The people behind the whistles: Recent Episodes
Beat 102-103
Beat is shining a spotlight on referees in the GAA.
Each day we will cover a different topic and learn about the challenges these individuals face.
We discover why they chose to pick up a whistle and the factors that keep them returning today.
This is an in-depth story about a key member of our beloved game and why they deserve our respect.
In episode five, we focus on the human element of officiating and why it's beyond important to consider this.
In episode four, we hear about some of the most memorable moments in the careers of these brilliant officials.
In episode two, we learn about the great bond that is shared between referees and their umpire teams.
In episode one, we hear from a selection of the region's most accomplished officials and why they got involved.