What do volunteer and association umpires need to wear, and what age and training are required?
Rule- Perth and Peel, WA
- WA Cricket
- MJCC Stage 2
- Year 6-7 Boys
- Year 8-9 Girls
- MCC Laws
- 2026/27
- Umpires
Dress (General Rules 3.1): umpires must dress to an acceptable standard that sets a good example. Singlets and thongs are not acceptable. Wear a hat (preferably broad brim) and a light-coloured shirt or top, preferably white. Umpires not appointed by the MJCC must wear the Volunteer Community Umpire vest.
Age:
- Association (appointed) umpires must be 14 or older, though younger people may complete the training before turning 14.
- Volunteers should be 18 or older. An umpire under 18 may umpire only with MJCC approval and after completing the Community Junior Cricket umpiring course before the match.
Training:
- Volunteer parent umpires do not need accreditation.
- To become an appointed Association umpire: register as an umpire on the Play Cricket website, complete the Community Umpiring Accreditation (online learning plus a face-to-face practical session, $40 at last listing), then register for the season on Officials HQ.
Added 22 Oct 2026