The ICC is thrilled to launch the ICC Umpire Level 1 Course, a fresh addition to its Training and Education Programme. This initiative is designed to empower ICC Members, enabling them to establish their officiating teams independently.
It also aims to motivate individuals to choose cricket as their main sport and realize their potential as coaches and umpires. The course equips participants with essential skills and knowledge, enabling them to make meaningful contributions to cricket officiating on a global scale.
About The Course:
Within the Training and Education Programme, a range of courses are available for ICC Members to tailor training and education programs according to their specific requirements. The newly introduced ICC Umpire Level 1 course complements existing offerings such as the ICC Coaching and ICC Umpire Foundation courses, along with the ICC Coaching Level 1 course. ICC Members now have the opportunity to organize and conduct this course independently, with support from designated ICC Umpire Tutors. This development enhances accessibility and facilitates the growth of officiating expertise across cricketing regions.
Currently, over 75 Level 1 Umpire Tutors are globally qualified to deliver the Level 1 Umpire course. This hybrid program combines online instruction with classroom-style sessions and in-person components, allowing for practical role-playing and in-game simulations. By leveraging various learning formats, participants can gain a comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in umpiring. The blended approach ensures flexibility and effectiveness, catering to diverse learning styles and preferences while maintaining the integrity and quality of the training curriculum.
Statements by ICC:
ICC General Manager – Development, Will Glenwright said: “This marks another milestone in the evolution of our Coach and Umpire Education Programme with the launch of the ICC Level 1 Umpire’s Course.”
He also said, “The role of umpiring is vital in attracting and retaining participants in our sport with millions of participants who are trying our sport through our Criiio Cricket programme in schools and community groups around the world. Our focus is on retaining as many of those through a fun and engaging cricketing experience and it starts with the training of Level 1 umpires and coaches to ensure that those people that are choosing to play cricket are having an enjoyable experience.”
He further added, “The Level 1 course is a continuation of the Umpire Education pathway which starts with the Umpire Foundation course. Since the launch of that course six months ago, we have had more than 4000 participants and now our aim is to progress as many of those into the Level 1 course. With the foundation course targeted towards teachers and parents, the Level 1 course is targeted towards community and club level umpires.”
He also said, “ Fundamental to the sustainable delivery of all our education programmes is the training of a local workforce. Over the last six months we’ve been working with our Members to train up local tutors for the Umpire Level 1 course. We already have tutors trained in over 60 countries, our ambition is to ensure that all 108 of our Members have a local work force that can deliver these courses on their schedule and in accordance with their local needs.”
Also, Newly trained ICC Level 1 Umpire Tutor from the Philippine Cricket Association, Travis McCall said: “It’s wonderful to see the emergence of so many passionate umpires from across our region. It’s been wonderful to have the experience from all the master educators and the support from the ICC in our region.
He also said, “I’m excited to see what happens going forward in the next six to 12 months, putting what we’ve learned to action in the Philippians and inspiring and growing the Philippino base of umpires.”
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