Name: Billy Khatib
What has been the highlight of your career so far?
Being promoted to National List in April 2006.
What is the best game you have officiated and why?
Stockport County v MK Dons in April 2007. Stockport needed a point to finish in top six, MK Dons needed a point to go up that day. MK Dons won 3-2, and it was a fantastic game, atmosphere and crowd.
What are your aims as a National List Assistant Referee?
To officiate in a Play-Off game and maintain a credible position each year to stay on list, and maybe push for Select Group status.
What skills do you think you need to become an Assistant Referee?
Fitness, knowledge of laws - particularly offside! You need to keep a calm head and stay alert for 90 mins, especially after long periods of inactiveness.
Who has been the biggest influence in your career and why?
No one in particular, as everyone has something to offer and use in future games. You never stop learning.
In your opinion who is/was the best Assistant Referee?
I think all PGMOL Assistants are the best in the world in terms of technique & fitness. The better ones at the moment are of course the Select Group bunch.