ROLE OF THE REFEREE

ENFORCE THE LAWS OF THE GAME (SHOULD NOT BEND FOR U9 & 10);  IN-CHARGE FROM ARRIVAL TO DEPARTURE

RECORD THE EVENTS OF THE MATCH AND FILE A REPORT WITH THE COMPETITION AUTHORITY

MAY ABANDON MATCH – FIELD CONDITIONS

MAY TERMINATE MATCH

MAY EJECT PLAYERS, TEAM OFFICIALS OR SPECTATORS

When in the opinion of the referee spectators become disruptive, the referee may suspend the match and request that the coach or coaches restrain their respective fans/spectators. Coaches are duty-bound to assist in this process. If the referee is unsatisfied that calm is restored or believes that fair play is unlikely to resume, he/she may abandon the match and must file a report with the District. An investigation will follow and appropriate action will be taken.

If a referee ejects a coach or manager from a game, that person must leave the field without delay or dissent. The ejected party may not attempt further communication with anyone on the filed until the match is concluded. He/she must remain beyond any direct line-of-sight to the field. Failure to abide by these rules will be referred for disciplinary action, including suspension. Referee abuse will not be tolerated and referee assault will be prosecuted.

DOES NOT DECLARE WINNER – JUST REPORTS EVENTS