by Number 1 » Sun Mar 01, 2009 6:55 pm
There'll be plenty of whistling anyway...
Air Traffic Controller, married with three children he started refereeing in 1983, reaching the National List of assistant referees in 1998, was a SG assistant for a further four years until his promotion to the National List of Referees in 2003. Major appointments as an assistant referee were FA Trophy and FL Play Off Final in 2001, and Worthington Cup Final and Community Shield in 2002.4th Official at the League One Play Off Final in 2007.
How did you get introduced into refereeing?
A course was held at Grammar School as part of General Studies.
What has been the highlight of your career so far?
Assistant Referee on the Worthington Cup Final. Referee Ipswich v Norwich City. 4th Official League 1 Play Off Final Yeovil town v Blackpool
What is the best game you have officiated and why?
Bristol City v WBA this season. Superb football with superb attitude by players.
What are your aims as a National List Referee?
To referee on the Premier League.
What skills do you think you need to become a referee?
Courage, fitness and communication skills.
Who has been the biggest influence in your career and why?
My wife for her support, encouragement and understanding. Ron Groves as a coach.
In your opinion who is/was the best referee?
Collina.