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The official account for the organization of soccer officials which trains, certifies and provides soccer referees for college soccer throughout the country.

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Sneak peek of a full interview with @ToriPenso on the importance of our partnership with @nisoadotcom at the @visitRaleigh Girls College Showcase!
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Excited to have the best of the best out here with @nisoadotcom as referee mentors and coaches at the @visitRaleigh Girls College Showcase, including World Cup Final referee Tori Penso, top female referee in Mexico, Katia Itzel Garcia, @bigten Ref Coordinator Cien Aesora, and @American_Conf Ref Coordinator Chris Penso!
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Congratulations to the 10 U.S. Soccer referees who have been appointed to this year's Gold Cup.
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RQ+ and NJCAA Announce Partnership to Enhance Officiating Services Read the full story at refquest.com/news.
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The KRDP joins our brothers and sisters in the @MichiganReferee, across the Midwest region and the country in grieving the tragic loss of National Assistant Referee, Rob Ruta.
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Congratulations to Assistant Referee Corey Rockwell on his 400th regular season MLS game! What an incredible #MilestoneMatch! This is a true testament to his dedication and professionalism, and a career that continues setting the standard on and off the pitch. 👏⚽ #MLS400
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Former FIFA and MLS PRO referee Ted Unkel reads mean tweets. 😂
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In our latest one-on-one interview, we had the chance to sit down with former MLS referee Ted Unkel. Full Interview Here 👇👇 📺: youtu.be/GUC_wfX3VT0?feature… 🎧: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcas…
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💪 @GallaudetBison legend and Deaflympics medalist, Ronda Jo Miller continues to break barriers in athletics and the deaf community! 💪 #WomensHistoryMonth x @ncaadiii

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This #InternationalWomensDay we’re celebrating the women making an impact across all areas of officiating - on the field and behind the scenes. With record growth, groundbreaking achievements and more opportunities the future is brighter than ever as we continue to push for progress and #AccelerateAction 💪🏼
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✨Happy International Women's Day! ✨ Today, we celebrate the incredible achievements of women who have made a lasting impact on the world, and especially on women's sports! For over 50 years, WAGS has led by example, empowering women and girls through sports and community. These amazing women pictured here are WAGS - founders, former players, leaders - they have not only shaped the women's game, but have also paved the way for future generations. Their commitment to equality and progress continues to inspire. (Bottom Row L-R) Sue Vodicka, Lula Bauer, Joanna Lohman, Jill Ellis, Marie Schweitzer (Top Row L - R) Jackie Reed, Anne Thompson, Adele Dolansky, Mavis Derflinger and Rael Vodicka Thank you to each of these trailblazers for their dedication and passion in making a difference. Let's keep celebrating and supporting women in sports and beyond! #IWD2025 #WomensSports #wags50yearsgold
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This #InternationalWomensDay, we celebrate the incredible women who command the pitch with confidence & inspire the next gen. To all the female referees #BreakingBarriers and proving that the game has no limits—we see you, we celebrate you, & we stand with you!💪🔥 #GameChangHER
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Referee Appreciation Week: Referee Spotlight! In honor of Referee Appreciation Week, we are excited to spotlight one of of youth referees, Riley Deal! Riley was recently awarded Jr. Female Referee of the Year at the @NCYouthSoccer awards! She also currently plays in our Classic Older Girls program and is a TOPSoccer Buddy! Riley also got the chance to meet 2023 World Cup Final Referee @ToriPenso in 2023 🔥 Approximately 200,000 youth referees officiate games across the U.S. each year, supporting millions of young players - be sure to say thank you each game for their hard work! 💙
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Kari Seitz's own #referee experiences are invaluable assets for her job, VP of @ussoccer Refereeing. She shared some in this Q&A: 🔗 socceramerica.com/kari-seitz…
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🏆 Celebrating Black Excellence: Wendie Renard 🇫🇷⚽ A true legend of the game, Wendie Renard has dominated soccer for nearly two decades! With 8 Champions League titles, 14 Division 1 titles, and 400+ appearances for club and country, she continues to lead with strength and grace. As captain of both Lyon and the French national team, she’s an inspiration on and off the field. Beyond soccer, Renard is also a voice for climate justice, using her platform to advocate for biodiversity and a better future. 🌍💙 Join us in celebrating her legacy! 👏🏽⚽ #BlackExcellence #wagsproud
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"The team now is just absolutely amazing, making great strides, winning tournaments still with players of color at the forefront." 🙌 During Black History Month, @BriScurry reflects on her impact in women’s soccer, as well as the rise of players of color in the @USWNT 🇺🇸
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“I could do a lot with the platform and showing all these little young girls and boys that they can dream and do the same thing ... It makes me so proud to see how diverse the team is now.” 🥹 @USWNT legend Shannon Boxx reflects on her experience as a Black woman in football 📺
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The Jackie Robinson impact 💙 #BlackHistoryMonth

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