Umpires and scorers are essential parts of every cricket game, and a great way to become involved. Umpiring ensures all cricket matches are fair, orderly and enjoyable for everyone. Umpires enjoy the challenge of cricket - plus the satisfaction of helping others enjoy their game.

We are always looking for Umpires and Scorers to join our ever-growing summer workforce!

Register as a new Community Umpire or Scorer

If you are a new Umpire or Scorer hoping to register for the upcoming season, click here to register with Friendly Manager!

Existing Community Umpire or Scorer

If you have an existing umpire & scorer profile with Friendly Manager and/or need to re-register for the season log in here.

If you have an existing volunteer profile, log in via this 'Existing Friendly Manager' tile above, and follow the steps outlined in the guide below to change your profile to an umpire or scorer role.

Adding Umpire role to existing Friendly Manager profile - Guide (PDF)

Below are some resources that will help you get involved, or improve your skill as an Umpire or Scorer! Click below for contact details, resources, and more useful information.

Laws and Playing Conditions

Contact Information

NZC Umpires & Scorers

Upskilling Resources

Aspiring Female Umpire Programme

Umpire and Scorer Awards

Latest News

Celebrating our Match Officials

Tuesday 04 August 2026, 12:25 am

NZC Match Official Recognition Certificates — a special initiative designed to celebrate the outstanding commitment of match officials who have generously volunteered years of service to cricket.

Paving the future for Umpiring & Scoring in Aotearoa

Friday 31 July 2026, 02:07 am

The Community Umpire & Scorer Advisory Group and Regional Umpire & Scorer Developers have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to strengthen the umpiring and scoring network across Aotearoa.

Semmens stepping up to the big time as NZC Match Officials confirmed

Wednesday 01 October 2025, 12:30 pm

Auckland’s Tina Semmens, Otago’s Shayne O’Connor, and Central Districts’ Bevan Small headline the latest round of NZC Match Official appointments for the 2025-26 season

Umpiring in Canterbury a family affair

Thursday 30 January 2025, 10:30 am

Sons of Christchurch-based umpires have begun to make their name on the umpiring circuit.

Umpires & Scorers Advisory Group to strengthen support across NZ

Wednesday 15 January 2025, 01:45 pm

An inaugural Community Cricket Umpires & Scorers Advisory Group (USAG) has been announced this week, established to oversee community umpiring and scoring across Aotearoa.