In this Irish language documentary, sports broadcaster Gráinne McElwain investigates the extent and impact of abuse faced by GAA referees. With personal contributions from football referees, David Gough, Siobhán Coyle and Eoghan Ó Muircheartaigh, insights from sports analyst Fearghal Mag Uiginn, sports psychologist and former Galway county hurler Justin Campbell, and GAA president Jarlath Burns Réiteoir! examines a growing crisis within the GAA and asks what can be done to combat it.
This documentary offers a rare glimpse into the unseen struggles of match officials and challenges fans, players, and administrators alike to reconsider their treatment of referees. With contributions from leading voices in Gaelic games and exclusive access behind the scenes, this compelling documentary provides an unfiltered look at the pressures of refereeing and the urgent need for change.
From grassroots behaviour to the growing influence of social media and the complexities of an evolving rulebook, Réiteoir! gives a fascinating and valuable insight into the realities of being a GAA football referee in the modern age as well as providing food for thought for GAA members at all levels, encouraging us all to examine our own attitudes and behaviour.
