The Rules Have Changed for Referee Abuse Penalties

Help Make Sure Your Soccer Community is Prepared

In March 2025, U.S. Soccer's updated Referee Abuse Prevention Policy takes effect. This policy update includes clearer definitions for physical and non-physical abuse - as well as stronger suspensions for reported referee abuse. 

REFEREE ABUSE PREVENTION TOOLKIT

Below is a toolkit with information about the updates to RAP Policy.

To view the complete toolkit and breakdown of the policy, please review the U.S. Soccer Referee Abuse Prevention Policy page of their website.