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primarily responsible for the decisions in their half of the field, for the whole of the game without changing ends
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responsible for ensuring that the full or agreed time is played and for indicating the end of the first half and of the game if time is prolonged for completion of the penalty corner
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solely responsible for decisions on the ball going out of play for the full length of their nearer side-line and back-line
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solely responsible for decisions on corners, penalty corners, penalty strokes and goals in their own half and free hits in their own circle
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responsible for keeping a written record of goals scored and warnings/suspensions
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debarred from coaching during a game and during half-time.
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Umpires shall blow the whistle to
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start and end each half of the game
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enforce a penalty
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start and end a penalty stroke
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indicate, when necessary, that the ball has passed wholly outside the field
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signal a goal
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restart the game after a goal has been scored or awarded
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restart the game after a penalty stroke in which a goal was not scored or awarded
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stop the game for any other reason and restart after such a stoppage.
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Umpires should be in suitable positions to see clearly all offences and face the players all the time
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Umpires operate primarily in half of the field with the centre line to their left and the defending goal to their right
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In general, the most suitable position for umpires is ahead of and on the right wing of the attack
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For play between the centre-line and 23 metres line on their side of the field, umpires should be near their own side-line
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When the ball and play are within their 23 metres area or circle, umpires should move inwards in the field and, when necessary, into the circle itself
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Proximity to or being in the circle will help umpires to see that shots at goal are legitimate and to see important breaches by defenders or attackers
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Umpires should be mobile to ensure an appropriate position for each part of the game and to be able instantly to judge the relative positions of players, it is impossible for static umpires always to give correct decisions
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Umpires should not allow their positioning to interfere with the flow of play.
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For corners and penalty corners : |
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Take up a position which gives a clear view of all potential action but which does not interfere with the play.
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Take up a position behind and to the right of the player taking the stroke.
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Umpires should prepare thoroughly for each game:
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they should arrive at the field, prepared for the game, in good time and prepare themselves for the game.
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before the game commences, umpires must check the field markings, especially the circle-lines and goal-lines, and the goals and their nets, check for any dangerous playing or field equipment, and ensure that necessary remedial action is taken.
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Whistling |
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The whistle is an umpire's primary means of communication with players, a colleague umpire and others involved in the game:
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The whistle should always be blown decisively and loudly enough for all involved in the game to be able to hear it. This does not mean long loud whistles at all times. Players should be able to "hear" the seriousness of the offence.
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It should not normally be blown for the taking of free hits, balls over the back-line, hits-in, corners, penalty corners or bullies
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In rare cases it may be advisable to reverse a decision if it is obvious that a mistake has been made; the whistle must be blown and action taken at once. Players must then be allowed to get into a proper position.
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Achieving High Standards |
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These notes are not intended to be comprehensive, but offer general guidance on achieving high standards of umpiring:
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practise regularly.
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are mentally alert and decisive at all times.
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develop a good and consistent sense of judgement.
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are not discouraged by an occasional genuine mistake.
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dismiss any mistakes from their mind and concentrate still more.
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recognise that there is no such person as a perfect umpire.
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continuously strive to improve their standards.
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always umpire fairly, with a sense of justice and with integrity.
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Signaling |
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Remember when signals are required.
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For signals in which the arm is horizontal, the arm should be straight with the open palm of the hand at eye level.
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Signals should be held up long enough to ensure that all players and the other umpire are aware of decisions
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Umpires should not look away from the players when a signal or decision is made, this can otherwise result in further offences not being seen or in a loss of concentration, or can indicate a lack of self-confidence
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Umpires should not signal across their bodies.
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Umpires should preferably be stationary when giving a signal.
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Further details click to World Hockey website |
