Throwing back to my recent interview on the Half Court Press Podcast’s Whistle-Blowers series, Tao MacLeod asked me how umpires develop and gain experience at international tournaments. Check out the full episode!👇
Hockey Rules & Interpretations: Understanding the Aerial Ball | #FeatureFriday
Although 2 opposing players were within 5m of each other when the aerial was launched, the attacker starts in front and could have safely received the ball but for the encroachment from a defender.
Half Court Press Podcast: Pan American Hockey Ep. 2 – The Keely Dunn Interview
The sport of hockey is played and enjoyed all over the world. In the sixth season of the Half Court Press Podcast, we focus on what has been happening in the Pan American region of the sport. In this series, we gain perspectives and opinions from those involved in the game that might not always […]
#UmpireAtHome Ep. 18 with Soledad Iparraguirre
Beyoncé. Shakira. Hillary. Soledad. #UmpireAtHome welcomes the legend who needs no second name, Soledad (Iparraguirre just for the SEO) on an Umpire Managers’ Edition. After an unparalleled career on the pitch, Soledad now shares her experience and keen vision of the game with the next generation of FIH stars and a torrent of talent back […]
Half Court Press Podcast: The Whistleblowers Ep. 6
I sit down in the virtual sense with Tao Macleod to tell the most awkward stories from my umpiring career and share all the things I’m trying to do with FHumpires. Listen here…
#UmpireAtHome Ep. 17 with David Ellcock
It’s time to celebrate and learn more about our technical brethren on #UmpireAtHome, and there’s no better person than David Ellcock to bring the family together. A former top National League umpire, David knows all about the crucial relationship between officials and umpires. He’s also ready to tell us all kinds of spine-chilling stories of […]
#UmpireAtHome Ep. 16 with Michelle Joubert
Rio Olympic gold medal umpire Michelle Joubert visits #UmpireAtHome next. We’ll make our way through her work during last year’s Pro League matchup between GBR v AUS at Lee Valley, and check in on topics like cards, fitness and why the set-up in SA produces so many top-flight whistlers! 📅 Facebook Live: June 6 14.00 […]
#UmpireAtHome Ep. 15 with Simon Mason
If you believe as I do that commentators have a massive role in presenting the game and how umpires are calling it, then you’re not going to want to miss this episode. Simon Mason, retired GB Olympian and ENG goalkeeper and commentating superstar, will explore his approach to intertwining his playing experience, umpiring knowledge and […]