Offaly County Board's overturn the four-week ban
on Brian Gavin
Hurling Referee BrianGavin was reported by football Pauric Pierce
for making alleged comments during the Offaly Junior Football Championship
quarter-final between Clara and Kilclonfert in July but the suspension was
subsequently rescinded, allowing the high-profile referee to take charge of the
All-Ireland hurling semi-final between Kilkenny and Waterford on August 9.
Gavin sought a hearing which was due to take place but Croke
Park intervened and requested that the hearing be brought forward to avoid a
distraction for Gavin as he prepared for Sunday's match 9 Aug.
Offaly County Board's decided to overturn the four-week ban
without issuing an explanation
Pierce overcame a quadruple bypass 12 months ago to referee
again and believes his treatment is typical and he has a thankless job.
"I'm wondering what ruling this comes under and I want
clarification. If I made a mistake in my report or done something wrong then I
want to know. I just want answers."
Pierce stepped down as Offaly Coiste na nÓg chairman as result
of the ruling and even after seeking clarification 13 days ago, no response
has been forthcoming.
What comments did Brian Gavin make to Pauric Pierce that
Offaly County Board deemed not to be offensive and not to merit a ban. And will
he referee the All Ireland final as a result.
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