Dubbo Touch has an abundance of referees after a well-executed strategy of training and development.

With over 400 juniors, seven grades of mixed and five of Mens in the Summer season, there would be a massive ask if the Association had only a few men and women to blow the whistle. But the well-run sporting organisation planned ahead, created a pathway for youngsters as well as more experienced players and enthusiasts and it has brought results.

At the recent grand final nights I had the privilege as Patron of Dubbo Touch to witness the excess of refs. It allowed some who have in the past been called on to back up game after game to complete their duties and enjoy some great action.