Presented at the Section 2/9 Leadership Conference, Santa Clara, CA, February 13, 2011.
Listed below is a copy of the notes taken by the instructors from the ideas generated during the two student break-out sessions. Any errors, typos, or misunderstandings are undoubtedly the fault of the instructors.
On-line PDF copies of the two course handouts can be found at www.aysotraining.org, under the Manuals section. You will need your AYSO ID# to access the contents of this site.
If you want to add any comments to make this list more comprehensive, please send e-mail to the aysoref account at hansenhome.us. Thanks again to all who participated in the class.
Make it fun.
Provide awards and other recognition
Parties and other activities just for the youth refs
Let them know they are appreciated.
Thank you notes. Use cards/email/texting.
Communication/Feedback/Support
Make sure they know who to contact with questions/concerns.
Don't wait for them to contact you, reach out first.
Make sure their game/season went well.
Provide mentors/personal contacts
Friends/Group
Convenient, Easy, Enjoyable
Community service credit
Equipment & Uniforms (that fit)
Refresher courses
Continuing education, referee advancement.
Mid-season raffle (& end of season as well)
Scholarships
Youth referee club / street gang
Provide a venue for mutual support
Have a leader / youth coordinator
Organization / Preparation
Encourage brother/sister referee teams
It's about the kids.