Umpiring is a crucial part of the region’s netball competitions, ensuring fair play, upholding the rules, and encouraging a high standard of the game across all levels.
AFL Barwon provide opportunities for individuals of all experience levels, from beginners learning the basics to accredited umpires officiating in senior competitions.
HOW TO BECOME AN UMPIRE?
There are pre-requisites that need to be completed prior to stepping on court with AFL Barwon to umpire.
Please follow the below steps:
1. Online Courses
Please complete the below courses. Once completed email certificates to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
AFL Barwon are primarily responsible for the strategic planning, development, coaching and training for the continued growth of AFL Football Umpiring in the the Barwon region.
AFL Barwon supply umpires to the Geelong Football Netball League, Bellarine Football Netball League, Geelong & District, Colac & District Football Netball League, as well as all Junior and Female Football competitions.
AFL Barwon uses Hudl for umpire coaching, game analysis, talent identification, club support, and reviewing umpire communication to improve performance and development.
Besides from regular AFL Barwon training, there are a range of opportunities to connect and develop at both a state and national level. For any further information, see the below opportunities or contact your umpire coach.
MENTORING
Aside from what’s taught in training, we pair new recruits with more experienced umpires to act as mentors. Just ask your AFL Barwon coach to help find you a good fit.
WOMEN & GIRLS
AFL Barwon is committed to creating positive and enjoyable experience for Women and Girls (cis or trans), and non-binary umpires, with a range of events to connect, upskill and make umpiring an enjoyable experience for all.
The Community Umpire Training Program is designed to support the development of community umpires across Australia and provide resources to community umpiring clubs who facilitate training.
Unfortunately, umpires can be the target of on-field abuse. But it’s not their job to stop it. The ‘Umpire Respect’ campaign is here to show the impact of umpire bullying and highlight how it’s all of our responsibility to make matchday a supportive and positive environment.
The AFL Integrity Reporting Portal allows members, including umpires, to make a report relating to allegations that may contravene the AFL Rules and Policies. Make a complaint here.
