To ensure consistency in player eligibility across all grades, The SMCA Executive has approved the following changes to finals qualification thresholds: • Two Day Grades: Qualification remains at 6 playing days (unchanged) • One Day Grades A–I: Qualification threshold reduced from 6 to 5 playing days • One Day Grade J: Qualification threshold reduced from 6 to 4 playing days, or 3 playing days if the player has not appeared in a higher grade These adjustments aim to align

🌧️  Wet Weather Guidelines – No Official Umpire Present In the absence of an official umpire, captains must confer to assess weather-related conditions and determine whether play can proceed. Decisions should be guided by player safety, ground and equipment condition, and the spirit of the game. ⚠️  Factors to Consider: •              Extreme weather, including lightning •              Condition of the ball •              Safety of players •              Activity on adjoinin

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

Please be aware that we have had a technical issue with the Season Permits function of the PlayHQ program the date of the season start was on 18/10/2025.   For all permits that have a start date of the 18/10/2025 you will not be able to select them this week.  However the SMCA Executive will allow the clubs in this instance to use the 'Fill In Player' function and then they can replace the player later with the correct player.   All other permit dates will be able to be selec

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The main issue affecting fixture planning in the very lower grades this season has been uneven ground availability. Some dates offer ample venues, while others are severely limited—resulting in congestion and situations where teams that should be playing at home are displaced. A decision has been made to start the ODJ season on 18 October. However, both 11 October and 18 October present challenges, with only two grounds available for four scheduled matches on each date. To ma

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📢 Club Guidelines Update The Info for Clubs document is now available, outlining key procedures and expectations for all teams and committees. 📄 Action Required: Team Captains and Club Committee members are asked to review the document and ensure it’s shared with relevant personnel. This helps maintain consistency, transparency, and smooth operations across all clubs. Let’s stay informed, aligned, and ready for every round.

The Western Australian cricket community mourns the passing of Brian Waterer, Patron of the South Metropolitan Cricket Association (SMCA)...