Today, we have the pleasure of hearing from Micheal Barwegen, a soccer referee who represented Canada on the world stage at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. Starting his career at just 12 years old in Coaldale, Micheal has since risen to the top of international refereeing, officiating major events like the CONCACAF Gold Cup, FIFA U-17 World Cup, and more. In this interview, we’ll explore his Olympic journey, the pressures of high-stakes officiating, and his role in inspiring the next generation of referees.

Please join us in listening to the powerful perspective of Lethbridge’s own professional soccer referee, Micheal Barwegen! 

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