School Sport Australia 12&U Cricket Championships Friday 6 January – Friday 13 January 2017 Manuka Oval and Surrounds Canberra ACT Contents General Information – Executive, SSACT and Organising Committee…….………………………………….3 School Sport Australia Message………………………………………………………………………………………………..4 School Sport ACT Message………………………………………………………………………………………………………..5 SSA National Secretary Message……………………………………………………………………………………………….6 SSA Codes of Conduct……………………………………………………………………………………………………………….7 Championship Draw………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….9 Championship Officials………………..…………………………………………………………………………………………..10 Cricket Australia Parent Session Invitation……………………………………………………………………………….11 Participating Team Lists……………………………………………………………………………………………………………12 SSA 12&U Cricket Rules and Guidelines……………………………………………………………………………………28 SSA 12&U Cricket History…………………………………………………………………………………………………………35 Event Photography ………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….37 Acknowledgements………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….39 School Sport Australia Merchandise…………………………………………………………………………………………40 2 School Sport Australia Executive President: Graeme Jennings Executive Officer: Brad Allen Operations Manager: Michael Grant Cricket National Secretary: Peter Smith School Sport ACT Office School Sport ACT Council Chair: Chris Nunn Operations Manager: Liz Yuen Sport Coordinator: Ellie Daley Support Officer: Ryan McDermott Organising Committee SSACT Operations Manager: Elizabeth Yuen Championship Convener: Liam Lawless (CACT) Venue & Umpire Coordinator: Ben Ryan (CACT) Cricket Australia Liaison: Paul Milo Cricket ACT Liaison: Kyle Piper 3 Welcome to the 2016 School Sport Australia Championship Established in 1981, School Sport Australia is the governing body for the development and promotion of school sport in Australia. Each year over 5500 students are provided with opportunities to represent their state/territory in 21 sports through the School Sport Australia pathway. This interstate sporting competition provides opportunities for students to participate in this sport at the highest level. These School Sport Australia championships are part of the national sport program and not only provide sporting opportunities at the elite level, but also educational, cultural and social benefits for all competitors. State and Territory school sport bodies have the responsibility for implementing and running the School Sport Australia Championships, and providing the maximum number of opportunities for students to participate in the broadest possible range of sporting activities. International competitions are also features of the School Sport Australia calendar. In 2016 International competitions will be provided for our Australian Football, Hockey, Netball, Cross Country, Softball and Water Polo teams. School Sport Australia extends to all competitors best wishes in their pursuit of selection for their state or territory team and wishes them an enjoyable and rewarding experience as they pursue their personal goals in this particular sporting endeavor. Representing a State or Territory is an achievement of which you can feel very proud. We hope that all competitors, team officials, organisers and supporters associated with this event derive satisfaction and fulfillment from their involvement. We extend our sincere thanks also to the host state and their officials for their contribution in ensuring the success of this week's event. Graeme Jennings Brad Allen (President) (Executive Officer) 4 Welcome Message from School Sport ACT On behalf of School Sport ACT we extend a very warm and sincere welcome to all students, teachers, team officials and parents to the 2016 School Sport Australia 12 and Under Cricket Championships. Congratulations to all Team members who have been given the honour and privilege to represent your State or Territory at these championships. Your selection reflects the dedication and commitment you have made to Cricket and the support you have received from your family, teachers and coaches. The coming week provides you with the opportunity to exhibit the excellence which is in each of you as a competitor and through the manner in which you conduct yourself away from the field. Whilst we expect fierce competition, we also recognise that you will make new friendships an trust the each of you returns home having had a successful and enjoyable week here in the Nation’s Capital. Canberra has a great deal to offer our guests so please make the time to visit some of our many attractions. It is with pride that SSACT hosts this prestigious event on behalf of SSA, but we could not have done so without the outstanding support of the personnel of Cricket ACT, Cricket Australia and our Championship Convener, Liam Lawless, who we pass on our sincere gratitude and thanks. We also acknowledge the work done by the organising committee, the coaches, managers and officials prior to and throughout this competition. The School Sport Australia aims of ensuring that students develop athletically, socially and educationally from their involvement in school sport are the driving force behind the approachwe have taken to deliver this event. We trust that all participants will enjoy themselves, achievethe goals they have set and most importantly learn from the experience. Our very best wishes to each of you. Christopher Nunn Liz Yuen Chair Operations Manager School Sport ACT School Sport ACT 5 Welcome Message from School Sport Australia Cricket National Secretary It is my pleasure to welcome all the players, officials, parents and supporters to Canberra for the 2016 School Sport Australia 12 Years and Under Cricket Championships. School Sport Australia highly values the educational, social and sporting benefits of these Championships that bring together extremely talented players from around Australia to compete at the highest level of competition available within the education framework. Congratulations to all players on their selection and I am certain that the fine traditions of school sport, team spirit and cooperation will be maintained throughout the Championship. For some participants this may be their one and only state representative experience, while for others, it may be the stepping stone to greater opportunities in cricket and sport in the future. An event such as this requires a huge amount of preparation and hard work. I would like to thank School Sport ACT, Cricket ACT and the cricket committee and in particular the School Sport Officer, Liz Yuen for the outstanding work they have carried out in organising this championship. I would also like to acknowledge the tremendous support that Cricket Australia continues to give to this event, it is greatly appreciated. The programs and the financial grants they provide throughout all levels of primary and secondary school cricket have been significant factors in increased participation of school aged children in our great game. The considerable contribution made by Cricket Australia has been instrumental in meeting the costs of staging this prestigious event. I would also like to thank and acknowledge the tremendous support received from Kookaburra Cricket who supplies the cricket balls for the Championship. I wish all the players the best of luck during these Championships and trust that the competition will be fair but challenging. I hope that the friendships you make this week are lasting ones and that your memories are pleasant and reflect the true meaning of sportsmanship. I look forward to watching some excellent cricket during the week and trust that you will leave Canberra having learned more about cricket and yourselves, and while not all will win, you have all won by participating in the event itself. Peter Smith National Cricket Secretary School Sport Australia 6 CODES OF CONDUCT Players’ Code of Conduct Be a good sport Play for enjoyment Strive for personal excellence Work hard for your team as well as yourself Treat all team mates and opponents as you enjoy being treated yourself Play by the rules Cooperate with team and game officials Control your Conduct on and off the field Learn to value honest effort, skilled performance and improvement Inappropriate Conduct Having or consuming alcohol Having or using other illegal drugs or substances Smoking Sexual activities Sexual harassment Criminal offences Swearing or abusing others Physical violence Harassment or vilification including the use of Social Media Breaking team curfews Refusing to comply with instructions Poor sportsmanship or cheating Team Managements’ Code of Conduct Set a good example for your players Encourage and create opportunities to develop individual skills Teach a wide range of team skills Ensure that the sport is appropriate for the age group and the skill development level of the players involved Teach your players to be respectful towards officials and opponents Give all students a chance to participate in training and games Remove from the field of play any of your players whose conduct is not acceptable Keep your own knowledge of coaching and the developments of the game up to date Adhere to School Sport Australia’s policy of a smoke and alcohol free environment No tour official of the opposite gender should enter the team change rooms until all team members have completed changing. 7 CODES OF CONDUCT continued It is inappropriate for any team official to be in a situation where the official is alone with a team member Adhere to appropriate mandatory reporting requirements