Abuse of power: football’s culturally accepted contempt for its own referees https://www.theguardian.com/football/2017/dec/09/football-referees-verbal-abuse Pathetic. Cheat. Joke. These are some of the more “PG” things I’ve been called over the past month while refereeing football. I give up my Saturday afternoons and Sunday mornings along with hordes of other qualified … [Read more...]
Last Man Standing
We are again rolling out our last man standing competition this year. The competition will start on the weekend of the 24th of February. It's open to everybody not just referees so get your friends and family involved. €10 per person and Keith Callanan is the point of contact again. 0871793394 Thanks for your continued support. … [Read more...]
Ban The ‘R’ Word
Following correspondence from various Leagues and after meeting with them earlier in the Season, ALL Referees are reminded that ANY Player or Official using the words "Spastic" and/or "Retard" towards another (Teammate, Opponent, Spectator, Official or Referee) is to be dismissed immediately in accordance with Law 12... Part 2.... A player who uses offensive, insulting or … [Read more...]