Gerard Pique given six-game ban, two-month suspension by Spanish football federation for referee abuse

The former Barcelona defender was sanctioned after FC Andorra, the club he owns through holding company Kosmos, lost to ...
The Mail in South Cumbria

Barrow, Furness rugby fans get reminder after referee abuse

The Barrow and District Referee Society released a statement last weekend following reported cases of abuse from coaches and spectators.
Cleveland.com

In curbing attacks on referees, Ohio could join a national movement

CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ohio isn’t the only state looking to deter attacks on referees. Violence against youth sports officials has prompted more than 20 states to strengthen assault laws with enhanced ...
KTHV

Gay Spanish soccer referee quits after abuse at games

MADRID (AP) — A gay Spanish soccer referee is giving up the job after repeatedly being the target of verbal abuse at games because of his sexual orientation."I can't stand it anymore," Jesus Tomillero ...
AOL

Referee body cameras to be trialled in attempt to curb abuse

Referee body cameras will be trialled in four adult grassroots leagues in England, starting this weekend. The intention of the bodycam trial is to improve behaviour and respect from players and ...
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Referee society speaks out as rugby match officials deal with abuse in Furness

The Barrow and District Referee Society released a statement last weekend following reported cases of abuse from coaches and ...