A person must be turning 12 that year to be eligible to undertake the HDNA Basic Umpires Course and commence umpiring at the Association.
Hinterland District Netball Association rules are that Clubs must supply umpires for all of their Saturday teams.
WOULD YOU LIKE TO UMPIRE?
Without an umpire, there is no game.
Umpiring is great to learn – it can be challenging at times but is far more often rewarding. It is particularly good for players to see “the other side of the game”, it can help with their playing ability, can build confidence and the umpires are paid.
BASIC UMPIRES COURSE INFORMATION
Keep your eye out for the email regarding the Basic Umpires Course.
This is free to attend and is held at the HDNA or Somerset College (usually on a Sunday). You cannot start to umpire until you attend this course and it may only be held once a year. If you are interested in learning the basics of netball umpiring from the grass roots level, this course is for you.
At this course you will learn all about an umpire’s role, an umpire’s duties and responsibilities, gain a good understanding of basic netball rules and some practical on court umpiring experience – all with an element of FUN!
RULES OF NETBALL THEORY
The online Rules of Netball Theory exam tests the basic rules of the game and a 70% pass is needed in order to start umpiring. For more information on this exam please click here. This exam must be completed before attending the Basic Introduction course. The cost is $12.50 payable by the umpire.
UMPIRING UNIFORM REQUIREMENTS
- White/black skirt with white/black short leggings or black shorts and HDNA umpires shirt
- Hand grip whistle
- Official Rule Book (which can be downloaded)
- Wrist band
NETBALL AUSTRALIA UMPIRE CODE OF BEHAVIOUR
In addition to Netball Australia’s General Code of Behaviour, umpires must meet the following requirements with regard to their conduct during any activity held by or under the auspices of Netball Australia, Member Organisations or Affiliates in their role as an umpire.
- Umpire in accordance with the Official Rules of the Game
- Treat all players, coaches, match officials and other umpires with respect
- Place the safety and welfare of the players above all else
- Ensure the courts and its surrounds are compliant with the rules
- Take appropriate action to manage dangerous play
- Maintain a high standard of personal behaviour at all times
- Be courteous, respectful and open to discussion and interaction
- Maintain or improve your current performance and seek continual improvement
UMPIRING PAYMENT
Umpire Remuneration for HDNA Competition:
National “A” Badge – $30.00 per game
National “B” Badge – $25.00 per game
National “C” Badge – $20.00 per game
Junior or Senior Association Badge – $15.00 per game
No bib – $12.00 per game
White or Orange bib – $9.00 per game
If you would like more information please contact our club at contact@tallebudgeranetball.org and we will put you in touch with our Umpire Convener.
RULES OF NETBALL
The International Netball Federation introduced an updated edition of the Rules of Netball in November 2023, which applies to international matches, and all affiliated competitions and events in Australia from 1 January 2024.
The rules are available freely online – click Official Rules of Netball to view.