The NZC Aspiring Female Umpire Programme 25/26 (initially commenced during the 2021/22 season) aims to:
- Provide development opportunities to members and bridge the gap between community cricket appointments and domestic cricket appointments.
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 and attending online workshops.
Into its fifth season, the AFUP will continue to build on the learnings of the previous four seasons, offering opportunities for Aspiring Umpires to connect, learn and grow their skills.
Aspiring Female Umpire Cohort 2025/26:
Amruta Bhosale, Regan Combe, Marise Fernandes, Marie Fisher, Leteisha Rose, Esther Steer, Moth Sutherland-Tupp.
AFUP Mentors 2025/26:
Kim Cotton, Christelle High, Sue Morris, Tina Semmens, Alyson Shipley.
