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To be fair, it just looks like incredible timing that Bamford is perfectly blocking the AR’s view. With James, it looks like a broken rib. He went down the tunnel straight away with the medical staff after staying on the floor after the FT whistle. However, I was surprised more time wasn’t...

What about refereeing women’s games? Is it 10?

Yeah, I text my RDO the other night, so expect to talk about it with him at some point in the week

And that’s where I would have to prioritise officiating. I assume these wouldn’t be every week?

Oh yeah, 100% if it got to a serious level then I would stop playing. But for now, I’m probably enjoying playing more than some games I referee. I think it’s because its a similar level, I get more enjoyment playing. If I ever got to a level where it starts getting semi-pro, I would prioritise...

I understand why it’s given, but I think it’s harsh. I think it’s a big enough touch on the ball for it to be a fair tackle

I have thought that. Although I’m a 5’7 striker who gets flattened every game 😂 Would just have to make sure I’m not covered in mud before refereeing. It could work though

One of my other concerns with the women's pathway is the games are on Sundays here. Is that common across the country? I've started playing again on Sundays and have really enjoyed it. I wouldn't want to give it up again yet.

Thanks everyone, really interesting to hear. Especially how only 1 out of 3 L4s got promoted

How come 4 over the women’s pathway in terms of reaching a higher level?

I achieved my L5 this season, but haven't particularly enjoyed the year. The games have pretty much been the same as I was getting as L7 because there are so many 5s here. I've never thought about it before, but would it be worth looking at the women's pathway to get to a higher level, which has...

I can’t see anything against it in law, although I just had a brief look. It mentions ‘allowance is made by the referee in each half for all playing time lost in that half through: any other cause, including any other cause, including any significant delay to a restart’. Assume this would fall...

Probably the first (and last) ever time he didn’t put his kit on before as well!

Enjoy your fine 🥱

Also, think the Pearson one was probably a red. Exactly the sort of decisions that VAR helps with. Didn’t look as high in real time