Online Course | Forums | Contact 

Last Updated: Aug 24, 2017 - 7:57:02 AM 

UmpireHockey.com 
Ask The Umpire
Blog/Opinions
Rules and Briefings
Stories from the Field
Training & Development
Helpful Documents
Helpful Videos





FREE Hit Counters!

UmpireHockey.com
is published by
Cris Maloney.


Stories from the Field

Stories from the Field
Competitive Competition Surfaces
ORIGINALLY PUBLISHED 12 SEPT 2006: In an effort to find a way to help hockey programs that are relying on a grass competition surface, UmpireHockey.com found a superior grass surface and interviewed its lead groundskeeper.
Sep 24, 2015 - 8:00:00 AM

Stories from the Field
Evaluations (Coaches > Umpires; Umpires > Coaches)
Seemingly every year someone or some group asks or requires that field hockey coaches evaluate umpires. Umpires often scoff at this idea saying that coaches should be evaluating their players and because most coaches aren't trained in conducting umpire evaluations, and, in many areas, coaches do not have to pass a national rules examination. Rather than discuss the merits of the arguments, let's just build a list of items that should be considered for inclusion on one nationwide evaluation form.
Aug 20, 2014 - 9:00:00 PM

Stories from the Field
Frank DeFord Nails Umpiring
Don't Overlook The Unsung Umpire; Referees Can Be Pretty, Too
by Frank DeFord, May 28, 2014

Not so long ago, while enjoying a libation in a decorous saloon, the proprietor...

May 28, 2014 - 9:00:00 AM

Stories from the Field
FIH Changes Time Structure
The FIH has announced changes to the structure of the game that will result in a higher intensity, faster paced and more exciting game of hockey.
Mar 20, 2014 - 9:00:00 AM

Stories from the Field
SURVEY: What Rules Should NFHS Change For 2014
To answer our survey about what rules changes the NFHS should support, please click here.

ADVERTISEMENT: Thinking about coaching or umpiring? Want to be a better player? Do you know a bewildered parent trying to figure out what's going on?
$12.99 USD. Available on Amazon and FieldHockeyBook.com

Jan 1, 2014 - 12:00:00 AM

SEND US YOUR PHOTO!
E-mail your favorite umpire photo to
photos@umpirehockey.com


Integrate all copy, including by line, into photo.

<< prev next page >>

Latest Headlines
Ask The Umpire
Goalkeeper Punt
Q0017: Where do defenders have to be on an indoor penalty corner?
Q0016: Will the USA continue indirect free push requirement?
Blog/Opinions
Self-pass
Four Quarters
Confused application of Rule 9.11.
Rules and Briefings
FIH announces rule changes to 2016 Indoor Hockey
Rumor Rules
2014 Interpretations NCAA & NFHS (video)
Stories from the Field
Competitive Competition Surfaces
Evaluations (Coaches > Umpires; Umpires > Coaches)
Frank DeFord Nails Umpiring
Training & Development
Online Umpiring Course
You Make The Call (Video Vote)
FIH introduces Umpire Manager Marking System
Helpful Documents
Umpire Team Evaluation Form
USA Field Hockey's 2015 Comparison Table
NCAA 2014 Modifications and our recommendations
Helpful Videos
Ball Placement After Danger
After Goal Scoring (what to do)
Why Umpires Don't Card Coaches