Double Debut as Representative Season Commences

The major Cricket Australia senior representative program got under way in Sydney this week, with the NSW Breakers hosting Queensland in two Women’s National Cricket League matches at Cricket Central on Tuesday 29 September and Thursday 1 October.

The fixtures were particularly significant for State Umpire Panel members Bob McGregor and Nic Warburton, who both made their List A match debuts , a significant milestone in their officiating journeys.

Their selection was just reward for their commitment to excellence and sustained high level of performance.

Bob is a classic example of persistence and dedication to being ready when an opportunity arises. An Association member since 2009, he has officiated in 272 Men’s Premier Cricket matches, including 151 in First Grade, giving him the extensive experience needed to take the next step. He has earned widespread respect for his consistency and unobtrusive on-field manner.

The Women’s Premier Cricket Panel One medallist for 2024-25 was also recognised for his outstanding efforts last season when he received the coveted George Borwick Memorial Award.

Since joining the Association in 2019, Nic has been identified as a young umpire on the rise and has now begun to fulfil the promise displayed in his early appearances. His maturity and calm control have been frequently noted, while his elevation to First Grade in Men’s Premier Cricket has been rapid. Of his 46 matches, 15 have been in the top grade.

Nic also handled the Poidevin Gray Shield Final last season and, like Bob, travelled interstate under the Umpire Exchange program to gain experience of Premier Cricket in a different environment.

Partnering Bob and Nic across the two matches was fellow State Panel member Jeff Egan, while Janine Stainer served as Match Referee for both fixtures.

Congratulations to Bob and Nic on reaching this important milestone. We hope these List A debuts are the first of many matches at senior levels.