Motivation pushed Jackie Longworth into refereeing By Topic.ie 11 March 2021 By Randal Scally Jackie Longworth had two motivations for becoming a GAA referee in 2018. The first was to redress the referee shortage in his club, while the second was to aid his recovery from a serious back injury. Share FacebookTwitterPinterestWhatsAppTelegram Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again. Woohoo! Your subscription has been successful! Subscribe to our newsletter Keep up to date with all the latest news, offers and special announcements. SUBSCRIBE TOP STORIES Young Mullingar artist to feature on iconic calendar 9 December 2024 Kinnegad roadworks anger business owners in critical Christmas period 9 December 2024 Tributes to devoted mother Caitríona Logan (37) 4 December 2024 Rathwire schoolgirl brings home bronze for Ireland 6 December 2024 Westmeath claim six out of eight titles in Leinster Scór na nÓg finals 6 December 2024 Kinnegad’s Dr Marcela wins Dentist of the Year 5 December 2024 Toy Show time for Johnny and Madee! 5 December 2024 Photos: Christmas comes to Killucan with Edmonton NS Christmas market 5 December 2024 MORE STORIES Photos: Christmas begins in Mullingar! Photos: Christmas comes to Killucan with Edmonton NS Christmas market Kinnegad’s Dr Marcela wins Dentist of the Year Controversial defeat for Westmeath Schools hurling team, but Coláiste Mhuire advance Coláiste Mhuire hurlers have too much fire power for Ard Scoil Rís