Why umpire?
- Take Control: Ever tried to make a decision with hundreds of people screaming and thirty-six players depending on your judgement?
- Expert Training: You’ll be trained by some of the country’s top umpires with the backing of the Australian Football League.
- Achieve Your Goals: Umpires can climb the football ladder too.
- Reach Your Peak: Think of it as having your own personal trainer and dietician – but instead of you paying for their services, we’ll pay you.
- Financial Rewards: As well as the personal and physical rewards you get from umpiring, you also get paid!
- Choose Your Discipline: We’ll help you figure out which field suits you best and train you in that area.
- Be Part of the Action: Umpiring gives you the opportunity to actually take part in the football action, instead of just watching it.
New to umpiring
The AFL operates an introductory programme for new umpires – the “Green Shirt Program” – that uses accredited coaches and experienced umpires to mentor new umpires.
Experienced / returning umpires
The AFL Sydney Umpires | NSWAFUA caters for umpires of all ages and experiences in all disciplines.
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