A former senior GAA referee last night backed officials who have gone on strike in the wake of the alleged assault on Kevin Naughton.
Brian Gavin – who officiated senior county All-Ireland hurling finals in 2011, 2013, 2014 and 2016 – said Wednesday night’s incident was “hard to fathom” and “frightening”.
The Offaly man told the Irish Mirror: “I can understand where the referees are coming from in Roscommon, 100%. There has to be a stance taken.”