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Largest ever Pathway to Performance cohort announced

Friday 28 August 2026, 10:00 am

Fifteen coaches have been selected for the fourth cohort of New Zealand Cricket's Pathway to Performance programme.

Catalyst Coaching pilot boosts school cricket programmes

Wednesday 19 August 2026, 03:00 pm

Read how this pilot has helped coaches, schools and young cricketers thrive at secondary schools across New Zealand.

HE PITO MATA Community Umpire Programme

Tuesday 04 August 2026, 01:25 am

This programme is designed for new club umpires, players umpires, parents and youth cricketers who want to make an impact on the game.

2026 Changes to the MCC Laws of Cricket

Tuesday 04 August 2026, 12:44 am

The changes include Law clarifications, equipment updates, inclusive language improvements, and practical points that umpires and scorers should begin reviewing ahead of the 2026/27 season.

Celebrating our Match Officials

Tuesday 04 August 2026, 12:25 am

NZC Match Official Recognition Certificates — a special initiative designed to celebrate the outstanding commitment of match officials who have generously volunteered years of service to cricket.

Paving the future for Umpiring & Scoring in Aotearoa

Friday 31 July 2026, 02:07 am

The Community Umpire & Scorer Advisory Group and Regional Umpire & Scorer Developers have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to strengthen the umpiring and scoring network across Aotearoa.

NZC Honours 2025–26 Community Cricket Award Winners

Thursday 19 March 2026, 03:30 pm

New Zealand Cricket is delighted to announce the winners of the Community Cricket Awards for the 2025-26 season.

Wellington College crowned Boys’ First XI Cup champions

Monday 22 December 2025, 05:00 pm

Wellington College produced an emphatic chase in the final round of competition, running down Christchurch Boys’ High School’s target in just 31.2 overs to secure victory on net run rate

Christchurch & Napier Boys’ return to the First XI Cup

Tuesday 16 December 2025, 11:30 am

Last year’s champions Christchurch Boys’ High School and runners-up Napier Boys’ High School headline the 2025 Secondary School Boys First XI Cup tournament, as six top schools converge for a shot at