Tigers Club Handbook - Queensland Cricket

REDLANDS TIGERSCLUB INFORMATION BOOK2009 / 2010

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK5.3 Covers5.3.1 Covers are very expensive and care is needed when removing them to ensure they are nottorn or damaged (spike damage etc). Once removed from the pitch the covers should befolded or rolled onto the portable rollers and taken from the field of play.5.3.2 Covers should be removed prior to warm up (depending on the weather) and MUST beremoved with care from the wicket block (especially if water pooling is evident). Removal ofcovers is the responsibility of the home team and to make the task quick and efficient anumber of helpers is recommended. If threatening weather is evident, covers can be foldedand moved to the edge of the playing field (ensuring players will not walk on them or slideinto them with spikes) to allow quick action to replace them.5.3.3 At the end of play, covers may need to be replaced so the same care and assistance will berequired for this task. Remember the team using the pitch next will be appreciative of yourefforts to ensure the pitch is covered adequately.5.3.4 Where it is not possible to roll or fold the covers due to extreme weather conditions, coversshould be folded as best possible and placed in a reasonably secure area.5.3.5 In all cases respect and consideration for the people next using the pitch or removing /replacing the covers should be remembered.5.4 Scorebooks, Match balls, First Aid kits5.4.1 The RCI executive maintains a supply of these items and will provide these whenrequested. Managers of Travelling teams should ensure they have adequate supplies onThursday evening.5.4.2 First Aid kits are also available for travelling teams. Managers should ensure these arereturned to the club house noting any items that need to be re stocked.5.5 Bowling machines, Flood lights5.5.1 The club has several Bowling machines which must be used responsibly at all times.Bowling machine use will be part of coaching sessions and under supervision of aresponsible club member. Bowling machines MUST NOT be used in wet weather and mustbe returned to the store at the end of the training session or in wet weather. The storeroom should be kept tidy when returning items after use.5.5.2 Lights should be switched off at the end of each coaching session and all nets locked upsecurely. Damage to lights should be reported to one of the executive and coachingsessions ceased if player safety is at risk due to poor light.5.5.3 Spikes must not be worn in the Nets at any time. When using the nets, all players arereminded of the need to ensure safe practices are adopted at all times. This includes use ofHelmets by batsmen.5.6 Clubhouse, Changing Rooms5.6.1 The clubhouse and Change rooms are cleaned by volunteers. The change rooms arefrequently used on Sundays so they require cleaning at the end of Saturday‟s fixtures. Allplayers are requested o leave the change rooms as clean as possible. Captains shouldensure all rubbish is placed in the bins, shower taps are turned off and the Change room isleft in a reasonable clean state. Offers of assistance to help clean up at the end of day‟s playare most welcome.REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 9 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK6. SELECTION GUIDELINES – PREMIER GRADES COMMITTEE6 Team SelectionThe success of a club is primarily measured by performance and particularly winning premierships in asmany Grades as possible. The other measure of success is the implementation of a Youth Policy inparticular integrating underage players within the grades and promoting players that show a potentialcricketing future. Integration should be a structured phased process with suitable evaluation steps andone where players are not “rushed in” simply on perceived potential.Whilst all teams require skilled and experienced players to ensure teams are balanced and competitive, aconsistent and fair selection policy will be implemented across all grades.Standards:Season standards for cricket players: A season is based on 10 rounds of 20 days play given that 1 roundis usually lost to inclement weather. 1 day and 20/20 matches are also played throughout the seasonBatsmenAverageGoodVery Good300 to 350 runs 30 / 35 runs per game350 to 500 runs 35 / 50 runs per game500 + runs, 50 + runs per gameBowlersAverage 20 to 25 wickets , 2.5 per gameGood 25 to 30 wickets, 2.5 to 3 per gameVery Good 30 + wickets, 3 + per gameW/KeeperAverageGoodVery GoodAll RoundersAverageGoodVery Good20 to 25 dismissals25 to 30 dismissals30 + dismissals250 to 300 runs, 12 to 15 wickets300 to 350 runs, 15 to 20 wickets350 + runs, 20 + wicketsNote: the above is a Guideline Only and Selections will involve other criteria considered by the Selection panel.It is relevant to point out that in some instances when opposition teams are bowled out easily, all roundertype players may not have been be given the opportunity to bowl. This should be noted when an allrounder is considered for promotion or demotion. It is important to have had the opportunity toperform.6.1 Selections: Initial selection into a grade should be based on performance in pre season trials (in the absenceof suitable trials last season‟s performance should be used as a guide only – attendance attraining should then be used as a guide) Selection of players for a particular grade should be based primarily on consistent performance Performance should be considered against a standard such as that above. Promotion should only apply when a player is considered to have a reasonable chance ofsuccess in the higher grade. Note: Promotion is sometimes be made out of necessity or whereinjury to a higher level player exists. Such promotion may not be permanent and the playeradvised of this. Where two players are of equal ability then other factors may be used (see later) A team should be balanced (batsmen, bowlers and wicket keeper, eg: 3 prime batsmen, 3 primebowlers, wicket keeper and 4 all rounders. Note: this is an example only not a rule - as teammake up is dependent on contributing factors such as ability, which is considered suitable for aparticular grade. Players should not be “pigeon holed”. A player, when given an opportunity, will often lifthis/her game and perform well – even above expectations. Similarly when players are dropped aREDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 10 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOKgrade they sometimes perform even worse – these are the players who more than likely needone-on-one coaching assistance.Attitude of a player is important. This is reflected in commitment to training, adherence to rulesand regulations of the game and behaviour both on and off the field.Harmony (ability of players to work as a team) may be a factor in team selection but should onlybe used with absolute caution. Cronyism must be avoided.Players who are unavailable for any day of a round should not be selected for that round providedother players are available to take their place for the full round. The slash system should be usedonly when a shortage of players exists to minimise disruption to teams. (Reason for this forexample: if a bowler is slashed to a higher team for the first week and the team is sent in to bat,that bowler is denied the opportunity to bowl; when that player returns to his normal team for thesecond week and that team is batting, he is once again denied the opportunity to bowl. Similarlywith batsmen.6.2 Training:It is a well proven fact that performance does improve with correct, adequate and consistent training. Tomaintain performance at the highest level 1 st and 2 nd grade players should train at least 2 days per week –eg: Wednesdays & Thursdays – for a minimum of 2 hours each day.Other grades should train at least 1 day per week. If such players aspire to a higher grade then thetraining level should be increased to 2 days. However, training alone will not gain promotionPlayers are identified by specific skills eg: specialist batsmen, all rounders, bowlers. It is stressed thatplayers should not be pidgeon-holed as all skills are necessary to be successful and can improve withregular training.6.3 Promotion/demotionLike talent players should be used to replace like players eg: an opening batsmen should be replaced bysomeone who is capable of opening the batting, a bowler should replace a bowler and an all rounderlikewise. This may not always be possible but should be the bench mark. Eg: an opening batsman in onegrade should not be used as a # 8 in a higher gradeWhen a player is promoted or demoted an explanation for reasons why should occur. If a promotion istemporary (due to a higher level player being injured) this must be explained to the promoted player. Atthe same time if a player is injured and out for more than one round, that player may have to come back ata lower grade to ensure his injury has completed healed. Promotion from then on is dependent onperformance criteria being met. Injury must be managed sensibly and in accordance with medicalinstructions.A demoted player should be given coaching to correct any deficiencies which have caused demotion inthe first instance and to assist that player to regain his confidence. Promotion again should be dependenton performance criteria being met.6.4 CoachingThe appointed club coach has the responsibility for ensuring a planned coaching program is in place(detailed coaching requirements are subject to another document). Assistant coaches may be appointedto assist and will fill the role of club coach where the main coach is absent (eg: sickness).The coaches should maintain records of players‟ abilities, strengths and weaknesses. This input may bevital for the selection process where a coach may be asked for opinion. NOTE: Don’t “pidgeon hole”players.All grade players should be videoed if time permits to allow analysis of techniques. This should be donepre season or as early as possible in the season in order to gain the most benefit.REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 11 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK(Ideally, instead of cancelling coaching on wet days, these can be used for in-club training eg: captainand vice captain training, game strategies, viewing player videos, etc. Such forums can be in the form ofgeneral discussion using case studies of games played).REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 12 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK6.5 Other Factors which may influence selectionWhen performance of two or more players is equal some factors to separate them which may beconsidered are: Training – meeting the required training commitment as laid down by the coach Finance – all players MUST be financial Loyalty – long term player over a transient eg: English player or new season player Commitment to club – eg: voluntary work, clean up after games Assistance with covering decks for next day‟s play, etc.These criteria should be used but with due caution. However, any club has a hard core loyal group ofplayers at varying levels of ability. It is important for club existence and continuity that such players arerecognised and considered in such light. That is not to say a position in any given grade would be handedout lightly, is definitely not a foregone conclusion but loyalty is a two way process. Avoid cronyismThe most successful teams are those with Ability, Balance, and Good LeadershipThe Underage team (Under 17) is a development sides and age restrictions within Graderegulations must be considered before allowing any Underage player to play in Grade Teams.6.6 Selection Factors - SummaryAbilityWillingnessAvailabilityAttendance at trainingPerformanceAttitude (to other team members, captain, coach)Financial status of scheduled club fee paymentsThe best 22 players in the club should be in 1 st and 2 nd grade.U-19 team should be the strongest players in the age group (in conjunction with requirementsof the Youth development policy)NOTE: Cronyism and nepotism must be avoided at all costs. Selectors must be totally impartial.Where the choice of selection becomes difficult (ie: players of similar ability and performance),preference should be given to the player with the best attributes in all factors.REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 13 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK7.3 Spirit of Cricket - EtiquetteThe captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the Spirit of thegame as well as within the Laws. According to the Laws the umpires are the sole judges of fair andunfair play. The umpires may intervene at any time and it is the responsibility of the captain to takeaction where requiredWarming upCaptain and coach only should inspect the wicket. Individuals may inspect from outside thewicket by themselves provided they are not interfering with the curator or the toss. It is poorbehaviour for the whole team to walk over the pitch and wicket block prior to the toss.Players should not hit up against pickets; quite simply they breakThe TossPrior to tossing the captains should be dressed in their whites/creams or playing strip and team cap. A signed team sheet should be offered to the umpires (opposing captains where required)Both captains should introduce themselves to the umpiresThe home captain (first in the draw) should provide the coin and tossCoin toss must be done in the middle, not on the sideline, away captain calls On leaving the field the captains should provide their scorer‟s with the opposing team‟s listEntering the field Umpires should enter the field first.. No player should be warming up on the field as theumpires enter. The captain of the fielding team should enter with his / her team behind. Batsmen should be ready to enter the field together after the fielding team.Leaving the field Batters should leave the field before the fielding team. The fielding team should all be ready to cross the line together not whoever is closest to thegate leaves first. The captain should appoint those that do well, normally the best bowler/bowlers, to cross theline first.Drinks Players only should take drinks on the field, not coaches, managers or parents. The battingteam should always make sure the umpires are provided with drinks.Players must be fully dressed in whites, creams or their playing strip for the day.There is no problem with players receiving drinks or bottles from the boundary line as longas play is not delayed.REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 15 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK8. VOLUNTEER WORK – RUNNING YOUR CLUBVolunteeringThe club is reliant on its many volunteers to provide the necessary skills and labour to manage theoperations of the club. All members are asked to consider giving some of their time to assist with anyof the following functions:Managing teamsCoachingUmpiringScoringServing on the CommitteeAssisting with the canteenJob descriptions are available. Contact one of the club executive (see front of booklet) for furtherinformation.Managing TeamsAll teams require a Captain / manager, and if possible, an assistant manager who will deputisewhen the team manager is not available.Managing teams involvesKeeping team members and their parents/guardians informed of dates, times and venues orfixturesensuring Match balls, scorebooks are collected & returnedUmpires and ScorersIt is a great value for our organisation to acquire volunteers for scoring and umpiring. It givesmembers a broader knowledge of the game and commitment throughout the club.The club will provide all information and relevant training in these areas:Committee Members:Committee members are elected at the Annual General Meeting, which takes place in Augustevery year.The Operations manual contains details of all Committee positions, their roles andresponsibilities.Home Game volunteers:Volunteers are required to assist in the canteen from time to time for special match occasions,which will be advertised within the club.Parents of underage players are requested to assist during the season for canteen duties inthe clubhouse and cleaning the changing rooms & club rooms on Sunday mornings (homegames).9. UNDER AGE PROGRAM: LORD’S TAVERNERS SQUADThe Lords Taverners SquadThe Lord‟s Taverners started life as a club founded in England in 1950 by a group of actors who used toenjoy a pint watching the cricket from the old Tavern pub at Lord‟s. Key early figures were Martin Boddey,the Founder, and fellow actors and friends like John Mills, Jack Hawkins and John Snagge, the sportsbroadcaster. In the early days, the money raised each year was given to the National Playing FieldsAssociation, whom the Taverners still support, to fund artificial cricket pitches.Since then The Lord‟s Taverners has developed into both a Club and a Charity. The Queensland CricketLords Taverners competition is for Under 17 players and is used by many clubs as a steping stone fromJunior cricket into a grade club. Redlands Tigers development also starts at under 15 level where a teamis selected to play inter zone games and competitions such as the Ray Weier cup.Lord‟s Taverners Website: http://www.lordstaverners.org/index.aspREDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 16 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOKCricket Australia Junior Cricket PolicyRedlands Tigers require all Underage Players to familiarise themselves with the Cricket Australia JuniorCricket Policy in particular the guidelines and recommendations to reduce the risk of injury and enhancethe development of fast and medium pace bowlers both in game and training situations. Players & parentsneed to consider all cricket activities: club training, school yard, backyard, in the nets with Dad & down thepark with friends when considering the bowling workloads of young players. Only you can determine yourbowling workload and you must take responsibility for monitoring this.The policy contains tables that represent the recommended maximum bowling workloads and minimumrest periods for fast & medium pace bowlers. In determining if a bowler should bowl the recommendedmaximum overs and spells consideration should be given to reducing the number of overs bowled forphysically immature bowlers, for faster or more explosive bowlers, for poor ground conditions or for hot orhumid weather.The Cricket Australia Junior Cricket Policy is located on the Club Assist section of the Cricket AustraliaWebsite www.cricket.com.auCOACHINGA coach and assistant coach will oversee the running of the Lord‟s Taverners Squad.To develop players for senior cricket.To improve techniques and tactical awarenessTo improve fitness and concentrationTo create mate-shipTo see improvement in all playersTo play good, positive cricketTo allow all players in the squad the opportunity to play Lords Taverners cricket if they have theability, commitment and desire;To have ALL PLAYERS training and playing at the best of their abilityTo have an enjoyable seasonTo implement new strategies smoothly into the clubTo have a trouble free season without causing problems with either the club or its committeePARENTAL INVOLVEMENTThe Underage squad will be coached by accredited coaches and will enter into cricket that is significantlydifferent from junior cricket. All players will be an integral part of the team but must realize thePARTICIPATIVE aspect of junior cricket does not exist at this level. Whilst parents are encouraged tosupport their child, team selections, player positions, specific game aspects and tactical decisions will beat the discretion of the coaching staff.Parents of underage players are requested to assist during the season for canteen duties in theclubhouse and cleaning the changing rooms & club rooms on Sunday mornings (home games).Remember playing cricket at this level requires a significant commitment of your time. If you areunable to dedicate the necessary time to training and Sunday games you should seriouslyconsider participating in this level of cricket.REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 17 of 18

REDLANDS CRICKET INC – REDLANDS TGERS CLUB INFORMATION BOOK10. APPENDICES: CRICKET GROUND LOCATIONSClub Ground Address Suburb MapRefEverdell Park Mt Lindesay Highway Gleneagle 329Beaudesert(Underage)Beenleigh Logan Dauth Park Alamein Street Beenleigh 264Gold Coast Kerrydale Priddeys Road Robina GC 48Ipswich (underage) Ivor Marsden Park Old Toowoomba Rd Leichhardt 232Northern Suburbs Shawsportz: 1, 2, 3 Shaw Road Kalinga 140Sandgate Redcliffe Deagon Reserve Board Street Deagon 110South Brisbane Felberg Park: 1, 2, 3 Venner Rd Fairfield 179Sunshine Coast Elizabeth Daniels Park Syd Lingard Drive Maroochydore SC 69Toombul Oxenham Park Cnr York & Duke Streets Nundah 140University WEP Harris Oval University Grounds St Lucia 179Valley Ashgrove Park Othaki Rd Ashgrove 158Western Suburbs Graceville 1, 2 Oxley Rd Graceville 178Wynnum Manly Boundary St: 1, 2, 3 Boundary St Tingalpa 162NOTE:Map Reference is 2007 RefidexIf you are unsure of any ground location check the Qld Cricket Website for details:www.qldcricket.com.auCurrent Refidex & Redlands directory are available in Club house.Thanks to our Major Supporter:REDLANDS CRICKET INC – August 2008 Page 18 of 18