Coaching & Development

South Canterbury Cricket employs a full time Community Cricket Development Officer. His principle focus is upskilling and mentoring coaches as well as organising the development programmes and school visits.

Many primary schools are involved in the NZ Shield & Cup competitions which give children who do not play weekend cricket the opportunity to play the game.

Cricket in South Canterbury now has access to top facilities with the building of the Graeme Blanchard Cricket Centre where the indoor nets and facilities allow cricketers to practice all year round.

The Graeme Blanchard Indoor cricket nets and training facilities

The centre can be hired for use by clubs, schools, teams or individuals, so to find out more contact South Canterbury Cricket.

If you have any questions regarding coaching and development programmes, or would like assistance establishing them, then contact Gilky to see how he can help.

One to One Coaching Clinics

South Canterbury Cricket offers One to One or Group Coaching opportunities for players of all ages and capabilities. Sessions are run at the Graeme Blanchard Centre by Qualified Cricket Coaches.

Video analysis is also available.

For information on times, prices and bookings please ring the office on 03 686 3377.

E-mail: sccricket@xtra.co.nz

Coaching the Coaches

It is now compulsory for all club coaches of teams aged 18 and younger to have a coaching accreditation (as well as be Police vetted and to have completed Vulnerable Children education). Courses are held regularly in South Canterbury, so do not hesitate to contact the office for details of the next course. This is your opportunity to upskill your own knowledge and improve your confidence when looking after a Saturday morning or afternoon team.

Indoor Coaching & Development Programmes

Below you can see some photos of young cricketers going through their paces in the indoor nets practicing batting, bowling and fielding all under cover.

Online Coaching & Foundation Coaching Courses

New Zealand Cricket offer a number of coaching courses which can get you underway or upskill you on your coaching journey:

You can learn via the online courses here