Junior Policies

Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club endorses the Victorian Cricket integrity policies and are commited to best practices in child safety and member protection.

We are dedicated to promoting the sport of cricket in the local community and providing a safe, fun and inclusive environment for players of all ages and skill levels.

HBCC Juniors Inclusion & Selection Policy

This policy assists in promoting skills and maturity in young players, consistent with the age-based rules and code of conduct of the Eastern Cricket Association. Emphasis is placed on safety and showing respect towards teammates, officials, volunteers, umpires and opponents

2024 Member Protection Policy

Cricket Victoria and all Victorian Cricket Organisations are committed to cricket in Victoria being played in environments that are as safe, welcoming and inclusive as possible. All Victorian Cricket Organisations are required to adopt this Member Protection Policy to protect the safety and wellbeing of all Victorian cricket participants.

2024 Complaints and Resolution Policy,

The purpose of this Policy is to ensure that alleged breaches of Cricket Victoria’s Member Protection Policy and Australian Cricket’s Child Safe Policies are managed through an effective, consistent and timely process, which is fair and transparent.

Policy for Safeguarding Children and Young People

All Children and Young People have the right to feel safe and protected from all forms of Child Abuse, Grooming and Sexual Misconduct. Children and Young People have the right to take part in cricket in a safe, positive, and enjoyable environment.