Become a BAYFA Referee

Ready to join the match-day action? We welcome qualified parents, players, friends, and family to join the BAYFA refereeing team. Earn extra income, stay close to the game, and help maintain fair play for all ages.

BAYFA referees help keep matches fair, safe, and fun while building confidence, leadership, and a deep understanding of the game. Kids, teens, parents, coaches, and returning refs are all welcome. No experience needed. Training and support are provided.

Make an impact. Learn the game. Give back.

Referee Pay Rates for 2025

  • 4U: Center Referee – $15

  • 5U/6U: Center Referee – $20

  • 7U/8U: Center Referee – $25

  • 9U/10U: Center Referee – $35 | Assistant Referee – $25

  • 11U/12U: Center Referee – $45 | Assistant Referee – $30

  • 13U/14U: Center Referee – $55 | Assistant Referee – $35

  • 15U/16U: Center Referee – $65 | Assistant Referee – $40

  • 17U/19U: Center Referee – $75 | Assistant Referee – $50

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How to Become a USSF Grassroots Referee

  • To officiate BAYFA matches, you must be at least 13 and hold a USSF Grassroots Referee license. The certification process has two parts:

    1. Online Course

      • Enroll in the Grassroots Referee Online Lessons (21 modules).

      • Complete all modules (about 3½–4½ hours total).

    2. In‑Person Clinic

      • After finishing the online portion, select and attend a 3½‑hour field session.

      • Learn assignment procedures, uniform details, and how to register for games.

    Both parts are required before you can be assigned to BAYFA matches.

Register for a Grassroots Clinic

  1. Log in to OMS: https://ntxreferees.omgtsys.com/

  2. Click “Find Clinic”

  3. Select “Entry – Never been a USSF Referee before”

  4. Choose “Grassroots Referee Online Lessons” and complete payment

  5. Finish all online modules

  6. Register for the Grassroots In‑Person Training

 

Questions?
Ann Hicks
North Texas State Director of Instruction
(425) 319-1215

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