NH Yr 6 – 2009/2010 - End Of Season Review
At the conclusion of the NH Yr 6 season parents were asked to complete a questionnaire regarding trials, selection process, communication, game day management and so forth. The feedback from the questionnaire was overwhelmingly positive, and there were some good suggestions from parents which have been incorporated into this season’s program.
Interestingly the main issue raised by parents via the questionnaires was a request for coaching. North Harbour Junior Cricket policy is that in NH Yr 6 we were not to be involved in technical coaching of the boys, nor are we allowed to in NH Yr 7.
The main reasons for this policy is that North Harbour holds the view that coaching should come through the Clubs, and a desire to not over-burden and burn out the boys (and parents) with additional practice sessions. I have taken this matter up again with the North Harbour committee, arguing to allow additional coaching particularly in regards to batting technique, but the Committee has reaffirmed to me that coaching at this age group must come through Club programs.
Next season (Yr 8 / PSB) we will have the opportunity to operate a Spring Academy for North Harbour boys.
Another major positive to come out of last season is that, as best as I’m aware, all boys involved in NH Yr 6 want to be involved with NH Yr 7 cricket again this coming season. The boys must be enjoying their cricket, which is great.
NH Yr 7 - Overview
In the recent NH Yr 6 season a key focus was on giving as many boys as reasonably possible the opportunity to show their batting and bowling abilities.
That approach, I hope, contributed to some boys developing more than they otherwise would have.
The program evolves from that approach this season with the focus more on selecting boys to perform a specific role with-in the team and allowing each boy to develop in the role they have been given.
In selecting teams in this way, unfortunately, some boys will have less opportunities than others, and it is conceivable that some boys who are primarily batsmen may not bowl and that some boys who are primarily bowlers will not bat. I know this can be difficult for parents, however, while enjoyment always remains the primary focus these are representative teams and I am seeking to develop boys and put them in contention for Auckland age group selection in coming years.
NH YR 7 – Fixtures
I understand the East Coast Bays, North Shore, Hibiscus Coast and Birkenhead (tbc) Clubs will field teams in the Auckland Yr 7 premier afternoon competition this season and that will provide the boys with intense, competitive cricket every Saturday this season. With that in mind, I don’t think the NH Yr 7 program should be over-done.
I am also conscious that the boys are increasingly now involved in School cricket teams and that creates an additional commitment for them. The squad is therefore to have no more than two Sunday fixtures (excluding the October 17th inter-squad trial) prior to Christmas, and probably three fixtures after Christmas. More information will be provided once the planned fixtures are confirmed.
PSB’s (Primary School Boys)
A PSB (Year 8) tournament will be held over Christmas this year. The North Harbour Year 8 Convenor (Rupert Lewis) may involve some Year 7 boys in that Tournament and has contacted some Year 7 boys to trial. Rupert has indicated he has a strong Year 8 squad this year and opportunity for Year 7 boys inclusion in the PSB tournament is likely to be limited. When NH Yr7 boys are involved in the PSB’s, places in the Black and Burgundy sides will be filled by those from the Blue and Green teams.
Wanganui tournament
Both Layne Young and Peter Schierhout have advised that they intend taking a Black and Burgundy team down respectively to the Wanganui tournament this coming January. The U13 boys tournament runs from 10th - 13th January. I will also be discussing Wanganui with Blue and Green coaches. More information on Wanganui will be made available in the next few months.
Important note for Parents re Selection Issues
Should parents have issues with selection related issues, North Harbour Junior Cricket has policy as below (Point 2) on how those issues should be raised. I am the contact person for such issues, in no circumstances should the Coaches be approached, their role is to focus on coaching.
Can you please ensure your boy reads the code of conduct prior to the first Inter-squad game. The code of conduct will be discussed at that time.
NHJC Team Selection Policy and NHJC Code of Conduct
NHJC Team Selection Policy and NHJC Code of Conduct are below.
1. Read and follow at all times the NHJC Code of Conduct which may be viewed at:
http://www.northharbourcricket.co.nz/NHJC-Code-of-Conduct.pdf
2. Accept and understand the role expected of you by your NHJC selector or coach when playing for North Harbour. You may be playing as an all rounder in your club or school team with some success, however, when playing for North Harbour you may be selected in a different position or as a batsman only (or as bowler batting at the tail). Also, trial games are often used to try out new players and different combinations and as a NHJC player you are expected to co-operate during this process.
You (and your parents):
· Must co-operate at all times with your captain, coach, teammates, officials and opponents;
· Must accept any decisions made by a NHJC or ACA official in regard to NHJC team selections, batting and bowling orders and match strategy;
· Are not permitted to approach and question or comment on a NHJC/ACA coach or selector’s decision before, during or immediately after matches.
Should you (or your parents) have an issue or require clarification in respect to your NHJC (or ACA) selection or involvement these may be raised with the NHJC Grade Convenor the day following the match.
If you are not satisfied with the explanation provided you may then ask your Club or School Director of Coaching/Chairperson to raise the matter formally on your behalf with either NHJC or ACA as applicable.
3. Turn up for each game at the time requested by your coach for warm up.
4. Stay till the end of the game unless you have cleared leaving early with your coach/manager.
5. Sit with your NHJC team mates at all times. Support from family and friends is welcome but NHJC are attempting to instil the necessary skills to enable young players to perform at a high level and immerse themselves in cricket. So, when playing for NHJC, our teams sit together as a team and their families and supporters sit away from the teams. Players may talk to their families and they are welcome to come over to the team area, but NHJC ask that players limit the time they spend with outsiders during games or trials. Players will learn a lot more and will become far more of a valued team player if they are always together as a unit.
6. If you cannot make your game, please advise your coach, manager or captain urgently (and at the earliest opportunity) so that a replacement player can be found.
7. Respond promptly to requests for player game availability. When coaches or convenors leave messages (phone or email) asking you to confirm your availability for a trial or game you must reply by the required date.
8. Keep team and personal gear tidy and packed up in gear bag, not spread everywhere.
9. Take pride in representing NHJC. Always wear the NHJC playing uniform (or other advised uniform).
FAILURE TO ACCEPT OR FOLLOW THESE REQUIREMENTS MAY AFFECT YOUR FUTURE SELECTION FOR NORTH HARBOUR JUNIOR CRICKET REPRESENTATIVE SIDES
TEAM SELECTION POLICY
For North Harbour Junior Cricket Players and (where applicable) their Parents & Supporters
Best regards, we should have a great season ahead.
Craig Beecroft, NH Yr 7 Convenor
Layne Young, NH Yr 7 Coach
Peter Schierhout, NH Yr 7 Coach
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