The organisation exists for referees to advocate for their rights, improve working conditions, and promote professional standards within the sport.
In 2013, the PSRA became the certified labor union for Officials in Major League Soccer - the first soccer officials Union in US history - and completed our first Collective Bargaining Agreement ahead of the 2014 season.
Membership would likely be limited to professional referees who meet certain criteria, such as experience, qualifications, and commitment to the profession.
Establishing and maintaining a successful PSRA would present significant challenges.
These could include: Despite these challenges, the creation of a PSRA could offer significant opportunities to improve the profession of soccer refereeing and ensure that referees are treated fairly and respected for their contributions to the sport.