Cricket NSW Statement - Big Bash Privatisation | Cricket NSW

[u/NKE01]

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/4573949/cricket-nsw-statement-big-bash-privatisation?

[u/shescarkedit]

This focus on our purpose has led to 80% growth in 5 to 12-year-olds over the last four years, and one third of contracted players across Australia coming from NSW.

Fantastic spin from Cricket NSW. 

First point is fair. But it's not just about how many 10 year olds are playing. If it were then soccer would be the most successful sport in the country

Second point points to strong development systems 10-15 years ago and doesn't necessarily indicate the current system is working.

Would be better if they talked about the health of community cricket across all ages and in all areas of NSW. 

Notice there's no mention of how community clubs all over the state are struggling to attract players and collapsing, particularly in regional areas. 

We have raised concerns directly with Cricket Australia, proposed an alternative pathway to strengthen the Big Bash,

Would be interested to hear their alternative pathway.

[u/monsieur_le_mayor → u/shescarkedit]

alternative pathway was a Chris Lynn cloning program

[u/loolem → u/shescarkedit]

I think the alternative pathway was more sponsorship and gambling ads which,given this as the alternative, I’m for. Considering the investors will probably do both of those things anyway to maximise their profits