Metropolitan Competition

FAQ’s – Womens Metropolitan Cup for participants

The Women’s Metropolitan Competition has been established to offer more opportunities to female cricketers (16yrs & above) to participate in a social  but competitive environment across metro Sydney. Games are likely to be played both from Oct – Dec and then again from Jan – March as separate competitions.

When does it start?

Likely to be in late October.

Number of games will depend on number of teams, but we are aiming for 6 – 8 weeks of play across Metro Sydney.

How often are the games?

Weekly played on a Sunday afternoon.

Games will be played at 1pm on Sunday afternoons at grounds nominated by your club.

It is likely to be home and away fixtures, on a synthetic pitch.

What type of pitch will the games be played on?

Each game will be played on a full-length synthetic pitch.

What is the format?

These are T30 games to give everyone an opportunity to play. The playing conditions will specify details regarding batting retirements ( so everyone gets a go😊)

This is likely to be an 11 a side competition for 2026/27.

How do I join?

Please join one of the clubs listed on the website. Please reach out to your local club to indicate your interest in playing.

How much does it cost to play?

Clubs will set their own fee for you to join them to play this competition.

This will include the Cricket NSW team entry fee and any other fees like uniforms, training, equipment etc.

What level of experience is needed? Are there skill restrictions?

This is traditional cricket so you would need to have played cricket at some point in your life.

There will be a need to wear protective equipment ie helmet, bats and gloves.

As this is the first year this competition is being run, there is likely to be  a range of experience and skill on each team and between teams.

The bowlers must be able to bowl correctly off a full-length pitch ( 20.1m)

Do I have to play each week?

No, as long as there are enough players from your club to take the field. It is an 11 a side game.

The minimum number to play each week is 8 players!! 😊( hard work for them….)

Do I need all the equipment? I don’t have pads or gloves anymore.

You will need to wear protective equipment ie helmet, bats and gloves. Your club may well have this for you to borrow.

Are there coaches provided?

Your club may well provide a coach for your team. Enquire with the local club.

 Who will umpire the games?

Clubs will need to provide an Umpire ( or a spare player)

Any other questions, you have – please contact Zara Shipp on zara.shipp@cricketnsw.com.au

FAQ’s – Womens Metropolitan Cup for Cricket Clubs

The Women’s Metropolitan Competition has been established to offer more opportunities to female cricketers (16yrs & above) to participate in a social but competitive environment across metro Sydney. Games in 2026/27 are likely to be played both before and after the Christmas break.

When does it start?

Sunday afternoons – likely to be in late October.

Number of games will depend on number of teams, but we are aiming for 6 – 8 weeks of play across Metro Sydney before Christmas and again after.

How often are the games?

Weekly played on a Sunday afternoon.

Games will be played at 1pm on Sunday afternoons at grounds nominated by you.

It is likely to be home and away fixtures, on a synthetic pitch.

What type of pitch will the games be played on?

Each game will be played on a full-length synthetic pitch.

What is the format?

These are T30 games to give everyone an opportunity to play. The playing conditions will specify details regarding batting retirements ( so everyone gets a go😊)

This is a 11 a side competition.

We anticipate a squad of 13 players to ensure games happen each week.

The minimum number of players for a game to go ahead needs to be 8.

How does my club join this competition?

Complete the registration form in this webpage to register a team.

How much does it cost to play?

Club team entry fee to Cricket NSW is  approx. $200 ( exclusive of GST) - TBC

Each club can determine their own player registration fee. Please consider that this is a new competition for new players and some may wish to play in the Spring Comp or Summer Comp only.

What level of experience is needed? Are there skill restrictions?

This is traditional cricket so players would need to have played cricket at some point.

There will be a need to wear protective equipment ie helmet, bats and gloves.

As this is the first year this  competition is being run, there is likely to be  a range of experience and skill on each team and between teams.

The bowlers must be able to bowl correctly off a full-length pitch ( 20.1m)

Do I need to provide equipment to players.

Players will need to wear protective equipment ie helmet, bats and gloves. Players may bring their own – but you may have to provide some equipment.

Clubs will need to provide balls for each game.

Will my club need to provide a coach?

Your club could provide a coach for your team to make a great experience.

Who will umpire the games?

Clubs will need to provide an Umpire ( or a spare player)

Any other questions, you have – please contact Zara Shipp on zara.shipp@cricketnsw.com.au

Why I joined this comp:

"I loved playing cricket at school but there was no club cricket available when I finished school. I’ve been looking to play for years and joined the Twilight Smash series a few seasons ago which has been great fun. I really wanted to play hard ball cricket in a proper completion though and was very excited to hear about the Metro comp."

"I wanted to play the sport I love socially without competitive pressure and with a range of ages and people within my community/area."

About the clubs: 

“I've played for a lot of different sports clubs that don't even bother paying lip service to the women's teams, but Briars literally put their money where their mouth was by subsidising fees, putting on the bbq for free for the opening game, and getting other members of the club down to support. Ollie was an excellent coach, and was very committed to the team.” 

"Best experience I have had at a cricket club. Provided uniforms for free, president showed up to all games he was available. The boys team were very involved and would help with admin, field setup, coaching, trainings and would just be supportive and cheer us on."

"Castle Hill RSL are a wonderful club to play for. I played for them over 10 years ago and was welcomed back fully when I decided to return to more than social cricket."

Why should someone join this comp?

"Fantastic opportunity to continue playing cricket without the stress of representative pathways OR to get back into cricket after a break. To enjoy playing sport with a great group of women without a massive commitment in terms of time."

"A great competition with a bunch of skilled and competitive women."

"It was a fun competition to be part of with a real mix of abilities from completely new players to those returning after a short or long break from competitive cricket. I loved the feeling of taking wickets again and rediscovering that passion!"

"It was a great opportunity to play proper cricket with others just giving it a go or returning to cricket and having a place for girls who have aged- out of junior competitions to continue to play. The opportunity to play with my daughter was just amazing and it was so much fun!"

"Playing in the Metro Cup reminded me how much I love cricket and how important women playing cricket is. It was fun to return to a sport I love being surrounded by women who have the same passion. It was a great experience encouraging and supporting each other through wins and losses and working together to develop individual skills as well as our team dynamic. Everyone was competitive, wanting to win but there was also a supportiveness both within my team as well as our opponents. Everyone wanted to learn and do their best, having good banter and jokes whilst enjoying the game."

If you have basic ball and batting skills, want to have fun and make friends and LOVE cricket … what are you waiting for !!! Join now.