Introduction

Cricket has long been an integral part of Auckland Grammar School's sporting tradition, with generations of students representing the School with distinction and upholding the values of excellence, discipline and sportsmanship.

The Auckland Grammar School 1st XI has built a proud reputation through strong performances in Auckland and national secondary school competitions, while maintaining traditional fixtures against New Plymouth Boys' High School, Palmerston North Boys' High School and Christchurch Boys' High School. The programme continues to provide opportunities for talented young cricketers to compete at the highest level of school cricket in New Zealand.

In recent years, the School has enjoyed considerable success, including qualification for the New Zealand Secondary Schools Cricket Championships and the development of representative players who have progressed to provincial and national age-group teams. This success is underpinned by a commitment to player development, quality coaching and a culture that values both individual excellence and team achievement.

With a history spanning more than a century, Auckland Grammar Cricket has produced numerous first-class cricketers, provincial representatives, and national age-group players. Distinguished Old Boys include Martin Crowe ('76), Jeff Crowe ('72), Lockie Ferguson ('05), Kyle Jamieson ('08), James Neesham ('04), Dion Nash ('89) and Mark Burgess ('58).

More than results, cricket at Grammar is about developing character, fostering lifelong friendships and representing the School with pride as each new generation adds to this rich and enduring legacy.

2027 Cricket Trial Schedule​​​​​​​

Please note that times for each session will be confirmed closer to the date.

  • Monday 18 January: New to School 3rd Form Students
  • Tuesday 19 January: Senior Trial (5th Form – 7th Form)
  • Wednesday 20 January: 4th Form Trial
  • Thursday 21 January: Invitation Only Colts Trial
  • Saturday 23 January: Invitation Only Senior Fixture
  • Thursday 28 January: Catch up trial

2026 Captain of Cricket Ben Lucas has fond memories of playing cricket for Auckland Grammar School. He spoke to 2026 Headmaster's Heritage Committee member and Tibbs House Prefect John Buchanan towards the end of Term 1  about his plans for the team this year, his goals for the season, and the importance of leading by example both on and off the field. Watch the full interview below.

General Information

2026 Cricket Game Schedule


Practice times


Uniform requirements


Equipment


Fees


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