Jun 6, 2016 | News
A well-known quote ‘You get what you work for, not what you wish for’ is a great way to introduce newly promoted AFL boundary umpire Ryan Kukura who was awarded Heritage Number 567 when he umpired his first AFL match between the West Coast Eagles and Richmond on 15...
Jun 2, 2016 | News
Family tradition often dictates what walk of life a youngster follows. So spare a thought for Josh Mather because umpiring was in his blood before he could walk. He had no options but to follow in his grand father’s footsteps, AFLUA life member, George and...
May 31, 2016 | News
Congratulations to boundary umpire, Josh Mather who umpired his 50th AFL match in the Dreamtime at the ‘G game on Saturday night. Josh, who comes from a strong umpiring and athletics background, has clocked up his games in his third year on the list. Our Fiona...
May 30, 2016 | News
Michael, or Leo, as he was commonly known passed away after a brief illness on Saturday May 21. He was buried on Thursday 26 May. Leo’s wife Margaret, told us of Leo’s love and passion for umpiring and of football that he shared with his grand children up until his...
May 26, 2016 | News
The first of our state games is played this weekend, when rivals SA come up against the Vic’s in Adelaide. Tune in to Channel 7’s telecast to see a good rivalry play out with some of the best young umpires also representing their states. The three field...
