Leo Scullion is one of snooker’s top referees and has taken charge of several major finals, including the 2019 World Championship final at the Crucible.
From: Glasgow
Highest break: 93 a long time ago. I would be lucky to get a 9 or even 3 nowadays!
Qualified as a referee: Grade 3-1984. Joined the PRA in 1999.
First pro match: It was 1999 during the days of the old Challenge Tour but I can’t remember who the players were. My first TV match was Stephen Lee v Patrick Wallace at the Scottish Masters.
Most memorable match: It has to be the 2019 World Championship final between Judd Trump and John Higgins. A fantastic match which set new records.
Most embarrassing moment: A match between Ken Doherty and Ian McCulloch in Aberdeen. We walked through the curtain only to find that I had forgotten to set up the table.
If you weren’t a referee what would you do? Anything which allowed me time with my family.
Which is the toughest rule to apply? The simultaneous hit.
What do you carry in your pocket? Two ball markers: one blue, one black. A £5 coin because it’s large and easy to handle, a pen and a small cloth to keep the spectacles clean.
Where do you get your gloves? I will often use Dents gloves from Slaters menswear, but I was given a few pairs from one of my Chinese colleagues which were very good.
Interests: Playing golf, sport on TV, Indian food. I live in Irvine, Ayrshire now and I enjoy living by the sea.