Umpires on run

Wimmera football umpires have laid down a challenge to footballers and netballers in the lead-up to the start of the season next week.

An ‘Outrun the Ump’ themed Wimmera River parkrun will see umpires encouraging people to have a run, jog and walk on Saturday.

AFL Wimmera Mallee director of umpiring Cameron Pickering said an all-abilities umpire, dressed in their green gear, would act as a pace setter or target to chase.

“Umpires are going through their final preparations for the season and we are still looking for new members,” he said.

“The parkrun is a great way to promote the health and social benefits of umpiring, while having a run themselves.

“If anyone is interested in more information about the ‘Outrun the Ump’ parkrun even or thinking about umpiring footy, it’s not too late.”

Wimmera River parkrun starts from Sawyer Park at 8am on Saturdays. People can preregister at parkrun.com.au/wimmera riverhorsham.

Mr Pickering said people interested in umpiring could call him on 0428 922 589.