General Information
Online Game Reports
All VISL Game Reports must be submitted to the League as soon as possible on the day of the game (within 2-4 hours recommended). We require game results as soon as possible after the match completion. For further information or queries contact:
VISL Referee Manager: Tiberio de Frias
referee.manager@visl.org
(M) 250-213-8927 (text preferred)
Referee Info: (Brief)
- VISL Rules & Regulations Handbook:
Referees as well as teams are recommended to familiarize themselves with the relevant sections of the VISL Rules & Regulations Handbook. VISL Rules & Regulations.
- Prior to kickoff referees must check team lists and ID Cards.
- Substitutions.
Divisions 1 and 2, substituting player(s) must take a completed VISL Substitution Slip(s) to the near-sideline Official, who will signal the Referee for approval of the player(s) to enter the field of play. Five (5) substitutions may be made during the course of play, however unlimited substitutions may be made at half time over and above the five (5) mandated.
All other Divisions substitution forms are not required. Unlimited substitutions permitted as well as re-entry. Substituting player(s) must remain on the sideline until play is stopped and they are signaled by the Referee to enter the field of play.
- Foul and / or abusive language:
The VISL has a very clear policy with regards to undue use of foul or abusive language on the field of play, by players, and technical area.
Discipline guidelines are published on the BC Soccer website. BC Soccer Discipline Guidelines
Referee Applications:
Interested in becoming a referee in the Vancouver Island Soccer League? All applications submitted through the form below will be sent directly to our VISL Referee Manager, who will follow up with further details about the next steps, requirements, and opportunities within the league. Please click the button below to fill out your information and our referee manager will reach out shortly.