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SOCCER REFEREES

Come join us as over 1,000 soccer referees did last year. Referees from 10 countries and over 30 states came to participate at America’s greatest soccer facility. There are numerous tournaments and leagues open to your participation. The advantage of refereeing at the National Sports Center is that all games are played in one location. The following is a brief summary of the tournaments and leagues available to work.

To register as a referee for any event, follow the application link on the right

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NSC CUP is the Midwest's premier Memorial Day tournament. The event features a youth and adult tournament. Winners have their names inscribed on the Stanley Cup-style trophy. May 24-26, 2008.

This new event, the Wal-Mart All American Cup, incorporates the All American Girls' Premier tournament and has added three more divisions, both boys and girls. June 13-15, 2008.

A precursor to Schwan's USA CUP, this shorter tournament is great for teams who want the huge, festival atmosphere, but can't commit to a longer tournament. Schwan's USA CUP Weekend will be held July 11-13, 2008.

Schwan's USA CUP is simply the largest and grandest youth soccer tournament in the United States. Over 500 teams from 18 countries and 40 U.S. states compete in this amazing tournament. July 15-19, 2008.

Four of the best boys and girls high school teams in the state will take the field September 3-6, 2008 during two action packed days to earn the right to be called the Challenge Cup Champion. We need twelve quality MSHSL certified officials for this event.

Held in October, the NSC Fall Cup is open to all U10-U14 teams. Get ready for the indoor season with this awesome end of the season tournament. October 11-12, 2008.

The 5v5 Holiday Classic is an annual gathering over the holiday season. The relatives get a chance to see the kids play in this fun, family atmospere. December 27, 2007-January 1, 2008.

Come referee in our action packed indoor leagues from November until March. This 6v6 league will polish your skills when the Minnesota winters won’t allow you to be outside officiating in the sun. Age divisions range from U10 to adult. Join us on the artificial turf. No boards, just soccer!

We offer two outdoor soccer leagues during the summer and fall. The Adult Summer Coed League is run on Sunday nights in June and July. The Fall 6v6 Outdoor League is also played on Sundays and is for all ages.