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Congratulations Brett Rosebury - games record holder

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Tonight Brett Rosebury breaks the record for umpiring the most AFL games when he runs out for the 503rd time. I know it's not specifically a Melbourne Demons post, but without umpires, we don't have a game. 

Reading the article reminds me that for every new or changed rule that our players need to learn, so, too, do the umpires who we expect to get it right first time and every time.

So, congratulations Brett Rosebury.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-08-04/afl-umpire-brett-rosebury-creates-history-with-most-games/102684112

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    Given the abuse and derision the umpires have to put up with, that's a great record and excellent service. He must have a hide of steel.

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    I don't recall any celebration for his 500th game, maybe I missed it, but that is a massive achievement.

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    44 minutes ago, La Dee-vina Comedia said:

    Tonight Brett Rosebury breaks the record for umpiring the most AFL games when he runs out for the 503rd time. I know it's not specifically a Melbourne Demons post, but without umpires, we don't have a game. 

    Reading the article reminds me that for every new or changed rule that our players need to learn, so, too, do the umpires who we expect to get it right first time and every time.

    So, congratulations Brett Rosebury.

    https://www.abc.net.au/news/2023-08-04/afl-umpire-brett-rosebury-creates-history-with-most-games/102684112

    Well done Brett, a fantastic achievement  and still one of the best going round.

    I am always happy to see he is umpiring our games. 

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    31 minutes ago, old55 said:

    I don't recall any celebration for his 500th game, maybe I missed it, but that is a massive achievement.

    It was publicised at the time, and he had a guard of honour from both teams (Colingwood v Fremantle).

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    A terrific example for youngsters looking to learn and move into umpiring. 
     

    Such a dearth across all levels of ammo and juniors that it’s likely to have a negative impact on the game at some stage soon. 

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    Well done, Brett.

    In fact, well done all umpires.

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    4 hours ago, old55 said:

    I don't recall any celebration for his 500th game, maybe I missed it, but that is a massive achievement.

    Agreed, 500 games is unbelievable. That's the equivalent of umpiring every round including finals for 19 years. He's also one of the better umpires.

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    That is a mighty effort and great to see some umpire recognition on DL.

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    Occasionally when watching a game I'm struck by just how many decisions umpires have to make and communicate within very short periods of time at an often frenetic pace these days. It's even more obvious now that umps are mic'ed up. Especially with needing to say "Stand" with every mark (surely this will end at some point?).

    I don't think there's another sport that requires so much involvement of umpires not just in adjudicating the game but directing players and often with the expectation that decisions be explained to players in real time as well. When you add in the fitness and other physical components (centre bounces), it's a lot.

    Anyway, congrats to Brett!

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    I am really glad to see some credit given to umpires for a change. That is one heck of an achievement and should be celebrated like any milestone.

    Good job @La Dee-vina Comedia!

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    Incredible achievement. Umpiring 503 AFL games to break the record in a thankless job constantly being abused by crowds is amazing. Well done Brett Rosebury - hats off to you!

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    What Lou said 👍🏻👏🏼

    Edited by Demon Dynasty

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