Umpire (field hockey)

They must also ensure that the correct amount of time is allowed for the match and record the scoring of goals and issuing of penalty cards to players.

Positioning in the shooting circle is critical as correct decisions are necessary here to maintain the control of the match as well as the outcome.

The early history of hockey officiating is quite similar to that of football refereeing: decisions could only be made on appeal by the players (compare with cricket where this is still the case for some decisions); and if no dedicated official was available the team captain could act as an umpire in addition to playing.

In February 2012, Grays International became the new supplier of official's uniforms (including umpiring shirts) for FIH competitions,[4][5] replacing TK.

Grays manufacture three colours of umpire shirts for international matches - red, yellow and blue.

The scope of the video umpire's role is restricted to making decisions as to whether or not a goal has been legally scored.