Celebrating excellence at the 2025/26 Nelson Cricket Annual Awards
Nelson Cricket proudly celebrated another outstanding season at the 2025/26 Nelson Cricket Annual Awards, held on 21 April 2026 at the Saxton Oval Pavilion.
With an exceptional turnout from across the cricketing community, the evening provided an opportunity to reflect on another successful season while recognising the individuals, teams, and volunteers who made it possible.
From youth cricket through to senior representative honours, the awards evening showcased the depth of talent, commitment, and passion that continues to drive cricket forward across the region.
“The annual awards are a fantastic opportunity to reflect on the past season and acknowledge the tremendous amount of work that goes into making cricket happen in Nelson,” said Nelson Cricket General Manager, Jake Inwood.
“In addition to that, we are proud to recognise the teams and individuals who have performed exceptionally throughout the 2025/26 season. The strength of our cricket community continues to grow, and this evening is an important part of celebrating that success.”
A major highlight of the evening was the presentation of the prestigious President’s Cup to Kelvin Scoble, recognising his outstanding contribution to Nelson Cricket over many, many years.
Youth Award Winners
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
Colin Aitken Trophy - Junior Rep Coach | Andy Bunny |
Nelson Cricket Cup - Pathway Coach | Sam Berkett / Luke Toynbee |
Nelson Cricket Cup - Schools Cup | Brad Norris |
Junior Girl of the Season | Caitlin Whiting |
Gully Memorial Cup - Junior Boy of the Season | Jack Westwood |
Ken Wadsworth Memorial Trophy - Most Promising Young | Riley Weir |
Lower Grade Awards
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
Dustin Emms-Healey Cup (4th Grade Winners) | Wanderers Atoms |
Presidents Grade Cup - Country | Motueka Wekas |
Presidents Grade Cup - City | ACOB Atawhai All-Stars |
Nelson Cricket Cup - 3rd Grade 40-Over Comp | WTTU Javans |
Nelson Cricket Cup - 2nd Grade T20 Comp | ACOB 2nd XI |
Sealord Cup - 2nd Grade 40-Over Comp | SNCC Reserves |
Women's Awards
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
Nelson Cricket Cup - Female Coach of the Year | Janelle Houghton |
Tane & Garry MacDonald Cup - Women's Bowler | Emmalia Hobbs |
Car Company Cup - Women's Batswomen of the | Anna Gaging |
Nelson Cricket Cup - Women's Cricketer of the Year | Caitlin Whiting |
Premier Grade Awards
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
Colin Aitken Memorial Trophy - Prem T20 Comp | Wanderers/Motueka Wolves |
Ruby Rainey Memorial Trophy - Prem 50-Over | WTTU Tigers |
Bush Tavern - Prem 50-Over Comp | ACOB |
Kelvin Scoble Cup - Tasman Premier League | ACOB |
Vonda Edwards Memorial Trophy - | Lian Baird (ACOB) |
Syd Guppy Cup - Most Premier | Matthew O'Sullivan (ACOB) |
Ken Wadsworth Trophy - Most Premier | James Graham (ACOB) |
Globe Tavern - Best Premier Fielder | Mike Olsen (Wolves) |
Kirkpatrick Cup | ACOB |
Sellon Shield | WTTU Tigers |
Men's Awards
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
DeFeu Cup - Bowler of the Year | Logan Andrews |
Don Salton Trophy - Batsman of the Year | Ronan Restieaux |
J&V Rodgers Plate - Men's Player of the | Logan Andrews |
Jock Edwards Cup - Players Player | Kaleb McKay |
Special Awards
Trophy | Winner |
|---|---|
Nelson Cricket Cup - Groundsman of the Year | Pierre Botha |
Donald Farquhar Memorial Cup - | John Bromley |
Nelson Ramblers Cricket Club - | Matthew O'Sullivan (ACOB) |
NCA Masters Cup | Ben Homan |
Houston Motors Cup - Most Valuable Club | Hayden Ingham (Wanderers) |
President's Cup - Outstanding Contribution to | Kelvin Scoble |
Nelson Cricket congratulates all award winners and nominees recognised throughout the 2025/26 Annual Awards, and thanks everyone who contributed to another successful season.



