Not just refereeing. A real pathway.
The first way your child can earn from soccer — without stopping playing.
Refereeing is not a backup plan.
It is a real role inside the game that builds confidence, authority, and responsibility.
This program introduces young athletes to:
Refereeing is not a backup plan.
It is a real role inside the game that builds confidence, authority, and responsibility.
This program introduces young athletes to:
- professional decision-making
- leadership under pressure
- paid match experience
- a long-term pathway inside the sport
All while continuing their development as players.
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Why families choose the referee pathway
Why families choose the referee pathway
Refereeing gives young people:
- their first structured responsibility
- the ability to earn income legally from age 14
- confidence speaking to adults
- emotional control in stressful situations
- respect for rules, structure, and fairness
For many players, refereeing becomes:
- a long-term career path
- a way to stay in soccer beyond playing
- a foundation for coaching, sports management, or officiating at higher levels
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Built on ENYSRA standards
Our Referee Development Program follows the methodology and standards of ENYSRA — Eastern New York State Referee Association, aligned with U.S. Soccer officiating education.
The program combines:
The program combines:
- official Laws of the Game
- refereeing mechanics & positioning
- match control and communication
- physical preparation
- ethics, neutrality, and professionalism
This is not just rule learning.
It is professional officiating education.
It is professional officiating education.
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Led by a current MLS referee
The program is led by Serhiy Boiko, an active professional referee with:
All educational content respects U.S. Soccer and referee corps regulations.
No preferences, no promotion of specific matches or teams.
Participants learn:
All educational content respects U.S. Soccer and referee corps regulations.
No preferences, no promotion of specific matches or teams.
Participants learn:
- professional standards
- ethical boundaries
- what it truly means to represent the game
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From classroom to the field
From classroom to the field
- menu_bookTheoryLaws of the GameReferee responsibilitiesDecision-making frameworks
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- sportsPracticePositioning & movementWhistle techniqueSignalingCommunication with players and coaches
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- fitness_centerPhysical preparationCoordinationSpeed & mobilityEnduranceFocus under fatigue
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- verifiedProfessional mindsetNeutralityConfidenceEmotional control
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From training to paid matches
After completing initial training and certification:
- participants begin officiating youth matches
- typical earnings start from $300+ per weekend
- flexible scheduling
- legal, structured match assignments
This is often a child’s first real income — earned through responsibility, not screen time.
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Program structure
place
Location
64 Avenue X, Brooklyn
schedule
Schedule
Tuesdays & Thursdays — 6:00–7:00 PM
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Format
8 sessions per month
payments
Cost
$250 / month
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Start Date
September 2, 2025
What parents care about — addressed
What parents care about — addressed
- structured, supervised environment
- certified methodology
- professional role models
- discipline and accountability
- real-world skills
This program:
- does not interfere with playing soccer
- builds independence
- teaches respect for rules and authority
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FAQ
- help_outlineDoes my child need soccer experience?No. We teach everything from the ground up.
- sports_soccerCan my child be both a player and a referee?Yes — just not in the same match.
- scheduleHow long does the program last?The core program is one year, preparing participants for licensing and match work.
- verified_userWhen is licensing expected?Target licensing window: November 2025.
Start a professional journey inside the game
Refereeing is not about authority.
It’s about responsibility, fairness, and leadership.
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