http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/ The latest Blog feeds from www.nelsoncricket.org.nz en-us Sat, 07 Mar 2026 03:42:09 +1300 Rocketspark http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/152866/nelson-cricket-mentorship-programme/ Nelson Cricket is proud to announce the launch of a brand-new Mentorship Programme, designed to support the growth and development of some of our region’s most promising players.Led by former Blackcap, Gavin Larsen, the programme brings together expert facilitators to guide eight invited players through an off-field development journey that matches their commitment on the park.... Wed, 01 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post152866 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/149950/nelson-womens-cricket-club-launched/ Nelson Cricket is excited to announce the launch of the Nelson Women’s Cricket Club — a fresh initiative designed to boost female participation and celebrate the growing passion for cricket among women and girls across our region.The Nelson Women’s Cricket Club is launched on the back of the Women & Girls Survey completed in March 2025, and will support the 2024-31 Women & Girls Strategy.  Providing a dedicated club to build female only teams; ensuring a fun, safe, and inclusi... Wed, 06 Aug 2025 14:13:48 +1200 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post149950 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/149868/nelson-cricket-x-dynasty-a-new-era-in-cricket-apparel/ Nelson Cricket is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with Dynasty as our official apparel provider.From the 2025/26 season, Dynasty will kit out our staff and representative teams in high-performance, custom-designed gear — and for the first time, supporters can get in on the action too. This partnership isn’t just about clothing; it’s about identity, pride, and bringing our cricket community closer together.... Tue, 05 Aug 2025 09:15:38 +1200 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post149868 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/147141/coaching-opportunities-open-for-2025-26-representative-season/ Nelson Cricket is excited to invite expressions of interest from coaches keen to be part of our 2025/26 representative and pathway programmes.Each season, our teams provide an important stepping stone for young players and aspiring athletes across the region. These teams not only showcase the best of our local talent, but also play a vital role in player development and lifelong engagement in the game.We are currently seeking expressions of interest from individuals interested in coaching roles... Fri, 13 Jun 2025 07:53:29 +1200 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post147141 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/144531/-celebrating-the-best-nelson-cricket-awards-202425-wrap-up/ Nelson Cricket wrapped up another thrilling season in style, hosting the 2024–25 Nelson Cricket Awards at the Saxton Oval Pavilion Lounge on April 16. With the season’s final runs tallied, wickets taken, and boundaries still echoing in our minds, the evening was a celebration of excellence, effort, and community.Players, coaches, supporters, and volunteers came together in a night of well-deserved recognition, and good laughs. The Pavilion Lounge was buzzing from the shared passion that driv... Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:12:06 +1200 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post144531 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/143710/nelson-cricket-now-offering-indoor-cricket/ Nelson Cricket is thrilled to announce that we are bringing the Indoor Cricket Competition under our banner from the 2025 season! This exciting expansion will see teams competing in a fast-paced, fun, and competitive environment at the Nelson Cricket Indoor Cricket Centre, Saxton Field.With a variety of grades available, there's an opportunity for cricketers of all ages and skill levels to take part. Whether you're a young player looking to develop your game or an adult keen to enjoy social or c... Thu, 03 Apr 2025 07:54:39 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post143710 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/142229/nelson-cricket-launch-new-women--girls-strategy/ Nelson Cricket Association (NCA) is proud to launch its Women & Girls Strategy 2024-25 – 2030-31, a dedicated strategy to grow and enhance female participation in cricket across the region. This strategy, developed in alignment with New Zealand Cricket and Central Districts Cricket Association, sets out clear objectives to ensure women and girls have more opportunities to engage with the sport at all levels. At the heart of this strategy is a commitment to doubling participation in both tr... Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:59:08 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post142229 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/139260/successful-week-for-nelson-representative-sides/ Nelson representative sides have had a massive week with the Signature Homes Yr 11 & 12 Boys, Nelson Yr 9 & 10 Girls, Signature Homes Yr 10 Boys, and Nelson Pine Griffins all in action between the 10th and 15th of December 2024.... Mon, 16 Dec 2024 08:52:01 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post139260 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/138275/jock-sutherland-made-life-member-of-new-zealand-cricket/ Nelson icon, Jock Sutherland QSM, has been honoured with New Zealand Cricket Life Membership at their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, 20th November 2024.  Jock was one of four people to be awarded Life Membership including: Neil Craig ONZM, Graham Dowling OBE, and Lee Robinson MNZM.... Mon, 25 Nov 2024 09:13:45 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post138275 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/post/137279/lets-play--cricket-opportunities-for-all-ages/ President’s GradeGrab your mates and get a team together for social cricket with the President’s Grade on Friday nights! This competition is just for a bit of fun, and is broken up into City & Country pools so you can play close to home. Contact your local club to join or enter a team.Day: Friday eveningsTime: 6:00pm - 7:45pmDates: 15 Nov - 13 Dec | 10 Jan - 14 FebCity Venue: Greenmeadows StokeCountry Venue: Home & Away GroundsFormat: 14/14 Overs | 8 per... Tue, 05 Nov 2024 14:29:17 +1300 http://www.nelsoncricket.org.nz/blog/#post137279