Hurling review committee needed, says ex-referees head Willie Barrett

Former referees chief Barrett feels the GAA need to address hand-passes and rucks

Willie Barrett said the hand-pass in hurling is "very difficult" for referees to police. Pic: Piaras Ó Mídheach/Sportsfile

A high-powered hurling body similar to the Football Review Committee (FRC) is required to make “tweaks” to the game, according to former national referees chairman Willie Barrett.

The Tipperary native, who officiated two All-Ireland senior hurling finals, believes the hand-pass, rucks and the throw-in are among the areas that require attention.