Umpiring Award Structure

To obtain the various Umpiring Awards, applicants must attend the WNA umpiring course appropriate to test applied for (or IFNA equivalent) and must be affiliated to the WNA

"Q" Award
For beginners and novices
Theory and practical umpiring skills, qualification by attendance.

FENA "C" Award

Practical: A 30+ minute test
Theory: A short written paper of 20 questions to be completed at time of practical test (Welsh or English) - pass mark 17 out of 20

FENA "B" Award
Applicants must be holders of the "C" Award (or IFNA equivalent)

Practical: A 60 minute test
Theory: An oral test of 10 questions. Pass mark 7 out of 10

FENA "A" Award

Applicants must be holders of the "B" Award (or IFNA equivalent) .Level 3 Course
Theory: A three-hour written paper (3rd Saturday in May)
Candidates must be recommended by their Area, Regional Development Officer or National Association
Practical: A 60 minute test

Applications to be sent to the WNA Umpiring Officer by 1 March

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