Featured Competencies and Example

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  Career and Self Development: Ensured playing field was safe for all game participants in accordance with game rules and regulations.

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  Communication: Provided clear explanations of rules to parents and coaches in response to disputed calls, ensuring fair play and maintaining a positive atmosphere.

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  Critical Thinking: Made real-time decisions during games, analyzing complex situations to ensure accurate calls and uphold integrity of the game.

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  Leadership: Coached seven new aspiring referees, providing detailed training on officiating techniques, game rules, and decision-making to enhance their skills and ensure consistent and high-quality performance.

Talk About It

I officiated over twenty youth soccer games over the winter and fall seasons. I volunteered to officiate five extra games while leading the effort among my team of six other referees to organize further activities and practices with coaches and participants in the league.