Are you interested in being a high school or middle school soccer referee?

The next training sessions are May and June 2008. (The exact dates & times are listed below.)

Requirements: You must be 18 years or older by the start of the Fall soccer season, graduated from high school, and have an interest in student athletes. Other experiences in playing soccer, coaching, or refereeing soccer for other levels are useful but not necessary.

Games: All games, boys and girls, are played in September & October. Most of these games are played at or near local high school after school on Mondays through Fridays. Some games are played in the evening during weekdays and a few games are held Saturdays as well. Game fees range anywhere from $51 - $72 per game.

Training: CMSO conducts training for new soccer referees under the National Federation rules. The next regular Entry Level Training courses are listed below. Candidates may communicate with the contact person before the first session to let them know who is coming and to find out about any last minute changes. There is a fee of $75 for the course and if you complete the course the dues for the 2008 season are $62.

When & Where: CMSO is offering this course on May 6, 8, 13, & 15 at  Leominster High School and June 3, 5, 10, & 13 at Wachusett Regional High School.  All courses are from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM. The room number will be posted at the front entrance of the school on the date of the course.