Referees perform a vital role in the game, and the demand for match officials is increasing. At all levels of the game, a football match runs smoothly with a qualified referee in charge.
There are various different levels of referees, from refereeing local parks football to the FA Cup Final. Definitions of a referees level can be found under 'Qualified Referees'.
Anyone can be a referee, providing you are over the age of 14. If you have a passion for the game, and playing is not for you - Refereeing could be the way forward!!
Northumberland FA advises all referees become members of their local Referees Association. For further details please contact Michael Oliver:
(0191) 2700700
07852 440586
E-mail: Michael.Oliver@northumberlandfa.com