Posted on Monday 3rd March, 2025

UMPIRE ACADEMIES RETURN FROM MARCH 3

Interested in getting involved with football umpiring? The Western Football Netball League’s weekly academies are starting again and will run from Monday 3rd March until July 28th.

Our academies (for ages 12-17) cover field, boundary, and goal umpiring, so whether you want to make the big decisions in the middle, run the boundary, or wave the sticks, we’ve got you covered.

What’s in it for you?

  • No clashes with your footy
  • Boost your footy IQ
  • Stay fit & active
  • Make friends & have fun
  • Get paid when you umpire in a game

Dates and locations 

Mondays, 4pm-5pm

  • Hoppers Crossing (Hogans Road Reserve)
  • Point Cook (Saltwater Reserve)
  • Werribee (MacKillop College)

Wednesdays, 5:30pm-6:30pm

  • Yarraville (Hanmer Reserve)

You can find out more about the academy locations and umpire training in general HERE

Any questions relating to umpire academies can be sent to: terry.o.donnell@live.com.au.