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The Ultimate Umpiring Guide Teachers’ Manual TEACHERS’ MANUAL the ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE FOR FIELD, GOAL AND BOUNDARY UMPIRES SPECIAL SECTION ON UMPIRING AFL AUSKICK RULES THE ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE TEACHERS’ MANUAL INTRODUCTION This introductory course about umpiring Australian Football outlines the basic factors that are involved in being a fi eld, boundary or goal umpire. The course is not intended to fully equip a person to umpire a senior game of football but is seen as a way in which people who have a passion and an interest in football umpiring may be introduced to some of the specifi cs of this rewarding involvement in our great Australian game. MULTIPLE INTELLIGENCES It has been claimed by some researchers that our intelligence, or ability to understand the world around us, is complex. Some people are better at understanding some things than others. For some of us it is relatively easy to understand how a fl ower grows but it can be immensely diffi cult for us to fully comprehend how a musical instrument is played. Instead of possessing just one form of intelligence, it is claimed that each of us possess several different intelligences. Some of these are listed here: Kinaesthetic – body awareness Linguistic – word smart Logical – number smart Interpersonal – people smart Visual/Spatial – picture smart Musical – musical smart An attempt has been made to include learning activities that cater for different forms of intelligence. HOW THE COURSE WORKS THE MANUAL The course has been designed to be conducted over seven (7) sessions. Information sheets are provided to give the course facilitator the knowledge of the skills and techniques of umpiring. Lesson plans and follow-up student practical worksheets are included that are recommended for use that will allow the participants to develop a further understanding of umpiring. A Certifi cate of Achievement will be offered to each successful student who satisfi es all assessment criteria. USE OF SYMBOLS NOTES FOR THE PLAY DVD OUTDOOR LEARNING COURSE FACILITATOR ACTIVITY INDOOR LEARNING UMPIRE PLAYERS ACTIVITY Written and designed by: Russell O’Toole WorkSafe Victorian Country Football League Umpiring Development Manager Lesson Plans designed by: Russell O’Toole WorkSafe Victorian Country Football League Umpiring Development Manager Rod Threlfall WorkSafe Victorian Country Football League Umpiring Development Manager Neville Nash Football Victoria Umpiring Development Manager 2 CONTENTS THE ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE GUIDE UMPIRING ULTIMATE THE AN INTRODUCTION TO UMPIRING AUSTRALIAN FOOTBALL UNIT 1 THE ROLE OF THE UMPIRE Introduction Information section UNIT 2 FIELD UMPIRING: POSITIONING Introduction Information section MANUAL TEACHERS’ UNIT 3 FIELD UMPIRING: DECISION MAKING Introduction Information section UNIT 4 FIELD UMPIRING: EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION Introduction Information section Signals: Field umpire UNIT 5 BOUNDARY UMPIRING Introduction Information section Signals: Boundary umpires UNIT 6 GOAL UMPIRING Introduction Information section Signals: Goal umpire UNIT 7 PHYSICALPHYSICAL FITNESSFITNESS ANDAND NUTRITIONNUTRITION Introduction Information section LESSON PLANS STUDENT PRACTICAL WORKSHEETS 3 THE ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE GUIDE UMPIRING ULTIMATE THE TEACHERS’ MANUAL TEACHERS’ 1 THE ROLE OF THE UMPIRE The role of the Umpire is to apply the laws of the game and ensure the game is played in a safe and fair manner. The laws of the game provide the umpires with the responsibilities of managing the game both on and off the fi eld. Umpiring presents exciting challenges and can be incredibly rewarding. Accepting the demands of umpiring and performing successfully provides umpires with a great feeling of satisfaction. 5 The following information should be used in conjunction with The Ultimate Umpiring Guide pages 5-9 and should be read by the course facilitator prior to session 1. Refer to Student Practical Worksheet 1 and Lesson Plan 1 at the back of this manual. WHAT THE GAME EXPECTS OF UMPIRES The game expects its umpires to: • place the safety and welfare of the participants above all else • accept responsibility for all actions taken • be courteous and respectful and open to discussion and interaction • value the individual in sport • seek continual self-improvement • be a positive role model in terms of behavior and personal appearance WHAT PEOPLE EXPECT OF UMPIRES People expect umpires to be: • trustworthy – honest and impartial • responsible – appreciate the importance of the role of the umpire • fit – physically prepared for the task • knowledgeable – know the rules • punctual – arrive at the ground with plenty of time to spare before the game 6 MATCH DAY ROLE OF THE FIELD UMPIRE GUIDE UMPIRING ULTIMATE THE It is the expectation that the field umpire/s: • apply the laws and their interpretations according to the spirit of the laws • attend to the administrative requirements necessary for the successful staging of the game TEACHERS’ MANUAL TEACHERS’ MATCH DAY ROLE OF THE BOUNDARY UMPIRE It is the expectation that the boundary umpires: • apply the laws, and their interpretations, relating to boundary umpiring with common sense and in accordance with the spirit of the game • be the final judge of when the ball is out of bounds or out of bounds on the full MATCH DAY ROLE OF THE GOAL UMPIRE It is the expectation that the goal umpires: • apply the laws, and their interpretations, relating to goal umpiring with common sense and in accordance with the spirit of the game • be the final judge of the scores 7 THE UMPIRING ENVIRONMENT PROACTIVE APPROACH The umpire has a leadership role to play on the ground. During the game, most players look for guidance and direction from the umpire and the umpire should consider this when giving instructions. All actions need to be positive. Umpires need to be enthusiastic about what they do and encourage players to play the game and enjoy themselves. If an umpire appears disinterested or negative in his/her actions and the manner in which he/she deals with the players, then this feeling can affect the way the players respond to all umpires. A positive, supportive approach from the field umpire will always create a better environment in which the game can be played. PRE-MATCH (MEETING PLAYERS AND OFFICIALS) Umpires should • project themselves in a positive, firm and confident manner – it displays control • meet as many players as possible, especially the captain and the coach of each team • never discuss how the game will be umpired. An exception to this may be when umpiring under-age players.. for example... “I will pay the free kicks to the player in front who is playing the ball” • not speak about other umpires’ performances in previous weeks DURING THE MATCH • always try to get along with the players • do not accept abuse from players/officials. Check with your local league or umpiring group for appropriate use of the send-off rule • try to block out comments from over the boundary line. Devise some simple coping strategies, such as repeating a positive comment to yourself: “I am umpiring well. I pay all free kicks I see.” • supporters can get emotional. Remember that verbal attacks are not usually personal, but expressions of frustrations from supporters POST-MATCH • avoid arguments about incidents that occurred during the match • enter into sensible discussions of the match • take the opportunity to get to know the club coaches, officials and players better • if the atmosphere is tense after a game, collect your gear, politely excuse yourself and leave 8 THE ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE GUIDE UMPIRING ULTIMATE THE TEACHERS’ MANUAL TEACHERS’ 2 FIELD UMPIRING POSITIONING 9 The following information should be used in conjunction with The Ultimate Umpiring Guide pages 10-15 and should be read by the course facilitator prior to session 2. Refer to Student Practical Worksheet 2 and Lesson Plan 2 at the back of this manual. INTRODUCTION While a thorough knowledge of the rules and interpretations is essential, the ability to make correct decisions is more difficult unless the right position is achieved from where to view each incident. The ability to be in the best position is, without doubt, the most important skill in umpiring. Two major skills that enable a field umpire to adjust his/her positioning continuously are:- • Anticipation – being able to think ahead and accurately determine where the play will head next. • Identifying the intent of players – being able to correctly predict what players will endeavour to do with the football once they gain possession i.e. kick or handball. An umpire needs to be aware of where, when and how fast to run. After completing this unit, the participants should be able to demonstrate the correct positioning for field umpires: • during general play • during set plays 10 IN GENERAL PLAY THE ULTIMATE UMPIRING GUIDE GUIDE UMPIRING ULTIMATE THE CONTROL DISTANCE During general play situations, the umpire should endeavour to be approximately 20-25 metres from the contest at all times. This distance allows him/her a good view of the immediate contest and of the players on the fringe of the contest. By maintaining this control distance, the umpire can move quickly towards the next act of play as the contest moves on. If the umpire is too close to play, his/her focus often narrows on the players contesting the ball and awareness of the fringe players is often lost. TEACHERS’ MANUAL TEACHERS’ CONTROL DISTANCE SIDE ON POSITION SIDE-ON The ideal position to view any contest is side-on to the contest. From a side-on view it is unlikely that the umpire will have his/her view interrupted. If the umpire finds himself/herself “front-on”, that is, looking at the front of the players contesting, he/she may be unaware of any incidents of holding or interferences that are occurring in the contest. Similarly when the umpire is behind the contest, it becomes more difficult to determine what, if any, interference has occurred and to what extent.
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