Payment Rates
HMBSC pays referees at the conclusion of each game. The pay rates per game are outlined below:
Length of Half | Age Group | Referee Rate | Assistant Referee Rate |
25 minutes | U9-U10 | $30 per match | n/a |
30 minutes | U11-U12 | $35 per match | $30 per match |
35 minutes | U13-U14 | $40 per match | $35 per match |
40 minutes | U15-U16 | $70 per match | $40 per match |
45 minutes | U17-U19 | $70 per match | $45 per match |
Ask, Tell, Remove Policy
Management of the Technical Area or Bench Area
Cancellation Policy
Referee Assignor must be notified 96 hours before game day for cancellation or reschedule to avoid charges. If not notified 96 hours before game day, the assigned referees will be paid the current rate for the game.
Send Off Reports
All send off reports must be filed with the appropriate league within 24 hours. If you need to file a send off report, please follow the links below:
NorCal Premier Referee Procedures - see section 4.4 of the NorCal Premier Team Handbook
Match Assignments
For all match assignments, please log on to PENSRA. All Match reports must be filed in PENSRA in a timely manner. NOTE: If you are new and you are not yet registered, visit PENSRA.org to register. Once registered, log in, navigate to Home -> Referee:FAQ to learn how the site works and how to request assignments.
Become a Licensed Referee
To become a USSF Licensed Referee for competitive youth soccer, it is necessary to first take the entry level grade 8 referee course and pass the certification test.. If you are interested in obtaining your license, please visit the following site for upcoming classes: California North Referee Association (CNRA).
Registration Renewal
To renew your annual USSF Referee Registration please visit the California North Referee Administration Registration Page.