Munster referees chairman John Sexton aiming to address shortages

Former inter-county hurling referee Sexton is looking to next year as an opportunity for existing referees to take a breather after an intense period, and one to attract new men in black

Former inter-county hurling referee Sexton is looking to next year as an opportunity for existing referees to take a breather after an intense period, and one to attract new men in black. Picture: INPHO/Ryan Byrne

Munster referees chairman John Sexton is aiming for a major recruitment drive of match officials next year to combat shortages.

Speaking recently, the province’s chief executive Kieran Leddy said Munster GAA would “have to invest significantly in referees recruitment and development”.