You see them at all games. They are the three individuals carrying either a whistle or a flag. Their uniforms up until recently were black but now referee fashions include red, gold, silver, or teal. They are the referees or more correctly the referee and the assistant referees.
Referees are an integral part of the game of soccer.
Their primary functions are to ensure that the laws of the game are followed and that the safety of the player is ensured. The duties of the referee are specific and carefully outlined. Send a player off the field Signal for the game to start after a stoppage of play Decide whether all other conditions are appropriate for play including the ball, field of play and player s equipment. Referees are proud of their contribution to soccer and take their appointments seriously. The first step is to sign up for an entry level clinic in your area.