Former Premier League Referee, Bobby Madley, presented Paulton Rovers’ Chairman with a signed football after his superb and open talk recently.
Over 100 people attended, some travelling as many miles to listen to Bobby Madley speak, whilst enjoying a free buffet. The evening was organised by Martin Cassidy, CEO of Ref Support UK as part of the #LoveTheWhistle programme that is aimed at bringing referees and clubs closer together to improve the game for us all.
Rhiannon Stevens, a fifteen-year-old referee who was threatened and verbally abused by two adult male coaches was also recognised at the event. During the incident, she sent them both off and appeared at a hearing that resulted in both men being banned from coaching. Paulton Rovers felt she needed recognising for her courage in standing up to these bullies.
Whilst last week was a wash-out for all of the Paulton Rovers teams, the First team are back in action in a Home fixture this Saturday, 7th March. Kick-off is at 3 p.m.
The Reserves are Away this Saturday to Lantokay in the Wilmott Cup, kick-off at 2 p.m.
The Youth Team are Away on Monday, 16th March at Bradford Town, kick-off at 7.30 p.m. They are also playing Welton Rovers on Thursday, 26th March, kick-off at 7.30 p.m.
Games cancelled last week and rearranged: Willand Rovers Away game is now on Tuesday, 21st April and U18s now welcome Corsham Town on Thursday, 19th March.