Buffalo Soccer Referee

Did you hear? Our very own DAN SIMICH will be AR2 on this Sunday's MLS Next Pro matchup between the New England Revolution II and Connecticut United. Congratulations Dan, good luck as you begin your pro career! Watch the match here: mlsnextpro.com/news/live-stre…

If you attended the BWNYSRU Meeting on Monday, March 9th we would like to hear your feedback. Please take a moment and fill out this short form: forms.gle/uY6pfTAYmHLcFU… Any questions, please reach out to the board directly at buffalosoccerref@gmail.com

Our monthly meeting is this upcoming Monday, March 9th starting at 6:15 PM! ‼️ Attendance is MANDATORY for those interested in working the BDSL Men's League or the Junior Soccer League. Season critical information will be discussed. ‼️ Questions? Email buffalo@wnyreferee.org

Join us on Monday at Erie 1 BOCES in West Seneca for our first meeting of the new season! ⏰ 6:15 - 6:45 PM will be geared towards new referees. ⏰ 6:45 PM - onwards will cover registration, assignor and contact info, Assignr set up, and more! See you there!

Have questions? Want more information? Shoot us an email at buffalo@wnyreferee.org!

And last but not least, important play dates for the 2026 season! Premier leagues begin in early March and local leagues such as @OfficialBDSL and BWNYJSL begin in early May. Many tournament opportunities are available throughout the season as well.

🧵 2026 Season at a Glance Thread! Leagues, tournaments and registration info included. The 2026 season is upon us! Take a peek at important refereeing dates and events happening in the Buffalo area this season. #buffalo #referee #soccer #wny

The monthly BWNYSRU Meeting scheduled for June 4th has been cancelled. Those with questions can email buffalo@wnyreferee.org for assistance.

One week from today is the next BWNYSRU Meeting! 📅 June 4th 🕕 6:00 to 8:00 pm 📍 Harlem Rd. Community Center (4255 Harlem Rd., Amherst, NY 14226)

Join us for the next BWNYSRU Meeting! 📆 May 7th 🕕 6:00 to 8:00 pm 📍 Harlem Rd. Community Center The Junior Soccer League (JSL) is requiring all officials to attend a unit referee meeting! If you haven't attended yet, this is your last opportunity before the season starts.

Respect the call. Introducing a stronger policy to protect our referees. Learn More > ussoc.cr/RespectTheCall

Bring your 💻 tomorrow! We will have people helping you finish up any registration questions. Or any other questions/help you need. See everyone tomorrow!

Attention Buffalo Referees!! The first meeting of the 2025 season is upon us! Join us this upcoming Wednesday, February 5th from 6 to 8 pm at the Harlem Road Community Center Auditorium. Questions? Email us at buffalosoccerref@gmail.com or buffalo@wnyreferee.org.

Join today!

Why Referee you may ask? Come join the unit to see the game we all love from a different side. There are plenty of perks that come along with the job as well. There are new courses coming up soon right in our neck of the woods. 🟨⚽️🟥

College season finishes up and we have one more accolade! Ankur Singh was flown down to NC to officiate at the D2 Men’s Championship Tourney. Make sure to give him a high five at your next indoor game at midnight where he puts in work in the offseason! #RefLife

Next up 👊🏻 Another WNY Referee was honored for her awesome season. Steph Serrano was sent to Vegas to officiate one of the Women’s D3 semifinals! Congrats Steph!!! 🟨🟥

One of our own Ashley Cedro got selected to officiate the Women’s D1 semifinal between UNC and Duke down in NC this past weekend!