Welcome to the Bendigo Umpires Association, the 2014, 2016 and 2017 Umpire Group of the year.
The Bendigo Umpires Association (BUA) is one of the oldest umpiring groups in Victoria, adjudicating football in Central Victoria since 1931.
The BUA services 46 games each weekend supplying Field, Boundary and Goal umpires in the Bendigo Football Netball League, North Central Football League, Loddon Valley Football Netball League as well as the Bendigo Junior Football League and Bendigo Youth Womens League.
Our clubrooms are located at Weeroona Oval, Midland Highway Bendigo.
Training is held on Tuesday and Thursday nights starting at 5:30pm. New umpires are always welcome to come along and observe a training session and to ask questions about what's involved in being an umpire.
Throughout the year, a number of training sessions are focussed on skill areas that both younger and older, new and experienced umpires can participate in with a view to becoming better umpires. These sessions are lead by experienced and skilful coaches.
Members and potential members under the age of 18 are welcome to bring a parent with them on their first night so that they may observe first hand the safe and enjoyable environment their child will be involved in.
The BUA is a family club. In 2017 we had 26 families, consisting of fathers and sons and daughters as well as brothers and sisters. This in turn develops great camaraderie between members of all ages and their families. Becoming an umpire teaches you many things, develops your confidence, creates leaders and creates friendships. All while staying fit and active along with the added bonus of earning money along the way.
Join today and take up this challenging, yet rewarding experience.
Email: sharon.mccoll@aflcentralvic.com.au
Phone: 0418 569 394
Mission Statment:
The Bendigo Umpires Association’s primary role is to provide the best umpiring service to the leagues in which it is employed to umpire. Within a safe and mutually respectful environment, the association will provide opportunities for both female and males to participate in Australian Rules Football.
The association will provide quality coaching which will enable members to reach their full potential. BUA are committed to creating a culture in which coaches, umpires and parents can work together to build individuals and demonstrate the virtues of teamwork. Helping each other to achieve our individual and collective goals.