Cricket depends on scorers far more than the game often admits. Every run, every interruption, every small, unexpected scenario that shapes the story of the match is recorded by the people in the scorebox. The new ECB Scorer Pathway hopes to develop scorers throughout all stages of their career.
The Pathway
The pathway has five stages from S5 to S1 (see image above). These levels recognise the different environments scorers work in, from junior matches all the way up to the professional game.
The structure maps the different levels of cricket matched to each stage.
Clear steps
To progress from one stage to the next, scorers will need to meet certain competencies. For each stage scorers must;
S5 (Team Scorer)
• Complete the new online ECB Scoring Course
• Be a Free or Full Member of the ECB ACO.
S5 to S4 (Recreational Scorer)
• Score a small number of matches and have evidence of this
• Complete the ‘Scoring Techniques’ and ‘DLS’ CPD modules
• Be a Full Member of the ECB ACO.
S4 to S3 (Representative Scorer – Recreational)
• Complete the Laws test
• Complete the Linear Scoring, PCS Pro, and Statistics CPD Modules
• Evidence competent scorer plus portfolio evidence (including feedback and an observed match)
• Attend the ACO course ‘Outside your own Scorebox’
• Participating in a progressional discussion.
S3 to S2 (Representative Scorer – Professional)
• Demonstrate representative match experience plus portfolio evidence (including feedback and an observed match)
• Completed the SA test for NV Play
• Participated in a progressional discussion.
S2 to S1 (Professional Scorer)
• Working through the Scoring Development Programme.
Safeguarding
For all stages, any scorer over the age of 18 is recommended to complete the ECB e-learning hub Safeguarding Level 2 Training and email their club Safeguarding officer a copy of their certificate on completion.
The CPD Modules
The CPD modules, although required to move between stages, can be taken at any point of the scorer’s journey. These are:
• Scoring Techniques; Builds on the entry level online course, box-style paper based scoring, extended laws for club cricket, umpire signals.
• Linear Scoring; Alternative paper based scoring for competent scorers. Widely used as a back up to electronic scoring and tracking statistics.
• Duckworth–Lewis–Stern (DLS); How to calculate DLS using the play cricket app (tablet/phone) and PCS Pro. The app is useful for the stand alone calculator.
• Statistics; What statistics may be required by the scorer a representative/recreational level and how to calculate them.
• PCS Pro; From start to finish of using the laptop software including scoring, making edits, wagon wheels, scoreboard connectivity, settings for NV Play Live Streaming connectivity.
Why This Matters for Scorers
The benefits are:
• Recognition: a national structure that treats scoring as a skilled, developmental role.
• Clarity: transparent criteria for every level.
• Support: access to local education and mentoring aligned to national standards.
• Confidence: reassurance that progression is based on competence, not geography or interpretation.
Why This Matters for the Game
A stronger, better-supported scoring workforce means:
• More accurate match data
• Smoother match operations
• Better collaboration between scorers and umpires
• Stronger competition integrity
• Clearer routes for recruiting and supporting new scorers
Good scoring underpins everything from league standings to player development. The pathway strengthens that foundation.
Training courses will be announced in the new year.
To register your interest in the new online ECB Scorer Course (S5) click I’m interested!
To register your interest in the CPD Modules click I’m Interested!
To register your interest in the ACO course ‘Outside your own scorebox’ click I’m interested!
Already part way through training?
To move from S5 to S4 (old Level 1) book a Professional Discussion here
To move from S4 to S3 (old Level 2) book a Professional Discussion here
League Roadshows
Some leagues would like to offer training (non-ECB accredited) for their scorers which will allow them to be ‘match ready’. These can include paper scoring, PCS Pro or Play Cricket Scorer app training.
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