Taranaki Year Group Development Programme 2026/27
These programs have been designed to provide the best possible opportunities for both player and coach development, while ensuring cricket is fun, engaging, and supportive for all!
Program Outlines:
**Please Note: The age group is your current school year as of 2026**
Year 5/6 Boys Development Program
Phase 1: Training & Match Days (Oct–Dec)
- 29th Oct 5pm – Training
- 1st Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (2 X T20’s)
- 12th Nov 5pm – Training
- 15th Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 30 Over)
- 26th Nov 5pm – Training
- 29th Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 30 Over)
Phase 2: Hawke’s Bay Camps (Jan)
- OPTIONAL CAMP – Year 5/6 Camp: 22–25 January
- Camps will be led by assigned parent/coach(es)
Phase 3: District Fixtures (Feb–Mar)
- 2 Match Days (Dates and Times TBC)
Coach Development
As mentioned previously, this program is designed to develop both players and coaches. We are wanting to support parents and coaches to grow their skills in a structured environment. Please register your interest in the link below if you are wanting to develop your coaching skills.
Cost Breakdown
Phase 1 and 3 together – $179.99 (This includes: Coaching, Balls, Venue/facility hire, Administration)
OPTIONAL Phase 2 – Cost TBC (includes camp fee, meals & accommodation, petrol voucher for coach)
**Please note – This cost does not include a shirt and cap, you are welcome to use your Taranaki gear from last year (if you have it). If you require a shirt and cap, you will be given the option when you are given your development manuals**
Year 7 Boys Development Program
Phase 1: Training & Match Days (Nov–Dec)
- 5th Nov 5pm – Training
- 8th Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (2 X T20’s)
- 19th Nov 5pm – Training
- 22nd Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 30 Over)
- 3rd Dec 5pm – Training
- 6th Dec (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 40 Over)
Phase 2: Hawke’s Bay Camps (Jan)
- Year 7 Camp: 11–14 January
- Camps will be led by assigned parent/coach(es)
Phase 3: District Fixtures (Feb–Mar)
- 2 Match Days (Dates and Times TBC)
Coach Development
As mentioned previously, this program is designed to develop both players and coaches. We are wanting to support parents and coaches to grow their skills in a structured environment. Please register your interest in the link below if you are wanting to develop your coaching skills.
Cost Breakdown
Total Program Cost – $534.99 (This includes everything: Coaching, Balls, Venue/facility hire, Administration, Camp fee, meals & accommodation, petrol voucher for coach, Team Photo)
**Please note – This cost does not include a shirt and cap, you are welcome to use your Taranaki gear from last year (if you have it). If you require a shirt and cap, you will be given the option when you are given your development manuals**
Year 8 Boys Development Program
Phase 1: Training & Match Days (Nov–Dec)
- 5th Nov 5pm – Training
- 8th Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (2 X T20’s)
- 19th Nov 5pm – Training
- 22nd Nov (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 30 over)
- 3rd Dec 5pm – Training
- 6th Dec (Time TBC) – Match day (1 X 40 Over)
Phase 2: Hawke’s Bay Camps (Jan)
- Year 8 Camp: 19–22 January
- Camps will be led by assigned parent/coach(es)
Phase 3: District Fixtures and skills day (Feb–Mar)
- 2 Match Days (Dates and Times TBC)
- Skills day available to help transition into High School Cricket (bigger ball and bigger pitch)
Coach Development
As mentioned previously, this program is designed to develop both players and coaches. We are wanting to support parents and coaches to grow their skills in a structured environment. Please register your interest in the link below if you are wanting to develop your coaching skills.
Cost Breakdown
Total Program Cost – $534.99 (This includes everything: Coaching, Balls, Venue/facility hire, Administration, Camp fee, meals & accommodation, petrol voucher for coach, Team Photo)
**Please note – This cost does not include a shirt and cap, you are welcome to use your Taranaki gear from last year (if you have it). If you require a shirt and cap, you will be given the option when you are given your development manuals**
Year 7/8 Girls Development Program
We’re currently working on finalising our exciting new development programs for Year 7/8 Girls. Full details will be released soon, but in the meantime, we’d love to hear from you!
By registering your interest, you’ll be the first to know when programs open for sign-ups.
For any questions regarding the above information – Reach out to jordan@taranakicricket.co.nz
