York and district rugby league stalwart Stuart Evans has been presented with a tankard to mark more than 30 years of service to the game.

The 56-year-old referee has spent years serving on committees, helping at association events and representing the York and District Amateur Rugby League at various meetings, but has decided to stand down.

To recognise his support over the years, a presentation was made to him following a talk for the referees by Eurig Thomas at a recent meeting.

Updated: 10:29 Thursday, October 21, 2004