the program

Refereeing is a fun and exciting way to be involved in football.

Not only do you get to see all the action from the best spot on the field, refereeing will help keep you fit and earn you money at the same time.

Refereeing also allows you to watch and learn skills from other players, build confidence and responsibility, and also getting a greater insight into the game.

aims of the program

1. To contribute to the development of the game by introducing the next generation to the benefits of refereeing.

2. To contribute to the smooth easy running of Gisborne MiniRoos home matches for parents and players by removing the requirement for parents to referee their own kids matches.

eligibility

• You need to be at least 12 years old

• You don’t need to be a member of Gisborne SC

• Applications are welcome from both boys and girls

budding referees training courses

Gisborne budding referees get free referee courses.

To support our budding referees and consolidate and enhance their knowledge and refereeing skills, the club provides free training courses throughout the season for members of the budding referee program.

Starter Courses (for new referees)

Conducted before the start of the season, late in March.

Ongoing Education Sessions (for returning and new referees)

Conducted regularly throughout season, dates and times to be announced.

Attendance

The training sessions are an important and essential component to the ongoing development of a budding referee. All current enrolled budding referees are required to attend, regardless of experience or qualifications. Budding referees not in attendance will receive reduced match appointments until they can next attend.

Benefits

• They get paid ($20 per match)
  Payment is made via EFT direct bank deposit

• They are provided with a budding referee top

• They get matches allocated for most of the times when they indicate they are available

• The club will cover the cost of any FV Referee course they undertake

Availability

• Budding referees must submit the Budding Ref Availability form by 6:00pm on a Wednesday

• Budding referees are advised of their allocated matches by midday Friday

Match Day

1. You must wear your budding referee top, it must be tucked in.
   If it’s very cold you can wear your BR shirt over the top of a jumper or hoodie.

2. You should also wear black or dark shorts, black socks and predominately black boots.

3. You must turn up at least 15 minutes prior to kick-off of the match you are reffing.
   If you are late or a no-show you will miss out on being allocated matches in a future round.

Joining

To join the Budding Referee Program please fill in the Expression of Interest form.

For further information please email referees@gisbornesc.com

FV training courses

There are many referee course and a well organised accreditation pathway for referees in Australia. The courses of interest to Gisborne budding referees are:

Referee Level 4

The club will endeavour to host one or more of these courses at Dixon during the season.

The club will cover FV course costs for members of its budding referee program.