JUNIOR CRICKET AT McKINNON CRICKET CLUB
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Frequently Asked Questions
2008/2009 |
| When is registration day? | Saturday 23rd August 2008 @ 10am - 11.30am |
| What are the age groups? | under review , but at this stage: U/12 U/14, U/16 |
| What happens there? | We fill out forms, Pay registrations, hand out brand new caps & information,sell shirts if available. |
| Does it matter if I miss this day? | No , but please contact us asap if you are interested - numbers may be capped this year |
| How much is registration? | $85 with a $5 discount for each sibling |
| Must I pay then? | It is preferred ,but if not possible , then it MUST be before end of October |
| Can I pay by Cheque? | Yes , to McKinnon Cricket Club |
| Can you tell me which team I will be in? | We can not be certain until all players are registered & available.Usually grouped by age & experience. |
| What about Coaches/Managers? | We are in the process of appointing & identifying Coaches & Managers but as we do not know exactly how many teams yet, it will not be finalised until a later date.
We welcome any expresion of interest in any area. |
| When is training? (TBC) | Under 14 on Mondays 4.30 - 6 until daylight saving starts then 5.00 -6.30pm |
| | Under 16 on Tuesdays 4.30 - 6 until daylight saving starts then 5.00 - 6.30pm |
| | Under 12 on Wednesdays 4.30 - 6 until daylight saving starts then 5.00 - 6.30 |
| When is first training night? | U/12 - 3rd Sept - Wednesday @ 4.30 |
| (TBC) | U/14 - 1st Sept - Monday @ 4.30 |
| | U/16 - 2nd Sept - Tuesday @ 4.30 |
| What clothing do I need for training? | We would prefer to to see a white cricket shirt (polo) or similar & dark shorts/track pants & runners. Don't forget Sunscreen. |
| What clothing do I need for playing? | Long white cricket pants, white cricket shirt (polo), Runners.
Cricket hat :wide brim(preferable) or Cap. Players must take the field with a hat (unless helmet is being worn). Don't forget Sunscreen |
| Can I get Cricket clothing from the club ? | Caps Yes - White playing polo shirts , yes
These have the McKinnon LOGO & may be available for order /or sale on registration day or throughout the season ( between $15 & $25) |
| What about equipment ? | Our Junior Kits are equipped with bats, gloves, pads & helmets. |
| What do I bring ? | Groin Protector a must for boys. As for playing equipment many players like to bring their own also. |
| Where to I buy this stuff.? | Any sports store which caters for Cricket eg.
Knights Sport Centre rd East Bentleigh (cricket specialists, good service),
Sportsmart, Cochranes Rd Moorabbin & there are many others |
| How long does a game go for? | Most games are 2 day games over 2 Saturday mornings, but the season always starts with a One day game. Each day is app 2.5 (2 day game) to 3 hours (1 day game) |
| What are the starting times ? | 8.15 sharp for One day games , or 8.45 sharp for 2 day games |
| What are the finishing times? | app 11.15 to 11.30 pm |
| When does the season start? | TBC: prob Sat 13th October (one day game 8.15 am start) |
| When do we get the fixture? | This always seems to take until the 3rd round (mid-late october) as the competition grades are not stable until then |
| Is there a break over Christmas? | Yes, probably last game is on 20th Dec 2008 & resumes on 17th or 24th Jan 2008 TO BE CONFIRMED |
| What do parents do? | While we have a manager & usually a game day coach, we cannot survive without parental help. |
| What sort of help? | Setting up stumps,sweeping the pitch, laying out hats/markers for boundaries, scoring (where able), umpiring (where able), setting up chairs & putting away. |
| That sounds like a lot of work! | It's easy when everybody contributes. |
| What if parents know nothing about Cricket ? | It's not essential for some jobs , & you can always learn. |
| Does the club have social activities for Juniors/ Junior Parents | Yes, please watch newsletters & feel free to ask team manager or Junior committee member.
There are many general club functions throughout the season- watch the website! |
| AGE LIMITS: U/12 | Under 12: Boys must be under 12 on 31/08/08 minimum playing age is 9 |
| How old should players be ? | can participate before 9 but NOT bat or Bowl until turned 9. |
| Boys ? | (girls under 14 girls can play U/12 - CMCA decision) |
| Girls? | We do not recommend registering players before the age of 9 |
| Age groups are being reviewed | Players should not play above their age. |
| AGE LIMITS: U/14 | Under 14 : Boys must be under 14 on 31/08/08(girls can be under 16) |
| AGE LIMITS: U/16 | Under 16: Boys must be under 16 on 31/08/08(girls can be under 18) |
| Do You have any girls playing? : | Yes 4 girls in U/12's last season & we are encouraging more girls to play. |
| Is there anything else I need to ask ? | Probably, & if you think of it [email] it & we can post it for others too |
| Can I ring anyone? | Sure: Rick Pullman 0428 503 895 or Paul O'Donnell 0418 678 778 |
