Whether it’s the spectacle of a First-Class Test match or a recreational game on the local playing field, cricket at all levels depends on the enthusiasm and dedication of its officials.
If you would like to become a member of the ECB Association of Cricket Officials (ECB ACO), simply download this application form and email it to ecb.aco@ecb.co.uk.
Contact details:
Phone: 0121 446 2710
Helpcentre: https://ecbcs.zendesk.com/hc/en-us
Insurance:
You’ll be covered by the most comprehensive insurance package available. This not only covers you while you are officiating, but also during your travel to and from grounds. You will also be covered for valuables placed in your care.
Get full details on insurance for ECB ACO members.
Communications:
There is a change to the way we update you with stories from officiating across the game, moving from physical magazines to online magazines. Additionally, you will receive regular Over and Out emails updating you on all things officiating.
The ECB ACO is committed to supporting the ECB’s sustainability policy, which can be found here.
Development:
The creation of a Continued Professional Development (CPD) library, to support you in your officiating has already started and we will be contacting members in early 2023 with details of the launch and how to access.
ACO Shop:
Please visit https://www.ecbacoshop.co.uk/ to purchase your branded ACO merchandise.
Appointments:
With access to the official appointments website, whostheumpire.com, you’ll be able to put yourself forward to officiate fixtures at local level as well as ECB competitions.
ECB DBS Certificate:
If you are actively Officiating in England & Wales and wish to take up Full Membership then you will need to hold a valid ECB DBS Certificate. If you are unsure on the status of your Certificate then you can contact our Customer Support team: click here