Umpires

The VAFA is thrilled to announce the successful launch of its new Umpire Academy Program at Ivanhoe Grammar School. This initiative aims to equip students with all the essential skills

In an innovative move to foster mutual understanding and respect within the VAFA, a new initiative has been launched that sees umpires visiting clubs during pre-season. This program aims to

The VAFA has continued its reputation as the leading competition for umpiring talent, with half of the umpires promoted to the VFL in 2024 from the VAFA competition. This latest

The VAFA is now recruiting umpires for the 2024 season, coinciding with the launch of the new 2024 VAFA umpire recruitment video. The competition is currently recruiting new boundary, field,

VAFA Umpires have performed exceptionally well at the recent V/Line Cup Carnival held in Shepparton. The carnival forms an integral part of the state league umpiring selection pathway. In what

The parent-child relationship is special in sport. In the umpiring family at the VAFA, we have two outstanding examples of fathers and daughters umpiring in our great competition.  Firstly, Bruce

The VAFA is delighted to announce the details of a VAFA Women’s Player to Umpire training night. The VAFA and AFL Victoria Umpiring Department have collaborated to host an engaging

Following the success of National Community Umpiring Week, the VAFA will be showing its appreciation for umpires this weekend during Round 6 of the competition. Community Umpiring Week raises awareness

Ahead of the 2023 season, the Victorian Amateur Football Association (VAFA) and the Yarra Junior Football League (YJFL) are pleased to announce an exciting new umpire growth partnership. This agreement