The Tarrant Soccer chapter of TASO is always looking for
referees. If you enjoy the high school scene, have a way with
teenagers, are registered with USSF as a Grade 8 or better, then you
are an ideal candidate to help our high school players have fun on the
pitch. To become a TASO NFHS referee in the Tarrant Chapter, you will
need to do the following:
- Register at one of our general meetings or by sending both
registration forms, W9 and fee to our chapter secretary (Tarrant Reg , TASO Membership , W9 )
- Learn the NFHS rules for soccer. We suggest attending as
many of the meetings as possible planned for this coming season
- Pass the NFHS test
- Complete COPE training
- Let our assignor know what your available schedule is
- We also suggest that you obtain USSF Grade 8 certification.
While not required by NFHS, our training program assumes that you are
well versed in the basics of refereeing a soccer match. USSF grade 8
certification and experience at officiating matches will contribute
significantly to your ability to officiate High School matches under
the NFHS rules.
During your first season, you will be matched with experienced NFHS
referees who will act as a mentor and provide feedback to the assignor
on your abilities. Assignments will begin with roles as Assistant
Referees for JV and Varsity matches, Centers or Duals on JV and then
centers on Varsity matches. As in USSF, assignments are based on your
ability.
To officiate post season matches, you will also need to do the
following:
- Be in good standing with Tarrant Chapter TASO-Soccer
- Attend a minimum of two (2) scheduled Tarrant Chapter
training sessions
- Assist in a minimum of 15-Tarrant Chapter assigned UIL High
School soccer matches
- Successfully passed the the R-1 Physical Fitness Test
- Successfully passed the Tarrant Chapter administered NFHS
Soccer rules examination.
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