Nigel Local Football Association seeks young referees to strengthen the sport
The Nigel Local Football Association is calling on football-loving youngsters to become referees, offering training in the Laws of the Game and fitness to help develop the next generation of match officials.
The Nigel Local Football Association is inviting young football enthusiasts to take up the whistle and become the next generation of match officials as part of its referee development programme.
The association is encouraging young people who are passionate about football to consider refereeing, describing it as an opportunity to play a vital role in the sport’s growth while developing valuable leadership and decision-making skills.
Successful applicants will receive training on the Laws of the Game, as well as fitness training to prepare them for the physical demands of officiating football matches.
According to the NLFA, the initiative aims to strengthen the standard of refereeing in local football while creating opportunities for young people to remain actively involved in the sport.
The association believes that developing skilled referees is essential to building the future of football in Nigel and surrounding communities.
Interested individuals can contact Oupa Masiteng on 077 362 60053 or Themba Maseko on 076 595 26423 for more information about the programme and the registration process.
