James McGrath (referee)

James McGrath
James McGrath
Born	1977 (age 44–45)
Nationality	Irish
Occupation	Hurling referee

James McGrath (born 1977) is a former Irish hurling referee. Born in Turin, County Westmeath, he has become one of the top referees over the last few years and has officiated at several big championship matches at all levels. He is a member of the club.^[1]

In August 2018, McGrath announced his retirement from refereeing.^[2] His decision to retire was prompted by not being picked to referee the 2018 All-Ireland Hurling Final.^[3]

References[]

^ "Kelly and McGrath referee All-Ireland finals". Hogan Stand website. 30 April 2009. Retrieved 31 August 2014.
^ "Ref McGrath quits over All-Ireland final snub". Irish Independent. 9 August 2018. Retrieved 10 August 2018.
^ "'I'm not throwing the baby out with the water' - Referee defends decision to quit over All-Ireland final snub". Irish Independent. 9 August 2018. Retrieved 10 August 2018.

Achievements
Preceded by Barry Kelly Brian Gavin	All-Ireland Senior Hurling Final referee 2012 (replay) 2013 (replay)	Succeeded by Brian Gavin Barry Kelly

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[1] "Kelly and McGrath referee All-Ireland finals". Hogan Stand website. 30 April 2009. Retrieved 31 August 2014.

[2] "Ref McGrath quits over All-Ireland final snub". Irish Independent. 9 August 2018. Retrieved 10 August 2018.

[3] "'I'm not throwing the baby out with the water' - Referee defends decision to quit over All-Ireland final snub". Irish Independent. 9 August 2018. Retrieved 10 August 2018.

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