Umpires are an integral part of the AFL community - without umpires there is no game.
The AFL has developed a Trainee Umpire support program that aims to assist someone learning the skills of umpiring to develop in a safe and welcoming environment. Umpires will be supplied with a Trainee Umpire vest to wear on top of their umpiring uniform. This alerts players, coaches, officials and spectators that the umpire is learning.
Mentors from the trainee umpire’s community group will provide support so that they have someone to share their experiences and ask questions. If you are interested in getting in the game and becoming an umpire please contact the club or visit www.getinthegame.com.au.
Become and umpire, keep fit, stay social, help the community and best of all, get paid.
Umpiring Pathway
The umpiring pathway details the steps that an umpire may take in their umpiring career. Most umpires will commence umpiring school or community junior matches before progressing up the pathway. Visit www.getinthegame.com.au for more information and pathways.
