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Person: John Denton

A COMPREHENSIVE SERIES OF ARTICLES ON THIS TOPIC

Why two referees — at least — is better than one for GAA

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Why two referees — at least — is better than one for GAA
Okay, so it’s not going to happen, but imagine for a moment one – just one – The Sunday Game this summer without mention of a referee’s name.
Pete Finnerty still vexed at 1989 semi-final ref John Denton

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Pete Finnerty still vexed at 1989 semi-final ref John Denton
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Another step closer to the Holy Grail

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50-year itch: Epic grudges, Irish style

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Denton banned for eight weeks for verbal abuse of referee

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GAA: On-field fracas could send Wexford stand to the wire
Duffry appeal suspensions and fine to Council following clash with Horeswood

DUFFRY Rovers have lodged an appeal to the Leinster Council against the fine and two of the suspensions they received from the Wexford County Board after the ill-tempered SFC semi-final clash with Horeswood.

Thu, 16 Oct, 2003

Wexford GAA hands down bans, fines after fracas

The Wexford County GAA Disciplinary Committee has dealt with the ugly face of games - attacks on referees - by handing down the heaviest of penalties following the attacks on match official, John Denton.

Sat, 11 Oct, 2003

Referees’ chief condemns attacks on match officials
THE chairman of the National Referees Committee Frank Burke has expressed his concern over the recent spate of attacks on GAA match officials.

Tue, 30 Sep, 2003

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