This page has been created as a Tournament FAQ for umpires officiating at the 2025 World 9s and/or Masters 9s.
What is the date of the 2025 World 9s & Masters 9s?
World 9s – Saturday 8 February
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Masters 9s – Saturday 22 February
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Where is the venue?
Box Hill Rugby Union Football Club, Cnr. Middleborough & Canterbury Roads, Box Hill
Where can I find the fixtures?
The 2025 fixtures will be released later this month.
To give you an idea of timings, the 2024 fixture can be found here – www.aflinternational.com/world9s/fixture
What are the playing rules?
The playing rules for both the World 9s & Masters 9s can be found at www.aflinternational.com/world9s/match-rules
Please take the time to read them and understand them, it will make your day much more enjoyable!
We will also have an umpire’s briefing at 9.15am on match day to go over the rules.
Is there parking at the venue?
Yes.
What do I need to bring?
There is a dedicated umpire’s room in the clubhouse. There is only one clubhouse at the venue, so it’s very easy to find. This is where we will meet on match day.
Don’t forget to also bring yourself and a whistle! Current AFI umpires – please ensure you bring your existing AFI green shirt, AFI umpire cap, AFI umpire shorts, AFI umpire wristbands and AFI black socks.
Also, runners are recommended, but please bring your boots as this is Melbourne! On the subject of weather, you can find the weather forecast for Melbourne here.
Food & Drinks
Please note the Box Hill Rugby Club will not be operating a bar and canteen this year, so please bring your own sandwiches. We have bought a brand new 30L Gatorade esky, which will be full, ice cold and for your use during the day (don’t forget to bring a water bottle). We will also supply plenty of lollies and bananas for you to enjoy as well.
Hashtags
If you are taking photos and posting on Instagram, it would be great if you could include the hashtags #aflinternational and #world9s for the World 9s and #aflinternational and #masters9s for the Masters 9s. Thank you!
Who are the umpires?
Please find below the current list of umpires who have confirmed their availability for one or both events.
Field Umpires
1. Brendan Corcoran – both
2. Bruce Lister – both
3. Joe Tartaglia – both
4. Merv Monty – both
5. Tim McBain – both
6. Laurie Girardo – World 9s
7. John Natoli – World 9s
8. Avi Kulatunge – both
9. David Smith – Masters 9s
10. Luke Wong – both
Goal Umpires
1. Robert Roscoe – both
2. Shelley Thomas – both
3. Neil Whatman – both
4. Eddie Kowalczrx – both
5. Melissa Tartaglia – both
6. Ted Brooks – both
7. Jess Burnal – both
Is there a roster?
There will be and it will be sent out to you closer to the events.
From experience the roster will evolve during the day – to account for people who need a break etc. But everyone will get plenty of games and the chance to rest as well.
How much fun is it going to be?
Heaps! See you soon 🙂