Junior Cricket
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Our junior cricket program continues to grow each year, with us currently fielding sides in each of the junior age groups, as well as the newly revamped Woolworths Junior Blaster program (formerly Milo Cricket). Girls and boys programs catering to all abilities are available.
We are a fully compliant child safe organisation and Good Sports accredited club - so rest assured your child and family will have a safe and enjoyable experience at our club. Relevant policies are seen below:
Check out all the details below with information on each of the age groups, including training and match day details.
Contact Hanre van Rensburg our Junior Coordinator for more details - juniors@lilydalecc.com / 0498 108 660). You can also register with the simple click of a button below.
Woolworths Junior Blasters (Mixed)
Sessions: Friday Night
Formally known as Milo Cricket, the new Woolworths Junior Blasters program is a great introduction to the basics of the game and generally suitable for ages 5-8 (boys and girls both welcome). It covers the basics of cricket from bowling the ball, catching and batting - with the main priority to have fun. Parents are encouraged to participate in the sessions.
Under 10's (Mixed)
Games: Friday Night
Great for those who have a basic handle on the game but are still fine tuning their skills. Kids are coached through a game scenario of 20 overs each week where they play teams around the local area. Whilst it is a step up from the basics of Woolworths Junior Blasters, it is still non-competitive, played on a shorter pitch and a great chance for kids to get a taste of cricket in its match form.
Under 12's (Mixed)
Games: Friday Night
Builds on this format again and puts the kids in a real game scenario. In this format the kids play against local teams in the area and score their games week to week, a great introduction to cricket and still perfect for first time players. Games are played on a shorter pitch to help grow their skills and make it more enjoyable.
Under 14's (Mixed)
Games: Friday Night
Junior cricket at this age and onwards is played at a competitive level. Teams play surrounding clubs every Saturday morning with all games scored. The mid tier stage of junior cricket. We have standalone girls and boys teams in this age group to ensure all genders and abilities can be catered for.
Under 16's (Mixed)
Games: Saturday Morning
Generally the most competitive junior cricket age group as players have developed through the age groups. Teams train twice a week with games played on Saturday morning each week. Currently this team is entered into a boys competition however girls are welcome to play as part of our mixed team.
Under 18's 20/20 (Mixed)
Games: Friday Night
For those keen on another few seasons of junior cricket, the Under 18 age group is a great opportunity to continue the pathway through to senior level. Teams train with the seniors twice a week, with 20/20 games played on Wednesday nights.
Stage 1 (Girls)
Games: Sunday Morning
Stage 1 girls cricket is the entry level program for new players, generally for ages 10-12 depending on experience and ability. Games are played with a softer ball on shorter pitches, and the focus is on developing the basic skills of cricket.
Stage 2 (Girls)
Games: Sunday Morning
Stage 2 girls cricket is the next step in the pathway and is played in a more competitive way with hard balls and a longer pitch than stage 1. Generally the age of players is between 12-15, however is open to players of other ages if up for the challenge. This is the precu