Premier Grand Final boundary umpire, Ryan Pulley, has been awarded the 2022 AFL Victoria Silver Whistle award for most outstanding Academy umpire in Eastern Region.
As a member of the AFL Victoria Talent Academy, Pulley was awarded the Silver Whistle for his performances in state league (NAB League, VFLW) matches this year, his attendance and participation in academy personal development sessions and his willingness to assist in coaching fellow umpires.
Pulley’s outstanding season culminated in him umpiring the Eastland Senior Premier Grand Final.
EFNL Umpire Operations Manager Scott Van Noordennen praised Pulley on his award, saying his performance throughout the year has been at a consistently high standard.
“Ryan has had a fantastic season with the EFNL. He applies himself in all aspect for his umpiring, is a very valued member of our club and has a very bright future in umpiring,” he said.
“Whilst this award is a great personal achievement for Ryan, it shows that the EFNL is invested in its umpiring programs and supported by great umpire coaches and umpires.
“The EFNL is committed to investing in umpiring to ensure we continue to develop high level umpires across all disciplines of umpiring.”
Anybody interested in umpiring in the EFNL’s football competition is encouraged to visit the umpiring page on the EFNL homepage for further information, including registration and training information for season 2023.
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