Kardinya Junior Cricket Club

Located in Kardinya, Perth South West Metropolitan area, Kardinya Junior Cricket Club (KJCC) is a renowned cricket club dedicated to providing junior community cricket to boys and girls from U/6 to U/17 age groups. With a strong focus on inclusivity, KJCC welcomes players of all abilities and backgrounds.

The club ensures that cricket is accessible to all by offering grants through KidSport to cover registration fees for healthcare cardholders. Additionally, a limited club subsidy is available for those facing financial hardships. Interested individuals can contact the club to inquire about these opportunities.

Kardinya Junior Cricket Club plays its home games at three different venues, namely Alan Edwards Reserve, Morris Buzzacott Reserve, and Winthrop Park. As a volunteer-run organisation, the club prioritises the safety and wellbeing of its members and complies with general Work Health and Safety regulations. Volunteers are always welcome, and those interested in contributing in any capacity are encouraged to reach out to the club.

The club is committed to creating a child-safe and child-friendly environment where children feel safe and have fun. They maintain a zero-tolerance policy towards child abuse and have established a Code of Conduct to guide the behaviour of management, staff, players, officials, volunteers, parents, and individuals involved with the club. Best practise standards are followed when it comes to selecting and screening individuals for management, staff, player, official, and volunteer roles.

Kardinya Junior Cricket Club adheres to Cricket Australia's Policy for Safeguarding Children and Young People, Cricket Australias Looking After Our Kids Code of Behaviour for Affiliated Associations and Clubs, and Cricket Australia's Commitment to Safeguarding Children and Young People. These policies ensure that the club provides a safe and supportive environment for all its members. Copies of these policies can be downloaded from the club's website.

To get in touch with Kardinya Junior Cricket Club, individuals can contact the Club President at 0437 280 995 or via email at kardinyajcc@gmail. Com. The club's main grounds are located at Alan Edwards Reserve in Kardinya, Western Australia.

For the latest news and updates, individuals are encouraged to follow the club's Facebook page. Registration for the upcoming season can be completed through the club's website. KJCC also offers a buy and sell Facebook group for players looking to sell or purchase cricket-related items.

The club's programmes include the Junior Competition, which caters to kids with basic cricket skills and helps them transition to adult cricket. Modified formats are used to ensure more action for players, with shorter pitch lengths and boundaries for better skill development. Games last between two and four hours, depending on the age group, and are typically held on weekends with training sessions during the week.

Additionally, KJCC offers the All Girls League, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for girls with basic cricket skills. This league allows for an all-girls team environment and follows modified game formats to aid in the transition to adult cricket. Details regarding age groups and registration fees can be found on the club's website.

Kardinya Junior Cricket Club is committed to promoting the sport of cricket and fostering a love for the game among young players. With a focus on inclusivity, child safety, and skill development, the club continues to be a leading cricket organisation in the Kardinya community.