Category: General News

Any general news about refereeing, the society’s activities and noteworthy events featuring society members

Chris Bath : Thoughts from the Desert, Part 1

Chris Bath recently joined NMSRFR on returning to the UK after a spell in the Middle East. He has kindly agreed to write a series of articles reflecting on the differences between his prior refereeing experience and the new challenge he faces here in… Continue Reading “Chris Bath : Thoughts from the Desert, Part 1”

“DLT” recognised at Twickenham

Society stalwart Dave Thomas – known to many as “DLT” – has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to rugby and more than 50 years involvement in refereeing with a VIP trip to Twickenham. In his heyday, DLT was one of England’s top flight… Continue Reading ““DLT” recognised at Twickenham”

World Rugby Response on Headguards

World Rugby Response to media reports concerning headguards. A World Rugby spokesperson said: “World Rugby and its unions are committed to an evidence-based approach to injury-prevention and while welcoming the study, caution should be exercised when linking the outcomes to a possible reduction in… Continue Reading “World Rugby Response on Headguards”

NMSRFR On Tour

The first real winter’s day took me on a small trip down the M5 to the world famous Kingsholm Stadium to the home of Gloucester Rugby. This was my first outing in the Premiership Cup comp as 4th. Gloucester have really raised the bar in… Continue Reading “NMSRFR On Tour”

NMSRFR On Tour

After a few weeks off due to none rugby events this week it’s back with a double-helping of North Mids members. This week saw a trip to South Yorkshire again but this time slightly further along the M18 to Castle Park, the home of… Continue Reading “NMSRFR On Tour”