For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere!

Wayne Chalmers
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For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere!

The UK's number one refereeing podcast! Join us for referee chats with referees, football people and more! Get involved by emailing us at northamptonshirereferees@gmail.com Hosted by Wayne Chalmers and Luke Scott, we have refereeing debate, fun features and more! Released every Tuesday, join us every week for a listen!

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Stuart Lathan - the move from managing to Level 3 referee

    Join us once again for our 93rd episode of the podcast where we are joined by Stuart Lathan. Stuart has not only had success in refereeing but was also a successful manager and coach in local football before he made the jump into officiating. Controversial at times, Stuart gives us his honest opinions on refereeing and why he feels that Sunday football is a struggle.

    1h 26m

  2. JAN 28

    Seth Galia - FIFA's newest referee!

    We were privileged to be joined by SETH GALIA, the newest FIFA referee on our live episode this week. We spoke about his journey to the top and the challenges he faced along the way. We were also joined by our regular panel guest MIKE from the Referee Circle and by ELIOT from Whistlestopfooty. We discussed all the latest controversial topics including the red card from the Arsenal v Wolves game.

    1h 18m

  3. JAN 21

    Imy Gates - the female 'Vinnie Jones.'

    An unexpected email changed Imy Gates' life forever. She was a footballer playing at a good level when the opportunity to become a match official came about. Two years later and Imy has her sights on the top levels of the female game. A self-confessed 'physical centre-half' she talks with enthusiasm about her future goals and how playing has helped support her refereeing.

    1h 14m

  4. JAN 14

    Brooklyn - Northern Ireland's newest prospect

    This week we had young referee Brooklyn on our podcast who at the age of 17 is already loving his refereeing experience. Based in Northern Ireland, he talks to us about short time in the National Referee Academy, his time at the Iber Cup and his hopes for the future. We also discuss the key talking points of the week. Should Bergvall have been sent off? Were Arsenal lucky to get a penalty? What did the referee see to give that corner to Aston Villa? Is there such thing as a 4G pitch and who should inspect artificial surfaces? Join us this week to find out!

    1h 17m

  5. JAN 7

    Whistlestopfooty - From the UK to the USA

    Another friend from the world of social media joins us this week! Whistlestopfooty talks to us about his journey into refereeing and his work in America. We discuss all the latest incidents from the weekend's games and talk about pitch inspections following a cold and wet January weekend! Make sure to come and join us!

    1h 25m

  6. 12/31/2024

    Our live episode with Stuart Burt!

    We had a lot of fun recording our live episode with some great guests. We had Mike from The Referee Circle and Martyn Gospel who is a great guy! We also chatted to Burtie who is a huge supporter of our podcast. Have a listen back.

    1h 23m

  7. 12/23/2024

    Steve Ross - Stopping at the top of the game!

    Steve Ross, an ex-Lincolnshire FA referee was flying through the system. He reached the National League of referees and was going places. The next place he went was Cyprus and that was the end of his refereeing career at the top level. Does he regret it? What were the career highs and lows? Find out in this week's episode.

    1h 22m

  8. 12/17/2024

    Secky Jnr - Taking the game seriously!

    From a lad taking his first steps in refereeing to a lad taking it seriously and flying through the levels. What changed the mindset of Ralph Seckington? What are his ambitions and what is he going to do about it? Listen to the chat we had this week on the podcast. Make sure you listen in to this week's quiz! It is A CLASSIC!

    1h 14m
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The UK's number one refereeing podcast! Join us for referee chats with referees, football people and more! Get involved by emailing us at northamptonshirereferees@gmail.com Hosted by Wayne Chalmers and Luke Scott, we have refereeing debate, fun features and more! Released every Tuesday, join us every week for a listen!

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