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!
Get Involved
Our Community Umpires receive two (2) tickets to Cricket matches throughout the summer! Register below to ensure you receive your tickets, as well as other information relating to Umpiring & Scoring in New Zealand.
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.
Online Umpiring Webinars
We are pleased to announce the dates and topics below for the webinars to be presented over the 25/26 Summer season. Please, register your interest for as many webinars you are able to attend.
Monday 24 November 2025 - Wet Weather Management (Kannan Jagannathan & Stu Martin) - 6:30pm-7:45pm
Tuesday 24 February 2026 - Managing Matches, Players and Pressure (John Dempsey & Scott Oliver) - 6:30pm-7:45pm
Tuesday 24 March 2026 - Dealing with errors - A reflective approach to decision making (Shaun Haig & Vince Calabro) - 6:30pm-7:45pm
Wednesday 28 January 2026 - Umpire Positioning (Greg Pennell & Regan Dalley) - video resource will be released online @ https://play.nzc.nz/us-resources
Use this link to register for any or all of the webinars: Online Umpiring Webinars 2025/2026 – Fill out form
