BCUA Planning Survey 2024 - Members

Dear Members,

As the committee of the Ballarat Cricket Umpires Association, we value your membership and want to ensure that your experience with us is as fulfilling as possible. We appreciate your dedication to umpiring and contributing to our community of cricket enthusiasts.

Currently, our membership fee stands at $120, which we believe offers excellent value for the benefits provided. These include:

1. Opportunity for Income: Membership opens doors to umpiring opportunities, allowing you to earn income while enjoying the sport you love.
2. Regular Training and Meetings: We organize regular training sessions and meetings where members can share ideas, discuss issues, and enhance their umpiring skills.
3. Umpire Apparel: Members receive a first umpire shirt, hat, and coat, ensuring you're properly equipped for officiating matches.
4. EJ Cleary Medal Ticket: Membership includes a ticket to the prestigious EJ Cleary Medal event, recognizing outstanding contributions to cricket.
5. Social Events: Over the past couple of years, we've hosted a Christmas function where partners are welcome to join us in celebrating the festive season. Additionally, we organize an end-of-year dinner to reflect on our achievements and camaraderie throughout the year.
6. Free Drinks at Meetings: Enjoy complimentary drinks during our meetings, fostering a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere for discussions and networking.

As we strive for continuous improvement, we value your feedback on what's working well within the association, areas that could be enhanced, and any suggestions for new initiatives. Your input is invaluable in shaping the future of our association and ensuring it meets the needs and desires of all members.

Furthermore, if you're interested in being more involved in the association or have ideas for how you'd like to contribute, we encourage you to let us know. Your participation and enthusiasm are essential to the success of our community.

Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to the Ballarat Cricket Umpires Association. Together, we can continue to uphold the integrity and spirit of cricket officiating in our region.

Sincerely,

David Sproules (On behalf of the BCUA)