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Holly Wood talks about refereeing, bumps, babies and attracting elite players into picking up the whistle
Jun 24, 2026
Unknown duration
Southland Rugby's Referee scholarships and wellbeing initiatives
May 22, 2026
32m 33s
Hollie Davidson - smashing ceilings in rugby refereeing
Feb 11, 2026
37m 25s
Tarsh Ganley : A Rugby World Cup journey and beyond..
Dec 4, 2025
33m 32s
The Bald Ref - standing up for referees, and for mental health
Oct 24, 2025
43m 05s
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| 6/24/26 | ![]() Holly Wood talks about refereeing, bumps, babies and attracting elite players into picking up the whistle | Today, we're joined by Holly Wood, Rugby World Cup 2025 match official and referee across the men's and women's leagues here in England.This weekend (28 June 2026), she will referee the PWR Final between Saracens Women and Trailfinders Women - just 10 weeks or so post-partum.In this episode, recorded just days before baby #2 joined the world, we chat about her elite performance background, her route into refereeing, her first pregnancy journey and the legacy from that process for other female referees around the country.We also chat about an initiative she has spearheaded attracting new referees from the elite female playing community.Resources mentioned:RFU Match Official Maternity guidanceHigh Performance Referee Scholarship with PWRIf you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net CommunityOr you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 5/22/26 | ![]() Southland Rugby's Referee scholarships and wellbeing initiatives✨ | referee scholarshipswellbeing initiatives+3 | Andrew Rowland | Rugby Southland RefereesRugbyReferee.net | New Zealand | referee scholarshipsRugby Southland+3 | — | 32m 33s | |
| 2/11/26 | ![]() Hollie Davidson - smashing ceilings in rugby refereeing✨ | female refereesrugby officiating+4 | Hollie Davidson | TNT SportRugbyReferee.net | — | Hollie Davidsonrugby refereeing+5 | — | 37m 25s | |
| 12/4/25 | ![]() Tarsh Ganley : A Rugby World Cup journey and beyond..✨ | Rugby World Cuprefereeing career+3 | Natarsha Ganley | RugbyReferee.net | New ZealandEngland | Rugby World Cupreferee+6 | — | 33m 32s | |
| 10/24/25 | ![]() The Bald Ref - standing up for referees, and for mental health✨ | referee mental healthrugby officiating+4 | Jonny Cartwright | LooseheadzManchester & District Referees+1 | Ireland | rugby refereesmental health+5 | — | 43m 05s | |
| 10/10/25 | ![]() The pod returns✨ | Women's RWCmatch officiating+4 | — | Rezon HalosRugbyReferee.net+1 | — | rugbyrefereeing+4 | — | 29m 57s | |
| 11/21/24 | ![]() Global Law Trials for 2025✨ | rugby lawsglobal trials+1 | — | — | — | rugbylaw trials+3 | — | 22m 08s | |
| 9/29/24 | ![]() Launching the brand new rugby Refereeing Journal✨ | rugby refereeingrefereeing journal+3 | — | RugbyReferee.net Refereeing JournalRugbyReferee.net | — | rugbyrefereeing+3 | — | 18m 11s | |
| 5/4/24 | ![]() Ep 40 - What is going on with laws and law changes at World Rugby?✨ | law changesrugby+3 | — | World Rugby | — | rugby lawslaw changes+3 | — | 33m 06s | |
| 9/27/23 | ![]() Ep 39 - Refereeing tips if you're a 'coach with a whistle'✨ | refereeing tipsrugby coaching+3 | — | RugbyReferee.net | — | rugbyreferee+5 | — | 17m 31s | |
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| 8/14/23 | ![]() Episode 38: Refereeing as a wheelchair user with MND - Graeme Bloom✨ | rugby refereeingMND+4 | Graeme Bloom | MND AssociationRugbyReferee.net+2 | CardiffLondon+5 | rugbyreferee+7 | — | 36m 07s | |
| 6/8/23 | ![]() Episode 37 - Refereeing news update | Hi, Keith Lewis from RugbyReferee.net here with a general update on refereeing news! Plenty to chat about from the referees and refereeing world at the moment! In this episode, I walk through: 1) New formal Law clarification - grounding on a thing in in-goal 2) Law issues Loose ball brought to ground is classed as "held/holding"2012 Clarification "The player is considered to be carrying the ball as the ball is in the air when it is first played"SuperSport discussion: Laws: Scoring from in in-goal - 8.2e: A try is scored when an attacking player: Who is in touch or touch-in-goal, grounds the ball in the opponents’ in-goal provided the player is not holding the ball and then again in 21.9 - If a player is in touch or touch-in-goal, they can make a touch down or score a try by grounding the ball in in-goal provided they are not holding the ball.Tackle law around the goal lineTackle law - https://www.world.rugby/the-game/laws/law/13Let me know your views on how the law could be changed (if at all) at keith@rugbyreferee.net 3) AppointmentsRugby World Cup 23 officials U20s Championship & Trophy officials 4) Smart ball - Full story here 5) Tackle height news: World Rugby confirm lower tackle height opt-in global law trialIreland - Rugbyreferee.net storyEngland - RFU Tackle Height HubScotland - SRU Tackle Height Hub New Zealand - Rugby Toolbox tackle hub - I reference the podcast chat with Mike Hester from NZRU - you can either scroll back through the other episodes, or head here. Like what you hear? The buy me a coffee at rugbyreferee.net/coffeeIf you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 2/23/23 | ![]() Episode 36: New Zealand Rugby's community tackle height changes for 2023 | Today, I'm joined by New Zealand Rugby's Mike Hester to chat about their law variations for the 2023 rugby season. They include a lower tackle height, a restriction on scrum halves and for the pack as a whole. All three are important for all referees and match officials across Aotearoa.Mike is NZR's Game Participation Manager, and he tells me about:His background as an elite referee - in football!His shift into game participationThe shape of New Zealand rugby and the challenges they faceThe tackle height changes in New Zealand for 2023 and what's behind themOther changes in the game - scrum half restrictions, 1.5m pushFuture consultation on changes to the breakdownReferee recruitment and retention in NZ - this is the research Mike mentions about the early refereeing experience of community refereesMore on the changes: New Zealand Rugby game innovations 2023Contact Mike via LinkedInIf you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 1/1/23 | ![]() Episode 35 - A new Law Application Guideline for 2023 | It's a Happy New Year to you all! Today, Keith Lewis, founder of RugbyReferee.net and host of the Advantage Over podcast talks through a new World Rugby 2023 Law Application Guideline for 2023. While much of it is targetted at the elite end of the game, the principles within it covers all of rugby no matter what level we're refereeing! So we need to be aware of the drive by World Rugby in these areas. The episode covers the six areas in the new Law Application Guideline (the link here includes some video clips)1) Speeding up the game I reference ball-in-play data from StatsPerform: https://www.statsperform.com/resource/revolutionising-rugby-a-statistical-analysis-on-how-the-game-has-evolved/2) TMO usage3) Water carriers4) Negative player actions5) Players on the ground6) Deliberate Knock onsThe blog version of this episode is at: https://rugbyreferee.net/2022/12/30/speeding-up-the-game-in-2023-world-rugby-law-application-guideline-issued/If you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 7/3/22 | ![]() Episode 34: July 2022 Law Changes now in play | Today, it's a solo episode with Keith talking through all the new law changes and amends that have now come into play from 1 July 2022. In summary, Keith talks aboutAll the Global Law Trials from last season which move into full lawTwo new GLTs – scrum brake foot, and restrictions on medics/water carriersSome minor wording where there have had to be a formal clarifications in law in recent yearsMinor amends following Union, player and match officials feedbackUpdated TMO protocol (download a copy here)Some good videos at https://www.world.rugby/the-game/laws/global-law-trials showing the scrum brake foot and water carrier poor behaviour You can also view and download the law changes summary document at: https://rugbyreferee.net/2022/07/01/law-changes-come-into-play/ Like what you heard? Buy Keith a coffee hereIf you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 6/28/22 | ![]() Episode 33 - Mental skills for Refereeing | Today, we're joined by Tim Wyatt, a Sport and Exercise Psychologist (in training) to chat about... well.. sport and psychology! Especially for us as rugby referees.We chatted about identifying your own values for refereeing, and then how we prep for a game, cope during the game, and finally the importance of reflection. The article to go with this can be found at: https://rugbyreferee.net/2022/06/28/mental-skills-for-refereeing/------------------------------------------------You can find Tim at:Website: https://www.timwyattpsychology.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/TimWyattPsych LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/timothy-wyattEmail: timwyattpsych@gmail.com------------------------------------------------Enjoy the Advantage Over podcast? Well, you can buy me a coffee at rugbyreferee.net/coffee------------------------------------------------If you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 6/6/22 | ![]() Episode 32 - Refereeing ugly | Today, it's a solo episode looking at the one of the less pleasant sides of our game - the general increase in angst and poor behaviour on and around the rugby field. We have a look into how to manage and deal with these types of situations, whether it's players baiting each other, angsty touch judges, coaches, replacements and spectators. There's some helpful lines and approaches that we have discussed in our referee community group, so my thanks to those who contributed their thoughts and experiences. I hope you can take something from the episdoe - even if you disagree with some it. There's no monopoly on the correct approach, and as Keith says, what works for him, may not work for you. If you have any comments about this episode, or suggestions for future shows, then drop me a line at ref@rugbyreferee.net!You can follow us here:Twitter: RugbyRefereenetInstagram: RugbyRefereenetFacebook: Page: RugbyReferee.netFacebook Group: RugbyReferee.net Community Or you can connect with Keith personally on Twitter or LinkedIn | — | ||||||
| 4/29/22 | ![]() Episode 31 - Scottish Rugby's Match Official Strategy with Andrew Macpherson | I'm joined by Andrew Macpherson, now the High Performance Match Official Manager from Scottish Rugby to talk about their new three year Refereeing and Match Official Development StrategyWe chat about:Why there's been a 17 year gap between Scottish international refereesThe new Match Official Strategy and how it'll help reduce the 17 year gap before the next oneHow to attract referees up and down the rugby pyramidCreating CPD for referees - and accrediting new trainersHow great referees need great referee coachingHow Scotland aim to increase the number and diversity of officials but also to improve retention rates at all levels of the game.Bringing in skills expertise outside of rugby to help referees developYou can connect with Andy on LinkedIn hereIf you like what you've heard, and you want to support the Advantage Over podcast, you can buy us a coffee. Head to rugbyreferee.net/coffee | — | ||||||
| 11/7/20 | ![]() Episode 30: Staying referee fit without any rugby | I'm joined for a second time by Ross Hanbury, a referee fitness specialist who's been working with various referee societies and referees for some years now.We talk about all sorts of things through this episode - from finding small ways to keep mobile while working from home, to getting started again, staying fit when we're all stuck at home, some mobility and speed suggestions.We also go through the various fitness tests which rugby referees can do to set a benchmark for future attainment. And we also cover some advice for those of you who may be of more advanced years.To contact Ross to discuss his 16-week referee fitness programmes, drop him an email at rosshanbury@gmail.com or find him at @rugbyrefereesnc on Instagram. | — | ||||||
| 8/5/20 | ![]() Episode 29: Three Blokes, a ball and Bod: A referee special | A slightly different style of show for you here as I bring you the audio of a Facebook Live show, recorded on 22 July 2020, and hosted by Three Blokes, A Ball & Bod. Co-hosted by Advantage Over host Keith Lewis and the show's own Big Joe Sheppard, we were joined by Bay of Plenty Referee Manager, Cam Russell and Premiership Rugby TMO (who had 110 appearances as a Premiership referee) David Rose.We covered so much ground in the show and it was a shame not to bring you the audio. It was record live and involved contributions and questions from the live viewers as the show went on. If you've enjoyed the show, do leave a rating and review wherever you found it. Those ratings help other folks out there find the podcast. If you'd like to support the work of RugbyReferee.net, then you can buy us a coffee over at rugbyreferee.net/coffee - we'll be most grateful! | — | ||||||
| 5/28/20 | ![]() Episode 28: Bonus edition: Law variation options for post-Covid-19 rugby | Bonus episode as World Rugby have today outlined 10 possible temporary law changes so that rugby can restart in a post-Coronavirus world. It will be up to individual Unions and competition chiefs to decide whether to introduce the, and which ones, on a temporary basis to suit local regulations or guidance.For full wordings and story, visit: https://rugbyreferee.net/2020/05/28/post-covid-19-law-variation-options-announced-by-world-rugby/ | — | ||||||
| 5/21/20 | ![]() Episode 27 - Mental Health & Resilience for rugby referees | Today, we're joined by Nick Marshall, active referee and organiser of Marshalling Men's Minds - a community and support network for those with poor mental health,We talked about his refereeing and mental health journeys (one upwards, one less so..) and how he overcame it.We talked about how to spot if you're struggling, what triggers you (or your nearest and dearest may see) as well as how that manifests when you head onto the field.We covered some ground around dealing with pressure on the pitch, and some tips on refocussing when you need to.Nick talked briefly about the Dodger 7s team who are an invitational side made of those who have suffered from poor mental health, or have been around it. Check their Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/dodgerrugby/The key thing around the whole mental health issue is to talk. To anyone. But please do. You can contact Nick via the website or on Facebook or, for those outside the UK, you can head to mentalhealth.org to find local resources to where you live.#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek | — | ||||||
| 5/12/20 | ![]() BONUS episode: Law change - Scoring against the post | World Rugby have today (12 May 2020) changed the scoring law, removing the ability for a player to score a try by grounding the ball against the post protector.Why? Well listen in and find out! (Hint: player safety)Full story: https://rugbyreferee.net/2020/05/12/law-change-grounded-against-post-protector-removed-as-scoring-possibility/ | — | ||||||
| 4/27/20 | ![]() Episode 25 - Advantage | In the second of our shorter form podcasts, we take a look into refereeing advantage in rugby. It's one of those areas, plenty of people have a view on, so let's look into what the law says, and how we should best look to referee it. As ever, we'd love to know what you think so let us know - find us on social media at @RugbyRefereeNet, or comment on the blog over at rugbyreferee.net ------------------------Twitter: @RugbyRefereeNetInstagram: @RugbyRefereeNetFacebook: RugbyReferee.netReferee Community group: RefSquadWeb: www.rugbyreferee.net---------------------------If you enjoy the podcast, then feel free to support our work: rugbyreferee.net/coffee | — | ||||||
| 4/8/20 | ![]() Episode 24 - Refereeing the in-goal | Welcome to episode 24 of the Advantage Over podcast.This is the first of series of shorter podcasts aimed at keeping your refereeing mind ticking over - especially given the events we’re all living through all over the rugby globe.Today, we're looking at in-goal. Why? Well, it's the most queried area of the game in our community discussions over on Facebook. It’s such an important area, and without fully thinking it through, could have big repercussions on the game if we get it wrong!So, in the podcast, we go through:The Law - what is dead, and how the law is written about restarting:What that means for restarting - hint: it's all about who puts the ball into in-goal!Charge downs which go deadKnock ons into in-goalWe hope you enjoyed this shorter form podcast. We’ll have a few more like this in the near future, as well as the longer form ones in the pipeline too.If you have any law queries or specific things relating to refereeing, you can drop us an email at keith@rugbyreferee.net or you can voice record your question and send that as well and then you can be part of the podcast too!We’d always appreciate your ratings and views wherever you found this podcast - and if you really want to support RugbyReferee.net to allow me to keep bringing you great content like this, you can buy me a coffee (or a few coffees) by heading to rugbyreferee.net/coffee | — | ||||||
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