nov 2015. 1. to enable you to pass the umpires’ exam

UKPA UMPIRES’ COURSE

Nov 2015

Aims of the Course

Aims of the Course

1. To enable you to pass the umpires’ exam

Aims of the Course

1. To enable you to pass the umpires’ exam2. To enable you to be a good umpire

About the Course

About the Course• Will take 1 ½ - 2 hours

About the Course• Will take 1 ½ - 2 hours• Exam will follow

About the Course• Will take 1 ½ - 2 hours• Exam will follow• If you fail the exam you can take it again

at another time

About the Course• Will take 1 ½ - 2 hours• Exam will follow• If you fail the exam you can take it again

at another time• Ask questions at any time

The Course will Cover

The Course will Cover1. Roles of the umpire, Executive and Tournament

umpires


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident4. Dealing with minors (U18s)


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident4. Dealing with minors (U18s)5. The Penalty System


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident4. Dealing with minors (U18s)5. The Penalty System6. Significant Rules


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident4. Dealing with minors (U18s)5. The Penalty System6. Significant Rules7. Tips and Tricks


umpires2. Mechanics of Umpiring3. What to do in the event of an accident4. Dealing with minors (U18s)5. The Penalty System6. Significant Rules7. Tips and Tricks8. Final Questions

Roles of the Umpire

Roles of the UmpirePrimary Role is;

SafetySafety of the Players and the Horses on the

Pitch

Roles of the UmpireUKPA Playing Rule 2(b) states;

“The umpire(s) shall stop play if they consider a dangerous

situation could occur or has occurred”

Roles of the UmpireIf you see a dangerous situation developing blow your whistle to stop the game then worry about who was at fault

Roles of the UmpireSecondary Role is;

Control of the Game

& Fairness in interpreting the rules

Roles of the UmpireControl of the Game

It is vital to ensure you maintain control for the game as you are responsible for safety



The little things count;



The little things count;• At the brief be assertive and clear – don’t just

say ’ yeh, we all know what to do, get on with it’



The little things count;• At the brief be assertive and clear – don’t just

say ’ yeh, we all know what to do, get on with it’

• Blow your whistle as if you mean it



The little things count;• At the brief be assertive and clear – don’t just say

’ yeh, we all know what to do, get on with it’• Blow your whistle as if you mean it• Explain what penalty and why, clearly and

precisely



• Don’t discuss your decisions with the players during play




• Only the captain should bring items to your notice




• Only the captain should bring items to your notice• Don’t disagree with the other umpire in front of the

players




• Only the captain should bring items to your notice• Don’t disagree with the other umpire in front of the

players• Don’t tolerate talk back by the players – warn them

once



• Don’t discuss your decisions with the players during play• Only the captain should bring items to your notice• Don’t disagree with the other umpire in front of the

players• Don’t tolerate talk back by the players – warn them once• Swearing at you – instant penalty - Goal on the Board



• Don’t discuss your decisions with the players during play• Only the captain should bring items to your notice• Don’t disagree with the other umpire in front of the players• Don’t tolerate talk back by the players – warn them once• Swearing at you – instant penalty - Goal on the Board• Always blow your whistle when you award a penalty



• Don’t discuss your decisions with the players during play• Only the captain should bring items to your notice• Don’t disagree with the other umpire in front of the players• Don’t tolerate talk back by the players – warn them once• Swearing at you – instant penalty - Goal on the Board• Always blow your whistle when you award a penalty• Always give a short explanation of why the penalty was awarded – use

the correct signal

Roles of the UmpireInterpretation

Some rules require Interpretation – Always apply the rules in the same way to both teams, and preferably between games for consistency

Roles of the UmpireInterpretation

Some rules require Interpretation – Always apply the rules in the same way to both teams, and preferably between games for consistency

Eg. 10 metres for one team at a penalty should be the same as 10 metres for the other team

Roles of the UmpireTertiary Role is;

Set a Good ExampleYou are a role model

Roles of the UmpireSet a Good Example

• No Bad Language


• No Bad Language• Dress properly (Rule 27 (c))


• No Bad Language• Dress properly (Rule 27 (c))• Treat your horse with respect; the same

rules about the use of the whip and the racquet apply to you too




• Turn up on time! This means 15 mins before the game is due to start




• Turn up on time! This means 15 mins before the game is due to start

• No smoking or drinking

Executive andTournament Umpires


• Source of Arbitration


• Source of Arbitration• When umpires disagree


• Source of Arbitration• When umpires disagree• When umpires are not sure what to do


• Source of Arbitration• When umpires disagree• When umpires are not sure what to do• Have a player you believe is unsafe due to

drink/drugs


• Source of Arbitration• When umpires disagree• When umpires are not sure what to do• Have a player you believe is unsafe due to

drink/drugs• Horse possibly showing a dangerous vice


• Their Powers;


• Their Powers;• Stop a game and advise the umpire – safety


• Their Powers;• Stop a game and advise the umpire – safety• Remove an umpire altogether if they

consider them dangerous



consider them dangerous• Reverse the decision of an umpire if it will

have a significant effect upon the outcome of the division



consider them dangerous• Reverse the decision of an umpire if it will

have a significant effect upon the outcome of the division

• Must all be done through the Field Marshal


• Their Powers;• Stop a game and advise the umpire – safety• Remove an umpire altogether if they consider them

dangerous• Reverse the decision of an umpire if it will have a

significant effect upon the outcome of the division

• Must all be done through the Field Marshal• Tournament umpire has final word, unless the

Executive Committee overrides them

Mechanics of Umpiring

Mechanics of Umpiring• Each umpire has equal authority

Mechanics of Umpiring• Each umpire has equal authority• The Brief


• Studs – FM has diagram of studs. Get the FM to check them



• Whips – 12mm x 50mm and sufficient to prevent injury




• Spurs – No sharp rowels




• Spurs – No sharp rowels• Left Handers




• Spurs – No sharp rowels• Left Handers• Any points from the Umpires’ Briefing




• Spurs – No sharp rowels• Left Handers• Any points from the Umpires’ Briefing• Any points you want raised

Mechanics of UmpiringThe Line Up;

Mechanics of UmpiringThe Line Up;• Walk-in Line ups; No1s stop at the 2’s position

Mechanics of UmpiringThe Line Up;• Walk-in Line ups; No1s stop at the 2s’ position• Walk them forward when ready; as the No1

reaches the ‘T’ throw the ball in


reaches the ‘T’ throw the ball in• Horses must be straight – give penalty to other

side if persistently not straight



side if persistently not straight• Other umpire normally lines up behind the line up,

a suitable distance away



side if persistently not straight• Other umpire normally lines up behind the line up,

a suitable distance away• If you throw in badly throw again

Mechanics of UmpiringDuring the Game;


• Keep up with play


• Keep up with play• Stay close to the ball as play moves to your right

and stay by the sideline



and stay by the sideline• Hang back as play moves to your left and move

towards the centre of the field – gives a better perspective



and stay by the sideline• Hang back as play moves to your left and move

towards the centre of the field – gives a better perspective

• Remember which ball is ‘yours’ and retrieve it from the goal judges – but don’t wait too long


• When the ball is in the area;


• When the ball is in the area;• One umpire should be close to the penalty line in

the centre to watch the goal – keep out of the way of the other players




• Other umpire in the area, near the sideline, watching the ‘D’




• Other umpire in the area, near the sideline, watching the ‘D’

• This gives two different perspectives on the play

What to Do in an Accident

What to Do in an Accident• Player falls off and lies on the ground.......


1. Stop the game – blow the whistle. This should stop all horse movement and alert the FM



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!3. Keep players away from the Injured Player (IP)



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!3. Keep players away from the Injured Player (IP)4. Make the situation safe – loose horse?



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!3. Keep players away from the Injured Player (IP)4. Make the situation safe – loose horse?5. Call for the paramedic – FM should have done this

already



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!3. Keep players away from the Injured Player (IP)4. Make the situation safe – loose horse?5. Call for the paramedic – FM should have done this

already 6. Consider getting off your horse, passing it to the other

umpire and standing over the player in case the horse is still loose



2. Note who has the ball!!!!!!3. Keep players away from the Injured Player (IP)4. Make the situation safe – loose horse?5. Call for the paramedic6. Consider getting off your horse, passing it to the other

umpire and standing over the player in case the horse is still loose

7. Try to work out what happened – you are a witness

What to Do in an Accident• Player falls off......


1. Are they injured or in danger? If so stop the game, this is the default action



2. If not you can allow the game to continue – if in ANY doubt STOP the game




• A Horse falls..... (Belly or knees touch the ground)




• A Horse falls..... (Belly or knees touch the ground)1. Stop the game immediately




• A Horse falls..... (Belly or knees touch the ground)1. Stop the game immediately2. Rider is first priority – are they injured?




• A Horse falls..... (Belly or knees touch the ground)1. Stop the game immediately2. Rider is first priority – are they injured?3. Horse to be checked for lameness and monitored –

delayed reaction?

What to Do in an Accident• Player or horse is injured.....


1. Stop the game


1. Stop the game2. Assess the situation – do they need medical

attention?



attention?3. Any player who is, or may have been, knocked

unconscious is NOT allowed to play again in the tournament with out a DOCTOR’s approval Rule 11(a)



attention?3. Any player who is, or may have been, knocked

unconscious is NOT allowed to play again in the tournament with out a DOCTOR’s approval Rule 11(a)

4. Blood wounds must be properly dealt with before player or horse may continue

What to Do in an Accident• Restarting the game


• A fallen horse or player is not considered to be their fault, but was the injury/fall caused by an infringement?



• If a player had the ball .....• Penalty to them where the ball was (even if same

team as IP)



• If a player had the ball .....• Penalty to them where the ball was (even if same

team as IP) • If no one had the ball ....

• Line out in line with where the ball was

Dealing with Minors

Dealing with Minors• Child Safeguarding rules apply


• You are not allowed to tell off a minor without a suitable adult being present (Eg. Parent) unless there is an immediate safety issue



• Applies even if you’re under 18!!



• Applies even if you’re under 18!!• Causing a minor to cry is technically ‘abuse’

Penalty System• Will cover;


• Penalty types


• Penalty types• Basic Concepts


• Penalty types• Basic Concepts• Mechanics of the penalty

Penalty SystemPenalty Types

Penalties go from 1 – 7;


Penalties go from 1 – 7;1. ‘Normal’ penalty, free throw



• Normally from where the ball was, but is up to the umpire



• Normally from where the ball was, but is up to the umpire

• 10m throw in any direction


Penalties go from 1 – 7;1. ‘Normal’ penalty, free throw2. Move penalty up to the centre of the next

penalty line• For repeat offence or to give an advantage



penalty line• For repeat offence or to give an advantage• Penalty point is in Midfield



penalty line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’




• No3 may be 8m away




• No3 may be 8m away• No3 must remain stationary until ball thrown




• No3 may be 8m away• No3 must remain stationary until ball thrown• If ball misses and remains in play No3 has

the Line of the ball



penalty line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’4. Goal on the board




• Head or body hit, riding through the posts etc.




• Head or body hit, riding through the posts etc.

• Inform FM of; name of offender, cause and who gets the goal



penalty line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’4. Goal on the board5. Horse sent off




• Kicking, rearing, biting, out of control, unfit




• Kicking, rearing, biting, out of control, unfit• Dangerous Vice Record to completed for

Kicking, rearing, biting, - FM will do this


Penalties go from 1 – 7;1. ‘Normal’ penalty, free throw2. Move penalty up to the centre of the next penalty

line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’4. Goal on the board5. Horse sent off

• Kicking, rearing, biting, out of control, unfit• Dangerous Vice Record to completed for

Kicking, rearing, biting, - FM will do this• A lame horse is not being ‘sent’ off


Penalties go from 1 – 7;6. Player sent off – max 3 minutes



• Can be less – up to the umpire



• Can be less – up to the umpire• No substitute player allowed



• Can be less – up to the umpire• No substitute player allowed• In addition to any other penalty Eg. Penalty 4



• Can be less – up to the umpire• No substitute player allowed• In addition to any other penalty Eg. Penalty 4• Get the FM to monitor time and warn you

when up



• Can be less – up to the umpire• No substitute player allowed• In addition to any other penalty Eg. Penalty 4• Get the FM to monitor time and warn you

when up• Up to you to determine when they come back

on



penalty line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’4. Goal on the board5. Horse sent off6. Player sent off – max 3 minutes7. Player sent off for rest of the game


Penalties go from 1 – 7;1. ‘Normal’ penalty, free throw2. Move penalty up to the centre of the next penalty

line3. Free shot at goal from the edge of the ‘D’4. Goal on the board5. Horse sent off6. Player sent off – max 3 minutes7. Player sent off for rest of the game

• Substitute player may come on after 3 minutes

Penalty SystemBasic Concepts


• Penalties must give an advantage to the fouled team


• Penalties must give an advantage to the fouled teamFor example;• A player in midfield who has the ball and is down

hit...



hit...• A penalty 1 would disadvantage them as

originally they had the ball




originally they had the ball• Move up to Penalty 2


• Penalties must give an advantage to the fouled teamFor example;• A No.1 in the area who has the ball and is down

hit...




originally they had the ball




originally they had the ball• Can’t give a penalty 2 so...




originally they had the ball• Can’t give a penalty 2 so...• Penalty 3 – free shot at goal


• Penalties must give an advantage to the fouled team• Persistent fouling by one player should increase the

level of penalty awarded each time



level of penalty awarded each time• Start with penalty 1 or 2



level of penalty awarded each time• Start with penalty 1 or 2• After next infringement move to penalty 3 or

4



level of penalty awarded each time• Start with penalty 1 or 2• After next infringement move to penalty 3 or

4• Still going? Penalty 6 – send them off



level of penalty awarded each time• Playing the advantage – not allowed for ‘dangerous’

fouls




fouls• Recommend you don’t play the advantage





• You may be seen as not noticing the foul





• You may be seen as not noticing the foul• It’s hard enough as it is without having to

decide if the advantage should be played





• You may be seen as not noticing the foul• It’s hard enough as it is without having to

decide if the advantage should be played• You can always give the advantage with a

higher penalty





• You may be seen as not noticing the foul• It’s hard enough as it is without having to decide

if the advantage should be played• You can always give the advantage with a higher

penalty• How long do you wait to see the advantage?

Penalty SystemMechanics


• Mark the spot, player must throw the ball from the spot


• Mark the spot, player must throw the ball from the spot• Make sure other players are at least 10m away, and

stay away



stay away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds



stay away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds• Ball must go at least 10m in ALL circumstances



stay away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds• Ball must go at least 10m in ALL circumstances• There are no ‘first dibs’ – Line of the Ball



stay away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds• Ball must go at least 10m in ALL circumstances• There are no ‘first dibs’ – Line of the Ball• Ball must bounce on the ground before thrower catches

it




it• Must not be thrown at someone unless intended as a

pass




it• Must not be thrown at someone unless intended as a

pass• A ‘failed’ penalty results in a line out in line with the

original penalty spot


• Mark the spot, player must throw the ball from the spot• Make sure other players are at least 10m away, and stay

away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds• Ball must go at least 10m in ALL circumstances• There are no ‘first dibs’ – Line of the Ball• Ball must bounce on the ground before thrower catches it• Must not be thrown at someone unless intended as a pass• A ‘failed’ penalty results in a line out in line with the

original penalty spot• If opposition fouls, go up a penalty level, Eg Penalty 2 to

Penalty 3


• Mark the spot, player must throw the ball from the spot• Make sure other players are at least 10m away, and stay

away• Say ‘Play On’ – player must throw within a few seconds• Ball must go at least 10m in ALL circumstances• There are no ‘first dibs’ – Line of the Ball• Ball must bounce on the ground before thrower catches it• Must not be thrown at someone unless intended as a pass• A ‘failed’ penalty results in a line out in line with the original

penalty spot• If opposition fouls, go up a penalty level, Eg Penalty 2 to

Penalty 3• Any penalty in the area can be shot at goal


• Penalty not taken before the end of the chukka?


• Penalty not taken before the end of the chukka?• Not for a Clearing throw from a missed shot at goal


• Penalty not taken before the end of the chukka?• Not for a Clearing throw from a missed shot at goal• All carried over to next chukka - Beware of sectional

games !• Last chukka?




• Penalty in midfield – tough!




• Penalty in midfield – tough!• Penalty in area for No1 - game continued for a shot at

goal from the penalty spot then game over

Penalty SystemUmpire Signals


MISSED SHOT AT GOAL


GOAL


CROSSING PENALTY LINE WITH THE BALL


CROSSING


HORSE BUMPING DANGEROUSLY


WILD SWING


CROSSING CENTRELINE OF HORSE WITH THE BALL


DOWN HIT


TIME OFF

Significant Rules

Significant RulesHow a Goal is Scored;

Significant RulesHow a Goal is Scored;• Must be a deliberate shot

Significant RulesHow a Goal is Scored;• Must be a deliberate shot• Once a shot is taken if it goes out it is a

clearing throw to restart. Eg. Even if the No3 deflects it



• You can override the goal judges



• You can override the goal judges• Ball on the goal line.... ?



• You can override the goal judges• Ball on the goal line.... ? It’s a goal

Significant RulesHow a Goal is Scored;

• Must be a deliberate shot

• Once a shot is taken if it goes out it is a clearing throw to restart. Eg. Even if the No3 deflects it

• You can override the goal judges

• Ball on the goal line.... ? It’s a goal

• No3’s horse is over the goal line and the No3 touches the ball – it’s a goal

Significant RulesClearing Throw;

Significant RulesClearing Throw;• No1 follows out No3 Nose to Hip

Significant RulesClearing Throw;• No1 follows out No3 Nose to Hip• Give the No3 the benefit of the doubt if the

No1 interferes or steals the ball close to 10m

Significant RulesClearing Throw;• No1 follows out No3 Nose to Hip• Give the No3 the benefit of the doubt if the

No1 interferes or steals the ball close to 10m• It is NOT a penalty, but all the same rules

apply (does not carry over to the next chukka)

Significant RulesClearing Throw;

• No1 follows out No3 Nose to Hip

• Give the No3 the benefit of the doubt if the No1 interferes or steals the ball close to 10m

• It is NOT a penalty, but all the same rules apply (does not carry over to the next chukka)

• Is taken on the penalty line, in midfield – why is that important?

Significant Rules

Loose Gear;

Significant Rules

Loose Gear;• Loose bandage or numnah fallen or

falling off.....

Significant Rules

Loose Gear;• Loose bandage or numnah fallen or

falling off.....

• Penalty to the other side where the ball was

Significant Rules

Loose Gear;• Loose bandage or numnah fallen or falling

off.....• Penalty to the other side where the ball was

• Other items – not considered to be the player’s fault, eg. Overreach boot, head check, stirrup

Significant RulesLoose Gear;• Loose bandage or numnah fallen or falling off.....


• Other items – not considered to be the player’s fault, eg. Overreach boot, head check, stirrup• Your decision as to whether to stop the game or not,

best to wait to a normal stop in play then hold time unless a safety issue



• Other items – not considered to be the player’s fault, eg. Overreach boot, head check, stirrup• Your decision as to whether to stop the game or not, best to

wait to a normal stop in play then hold time unless a safety issue

• If play is stopped for this then restart with line out if no one on possession or penalty to team with possession



• Other items – not considered to be the player’s fault, eg. Overreach boot, head check, stirrup• Your decision as to whether to stop the game or not, best to wait to

a normal stop in play then hold time unless a safety issue

• If play is stopped for this then restart with line out if no one on possession or penalty to team with possession

• If damage occurs again – penalise, eg. Lost overreach boot twice

Significant Rules

Sandwiching and Wedging;

Significant Rules

Sandwiching and Wedging;• Sandwich – Players are parallel

Significant Rules

Significant Rules


• No movement allowed of the centre player off their line

Significant Rules



• Player causing movement (last in?) is at fault

Significant Rules




• Be firm; even unnecessarily strong contact can be penalised

Significant RulesSandwiching and Wedging;• Sandwich – Players are parallel




• Wedging

Significant Rules





• Wedging

• Centre horse has no where to go so may decelerate rapidly





• Wedging

• Centre horse has no where to go so may decelerate rapidly

• Both outside players at fault

Significant Rules

Reaching Over the Horse’s Centreline;

Significant Rules

Reaching Over the Horse’s Centreline;• Can never reach across in front of a

player even if no contact is made

Significant Rules



• This may obstruct their view - dangerous

Significant Rules




• Can reach behind as long as;

Significant Rules

Reaching Over the Horse’s Centreline;• Can never reach across in front of a player

even if no contact is made


• Can reach behind as long as;

• Don’t touch the opponent or their horse or racquet

Significant Rules

Riding Between the Goal Posts;

Significant Rules

Riding Between the Goal Posts;• Endangers the goal judges

Significant Rules


• All 4 feet must be over the line – coming from either direction

Significant Rules



• Simply a Penalty 4 against the player

Significant RulesRiding Between the Goal Posts;• Endangers the goal judges


• Simply a Penalty 4 against the player

• If a player is forced through the posts then the player doing the forcing gets the penalty against them

Significant Rules

Crossing;

Significant Rules

Crossing;• Crossing may only occur with

sufficient distance to avoid a horse being tripped.

Significant Rules

Crossing;• Crossing may only occur with sufficient

distance to avoid a horse being tripped.

• Minimum is that the horse does not need to lift its head to get past the other horse

Significant Rules

Significant Rules

Crossing;• Crossing must occur with sufficient

distance to avoid a horse being tripped.• Minimum is that the horse does not need to

lift its head to get past the other horse

• The rider who is changing direction is at fault

Significant Rules

Significant Rules

Crossing;• Crossing must occur with sufficient distance

to avoid a horse being tripped.

• Minimum is that the horse does not need to lift its head to get past the other horse

• The rider who is changing direction is at fault

• If in doubt give the ball carrier the benefit

Significant Rules

Hitting Own Horse with the Racquet;

Significant Rules

Hitting Own Horse with the Racquet;• Penalise on the first occasion

Significant Rules


• Often a penalty 4 but use common sense

Significant Rules



• First offence and a gentle touch – Penalty 2

Significant Rules



• First offence and a gentle touch – Penalty 2

• Second offence, harsh or more than one strike – Penalty 4

Significant Rules

Hit to Head When Shooting at Goal;

Significant Rules

Hit to Head When Shooting at Goal;• If the No3 head or body hits a No1

while they are in the action of shooting at goal award a penalty 4 – as normal

Significant Rules

Hit to Head When Shooting at Goal;• If the No3 head or body hits a No1 while

they are in the action of shooting at goal award a penalty 4 – as normal

• Additionally, if the goal is scored the goal is also still awarded

Significant Rules

Wild Swinging;

Significant Rules

Wild Swinging;• Racquet must be no higher than the

horse’s rump/withers before the start of the swing

Significant Rules

Significant Rules

Wild Swinging;• Racquet must be no higher than the

horse’s rump/withers before the start of the swing

• Player must be in a position to hit the racquet before swinging

Significant Rules

Wild Swinging;• Racquet must be no higher than the horse’s

rump/withers before the start of the swing


• Player’s body must be at least in line with the horse’s hip for a forward swing

Significant RulesTOO FAR BACK

Significant RulesWild Swinging;• Racquet must be no higher than the horse’s rump/withers

before the start of the swing



• No further forward than the horse’s shoulder for a back swing

Significant RulesWild Swinging;• Racquet must be no higher than the horse’s rump/withers

before the start of the swing



• No further forward than the horse’s shoulder for a back swing

• More than one consecutive swing circle is not allowed

Significant Rules

Horse Contact;

The following are to be penalised;

Significant Rules

Horse Contact;

The following are to be penalised;• Unnecessarily forceful contact– but be

consistent

Significant Rules

Horse Contact;


consistent

• Initial contact moving a horse off its line

Significant Rules

Horse Contact;


consistent


• Pushing against a horse at a dangerous angle

Significant RulesHorse Contact;

The following are to be penalised;• Unnecessarily forceful contact– but be consistent


• Pushing against a horse at a dangerous angle

• Pushing other than against the shoulder of the horse; particularly over the horse’s neck or loins – this risks pushing the horse over

Tips and Tricks

Tips and Tricks• In every situation be aware of the

likely infringements



• Know the rules – there is no substitute




• Be firm but fair; stick to your guns





• Buy your own whistle!





• Buy your own whistle! • Keep it in your mouth when umpiring

Tips and Tricks• In every situation be aware of the likely

infringements




• If in doubt about what to do;

Tips and Tricks• In every situation be aware of the likely

infringements




• If in doubt about what to do;1. Discuss with the other umpire

Tips and Tricks• In every situation be aware of the likely infringements





2. Ask the Field Marshal to consult the rulebook







3. Ask for an Executive or Tournament Umpire







3. Ask for an Executive or Tournament Umpire

4. Do NOT ask the opinion of the FM or a spectator

In Conclusion

In Conclusion• Safety is your first priority;


• If you don’t think it’s safe don’t let it happen



• If you see a dangerous situation blow your whistle first then worry about whose fault it is




• Stay in control of the game – you are in charge




• Stay in control of the game – you are in charge• Be firm, fair and Consistent





• Know the Rules





• Know the Rules

• Enjoy yourself

Any Questions?

nov 2015. 1. to enable you to pass the umpires’ exam

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