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"Being a referee is about serving the game, not yourself." An honour to present the Sheffield FA ⚽️ Match Official award to a #Grassrootsfootball legend who embodies this spirit every match day. His dedication inspires us all to give more to the beautiful game. 🏆⚽️

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee... ✨ Watched a young ref shine in their debut game 🌟 Saw a kid become MOTM in their first-ever match 🙏 Beautiful respect shown during memorial silence ☔️ Got rescued from the rain by a kind football family parent This is why we ❤️ #grassrootsfootball

When young people see referees who look like them, it breaks down barriers & inspires the next generation to step up. Much respect to Raj Randhawa & everyone involved for leading the way in creating more inclusive sports leadership. #DiversityInSports

Loved being part of the incredible Sheffield FA ⚽️ Grassroots Football Awards night, celebrating the unsung heroes in our local communities - true passion, dedication, and changing lives through their work! ❤️

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#Grassrootsfootball volunteers helped me achieve my dream of playing for Nottingham Forest 🌟 Want to be part of someone's journey? • Coach teams • Referee games • Help on matchdays • Join committees No experience needed - just passion! DM your local club or visit The FA to start!

Life as a SHCFA Referee My pre-match chat to set expectations: 1. Have fun & enjoy 2. Listen to coaches - ignore crowd unless cheering 3. Respect self, opponents & teammates 4. No one means to make mistakes - encourage each other 5. Play to whistle Join in as a ref! DM Sheffield FA ⚽️

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee... Everyone realises that #grassrootsfootball referees do it for the love of the game during horrendous weather like this! The round of applause at the end of the game as a show of appreciation was a nice touch too! Makes all the difference #givingback

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee 30 years ago today, a local lad made his Premier League debut, a moment that taught invaluable lessons about self-belief & resilience Now I get to guide tomorrow's #grassrootsfootball dreamers as living proof that even improbable dreams can come true❤️

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee... The feeling you get when a 'game cancelled' message arrives as howling winds sweep snow across a winter wonderland! #grassrootsfootball

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee... Special moment when a girls' team recognised me from our only previous match & were excited to have me referee again! Add in some fantastic feedback from parents & managers - this is why I love being part of the beautiful game #grassrootsfootball

Life of an SHCFA Referee Today, across three matches, players and fans stood together for three flawless minute silences honouring a young life lost. The Sheffield FA ⚽️ #grassrootsfootball family shows its strength when we unite in respect and remembrance. Rest in peace, Harvey 🕊️

The first #SHCFAshoutout goes to... Vance Warner 🙌 Well done Vance Warner and thank you for always creating a positive matchday experience. 👏 Do you know a SHCFA Referee like Vance who deserves a shoutout via our social media channels? ⤵️

Life of a #grassrootsfootball referee... Proud to be the recipient of the first #SHCFAshoutout & much love to Wickersley Youth Junior Football Club for my nomination. 🙌 There are so many Sheffield FA ⚽️ refs doing great work who deserves a shoutout via bit.ly/3CDpZKb

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Just got my tickets for the Leigh Wood fight! Can't wait to see the Nottingham Forest warrior back in action with Steve Corry - ringside madness guaranteed!🥊💥 Still dreaming of the day we get to see him headline @ WFCG. That would be something special! #Boxing #LeighWood #Nottingham

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ Referee... Refereed a U10 game & 1 team lost 7-0 Post game, a boy from the losing side came over smiling & said "great game, ref" Later, he saw me again: "I really thought you did well!"😂 His team lost the match. His attitude won the day❤️ #grassrootsfootball

Life as a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee Away team parents said they were glad I'd be the ref today as they ❤️ how I approach the game My belief is that officiating isn't just about knowing the rules-it's about creating a positive environment where young players can thrive! #grassrootsfootball

Life of a Sheffield FA ⚽️ referee U15 player spoke to me at his team's awards night 1️⃣ Thanked me for the way I ref 2️⃣ Apologised for when he'd reacted badly 3️⃣ Said he'd do better in future Shook my hand & wished me goodnight What we do extends beyond matchday❤️ #grassrootsfootball