Super League set for video referee at every game from 2024 with broadcasting rights to remain with Sky Sports
This would be a huge step forward for Super League, but will it actually happen?
Ian Smith
Has the ‘on report’ system been made redundant by forensic match review panel?
The disciplinary hasn’t quite overshadowed the Super League season as it did last, but it still prompts several of the big talking points each week.
State of Mind 40/120 Challenge for Mental Health Awareness week
Rugby league fans and followers have been taking part in State of Mind’s 40/120 Challenge to mark Mental Health Awareness week.
Ref view: Two contentious try decisions can’t deny Hull KR
Jordan Abdull’s late drop goal earned Hull KR a win over Huddersfield, and they may well have felt aggrieved had there been any other outcome.
Ref view: Explaining set restart and a 50% reduction in penalties
Former top level referee Ian Smith says the new set restart rule should see a dramatic reduction in the number of penalties, especially at goal.
A big problem for rugby league’s overseas expansion plans – referees
In a week where Ottawa and New York have formally announced their brands and their entry to League One has been confirmed – there’s perhaps one question that’s been overlooked.
A player’s insight on the play the ball rules
Much was made of the changes to the play the ball laws ahead of the new season, only for fans to be left frustrated by seemingly little change in the ...
13 quick-fire questions with former referee Ian Smith
Former referee Ian Smith takes on 13 quick-fire questions on The Last Tackle.
Life as a referee: Former SL ref Ian Smith on abuse, why he quit and what it’s like being a full-time official | The Last Tackle #2
What’s it like being a referee? How do you deal with the abuse? And do they do day to day?
Mailbox: Start a campaign to highlight mental health impact on referees
In the latest mailbox, Michael Holding lends his support to a campaign to support referees and raise awareness of the impact fans have on their mental health.
Rugby League Today: Poching pleased, Cummins disappointed, Lunt slams relegation structure
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Podcast: The Final Hooter – Episode 13
Dave Parkinson hosts Episode 13 of The Final Hooter podcast, with features on State of Mind, Widnes’ coaching change and Tomkinsgate.
Rugby League Today: Former ref on abuse, Powell pleased, Magic Weekend ends
We have got all you need to know about Magic Weekend on site right now.
Rugby League Today: Magic Weekend fever, video referee debate, exclusives
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Former Super League referee admits it ‘takes time’ to gain respect
Former Super League referee Ian Smith has spoken out after the recent abuse towards match officials in rugby league, admitting it ‘takes time’ to gain respect from players.
Abuse from fans exacted mental toll, says former ref Ian Smith
For many fans the referee is a pantomime villain and fair game for abuse but former Super League official Ian Smith has spoken of the huge toll constant criticism had ...
Referee Smith steps down
Engage Super League referee Ian Smith is to step down from his role as referee to take up the full-time post of Rugby League Match Officials Coach.