There are many different levels of refereeing, from those who officiate at youth level through to the very highest appointments at International Level.
The Football Association estimates that in some areas of the country, 20 per cent of games are played without a qualified match official. We have a shared goal with The FA to assist them in the recruitment of more referees to ensure that, in future, every game has a qualified official who is receiving regular training and support.
Anyone over the age of 14 can become a referee. All that is required is a passion for the game and the successful completion of a training course.
The first stage involved in becoming a referee is to make contact with us to discuss your aspirations and the second stage is to attend a Basic Referees Course.
REFEREE DEPARTMENT CONTACTS
Telephone: 01772 624000
Referees Development Manager (RDM)
Eddie Wolstenholme
eddie.wolstenholme@lancashirefa.com
Referees Development Officer (RDO)
Steve Stewart
steve.stewart@lancashirefa.com
Referees Administration Officer
Lindsay Astin
lindsay.astin@lancashirefa.com
Referee Administrator (Supply League & County FA Assessments)
William Stockdale
william.stockdale@lancashirefa.com
Referee Administrator (County FA Appointments)
Tim Crompton
07415 857715
tim.crompton@lancashirefa.com
Closed Dates should be sent to closeddates@lancashirefa.com