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South Africa’s finest referees

While most attention is directed towards the performance of players on the pitch, referees are often left out of the equation despite some doing some splendid work in ensuring games are handled in a professional manner.

Referee Jerome Damon during the National First Division match between between Vasco da Gama and Dynamos at Parow Park on 21 April 2013 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix
Referee Jerome Damon during the National First Division match between between Vasco da Gama and Dynamos at Parow Park on 21 April 2013 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

One official that deserves recognition is Jerome Damon, one the country’s greatest referees of all time. Damon was twice voted the PSL referee of the year and officiated at the 2004, 2006, 2008 and 2010 Africa Cup of Nations.

Damon was on standby at the 2010 world cup.

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