Dal Santo reported...

[Charlie]

Ump bump.

I think it's time the tribunal made a statement about this. It's not the worst offence going around, but the ump must be protected. I think 1 week would be sufficient penalty.

[EMJ]

The umpires were in the way in Swans game - particularly when Nicks was running through - he almost bumped one - they don't seem to stand in clear positions - get in the middle of a run through player.