Age: Currently 27 & 6 months
Started: 2015
In 2015 I was introduced to a world of umpiring when my case worker Lauren suggested to me I should give umpiring a try in which the role of field umpire would be a good opportunity for me.
With Lauren's support and accompanying me to umpire training I was able to get my certificate one and officially start umpiring weekends. In the same year I umpired in the Encompass Cup for the Under 14's age group.

During the following years I have become independent in being able to get myself to umpiring and training without support and have also umpired football games by myself if the other umpire has been unable to attend on short notice.
I really enjoy the opportunities to be a field umpire and see it as an ongoing career option for me well into my 80's hopefully and it helps me look after my health because it is good to be fit and healthy.

Jay was the first person that approached my office and greeted me with open arms. He always has the courtesy of popping his head in asking if there is anything he could do for me with a great smile.

Andi Shepherd - Geelong Umpires Sports Office Administrator