How old do I need to be to play?

The All Girls Cricket Competition has four age groups - Under 12 & Under 14 (Wednesday games) Under 16 (Sunday games) & Under 18 (Tuesday games). The age cut off date is 1st September.

Do I need experience?

Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join although the following will give an indication of the experience required:

●      You may have been playing backyard cricket with siblings and/or friends

●      You may have gone through the Blaster programs and be ready for the next step

●      You may be playing Club cricket already

●      You may be playing at school and want to play Club cricket

●      NOTE: If you would like to start playing cricket, please contact your local club to find out about their Junior and Master Blaster programs.

When will the season start?

Under 12 & Under 14 (Wednesday games)

Pre Christmas dates: 16 October 2024 to 18 October 2024

Post Christmas dates: 22 January 2025 to 12 March 2025*

Under 16 (Sunday games)

Pre Christmas dates: 13 October 2024 to 15 December 2024 (No game 3 November 2024)

Post Christmas dates: 19 January 2025 to 16 March 2025* (No game 26 January 2025)

Under 18 (Tuesday games)

Pre Christmas dates: 22 October 2024 to 17 December 2024 (No game 5 November 2024)

Post Christmas dates: 21 January 2025 to 11 March 2025*

*Finals series dates included

Where will the games be played?

The games will be played as a home and away fixture. The grounds for the competition will be determined before the season commences.

What will be the format of the games?

18 overs each team

Under 12 Wednesday games – Stage 1

20 overs each team

Under 14 Wednesday games – Stage 1 and Stage 2

Under 16 Sunday games – Stage 2 and Stage 3

Under 18 Tuesday games - Stage 3

*Season 2016/17 saw the introduction of Cricket Australia’s new modified playing rules across the Under 14 competition. The main goal of the AGCC is to ensure all players get the opportunity to bat, bowl and field during each game

For full details of the AGCC adapted Stage 1 and Stage 2 rules as they differ from the Cricket Australia’s format, please click here.

What league is the All Girls Cricket Competition apart of?

CSB (Cricket Southern Bayside) runs the All Girls Cricket Competition. CSB along with the All Girls Cricket Competition Management Committee will be responsible for the management of the competition including fixtures, rules, promotion etc.

If my current club doesn’t have a girls team does this matter?

NO. You are welcome to play with one of the participating Clubs as well as continue with your current Club. This competition is an All Girls Competition and we anticipate over the coming years more and more Clubs will register a side. All ISEC and SECA clubs are aware of the AGCC.

How do I find out more?

You can contact your nearest participating club as listed on our website allgirlscricket.com.au

Or contact the AGCC via allgirlscricket@gmail.com

Am I too young or too old to play in this competition?

If you can play cricket, you are not too young to join this competition.

Overage players, wanting to join this competition or play in an all girls team, should contact their local club to discuss options available to them or contact agcc@southernbayside.com.au

What is the registration fee?

The registration fee for this competition is $150. If you are new to the competition this includes your club shirt and club hat. The fee also helps to pay for equipment, cricket balls, ground hire and events throughout the season.

What equipment do I need to play?

Players are encouraged to play in their Club’s uniform. As the competition will be played on synthetic wickets, runners will also be required. There will be a shared Team playing kit (bat, pads, gloves, helmets) provided. Players may wish to purchase their own equipment (bat, pads, gloves, helmets). Participating Clubs can assist in providing names of places and the type of equipment to buy.

Where and when will training be?

The participating Clubs will manage the training sessions but it is anticipated there would be one training session each week which will go for an hour. The night that this is scheduled will be decided by the coaches and team management of each team.

When will the games be played?

Under 12 & Under 14 games will be played on Wednesday nights 5.00pm - 7.30pm.

Under 16 games will be played on Sunday mornings 8.45am – 11.30am.

Under 18 games will be played on Tuesday nights 5.00pm - 7.30pm.

How long will a game take?

Games generally last between 2 – 3 hours. The rules are designed to ensure there is as little “time wasting” as possible to minimise the total time the game takes (for example bowlers only bowling from one end).

How many girls play in a team?

During a match there are between 7 -11 girls on the field, depending on the game format. The team can still play if they have a minimum of 7 players.

Who will coach a team?

Once teams are allocated, parents within each team will have the opportunity to fill this very important role. The AGCC in conjunction with Cricket Victoria will assist in providing a Level 1 coaching course for parent volunteers wanting to coach. All participating Clubs will provide designated support to assist with Coaches and team training. The parent list will also provide the volunteers for the other roles that ensure a smooth and enjoyable season.

The AGCC works with Cricket Southern Bayside and Cricket Victoria to build connections with clubs so, where possible, female coaches can be connected with AGCC teams.

How and when do I register?

You will be able to register on-line via the website of your participating club.  

Most club registrations will commence in August each year.