One of our defining goals is Guaranteed Participation. As with all our grades, the development of the player and enjoyment of the game are seen as more important than the result. All players should get the opportunity to bat, bowl and as wicketkeeper. We ask that coaches give all of the kids the opportunity to succeed equally throughout the season.
Grade Summaries
Mixed Grades Summary
CJCA Girls Grade Summary as at 23 October 2024
Finishing orders from 2024/25
Grade finishing orders 202425 Years 4 to 7 plus Girls
NEW CHANGES FOR 2024/25
GIRLS DIVISION 3 – YEAR 7/8
Please note that Divsion 3 Girls will be a 6 ball max except the last over which should be 6 legitimate balls.
FREE HITS OFF TEES
In all grades with “Batting Tees” EITHER BALL may be struck FORWARD OF THE WICKET following a Wide or No Ball – this aims to involve more fielders and also reflect the 360 degree nature of modern cricket.
BATS
At Year 3 or 4, plastic gear can be used by those new to cricket or with different abilities, but coaches must ensure that plastic gear is NOT being used by competent batters to gain an advantage.
BYES AND OVERTHROWS
Kiwi – No Byes or Overthrows
Year 3 & 4 – Maximum 1 Bye or Overthrow
Continuation –
YEAR 6 BOYS HARDBALL moves to Post-Christmas variation in February 2025
- 20/20 – NOT “PAIRS CRICKET”
- Introduction of the “Grace Period” for the first time – players can’t be dismissed until their 7th ball
- Team numbers remain at 8-a-side
