Introduction to Umpiring
Welcome to Kalahockey Agenda Welcome – Richard Introductions - Reece Young, Ben Harris ‘Introduction to Umpiring’ presentation – Reece Questions Kalahockey Junior Umpiring Academy - Richard Questions Supper – Tea/Coffee available during and after
Reece Young – umpiring history
Umpiring Pathways Australian & International Umpire top level open age Australian Championships or international games Level 2 Umpire high level club hockey, high level intra-state championships and higher level Australian Championships Level 1 Umpire higher levels of club hockey, intra-state championships and low level Australian Championships Community Umpire Kalaminkey, modified versions of the game or lower level club hockey.
Accreditation Requirements – Community Umpire Who should become a Community Umpire? The Community Umpire program is directed towards the needs of players, parents, teachers and other new umpires who are involved in Hookin2Hockey, modified versions of the game or lower level club hockey. Minimum requirements to undertake Community Umpire Qualifications? There are no minimum requirements; it is an enjoyable and straightforward training program. You should be willing to learn and be prepared to undertake two hours of training.
Accreditation Requirements – Community Umpire How to get the qualification? There are four easy steps to gain your community umpire accreditation. Visit the HockeyEd site and log into your account. If you are new to HockeyEd, you can create an account by filling in a few of your details. Once logged-in, you can register for the Community Umpire Accreditation (free of charge) by clicking on ‘umpire’, then ‘community umpire’. Here you can view the learning material which is categorised in four sections; manage self, manage athletes, manage others, manage environment. Once you have read learning material, there is a short quiz with interactive hockey videos and questions for you to answer. This should take you between and 30 minutes to an hour. Finally, you download the Practical Competency Checklist and organise with your local HockeyEd Coordinator to have your umpiring practically evaluated during one match (45 minutes minimum).
Accreditation Requirements Level 1 Umpire HockeyEd Register in the HockeyEd Level 1 Umpire Accreditation ($50) Australian Sports Commission (ASC) Certificate (free) Create an ASC account Complete the online components of the course: Play by the Rules (ASC) Course, Child Protection Harassment & Discrimination Complete online quiz: Legal Responsibilities and Risk Management Community Officiating General Principles. Workshop Attend Level 1 Umpire Workshop – at Kalahockey as part of the Junior Umpire Academy Practical Assessment Request a practical assessment. Download the Level 1 Umpire Practical Competency Checklist and bring this with you to your assessment.
Competencies Manage Self Attain a level of fitness appropriate to the standard of hockey Prepare physically and psychologically for umpiring activity Exhibit correct basic positioning on the field Receive and respond to feedback from the Umpire Coach/Senior Umpires. Manage Athletes Apply the basic rules of hockey Demonstrate correct use of the whistle Demonstrate correct use of signals Respond effectively to dangerous play. Manage Others Apply a positive and cooperative attitude towards others Communicate with co-umpire Manage Environment Identify and act upon potential risks and hazards in the competition environment
Role of the Umpire To the players, coaches, officials and spectators, the match in which they are participating is the most important match played that day. They look to you to manage it accordingly. You make key contributions of the overall enjoyment of a game. Keep this in mind – No Matter the standard of the game, age of the players, who your co-umpire is and whether you are paid or just “helping out”. Umpire to the best of your ability and how you would expect to be umpired!
Qualities of a Great Umpire “Manages”, doesn’t “Control” the game Develops rapport with Players, Coaches & Officials Knowledge of the rules Decisiveness and consistency of decisions Protects skilful play and penalises offenses Good communication Integrity and honesty Composure Confidence Being Prepared Concentration Good role model
Preparation & Responsibilities Mental Concentration & Relaxation Knowledge of rules and responsibilities Physical Fitness, Injury prevention & sleep Warm up & cool down Uniform, footwear & sun protection Equipment: Whistles, cards, time & score keeping Punctuality Hydration & diet Responsibilities Pitch & goals inspection Timekeeping Scorekeeping & Signatures.
Positioning Stay ahead and to the right of the ball Maintain a clear view of the ball Be close enough to midfield to see clearly what happens, but not too close to limit vision. Able to see co-umpire as required. Never turn you back on the play Beat the ball to the circle, get to the baseline early Be composed and convincing when making decisions, especially in the circle.
Positioning UMPIRE 2 UMPIRE 1
• Take note of the standard J-Curve Would prefer the left to be more attacking of the D • And the right to come further for assistance as • disengaged If fast break down opposite side, cut straight to your • *These are of people I have coached, not of myself post/spot or top of D depending on the play
Positioning – Penalty Positioning – Penalty Stroke Corner What are the roles of the 2 umpires?
Whistling Whistle Fox 40 classic/ mini is the standard - Practice using your whistle – players practice their stick work all the time Use a ‘spitting’ action to get the short sharp sounds. Whistle tones Short and sharp Short, sharp but louder Longer and louder Very loud and long Holding the whistle Don’t keep it in your mouth!! Keep it in your hand. The delay in putting to mouth may allow you time to give advantage Only keep it in place during your sound or if you need to give a couple of tweets to get a players attention
Management Talk To Captains, and/or senior players if the captain is the issue Verbal Warning Cards – Green (2) / Yellow (5) / Yellow (10) / Red Remain calm. Sometimes it requires you to be the calming person on the field, if you too are flustered, the players will continue to heighten the situation. Never respond to spectator abuse. That is the role of the venue. Take action
Management - Communication Be pro-active – recognise and call penalties early Set standards early – TALK to the players Be definite and firm with decisions and communication Don’t take criticisms personally Be professional, remain calm, address the problem – not the emotions Too Too Friendly Authorative Flow Control
Management Cards Be professional, remain calm, address the problem – not the emotions Hold the card up high and in the direction of player (& Tech Bench if there is one) Try not to engage in conversations, Name/number and a point in the direction of where the offence occurred (if delayed) Stay relaxed!
Teamwork Eye Contact Pre-Match Talk Areas of control & shared areas Have Fun Communication Assistance Use of microphones Game Management (cards) Setting the standard Be Consistent PC assistance Overheads What is Coat hangers (double whistles) Plan B Dangerous Play Consistency
Working With Children Check In your role as an Umpire, you may come across environments where children are participating in sport. ALL umpires and technical officials operating within our competitions and events need to provide Hockey WA a copy of their current Working With Children Card. WA State law, specifically the Working with Children (Criminal Record Checking) Act 2004, requires anyone working with children to assess whether they need to have a Working with Children Check (WWCC).
Rules Make sure you have read the 2020 Rules of Hockey plus Junior variations Local rules will apply to timing of Matches
Rule Changes – 2019/2020 Goal Keepers “A mandatory experiment is introduced with effect from 1 January 2019 taking out the option for teams to play with a Field Player with Goalkeeping Privileges. Teams have now two options : They either play with a Goalkeeper who wears protective equipment comprising at least headgear, leg guards and kickers and who is also permitted to wear goalkeeping hand protectors and other protective equipment, Or they play with Field Players only. Any change between these options should be treated as a substitution. “This mandatory experiment leads to changes in many other Rules as the option to play with a Field Player with Goalkeeping privileges is taken out”.
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