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Montreal’s sports community is thriving — from youth hockey leagues in Laval to adult soccer tournaments downtown. Behind every well-run match is a referee assignor, working tirelessly to ensure games have the right officials in place.
In 2025, managing referees across a busy sports calendar isn't just about filling open slots — it's about efficiency, flexibility, and giving officials the tools they need to succeed.

Choosing the best referee software can make or break a season. One platform that's proving essential for assignors in Montreal is Refr Sports, offering the tools needed to simplify assignments, streamline communication, and elevate the entire officiating experience.

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Why Referee Management Software Matters in Montreal

Montreal leagues are unique. With bilingual communities, varying league structures, and officials traveling across boroughs, assignors face more complexity than ever.

Good referee management software should:

Allow referees to easily update their availability
Enable assignors to schedule efficiently without endless back-and-forth emails
Provide instant communication for last-minute changes
Track certifications, evaluations, and payments
Support both English and French communication needs

Trying to manage all this manually — or with outdated systems — simply doesn’t cut it anymore.

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What to Look For in a Referee Software Platform

Assignors in Montreal need software that is:

Mobile-Friendly: Officials are constantly on the move. They need to accept or decline games, update availability, and communicate easily from their phones.
Smart Scheduling: The ability to assign referees based on availability, certification, skill level, and even location preferences.
Effortless Communication: Instant messaging capabilities make it easy to alert officials of schedule changes or important updates.
Performance Tracking: Keep detailed records of each official’s history, feedback, and ratings.
Integrated Payment Tools: Simplify the payment process for both leagues and referees.

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Why Refr Sports Is the Perfect Fit for Montreal Assignors

Refr Sports is purpose-built to address these real-world challenges. Here's how it helps assignors across Montreal:

Bilingual Flexibility: Communicate seamlessly with both English and French-speaking officials — a must for Montreal’s diverse leagues.
Advanced Availability Tools: Referees self-manage their availability, while assignors always have an up-to-date view when filling assignments.
Mobile App Access: Whether at home, on the road, or at the rink, officials can manage their schedules through Refr’s mobile-first platform.
Quick Scheduling: Fill hundreds of games in minutes using intelligent auto-assignment features, then fine-tune as needed.
Instant Notifications: Send quick updates, reschedules, or cancellations — no more scrambling with last-minute phone calls.
Detailed Referee Profiles: Track experience, certifications, and performance, ensuring the right officials are matched to the right games.
Easy Payment Management: Generate detailed reports and handle referee payments within the platform, reducing administrative headaches.

Refr Sports doesn’t just make assigning easier — it builds a stronger, more connected officiating community.

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Conclusion

Managing referees in Montreal’s vibrant sports landscape isn’t getting any simpler — but it can be a whole lot smarter.
With Refr Sports, assignors gain a platform designed to handle the unique demands of busy, multi-sport environments like Montreal. From smarter assignments to smoother communication, Refr Sports empowers assignors to focus on what matters most: delivering fair, organized, and successful seasons.

If you're ready to bring your officiating operations into 2025, Refr Sports offers the best solution to meet the needs of today’s Montreal sports organizations.

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Hear From Our Users

It just works

"Refr Sports has made things so much easier. The payment process is streamlined, everything is trackable, and officials love the app. Once the word got out, we doubled the number of officials signing up to use the platform. It just works."

Dennis Barela

President | Behind the Flag and Dream Big Officials

Helped me schedule my entire season in less than 2 hours

“The system helped me upload and schedule my entire season in less than 2 hours time! The fee we pay is more than worth it. Switching to Refr has made a night-and-day difference for our organization.”

Megan Jacobson

Head of Operations | Catholic Athletic Association

The best platform I’ve used

"Switching to Refr did not disappoint. They handle everything — from availability and communication to seamless scheduling and payments — for the thousands of games I assign every year. This platform is the place to be."

Adam Bates

President | Florida Officials Association

It has eliminated time spent on payroll

"The billing process has made my officials extremely happy due to the consistency and ability to track it on their phones. It has also saved me a ton of time on the invoicing side and eliminated my time spent on taxes"

Joe Kulas

Assignor | MinnDak Officials Association

I’m telling every assignor I know

"Refr is something you really need to look into. It’s so much easier than the alternatives, and everyone appreciates what you’re doing with payment automation."

Ian Carlson

State Supervisor | Iowa Hockey Officials

Referees get paid directly through the platform

"Referees get paid directly through the platform, relieving me and my sports organizations of the burden of handling payments and tax forms. Once they use it and see how it works, they're so happy and relieved."

Christine Francis

Kansas City Soccer Assignor

Great for tournaments and schools

“I assign softball umpires for several Georgia High School Association chapters and major tournaments, and Refr has been a huge upgrade. It simplifies both my tournament and league season operations—from seamless scheduling to weekly official payments and efficient invoicing and payroll management for all organizations types.”

Dustin Holton

President | Next Level Officials

Genuine interest in serving the officiating community

"Support with Refr is incredible—quick responses, genuine communication, and a real willingness to listen. It’s clear this product is the result of listening to and implementing the advice and needs of assignors like myself."

‍Shelley Russi

Owner | Ref-Ology & Blast Equality Collab

Their customer support is outstanding

“Refr Sports' customer service and app differentiate them from the rest! All of our emails, phone calls, and requests were answered very quickly. Their customer support is outstanding.”