Learning to Umpire - Player/New Umpire module 

​​​​​​​CENTRE THEORY TEST 

The NNZ Learning to Umpire Module for New Umpires and Player Umpires replaces the Netball New Zealand Centre Theory test. This module is the first step towards the Centre Umpire Award or a pre-requisite for some Centres for Player Umpires.

The module helps New and Player Umpires understand some of the rules of netball as well as some practical techniques to enhance their umpiring.​​​​​​​

To learn more about how to sign-up and enrol for this module see guide below.

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​​​​​​​Starting Out Umpiring Netball

Netball New Zealand 's 19-page resource covering the introductory basics such as:

• Where do I start
• Reading the game
• Scoring
• Dual control
• Protocols
• Starting the game
• Substitutions & team changes
• Summary of sanctions
• Hand Signals

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Rules of Netball 

World Netball rule book 2024 edition. 

The rules of netball have now bee available through a downloadable app. 

Download here: 

Rules of Netball on the App Store (apple.com) 

Rules of Netball - Apps on Google Play

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Community Umpiring Guidelines

Netball New Zealand Resource covering umpire development such as:

• NZ Umpire Pathway
• Umpire Theory Exams
• Umpire Coach and Assessor Observations
• Fitness Testing 
• National Event Appointments

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