Aimee Barrett-Theron steps down from refereeing after breast cancer diagnosis

Leading female referee Aimee Barrett-Theron has paused her career to undergo treatment for breast cancer, with plans to return to officiating.

• Barrett-Theron, a 39-year-old South African referee, stood down after being diagnosed with breast cancer.
• She stated the cancer is treatable and that she is working with a specialist team to return to the field.
• Barrett-Theron urged others to perform self-checks and seek medical advice for unusual symptoms.
• South African Rugby Union president Mark Alexander said he is confident she will approach her treatment with determination.