If you are an active Referee, the Somerset Football Association Ltd considers that being a member of the RA is a must if you want to make progress and ensure that you referee to the maximum of your potential. Where else but in the RA can you get the following benefits of Membership - for less each year than the average Match Fee?
- Discussion on the Laws Of The Game
- Guidance and advice on amendments to Laws
- Early notice and advice on amendemnts to Laws
- Discussions on practical problems and how they should be resolved when encountered
- Advice and guidance from senior Referees
- Constructive criticism of your refereeing and how it could be improved by senior Members
- Full support of the RA should you be the unfortunate victim of circumstances, or if you receive unjust treatment
- The right to financial assistance from the RA Benevolent Fund should you be in need
- The opportunity to meet Referees from all levels at Society Meetings or at social functions
- The right to own your own copy of the RA 'Manual Of Guidance for Referees' which will advise you on all aspects of refereeing
- Insurance cover should you loose your kit, belongings or be injured (Subject to Terms & Conditions - contact your local RA Secretary for details)
With all these benfits - can you afford not to be a Member.
Click on the document on the right for details of how to contact your local Society.