The League has been chosen with 40 others to pioneer the new FA Charter Standard Programme from next season. It is expected to include the "Respect" initiative.
War of the Roses
York hosted lancaster referees on Sunday 22 July at Acomb CC. The 30 over match saw York win with Jan Suchecki being York's man of the match.
This annual event is a good social occasion and maintains relationships with our colleagues from over the hill. We look forward to travelling to Lancaster next year.
Premier League's Youngest Referee
Stuart Attwell from Nuneaton, aged 25, has just been appointed to the Premier League Select list of referees. This is after just one season on the FL referees list.
I do hope he succeeds but experience counts for a lot. In my opinion he needs more games at senior level.
York RA 100 years
Just a short report on the Centenary dinner which was held at the Ebor Suite, York Racecourse on Friday, 7 March 2008.
The Sheriff of York, Keith Hyman, and the Sheriff's Lady attended the function to celebrate 100 years of York RA.
Other guests included Barry Bright, Vice Chairman, The FA, Alan Poulain, Chairman RA of England, Arthur Smith, General Secretary of the RA, and David Allison, Manager PGMOL.
A great evening was had by all making acquaintances with referees and colleagues. It is hoped that some of those attending will also attend the National RA Centenary Conference in Solihull on the 5 July 2008.
York RA has survived its first 100 years and now to the next 100. What will 2108 have in store?
Promotions
My sources for the promotions made recently state:
Level 7 to 6 - Jan Suchecki and Mark Benton (subject to assessment)
Level 6 to 5 - Graham Boothman and Paul Howes
Being considered for Level 4 - Peter Cook, Alan Godson, Neil Howlett and Matthew Cottingham.
Congratulations to all the above and those of you have have been appointed to local Cup Fnals.
Secretary
The Association is in need of a new Secretary and Treasurer.
No one was voted in at the AGM so we still need volunteers.
We welcome new Committee member David Milburn who was voted in at the AGM.
Also at the AGM Graham Bradbury was voted in as a new Life Member.
Map of local clubs on "leagues" page....find your way.
If you are interested in becoming a referee and live in the York area, then drop me an email using the "mail form" facility on this site. Courses are held throughout the year.
If you would like to subscribe to the email newsletter, just send an email and you will be added to the distribution. The latest edition is now on the site (newsletter page).
"Referees' Utilities" page for practical help and advice, including a link to FIFA's interactive "Offside" presentations and misconduct forms; plus some useful local links.
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** Next meeting is on 11 September 2008 (first of new season) at York City FC **
