Virtually all the leagues our club teams play in require umpires and scorers from both sides. We have 4 teams but we have really struggled to get regular umpires over the years. Like most clubs usually non playing club members/ supporters offer their time but that's quite unworkable for seasons on end and with 4 teams.
Just wondering if there is such thing as a hireable umpires in your local area and if so how you source them? Would elevate a lot of hassle for us (not to mention one sided umpiring)...
Edit: Sorry mods, just realised I've posted this in Your Kit rather than Your Cricket. Apologies.