MAT Assigning - Become a Referee 2026 by tcslsoccer

BECOME A REFEREE

How old do I have to be?

To be a certified referee with the United States Soccer Federation (“USSF”), you must be 13 years of age or younger at the time of creating an account. Younger than 13? A few of our clubs run in-house/recreational programs where we run training outside of the USSF training curriculum. This would be a great opportunity to be involved in a lowpressure environment AND make money doing it.

What is the process

become a referee?

All certification is organized by the Minnesota SRC. Review these certification instructions. In general, the steps are, in order:

1. Create an account on the U.S. Soccer Learning Center.

2. Register for and complete the online course (~4 hours).

3. Attend a field session (2 hours).

4. Pass the online quiz.

5. Connect with us so we can add you to our assigning system, Notch.

Earn money - FAST!

Don’t wait weeks to be paid. When you work for MAT Assigning, you will be paid quick and hassle free.

We have partnered with an assigning platform, Notch, that is easy-to-use and more importantly, will pay you faster than ever before!

• Work a game, submit a game report, assigning staff approves it, funds are then transferred to your digital wallet.

• See your balance accumulate for your hard work, or withdraw funds frequently.

Referees earn between $30 and $85 per game!

How much does it cost to become a referee?

• The cost to certify is $60.

• If you’re 18 or older, you must do an annual background check ($30).

• A referee starter kit (uniform, whistle, cards, flags) costs between $60 and $70.

• Many clubs have incentives for working their club matches and in return, receive reimbursement for the above costs.

I'm new. What games will I officiate?

It’s our job as assignors to match you up with an appropriate game. Our assigning philosophy involves considering: age, level of game, position (Center or AR), years of experience.

How do I receive game assignments?

There are many ways that you can work matches, once certified:

• Update availability and our assigning staff will assign you games based on that;

• Request matches that are open to be assigned to you;

• Self-assign matches, dependent on the age/level of the game.

• Respond to messages from us when there are open games.

How long is my certification good for?

All referees must be certified annually, and your certification is good on an annual basis, from January to December. The re-certification (after you’ve been certified) can be done entirely online.

We assign matches all year long! Whether you're brand new, or have years of experience, we commit to being a resource you can trust:

• We will always respond to you, whether by phone or email.

• We will be a resource for you about the certification process, how to receive game assignments, or anything else, at any time.

• We will only assign games to you that fit with your abilities and comfort level.

• We will sponsor educational events (on-field, Zoom, etc.) to support your development as an official.

2025-2026 LEAGUES/CLUBS/EVENTS

COMPETITIONClub TYPE AGES DATES

Bloomington Mega Cup Tournament 9U-10U June 5-7, 2026

Bloomington United League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

LOCATIONS

Bloomington, Minn

Boreal League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Rogers, Minn

Capital Classic Tournament 9U-12U April 24-26, 2026 St. Paul, Minn

CFC League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Blaine, Minn

Cottage Grove United League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Cottage Grove, Minn

Edina Soccer Club League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Edina, Minn

Elite Clubs National League (ECNL) League 13U-19U Dec. 2025 - May 2026 Various - Twin Cities Metro

ECNL RL - Twin Cities League 13U-19U Dec. 2025 - June 2026 Various - Twin Cities Metro

EPSC League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Eden Prairie, Minn

Girls Academy (GA) League 13U-19U Dec. 2025 - May 2026

Various - Twin Cities Metro

Keliix-Intra Soccer Club League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Minneapolis, Minn

Manitou FC League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 White Bear Lake, Minn

Minneapolis United League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026 Minneapolis, Minn

Minnesota Cup (State Cup) Tournament 13U-19U May 9-17, 2026 Various - Twin Cities Metro

Minnesota NPL League 13U-19U Dec. 2025 - March 2026 Various - Twin Cities Metro

Minnesota Rush League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Minnesota Thunder Academy League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

North Suburban Soccer Association League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Park Valley United League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Prior Lake Soccer Club League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Richfield Soccer Association League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Shattuck St. Mary's League 13U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Southeast Soccer Club League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

St. Croix Cup Tournament 9U-19U June 5-7, 2026

St. Croix Soccer Club League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

St. Paul Blackhawks League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

TCSL Final 4 Tournament 11U-19U July 10-12, 2026

TCSL Fives Tournament 8U Dec. 2025 - July 2026

TCSL Summer Festival Tournament 9U-19U June 27-28, 2026

TCSL Winter Fests Tournament 8U Dec. 2025 - March 2026

TCSL Winter League League 11U-19U Dec. 2025 - March 2026

Tonka Fusion Elite League 12U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Tonka Splash Tournament 9U-19U June 12-14, 2026

Tonka United League 9U-19U May 2026 - July 2026

Blaine, Minn

Richfield, Minn

Roseville, Minn

St. Louis Park, Minn

Prior Lake, Minn

Richfield, Minn

Faribault, Minn

Minneapolis, Minn

Stillwater, Minn

St. Paul, Minn