x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees everywhere!

The UK"s number one refereeing podcast! Join us for referee chats with referees, football people and more! Get involved by emailing us at northamptonshirereferees@gmail.com Hosted by Wayne Chalmers and Luke Scott, we have refereeing debate, fun features and more! Released every Tuesday, join us every week for a listen!

sports soccer

All Episodes

01:27:39

Ref Dad - From coaching to referee

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/12/10

Ref Dad joins us on this week's podcast! Following a career in coaching, which took him to America, he came back and realised that coaching was no longer for him.This has led to a career in refereeing and a 10 year plan but what does this entail? Have a listen to this week's episode and let us know what you think!

en

00:56:04

Shaun Barry - a career in football from hatchet man...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/12/03

In this week's episode, I talk to Shaun Barry about his career in football. Shaun was a grassroots player who, by his own admission, was a bit of a hatchet man kicking anything that moved. In his own words, he spent more time suspended than he did playing. How did he make the transition from player to referee? Find out in this week's episode.

en

01:24:23

Aaron Lloyd - changing mindset

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/11/26

What is in a referee mindset? What are the small changes you can make to move up to the next level or move up within a level? We talk to Aaron Lloyd about the changes he has made since being on FA CORE and since starting as a young referee. We are joined by Alex Compton on the quiz too. Can he move up the ladder?

en

01:13:00

David Coote - Pantomime villain?

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/11/19

This week we are joined by UON journalist Tom Toseland and we discuss the media portrayal of referee David Coote. Does he deserve the reaction he has received or is it a mistake that can be rectified? Does the media help in these situations or do they make the situation worse? The boys chat in depth about this.

en

01:26:54

The Refereeing Circle - supporting grassroots...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/11/12

Our international podcast is back and this week we go Stateside to Illinois as we are joined by Mike from The Refereeing Circle! We have a wonderful chat as we compare the systems in America to those in the UK. Adam O'Connor joins us on the quiz. Can he climb up the leaderboard?

en

01:14:14

Matt Hurst joins us from the Nene League!

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/11/05

This week we are joined by the Nene League's Matt Hurst. Matt is Secretary, Referee Appointment Officer and even runs his own team! We talk about refereeing standards and how these could improved. We discuss whether referees should take an annual test plus much more! Aaron Lloyd also joins us on the quiz and what a treat that is!

en

01:20:23

VAR AGAIN! Join us as we discuss the West Ham penalty...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/10/29

Chris Rowland joins us this week as we discuss the technology used in football. We talk about the developmental opportunities and the complexity of club marks. Lots more things discussed too and Gav Mack joins us for the quiz, even if the WiFi was another disaster!

en

01:08:56

A Goude episode made better - a volunteer or another...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/10/21

Ever wondered what it is like to have a full-time job and another full-time job volunteering? Regular listener Matt Goude joins us this week to discuss the hours he puts helping Blisworth FC flourish but also what his club do to support the young referees coming through the county.

en

01:04:39

The one and only Martyn Gospel!

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/10/15

It might have been an early start but we got Martyn Gospel on the podcast this week! All the way from the sunshine of Australia, he takes time out to discuss his career and his move to Australia. He tells about his highlights and things he would have done differently!

en

01:18:48

Are we doing enough to promote equality in refereeing?

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/10/08

We are joined by a For Ref's Sake debutant. Abdul Kadir first started off in the Bangladeshi League before taking up the whistle. But why does football refereeing still find recruiting from some minority groups a struggle? We also discuss empathy in refereeing and what 'safe' refereeing means. We are joined by Andy Humphries on the quiz this week. Can he climb the ladder of success?

en

01:23:10

Slim is back! What is your refereeing persona?

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/10/01

An incredible chat this week. We discuss the Bruno Fernandes red card and also talk about refereeing persona. Following on from our mental health chat last week, we chat to James 'Slim' Campbell about his mental health challenges and the impact that refereeing had on them. We also have the quiz back. Who knows when the Battle of Stamford Bridge was?

en

01:10:31

Is mental health overlooked in refereeing?

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/09/24

This week we talk to Ian Rathbone about the Man City v Arsenal game before we asked if mental health is overlooked in football refereeing? We discuss visualisation and meditation amongst other things. We get the usual excellent quotes from Mr Rathbone. Tune in and leave your feedback on our social media pages.

en

01:07:01

Secky joins us to talk refereeing and coaching.

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/09/17

In this episode we explore three key questions - will the fast-tracking of ex-professionals be a success? Do we worry too much about the positioning of referees? Is the refereeing pyramid fit for purpose?We also discuss the week's incidents in the Premier League and Kieran Clarke joins us on the quiz! How far can he climb the ladder?

en

01:27:55

Mack Chat

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/09/10

We switch to our pub-style format this week. Should club assistants be trusted with offside decisions? Why are we seeing a shortage of officials at Step 5? What makes a good referee coach? We explore these themes and more alongside guest co-host Gav Mack!

en

00:48:22

Season 3 Episode 1 - A warm welcome back!

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/09/03

We introduce our new quiz called 'The 100 Club' and chat all things refereeing from the weekend. We find out what the boys have been up to over the Summer break and look forward to the season ahead!

en

01:01:59

Ruebyn Ricardo - the season finale

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/05/28

Another incredible episode as we bring the season to an end! Ruebyn talks to us about his rise through the ranks and how those close to him have inspired him to get to where he is today. A great way to finish the season!

en

01:27:18

Ruebyn Ricardo - the journey and overcoming the...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/05/21

Whatever words we put here would not do justice to the story of Rubeyn Ricardo. Have a listen to the story. The journey. We were privileged to talk to him about his early career and how he overcame some life-changing situations...

en

01:21:28

Richard and Stacey Fullicks - the pathway and return...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/05/14

Stacey Fullicks was establishing herself on the WSL when injury struck. Learn in this episode how she returned to action following much dedication and hard work. She is joined by her refereeing husband Richard who talks about his journey on the women's pathway.

en

01:01:27

Dean Martin - getting into refereeing and loving it!

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/05/07

Dean took up the option of taking on a 'Nene League' Course and loved it so much that he is refereeing mornings and afternoons in adult football. How did he get into refereeing and what gives him that 'buzz' when he picks up the whistle?

en

01:29:23

Richard Daly - Player, manager, coach, administrator,...

For Ref"s Sake! - The podcast for football referees... ·

2024/04/30

Dedicating his life to local football and supporting grassroots has led to Richard finally making the leap to becoming a qualified referee in his mid 50s. But now that journey is being extended as he has applied for promotion to level 5. What made Richard join the refereeing ranks and why does the self-confessed connoisseur of podcasts rate ours so highly? Listen to his story here.

en

127 results

Similar Podcasts

Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast

Elan Dubrofsky and Brian Kom

Daily Fantasy Sports by Ship It Nation

Ship It Nation

Fantasy Football Today

CBS Sports, Fantasy Football, FFT, NFL,...

Bring The Pain

Heat00veride

ESPN SportsCenter Update

ESPN