The Northern Ireland Association of Cricket Umpires and Scorers was originally formed in 1949 as the 'Northern Ireland Cricket Umpires Association.' It was formed by umpires with the purpose of improving the standard of umpiring within the NCU. (Northern Cricket Union).

At the Association's AGM in October 1998 the name was changed to include scorers who, with the umpires, form the team who control and record the game of cricket. Our Association is linked with the ECB ACO (England and Wales Cricket Board Association of Cricket Officials). Our link with the ECB ACO has assisted with our umpire and scorer training and it is also useful for insurance purposes.

NIACUS is also linked to CIMOA (Cricket Ireland Match Officials Association) where our representatives have the opportunity to discuss matters of mutual benefit with other umpire associations in Ireland.

NIACUS welcomes anyone interested in umpiring or scoring. Our winter/spring monthly meetings are relaxed and informal occasions with umpiring/scoring topics discussed. Contact the NIACUS Secretary for information on joining the Association..