Cricket Handbook - The Southport School

CRICKET2011 GPS Cricket DrawNote: That due to ground availability for schools Year 8, 10, 1st XI and Open4ths all play at a venue together and Year 9, 11, Open 2nds and Open 3rdstravel together to the opposite venue. i.e. for a ‘Home’ game 1st XI, 4ths, Year10 and 8s would all be at TSS and 2nds, 3rds, Year 11 and 9s would all be at theaway venue (eg. BGS).ROUND DATE OPPONENT 1st XI / 4th XI /Yr 8/10s2nd / 3rd XI /Yr 9/11sGPS T20 20/21 Jan All GPS Yr 9As BBC NAGPS T20 22/23 Jan All GPS 1stXI BGS NA1 29/30 Jan Festival of Cricket TSS TSS2 5 Feb NC NC TSS3 12 Feb ACGS TSS ACGS4 19 Feb BSHS BSHS TSS5 26 Feb TGS TSS TGS6 5 Mar BGS BGS TSS7 12 Mar GT TSS GT8 19 Mar IGS IGS TSS9 26 Mar BBC TSS BBCMatch Day & Wet WeatherProceduresFor home matches boys shouldarrive at least 60 minutes before thescheduled start of play. Boys shoulddress in correct uniform (refer touniform p.12 in this manual). This willallow enough time for a correct warmupand covers to be folded.For away matches boys should arriveat least 15 minutes before the busdeparture time.It is up to boys to find out game andbus times. These will be displayed onthe School Sports Noticeboard and onthe School website.Wet Weather ProcedureIn the event of rain on days prior tothe Saturday match, an announcementwill be made regarding cancellationat school assembly on Thursday.Should rain fall on Friday, phone theTSS Sports Info hotline: Wet WeatherLine – 07 5531 9860 or check the TSSwebsite.7

Playing Times & VenuesNote: Players are required to be at games 60 min before start time for warm up.Bus times may vary depending on where games are being played for away games.Venue (1):1st X1 9.00am to 5.40pm (60 overs)Yr10A 8.30am to 1.30pm (40 overs)Yr10B 1.45am to 5.45pm (30 overs)Yr8A 8.30am to 1.30pm (40 overs)Yr8B 1.45am to 5.45pm (30 overs)Other games eg, C, Ds are arrangedby mutual agreement (all 30 overs)8.30am to 12.30pm or 1.45pm to5.45pmGPS Schools:Playing Field AddressesSchool Code School Playing Fields UBD RefTGSToowomba GrammarSchoolMargaret St, ToowoombaBBC Brisbane Boys’ College Kensington Terrace,ToowongMap 158 19-QBGS Brisbane Grammar School Nudgee Rd, Northgate Map 121 19-CGTSt Joseph’s College Vivian St, Tennyson Map 179 19-MGregory TerraceNudgeeSt Joseph’s College(Nudgee)Sandgate Rd, Boondall, Map 120 2-NBSHS Brisbane State High School School: Musgrave Park,South BrisbaneFields: Fursden Rd,CarinaIGS Ipswich Grammar School School: Cnr Burnett &Woodend Rd IpswichFields: Pearse Dr, BrassallACGSAnglican Church GrammarSchoolVenue (2):2nd X1 8.30am to 1.30pm (40 overs)Yr11A 8.30am to 1.30pm (40 overs)Yr11B 1.45am to 5.45pm (30 overs)Yr9A 8.30am to 1.30pm (40 overs)Yr9B 1.45am to 5.45pm (30 overs)Other games eg, C, Ds are arrangedby mutual agreement (all 30 overs)8.30am to 12.30pm or 1.45pm to5.45pmOaklands Parade, EastBrisbaneMap 22 12-FMap 161 19-MMap 213 15-BMap 212 10-KMap 23 12-R8

CRICKETBoat Shed OvalNetsUndercoverNetsCentenaryCentre GymAnnand Theatre(after assembly)CentenaryUndercover Net1, 2Centenaryundercover Net3, 4Boatshed OvalNet 1, 2Boatshed OvalNet 3, 4TSS Cricket Practice 2011Mornings 8A/BBatting/BowlingSpecialistSession9A/BBatting/BowlingSpecialistSession10A & InvitedBatting/BowlingSpecialistSession11A/2nd XIBatting/BowlingSpecialistSession1st XICaptains RunIf Raining If raining If raining If raining If raining1st XIStrength &ConditioningFielding Top UpLunchtimes Captain’sCorner(Week 2–5 ofTerm 1 @ CC1Teams/ArrangementsPostedAfternoons 1st XI 11B/C 9A/B/C11A/11B 10A 11A2nd XI10B1st XIBoatshed OvalNet 5,610A/10B10CRiver Net 1, 2, 3 8A/8B 3rd XI/4th XITurf CentreWicket/Nets On rotation On rotation 1st XIRiver Pitch 1(Nth) (CentreOn request On request On requestwicket)Boatshed oval 8A/8BVillage Green9A/B/C2ndXINOTE: > Cricket PE Excellence is available for Yr 7–10.> Training is still on at Centenary Centre in wet weatherRemember to bring drink bottles, training gear and correct clothing/hat/sunscreen.Coaches meeting at the shed 5-5:30pm each Wednesday night.PrivateCoachingAvailable9

Playing and PreparationOverview 2011Mental1. Get players to have and knowtheir individual performanceroutines (eg. Consistent run upfor Bowlers, Consistent set upfor Batters and Fielders move inwith bowlers/ hands up ready)2. Develop team rules for conduct,dress, warm ups, training andplaying.TechnicalCricket is a skill game requiringhigh levels of technique. To ensuresuccess the following key technicalaspects need to be reinforced:1. Batting: Setup with centremarked, grip, stance and backliftcorrect.Control bat with top hand.Footwork either forward or back2. Pace Bowling: Run up - efficientrunning technique and inline with target.Action – compact and in linewith target.Seam – keep the seam uprightto allow movement.3. Spin Bowling: Run up – relativelystraight and relaxed.Action – strong front arm, highrelease point to allow over spinon ball4. Fielding: Move in with thebowler in an athletic position/hands open and upPhysical1. Use TSS warm up plan (overleaf)2. R.I.C.E. and D.R.A.B.C. allinjuries and report any incidents3. Manage pace bowler’sworkloads so they are notbowling more than two sessionsa week at training.Tactical1. Develop and support effectivecaptains who lead by skill,character and proactive decisionmaking. Give them the chanceto lead.2. In training, provide activitiesthat enable players to makesmart tactical decisions. (eg.Centre Wicket Scenarios, GameSense Net sessions) Discuss theirsolutions with them.3. Know the rules of the GPSCricket Competition.4. Our processes in Warm Up andGame Day is to:a. Bowl: “consistently hitting thetop of off stump”b. Bat: “straight and conservativeearly” then look to “hit theball into gaps” and “run hardbetween wickets”c. Field: “with players positionedfor good bowling”, “attack theball” and “be busy supportingyour team”10

CRICKETTSS Coaching Team 2011Director of Cricket: Steven BakerGame Day/ Team Co-ordinators:Spencer AttoeJohn GaytonMel WatersRemwell MeliaHead Skills Coach: Tony BinnsSpecialist Skills Coach: CraigSpenceSpecialist Coaching Support: VirgoeBuckland1st XI: Ross WallaceSteven BakerSpencer AttoeTeam Coaches 2011Justin BernsteinDom BucklandVirgoe BucklandMax ChristensenLuke CoccoNick CoundourisSean CoxNick CullinaneRobert DeottoCol HawtinCameron HerbertBen HicksAdam LarterCallum McGilvrayRemwell MeliaScott MorrisGreg NormanDaniel PalmerJason PohlMark RichardsCraig SpenceJoel ThrelfallAndrew WaiteBruce WaiteMel WatersTony WattCol WebbDenzel WilsonThis schedule is subject to change. See the TSS Sports website for updates11

TSS Clothing & EquipmentExpectationsThe Southport School Cricket hasa proud history and pride in ourappearance. Whilst summer uniformis not required for travel to and fromgames there are expectations and safetyregulations for uniform that need to beadhered to. These expectations are asfollows:Training and Travelling To and FromGames:A TSS white training/ PE/ House shirt,navy shorts is required. During games,players are able to change from theirwhites to their training gear providedsocks and sports shoes are worn.Further training accessories includea navy TSS peak cap, or white widebrimmed cricket hat, and TSS whitesocks with mostly white training sportshoes. Skateboard or other shoes arenot appropriate. No open footwear is tobe worn at any time. The cap and socksare available from the TSS Uniform Shoplocated in the Centenary Centre.Please be aware that students wearingincorrect uniform may be refused to play.Games:Boys are to wear long white trouserswhich can be purchased from anysupplier. Shirts must be of the TSSapproved cricket shirt that is onlypurchased from The Store. It is anexpectation of the etiquette of the gameof cricket that shirts are tucked in andyour appearance to be tidy.Footwear includes white TSS socks andwhite cricket shoes. As most games atTSS are on turf, spikes are essential.Rubber shoes do not provide thenecessary grip on a turf wicket, butrubbers should be taken as well as thespikes to other schools where turf maynot be available.Hats are essential and must be either awide brim type in white, or a navy TSSPeak cap or preferably, the navy TSS‘Baggy’ cap. Both hats are available fromthe TSS uniform shop. Sunglasses arerecommended for sun safety.Please be aware that students wearingincorrect uniform may be refused to play.All protective thigh pads and chest padsare to be worn under the whites. Allboys are encouraged to use their ownpersonal cricket gear. Team kits will besupplied, but boys without their own kitsshould at least have their own glovesand box.12

Selection Policy & AgeGroup CriteriaTeams are selected in conjunctionwith the Team Coach, Head SkillsCoach, Cricket Manager and Directorof Cricket. The selection is based ona player’s performance, attendanceat training and games, attitude (attraining as well as matches includinguniform), behaviour and team balance.The best possible team is selected forA teams and 1st XI each round.In lower grades endeavour is madeto ensure that players receiveopportunities to participate ina meaningful way. Players areencouraged to commit to playing theseason to ensure teams are maintained.Players who are irregular in attendancecannot expect games every round.Teams and venues for matches areposted on the TSS Sports Websiteand Sports Noticeboard every Fridayprior to the weekend match. It is theresponsibility of all players to notifycoaches of their unavailability nolater than the Wednesday afternoontraining session preceding Saturday’smatch. Players must attend trainingeach week.The team coach determines battingand bowling order, not the captain.Year level now determines thegrouping of all players, however, theselection panel can reserve the rightto play selected cricketers in higherage groups should it be in the bestinterests of the cricketer.CRICKET13

Results for Past 7 YearsResults of all teams – TSS vs. all GPS Schools over the past 7 years GT 2004 1 7 0 8 12.502005 3 11 0 14 21.432006 7 9 0 16 43.752007 2 12 0 14 14.292008 2 13 0 15 13.332009 2 3 0 5 40.002010 5 10 0 15 33.33TGS 2004 3 11 0 14 21.342005 6 8 0 14 42.862006 5 10 0 15 33.332007 1 11 1 13 7.692008 1 4 0 5 20.002009 9 4 0 13 69.232010 3 3 0 6 50.00BGS 2004 2 15 0 17 11.762005 1 13 0 14 7.142006 2 13 0 15 13.332007 2 12 0 14 14.292008 1 9 0 10 10.002009 4 13 0 17 23.52ACGS 2005 0 0 1 0.002006 5 3 0 8 62.502007 4 10 0 14 28.572008 2 11 0 13 15.382009 Wash Out2010 1 15 1 17 5.88IGS 2004 5 9 0 14 34.712005 3 3 0 13 23.082006 0 1 0 1 0.0020072008 4 9 0 13 30.762009 6 4 1 11 54.542010 1 0 0 1 100.00Results NC 2004 1 0 0 1 100.002005 2 6 1 9 22.222006 6 9 0 15 40.002007 3 11 0 14 21.432008 7 8 0 15 46.662009 3 6 0 9 33.332010 4 11 0 15 26.66BBC 2004 4 11 0 15 26.672005 5 8 1 14 35.712006 2 13 0 15 13.332007 1 5 0 7 14.292008 1 10 0 11 8.332009 7 10 0 17 41.172010 4 10 0 14 28.57BSHS 2004 1 0 0 1 100.002005 Wash Out2006 6 8 0 14 42.862007 0 14 0 14 0.002008 6 7 0 13 46.152009 10 2 0 12 83.332010 5 0 1 6 91.66Overall 2004 18 68 1 87 20.682005 20 57 2 79 25.312006 33 76 0 99 33.332007 12 70 1 83 14.452008 24 71 0 95 25.20*2009 41 42 1 84 49.402010 32 48 1 81 40.12Year 95 96 97 98 99 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 101st XIPlacing7 4 5 7 6 7 4 8 4 6 9 9 3 9 2 114

GPS Rules of CompetitionSECTION A: CODE OF BEHAVIOUR –MATCH DAYAdapted from ‘Fair Play in School Sport– Code of Behaviour’: Australian SchoolsSports Council.Players, coaches, parents, spectators andofficials are encouraged to familiarisethemselves with the GPS Codes ofBehaviour that apply to all GPS activities.PLAYERS1. Play by the rules.2. Cooperate with and respect gameofficials and their decisions.3. Abstain from verbal abuse,distraction, or provoking of officialsor other players – see section onSledging on next page.4. Treat all players as you would like tobe treated and respect the propertyof others.5. Leave the field immediately andwithout dissent, when given out.6. As an incoming batsman, pass thedismissed player on the field ofplay and go directly to your battingposition without conversation.7. Remain off the pitch area prior tothe match and avoid damage to theplaying area during the match.8. Abstain from excessiveencouragement of bowlers / teammatesbetween deliveries.9. When batting, be ready to bat whenthe bowler is at his mark, and, whenbowling, complete your over withoutdelay.COACHES1. Set a good example for all players.2. Encourage and create opportunitiesto develop individual and team skills.3. Ensure your players are friendlytowards officials and opponents.4. Remove from the field of play, anyof your players whose behaviour isunacceptable.PARENTS AND SPECTATORS1. Provide a model of good behaviourfor all players.2. Demonstrate courtesy towardsall players, all officials, and allspectators.3. Encourage honest effort, skilledperformance, and team loyalty.4. Let game officials conduct the matchwithout interference yet be willing toprovide assistance if requested.ADMINISTRATORS AND OFFICIALS1. Ensure the equipment and conditionsare safe for the skill level of the boysinvolved.2. Ensure everyone involved, includingparents, understands theirresponsibilities regarding fair playand appropriate behaviour.3. Officiate without bias, emphasiseskill and enjoyment, encourage bothteams, and set a good example.4. Be consistent, courteous, and helpfultowards all participants.5. Ensure that the ‘spirit of the game’ isnot lost by overcalling violations.6. Ensure that coaches and officialsprovide adequate supervision of theplayers.16

CRICKETSLEDGINGThe Headmasters of GPS schools havedetermined that ‘sledging’ has no placein GPS cricket. This practice is forbidden.The Headmasters have directed thatplayers:a) are to make no derogatory commentsat an opposing player;b) are to make no derogatory commentsabout an opposing player, andc) are to make no comments or noisesat critical times during the game – eg.when a batsman is about to face aball or when a bowler is running in tobowl.Players who breach these directions willface the following consequences:a) they will be issued with a yellow cardas a warning for a first offence in amatch;b) they will be sent from the field of playfor a second offence in a match;c) if sent off, they will not be replacedfor the remainder of the game;d) when a player is sent off, he will suffera further penalty of missing the nextgame in which he would otherwisehave played.Health and SafetyClearly, TSS Cricket endeavours toconduct appropriate activities andprovide safe facilities and equipment toall TSS cricketers. There are a couple ofkey issues that do need emphasising tominimise the risk of injury in training andplaying cricket at the School.HELMETS/ PROTECTORSUnder School Workplace Health andSafety requirements, it is compulsorythat batters, close in fielders andwicketkeepers standing up to thewickets must wear a helmet with a faceguard and groin protector in practiceand games when a hard ball is used.All players are encouraged to purchasetheir own helmet and protector or usethose provided by the School and haveit correctly fitted.NET PRACTICEUnder School Workplace Health andSafety requirements it is compulsorythat, when training in net facilities, thefollowing rules be followed to minimiserisk of injury:1. If no coach present, or nets arechained, nets are not to be used.2. Full protective gear (Incl Helmet/Protector) to be worn when using ahard ball.3. Wear closed-in shoes but not spikes.4. No other people in net other thanbatsman and bowler.5. Only one person at batters end.6. Keep playing surface clean.7. Always keep eye on action in nets.17

Cricket Honour RollAustralian RepresentativesScott Muller1st XI GPS Premierships (15)1920, 23, 26, 27, 28, 29, 70, 71, 72, 73,74, 80, 81, 82, 10Only ACGS with 18 GPS titles andBGS with 15 have won more cricketpremierships than TSS (15).TSS Cricket AwardsMost Successful Team(Handyside Trophy)2010 1st XI2009 2nd XI2008 3rd XI2007 1st XI2006 u14A2005 u16A2004 2nd XI2003 2nd XI/ 13A2002 1st XI2001 3rd XI2000 2nd XI1999 u16B1998 u16B1st XI All-Rounder of the Year(Paul Norris Trophy)2010 Sam Hain/Blair Tickner2009 Cameron Brimblecombe2008 Dane Assmussen2007 Michael Neser2006 Michael Neser2005 Sebastian Gallagher2004 Sebastian GallagherMatthew Gregory2003 Glen Dobbie2002 Kris Prior2001 Rayudv Ambati2000 Shaun Bennett1999 M Clegg1998 Bo Veivers1997 H O’Neil1996 B Norris1995 B Norris1994 Ken Dalton1993 Tomoya Tronson1992 Chris Howard1991 DC Just1990 FI Nairn1989 Jeff N Pfaff1988 SA Muller1987 SA Muller1986 RWT Biddle1985 JT Wilson1984 J Greenhill1983 Scott Bouvier1982 Glen Partridge/Bill Jackson1981 John Byford1980 Darren Anderson1979 Myles Hourn1st XI Batsman of the Year(Westcott Family Trophy)2010 Nick Stevens2009 Ben McDermott &Anderson Matthews2008 Cameron Brimblecombe2007 Jono Lance2006 Matthew Gregory2005 Mark Robinson2004 Sam Wellham2003 Ryan Newman2002 Kris Prior2001 Rayudv Ambati2000 J McCauley1999 M Clegg1998 Trent Pevy1997 V Howard1996 D Armstrong1995 RP Burgess1st XI Bowler of the Year(Westcott Family Trophy)2010 Billy Stanlake2009 Adam McKenzie2008 Dane Assmussen2007 Michael Neser18

CRICKET2006 Sebastian Gallagher2005 Matthew Gregory2004 Mitchell Clough/John Follent2003 Stephen Gowing2002 Glen Dobbie2001 A Wijesuriya2000 J Pelling1999 L Begni1998 Bo Veivers1997 B Thwaites1996 AJ Cuddihy1995 GA Higginson1st XI Fielder of the Year(The Dirk Wellham Trophy)2010 Luke Cocco2009 Justin Bernstein2008 Justin Bernstein2007 Luke Broekman2006 Remwell Melia2005 Cameron Webster2004 David Assad1st XI vs Old Boys(Bill King Trophy)2010 Old Boys2009 1st XI2008 Old Boys2007 1st XI1st XI vs Wanderers(Clyde Veivers MemorialTrophy)2010 TSS 1stXI2009 Washed out2008 TSS 1st XI2007 TSS 1st XI2006 TSS 1st XI2005 TSS 1st XI2004 Wanderers2003 WanderersJunior Cricket of the Year(John Glenn Trophy)2010 Michael Graham2009 Alex MacInnes2008 Mitch Gahan2007 Ben Solomon2006 Mitch Gahan2005 Lawson White2004 Joel Gahan2003 Johno Lance2002 Sam Wellham2001 Ryan Newman2000 Kris Prior1999 Jake McCauley1998 Shaun Bennet1997 Michael Clegg1996 Trent Pevy1995 Trent Ray/Ben Kinnaird1994 CM Salmon1993 RP Burgess1992 RP Burgess1991 MA Condon1990 CJ Howard1989 S Greensil1988 JL Van Reenan1987 FI Nairn1986 Jeff PfaffBest Supporter of TSS Cricket(Sam Loxton Trophy)2010 Tony Binns2009 The Broekman Family2008 John& Debbie Buckley2007 Luke Broekman2006 Lawson White2005 Don McGregor2004 Jesse Aroney-Jones2003 Tristan Merlehan2002 Lawrence Hill2001 Blake Richards2000 Mark Ensor1999 S Wright/D Hui1998 Wendy & Lyndon Anderson1997 Danny Jones1996 –1995 GA Clegg1st XI Captains2010 Mitch Gahan2009 Cameron Brimblecombe2008 Cameron Brimblecombe2007 Luke Broekman2006 Seb Gallagher2005 Mark Robinson2004 Glen Dobbie19

2003 Glen Dobbie2002 Kris Prior2001 Jake McCauley2000 Shaun Bennet1999 Michael Clegg1998 Trent Pevy1997 Cameron Greinke1996 Brendan Norris1995 Richard Burgess1994 Richard Burgess1993 Chris Howard1992 Matthew Fearon1991 David Just1990 Francis Nairn1989 Jeff Pfaff1988 Scott Muller1987 Cameron Greensil1986 Chris Whitehead1985 James Wilson1984 Peter Hinds1983 Scott Bouvier1982 A Jackson1981 C Duff1980 I Elks1979 Elton Rasmussen1978 Adrian Eastaugh1977 Ian Davidson1976 David Maunsell1975 Paul Norris1974 Paul Norris1973 Andrew Norris1972 Andrew Norris1971 Ross Wallace1970 DB O’Neil1969 PG Taylor1968 PR Mahoney1967 LJ Barney1966 LJ Barney1965 LJ Barney1964 IM Hollindale1963 KD Stallman1962 D Palethorpe1961 R Temple-Smith1960 AW Liddell1959 R Dunhill1958 R Dunhill1957 AJ Fittock1956 WE Bonner1955 KL Mander-Jones1954 JC King, KL Mander-Jones1953 AFM Boyd1952 RJ Campbell1951 RJ Campbell1950 D Baker1949 AG Lahey1948 TAW Banning, WT Drynan1947 RW Betts1946 RW Betts1945 RW Betts1944 LW Ruhno1943 LW Ruhno1942 G Mitchell1941 RG Westcott, TC Barrett1940 J Johnson1939 LR Dixon1938 EG Broad1937 BV Handyside1936 WG Buchanan1935 GM Carr, BE Morgan1934 CM Compton1933 DI Goddard1932 DI Goddard1931 JO Goddard1930 PC Lahey1929 JR Gibson1928 ES King1927 JF Overell1926 SWC Roberst1925 KC Lahey1924 JCF Lahey1923 FM Burkitt1922 RR Oxenford1921 JR Warner1920 JR Warner1919 TED Marks, WAM Bowman1918 G Massy1917 MG Reid1916 JH Osbourne1915 JF Collins, SR Dowling, RK Alford1914 ID Lawless1913 JR Nimmo1912 H Anderson1911 RH Nimmo1910 Mr MG Delpratt1909 Mr MG Delpratt1908 Mr MG Delpratt1907 Mr Challands20

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