Former Olympic and World Panel FIH umpire and current Rio-bound video umpire Lisa Roach (AUS) offers a rare glimpse inside the video booth and into the relationship between the VU and pitch umpires. This article is a must read for anyone curious about the nuances of video review in the most pressure-packed hockey matches in the world. Source: […]
Umpire Nathan Stagno receives Golden Whistle | FIH
In case you missed it, one of our favourite bald umpires (yes, there are many so it’s a big group) achieved his major milestone at the Hero Hockey World League Finals in Raipur last month. Nathan Stagno made history becoming the first umpire from the tiny country of Gibraltar to umpire 100 senior international matches, a […]
This is what a GoPro looks like on a field hockey umpire
A very cool segment produced by Hockey.nl where international umpire Jasper Nagtzaam (NED) wore a GoPro during a six-nations tournament. Jasper contributes his thoughts on preparation and other topics. Some of the dialog is subtitled, but if anyone would like to contribute the rest, I’m sure the English speakers of the FHu world would appreciate it!
Michelle Joubert Joins Elite Group | FIH
Michelle Joubert has become the second South African woman in history to achieve 100 senior international caps and her Golden Whistle. Huge congratulations, Michelle! “Over the years I have learnt to love umpiring, I have learnt to cope with the pressures relating to umpiring. I really love being out on the field, I am always excited […]
Oct and Nov FIH Upgrades
Huge congratulations to all of the upgrades and retirements for the months of October and November! Of special note, Word Panel and Indoor Grade 1 umpire Caroline Brunekreef is hanging up her international whistle after a long and successful career. Thanks for all of your contributions to the game and hopefully up-and-coming umpires will continue to benefit […]
A Feel For The Game: MLS Referees | FOX Soccer
FOX Soccer has produced this fascinating look into the professional lives of MLS referees. Although there are many similarities with game management, the pressures faced and the commitment of FIH umpires to excellence, the level of professionalism you see here is exactly what Michelle Joubert was calling for. Source: FOX Soccer (US Only)
2016 Rules of Indoor Hockey Released
Quiet as a mouse, the FIH has let the 2016 Rules of Indoor Hockey slip into the world. For most jurisdictions around the world, no biggie, as the rules should take effect Jan 1 and many are still in the midst of their outdoor seasons. It just so happens that in the immediate locale of this […]
The Road to Rio… Umpires and Officials – European Hockey Federation
As Europe was awarded four Assistant TD roles, one Umpire Manager Role, thirteen Umpires and two Video Umpires, it was a day of great celebration! If there’s one thing we LOVE about the European Hockey Federation, it’s that they really big ups their umpires and officials. Plus, it’s always a good time to see more pics […]
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