Cricket

Cricket runs in term 1 and 4. There are different grades for ages and experience. 

Super Smash (Year 0, 1, 2 and 3): Skill sessions

Games will be played at Smallbone Park on Thursdays from 3:30-5pm. This will start on Thursday 17th February. This will be a fun mix of cricket skills and modified games designed to enthuse the youngsters about playing cricket. At this level the children are not put into teams and no parent coaches are required but help on the day is always appreciated. Uniform is not necessary for this grade.

Incrediball Cricket (Year 4 to 6): Confident bowlers and batters

Games will be played at Smallbone Park on Thursdays from 3:30-5pm. This will start on Thursday 17th February. Teams of eight participate in a skills session then play a game. It is designed for older children or those with a bit of experience. Parent coaches are needed at this level and all gear is supplied by Rotorua cricket. The blue Otonga sports shirt (can be ordered from Embroidme) and Royal blue shorts are required for this level.

Hardball Cricket (Year 5 and 6): Full cricket gear

Cricket Teams were formed in Term 4, 2021 and will continue through term 1. Children who were hoping to play this grade, it is recommended that Incrediball is played this term and you sign up for hardball in term 4. *Saturday mornings at Puarenga Park.

Contact Mr Walden at cwalden@otonga.school.nz 

Please click here for the Cricket 2022 (Term 1) Registration Notice