NOW couldn't be a better time to take up the whistle and see what referees require to take control of local matches.

All the recent publicity about refereeing standards has put the job into the media spotlight.

Now, there's the chance to find out more about the men in the middle by signing on for a refereeing course later this month.

Evesham WMC is the venue for the eight-week course that is due to start on Tuesday, November 27 from 7.30pm.

Ring Brian Collett on 01386 552746, Martin Malin on 01386 858313 or Bill Allsopp on 01299 826654 for more information.