Umpiring
Umpiring keeps the game fair, fast and fun for everyone. Whether it’s on local ovals, or at elite levels, umpires play a vital role in shaping the spirit of the sport. It’s a dynamic, rewarding way to stay connected to the game, building lifelong skills.
The umpire development pathway provides umpires, umpire coaches and administrators with a clear journey from community participation through to pre-elite development and elite high-performance levels. It’s a true sport-for-all framework designed to support lifelong involvement in Australian Rules Football umpiring.
Women and girls in umpiring
There are dedicated programs and support pathways designed to encourage more women and girls to get involved in umpiring — here are just a few.
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Umpire your way program
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Come & try sessions
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Experience hubs
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National umpire development program
Frequently asked questions
- Field Umpire – Be in the heart of the game, officiate the laws of the game, ensuring fair play.
- Boundary Umpire – Moves along the boundary, judging whether the ball is out of bounds or out on the full, and returns the ball to play with a throw-in.
- Goal Umpire –Are responsible for deciding if a goal or behind has been scored, signalling the score and recording it on your goal cards.
- Umpire Coach – Help mentor new umpires and guide them to success.
Simply complete the registration form above and you will be contacted about the next steps.
A positive attitude and a willingness to learn are key. After registering, you’ll be expected to:
- Register on our online Umpires database, Officials HQ (its’ free and easy)
- Have a valid Working With Children (WWC) check
You can train weekly with your local umpiring club to develop your skills. We also have Coaches & Mentors who provide on-site feedback during match days, especially during your first few games.
Umpiring itself is free. Weekly training sessions come at no cost. The only initial expense is the uniform, but you’ll quickly earn this back within 2-3 games.
Acknowledgement of Country
WA Football acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the many lands across Western Australia where we train, play, and come together through football. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, and extend that respect to all First Nations people. We recognise the deep and continuing contribution First Nations peoples make to our game and our communities.
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