10/14/2026
Big things happening!!
NCSRA referees are a part of the national rollout of the U.S. Soccer R90+ program, a new referee development program designed to change what’s possible for talented officials who want to reach the next level.
R90+ is a 24-month development experience delivered at no cost to participants offering:
⚽️ U.S. Refereeing Way+: Technical standards, decision-making and game management.
⚽️ Soccer IQ+: Understanding the game, reading context and tactical awareness.
⚽️ Fit for Purpose+: Physical preparation, match demands and recovery.
⚽️ Perform+: Preparation, mental performance, wellbeing, ex*****on and reflection.
North Carolina had 8 referees selected to be a part of the first official cohort of 60 referees from 13 State Associations across the South Region during this week’s national rollout.
Big congratulations from NCYSA to:
⭐️ Kai Runyon
⭐️ Shelby Breeze
⭐️ Justin Hughes
⭐️ Luis Pineres
⭐️ Katelyn Bourque
⭐️ Danielle Ward
⭐️ Ian Walston
⭐️ Eion Dockery