Ian Smith (rugby league)

Ian Smith (born 7 December 1965) is a former Super League referee. He was one of the Full Time Match Officials' coaches.[2]

Ian Smith
Personal information
Born (1965-12-07) 7 December 1965
Oldham, Lancashire, England
Refereeing information
Years Competition Apps
199910 Super League
200710 Challenge Cup
As of 8 May 2010
Source: [1]

Background

Smith was born in Oldham, Lancashire, England.

Domestic career

Smith officiated in the Super League competition.[3]

His first pro game was Blackpool v Bramley in 1998. His first Super League game was the London Broncos versus the Salford City Reds on 7 August 1999.

Super League

In 2008, Ian Smith famously sent off Gareth Hock for manhandling him. Hock was suspended 5 matches and missed the rest of 2008's Super League XIII season.[4]

Co-operative Championship

He was Co-operative Championship's referee of the year in 1999 & 2000.

International career

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References

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