Umpire Coordinator

The Umpire Coordinator is responsible for managing umpires in the club by providing training, support and encouragement.

Report regularly to monthly association meetings.
Receive any correspondence relating to umpiring matters, circulate to umpires in and act upon it if necessary.
Ensure that all umpires, players and coaches are conversant with rule changes or updates in interpretations.
Provide practical coaching and lectures for umpires.
Appoint a junior umpires’ coordinator to develop the theory and practical skills of junior umpires if necessary.
Arrange for coaching of umpires including on-field assistance and directions regarding current interpretations of new and existing rules.
Arrange for theory and practical testing of umpires where appropriate and maintain a register of badges awarded and theory passes gained.
Nominate suitable umpires for talent camps, where possible.
Select and nominate umpires for district teams when they attend state championships.
Arrange for an umpires’ coach to attend state championships, wherever possible.
Seek guidance and support through the regional, state and national associations.