The Foundation of Our Club
Fair Play, Unity, and the Spirit of Cricket
Crescent Cricket Club – Constitution (Summary)
1. Name & Affiliation
- The club is Crescent Cricket Club, affiliated with North East Scotland Cricket (NESC) and Strathmore & Perthshire Cricket Union (SPCU).
2. Aims & Objectives
- Promote cricket for all ages, ensuring participation, coaching, and competition.
- Manage the club while upholding the ECB Code of Conduct and Spirit of Cricket.
- Implement ECB Safeguarding and Equity policies.
- Encourage full participation of members in club activities.
3. Membership
- Open to all regardless of sex, age, disability, ethnicity, nationality, or beliefs.
- Various membership categories: Full, Junior, Non-playing, Associate, Social, Family, Honorary/Life Member.
- Membership requires a completed application and subscription payment.
- Committee reserves the right to refuse or remove membership for misconduct, with an appeal process available.
4. Officers & Management
- Executive Officers:
- President: Dave Gibson
- Secretary: Vineet Khanna
- Treasurer & Club Captain: Nathan Thangaraj
- Club Development Secretary: Alexander Pereira
- Disciplinary Officer: Anjum Toor
- Honorary Officer: Vice-President (vacant).
- Committee Responsibilities:
- Manage club affairs and finances.
- Maintain financial transparency.
- Appoint sub-committees and advisers if needed.
5. Finance & Property
- All funds must be banked under the club’s name.
- The Treasurer manages financial reports and ensures adequate insurance.
- Funds must be reinvested into the club, with no private benefit to members.
- The club can sell food, drinks, and sports equipment for cricket-related purposes.
6. General Meetings & Constitution Changes
- Annual General Meeting (AGM) held before end of April.
- 21 days’ notice required for AGM.
- Members must submit agenda items 14 days in advance.
- Constitution changes require a two-thirds majority at a General Meeting.
7. Discipline & Appeals
- Governed by the Disciplinary Procedure document.
8. Declaration
- The constitution serves as the official guide for all club operations.
- Signed by Vineet Khanna (Club Secretary).
Respect the Game, Honor the Spirit
Upholding Integrity, On and Off the Pitch
Crescent Cricket Club prioritizes the welfare of under-18s and adults at risk, ensuring equal protection for all, regardless of background. All coaches, captains, team managers, and volunteers must comply with the ECB Safe Hands Policy and act in the best interests of young players.
Key Expectations:
- Complete required safeguarding training and vetting.
- Maintain appropriate conduct in all interactions (in-person & online).
- Respect confidentiality and report safeguarding concerns promptly.
- Use the whistleblowing policy if concerns are not addressed.
- Act with integrity and recognize your position of trust.
Breaches of this Code are taken seriously and may result in removal from the club or further action. For support, contact the Club Safeguarding Officer.
Agreed: March 2024
Fair Play, Firm Standards
Ensuring Respect and Responsibility in Every Match
Crescent Cricket Club – Discipline Regulations
Crescent Cricket Club upholds the highest standards of conduct, following the ECB Model Discipline Regulations. All players must adhere to the Code of Conduct & The Spirit of Cricket, with captains ensuring compliance.
Unsatisfactory Conduct Includes:
- Dissent or provocative behavior towards umpires, players, or spectators.
- Intimidation, assault, or offensive gestures.
- Racist comments, abusive language, or “sledging.”
- Involvement with illegal drugs.
Disciplinary Process:
- Alleged breaches must be reported to the Club Secretary.
- The Disciplinary Committee (Chairman, Secretary, Captain) will review complaints and decide on actions:
- No action, a warning, or an appropriate penalty.
- Penalties may include a reprimand, fine, suspension, or termination of membership for serious misconduct.
Appeals:
- Players can appeal to the Club President, whose decision is final.