Cricket Collective Awards 2026
We’re delighted to announce that nominations for the 2026 ECB Cricket Collective Awards are now open!
These awards celebrate the incredible contributions made by volunteers across the cricketing community. From grassroots clubs and local leagues to wider community initiatives, they recognise the people whose dedication off the field makes the game possible.
This is your chance to say thank you to those who go above and beyond. We encourage you to nominate individuals who have made a real difference and deserve recognition for their commitment and impact.
To celebrate our nominees and winners, we’ll be hosting the Cricket Collective Awards celebration during the Metro Bank One Day Cup fixture, Gloucestershire v Surrey on Friday, 31 July.
2026 Categories
Newcomer of the Year
An individual who has recently stepped into the world of cricket volunteering and made an immediate, positive impact. Whether through fresh ideas, infectious enthusiasm, or a willingness to go above and beyond, this person has quickly become an integral part of their club or community.
Young Cricket Collective Champion
A young volunteer aged 14 to 25 who has brought fresh energy, skills, or ideas to cricket this season, leading by example, acting as a positive role model, and making a meaningful contribution to their team, club or community.
Raising the Game
A volunteer, committee member, or administrator who has gone above and beyond to help make cricket the most inclusive team sport opening cricket to new participants and communities and helping them thrive and feel welcome.
Metro Bank Champion of Girls' Cricket
An individual, coach, role model, club or group who has championed the development of girls’ cricket, creating opportunities for girls to play, coach, and lead.
Unsung Hero
A dedicated volunteer whose efforts to make cricket happen often go unnoticed or take place behind-the-scenes, yet they continue to go above and beyond to support their club or community and to improve the experience for everyone involved.
Sustainability Innovator
An individual, club, or group that is addressing the threat climate change poses to cricket by making sustainable changes to operations, adapting their facilities and/or engaging and educating their local community.
Official of the Year
Match Officials, whether as an Umpire or Scorer, who uphold the spirit of cricket through fairness, professionalism and respect, and who make significant contributions to their organisation and the wider cricketing community, including supporting the development of others.
Grounds Management Team of the Year
Volunteers who go the extra mile to make sure players have quality, safe, and sustainable facilities to enjoy cricket throughout the season.
League Legend
A league volunteer, committee member or administrator who goes above and beyond to support clubs, local competitions, and participation levels.
Coach of the Year
A coach who goes above and beyond to inspire and develop players of all ages and abilities, creating a safe, inclusive, and enjoyable learning environment.
Lifetime Services to Coaching
A individual who has dedicated a lifetime to coaching, nurturing and mentoring players and fellow coaches, creating a lasting legacy across clubs, leagues, counties, or schools.
Lifetime Achiever
An individual whose long-term service has shaped their club, league, or community, leaving a lasting legacy through years of dedication.
