Kevin Frederick Smith – 53 years in umpiring

Oct 4, 2017 | News

Now this is something to ponder over!  Kevin has been involved in umpiring, either officiating or advising for two-thirds of his life! And that is worth celebrating! Kevin Frederick Smith was born on 10 October 1946 at the Sacred Heart Hospital to Frederick and...

All Australian Umpires announced

Oct 3, 2017 | Awards, News

Umpiring a grand final is one accolade that all umpires aspire too.  Then to be chosen as the best in Australia in your craft is the icing on the cake.  Field umpire Matt Stevic was announced as the All Australian field umpire for a record fifth time at the...

Everyone has a story to tell

Oct 3, 2017 | News

THE Mornington Peninsula has many retirees with a story or even a book, and Eric Brewer is one of those. A few months ago he moved to Rosebud from Benalla, which had been his home for a good part of his life. Brewer now thinks the retirement in Rosebud is utopia...

Will the bounce be bounced after the 2017 AFL grand final?

Sep 28, 2017 | News

One of the AFL’s great moments – the opening bounce of the grand final – will be a casualty of change should the league decide to ban umpires from bouncing the ball. Saturday’s grand final between Richmond and Adelaide could be the last time...

Rose O’Dea is not defined by football

Sep 27, 2017 | News

AFL goal umpire, Rose O’Dea has put her umpiring career on hold as she takes a bold step to further her career.  I chatted with Rose last week to gain a better understanding of what she was doing and why.  Her responses make for an engaging chat.  Read...