Richard Silverwood
English rugby league referee
About Richard Silverwood
Born 1976. Richard Silverwood is a rugby league referee.
First games Silverwood's first professional game was York - Batley Bulldogs on 28 March 1999.
He was Rugby Football League's referee of the year in 2006.
Super League Grand Final Silverwood refereed the Super League Grand Final in 2010, 2012 and 2013.
International Silverwood refereed four Australia v New Zealand Anzac Tests in 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012.
He also refereed Australia v New Zealand in the 4 Nations in 2010.
He refereed the 2013 Rugby League World Cup final.
Suspensions Silverwood was suspended three times by the Rugby Football League, in 2009, 2011 and at the time of his retirement in 2016.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is Richard Silverwood?
English rugby league referee
When was Richard Silverwood born?
Richard Silverwood was born on 30 June 1976 in Dewsbury.
What is Richard Silverwood's occupation?
Richard Silverwood is a rugby league referee.
Sources & further reading
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