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UMPIRE'S ROLE
Umpires should perform their role in a manner that earns the respect of players and fosters the development of a healthy and positive attitude towards umpires (Sir Donald Bradman)
The Preamble to the Laws makes it clear that the players must respect the role of the umpire. This means they must accept your decisions; it does not mean that they must agree with them. They must also accept your behavior, though they might not like it. Respect for your role is mandatory, but only you can earn the respect of the players for yourself and for your umpiring ability. Although it is essential to make good decisions, that alone will not earn you the respect of players and colleagues; you must also follow the Code of Ethics given above
Your role as an umpire on match day
Umpires should perform their role in a manner that earns the respect of players and fosters the development of a healthy and positive attitude towards umpires (Sir Donald Bradman)
The Preamble to the Laws makes it clear that the players must respect the role of the umpire. This means they must accept your decisions; it does not mean that they must agree with them. They must also accept your behavior, though they might not like it. Respect for your role is mandatory, but only you can earn the respect of the players for yourself and for your umpiring ability. Although it is essential to make good decisions, that alone will not earn you the respect of players and colleagues; you must also follow the Code of Ethics given above
Your role as an umpire on match day
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Apply the Laws and their interpretations with commonsense and in accordance with the spirit and traditions of the game
Attend to the administrative requirements necessary for the successful management of the match, controlling the timing of the match and completing any documentation at the conclusion of the match
Manage the match in a manner that safeguards the welfare, health and safety of players. Do not attempt to play in dangerous conditions because the match is poised for a close finish. It is likely that, when you and your colleague are considering suspending play, one team will be in a better position than the other. Their captain may attempt to get you to change your mind. The duty of you and your colleague is to make your decision without interference from anyone
Display a high standard of communication skills with players, scorers and your colleague performing your duties as a team
You and your colleague can look like a team by wearing similar attire, white shoes, dark trousers, colour of shirts, similar style of coats and going onto and coming off the field TOGETHER
You should be friendly, positive and supportive to all players and officials