REFEREE Howard Farrall has decided to hang up his boots.

Howard told the Huws Gray Alliance:
"I have given this a lot of thought, however after 10 years of what has been a very exciting and enjoyable hobby, I have today confirmed with my good friend ArthurPritchard, that I have decided to hang up my referee boots once and for all. My ambition to play golf with my son before he goes away to university and to get my handicap down, has finally overtaken my enthusiasm for
taking up the whistle"

Howard added: "I would just like to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support and faith in my ability over the years and wish you well for the future of Welsh football. I have been very lucky in both playing and officiating and have met a lot of very good people, along with some great memories, time moves on!"

The Huws Gray Alliance would like to thank Howard for his excellent serrvice to the league. he will be missed

Good luck with the golf Howie.