Welcome to the official website for Balcatta Cricket Club. Here you will be able to find out everything about the club and updates on news and events.
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The History tab includes information on the history of the club, club player milestones and life members.
The website was developed in collaboration with one of our major sponsors, New Normal. Click on their link in the sponsors section for more information on what they can do for you in the digital world.
The Club fields up to 5 Senior, Colts (Under 21) and two 20/20 sides in The Western Australian Suburban Turf Cricket Association (WASTCA) competition. We also field up to 4 Junior sides of various age groups who play in the Central Junior Cricket Association (CJCA).
We have formed a rich club culture and history within the City of Stirling community. You can check out more about the club by clicking on the History tab in the top menu. The History page includes a list of our Life Members and Game Milestones.
The Club welcomes anybody wanting to join and be part of a Community environment, whether as a Player, Supporter or Sponsor.
The Club was awarded the 2018 Australia Day WA Community Citizen of the Year by the City of Stirling.
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Sporting clubs such as ours play a significant role in the community and have a responsibility to our members and their families.
We have chosen to join over 9000 clubs across Australia taking part in the Good Sports program.
Through Good Sports we are committed to managing alcohol responsibly and ensuring smoke free areas, which we believe will help us to provide a healthy, safe and family friendly environment.
Together, we are helping inspire a healthier sporting nation. Speak to our club committee about what being a Good Sports club is all about or visit:www.goodsports.com.au
** KEEPING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE SAFE **
Through the commitment of Cricket Australia, the Balcatta Cricket Club has been endorsed in joining with this commitment in keeping our kids safe in a comfortable and supportive environment.
Our two Child Safety Officers are:
Damian Lepidi and Jenni Santa Maria.
See the attached flyer for more information.
** JUNIOR REGISTRATION - 9 TO 18 YEARS OLD **
Registrations for junior cricket are now open for the 2024/2025 season and can be completed by clicking on the below link:
https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/292029
Junior cricket plays a critical role in the club. Our junior cricket program is for both boys and girls starting from Year 4's (under 10's) through to Year 10/11's (under 16/17's) (Team availability is dependent on number of registrations).
For further information please contact Jenni Santa Maria on 0417 094 530
Junior Club Cricket is for anyone aged from 9-18 years.
Play real games of cricket.
Different game styles & formats to allow kids to progress based on their ability.
Fun, active & plenty of opportunities to learn through play.
Make new friends & be a part of a local community.
** IMPORTANT PLAYER INFORMATION **
** SENIOR PLAYERS REGISTRATION - 2024/25 SEASON **
ALL Senior players will need to register for the season on PlayHQ.
Registering can be completed by clicking the following link:
https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/c0e51b
Once you log in, your details will be populated, however you will need to answer the questions as per the attached prior to continuing.
Any issues/queries please contact Jenni on 0417 094 530.
With pre-season training commencing in a couple of weeks, there is no better time to register for the upcoming season, commencing early October.
We look forward to seeing both new and old faces down at the club for the upcoming season. 🏏
** PRE-SEASON RAFFLE **
1st Prize:
SG Triple Crown Retro Pro Bat @2"9
RRP - $875 ( Greg Chappell Sports)
2nd Prize:
New Balance Pro Players Duffle Bag
RRP: - $160
3rd Prize:
Kookaburra Ghost White RH Batting Gloves
Tickets - $10each
Only 50 tickets available. Drawn on Thursday, 10 October 2024 after training.
Please see Dave (0468 817 066) or Jenni (0417 094 530) at the club or give them a call/text to book your ticket. Money can be transferred to the Club Account.
** SEASON STARTS IN 2 WEEKS **
** SENIORS PRE-SEASON TRAINING **
It's not long to go before the 2024/25 Season commences and pre-season training is in full swing with good numbers attending. See schedule reminder attached.
First up is the T20 Div 1 XI on 5th October with all others commencing from the 12th October.
If you haven't done so yet we encourage all senior players to get down to training and get ready for our upcoming season where we celebrate our 50th Year Anniversary.
Recently retired after 214 games with Balcatta Cricket Club, our very own Lyndon Jakob has moved over to umpiring. Here he is telling his story.
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/7CaroaR87xw6qsiD/
If any retired ex-players are interested in staying involved as an umpire, get in contact with Umpire Manager Mick Martell for more information.
umpiremanager@yahoo.com
umpiremanager@wastca.com.au
** VETERANS COMPETITION - PLAYERS WANTED **
This season the club has a team registered in the Over 50s Focus Cricket Cup run by the WA Veterans Cricket Association and we are looking for players.
Games are played on a Sunday every 3-4 weeks during the season.
If anyone is interested in playing you can register via the following link:
https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/7b2eef
Or if you want some more information please contact Dave Giuffre 0468817066
