JEFF PROBYN
A FRONT ROW VIEW OF THE GAME

As the game struggles to recover from the pandemic and we are slowly getting back to the normality of our weekends, the threat of a collapse in a vital area is becoming more of a reality.
Refereeing a match is becoming a far less rewarding occupation than it used to be and I am not talking money here. There was a time when a rugby referee could be assured of a respectful welcome at any club with players and club officials knowing their importance, with the reality that without those who are prepared to put their reputations and integrity on th...