The Bradford branch of the England and Wales Cricket Board’s Association of Cricket Officials (ECB ACO) are organising a Level One umpires’ course.

It will start at Pudsey Congs Cricket Club on Saturday, January 25 and continue on the following two Saturdays (all noon-5pm).

The cost of the course is £30 per candidate (payable at the first session), which includes all course materials, a workbook, a copy of Tom Smith’s umpiring ‘bible’ and the examination fee.

The exam will probably be held on Saturday, February 15, and anyone wishing to register for the course should contact Philip Radcliffe (07740-853047) or e-mail philip.radcliffe@blueyonder.co.uk.