Here’s the 2015 USFHA Rules Briefing Video, presented by Steven Horgan, FIH UM and USFHA National Umpire Director. Always remember to check with the umpiring leaders with your national governing body to ensure you are following their interpretations. If you see things that you don’t understand, seek clarification and get answers. We can all get on the […]
Welsh International Dino Willox featured by Hockey Brisbane
A terrific interview with a brilliant umpire and person. FIH Grade 1 Dino Willox talks us through their philosophy on and off the pitch, how umpiring develops leadership and other professional skills, the decision to move to Brisbane, and the story of their biggest appointment to the final of the Commonwealth Games.
Attack Free Hit Within 5m – Tony Morales Video
FIH UM Tony Morales (ESP) has prepared a short but very useful video showing a variety of scenarios involving attacking free hits taken within the 5m dotted line. Check it out and share away!
Whistle Maintenance & Cleaning « Refereeing the Beautiful Game
Have you ever pulled your favourite whistle out of your kit bag and noticed it was a little grungy? A lot grungy? Hey, we’re not judging. Ok, just not much. Rather, we’re here to help. So check out this video and the accompanying blog post over on Refereeing the Beautiful Game and let us know: what’s […]
Umpire Claire Adenot gets voices in her head
Did you catch this moment? At the recent Fintro World League Semi-Finals in Antwerp, Claire Adenot (FRA) carried on a lovely conversation with ace commentator Michael Absalom (in French, no less!) as her wires were getting uncrossed during a match. Technology is a wonderful thing!
Answer: FHA Inside the Hash Line
Drum roll please… We canvassed your opinions on what the correct call is for this FHA inside the hash line. Now, here’s the answer from the FIH umpires who were on the game. The verdict is: play on. As you’ll recall, the FIH guidance set out very clearly that when a free hit for the attack is […]
Umpires, the Unsung Heroes – Pan American Hockey Federation
With the 2015 Pan Am Games now underway in Toronto, Canada, this continent’s Rio qualifier provides a special environment for both PAHF and neutral umpires. Here’s a recent article where umpires Carol Metchette (IRE, now retired) and Ayanna McClean (TTO) share their memories of umpiring in a multi-sport games in this incredibly diverse hockey region. Source: Umpires, the unsung heroes […]
UDP – 2015 Update – European Hockey Federation
In this latest instalment of The Chronicles of Europe, Jean Duncan gives us an update on many of the past UDP participants and where they’ve been to lately. Great work everyone! Further news of UDP Umpires in action around the world. Hot off the press – Sarah Wilson has been upgraded to World Development Panel following […]
