President
John Devlin
Retired15 years
Former referee and experienced observer who supports local match officials and brings knowledge and continuity to the association.
People
People
Members are the heart of the referees association. Get to know the committee, mentors and volunteers who help keep Chester RA active and welcoming.
Committee
The people helping lead and support Chester RA.
Run by referees, for referees, the committee helps shape the association's support, development and community activity.
Chairperson
Lewis Gerrard
Level 415 years
Refereeing since 2008; former assistant referee in the Northern Premier League Division 1; leads the association and ensures members' needs are met.
Vice-Chairperson
Mark Watson
Level 515 years
Refereeing since 2008; vice-chair who mentors younger referees and helps organise events.
Secretary
Jamie Holmes
Level 415 years
Manages administration, communications and meeting coordination while continuing his refereeing career.
Treasurer
Jay Holmes
Level 515 years
Manages the association's finances and ensures funds are invested back into members and development.
Our Members
A growing community of referees across Chester.
Members bring a wide range of experiences, levels and perspectives to the association.
- James Naisbett
- Lewis Gerrard
- Jamie Holmes
- Jake Beasley
- Christopher Hooper
- Terence Morgan
- Liam Power
- Mark Watson
- Harry Whiston
- Brian Cooke
- Jay Holmes
- Paul Jeffs
- Jake Jones
- Christopher Cutler
- Robin Funnell
- George Johnson
- Francis Scoon
- Ryan Williams
- John Devlin
- David Powell
- Jamie Birch
- Noah Morris-Holt
- Can Sutcliffe
- Lewis Ward
Leadership
The committee leads on welfare, strategic direction, finance and communications so members always have a clear support structure behind them.
Development
Mentoring programmes, observer support and promotion pathways help referees build confidence and keep progressing.
Volunteering
Volunteers make meetings, mentoring, events and administration possible, and members are encouraged to get involved wherever they can help.
Want to join Chester RA or support the association?
Use the contact page if you want to join, volunteer at events, help with mentoring or find out more about the people behind Chester RA.