Referee of the Week – Shane Godso 2/20/20
You’re in good hands when Shane is in the pitch! As an Allstate Insurance Agent, he understands the need for safety. Shane enjoys the experience refereeing provides. “It gives me the opportunity to be a helper to coaches and players to better understand the game of soccer. I also referee because I enjoy meeting great referees, amateur and professional, and learning from them. Refereeing is a gift, and it is actually very fun.”
Thanks for being a perfect example of how to officiate games!
Name? Shane Godso
Occupation? Allstate Insurance Agent
Number of years as a referee? 6
What is your favorite professional soccer team? Atlanta United
Who is your favorite soccer player? Tim Howard
Do you have any previous soccer experience? Yes
Why do you referee?
I referee because it gives me the opportunity to be a helper to coaches and players to better understand the game of soccer. I also referee because I enjoy meeting great referees, amateur and professional, and learning from them. Refereeing is a gift and it is actually very fun.
Fun fact: I am a drummer
What are some of your favorite hobbies? I like to collect coins
What is your favorite movie? Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
What is your favorite song? Tom Sawyer by Rush
Best moment as a referee:
My best moment was when I refereed a U15 game in Alabama. After the game, the parents came to me and told me that they had never had a referee that had encouraged their sons so much and that they very much appreciated my professionalism and Interest in making sure it was a fun experience for their children and coaches. They hoped to have me on the field again for their teams.
