JUNIOR CRICKET
Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club (HBCC) believe it’s never too soon, or too late, to get into cricket.
HBCC has a format to suit boys and girls of any age or ability. Learning the skills and competing builds a strong foundation for a lifetime of enjoying this great sport. We have divided the cricket pathway into the following distinct stages:​​​​​​​​​​

Have questions?
Email our Junior Cricket Manager - Giles Matthews
Cricket Blast - Mixed
About
This is the start of the cricket journey for boys and girls. Start here to learn the skills of the game with an emphasis on fun and making friends.
Session Details
These sessions will be held on Friday evenings, 5:30-6:30pm, from 18th October to February at Rathmines Road Reserve, Hawthorn East
There is a break over the summer school holidays.


Junior Cricket - Mixed
About
This is junior cricket for boys and girls played on Friday afternoons, Saturday mornings and Sunday mornings from October through to February, with finals played in March. There is a break over the summer school holidays.
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Training Details
Training times and venues are reliant on availability of facilities and coaches and will be advised separately.
Main venues are Victoria Road Reserve, Hawthorn East and H.A Smith Reserve, Hawthorn.
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Competitions
Generally, U16 & U14 games are on Friday afternoon and U12 & U10 games are on Saturday or Sunday mornings. Game formats and rules vary depending on age group and relevant grade.
Junior Cricket - Girls
About
This is junior cricket for girls played on Wednesday afternoons from October through to March. There is a short break over Christmas and New Year.
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Training Details
Training times and venues are reliant on availability of facilities and coaches and will be advised separately.
Girls training will be at Victoria Road Reserve, Hawthorn East.
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Competitions
Competitions are on Wednesday afternoons. Game formats and rules vary depending on age group and relevant grade.
