 Being a part of the family of WACA umpires is a great way to become involved in an elite sport or to stay involved if you have previously been a player. Anyone with a passion for cricket can become an umpire. Umpire development covers a wide range of skills and attributes that are readily transferable to and from many occupations and interests.
Developing positive attitudes, self motivation, goal setting, effectively dealing with people, developing positive self talk and positive mental imaging, as well as managing anxiety and emotions and enhancing concentration are part of the training and development programs. Umpiring provides an environment in which all of these can be learned, managed and enhanced.
Other benefits of being a WACA umpire include:
Barry Rennie
WACA Umpiring Co-ordinator
Ph: 9265 7216
Mobile 0411 056 587
barry.rennie@waca.com.au
SEASON 2011/12 INTAKE FOR UMPIRES
The WACA website has been updated with the new dates for all of the upcoming training and development courses. In the mean time if you are interested in joining the WACA umpiring family in season 2011/12 please contact the Umpire coordinator for all the neccesary information.
umpire registration 2011/12
Please complete as early as possible to allow for planning of development sessions.
In particular please note the added question regarding making yourself available as a mentor support person for new umpires.
Getting started
To umpire in Western Australia’s premier cricket competition, the WACA District Competition (senior and junior men's, masters or women's), a high level of knowledge and competency is expected.
By choosing to umpire with the WACA you have elected to be part of the peak cricket body in Western Australia.
The WACA is committed to improving all aspects of cricket in WA and the WACA umpiring family is a respected part of the structure. Quality officiating plays a vital role in player development and it is important that at all levels the umpire is competent and maintains the positive image of WACA cricket.
Before commencing any umpire course you should review the current Laws of Cricket by undertaking the review questions in the attached document. This will provide excellent background to bring to the course.
WACA WINTER TRAINING PROGRAM 2011
The WACA training program offers a range of courses catering for varying levels to umpiring.
Prior to commencing the CA Level 2 Accreditation all prospective umpires should complete the ASC Online officiating course, CLICK HERE to get started. This is a generic course that addresses the basic elements of being a sports official.
Simply log in, complete the online component and if successful print off your certificate.
You are now ready to enrol in the CA Level 2 accrditation course for cricket umpires.
CRICKET AUSTRALIA LEVEL 2 ACCREDITATION
Cricket Australia’s National Umpiring Accreditation Scheme level 2 course.
For new umpires wishing to umpire WACA District Cricket this is the basic requirement to umpire in the WACA district cricket competition.
The program:
There is a charge of $60 which covers all CA materials and tuition.
Dates:
August 3rd - Session 1 - The role of the umpire (6.00pm - 8.30pm Bryant Room)
August 10th - Session 2 - Laws Presentation 1 (6.00pm - 8.30pm Bryant Room)
August 17th - Session 3 - Laws Presentation 2 (6.00pm - 8.30pm Bryant Room)
August 24th - Session 4 - Laws Presentation 3 (6.00pm - 8.30pm Bryant Room)
August 31st - Laws Assessment night (5.00pm - 8.00pm Boundary Room)
ADVANCED Laws of Cricket course
For experienced umpires to refresh and update their knowledge of the Laws of Cricket.
This course involves a mixture of lecture style presentations on the new edition (2010) MCC Laws of Cricket and discussion groups analysing situational applications of the Laws.
Attendance at this is considered essential preparation for the coming season.
There is NO CHARGE for this course.
Dates:
August 2nd - Session 1 - Presentation Laws of Cricket (6.00pm - 8.30pm Boundary Room)
August 9th - Session 2 - Presentation Laws of Cricket (6.00pm - 8.30pm Boundary Room)
August 16th - Session 3 - Scenario analysis (6.00pm - 8.30pm Boundary Room)
August 23rd - Session 4 - Scenario analysis (6.00pm - 8.30pm Boundary Room)
August 31st - Laws Assessment night (5.00pm - 8.30pm Boundary Room)
new Practice Assessment Paper
Now you can attempt a practice paper prior to attempting the Assessment Paper on August 31st. Email your completed paper to the Umpire Coordinator for marking and feedback.
Umpire’s seminar weekend
For new and experienced umpires together to develop their practical aspects of umpiring.
The weekend provides an opportunity to hone your field craft under the direction of experienced umpire presenters.
This season the seminar reverts back to Ern Halliday camp in Hillary's and there is the option to live in or attend day sessions only. It is strongly advised that you will get more from the weekend by living in and spending quality social time with experienced National and State Panel umpires.
There is a cost of $40 to cover catering for the weekend. This weekend is open to all umpires. Catering is provided and you get the opportunity to meet and mix with other members of the WACA family of umpires.
A weekend of practical skills development involving:
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Basic field craft for the novice.
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Advanced officiating skills.
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The application of key Laws such as LBW, Run out, Unfair play etc.
- Match management.
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Coping with the pressures of umpiring.
Dates: Friday 19th August to 21st August 2011 venue: Ern Halliday Camp Hillarys.
Umpire development course
For current WACA umpires wishing to be the best that they can.
Specifically designed to produce the complete umpire addressing:
- WACA expectations
- Umpiring philosophies
- Officiating styles
- Health and fitness
- Communication skills
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Time management
These courses are run during the season and are open to all umpires.
Cricket Australia Level One Umpire Program
Courses are run on demand for groups of 10 or more. Contact your local club or association to arrange a course in your area.
For umpires of junior, schools or community cricket
The program targets creating
UMPIRE CODE OF CONDUCT
All umpires who officiate for the WACA are expected to maintain the highest standard of ethics and sportsmanship as well as demonstrating excellent physical and mental preparation. As well, umpires can expect fair and equitable treatment by the WACA in terms of training, appointments and promotion. This is all contained in the Umpire Code of Conduct document.
Links:
Western Australian Cricket Umpires Association
Two to Come - The Cricket Umpires Website
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