Cricket
Cricket came under the Wanderers banner in 1982. We have since grown to be one of the largest Nelson based clubs known for a strong emphasis on junior cricket and youth development and a proud history of success in senior men's cricket (we are the only club from Nelson to have won the National Club Championship in 2000).
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Information
Junior Cricket Information (Primary & Intermediate)
Start and Finish Dates
Junior cricket will begin on the weekend after Labour weekend (end of October) and run until late March. There will be a break in the season during the summer school holidays.
Grades
Softball
Typically, cricket played with a softball is well suited to kids in school years 1 to 5. Games run for approximately 1 hour.
Kids in school years 1 and 2 play 'Kiwi Cricket'
Kids in school years 2 to 4 play 'incrediball'
Hardball
Cricket with a hardball can be played by children in school years 3 and up. We enter teams into the beginner and advanced Primary and Intermediate grades. Games run for approximately 2 to 2.5 hours.
There is a lot of flexibility. For example, if parents decide their child is not quite ready for hardball at school year 3 to 5 then we welcome them to continue playing with a softball. If parents want to bring kids up into hardball cricket earlier, that is also okay in many cases (although we strongly recommend waiting until school year 4 at minimum).
Unform
Kids playing softball must wear:
Club shirt
Hat
Comfortable shorts
Sports shoes
Kids playing in the hardball grades must wear:
Club shirt
Hat
White trousers
Sports shoes
The club will provide team shirts for all teams for the season. Club caps are available to purchase.
Equipment
All softball equipment is provided by the club. Kids can choose to use their own bats if they wish.
A gear bag will be provided to all teams with all required equipment so parents are not required to purchase anything. We do recommend hardball players have their own helmet and box for safety and hygiene reasons. If you know your child will stick with cricket, we recommend purchasing equipment which is suited to their particular size and preference to maximise their enjoyment.
Registrations
The earlier registrations come in, the better we can organise your season.
Please register for the season at the top of this page.
Youth Cricket Information
Start and Finish Dates
Youth cricket typically begins on the weekend after Labour weekend (end of October) and runs until late March. There will be a break in the season during the summer school holidays.
Grades
We are proud to have two teams (one boys and one girls) team in the youth grades. They play 25 and 30 over games throughout the season.
Uniform
Club shirts (supplied by the club for the season)
White pants
Equipment
For this level, we strongly encourage individuals to have their own equipment, including:
Bat
Pads
Gloves
Helmet
Box
Registration
Find the registration form at the top of this page.
Senior Cricket Information
We offer competitive and social senior options.
Competitive
What: We field a Premier and Second XI side. Premier plays One Day and Twenty20. Second XI plays 40 overs and Twenty20.
When: Played on Saturday afternoons between October and March.
Where: Our home ground is Brightwater Domain (aka Centennial Park). We play away games against other clubs within Nelson.
Social
What: Social cricket with games lasting just approximately 1.5 hours. Teams are 8-a-side.
When: Friday Nights between November and March. Around 12 games in total.
Where: Teams choose to play at Greenmeadows or in a 'Country' grade where games are played at Brightwater, Motueka and Richmond.
Teams are expected to be self-managed (i.e. responsible for arranging their 8 players each week).
Register at the top of this page.
Membership Fees
We strive to keep cricket affordable. Thanks to various sponsors and trust funders we are able to offer the below fees for the 2024/25 season.
Junior Cricket
Kiwi Cricket (One term only) - $30
Kiwi Cricket (Full season) - $60
Junior Superstars - Incrediball (Full season) - $60
Primary Hardball - $60
Intermediate Hardball - $70
Youth Cricket
Youth Grade (College) - $80
Senior Cricket
Second Grade - $125
Premier Grade - $155
Student (secondary or tertiary) - $100
Social Friday Night
Team Entry - $425
Register at the top of this page.
Useful Links
Draws and statistics for hardball grades: PLAY HQ | Nelson Cricket Association
Playing Conditions and draw for softball grades: Junior Softball Cricket (google.com)
Playing Conditions for all hardball grades: PLAYING CONDITIONS | Nelson Cricket Association
Book Nelson Cricket's indoor net: Saxton Indoor Centre | Nelson Cricket
Purchase a cap: Wanderers Clothing (jotform.com)
Report a hazard or incident: Go to form
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