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(Friday 3 September) Another disciplinary matter
(Monday 23 August) Another disciplinary matter (Tuesday 17 August) Ian Shepherd has been unable to distribute any assessment reports to members because of a faulty computer. He hopes that normal service will be resumed later this week (Monday 9 August) Spirit of Cricket Awards - marks up to end of July (MB) (Monday 9 August) More ABBs and disciplinary matters (Sunday 8 August) Neil Edwards is to complete a Coast to Coast walk for charity, please support him (KW) (Thursday 5 August) Walter Nelson reports - Colleagues are advised, in respect of July 2010, there are NO OVERDUE Ground Report Cards for either LDCC or MCC matches. This report covers the period from the start of the season up to and including Saturday 17th July 2010. This position, for a second month in succession, reflects great credit on all members, particularly those whose help has been sought, and given, in resolving a small number of matters in the administrative process. Both Alan Bristow (LDCC) and David Murphy (MCC) add their congratulations and gratitude. (Wednesday 4 August) Details of U16/U20 Twenty/20 regulations in Members/Downloads (MB) (Monday 2 August) Details of suspension in Members/Discipline matters (MD) (Sunday 1 August) MCUA HONOURED WITH APPOINTMENTS FOR FINALS MCUA has received requests for the appointment of umpires to two prestigious Knock Out Finals - The Lancashire K.O. and The League Cricket Conference Presidents Trophy. Further details will be released when the appointments are made nearer the dates. (Wednesday 28 July) Notice to all members, the second Mid Season meeting will take place at Bootle CC on Thursday 5th August starting at 7.30pm please make very effort to attend(kw) (Tues 27 July) Disciplinary message in Members area (MB) (Tues 27 July) Anyone standing in L&DCC, MCC or Echo finals will be paid by Peter Freeman and not to look for payment on the day. He will pick up the names from the website and ring one of the umpires on the day after the final just to confirm that there wasn't a last minute change and then put cheques in the post. (Tues 27 July) Roadworks into North Wales at St Asaph have been completed (PF) (Tues 20 July) Please check appointments page for 7 August. I have changed appointments to accommodate the CCL exchange (DJ) (Sat 17 July) The Meetings page has been updated (KW) (Tue 13 July) The exchange visit involving umpires from Northern Ireland takes place on 24 July. It is customary for members to join the visitors for a meal on the Friday evening. They are staying in the hotel at the junction of the M57 and M62 at Whiston. Please contact Brian Aldred if you can attend. (Tue 13 July) Mike Dixon is back from Florida but we have agreed that I will continue to do the changes to his appointments week by week (DJ) (Tue 6 July) There are some ECB information documents in the Member's Download section (DJ) (Tue 6 July) Chris Bell recently stood with Maurice Rylatt in a junior match. Maurice sends his wishes to all his former colleagues in MCUA (Tue 6 July) Colleagues are advised,in respect of June 2010, there are NO OVERDUE Ground Report Cards for either LDCC or MCC matches. This report covers the period from the start of the season up to and including Saturday 19th June 2010. This position reflects great credit on all concerned, particularly those whose help has been sought, and given, in resolving a very small number of minor matters in the administrative process. Both Alan Bristow (LDCC) and David Murphy (MCC) have asked to be joined with the above commendation. (WN) (Fri 2 July) Important message in Member's section (DJ) (Fri 25 June) It has been agreed with the Merseyside Competition that the ECB ruling for balls bouncing more than once is introduced to ALL MCC matches. (DJ) (Wed 23 June) It has been agreed with L&DCC that the ECB ruling for balls bouncing more than once is introduced to ALL L&DCC matches. We await agreement from the Merseyside Competition. ECB has informed us that the ruling will apply to all ECB Ladies and girls cricket.(DJ) (Friday 18 June) TEAS - AVAILABILITY Clubs are reminded that teas should be made available from 4 p.m. onwards. Should the 1st innings be completed prior to that time and tea not be available, the Umpires will ensure that the 2nd innings commences following the 10 minute interval and tea will be taken at the time laid down of 4.30p.m. It is reported that there have been recent instances of unnecessary commencement of the 2nd innings owing to those responsible for the tea preparation not being advised. (MB) (Saturday 5 June) Mike Jones's telephone number is incorrect in the handbooks - it ends 229 not 224 (DJ) (Tuesday 1 June) Brian Aldred was in hospital last week but he is now recovering at home (DJ) (Friday 21 May) Echo KO - Colleagues are reminded that the Echo KO matches (early rounds) are umpired by 'club umpires' who take a complete part in the match. If a club wishes to ask MCUA to provide an umpire, he becomes a 'club umpire' for the match and has no special rights (DJ) (Friday 21 May) Over rates - Colleagues are reminded that the extra 2 minutes allowance has been withdrawn this season. The 2 minutes allowed at the fall of a wicket is for the ARRIVAL of the incoming batsman. If a side is All out, there is NO incoming batsman and the allowance is 9 x 2 = 18 minutes not 20. Similarly, if a side declares when a wicket falls there is NO allowance for that wicket. For example, if the captain declares when the 6th wicket falls, the allowance will be 5 x 2 = 10 minutes. (DJ) (Monday 17 May) More match regulations available in members/downloads (DJ) (Tuesday 11 May) Colleagues the expenses paid for ALL evening games is £15.00.(kw) (Friday 7 May) In a recent KO match, a free-hit ball 'bowled' the striker and then crossed the boundary. The fielding side claimed that the ball was dead but the umpires (Rigby and Shepherd) correctly awarded 4 byes (Monday 3 May) The first exchange of umpires with the Cheshire County League will take place on 29 May. 2 MCUA members will swop with 2 CCL umpires. (DJ) (Monday 3 May) I need more digital images to update the Who's Who section of this site. Please forward a .jpg file to me (DJ) (Monday 26 April) Colleagues are reminded that a free hit ball following a foot-fault no ball counts as one in the over. The free hit is not an extra ball. If the 'free-hit' ball is a No ball or a Wide, the free-hit will be the next ball (DJ) (Sunday 25 April) I have changed the communication system slightly. Against some names in the appointments list I have inserted TBC (To Be Confirmed). If this follows your name, please send a message to me if you are OK or not (DJ) (Thursday 22 April) Match regulations for University matches are available in the Member's area (DJ) (Wednesday 21 April) Update Colleagues there are roads works on the A55 just before St Asaph with up to three miles of slow moving traffic, the guys at the Bay inform us that they are on all summer long, would suggest if you are given game down that way you leave at least 30 minutes earlier than normal. Fred Charters has suggested this alternatve route we can use,the A548 (Coast Road) & join the A55 at Abergele. A nice, & not long, journey.(kw) (Sunday 18 April) If any member is inadvertently appointed to their 'own club' please inform Appointment Sec (DJ) (Sunday 18 April) Colleagues there are roads works on the A55 just before St Asaph with up to three miles of slow moving traffic, the guys at the Bay inform us that they are on all summer long, would suggest if you are given game down that way you leave at least 30 minutes earlier than normal.(kw) (Sunday 18 April) Any expenses which are not paid correctly to umpires on the day of a match can be claimed from Peter Freeman who will invoice the club(s) concerned. Colleagues are advised to look at the regulations for matches being called-off and expenses due. If there is a problem over payment, umpires should share the money available on the day and contact PF for the balance due. (DJ) (Saturday 10 April) Umpired a game under lights last weekend on the practice ground outside the Citrus Bowl in Orlando - the first of its kind. Very interesting to say the least. The pitch was a mat placed over tongue and groove wood which had been laid out in the afternoon. However, temps reached mid 80's and of course the boards sweated and as a result the pitch had ridges in it. It played quite well at one end and hit the deck and skidded at the other. Needless to say I stood at the opposite end to the bouncy one and was rewarded with 4 leg 'afoors' included two guys who have played for the West Indies. Incidentally, both told me after the game that they were plumb so there's two correct in my career!!! The game was well advertised and the media were there also. It was recorded and will be shown on U Tube in the next few days. I'll let you know the link so the guys and gals (not forgetting Miss Rigby!!!) can have a look. (MD) (Monday 5 April)Message from Steve Ball Just an update. Baby Helena Ball was born on Saturday 3rd April at 2:19pm. She weighed in at 8lb 2oz. Mummy, Baby and Daddy are all doing well and enjoying the newborn baby and all the joy she brings.(kw) (Monday 5 April)If any member who attend the One day Seminar requires a copy of the regulations quiz and answers presented by Walter Nelson, please contact Walter direct by email or phone and he will furnish you with one.(kw) (Saturday 3 April) The pre-season meeting follows the SGM on Thursday the 15th April at Bootle CC commencing at 7.30. The only item on the agenda for the SGM is the adoption of our Rules. It’s hoped that all the relevant handbooks etc will given out on the night. If you have a buddy please cascade this information to them.(kw) (Tuesday 30 March) The appointments are posted on the website - 3 changes on the 1st morning!!! There are no fixtures for Merseyside Comp in Week 1 so there are a number of you on stand-by. The mobile phone is now switched on and I will using it until Mike Dixon returns from Florida later in the season. The number is 07599 793073 and try and use text messages as much as possible. If you become unavailable please let me know ASAP. Similarly, if you become available. Best of luck to our new umpires in their first season (DJ) (Sunday 14 March)Colleagues just a reminder of the One Day Seminar at Bootle CC next Sunday the 21st March 2010. I will need to know NO LATER than Wednesday the 17th of your attendance so we can arrange with the caterer the numbers for lunch. The costs for the day will £10.00 per member (including lunch), please inform the Secretary to book a place.(kw) (Wednesday 3 March)The committee cordially invites all members to a One Day Seminar at Bootle CC on Sunday the 21st March 2010. The day will be start at 9.30am for registration with the actual seminar commencing at 10am,with a break for lunch at 12.30. The afternoon session will commence at 13.15pm and conclude around 16.30pm. The costs for the day will £10.00 including lunch per member, please inform the Secretary as soon as possible to book a place.(kw) (Tuesday 16February)Your Hon Sec new mobile phone number is located in the members area.(kw) (Sunday 14 February) Colleagues due to the cost of the room hire at Old Trafford the ECB/LCB/ACO AGM will now take place at Milnrow CC on Thursday 18th March commencing at 7.30pm(kw) (Thursday 28 January) The Northern Ireland ACUS newsletter has been forwarded to us (DJ) (Tuesday 26 January) No comment required!! View extract from Tasmanian Newsletter (DJ) (Thursday 24 December) The PQS report has been produced by the L&DCC Ground Chairman, Eric Hadfield and can be viewed on their website and I have produced an extract. (DJ) (Sunday 6 December) Congratulations to Mike Jones who has joined Hugh Evans on the Minor Counties Umpires Panel for 2010.
(Tuesday 6 October) An interesting article has been published about Ian Cockbain Jnr (Sunday 9 August)Will all colleagues please note the regulation below in reference to the tea interval in LDCC fixtures and the adding of the addition 10 minutes. (ii) All matches will be of no more than 6 hours 15 minutes playing time, plus any additional time taken for the bowling of a minimum 20 overs in the ‘last hour’. The 10 minute interval between innings will be added to the playing time if it does not occur during the tea interval. If the first innings of a match ends in the ‘last hour’, overs will not be deducted for the 10 minutes interval between innings. (This will allow the bowling of 110 overs in the day) (iii) (a) The tea interval will be of 30 minutes duration and will normally be taken between innings, but in any event no later than 3 hours and 30 minutes after the scheduled start of play (i.e. 12:30 pm, 1:00 pm or 12:00 noon) irrespective of the state of the match. (b) In the event of the first innings being completed prior to 3 hours and 30 minutes playing time and tea not being able to be taken, play will continue, following 10 minutes between innings, until 3 hours and 30 minutes is reached when the tea interval will be taken.(kw) (Sunday 7 June) A new form to enable umpires to calculate over rates has been placed in the Downloads section. I will explain its use at the pre-season meeting on 18 June (MB) |
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