Worcester appoint refereeing specialist
August 13 2008
Guinness Premiership club Worcester have recruited Welshman Hugh Watkins as their new consultant referee.
Watkins, who has refereed five Tests, will take up the new role at Sixways, which will include working with Worcester players and coaches on areas such as the International Rugby Board's experimental law variations.
He will also assist in reviewing the team's performances and deliver practical training sessions to make sure every player is fully conversed with the laws of the game.
Worcester rugby director Mike Ruddock said: "Hugh joins us with a huge amount of experience, and will be here for contact sessions to help us with our preparation and understanding of the laws at all times, particularly in light of the new challenges the ELVs will present.
"We want to be on the front foot in terms of our preparation for the season. Having Hugh with Warriors to assist us in that process for every match will be extremely productive."