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Lewis Records 100

01 Aug 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Boundary Umpire Lewis Williams, who will officiate in his 100th career WAFL match this weekend in the game between Swan Districts and Subiaco at Steele Blue Oval. The East Perth product has been one of the most consistent performers over the past few seasons since making his league debut in 2018. He has proved to be a leader

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Beau Makes Historic Debut

29 Jul 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Boundary Umpire Beau Wilson, who will make his WAFL League debut this weekend in the match between Subiaco and West Coast at Sullivan Logistics Stadium. At just 16, Beau has made an extraordinary rise to the top of state football largely due to his elite running ability as well as the development in his skills as a boundary

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Isaac Breaks Through

29 Jul 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Goal Umpire Isaac Bavcevic, who will make his WAFL League Debut this weekend in the match between Perth and Peel Thunder at Mineral Resources Park. Coming through the PFL, Isaac joined the WAFL hoping for a new challenge after officiating in five A Grade Grand Finals, and since joining the WAFL has become a highly consistent member of

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Lleyton Brings Up 50

29 Jul 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Boundary Umpire, Lleyton Jose, who will officiate in his 50th career WAFL match this weekend in the game between Claremont and South Fremantle at Revo Fitness Stadium. In his return season from a severe injury, Lleyton has quickly renewed the consistency in his training standards and performance, leading to this opportunity. Lleyton has umpired nearly every League football

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Garrett Locks in 200

03 Apr 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate current AFL Boundary umpire Josh Garrett who will officiate in his 200th match this weekend between Fremantle and Adelaide. A natural runner, Josh has always been involved with sports and played rugby before taking up cross country at school. Like many other successful umpires, he started running the boundary to pick up extra pocket money before he joined the

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Pre-Season Medalists

03 Apr 2024

The WANFLUA congratulates the following umpires who won the Pre-Season Medal for their respective disciplines at Tuesday night's Panel Night. This rewards these umpires who had an outstanding pre-season on the field and the training track. Ross Capes Medal: Matt Caifano Ron Hall Medal: Zac Butterworth Merv Rose Medal: Lachlan Bettini Congratulations team!

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Mitch Moves On

19 Feb 2024

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate the career of WAFL Boundary Umpire Mitch Vernon, who announced his retirement to the group on Sunday. Mitch has had an outstanding career, officiating in the 2020 WAFL League Grand Final, 8 AFLW Games, and a Reserves and a Colts Grand Final. Mitch also participated in the National 16's Championships in 2017. Mitch was always willing to mentor younger

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Graves Elevated!

26 Oct 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Boundary Umpire Luke Graves who has recieved a contract on the AFL Senior List in 2024. This is a significant appointment for Luke, who will transfer to the Gold Coast to pursue this goal. Since joining the WAFL Panel in 2014 he has managed 80 senior games which has provided him with this opportunity. Luke’s resume is unmatched,

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Chad Takes a Break!

25 Oct 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate the career of WAFL Goal Umpire Chad Smith, who has decided to step away from the panel to pursue personal goals and continue travelling the globe. Since joining the panel Chad made an instant impression with his attitude and willingness to improve not just himself, but the people around him, proving a great mentor to the younger members in

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WAFL Colts Grand Final

22 Sep 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate the following umpires who have been appointed to the 2023 WAFL Colts Grand Final between Perth and Claremont at Optus Stadium on Sunday. Field Umpires: Nic Bevan James Wilkinson Liam Wyatt-Smith Emergency Field Umpire: Victor Le Tessier Boundary Umpires: Blake Glossop Beau Wilson Zac Butterworth Darcy Rogan Goal Umpires: Isaac Bavcevic Muneerah Foster Emergency Goal Umpire: Bryarne Fry Congratulations

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