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Alberto Riveron (born 1961 is an American football official in the National Football League (NFL), who wears uniform number 57. Beginning with the 2008 NFL season, Riveron was promoted to referee (crew chief) following the retirements of Gerald Austin and Larry Nemmers; before that, he was a side judge from 2004 (his first year of NFL officiating) to 2007.[1] Riveron is the first referee of Hispanic origin in NFL history.[1]. He is originaly from Cuba, having moved to the United States at the age of 5. [2] Prior to the NFL, Riveron spent 15 years officiating games in Conference USA and the Big East.

Outside of the NFL, Riveron works in South Florida, selling storm panels.

References

  1. ^ a b Sando, Mike (2008-04-01). "NFL promotes Cheffers, Riveron to referee". ESPN. Retrieved 2008-04-28. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  2. ^ Branch, John (2008-11-15). "For Alberto Riveron, From Cuba to N.F.L.'s First Hispanic Referee". New York Times. Retrieved 2008-11-15. {{cite news}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
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