Level 1 Umpire Courses
These courses are suitable for umpires, players and coaches. Anyone involved in hockey at secondary school/club level or above should consider attending. The course covers rule interpretations, modern trends in the game, umpire pathways and more! Course presenters are current international or NHL umpires and officials.
Theory Exam Papers
These four papers (including answers) provide a wide range of interesting scenarios and umpire questions. They should be downloaded and used as part of local and regional umpiring initiatives. Junior umpires will benefit from working through these papers as part of their development plan. Some umpires may wish to formally complete the exam and then mark it themselves, others may choose to work through questions in groups or use as part of facilitated discussions.
Theory Paper One
Theory Paper Two
Theory Paper Three
Theory Paper Four
FIH Rules
Click here for FIH 2011 RULES OF HOCKEY
2009 new 'free hit' rule - CLICK HERE to read memo
Modern Hockey by Craig Gribble and Lyn Farrell
Click here for article relating to modern hockey thinking
25 mm bow of the stick
Click here for article
Rule changes regarding goalkeeping privileges
Click here to view
Low forehand drive
Click here to view article