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Update for Community Referee Courses

Special Information for Youth Referees

1)      Changes to the Laws** EMSA has made some changes to the fouls and misconducts section of the mini rules for 8 v 8 soccer.  Referees are allowed to use yellow and red cards to discipline players.  Please use the cards cautiously and sparingly verbal correction and warnings should be your first option in most discipline cases.  Players can still be substituted out of a game as another option.  There are no penalty kicks for any fouls committed period.  All free kicks awarded are direct. 

2)      Getting Games  As a new referee it is sometimes difficult to get started.  Here are some tips and hints that can help you as you start your new venture.  The first point of contact for you should be your community coordinator (list available on www.edmontonwestsoccer.com ) some of the larger communities might have a person that assigns refs.  If you are looking for games outside of your community you can access the other coordinators names and numbers from the above mentioned website and contact them directly.  The last thing that you need to do is do a great job and soon the people will be calling you. 

 

3)      Getting Paid Each community is going to have a different system but most community refs should receive pay on the field in cash.  Fees may vary slightly but should be for U10 games ($15 to $20) and for U12’s ($25).  There are some  AR positions available by contacting Ed Yakimowich the zone referee assignor.  Ed’s  email address is This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Games done for the zone are paid by the zone.  Very important that you keep accurate records of dates, times and fields of your assignments for center refs keep your copy of the game sheet in case of any mistakes.  Questions and concerns about reffing can be directed to Peter Wong at 487-7099 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .  Don’t be afraid to ask questions and please report all coach and parent abuse to us immediately so that we can deal with the situation promptly. Have a great season!!

Last Updated (Tuesday, 08 June 2010 17:12)

 

Travel Grant Application for Provincials & Intercities

Click here for the Travel Grant Application for Provincials and Intercities

Last Updated (Tuesday, 06 July 2010 15:29)

 

Mini Soccer Rules For U6, U8 & U10

Last Updated (Friday, 30 April 2010 11:03)

 

U12 Rules for 8-a-side Soccer

What is 8-a-side soccer?

Small sided games are the best way for players to combine nearly all elements of the game.  The fewer the players the more game-conditioned touches on the soccer ball.  As well as you get all these touches in a ‘realistic’ and ‘live’ environment with the addition of tactical applications.  This is where the enjoyment happens and after 60 minutes of high activity combined with structured repetition the players learn and go home HAPPY!

Last Updated (Monday, 21 June 2010 18:09)

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FIFA International Rules and Regulations

  • Click here for the official FIFA Laws of the Game
  • On 1 July 2008, the new Laws of the Game, modified at the 122nd Annual General Meeting of the International Football Association Board (IFAB) in Perthshire, Scotland on 8 March 2008, came into force. - FIFA website about the Laws of the Game

Last Updated (Wednesday, 25 August 2010 07:19)

 

Referee 2010 FAQ

West Zone U14 & West Zone City wide Referee Assignor – Ed Yakimowich ( This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ) – (780)-994-1763

Last Updated (Saturday, 01 May 2010 23:30)

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Referee Training and Courses

NEW REFEREE COURSES:

One day courses for community referees for U10 and U12 community games.  These courses are limited to EWZSA residents or players.

Uniform Jersey, whistle, ref cards and flags are included for EWZSA graduates.

Courses Dates:   1.) April 24     12:00 - 6:00 Saturday

2.) April 25     12:00 - 6:00 Sunday

Contact: Peter Wong at 487-7099 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Cost: $ 75.00

Last Updated (Saturday, 01 May 2010 23:10)

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Coach Training and Courses

EMSA Outdoor 2009 Coaching Courses:

April 25th - Level 1 Mini Coaching Course for U6 - U12 Community Coaches 9:00 am to noon; EMSA ESC South Lounge; To register www.edmontonsoccer.com

April 25th - Level 2 Coaching Course for U12 - U18  Community Coaches 1:00-4:00 pm;  EMSA ESC-South Lounge;  To register www.edmontonsoccer.com

April 28th - Level 3 High Performance Coaching Course 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm; EMSA ESC-South Lounge;   To register www.edmontonsoccer.com

May 2nd - Level 1 Mini Coaching Course for U6- U12 Community Coaches 9:00 am - Noon; EMSA: ESC-South Lounge To register www.edmontonsoccer.com

May 2nd - Level 2 Mini Coaching Course for U12 - U18 Community Coaches 1:00-4:00 pm;  EMSA- ESC South Lounge To register www.edmontonsoccer.com
 

Memo from FIFA regarding headgear, goggles, etc.  click here

Last Updated (Friday, 30 January 2009 15:58)

 

Coach FAQ

Coaches and Managers should ensure they review all of the items on the EMSA page linked below. 

Last Updated (Thursday, 26 August 2010 06:27)

 
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