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Managing referees, scheduling games, and keeping communication flowing are challenges that every assignor and sports organization knows well. While there are many software platforms built to help with officiating operations, 2025 has shown a clear shift: more and more organizations are turning to Refr Sports.

If you're looking for a modern, streamlined, and assignor-friendly alternative to HorizonWebRef, this is why Refr Sports stands out.

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Built for Assignors Who Wear Multiple Hats

Refr Sports was created with the understanding that assignors don’t just assign. You're also the communicator, organizer, and problem-solver — often across multiple sports and leagues. That’s why Refr offers features that support every part of the job:

Smart availability tracking
Bulk assigning tools for rapid scheduling
Performance tracking and evaluation logging
Multi-sport support with no clunky workarounds

Everything’s built with simplicity and clarity at the core, so you spend less time troubleshooting and more time running your program.

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Simplified Communication with Officials

Clear and timely communication is critical to any assigning workflow. Refr Sports makes it easier by providing fully integrated messaging and alerts within the platform itself — no more bouncing between email chains or third-party apps.

With Refr, you can:

Message officials directly through the dashboard
Send group updates or individual notes
Track message delivery and response activity

It’s all about getting everyone on the same page, fast.

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One System. All Your Sports.

Where some platforms focus on a single sport, Refr was built from the beginning to support multi-sport operations. Whether you’re running games for basketball, hockey, soccer, baseball, or beyond, Refr handles everything in one centralized system.

No need to log into different accounts or set up separate workflows. One login. One interface. Full control.

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Real-Time Insights and Game Tracking

Knowing who worked where, when, and how well they performed is crucial to maintaining a strong officiating group. Refr Sports makes this simple with:

Custom evaluation tools
Assignor notes for each game
Historical game logs and exportable data
Visibility into workloads and trends across the season

You’re not just assigning — you’re developing referees and building long-term success. Refr helps you track that growth effortlessly.

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Modern Design and Constant Evolution

Refr’s interface isn’t dated or clunky — it’s built for 2025 and beyond. More importantly, it doesn’t sit still. The platform continues to evolve based on real feedback from assignors and officials, with new features released regularly and responsive support available when needed.

Every update is driven by one simple question: Will this make assignors’ lives easier? If the answer is yes, it's a priority.

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Final Thoughts

With intuitive tools, responsive development, and a commitment to making assignors’ jobs simpler, Refr has become the go-to platform for those who expect more.

If you’re looking for the best alternative to HorizonWebRef in 2025, look no further — Refr Sports has everything you need to assign smarter, communicate faster, and manage your officials with confidence

TestimonialS

Why Assignors Choose Refr Sports

"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

"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.”

Kelli Linnerooth

Minneapolis Baseball Sports Organization Head

"Genuine interest in serving the officiating community"

“After researching many different official’s platforms, we decided to work with Refr Sports because of their genuine interest in serving the sports and officiating community."

Jessie Ward

Spokane Sports

"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

Behind the Flag | 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

Catholic Athletic Association

"They’ve been hands-on and supportive from the beginning"

"My league is small, but Refr and their team have given me plenty of attention in helping me get started and feel confident using the system. They’ve been hands-on and supportive from the beginning, and the platform continues to run smoothly."

Steve Gatesman

Arkansas Soccer Assignor

"It makes getting paid super convenient"

"I love tracking my earnings through the mobile app. It makes getting paid super convenient. The new mapping feature has also been a big help!"

Dawson Weleski

Baseball Umpire

"It has eliminated time spent on taxes"

"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

MinnDak Officials

"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."