"Coming from a normal working family and upbringing in Barnsley, I never imagined as a young referee travelling around local grounds that football would one day take me around the world and eventually to the middle of an FA Cup Final at Wembley."
Barnsley's Darren England reflecting on his journey to refereeing the Emirates FA Cup Final. π
Every referee starts somewhere.
Take your first step into refereeing ahead of the 2026/27 season on our next FA Referee Course in Barnsley β¬οΈ
https://t.co/aNTJ78BNrp
Congratulations to Sheffield & Hallamshire referee Darren England on his appointment to the Emirates FA Cup Final.
A hugely deserved honour and an inspiration to match officials across the game.
Wishing you every success at Wembley!
Our 2025/26 County Cup Final match officials have been confirmedπ
Announced at a special celebration evening earlier this week, over 40 officials received their well-earned appointments.
Best of luck to you all in your finals!
See the full list of appointments ‡οΈ
https://t.co/2tnzgNah9s
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π£ We're hiring!
We're looking for a Match Official Development Administrator to join our team and play a key role in the recruitment, retention, conversion and progression of match officials.
Applications close at 5pm on Friday 10th April 2026. π
Apply now β¬οΈ
https://t.co/jvVleYzcSr
Today we celebrate the incredible women who power football across Sheffield & Hallamshire.π
From players and coaches to referees and volunteers, thank you for the incredible role you play in helping our game thrive.
#IWD2026
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Congratulations to the following match officials on your well-earned promotions π
Level 6 to Level 5:
πΉIbrahim Bostan
πΉMatthew Cutts
Level 7 to Level 6:
πΉCallum Fisher
πΉConnor Giebel
πΉGeorge Grocock
πΉLee Edmondson
Looking to start or grow female participation at your club? πββοΈβ½
Our Equal Game Ambassadors can work with your club to provide you with the tools you need to create the perfect environment for women and girls.
π https://t.co/DjPOy4Jd8A
Nominations now open! β
The Referee Recognition Awards 2026 are back, with nominations now open!
Nominate your best refs for an award and show how much you value their contribution to the game π
https://t.co/w5LJHN0e4E
Nominations now open! β
The Referee Recognition Awards 2026 are back, with nominations now open!
Nominate your best refs for an award and show how much you value their contribution to the game π
https://t.co/w5LJHN0e4E
It's decision time! Who are you nominating for a Referee Recognition Award?
We want to hear about the stellar refs who have made a huge difference this season. Nominate today π
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Congratulations to all the referees who have been promoted this mid-season! π
An amazing effort by all of you - we love having you as part of our community. π«Ά
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π¨ New Referee Course added! π¨
Our latest FA Referee Course takes place in March at Sheffield Hallam University Sports Park.
Find out more ‡οΈ
https://t.co/dhJpLvlBfa
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Show them how much you value their contribution and make their day.
Nominate a game-changer now. β¬οΈ
https://t.co/ZpaTKbjRTq
πβ¬οΈ Mid-season Promotions
Congratulations to the following match officials on their promotion from Level 4 to Level 3:
πΉDylan Hague
πΉJoshua Thompson
πΉMatthew Rose
πΉThomas Halloway
An incredible achievement β well done to you all! π