Ross Dunne which enabled him to level the scores. As Robinson recalled: I saw the pack go up and I knew I had to stay focused. It was a huge pack but I saw one pair of hands get a clear purchase on the ball. I blew my whistle...I was determined to keep my concentration focused as I ran in and watched those arms and the ball all the way to the ground. I called ‘It's yours’, and saw it was Ross Dunne who had taken the mark. I do rate it as one of my best decisions. If you don't see it you don't pay it. I saw it. 1987 would turn out to be Robinson's last as a senior VFL umpire. It was a busy one too, officiating in every round of the home-and-away season and also serving as President of the Umpires Association. The final two VFL matches he would officiate in - the 1987 Preliminary final and the Grand final - provided a number of memorable moments, some of which he was directly involved in. The Preliminary final between (participating in its first VFL finals series since 1964) and reigning premiers at VFL Park is remembered mainly for its unfortunate ending; for three quarters the Hawks had struggled against the breeze and the Demons had built a 22-point lead going into the last change. In the last quarter, Melbourne had several clear-cut chances to seal the game but was unable to capitalize, while Hawthorn had kicked three goals to bring the margin back to four points. The Grand Final, which Robinson co-officiated with Rowan Sawers (who would eventually overtake Robinson's games record in 1995), was memorable for its unusual beginning; as the opening siren sounded, Carlton midfielder Wayne Johnston became aware that Hawthorn had five players stationed in the centre square (the rules only allow a maximum of four per team) and pointed this out to Robinson as he was about to take the opening bounce. Robinson blew his whistle to start the game, and handed the ball to Johnston to take the free kick. Minutes later, he would report Johnston for striking Hawthorn wingman Robert DiPierdomenico and also ruckman Justin Madden for striking Hawthorn captain Michael Tuck. Continued Involvement with Umpiring Immediately following retirement, Robinson remained active in umpiring circles, being appointed to the VFL's umpire coaching panel alongside renowned colleagues Bill Deller and Kevin