Laois SHC 2024

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I thought the referee did a good job. A litle whistle happy in the early part of the 2nd half but it was a tough, honest game and he had a part to play in that. With regard to his demeanor, it's not easy stand in the middle of a pitch and take abuse for 60 minutes without giving a bit back. Look at the top referees in any sport, that's the way you kind of have to be.

I can't agree with this at all. An arrogant approach by referees doesn't help anyone. It probably just guarantees the ref more abuse, frustrates genuine players and creates even more negativity around the individual. Communication is what is needed. Which top referees in any sport give a bit of abuse back? Name one.