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SOUTH METROPOLITAN CRICKET ASSOCIATION

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Mental Health Round – Information Notice
The SMCA reminds all clubs that the upcoming Mental Health Round is an opportunity to highlight wellbeing and support across our community. Clubs are encouraged to:
• Promote awareness of mental health resources available locally and nationally.
• Encourage open conversations among players, officials, and supporters.
• Recognize the importance of balance, resilience, and support networks in sport.
• Share contact details for professional services and helplines where appropriate.
This round is not only about cricket but also about reinforcing the values of care, respect, and community.

SMCA Mental Health Round

The SMCA is proud to introduce an important new initiative this season, taking place on Saturday, 6 December, to help raise awareness of mental health within our cricketing community. Mental health affects people of all ages, backgrounds, and walks of life, and its importance cannot be overstated. As an Association, we believe it is essential that we continue to recognise, support, and promote positive mental health for everyone involved in our game; players, coaches, volu

📌 Fixture Rescheduling (January 3 & 10 to January 10 & 11)

Clubs exercising the option to reschedule their fixture from January 3 and 10 to January 10 and 11 are reminded to contact both the Association Secretary and the Umpire's Advisor. This ensures: • Fixtures are updated in PlayHQ • Umpires can be appointed where required • Communications remain accurate and timely Please action this promptly to avoid any scheduling or officiating issues.

📣 SMCA Advisory – Saliva Use Prohibited

Effective immediatly, the South Metropolitan Cricket Association will adopt a no-tolerance approach regarding the use of saliva on the ball. Following updated guidance from the Umpire's Advisor and in alignment with the Laws of Cricket regarding sweat, saliva is no longer permitted for ball maintenance in any grade. 🔹 First Offence: Warning issued to both the bowler and team captain 🔹 Subsequent Offence: A 5-run penalty will be applied Umpires have been briefed and will mon

Mental Health Survey

As part of the SMCA’s commitment to wellbeing in community sport, Mental Health Round will be held on Saturday, 6th December. All Clubs and the Umpires Association are asked to participate by completing the Mental Health Survey. Your insights will help us better understand how we can support mental health across all levels of the game. 📩 Please forward completed survey responses to the SMCA Secretary. Let’s continue building a safe, supportive, and inclusive cricket communit

Cricket West Cup

2025/26 Belt Up CricketWest Association Cup will be held on Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st December. This year’s competition features Women’s, Seniors, Masters, and Colts divisions. Players Wanted! Clubs are encouraged to nominate interested players for selection. Let’s showcase the depth of talent across the SMCA and support this fantastic representative event. For more information or to express interest, please contact Ian Del Rosso.

F15 Fixtures

The F15 fixtures have been completed and are now available on PlayHQ. Round 1 is scheduled for Tuesday 16 December, followed by Round 2 on Tuesday 13 January. Matches will then be played weekly, with semi finals on Tuesday 10 February and the final on Tuesday 17 February. Clubs are encouraged to check their schedules and confirm team and venue details.

SMCA Communication Protocol Reminder

There have been recent attempts to contact the SMCA via inactive or unmonitored email addresses. To ensure your correspondence reaches the appropriate official promptly, please follow the guidelines below: 📧 Everyday Correspondence All general emails should be directed to the SMCA Secretary at: secretary@smcacricket.com.au Shamez will ensure your message is forwarded to the relevant Executive member. 🚨 Forfeits All forfeits must be reported via email to: forfeits@smcacricke

Mid-Season One-Day Final

The Mid-Season One-Day Final for all Two-Day grades will be held on Sunday, 7 December 2025. Qualification criteria is listed in the Info for Cluba. 📋 Qualification Criteria (By-Law 33) • Applies to One-Day fixtures only, including One-Day only grades. • A player must have participated in at least four (4) days of fixtured One-Day matches with their club. • Participation may include matches in One-Day only grades. ⏳ 2025–26 Season Cut-Offs • Eight-Team Grades: • Qualifi

Updated SMCA Procedure for Forfeits

Due to a mix-up last weekend, the SMCA is updating its procedure for handling forfeits. From now on, any club wishing to forfeit a team must have a committee member e-mail forfeits@smcacricket.com.au with the following details: • Team forfeiting • Grade • Opposition team The forfeiting club is welcome to notify the opposition directly if they wish, but the opposition club should not act on the forfeit until they receive an official e-

Message to Clubs from the Senior Vice President

To All Clubs, Over the last few weeks the SMCA has been inundated with requests for official umpires to be supplied to the lower grades due to historical issues between clubs and teams. Whilst the SMCA would ideally love to be able to meet these requests, unfortunately, the truth of the matter is, there just isn’t enough to go around. The SMCA Committee over the last few seasons has been constantly warning clubs about player behaviour and has toughened its stance to a zero-t

🏅 SMCA Life Membership – Nominations Open

The SMCA invites clubs and members to submit nominations for Life Membership. Life Membership is awarded to individuals who have made outstanding and sustained contributions to the Association. While the Constitution does not specify a minimum service period, past recipients have typically demonstrated long-term involvement and significant impact. If you know someone whose dedication deserves recognition, please submit a nomination outlining their service and achievements. 📅

P&D Roster

As agreed at the May General Meeting clubs will provide one resonsible represenative each when there is a P&D Tribunal. Below is the roster for the 2025-26 11 October 2025 : Armadale & Canning Vale 18 October 2025 : Cannington Tigers & CBC 25 October 2025 : Champion Lakes & Cockburn 1 November 2025 : East Fremantle & Ferndale Lynwood 8 November 2025 : Forrestdale & Hilton Bicton 15 November 2025 : Jandakot Park & Kardinya Lakes 22 November 2025 : Kelmscott & Kenwick 29 Novemb

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About

South Metropolitan Cricket Association

The South Metropolitan Cricket Association was formed in 1996
after a merger of the South Suburban Cricket Association and the
Fremantle and Districts Mercantile Cricket Association.

The Association fosters cricket in suburbs south of the Swan River,
from Fremantle to Cannington, Serpentine to Kwinana. There are
currently 26 Clubs affiliated with the SMCA as well as an Umpires Association.

The Association is administered by an Executive Committee which is elected each year by the Clubs at the Annual General Meeting.

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