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Boroondara
Cricket Club
JUNIOR PROGRAM TEAM MANAGERS,
COACHES HANDBOOK (Last revised 2015-16)
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Contents 1 PURPOSE 3
2 BCC CLUB DETAILS 3
3 BCC CLUB OBJECTIVE 3
4 JUNIOR PROGRAM ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE & ROLES 4
4.1. Junior President 5
4.2. Junior Administrator 5
4.3. Age Group Coordinator 5
5 JUNIOR PROGRAM CONTACTS 6
6 JUNIOR PROGRAM OBJECTIVES 8
6.1. Club Objective 8
6.2. Junior Program Objectives & Philosophy 8
6.3. Sportsmanship 8
6.4. Code of Behaviour 8
6.4.1 Coaches and Team Managers 9
6.4.2 Parents and Spectators 10
6.4.3 Players 11
6.4.4 Attitude and Behaviour 12
7 PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT 13
8 COACHES ROLE PROFILE 14
8.1. Purpose 14
8.2. Tasks: 14
9 TEAM MANAGERS ROLE PROFILE 15
9.1. Purpose 15
9.2. Tasks: 15
10 RULES 17
11 AVERAGES, REPORTS AND TROPHY QUALIFICATIONS 17
12 RULE DIFFERENCES 18
13 CANTEEN SET UP VIC ROAD SATURDAY MORNING (ROSTERED BREAK FAMILY) 19
14 GROUNDS 20
15 FEEDBACK 21
16 PATHWAY TO SENIOR CRICKET 21
17 SUN SMART POLICY 21
18 CONTACT DETAILS Error! Bookmark not defined.
19 CLUB HISTORY 22
20 PREMIERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATION AWARDS 23
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1 PURPOSE
The purpose of this Handbook is to provide junior players, Coaches and Team
Managers with an understanding of the Boroondara Cricket Club (“BCC”) and its
objectives, particularly in respect of its’ Junior Cricket Program, the BCC Philosophy
and culture; and operations necessary to facilitate the playing and efficient
administration of junior cricket at BCC.
2 BCC CLUB DETAILS
Post: Building 1-33 Victoria Road Hawthorn East 3123
Telephone: 9882 7877
Web: www.boroondaracc.com.au
Training Ground: Victoria Road Reserve
Email: [email protected]
Post: P/O BOX – 5080 - Hughesdale – 3166
3 BCC CLUB OBJECTIVE
The aim of the Club is play competitive cricket in an enjoyable environment, as well as to promote and
foster the game of cricket within our local area.
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4 JUNIOR PROGRAM ORGANISATIONAL STRUCTURE & ROLES
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4.1. Junior President The role of the Junior President is to:
Provide overall direction of the junior program in accordance with Club policies
Represent the junior program on the Club committee
Deal with junior program ECA issues on behalf of the Club
Finalise team composition (in conjunction with Age Group Coordinators)
Finalise appointment of Coaches and Team Managers (in conjunction with Age Group Coordinators)
Deal with any parent or other issues regarding Coaches and Team Managers that cannot be resolved by the relevant Age Group Coordinator
Deal with any non compliance with the Code of Behaviour detailed above
Finalise players to be invited to participate in ECA representative squad trials (in conjunction with Age Group Coordinators)
4.2. Junior Administrator The role of the Junior Administrator is to oversee and provide all necessary administrative support to the junior program.
4.3. Age Group Coordinator The role of the Age Group Coordinator is to:
Finalise team composition (in conjunction with the Junior President)
Provide advice to parents of team composition and any necessary changes to teams
Finalise appointment of Coaches and Team Managers (in conjunction with the Junior President)
Ensure each coach is supplied with necessary equipment balls, kit, score books etc.
Provide caps etc as necessary after the season has commenced
In the first instance deal with any parent issues regarding Coaches and Team Managers or players. If these issues cannot be satisfactorily resolved they are to be referred to the Junior President
Ensure Coaches are adequately supported at training
Provide any necessary support to ream managers
Finalise players to be invited to participate in ECA representative squad trials (in conjunction with the Junior President)
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5 JUNIOR PROGRAM CONTACTS
Name Position Phone Number
Arni Sleeman President 0411 341 192 [email protected]
Mark Poustie Vice President [email protected]
Matt Silk Secretary 0411967875 [email protected]
Steven Ford Treasurer 0404 431 935 [email protected]
Rod Croes Junior President 0402 447 086
Andrew McCredie Junior Administrator 0419 398 418 [email protected]
Peter Gambell U16 Coordinator
0408 556 378
Andrew Sharrock
U14 Coordinator 0439 942 852 [email protected]
Sarah Markey-Hamm U12 Coordinator
0417 304 648
Andrew Francis U10 Coordinator
0419 633 938
Arni Sleeman
Milo Cricket
0411 3411 92
Arni Sleeman T20 Big Bash
0411 3411 92 [email protected]
Steve Jackson
U15 Girls 0497 817 536 [email protected]
TBA
U18 Team Manager
Ben Douglas U16 A Coach
0434 368 113 [email protected]
Jeff Gleeson U16 B (Gleeson) Coach
0411 120 606
Greg Dollman
U16 C (Dollman) Coach
0419 518 851
Chris Rosengarten U14 A Coach
0418 993 330 [email protected]
Richard Paterson U14 B2 (Paterson) Coach
0419 119 233 [email protected]
Nick Pane
U14 B3 (Pane) Coach
0412 580 303
Josh Goldsmith
U14 C1 (Goldsmith) Coach
0419 032 261 [email protected]
Ed Richards
U14 C2 (Richards) Coach
0412 543 112 [email protected]
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Wayne Phillips U12 A Phillips Coach 0407 199 677
Scott Chivers
U12 A Chivers Coach
0466 778 629
Richard Curtain U12 B Curtain (red) Coach
Brett Chivers U12 B Chivers (white) Coach
0438 011 220 [email protected]
Darren Kerr
U12 B Kerr (Blue) Coaches 0422 262 452 [email protected]
Joe Forrest U12 C Forrest (Black) Coach 0403 288 505
Drew Browning U12 C Browning (Yellow) Coach 0433 784 261
Geoff Steele U10 Steele (Yellow) Coach 0412 183 496
Michael O’Byrne U10 O’Byrne (Red) Coach 0403 817 445
Luke Westmore U10 Westmore (Blue) Coach 0402 074 040
Chris Hoyling U10 Hoyling (Green) Coach 0407 720 606
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6 JUNIOR PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
6.1. Club Objective
To play competitive cricket in an enjoyable environment, as well as to promote and foster the game of cricket within our local area.
6.2. Junior Program Objectives & Philosophy
The objectives of the junior program are to:
develop all junior players cricket skills whilst giving everyone a fair and equal opportunity in all aspects of the game within a team oriented, safe and friendly environment;
ensure players are encouraged to play for fun and enjoyment of the game;
encourage and support players to play higher level representative cricket if they wish to do so; and
provide a pathway for junior players to continue playing cricket with the Club’s senior teams.
Consistent with these objectives
(a) Equal Opportunity will be given to all players to improve their skills at training and they will also receive encouragement and an opportunity to participate fully in all games.
(b) The Club expects that all players and their families will show respect for:
teammates,
opponents,
coaches and officials,
equipment,
the rules and spirit of the game
6.3. Sportsmanship
The Club understands its’ responsibility in fostering sportsmanship in all junior cricketers. Coaches,
managers, players and parents should ensure the following behaviours are displayed by the Club’s
junior players.
6.4. Code of Behaviour
The Club has adopted the following ECA Code of Behaviour:
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6.4.1 Coaches and Team Managers
1. Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only
part of the fun.
2. Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake or not coming
first.
3. Be reasonable in your demands on each player’s time, energy and
enthusiasm.
4. Know, and operate within, the rules and spirit of cricket and teach your
players to do the same.
5. Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience.
6. Avoid overplaying the talented players; all young players need and deserve
equal time, attention and opportunities.
7. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are
appropriate to the age and ability of all players.
8. Display control and respect to all those involved in cricket. This includes
opponents, coaches, umpires, administrators, parents and spectators.
Encourage your players to do the same.
9. Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. Follow the advice
of a physician when determining whether an injured player is ready to
recommence training or competition.
10. Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest cricket
coaching practices and principles of growth and development of young
people
11. Remain cognisant of the current Junior Section Rules of the ECA and the
Laws of Cricket.
12. Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the
situation and necessary for the player’s skill development.
13. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of
their gender, ability, cultural background or religion
14. If asked to officiate as an umpire, scorer or other match official, you should
respect the spirit of the game and be consistent, courteous and impartial in
all your decision-making.
15. Consumption of alcohol and/or tobacco products while in charge of junior
players is prohibited.
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16. Maintain your Working With Children Check (WWCC) registration as required
by the rules of the ECA.
6.4.2 Parents and Spectators
1. Do not force an unwilling child to participate in cricket.
2. Remember, children are involved in cricket for their enjoyment, not yours.
3. Encourage your child to play by the rules.
4. Focus on the child’s efforts and performance rather than winning or losing.
5. Never ridicule or yell at a child for making a mistake or losing a game.
6. Remember that children learn best by example. Appreciate good
performances and skilful plays by all participants.
7. Support all efforts to remove verbal and physical abuse from sporting
activities.
8. Respect every official’s decisions and teach children to do likewise.
9. Show appreciation for volunteer coaches, officials and administrators.
Without them, your child could not participate.
10. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of
their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
11. If asked to officiate as an umpire, scorer or other match official, you should
respect the spirit of the game and be consistent, courteous and impartial in
all your decision-making.
12. Clubs are responsible for the behaviour of its players’ parents and
supporting spectators.
13. Any consumption of alcohol at junior matches is discouraged. Clubs should
remain mindful of Council by-laws relating to the consumption of alcohol in
public parks.
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6.4.3 Players
1. Play by the rules.
2. Assist in the smooth running of the game. Do not waste time as a batter,
bowler or fielder and move quickly between over’s, in the conduct of an over
and in changing batters, which should take place on the field.
3. Observe all protective measures required by the Laws of Cricket and the
Junior Section Rules of the Eastern Cricket Association.
4. Ensure that all special rules for the protection and minimisation of injury risk
to young players are observed.
5. Never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or
team manager approach the umpire during a break or after the game.
6. Avoid entering any discussion between the umpire and your opponents.
7. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, sledging other players,
making unnecessary or disparaging comments to opponents, deliberately
distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted
behaviours in cricket.
8. Work equally hard for yourself and your teammates. Your team’s
performance will benefit and so will you.
9. Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are made by your
team or the opposition.
10. Treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take
unfair advantage of another competitor.
11. Cooperate with your coach, team manager, teammates and opponents.
Without them, there would be no competition.
12. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents
and coaches.
13. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of
their gender, ability, cultural background or religion.
14. Player consumption of alcohol, tobacco products or illegal substances during
a match is prohibited
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6.4.4 Attitude and Behaviour
To Umpires all Team Managers, Coaches, Parents, Spectators and Players
1. Recognise that the umpire is in charge and has the final say.
2. Courtesy and respect must be shown to umpires at all times.
3. If, in anyone’s opinion, an umpire misinterprets a rule, do not heckle or
argue with that umpire or opposition players.
4. Any registered player or club official disputing an umpire’s decision, using
abusive, threatening or language, during or after a match, within or outside
the playing field, is liable to be reported.
5. Any dissatisfaction with any umpire’s performance may only be reviewed on
application by the clubs to the Junior Executive of the Eastern Cricket
Association.
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7 PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT
Parents of all players are encouraged to actively participate in their child’s cricket at home, during
training sessions and on match day. Strong parental involvement in the following areas will benefit
their child’s cricket experience.
Off field
Provide positive encouragement to your child and the team during training sessions and game day. Reinforce the values of sportsmanship.
During the course of the season, parents will be requested and rostered to staff the canteen, score, set up the oval and complete other game day duties.
The junior program will hold one annual presentation day/night to which all parents are invited and encouraged to attend.
During the season, the Club will hold a number of social gatherings which all junior and senior members of the Club are encouraged to attend.
On field
Parents interested in coaching or managing teams are encouraged to come forward. The Club funds coaching accreditation for all parents wishing to coach a team.
Assistance at training – Parents are encouraged to assist with drills at training sessions.
The more helpers at training the higher the quality of coaching your child will receive.
At Home
Complete lots of “backyard cricket” and private practice sessions.
Encourage your child to practice skills that were taught at training sessions.
Reinforce the laws of cricket and sportsmanship.
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8 COACHES ROLE PROFILE
8.1. Purpose
Hold training sessions for their team
Develop all players in accordance with the Junior Program Objectives & Philosophy detailed above
Set the team batting and bowling orders which may be in conjunction with the appointed captain in Under 16s and Under 18s
Organise game day warm-ups
Provide instruction and advice to players on match day.
8.2. Tasks:
(a) Before Each Game
Liaise with the team manager to ensure that player availability is known
prior to team selection so that this can be taken into account.
(b) Training night
Encourage parental helpers present to conduct a session with a
coach/parent to player ratio of 1:8
Arrive at the training session prior to the designated starting time and set up
the practice facilities prior to players arriving.
a. Open up the change rooms and toilet facilities if need be
b. Open up the practice nets
c. Set up drill stations
d. Ensure the kit is present
Ensure that all players are occupied by constructive cricket activities during
the training session.
(c) Game Day
Arrive at the ground at least 30 mins before the start of the game so as to be
able to run a pre-match warm up.
Be prepared to umpire the game (ie: ball counter). The coach needs to have
full understanding / knowledge of the rules making special note of any age /
grade specific rules. Ensure that any parent who volunteers to help out with
umpiring has read and understood the rules.
Provide the team scorer with a batting and bowling list.
For home games provide the team captain with a coin for the toss.
Encourage players to watch and support the team whilst batting, and
generally encourage team spirit and co-operation.
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9 TEAM MANAGERS ROLE PROFILE
9.1. Purpose
Support the coach on game day
Liaise with parents and encourage their support
Co-ordinate the distribution of information between your team and the Club
Make sure the team knows when training is on
Organise afternoon tea/supper and scoring rosters
Every Thursday advise parents/players (typically via email) where the team is playing that week and confirm afternoon tea/supper and scoring roster. Encourage parents to text with any problems or delays in the players’ arrival.
Notify parents by email, text or phone of any cancellations or changes to games.
Co-ordinate drinks break at game.
Monitor behaviour at games, by encouraging players to focus on the game – the team should watch, and support their batters while off the field, and sit together as a group and refrain from using mobile phones during the match
Enter a summary of how the team went onto the BCC website. A parent or player can be nominated to do this.
9.2. Tasks:
(a) Before Each Game
Emailing out the team selection sheets with venues. This needs to be
completed by the Wednesday evening prior to the first day of the game. The
team manager will need to set up a distribution list of the player’s emails for
this – email addresses are available from the player database that can be
obtained from the junior section registrar of MyCricket.
Ensure that player availability is known prior to team selection so that this
can be taken into account.
For home games ensure that at least one volunteer is “locked” in to staff the
canteen facility between the hours of 8am and 12pm for Saturday matches.
It is strongly recommended that the team manager use the provided
templates and roster system to ensure that all game day tasks are taken care
of.
(b) Game Day
1. Pre-match set up for home games.
Team manager to liaise with coach to ensure the following occurs:
Set up wickets
Brush the wicket
Place boundary markers. This is applicable for the U10, U12, U14,
U16 and U18 games and any other game that is held at a ground
with no boundary fence. To assist with this it is suggested that a
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rope is used to measure the boundary to ensure consistency each
week.
Organise scorer’s table, scoreboard and chairs.
2. Organise a scorer for each game. Provide pens, pencils, erasers, etc for
scoring. Scoring is important and the following details must be recorded:
For all catches, run outs and stumpings the name of the fielder must
be recorded.
Ensure that the scorebook is accurate and balanced at the end of
play.
Ensure that both scorebooks agree and at the end of the match both
scorers sign the book to agree the result.
3. MyCricket website. This must be done by 6pm on the Sunday following the
last day’s play. [Note: further clarity re MyCricket requirements will be
provided at coaches/team manager information night]
4. Drinks – Coordinate the provision of cordial and cups for drinks breaks. For
games at Victoria Road Reserve cordial and cups will be provided. For away
games, cordial and cups need to be organised. From experience, two 2 litre
cordial bottles will be sufficient. This can easily be rostered among parents
week to week.
5. Break – At the 10am (Saturday) or 6.35pm break (Friday night), one family
per week could provide a snack for the players, a simple energy boost like a
cake, biscuits, fruit or some lollies.
6. Encourage players to watch and support the team whilst batting, and
generally encourage team spirit and co-operation.
7. Ensure a copy of the ECA Junior Competition Rules are available and with
the Team Manager for each match.
(c) Other Tasks
Assist with distribution of any flyers re sausage sizzles, 20-Twenty games.
Assist with any club fund raising activities - eg: distribute vouchers, Raffle
tickets and collect monies keeping track of who has returned and how much.
Ensure any change to player details (email addresses, phone numbers, etc)
are sent through to the junior administrator so that the Club database can
be updated.
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10 RULES
Be aware of the Complaints/ Disputes/ Protests/ Reports/ Appeals Rules
Heat Policy (Cease > 32C before 8.30 am, day , >36C, Night -4.30 pm
>36C)
Lightning Policy (Immediately cease play)
Late Starts
Light Appeals/Cessation of Play/Weather and Drinks – ECA Umpires – TM’s
Composition of teams > 6 players , max 12 players (15 players Division B/C)
Eligibility of players in Finals- where applicable >3 matches
Uniform- White or Coloured if agreed with JBCC and ECA
First Aid –Home Club responsibility- Details in Scorebook
Balls- different balls per Age Group
Scorebooks- use ECA scorebook
Toss- Captain/ designated Captain Home team (away captain calls)
Match Fees for umpires -$37.50 per team
Team selection and Match Results – by following Tuesday -9pm
Match Points
Ladders
11 AVERAGES, REPORTS AND TROPHY QUALIFICATIONS
1. Trophies will be presented to the winners of the batting and bowling averages in
each grade of each competition.
2. For the purpose of averages, only home-and-away matches will be included; that is,
semi-final and finals performances will not be included.
3. To qualify for the batting average trophy, a batter shall bat in not fewer than half the
rounds played by the batter’s team in that competition; and score an aggregate of at
least the following runs:
Under 12 125 runs
Under 14 150 runs
Under 16 175 runs
4. To qualify for the bowling average trophy, a bowler shall play in not fewer than half
the rounds played by the bowler’s team in that competition; and bowl at least the
following minimum number of over’s and take the following minimum number of
wickets:
Under 12 25 over’s (150 balls) 10 wickets Under 14 30 over’s (180 balls) 10 wickets Under 16 35 over’s (210 balls) 12 wickets
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12 RULE DIFFERENCES
U16 /U18 U14 U12 U10
Day of play Friday Friday Saturday Saturday
Overs 2D-45, 1D-21 2D-45, 1D-21 2D-45, 1D-25 25 –only 1D
Boundary (m)
55 55 45 30
Match balls White 156g Kooka White 156g Kooka A: Red 145g Kooka, B/C: 142g Kooka Commander
Kooka 110g –Soft ball
Batters restrictions
1D(A-60,B-50,C-40) 2D(A-100,B-80,C-50)
1D(A-50,B-40,C-30) 2D(A-80,B-60,C-40)
1D(A-40,B-25,C-20) 2D(A-50,B-40,C-40)
15 runs, if 25 overs not bowled but all out, can bat again same order
Bowler Restrictions
1D(A-6,B-5,C-4) 2D(A-12,B-10,C-6)
1D(A-5,B-4,C-3) 2D(A-10,B-8,C-6)
1D(A-4,B-4,C-3) 2D(A-8,B-6,C-6)
Overs shared equally
Bowlers’ overs spell
(A-6,B-5,C-4) (A-5,B-4,C-3) (A-4,B-4,C-3) 2 overs
Official Umpires
16A and if available, other teams provide own
14A and if available other teams provide own
If available, other teams provide own
Provide own
Safety Clause 41 Clause 47 Clause 53 Clause 56
LBW Yes Yes U12A – Yes, others No
No
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13 CANTEEN SET UP VIC ROAD SATURDAY MORNING (ROSTERED BREAK FAMILY)
Note: Alcohol cannot be sold Friday night’s due to the Club’s Liquor Licence Requirements
(a) Upon arrival
Open up the canteen main door and turn on lights.
Turn on coffee machine (instructions with machine)
Fill up pot to heat hot dogs
Open up internal canteen sliding door storage and take our all items for sale
Take out the cash draw and put in the till. Count the till. (there will be a till
sheet provided)
Turn on the till at wall and turn key clockwise.
Wipe down benches
Cut rolls for hotdogs and place on tray, take out sauces.
Place hot dogs in water to warm
Alternatively you can take out the barbecue and cook the hot dogs this way.
Turn on griller for toasties.
(b) Open to serve (8.00 AM)
Open up the front sliding door (weather permitting) and door connecting the main clubroom.
Serve customers (coffee, hotdogs, chips, cold drinks, toasties)
Hone your coffee skills
Watch cricket and enjoy yourself.
Help set up for morning tea to be served at 10.00 am
(c) Close down (11.30 AM)
Clean down barbecue if used
Wash any dishes and let dry
Fill up drink bottles in fridge
Restock any soft drinks sold.
Put the till away in locked sliding door storage.
Clean and take out all bins from kitchen and main clubroom.
Wipe surfaces, change bin liners.
Lock sliding door storage
Lock up canteen.
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14 GROUNDS
Junior sides representing the Club compete at the following home venues. Training is conducted at Victoria Road Reserve.
Play Team Ground Name Street Location Melway Ref
Wednesday U15 Girls Hislop Reserve Balwyn Road Balwyn 46 D4
Friday T20 Big Bash
Macleay Park No1 Belmore Road
North Balwyn 46 C4
Saturday U10 Yellow/Red Blue/Green
Fairview Park Fritsch Holzer
Fairview Street Camberwell Road
Hawthorn Hawthorn
45 B 12 45 F12
Saturday U12 A Chivers/Phillips
Victoria Road Reserve
Victoria Road Hawthorn East 45 G10
Saturday U12 B Lynden Park West Highfield Park Upper
Highfield road Highfield Road
Camberwell Camberwell
60 E2 60 E2
Saturday U12 C Balwyn Park South
Cherry Road Balwyn 46 D8
Friday U14 A Victoria Road Reserve
Victoria road Hawthorn East 45 G10
Friday U14 B1 U14 B3
Highfield Park Upper Howard Dawson
Highfield Road Burke road
Hawthorn East Glen Iris
60 E2 59 H6
Friday U14 C1 U14 C2
Auburn Quarry Anderson Park Upper
Auburn road Anderson road
Hawthorn East Hawthorn East
59 F3 59 G3
Friday U16 A Victoria Road Reserve
Victoria Road Hawthorn East 45 G10
Friday U 16 B Auburn Quarry Auburn road
Hawthorn East
59 F3
Friday U16 C Howard Dawson Burke road Glen Iris 59 H6
Friday U18 Macleay Park No 3
Belmore Road
North Balwyn 46 C4
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15 FEEDBACK
Feedback from players and parents should be provided to Coaches and Team Managers or Age Group Coordinators in the first instance.
16 PATHWAY TO SENIOR CRICKET
By running a junior section and developing young cricketers, the Club provides the opportunity for junior players, wishing to further develop their cricket, to transition into the senior teams. The junior teams are the next generation of senior players and the transition path to the senior ranks helps to ensure the Club’s future. To facilitate this transition, the club utilises the lower grades of its senior ranks as a development ground for aspiring junior cricketers to make the transition into senior cricket. These senior teams are led and mentored by experienced cricketers and provide a great learning opportunity for junior cricketers who want to progress and develop further in the game.
During the season junior players within the older age groups (predominately U16 and U14 players) may be provided with the opportunity to play senior cricket on a Saturday afternoon with matches commencing at 12.30 or 1.00 pm. This participation is encouraged by the Club and only occurs with a signed parental consent form. These forms are distributed to all under 14 and 16 age group players prior to the commencement of the season and are also available during the course of the season.
17 SUN SMART POLICY
The Club will again adopt a sensible policy to ensure player protection from the sun. Sunscreen will be available with all Team Managers, but players are asked to apply sunscreen at home before coming to cricket. Drinks breaks are compulsory but players will also be encouraged to drink when possible throughout match days. A no cap/hat, no play policy will also apply, so please have your hats with you at all times.
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18 CLUB HISTORY
The Boroondara Cricket Club was formed on the 26 July 1938. One of only four ESCA matting clubs to continue to play throughout the war years, its home ground was at Highfield Park, where the Club played up until 1999, then moving to its present ground at Victoria Road Reserve, Auburn. In 1980 the Club merged with ESCA club, Riversdale (founded 1966), to form Riversdale-Boroondara. In 1999 the Club changed its name and once again became Boroondara when the junior section of the Club was launched with two sides. Now a central part of the Club’s proud history the junior section provides opportunity for young cricketers to learn and enjoy the game. This participation and development of young cricketers is central to the Club’s activities as it continues its association with local schools and communities and also helps to ensure the Club’s future. Our Club is a thriving community cricket club and we now have 20 junior teams, 6 senior teams, 6 T20 teams and a strong Milo program. We pride ourselves on being an all inclusive club which prides itself on our values and principles to play some part in the enjoyment and development of all our cricketers! To be continued/.....
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19 PREMIERSHIPS AND ASSOCIATION AWARDS
Boroondara Cricket Club has won the following Premierships.
Senior Premierships Junior Premierships
1940/1941 B matting (1st XI)
1960/1961 Junior 1
1966/1967 A matting (1st XI)
1969/1970 A matting (1st XI)
1981/1982 B matting (1st XI)
1986/1987 E matting (3rd XI)
1995/1996 Senior matting (1st XI)
2000/2001 Matthews Shield ( Under 12C)
2002/2003 Southwood Shield (Under 12B)
2003/2004 Orr Shield (Under 14B)
2004/2005 Burt Shield (1st XI)
Wilson Shield (2nd XI)
Dyer Shield (3rd XI)
2005/2006 Holzer Shield (2nd XI) 2005/2006 Mason Shield (Under 14C)
2008/2009 Grace Shield (Under 16A)
2009/2010 Wilson Shield (3rd XI) 2009/2010 Wilkins Shield (Under 12C)
2010/2011 Mason Shield (Under 14C)
Joyce Shield (Under 12C)
2011/2012 Lamborn Shield (4th XI)
2012/2013 Holzer Shield (4th XI) 2012/2013 Grace Shield (Under 16A)
2013/2014 C Grade Shield (4th XI) 2013/2014 FJ Dobeli Shield (Under14B) Grace Shield (Under 16A)
FJ Dobelli Shield (Under 14B) Mitchell Shield (Under 12A)
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Association Best Player Senior (Season)
Association Best Player Junior (Career)
1956/57 Geoff Pearton
1962/63 Geoff Pearton
1970/71 Paul Hillman
1973/74 Paul Hillman
1974/75 Paul Hillman
1991/92 Scott Bingley
2011/12 Robbie Ross 2011/12 Lachie Thomas
2012/13 Ben Douglas
2013/14 Nic Russ Representative Selections U15 School Boys Victoria 2013 Jonathan Merlo 2013 Seamus Bolton 2015 Sam Elliott U12 School Boys Victoria 2013 and 2014 Jake Fraser-McGurk U17 Victoria Metro 2015 Sam Elliott 2015 Jonathan Merlo U14 Australia Indoor Team 2015 Jake Fraser McGurk