Westmeath GAA, Westmeath Camogie and Westmeath LGFA joined forces last week to launch their “No Ref, No Game” campaign in support of the over 40 local referees who officiate at games across Westmeath every weekend. Westmeath Camogie Association Chairperson Karen Goldrick said it is important that referees are afforded the respect they deserve. Paula Finan, secretary of Westmeath LGFA, said that “the contribution of our referees and their officials cannot be underestimated”. “We look forward to working together as a Gaelic games family in supporting our referees and encouraging our younger referees to continue in their roles.”Westmeath GAA chairman, Frank Mescall said “our referees deserve to be supported and applauded not abused and insulted”. We ask fans, mentors, players and officials to please respect referees over the coming weeks.

Source: Irish Independent July 05, 2023 04:17 UTC