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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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Jaco Earns 50 in Big Dance!

21 Sep 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate WAFL Boundary Umpire Jaco Jansen Van Rensburg who will officiate his 50th league match this weekend in the WAFL Grand Final between East Fremantle and Peel Thunder at Optus Stadium. Since joining the panel, Jaco has worked hard to maintain his elite running ability and his craft. He is constantly seeking feedback and improvement from peers and coaches and

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WAFL Reserves Grand Final

21 Sep 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate the following umpires on their appointment to the 2023 WAFL Reserves Grand Final. Field Umpires: James Kerr Alex Crowhurst Keegan Titterton Emergency Field Umpire: Jack McCarthy Boundary Umpires: Dane Smith David Thatcher Bayley Lamont Jarrad Andrews Goal Umpires: David Hayes Brendan Williamson Emergency Goal Umpire: Lachlan Bettini Congratulations all and best of luck on Sunday!

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WAFL League Grand Final

20 Sep 2023

The WANFLUA would like to congratulate the following umpires on their selection to the WAFL League Grand Final in 2023. Field Umpires: Ben Laycock Louis Jago (First League Grand Final) Jason Gibb (First League Grand Final) Trent Mcphee Boundary Umpires: Luke Graves Jaco Jansen Van Rensburg (First League Grand Final) Bailey Foulk Ethan Lamont Goal Umpires: Luke Caifano Reuben Garlett (First League Grand Final) Emergency:

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