You Never Forget Your First – For the Love of the Game’s Round 1 Review
The VAFA’s back for 2026! Jason Bennett, Matty Donald & Brayden May take a long, lingering look at everything that happened across Round 1 of the competition in a jam-packed
As the Umpiring Group takes a well-deserved break during off season, the VAFA is excited to open 2026 Umpire Registrations on Officials HQ.
Returning Umpires
Returning umpires should log in to Officials HQ and the system will prompt you to re-register by confirming your umpire details. Please use this direct link: https://home.officialshq.com
New Umpires
There has never been a better time to become an umpire in the VAFA competition. You can join a group of over 600 supportive umpires, learn the basics of umpiring, attend training to learn practical skills, and umpire at clubs in your local area. New umpires are welcome to join the VAFA via this link: https://registration-afl.officialshq.com
November Registration Competition
Every umpire who registers in November will go into the draw to win a $130 New Balance Gift Card. Two Prize Winners will be announced on December 1.

Pre-season
Stay tuned for information on the commencement of pre-season in February 2026. Training is held every Monday and Wednesday at Elsternwick Park. New umpires are welcome to attend and meet their fellow umpires and coaches.
Questions and Registration Help
If you have any questions about umpiring or would like to join, please contact Stephen Privitera, VAFA Umpire Operations Manager via [email protected]

The VAFA’s back for 2026! Jason Bennett, Matty Donald & Brayden May take a long, lingering look at everything that happened across Round 1 of the competition in a jam-packed
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