Practical umpire development that fits your reality

Develop better match officials through structure, coaching and assessment

3rd Team Cricket helps cricket boards, umpire associations and match officials improve officiating standards through practical development that fits their level, calendar and available capacity.

A simple loop for continuous improvement

The core approach is simple: help officials become independent, reflective and self-developing by using a clear development loop before, during and after every match.

How officials improve from match to match

1. Plan, prepare & practise
   Set your long‑term goals, identify what you want to work on, prepare a clear match plan, build consistent routines, and get your eye in before match day.
   
   
2. Umpire your game
   Deliver calm, consistent performances under pressure by sticking to your plan and routines when it matters most.
   
   
3. Self‑assessment
   Reflect in a structured way against your long‑term goals and clear performance standards, not just how the match “felt”.
   
   
4. Goal setting
   Turn learning into action: identify what went well, where improvement is needed, and define clear priorities for your next match.

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Contact information

Email: adriaan@3rdteam.cricket