Category Archives: Announcements

RA-FA Youth Council 2013/14 – Applications Open

Posted on by

After a highly successful first year, the RA-FA Youth Council are seeking from the RA membership applications.

If you’re under 25 and passionate about improving refereeing, why not apply?

The RA-FA Youth Council are seeking people with specific job skills and the job descriptions can be found on the RA-FA Youth Council Facebook page.

It is mandatory that ALL Youth council members are RA members and Job descriptions are only downloadable from the RA-FA Youth Council Facebook Page.

If you have any questions please contact the RA-FA Youth council directly on RA-FAYouthcouncil@thefa.com

The closing date is 31st May 2013. You can download the application form below:

RA-FA Youth Council – Application Form (PDF)

RA-FA Youth Council – Application form (DOCX)

FA Cup Final Officials Appointed

Posted on by

Andre Marriner is to referee the Cup Final at Wembley on 11 May 2013.

The FA has confirmed that Andre Marriner will take charge of The 2013 FA Cup  Final between Manchester City and Wigan Athletic next month.
The fixture  will complete a hat-trick of Wembley Stadium refereeing appearances for the  42-year-old, who has previously taken charge of the 2010 Community Shield  between Manchester United and Chelsea and Cardiff City v Blackpool in the  Championship Play-Off fixture earlier that year.
Marriner was also  fourth official for the 2011 FA Cup Final, which saw Manchester City beat Stoke  City 1-0.

Speaking about the appointment, the Birmingham FA official  said: “It’s a great honour to be asked to referee the 2013 FA Cup Final,  especially as it coincides with the 150th anniversary of The Football  Association.
“To be involved in The FA Cup Final is ultimately every  schoolboy’s dream and, as an occasion, they don’t come much bigger.
“I’ll  approach The Final as I would any other fixture but obviously the whole event is  on a completely different scale as it is the biggest club game in world  football.”

Joining Marriner’s team of match officials on the day will be  Assistant Referees Stephen Child (London FA)‬ and Simon Long (Cornwall FA)‬ while Anthony Taylor (Cheshire FA)‬ is the Fourth Official. Gary Beswick (Durham  FA) will be the Reserve Assistant Referee.

Marriner, who is celebrating  his 21st anniversary as an affiliated referee this year, added: “The FA Cup is  revered around the world because of the importance and history of the  competition.”
‪
The Chairman of The FA’s Referees Committee David Elleray  commented: “We had no hesitation in appointing Andre Marriner, Stephen Child,  Simon Long, Anthony Taylor and Gary Beswick to take control of the 2013 FA Cup  Final between Manchester City and Wigan Athletic.
“All five officials  have shown excellent form for several seasons and have a great deal of  experience in important matches.
“Four of the team were involved in the  last round of FIFA 2014 World Cup Qualification matches.‬ ‪
“Andre has a  long and impressive record of officiating successfully in high profile matches  in the Premier League, FA Cup and for UEFA and FIFA.
“He reaches the  pinnacle of his domestic career with a wealth of experience which makes him an  excellent choice for this FA Cup Final in The FA’s 150th anniversary year.‬”

West Ham United v West Bromwich Albion - Premier League

[Footnote: York Referees’ Academy will remember that Gary Beswick was a speaker at one of our meetings in the past.]

 

 

 

Paypal payments now available for RA Membership

Posted on by

We can now take payments for York RA Membership (2013/14) using Paypal as well as Google Checkout – at no extra cost.

To join the RA for the coming season, and make payment online, please visit the Join the RA page. You can also sign up at any of our monthly meetings and make payment by cash or cheque.

RA 2013 Conference Booking Form available

Posted on by

The Referees’ Association 2013 Conference will be held on 5 and 6 July 2013 at the Hinckley Island Hotel.

The theme of this year’s conference is ‘Honouring the Past, Building the Future’.

The RA Conference is FREE to attend for all full RA members although there are limited places available so tickets and workshops must be booked in advance. Find out more at the April branch meeting, or download the booking form using the links below.

Whether you intend to come for the Saturday only, or will be attending the whole weekend, there will be other York RA members – and plenty of other referees (including the Premier League officials!) – to socialise with.

Workshops

There are a range of workshops to choose from, and this year’s topics are:

  • The role of the assistant referee in the 21st Century
  • The role of the referee in managing the game in the 21st Century
  • The role of the referee assessor in the 21st Century
  • Dealing with illegal use of the arm in the 21st Century
  • Judging tackles in the 21st Century
  • Fitness, lifestyle and training for the 21st Century referee
  • The role of the RA in the 21st Century

We hope there will be something for everybody to learn from!

Saturday Lunchtime Arrangements

As you will see from the booking form there are a number of options available for lunch at the hotel you are free to choose from. However, most York RA members traditionally head to a local pub for lunch on the day, so you may wish to consider joining us for this instead.

Find out more and book your place

For more information, and the full booking form, please download the Conference 2013 Booking Form and return it to RA Head Office. It would be great if you can let the branch know you’re attending in advance, so travel arrangements can be shared or people can meet up on the weekend.

Previous attendees will also be more than happy to answer any questions at the April meeting.

Referee Promotions – March 2013

Posted on by

Following a recent meeting on the North Riding County FA Referees’ Committee, we are pleased to confirm that the following York RA members have been promoted for season 2013/2014.

Well done to all involved!

Level 7 to 6

Glynn Ellwood

Level 6 to 5

Elliot Shiers
Brandon Bishop
Jonny Ham
Sam Bayley