Andrew Bourke: Sumner Rugby Club referee on his treatment on the field, referee abuse - All Sport Breakfast Canterbury

The treatment of match officials has been thrown into the spotlight of late, after a union cancelled their upcoming fixtures due to the abuse faced by their referees. 

Lesley Murdoch spoke with a local referee from Sumner Rugby Club, Andrew Bourke, to hear about his experiences while he’s on the field. 

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