Beginner League
Beginner Leagues
Beginner Leagues
Basic Level
The Beginner League is the ideal entry-level category in Criclay - The Hundred Balls, designed specifically for absolute beginners or those with minimal cricket experience. This league focuses on introducing new players to the game of cricket, teaching them the basics, and helping them develop essential skills. With a relaxed atmosphere and minimal competition, the Beginner League offers a supportive environment for newcomers or those looking to return to cricket after a long break. Guided by experienced coaches or mentors, players will learn the rules, fundamental techniques, and key strategies of cricket, making this the perfect starting point for anyone looking to get into the game.
Leagues Levels & Players Structure
Beginner League - Basic Level
- Pro - Not Allowed
- Platinum - Not Allowed
- Diamond - Not Allowed
- Gold - Max 2
- Silver - Max 5
- Bronze - At least 2 - No Limit
- Emerging - At least 1 - No Limit
Anonymous players can participate in any league until they are categorized.
| Player Categories | Category Playing Criteria |
|---|---|
| Pro | Can play Upto 1 in Pro, Not Allowed in Freshman / Beginner / Rookie / Amateur |
| Platinum | Can play Upto 2 in Pro, Upto 1 in Amateur, Not Allowed in Freshman / Beginner / Rookie |
| Diamond | Can play Upto 3 in Pro, Upto 3 in Amateur, Only 1 in Rookie, Not Allowed in Freshman / Beginner |
| Gold | Can play Upto 4 in Pro & Amateur, 3 in Rookie, Upto 2 in Beginner and Upto 2 in Freshman |
| Silver | No Restriction in Pro. Can play Upto 4 in Freshman, Upto 5 in Beginner & Rookie, At least 2 in Amateur |
| Bronze | No Restriction in Pro & Amateur. At least 3 in Freshman, At least 2 in Beginner, At least 1 in Rookie |
| Emerging | No Restriction in Pro, Amateur & Rookie. At least 1 in Beginner, At least 2 in Freshman |
| Anonymous | Players marked as Anonymous are those who have not undergone screening. |
In case a particular category player falls short for any team in the respective league, teams can play any junior category player in his place.
The Hundred Balls Leagues Levels & Structure:
Beginner (Basic Level):The lowest level of competition, where new players or those with a very low level of competitiveness start their journey.
This structure allows for a gradual progression from beginner to pro , providing a clear pathway for players to develop their skills and improve their competitiveness. The Beginner league will serve as a stepping stone for new players to gain experience and build confidence before moving up to the Rookie league.
Player Categories and Replacement Criteria for Squad Management
Teams may adjust player categories in their squad based on the following criteria:
- If a team cannot meet the required number of higher-category players, they are permitted to include an additional player from a lower category.
- To include an extra player from a higher category, a team must forgo two players from lower categories in place of the one higher category player.
The following guidelines apply for player replacements based on the category compromises made:
- Sacrificing 2 Platinum Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Pro Player.
- Sacrificing 2 Diamond Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Platinum Player.
- Sacrificing 2 Gold Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Diamond Player.
- Sacrificing 2 Silver Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Gold Player.
- Sacrificing 2 Bronze Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Silver Player.
- Sacrificing 2 Emerging Players allows for the inclusion of 1 Bronze Player.
These adjustments are NOT ALLOWED in FRESHMAN LEAGUE!
- By sacrificing 1 Pro Player, a team can include either:
- 1 additional Platinum Player, or
- 2 additional Diamond Players.
- By sacrificing 1 Platinum Player, a team can include either:
- 1 additional Diamond Player, or
- 2 additional Gold Players.
- By sacrificing 1 Diamond Player, a team can include either:
- 1 additional Gold Player, or
- 2 additional Silver Players.
- By sacrificing 1 Gold Player, a team can include either:
- 1 additional Silver Player, or
- 2 additional Bronze Players.
- By sacrificing 1 Silver Player, a team can include either:
- 1 additional Bronze Player, or
- 2 additional Emerging Players.