ALL CLUB VOLUNTEER UMPIRES (RETURNING AND NEW) MUST REGISTER EACH YEAR

Thank you for volunteering to help out your team and the SMJFL by wanting to become a Club Volunteer Umpire. Get the best view in the house, whilst actively contributing to the development of grassroots football!

Along with your registration, there will be compulsary education sessions (only need to attend one) which provide you with everything you need to know regarding being a Club Volunteer Umpire including:

• Rules and interpretations
• Admin duties
• Match day tasks and duties
• Management techniques

To register as a Club Volunteer Umpire for 2026: Fill out your details in the fields below

Information sessions will be sent out to all registered umpires once completed. 

Alongside this form, you MUST also registered on PlayHQ as a 'Volunteer' for your respective club.

 

Code of Conduct - 2026

ALL Club Volunteer Umpires must read and sign the Umpiring Department Code of Conduct. Please take the time to read the below.

If you have any questions, please contact Portia via umpiring@smjfl.com.au

 

Specifically, by signing this Code of Conduct, I pledge to: 

1.             Remember that junior sports provide an opportunity for children to learn and have fun and will place their safety above all else;  

2.             Operate within the Rules and Spirit of the code; ensuring that they are knowledgeable of the rules Australian Rules football and the by-laws of the South Metro Junior Football League, and apply those rules fairly to all participants, teams and coaches;  

3.             Attend Club Umpire training sessions when required; 

4.             Encourage good sportsmanship by demonstrating positive support of all players, coaches, fellow Umpires and league administrators at all times; 

5.             Not make physical contact with any player unless it is at the request of a trainer/professional. I.e. To assist with first aid for an injured player 

6.             Ensure all administrative tasks associated with umpiring in the SMJFL are completed accurately, fully and meet designated timelines; 

7.             Display control, respect and professionalism to all involved with the sport. This includes Umpires, players, coaches, officials, administrators, the media, parents/caregivers and spectators; 

8.             Respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion; 

9.             Take responsibility for all actions taken; 

10.          Not allow personal friendships and associations to influence my decisions during a contest; 

11.          Be a positive role model in terms of behaviour and personal appearance. 

 

People expect Umpires to be: 

§  Trustworthy – honest and impartial 

§  Responsible – appreciate the importance of the role of the Umpire 

§  Fit – physically prepared for the task 

§  Knowledgeable – know the rules. 

§  Punctual – arrive at the ground a minimum of ½ hour before the scheduled commencement of the game 

In aiming to fulfill those expectations, Umpires should be aware that first impressions are often lasting impressions and that, when wearing the SMJFL Club Umpire uniform, they are representing their Club. 

Please complete by signing below via the JotForm signature