# S02E09 Gary Burgess on Accidentally Becoming a Famous Umpire

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Podcast: [The Best Netball Podcast EVER!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-best-netball-podcast-ever-7447535)
Published: 2026-03-23T01:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode, Krystine and Carla sit down with Gary Burgess to explore the ever-growing world of netball and his journey through the sport. From grassroots beginnings to competing on bigger stages, Gary shares his experiences, the challenges of being a top-class umpire, and the exciting future of netball. The conversation dives into development pathways, and why netball truly is a sport for everyone. Thanks to our brand new partner Akuma Sports - For top quality custom kit produced in the UK, visit: https://www.akumasports.com/sports/netball/ Please follow or subscribe so you don't miss out on any new content. Whether you’re a player, coach, or fan, you won’t want to miss an episode! The opinions and suggestions in this podcast are intended for entertainment only and should not be taken as professional advice. Listeners are responsible for their own decisions — we just provide the laughs. Let's Connect 🗣️ Want to be included in a future episode? Please reach out and share anything Netball (or life) related. Instagram @thebestnetballpodcasteverTikTok @thebestnetballpodcastGood ol' Email: thebestnetballpodcastever@gmail.com YOUR HOSTS Krystine Strama aka Kris / princess Netball-obsessed, I’ve been hitting the court for over 15 years — and I’ve just celebrated the big 5-0. By day, I’m an HR Manager; by night, I’m a netball playing fine-dining enthusiast and self-proclaimed connoisseur of wine. One day, you’ll see me living my other dream: starring in a soap opera. Carla Garey A self-confessed netball addict, I’ve been playing for nearly 14 years and basically live and breathe the sport (my husband insists on calling it “a hobby,” but we all know better 😆). When I’m not on court, I’m running multiple businesses, wrangling my five kids, and squeezing 20 tasks into every…

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