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Christmas 2025: Haßberge referee group looks back optimistically!
Looking back at 2025 for the Haßberge referee group: successes, new elections and wishes for a contemplative celebration.
Christmas 2025: Haßberge referee group looks back optimistically!
On December 24, 2025, the Haßberge referee group will look back on an eventful year marked by numerous games and challenges. In the Christmas speech by referee chairman Moritz Meisel, it became clear that it was not only the experience on the field that counted, but also the commitment and passion of the positive young talent, which brings a breath of fresh air into the referee family. With thanks to all members for their tireless commitment, fairness and reliability, the group wishes everyone a peaceful Christmas and relaxing holidays as well as health, happiness and satisfaction in the coming year.
The hope for positive moments and the joy of sharing a hobby mean that the Haßberge referee group is optimistic about the new year. As part of the review, it also became clear that new elections have given the team new cohesion, which will strengthen the community spirit within the group. The ongoing development and training of young referees is essential for maintaining the referee culture in the region.
Young referees on the rise
Similar to Haßberge, the number of young referees is also on the rise nationwide. Loud daily news, the DFB reported a 22 percent increase in referees in the 2023/2024 season. This is the first increase in 20 years and is helping to improve the image of referees, particularly thanks to positive coverage on social media and through documentaries.
One of the youngest hopefuls in this context is 14-year-old Silas, who is active at SV Grün-Weiß Brauweiler. At the age of 12, he successfully completed basic referee training and refereed games above his age group. Silas is supported by Andreas Nehren, his mentor and referee coordinator, who promotes young talents. Silas takes on his role as a referee with joy and responsibility, even if he is sometimes confronted with verbal pressure from coaches and players.
Training and support
Young referees are trained in central facilities such as the Edenkoben Sports School. The instructors teach the 17 football rules in around 24 lessons and introduce the participants to DFBnet applications. For a contribution towards expenses of 100 euros, the prospective referees receive teaching materials and food. After completing the theoretical exam, which includes 30 rules questions, the newcomers are allowed to officiate their first games, supported by experienced mentors or tandem referees to make their first steps easier. Further details about the training can be found on the website SWFV be read.
This extensive training and the active commitment within the refereeing community show that interest in refereeing is growing and that many young talents will take over refereeing in the future. The positive trend allows the Haßberge referee group and its members to look to 2026 with confidence.