Cumberland Referee

Referees

Refereeing in Cumberland

EVER TRIED PLAYING A GAME OF FOOTBALL WITHOUT A REFEREE? 

IT'S DIFFICULT, RIGHT?

Referees play a crucial role in helping football take place. From local grassroots football played in a park on a Sunday morning right through to the FA Cup Final at Wembley, every football match needs a referee.

At Cumberland FA we are dedicated to producing, supporting and developing a highly motivated and immense talented network of FA qualified referees.

We work hard to provide a wide range of opportunities and support to the registered referees officiating across Cumberland, and encourage those looking to get into refereeing for the first time.

 

Become a Referee

Thinking of becoming a referee?

  • Refereeing is a great way to be involved in football
  • There are opportunities for everyone
  • Remain active in the game following injury or retirement
  • Make new and lasting friends within the game
  • Play a huge role in ensuring the players enjoy their match day experience
FA Grassroots Referees

Development & Courses

Cumberland FA Are Keen To Support All Referees To Progress Their Skills To Their Full Potential.

We offer development opportunities for officials at all stages of their journey; from those looking to become qualified referees to those climbing the promotion ladder.

If you're just getting into refereeing, Cumberland FA delivers the FA Referee Course which is the starting block for your refereeing career. In addition, CPD Workshops and Development Groups are on hand to support your development. Newly qualified referees are encouraged to become a member of your local Referee Society as well as applying to become part of our Mentor Programme and Referee Academy. Promising officials are also supported via our CORE group, as well as being offered the opportunity to progress via our Promotion Scheme.

A helping Hand

RefereeingĀ Support

Our referees are recruited, trained and examined to enable a smooth grassroots operation.  As they gain experience further opportunities are provided to aid their development and progression.  Appointments are made to adult and youth County Cup ties, together with games in certain FA competitions.