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Former Premier League ref Keith Hackett named new president of NCEFL

FORMER Premier League referee Keith Hackett has been named as the new president of the Northern Counties East League.

by
The Non-League Football Paper Team
3 October 2021

FORMER Premier League referee Keith Hackett has been named as the new president of the Northern Counties East League.

Hackett, who in 2004 became general manager of the Professional Game Match Officials Board, replaces Howard Webb who has stood down after 10 years in the role.
In recent times, Hackett has been president of member club Penistone Church.
Hackett said: “I accept this position knowing in my own heart that my refereeing colleague and friend over many years, David Morrall, who has contributed to the success of this competition, would have been the ideal candidate if it had not be...

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