Book Scoring Resource Material
Key scoring tips and techniques for reference and practise prior to scoring a match
For beginners particularly at the Junior cricket level (but can be used by anyone), it focuses on umpiring signals and types of dismissals.
A complete reference for scorers, detailing fundamental techniques and skills required of all scorers and additional topics for those who have mastered the basics.
Some examples of linear scoresheets used by a number of scorers.
An example page as used by scorers in men’s and women’s competitions in the Sydney Cricket Association.
Standard Scoring Symbols
Bye | B |
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Leg bye | L |
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Wicket | X |
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Wide | W or + |
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No ball | O |
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