Feedback Form
Feedback Form from Referee, about Coaches
Feedback Form about Referee, from Coaches
Rules of Competition
One Page Summary of Intown and BAYS Rules
IFAB – Laws of the Game
BAYS
Game Reports: Best Practices
Financial Information
Uniform
Certified BAYS/USSF referees (sometimes called Grassroots referees) are responsible for their own uniform purchase. A standard USSF referee kit consists of a gold referee shirt, solid black shorts, knee-length black socks (striped or solid), and predominantly black cleats or sneakers. Referee kits or individual items can be purchased online at Official Sports, Score Sports, or Capelli Sports; the store Soccer Stuff in Acton also sells referee gear.
In-Town referees will be provided with a black referee jersey after completion of the In-Town Referee workshop. They provide their own black shorts, socks, and cleats/shoes.
All referees also need a whistle, a wristwatch with a stopwatch function, a coin, and something to record game information (usually a pocket-sized notebook and pen). Certified BAYS/USSF referees also need red/yellow cards, and a pair of AR flags.
Referees who face financial difficulty in purchasing the items above should contact the ASC Referee Director.
Spring 2026 Pre-Season Referee Meeting
The pre-season referee meeting will be held Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in the evening at the Robbins Library Community room (In-Town referees 6:00-7:15, Grassroots/BAYS referees 7:30-8:30). Attendance is not required but all referees are encouraged to attend to learn about new rules and procedures. The agenda will be posted in later March.
Spring 2026 In-Town Referee Workshop
The In-Town Referee Workshop will be offered Monday, March 16, 2026, at Robbins Library from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m., guided by a USSF Referee Coach. This workshop is required for anyone who is 12-13 years old as of April 1 who wishes to be an In-Town referee. Advance registration is required; spaces are limited. Registration opens at 7:00 am on Wed, Feb. 4th. Please see this document for further details.
Contact Information
Referee Director: Chris Carlsmith
Assignor: Paul Athanasiadis