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A Young Umpire at the YAZOO National Youth Hockey Festival in 2007

Young Umpire Award

The perfect start!  A three step (bronze, silver and gold) introduction  to hockey's rules and umpiring all delivered in a fun and interesting way. This award is suitable for young people of 8-13 years and can be delivered in schools and junior clubs.

About the Award

This Award operates in schools and clubs with junior squads and is designed for young players of 8 to 13 years. Why not ask your teacher or club coach if they'll run a course?  It is based exclusively on Mini Hockey and fun to do from start to finish. Courses are set up for a minimum of 10 participants.

Who can tutor the Award?

Hockey Development Officers, teachers, hockey umpires, coaches ... basically anyone who can motivate and stimulate a young audience.