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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 [email protected]Hosted by Wayne Chalmers a... more
FAQs about For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere!:How many episodes does For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere! have?The podcast currently has 117 episodes available.
November 11, 2025What is foul and abusive language?On this week's episode, we look into what is foul and abusive language. How can we manage those situations and are there tools we can use to prevent this occurring?We also look into how we can enhance our match control. When does it start and how can we maintain in during the game.We also look into the incidents from the weekend with a focus on whether the Liverpool 'goal' should have stood! What are your thoughts?...more52minPlay
November 04, 2025All about the grassroots refereeing. How do we improve and how do we overcome adversity?We have gone back to our roots this week, quite literally!We discussed three important questions. 1. If you were able to restart your refereeing career now, what would you do differently?2. What tips can you give when dealing with difficult captains and managers?3. How do you deal with adversity in the moment and how do you reflect later?Share your thoughts on our social media channels! We also look at the weekend's action and think about the mechanics of the decisions. ...more47minPlay
October 28, 2025Gav Mack joins us as a co-host!With Luke otherwise engaged, we turn to Gav Mack as we talk all things football refereeing this week. We discuss the need for good communication, effective talk and also discuss why Gav is taking a break from football.How can we improve behaviour in football or has it now gone too far? Is there a way where the 'football family' can come together to solve the issues within it? As ever, let us know in the comments what you think!...more1h 5minPlay
October 21, 2025Claire Paye - Following in her daughter's footsteps...Children often follow in their parent's footsteps but this time it is the other way around. So why did Claire Paye take up the whistle? In this episode, Claire talks about the progression she has made from being terrified in an under 9s match to stepping up to level 5. She talks about how she is perceived as a female referee. A refreshing and insightful chat as ever!...more1h 19minPlay
October 14, 2025Mike from The Referee Circle returns!We were so happy to have Mike from the Referee Circle back with us this week. Mike has recently returned from an injury and he talks about his rehab and how he is rebuilding his fitness. Lots of good chat in this episode about consistency and how it is so difficult to achieve....more1h 23minPlay
October 07, 2025Slim returns - what does game management look like and how do we get the enjoyment factor back into refereeing?FA CORE co-regional leader James 'Slim' Campbell joins us this week. He talks us through the changes to FA CORE and the extension of certain areas of the group. He also discusses the management of the game itself and how we can get the enjoyment factor back.As ever, it was an enjoyable chat and gave us lots of food for thought. Let us know what you think by sharing your thoughts on our socials....more1h 21minPlay
September 30, 2025Lucas Brace - the step into adult footballLike many young referees, Lucas Brace was a player and earning a bit of cash as a hobby. Upon reaching 16, he hung up the playing boots taking the brave step into adult refereeing.Lucas talks about the challenges and the realistic goals he has set himself. A lovely episode to hear from a young referee talk so well. Luke and Wayne also discuss the quality of ginger referees in the County and all the latest talking points!...more1h 12minPlay
September 23, 2025Andy Woolmer - Turning full circleAndy Woolmer officiated 500 Football League games so what now motivates him to want to give back to the local game? What does he have to do to maintain the levels of professionalism he has become accustomed to? Find out in this episode - it's a great welcome back!...more1h 25minPlay
September 16, 2025Season 4 returns!The boys are back in town! You might have doubted us but the best refereeing podcast on this planet is back with more fun, games and debate throughout the season! Follow us on all the social media channels and we look forward to interacting with you over the course of the season! Let's GOOOOOOOO!!!!!...more48minPlay
July 17, 2025The Ref Stop - Bonus episode!Join us for a Summer bonus episode as we are joined by the co-founder of THE REF STOP! Dale Wilson is not only an active official but he has created a brand that is making massive strides in the world of refereeing. Find out all their plans in this episode and how the Ref Stop came to be! ...more1h 15minPlay
FAQs about For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere!:How many episodes does For Ref's Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere! have?The podcast currently has 117 episodes available.