U10, U12, U14 & U16 Welcome Pack 2016 2017
Contents Introduction... 4 Teams... 4 Under 10s (8 to 10 years)... 5 Under 12s, Under 14s & Under 16s Competition Cricket... 5 Post Training BBQ... 5 Home Grounds... 5 Fees & Scholarships... 6 Special Payment Schedule... 6 Scholarships... 6 Membership Payment... 6 Season Dates... 7 Selection Criteria... 7 Equipment needed to play... 7 Match gear... 7 Training gear... 8 Roles and Responsibilities... 8 At Training and Matches... 8 Coaches and Managers... 9 Parents... 11 Photography... 12 Code Of Behaviour For Junior Cricket, 2016-17... 12 Players Code Of Behaviour... 12 Coaches & Team Managers Code Of Behaviour... 13 Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 2 of 14
Parents Code Of Behaviour... 13 Club Contacts... 14 Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 3 of 14
Introduction Welcome to Youlden Parkville Cricket Club. This information pack will guide you as you begin a long and memorable relationship with cricket in your local community. Established in 1875, we have a strong community focus and encourage inclusiveness and participation by players at all levels of talent. YPCC s five senior teams (16 years and over) play in the Mercantile Cricket Association. We proudly run an extensive junior program for boys and girls aged between 5 and 15 years old. Competition junior teams (under10s under 16s) play in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association. We have a rich history. The Club's unusual name is derived from Harry Youlden, our founding father and Kensington bookmaker, who established Youlden Kensington Cricket Club in 1922. Parkville Cricket Club was created in 1875 at a meeting held at Naughtons Hotel on Royal Parade. Youlden Kensington and Parkville Cricket Club merged in 1972 to create Youlden Parkville Cricket Club. Our club is proud that we have male and female cricketers from our founding parent clubs who played for Victorian and Australian cricket teams. We hope you have a great season at Youlden Parkville Cricket Club. For any questions that are not answered by this pack, please check out our website which has lots of useful information or contact the Junior Coordinator, Sophie Newing: sophie.newing@gmail.com or 0405 336335. Teams We have 6 different programs open to boys and girls. Milo In2Cricket (Under 8s) Milo T20 Blast (Under 8s) Under 10s competition cricket Under 12s competition cricket Under 14s competition cricket Under 16s competition cricket For a junior to be eligible to play in a grade, they must not turn that age prior to the first day of September in the current season. Birthdate falls between Age Group 1 Sept 2006 and 1 Sept 2008 U10 1 Sept 2004 and 1 Sept 2006 U12 1 Sept 2002 and 1 Sept 2004 U14 1 Sept 2000 and 1 Sept 2002 U16 Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 4 of 14
Under 10s (8 to 10 years) This is a great introduction to real cricket matches for boys and girls aged 8 to 10 years of age. Under 10s cricket plays matches under modified North West Metropolitan Cricket Association (NWMCA) rules. Players wear pads, gloves and helmets but use semihard balls and bat in pairs for two overs. If they are dismissed they don t actually go out, but just change ends. Everyone bowls, and gets a go at wicketkeeping. Under 10s have training on Wednesday evenings and play games on Friday evenings. Under 12s, Under 14s & Under 16s Competition Cricket Teams are open to boys and girls. Allowance may be made for girls older than the official cut off. These teams play in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association. Games are played on Saturday mornings (except for one Under 14 team) using the usual rules of cricket in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association (www.nwmca.vic.cricket.com.au). There is a structured transition program to support players moving from U16 into senior teams. Team Play Training Training Location Under 16 Sat 8:20am- 11am Wed 6:00-7:30pm Ryder Oval & nets Under 14 Sat 8:20am- 11am Wed 6:00-7:30pm Ryder Oval & nets Under 12 Sat 8:20am- 11am Wed 5:15-6:30pm Ryder Oval & nets Under 10 Fri 5.15pm-7.30pm Wed 5:15-6:30pm Ryder Oval & nets Post Training BBQ After each training session on a Wednesday night, a BBQ is held at the club rooms.this is a great way for players and parents to meet in a relaxed social environment and enjoy the summer weather. The BBQ is really popular with both players and parents and is a great way to feed the kids too! Sausages, burgers, wine, beer, soft drinks and icy poles can be purchased at reasonable prices. Home Grounds YPCC s senior home grounds are the Ryder and McAlister Ovals. Junior home grounds are: Ryder Oval (turf wicket) McAlister Oval (turf wicket) Poplar Oval, The Avenue, Parkville (synthetic wicket) Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 5 of 14
Princes Park No 1 (synthetic wicket) Fees & Scholarships To ensure all players are covered by the club s insurance, registration must be completed prior to the first match. Under 12s, Under 14s & Under 16s Fees include all coaching, ground hire, balls, equipment, umpires, and association affiliation costs. Players receive a blue YPCC training shirt and YPCC cap. A white club playing shirt needs to be purchased for $35. Under 10s (8 to 10 years) Fees include all coaching, ground hire, balls, and equipment. Players receive a blue training shirt and YPCC cap. A white club playing shirt needs to be purchased for $35. Special Payment Schedule Families who have difficulties meeting the club fees may be able to make alternative arrangements. Please contact the Junior Coordinator to discuss. No player will be excluded from playing at YPCC as a result of financial hardship. Scholarships YPCC offers two scholarships to support players who may need help with paying fees: the Ryder and the McAlister. The winners of these scholarships will have their fees waived for the season. The criteria for the scholarships are: Eligibility to play for U12, U14 or U16 team Be a player of good character Demonstrate a strong desire to play club cricket May not otherwise be able to play cricket The winners of the scholarships will be selected by the YPCC Junior Committee and notified prior to season commencement. Membership Payment Payment is required at the time of registration. Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 6 of 14
Online payments are our preferred method but membership fees can also be paid by cash, cheque, eftpos or by electronic bank transfer. If you do not want to pay online then you will need to contact the Junior Coordinator for a registration form. Season Dates Program Cost In-Person Registration Milo In2Cricket $99 14 Oct 2016 5-8 years 9am Under 10 $200/210 * EBD 3 & 10 Sept 2016 Under 12 $250/260 10-11am Under 14 * EBD Under 16 Training Starts Matches start Christmas Party Final session 14 Oct 2016 n/a 17 Dec 2016 7 Oct 2016 10 March 2017 17 Dec 2016 28 Sept 2016 25 March 2017 8 Oct 2016 *EBD = Early Bird Discount applies for registration before 5 September 2016 Selection Criteria YPCC s primary goal is to ensure all players have an opportunity to improve their skills, confidence and love of the game. YPCC encourages participation and a healthy attitude to competition. The club s selection policy is based on the following principles: Promote participation, fun and love of the game Provide opportunities and coaching for players of all abilities to achieve their best Maintain stable teams as much as possible moving through the age groups Play players within their age group as a preference Provide a more competition-focused environment for more developed players. All players need to be registered to be considered for Team Allocation. Teams will be selected by the YPCC Junior Committee. Refer to the Junior Allocations Policy on our website for the principles and process for allocating junior teams. Equipment needed to play YPCC has comprehensive and good quality protective equipment kits for all junior teams. These kits contain everything needed for training and match days. Players may use their own gear, but it must be clearly labelled. YPCC has two compulsory uniforms: one for training and one for matches. Match gear Whites Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 7 of 14
o Long white cricket trousers (available from shops like Kmart, Rebel Sport, The Cricket Warehouse in Smith Street and the Greg Chappell Cricket Centre). o White club playing shirt (available for purchase from the club for $35) YPCC club cap or a white broad brimmed hat (may be purchased) Shoes Runners or soft-soled cricket shoes Sunscreen A drink bottle A box (groin protector for boys) No hoodies or non-club clothing (except for an optional plain white woollen cricket/vest) Training gear Blue YPCC training shirt (provided at registration) YPCC cap (provided at registration) Own shorts/cricket pants Shoes Runners or cricket shoes A drink bottle A box (groin protector for boys) Roles and Responsibilities At Training and Matches Players should attend training every week, arriving 10 minutes before the scheduled start in order to make the most of training time. On match days, players must arrive at the ground at least 20 minutes before the start of the game to allow adequate time for warming up, talking to the manager, hitting up etc. When not batting, bowling, fielding or practising, players are required to sit as a team, and encourage the players on the field. After each match the acting captain must provide a Captain s Report on the match which will be added to the manager s match report and posted on the club website. Please let the team manager know ASAP if a player will be absent from training or a match so alternative arrangements can be made to cover the absence. It is expected that players will be available to play every match and will do their upmost to fullfil this expectation cricket is a team sport and requires commitment to the team. If parents are unable to transport players to training and games, they should talk to their team manager who can find out parents to help out. Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 8 of 14
Managing behaviour YPCC coaches and officals will seek to manage poor behaviour in a manner consistent with the aproaches recommended by the Australian Sports Commission. http://www.ausport.gov.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0003/472557/misbehaviour_fac t_sheet.pdf The club will not tolerate bullying, racist, sexist or otherwise abusive or violent behaviour by parents or children, and YPCC reserves the right to withdraw club membership at the discretion of the club committee at anytime. There are clear expectations of player, parent, coach and manager behaviour detailed at the end of this document. Coaches and Managers YPCC provide appropriately accredited coaches to support junior players. Senior players also assist juniors during training and team activities. Wayne Schultz is YPCC s junior coaching coorinator. Wayne is a highly accredited coach across many sporting codes, a senior AFL coach, experienced physical education teacher and is currently a junior participation specialist employed by Cricket Australia. Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 9 of 14
YPCC s Junior Coach, Wayne Schultz in coaching action All parents - no matter what level of cricket experience - can complete a free online introduction to cricket coaching course prepared by Cricket Australia. (http://introductiontocricket.cricket.com.au/). It s a lot of fun and only takes an hour. All junior teams require a voluntary parent manager. It is not essential to have a comprehensive understanding of cricket and the club greatly appreciates early offers to help manage teams. Main tasks: Keep an up-to-date record of player and parent contact details Email parents with match information Maintain a roster of parent tasks Decide on batting/bowling order Help set up the field (home matches) Help with field inspections (home matches) Bring YPCC kit including medical kit to match Work with team captain on match strategy Provide basic first aid Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 10 of 14
Supervise player and parent behaviour Report to the club president any behaviour contrary to club rules Ensure a Match Report is provided to the club in a timely manner (not required for Under 10s) Ensure scores are recorded on the MyCricket website Pay the match umpire (the club will reimburse any umpires fees) for Under 12 matches and above. Parents Parents play an integral role in junior cricket; their involvement is crucial to the successful running of the club. This includes volunteering as team managers, helping out at training and matches, assisting players with their equipment, umpiring, helping with BBQs and packing away equipment. On match days there are many essential jobs that ensure games are played quickly and smoothly. These will be allocated to parents on a roster system. Task for parents: Scoring 1 Square-leg umpire 2 Bringing snacks for players Help set up the field (home matches) Help with field inspections (home matches) Throwing balls to batsmen to help get their eye in Help clean up after match The roster will be distributed to parents at the start of the season (at the discretion of the team manager). 1 Don t panic! We ll be running How to Score nights to teach parents the art of cricket score-keeping. 2 Don t panic! There is usually at least a couple of parents with a basic understanding of the rules parents who are not confident with the rules will not be allocated this role Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 11 of 14
Photography YPCC sometimes takes photos of players and games for the purpose of sharing them on the website, Facebook and for marketing. Players will never be identified. YPCC abides by the Australian Sports Commission guidelines for sports clubs https://www.clearinghouseforsport.gov.au/ data/assets/pdf_file/0009/378738/as C_Images2007.pdf If you do not wish your child to be photographed whilst training or at games, please inform your team manager or the Junior Coordinator or the Club President in writing. Code Of Behaviour For Junior Cricket, 2016-17 YPCC has existed since 1875. We have played on the Ryder Oval in Parkville since 1945. Today s players like those who have gone before them play to enjoy the friendship created by the game and bring success to our club. The club has a code of behaviour, based on Cricket Australia's Junior Cricketing Policy, that is expected of all players and officials. All parents, officials and players of YPCC agree to honour this code of behaviour. Good sportsmanship is the most important element of cricket. These codes help to ensure parents, officials and players involved in junior cricket can enjoy training, coaching and games. They also support the club s aim to give all young people a fair go regardless of their gender, ability and cultural background. Players Code Of Behaviour Respect the rights, dignity and worth of your team mates and opponents regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. Play by the Rules. 1. Never argue with an umpire, team mate or opposition player. 2. If you are upset about something that happened at training or in a game talk about your worries to your team manager. 3. Control your temper. Verbal abuse of officials, sledging other players, making unnecessary comments to opponents, deliberately distracting or provoking an opponent are not acceptable or permitted behaviours in cricket. 4. Work equally hard for yourself and your team mates. Your team s performance will benefit and so will you. Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 12 of 14
5. Be a good sport. Applaud all good plays whether they are made by your team or the opposition. 6. Treat all participants in cricket as you like to be treated. Do not bully or take unfair advantage of another competitor. 7. Cooperate with your coach, team mates and opponents. Without them there would be no competition. 8. Participate for your own enjoyment and benefit. 9. Train with the intent and purpose that is required on match day. 10. Treat the equipment and facilities of YPCC with respect and care. 11. Assist in the preparation and packing up of training and game equipment. Coaches & Team Managers Code Of Behaviour Remember that young people participate for pleasure and winning is only part of the fun. 1. Never ridicule or yell at a young player for making a mistake. 2. Be reasonable in your demands on each player s time, energy and enthusiasm. 3. Know and operate within the rules and spirit of cricket and teach your players to do the same. 4. Ensure that the time players spend with you is a positive experience. 5. Avoid overplaying the talented players. All young players need and deserve equal time, attention and opportunities. 6. Ensure that equipment and facilities meet safety standards and are appropriate to the age and ability of all players. 7. 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. 8. Show concern and caution toward sick and injured players. 9. Obtain appropriate qualifications and keep up to date with the latest cricket coaching practices and principles of growth and development of young people. 10. Any physical contact with a young person should be appropriate to the situation and necessary for the player s skill development. 11. Respect the rights, dignity and worth of every young person regardless of their gender, ability, cultural background or religion. 12. 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. Parents Code Of Behaviour 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. Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 13 of 14
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 skillful 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. Club Contacts Paul Sinclair, President o 0409 004 651 o sinclair.ypcc@gmail.org.au Sophie Newing, Junior Cricket Coordinator o 0405 336 335 o sophie.newing@gmail.com Visit the club website for details of game venues, match reports and other important information. www.ypcc.org.au Revised YPCC Welcome Pack 2016-2017.doc Page 14 of 14