Region 17 holds a series of referee instructional clinics at the beginning of the soccer season as outlined in the calendar . In addition, we strive to provide our referees with game observations to give them positive feedback on their field performance, as well as mentoring. The following are the guidelines that our Referees use for awarding sportsmanship points on the back of the game cards, which are filled out by the referee following each U8, U10, U12 and U14 match. Hopefully, by using the guidelines below, referees will be more consistent in the way they award points, resulting in a system that is more fair to the teams. Players 5 point maximum Score Rating 5 Outstanding Players are encouraging each other and are complimentary of players from both teams.
Players show respect for each other, coaches, spectators and the referee.
Coach's positive suggestions are attempted during play. Uniform appearance, including shirts tucked in, is included here. As above, but with 1 or 2 infractions of the desired elements 3 Fair As above, but with 3 or 4 infractions of the desired elements. At this point level, game card should include reason why points were deducted 2-0 Poor Needs to improve behavior. As above, but with 2 or 3 infractions of the desired elements.