Ellis Parchment
Dickson,TN
Summary
Accomplished Soccer Referee at Dickson Co Soccer Association, adept at conflict resolution and rule enforcement. Demonstrated integrity and fairness while ensuring player safety and game flow control. Enhanced teamwork by mentoring new referees, contributing to a 20% improvement in officiating accuracy. Maintained peak physical fitness to excel in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Soccer Referee
Dickson Co Soccer Associstion
Dickson, TN
2018 - Current
- Managed conflicts effectively and efficiently by mediating disputes between players, coaches, and spectators when necessary.
- Promoted fair play and sportsmanship by consistently applying game rules and officiating with integrity.
- Monitored and managed soccer games to verify safety and promote good sportsmanship for players.
- Strengthened teamwork abilities by collaborating closely with assistant referees to make accurate offside calls or identify foul play incidents outside my line of sight.
- Developed strong communication skills through regular interaction with players, coaches, assistant referees, fourth officials, and assessors during games.
- Enhanced player safety by enforcing soccer rules, maintaining control of games, and addressing misconduct on the field.
- Managed conflict resolutions to encourage professional and positive relationships.
- Stayed current with rule changes, interpretations, and points of emphasis by attending annual referee clinics and workshops to maintain certification.
- Delivered consistent referee performance by making real-time decisions based on extensive knowledge of soccer rules and regulations.
- Mentored and supported new referees to enhance knowledge of fundamentals of game and apply best practices.
- Managed game time effectively through monitoring stoppages for injuries, substitutions, or disciplinary actions while ensuring the appropriate amount of added time at the end of each half.
- Supported youth soccer programs through refereeing games for various age groups and skill levels while mentoring new referees in training sessions.
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness to keep up with fast-paced matches while making quick decisions under pressure.
Education
High School Diploma
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA05.2025
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Quick thinking
- Physical fitness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Assertiveness
- Safety monitoring
- Judgment calls
- Game flow control
- Handling complaints
- Integrity and fairness
- Self-confidence
- Player safety
- Rule enforcement
- Timekeeping
- Coach relations
Accomplishments
2024 TSIAA All State Soccer Team
2021-2025 Honor Roll
Certification
Tn State Soccer Referee Certification
Timeline
Soccer Referee
Dickson Co Soccer Associstion
2018 - Current
High School Diploma
Penn Foster Career School