FAQs for Juniors

When do Post Xmas registrations open? 29th November 2023

Any registration discounts?

  • Family discount 20% off if more than one family member registers (excluding girls and womens registrations that are already heavily discounted). Email manager@suburbsnewlynncricket.com to obtain voucher code.
  • Women and Girls 50% off registration (already deducted when you reach the payment page)

When does the Post Xmas season start?

Fantastic Fridays incl Midgets & U8/U9’s starts Friday 9th February.

All other juniors the first game of the season is Saturday 10th February.

When does training start?

There are a limited number of trainings prior to the school holidays (dependent on when you register) you are welcome to attend these free of charge.

Where are trainings held?

Unless otherwise stated – Ken Maunder Park (KMP), usually in the indoor centre, but as the weather improves on the fields outside. This year as our Junior Club grows more practises will take place at the Eastdale grounds (Five mins from KMP)

What days are trainings held?

Monday 
4-6pmU8 & U9’s Specific team time to be confirmed.
6-7pmU13’s
7-8.30pmU15’s & U17’s
Tuesdays 
4-5pmU11 Girls
4 – 5.30pmU13 Girls
Wednesday 
4- 6pmU11’s.
6 – 7pmU12’s
Thursday 
4- 6pmU10’s
Friday 
5-6pmGirls U16

What are my playing options?

Girls and Boys – Mixed Grade Playing Options

SNLCC Fantastic Fridays – both played at Ken Maunder Park

  • Midgets – Novice Cricketers Age 5-7 years. Friday afternoons 5-6.30pm
  • Under 8 & Under 9 teams Friday 5.30pm onwards

Boys Playing Options:

  • Under 10,11 Saturday morning only
  • Under 12 T20 Saturday morning or Limited Overs (30) Saturday afternoon or T20 Thurs 5pm
  • U13 boys play a half season Saturday competition, prior to Christmas. With a mid-week T20 option after Christmas. This is due to the changes in the school year.
  • Under 14 T20 Saturday morning or Thursdays 5pm
  • Under 15 T20 Saturday morning or Thursdays 5pm
  • Under 17 T20 Saturday afternoon or Wednesday 5pm
  • Under 19 T20 Saturday afternoon
  • Summer Series
    • U17 Limited Overs
    • U17 Summer Holiday T20 tournament
    • U15/U17 Club Summer Series T20 January Competition
    • U17 Girls Summer Series Competition

Girls Playing Options:

  • U17 Girls Summer Series Competition
  • Under 16 Saturday morning
  • Under 13 Tuesday pm
  • Under 13 Saturday morning
  • Under 11 Hardball Saturday morning
  • Under 11 Soft Ball Saturday morning

How are teams selected?

Our aim is to keep teams and friends together to enjoy the fun aspect of the game. Let us know if you have any specific requests and we will endeavour to meet them.

We are following the ACA guidelines, which means players stay in their age groups, no matter their skill levels.

Can Under 5’s play?

Yes, if they turn 5 years of age during the season.

What is the cut off age date? 

1st April 2023

Where do we get the playing polo shirt from?

Cricket Express, please see below for more detail – you can pre-order these when registering. Or a limited stock is available through the Club General Manager.

Is all equipment supplied?
Juniors – yes. Though players must provide their own playing trousers, white & blue trousers are available from Cricket Express.

The club recommends that children play in navy blue trousers – to avoid grass stains!

Can we play in more than 1 competition?

Yes.

Is there a family discount?

Yes, there is a 20% family discount. If your children are playing in different competitions you need to apply for a special discount code from the Club General Manager

Can we pay in instalments? 

NZC has implemented a new registration system by PlayHQ. Payment by Credit or Debit card is mandatory at time of registration. If you are under financial constraints and a payment plan is necessary, please contact the Club Manager

What are the Post Xmas registration costs?

  • Youth Cricket (Under 16,17 & Under 19) Per Competition : $100.00
  • Junior Cricket (Under 10/12/13/14): $120.00
  • Under 8 & Under 9’s Cricket: $120.00
  • Midgets Cricket: $80.00
  • Girls U11, U13, U16: $95.00 a 50% discount applies to all Junior Girls (Excl Mixed grades)
  • Each subsequent family member receives a 20% discount

Playing Shirts

Welcome to Suburbs New Lynn Cricket Club. We are delighted that you are joining the Junior Club!

If you are a new member as part of your membership you receive a free cap. This will be provided to you by your team coach prior to your first game. Alternatively, Cricket Express have caps, wide brim hats and bucket hats available for purchase.

This year we have a ‘new and improved’ coloured playing shirt for all junior cricket.

The shirts can be purchased from our new club sponsor – Cricket Express, based in 29 Enfield Street, Mt Eden or online www.cricketexpress.co.nz .

The recommended retail price of the shirts is $49.90-54.90

Cricket Express is offering a loyalty programme. Sign up as a SNLCC member and earn points as you spend, you will then receive a voucher of $25 (20% discount) when you reach 250 points. Please remember, when making any purchase at Cricket Express to say you are from SNLCC to receive a 10% discount throughout the year, and for the club to get a rebate.

You will note, that Holman and Cricket Express are our wonderful sponsors of the SNLCC Junior Club. We appreciate all their support and encourage you to support them.