McEnaney: refs will win over doubters

The GAA’s new referees committee chairman Pat McEnaney says his match officials must earn respect and not expect to be given it by players.

Claiming regard for GAA referees lags behind rugby and soccer, the Monaghan native will tell his referees to win over the doubters with their displays in this year’s championship.

“I’ve always maintained that you’ve got to gain respect and you do that by giving consistent performances on the pitch,” said McEnaney.