RFYS prides itself on the fact that our referees are young people from our community.  

Subject to limited exceptions, RFYS has two basic eligibility requirements: (1) referee is at least age 13 when the season begins; and (2) referee obtains a grassroots first-time referee license as required by the Illinois Soccer Referee Committee.  Please click here to learn more and find the schedule of upcoming courses.

Periodic recertification is recommended but not required.  RFYS pays referees fees ranging from $20 - $60 per match, depending upon the age of the players. 

All match assignments are at the discretion of RFYS and the Referee Coordinator.  If you have any questions about becoming a RFYS referee, please contact [email protected].