Gloucestershire Association of Cricket Officials

Elevating Cricket Standards in Gloucestershire

Working closely with the Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation (GCF), GACO trains, supports, appoints and develops umpires and scorers in Gloucestershire.

Our Highlights

Explore our key features and contributions to cricket administration in Gloucestershire.

Umpire Courses

Providing umpire training and resources for aspiring officials in Gloucestershire.

Umpire Pathway Development

Route to the top. How to move along the ECB Umpiring Pathway.

Officiating Matters

News and features for GACO cricket officials in our bi-monthly ‘Officiating Matters’ online magazine.

The Laws of Cricket

MCC are the custodians of the Laws of Cricket, responsible for debating, decision making and drafting the laws

Leagues & Playing Conditions

Leagues across West of England and each of their applicable Regulations

Scorer Courses

Providing scorer training and resources for aspiring officials in the county.

Scorers Pathway Development

Route to the top. How to move along the ECB Scorers Pathway.

Jan 31
Jan 31, 202610:00 am – 5:00 pm
ECB Umpire Course
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Mar 29
Mar 29, 20267:00 pm – 8:30 pm
WEPL Umpires’ pre-season meeting
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2025 Expense Claims

To be made via GACO Expenses claim form online on at least a monthly basis.

GACO Clothing & Merchandise

White short-sleeve GACO umpire shirts are available for £5. Please e-mail webmaster@gaco.org.uk for more details. (Sizes available: Large, XL, 2XL and 3XL)

GACO Interest Box

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Committee Contacts

GACO committee member contacts