Rotherham Referees Association

It was great to hear Tom on the radio this week. For those who couldn’t listen in, please take the time to.

(p.s. Its a good job it was radio and not TV) 😆

🌟 Earlier this week, Rotherham Referees Association member Tom Halloway shared his inspiring refereeing journey with the BBC, discussing his experiences as an autistic referee and the opportunities the game has given him: https://tinyurl.com/mr26pjst

If you're looking for something to do on this glorious bank holiday weekend ☀️, why not head to our Members Area to access the online resources? 💻

We've just uploaded the Zoom recording of the FA Cup Final Celebration evening, with Darren England and his officiating team 🎥

Follow the link to view: https://members.the-ra.org/online-training/zoom/fa-cup-celebration-2026

Thinking about becoming a referee? Newly qualified and want to learn more?

Join us Thursday, 4th June 2026 at Maltby Grammar Business Hub (S66 8AB) from 6:00–7:30pm for an exciting open event!

✅ Learn about the FA Referee Course
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✅ Ask questions and explore your pathway into refereeing

Whether you’re interested in officiating mini-soccer, 9v9, or 11v11, this course provides everything you need — from online learning to practical, on-pitch training.

Take your first step into refereeing and come along to find out more!

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Please note: this event is for 14–16 year olds (currently in Year 10 or 11).

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Did someone say another promotion?

Congratulations to Duncan who has been promoted to the National List of AR’s.

This means that Duncan will operate on the EFL next season.

Well done Duncan.

Congratulations to Rotherham members Chris, Jake and Ryan.

Also a huge congratulations to all other Sheffield FA referees, who were promoted to Level 4 yesterday.

𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 ⏫

A brilliant way to round off the season as we celebrate more well-earned referee promotions.

Congratulations to the following match officials on their promotion to Level 4:

🔹Chris Pert
🔹Jake Rhodes
🔹Josh Khan
🔹Lewis Berry
🔹Nathan Baker
🔹Ryan Dawson
🔹Tyler Ledger

Well done to you all 👏

More congratulations are in order today. We celebrate the promotions of Jake, Chris, Ryan and Tania to Level 4 and 3W respectively.

This is a result of clear hard work and dedication over the past 9 months.

Well deserved all of you.

Congratulations to all Sheffield FA Referees who have received news of their promotion today.

𝙍𝙚𝙛𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙚 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙢𝙤𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨 📈

A huge congratulations to all the Sheffield and Hallamshire match officials who have earned end-of-season promotions following their hard work, commitment, and strong performances on the pitch.

Well done to you all 👏

Yesterday, we held our second annual golf day at Thonock Park. This year was another spectacular event, organised by Wiggy, and he even ordered better weather this year.

There were some fantastic results in the team event, with Lewis’ team winning with a total of 186 points.

In the afternoon, the trophy was at stake as Paul looked to go back to back. That wasn’t meant to be, as Harley took the crown from Paul.

🥉 Paul Cooper 39 Points
🥈 Jake Rhodes 43 Points
🥇 Harley Moffatt 44 Points

We can’t wait to go again next year.

As the dust settles on another season, we can now start to celebrate the hard work and dedication that has been put in across the season.

Congratulations to all Rotherham RA Members who have received the good news today on their promotions to the next level.

We will, of course provide more updates as we get them.