Junior Cricket
Learn to Play Cricket!
Meraloma Junior Cricket is looking for enthusiastic boys and girls who want to learn how to play cricket, as well as those who already have some experience but want to improve their skills.
The Junior Cricket season runs from late April until the end of July, with weekly games and practices. Hardball continues through August.
Mini Cricket
Our Mini Cricket program is the only program in Vancouver aimed at the youngest cricketers. Mini cricket is played with a plastic bat and ball for 5-8 year-olds who want to learn the game. The Minis practice together on Wednesday nights at Connaught Park. Practices are full of fun, skills-based activities to introduce the basics of cricket. Internal games on Saturday mornings give everyone the opportunity to put those skills into practice in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere.
Kanga Cricket (U11)
Our Kanga Cricket program is for boys and girls aged 8-10 years. Kanga Cricket is played with a plastic bat and ball. Both experienced and new players are welcome! All Kanga players practice together on Wednesday nights. Games are on Saturday mornings against other teams from Metro Vancouver.
Hardball Cricket (U14 and U17)
The Hardball Cricket program is for 12-17 year-olds (some players are ready earlier). The Meraloma Club competes in the BCMCL U14 and U17 divisions, which are the first levels of cricket involving wooden bats and leather cricket balls. U14 practices are on Monday and Wednesday evenings and U17s are on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Training will involve fielding, bowling and batting. Games are on Saturday or Sunday against other teams from Metro Vancouver, including Surrey.
Program Details
Meraloma Junior Cricket is coached by former Canadian National Team member Iain Dixon, along with other experienced, qualified cricket coaches from Canada, India, Australia and New Zealand.
Practices
All practice sessions are held at Connaught Park in Kitsilano, Vancouver, starting the week of April 15, weather permitting.
- Minis: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm
- Kangas: Wednesday, 6:00-7:15 pm
- U14: Monday & Wednesday, 5:00-6:15 pm
- U17: Tuesday & Thursday, 5:00-6:15 pm
Games
All Minis and Kanga games are held on Saturday mornings from 9-11 am at various grounds around Metro Vancouver. The Minis play mostly at Connaught Park in Kitsilano and Brockton Point in Stanley Park. The Kanga teams play at Connaught Park, Brockton Point, Hugo Ray Park in West Vancouver, Memorial Park in East Vancouver, and Mackin Park in Coquitlam. Hardball games will be on Saturdays and Sundays at varying times on grounds in Vancouver, West Vancouver and Surrey. Games will start on Saturday, April 27, 2024, weather permitting.
Game Kit
Registration fees include Meraloma Club annual membership (transferable to Meraloma Mini Rugby in the Fall) and a team cap for new players. Players must purchase game kit separately: white shirts and trousers for the Minis and Kangas; and black/orange kit for the Hardball team. All kit is available at a price subsidized by the Club. We also have a large supply of gently-used kit available at no cost.
Fees
Fees can be paid by e-transfer to juniors@meralomacricket.com.
We will be in contact with you about equipment and uniforms after confirming your registration.
2024 Fees
- Minis: $120
- Kangas: $120
- Hardball: $200
TEAMO Registration
We run all of our club communication and registration through the Teamo app. To register hit the Teamo Registration Link below and follow the prompts.
Questions?
If you have a child interested in playing cricket, are a parent who wants to help out, or have ANY questions regarding our Juniors program, please feel free to contact:
Iain Dixon
Junior Cricket Head Coach
Email: juniors@meralomacricket.com