The project, due to run until the end of this current season, enables youngsters aged 14-18, who represent the club in either the HGPFL or West Herts Youth League to apply for full funding for their first FA Referee Course.

The FA Referee Course is designed to equip new referees with the key skills and knowledge they will need to be able to referee grassroots football matches safely and effectively. It is for people aged 14 and over who want to referee mini soccer, 9 v 9 and/or 11 v 11 football.

The course comprises online learning on the Laws of the Game and face to face training. You must complete the online learning before attending the face to face training. You will also need to complete online safeguarding training before attending the face to face training.

In order to successfully complete the course, young referees must also complete 5 matches. As part of our project, the club offers the opportunity to complete these matches at the club as well as the opportunity to further embed their learning by refereeing at our annual tournament in May.

If your son or daughter would like to apply for funding to undertake this course, please complete this form