There are two streams for Umpire Development in the Midlands:
- Area Umpire Development covers both coaching and assessing for umpires taking neutral appointments within the Midlands area. We run an extensive programme covering all aspects of umpire development.
If you are interested in taking neutral appointments or would like further information generally, please contact our Development Lead, Colin Jones at umpiredevlead@midlands.hockey who will be happy to discuss matters with you. - Any umpires looking for opportunities to improve their umpiring at club level should get in touch with their Club Umpire Developer who will work with the Midlands Club Liaison team, which includes the Level 1 Assessment Manager, to help new umpires get qualified and get their practise in!
Find out more about Umpiring Courses at: Umpiring Courses | England Hockey
Midlands Officiating run Club Umpire Training Events (CUTE) during the summer, the details and application forms for the 2026 summer programme is listed below. More information about CUTE can be found here.
Click the links to find out more about Midlands Officiating umpire pathways:
SUMMER 2026
Young Club Umpire Training Event
Calling all young hockey umpires! Thinking about umpiring? Just started? Or haven't picked up the whistle in a while?
Come and join Midlands Hockey Officiating for a fun, relaxed training session created just for young umpires aged 14–22.
- Build your confidence
- Meet other young umpires
- Learn new skills
- Have fun in a supportive environment
Sunday 19 July 2026, Willenhall E-ACT Academy. Hosted by Bloxwich Hockey Club. FREE to attend!
This is the first event of its kind, with the hope of making it a regular opportunity for young umpires across the Midlands.
Clubs, coaches, and parents – please share details of this event with any young people who might be interested. Whether they're already umpiring or just curious about giving it a go, everyone is welcome.
Under-18s will need a completed parent/guardian consent form.
Click here for the Application form
Club Umpire Training Events (CUTE)
2026 Summer Programme
The club Engagement Team announce the 2026 Summer Programme of CUTE.
FREE events aimed at L1 unassessed or L1 assessed club Umpires who would like to:
- Refresh knowledge
- Update skills
- Prepare for L1 assessment
- Improve umpiring knowledge
| Date | Venue | Application form |
| Saturday 1st August | Beacon HC, Walsall | Application form |
| Sunday 23rd August | North Staffs HC, Stoke on Trent | Application form |
| Sunday 30th August | Burton HC, Burton on Trent | Application form |
| Sunday 13th September | Stourport HC, Stourport on Severn | Application form |
Please complete the application form for the event you wish to attend, ensuring the mandatory fields are completed. There are a maximum number of places available and you will be notified of your successful application.
Andy Barnes
Midlands Officiating – Club Engagement Group
Club Umpire Training Event Coordinator
clubumpiretraining@midlands.hockey