Please remember that this is Youth soccer. Not only are the players young and learning about the game, Westfield Soccer sponsors referee training and a vast majority of the referees, particularly those in the in-town league, are young and also learning their craft.

Players, coaches and parents are never permitted to harass a referee, question or even loudly comment on their calls. The referee has the right to eject parents, coaches and players from the field for dissenting behavior and, under extreme circumstances, can even call an end to the game.

Coaches, spectators and parents should always direct their energy towards offering only positive encouragement to those that are on the field and trying their best – the players and the referees.