'We’re human and we have families' - refs not seen as part of Association 

Top official Seán Hurson believes match officials have been dehumainsed by some supporters. 

Seán Hurson was the main in the middle for this year's All-Ireland football decider. The ref presents the match ball to Seán O'Shea of Kerry after the game. Picture: Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile

This year’s All-Ireland senior football final referee Seán Hurson believes match officials have become dehumanised by team supporters.

As the GAA this weekend organises “Respect the Referee” events at senior county finals, the Tyrone man feels they are looked on differently to others contributing to games.