NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS
Every Masters cricketer has the opportunity to represent their state. It doesn’t matter what your ability, there’s a place for you at Cricket Australia Master’s annual National Championships.
Since the first “championships” in Canberra in 2006, the original six teams has grown to almost fifty spread across multiple divisions, and the rapid rate of growth has seen Cricket Australia Masters now include Men’s Over 40s, 50s, 55s, 60s, 65s, 70s and 75s+. Women (Over 40s and in 2026, Over 50s) held their first Championships in November 2022.
Tasmania has competed at every National Championship, and in 2022 and for 2026/27 MCTas expects to have 17 teams competing.
Tassie Devils (Division 2) Melbourne, 2014
Tassie Foresters (Division 3) Hobart, 2015
Many Masters cricketers are accompanied by their partners to these championships. Special social programmes are often organised, and entire new friendship groups that span the entire country established. Championships provide the opportunity to travel and make new acquaintances, and while the cricket is important, the social side of the championship week often has greater meaning.
Tassie Islanders (Division 4) Perth, 2016
Tassie Tigers (Division 1) Mooloolaba, 2013
AUSTRALIAN REPRESENTATION
It’s every young (and old!) cricketer’s dream to wear “the baggy green”, and Australian representation is possible if you’re good enough. Selection is usually based on performances at the Championships with regular home and away tours taking place against England and New Zealand. World Cups featuring teams from South Africa and the sub-continent have also been held in recent years. A list of Tasmanians who have played for their country can be found on our Honour Board.
