Referee Accreditation
How do I become a referee?
Refereeing accreditations are now looked after both Squash Australia and World Squash Officiating (WSO). For information on becoming a referee contact Squash Australia's Sport Development Coordinator on education@squashaus.com.au
There are five levels of Referee Accreditation, Squash & Racquetball Victoria through its Referee Committee is responsible for assisting with Level 1 and Level 2 accreditations. Squash Australia is responsible for Level 3, and WSO for Levels 4 and 5.
Level 1 (formally Club Referee)
Level 2 (formally State Referee)
Level 3 (formally National Referee)
Level 4 (formally Regional Referee)
Level 5 (formally World Squash Federation Referee)
Official:
Click on the above link and set up a squash australia and WSO account. Then take the test to achieve the level 0 referee level.
Re-Accreditation / Updating
The Updating Policy has been designed to ensure that Australian Sport takes place in an environment where quality, standards, safety and personnel are of the highest order. All courses in the framework are accredited and referees are required to update every 1-4 years.
Why Update?
Updating ensures that referees stay abreast of rule changes in their sport. Updating also keeps referees in contact with the most up to date information. Updating will play an important role in ensuring that the referee environment is safe for all participants.
How to update
As with coaching once you have completed an accreditation course the 'update clock' begins. When your initial accreditation is processed you will receive an accreditation card which shows your expiry date. Club level accreditation lasts for 4 years, State for 2 years and National annually.
How much does it cost to update?
There is currently no cost to update.
For further information on referee development , click on this link:
https://www.squashaus.com.au/learn/officiating
Current Victorian Referees
Damien Green - Level 4
David Cowell - Level 3
Christie Christall - Level 2
Murray Ashcroft - Level 2
Indy Palihakarra - Level 2
Darren O'Neill - Level 2
Lee-Anne Carpenter - Level 1
Steve Murray - Level 1
Robin Burr - Level 1
