As the 2025/26 EFL season begins, members of Bootle Referees Society continue to feature across a number of early-season fixtures. Below is a summary of appointments involving our members between 1 and 7 August 2025. Sky Bet League One Saturday, 2...
Bootle Referees’ Association are deeply saddened to announce the passing of our great friend and founding member, Ian Shepherd. Ian was a long-standing and much-loved member of our Association, known for his passion for refereeing, his loyal...
Bootle Referees Society is proud to highlight the continued achievements of our members on the international stage. Jarred Gillett has been selected as part of the officiating team for the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 tournament, currently taking place...
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Jarred Gillett has been appointed as the VAR for the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Final. The match, which will determine the final team to be promoted from the EFL Championship to the Premier League,...
Charlie Greenway's passion for refereeing started at a young age. At just 9 years old, he asked for a referee kit and equipment, setting the stage for his future in officiating. Charlie completed his refereeing course with LCFA in July, just in...
Gareth Clarke, a dedicated Bootle RA member, has had an extraordinary season filled with new experiences and memorable moments. Here, Gareth shares his journey and achievements from the past year, highlighting the opportunities and successes that...
As the 2023/24 season draws to a close, we take immense pride in celebrating the numerous successes both on and off the field achieved by our members. Prestigious Appointments Our members have been appointed to a variety of prestigious roles, from...
We are informing our members about the upcoming changes in grassroots football, which will see the phased removal of deliberate heading in matches for youth levels U7-U11 over the next three seasons. This follows the successful implementation of...
As we enter the final Matchweek of the Premier League season, our Bootle RA members are poised to bring their expertise and professionalism to some of the season's most crucial matches. Here’s where they will be officiating: Match Official Role...
We are delighted to announce that Jarred Gillett has been appointed as the referee for the Championship Play-Off Semi-Final Second Leg. This prestigious appointment is a testament to Jarred's exceptional skills, dedication, and professionalism as a...
As we approach Premier League Matchweek 37, our Bootle RA members are once again ready to demonstrate their expertise and professionalism on the field. Here’s where they will be officiating: Premier League Appointments Match Official Role Official...
We are thrilled to announce that Peter Bankes has been appointed as the Support VAR for the 2024 Emirates FA Cup Final. This prestigious match will see Manchester City take on Manchester United at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, 25 May. Match...
For the first time in Premier League history, a referee will wear a head-mounted 'RefCam' camera during a match. Our very own Bootle RA member, Jarred Gillett, is set to use this innovative technology while officiating the clash between Manchester...
As we move into Premier League Matchweek 36, our Bootle RA members are once again set to bring their expertise and professionalism to the field. Here’s where they will be officiating: Premier League Appointments Match Official Role Official Name...
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Ben Speedie has been appointed as the Fourth Official for the Sky Bet League One Play-Off Semi-Finals First Leg. This prestigious appointment is a testament to Ben's dedication, hard work, and...
We are delighted to announce that Luis Griffiths, our Bootle RA Secretary and Level 2B Referee, has been appointed as the Fourth Official for the Vanarama National League North Final. This prestigious match will take place on Saturday, 4th May...
As we enter Premier League Matchweek 35, our Bootle RA members continue to showcase their expertise and professionalism across some exciting fixtures. Here’s where they will be officiating: Premier League Appointments Match Official Role Official...
As we move into Premier League Matchweek 34 and the EFL fixtures from 26th to 30th April, our Bootle RA members are set to demonstrate their officiating expertise across various matches. Here’s where they will be officiating: Premier League...