USYS Referees

Massive thank you to all of the match officials who came out for our Presidents Cup Regionals events. These events can’t happen without the Third Team. Again, on behalf of US Youth Soccer, THANK YOU.

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟕 ⚽️ The final full day provided a great afternoon at the Premier League’s VAR Hub, with a tour, lunch, Q&A and simulations.

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟓 included lunch with the England FA, a Q&A with some of their referee staff and a tour of !

Special thanks to Head of Referee Operations Peter Elsworth and National Referee Officer Harley Hetherington for hosting and taking time to discuss their referee program and take questions.

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟑 Highlighted by a tour of ’s Stamford Bridge, including locker rooms, media areas, the player tunnel and team benches.

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟐 ⚽️ Highlighted by the sold out vs. , plus stops at Abbey Road and Camden Market.

𝐋𝐨𝐧𝐝𝐨𝐧: 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝟏 kicked off with a game at ’s Craven Cottage! 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿☎️⚽️

hires Kari Seitz as Vice President of Refereeing!

The most accomplished American referee with nearly 40 years of combined on-field and leadership experience joins the Federation after serving as FIFA Head of Refereeing.

Congratulations Kari and thank you for your commitment!

USYS Young Referees of the Year, Josh Allen & Kayla Romine get a big congratulations from Julie Tobin of 🎉🎊

We are proud of you Josh & Kayla!

Let’s all give a round of applause for to these two referees of the year!
• Josh Allen-
• Kayla Romine-

Thank you for passion👏👏