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This week
05/07/2008
THEME FOR THIS WEEK
“FINISHING OFF”
With this week’s break in training due to the school holidays it is now a timely remainder to all Boundary Umpires that we are not far from the finals. With this in mind the Boundary Umpires Coaching Panel will now be concentrating on its final preparations. In particular we will be focusing on the “1%” and “Finishing Off.” Training over the next few weeks will be concentrating on these items.
STRONG BACKWARDS RUNNING FROM THE POINT POST
BACKWARDS RUNNING TO THE POINT POST (LAST 5m)
WORKRATE TO POINT POST FOR ANY SET SHOT
BACKWARDS RUNNING TO THE CORNER OF THE CENTRE SQUARE (LAST 5m)
PIVOT POINTS
RUNNING FROM THE CENTRE SQUARE START OF GAME AND AFTER A GOAL (INTENSITY)
RETRIVAL OF BALL AFTER A GOAL
RETRIVAL OF BALL FOR A THROW IN
BALL EXCHANGES (CORRECT APPLICATION)
HOLDING THE BALL CORRECTLY (TRANSITION)
MOVING OFF AFTER A THROW IN
BACK TO PLAY
GAME TRENDS
21/06/2008
This is some of the observations of the coaching staff from these weeks’ matches in the GDFL, BFL and GFL.
THEME OF THE WEEK
“EFFORT TO BE AT POST FOR EVERY SCORING SHOT”
THE GOOD
Umpires moving away immediately after a throw in, moving to the long side, approximately 10 metres from play.
Umpires using their angles and moving into the field of play once it has transferred to the opposite side but no further than the edge of the centre square line. Particularly pleasing to see first year umpires utilizing this skill and achieving correct position.
Communication especially in a couple of instances where there was only one Boundary Umpire appointed and that Boundary Umpire taking the lead and explaining what is required to the club umpire.
THE BAD
Umpires at boundary line scrimmages “getting drawn into play” and then having to move away from the boundary line. It is important that we keep about 10 metres from play and stay on the line.
Umpires turning their back to play when caught out of position. At no stage should we as Boundary Umpires turn our back to play. We should always face the play and if circumstances occur when caught out of position remember aggressive running and neat and fast backwards running to achieve correct position.
Centre Square Infringements. At least 3-5 were missed in the games observed. Once the Field Umpire commences to throw the ball up the centre square is “locked down” and no player or official is permitted to enter. The foot must be completely over the line for an infringement to occur.
Now we are approximately at the half waypoint of the season we should as Boundary Umpires assess our performance relative to the goals we set ourselves at the commencement of the year. The coaching panel has outlined the criteria for assessment.
Whilst reading this document reflect on you own performances and ask yourself the following questions.
1. Do I perform to a standard outlined in the criteria for assessment?
2. Do I set myself goals and tasks each week with the aim of rectifying deficiencies within my own game?
3. What action do I need to undertake to improve my game and I’m I prepared to make the necessary sacrifices to improve?
CRITERIA FOR ASSESSMENT
Do I do the following
1. Aggressive running throughout the entire match and includes:
Change of pace
Neat and fast backwards running, in general play and when backing off after a point is scored.
Speedy transition of the ball back to the centre of the ground.
2. High level of competence in reading the play and includes:
Trigger points
General play. Make best effort to be at the point post for any scoring shots
Free kicks, turnovers or change of possession. React quickly.
3. Accurate decisions under pressure, including taking goal umpires assistance when caught behind play.
4. Excellent throw-ins
Least 5 metres high and 15 metres in towards the centre of the ground
5. Out of bounds on the full decisions
Always mark the spot where the ball went out when within 20 metres of the ball.
"CONCENTRATION"
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
- 1 %’ers. It was terrific to see our senior umpires paying attention to the finer details of boundary umpiring. These included the use of angles, backwards running, teamwork, change of pace all the way to the post and when doing the short and long runs and a very strong whistle and signals.
- New umpires. Congratulation to all the umpires who have made their debut over the past six weeks. As coaches it has been most rewarding to see the enthusiasm and spirit you have all brought to the GFUL. This has transferred to matches and many positive comments have been received about all of you – well done.
- Saturday / Sunday specialists. A HUGE thank you to those umpires who have offered to run on Saturday and Sunday to help out our new umpires. It is fantastic to see the benefit of teamwork and your dedication is a credit to you. Well done to James Marriner, Nathan Kennedy, Scott Bennett, Josh Stubbings and Jordi Gray.
THE BAD
ATTENTION TO DETAIL: This week the coaching panel observed some umpires making small, silly mistakes. It is during an observation that these errors will affect your final score. If you make the same mistake five times in one quarter and are deducted 2 points every time, it is easy to see how this will dramatically reduce your score, which might ultimately impact on your finals appointments.
“GAME PLAN”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
Jake Robertson. Assisting ‘green shirt’ umpires at Corio with the importance of altering running form and showing that changing speed when the need arises enhances performance.
Bridget Wanat. Excellent effort and correct application of returning the ball to the centre square. Her relays and exchanges to her partners were some of the best seen so far this year. Coaching staff looking for (1) Sprint-change of pace
(2) Boundary Umpires running at same pace.
(3) Transfer of ball
(4) No closer 3-5 metres.
(5) Ball delivered at waist height with backspin.
Green shirt umpires taking a leadership role, especially with the influx of new Boundary Umpires within the past couple of weeks.
The COOLINGS and MARRINERS, It was a family affair at East Geelong and GWSC. Both families put on an excellent display of Boundary Umpiring especially in regards to teamwork and application.
THE BAD
GAME PLAN: I cannot stress the importance of having a game plan. All Boundary Umpires should avail themselves to the GFUL Website and make themselves familiar with the coaching session marked “game plan”
The reason for having a game plan is threefold.
(1) It provides you with guidance in ensuing that you don’t overlook vital aspects of the game
(2) It alerts you to not missing certain components of the game
(3) It acts as a vehicle for displaying information
A game plan should include the fundamentals of boundary umpiring.
Once a game plan has been determined, it should become the basis of the approach of the Boundary Umpire to every match through out the season.
Some of the elements to the game plan should include preparation e g Uniform all packed and ready, whistles, pen/pencil and notebook. Know what match you are going to, the location and ground, who you are umpiring with and what teams involved.
If you need any assistance regarding a game plan seek advice from the coaching staff
“COMMUNICATION”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
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Aggressive running, which includes change of pace, neat and fast backwards running, general play and after a point
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Reading play including turnovers, change of possession, free kicks reacting quickly.
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Throw-ins. Excellent height and depth.
THE BAD
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Reactive running. Too many umpires still standing still at stoppages and watching play. SECOND WEEK
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Angles. Too many Boundary Umpires still running along the boundary line or in close proximity when play on the opposite side of the ground. Boundary Umpires should move into the field of play to the edge of the centre square. SECOND WEEK
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Communication. It is essential that Boundary Umpires who are appointed to designated pick up point games and who do not require a pick up MUST contact the car driver and inform them.
Whistle and Visual indications. Whistle must be strong and visual indications correct which results in the Boundary Umpire displaying confidence in decision-making and control.
“BACKWARDS RUNNING”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
- Trigger points.
- Control. Due to the difficult weather and ground conditions the concentration displayed was excellent, resulting in confident decision-making, strong whistle and visual indications.
- Throw-ins. Great to see some excellent throw-ins meeting the criteria of correct height and depth and especially with a heavy wet ball.
- Positioning. In the match between the Geelong Falcons, Northern Knights and Geelong Amateurs, Torquay excellent display of correct positioning, in particular start and after a goal, general play set kick and throw in close to goal and boundary line scrimmages.
THE BAD
- Reactive running. Too many umpires still standing still at stoppages and watching play.
- Angles. Too many Boundary Umpires still running along the boundary line or in close proximity when play on the opposite side of the ground. Boundary Umpires should move into the field of play to the edge of the centre square.
- Backwards running. After a behind has been scored the Boundary Umpire will run backwards along the boundary line for approx 50m keeping the ball and players under observation at all times. Boundary Umpires should only run backwards where circumstances in running forward would cause them to have to look over the shoulder to keep the ball (play) under observation.
Running to the point of the square. Within 5 metres of the corner of the square, the Boundary Umpire should pivot and run backwards into the point of the square. Stand in the point of the square with hands behind back, remaining there until the ball is thrown up.
“COMMUNICATION AND TEAM WORK BEHIND THE GOALS”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
- Proactive running around stoppages and boundary throw-ins.
- Skills and techniques displayed by Boundary Umpires at South Barwon and Geelong Amateurs especially during the second half down pour. Throw ins, running, whistle and returning the ball to the centre square.
THE BAD
- Throw-ins. The quality of throw-ins with a heavy wet football. (You can wipe the ball on your socks to aid grip)
- Angles. Some umpires continue to ‘run the line’ when play is on the opposite side
- Communication and teamwork behind the goals. (Indecisive decision making)
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
- Aggressive running including excellent display of change of pace, neat and fast backwards running, correct use of angles.
- Boundary umpiring performance of Tim LARKINS and Nick STEEL at the TAC Cup on Sunday. (The bar has been set.)
- Excellent throw-ins under pressure particularly after a long hard run.
THE BAD
- Returning the ball to the centre square. Umpires moving prior to goal umpires signal. Running to close for exchange.
- Throw-ins. Senior football throw-ins must be from the boundary line (second entry)
- Walking. (You won’t find this in any Boundary Umpiring training manual)
THE UGLY
- EVERY UMPIRE SHOULD PRIOR TO GAME DAY
- READ THE GEELONG ADVERTISER TO CONFIRM APPOINTMENT, WHO YOU ARE UMPIRING WITH AND WHERE OR
- CHECK THE WEBSITE.
- Umpires turning up to senior games 20 minutes before they commence (second entry)
- Umpires to do not apply themselves to the basics of their graft. That is correct use of trigger points, ball ups 20m from goal, throw-ins 35m opposite side of ground and set shots (second entry)
“MOVING FROM EDGE OF SQUARE AT THE START OF PLAY AND AFTER A GOAL”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from round 2 in GDFL and BFL.
THE GOOD
- Excellent use of trigger points.
- Positioning in general play.
- Pro-active running in and around stoppages
THE BAD
- Boundary line scrimmages. Umpires must be 10m from play on the long side and ON THE BOUNDARY LINE.
- Weak whistles and signals, especially noticeable towards end of games.
- Throw-ins. Senior football throw-ins must be from the boundary line
THE UGLY
- Umpires turning up to senior games 20 minutes before they commence.
- UMPIRES WHO DO NOT COMPLETE THE WARM UP PRIOR TO MATCH COMMENCEMENT AS DIRECTED BY THE COACHING STAFF. (THIS WILL COST SOMEONE A GRAND FINAL!)
- Umpires to do not apply themselves to the basics of their graft. That is correct use of trigger points, ball ups 20m from goal, throw-ins 35m opposite side of ground and set shots.
THEME FOR THIS WEEK
“APPLICATION and ATTITUDE”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
- Lewis KENYON, Jackson SEELEY. Excellent effort to umpire 2 matches over the weekend at the request of the coaching staff. Great team work from two first year umpires.
- Blow Show and Go. Umpires within 20m from out on the full displayed excellent control and decision-making.
- Aggressive running including excellent display of change of pace, neat and fast backwards running, correct use of angles.
THE BAD
- Reactive running. Too many umpires still standing still at stoppages and watching play. Umpires should be moving and prepared to take up position
- Set kick and Throw in close to goal. Umpires must be at the point post in the following situations.
(1) Ball Up 20m from goal
(2) Throw in within 35m from point post
(3) Set shot for goal on or within 50m line
- Walking. Again to many umpires still walk when we should be jogging.
- Throw-ins. Throw-ins MUST be taken from the boundary line.
- Signals. Umpires completing the long run and indicating to the field umpire MUST use a horizontal arm signal.
WHATS YOUR DECISION
A player marks the ball in the defensive zone, near the point post. He immediately plays on, but in doing so, runs through the behind line with the ball.
As the officiating Boundary Umpire what would you do?
THEME FOR THIS WEEK
“ON THE MOVE AFTER A THROW IN”
These are some of the observations of matches watched by the Coaching Staff from this weekends matches
THE GOOD
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Jordi GRAY. Great effort over the weekend. Umpired in 3 games.
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Throw-ins. In most games great to see some excellent throw-ins meeting the criteria of correct height and depth.
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Running. There are instances where the need arises to change speed (acceleration points) and these were evidenced over the weekend in matches at St Josephs and Skilled Stadium. Well done to those umpires. Great application.
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Ball exchanges at the match between St Josephs and Newtown. The two umpires involved James MARRINER and Andrew CONTE the best exchanges seen so far this year. Correct position, running at same pace, no closer than 3-5m and delivered so that the receiver took the ball in front, at waist height and without changing pace.
THE BAD
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Boundary line scrimmages. Too many umpires still in the incorrect position. Boundary Umpires must be on the line 10m from play and if necessary adjust position to suit.
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Water Boys and trainers. Counted in one game 7 water boys/club officials standing between boundary line and centre square, which resulted in the Boundary Umpire having to run between them. Remember to move them away.
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Out of bounds on the full. When the ball goes outside the boundary line from a kick off after a behind has been scored and without having been touched by a player the ball is deemed to be OUT ON THE FULL. BOUNDARY UMPIRES MUST SIGNAL OUT OF BOUNDS ON THE FULL.
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Throw-ins. Too many umpires standing and ‘spectating’ after throwing the ball in. Umpires should IMMEDIATELY move away to about 10m from play preferably on the long side of play.
THE UGLY
For this week there was none.
THEME FOR THIS WEEK 4
THE UGLY
Umpires turning up to senior games late (Third week in a row)
THEME FOR WEEK 3
THEME FOR THIS WEEK
“RETURNING THE BALL TO THE CENTRE SQUARE”
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