Umpires

One or two umpires should be appointed to ensure that the game is played safely, fairly, in the correct spirit and according to these Laws.

The umpire(s) is/are the sole judge(s) of LAW and FACT in the course of the game; their decision is final.

Should circumstances arise which are not specifically covered by these Laws, the umpire(s) should act as they deem fit.

When two umpires are operating, they should agree before the game how they want to assume responsibility for making decisions.

The umpire(s) should decide which ball is to be used for the game. A size 4 Gaelic football should be used for all games; it should be inflated a little less fully than a ball in Association Football or Rugby Football.

Umpires should try to play advantage whenever possible to maintain the flow of a game; Association Football provides a model for how this is to be done in Field Game.

When awarding a Penalty, the umpire should point towards the Goal-line of the offending team.

The umpire(s) must keep an accurate record of scoring and time.

The umpire(s) must ensure that players are wearing regulation clothing, including shin-pads and safe studs. Jewellery, watches and any other hard objects likely to cause injury must be removed.

Umpires are advised to talk to the players during play and when making a decision. This helps the players to understand how each umpire is reading the game and the Laws.

The umpire(s) may award a White card to a player or team showing exceptional conduct in the spirit of respect for players, officials and the game. A White card confers Whiteley & Pryor Cup points.