General and Event Resources

Selection Policy
The Selection Policy provides selection guidelines for officials to Australian Championships.

Umpire Briefing
Hockey Australia is in the process of producing a document for Umpire Managers, Coaches, Coordinators, Umpires and Players alike to aid understanding of the Rules of Hockey. It will be essential reading. In the interim, please refer to the FIH umpire manager page referrenced above.

Play the Whistle Pack
Play the Whistle is an initiative to encourage competing hockey teams, team officials and spectator groups to play in the true spirit of the game. The spirit of the game encompasses demonstrating behaviours that are outlined in the codes of behaviour.

Fitness Testing Standards for Hockey Australia Umpires

All Hockey Australia Officials are expected to achieve fitness testing standards in line with the level of competition they will be officiating. Please review the attached document to understand your obligations.

FIH Umpire Fitness Training Manual
As a hockey umpire it is essential to have high levels of fitness to keep up with play and make correct umpiring decisions. This becomes particularly important during a tournament scenario where umpires may be involved in multiple matches over a short period of time with only minimal recovery between matches. This Fitness Training Manual is a useful resource for any umpire.

FIH Rules of Hockey Video Archive
This is a joint project between the FIH Umpiring Committee and Hockey Rules Board. The objective of the Video Library is to provide a collection of video clips which demonstrate the Rules of Hockey and their current interpretations. Updated Regularly.

Claim Form – Complete first 2 sections only

ATO Hobby Form

Umpire Performance Feedback Form