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BEARS Junior Representative Cricket

U12 – U16 Representative Program

Welcome to BEARS Junior Rep Cricket

This site provides information for players, families, coaches, managers and organisers involved in BEARS junior representative cricket.

Find My Team

See coaches, managers and key info for each rep team.

Training & Practice

View up-to-date training and practice match schedules.

Uniforms

Order playing & training kit and check size guides.

Forms & Policies

Player forms, codes of conduct and social media policy.

Current season:

Baggy Presentation Night

New representative players receive their BEARS baggy at a special presentation night. Details (date, time and venue) will be posted here once confirmed.

  • All new players must attend in smart casual clothes.
  • Families are welcome – great night for team photos.
  • Players are expected to wear their baggy with pride and according to the BEARS Code of Conduct.

Representative Teams

Select your team to see key details, training and practice games.

Carnival Information

Key details for the main carnivals that BEARS junior representative teams participate in. Full playing conditions are available in the Forms & Policies section.

Les Kinnane Memorial Shield

Development carnival for U13 players. Matches are generally one-day games with overs and bowling limits designed to give all players opportunities.

  • Quarters-style one-day format.
  • Strong focus on equal participation and development.
  • Full rules PDF available under Forms & Policies.

Melissa Bulow Cup

U13 girls development carnival. Format emphasises skill development, participation and learning 40-over cricket in a supportive environment.

  • 40-over matches with quarters.
  • Retirement and bowling limits to share opportunities.
  • Full rules PDF available under Forms & Policies.

QJC / State Challenge

Queensland Junior Cricket Championship and State Challenge events for various age groups, generally 40 or 50-over matches and T20 games under formal playing conditions.

  • Balls-per-batter and bowling workload restrictions.
  • Mandatory helmets and player safety requirements.
  • Full U13 playing conditions in Forms & Policies.

Exact dates, venues and daily schedules will be communicated by team managers and published here when finalised.

Training & Practice Schedules

Schedules are kept up to date by team managers and coaches. Please check back regularly during the season for changes.

Volunteering

BEARS junior representative cricket relies on volunteers. Each team needs a coach, manager, scorers and occasional umpires. Below is a summary of the main roles.

Team Manager

  • Primary contact between BEARS, players and parents.
  • Collects and tracks medical forms, code of conduct and other paperwork.
  • Helps coordinate training, practice matches and carnival logistics.
  • Supports team culture and ensures off-field standards are met.

Coach

  • Plans and runs training sessions.
  • Sets batting and bowling orders and on-field strategies.
  • Ensures development carnivals provide fair opportunities for all players.
  • Works with manager on player workload and welfare.

Scorer

  • Scores matches on paper or electronic system.
  • Checks scores with opposition scorers at breaks.
  • Assists manager and coach with stats when needed.

Umpiring & Other Support

  • Parents may be asked to help with square leg umpiring.
  • Transport, lunches and laundry support at carnivals.
  • Positive sideline behaviour in line with the BEARS Code of Conduct.

Interested in Volunteering?

Speak with your team manager or email the BEARS junior coordinator to discuss how you can help.

Uniforms

Players are supplied with BEARS representative playing and training kit. All orders are placed online using the form below.

Order / Confirm Uniform

Size Guide

Use the chest, waist and hip measurements to select the correct size. Measure around the fullest part of each area as shown.

Keon apparel size guide

Uniform Pickup

Details for uniform pickup (dates, times and location) will be published here and communicated via team managers once stock has arrived.

Forms & Policies

Player Forms

All players must have a current medical form submitted before competition. The form includes emergency contacts, allergies, medications and permissions.

Codes & Behaviour

These documents outline expectations for players, parents and officials, including on-field behaviour and use of social media.

Playing Conditions

Full playing conditions for carnivals and championships. Managers and coaches should be familiar with these before tournaments.

Documents

Name Type Age Sex Level Team Season Description

Admin Area

Access for coaches, managers and organisers. Sign in to use admin tools.

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