A new beginning
I’m posting to gain a bit more understanding from the referring community with regards to progression within the game in England.
A bit of a background on myself:
I was fortunate enough to play at a good level (academy and a single year pro) in the early 2010’s before dropping down into non league, then just playing locally until a couple of years ago, so I’ve been on the other side of the fence so to speak.
I’m completing a refereeing course with the Shropshire FA soon, however I was wondering what serious progression routes are there? I’m 31 so I’m assuming if I hit the ground running, enjoying refereeing and learning, remaining humble and hungry, then is there a serious chance to become full time?
Or is 31 too old to start the long road back into the professional game?
Nice to meet you all and look forward to your invaluable advice!
I’m posting to gain a bit more understanding from the referring community with regards to progression within the game in England.
A bit of a background on myself:
I was fortunate enough to play at a good level (academy and a single year pro) in the early 2010’s before dropping down into non league, then just playing locally until a couple of years ago, so I’ve been on the other side of the fence so to speak.
I’m completing a refereeing course with the Shropshire FA soon, however I was wondering what serious progression routes are there? I’m 31 so I’m assuming if I hit the ground running, enjoying refereeing and learning, remaining humble and hungry, then is there a serious chance to become full time?
Or is 31 too old to start the long road back into the professional game?
Nice to meet you all and look forward to your invaluable advice!