Becoming a top umpire is not an overnight exercise, and involves years of hard work and study as you advance your way to the top of the field.
NZC have laid out a set pathway for umpires to advance which ensures that, if you are knowledgeable and consistent, you will have an opportunity to rise to the very top of the cricket umpiring field.
Umpiring Pathway
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Level 1
Targeted at junior school cricketers (up to 12 years of age), their parents and coaches.
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2
Level 2
Targeted at senior school and club cricketers, and their coaches.
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3
Level 3
Club umpires who have completed at least one season’s umpiring and passed the Level 3 exam.
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4
Level 4
Considered for top club, regional and panel appointments — pass both written and oral Level 4 exams.
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5
Regional Panel
Among the best from their region, and considered for Hawke Cup and exchanges.
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6
NZC Umpiring Panel
Stand in the majority of domestic first-class matches and finals.
