named programs · 6 · from sources
What they call their work
Membership Meetings
Monthly gatherings offering education on refereeing topics such as positioning, movement, and game management, held in person and via Zoom
Pre-season Huddle
Annual series of virtual meetings reviewing IFAB Laws of the Game, referee fees, and expectations ahead of the fall season
So You Think You Can Ref?
Educational program for coaches, parents, and players explaining the IFAB Laws of the Game and reducing misunderstandings about refereeing decisions
Summer Training Series
Weekly training sessions for referees with 0–4 years of experience covering offside, fouls, misconduct, and crew coordination
Tournament Referee Assignments
Coordination of certified referees for local youth soccer tournaments including March Mayhem and Presidents Cup
Women Referee Development Day
Event focused on building confidence and skills for women in soccer officiating, fostering community and professional growth
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Youth and Community Sports Officiating Development 8 activities
- Education and outreach for team officials, players, and spectatorsProvides educational programming for team officials, players, and spectators on referee roles, laws of the game (including offside and fouls), and how to minimize abuse and assault of referees.
- Enforcement and implementation of game rules and reporting protocolsEnforces updated IFAB Laws of the Game in all leagues served starting July 1, 2024, and requires referees to follow strict pre- and post-match protocols, including team communication 48 hours before games, submission of match data within 24 hours, use of RefInsight for postgame wrapups, and adherence to UPSL-specific documentation procedures involving the Fourth Official.
- Provision of officiating services for soccer matchesRecruits, assigns, and manages certified referees for soccer matches across Dutchess, Putnam, Rockland, Orange, and Ulster Counties in NY, select clubs in northern Westchester, and Pike County, PA. Provides officiating coverage for youth tournaments such as the March Mayhem Tournament and President’s Day Cup, and has staffed over 200 matches during the Columbus Day Tournaments with more than 75 referees.
- Recruitment and certification of new soccer refereesRecruits new individuals into soccer officiating and guides them through a six-step certification process that includes online and in-person training, profile registration, and payment of local membership dues. Offers ongoing support and development for newly certified referees.
- Referee performance evaluation and feedback collectionOperates a formal assessment program that evaluates referee performance through on-field observations and delivers immediate verbal and written feedback. Collects performance feedback from team officials on both individual referees and referee crews to support development and accountability.
- Referee recertification and ongoing membership supportOperates an annual recertification process for referees requiring completion of online modules, payment of local dues, and attendance at in-person educational events. Offers monthly education and mentoring programs for certified referees who maintain active membership.
- Support system for referee assignment and communicationProvides team officials with access to real-time referee assignment status (accepted or declined) and a mechanism to submit questions about match incidents, with responses provided by board members.
- Training and development of soccer refereesProvides comprehensive training, mentoring, and educational programming for soccer referees at all levels, from grassroots to professional, including monthly membership meetings, pre-season huddles, in-person and online sessions, referee academies, and structured mentorship programs. Supports referees in upgrading their USSF classifications through formal evaluations, feedback, and preparation for grade advancements.
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Youth Sports Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
- Advocacy and policy enforcement regarding referee safetyAccepts reports from team officials concerning violations of the USSF 531-9 or ENYYSA Zero Tolerance Policy, supporting a safe and respectful environment for referees.
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Youth Soccer Development Programs 1 activity
- Hosting and organizing soccer games and tournamentsOrganizes and hosts soccer games and tournaments, including events at The Hudson Valley Sports Dome in Milton, NY, and large-scale tournaments such as the Columbus Day Tournaments, March Mayhem, and President’s Day Cup, involving hundreds of matches and dozens of referees.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$16K
Contributions & grants$3973%
Program service revenue——
Investment income$50%
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expenses
Total expenses$12K
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balance sheet
Total assets$6K
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Net assets$6K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +64.9%
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Capelli Sport Partner — Official Technical Apparel and Equipment Partner providing referee uniforms and gear.
- Capelli Sport Partner — Partnership to provide referee uniforms and equipment to HVSRA members.
- ENYYSA Partner — Enforces ENYYSA Zero Tolerance Policy and accepts reports of violations.
- Eastern New York State Referee Association Government — HVSRA collects fees on behalf of ENYSRA for referee certification, indicating a formal administrative relationship.
- Eastern New York State Referee Association Partner — Collaborates on referee certification and recertification processes, including joint training delivery and administrative coordination.
- Eastern New York State Referee Committee Government — Coordinates with the State Director of Assessment for referee assessments and upgrade processes.
- Eastern New York Youth Soccer Association Partner — Has a Zero Tolerance Policy that referees are expected to enforce during matches.
- GotSport Partner — Platform used for submitting game reports for multiple leagues including HVYSL, USYS National League, and EDP leagues.
- Hudson Valley Youth Soccer League Partner — Sponsoring partner for the President's Day Cup Tournament.
- Hudson Valley Youth Soccer League Partner — Sponsors the President’s Day Cup Tournament in collaboration with HVSRA.
- MLS Next Partner — Provides a Discriminatory Action Procedure that referees are expected to follow during matches.
- Mod11 Partner — Mobile application used for roster access and match reporting in the Elite Academy League.
- New York Red Bulls Partner — Hosts HVSRA members at Sports Illustrated Stadium for a match against NYCFC.
- RefInsight Partner — Technology platform used for referee assignments, match reporting, and accessing field locations and resources.
- U.S. Soccer Federation Government — Sanctioning body whose Laws of the Game and diagonal system of control are required for all sanctioned competitions.
- US Soccer Partner — Provides policy guidance and considerations for referees to apply the Laws of the Game.
- USSF Government — Adheres to and enforces USSF 531-9 policy standards.
- United States Soccer Federation Government — Follows USSF Laws of the Game and referee classification guidelines, and requires members to adhere to the USSF Referee Code of Ethics.
- United States Soccer Federation Government — Follows USSF standards for referee upgrading, assessments, and fitness testing.
- United States Soccer Federation Government — HVSRA members are certified under USSF, indicating an official affiliation for referee licensing.
- Venmo Partner — Used as a secure electronic method for members to pay annual dues.
- Yorktown Youth Soccer Club Partner — Sponsoring partner for the March Mayhem Tournament.
- Yorktown Youth Soccer Club Partner — Sponsors the March Mayhem Tournament in collaboration with HVSRA.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Blended and Ongoing Professional Developmentmethodology: blended_learningBy combining regular in-person and virtual learning with post-match reflection, we sustain referee improvement because continuous, cyclical education reinforces skill application and adaptive learning.
- Contextual Application of Rulesmethodology: contextual-application-of-rulesBy adapting the enforcement of Laws of the Game to player age, skill level, and competition type, we promote fair and developmentally appropriate play because rule application is calibrated to the context of the game.
- Experiential Education to Build Empathymethodology: experiential_educationBy immersing team officials, players, and spectators in the referee experience, we reduce abuse and improve match conduct because participants develop empathy for the challenges of officiating.
- Mentorship-Based Support Modelmethodology: supportive_moderationBy pairing referees with trained mentors who intervene with coaching staff, we de-escalate negative behavior and protect referee well-being because proactive moderation fosters a safer, more respectful environment.
- Tiered Referee Development Pathwaymethodology: tiered_referee_developmentBy offering a structured progression from grassroots to professional levels, we improve referee retention and skill advancement because clear pathways motivate sustained engagement and professional growth.