2024 MLS NEXT Pro Cup crew confirmed
The crew for the 2024 MLS NEXT Pro Cup on Saturday, November 9, has been announced. The showpiece game between North Texas and Philadelphia Union II will kick off at 8:30PM ET at Toyota Stadium.
North Texas vs Philadelphia Union II
REF: Joshua Encarnacion
AR1: Art Arustamyan
AR2: Jeremy Smith
4TH: Jeremy Scheer
RAR: Max Smith
Meet the crew:
Joshua Encarnacion
The 2024 MLS NEXT Pro Referee of the Year takes charge of his first showpiece final, having previously been fourth official for the 2021 USL League One Final. Has also worked across NWSL and USL Championship and been fourth official 15 times in MLS this year.
Art Arustamyan
This will be his second final, having been AR2 for the 2021 USL League One Final with Encarnacion. Has predominantly officiated in NWSL and USL Championship in 2024.
Jeremy Smith
A regular in NWSL and USL Championship, Smith was the reserve assistant referee at this season’s NWSL Challenge Cup between NJ/NY Gotham and San Diego Wave.
Jeremy Scheer
The majority of his games have been in USL Championship in 2024. Has also seen action in NWSL and MLS NEXT Pro, with a further 10 regular-season games as fourth official in MLS this year. Was the fourth official for the 2023 USL League One Final.
Max Smith
Has been an assistant referee in NWSL, USL Championship, and MLS NEXT Pro in 2024 and most recently was AR2 for the Eastern Conference semifinal between Philadelphia Union II and Crown Legacy.
PRO wishes all the officials a successful and enjoyable final. This important assignment recognizes their excellent work throughout the season.