Umpiring

In cricket, the umpire plays a pivotal role to facilitate a game in accordance with the Laws and Spirit of Cricket.

People of all ages, genders, races and abilities are getting into umpiring. Described by some as the “Best seat in the house”, umpiring offers a chance build valuable life skills, contribute to the integrity of the game, enjoyment for players and spectators as well as to stay involved in the sport you love.

Umpiring opportunities

Umpiring can provide the opportunity to progress from starting to umpire at your club, through to the highest levels of the domestic game and beyond, in both genders of competition.

Online umpire education

If you are looking to learn more about becoming an umpire, however are not sure whether a full course is the right step for you in the first instance, then why not access the ECB’s Online Umpire Learning Course. This is free of charge and available here.