T. (Tony) Martella
ROLL OF HONOUR
As a member for meritorious contribution
Inducted 2005
Migrated to Australia in 1959 from Chieti, Italy
Contributed to the game of soccer/football as a Player, Referee, Linesman, 4th Official and Administrator
Officiated in over 2000 games including 116 NSL and 33 different Cup Finals, also officiated in such leagues as NSL – Premier/State – Amateur – SAWSA – Juniors – Over 35’s – Collegiate – NYL. Member Referees Management Committee for over 15 years and the first referee in South Australia to be officially permitted to continue refereeing Premier League games after age 50
Associated with soccer/football in South Australia for over 47 years