Hewer to take charge of Challenge Cup Final
Posted: Tue Aug 23, 2016 10:40 am
Gareth Hewer has been selected to referee the 2016 Ladbrokes Challenge Cup final between Hull FC and Warrington Wolves at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, August 27 (3.00pm).
Hewer, who has been officiating for twelve years, has taken charge of games at all levels including the Kingstone Press League 1, Kingstone Press Championship and First Utility Super League and was named Referee of the Year in 2009.
The 34-year-old combines his time on the pitch with a career at Sellafield in Cumbria as a Shift Engineering Team Leader in their Magnox reprocessing facilities. As well as making important decisions on the field during big games each week, Hewer is also the man responsible for an electrical and instrumentation maintenance team during the week.
Hewer has officiated 24 First Utility Super League games this season, refereed the recent Ladbrokes Challenge Cup semi-final between Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats and has recent experience on the international stage, taking charge of France v Scotland in 2015.
Assisting him on the day will be touch-judges Mark Craven and Mike Woodhead, whilst Ben Thaler will be the video referee on the day.
Ladbrokes Challenge Cup final referee, Gareth Hewer, said: “This really is a dream come true for me.
“We’ve got a fantastic group of referees at The RFL who work hard all season to make sure things run smoothly each week. To be picked as the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup Final referee is an absolute honour.
“I’m usually really excited at this point in August about attending the final as a spectator or watching on television with friends – now I’m the guy in the middle controlling the game.
“Today marks the start of an important week for the team. There’ll be plenty of planning ahead of Saturday to make sure the game is an enjoyable one for all.”
RFL Head of Match Officials, Steve Ganson, said: “Gareth has had a very solid season alongside a 12-year career to date. He is a very experienced referee and this game is a worthy reward for his efforts so far.
“Moments like this are encouraging for other referees who aspire to officiate on the big stage. I’m sure Gareth will use this experience to help others along and attract those thinking about getting into refereeing.”
Over 75,000 tickets have already been sold for the 2016 Ladbrokes Challenge Cup final and a limited amount are still available from just £25. To book your place at the historic final visit www.rugby-league.com/tickets or call the Rugby League Ticket Hotline on 0844 856 1113.
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Hewer, who has been officiating for twelve years, has taken charge of games at all levels including the Kingstone Press League 1, Kingstone Press Championship and First Utility Super League and was named Referee of the Year in 2009.
The 34-year-old combines his time on the pitch with a career at Sellafield in Cumbria as a Shift Engineering Team Leader in their Magnox reprocessing facilities. As well as making important decisions on the field during big games each week, Hewer is also the man responsible for an electrical and instrumentation maintenance team during the week.
Hewer has officiated 24 First Utility Super League games this season, refereed the recent Ladbrokes Challenge Cup semi-final between Warrington Wolves and Wakefield Trinity Wildcats and has recent experience on the international stage, taking charge of France v Scotland in 2015.
Assisting him on the day will be touch-judges Mark Craven and Mike Woodhead, whilst Ben Thaler will be the video referee on the day.
Ladbrokes Challenge Cup final referee, Gareth Hewer, said: “This really is a dream come true for me.
“We’ve got a fantastic group of referees at The RFL who work hard all season to make sure things run smoothly each week. To be picked as the Ladbrokes Challenge Cup Final referee is an absolute honour.
“I’m usually really excited at this point in August about attending the final as a spectator or watching on television with friends – now I’m the guy in the middle controlling the game.
“Today marks the start of an important week for the team. There’ll be plenty of planning ahead of Saturday to make sure the game is an enjoyable one for all.”
RFL Head of Match Officials, Steve Ganson, said: “Gareth has had a very solid season alongside a 12-year career to date. He is a very experienced referee and this game is a worthy reward for his efforts so far.
“Moments like this are encouraging for other referees who aspire to officiate on the big stage. I’m sure Gareth will use this experience to help others along and attract those thinking about getting into refereeing.”
Over 75,000 tickets have already been sold for the 2016 Ladbrokes Challenge Cup final and a limited amount are still available from just £25. To book your place at the historic final visit www.rugby-league.com/tickets or call the Rugby League Ticket Hotline on 0844 856 1113.
http://www.rugby-league.com/article/383 ... ILSi7.dpuf