Referees exams have started during the weekend after training, the chairperson of Tonj Local Football Association told Don Bosco Radio.
Valentino Machar Ater said only 19 referees managed and six of them missed without clear information.
The chairperson appreciated the National Football Association for organized this training of referees that conclude with exams in the country in order to strength in different parts of South Sudan.
Deng Madut Deng, Acting Minister of Information, said the exams are brought from Juba and is the first time for Tonj State referees to attempt.
Kuol Manyual, one of the referees, said their first exams’ trial will enable them to have better knowledge on football rules and regulations.
The referee ensured encouraged football players to carry on with their talents and not to give up in the state and that referees and coaches will do their best.
The speakers spoke during the weekend to Don Bosco Radio in the sport office during the exams Tonj.