Referee Insights & Analysis
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Real insights on refereeing, decision-making, game management, and what it takes to perform at the highest level — written by an active Test match referee.
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What Travel Looks Like as an International Rugby Referee
Travel is a huge part of refereeing at the top level — but it's not just flights and hotels. This is what a typical week looks like and how I prepare to perform wherever the game takes me.
The First Lions Test 2025 — Suncorp, Brisbane
From the outside the game probably looked controlled and straightforward. But Test matches are decided in the moments you don't always see — the key decisions, the communication, the ability to stay calm under pressure.
Inside the Six Nations: Feeling the Game Before Kick Off
Italy v Scotland was a game built on speed and pressure. Quick breakdowns, shifting momentum, and key decisions happening in tight windows. Staying connected early was critical.
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