PLAYER HANDBOOK - Bedford Junior Cricket Club

PLAYERHANDBOOK

BEDFORD JUNIOR CRICKET CLUB

CONTENTS PAGE


Mission, Vision & Values 3

Our Motto 4

The BJCC Way 5

Players Code of Conduct 6

Summary of Game Formats 7-8

Goal Setting 9-10

Batting Tips 11-12

Bowling Tips 13

Fielding Tips 14

Season Calendar 15-19

Match Days 20-21

Cricket Safety 22-26

Player Awards 27-28

Talent Pathway 29

Stirling Hawks Cricket Club Flyer 30

Bedford Morley Cricket Club Flyer 31

Junior Umpiring 32

Acknowledgment 33

OUR MISSION, VISION & VALUESMISSION

To provide an environment for participation, learning and success that is underpinnedby the Spirit of Cricket

To foster youth, sportsmanship, excellence and professionalism on the field and in thecommunity

To make every person involved in our Club feel included and valued

To encourage individuals (whether player, parent or coach) to develop their potential ina safe, fun environment


VISION

The Bedford Junior Cricket Club aspires to be a family friendly club that is successful inall its endeavours

We are committed to the promotion, participation and enjoyment of junior cricket in asafe, fun environment now and into the future

Our goal is that every member enjoys their cricket

VALUES

Integrity

Sportsmanship

Encouragement

Team spirit

Enjoyment3


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OUR MOTTO

T.E.A.M.Together Everyone Achieves More

THE BJCC WAYPLAYERS

Co-operate with your coach, teammates, opponents and umpires

Play for enjoyment, not to please others

Be a good sport and treat others as you would like to be treated

Put the team before yourself (there’s no ‘I’ in team!)

PARENTS

Abide by the Code of Behaviour - remember it’s not about you, it’s about the children!

Encourage your child to play within the spirit of the game

Applaud good play from both teams

Help out around the Club

Support the umpires and coaches

COACHES

Encourage your players and teach them to play within the spirit of the game

Display control, respect and professionalism - young people learn by example!

Remember that young people play for fun and enjoyment and winning is not everything

Communicate clearly to players and parents

COMMITTEE

Give all young players a fair go

Foster a safe, fun and inclusive environment

Communicate clearly to members

Lead by example


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PLAYERS’ CODE OF CONDUCTTHE SPIRIT OF CRICKET

Cricket is a game that owes much of its unique appeal to the fact that it should beplayed not only within its laws but also within the Spirit of the Game. Any action whichis seen to abuse this spirit causes injury to the game itself.

PLAYERS’ CODE OF CONDUCT

A player must: play by the rules; never argue with an umpire. If you disagree, have your captain, coach or manager

approach the umpire during a break or after the game; control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials and sledging other players,

deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permittedbehaviours in cricket;

work equally hard for yourself and your teammates. Your team’s performance willbenefit and so will you;

be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are made by your team or theopposition;

treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfairadvantage of another competitor;

cooperate with your coach, teammates and opponents. Without them there wouldbe no competition;

participate for your own enjoyment and benefit, not just to please parents andcoaches;

respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of theirgender, ability, cultural background or religion;

not smoke at Junior Cricket Matches.

With thanks to the Community Junior Cricket Council cjcc.wa.cricket.com.au


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http://www.cjcc.wa.cricket.com.au/

SUMMARY OF GAME FORMATS - BOYS


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AGE GROUP PLAYERS ON

FIELD

OVERS PER

INNINGS

BATTING RULES PITCH & BOUNDARY SIZE

BALL TYPE

Under 10s 7 20 Unlimited dismissals

Retire after allotted balls faced

16 m (pitch)

35 m (boundary)

Modified synthetic

120-140 gm


Retire after allotted balls faced

16 m (pitch)

40 m (boundary)

Modified synthetic

120-140 gm

Under 12s 9 30 Dismissed batters cannot return

Retired batters can return

18 m (pitch)

45 m (boundary)

142 gm leather hard

Under 13s 9 30 Dismissed batters cannot return


18 m (pitch)

50 m (boundary)

142 gm leather hard

Under 14/15/16/17s

11 30

1 and 2 innings games

Adult rules

Full size (pitch)

50 m (boundary)

156 gm leather hard

SUMMARY OF GAME FORMATS - GIRLS


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AGE GROUP PLAYERS ON

FIELD

OVERS PER

INNINGS

BATTING RULES PITCH & BOUNDARY SIZE

BALL TYPE


Retire after allotted balls

faced

16 m (pitch)

35 m (boundary)

110 gm

Soft Kookaburra


Retire after allotted balls

faced

16 m (pitch)

40 m (boundary)

110 gm

Soft Kookaburra

Under 15s 9 30 Dismissed batters cannot

return


18 m (pitch)

45 m (boundary)

142 gm leather hard

GOAL SETTING


Skill Area My Goals For This Season

Batting

Bowling

Catches

Run Outs

Steps I can take to improve my cricket:1.

2.

3.

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PERSONAL BEST


Skill Area Best Game Opponent Season

Batting Highest score in a game

BowlingBest figures in an innings

CatchesMost catches in a game

Run Outs Most run outs in a game

Skill Area Best Season Season

Batting Total runs in a season

BowlingTotal wickets in a season

CatchesTotal catches in a season

Run OutsTotal run outs in a season 10

BATTING TIPSSTANCE AND SET UP Feet evenly spread with toes lined up with centre stump Weight slightly toward inside of front and back feet (to allow movement

back or forward) Head and front shoulder pointing towards bowler Eyes level Grip bat with top hand (guide) dominant and bottom hand (power)

relaxed V’s of thumb and index finger pointing down back of bat

PICK UP AND BACKSWING Place bat behind back foot and lifted with top hand toward off stump

(about bail height) The bat tap unweights the bat and creates an active neutral position Head must be still as the ball is released

AS THE BOWLER APPROACHES THE CREASE Head steady and still using the bat tap in a rhythmical action Eyes firmly fixed on ball as bowler reaches the gather position (final step

prior to release) Watch ball closely as the bowler releases the ball (this will give you clues

as to what shot to play)

With thanks to Geoff Spotswoodhttps://cricketcoachingclinics.com.au/cricket-batting-tips/


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https://cricketcoachingclinics.com.au/cricket-batting-tips/

BATTING TIPSPLAYING OFF FRONT FOOT Balance, transfer of weight and head position are key points A stable base is vital with back foot planted behind the crease to resist

walking through the shot Bend the front knee and push off back foot which assists keeping ball on

ground and hitting ball under your eyes At point of contact, ensure your weight is heading in the direction of where

you want the ball to go Top hand and elbow need to lead the shot with top elbow high Bat follows the path of the ball in the follow through Maintain balance and body position after contact is made

PLAYING OFF BACK FOOT Balance, transfer of weight and head position are also important in backfoot

play Once you have made a decision that the ball is short, your movements must

be sharp and decisive To transfer your weight to the back foot, you need to push off the inside of

your front foot Back foot must move back and across in line with the off stump Back foot needs to move to a position parallel to the crease This is your position for all backfoot shots Point your head and shoulder for defensive or backfoot drive in the

direction of the shot Stay tall so you can stay on top of the ball

With thanks to Geoff Spotswoodhttps://cricketcoachingclinics.com.au/cricket-batting-tips/


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https://cricketcoachingclinics.com.au/cricket-batting-tips/

BOWLING TIPSBOWL OVER THE WICKET

This means your bowling arm is closest to the stumps.

RUN UPMeasure and mark it.

APPROACHSame steps every time.

DELIVERY STRIDEPush off with your back foot, front arm up high.

DELIVERPull front arm down hard. Bend your back.

FOLLOW THROUGHTowards the batsman.


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FIELDING TIPS

MARK YOUR FIELDING POSITIONUse your shoe.

WALK IN WITH THE BOWLERNice steady pace.

BE READY TO FIELD/BACK UPIf you are not fielding the ball, then you

need to back up the stumps.

WALK BACK OUTReturn to your fielding position.

RELAY BALL TO BOWLERIf needed.

ENCOURAGE TEAMMATESSay something positive.


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SEASON CALENDAR


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JUNIOR BLASTERSSunday 8 Nov 9-10.30am Session 1

Sunday 15 Nov 9-10.30am Session 2



Sunday 6 Dec 9-10.30am Session 5


CHRISTMAS/NY BREAK

Sun 7 Feb 9-10.30am Session 1



Sun 7 Mar 9-10.30am Session 5



MASTER BLASTERSSunday 8 Nov 9-10.30am Session 1






CHRISTMAS/NY BREAK







SEASON CALENDAR


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UNDER 10 & 11Sat 17 Oct 20 overs Round 1

Sat 24 Oct 20 overs Round 2


Sat 7 Nov 20 overs Round 4




Sat 5 Dec 20 overs Round 8


CHRISTMAS/NY BREAKSat 30 Jan 20 overs Round 10

Sat 6 Feb 20 overs Round 11



Sat 6 March 20 overs Round 14



UNDER 12Sat 17 Oct 1 Day Round 1

Sat 24 Oct 1 Day Round 2


Sat 7 Nov 1 Day Round 4




Sat 5 Dec 1 Day Round 8


CHRISTMAS/NY BREAKSat 30 Jan 1 Day Round 10

Sat 6 Feb 1 Day Round 11



Sat 6 March 1 Day Round 14



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Sat 30 Jan 1 Day Round 10






Sat 20 March 1 Day Round 16/SF

Sat 27 March 1 Day GF










Sat 30 Jan 1 Day Round 10






Sat 20 March 1 Day Round 16/SF

Sat 27 March 1 Day GF

SEASON CALENDAR


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UNDER 15Sun 18 Oct 1 Day Round 1

Sun 25 Oct 1 Day Round 2

Sun 1 Nov 1 Day Round 3





Sun 6 Dec 1 Day Round 8


Sun 31 Jan 1 Day Round 10

Sun 7 Feb 1 Day Round 11



Sun 7 March 1 Day Round 14


Sun 21 March 1 Day Round 16/SF

Sun 28 March 1 Day GF

UNDER 16/17Sun 18 Oct 1 Day Round 1

Sun 25 Oct 1 Day Round 2








Sun 31 Jan 1 Day Round 10






Sun 21 March 1 Day Round 16/SF

Sun 28 March 1 Day GF

SEASON CALENDAR


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GIRLS UNDER 11Sat 17 Oct 20 overs Round 1
















GIRLS UNDER 13Sat 17 Oct 20 overs Round 1
















Cricket can be a long game compared to other sports, so it is important

that you prepare properly for each game. You can use this checklist to

help make sure you are organised.

WHAT TO WEAR TO EACH GAME

Club shirt

White pants/shorts

Club hat

Trainers/runners/sneakers

White socks

WHAT TO TAKE TO EACH GAME

Cricket bag (if you have one)

Box

Sunscreen and sunglasses

Large drink bottle

Snacks

MATCH DAY PLAYER CHECKLIST


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FIELDING POSITIONS


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Helmets

Players will not be allowed to bat, field within 10m of the bat or wicket-keep upto the stumps, during a match or at practice where a hard ball is being used,without wearing a cricket helmet with a face guard.

Cricket Australia strongly recommends that all community cricket clubs takeall practical steps to adopt the ICC directive and mandate that all junior andsenior players wear British Standard 7928:2013 compliant helmets from2019/20 season onwards when batting, wicket-keeping up to the stumps andfielding in close to the batter.

Key features of these helmets are: Better construction, meaning a ball won’t squeeze between the peak and

grille of the helmet. Better design and strength of materials, meaning the ball won’t pull the

grille into your face. And greater coverage of the occipital area (behind the ear) to provide

increased protection.

For a list of compliant helmets please see: https://community.cricket.com.au/clubs/policies/helmets


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https://community.cricket.com.au/clubs/policies/helmets

Hydration

Due to the vast range of body composition, fitness, and states of acclimatisationrepresented in childhood and adolescence, no single recommendation on thevolume of fluid to be consumed is appropriate. More fluid appears to beconsumed by young people when the drinks offered are perceived as palatableto them. Regular and effective drinking practices should become habitual toyoung athletes before, during, and after activity.

Guidelines for fluid replacement are:

Drinks breaks occur every 60 minutes (every 30 minutes in conditions ofextreme temperature).

Water is the most appropriate drink for re-hydration. However, dilutedcordial or sports drinks may be supplied.

Drinks should be available for individual players between drinks breaks.Umpires should be advised that additional drinks are sought and playersshould make every effort to ensure no time is wasted.

Players should be encouraged to have their own drink bottles. This ensuresthat each player has access to an adequate level of fluid replacement andreduces the risk of contamination.

With thanks to Cricket Australiahttp://www.e-brochures.com.au/cricketaustralia/wellplayed2012/


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http://www.e-brochures.com.au/cricketaustralia/wellplayed2012/

Sun Protection

1. Slip on clothingTo protect your skin from over exposure to UV radiation, wearing clothing thatcovers as much skin as possible is recommended. It is important to considerboth the weave of the fabric and the style of the clothing when choosingappropriate protection. Shirts with collars and long sleeves and long trousers orskirts give you the most protection. Look for clothing made of a closely wovenmaterial - the tighter the weave of the material, the better protection from UVradiation. Darker colours give slightly more protection than lighter colours, butcan be hotter to wear during warmer weather. Some clothes are labelled with anUltraviolet Protection Factor (UPF). The UPF number is a guide to how muchprotection the fabric provides from UV radiation. Look for a UPF 50+ formaximum protection.

2. Slop on sunscreenSunscreen should always be used with other forms of skin protection. Sunscreencontains chemicals that either absorb or reflect UV radiation before it damagesthe skin. SPF 50+ sunscreens filter out about 98 per cent of UV rays. Thoselabelled broad spectrum filter both UVB and UVA radiation. The Sun ProtectionFactor (SPF) label on a sunscreen is only a guide to the strength of the product,not how much time you can safely spend in the sun.

Choosing sunscreenIt is important to choose a maximum protection sunscreen, so look for one thatis labelled SPF 30 or higher and broad spectrum. Sunscreen comes in a variety ofdifferent formulas (milk, lotion, cream), so choose one that suits you best. Checkthe use by date on the sunscreen and don’t use a sunscreen that is out of date.Always store your sunscreen under 25°c.


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Sun Protection

Applying sunscreen Always apply sunscreen liberally to clean dry skin 20 minutes before going

outside. Use at least a teaspoonful for each arm and leg and half ateaspoonful for your face, neck and ears.

Reapply every two hours, or more regularly if you are perspiring or involvedin water activities.

You do not need to rub sunscreen into your skin until it disappears. Thecream will be absorbed into your skin over the 20 minutes before you go outinto the sun.

No sunscreen - even if it is reapplied regularly - offers complete protectionagainst UV radiation. Always use sunscreen in conjunction with other formsof sun protection.

3. Slap on a hatWear a hat that provides plenty of shade to your face, neck and ears; these arecommon sites for skin cancer. Choose a hat with closely woven fabric in one ofthe recommended styles for good protection.

Cancer Council recommends three styles of hats for good protection: A broad brimmed hat with a brim width of at least 7.5 cm. A legionnaire style hat where the back flap meets the side of the front peak. A bucket hat with a deep crown that sits low on the head and has an angled

brim, which is at least 6 cm wide.


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Sun Protection

4. Seek shadeUsing shade as much as possible when you are outdoors is an important strategyin protecting your skin. Shade from trees and man made structures (pergolas,buildings) provide protection from UV radiation, but do not totally block it out.UV radiation can still be reflected off the ground and buildings around you evenunder dense shade. Always use shade as well as clothing, hats, sunglasses andsunscreen for maximum protection from UV radiation.

5. Slide on sunglassesEyes can also be damaged by UV radiation. Damage includes degenerativechanges, cataracts and pterygia. Cataracts cloud the lens of the eye and are oneof the most common types of eye damage in Australia, mostly due to sunexposure. Untreated cataracts can lead to blindness.

Choose sunglasses that wrap around the eyes and don’t let light in around theframes, especially at the sides, and make sure the frames fit close to the face.Sunglasses are given an Eye Protection Factor (EPF), which is a guide to howmuch UV protection they provide. The EFP is rated on a scale from one to 10.Sunglasses labelled EPF 10 provide almost 100 per cent UV protection.

All sunglasses must have a protection category label. Look for category two, threeor four and/or a lens description that states “good UV protection”. Category zeroand one are fashion glasses and provide only some UV protection. Polarisedlenses reduce glare.

With thanks to The Cancer Councilwww.cancersa.org.au


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http://www.cancersa.org.au/

PLAYER AWARDSPLAYER OF THE MATCH AWARD

This season, we are introducing ‘Player of the Match’ awards. At the endof each match, the Team Coach/Manager will present a Player of theMatch award in recognition of an excellent effort. These awards may be inthe form of vouchers or lollies/chocolate and will be given to you beforethe start of the season. This can be used to recognise effort, improvement,demonstrating the Spirit of Cricket, or it could be given for an outstandingperformance.

SEASON PARTICIPATION AWARDS

All Junior and Master Blasters and Under 10’s to Under 12’s will receive aparticipation medallion at the end of season wind-up in recognition oftheir efforts throughout the cricket season. This award is given to remindplayers that cricket is a team game and everyone’s efforts count!


SEASON PERFORMANCE BASED AWARDS

In each age group from Under 13’s and above, the following trophies will be presented:Batting Award = The player with the highest aggregate runs.Bowling Award = The player with the highest aggregate wickets.All Rounder Award = The player with the best figures across bowling, batting and fielding.Coaches Award = As determined by the Team Coach. 24

PLAYER AWARDS

RISING STAR AWARD

The Rising Star Award is presented to an Under 10’s player (or an Under11 player who is eligible to play in the Under 10 competition). Thepurpose of this award is to encourage a child to continue playing in the‘spirit of the game’. It is not necessarily awarded to the ‘best player’, butone who is a good team player, has passion for the game and encourageshis/her team mates. It should also take into account a player’s attitudeand attendance at training, the ability to be a good listener and receptiveto coaching advice. Finally, the player selected should be one who it is feltwill be committed to the Bedford Club throughout their long term juniorcareer.

BJCC CLUB CHAMPION AWARDS

Batting Award = The player with the highest aggregate runs across all agegroups.Bowling Award = The player with the highest aggregate wickets across allage groups.Coaches Award = As determined by the Team Coaches in conjunction withthe President and Coaching Coordinator.


CEC COULTAS AWARD

Each season the BJCC ensures that it recognises the efforts of a memberof the Club (eg. player, coach, parent volunteer) who has made the mostoutstanding contribution to the Club. 28

TALENT PATHWAY


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Community Cricket

Bedford Junior Cricket Club (Central Junior Cricket Association)

District Cricket

Bayswater Morley Districts Cricket Club (Baysie Bears)

State Cricket

Western Australian Cricket Association (Western Warriors, Perth Scorchers)

National Representation

Australia

STIRLING HAWKS CRICKET CLUB

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PLAYERS WANTED The Stirling ‘Hawks’ Cricket Club is looking for new players for the 2019-20 season.

We are a family friendly club and play in the Perth Swan Cricket Association on Saturday

afternoons. Games start at 1pm and we have two teams who play 40 over one day games.

Players under 18 are given FREE membership and do not pay match fees.

Training is at the Hawks home ground on Yokine Reserve East on Wordsworth Ave. Yokine

at 5 pm on Tuesday and Thursday nights at the club nets (see the X on the map), which usually commences around the last two weeks of September.

If interested please contact either;

Mark Ridley Ph; 0429106713 Email; [email protected] Or Steve Bresser Ph 0450 308 524 Email; [email protected]

Email: [email protected] Yokine Reserve Established 1968 Home of the Hawks

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PLAYERS WANTED

JUNIOR UMPIRES WANTED!

Cricket is Australia’s favourite sport and millions enjoy the opportunity toplay this great game and rise through its ranks.

Umpiring is a thoroughly rewarding way to enjoy the game from the bestseat in the house. It also provides the opportunity to learn new skills andmake life long friends in cricket.

The WACA is seeking under 15’s and under 17’s players to umpire lower agegroups on a Saturday morning for the coming cricket season (umpires will bepaid $60 per morning for their services).

The WACA runs courses for accreditation at $40 and the CJCA will reimbursethis. There are two courses in September and a later one can be arranged ifnecessary.

So, if you want to get out of mum and dad’s hair on a Saturday morning andearn some pocket money doing something you love, please get in touch withPaul Worthington at [email protected] who will provide details of thecourses and the application process.

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mailto:[email protected]

ACKNOWLEDGMENT


We would like to acknowledge and thank the Quinns Rocks Junior Cricket

Club for sharing their resources with us. This handbook has been adapted from

their Player Handbook.

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PLAYER HANDBOOK - Bedford Junior Cricket Club