Sno-King Referee Group

Referees: YOUTH SOCCER IS RETURNING Feb 5, 6 and 7
Wash your uniform and go through your referee bag to toss that banana peel and old water. More info to follow ...

Reviewing LOTG Changes Online
Make sure that you watch this presentation on the current changes to the 2020/21 LOTG - this is a must watch as we ready ourselves to return to officiatin...

Online 2021 Certification is open - please take time and follow the link below (green arrow) to complete your requirements. If you are interested in working games when they start up you will...

UPDATE to Coronavirus Policy as of 3.6.20 -- With the recent cases of the COVID-19 Coronavirus virus in Washington state, we wish to communicate to all Match Officials, Clubs, Teams, Players, Coaches and Families about best practices to protect everyone at soccer events.

At this time some Match Officials are opting not to referee scheduled assignments and some teams are opting not to play this weekend March 6/7/8. Both parties are being released from their obligation without penalty since the outbreak of COVID-19 in Washington State is an active situation that is quickly evolving. We will continue to monitor the situation and update if there are any changes to your match schedule.

All of us are aware of the Covid-19 local impact. It is possible that game schedules may be impacted including last minute cancellations and such. We will do our best to communicate with you early if fields are closed or matches are cancelled.

If you as a referee are showing symptoms or work at a facility that closes due to this virus, we ask that you turn back your assignment and stay home even if this is on match day. We would encourage those of you working matches to have personal hand sanitizer with you used before and after match play. The traditional post match handshakes between players and referees can be suspended and a simple verbal appreciation exchanged. Match Officials and Players/Teams may be hesitant about participating which may result in late cancellations and disruption to our scheduling. Neither the Match Officials or Teams will be penalized for opting out of the match - however, please communicated that with your Match Assignor or Administrator.

NOVEL CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) UPDATE: The Washington State Department of Public Health is the lead agency for the State’s response to COVID-19. They are working closely with Public Health – Seattle & King County on coordinating and communicating about any response in King County. Please visit their websites for the latest information. The outbreak of COVID-19 in Washington State is an active situation that is quickly evolving. We are monitoring the situation and following the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the State Department of Health, and Public Health – Seattle & King County. Public Health officials are not recommending facility closures or the cancellation of large activities at this time. If this recommendation changes and we need to act we will notify you of any updates to schedules. Check emails, the website, and Facebook for field closure updates. In the event of individual field cancellation we will notify the referee for the affected teams directly by text and email.

In addition to the CDC & Washington Department of Health recommendations, please see the recommendations below in order for us all to protect ourselves and those around us.
- Match Officials, Players, Coach, Parents feeling ill should not attend soccer matches
- No handshakes, high fives, fist pumps, chest bumps, huddles, group celebrations, etc.
- No pre or post game handshakes between players, coaches & officials - however, teams and match officials should continue to show good sportsmanship
- Water bottles should NOT be shared
- If you bring food or drinks to games please ensure that you discard any items yourself
- All Match Officials, Players, Coaches and Parents are advised to carry and use hand sanitizer

- To help prevent the spread of respiratory viruses please follow these important tips:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds. If soap and water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer with at least 60% alcohol content.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- All adults and children should stay home when sick. Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.
-Individuals with chronic health issues and/or individuals experiencing severe symptoms should be evaluated by a medical professional

Referees: I just heard for the Federal Stimulus Package Unemployment Insurance that Washington State is updating their system after April 18th.

So many of you have asked me what I know...

Referees: Update regarding Unemployment Benefits for Independent Contractors (Soccer Referees and other sports officials). Here is the link to the current Self-Employed/Independent Contractor...

The Washington State Referee Committee will be presenting a series of Zoom Training Sessions to help prepare us for when games start again. All clinics run 7p - 8p and you can register at wareferees.o...

Current Air Quality Index:

2020/21 Laws Of The Game have been released - take a few minutes and download the Mobile App and also review the other links:

Mobile App - https://www.theifab.com/logapp/
LOTG...

Referee Running Group on Monday nights at Garfield HS -- while we are on a bit of a break stay healthy and find some time to continue running. Consider the Monday Night Running Group or find y...

Effective March 11 all Seattle RATS Matches will follow the lead from Washington State Governor and King County Health Department recommendations that were issued. All RATS matches will be cancelled u...

🤑 SKREFS is a pass-through organization and can only pay referees after receiving funds from the soccer clients (clubs/leagues). Typically our clients pay within the first 5 days of the month ...

RATS Referees -
Please note the following Points Of Emphasis from the players/league for this fall season:

1. Please make sure you are protecting the Keepers (and other f...

Referees - most of you know your 1099's have been processed and completed. You can find them online under REFEREE tab then FINANCES tab then 1099 tab then set to 2019 and click SHOW - magic dust from ...

If you are experiencing any issues using your iPhone and this website or other Ridgestar Referee sites (SKCSRA, EKC etc ...) please let Larry know as we are working on why this is occurring and ...

RATS 8v8 Rules - please review if you are working any of these matches. Questions let us know :) 8v8 is a new division within RATS with aprx 24 men's, women's and coed teams.

Referees need to embrace these FiVE Pillars Of RATS Referring within our adult community - the players care deeply about these - do your part to meet their expectations each match:

1- K...

Pay Differential is in place for all Advanced Referee Grade 5s and 6s. RATS wants to honor your efforts and skill showing their appreciation for your involvement within the league with a $10 ...

Your parking fees for Marymoor Park ($1) and Bobby Morris (variable) will be added to your match fees. Thank you for making the effort to get to these fields - we appreciate it.

SHIN GUARDS are required by all players. Please confirm with team captains prior to the start of the match that their players are all properly equipped. If you notice during the match someone without ...

Field Issues - if there are issues at the field (double booked, lights, etc ...) follow this procedure:

1- If one or both teams do not show at the field contact RATS Administrators (Romes/L...

PROFILE - please update your profile to include your USSF Number, Direct Deposit and other data. Without this info your self assigning ability is limited. If your bank is not listed please let Larry k...

Referees we want to Remind you About Yellow and Red cards Please follow the link below and read the leagues expectations regarding pl...

Referees please sign up for Direct Deposit as soon as possible. If your bank is not listed online please let Larry know - snokingref@gmail.com

Seattle RATS is affiliated with US Adult Soccer and USSF through USSSA Soccer. There are no rosters to check nor player cards to deal with. League Rosters are all digital and on file with the league. ...