Requirements

Field Hockey is a fast-moving game!

• Since the outdoor game is played on a field slightly larger than a football field, your ability to sprint and get up & down the field is paramount;
• Umpires in San Diego must be at least 18 years of age;
• SDFHOA umpires work high school & middle school games;
• Currently, SDFHOA games use NFHS rules;
• The high school season runs from August through November, with preseason training starting in early June;​
• SDFHOA membership dues for 2025 will be $65
• SDFHOA meets multiple times before & during the season for administration & training - additional classroom & on-field training is required.  Per our CIF contract, we have the following training requirements:

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For Certified Officials (those who have officiated for at least the last season and who have been rated) the requirements are:

Attendance at three (3) General meetings
3 hours of class instruction
4 hours of field instruction
2 hours of officiating scrimmages
Test score of 80% or higher

For Apprentice Officials (new to the Association this year, or who were new and not rated in previous seasons) the requirements are:

Attendance at three (3) General meetings
7 hours of class instruction
4 hours of field instruction
2 hours of officiating scrimmages
Test score of 80% or higher

Umpires needed for 2025 season.  Must be available for training June & July.
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