2017 PRO Development Program

Recognize and develop the future MLS Referee and AR Key Concepts Recognize and develop the future MLS Referee and AR Fill the pipeline Push from the bottom up Create competition at all levels Performance-based advancement system Excel at mental, physical and technical aspects

PRO model of referee identification, training, and development Key Concepts PRO model of referee identification, training, and development What does it take to be a PRO Official? Professionalism Fitness and nutrition Commitment Open, honest, timely communication

Key Concepts Development Committee Scouts: ID and recruitment Former MLS and International Referees Train now for the future Scouts will attend national, regional, local events Interface with SRAs and National Assigners Follow up with match officials in region

Key Concepts Tier 1 / 2 List Selection by PRO Development Committee PRO Development Group Camp attendance by invitation Coordination with USSF for Training Events Equal footing for 2017 entry Placement in Tiers following first half of season Advancement to Tier 1 additionally requires passing men’s fitness test in relevant track Retention on list throughout season based on on-field performance and off-field fulfillment of requirements

Key Concepts Tier 1 / 2 List requirements Attend 2 development camps Preseason and midseason Participate in monthly webinars Discuss trends across our leagues Review performance Best practices and Areas for Improvement Video and LOTG tests Self-evaluations Sports Science questionnaires Calendar updates

Key Concepts Sports Scientist GPS units and tailored training plans Monitor present performance Predict future performance Game is faster at all levels: higher demands Assigned PRO AR coach for Tier 1 / 2 assistant referees Off-season coordination of assignments for continued development

Key Concepts PRO Assignments for Development Group Development Group Assigning Assistant Schedule focused on PRO matches NWSL/NASL/USL Communication with USSF about Open Cup and International assignments Negotiate more travel resources with professional leagues Develop more Referee Academies Partner with USSF, US Youth/Club Soccer, US Adult Soccer, etc.

Development Committee Key Concepts Development Committee 2 Development Managers USSF Representative 2 Regional Assistants Development committee responsibilities: Scouting & ID program Selection of Tier 1/2 lists Assigning Overseeing assessment program Education Technology platforms

Key Concepts Quality over quantity

Creating Competition < Push from the bottom up > The Model Creating Competition < Push from the bottom up > Scouting & ID High target officials Assmnts & Evals USSF training events National Assignor assgnmts Invitation to Devel. Grp Tier 2 Tier 1 MLS

2017 PRO Development Investment 2 Development Camps 2 Regional Assistants Assignment Coordinator Assessment Program Technology (Edge10, TeamXStream, XOS, Ring Central, Vokkero, Catapult) Travel (Leagues + PRO) $$$$$$$$

Development Group Committee Chair

Support Staff