FAQs

Q: How much to referees at BEU Rec get paid?
A: For U9 – U12 the pay is $20 per game and for U13 – HS the pay is $30 per game

Q: What is the minimum age to be a referee?
A: We will give young referees a chance to develop and will take as young as 10 years old. You may referee a game up to the age group younger than you. For example, a 10-year-old can referee a U9 game.

Q: What equipment do I need to be a referee?
A: It is expected that each referee will provide their own referee shirt, black socks, black shorts, a whistle, and a stopwatch.

Q: How many games can I expect to referee in a season?
A: This depends on how many referees we have in the pool and varies season by season.

Q: How do I schedule games to referee:
A: As soon as the schedule is known then the referee coordinator will work with you to schedule games to work.

Q: What do I do if I have to cancel a game I was scheduled for?
A: Email the referee coordinator as soon as you become aware so a substitute can be found.

Q: Are there different rules for different age groups:
A: Yes. Rules can be found under the Coach's Corner menu. Click on the age group you are refereeing