WE EXIST TO ENHANCE THE WORLD OF YOUTH SPORTS BY CREATING A BETTER OFFICIATING ECOSYSTEM FOR ALL.
We believe shared success is the only kind.
We are a fully-integrated referee management organization committed to enhancing youth soccer in Minnesota through the creation of a stronger and more sustainable officiating ecosystem for all.
We provide comprehensive referee development and management services to like-minded clubs, referees, assignors and youth sports organizations to ensure that our players and referees are provided with the ideal playing and working environment on game day.
WE TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES INTO POSITIVE WORK AND PLAYING ENVIRONMENTS. ARE YOU READY?
BEHIND THE NAME
The youth sports landscape has changed significantly over the years, yet one thing remains steady. We all want our youth to flourish in their sport and grow as players and as people.
In support of this shared goal, we, as a community, have said “yes” to providing the tools, training, and ongoing support that our players need to develop their skills on and off the fields. The options and opportunities are expanding, and we continue to stand by our fellow teammates, coaches, clubs, and leagues. Yet, when it comes to the officiating piece of the puzzle, we have lost our focus and neglected our duties.
Our referees are an essential part of youth sports. Without a ref, the game simply cannot go on. Referees ensure the playing environment is fair, fun, and safe. They help our players learn the game. They give so much to the sport, yet we have not fully acknowledged that the quality of the game environment directly relates to the resources we provide our referees. We simply have not invested in the level of ongoing development and support that our officials need to thrive in their role or to grow the profession as a whole. And in result, we, as a community, are feeling the impacts of this—each of us in our own unique ways.
Crafting our model for 10 years, our founder designed The Referee Advocates to do just what the name states - to advocate for referee resources needed to change the game. Through our integrated programs and services, strong community partnerships, and thought-leadership and advocacy initiatives, we are building a skilled, supported, and connected referee-centric community to serve as the underpinnings of a better game day for all.
We are Our Values
Community trust is the most important thing we'll ever earn, and we build our lasting relationships through our values. When you take a step towards investing in referees, our work together will have lasting impact felt for years to come.
WE DON'T TAKE THAT LIGHTLY.
INTEGRITY
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Honesty, fairness, and respect are at the heart of who we are. We make smart, ethical decisions based upon what’s best for the whole in the long-run.
COLLABORATION
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A diverse set of people and perspectives working together results in better outcomes. We work to bridge communication barriers and focus on mending broken relationships to bring our communities together.
INGENUITY
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We are naturally curious and resourceful. We are creative problem-solvers, driven by finding solutions and possibilities others may not see.
KNOWLEDGE
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We continuously seek information, perspectives, and data to help us deepen our expertise and solve the problems in front of us. We pride ourselves on being in-the-know and informing others through transparent practices.
EXCELLENCE
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We are proud of our high standards and well-honed capabilities. We confidently pursue the highest quality experiences and outcomes.
ACCOUNTABILITY
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We are committed to taking ownership and responsibility for what is within our sphere of influence and expect others to do the same.
THE TRA CREW
Our team brings decades of experience in multiple industries that mirror connected, conscious communities. This team's passion for elevating the officiating ecosystem in youth sports is weaved into the very fabric of our work. Quite simply, they're called to duty and rise to the occasion.
