How to Become a Referee in North Texas HOW TO GET STARTED

 Requirement – you must be 13 or older to BECOME A REFEREE

⚽ Become a Referee

Registration for 2026 will open July 1 through OMS:
👉 https://ntxreferees.omgtsys.com

A 2026 license allows a new referee to officiate games for the remainder of 2025 and all of 2026.

🏅 How to Become a USSF Referee

🔹 Minimum Age: 13

To become a licensed USSF Referee, you must complete both parts of the certification process:

✅ Part 1: Online Course

• Register and pay at https://ntxreferees.omgtsys.com

• Complete 6 online modules

• Approximate time: 6–7 hours

You must complete all modules before moving to the next step.

✅ Part 2: In-Person Field Session

Once your online modules are complete, the “ONLINE LESSONS” button will change to “PICK A CLINIC.” You can then choose an available in-person session.

Session Length: 3.5 hours
Topics Covered:

• Referee and Assistant Referee mechanics

• Teamwork and pre-game duties

• Sideline behavior management

• Offside, dropped balls, penalty kicks, handball

• Uniforms and how to get assigned to games

✅ Final Step: Certification

You must complete both the online course and the in-person field session to receive your official USSF referee license.