DALES Council Umpires' Association are holding an umpires' course, starting at Pudsey Congs Cricket Club on Thursday, February 8 (7.15pm).

The course, which will run for seven consecutive Thursdays, will encompass the most comprehensive MCC law changes for 17 years.

As well as current umpires, the course would also benefit new umpires and any captains of Dales Council teams.

The tutor is David Ratcliffe and further information is available from DCUA secretary Colin White on 01274-670321.