Umpire Development Pathway

Take your umpiring to the next level

Welcome to the Umpire Development Pathway

The Umpire Development Pathway is for aspiring umpires like you. Consider this your one-stop shop for everything you need to know to take your umpiring to the next level.

THE ELITE UMPIRING PROFILE

Do you want to know how to get the most out of your umpiring potential? If so, you should familiarise yourself with the Elite Umpiring Profile.

The profile outlines the attributes commonly found in the game's best umpires.
 
These six capabilities are all equally important and you should aim to develop each across your umpiring journey.

ELITE UMPIRING CAPABILITIES

Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Self-Driven Learner

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Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Optimal Mental Performance and Health

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Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Healthy and Effective Relationships

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Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Expert Reader Of The Play

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Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Strong Game Skills

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Elite Umpiring Capabilities: Accurate Decision Maker

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PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT PLANNING

Developing the Elite Umpiring Profile takes time and requires you to maintain continual engagement in your role as an umpire.

Achieving your umpiring goals requires planning, commitment, and hard work.

Consistently maintaining a Personal Development Plan, that includes measurable goals, and specific actions to help achieve them, are a key component of reaching your umpiring potential.

Pathway Resources

If you’re looking for resources to help you develop as an umpire, you’ve come to the right place. Register below for access to the AFL's Umpire Decision Making platform.

We will be adding more resources to this page so make sure you check back regularly to help you take your umpiring to the next level.