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Cricket Switzerland

Based in the Swiss capital of Berne, Cricket Switzerland is proud to represent a thriving cricketing community of over 3000 players of all ages and their families.

As a member of both Swiss Olympic and the International Cricket Council (ICC), Cricket Switzerland continues to promote and develop the sport across the nation, fostering inclusivity, excellence, and a passion for the game.

Vision

To establish cricket as a truly national sport in Switzerland, embraced and enjoyed by people of all ages and skill levels.

Mission

As the governing body of cricket in Switzerland, we are committed to serving the Swiss cricket community by:

  • Creating opportunities for playing cricket at all levels.
  • Fostering cricket development across the country.
  • Promoting the sport in all regions of Switzerland.
  • Organizing inclusive national cricket competitions, open to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or ethnicity.

Values

  • Inclusiveness
  • Integrity
  • Enjoyment

The Senior Game

Cricket Switzerland: Competitions and Development

Cricket Switzerland organizes a variety of tournaments and development programs to promote the sport, including:

  • Senior Domestic Competitions (Men & Women):
    • 40-over league
    • Twenty20 competition
    • National T15 League
    • National T10 tournament
  • International Cricket: Senior and junior teams – men’s, women’s and youth – representing Switzerland.

In addition, Cricket Switzerland is dedicated to training and certifying match officials and coaches through its committees:

  • Swiss Federation Of Cricket Umpires & Scorers (sFOCUS)
  • Cricket Coaches Committee

Currently, Switzerland is proud to have a network of approximately 200 umpires and 80 coaches supporting the growth of the game.

Cricket Facilities in Switzerland

Cricket is played on public sports fields and school grounds, equipped with artificial pitches. Thanks to the support of local sports councils, several locations, including Basel, C.E.R.N., Cossonay, Embrach, Geneva, and Winterthur, feature permanent NottsSport© surfaces.

Notably, Cossonay, near Lausanne, boasts Switzerland’s only purpose-built cricket ground, exclusively dedicated to the sport.

 

Youth Cricket

Youth Cricket in Switzerland: A Remarkable Journey

From a modest beginning in 2005 with just a handful of enthusiastic juniors, Cricket Switzerland’s Youth Development Scheme now engages over 1,000 youngsters aged 6 to 17. The youth cricket movement continues to flourish, with participation growing year by year.

Cricket has spread across Switzerland, with tournaments held at the Under-11, Under-13, Under-15, Under-17, and Under-19 levels. The sport’s popularity extends to international and local schools, captivating both boys and girls. This has enabled the seamless integration of Swiss youth into a sport that was once unfamiliar in the country.

More Than Just a Sport

Youth cricket in Switzerland offers young people the opportunity to:

  • Stay healthy and active in their free time.
  • Build constructive social connections with peers.
  • Interact within a multi-cultural environment, fostering tolerance and understanding.

Swiss parents appreciate cricket’s emphasis on teamwork, sportsmanship, and its absence of the aggressive edge often seen in football and ice hockey. Additionally, the game allows their children to improve their English language skills while mingling with peers from diverse backgrounds. For expatriate families, youth cricket provides a familiar and welcoming activity that eases their transition into Swiss life.

A Collective Effort

The growth of youth cricket has been fueled by the active participation of parents, many of whom have completed ECB coaching courses. With dozens of qualified coaches dedicating their time weekly to nurture young talent, even more coaching programs are planned to sustain this momentum.

Recognition and Growth

The rapid progress of youth cricket in Switzerland has caught the attention of the International Cricket Council (ICC), earning the country several European awards for its dedication and innovation.

Swiss youth cricket is a testament to the power of sports to bring communities together, shape young lives, and create a lasting impact.

To learn more about Cricket Switzerland, visit CricInfo.