Lucinda Wehrle was appointed as the Referee Coordinator for the Hills Hornets in 2020. Since taking on the role, she has been instrumental in transforming the club’s officiating culture, overseeing a period of rapid growth and high-performance development for the “Hornets Referee Swarm”.

Key Responsibilities & Leadership

  • Referee Development: Lucinda is responsible for the end-to-end development of referees at Hills, from recruiting new officials to mentoring those at elite levels.
  • Strategic Allocation: She coordinates referee assignments across local park competitions – and provides support to Hills Hornets Referees at NSW and National-level tournaments.
  • Program Innovation: She designed and implemented a dedicated referee development program that provides structured coaching and assessment pathways.

Major Achievements & Recognition

  • NSW Touch Football Awards Finalist: Her leadership was recognised at the state level when she was named a finalist for Affiliate Referee Director of the Year in 2023, 2024 and 2025.
  • Development Milestones: Under her guidance, the club saw significant success at major tournaments, such as the 2021 Junior State Cup, where multiple referees achieved Level 2 upgrades and grand final appointments.
  • State-Level Success: In recent 2024 and 2025 seasons, Hills referees have consistently been selected for Vawdon Cup squads and prestigious Grand Final matches, reflecting the high standard of training Lucinda facilitates.
    Vision for the “Hornets Swarm”

“The Hills Hornets Referee Team goes into every tournament prepared and ready. I want to extend a congratulations to each of our referees who achieve their personal goals, whether through level upgrades or officiating a grand final.” — Lucinda Wehrle

Lucinda’s approach focuses on creating an environment where referees of all experience levels feel supported. She emphasises personal goal-setting, ensuring that whether a referee is looking to stay fit or reach the national stage, they have the tools to succeed.

“Lucinda doesn’t just manage a roster; she nurtures a community. Her referees are more than just officials—they are a family. This culture of unwavering support ensures that every member of the Hills Hornets Referee Swarm knows they have a leader who will stand by them at every level of their journey.”
– Katrina McIlwraith (President – Hills Hornets)

Get Involved

For those interested in starting their journey as a touch football referee or joining the Hills Hornets program, Lucinda can be contacted directly through the Hills Hornets Referee Portal or via email at info@hillshornetstouch.com.