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Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club is the new home of cricket in the suburb, bringing together two great clubs & their members to play Australia's summer sport offering programs for beginners, juniors, women & men. Anchor 1 Anchor 1 Welcome to Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club PITCH IN: GIRLS CRICKET GROWTH & HONOUR BOARD TRIBUTE With EOFY approaching, we’ve launched our first vital campaign to raise funds for our Junior Girl's and Women’s Cricket Program, setting ambitious goals; - To reduce barriers to participation. - Grow community engagement. - Support equality in sport. We’re also proudly investing in new Honour Boards to ensure that every club legend; past, present and future, is recognised and celebrated equally. Thanks to the Committee's efforts, Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club is now registered with the Australian Sports Foundation (ASF), meaning donations to our club are now tax-deductible! So please DONATE NOW & share widely! Need HBCC Uniforms or Merch? Check out our new online store

We welcome new players to the upcoming 2024-25 season. Contact us to find out more Contact Us Registrations for the 2026/27 season open in July. Interested in playing cricket at the Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club? Get in contact today! Your Name Email Subject Message Message Send Message Thank You for Contacting Us! OUR LOCATIONS HBCC Club Headquarters Rathmines Road Reserve 95 - 169 Rathmines Road, Hawthorn East, VIC 3123, Australia. HBCC Junior Headquarters and Training Base Victoria Road Reserve Victoria Road, Hawthorn East, VIC 3123, Australia. EMAIL US For general inquiries or questions: info@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au FIXTURES & LADDERS Eastern Cricket Association's Fixtures & Ladders HBCC MERCHANDISE SHOP All HBCC playing & training gear available to order HERE .

HBCC JUNIOR FIXTURES & LADDERS Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) - Juniors Mixed Summer 2026/27 9 Oct 2026 - 28 Mar 2027 UPCOMING SELECT > Eastern Girls and Women's Cricket (EGWC) Juniors Summer 2026/27 14 Oct 2026 - 24 Mar 2027 UPCOMING SELECT > ECA Junior Mixed 100 Summer 2026/27 1 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 UPCOMING SELECT >

ECA SENIOR RULES Cricket owes much of its appeal and enjoyment to the fact that it should be played not only according to the Laws, but also within the Spirit of Cricket. The major responsibility for ensuring fair play rests with the captains, but extends to all players, match officials and, especially in junior cricket, teachers, coaches and parents. Respect is central to the Spirit of Cricket. - Respect your captain, team-mates, opponents and the authority of the umpires. - Play hard and play fair. - Accept the umpire’s decision. - Create a positive atmosphere by your own conduct, and encourage others to do likewise. - Show self-discipline, even when things go against you. - Congratulate the opposition on their successes, and enjoy those of your own team. - Thank the officials and your opposition at the end of the match, whatever the result. Cricket is an exciting game that encourages leadership, friendship and teamwork, which brings together people from different nationalities, cultures and religions, especially when played within the Spirit of Cricket. (from mcc.org.uk) ECA Senior Rules Except as varied hereunder, the Laws of Cricket shall apply to all matches played in the senior section of the Eastern Cricket Association Inc. ECA Veterans Rules All players should be aware that we are a social competition and that they are expected to play the game in a true sportsman like manner. Courtesy and respect should be shown at all times to opponents, umpires and spectators. The smooth and enjoyable running of the match is the responsibility of the captains who should ensure that play is conducted within the spirit of the game as well as the Laws of Cricket. ECA Sunday Grade Rules The competition will be played under the Senior Playing Rules of the ECA except as varied hereunder. The Laws of Cricket - MCC The major responsibility for ensuring fair play rests with the captains, but extends to all players, match officials and, especially in junior cricket, teachers, coaches and parents.

HBCC SENIOR FIXTURES & LADDERS Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) - Seniors Summer 2026/27 01 Oct 2026 - 31 Mar 2027 UPCOMING SELECT > Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) - Veterans Summer 2026/27 01 Oct 2026 - 07 Mar 2027 UPCOMING Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) - Kookaburra T20 Summer 2026/27 TBC UPCOMING SELECT > SELECT > Eastern Cricket Association (ECA) - Senior Women's Summer 2026/27 03 Oct 2026 - 27 Mar 2027 UPCOMING SELECT >

HBCC KEY DATES & EVENTS - Summer 2025/26 Our club holds multiple social events during the year including, Juniors Season Opener, Club Reverse Raffle Night, Women and Girls Trivia Night, Christmas Spotify Break Up, Junior Presentation Night, Senior Presentation Night and Past Player events. Pitch In: Girls Cricket Growth & Honour Board Tribute Our campaign to raise funds for our Junior Girl's and Women’s Cricket Program - Please click here for more info & DONATE NOW! 2025/26 Pre-Season Training Schedule Training starts Monday 25th August 2025 - c lick on the schedule to enlarge or download this pdf HBCC_Pre Season Schedule_2025 26_03_20250712 2024-25 Pre-Season Training Schedule

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 Section Manager - Mixed Fiona Dickson - juniormixed@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au or Junior Section Manager - Girls Lisa Dobson - juniorgirls@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au 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 are usually held on Friday evenings 5:30-6:30pm, from mid October to February, at Rathmines Road Reserve, Hawthorn East There is a break over the summer school holidays. *2026/27 details to be confirmed. Summer 2026/27 Registration 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. 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. 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. *2026/27 details to be confirmed. Summer 2026/27 Registration 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. 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. Competitions* Competitions are on Wednesday afternoons. Game formats and rules vary depending on age group and relevant grade. *2026/27 details to be confirmed. Summer 2026/27 Registration

HAWTHORN BOROONDARA CRICKET CLUB Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club (HBCC) has a rich history in the Hawthorn area dating back to 1938. The club formed in 2024 after Hawthorn Cricket Club & Boroondara Cricket Club agreed to merge. The club caters to all ages & skill levels from 5 year old's starting their cricket journey to junior boys & girls and on to competitive & social senior teams for men & women. Our HBCC teams play turf & synthetic competitions on high quality grounds within the City of Boroondara. The HBCC Committee - 2025/26 Get to know the dedicated individuals who form the backbone of the Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club. President Graeme Yole - president@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Vice President Pat Dower - vicepresident@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Treasurer Leigh Simpson - treasurer@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Secretary Jason Povey - secretary@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Senior Section Manager - Male M. Tilley Senior Section Manager - Female J. Snowsill Junior Section Manager - Mixed Fiona Dickson - juniormixed@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Junior Section Manager - Girls Lisa Dobson - juniorgirls@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au HBCC Child Safety Officer Libby James - 0408 979 134 childsafety@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au HBCC Complaints Manager Jason Povey - 0417 576 508 secretary@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au General Committee Members; S. Larkin (Events) N. Gray (Social Media) L. James (Child Safety Officer) M. McCann S. Chivers S. White A. Wikramanayake J. Duhig S. Joseph HBCC Rules of Incorporation

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. Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club endorses and adopts: • Australian Cricket’s Policy for Safeguarding Children and Young People. • Australian Cricket’s ‘Looking After Our Kids’ Code of Behaviour for Affiliated Associations and Clubs. • Australian Cricket’s Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Young People. • Cricket Victoria’s Member Protection Policy. • Cricket Victoria’s Reporting and Complaints Policy. For full policy details, visit: Child Safe and Member Protection - Cricket Victoria 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 2025/26 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. HBCC Child Safety Officer : Libby James Email: childsafety@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Mobile: 0408 979 134 2025/26 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. HBCC Complaints Manager : Jason Povey Email: secretary@hawthornboroondaracc.com.au Mobile: 0417 576 508 Cricket Victoria Working With Children Check (WWCC) – Club & Association Guidelines Australian Concussion Guidelines for Youth & Community Sport

HAWTHORN BOROONDARA CRICKET CLUB OFFICIAL RECORDS 2024/25 - Hall of Fame of Hawthorn Boroondara C. C. This is the highest achievable award at HBCC. Induction to the HBCC Hall of Fame is awarded to members who have made an exceptional contribution to the Club both on and off the field of play over an extended period, going well beyond participating for their own personal enjoyment. Life Members of Hawthorn Boroondara C. C. Life Membership is awarded to individuals who have consistently contributed to the Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club or our predecessor clubs (Boroondara, Hawthorn, Riversdale Boroondara and West Hawthorn Cricket Clubs) over an extended period. Life Members have shown significant commitment toward the enhancement of cricket and Hawthorn Boroondara Cricket Club, or our predecessor clubs. Indicative parameters for life membership are 300 games and/or 10 years active off-field service for the Club. HBCC Official Records - Season 2024/25