BLOW THAT WHISTLE:

Hope everyone so far has enjoyed their umpiring. For the umpires who are not confident we have a "Runner" to run and support them throughout the game.

I would like to thank Emily Holzberger, Abi Meafou and Takita Weaver who have been runners every week so far, plus umpiring themselves also.

As the girls get more confidence they seem to enjoy the umpiring rather than loathing it, because of worry and stress of not being good enough.

Now about blowing that whistle: When you are learning to umpire you see things then in the next instance you doubt yourself. This is what creates the hesitance and then the moment is gone. I have watched it on our own junior games this season, and as we are all aware it is very frustrating.

This is why you need to BLOW the WHISTLE, the words can come as you get better. At first at least just tell the team who has won the ball its their pass. Your runner can help you clarify the rule if need be.

RULE OF THE WEEK:

13.2 (iii) & (iv) Page 28 of the rule book:

A player may not attempt to gain possession of the ball while lying, sitting or kneeling on the ground

A player may not throw the ball while lying, sitting or kneeling on the ground.

PENALTY: Free pass to the opposion team where the infringement occured.

See you next week,

Max

Wow what a start to the season. Thanks to all the girls who umpired today. Feedback was very positive and encouraging for a bright future in umpiring in our club.

This week at training on Tuesday evening we will be holding an "Umpires and Rules session" for all 12's, 13's and 14's.

During this session we will clarify rules and how to look for them on court. Also when and where to award penalties etc.

Bring a chair, or something to sit on. You will still need sports clothes and whistle if you have one. Note book may be handy, though I will give out a brief flyer on hints to umpiring.

Look forward to seeing you all at training, and you never know Easter Bunny may come and deliver us a treat!

See you all Tuesday!

We are getting closer to our season start and now we have to start our preparation for umpires!

Everyone needs:

• a good FINGER whistle. If you do not own one already, please obtain one or contact me and I can purchase from Netball Qld for you.
• Hat or Cap
• Sunscreen
• Water bottle
• Know your rules (after our umpires clinic you will understand how to interpret these rules and what to look for)

Wests Requirements of Umpires:

• 15 minutes early to sign on. Sign on for the correct team that you have been allocated for (so we dont get fined!!!)
• Club Uniform or whites if you are in training.
• Choose the end you wish to umpire (hint: select between facing the sun or not or being away from spectators)
• Check nails and jewellery are correct before the game.
• Introduce yourself to your other umpire.

HOPE TO SEE YOU AT AN UMPIRES CLINIC THAT WE ARE ORGANISING FOR THE CLUB VERY SOON.

Starting of A Game:

All umpires need to check:

• Jewelery cannot be worn unless it is a wedding band or medical bracelet which must be taped.
• Nails must be short ( make sure you cannot see then over the top of the players fingers)
• No caps only soft visors

Players are responsible for:

• The toss for who takes the first centre pass
• That their team is on court and ready to go

Umpires need to make sure you have organised:

• A whistle that works
• Club uniform or Whites
• Sports footwear must be worn
• Meet with your opposing umpires to decide what side to umpire

Looking forward to a great season in 2010. Keep an eye on this page for more hints and rule clarification.

Max

Lakers Umpiring 2010

Hi, this Web site is to help explain to Lakers Netball Players some of the rules for Netball, so Lakers players can learn how to be a confident netball umpire.

More soon
Max