Assistant Referee Glen Hart
Location: Co. Durham
How did you get introduced into refereeing?
I have always had an interest in refereeing as my dad used to referee and I would attend as many games as possible with him, but it was my wife who suggested I enrol on the local refereeing course in 2001, I suppose at 26 I was a late starter but I have never looked back.
What has been the highlight of your career so far?
It has to be being promoted to the National List of Assistant Referees in 2008. It was totally unexpected.
What is the best game you have officiated and why?
Actually two games stand out, firstly August 2008 when I made my debut as an Assistant Referee at Stockport v Scunthorpe, I will never forget that experience and in October 2008 Leeds v Walsall in front of 24,000 people, the atmosphere that day was unbelievable.
What are your aims as a National List Assistant Referee?
To maintain the high standards that are expected of an Assistant Referee and look to improve and learn all the time and be ready for the challenges ahead.
What skills do you think you need to become a Assistant Referee?
High level of fitness to keep up with play, being mentally strong so that you can remain calm under pressure and the ability to concentrate and focus 100% of the time.
Who has been the biggest influence in your career and why?
My family have been the driving force throughout my career, especially the last couple of seasons as I have progressed through the system, they understand that all the training and hard work brings rewards.
In your opinion who is/was the best Assistant Referee?
For consistency over many years and how to perform at the top level, no doubt Phil Sharp has been the best.
