Netball Umpires

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Nominations are now closed (30/10/23)

 

 

Netball NSW (NNSW) is committed to supporting umpires in their development by providing opportunities to increase their knowledge; gain experience; and develop and extend their personal attributes and competencies. NNSW will support the Regional Academies of Sport (RAS) for the development and support of pre-elite netball umpires.

 

The purpose of the program is to:

  • Provide a training environment that allows the pre-elite umpires the opportunity to access quality services and programs as they progress through the NNSW Umpire pathway.
  • Implement the NNSW Umpire program, as set by NNSW in conjunction with the Netball Australia (NA) Umpire pathway.
  • Prepare umpires for National badge accreditation awards.
  • Provide umpire education and promote continuous improvement to develop the regions umpires.

Academy Program

As an integral component of the NNSW Umpire pathway, HAS will deliver a program that supports identified talented umpires to access quality education and development opportunities delivered by professional and specialised service providers in a well-managed, monitored and controlled environment.

The HAS Umpire program will consist of on court & in field training, fitness program and education.

Athlete Eligibility

Umpires must be from within the Hunter Academy of Sport (HAS) catchment area and meet minimum pre-requisite of:

  • Be aged between 14-18 (born 2010, 2009, 2008, 2007 or 2006) years of age in the year of the program
  • Be working towards a National C or B badge
  • Associations must sign off on umpire applications
  • Display the potential to progress through the NNSW & NA Umpire pathway
  • Demonstrate a dedication to improving performance

Program Outline (Draft)

  • Fitness Testing Sessions
  • On Court Training Sessions
  • Education sessions in conjunction with the 2022/23Netball squad
  • State League Netball Competition *
  • Your Local Club Academy Games **
  • NSW Netball Regional Academy Camp TBC ***

* Please note State League dates aren't realised until early 2023 (State League coaching for umpires participating at State League games, umpires not participating can attend to observe).

**  All umpires will be required to attend each session, however, a limited number of umpires may be selected to attend the Academy Games. This decision will be under the discretion of the coach

*** NSW Regional Academy Netball Camp subject to Netball NSW dates and confirmation

Program Cost

A program levy will be applicable to successful athletes and a uniform levy will also be applicable

Trial Date 
Trials will be held Sunday 26th November 8am at Maitland Basketball Stadium

If you can't attend these trials please contact tara@thinksport.com.au to request a special considerations form to complete


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