It's more than just a match! As well the hugely-anticipated BBC Essex Senior Cup Final which will take place between Canvey Island and Hornchurch, in which we're staging a refereeing workshop at the JobServe Community Stadium, Colchester United FC.

From 18:15, we'll be joined by FIFA and Select Group One Referee, Sam Barrott, to share his knowledge and experiences as well as how to progress, develop and improve your refereeing skills.

Please note, Sam's attendance is pending international appointments.

Sam began his refereeing journey following on from a injury while playing football and start refereeing on the Huddersfield Junior Football League. In his career to date Sam has refereed the West Riding FA Senior County Cup Final (2018), the National League North Play-Off Final (2020) and the English Football League (EFL) League One Play-Off Final (2024) between Bolton Wanderers and Oxford United. 

Event Information

- Tuesday 18th March 2025
- JobServe Community Stadium, United Way, Colchester, CO4 5UP
- Time: 18:15 to 19:30
- Kick Off: 19:45

Refereeing Workshop

- Hear from FIFA and Select Group One Referee, Sam Barrott

- Hear about Sam's journey from grassroots football to the professional game

- Development session from Sam on communication

- Q&A

Please note, booking onto the CPD will also provide a match ticket for the BBC Essex Senior Cup Final and parking at the JobServe Community Stadium.