"We were honoured to welcome István Kovács, UEFA Elite Referee, to our school for a special assembly that proved to be both inspiring and memorable for our students," an announcement from American Academy Larnaca notes.
According to the school, during the session, Kovács "shared his remarkable journey to the highest levels of international football officiating, highlighting the values of discipline, professionalism, resilience and commitment to excellence that have shaped his career. His personal experiences and insights offered students a powerful reminder that success is built on dedication, integrity, and continuous self-improvement."
As underlined in AAL's announcement, "Students had the unique opportunity to learn firsthand about the demands of elite-level refereeing, the importance of decision-making under pressure and the role of fairness in sport and in life. Mr Kovács’ engaging and authentic approach resonated strongly with the audience, motivating students to pursue their own goals with confidence and perseverance."
The school extended its sincere thanks to István Kovács "for taking the time to visit our school and for inspiring our students through his journey."
