Marty Edgell took up umpiring after an invitation from his good friend Errol Cranney. Within 2 season Marty had progressed from 5th grade to make his first grade debut

A popular umpire amongst his peers and players Marty shares some of his most memorable moments during his time umpiring in NSW Premier Cricket

What was the attraction to become an umpire?

My son was about to start playing Cawsey Shield for Manly and the coach Dr John Barker gathered the parents together before the first game and said “we need 2 umpires for the season, any volunteers?” I thought at the time that would be a good way to show Luke I was interested in the sport he had chosen and be able to watch each game. Laws night was held at the Forrestville Soccer Club and the course was being run by David Brandon, Errol Cranney.

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