Robert J. Kanjian (Bob) 1944-2025 MWSRA is saddened to announce the passing of beloved member Bob Kanjian. Bob was respected by the membership not only by his service as a referee, past President, as well as other leadership positions, but more for his respect for his fellow referees both on and off the field. Everyone…
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Please find below the link for the new MPSSAA Sportsmanship Report for all Varsity games. (not for JV) This should be used for any MPSSAA Varsity games, primarily; PG and Montgomery Counties. MPSSSA Experience Form Notes on the report: Other ways to find the report Use the QR code:
When: Thursday, July 13, 2023, 7:00pm Where: Walter Johnson High School Cafeteria (6400 Rock Spring Drive Bethesda, MD 20814) Agenda: If you cannot make the meeting, we will mail your paycheck to the address listed in the MWSRA game management system. We are also looking for a portable projector for the meeting. In the event…
MWSRA will be hosting another virtual video clinic on Thursday, February 9th from 8-9pm EST. This is entirely optional to join but a great way to enhance your skills and engage with other refs during the winter. The session’s topics will involve World Cup clips and discussions of factors that may influence a referee’s perception…
Please share with individuals that may be interested in becoming a referee. The new referee course is now live. There are 6 dates for the In-person training between 7/30 and 8/28. Please share this information far and wide, as currently there are a limited number of classes. Below is the link for people to start the process….
The State Referee Committee (SRC) has resolved that harassment and abuse of referees and ARs must stop. With that in mind, the SRC is making increased diligence in dealing with abuse by coaches and spectators a Point of Emphasis for this year. As part of the Emphasis, the SRC wants all referees to “lower the…
The MWSRA Board has approved the following proposed amendment to MWSRA By-Laws and now presents it to the membership for their review and approval. The current MWSRA By-Laws states: Article VII – Qualifications of Officers. Section 1. Only active or lifetime members in good standing may be considered for nomination and election to office or…
Dear MWSRA referees, I wanted to reach out to everyone during this time of high anxiety, uncertainty, and suffering in our community. I know that much of our community is hurting right now, not just from the violence and injustice that we have witnessed in the past two weeks, but from the drastic and far-reaching…
On May 14, 2019, I met with the Maryland Referee Committee alongside Fran Gavelli (MWSRA board member) and our peer referees Erik Endler (CASRA president), Lucia Allen, and Alla Stepanov. As a group, we advocated for new programs and opportunities supporting Maryland female referees. Following this meeting, we sent a list of our top 3…
