Always wanted to be in charge in the middle? Applications are open now for $1000 Youth Umpire Scholarships at Northern Districts Cricket. Available for aspiring umpires aged between 16-23 looking to achieve their Level 3 qualification.

By successfully completing the scholarship you will receive $1000 training fee (paid to umpires in 2 installments. First installment at sign up and balance at the end of the programme.) Enrollment onto the ND scholarship training programme includes:

• Contact with ND's umpire manager and Regional Training Officer

• One to one sessions with umpire manager/Regional Training Officer

• 4 group sessions

• 6 boundary assessments

• Opportunity to umpire in games

• Gaining an official umpire qualification

• Having the confidence and knowledge to stand in games

• Ongoing support throughout this season and beyond

• Becoming a valued member of the ND umpiring group

Enrolled participants are required to:

• Attend all group sessions and one to one's with umpire manager

• Complete the level 3 umpire course by end of March in that season

• To umpire a minimum of 6 games throughout the season.