RateTheRef

Well said thesensibleone - I too have known David since he was 15. He used run the line to me. Then as he went through the system me to him.  A well known Notts County supporter ever since I have known him. I have been watching David games from age 15. He was my RDO at Notts FA. He helped me and many other referees in Notts (and Manchester), to fulfil our potential as referees. I will be forever grateful. I class him as a true friend.

I agree some of these comments on here are bullying. Good luck on your final David, in my opinion this was received on merit. Premier league referees are appointed on merit. I know how hard he has had to work to achieve this level, the commitment it has taken. The real refereeing family appreciate good referees.