The Jesus Zornoza Memorial

Scholarship Fund

Jesus Zornoza dedicated countless years to the Connecticut soccer community as a respected referee, administrator, mentor, and friend. Known for his fairness, encouragement, and passion for giving back to the game, he left a lasting mark on officials, coaches, and players across our state.

Created in collaboration with the Zornoza family, the Connecticut State Referee Program established this memorial fund to carry forward Jesus’s spirit of mentorship and service. The fund provides annual financial grants and educational awards to dedicated young referees who demonstrate a true commitment to officiating and improving their craft on and off the pitch.

All proceeds from this fund go directly toward supporting the next generation of Connecticut officials as they advance in their refereeing and academic journeys. Thank you for helping us keep Jesus’s memory alive on the fields he loved.