Reflecting on the event, Fletcher said: "It was really good to see colleagues from CONCACAF. It was also great to meet some new ones, as this was the first time CONCACAF has put on an Elite AR Course with both men and women in attendance. It only makes sense, as the message is the same."

The course's busy schedule included the Change of Direction Ability Test (CODA) and the Assistant Referee Intermittent Endurance Test (ARIET) out on the field. Presentations and video tests were then held in the classroom, and officials also took part in some break-out group work. "The CODA Test is a speed test designed specifically for ARs," Fletcher added. "We go 10 meters fowards, cut, eight metres sideways, cut, eight metres sideways, cut, 10 metres forwards. Then the ARIET is a type of a beep test where we go both forwards and sideways, attempting to last as long as possible."
The workshop came towards the end of what has been a busy year for the experienced Fletcher, who has been involved in numerous competitions, both in North America and internationally. And those achievements have been added to his ever-growing list of honors, which also features involvement in the 2014 FIFA World Cup. "This year, I have had duty in the Champions League, World Cup Qualifying, MLS Regular Season, MLS Cup Play-offs and, of course, the pinnacle for the season � the Copa America Centenario. As for what's next - well, the MLS Cup Play-offs are still going, but once the last few assignments are completed, it's a bit of recovery time before getting ready for pre-season next January!" (Source: PRO)