Remember, you only have one chance to make a first impression. Referee assault is an intentional act of physical violence at or upon a referee. CJSA Definitions of Referee Abuse a. Referee Abuse . Referee abuse is a verbal statement or physical act which implies or threatens physical harm to a referee or the referee's property or equipment. Verbal Threats .
Verbal threats are remarks that carry the implied or direct threat of physical harm.
If you find yourself the victim of one of the above, take it seriously. Write it up, get witnesses names and addresses, and report it within 24 hours to your DRA or District Vice President if the DRA is unavailable. Let's all help put a stop to bad behavior in Youth Soccer.