Women and Girl's Festivals 2020
The women and girl's soft ball festivals will be taking place again in 2020 after the success in 2019 with over 110 new participants over the summer. A huge thank you to the clubs who are hosting again in 2020.
Cronkbourne Enter Division One
Cronkbourne Cricket Club have entered a team in the newly formed Division one with the league now comprising of Crosby, Castletown, Ramsey and Cronkbourne. This will replace the additional side made up of players from across the island to make up the fourth side in the league. Their first fixture will be Saturday 4th July.
Division one is designed to provide a level of cricket for younger developing players, current club players who aren't getting regular first team cricket and any older or returning players who would like to give cricket a go. However, if players are not getting regular cricket on a Saturday and they would like the opportunity to play 40 over cricket they can still email iomcricket@hotmail.com to gauge the possibility of expanding the division.
Division one is designed to provide a level of cricket for younger developing players, current club players who aren't getting regular first team cricket and any older or returning players who would like to give cricket a go. However, if players are not getting regular cricket on a Saturday and they would like the opportunity to play 40 over cricket they can still email iomcricket@hotmail.com to gauge the possibility of expanding the division.
New Executive Committee Members
It is with great pleasure the IOMCA announce Mike Haywood as the new IOMCA Chairman, Chris Cunningham as the Secretary and Clare Williams-Stewart as the Junior Committee Chairperson. The IOMCA would like to thank Neill Angus, Andy Coulson and Karen Riordan for the last ten years and more which has been instrumental in the growth of cricket on the Isle of Man.
Below is a little history to Mike, Chris and Clare's involvement in cricket on the Isle of Man.
Mike Haywood -
Mike started playing cricket on the Isle of Man in the early 1980’s and has played with Ronaldsway, Malew and Castletown. He has coached Castletown U11, U13 and U15 teams over the last five years and his wife and daughter play for the Castletown women and girl’s team and son has played for various Castletown sides. He is currently on the Castletown committee and has coached the IOMCA U13, U15 and girl’s development squad over the last year.
Clare Williams-Stewart -
"Hi, I am Clare, I have two boys who play with Castletown Cricket Club, for which I am now the Welfare Officer, having become more involved as my boys progressed through the club. Having been persuaded to join the fun of the Women’s and Girl’s festivals, I’ve since become part of the new lady’s team for the club as well. I’ve come a long way from not knowing cricket at all!
I’ve been hugely impressed by the effort, benefit and opportunity that the club and the Association have brought to the youth side and I see how important this is to communities and our Island. When the role of Junior Chair arose, I put myself forward to represent the committee, working with the IOMCA to help contribute to the success of cricket on the island."
Chris Cunningham -
Started playing for Vagabonds cricket club back in 2007. Moved to Union Mills after Vagabonds left and I have been with them every since. Currently Vice Captain but do all the social media and general administration duties. Occasionally I will umpire as well.
Below is a little history to Mike, Chris and Clare's involvement in cricket on the Isle of Man.
Mike Haywood -
Mike started playing cricket on the Isle of Man in the early 1980’s and has played with Ronaldsway, Malew and Castletown. He has coached Castletown U11, U13 and U15 teams over the last five years and his wife and daughter play for the Castletown women and girl’s team and son has played for various Castletown sides. He is currently on the Castletown committee and has coached the IOMCA U13, U15 and girl’s development squad over the last year.
Clare Williams-Stewart -
"Hi, I am Clare, I have two boys who play with Castletown Cricket Club, for which I am now the Welfare Officer, having become more involved as my boys progressed through the club. Having been persuaded to join the fun of the Women’s and Girl’s festivals, I’ve since become part of the new lady’s team for the club as well. I’ve come a long way from not knowing cricket at all!
I’ve been hugely impressed by the effort, benefit and opportunity that the club and the Association have brought to the youth side and I see how important this is to communities and our Island. When the role of Junior Chair arose, I put myself forward to represent the committee, working with the IOMCA to help contribute to the success of cricket on the island."
Chris Cunningham -
Started playing for Vagabonds cricket club back in 2007. Moved to Union Mills after Vagabonds left and I have been with them every since. Currently Vice Captain but do all the social media and general administration duties. Occasionally I will umpire as well.
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Division One
In the newly formed Division one on a Saturday there are currently three teams - Crosby, Castletown and Ramsey. There will be an opportunity to play for an additional side made up of players from across the island to make up the fourth side in the league. If anyone would like to play 40 over cricket on a Saturday and isn't currently getting the opportunity or would like to give cricket a go please email iomcricket@hotmail.com.
Division one is designed to provide a level of cricket for younger developing players, current club players who aren't getting regular first team cricket and any older or returning players who would like to give cricket a go. Players have to be 13 and above to be eligible. The team will be selected on a weekly basis with it likely changing each week and players won't have to be available for every match.
Division one is designed to provide a level of cricket for younger developing players, current club players who aren't getting regular first team cricket and any older or returning players who would like to give cricket a go. Players have to be 13 and above to be eligible. The team will be selected on a weekly basis with it likely changing each week and players won't have to be available for every match.
League Fixtures Announced
Isle of Man league fixtures have been published and uploaded to Play Cricket iomcacomps.play-cricket.com. There are lots of opportunities for all ages to play -
Monday: Forrester T20 league
Tuesday: U13 T20 league
Wednesday: Cain T20 league
Thursday: U15 T20 league
Friday: U11 T20 league
Saturday: Premier and Division 1 40 over league
The first game back is Monday 29th June in the Forrester. The women and girl's soft ball festivals and U9 Kwik cricket Friday festival dates will be published very soon. A huge thanks to all the clubs and everyone who has contributed to league cricket returning.
Monday: Forrester T20 league
Tuesday: U13 T20 league
Wednesday: Cain T20 league
Thursday: U15 T20 league
Friday: U11 T20 league
Saturday: Premier and Division 1 40 over league
The first game back is Monday 29th June in the Forrester. The women and girl's soft ball festivals and U9 Kwik cricket Friday festival dates will be published very soon. A huge thanks to all the clubs and everyone who has contributed to league cricket returning.
Clubs Return to Training
Clubs across the Isle of Man have been returning to training since Thursday 11th June. Crosby juniors and seniors have been training since last Thursday 11th with Cronkbourne seniors also training Thursday 11th with their first junior session Tuesday 16th. The Castletown U13s and women and girls trained alongside each other on Tuesday 16th. All clubs have had positive feedback and good turnouts. If anyone would like information about any of the club's training please email iomcricket@hotmail.com.
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Cricket is Very Close!
All forms of cricket are extremely close to returning on the Isle of Man. Clubs are just required to submit an updated risk assessment to reflect the new Isle of Man Sport guidelines and ICC protocols with increased emphasis on cleaning and hygiene. Clubs will also be contacting their members to ascertain the number of junior, senior and women's teams they will be entering in the relevant junior and senior leagues and women and girl's festivals this season. Once these have been submitted the IOMCA will be able to organise junior and senior league fixtures as well as dates for women and girl's festivals. Anyone who is not part of a club and would like to play cricket this season please email iomcricket@hotmail.com and we can put you in contact with your local club. There is a form of cricket on the Isle of Man for everyone.
Crosby will be playing an intra club fixture on Saturday 20th June with 25 players as they have already submitted their club risk assessment and have contacted those members who are eligible for senior cricket.
Crosby will be playing an intra club fixture on Saturday 20th June with 25 players as they have already submitted their club risk assessment and have contacted those members who are eligible for senior cricket.
IOMCA Squads Return to Training
All the IOMCA squads returned to training this week with the U13s and U17s unfortunately delayed a day due to the weather. The players came back with lots of enthusiasm and application and followed the guidelines sensibly and maturely. The last squad to return was the U17s who resumed their preparations for the U19 World Cup qualifiers which is now scheduled for early 2021.
Cricket Returning on the Isle of Man
The National Team and Emerging Players Programme have returned to training this week at King William's College to run through a couple of sessions and to observe how IOMCA plans work to ensure training was safe and within the guidelines. Both groups had a very productive session working on their skills in a safe and organised but rewarding and fun environment. It was great to see the players of all ages return with the continued desire to improve their own game and following the guidelines in a mature manner. All the IOMCA squads will be returning to training next week with clubs also working hard to return soon once they feel they have everything in place.
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IOMCA Return to Cricket Update
After looking at the updates from the Chief Minister's statement on Covid-19 21st May 2020 it looks like we are not far from a return to cricket in some form which is great news.
At present we would urge the cricket community to wait for further clarification on what the full requirements are before looking to start playing/ training on your club grounds.
Isle of Man Sport have issued 'Guidance for Sports and Recreation Activities' which we are currently looking at and have asked for clarity on certain areas before we look at returning. We need to ensure we are returning in compliance with all guidelines/restrictions to satisfy Government and public concerns.
We are aware of other sports announcements yesterday which state an immediate return with very few restrictions. However, the guidance for these sports are by UK governing bodies and may not satisfy Isle of Man Sport's requirements.
We are working hard for a return to cricket in some guise soon and will update everyone once we have further information from Isle of Man Sport.
At present we would urge the cricket community to wait for further clarification on what the full requirements are before looking to start playing/ training on your club grounds.
Isle of Man Sport have issued 'Guidance for Sports and Recreation Activities' which we are currently looking at and have asked for clarity on certain areas before we look at returning. We need to ensure we are returning in compliance with all guidelines/restrictions to satisfy Government and public concerns.
We are aware of other sports announcements yesterday which state an immediate return with very few restrictions. However, the guidance for these sports are by UK governing bodies and may not satisfy Isle of Man Sport's requirements.
We are working hard for a return to cricket in some guise soon and will update everyone once we have further information from Isle of Man Sport.
IOMCA Teams Up With Opening Up Cricket
The IOMCA has joined forces with Opening Up Cricket who promote positive mental health to clubs, players, parents and coaches. The timing of this announcement couldn't be at a more apt time with this week being mental health awareness week in the UK and the challenges everyone is facing with the lockdown. The IOMCA have joined with Opening Up Cricket to offer a series of resources to promote mental wellbeing through cricket at all levels.
Cricket as a sport can provide greater mental challenges than physical which can be felt by players, family members, clubs and coaches regardless of level therefore the IOMCA is keen to ensure any support available is open to all.
Planning has commenced with Opening Up Cricket in how best to deliver these opportunities to cricketers at all levels on the Isle of Man and at present this looks like the following:
This is a great opportunity to help players and clubs develop and more importantly ensure players and the cricket community enjoy and understand the game and the challenges it may bring and provide them with the tools to do this.
For further information about Opening Up Cricket please go to this link www.openingupcricket.com
Cricket as a sport can provide greater mental challenges than physical which can be felt by players, family members, clubs and coaches regardless of level therefore the IOMCA is keen to ensure any support available is open to all.
Planning has commenced with Opening Up Cricket in how best to deliver these opportunities to cricketers at all levels on the Isle of Man and at present this looks like the following:
- Three sessions delivered by Opening Up Cricket to high performance squads, junior squads, parents, club members and welfare officers to cover topics relevant to their particular area.
- Prepare a mental health plan to be used across all of the cricket community.
- Using feedback from these sessions and Opening Up Cricket's experience to produce an online portal to assist with further learning.
This is a great opportunity to help players and clubs develop and more importantly ensure players and the cricket community enjoy and understand the game and the challenges it may bring and provide them with the tools to do this.
For further information about Opening Up Cricket please go to this link www.openingupcricket.com
IOMCA Return to Cricket Proposal
The IOMCA have submitted a Return to Cricket Proposal with relevant risk assessments which have been put forward to the Isle of Man Government and relevant parties. The IOMCA has outlined a four phased return to play within their Return to Cricket Proposal which aligns with the recent Isle of Man Government's Medium-Term Response to Covid-19 - Stay Safe guidelines. Club representatives have been emailed the Return to Cricket Proposal to allow them to prepare for cricket recommencing as outlined in the proposal. However, it is completely at the discretion of the individual and club whether they wish to take part in the relevant phase of the Isle of Man Return to Cricket proposal. The IOMCA will work with clubs to reopen their outdoor facilities to meet the specified requirements outlined in each phase.
At present current measures are being relaxed with other sports returning to action with legislative frameworks being amended to allow this to happen. Our proposal is 100% based around a safe return to cricket with a staged and monitored approach that is controlled and robust. This would still allow players to get back playing the game they love improving their skills and maintaining their physical and mental health but in a safe and organised environment.
Please see below the IOMCA's Return to Cricket Proposal. We look forward to engaging with the Government soon -
At present current measures are being relaxed with other sports returning to action with legislative frameworks being amended to allow this to happen. Our proposal is 100% based around a safe return to cricket with a staged and monitored approach that is controlled and robust. This would still allow players to get back playing the game they love improving their skills and maintaining their physical and mental health but in a safe and organised environment.
Please see below the IOMCA's Return to Cricket Proposal. We look forward to engaging with the Government soon -
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Isle of Man Sport Club Support Package
IOM Sport have also issued the following for clubs across the Isle of Man:
1. Emergency Aid – If a Governing Body feels their sport is under threat of extinction due to funding issues, or if there is a serious threat to the existence of clubs.
2. ‘Get back into Sport’ initiatives – Isle of Man Sport would consider offering direct resources to ‘kick start’ participation in sport, for those sports wanting to re-engage with members during the long period of sporting inactivity the island is currently facing.
If any cricket club feels they are either under threat due to the current situation or have ideas on the ‘Get back to Sport’ initiatives Greig Wright will be happy to forward your concerns or ideas to Isle of Man Sport. All applications are to be sent not approved by the IOMCA these will be reviewed by IOM Sport. The IOMCA actively encourage clubs to try to take advantage of this opportunity.
1. Emergency Aid – If a Governing Body feels their sport is under threat of extinction due to funding issues, or if there is a serious threat to the existence of clubs.
2. ‘Get back into Sport’ initiatives – Isle of Man Sport would consider offering direct resources to ‘kick start’ participation in sport, for those sports wanting to re-engage with members during the long period of sporting inactivity the island is currently facing.
If any cricket club feels they are either under threat due to the current situation or have ideas on the ‘Get back to Sport’ initiatives Greig Wright will be happy to forward your concerns or ideas to Isle of Man Sport. All applications are to be sent not approved by the IOMCA these will be reviewed by IOM Sport. The IOMCA actively encourage clubs to try to take advantage of this opportunity.
U19 World Cup Qualifiers Postponed
It is with regret that the ICC, in agreement and with the support of hosts Denmark, have collectively been forced to make the unfortunate decision to postpone the ICC Men’s U19 CWC Europe Division 2 event due to be held in July 2020, as a result of the on-going COVID-19 pandemic.
International borders remain closed across a number of competing countries, including in Denmark, and there remains a high level of uncertainty as to when competitive international cricket can be played safely. Furthermore, local operating restrictions imposed by the Danish government would have prevented the event from running in a feasible manner.
The intention is to reschedule the event for sometime between April and June in 2021 to allow the event to feed in to the Europe Division 1 event which will likely take place in July 2021. Denmark at this point remain as hosts.. This will also require consultation with each of the countries involved over the coming months to find a suitable timeframe that avoids any clashes with school exams. Amendments to age restrictions have been made to allow those players who are currently U17 to still be eligible in 2021.
For the ICC the web release please go to www.icc-cricket.com/media-releases/1667473
International borders remain closed across a number of competing countries, including in Denmark, and there remains a high level of uncertainty as to when competitive international cricket can be played safely. Furthermore, local operating restrictions imposed by the Danish government would have prevented the event from running in a feasible manner.
The intention is to reschedule the event for sometime between April and June in 2021 to allow the event to feed in to the Europe Division 1 event which will likely take place in July 2021. Denmark at this point remain as hosts.. This will also require consultation with each of the countries involved over the coming months to find a suitable timeframe that avoids any clashes with school exams. Amendments to age restrictions have been made to allow those players who are currently U17 to still be eligible in 2021.
For the ICC the web release please go to www.icc-cricket.com/media-releases/1667473
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National Team Video
The National Team training group wanted to show everyone what they have been up to since squad training finished due to Covid-19. Hopefully everyone will be back playing soon!
MCC Visit to the Island Postponed
The MCC (Marylebone Cricket Club) have written to the Isle of Man Cricket Association to advise that, due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the MCC's visit to the Isle of Man, planned for June this year, has been postponed. Whilst it is hoped that the visit can be rearranged for later in the year, this cannot be guaranteed..
Update on the Suspension of Cricket Activities on the Isle of Man
Cricket activities on the Isle of Man to remain suspended until further notice.
The easing of the restriction of non-essential travel and the return to work for certain professions is a small step forward in the fight against Coronavirus. Everyone in our Cricket community is itching to return to playing the game that we all love, but the latest easing of some restrictions is not a green light to do so. The directive from Government remains ’Stay home. Stay safe.’ and the cricket community is keen to support this message.
The Isle of Man Cricket Association (IOMCA) wishes to remind all players, coaches, parents and children, that, for the time being, it is NOT advised for players to be integrating around their clubs as this is still classed as a social gathering. This remains the case even if participants are engaged in social distancing.
It is strongly recommended that clubs do not look to open up their nets, use the squares/artificial tracks for bowling practice or encourage the use of outfields for fielding practices as it is impossible to control who uses them at what time. This has the potential to create problems so we would urge that these areas are not made available to anyone. The IOMCA is constantly updating the websites and social media with cricket drills, which can be performed at home. https://www.iomcricket.co.uk/skills--drills.html
The IOMCA can assure you all that we are looking at every opportunity to ensure that our sport can return as soon as we are permitted to do so. The IOMCA looks to continue to support the growth in popularity of Cricket on the Island, which we have experienced over the past few years. It is, however, essential that this is done in a manner, which is safe for all.
The easing of the restriction of non-essential travel and the return to work for certain professions is a small step forward in the fight against Coronavirus. Everyone in our Cricket community is itching to return to playing the game that we all love, but the latest easing of some restrictions is not a green light to do so. The directive from Government remains ’Stay home. Stay safe.’ and the cricket community is keen to support this message.
The Isle of Man Cricket Association (IOMCA) wishes to remind all players, coaches, parents and children, that, for the time being, it is NOT advised for players to be integrating around their clubs as this is still classed as a social gathering. This remains the case even if participants are engaged in social distancing.
It is strongly recommended that clubs do not look to open up their nets, use the squares/artificial tracks for bowling practice or encourage the use of outfields for fielding practices as it is impossible to control who uses them at what time. This has the potential to create problems so we would urge that these areas are not made available to anyone. The IOMCA is constantly updating the websites and social media with cricket drills, which can be performed at home. https://www.iomcricket.co.uk/skills--drills.html
The IOMCA can assure you all that we are looking at every opportunity to ensure that our sport can return as soon as we are permitted to do so. The IOMCA looks to continue to support the growth in popularity of Cricket on the Island, which we have experienced over the past few years. It is, however, essential that this is done in a manner, which is safe for all.
Cricket Continues at Home
Cricket has been continuing at home on the Isle of Man with all the family involved.
Skills Challenges
To help everyone through social isolation we will be uploading a series of cricket skills challenges and drills that can be done at home to help keep people busy. The challenges and drills are under the community heading (skills and drills) and the first of our challenges is bat taps. There will also be strength and conditioning videos uploaded onto the player pathway fitness for cricket section to help players maintain their fitness at home.
ICC Personal Guidance on Beating COVID-19
Manx Youth Games 2020 Update
It is with great sadness that the 2020 Manx Youth Games has had to be cancelled by Manx Sport and Recreation due to the coronavirus pandemic. Week one of the Manx Youth Games training started incredibly across the Isle of Man with 138 children choosing to do cricket across the six centres and these great numbers continued as the sessions progressed. Thank you to all those people who chose to do cricket in 2020 in the Manx Youth Games and a huge thank you to all the Manx Youth Games coaches and volunteers. The 2021 Manx Youth Games is going to be big!
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ICC Competitions Update
.The ICC released its current status on international events. With 2020 due to see events for the national team for WCQ 2021 in India and the Under 17's for 2022 U19 World cup this has a significant interest.
At present ALL ICC events are cancelled until the end of June and will be reviewed at frequent intervals.
For IOM squads this means a postponement of the national team WCQ in Belgium. However, the U17 event is currently scheduled to go ahead at this current time.
For the full release please see below.
At present ALL ICC events are cancelled until the end of June and will be reviewed at frequent intervals.
For IOM squads this means a postponement of the national team WCQ in Belgium. However, the U17 event is currently scheduled to go ahead at this current time.
For the full release please see below.
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Isle of Man Cricket Association Statement
Suspension of Cricket Activities due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Chief Minister of the Isle of Man Government, yesterday (Friday) advised sporting organisations on the Isle of Man to reconsider their positions on holding events concerned with their sports. The Executive Committee of the Isle of Man Cricket Association discussed yesterday evening how we should proceed in the coming days. It was decided, that, with much sadness, all cricket activities on the Isle of Man will be suspended with immediate effect from today (Saturday March 21st, 2020) for a period of 30 days. This suspension extends to all National Squad training, pre-season Senior Player nets and any associated cricket activity organised by the Isle of Man Cricket Association.
The situation will be reviewed after 30 days (Monday April 20th, 2020), when hopefully the advice from the Isle of Man Government will allow normal activity to resume.
It is very important that Isle of Man Cricket plays its part to contain the spread of the COVID-19 virus and to protect everyone in the sport, be it players, coaches, supporters, their families and the rest of the Isle of Man population.
I know that many of the players and coaches have worked incredibly hard and invested a lot of emotional effort for a long period of time. The Association thanks everyone for their hard work.
We will try to keep everyone updated in the best way that the Association can with regard to future plans.
Thank you for your attention and patience in these difficult times.
Coronavirus Update 17/03/20
The Isle of Man Cricket Association (IOMCA) is currently following guidelines from IOM Sport, Manx Sport and Recreation and the Isle of Man Government for all its activities in relation to the coronavirus pandemic.
The current guidelines are for activities to continue. However, all parents, players and volunteers MUST adhere to the individual guidelines on self-isolation if they are showing any symptoms or have travelled recently off Island. Also, social distancing guidelines should also be followed wherever possible. Please see below the link to Government Website:
https://www.gov.im/news/2020/mar/16/coronavirus-measures-announced-to-protect-community-and-economy/
Those people, who are concerned with the current position and who do not wish to attend planned meetings or events are welcome to make that decision. Please DO communicate that you will not be attending.
Any further changes in Governmental advice will be mirrored by the IOMCA and we will communicate those changes as soon as we are able to so do.
The current guidelines are for activities to continue. However, all parents, players and volunteers MUST adhere to the individual guidelines on self-isolation if they are showing any symptoms or have travelled recently off Island. Also, social distancing guidelines should also be followed wherever possible. Please see below the link to Government Website:
https://www.gov.im/news/2020/mar/16/coronavirus-measures-announced-to-protect-community-and-economy/
Those people, who are concerned with the current position and who do not wish to attend planned meetings or events are welcome to make that decision. Please DO communicate that you will not be attending.
Any further changes in Governmental advice will be mirrored by the IOMCA and we will communicate those changes as soon as we are able to so do.
Lucy Barnett Representing the Isle of Man and Derbyshire
Congratulations to Lucy Barnett, who whilst representing the Isle of Man EPP and U13s in 2020, will also have the opportunity to showcase her skills for the Derbyshire women and girl's squads. Lucy will continue with her EPP and Isle of Man U13 training and will join up with the Derbyshire girl's training later in the winter. She will then represent the Isle of Man and Derbyshire women and girl squads over the summer. This is just reward for her hard work and runs over the last few years.
Sporting Club Isle of Man
The recent launch of ‘Sporting Club IOM’ has no impact on cricket as a sport or on any cricketer or groups of players who wish to look at an alternative pathway under the Isle of Man name. The IOMCA, as the body linking with the ICC, provide all opportunities to play recognised representative cricket for the Isle of Man.
Sporting Club IOM, whilst promoting they have been 'established to support anyone in the local community with aspirations and dreams of playing within the top echelons of team sports’, have advised that this is only applicable to sports which either do not have that option available; or where the governing body feel that they need support in achieving regular off island competition. Currently this is Football and one other sport to be announced.
The IOMCA player pathway offers individuals of all ages opportunities to represent the Isle of Man on the world stage in ICC ranking competitions at certain ages. We are looking to expand these opportunities to women and girls and would like to confirm to players who wish to represent the Isle of Man that this is done through IOMCA player pathways.
The recent launch of ‘Sporting Club IOM’ has no impact on cricket as a sport or on any cricketer or groups of players who wish to look at an alternative pathway under the Isle of Man name. The IOMCA, as the body linking with the ICC, provide all opportunities to play recognised representative cricket for the Isle of Man.
Sporting Club IOM, whilst promoting they have been 'established to support anyone in the local community with aspirations and dreams of playing within the top echelons of team sports’, have advised that this is only applicable to sports which either do not have that option available; or where the governing body feel that they need support in achieving regular off island competition. Currently this is Football and one other sport to be announced.
The IOMCA player pathway offers individuals of all ages opportunities to represent the Isle of Man on the world stage in ICC ranking competitions at certain ages. We are looking to expand these opportunities to women and girls and would like to confirm to players who wish to represent the Isle of Man that this is done through IOMCA player pathways.
Indoor Winter Cricket Programme 2020
The Isle of Man Cricket Association is running an Indoor Cricket programme from the 16th February to the 5th April 2020.
The venue will be King William's College. The programme will aim to develop skills and fitness for boys, girls and women. For further details, costs and how to book, please see the accompanying flyer. Places are limited, so please don't delay.
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February 2020 Half Term Camps
The IOMCA will be running half term camps for players between 7 and 13 years old. The training camps will take place at King William's College. The camps are for 7-10 year olds, and 10 to 13 year olds. More details, dates and booking info can be found on by opening the flier.
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Safeguarding Statement December 2019
After the recent report referring to a breach of safeguarding in cricket the Isle of Man Cricket Association would like to reassure all parents and players with the following:
The Isle of Man Cricket Association have proactively encouraged the growth and development of our sport. A large focus has been on juniors playing which has seen a large number of new players attending our clubs.
To ensure the safety of these new and all existing players we have been actively working with Isle of Man Sport and the Isle of Man Safeguarding Children's Board to create policies and procedures for our clubs to follow to ensure this happens.
From 2018 all clubs with recognised junior sections have appropriate personnel in place to ensure the safety of children in our clubs.
The IOMCA have released the following Safeguarding statement to ensure clubs, parents and children understand what the IOMCA is doing to keep cricket safe.
“The Isle of Man Cricket Association acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and the Isle of Man Safeguarding Children's Board requirements’.
The IOMCA feel it appropriate to add that while we are saddened to read the report and our thoughts are with the victims, the named individual has not actively coached in cricket for over 8 years now.
After the recent report referring to a breach of safeguarding in cricket the Isle of Man Cricket Association would like to reassure all parents and players with the following:
The Isle of Man Cricket Association have proactively encouraged the growth and development of our sport. A large focus has been on juniors playing which has seen a large number of new players attending our clubs.
To ensure the safety of these new and all existing players we have been actively working with Isle of Man Sport and the Isle of Man Safeguarding Children's Board to create policies and procedures for our clubs to follow to ensure this happens.
From 2018 all clubs with recognised junior sections have appropriate personnel in place to ensure the safety of children in our clubs.
The IOMCA have released the following Safeguarding statement to ensure clubs, parents and children understand what the IOMCA is doing to keep cricket safe.
“The Isle of Man Cricket Association acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects responsibilities, government guidance and complies with best practice and the Isle of Man Safeguarding Children's Board requirements’.
The IOMCA feel it appropriate to add that while we are saddened to read the report and our thoughts are with the victims, the named individual has not actively coached in cricket for over 8 years now.
Manx Youth Games 2020
The 2020 Manx Youth Games training venues are available around the island with Crosby CC and Peel and St Johns CC holding there own training sessions for the first time in the west. The following sessions are available -
Peel & St Johns CC West @ St John's Primary School on Monday 6-7
Crosby CC West @ Marown Primary School on Tuesday 6-7
Castletown CC South @ The Buchan on Wednesday 6-7
Cronkboune CC East @ Scoill Vallajeelt on Thursday 6-7
Ramsey CC North @ Ramsey Grammar School on Friday 6-7
Finch Hill CC East @ St Ninian's Lower School on Friday 6-7
These sessions are for school years 2-4 and cost £1.
The Manx Youth Games will be held at Cronkbourne Cricket Club on May 16th.
Peel & St Johns CC West @ St John's Primary School on Monday 6-7
Crosby CC West @ Marown Primary School on Tuesday 6-7
Castletown CC South @ The Buchan on Wednesday 6-7
Cronkboune CC East @ Scoill Vallajeelt on Thursday 6-7
Ramsey CC North @ Ramsey Grammar School on Friday 6-7
Finch Hill CC East @ St Ninian's Lower School on Friday 6-7
These sessions are for school years 2-4 and cost £1.
The Manx Youth Games will be held at Cronkbourne Cricket Club on May 16th.
Inaugural Women and Girl's Sub Committee Meeting
The first women and girl's sub committee took place on the evening of Tuesday November 26th. Representatives included Bernie Haywood, Fiona Roome, Kate Butler, Katherine Clough, Janelle Clarke, Jenny Barnett and Sally Green. Lots was discussed including a review of 2019 which saw huge growth in the women and girl's game and with action points taken away to grow the game further in 2020 and beyond at all levels and ages. The next meeting is scheduled for 6:30 Tuesday January 21st.
Women in Sport Podcast: Cricket
Maya and Helen Helfrich as well as Sally Green recorded a women in sport cricket podcast with Rhian Evans from Manx Radio. The podcast discusses all things cricket including the women and girl's festivals, women and girl's pathway as well as why we love the game and dealing with nerves amongst many other things. The podcast is available to download from the below link. A huge thanks to Maya and Helen who spoke excellently.
Emerging Players Programme 2019/2020
Congratulations to Fraser Clarke who has gained a place on the Emerging Players Programme for 2019/2020. This is down to his hard work last season and his notable performances with the ball for his club and the Isle of Man U14 squad which he also captained. Ed Walker, Carl Hartmann, Jacob Butler, Luke Ward, Nathan Williams, Dollin Jansen, Joe Humphrey, Lucy Barnett and Tom Ward have also retained their places for 2019/2020. However, all players will be working hard extremely hard to achieve their expected fitness standards before Christmas.
Preparation Starts for 2020
Squad selections and high performance squad fitness took place on Saturday 5th October in preparation for the 2020 season. Younger players were trialling for places in the Under 13 and Under 15 squads whilst the Under 17 squad along with the Emerging Players Programme and the National Team underwent fitness benchmarking in preparation for their 20 week strength and conditioning programme which will be headed up by Isle of Man sport institute coaches.
The results will underpin the players individual programmes to assist them in achieving the required minimum standards for players who wish to access the high performance element of the player pathway. Players will be retested in 10 weeks before Christmas..
The expected standards are available to view in the fitness 4 cricket section in the player pathway area of the website.
Younger players will be informed early in the week to see if they were successful in achieving a place in the revamped age groups. The age group set up was altered to ensure high quality sides/players are training to represent the Isle of Man in their festivals and fixtures.
The results will underpin the players individual programmes to assist them in achieving the required minimum standards for players who wish to access the high performance element of the player pathway. Players will be retested in 10 weeks before Christmas..
The expected standards are available to view in the fitness 4 cricket section in the player pathway area of the website.
Younger players will be informed early in the week to see if they were successful in achieving a place in the revamped age groups. The age group set up was altered to ensure high quality sides/players are training to represent the Isle of Man in their festivals and fixtures.
Roome Family in IOM Today
Garreth, Fiona, Cameron and Lucas Roome were in IOM Today discussing life on the Isle of Man since moving from South Africa and the many opportunities to get involved in the community particularly through sport and cricket with the whole family being involved through playing, coaching and scoring.
George Burrows off to Australia
EPP, National Team and Finch Hill player George Burrows is going to Australia this winter to play his cricket for Lake View Cricket Club who play in the Eastern Goldfields Cricket Association league. After scoring 2463 runs in 2019 this will be a good opportunity for George to challenge his skills ready for World Cup qualifiers in 2020.
Women & Girl's Soft Ball Festivals 2019
In 2019 the IOMCA ran 9 women and girl's soft ball festivals across the Isle of Man for the first time. All in all over 110 new participants took part across the summer. Of these participants, nearly all the players took part in more than one festival demonstrating the desire to play even more cricket! Many of the participants played cricket for the first time and a large number who have been watching their husbands, sons, daughters and brothers plays decided it was their turn to give it a go. Participants were able to enter individually and be put in a team or enter as a team. Each of the players received a Cric Start bat and ball set as well as a hoodie or t shirt. Thanks to Ramsey and Castletown who entered a team in every festival and Ramsey Hockey Club, Finch Hill and Cronkbourne who also entered teams.
The clubs who hosted did a fantastic job putting on excellent teas and preparing pitches. Thanks to Ramsey, Peel and St Johns, Finch Hill, Cronkbourne and Valkyres who each hosted one festival and Crosby and Castletown who did two festivals each. Thanks to all the scorers and umpires. Keep an eye out for updates and activities in the winter.
The clubs who hosted did a fantastic job putting on excellent teas and preparing pitches. Thanks to Ramsey, Peel and St Johns, Finch Hill, Cronkbourne and Valkyres who each hosted one festival and Crosby and Castletown who did two festivals each. Thanks to all the scorers and umpires. Keep an eye out for updates and activities in the winter.
Record Breaking Numbers at the Finch Hill Festival
Six teams and over 50 women and girls of varying ages played at the Finch Hill soft ball festival on Saturday 6th July. There were teams from Ramsey CC, Ramsey Hockey Club, Castletown CC, Cronkbourne CC and a combined Finch Hill CC and Castletown CC. There was some excellent cricket played with some very close matches. Well done to all the players and thanks to Finch Hill CC for hosting and providing such a lovely tea.
The evening before also saw the first all girls team play in the Finch Hill kwik cricket festival. The south and east girl's team have been training every Tuesday evening at King William's College and improved significantly over the festival. Well done girls!!
The evening before also saw the first all girls team play in the Finch Hill kwik cricket festival. The south and east girl's team have been training every Tuesday evening at King William's College and improved significantly over the festival. Well done girls!!
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Busy Week for Women & Girl's Cricket on the Isle of Man
It has been a busy week for women and girl's cricket on the Isle of Man.
What will next week bring??
For more information on women and girl's cricket please see the women and girl's page under clubs header.
- It started on Saturday 15th June at Crosby Cricket Club with the first women and girl's soft ball cricket festival. Two teams of 19 players of various ages played two matches with a tea break in-between.
- Sunday 16th June saw Lucy Barnett play her third game for the Development XI in the Premier League versus Castletown.
- Monday 17th (and Monday 10th June) had 33 Rainbows, Brownies and Guides from St Ninians have a soft ball cricket taster session on Nobles Park.
- Regionalised girls training has been taking place on Tuesdays at King William's College for the south and east and Thursdays at Ramsey Grammar School for the north and west with good numbers at both. Tuesday 18th June also saw the last session for the King William's College girls for the school year.
- On Wednesday 19th June the Community Games took place at the NSC. The IOMCA partnered with Cricket Factory to give a really unique and fun experience for over 100 secondary school girls.
What will next week bring??
For more information on women and girl's cricket please see the women and girl's page under clubs header.
Women and Girls Soft Ball Cricket Festivals 2019
To increase opportunities for women and girls to play in an all female environment the IOMCA have organised a series of festivals for anyone to came along and 'give cricket a go'.
Lots of fun initiatives and incentives for all daughters, mums, big sisters, little sisters, aunties, granddaughters and grandmothers
Dates and details are on the attached file.
Lots of fun initiatives and incentives for all daughters, mums, big sisters, little sisters, aunties, granddaughters and grandmothers
Dates and details are on the attached file.
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Lucy Barnett and Sally Green Speak on Manx Radio
Lucy Barnett and Sally Green were talking with Rhian Evans on Manx Radio about women and girl's cricket on the Isle of Man and future plans for growth. The interview with Lucy Barnett and Sally Green is on the below link
http://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-sport/women-cricket-team-hopes-to-compete-on-world-stage/
http://www.manxradio.com/news/isle-of-man-sport/women-cricket-team-hopes-to-compete-on-world-stage/
Additional Venue Added for TT Cricket Camps
The IOMCA camps continue to be popular as a way for players to spend their days during school holidays.
Initial bookings for the camp scheduled at Crosby CC saw the camp oversubscribe in a very short space of time.
Our policy of trying to ensure we never have to turn players away has meant we have scheduled another camp at King William's College on the same dates and times.
If you are looking for a last minute booking please contact me ASAP as both are very close to full.
Initial bookings for the camp scheduled at Crosby CC saw the camp oversubscribe in a very short space of time.
Our policy of trying to ensure we never have to turn players away has meant we have scheduled another camp at King William's College on the same dates and times.
If you are looking for a last minute booking please contact me ASAP as both are very close to full.
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Community cricket coach vacancies
COMMUNITY CRICKET COACH
Isle of Man Cricket Association (IOMCA)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Community Cricket Coach
Hours: Flexible - minimum 20 hours per week
Salary: £8.00 - £12 per hour depending on experience
Contract period: Until Sept 2019
Responsible to: Cricket Development Officer, High-Performance Coach.
This temporary position presents an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to become part of an organisation which is committed to growing participation and interest in cricket on the Isle of Man. This role requires organisational skills, coaching skills, leadership, enthusiasm, communication skills and the ability to relate to and enthuse all stakeholders within the game of cricket.
For further details on how to apply, please see below
Closing Date for applications: Friday June 7th 2019
Isle of Man Cricket Association (IOMCA)
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Community Cricket Coach
Hours: Flexible - minimum 20 hours per week
Salary: £8.00 - £12 per hour depending on experience
Contract period: Until Sept 2019
Responsible to: Cricket Development Officer, High-Performance Coach.
This temporary position presents an exciting opportunity for the successful candidate to become part of an organisation which is committed to growing participation and interest in cricket on the Isle of Man. This role requires organisational skills, coaching skills, leadership, enthusiasm, communication skills and the ability to relate to and enthuse all stakeholders within the game of cricket.
For further details on how to apply, please see below
Closing Date for applications: Friday June 7th 2019
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Regionalised Girl's Cricket Training
New for 2019 is regionalised weekly girl's soft ball cricket training for 8-15 year olds across the island.
All sessions are free of charge
Free Cric Start t shirt for all new participants
Free Cric Start soft ball bat and ball for all participants
South & East Girl's Training Dates -
Tuesday 21st May
Tuesday 28th May
Tuesday 11th June
Tuesday 18th June
Tuesday 25th June
Tuesday 2nd July
Tuesday 9th July
Tuesday 16th July
All sessions 6-7:30 at King William's College. Meet outside the main pavilion.
North & West Girl's Training Dates -
Thursday 23rd May
Thursday 30th May
Thursday 13th June
Thursday 20th June
Thursday 27th June
Thursday 4th July
Thursday 11th July
Thursday 18th July
All sessions at Ramsay Grammar School (meet cricket pitch side).
To express your interest please email sallygreen82@hotmail.co.uk
All sessions are free of charge
Free Cric Start t shirt for all new participants
Free Cric Start soft ball bat and ball for all participants
South & East Girl's Training Dates -
Tuesday 21st May
Tuesday 28th May
Tuesday 11th June
Tuesday 18th June
Tuesday 25th June
Tuesday 2nd July
Tuesday 9th July
Tuesday 16th July
All sessions 6-7:30 at King William's College. Meet outside the main pavilion.
North & West Girl's Training Dates -
Thursday 23rd May
Thursday 30th May
Thursday 13th June
Thursday 20th June
Thursday 27th June
Thursday 4th July
Thursday 11th July
Thursday 18th July
All sessions at Ramsay Grammar School (meet cricket pitch side).
To express your interest please email sallygreen82@hotmail.co.uk
'give cricket a go'
Castletown CC are hosting an all inclusive event this weekend where all are welcome to go along and 'give cricket a go'
All people welcome.
All people welcome.
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Summer Cric Kids Dates Announced
Aimed at children aged between 3-6 years of age (all children should be accompanied by an adult). These sessions are based around developing cricketers of the future both boys and girls. The aim is to develop athletic skills, very basic transferable cricket skills, teamwork and most importantly of all to have fun!
After the success of Cric Kids over the winter further dates have been added over the summer. These are -
April 28th
May 12th
May 26th
June 16th
June 30th
July 14th
All sessions are 10-11 outside at King Williams College (on the astro turf cricket pitch side). The cost is £2 per session (paid on the day) and all new participants will receive a free Cric Start t shirt. Please email Sally Green sallygreen82@hotmail.co.uk to register your interest.
After the success of Cric Kids over the winter further dates have been added over the summer. These are -
April 28th
May 12th
May 26th
June 16th
June 30th
July 14th
All sessions are 10-11 outside at King Williams College (on the astro turf cricket pitch side). The cost is £2 per session (paid on the day) and all new participants will receive a free Cric Start t shirt. Please email Sally Green sallygreen82@hotmail.co.uk to register your interest.
Easter Camps
Following on from the success of the Feb half term camps we have extended the Easter camps opportunities.
We have booked both halls at Bemahague to allow a mixture of ages to run side by side and will also be using Bemahague for the younger ages too.
There will also be a camp running April 1st & 2nd which has been requested as the Buchan break up a week earlier.
These days will be a great opportunity to prepare for the season.
Dates and booking details are below
We have booked both halls at Bemahague to allow a mixture of ages to run side by side and will also be using Bemahague for the younger ages too.
There will also be a camp running April 1st & 2nd which has been requested as the Buchan break up a week earlier.
These days will be a great opportunity to prepare for the season.
Dates and booking details are below
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Cricket Links with Isle of Man Creamery to Promote Nutrition and Hydration Week
The Isle of Man Cricket Association has joined forces with Isle of Man Creamery to give every squad player a free pint of milk as part of Nutrition and Hydration Week which is the 11th to 16th March 2019. Isle of Man Creamery will be at squad training at 2:30 between the U12s and the U13s training sessions at the NSC on the 16th March. Nutrition and Hydration week aims to highlight, promote and celebrate improvements in the provision of nutrition and hydration locally, nationally and globally. The IOMCA has provided nutrition workshops in the past and continually encourages all players to have a healthy diet. Milk is an important part of a cricketer's diet as it builds healthy bones and teeth, serves as a source of energy, builds and repairs muscle tissue and maintains healthy red blood cells.
The IOMCA and Isle of Man Creamery are looking at the possibility of having all cricket teas for club and representative squads to be based solely on Manx produce in 2019.
The IOMCA and Isle of Man Creamery are looking at the possibility of having all cricket teas for club and representative squads to be based solely on Manx produce in 2019.
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Second Round of Winter Activities Released
The second set of winter cricket activities being run at King William's College have been released.
These are the second group of sessions being run under the new Cric-Start programme. The IOMCA's newly branded community development programme to boost playing opportunities for all ages and abilities.
After the first round of activities where nearly every set were fully booked we have decided to continue with the Cric-Kids, the 3-6 year olds and then put an emphasis on the 'cricket family'.
There are parent and child opportunities and an all Mums and Daughters section included in this round of activities.
Download the file for details of available options and how to enrol.
These are the second group of sessions being run under the new Cric-Start programme. The IOMCA's newly branded community development programme to boost playing opportunities for all ages and abilities.
After the first round of activities where nearly every set were fully booked we have decided to continue with the Cric-Kids, the 3-6 year olds and then put an emphasis on the 'cricket family'.
There are parent and child opportunities and an all Mums and Daughters section included in this round of activities.
Download the file for details of available options and how to enrol.
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Soft Ball Cricket for Girlguiding Groups
The Isle of Man Cricket Association is joining forces with Girlguiding in the Isle of Man. Girlguiding Isle of Man is the island's largest voluntary youth organisation comprising 65 groups catering for ages from 5 years to 26 years. Girlguiding IOM includes Rainbows (5-7 years), Brownies (7-10 years), Guides (10-14 years), Rangers (14-18 years) and the Senior Section (14-25 years).
Each of the Girlguiding groups across the Isle of Man will be offered a free soft ball cricket taster session to help promote girl's cricket across the island. So far it has proven to be very popular!
Each of the Girlguiding groups across the Isle of Man will be offered a free soft ball cricket taster session to help promote girl's cricket across the island. So far it has proven to be very popular!
February Half Term Camps
The IOMCA will be running half term camps for players between 7 and 16 years old. Due to previous popularity we will be running camps at Bemahague school along with King Williams college. The camps are for 9-11 year olds, 12-16 year olds and 7-10 year olds.
More details, dates and booking info can be found on by opening the flyer.
More details, dates and booking info can be found on by opening the flyer.
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Cricketers Launch Manx Youth Games 2019
EPP players Eddie Beard and George Burrows had the privilege of giving a presentation at the 18th Manx Youth Games launch on January 14th. They spoke of their journey from Manx Youth Games kwik cricketers to Isle of Man internationals competing on a world stage 10 years later. Their presentation was in front of the Minister for Education, Sport and Culture Mr Cregeen, a number of MHKs and HSBC representatives. They then gave an interview to Isle of Man radio. Accompanying their presentation was a video which can be seen on the EPP page.
Manx Youth Games sessions start week commencing January 21st in all regions and new for 2019 is a girls only session. The Manx Youth Games is to be held at Cronkbourne Cricket Club on May 18th. For more details please look at the Manx Sport and Recreation page under Community.
Manx Youth Games sessions start week commencing January 21st in all regions and new for 2019 is a girls only session. The Manx Youth Games is to be held at Cronkbourne Cricket Club on May 18th. For more details please look at the Manx Sport and Recreation page under Community.
Winter Cricket Activities
The IOMCA have released details of their first group of winter cricket activities being run at King Williams College.
These are the first group of sessions being run under the new Cric-Start programme. The IOMCA's newly branded community development programme to boost playing opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Download the file for details of available options and how to enrol.
These are the first group of sessions being run under the new Cric-Start programme. The IOMCA's newly branded community development programme to boost playing opportunities for all ages and abilities.
Download the file for details of available options and how to enrol.
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Isle of Man Fast & Spin Bowling Clinics
The first of a series of fast and spin bowling clinics took place on Saturday 8th December at the NSC. Players were selected with a view to representing the national team in the future.
The bowlers were given the opportunity to have their actions filmed and then specific areas were reviewed. They were then given certain intervention drills and training methods to develop their particular areas of focus.
The first session was based around the fast bowlers looking at their bases and alignment and the spinners focusing on grips and spinning the ball big!
The fast bowling group were principally selected due to their physical attributes and in particular height with a view to finding a 6 foot plus 90mph bowler of the future.
The bowlers were given the opportunity to have their actions filmed and then specific areas were reviewed. They were then given certain intervention drills and training methods to develop their particular areas of focus.
The first session was based around the fast bowlers looking at their bases and alignment and the spinners focusing on grips and spinning the ball big!
The fast bowling group were principally selected due to their physical attributes and in particular height with a view to finding a 6 foot plus 90mph bowler of the future.
Facebook update
The IOMCA are currently looking at ways to promote its activities and engage with the wider community and as a result have launched a new Facebook page.
Click the below icon to direct you to the site.:
Click the below icon to direct you to the site.:
Emerging Players Programme Intake Announced for 2018-2019
Congratulations to George Burrows, Eddie Beard, Ed Walker, Charlie Beard, Carl Hartmann, Jacob Butler, Luke Ward, Nathan Williams, Dollin Jansen, Joe Humphrey, Lucy Barnett and Tom Ward who form the Emerging Players Programme for 2018-2019. This is down to their hard work last season and notable performances for their clubs and in IOMCA representative games. Please see individual pages in the Emerging Players Programme section for more information.
IOMCA Squads Selected for 2018-19
Due to the numbers and performances at trials the IOMCA has decided to increase their number of age group squads from U10, U12, U14 and U16 to U10, U11, U12, U13, U14 and U17 for the 2018-19 season. The individual squads are in the age group pages in player pathway. Congratulations to those players selected.
Due to the numbers and performances at trials the IOMCA has decided to increase their number of age group squads from U10, U12, U14 and U16 to U10, U11, U12, U13, U14 and U17 for the 2018-19 season. The individual squads are in the age group pages in player pathway. Congratulations to those players selected.
Innovation in Coaching Award
The IOMCA Emerging Players and Academy programme were recently nominated for the Isle of Man Sport 'Accolade for Innovation in Coaching' award. The award was established by Isle of Man Sport to help showcase coaching best practice and the amazing pool of talent in the island. This is testament to the hard work of the EPP and Academy players and coaches which has seen much improved performances on the pitch for their own clubs, the IOMCA Development XI and in English festivals.
2018 Domestic Season closes
After another season seeing more games, runs and wickets it is worth acknowledging the individual performances of players.
Isle of Man Cricket 2018 Roll of Honour
This list of players acknowledges the achievements of players who have scored over 1000 runs, taken over 50 wickets as bowlers or completed over 20 fielding dismissals.
Batting:
Eddie Beard 1855 runs (ave 41.22) Under 17 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Nathan Williams 1496 runs (ave 36.49) Under 12 Castletown/IOMCA Development squads
Luke Ward 1377 runs (ave 25.04) Under 13 Ramsey/IOMCA Development squads
George Burrows 1317 runs (ave 36.58) Under 18 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Joseph Humphrey 1159 runs (ave 22.29) Under 12 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Ollie Webster 1144 runs (ave 45.76) Peel & St Johns
Carl Hartmann 1125 runs (ave 23.44) Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Charlie Beard 1085 runs (ave 49.32) Under 15 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Tom Ward 1061 runs (ave 25.88) Under 11 Ramsey/IOMCA Development squads
Bowling:
Jacob Butler 99 wickets Under 13 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Nathan Williams 77 wickets Under 12 Castletown/IOMCA Development squads
Edward Walker 64 wickets Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Toby Poole-Wilson 62 wickets Under 13 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Fraser Clarke 53 wickets Under 13 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Kieran Cawte 52 wickets Peel & St Johns
Fielding:
Carl Hartmann 46 (33 catches, 3 stumping & 10 run outs) Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Eddie Beard 30 (22 catches & 8 run outs) Under 17 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
George Burrows 28 (15 catches, 8 stumping & 5 run outs) Under 18 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Wasim Khan 21 (18 catches, 2 stumping & 1 run out) Valkyres
Ollie Webster 20 (20 catches) Peel & St Johns
This list highlights the top 5 batting and bowling performances over the season:
Batting:
Jamie Brown 189 Crosby vs Valkyres
Christian Webster 152 Finch Hill U13 vs Cronkbourne U13
Ollie Webster 143 Peel & St Johns vs IOMCA Development XI
Tom Ward 140 not out Ramsey U11 vs Cronkbourne U11
Jared Shepherd 139 not out Cronkbourne U11 vs Ramsey U11
Bowling:
Edward Walker 7/21 Crosby vs Valkyres
Ben Haworth 6/13 Cronkbourne vs Valkyres
Ollie Eyres 6/17 Ramsey U11 vs Castletown U11
Ryder Spencer 5/8 Cronkbourne U11 vs Castletown U11
Harry Deering 5/8 Cronkbourne U11 vs Castletown U11
Isle of Man Cricket 2018 Roll of Honour
This list of players acknowledges the achievements of players who have scored over 1000 runs, taken over 50 wickets as bowlers or completed over 20 fielding dismissals.
Batting:
Eddie Beard 1855 runs (ave 41.22) Under 17 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Nathan Williams 1496 runs (ave 36.49) Under 12 Castletown/IOMCA Development squads
Luke Ward 1377 runs (ave 25.04) Under 13 Ramsey/IOMCA Development squads
George Burrows 1317 runs (ave 36.58) Under 18 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Joseph Humphrey 1159 runs (ave 22.29) Under 12 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Ollie Webster 1144 runs (ave 45.76) Peel & St Johns
Carl Hartmann 1125 runs (ave 23.44) Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Charlie Beard 1085 runs (ave 49.32) Under 15 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Tom Ward 1061 runs (ave 25.88) Under 11 Ramsey/IOMCA Development squads
Bowling:
Jacob Butler 99 wickets Under 13 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Nathan Williams 77 wickets Under 12 Castletown/IOMCA Development squads
Edward Walker 64 wickets Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Toby Poole-Wilson 62 wickets Under 13 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Fraser Clarke 53 wickets Under 13 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Kieran Cawte 52 wickets Peel & St Johns
Fielding:
Carl Hartmann 46 (33 catches, 3 stumping & 10 run outs) Under 14 Crosby/IOMCA Development squads
Eddie Beard 30 (22 catches & 8 run outs) Under 17 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
George Burrows 28 (15 catches, 8 stumping & 5 run outs) Under 18 Finch Hill/IOMCA Development squads
Wasim Khan 21 (18 catches, 2 stumping & 1 run out) Valkyres
Ollie Webster 20 (20 catches) Peel & St Johns
This list highlights the top 5 batting and bowling performances over the season:
Batting:
Jamie Brown 189 Crosby vs Valkyres
Christian Webster 152 Finch Hill U13 vs Cronkbourne U13
Ollie Webster 143 Peel & St Johns vs IOMCA Development XI
Tom Ward 140 not out Ramsey U11 vs Cronkbourne U11
Jared Shepherd 139 not out Cronkbourne U11 vs Ramsey U11
Bowling:
Edward Walker 7/21 Crosby vs Valkyres
Ben Haworth 6/13 Cronkbourne vs Valkyres
Ollie Eyres 6/17 Ramsey U11 vs Castletown U11
Ryder Spencer 5/8 Cronkbourne U11 vs Castletown U11
Harry Deering 5/8 Cronkbourne U11 vs Castletown U11
IOMCA Age Group Reports 2018 Festivals
Detailed reports of the IOMCA Under 10, 12 and 14's performances in their festivals in England are available to view in the player pathway section and their respective age group.
Law Changes video and Player Behaviour tool.
The close season has seen over 200 rule changes to the laws of cricket. The ECBACO have produced a simplified video which explains these in a way you will enjoy updating yourself with these essential changes.
Copy and paste this to your browser to view:
https://www.ecb.co.uk/be-involved/officials/resources?utm_campaign=1121728_New%20Laws%20%26%20Player%20Behaviour%20-%20March%202018%20-%20Clubs&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Email_Clubs&utm_content=New%20Laws%20Video&dm_i=2SWP,O1J4,3MOZSR,2GWOS,1
Copy and paste this to your browser to view:
https://www.ecb.co.uk/be-involved/officials/resources?utm_campaign=1121728_New%20Laws%20%26%20Player%20Behaviour%20-%20March%202018%20-%20Clubs&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Email_Clubs&utm_content=New%20Laws%20Video&dm_i=2SWP,O1J4,3MOZSR,2GWOS,1
Kit to Sri Lanka Update.
After an earlier appeal the clubs on the Isle of Man rallied round to donate kit which is being delivered by Rob Weight to promote cricket in Sri Lanka.
An appeal was made as follows:
Rob Weight is heading off to Sri Lanka in March next year with the Somerset over 50's. They are also looking at supporting the local communities and donating some equipment.
If you have any unwanted kit please get in contact with Rob and he will arrange collection.
Clubs came through and Rob has asked us to publish the following:
" A big thanks to everyone that donated their old kit, the package from the IOM has arrived in Sri Lanka and I will be in Colombo next week to hand it over to a local charity. The response from IOM was fantastic and with the equipment collected from the other Somerset players I'm sure many kids out there will be using the kit and most importantly playing cricket."
Cheers Rob.
Enjoy the trip Rob!
An appeal was made as follows:
Rob Weight is heading off to Sri Lanka in March next year with the Somerset over 50's. They are also looking at supporting the local communities and donating some equipment.
If you have any unwanted kit please get in contact with Rob and he will arrange collection.
Clubs came through and Rob has asked us to publish the following:
" A big thanks to everyone that donated their old kit, the package from the IOM has arrived in Sri Lanka and I will be in Colombo next week to hand it over to a local charity. The response from IOM was fantastic and with the equipment collected from the other Somerset players I'm sure many kids out there will be using the kit and most importantly playing cricket."
Cheers Rob.
Enjoy the trip Rob!
IOMCA Club Update.
The IOMCA have secured an increased scorecard grant due to the activity on the Island and as such have put together certain initiatives to benefit cricket and its growth.
The following initiatives are in place and may be something you as a club would like to discuss.
Schools coaching
The IOMCA have invested through MSR into an initiative which will look to give every child (primary school age) the opportunity to play cricket and hopefully then join one of our clubs.
During the Primary schools sport partnership phase (easter to TT) there will be 65 days coaching offered between schools where a specialist coach either Sally Green or George Burrows will go into primary schools and try to enthuse them into joining a club.
Outside of this we are also delivering in 2 or 3 schools per half term a 5 or 6 week programme which is targeted to reception and key stage 1 children with a view to develop their all round athleticism (physical literacy) and again see if we can get these children into clubs early. This will be using the CricKids initiative we have run for the last 3 years and all clubs are encouraged to sign up for this and become a host club. Training will be given to coaches or parents as to what to deliver at no cost and will hopefully bring a future generation of cricketers along.
Facilities
To enhance the playing experience at clubs all clubs will look to have minimum standard ground requirements.
These will be confirmed in due course after consultation but it is likely to be sight screens, electronic scoreboard and boundary rope for premier league clubs.
The IOMCA will support clubs in buying these and will speak to clubs individually to assess their requirements.
All purchases will have to be through Durrant cricket as they have agreed to become our equipment supplier and will offer special rates to the IOMCA on their products.
New activity initiatives
The IOMCA have allocated a sum of money which clubs can bid in to to cover the costs for NEW activities which may bring new players into clubs. Clubs can access between £200 and £1000 in supporting these initiatives.
Clubs will need to write an outline plan for these activities and at the end produce receipts etc to show the money has been purposefully spent along with numbers and details of the participants involved.
There will be annual priorities like Women and Girls, modified games etc.
Again more details will follow but please start to think how you can engage in this.
2018 will also see us starting to look at developing an indoor centre which can host all year round activity and cater for the growth we are seeing in our sport.
If you would like to discuss any of these initiatives further please contact me at IOMcricket@hotmail.com
Please share this info with your club members.
The following initiatives are in place and may be something you as a club would like to discuss.
Schools coaching
The IOMCA have invested through MSR into an initiative which will look to give every child (primary school age) the opportunity to play cricket and hopefully then join one of our clubs.
During the Primary schools sport partnership phase (easter to TT) there will be 65 days coaching offered between schools where a specialist coach either Sally Green or George Burrows will go into primary schools and try to enthuse them into joining a club.
Outside of this we are also delivering in 2 or 3 schools per half term a 5 or 6 week programme which is targeted to reception and key stage 1 children with a view to develop their all round athleticism (physical literacy) and again see if we can get these children into clubs early. This will be using the CricKids initiative we have run for the last 3 years and all clubs are encouraged to sign up for this and become a host club. Training will be given to coaches or parents as to what to deliver at no cost and will hopefully bring a future generation of cricketers along.
Facilities
To enhance the playing experience at clubs all clubs will look to have minimum standard ground requirements.
These will be confirmed in due course after consultation but it is likely to be sight screens, electronic scoreboard and boundary rope for premier league clubs.
The IOMCA will support clubs in buying these and will speak to clubs individually to assess their requirements.
All purchases will have to be through Durrant cricket as they have agreed to become our equipment supplier and will offer special rates to the IOMCA on their products.
New activity initiatives
The IOMCA have allocated a sum of money which clubs can bid in to to cover the costs for NEW activities which may bring new players into clubs. Clubs can access between £200 and £1000 in supporting these initiatives.
Clubs will need to write an outline plan for these activities and at the end produce receipts etc to show the money has been purposefully spent along with numbers and details of the participants involved.
There will be annual priorities like Women and Girls, modified games etc.
Again more details will follow but please start to think how you can engage in this.
2018 will also see us starting to look at developing an indoor centre which can host all year round activity and cater for the growth we are seeing in our sport.
If you would like to discuss any of these initiatives further please contact me at IOMcricket@hotmail.com
Please share this info with your club members.
ICC Playing conditions.
The new ICC playing conditions have been released.
Please see below to download a copy of the new ICC Playing Handbook 2017-2018.
It is 400+ double sided pages which is twice the size of previous handbooks courtesy of the playing conditions, which have doubled in size as they now incorporate the Laws of Cricket (previously they cross-referenced to the Laws instead of being inclusive).
Please see below to download a copy of the new ICC Playing Handbook 2017-2018.
It is 400+ double sided pages which is twice the size of previous handbooks courtesy of the playing conditions, which have doubled in size as they now incorporate the Laws of Cricket (previously they cross-referenced to the Laws instead of being inclusive).
| icc_playing_handbook_2017_2018_digital.pdf |
Kit to Sri Lanka.
Rob Weight is heading off to Sri Lanka in March next year with the Somerset over 50's. Whilst there they are also looking at supporting the local communities and donating some equipment.
If you have any unwanted kit please get in contact with Rob and he will arrange collection.
Full details are on the PDF below.
Your support would be greatly appreciated.
If you have any unwanted kit please get in contact with Rob and he will arrange collection.
Full details are on the PDF below.
Your support would be greatly appreciated.
| sri_lanka_2018_appeal.pdf |
ICC Regulations on Cricket Helmets.
The ICC have released their regulations for the use of cricket helmets. These will be strictly monitored in ICC comps but should also be observed when purchasing kit for increased player safety. Released 2 years to the day after the tragic death of Phil Hughes it is an event nobody wants to see happen again.
Read below:
Hello Everyone,
This note is to remind all Boards and their teams that from 1 January 2017, only helmets certified to BS7928:2013 shall be permitted to be worn by players when batting in international cricket matches. While it is not compulsory to wear a helmet at all times when batting, when a helmet is worn it must be certified to the new British Standard.
This decision was made by CEC in June this year, and the ICC Clothing & Equipment regulations have been updated to reflect this decision, with enforcement of the new helmet requirement commencing on 1 January 2017.
The issue will be policed in the same way as other clothing & equipment breaches, with the ICC Cricket Operations department being notified of potential breaches by match officials, with the video footage then being reviewed to confirm a breach before any notice is sent to the player’s Board.
A player continuing to wear non-compliant helmets after 1 January will be given two warnings (only one warning per match) before sanctions will apply.
The ICC and its Members have made this decision to ensure international cricketers are wearing the safest available helmets when playing international cricket, and Members have an important role to play in ensuring all their players are wearing British Standards compliant helmets.
To that end, a presentation has been put together to help educate Members and their players as to why the standard was revised, which makes of helmet are compliant, and what happens if a player continues to wear a non-compliant helmet. The link to the presentation is below:
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AiU9cezTDuMPiEgagD21sULleho9
It is strongly recommended that each Board identifies an internal process by which players can check whether their helmets are compliant or not, and that process be included as the last slide in the presentation.
In recent international matches, there have still been a number of players wearing non-compliant helmets when batting, so please discuss this with all players in your team as soon as practical. If the ICC can assist your Board in identifying particular players that have been wearing non-compliant helmets, please get in touch with Clive Hitchcock or myself.
The ICC does not want to have to apply sanctions for players wearing non-compliant helmets, so please work with your players and the ICC to ensure that the safest possible helmets are being worn prior to the introduction of these regulations on 1 January.
Read below:
Hello Everyone,
This note is to remind all Boards and their teams that from 1 January 2017, only helmets certified to BS7928:2013 shall be permitted to be worn by players when batting in international cricket matches. While it is not compulsory to wear a helmet at all times when batting, when a helmet is worn it must be certified to the new British Standard.
This decision was made by CEC in June this year, and the ICC Clothing & Equipment regulations have been updated to reflect this decision, with enforcement of the new helmet requirement commencing on 1 January 2017.
The issue will be policed in the same way as other clothing & equipment breaches, with the ICC Cricket Operations department being notified of potential breaches by match officials, with the video footage then being reviewed to confirm a breach before any notice is sent to the player’s Board.
A player continuing to wear non-compliant helmets after 1 January will be given two warnings (only one warning per match) before sanctions will apply.
The ICC and its Members have made this decision to ensure international cricketers are wearing the safest available helmets when playing international cricket, and Members have an important role to play in ensuring all their players are wearing British Standards compliant helmets.
To that end, a presentation has been put together to help educate Members and their players as to why the standard was revised, which makes of helmet are compliant, and what happens if a player continues to wear a non-compliant helmet. The link to the presentation is below:
https://1drv.ms/f/s!AiU9cezTDuMPiEgagD21sULleho9
It is strongly recommended that each Board identifies an internal process by which players can check whether their helmets are compliant or not, and that process be included as the last slide in the presentation.
In recent international matches, there have still been a number of players wearing non-compliant helmets when batting, so please discuss this with all players in your team as soon as practical. If the ICC can assist your Board in identifying particular players that have been wearing non-compliant helmets, please get in touch with Clive Hitchcock or myself.
The ICC does not want to have to apply sanctions for players wearing non-compliant helmets, so please work with your players and the ICC to ensure that the safest possible helmets are being worn prior to the introduction of these regulations on 1 January.
IOM Sport support lecture.
The world of sports psychology can be as complex as an athletes mind when under pressure. Dr Stephen Peters author off the chimp paradox has started a company to explain his theory of the chimp brain. See below for details of how to enrol to attend.
