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Life Members
Demons District Football Umpires Association (DDFUA) Incorporated - Constitution By Laws
3.2 Life members
Nominations from an existing Member, seconded by two additional Members, should be made in writing to the Secretary with appropriate supporting documentation. If the Management Committee unanimously agree to the nomination, then this automatically is bestowed at the Annual General Meeting or the Annual Trophy Presentation Event.
To become eligible for Life Membership a member:
Will have been a Member of the Association for ten (10) or more years, have served either as a Committee member or within the Operations Department for five (5) or more years and have contributed significantly through their involvement in umpiring to the advancement of the discipline in Western Australia.
Life Members
Gavin Foreman
Inducted: 1988
Gavin was one of two umpires to be recognised as the first life members of the Association. This honour recognised his commitment to the Association in its formative years and his vast experience as an umpire. He was also awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1998.
Vince Pulsinelli
Inducted: 1988
An inaugural life member in 1988, Vince has been a dedicated umpire to both the SSJFUA and the Hills Umpiring Association for many years. Instrumental in laying down the fundraising culture within the Association, Vince has been a committed clubman and association member.
Chris Binks
Inducted: 1990
Chris was the Association's inaugural President in 1985. He also played an important role in the formative stages of the Association over the following few years. A seasoned umpire, after spending many years umpiring in the Sunday Football League, Chris introduced his son Adam to umpiring who went on to umpire at WAFL level. Chris was awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1985.
Gary French
Inducted: 1991
A 'larger than life' character, passionate about his local sport and well respected within the Gosnells and Kelmscott club circles as well as the umpiring fraternity. Gary was a major contributor to the umpiring social and cultural development including opening his home for many, many years for club functions. His son Wayne, also umpired with the SSJFUA and progressed to WAFL level.
Bob Gibbons
Inducted: 1993
Bob is a well respected member of the Association who has served on the Committee with distinction. He has served as President on three occasions (1983, 1994, 1995) and as Treasurer on four occasions (1987, 1989, 1990, 1991). He has also been awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1988 and 1994.
Steve Hills
Inducted: 1994
Steve is a foundation member of the DDFUA and one of its most active participants over a 25-year period. He has served as President on six occasions (1987, 1988, 1990, 1991, 2000, 2001), as Secretary on two occasions (1986, 1992) and as Treasurer once (1985). After a short break from the Association, Steve returned in 2009 as the Modifed Rules Coach and Coach of the Development Squad. In 2010, he took on the role of Umpires Advisor for the second time (1986, 2010). Steve has been awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy three times (1987, 1989 and 1999), which is a joint record for the Association.
Greg Jenyns
Inducted: 1995
Greg was a committed member of the Association who served with distinction on the Committee. He was Secretary for five consecutive seasons (1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991) and went onto be Umpires Advisor in 1992 and 1993. He was also Umpire of the Year in 1990.
Alan Marsh
Inducted: 1998
Alan has served as President on two occasions (1998, 1999) and was awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1992. Alan was, and continues to be, a passionate member of the Association who keeps in close touch with all current umpires.
Wayne Wendt
Inducted: 2000
Wayne is a long-serving member of the Association that has consistenly been involved with the Committee for the duration of his career. He has served as President on three occasions (2002, 2003, 2004), as Secretary on two occasions (2000, 2001) and as Treasurer on two occasions (1996, 1997). Wayne was also awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1996 and 2003. Wayne continued to be actively involved in a coaching capacity as Modified Rules Coach for three seasons (2011, 2012, 2013) and as Open Rules Coach for two seasons (2014, 2015).
Lance Cameron
Inducted: 2000
Lance is a popular member of the Association and continues to have a close involvement today. He served as President in 1996, as Treasurer on two occasions (1994, 1995) and has been awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy three times (1993, 1997, 2000). This is a joint-record for our Association with no other umpire having been recognised as the Umpire of the Year on more than three occasions.
Paul Simonsen
Inducted: 2000
Paul is one of the Association's longest serving members and best known personalities in the community. He has served as Association President in 1997, and Umpires Advisor in 1996. He was also awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 1995.
Glen Turner
Inducted: 2009
Glen started umpiring in 1996 and has since proven to be one of our most conistent and reliable umpires. He has also had a keen involvement in the Association's activities, serving as President in 2008, Umpires Advisor in 2009 and Open Rules Coach in 2013. He was also awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 2002.
Russell joined the Association in 1996 and is now one of the our most experienced umpires. Russell was awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 2007, after many years of being the stand-out umpire in the junior competition. He has also taken on the role of Assistant Coach in 2009 and 2010. Russell was also promoted to the position of Open Rules Coach for the 2011 season.
Russell Cooke
Inducted: 2009
Daniel joined the Association in 2002 and since 2006 was heavily involved in the Association's Committee. Daniel has served as President for four seasons (2006, 2007, 2009 & 2010). He was awarded Umpire of the Year twice (2005 and 2010) and umpired seven consecutive Grand Finals from 2004 to 2010. He later took a keen interest in umpire development and coaching as Umpire Manager for ten seasons (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020).
Daniel Gibbons
Inducted: 2011
Bryan joined the Association in 1999 and has umpired continuously since that time. He was a General Committee member for two seasons (2012, 2013) and a Match Day Coach for two seasons (2014, 2015). He umpired three consecutive Grand Finals in 2010, 2011 and 2012 and was recognised as the Umpire of the Year in 2012. He has also umpired extensively in the WAAFL competition and has made a wide ranging contribution to umpiring in many facets.
Bryan Doyle
Inducted: 2016
Kevin joined the Association in 2002 as an honorary member and, although never picking up a whistle himself, has had a significant impact on the Association. He has served on the Committee for fourteen seasons as Social Secretary (2003), Secretary (2004, 2005) and Treasurer (2006, 2007, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021 & 2022). His years of service on the Committee makes him the longest serving member of the Committee in the Association's history. He was also a member of the Operations Department as Administrative Officer for three seasons (2013, 2014, 2015).
Kevin Gibbons
Inducted: 2016
Scott joined the Association in 2006 and over a period of ten years has had an significant influence on the Association. He served on the Committee for seven seasons as Social Secretary (2008 & 2010) and as President (2011, 2012, 2013, 2016 & 2017). He umpired seven Grand Finals and was awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 2011. He was also a member of the Operations Department for four seasons; Administrative Officer (2011), Modified Rules Coach (2014) and Mentor Coach (2012 & 2013).
Scott Thompson
Inducted: 2017
Cory joined the Association in 2009 and over the ensuing period has represented the Association with distinction. He umpired five consecutive Grand Finals and was awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 2013. He served as Social Secretary for five seasons (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 & 2015). He was also a member of the Operations Department for two seasons as a Match Day Coach (2014 & 2015) and as Open Rules Senior Coach for five seasons (2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020). In 2018, he became the first DDFUA member to make his WAFL League field umpiring debut in 20 years.
Cory Dugan
Inducted: 2019
Alex joined the Association in 2009. As an umpire he excelled on the field having umpired four Grand Finals (2012-2015) and being awarded the Umpire of the Year trophy in 2015. He has undertaken the role of Open Rules Development Coach for five seasons (2016-2020). Alex has served the DDFUA with distinction on and off the field, as well as representing the Association at WAFL level. Alex has made a significant contribution to umpiring in our District.
Alex Paton
Inducted: 2020
Michael Bleakley
Inducted: 2020
Michael joined the Association in 2010. As an umpire he excelled on the field having umpired six Grand Finals (2013-2018). Later he joined the Operations Department where he was a Mentor Coach for one season (2016) before stepping into the role of Modified Rules Development Coach in 2017. From there, he was promoted to the role of Modified Rules Senior Coach and served for three seasons (2018-2020). Michael has made a significant contribution to the development of our most inexperienced umpires over this period.
Harrison
Swinbourn
Inducted: 2026
Harrison joined the Association in 2015 and quickly established himself as a reliable and committed young umpire, progressing into the Opens Rules squad and umpiring four consecutive Grand Finals from 2019 to 2022. He began coaching in 2022 and has since served as Modified Rules Senior Coach, primarily focusing on developing first‑year umpires. In 2025 he stepped into the role of President, contributing significantly to the growth and leadership of the Association. Harrison has umpired over 190 games for the Demons and has made a substantial impact on umpire development in the district.
Deacan Leete
Inducted: 2026
Deacan joined the Association in 2017 and rapidly progressed through the Opens Rules squad, earning multiple awards including the Margetts Rosebury Trophy (2018), Umpire of the Year (2019) and the Golden Whistle (2020). He has umpired four consecutive Junior Grand Finals, the Rogers Cup Grand Final (2021) and the WAFLW Grand Final (2026). Deacan has served in several operations roles, including Modified Rules Senior Coach, Opens Rules Coach, Strength and Conditioning Coach and Umpire Manager. He has umpired over 200 junior games and made a wide‑ranging contribution to umpiring development.
Blake Glossop
Inducted: 2026
Blake joined the Association in 2016 and quickly established himself as a promising young umpire. He was awarded the Red & Black Medal in 2019. He later progressed to the WAFL boundary umpiring panel and was appointed to the WAFL Reserves Grand Final in 2024. Off the field, Blake has made a significant contribution as a Modified Rules Coach (2021-22) and then Umpiring Club Coordinator (2023-2026), playing a leading role in the development of the Association over that period. Blake's dedication and commitment to the Association make him a deserving Life Member.
AFL Umpires
Our umpiring district boasts a track record of proven talent, successfully nurturing and developing individuals who are capable of reaching the highest levels of competition, including the AFL. Among our distinguished alumni are AFL umpires, Brett Rosebury and Dean Margetts, who exemplify the excellence that our district fosters.
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Dean Margetts
Dean’s umpiring journey began right here at the DDFUA, where he developed the foundations that would carry him through the WAFL and ultimately onto the AFL list in 2002. From those early days in our district to more than 370 AFL games, Dean built a reputation for composure, consistency, and elite game management. His career stands as a proud DDFUA success story and a reminder of the pathways available to umpires who commit to their craft. Dean continues to give back to the WA umpiring community, helping guide the next generation coming through the same system that shaped him.
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AFL Debut: Round 5, 2002 - West Coast vs. Brisbane, Subiaco Oval
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DDFUA Umpire: 1996-1997
WAFL Umpire: 1998-2001
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AFL games umpired: 376
AFL finals matches umpired: 12
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AFL Life Member
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Brett Rosebury
Brett Rosebury is one of the DDFUA’s greatest success stories, rising from junior and community football in our district to become the AFL’s most experienced field umpire. After progressing through the WA pathway and debuting at AFL level in 2000, Brett has gone on to umpire more games than anyone in VFL/AFL history, including multiple Grand Final appointments. His professionalism, leadership, and longevity reflect the strong grounding he built at the DDFUA. Brett remains a proud product of our association and continues to inspire umpires following in his footsteps.
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​AFL Debut: Round 12, 2000 - Fremantle vs. St Kilda, Subiaco Oval
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DDFUA Umpire: 1994-1995
WAFL Umpire: 1996-2000​
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AFL games umpired: 376
AFL Grand Finals umpired: 9
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WANFLUA Umpires
Our district continues to play a vital role in Western Australia’s umpiring pathway, consistently developing talent that has progressed to umpire in the WAFL. With fifteen active Western Australian National Football League Umpires Association (WANFLUA) field umpires currently representing the DDFUA, our association is proud to see our local talent thriving at state‑league level and demonstrating the strength of the foundations built at our association.
Will Turner
Field Umpire #201
Liam Wyatt-Smith
Field Umpire
Leo Newman
Boundary Umpire
Toby Crestani
Boundary Umpire
Riley Wilson
Field Umpire
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Reuben Garlett
Goal Umpire #196
Deacan Leete
Field Umpire
Laura Baker
Boundary Umpire
Dylan Easther
Field Umpire
Aidan Brennan
Field Umpire
Blake Glossop
Boundary Umpire #294
Isabel Satti
Field Umpire
Riley Hearne
Field Umpire
Asher Noonan
Field Umpire
Athena Mendoza
Field Umpire