SOCCER referees in Craven showcased their knowledge of the laws of the game in the Yorkshire final of a 'Football Mastermind' competition in 1971.

They beat a team of Wakefield referees in the final and went on successfully defend their title the following year. This information comes from team member - and Skipton's 'Mr Sport' - Roger Ingham, who is pictured third from left on the back row. Also pictured are, back from left, Peter Marsden, George Smith, Malcolm Harling. Front is Colin Burns receiving the trophy from West Riding County Football Association president Frank Barrett. Pictures for this page are always welcome. They can be emailed to: news@cravenherald.co.uk; sent via the 'share your story' button the Craven Herald website; or by post to Craven Herald and Pioneer, 38 High Street, Skipton BD23 1JU. If possible please include a daytime telephone number.