Junior Cricket at Abingdon Vale
We provide opportunities for boys and girls, aged 5+ to play cricket in a fun and friendly environment. We are proud that many of our current senior members have played youth cricket at Abingdon Vale and we hope this continues in future years. Details of our Junior Cricket winter training sessions can be found further down this page under the respective age-group teams.
Details of our Junior Cricket training sessions and teams can be found on this page. If you have any questions in relation to Junior Cricket at AVCC then please contact Paul White (Junior Coordinator) - ppwhite@abingdonvalecc.co.uk or on 07764 432720
Junior Teams - Key Contacts for 20245
Kit & Equipment
All junior (u-11 and u-13) training and playing teamwear can be ordered at our ‘TrySports’ junior club shop.
Juniors under 18 years of age can buy kit from the clubs official kit provider from the Gentleman & Players website.
The club have a small selection of equipment however we recommend that players provide their own protective equipment.
Age Groups and Teams: 2024 Season
All Stars - Children from ages 5 to 8
A fun and active way to introduce your child to cricket and learn the new skills, All Stars cricket is organised by the ECB and further details of our sessions can be found below:
When: Saturday mornings from 11th May to 29 June 2024
Time: 09.15 - 10.30
Coaches: Rob Hood & Dave Greenaway
Each registered child receives a pack of cricket goodies. Book your spaces now clicking on the following link
Did you know… parents and guardians can get involved and play cricket with their children too? It's a great way to spend time with your child and create memories that will last a lifetime. Parent activators (helpers) will support the fully accredited lead Activator in delivering the sessions, supporting and encouraging children as they learn new skills. It's completely optional and you do not need to be a cricket expert to be involved.
Our Class of 2023 ‘All Stars’ coached by Luke Mitchell and Mike Hawthorne
Dynamos - Children from ages 8 to 11
A perfect introduction to cricket for new players and also suitable as a natural follow-on from All Stars, Dynamos is a softball cricket program organised by the ECB and further details of our sessions can be found below:
When: Saturday mornings from 10th May to 26 June 2024
Time: 09.15 - 10.30
Coaches: Matthew Bell & Emma Bell
Did you know? Some players may be encouraged to train with the u11 squad to encourage player development.
Under 11 - (School Years 5-6)
We have two teams into the Oxfordshire leagues. We will enter an 8-a-side softball league (pairs format) and an 11 a-side hardball league for players to gain experience of competitive cricket.
Outdoor Training (Summer)
When: Friday evenings from 10th May to 26 June 2024
Time: 6.15pm - 7.45pm
Coach: Paul White
Matches
When: Sunday mornings from xx April
Time: 6.15pm - 7.15pm
Indoor Training (Winter)
When: Sunday 27 March / Sunday 07 April / Sunday 14 April 2024
Time: 2pm - 4pm
Where: Cothill House School
To confirm attendance, please fill out this form
Did you know… Players who are ready for 11-a-side hardball league cricket can be part of our Under 13’s team.
Under 13 (school years 7-8)
We have two hardball teams (1 x 11-a-side and 1 x 8-a-side pairs) into the Oxfordshire leagues and further details can be found below:
Outdoor Training (Summer)
When: Monday evenings from 10th May to 26 June 2024
Time: 6.15pm - 7.45pm
Coach: Guy Lemon & Greg Jones
Matches:
When: Thursday evenings from the end of April
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Indoor Training (Winter)
When: Sunday 27 March / Sunday 07 April / Sunday 14 April 2024
Time: 4pm - 6pm
Where: Cothill House School
To confirm attendance, please fill out this form
Did you know? From age 13 (school year 8), junior cricketers are eligible to be considered for selection for our senior sides in Saturday league cricket.
Under 15 - (School Years 9-10)
We run one team who play T20 cricket in the Oxfordshire league. and further details can be found below:
Training:
When: Thursday evenings from May-June
Time: 6.15pm - 7.30pm
Coach: Paul White
Matches:
When: Monday evenings from May-June
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Did you know? All u-15 players from our team in 2023 played at least one game senior sides in Saturday league cricket with two players making their debut for the 1st XI.
Under 17 - (School Years 11-13)
New for 2024, we are running an Under 17 team who will play in the Oxfordshire league. Players will train with the senior teams on Tuesday evenings and further details can be found below.
Matches:
When: Monday evenings (after the Under 15 Season has completed)
Time: 6pm - 8pm
Coach: Ram Baskaravelu
Fixtures and results - To be confirmed
Junior Membership & Match Fees
Junior Membership for school Years 5 - 10 are as follows:
£60 per year for the first child from a family.
£50 per year for other siblings.
The online form for 2024 Junior Membership registration and payment is available here.
Match Fees for the 2024 season are as follows:
£3 per match
Please note that winter training sessions are not included in the above costs and the respective team coaches will be able to advise you on the payment details for this.