The majority of our current AFLNC Senior umpires have played our great game previously and nearly all of the AFLNC Junior umpires currently play.
There is no doubt that if you have played or are still playing there are some direct benefits when looking to take up umpiring. Certainly having an understanding of the rules and an appreciation of the game from a players perspective do help.
Please see the link below which is an article by Jordan Bannister on his transition from playing at the elite level to umpiring at the same level
http://www.backpagelead.com.au/afl/7381-jordan-bannister-my-life-as-an-ump
So if you are a current player, ex player or know of one who might like to try their hand at umpiring to stay involved in our great sport, keep fit and earn a little bit of money in the process please contact Matt Crawley on 0431 877 173. He will then put you in contact with the appropriate umpires coach/coordinator.
Last Modified on 25/10/2012 15:35