Welcome to Notch! You're on the way to your first steps in your dashboard and we're excited to have you on board. This guide will give you a quick tour of your Official Dashboard, helping you get familiar with the layout and features as you start scheduling and managing games.
Home Dashboard
When you first sign up and log into Notch, you'll land on your Home Dashboard. This is your home base, the page you'll return to every time you log in. Here, you'll find all the important information related to your upcoming games and assignments, making it easy to stay on top of your schedule.
You'll notice that dashboard metrics will look something like this when you first get started:
Let's break this page down into its key components.
Dashboard Filters
At the top of your dashboard, you'll find filters to help you organize and view your games easily:
Search Bar: Search for games by keywords, game numbers, or titles (e.g., "Soccer Stars Game #2").
Date Range: Filter your games by scheduled date. Choose from presets like "Today," "Next 7 Days," or set a custom range.
Group: If you're working with multiple assignors, this filter allows you to view games by group.
Competition: Once you select a group, you can filter by the specific competition.
Overview
Beneath the filters, you'll find your Available Payout balance and a summary of your games. Here's an example when you have current and past game assignments:
Available Payout
If your assignor uses Notch Pay, this balance will update automatically as you're paid.
If they don't, you'll still track your assignments here, but you'll be paid offline.
Game Overview Tabs
Your games are organized into three key tabs:
Accepted Games: Games you've confirmed and are scheduled to officiate.
Games to Accept: New game assignments waiting for your confirmation.
Requested Games: Games your assignor has asked about your availability.
You can switch between these tabs to view the corresponding games in the table below. Simply tap or swipe when using the mobile app.
Game Details Table
Below the overview tabs, you'll see a detailed table of your games based on the tab and filters you've selected. Each game entry includes:
Date and time
Location
Competition details
Assignment type (referee, assistant referee, etc.)
Game fee
Current status
💡 Tips:
Check your dashboard regularly: We recommend logging in at least once every 1-2 days to catch new assignments.
Respond promptly: Assignors appreciate quick responses to game requests and assignments.
Use filters effectively: As your game schedule grows, filters will help you manage your calendar more efficiently.
My Games
While the Home Dashboard gives you a high-level view, the My Games page provides a more detailed and comprehensive list of your current and past assignments.
Key Features
Current / Past / Canceled Tabs: Use click these tabs to switch between viewing your upcoming games, completed assignments, or cancelled games.
Enhanced Filters: Filters here work the same as the main dashboard but include one key addition:
Assignment Status:
Assigned / Unaccepted: You've been assigned or requested this game, but it's not confirmed yet.
Assigned / Accepted: You or your assignor have accepted the assignment.
Game Details
Click or tap any game to view comprehensive details such as:
Location with full address
Field number
Complete crew roster with assignments
Game times (arrival, start, estimated end)
Uniform requirements
Game fees
Open Games
Once you're added to a group by an assignor, you can view Open Games. This is where you'll find games with at least one open role that you can request.
What you'll see in the list
The Open Games page shows every game with at least one open role that you're eligible to work. Each row includes:
Game date and time
Sport, level, and competition
Location
Crew size (open and filled roles)
Pay rates
You may see games on this page even when you have a conflicting assignment or when your weekly availability says you're unavailable. The list is intentionally broad. Availability is checked per-game when you click Check Availability.
Eligibility Criteria
A game appears in your Open Games list when:
The competition allows self-requests
You're eligible based on your sport minimum tier (if it applies), group membership, and any required certifications
The game has at least one open role
You haven't reached your daily request limit (if your assignor has set one)
Requesting a Game
Open Games uses a two-step flow:
Click Check Availability on the game's row.
Click Request on the role you want. If approved, you'll receive an email and/or push notification.
If your weekly availability says you're unavailable for that day and time but you don't have a conflicting assignment, you'll see an Availability Conflict popup with the option to Continue Anyway. That override applies only to that one request. It does not change your default availability.
For a full step-by-step walk-through, see our article on Self-requesting games.
Tips for Requesting Games
Check the Open Games section regularly for new opportunities
Request games early, as roles fill quickly
Be selective and only request games you're confident you can officiate
Review the competition level and ensure you're qualified before requesting
Don't Miss:
Check out our article: How to Set and Manage My Availability
Post Game Reports
If you're the head official (primary referee), you'll need to submit a Post Game Report after each match. This important responsibility helps keep competition records accurate and provides valuable feedback to assignors.
Report Categories
You'll see your reports organized into five categories:
Due: Reports that need to be submitted
Flagged: Reports requiring assignor review (usually for incidents or unusual circumstances)
Needs Approval: Submitted reports awaiting assignor review
Approved: Reports that have been approved by your assignor
Archived: Completed reports stored for future reference
Submitting a Report
Click any game to open the reporting screen where you'll:
Confirm whether the game was completed or canceled
Enter team scores (if applicable)
Add comments about game conduct or notable incidents
Confirm attendance of your crew members
Report any cautions or send-offs (cards)
Once complete, click or tap Submit. Your report will move from "Due" to "Needs Approval."
Best Practices
Submit reports promptly – ideally within 24 hours of game completion
Be specific and objective in your comments
Include all required information, especially for games with incidents
Double-check crew attendance before submitting
My Wallet
Your Wallet is your digital payment hub where you can track earnings and manage payouts for your officiating work.
Balance and Transactions
If your assignor uses Notch Pay, your balance will update automatically as you earn and withdraw funds
If not, offline payments are tracked under "Offline Transactions"
Payment Methods
Manage payment methods easily from your Wallet:
Add new banks accounts or debit cards
Set a default payout method for faster processing
Remove expired cards or accounts
Update payment information as needed
Transaction History
View all past and recent transactions, including:
Earnings: Payments for games (with details like game number, age level, and gender)
Payouts: Transfers to your bank or card (with status updates)
Tap "View All" or any transaction card to see full details, including:
Transaction dates
Processing status
Related games and assignments
Any applicable fees
Payment Options
From your Wallet, you can:
Request instant or standard one-time payouts
Set up automatic payouts (weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly)
Track pending payments from assignors
Related Resources
Need more information about payments? Check out these helpful articles: