Match Officials (Referees and Assistant Referees)

The Petawawa Minor Soccer Club is committed to the training and development of Match Officials by providing a safe environment that allows all officials to progress at their own pace with opportunities to maximize their potential in a challenging and supportive environment. We offer a multi-tiered program focused on the various levels of soccer offered through the PMSC. Programs are focused on the game and the development of the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to become a successful Match Official.

Career Path

There are two levels of officiating; the Small Sided Game (7v7, 9v9) and the Entry Level Full Field 11v11 game. Many of our younger referees begin their careers as an official in the Small Sided Game, as it allows them to develop both knowledge of the game and confidence in their abilities.

Participants who wish to referee for the Petawawa Minor Soccer Club at the 11 v 11 level (U13+) must successfully complete the Entry Level Course from Ontario Soccer.  To take the course participants must be a minimum of 14 years of age by March 31st, of the current year. 

Participants who wish to referee for the Petawawa Minor Soccer Club at the grassroots (U8, U10 and U12) level must successfully complete the Small-Sided Level Course from Ontario Soccer.  To take the course participants must be a minimum of 12 years of age by March 31st, of the current year. 

Uniform

PMSC will provide Match Official's a uniform (shirt) and flags  that must be returned at the end of the season. If you do not have a whistle or appropriate black shorts, we will provide these as well for you to keep.

Reimbursement

Once a PMSC Match Official attends the mandatory refresher training and completes the pre-determined number of games as per below, PMSC will reimburse any course fees and annual registration fees paid, upon submission of required documentation. 

Entry Level must complete 5 games
Small-sided must complete 3 games

**Request for reimbursement must be submitted within the appropriate season, using the reimbursement form. 

Don't forget to complete your annual registration in order to be eligible to referee this year.

Mandatory Refresher Training

In order to successfully prepare our youth referees, there will be a mandatory refresher training. There will be two dates available and every referee must attend at least one. 

When: May 5th (Renfrew) and May 11th (Deep River)

Time: 10:00am - 3:00pm (please bring a lunch and snacks)

Where: Exact locations TBA

Registration coming soon