The Grenada Football Association (GFA) today commenced aย three-day Referee Development Course, marking a significant step in enhancing the skills andย knowledge of local football officials. The workshop, running from September 2nd to 4th, isย being held at the FA Secretariat from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM daily.
Former FIFA Assistant Referee, Mayte Ivonne Chavez Garcia is the facilitator. This initiative isย a direct result of a valuable collaboration between the Grenada Football Association and theย Mexican Football Federation (FMF), highlighting a shared commitment to advancing footballย development.
The Referee Development Course aims to equip participants with the latest understanding ofย the Laws of the Game, advanced match management techniques, positioning, and decision making on the field. It provides an invaluable opportunity for Grenadian referees to learnย from an international official with extensive experience at the highest levels of the sport.
โWe are incredibly happy to host this vital Referee Development Course and welcome Mayteย Ivonne Chรกvez Garcรญa to Grenada,โ said GFA General Secretary Carl Lee. โInvesting in ourย referees is crucial for the continued growth and integrity of football in Grenada. Thisย collaboration with the Mexican Football Federation allows our local officials to gain world class insights and practical skills, which will undoubtedly elevate the standard of officiatingย across our domestic leagues.โ
Ms. Chรกvez Garcรญa brings a wealth of international experience, having officiated in numerousย high-profile matches during her career as a FIFA Assistant Referee. Her presence underscoresย the GFAโs dedication to providing top-tier training and development opportunities for itsย personnel.
The partnership with the Mexican Football Federation represents a bridge between twoย footballing nations, fostering knowledge exchange and strengthening ties within theย CONCACAF region.
