Indigenous Cricket

Cricket Victoria’s Indigenous Cricket program is dedicated to fostering participation, inclusion and opportunity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cricketers across Victoria. 

Through pathways, community engagement and representative programs, we work to celebrate Indigenous culture and strengthen the connection between First Nations communities and the sport. Our goal is to support players at all levels – whether in grassroots, elite or leadership roles – and ensure that cricket is a place where Indigenous voices and talent are heard, nurtured, and empowered. 

Cricket Victoria, in partnership with the Cricket Victoria Foundation, provides opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cricketers across Victoria to participate in the National Indigenous Cricket Championships (NICC). Since the competition’s inception in 2016, the NICC has provided a platform for the best Men’s and Women’s Indigenous players from around Australia to represent their state, celebrate culture and showcase their talent. The week-long championship is a unique opportunity for players to compete at an elite level while building connections, sharing experiences and inspiring future generations. 

Previous Victorian representatives at the National Indigenous Cricket Championships include current Victorian and Australian representatives Scott Boland from the Men’s program, Ella Hayward & Emma Mannix from the Women’s program.

Victorian Indigenous Cricket Advisory Committee

Victorian Indigenous Cricket Advisory Committee (VICAC) has been established to advise CV management on matters relating to the creation, establishment and maintenance of Indigenous cricket programs in Victoria.

The committee aims to represent stakeholders of Indigenous cricket and communities around Victoria. VICAC representative also represent on Cricket Australia’s national committee.