{"id":12869,"date":"2025-02-26T16:34:36","date_gmt":"2025-02-26T16:34:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsengine-develop.go-vip.net\/msysa\/?page_id=12869"},"modified":"2026-03-24T18:34:16","modified_gmt":"2026-03-24T18:34:16","slug":"referee-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sportsengine-develop.go-vip.net\/msysa\/referee-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Referee Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Referee<\/strong> Resources<\/em><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Referee Resources page provides essential information for referees, including FAQs, transcripts, and presentation recordings to support their development. It also features details about the referee assigning team, ensuring officials have the guidance they need for assignments and officiating success.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Videos and Recordings<\/strong><\/summary>
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2025 Fall Kickoff Referee Meeting<\/a> (August 20, 2025) <\/p>\n\n\n\n

2026 MSYSA Winter Cups Referee Meeting<\/a> (January 6, 2026)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Powerpoint<\/strong> Presentation<\/strong><\/summary>
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PDF: 2025 Fall Kickoff Referee Meeting<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
PDF: 2026 MSYSA Winter Cups Referee Meeting<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
PDF: 2026 State Cup Rules of Competition<\/a>Download<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Questions and Answers <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Where in GotSport do we opt in for text messaging?<\/summary>
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To opt in for text messaging, log in to GotSport and navigate to your Communication Settings<\/strong> at the top of the dashboard. There, you will have the option to enable text messaging by selecting “Yes.” A verification link will be sent to your phone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important Note:<\/strong> Ensure that your phone number is registered under the United States<\/strong> (indicated by the U.S. flag in the country selection field). If another country is selected, the verification text may not be delivered. Once you receive the verification code, enter it in GotSport to activate text messaging. Additional guidance can be found in the GotSport Referee Zendesk<\/strong>, which is linked in the presentation.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

If no one volunteers to be the Assistant Referee (AR), should the game continue with only one Center Referee (CR) and one AR?<\/summary>
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Yes, the game may proceed under these circumstances. However, if an AR is missing, please notify the Game Day Contact<\/strong> immediately\u2014ideally 30 minutes before kickoff<\/strong>\u2014so that we can attempt to resolve the issue. You can also check GotSport for assignment details.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is the protocol for a head injury or concussion if no medical personnel are on-site?<\/summary>
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Any potential head injury must be reported immediately<\/strong> by submitting a Supplemental Report<\/strong> to MSYSA. The affected player cannot return to play<\/strong> without clearance from a licensed medical professional<\/strong>. A coach does not<\/strong> have the authority to make this decision. Concussion protocols must be strictly followed.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What is the restart for an unintentional heading of the ball?<\/summary>
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Intentional heading:<\/strong> Restart with an indirect free kick<\/strong> for the opposing team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unintentional heading:<\/strong> Restart with a dropped ball<\/strong> to the opposing team.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inside the penalty area:<\/strong> If an attacker heads the ball, the defending team restarts from inside the penalty area. If the defending team heads the ball, the restart should be moved outside<\/strong> the penalty area to prevent a scoring opportunity.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

Where can I find league rules and resource links?<\/summary>
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League-specific rules and resources are distributed every Thursday and Friday<\/strong> via email, corresponding to the upcoming match schedule. These rules vary based on competition type, including Cups, Conferences, CMSSL, and EDP League Play<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Rules are also available at any time on the MSYSA website<\/strong> under the Referee Resources section<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/details><\/div>\n\n\n\n

What should I do if there is a birthdate discrepancy on a player\u2019s card?<\/summary>
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Any birthdate discrepancy should be considered a serious issue<\/strong>. If a player appears older than the permitted age group, they cannot participate<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n