Donegal referee speaks out on GAA abuse on the pitch

A new documentary about GAA referees will show how many view abuse they receive from players or spectators as part of the job.

Réiteoir examines the emotional toll the role can take, and highlights how the job affects people physically and mentally.

The programme airs on RTÉ later tonight.

One of the referee’s featured, Siobhán Coyle from Donegal says unfortunately, negative comments are typical:

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