Questions about #COREX ? Meet members and the leaders of the @fa_refereeing @fa_pgmol @bamrefofficial collaborative #refereeing excellence group at this year’s #BAMREF conference, on 26th July at the Emirates Stadium! Get your tickets now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/bamref-re…

BAMREF Conference 2026: Beyond the Ceiling! Secure your tickets now: eventbrite.co.uk/e/bamref-re… Don’t miss out on some early offers, and remember that U18s go free! We can’t wait to welcome you alongside our partners: @FARefereeing @FA_PGMOL @LondonFARefs @kickitout

BAMREF Conference 2026: Beyond the Ceiling! We will be at the home of @arsenal on 26/07/2026 for this year’s conference. Secure your tickets: eventbrite.co.uk/e/bamref-re… We can’t wait to welcome you with our partners: @FARefereeing @FA_PGMOL @LondonFARefs @kickitout

Our wellbeing series continues, and this time we’re looking at how to improve your focus. With the focal point of the season arriving, we want you to be in the best headspace to meet the challenges ahead ⚽️ bamref.com/mental-health-wel… #refereeing #bamref #diversity #edi #football

This week’s featured appointments spotlighting our members 🙌🏽 May your games go well! Don’t forget to sign up as a BAMREF member for Free at our website and submit your photos and fixtures to feature in the future: BAMREF.com/membership #nonleague #refereeing

10 weeks into 2026 - here are some action shots of our members this year! Don’t forget to sign up as a BAMREF member for Free at our website and submit your photos and fixtures to feature in the future: BAMREF.com/membership #nonleague #refereeing #football #photography

The first Featured Appointments of March ⚽️ May your games go well! Don’t forget to sign up as a BAMREF member for Free at our website and submit your photos and fixtures to feature in the future: BAMREF.com/membership #nonleague #refereeing

Featured #referee appointments ⚽️ Don’t forget to sign up as a BAMREF member for Free at our website and submit your photos and fixtures to feature in the future: BAMREF.com/membership #nonleague #refereeing @FA_PGMOL @FARefereeing

This week, on the BAMREF show, we were joined by Nayim Ahmed, giving insight into growing up in a South Asian household within one of the UK’s most youth-deprived areas. Watch now: youtu.be/hpjw5E_saeI?si=T2zX… #diversity #football #edi @SportingBengal

Your mind matters, and we’re here to support you at BAMREF. #Referees face pressure every game. You’re not alone, and we understand the struggle. Check out our Mental Health and Wellbeing offering: Visit Now: bamref.com/category/wellbein… #mentalhealth #wellbeing #football

🎙️ NEW EPISODE | BAMREF Show From starting refereeing in his mid-40s to reaching Level 3 — Derrick Laing’s journey is pure inspiration. Derrick talks CORE X, discipline, match prep, challenges & the joy of officiating. ▶️ Watch now - youtu.be/l75wYoFNrEo #TheBAMREFShow

Youth and Leadership. This week, 16-year-old James Box joined the BAMREF Show to share his refereeing journey so far; the highs, the challenges and what it's like being a young trailblazer. Watch the full episode now: youtu.be/BF_yP_bvtUE @FARefereeing #refereeing #grassroots #football #youth #edi

Our final BAMREF show episode of 2025 featured a true pioneer. Arran Williams — EDI Leader at @fa_pgmol, Level 3 referee and FA Grassroots Hero — joined Host Darren Lewis and BAMREF CEO Aji Ajibola to discuss equality, representation, discipline and leadership in officiating. An inspiring way to close out the year 👏⚽ Watch Watch the full show on the BAMREF TV - youtu.be/YsBUCYatqYk @azds1492 @darrenlewis5 @muscleboundref @fa_pgmol @fa_refereeing @tomamber @joelmannix @towno10 @magyar_bmb

As we close 2025, a heartfelt thank you to our members, partners and BAMREF community. This has been a year of real progress — moving from advocacy into governance and helping build the systems that deliver change. Read more in our report - published on our LinkedIn page. Your time, belief and leadership matter. Rest well, take pride — and we go again in 2026. #BAMREF #Refereeing #Leadership #Inclusion #Football

On our next BAMREF show episode, we spoke to a true pioneer. EDI Leader at @fa_pgmol as well as a Level 3 referee and FA Grassroots Hero, Arran Williams is one of the most influential voices driving equality and representation in officiating. Watch the taster: youtu.be/MjKGlFg9s2s #EDI #refereeing #grassroots #football

Watch this week’s episode of the BAMREF Show - we were joined by one of the CORE X referees, Level 3 Nick Reece. He opens up about making mistakes and overcoming adversity - Don’t miss this! Watch now: youtu.be/_d8chCH6AlQ?si=2rIM… @FARefereeing @FA_PGMOL

Our #FeaturedAppointments for this weekend are here, where we're focusing on the 3rd Round Proper of the F.A. Challenge Vase. Highlighting 3 of our @fa_pgmol @fa_refereeing #COREX officials - we wish you luck and may the ball run well ⚽ #BAMREF #FAVase #Refereeing @abid.lfc @azds1492 @wozza_hakimy

Happy #InternationalMensDay 💙 Today we celebrate the men changing the game — especially Black, Asian & Mixed Heritage referees driving representation and equality in football. Proud to support your journey through mentorship, guidance and community. Strong. Inclusive. Leading change. #BAMREF #IMD2025

Referees face: ⚽️More games 🗂️More admin 💷Less pay 😤More abuse 🏃🏾‍♂️Higher expectations It’s time to stop the lip service. BAMREF calls for: 🗣️Safe spaces 🤝🏾Diverse mentors 💰Fair pay 🧩Trauma-aware training 🏛️Wellbeing in governance Mental health isn’t a “nice to have” — it’s vital. #BAMREF #MentalHealthInSport #RefSupport

⁠⚽️🎙️ New #BAMREF #WomenInSport episode! Meet Coral John — 33 yrs in Clinical Research, 19 yrs as a football referee. From boardroom to pitch, she’s breaking barriers and growing female representation in sport. Listen this November👇 #WomenInFootball #Leadership #Inclusion