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Smash Play Cricket (Years 0-1)

An introductory, fun first cricket experience for girls and boys giving the game a go.

 

When and Where

Friday Afternoons

Time: 4:15pm - 5:15pm

Location: Colin Maiden Park

Season Dates 2026/2027:

Before Christmas: October 30th - December 18th

After Christmas: February 5th -  March 19th

Prizegiving: Friday 19th March 2027, 5:30pm

Cancellations: Notified by email to registered players by 3pm

What to Wear & Bring

No specialist gear needed

Clothing: Players should wear a t-shirt, shorts, a cap, training shoes & bring a water bottle, and a camp chair or picnic blanket for the parents!

Equipment: All Equipment (plastic bats, stumps & tennis balls) are provided

Want to look part of the AUCC team? Although official AUCC uniform in not required, club shirts & caps are avaliable from Cricket Express if desired.

What is Smash Play Cricket?

Run by our young & enthusiastic AUCC Club Coaches, the New Zealand Cricket Smash Play programme focuses on high participation, skill development, and maximum fun. Played with soft tennis balls and plastic gear, it is the perfect environment for beginners to learn fundamental batting, bowling, and fielding skills through modified games.

Why Kids & Parents Love It​

  • Essential Development: It is great for learning basic ball skills and sharpening hand-eye coordination early on.

  • A Fun, Stress-Free Environment: Our young and enthusiastic AUCC Club Coaches run absolutely everything! Parents can relax on the sidelines while the kids enjoy active, high-energy games.

  • Perfect for Beginners: No prior experience or specialist gear is needed—just turn up and have a blast!

Ready for a team game? 
​Standard Smash Play is for Years 0–1. From Year 2 onwards, we offer modified softball team matches on Friday nights  (including dedicated Girls-Only teams).


​If you have a Year 1 player who is already familiar with cricket and eager for team games, they can request to enroll in the Year 2 grade.

Please note: The club generally requires players to play in their correct school grade unless they show exceptional skills, and they may be required to repeat the Year 2 grade the following season. To request this, email our Club Manager at manager@aucc.co.nz.

027 424 1880

manager@aucc.co.nz

71-73 Merton Road

St Johns, Auckland, NZ 1071

Auckland University Cricket Club, PO Box 18-193, Glen Innes, Auckland, 1743

Our Sponsors and Funders

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