Umpiring Re-accreditation

Currency of Accreditation

An umpire will maintain their accreditation by:

In one (1) season officiating in at least:

(i) Level 1 - 5 games, minimum of 2 plates and 3 bases

(ii) Level 2 - 10 games, minimum of 4 plates and 6 bases

(iii) Level 3 - 15 games, minimum of 7 plates and 8 bases

(iv) Level 4 to 8 - 20 games, minimum of 10 plates and 10 bases at the required standard including major games

Obtaining the theory mark required for their current level every two (2) years

Level 4 umpires are to assist with the training of umpires and the promotion and development of the NUP within their Member State

Level 5 umpires are to assist with the training of umpires and the promotion and development of the NUP, within their Member State and at the National level as required by the NUC

Level 6-8 umpires are to assist with the development, administration and promotion of the NUP or being an active member of the NUC

Level 6-8 umpires are to make themselves available for a minimum of one senior national championship every two years.

If an umpire fails to maintain their accreditation for a period of more than two years their accreditation is deemed to be not current and practical and theory must be renewed.

To regain currency:

For Level 1-4 the umpire must be reviewed by their SDU or a person appointed by them at an event appropriate for their accreditation level

For Levels 5 and above the umpire must be reviewed by the NUIC - Development or a person appointed by them at an event appropriate for their accreditation level