FOR CLUBS
Partner with TRA
The only fully-integrated referee development and management organization in Minnesota, taking assigning from transactional to transformational.
You need referees. We bring them with purpose.
The Challenges We Solve
We’ve Been There
We know the frustration of last-minute coverage gaps, inconsistent officiating, and the constant cycle of new referees burning out. That's why we built a model around structure, mentorship, and respect.
With TRA, you gain a referee partner who understands these challenges and is built around one goal: a better game day for everyone involved.
What you get
A Partnership That Strengthens Your Referees, Your Culture, and Your Club's Professionalism
Thoughtful Assigning, Everytime
Our proprietary leveling system thoughtfully matches every official to the right game, with a +99%* fill rate clubs can count on.
Elevating The Entire Game Day Experience
Our investment in referee training and development means smoother-run matches and a better experience for players, coaches, and families.
Stronger Retention, Better Referees Returning
While statewide retention hovers near 60%, TRA's exceeds 75%*, giving your club a deeper, more experienced officiating pool year after year.
More Than Assignors, Your Strategic Partner
We work alongside your club leadership to solve officiating challenges and build a sustainable program for long-term success.
Tournament-Ready
A comprehensive referee experience for your events, organized, professional, and a place referees want to work.
Together, we raise the standard for what youth soccer should be. Once you partner, we assess your club's needs, activate the right systems, and grow with you season after season, and clubs who meet our standards earn recognition as a TRA Approved Club.
Our Club Network Across Minnesota
From the Field
"TRA has provided guidance, support, and ongoing instruction to help me be the best official I can. Plus I get to work with my daughter as she learns valuable life skills like determination and authority."
F. Scott Fein,
First Year Adult Referee
“The TRA Junior Referee Program helped our rec players experience a more organized game environment, effectively preparing them for the transition to competitive soccer.”
Erika Domier,
Director of Soccer Operations
"Lakeville SC is steadfast in our commitment to development, not just in player/coach/parent, but in all facets. We feel TRA has identified a missing need to support and develop referees for a better game day."
Forrest Randall,
Executive Director of Lakeville Soccer Club
2150 3rd Street
Suite 16
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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Mon-Thu: 9AM to 4PM
Friday: 9AM to 3PM
Sat-Sun: Closed
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