Colin Trussell

Colin Charles Trussell (born 1 September 1948) is an English former football referee from Crosby, Liverpool, who officiated in the English Football League^[1][2] from 1985-1993 during which time he officiated more than 250 professional football games.

Trussell became a referee after deciding against playing football fulltime for family reasons.^{[citation needed]} Before becoming a referee he had trials with a number of clubs, most notably with the Tranmere Rovers.^{[citation needed]} He did however play part time with a number of lower league clubs, including Marine F.C. Whilst playing for Marine he earned the nickname 'Whippet', due to his straight line speed with the ball at his feet.^{[citation needed]}

Trussell took charge of many high profile games and was considered to be a 'ruthless but fair' referee. Probably the highlight of his professional refereeing career was being the chosen as the 'man with the whistle' at the Wembely stadium for a play off final. He was known as a strong decision making ref that was well respected at the top level. Several top flight managers including Joe Royle had much praise for Mr.Trussell's performances. Unfortunately his refereeing career was cut short again due to his family commitments.

References

1. ^ "Leeds United F.C. History- Greatest Leeds United games". ozwhitelufc.net.au. http://www.ozwhitelufc.net.au/28-10-1987%20LUFC%20v%20Oldham.htm. Retrieved 2010-02-03. 
2. ^ "Referee-Colin Trussell". Football Database. http://www.footballdatabase.eu/football.arbitres.colin.trussell.3264.en.html. Retrieved 2010-02-03. 

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Name	Trussell, Colin
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Short description	English footballer
Date of birth	1948-09-01
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