The next step in the umpiring pathway at DPNA is the National C Badge.
- This is a nationally recognised accreditation that demonstrates your ability to officiate against the National C Badge Criteria over a full 60-minute game.
- A mentor will work with you to assess your readiness for C Badge testing and help develop the skills required for national badging.
- When your mentor believes you are ready, Phoenix will liaise with DPNA to arrange a screening. During this process, two nationally badged umpires will observe you officiating a full game and assess your performance against the required criteria. The screening determines whether you are ready to proceed to formal testing or if further development is recommended.
- Once approved for testing, you will be assessed against the National C Badge criteria during a full match. Testing is typically conducted on Cadets or Intermediates Division 1 games, with some Opens Division 2 or 3 games also used where appropriate.
If you wish to progress further the National B Badge will be the next step in the umpiring pathway. If you have a National C Badge and wish to be considered for this next step, please contact umpiring@phoenixnetball.org.au