Late Match Commissioner Masemola mourned
8 January 2021 – Condolences continue to pour in for respected former referee and Match Commissioner, Philemon Masemola who passed away on Tuesday, 5 January 2021.
Several colleagues have expressed their shock at the passing of “Bra Phil” , as Masemola was popularly known in football circles.
Here is what some of the late Masemola’s colleagues and friends had to say about his untimely death.
Mark Lindon: Chairperson of Examinations Board & current Match Commissioner
Bra Phil was a gentleman of the highest order who was quiet and gentle. He was passionate about his refereeing and as a mentor he cared for those who looked up to him – he was a ‘father figure’ to us all.