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REFS NEED LOVE TOO

REFS NEED LOVE TOO

Sports:Soccer

MLS Refs are locked out! Learn why from Peter Manikowski, President of the PRSA

MLS Refs are locked out! Learn why from Peter Manikowski, President of the PRSA

2024-01-27
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I had the honor and privilege to interview Peter Manokski, President of the PRSA. 

The PRSA is the Professional Referee Organizing body that represents MLS, USL, NWSL and CSA Referees. Recently, their membership has unanimously voted to authorize a strike if a deal is not made with PRO, their employer that represents the MLS.

They are working to improve the working conditions for the referees. Many people have no idea the mental and physical burden of what it takes to be a professional referee. Especially, beyond the top of the top center referees, almost every other official is doing this as a part time job. The strain on them physically, financially and emotionally can be brutal for the many years it takes to make it to the top. 

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