The aim: Retaining Teenagers in Cricket
Across Australia, the largest drop-off in Cricket participation occurs between the ages of 14-18
Sport Australia ‘AusPlay’ Cricket participation data. From page 6 of the report available here. https://tinyurl.com/wbjktkfk
QSDCA Pilot Bridging Competition
Information for Cricket Participants and Families
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Mini Test Match Format Played over two days. Each team bat/bowls each day. No long days in the field. |
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Bridging Junior to Senior Cricket Competition for players 19 years and younger, with up to four mentors 20 years or older, in each team. |
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Participant & Family friendly Playing Times Saturday afternoons (pre-Xmas). Sundays (post-Xmas). Outside of school holidays. |
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Play & Compete at Different Levels Multiple divisions. Teams graded accordingly. |
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Played at local Cricket Clubs Connect with your local Community, via the Cricket Club. Play on turf and/or synthetic wickets. |
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Affordability Standard Senior membership/match fees. No Umpire fees (each team provides one). Budget friendly match balls (Kooka 2-piece). |