The NZC Aspiring Female Umpire Programme (initially commenced during the 2021/22 season) aims to:
- Utilise members to deliver upskilling sessions to youth secondary school girls and club players, with the aim to have these individuals as part of the Aspiring Female Umpire Programme the following year
- Provide development opportunities to members and bridge the gap between community cricket appointments and domestic cricket appointments.
Aspiring Female Umpire Programme 2024/25 Overview
During this 8-month programme, Aspiring Umpires will:
- Be supported in providing opportunities to engage future female umpires
- Be appointed to one-day domestic fixtures as a reserve umpire
- Have the opportunity to join a female umpiring network, attending online workshops and an in-person residential.
Into its fourth season, the AFUP will continue to build on the learnings of the previous three seasons, offering opportunities for Aspiring Umpires to connect, learn and grow their skills.
Aspiring Female Umpire Cohort 2024/25:
Amruta Bhosale, Stephanie Carr, Regan Combe, Marise Fernandes, Marie Fisher, Michelle McKay, Leteisha Rose, Esther Steer, Moth Sutherland-Tupp.
AFUP Mentors 2024/25:
Kim Cotton, Christelle High, Sue Morris, Tina Semmens, Alyson Shipley.
