Cricket Officials Set to Level Up: Inside the 2025/26 Training Calendar
- Karen Scheepers
- Jun 19
- 3 min read
The North West Cricket Scorers Association (NWCSA) has released its annual planner for match officials for the 2025/26 season. With a structured and tiered approach to scorer training, Potchefstroom will host several key sessions aimed at equipping new scorers and upskilling those already in the system. These workshops form part of a wider provincial initiative to build capacity and maintain excellence in cricket officiating across the North West province.
This article outlines all Potchefstroom-based course dates, eligibility requirements, fees, and course content, from beginner Level D to the most advanced, by-invitation-only sessions.
Level D: Foundation Course & Refresher
Date & Venue:
28–29 June 2025 | 09H00 | JB Marks Oval A
Facilitators: A. Parsons & B. Qaba
Course: Introduction to Cricket & Scoring / Refresher
Assessment: Level D Refresher & Exam
Eligibility & Requirements:
This foundational course is ideal for newcomers. After completing the Level D course, participants are required to submit four match scorecards as homework. These must be emailed to either Basetsana Qaba (basetsana@cricket.co.za) or Karabo Nkagisang (knkagisang@gmail.com) by the specified deadline.
Once approved, candidates become eligible to write the formal exam. A passing result will earn them the CSA Level D Scoring Certificate, a critical stepping stone for further training.
Cost: R400
Note: A minimum of 10 paid-up candidates is required for the course to go ahead.
Level C: Intermediate Manual Scoring Course
Date & Venue:
12–13 July 2025 | 09H00 | JB Marks Oval B
Facilitators: Qaba & M. Makganye
Course: Advanced Manual Scoring / Refresher
Eligibility & Requirements:
To enrol in this Level C course, candidates must already hold a CSA Level D Scoring Certificate. This course is structured to refine scoring techniques, introduce more complex match scenarios, and improve scoring accuracy.
Cost: R350
Note: As with Level D, a minimum of 10 registered participants is required for the course to proceed.
Level B: Advanced Manual & Cricket Laws
Date & Venue:
12–13 July 2025 | 09H00 | JB Marks Oval B
Facilitators: Qaba & M. Makganye
Course: Advanced Manual Scoring & Cricket Laws / Refresher
Eligibility & Requirements:
This course is designed for those who have already earned their Level C certificate. With a focus on cricket laws, real-time scenario interpretation, and high-level accuracy, this level further prepares officials for top-level match duties.
Cost: R300
Minimum Candidates: 10
Advanced Scorers Courses (Invitation Only)
Dates & Venue:
05 July 2025 | 10H00 | JB Marks Oval | M. MakganyeCourse Focus: Computer Scoring (StellaVMS)
09 August 2025 | 10H00 | JB Marks Oval | K. PillayCourse Focus: Computer Scoring (Product & DLS)
Eligibility & Requirements:
These sessions are exclusively for officials who have been invited based on experience and prior certification. The focus here is on computer-based scoring systems, including the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method for rain-affected matches and the StellaVMS software used widely in professional scoring.
Cost: R200
Invitation Required
Additional Notes for Potchefstroom Candidates
Flexibility Clause: All courses are subject to facilitator availability and unforeseen circumstances.
Minimum Headcount: Level D, C, and B courses require at least 10 candidates with payment confirmed.
Contacts for Registration & Queries:
Basetsana Qaba (President): BasetsanaQ@cricket.co.za | 067 146 3367
Karabo Nkagisang (Vice-President): knkagisang@gmail.com | 072 350 9442
Alexandrea Parsons (Secretary): alexie.parsons@gmail.com | 083 229 5410
Final Thoughts
Potchefstroom continues to play a key role in shaping the future of cricket officiating in the North West Province. With clear pathways from entry-level scoring to advanced computerized techniques, the 2025/26 training calendar offers a golden opportunity for cricket enthusiasts to deepen their knowledge, contribute to the game, and gain formal CSA recognition.
Whether you're stepping onto the scorer’s bench for the first time or refining years of expertise, the Potchefstroom training sessions promise structured, engaging, and certified development.
📌 Mark your calendars, prepare your pencils, or laptops and be part of a growing community of skilled cricket officials.
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