One of the best ways to get better as a referee is through mentoring/coaching and learning from others. U.S. Soccer has developed a Referee Coach Pathway to facilitate the development of referees through the use of the PEACE Model. Contact the SRA, SDI or SDA to discuss becoming a Referee Mentor prior to registering for the course.
What a Referee Mentor Looks For - (PDF)
U.S. Soccer FOCUS CRITERIA - (PDF)
U.S. Soccer Development and Guidance Form - (PDF)
PEACE Model and Instructional Phases - (PDF)
Sample Field Sessions - (PDF)