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2020-21 IRFU referee panels announced

11/09/2020 Ref 2

52 referees confirmed on 2020-21 Ireland National Panels […]

Lacey to retire at end of the season

10/11/2018 Ref 2

One of Ireland’s most capped international referees is to switch to a full time referee development role […]

Seven Irish referees awarded with professional contracts

23/10/2017 Ref Comments Off

The IRFU have made the move to reward seven referees with professional contracts. The referees will receive dedicated coaching, analysis and support for their strength & conditioning and nutritional needs. Five of the seven already […]

Paul O’Connell backs Munster referee recruitment drive

08/01/2016 Ref Comments Off

IRFU legend Paul O’Connell, pictured here with international referee John Lacey, is joining up with Ireland’s Munster branch to promote refereeing in the region. With both Munster and Ireland Rugby needing more referees, O’Connell is encouraging those interested […]

Helen O’Reilly becomes first female referee on IRFU National Panel

09/12/2014 Ref Comments Off

Helen O’Reilly has been appointed to the IRFU National Referee Panel Her appointment comes on the back of her impressive performance in the Women’s Rugby World Cup an her ongoing development through Ireland’s interprovincial appointment […]