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FA Cup Final Celebration Event 2026
We are thrilled to reveal our full line-up for the Assistant Refereeing Masterclass on the 13th of June!
 
Join us for a full day of Assistant Referee training and development, in collaboration with the PGMO, delivered by some of the top match officials in the country:

Premier League
Blake Antrobus
Neil Davies
Nick Greenhalgh
Steve Meredith
Eddie Smart
Craig Taylor

EFL
Jacob Graham
Ian Smedley
Matt Sowerby

Women's Super League
Georgia Ball
Phoebe Horner


Whether you're new to Assistant Refereeing, or looking to take your skills to the next level; this session is perfect, with a combination of outdoor practical training, classroom based theory sessions, as well as a key note speaker.
 
The event will take place:
 
13th of June 2026
10:00am - 4:00pm
Burleigh Court Conference Centre, Loughborough, LE11 3GR
 
You will be provided with a buffet lunch and refreshments will be available throughout the day.
 
This unique opportunity is only open to members of the Referees' Association.
 
To attend this event, you are required to pay a £15 registration fee.

This event is heavily subsidised by the Referees' Association and really represents excellent value for money.

All attendees will be entered into a draw with a chance to win the following:
- REFSIX watch
- 1 x £40 A & H International voucher
- 2 x £10 A & H International vouchers

PLEASE NOTE: REGISTRATIONS WILL CLOSE ON THE 31ST OF MAY.

Click HERE to log-in to the Members Area and register for the event.

If you have any questions, or require further information regarding this event, please contact events@the-ra.org

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