Orange District Junior Cricket Association

Registrations are now open for Cricket NSW’s eScoring webinars!

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/play-hq/e-scoring

Running throughout September and October, Cricket NSW's eScoring webinars are designed to help volunteers confidently use PlayHQ eScoring ahead of the season. Delivered by Cricket NSW competition and volunteer support staff, each session covers PlayHQ access, navigation and an eScoring demonstration.

Two webinar options are available to support the different formats and scoring experiences from Stage 1 Junior Cricket to Senior Cricket. Whether you're new to cricket or refreshing for the season ahead, register below to learn how to score matches electronically and upload results to PlayHQ.

Bring a second device and follow along in real time using PlayHQ's eScore Demo, and gain hands-on experience.

eScoring Essentials
Perfect for those new to eScoring, or anyone looking to refresh their skills before the season ahead.

These sessions will cover the fundamentals of PlayHQ eScoring, including how to access the platform, select teams, set up matches, and navigate the different PlayHQ portals.

eScoring Stage 1 Junior Cricket
Perfect for parents, volunteers and team officials involved in Stage 1 Junior Cricket.

Covering Stage 1 specific rules, umpiring signals, how to access and navigate PlayHQ eScoring, select teams and eScoring fundamentals, this session is designed for those scoring the entry level format of Australian Cricket.

2026/27 Orange District Junior Cricket Registrations now open
New or interested in Cricket? Welcome Aboard
Below link with ODJCA club contacts
https://orangejuniorcricket.com/club-contacts

We love to celebrate the achievements of our Orange juniors.
Today our highlight is NIC WARBURTON.
Nic played his junior cricket and began his umpiring career in Orange, following in the footsteps of dad, Dave and mum, Kathryn.
Nic moved to Sydney for university and has continued his umpiring there moving up to grade. He has now been appointed to the State & Territory Umpires Panel for 2026/27.
Nic (r) is pictured here umpiring at the National Indigenous Cricket Championships. Apologies, we don’t know the name of the other umpire.
Alongside Premier Cricket commitments, members of the STUP’s officiate in the WBBL, WNCL, state Second XI; CA Underage National Championships and as Fourth Umpires in the BBL.
Nic also loves coming home and giving us a hand in the January Carnivals when he can and has stood in several of our T20 exhibition games.
Well done and congratulations Nic!

The Sydney Thunder Country Blitz is coming to Bathurst, and we can't wait to bring an afternoon full of cricket, colour, and excitement to the Central Tablelands!

This is a fantastic opportunity for kids to meet one high-profile WBBL player and one high-profile BBL player, take part in exciting cricket activities, and experience just how much fun our game can be.

Best of all... it's completely FREE! 🎉

Event Details

📅 Tuesday 29th July
📍 George Park 1, Bathurst
🕓 4:00pm – 6:00pm

The event is FREE for all children aged 5–12, and we'd love to see as many young cricketers and first-time participants there as possible!

Older children and teenagers are also more than welcome to come along. While the on-field activities are designed for ages 5–12, they'll still have the opportunity to meet the Thunder players, grab a photo 📸, collect an autograph ✍️, and enjoy all the excitement.

What's happening on the day?

🏏 Fun cricket games and activities
⭐ Meet one high-profile WBBL and one high-profile BBL Sydney Thunder player
🚌 Explore the Sydney Thunder Bus
🎯 Test yourself on the Giant Inflatable Classic Catch
📸 Photos with the players
✍️ Autograph opportunities
🌈 PLUS... we're finishing the afternoon with a Cricket NSW Colour Bash!

Get ready to celebrate with an explosion of colour as we wrap up an unforgettable afternoon of cricket and fun! 🎉

👕 Make sure you wear clothes that you don't mind getting covered in colour! We recommend wearing an old white or light-coloured shirt so you can really show off the Colour Bash experience.

Whether your child already plays cricket or has never picked up a bat before, the Country Blitz is all about making new friends, trying something new, and discovering why cricket is one of Australia's favourite sports.



Places are limited, so don't miss out!



👉 Register for FREE here:
https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/register/c4de9e

A quick reminder about dates for our upcoming coaching and selection sessions for our 2026-27 youth squads.
Please use the QR code to register your child for these sessions.
Under 13 - turning 13 or younger after the 31st of August 2026
Under 14 - turning 14 after the 31st of August 2026
Under 15 - turning 15 after the 31st of August 2026
Under 16 - turning 16 after the 31st of August 2026
All sessions will be held at the Carl Sharpe Cricket Centre at Wade Park in Orange. Access to the Centre is via Lords Place.
Session 1 - Sunday 26th July 2026
U/13 and U/14s from 10:00am to 1:00pm
U/15s from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Session 2 - Sunday 23rd August 2026
U/13 and U/14s from 10:00am to 1:00pm
U/15s from 12:30pm to 3:30pm
Session 3 - Sunday 13th September 2026
U/13 and U/14s from 9:00am to 12:00pm
U/15s and U/16s from 11:00am to 2:00pm
Session 4 - Sunday 27th September 2026
U/13 and U/14s from 10:00am to 1:00pm
U/15s and U/16s from 12:00pm to 3:00pm

Orange District Junior Cricket Association invites delegates and friends of junior cricket in Orange to the Annual General Meeting of the Association Tuesday July 21 2026
6.30pm
Meeting Room of Trimmer Pavilion, Riawena Oval

The first General meeting of the Association for the 2026 / 27 Season will be held directly following the Annual General Meeting.

At the Annual General meeting a review of the 2025/26 season will include President's report, Treasurer's report and review of the 2026 January Carnivals and preparations for the upcoming 2027 Carnivals and New Zealand Tour.

All positions on the Executive Committee will be declared vacant.
Those wishing to nominate for positions on the Committee should submit nominations on the relevant forms. Please contact a member of the current committee for more information.

Clubs are also reminded of the need to nominate DELEGATES and submit their AFFILIATION to the Association.

Orange District Junior Cricket values your help to continue the growth and development of junior cricket in Orange. In 2025 / 26 a small band of volunteer Mums and Dads in conjunction with the clubs, administered 40+ teams with more than 470 junior participants, Cricket Blast programs and Representative Cricket across four age groups. We ran three January Carnivals with 35 visiting teams.

The Association will support the u16 Rep side to tour New Zealand for the Queenstown carnival in 2027.
We will fund organise and deliver a widened pitch at Brendan Sturgeon Oval, in conjunction with ODCA & Orange Council, as part of our efforts to improve our facilities for players.

Can you add your skills and enthusiasm to this team?
Please consider joining the Committee. Treasurer and Secretary or general committee positions are vacant currently.

For more information please contact
Adrian Lee

Thunder School Holiday Cricket Clinic.
Date: 9 July 2026
Age: 7-14
Run by: Qualified Coaches
Venue: Wade Park, Orange
Cost: $69

ODJCA Under 16s Rep players and Parents will be at Bunnings running the Sausage Sizzle this Sunday 24 May to help raise money for the upcoming NZ Tour. Come along and grab a snag and support Junior Cricket!

ODJCA is pleased to announce dates for the 2027 Western NSW January Cricket Carnivals. Please keep an eye out on WNSWJCC Facebook for further details as we move toward registrations opening.

Good afternoon,
Please note the change of venue for the u 14s Rep Trial on Sunday 22 Mar.
The trial will take place at Kinross Main Oval.
Times and all other details will remain the same
Carl Sharpe Centre as the wet weather alternative./
ODJCA thanks KWS for their flexibility in allowing us to use the facilities.