Club Cricket. Junior Section Starter Pack Templates and Resources

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1 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Templates and Resources

2 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Templates and Resources Policies 1. Template Club Constitution 2. Child Protection Policy 3. Equity Policy 4. Volunteer Policy Forms 1. Registration Form 2. Medical Consent Form 3. Consent Forms for the use of Photographs 4. Attendance Register 5. Risk Assessment Form 6. Incident Report Form Planning 1. 5 Year Development Plan 2. Action Plan 3. Coach Development Plan Cricket Regulations 1. Pitch and Ball Recommendations for Junior Cricket 2. Junior Cricket Recommendations for Fielding and Bowling Schools 1. Cricket Working in Partnership with Primary Schools 2. Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Codes of Conduct 1. Code of Conduct for Safeguarding Children 2. Junior Members Code of Conduct 3. Parents Code of Conduct Role Descriptions 1. Chair Person Role Description 2. Treasurer Role Description 3. Child Protection Officer Role Description 4. Health and Safety Coordinator Role Description 5. Publicity Officer Role Description Case Studies 1. Edinburgh South CC Community Sports Hub 2. Hawick & Wilton CC Primary Schools Competition 2

3 Templates and Resources Template: Club Constitution 1. Name The name of the organisation shall be......, hereinafter referred to as the Club. 2. Objectives The club is established to pursue the following objectives: a) Participation in the sport of Cricket hereinafter referred to as the sport. b) The organisation, management and development of... for all members of the Club. c) Membership of appropriate leagues for the purpose of establishing regular competitive play for the club s representative teams. d) The provision of training and playing facilities for its members. e) Promoting and maintaining the highest standards of technical competence and safety in the sport. f) Upholding the rules of the sport. g) Providing equal opportunities for successful participation by all section of the community. h) The promotion of the sport. 3. Affiliation The Club shall be affiliated to Cricket Scotland. 4. Membership All members are subject to the Constitution of the Club and the regulations of the National Governing Body. a) Membership of the club is open to all individuals provided they comply with this Constitution. b) No person shall be refused membership on the grounds of race, colour, creed, religion, sex, sexual preference, impairment or disability. c) All applications for membership shall be accompanied by the appropriate annual membership fee, which shall thereafter be payable on demand. d) Each fully paid up member shall be entitled to attend and vote at General or Annual General Meetings. e) Fully paid up members may be elected and serve on the Management Committee. f) All members will receive a copy of the relevant Code of Conduct, a copy of the Club s Child Protection Policy and a copy of the Constitution. g) Members shall be enrolled on one of the following categories: (Examples) i) Playing/ Competing Member (adult/ junior) ii) Non Playing/ Associate Member (non-competing) iii) Coach (qualified) 3

4 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack iv) Official (qualified) v) Volunteer/ Helper vi) Junior Member vii) Life Member. 5. Suspension, Refusal or Termination of Membership a) The management committee shall be entitled to: i) Refuse any application for membership on the grounds that such membership would be prejudicial to the objectives of the club as set out in Rule 2 of this constitution. ii) For good and sufficient reason to refuse renewal of any existing membership or terminate or suspend any membership provided that the member concerned shall have the right to be heard by the full management committee before a final decision is made. b) The member may apply for reinstatement at the next general meeting. c) Any member who fails to pay their fees by the date required shall forfeit their right to representation on the management committee and at general meetings, and shall be suspended from taking part in any event under the control of the club until such fees are paid. d) Any member under suspension shall be barred from taking part in any match or event under the control of the club. e) The management committee shall inform the member in writing of any decision to terminate their membership. f) Notification of the termination of a membership will be forwarded to the Governing Body. 6. General Meetings a) Annual General Meeting (AGM) The AGM shall be held each year at such time and place as determined by the management committee, at approximately twelve monthly intervals, but no more than fourteen months after the date of the previous AGM. At each AGM the following business shall be conducted: i) Receive and confirm the minutes of the previous AGM. ii) Presentation of the clubs financial accounts for the year. iii) Presentation of clubs projected financial situation for the forthcoming year, and the setting of all fees. iv) Presentation of Chairpersons report. v) Election of officers to the management committee. vi) Any other business brought before the meeting which has been submitted in writing to the secretary not less than seven days prior to the AGM, and any other business deemed relevant by the chairperson. Notice for an AGM shall be a minimum of 21 days. A quorum for an AGM shall be members. b) Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) An EGM may be called upon the written demand of: i) 33% of the membership. 4

5 Templates and Resources ii) The Chairperson. iii) 2/3 majority of the management committee. Notice for an EGM shall be of a minimum of fourteen days notice, and stating the business to be discussed. 7. Rules for General Meetings a) A minimum of twenty one days notice in writing shall be given to all members, except in the event of an EGM where the notice shall be a minimum of fourteen days. b) The Chairperson, or in his/her absence a member selected by the meeting, will take the Chair. c) All members shall register with the Secretary prior to the start of the meeting. d) Each member shall have one vote. e) All votes shall be determined by a simple majority. In the event of a tied vote, the Chair may exercise a casting vote. f) The quorum shall be one quarter of those eligible to vote, or such members, whichever is the smaller. g) The Secretary shall keep the minutes of the meetings and record all proceedings and resolutions. 8. Election of Officers to the Management Committee a) The members of the management committee shall be drawn from the membership, as defined in clause 4 of this constitution. b) Candidates shall be elected by paper ballot at the AGM, and shall be members of the management committee from the conclusion of that AGM until the conclusion of the following AGM. c) All nominations of candidates for election shall: have the consent of the nominee; be in writing; be seconded; be received by the secretary not less than fourteen days before the AGM. d) Uncontested posts may be filled by nomination(s) and election at the AGM. e) The Secretary shall send all members a list of all nominations not less than seven days prior to the AGM. 9. Members of the Management Committee a) The Management Committee shall consist of the following Officers: i) President ii) Vice President iii) Chairperson iv) Fixtures/ Competition Secretary v) Secretary vi) Treasurer vii) Team Managers/ Coaches representative viii) Child and vulnerable adult Protection Officers (preferably 2 officers, male and female). b) All the above shall be entitled to one vote each at General Meetings, except the Chair. 5

6 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack c) The committee may co-opt any member to any unfilled post until the conclusion of the following AGM, providing that the number of co-optees shall not exceed one third of the total number of persons serving on the committee at that time. d) The management committee may appoint any sub-committees it may deem necessary to deal with the matters of the club, until the conclusion of the following AGM. The proceedings of all such committees shall report to the management committee by a representative elected by that sub-committee. 10. Rules for the Management Committee a) The Chairperson shall chair the meeting, or in his/her absence one of either the President, Vice President or Secretary or a nominee from the committee in the event of all those mentioned being absent. b) Fourteen days notice of any meeting of the management committee shall be given by the Secretary, except when: i) The date of the meeting had been agreed at the previous management meeting, in which case seven days notice shall be given. ii) In an emergency the Chairperson may call a meeting at four days notice. c) The quorum shall be four of those Officers entitled to vote, as listed at Rule 9. a) d) All members of the management committee as listed at Rule 8. a) shall be entitled to vote. e) All votes shall be determined by a simple majority. In the event of a tied vote, the Chair may exercise a casting vote. f) Meetings shall be open to all members of the club. 11. Finance a) The income and property of the club, however derived, shall be applied solely towards the objectives of the club as set out in Rule 2, of this constitution. b) The club shall have the power to raise money by means of yearly affiliation fees and match fees as determined by the Management Committee at the Annual General Meeting. c) All monies shall be lodged in a bank account in the name of the club. d) The Chairperson, Treasurer and Secretary shall be authorised signatories to sign cheques on behalf of the club, of which two signatories shall be needed. e) The financial year of the club shall run from to 12. Amendments to the Constitution This Constitution may only be amended by a proposal passed by a majority of members present and entitled to vote at an Annual or Extraordinary General Meeting. 13. The Dissolution of the Club a) Any resolution to dissolve the club may be passed at any General Meeting provided that: i) the terms of the proposed resolution are received by the Secretary at least forty two days before the meeting at which the resolution is to be brought forward, and that 6

7 Templates and Resources ii) at least twenty eight days of the proposed resolution shall be given in writing by the secretary to all members, and that iii) such a resolution shall receive the assent of two thirds of those present and entitled to vote. b) Upon dissolution of the club, after all club and Trustee liabilities have been cleared, all remaining financial and material assets shall be given or transferred to the local... club/league, or to the (Local/ Area Governing Body), as determined by the meeting, to be employed for the development of the sport. 14. Declaration It is hereby certified that this document represents a true and most up to date version of the Constitution of... Club SIGNATURES Chair Person Secretary... Date Date 7

8 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Template: Child Protection Policy [Organisation name] is fully committed to safeguarding the welfare of all children in its care. It recognises the responsibility to promote safe practice and to protect children from harm, abuse and exploitation. For the purposes of this policy and associated procedures a child is recognised as someone under the age of 18 years. Staff and volunteers will work together to embrace difference and diversity and respect the rights of children and young people. This document outlines [Organisation name] commitment to protecting children. These guidelines are based on the following principles: The welfare of children is the primary concern. All children, whatever their age, culture, disability, gender, language, racial origin, socioeconomic status, religious belief and/or sexual identity have the right to protection from all forms of harm and abuse. Child protection is everyone s responsibility. Children have the right to express views on all matters which affect them, should they wish to do so. Organisations shall work in partnership together with children and parents/carers to promote the welfare, health and development of children. [Organisation name] will: Promote the health and welfare of children by providing opportunities for them to take part in [sport] safely. Respect and promote the rights, wishes and feelings of children. Promote and implement appropriate procedures to safeguard the well-being of children and protect them from abuse. Recruit, train, support and supervise its staff, members and volunteers to adopt best practice to safeguard and protect children from abuse and to reduce risk to themselves. Require staff, members and volunteers to adopt and abide by this Child Protection Policy and these procedures. Respond to any allegations of misconduct or abuse of children in line with this Policy and these procedures as well as implementing, where appropriate, the relevant disciplinary and appeals procedures. Observe guidelines issued by local Child Protection Committees for the protection of children. Review This Policy and these Procedures will be regularly reviewed: In accordance with changes in legislation and guidance on the protection of children or following any changes within [Organisation name]. Following any issues or concerns raised about the protection of children within [Organisation name]. In all other circumstances, at least every three years. 8

9 Templates and Resources Template: Equity Policy Statement NAME OF CLUB This club is committed to ensuring that equity is incorporated across all aspects of its development. In doing so it acknowledges and adopts the following definition of sports equity: Sports equity is about fairness in sport, equality of access, recognizing inequalities and taking steps to address them. It is about changing the culture and structure of sport to ensure it becomes equally accessible to everyone in society. The club respects the rights, dignity and worth of every person and will treat everyone equally within the context of their sport, regardless of age, ability, gender, race, ethnicity, religious belief, sexuality or social/economic status. The club is committed to everyone having the right to enjoy their sport in an environment free from threat of intimidation, harassment and abuse. All club members have a responsibility to oppose discriminatory behaviour and promote equality of opportunity. The club will deal with any incidence of discriminatory behaviour seriously, according to club disciplinary procedures. 9

10 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Template: Valuing Volunteer Policy (insert club name) IS COMMITTED TO SUPPORTING AND VALUING OUR VOLUNTEERS OUR VOLUNTEER ADMINISTRATORS, COACHES, OFFICIALS AND HELPERS ARE CRUCIAL TO THE SUCCESS OF OUR CLUB. THEIR DEDICATION IS WORTHY OF CONSIDERABLE THANKS AND RECOGNITION signed Chair Person THE CLUB S COMMITMENT TO THE RECRUITMENT, SUPPORT AND TRAINING OF ALL VOLUNTEERS INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DUTIES: To provide a friendly induction to all new volunteers To provide job descriptions for all long term positions To support the Volunteer Co-ordinator with co-ordination of volunteer recruitment, training and recognition Ensure that the external commitments and needs of volunteers are considered at all times Ensure that all volunteers are given ongoing and professional development training Ensure that all members are aware of, understand and follow the club s valuing volunteers policy To present a volunteer of the year award at the end-of-season club presentation evening To follow the volunteer recruitment plan - annually monitor and evaluate the plan for effectiveness To encourage all members and associate members to offer their time and support to the club whenever possible. NO JOB IS TOO SMALL - VOLUNTEERS ARE REQUIRED FOR THEM ALL! Volunteer Co-ordinator: Name: Contact details:... 10

11 Templates and Resources Template: Junior Registration Form XX Cricket Club Junior Cricket Membership Application Form Why Join? For You: Year round cricket competitive games, trainings and development opportunities during the summer and winter Being part of a great family club that provides positive cricket experiences for all its members. For the Club: More junior members gives the whole club a boost and is a focus for the club and its long term development The club will develop more coaches and volunteers and provide a more positive impact in our community. What is the cost? Young people under the age of 18 on 30th April of each year would pay xx for a year s membership. When does it take place? All xx Cricket Club s junior cricket training is on Friday evenings from pm at the following address: All members should bring a water bottle, wear suitable shoes and clothing for running around in, and any personal cricket equipment they would like to use (equipment is provided by the club if needed). How to apply? Simply complete the form on the next page, along with the medical and consent forms, and bring it with you to a junior coaching session or post it to the Junior Convenor at the details provided. 11

12 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Junior Registration Form First Name Second (Family) Name Address Post Code Home Telephone Number Mobile Telephone Number Address Date of Birth School Emergency Contact Name and Relationship to you e.g. mother Emergency Contact Phone Number 2nd Emergency Contact Phone Number 12

13 Templates and Resources Template: Medical Consent Form Consent to Medical Treatment The following information and consent is requested to ensure the health and well-being of all children and vulnerable adult s participating in XX Cricket Club s activities. The information contained in this form is confidential and will only be used to safeguard and promote the child/vulnerable adult s health and well-being should the need arise. Name of child/vulnerable adult: Date of Birth: Name of GP: GP Address: GP Surgery Telephone: Please provide details of any pre-existing medical conditions that may affect the child/vulnerable adult s participation in the activity/event programme: Details of medication or treatment required: Details of any existing injuries (include when injury occurred and treatment received): Details of any allergies, including allergies to medication: Parent/Guardian/Legal Carer I, (name of parent/guardian/legal carer) consent to (name of child/vulnerable adult) receiving medical treatment, including anaesthetic, which the medical authorities present consider necessary. I undertake to inform XX Cricket Club should any of the information contained in this form change Signature: Name: Relationship to child/vulnerable adult: Date: 13

14 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Template: Consent Form for the use of Photographs Consent Form for the use of photographs, film or video recordings of children or vulnerable adults. XX Cricket Club is committed to the protection of children and vulnerable adults involved in sport. In accordance with its Child and Vulnerable Adults Protection Policy and procedures where possible we will not permit photographs, film or video or other images of children or other vulnerable adults to be taken or used without the consent of the child/vulnerable adult and their parent/guardian or carers. XX Cricket Club will take all reasonable measures to ensure these images and used solely for the purposes for which they are intended. If you become aware these images are being used inappropriately you should inform XX Cricket Club s Child Protection Officer immediately. XX Cricket Club reserve the right at all times to prohibit the use of photography, film or video at any activity with which it is associated. Child/Vulnerable Adult I, (child/vulnerable adult) consent to photographing, filming or videoing my involvement in XX Cricket Club activities Signature: Name: Date: Parent/Guardian/Carer I, (parent/guardian/carer) consent to XX Cricket Club photographing, filming or videoing (child/vulnerable adult s name) involvement in XX Cricket Club activities Signature: Name: Relationship to child/vulnerable adult: Date: 14

15 Templates and Resources Template: Attendance Register NAME OF CLUB: Name(s) of coach(s): Venue: PERFORMER DETAILS Name and Address Emergency Contact Number Date of Birth Important Medical Information Attendance 15

16 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Template: Risk Assessment Form Name of person completing assessment Date of assessment Venue Activity to take place Risk Likelihood of risk (1-3) 1 = unlikely, 3 very likely Impact of risk (1-3) 1 = low impact, 3= large impact Risk rating (likelihood x impact) Actions taken to manage risk 16

17 Templates and Resources Template: Cricket Incident Report Form Site where incident or accident took place:.. Name of person in charge: Name of injured person:.. Address of injured person:..... Date and time of incident or accident:..... Nature of incident or accident:.... Give details of how and precisely where the incident or accident took place. Describe what activity was taking place, e.g. training game, getting changed, etc Give full details of the action taken including any first aid treatment and the name(s) of the first aider(s):.... Were any of the following contacted: Police: Yes No Ambulance: Yes No Parent/carer: Yes No What happened to the injured person following the incident or accident? (e.g. went home, went to hospital, carried on with session):. All of the above facts are a true and accurate record of the incident or accident. SIGNED:... DATE:... Name:... 17

18 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Example: 5-Year Cricket Development Plan Summary Vision Underarm CC to be a top three Premier League cricket club that offers excellent playing, training, and social opportunities for members at all levels Strategic Goals Goal 1: 1 st Team To consistently challenge in the top 3 of the Premier League and be a desirable team to join Goal 2: Player Recruitment and Retention To have a strong junior and senior playing membership that grows at a sustainable level Goal 3: Player Development To have the best player development system of any club in the area Goal 4: Coaching To provide a comprehensive coach development programme that drives excellence in performance Goal 5: Facilities and Equipment To have training and playing facilities that are the envy of all clubs in the area Key Actions Key Actions Key Actions Key Actions Key Actions 1.1 Appoint a captain committed to the team for 2/3 seasons 2.1 Grow junior player numbers at a sustainable level with focus on girls and entry level 3.1 All junior teams to have qualified coaches 4.1 All coaches to be qualified at the appropriate level 5.1 Develop a new ground that ranks as one of the best in the league 1.2 All 1 st XI squad members to train twice a week 2.2 Develop a strong link with a local high school within the community 3.2 Develop a Club Coaching Philosophy and Policy that s communicated to parents and coaches 4.2 Provide teams to coach for interested coaches and/ or other school coaching opportunities 5.2 Provide improved playing facilities for the 3 rd and 4 th teams 1.3 All first team squad members available for minimum 16 games per season 2.3 To retain over 85% of junior players each year 3.3 Implement an Emerging Players Programme that accelerates the development of our best young players 4.3 Provide In- House Coach development opportunities for our coaches 5.3 Develop new practice nets at Underarm CC 1.4 Improve planning and communication around team culture, tactics etc 2.4 To retain our elite junior players at the club 3.4 Implement a structured winter programme for our hardball teams that takes a holistic approach to development 4.4 Provide mentors and support for coaches at the club 5.4 Invest in necessary equipment for the club to improve trainings 18

19 Templates and Resources 1.5 To promote development of young players by having at least two U19 players in the team 2.5 Attract promising young cricketers from the surrounding area to the club 3.5 Develop a basic scouting system that provides feedback to players, coaches and selection committee 1.6 Attract quality players to the first team to continue to strengthen the squad 2.6 Maintain our senior playing numbers at XXX or above 3.6 Provide some high level training opportunities for our best players to show intent in helping them improve 1.7 Provide structured winter programme to improve skills 1.8 Develop a clear selection policy that guides decisions for the season Key Targets by 2017 Key Targets by 2017 Key Targets by 2017 Key Targets by 2017 Key Targets by Underarm CC 1 st team to consistently finish in the top three of the Premier Division 1. Junior membership to increase to 200 with teams at every age group level and one girls team 1. Underarm CC to be contributing a minimum of 5 boys and 2 girls players to junior rep squads each season 1. All junior teams to finish in the top two of their competitions each season 1. Underarm CC to have moved to their new ground that s ranked as one of the best in the premier division 2. Underarm CC to have won the Premier Division title 2. Senior membership to increase to 60 with 4 Saturday, 2 Sunday, and 1 Women s teams 2. Underarm CC to have 2/3 senior players involved in Pro Series teams 2. All hardball coaches to be minimum Level Two and the club to have 2 Level Three Coaches 2. Old ground to be maintained as excellent 3rd/4th team and junior cricket venue 3. Underarm CC to have won the T20 competition 3. Underarm CC to have 3 teams in the top 5 divisions of ESCA 19

20 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Example: Action Plan The plan of action formally identifies and prioritises the club s aims. The Plan should be used to establish the timescales, personnel and costs for each aim. This plan may be used as a business plan when applying for some funding grants. Example of an Action Plan: Target / Aim Action How will it be achieved? Timescale When will it be achieved? Led by Who is responsible? Impact Money, time, people, facilities Job descriptions for all staff Use the templates provided in Club Development Pack as a guideline to write individual job descriptions Discuss the job description with each individual to ensure that they are happy to carry out the tasks identified Sept 2013 Secretary & Chairman Additional staff meetings 1hr per week 2 child & vulnerable adult protection officers Identify 1 female & 1 male club representative to take up position of child protection officer. Both attend In Safe Hands Club Child Protection Officer Workshop workshop Dec 2013 Secretary/ current child protection officer 20 x 2 At least 2 to attend Safeguarding & Protecting Children basic awareness workshop Identify suitable club representatives to attend workshop Identify date of next local course Establish a training budget to subsidise all course fees Dec 2013 Secretary 20 x 2 Produce child & vulnerable protection policy Use template provided in Dev. Pack as guideline. Discuss with those who have attended workshop Copy and distribute to parent and put on club notice board Dec 2013 Committee/ Child Protection Officers 5 photocopy costs & 1 hr admin. time 20

21 Templates and Resources Example: Coach Development Plan Vision: To recruit, retain and develop coaches to the best of our ability each year in order to provide a quality coaching environment at all levels Objective Action Responsibility Time Resource Recruit new coaches to the club on a regular basis Approach senior club members and parents of juniors to assist with coaching Run a Club Introduction Night for Juniors at the start of the season and recruit parents from this 1 st team players to attend junior trainings on rotation as part of commitment to the club 2 players attend each week Approach local high school about running a Sport Leaders Programme and recruit new coaches from this Coach Coordinator Junior Convenor 1 st Team Captain/Junior Convenor Junior Convenor Club Committee Coach Coordinator February April March January Off-season On-going Produce a Coaching Philosophy document for the club that can be communicated with all stakeholders Database all active and qualified coaches and keep in regular contact with them Retain coaches at the club so we have continuity Align coaches with teams appropriate to their level Run Coach Meetings twice a season to get feedback and deal with any issues Coach Coordinator to be present at trainings to offer support and feedback throughout the season Provide a small gift to all coaches at the end of the season to thank them for their assistance Produce a Coaching Plan for summer and winter coaching to help guide coaches and give them ideas for trainings Coach Coordinator/ Junior Convenor Coach Coordinator Coach Coordinator Junior Convenor Club Coach & Coach Coordinator March April & June On-going End August Dec winter March summer 21

22 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Develop our coaches so we provide our players with the best coaching possible Register coaches on appropriate courses each year. Targets 2 x Level 3 coaches at the club Level 2 coaches with all hardball teams All coach assistants and managers to have been through minimum ICC Intro Course Train 5 Parents on Kwik Cricket Managers course each year host at club Club to assist with all course costs Junior Convenor Junior Convenor Coach Coordinator and Club Coach On-going On-going April July January Club to provide 3 x Coach Workshops run by the Level 3 coaches to show best practice and ideas for other club coaches Junior Convenor Junior Convenor On-going On-going All coaches and managers to have attended a Safeguarding course within the last 2 years Club to have minimum 5 First Aiders 22

23 Templates and Resources Pitch and Ball Recommendations for Junior Cricket Age Group Hard Ball Pitch Soft Ball Pitch Can be varied depending on ball type and available space Under oz 16 yards Kwik Max 14 yards Under oz 18 yards Kwik 15 yards Under oz 19 yards Kwik 16 yards Under oz 20 yards Kwik 16 yards Under oz 21 yards Cricket Factory Cup Max 20 yards Under oz 21 yards Cricket Factory Cup Max 20 yards Under 14 Boys 5.5 oz 22 yards Cricket Factory Cup Max 20 yards Girls 5.0 oz Under 15 Boys 5.5 oz 22 yards Girls 5.0 oz 23

24 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Junior Cricket Recommendations Bowling regulations To ensure that young fast bowlers do not place undue stress on their bodies, every attempt must be made to keep the amount of bowling within reasonable limits. The following Directives provide sensible playing and training levels. These figures are based on players bowling in no more than 3 matches or practice session per week for age groups up to and including U15, and 4 matches or practice sessions per week for age groups up to and including U19. Players can play in other matches provided they DO NOT BOWL. DIRECTIVES FOR MATCHES (Maximums) Age group Overs per spell Overs per day Up to U14, U U16, U U18, U DIRECTIVES FOR PRACTICE SESSIONS Age Group Balls Per Session Sessions per Week Up to U14, U U16, U U18, U Fielding Regulations For reference, the Fielding Regulations are as follows: No young player in the Under 15 age group or younger shall be allowed to field closer than 8 yards (7.3 metres) from the middle stump, except behind the wicket on the off side, until the batsman has played at the ball. For players in the Under 13 age group and below the distance is 11 yards (10 metres). These minimum distances apply even if the player is wearing a helmet. Should a young player in these age groups come within the restricted distance the umpire must stop the game immediately and instruct the fielder to move back. In addition any young player in the Under 16 to Under 18 age groups, who has not reached the age of 18, must wear a helmet and, for boys, an abdominal protector (box) when fielding within 6 yards (5.5 metres) of the bat, except behind the wicket on the off side. Players should wear appropriate protective equipment whenever they are fielding in a position where they feel at risk. 24

25 Cricket Working in Partnership with Primary Schools Cricket Working in Partnership with Primary Schools Cricket Scotland is working in partnership with Primary Schools to enhance schools facilities and programmes, and create sustainable partnerships between Primary Schools and Cricket Clubs. Promoting cricket development opportunities and physical activity are at the heart of this partnership. 25

26 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Cricket Working in Partnership with Primary Schools Guidance Notes Cricket Scotland and Cricket Club are working in partnership on a local innovative scheme with Primary School, for the benefit of all parties. The aims of this partnership are: 1. To ensure children and staff are enthused by cricket and become actively involved 2. To foster sustainable partnerships between local cricket clubs and Primary Schools 3. To promote health and well-being through physical activity at local Primary Schools 4. To assist in the delivery of Key Stage 1 and 2 outcomes for PE and in the development of staff. What can Cricket offer? Agreed Qualified Cricket Coaches attending school to deliver P3 Cricket Factory Cricket Programme in curriculum time Qualified Cricket Coaches attending school to deliver P6 Kwik Cricket Cricket Programme in curriculum time Qualified Cricket Coaches attending school to deliver extra-curricular activities as part of an after-school club Competition opportunities in the form of School Cluster Kwik Cricket Festivals Opportunity to enter the ASDA National Primary Schools Kwik Cricket competition play in local, regional and national basis Make available Cricket Factory P3 Cricket Resource for the school that focuses on core PE outcomes at Key Stage 1 for PE Make available Kwik Cricket P6 Cricket resource for the school that focuses on core PE outcomes at Key Stage 2 for PE Staff CPD opportunity through the provision of Cricket Scotland Primary School Teacher Training Workshop ICC Introduction to Cricket Award offered to staff at the school Advice on grant aid for provision of cricket facilities at schools Equipment support through Lords Taverners and advice on accessing this 26

27 Cricket Working in Partnership with Primary Schools What is expected in return from Primary Schools? Agreed Cricket to become more prominent in curriculum delivery and during free play time Allow delivery of P3 and/or P6 Cricket Programme in the curriculum Teachers to attend CPD opportunity provided by club/cricket Scotland School to enter Kwik Cricket team(s) in local cluster festival provided by local club School to enter ASDA National Primary Schools Competition School to establish an after-school cricket club on site (if appropriate) Build and maintain a good relationship with the local cricket club School to ensure Cricket equipment is available for children to use in free time What is expected of the cricket clubs? Agreed Establish, build and maintain the relationship with Primary School Identify a specific person to liaise with the school on a regular basis and meet formally twice a year To report back to the Regional Participation Manager (RPO) twice annually on the delivery and relationship with the school To ensure all coaches delivering in the school are fully qualified and meet all child protection requirements Provide a Kwik Cricket Festival playing opportunity for their local schools To provide information and opportunities for school children to join their cricket club To assist with additional coaching where needed and appropriate 27

28 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack At a meeting on (date) between: (RPM, CDO or Cricket Coach) (Head Teacher/PE Specialist/Teacher) (Cricket Club Rep) The following Key Action Points were agreed: Key Action Points Agreed Responsibility Completed by Key Contact Details: Key Personnel Name Phone CDO/RPM Teacher Cricket Club Rep Cricket Coach Other Please ensure a copy of this completed document is given to all involved parties 28

29 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Cricket Scotland is working in partnership with Secondary Schools to enhance schools facilities and programmes, and create sustainable partnerships between Secondary Schools and Cricket Clubs. Promoting cricket development opportunities and physical activity are at the heart of this partnership. 29

30 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Guidance Notes Cricket Scotland and Cricket Club are working in partnership on a local innovative scheme with Secondary School, for the benefit of all parties. The aims of this partnership are: 1. To ensure children and staff are enthused by cricket and become actively involved 2. To foster sustainable partnerships between local cricket clubs and Secondary Schools 3. To promote health and well-being through physical activity at local Secondary Schools 4. To assist in the delivery of Key Stage XX outcomes for PE and in the development of staff. What can Cricket offer? Agreed Qualified Cricket Coaches attending school to deliver Skills Awards Programme in curriculum time at S1 and S3 level Make available the Cricket Skills Awards resource, equipment and certificates to deliver the programme in their school Qualified Cricket Coaches attending school to deliver extra-curricular activities as part of an after-school club. Can be linked to coaching a team to enter in a national schools cricket competition Opportunity to enter the Cricket Factory Cup Competition - national modified cricket competition that s played on a local, regional and national basis Opportunity to enter the Secondary Schools Cup National Finals Competition national T20 hardball cricket competition played on a local, regional and national basis Staff CPD opportunity through the provision of Cricket Scotland Secondary School Teacher Training Workshop ICC Introduction to Cricket Award offered to staff at the school Advice on grant aid for provision of cricket facilities at schools Opportunities at the local cricket club for interested students to join the club Opportunity to put school players forward for Sports Academy Programmes and regional academies Equipment support through Lords Taverners and advice on accessing this Deliver a Young Leaders Module for senior students at the school that is cricket-based, links with the cricket club and meets key learning outcomes 30

31 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools What is expected in return from Secondary Schools? Agreed Cricket to become more prominent in curriculum delivery and during free play time Allow delivery of Cricket Skills Awards Programme at S1 and/or S3 level in the curriculum Teachers to attend CPD opportunity provided by club/cricket Scotland School to enter team in Secondary Schools Cup National T20 Cricket Competition School to enter team in Cricket Factory Cup (modified cricket) National Schools Competition School to establish an after-school cricket club on site (if appropriate) Build and maintain a good relationship with the local cricket club School to ensure Cricket equipment is available to students to use in free time Allow club/cs to run cricket Young Leaders Module if interest is there Put school students forward for Sports Academies and Regional Academies that they may be eligible for Allow local cricket club to promote opportunities with the students at the school What is expected of the cricket clubs? Agreed Establish, build and maintain the relationship with Secondary School Identify a specific person to liaise with the school on a regular basis and meet formally twice a year To report back to the Regional Participation Manager (RPO) twice annually on the delivery and relationship with the school To ensure all coaches delivering in the school are fully qualified and meet all child protection requirements Provide coaching assistance if needed for school teams competing in National Schools Cricket Competitions To provide information and opportunities for school children to join their cricket club To assist with delivery of staff CPD and Young Leaders Module where appropriate 31

32 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack At a meeting on (date) between: (RPM, CDO or Cricket Coach) (Head Teacher/PE Specialist/Teacher) (Cricket Club Rep) The following Key Action Points were agreed: Key Action Points Agreed Responsibility Completed by Key Contact Details: Key Personnel Name Phone CDO/RPM Teacher Cricket Club Rep Cricket Coach Other Please ensure a copy of this completed document is given to all involved parties 32

33 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Template: Code of Conduct for Safeguarding Children in Sport A Code of Conduct has a number of important functions. It: sets out what behaviour is acceptable and unacceptable defines standards of practice expected from those to whom it applies forms the basis for challenging and improving practice helps to safeguard staff/volunteers by encouraging them to adhere to agreed standards of practice sets out for children and parents/carers the standards of practice which they and the organisation should expect from those who work/volunteer with children. [Organisation name] supports and requires all members to observe the following standards of practice, including verbal and non-verbal actions when involved in activities with children. All concerns about breach of this Code of Conduct will be taken seriously and responded to in line with [Organisation name]complaints Policy *, Performance Management *, Disciplinary Procedure and/or Procedure for Responding to Concerns about Child Abuse *. GOOD PRACTICE Make sport fun, enjoyable and promote fair play. Treat all children equally, with respect, dignity and fairness. Involve parents/carers wherever possible. Build balanced relationships based on mutual trust. Include children in the decision-making process wherever possible. Always work in an open environment, wherever possible. Avoid private or unobserved situations. Put the welfare of each child first before winning or achieving performance goals. Be an excellent role model including not smoking or drinking alcohol in the company of children. Give enthusiastic and constructive feedback rather than negative criticism. Recognise the developmental needs and capacity of children. Avoid excessive training and competition, pushing children against their will and putting undue pressure on them. PRACTICE TO BE AVOIDED In the context of your role within [Organisation name], the following should be avoided: Having favourites this could lead to resentment and jealousy by other children and could be misinterpreted by others. Spending excessive amounts of time alone with children away from others. * delete as appropriate to your organisation 33

34 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Entering children s bedrooms on trips away from home, unless in an emergency situation or in the interest of health and safety. If it is necessary to enter rooms, knock and say that you are coming in. The door should remain open, if appropriate. Where possible, doing things of a personal nature for children that they can do for themselves. UNACCEPTABLE PRACTICE In the context of your role within [Organisation name], the following practices are unacceptable: Engaging in sexually provocative games, including horseplay. Engaging in rough or physical contact unless it is permitted within the rules of the game or competition. Forming intimate emotional, physical or sexualrelationships with children. Allowing or engaging in touching a child in a sexually suggestive manner. Allowing children to swear or use sexualised language unchallenged. Making sexually suggestive comments to a child, even in fun. Reducing a child to tears as a form of control. Allowing allegations made by a child to go unchallenged, unrecorded or not acted upon. Inviting or allowing children to stay with you at your home. A Coach and/or other leader sharing a room alone with a child. Sign-up: I have read and agree to abide by this Code of Conduct I have also read and agree to abide by the [Organisation Name] s Child Protection Policy, Procedures and Guidelines. Name of staff member/volunteer: Date signed: Witnessed by: (Child Protection Officer, if possible) Date signed: 34

35 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Template: Code of Conduct for Junior Members NAME OF CLUB: NAME OF CLUB is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of all its members. The club believes that it is important that members, coaches, administrators and parents associated with the club should, at all times, show respect and understanding for the safety and welfare of others. Therefore, members are encouraged to be open at all times and to share any concerns or complaints that they may have about any aspect of the club with NAME AND POSITION. As a member of NAME OF CLUB you are expected to abide by the following junior code of conduct: All members must play within the rules and respect officials and their decisions. All members must respect the rights, dignity and worth of all participants regardless of gender, ability, cultural background or religion. Members should keep to agreed timings for training and competitions or inform their coach or team manager if they are going to be late. Members must wear suitable kit LIST COMPULSORY ITEMS for training and match sessions, as agreed with the coach/team manager. Members must pay any fees for training or events promptly. Junior members are not allowed to smoke on club premises or whilst representing the club at competitions. Junior members are not allowed to consume alcohol or drugs of any kind on the club premises or whilst representing the club. 35

36 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Template: Code of Conduct for Parents and Carers NAME OF CLUB Encourage your child to learn the rules and play within them Discourage unfair play and arguing with officials Help your child to recognise good performance, not just results Never force your child to take part in sport Set a good example by recognising fair play and applauding good performances of all Never punish or belittle a child for losing or making mistakes Publicly accept officials judgements Support your child s involvement and help them to enjoy their sport Use correct and proper language at all times Encourage and guide performers to accept responsibility for their own performance and behaviour. 36

37 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Role Description Template - Chair Person The template below provides some ideas for the type of skills and duties that can be included on a job description for a Chair Person. The duties should be amended, improved, added to or deleted to suit the circumstances of the club, but in particular to suit the person taking on the job e.g. their current commitments, skills, time constraints etc. ROLE TITLE: RESPONSIBLE TO: SKILLS REQUIRED: Chair Person The Club Executive Committee Enthusiastic Well organised Prepared to make a regular time commitment Prepared to make instant decisions when necessary Confident at some public speaking and keeping order during meetings. MAIN DUTIES: 1) Take responsibility for managing the executive committee and the affairs of the club 2) Oversee and guide all decisions taken by the executive committee and sub committees 3) In liaison with key volunteers oversee the work of all officers 4) In conjunction with the secretary, prepare and present the annual report 5) Liaise with the secretary on the Agenda for each meeting and approve the minutes before they are circulated 6) Be completely familiar with the constitution, club rules, committee procedures and the NGB rules and regulations 7) Liaise with the Treasurer to ensure that funds are spent properly and in the best interests of the club 8) If unable to attend any committee meeting, a written report should be sent to the meeting and the Vice Chairman briefed on the Agenda. TIME COMMITMENT: SIGNATURES: Chair Person... Date... Secretary... Date... 37

38 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Role Description Template - Treasurer The template below provides some ideas for the type of skills and duties that can be included on a job description for a Treasurer. The duties should be amended, improved, added to or deleted to suit the circumstances of the club, but in particular to suit the person taking on the job e.g. their current commitments, skills, time constraints etc. ROLE TITLE: RESPONSIBLE TO: SKILLS REQUIRED: Treasurer The Club Management Committee Well organised Able to keep records Confident about handling figures and money Honest Prepared to make a regular time commitment. MAIN DUTIES: 1) Responsible for the club finances 2) Deal efficiently and effectively with all invoices and bills 3) Keep up to date records of all the financial transactions 4) Ensure that funds are spent properly 5) Issue receipts and record all money received 6) Attend committee meetings and present the budget report 7) Prepare the end of year accounts to present to the auditors 8) In agreement with the committee plan the annual budget and monitor it. TIME COMMITMENT: SIGNATURES: Treasurer... Date... Chair Person... Date... 38

39 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Role Description Template - Club Child Protection Officer The Club Child Protection Officer will: Responsibilities Implement the SGB child protection policy and procedures. Encourage good practice by promoting and championing the child protection policy and procedures. Monitor and review the child protection policy and procedures to ensure they remain current and fit for purpose. Regularly report to the Management/Committee/Board. Raise awareness of the Club Child Protection Officer role to parents/carers, adults, and children involved in the club. Raise awareness of the Code of Conduct for working with children to parents/carers, adults and children involved in the club. Challenge behaviour which breaches the Code of Conduct. Keep abreast of developments in the field of child protection by liaising with the SGB Child Protection Officer, attending relevant training or events and subscribing to the Safeguarding in Sport newsletter. Organise/signpost appropriate training for all adults working/volunteering with children in the club. Establish and maintain contact with local statutory agencies including the police and social services. Respond appropriately to disclosures or concerns which relate to the well-being of a child. Maintain confidential records of reported cases and action taken. Person Specification The ability to build relationships with club members, parents/carers, children and the SGB Child Protection Officer. An interest in the well-being and safeguarding of children and child protection matters A willingness to challenge opinion, where necessary, and to drive the child protection agenda. Strong listening skills and the ability to deal with sensitive situations with integrity. The confidence and good judgment to manage situations relating to the poor conduct/behaviour of others towards a child. Skills/Experience Attend relevant training to fulfil the role of Club Child Protection Officer. Experience of working with children. 39

40 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Role Description Template - Health and Safety Coordinator The template below provides some ideas for the type of skills and duties that can be included on a role description for a Health and Safety Coordinator. The duties should be amended, improved, added to or deleted to suit the circumstances of the club, but in particular to suit the person taking on the role e.g. their current commitments, skills, time constraints etc. ROLE TITLE: ROLE INTRO: RESPONSIBLE TO: Health and Safety Coordinator The Health and Safety Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the implementation of the Health and Safety Policy. Chair, Committee and the members of the club SKILLS REQUIRED: Ideally a Health and Safety Coordinator is someone who is: Can communicate effectively Is well organised Has a high level of attention to detail. MAIN DUTIES: Develop (as part of the club plan) the club Health and Safety Policy Implement the Health and Safety Policy by; Manage hazards and remove/minimise/isolate hazards using the Hazard Identification Checklist Ensure all club members/management and other involved parties are aware of the Health and Safety Policy and how to adhere to the health and safety/emergency procedures. Bring to the attention of the president any major health and safety issues on a regular basis Report all major accidents to OSH (if required by law). Oversee the implementation of the strategies in the Health and Safety Policy Submit regular reports to the club committee. TIME COMMITMENT: The estimated time commitment required as the Health and Safety Coordinator of is hours per week. SIGNATURES: Health and Safety Coordinator... Date... Secretary... Date... 40

41 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Role Description Template Publicity Officer The template below provides some ideas for the type of skills and duties that can be included on a job description for a Publicity Officer. The duties should be amended, improved, added to or deleted to suit the circumstances of the club, but in particular to suit the person taking on the job e.g. their current commitments, skills, time constraints etc. ROLE TITLE: RESPONSIBLE TO: SKILLS REQUIRED: Publicity Officer The Club Executive Committee Enthusiastic Well organised Prepared to make a regular time commitment Confident and imaginative. MAIN DUTIES: 1) Take responsibility for publicising the club, its events and members through varied communication methods including social media, club website, local print and radio media 2) Liaise with the Chair Person to promote the Club 3) Build a list of local media contacts 4) Collate the results/match reports and send to the local/ national press, put on website etc 5) Produce press releases/articles to promote and publicise the club 6) Invite the press to attend club events and crucial matches 7) Keep a record of all press cuttings, radio and TV coverage 8) If unable to attend the committee meeting, send a written report to the secretary 9) Liaise with the Sponsorship/Events Officer regarding potential sponsors. TIME COMMITMENT: SIGNATURES: Chair Person... Date... Secretary... Date... 41

42 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Inch Park Community Sports Club Edinburgh South CC - Junior Cricket Development Plan Edinburgh South CC has been a key partner in the Inch Park Community Sports Club since its inception. The movement towards these Club Hubs is strongly supported by sportscotland and local authorities, and is very much the direction sporting provision is heading in Scotland. With the pooling of resources, knowledge and expertise for the overall benefit of a wider sporting community, these Sports Hubs are fast becoming the focal point for local communities and ensuring the long term health and sustainability of sports clubs. Your club may be interested in exploring something like this in your community so here is some background on Edinburgh South CC s involvement, what they ve achieved and where they hope to go. Inch Park Inch Park is the major park serving the south of Edinburgh and serves as a green lung in the heart of the developing south of the city. Inch Park contains 5 sports pitches and major green space areas as well as the Inch House Community Centre in its centre and the Council Nursery. The park has in recent years been subject to vandalism and this culminated in the old changing facility which was in a very poor condition being burnt down by vandals. Inch Park Community Sports Club, with the help of several partners, created a new community sports club facility. This has included the development of a new pavilion with changing accommodation and social space which provides a new club house for the Inch Park pitch facilities and a club home for these teams for the first time at a major sports pitch site in Edinburgh. The site was handed over to IPCSC on an 80 year lease agreement from City of Edinburgh Council to enable IPCSC to build their new home providing a valuable community resource to be managed by the partners making up the IPCSC for the South Edinburgh community. They have a newly laid cricket square and artificial wicket, newly laid football pitches and an international standard rugby pitch currently being laid. Cricket Delivery achievements to date Inch Park Community Sports Club looks to run cricket sessions in the Liberton and Gilmerton area. Traditionally, this is a football area and cricket has not had any presence in the schools until now. They took tentative steps in delivering a cricket programme in two primary schools in saw a slight growth as they introduced a junior section at Edinburgh South CC. For 2012, they were much more ambitious, and the funding from Cricket Scotland Development Trust really helped them get things moving. They ran a series of sessions both in and outside of the schools within Liberton and Gilmerton. The in-school work ran between March 2012 and June These took the form of both curriculum classes, delivered by their coaches, and extra-curricular after school classes. In all, IPCSC delivered sessions in 7 local primary schools and 1 local secondary school across age ranges Altogether, they delivered approximately 16 hours of sessions within the schools each week during this period, with around 700 pupils taking part. They have also delivered a sports leaders programme in the high schools, giving 25 graduating pupils a chance to obtain sporting qualifications, with all the students being put through the Intro to Cricket course. This model, along with the assistance of a community coach and the addition of festival playing opportunities, has been replicated in 2013 with great success to date. With a junior section of 25, and 42

43 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools over 700 kids trying cricket in an area that many children didn t even know what cricket was in 2010, Edinburgh South CC can truly be proud of what they ve achieved so far. What s the plan for the next 3 years Edinburgh South CC and IPCSC have a strong foundation and they ve definitely learnt a few things on how to deliver. With the sharing of ideas and approaches through the IPCSC the cricket club have been able to learn a lot from other sports, particularly Rugby, who have made great strides in the area. One of the key advantages Rugby has been able to have is a permanent, respected, well qualified rugby person in the area. The children and young people have clearly responded to the individual in post. Having the right person and a familiar face is crucial to helping get momentum behind development in the area. Therefore, they are now seeking funding for a three year, part time cricket development officer post in the area. The following objectives will be set against the three-year post: Continue to run the taster sessions in primary and secondary schools, but on a smaller scale, focusing more on the establishment of after-school clubs and school teams that feed into the ESCC junior section Establish cricket teams in five of the eight local primary schools, competing in a round robin competition locally, then entering in the Primary Schools Cup Establishment of a performance group at Liberton High School, starting with 20 S1 pupils in 2014 who will be released by the school for 5 hours a week to be coached in hardball cricket. We will add 20 each year over the three years until we have three squads of 20 young people taking part in a cricket excellence centre at Liberton High School Establishment of a winter programme for all those wishing to improve their cricketing skills throughout the off season, in conjunction with volunteers at ESCC Help establish girls cricket sides in primary and secondary schools where there is an appetite to do so Establish street cricket opportunities using cricket factory and kwik cricket equipment in deprived areas to help engage those hardest to reach. Why they think this will work? Done the Groundwork Inch Park Community Sports Club has a great reputation in the area already. They are well respected in the schools, the community groups and with other local influencers. For example, the secondary school have already agreed to release their most talented pupils for the five hours of coaching a week from non-core subjects, and they already have established after school clubs, with many children and young people experiencing cricket. These additions are a natural progression. Have the Facilities The club have ensured that cricket equipment is already in many of the local primary schools. They have an established turf cricket square which they maintain at Liberton High School, and one turf and one artificial wicket, along with two outdoor nets at Inch Park and they are currently in the process of getting planning permission for an indoor facility. In addition to all this they have access to a full sized indoor space at Liberton High School and many smaller halls at local primary schools. Have resources to support it IPCSC have a Community Development Manager to help support all their programmes coupled with a very proactive, experienced board that are determined to make things happen. Throughout this evolution they have gained the full support of key partners both at Cricket Scotland and City of Edinburgh Council, along with the many local schools who have a vested interest in the success of the programme. 43

44 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack Have a track record IPCSC has delivered a lot over the last few years, thanks to a set of committed volunteers and workers all sharing in a vision. If they get funding and resources, they deliver the outcomes they say they will. Most importantly, they understand their area well. They know the needs of the young people, the volunteers, the schools and the community groups in South Edinburgh. They have set ambitious goals, but they are achievable and based on real needs. That s why they strongly believe that they can deliver on their plan. Summary Inch Park Community Sports Club and Edinburgh South CC are making a hugely positive impact on the whole community in South Edinburgh. The strides the cricket club have been able to make in such a short period of time could never have been achieved without the support and influence of the IPCSC. And conversely, IPCSC would never have existed without the individual clubs in the area and their recognition of a better way forward. As part of the partnership, ESCC are on the board, provide volunteers and coaches to help with the delivery of sessions in schools and at festivals and contribute to the overall running of the facility, both in time and fundraising. There s no doubt that this model works very much on the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. Here s hoping IPCSC and Edinburgh South CC continue to work together for the benefit of the whole community. There s no doubt in my mind that this community focused approached is one of the most effective models for the long term sustainability and health of our cricket clubs. 44

45 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools Hawick and Wilton CC Schools Kwik Cricket Competition Introduction This month we will be looking at the first of what will hopefully be many examples of excellent grassroots cricket programmes happening in the East of Scotland. The Schools Kwik Cricket Competition run by Hawick & Wilton CC in conjunction with Active Schools has been a long running success story in the Borders. The outstanding work of the volunteers at the club and the local Active Schools Coordinator has seen junior cricket in the town flourish. I hope the Hawick & Wilton CC story will inspire other clubs in the region to look at how they can make more of a difference in their communities. Here s their story. Background Hawick & Wilton CC started their Saturday Morning Kwik Cricket Competition 7 years ago and in hindsight, it s been the best addition to the club that many can remember. Like many success stories, it all started when the club was at a significant low point. The club had recognised that there was a severe lack of junior cricketers coming through; they had no junior section and 2 promising players that they did have were threatening to join a rival club. We can put the clubs precarious position down to many things changes in society, more choice for kids, perceptions of cricket, the weather but the club felt that these were just excuses, and instead of pointing the finger, they recognised that the problem was theirs and that they wanted to do something about it. After looking into it they soon realised that they simply weren t doing enough to make cricket accessible, fun, and most importantly, a realistic choice for the kids to play - cricket just wasn t on the radar enough to compete with other sports. Hawick & Wilton CC decided they had to change this and the club had to do it themselves if they wanted the long term benefit. What they did The committee decided that the club needed more presence in the local schools. This was logical as school is a ready-made market for cricket clubs and gave them easy access to large numbers of children in the area. It was also decided that kids want to play regular games they love competition. So a combined strategy of introducing cricket in the schools and then providing a great playing opportunity for kids of all levels was the logical way forward. With schools being a crucial part of the concept, the club approached Active Schools to help with the project, and luckily for them, the local coordinator was extremely proactive and supported the concept wholeheartedly. Paul Scott, the local Active Schools Coordinator, helped the club focus their strategy that was built around 5 key areas: 1. Club led delivery 2. School led after school clubs to supplement delivery 3. Primary School League Competition 4. Providing a constant avenue to progress to the club s junior section 5. Extending the programme to include a Girl s Festival to continue to raise the profile and opportunities in cricket. There was a strong belief that school buy in was crucial to any long term impact of the programme. The club decided that students would feel more comfortable coming down on a Saturday morning to a competition as part of a school team made up of friends and people they know, rather than just as an individual and then being put into a team with strangers. The strong identity of each school team 45

46 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack was an added bonus and there s no doubt it helped create a healthy competitive element to the competition. With the concept agreed the club then had to decide the details and how to best go about making it happen. First thing they realised is that the club didn t really have any qualified coaches and that was a must if they were going to run a competition and go into schools to deliver cricket lessons. That winter they identified 4 club members willing to be involved and sent them all on a Level One Coaching Course. They now had a small pool of coaches to start from. The club then had the small matter of getting access to the schools to coach the children and sell the concept of the School Cricket Competition. At this point, having the support and expertise of the local Active Schools Coordinator was invaluable. With the assistance of Paul Scott at Active Schools, the programme was set up where qualified club coaches would go into every local primary school in the Hawick cluster to deliver a 4-6 week block of cricket between January and April each year. Paul put together a timetable for all school visits (see Appendix A) and also incorporated into the programme after school clubs that would be school-led. Paul was extremely helpful in facilitating the buy in from the schools and negotiating their commitment to providing staff support. This was a very important component as in the long term it was quickly realised that the handful of club coaches couldn t do everything. Therefore, identifying a cricket contact at the school that was willing to make it work was a key moment in the development of the programme. With the school coaching now set up the other part of the equation was the organisation of the schools competition. Once again Active Schools was integral in assisting in making this happen. An invitation letter and entry form (see Appendix B) for the competition was sent to all the schools with a deadline date to enter school teams. Entries were then received and a league draw was drawn up and distributed to all schools, coaches and volunteers. The competition would run on consecutive Saturday mornings from am at Hawick & Wilton CC, starting towards the end of April and finishing with a finals day in early June. The details for entry included: The school teams could be made up of boys and girls from P4-7 Schools could enter as many teams as they wanted They could choose their team name Teams made up of 8 players Every team had to have a teacher or parent volunteer with them. Everything else the club supplied. The club groundsman cut cricket pitches at the club ground for the games; they secured funding to buy numerous sets of Kwik Cricket gear to run the games; club coaches came down to assist with umpiring and coaching; they sourced a sponsor that provided refreshments every week for the kids and also a trophy for the winning team and medals for every kid that took part. As you will have worked out this was a great success. They had 8 school teams in the first year with teachers and volunteers all down on a Saturday morning giving up their time to play and be involved with cricket. The competition has steadily grown with 12 teams now playing regularly and over 100 kids playing cricket regularly on a Saturday morning while representing their school. The follow on from this has been the constant reminder to all children involved that Hawick & Wilton CC holds their junior cricket coaching on Tuesday evenings at the club. They have consistently had new juniors to the club each year which has been fantastic, and with the programme now running for 7 years, the first of these children have now started graduating to adult cricket for the club. To further progress their junior programme the club has now run a Girl s Kwik Cricket Festival for the last 2 years to encourage more girls to get involved in cricket with the goal of starting a girls junior section at the club. Both festivals have had over 35 girls take part on the day and opportunities for girls are now starting to be realised. 46

47 Cricket Working in Partnership with Secondary Schools In asking the Junior Convenor at Hawick & Wilton CC, Allan Moffat, and Paul Scott from Active Schools, to reflect on the programme they provided the below summary of successes, challenges and costs that clubs could encounter in setting something like this up. Key Successes 1. Around children aged p4-7 playing cricket every Saturday morning over an 8 week period, year on year for the past 7 years 2. Approximately kids progressing to the club each year and some now 7 years on playing adult cricket 3. Increased curricular, and importantly for Active Schools and the club, extra-curricular cricket opportunities 4. Formal school to club link: Hawick and Wilton CC to 9 cluster primary schools 5. Increased volunteer database of teachers, school staff, parents, coaches, senior pupils working within the cluster 6. Hawick teams going on to represent the Borders at National finals tournaments - Denholm PS coming 7th in Issues or challenges Costs 1. Making sure the cricket league doesn t clash with other sporting opportunities e.g. Junior football leagues or local yearly festivals e.g. Common Ridings 2. Need to have a school contact for cricket within each school to steer the impact cricket can have. Otherwise it isn t sustainable and too much for one ASC or a few club volunteers - schools have to buy in to make it a success 3. Club must have the coaches available to support the programme as club led is the best way crucial to have a familiar face when kids make the transition from school to club 4. School curricular/ ex-curricular delivery - need 4-6 club coaches minimum 5. School led after school clubs - need one school coach (teacher or parent volunteer) per school for maximum sustainability 6. Primary League require the following: 1 team manager per team every week Umpires for each pitch depending on teams entered Other volunteers to set up pitches/ manage teas, coffees, juice, crisps. 1. N/A to be honest - all volunteer led and ASC supported, time more than anything 2. Ensure the club and schools have enough Kwik cricket equipment for delivery 3. Some schools have bought their own cricket jerseys 4. Juice/crisps each league morning - sponsored 5. Medals/ trophies on finals day - sponsored. Summary The Hawick Schools Kwik Cricket Competition has now become an institution in the area. It has put cricket back on the map and by working closely with the schools they ve been able to get access to the kids and support from teachers that they never thought possible. The club s reputation has been hugely enhanced within the community and they now have a steady stream of youngsters coming into the club. However, a lot of hard work and effort from volunteers, particularly Allan Moffat who has been the major driver behind junior cricket, has been required to make the programme work. The club 47

48 Club Cricket Junior Section Starter Pack also realises that they can t afford to sit back and admire what they ve done and they need to keep putting in the hard work year after year for the long term sustainability of the club. For those worried about the extra commitment involved in starting a competition like this the club simply say that it s now just part of what they do. Yes, there s extra effort needed from volunteers at the club, particularly at the start, but with the help of the right people it s easily achievable, and there s no doubt that the benefits to the club far outweigh any negatives. I will leave the last words to Allan Moffat after talking to him at their recent Girl s Cricket Festival, as they seem to sum up the attitude of Hawick & Wilton CC I know I do over and above what normal volunteers do but I love it. I want to get to the stage where we have youngsters who have come through this programme moving into the senior team and then telling me to move aside old man so they can take on the programme for the next generation. When that happens I ll be a happy man. Witherby Publishing Group and Core Competency Services & Training Pvt Ltd are proud to support Cricket Scotland 48