Don't forget about RECERTIFICATION for 2020!


Get started by going to the EPSARC recertification instructions web page and follow the four steps.  Here's some things to note:
  • Use the I want to: box to select Register for Clinic or Fitness Test to get started!!!
    • ​Select a clinic
    • Pay the registration fee
    • Look for the green button saying, "Online Lessons".  Click it to get started with the on-line modules, test, and SafeSport training.  Be aware that It takes 1.5 - 2.0 hours to do the SafeSport training.  
  • Look in the Member Information window to check the status of your background clearances.  If the message is green, your clearances are good for the 2020 season (and maybe longer).  If it's red, you need to update your clearances for the 2020 season.  The message will look something like this:​
                                                                              Background Check Status
                                                                              2018 RM Officer Approved
                                                                              Update Required in 2023

Make sure you complete all of the steps on the EPSARC recertification instructions web page, so when you show up for the clinic, you don't get sent home.

What about that Referee Insurance that EPSARC purchased for all of us last year?
  • We need to renew at our expense, however we get a group discount: (click on image below to renew)​​
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RBSRA T-shirts will be available for purchase at the game. 
Order one now and pay at the game. 

​Shirt details and an order form are located further down the page. 

RBSRA’s Annual Reading United At The Field Gathering

    RBSRA's Reading United At The Field Registration Form
Wilson High School - Gurski Field
On Saturday, June 15th, Reading United will face the Ocean City Nor’easters and we will be there!  RBSRA Chapter members will receive free admission ($10) and a concession ticket ($5).  If you are not a member, you will have the opportunity to enjoy these benefits by joining the Chapter at the event.  Jim Baker and Al Cross will be just outside the gate with the concession tickets and signing up new members.

This year we will again have access to the referees assigned to the game and be able to listen to their pre-game conference.  And, for those that are able to stay after the game, we will be able to ask them questions about how they handled specific game situations.  The game Assignor is also working to have an Assessor attend the game and sit with us.

This is an annual event that the Chapter uses for a time of fellowship and also as a training opportunity.  We observe the referees and discuss their performance, the decisions they make, and different ways of handling situations.  It’s a great opportunity to meet fellow RBSRA referees for the first time and to renew old friendships.  Join us!
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Let us know you’re coming!  It's not necessary to register, but we would sure like to know to be on the look-out for you.  Plus, we'll be able to send you an email, if we have a news update for you.  You can sign up by using the event form on the RBSRA home page: www.rbsra.com
 
We hope that you will join us.

    Sign me up for the RBSRA CrossTalk event

    Were you first certified between 2017 - 2019? 
    Yes? 
    Then you are invited to CrossTalk.
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    CrossTalk is a core element of the RBSRA Referee Development Program.  It has a great format that allows you to interact with other new(er) referees and  RBSRA Mentors and Buddies.  It's a fast moving evening, where you share your game situation war stories and compare notes with each other.  We'll target some of the most common game situations that occur and talk about how to handle them.  To round out the evening, we'll have pizza and beverages for foraging and a couple of small door prizes.
The Reading Berks Soccer Referee Association (RBSRA) held it’s year-end dinner on Sunday December 2, 2018 at Mission BBQ in Wyomissing. The association is proud to announce that Marabelle Burkert and Jayden Seymour are this year’s recipients of the Young Referee Award. The RBSRA is dedicated to providing year-round education, mentoring, and support to young officials throughout the county and Marabelle and Jayden were among quite a large group of qualified peers available for this award opportunity. Featured in the photograph (L-R) are Jayden, Bob Geyer (President), Patrick Casey (US National Soccer Official and Eastern PA Youth Mentor), and Marabelle. This award is proudly given to both individuals and the association would like to express it’s sincere congratulations and continued good luck.
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The 2018 Berks Winter Classic tournament will take place December 14th - 16th.
The tournament is sponsored by the Governor Mifflin Soccer Club and hosted by Body Zone.
Interested referees should enter their availability in my GameOfficials Group.
TOURNAMENT NEWS
I am using GameOfficials to do my tournament assigning.  To be considered for assignment to any of the tournament games, you will need to join my GameOfficials Berks Soccer Referees Group and supply your availability .  Instructions for joining my Group are provided, below.  

Wilson Fall Classic - Friday, October 5th - Sunday, October 7th
  • The tournament will be played at the Wilson High School and the Shiloh Hills Elementary School.  U13/U14/U15 games will be at the High School.  U08 - U12 games will be at Shiloh Hills.  

 Explorer Cup - Saturday, October 6th - Sunday, October 7th
  • The tournament has fields in a number of locations.  The fields that I have secured for Berks County referees are located in Thorndale, at the USTC.  
  • ​You can see the game schedule in the A-Explorer Cup Tournament BG 18 PDF, below.  
  • All Day availability is preferred.  Partial day availability is accepted.  
  • Form your own 4-man crew, if you'd like or let me pair you with other Berks Referees.  

The RBSRA Board invites you to our annual RBSRA end of the year dinner.  We'll be dining at Anthony's Trattoria, in Reading.  
Relax for a couple of hours with long time reffing buddies.  Meet and make new friends.  Trade fall season game stories.
Join us!
Menu Choices:
  • Chicken and pasta
  • Lasagna
  • Spaghetti & Meatballs
     Bread, salad, and an ice cream dessert will also be served.
Date:    Monday, December 4th

Time:    Doors open     @ 6:00 pm
              Dinner served @ 6:30 pm

Cost:      $20.00
RBSRA has opened a new Entry Level Referee class, REA0515.
Signing up for the class is easy.  Just click the registration button, fill in requested information, and pop a check into the mail.
General Information:
Class Code:      REA0515
Coordinator:     Bob Geyer
Email Address: capnbg@aol.com
EPSARC Class Requirements Link
Location:
Alvernia College
Upland Center Room 117
540 Upland Avenue
​Reading, PA  19607
Class Date/Time:
May 15th @ 6:30
May 16th  @ 6:30
May 22nd @ 6:30
May 23rd  @ 6:30
RBSRA's first ever Entry Level Referee class, REA0418, is now closed.
We had a tremendous response to the class and could not accommodate everyone who wanted to attend the class.  
​So, we've opened a second class!  You can find the details for this class, below.  
A new issue of RBSRA's newsletter, The Center Circle, is available on the NEWSLETTER webpage. You will find articles on...
  • The Build Out line, now being used in U9 - U10 7v7 games
  • How to handle sideline abuse
  • The Corner Kick
  • Defensive Offside
Become an RBSRA Chapter member today.
​$10 dues will support our 2017 activities:
  • Website
  • Newsletter
  • Facebook page
  • "On the Field" Reading United game
  • CrossTalk for new(er) referees
  • Mentor Program
  • Ref In College Program
  • Tournament Tent
  • RBJSL Referee Liaison
  • Entry Level Referee Class Sponsor
  • Annual Year-End Dinner
A new issue of RBSRA's newsletter, The Center Circle, is available on the NEWSLETTER webpage. You will find articles on...
  • Family, friends, referees, and teammates coming together to show support for FC Revolution REDS player, Ainsley McClain.
  • Honing your Assistant Referee skills
  • Recertification
  • Becoming a USSF Instructor
RBSRA Board Nominations Are Open through December 5th.
Your RBSRA Chapter is taking nominations for positions on the Board.  Several long time officers are stepping down at the end of the year and we are looking for fresh blood to fill their shoes.  If you know someone who loves soccer, enjoys working in a small group, and has the energy to bring new ideas to life, we want to hear about them!  Click on the NOMINATION button to open a nomination page.  

What are you getting into?  The Board is finishing up the first year of a three year rebuilding period for the Chapter.  Our focus is to renew the way we interact with and provide support to the Berks area referee community.  We are excited about the programs and events that we introduced this year and are enthusiastic about kicking off the projects slated for the coming year.  As a Board member, you get to help reshape the Chapter!

What Rule Changes?

Did you know there has been a BIG change to the Laws Of The Game rule book?  Have you heard that USSF has created new standards for small-sided games and introduced many new rules for those games?  Are you aware of the new concussion rules and how referees are supposed to enforce them?  

​If you need to brush up on any of these topics, all the information that you need is right at your fingertips on our new webpage, Know the Rules, under the Game Day Info tab.  Check it out!
                                        
​Game Reports
  • All leagues require game reports and have on-line reporting systems. Check their website to access their report form. Be certain to submit your game reports ASAP after a game.​

Local Assignors                                      ===============================================================================
If there is additional information you would like to see included on this website, e-mail Bob Geyer; capnbg@aol.com