CIFA offers novice course for referees

(CNS): The Cayman Islands Football Association (CIFA) in collaboration with the CIFA Referees' Department will be conducting a Beginners Referee Course from 19 — 28 June 28. Referees and officials perform a vital role in the global sport of football, ensuring safety, fairness, equality and enjoyment. With the growth in football's popularity, particularly among women and youth, the demand for officials is always increasing. “Joining the ranks of a CIFA referee can be your gateway to the FIFA international panel of referees,” a spokesperson for the association said.

The beginners Referee Course is open to all interested men and women from the age of sixteen and who maintain a reasonable fitness level.

Classroom sessions will be administered on 19-26 June with revision scheduled for 27 June. The theory examination will be conducted on Thursday 28 June. All sessions are scheduled to run between 6:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. each day at the George Town Primary School.

For registration please send an e-mail to alfredo.whittaker@cifa.ky or marcos.tinoco@cifa.ky. You can also call: 949-5775/926-1868 or contact any CIFA referee.