Training film being produced

Posted on February 19, 2017February 19, 2017 by Ste Brown

For the first time, we are producing our own training film to use for the development of our referees, allowing us to focus on the specific areas that are relevant to the majority of our members.
The team were out filming this morning. Huge thank yous go to: Stuart Kay and Anthony Taylor for organising; Tom Cassidy for being the referee; Dave Cross (http://weddingdaymedia.co.uk/) for filming; Colin Dowdy and all the staff, parents and players from Sale Utd for their time and enthusiastic participation; Stephen Brown and Dennis Phillips for their assistance.

ADFA Cup Semi-Final Appointments

Posted on February 14, 2017February 14, 2017 by Ste Brown

Congratulations to all officials on the following appointments to the 2016/17 Altrincham & District FA Cup Semi-Finals:

ADFA Senior Cup
Referee: Tom Cassidy
Assistant Referees: Freddie Gent and Tom O’Brien

Referee: Brian Coyne
Assistant Referees: James Watson and George Donovan

ADFA Sunday Senior Cup
Referee: Oliver Chow
Assistant Referees: Jack Reddington and James Memory

Referee: Mike Ransome
Assistant Referees: Matthew O’Shea and Nigel Peacock

Christmas Raffle Winners

Posted on December 15, 2016December 15, 2016 by Ste Brown

Thank you to everyone who generously donated prizes and bought tickets in this important fundraising event for our society. The prizes were drawn during our Christmas Quiz and the full list of winners can be found here:
2016 Christmas Raffle Winners

RA Membership 2016/17

Posted on October 30, 2016October 30, 2016 by Ste Brown

A number of members have received an email from the RA asking them to renew their membership. We can reassure members that anyone who has renewed their membership through the Society does have active membership of the RA.

Anyone who has not yet renewed their membership should contact Steve Skilton immediately.

Tom Cassidy – Young Referee of the Year

Posted on October 28, 2016October 28, 2016 by Ste Brown

Tom Cassidy has been presented with the award of Young Referee of the Year for the 2015/16 season. Tom has excelled on the field, gaining promotion to Level 6 and achieving success as a member of the Cheshire FA Referee Academy. When time allows, Tom volunteers as a mentor to share his support and experience with trainee referees in the District.

Tom was presented with the trophy by former winner and now FIFA Referee, Anthony Taylor. The presentation photo and a list of previous winners can be found here.

ADFA Cup Final Appointments

Posted on March 31, 2016March 31, 2016 by Ste Brown

Congratulations to all officials on the following appointments to the 2015/16 Altrincham & District FA Cup Finals:

ADFA Senior Cup Final
Referee: Alex Phillips
Assistant Referees: Felipe Morais and Mark Watkins
Fourth Official: Tom Cassidy
To be played on Monday 11th April 2016, Kick-off 7.30pm at Altrincham FC Moss Lane

ADFA Sunday Senior Cup Final
Referee: Steve Wright
Assistant Referees: Oliver Chow and Brian Coyne
Fourth Official: Chris Clarke
To be played on Tuesday 19th April 2016, Kick-off 7.30pm at Altrincham FC Moss Lane

Please get down to Moss Lane to support your colleagues if you can.

Road Closures – Sunday 10th April

Posted on March 30, 2016March 30, 2016 by Ste Brown

Please be aware that the Greater Manchester Marathon will result in travel disruption in parts of the district on Sunday 10th April. Plan your journeys accordingly. Details and a map are in the link below.

Road Closure Info link

Anthony Taylor appointed to Euro 2016

Posted on March 1, 2016March 1, 2016 by Ste Brown

UEFA have today announced the full teams of match officials for UEFA EURO 2016, and we’re delighted to confirm that Anthony Taylor has been selected as an Additional Assistant within Mark Clattenburg’s team.

Anthony and Mark are 2 of 12 English officials who have been named on the initial list for this summer’s tournament, and our congratulations go to all of them. The full list can be found here on the UEFA website.

Altrincham Change Appointments System

Posted on December 3, 2015December 3, 2015 by Ste Brown

In an effort to improve how they appoint and develop our referees, Altrincham DFA have been working towards a central appointing system for our leagues and referees. From MONDAY 7th DECEMBER 2015, Altrincham DFA will be taking over responsibility for the refereeing appointments for all matches played in the Timperley League (which have been previously appointed by Simon Franks).

This appointments process will be overseen by our district referee secretary, Chris Broadhurst (07772376679).

It is therefore extremely important that all registered referees keep Chris updated with their availability/non-availability on the following email address: adfareferees@gmail.com

If you are not available, for whatever reason, it is vitally important that you “close” any dates via the above email address as soon as possible.

Rohan Anand: Young Referee of the Year

Posted on November 20, 2015November 20, 2015 by Ste Brown

Congratulations to Rohan Anand who has been presented with the ADRS Young Referee of the Year award for the 2014/15 season. Rohan was presented with the trophy on Wednesday evening by Kevin Friend, Premier League Referee.

Rohan started refereeing at the age of 14 motivated by the potential to earn some money, but saw the potential to progress after transferring into the Altrincham District 2 years later. Attending Development Group meetings and using the wider support network to improve, Rohan progressed to Level 6 and is currently on track to achieve promotion to Level 5. He believes you get out of refereeing what you put in, and has given time back to help mentor new referees in the District.

Rohan follows in the footsteps of some notable names – the list of previous winners, and Rohan’s presentation picture, can be viewed here.