We do this through a number of different products, services and activities. High Performance Coaching is available to all players of all ages throughout Tasmania.
Our coaching staff will visit any club or school requiring specialist coaching and support or host them at our first-class indoor training facilities located at the Kingborough Sports Complex, only 15 minutes from Hobart.
A feature of our Coaching Programs are our regular Batting, Bowling, Fielding and Wicketkeeping Masterclass sessions delivered by highly experienced players and Cricket Australia accredited coaches.
CRICKET COACHING QUALIFICATIONS
Cricket Australia Level 3 Accredited Coach
20+ Years Coaching Experience
Inducted into the Cricket Tasmania Premier League Hall of Fame in 2023
PLAYING STYLE
Right Arm Fast/Medium Pace Bowler, Right Hand Top Order Batsman
COACHING PHILOSOPHIES/SPECIALITIES
My coaching philosophy begins with demonstrating belief in all players. Cricket and sport is about achieving your personal best, so everyone is capable of doing this. My role is to then provide the environment, advice, drills and strategies to help the players learn. It is then about motivating and encouraging the players to make the necessary commitment to achieve their desired outcome.
GREATEST CRICKET MOMENTS or ACHIEVEMENTS
Tasmania Ford Ranger Cup Premiership – 2007-08
Tasmania vs. Sri Lanka (Tour Match – 2008)
Prime Minister’s XI vs. England in 2006
2006/07 and 2007/2008 Kingborough Knights 1st XI Premierships
MOST RESPECTED PLAYER
Steve Waugh
CONTACT DETAILS
mark@thecrickethub.com.au
FAVOURITE DISCIPLINE: Batting
FAVOURITE PLAYER OF ALL TIME: Steve Waugh or Ricky Ponting
BEST BOWLER EVER FACED: Shane Warne
FAVOURITE CRICKET CAREER HIGHLIGHT: Playing for Tasmania against Sri Lanka and batting with Ricky Ponting and after the game Ricky was chosen to play for Australia. There was a great deal of media around and channel 9 interviewed him and his father in the change rooms. A super special moment.
BEST BAT EVER USED: GM Maestro
FAVOURITE SHOT: Cut shot
CRICKET COACHING QUALIFICATIONS
Cricket Australia Level 3 Accredited Coach
COACHING PHILOSOPHIES/SPECIALITIES
I like to provide both boys and girls with improvement in their skill sets which will give them the best opportunity to do well in matches. I want to empower the players to help them make good decisions during games and boost their confidence.
GREATEST CRICKET MOMENTS or ACHIEVEMENTS
Playing member of the 1993/94 Tasmanian Sheffield Shield team which played against NSW in the Sheffield Shield final
Playing in winning Grand Final teams with the South Launceston Cricket Club
Being the Chairman of Selectors in winning Tasmanian Cricket teams in both the Sheffield Shield and domestic one day competitions
Being part of the coaching staff for the South Hobart Sandy Bay Cricket Club’s first women’s premiership in the 2020/21 season
MOST RESPECTED PLAYER
Mark Taylor
CONTACT DETAILS
(03) 6229 7863, coaching@thecrickethub.com.au
Michael is generally available on Saturday and Sunday mornings, as well as school holidays.
It’s back again! For the thirteenth year, we are running our very popular intensive off season cricket program suited to the keenest of cricketers: the Winter Academy. This program is run between June and August.
Suitable for: 12-17 years old
Price: $1,395
Pay upfront or over the course of the program (must be paid in full before the final session). A $250 non-refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking.
For more information, please contact us on on 03 6229 7863 or mark@thecrickethub.com.au.
The Cricket Hub takes pride in being the premier provider for personalised coaching services to young Tasmanians. Whether you are an aspirational young cricketer with dreams of playing on Blundstone Arena or you simply want to reach your personal best – The Cricket Hub have the knowledge, facilities and the passion to help.
We provide a range of session options and programs to suit:
In addition, we can tailor a program to suit the individual needs of players and groups. Please contact Mark to discuss what might suit you or your team.
See what some of our clients say about our coaching programs on our Testimonials page.
For twelve years now, we have been running our very popular intensive off season cricket program suited to the keenest of cricketers: the Winter Academy. This program is run between June and August.
Suitable for: 12-17 years old
2026 Price: $1,395.00
Pay upfront or over the course of the program (must be paid in full before the final session). A $250 non-refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking.
For more information, please contact us on on 03 6229 7863 or mark@thecrickethub.com.au.
