🏆 APCL Fall Blast 2025 Finals

February 15 & 21, 2026

Hill Country Cricket Association

Building community and character through cricket in Central Texas

Celebrating cultural diversity Empowering 60+ young cricketers 24 years of cricket excellence

About HCCA

0 Years Serving Since 2002
0 Members Active community
0 Youth Players Structured programs
0 Nations Cultural diversity
0 APCL Teams 400+ players

Founded in 2002, the Hill Country Cricket Association (HCCA) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting cricket and celebrating cultural diversity in Central Texas. With over 500 members representing 8+ nations, we are Central Texas's premier cricket organization.

We operate the Austin Premier Cricket League (APCL), featuring 22+ competitive teams and 400+ players.

As an official USA Cricket youth development hub, we are committed to developing young cricketers through structured coaching, competitive play, and community building.

Facilities

We proudly maintain two premier cricket grounds in Central Texas — the Hill Country Cricket Ground (HCCG) in Williamson County and the Hutto Cricket Ground — both serving as year-round hubs for league play and youth cricket development.

HCCG is the only fully irrigated cricket ground in Central Texas and stands as our flagship venue for competitive matches and major events. The Hutto Cricket Ground also hosts Austin Premier Cricket League (APCL) matches and youth games throughout the year, expanding access and playing capacity for our growing cricket community.

At HCCG, we feature top-class, professional-grade five-lane practice nets with full-length artificial turf wickets — among the finest training facilities in the region — designed to support high-performance development for both youth and adult players.

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Our Mission

Promote humanistic values by celebrating cultural diversity that exists in people of different backgrounds brought together by the sport of cricket.

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Cultural Diversity

Representing 8+ nations and international cricket traditions, fostering inclusivity and cross-cultural friendship.

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Community Impact

500+ active members, 60+ youth players, partnerships with local schools, and USA Cricket recognition.

Excellence in Sport

Professional facilities, certified coaching, competitive leagues, and pathways to regional and national tournaments.

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Accessibility

Equal opportunities for all backgrounds and financial abilities, with scholarship programs available.

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Youth Empowerment

Developing young players through coaching, competition, and character-building programs.

Bylaws, Code of Conduct & Governance

Transparency and accountability for our 501(c)(3) non-profit

HCCA operates under democratic governance with full member participation. Our bylaws define the structure, responsibilities, and procedures that ensure transparency and ethical leadership.

Founded 2002 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Democratic Elections Annual General Meeting 7-Member Board

Organizational Documents

Governance Highlights

Board Structure

7-member Board of Directors elected by members. Positions include President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Directors for Infrastructure, Communications, League Play, and Youth Program.

Elections

Board elections held during the Annual General Meeting (AGM). All members in good standing may vote and stand for election. Terms are 1–2 years depending on position.

AGM

Held annually. Members receive advance notice. Quorum requirements and voting procedures are defined in the Bylaws.

Amendments

Bylaws can be amended by a two-thirds vote of members present at a properly called meeting.

Financial Oversight

Treasurer manages all funds. Annual financial reports are presented at the AGM. All donations are tax-deductible under 501(c)(3) status.

Conflict of Interest

All Board members must sign an annual Conflict of Interest Disclosure Form. The policy ensures decisions are made in the best interest of HCCA.

Code of Conduct

Applies to all members, officials, coaches, and volunteers. Violations may result in suspension or expulsion per the disciplinary process in the Bylaws.

Grievance Process

Members may submit grievances in writing to the Board. The Board reviews and responds within a reasonable timeframe per Bylaws procedures.

HCCA is committed to operational transparency. All governance documents are publicly available. Questions? Contact us at contact@hccacricket.org.

Current Board of Directors (2026-2027)

Elected leadership serving our cricket community

Siva Busa

President

Siva Busa

A passionate cricketer and leader known for unwavering integrity and professionalism.

Overall organizational leadership, strategic direction, and member relations

Term: 2026-2027

Balaji Ramki

Secretary

Balaji Vrk

Cricket is more than a sport to me—it's a responsibility. My focus is on transparency, consistency, and smooth execution to help the league grow in the right direction.

Administrative operations, meeting minutes, official communications, and member records

Term: 2026-2027

Treasurer

Praveen Nuthulapati

Financial management, budgeting, fund management, and audit oversight

Term: 2026

Infrastructure Director

Hemant Thakkar

Facility operations, ground maintenance, capital projects, and partnerships

Term: 2026

Sandeep Belkhode

Communication Director

Sandeep Belkhode

Cricket lover and HCCA veteran with 15 years of volunteering and service to the community. Brings leadership experience from national nonprofit boards with a focus on growth, teamwork, and giving back.

Member communications, public relations, website management, and social media

Term: 2026

League Play Director

Yogi Ram

APCL league operations, team management, tournament scheduling

Term: 2026-2027

Youth Play Director

Venkata Harikishan Puvvala

Youth academy programs, coaching supervision, youth development pathways, school partnerships

Term: 2026-2027

Membership & Pricing

Join HCCA and become part of Central Texas's vibrant cricket community. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your membership directly supports facility maintenance, coaching programs, and community cricket development.

Note: Amounts shown as "per month" are for reference only. The payment plan applies only to Training Fee (split in two parts; second part due June 15). Membership fee must be paid in full—no installments.

Adult Membership

$350/year

≈ $29/month (for reference only)

For players 18 years and older

What You Get:

  • Access to world-class cricket facilities
  • Participation in competitive APCL leagues (Pro, Elite, Plate)
  • 24 practice balls per team per year
  • Dedicated weekly practice lane slot
  • Live broadcast subscription (all HCCG & Hutto matches)
  • Professional umpiring and scoring
  • Community events and cultural celebrations

Family Membership (Youth Softball)

$500/year

≈ $42/month (for reference only)

1 Adult + Household Youth(s) in Softball

What You Get:

  • All adult program benefits for one adult
  • All Household Youth(s) in Softball activities- no hardball training
  • Combined family access to all facilities
  • Family participation in community events
Important Note: Family membership applies only to Youth Softball and does not apply to household youth participating in Hardball.

Student Membership

$250/year

≈ $21/month (for reference only)

Ages 15–21, full-time student actively attending school

What You Get:

  • All adult program benefits

How to Pay Membership Fees

Choose your payment method below and include the following with every payment:

  • Name
  • Membership Type (Adult / Youth / Family / Student)
  • Age Group (Youth only)
  • Team Name (Adult teams only)
Payment safety: All payments to HCCA must go only to our official account accounts@hccacricket.org. HCCA will never ask you to send money to a personal account.
Zelle

Zelle

★ Preferred · No fees

Send to accounts@hccacricket.org via your bank’s Zelle app.

accounts@hccacricket.org
Bank transfer

Bank Direct Transfer

Direct transfer payable to Hill Country Cricket Association. No fees.

Get details
Pay with PayPal

PayPal

Send to accounts@hccacricket.org. Fees apply—Zelle or bank preferred.

Pay with PayPal
APCL Team Members: Work with your Captain for payment details.

How to register

One form for membership and consent

1
Complete the form
Click Register on your membership type above. The form includes your details and consent (no separate consent form).
2
Pay
Pay via Zelle, bank transfer, or other methods (see Pay membership fees below).
3
You’re in
We’ll confirm and share next steps (team assignment, skill assessment, or league access).

Youth Program – HCCA Academy

USA Cricket development hub – structured coaching and competitive play for ages 8–15

60+ Players 3 Age Groups USA Cricket Hub 4-Step Pathway

HCCA's Youth Cricket Program is an official USA Cricket development hub serving 60+ young cricketers across multiple age groups. We provide structured coaching, competitive opportunities, and character development through the sport of cricket.

Our program emphasizes skill development, fitness, game awareness, and sportsmanship—building not just better cricketers, but better individuals.

Skill Progression Pathway

A clear pathway from first steps to tournament play

1

Beginner

Introduction to cricket basics, safety, grip, stance, and fundamental fielding with tennis balls

2

Intermediate

Technical refinement, hardball introduction, game rules, legal bowling action, defensive batting

3

Advanced

Competitive skills, fitness standards (YoYo), tactical awareness, swing/spin, match preparation

4

Tournament-Ready

Regional & national competition, USA Cricket pathways, peak performance, team representation

Age Groups & Structure

U11 & U13

Skill progression, hardball introduction, structured coaching, tournament participation

U15

Advanced techniques, competitive cricket, regional tournaments, USA Cricket pathways

Program Highlights

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Fundamentals

Proper grip, stance, batting technique, bowling action, fielding posture, throwing accuracy

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Game Awareness

Rules, match strategies, role-based cricket, reading game situations, decision-making

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Fitness & Conditioning

YoYo fitness testing, agility drills, strength training, injury prevention, endurance

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Competitive Play

Internal games, inter-hub tournaments, regional competitions, national championships

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Professional Coaching

Certified coaches, skill-based progression, quarterly assessments, individual feedback

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Character Development

Sportsmanship, teamwork, respect, discipline, leadership, cultural appreciation

Session Structure & Curriculum

How Sessions Work

Warm-up & Fitness
15–20 min

YoYo tests, agility drills, stretching

Fielding & Fitness
25–30 min

Ground fielding, catching, throwing accuracy

Nets & Skills
25–30 min

Batting, bowling in nets, role-based drills

Match Simulation
20 min

Game-based scenarios, internal matches

Training Schedule

U11 & U13
  • 📅 2 sessions per week
  • ⏱️ 90–120 min each
  • 📊 ~50 sessions per year
  • 👥 Small group coaching
  • 🛡️ Age-appropriate equipment
U15
  • 📅 1 session per week
  • ⏱️ 90–120 min each
  • 📊 ~25 sessions per year
  • 👥 Dedicated U15 sessions
  • 🏆 Tournament-focused prep

50/50 Training Split

🏃 Fielding & Fitness 50%
🏏 Batting & Bowling 50%
Fielding & Fitness: ground fielding, catching, throwing accuracy (30–60 yards), YoYo fitness testing
Batting & Bowling: grip, stance, technique, bowling action, net sessions

Coaching Levels & Progression

Level Transition Fielding Fitness (YoYo) Batting Bowling
BeginnerL1 Understand rules, ground fielding (tennis balls), correct throwing/catching Hardball conditioning initiated Correct grip, defend/play tennis ball Legal bowling action
L1L2 Pro ground fielding (30 yards), accurate throws (60 yards) 13.5 (3x in a row) Defend 50 Mph, rotate strike, punish full toss/short balls Complete over without extras, Fast ≥50 Mph OR consistent spin
L2L3 Pro catching (30 yards), ground fielding (60 yards) 14.5 (3x in a row) Defend 60 Mph, SR 85, drive/cut/pull/sweep, 2 fifties in internal games Fast ≥55 Mph OR spin variations, Economy ≤6 in internal games
L3 → Graduate Pro high catches (60 yards), throw accurately from 60 yards 16+ (5x in a row) Defend 70 Mph, SR 100, clear 30 yards, best batter award, 10x 50-run partnerships Fast ≥65 Mph OR spin control, best bowler award, Economy <5 in 10 matches, Conference selection

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Players assessed quarterly. Training assigned by skill level, not age group. Tournaments remain age-group based (U11/U13/U15).

📥 Download Full Curriculum

Get the complete HCCA Cricket Coaching Curriculum 2026 presentation with detailed session plans, assessment criteria, and coaching standards.

Download Youth Program (PowerPoint) Download Curriculum (Word)

Recent Achievements

HCCA Starz — 2025 MLK Jr National Tournament Champions!

Our U13 team brought home the national title, competing against top cricket academies from across the United States.

National Runner-Up

U13 team placed 2nd at Fall 2024 National Youth Cricket Tournament

USA Cricket Hub

Official USA Cricket youth development hub recognition

School Partnership

Leander ISD PE credit program — expanding to additional school districts

Regional Representation

Conference-level representation in regional competitions across Texas

60+ Youth Players
3 Age Groups
50 Sessions/Year
2 National Titles

Adult Program – APCL

Austin Premier Cricket League – Central Texas's premier competitive T20 league

22+ Teams 400+ Players 3 Divisions T20 Format Weekend Matches

APCL Live Scores & Fixtures

Schedules, scorecards, results, and league standings

From Registration to Match Day

1

Register

Complete membership and join APCL

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Get Placed

Assigned to a team by skill and preference

3

Practice

Use facilities and book nets with your team

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Play

Weekend T20 matches, 20–22 per season

The Austin Premier Cricket League (APCL) is Central Texas's premier competitive cricket league, featuring 22+ teams and 400+ players in professionally organized T20 format matches across Pro, Elite, and Plate divisions.

New to APCL? See our FAQ for eligibility, team assignment, and how to get started.

League Format

  • Format: T20 (Twenty20) cricket
  • Divisions: Pro, Elite, Plate — tiered by skill level
  • Tournaments: 3 major tournaments per year
  • Matches: 20–22 games per team per season
  • Schedule: Weekend matches

Eligibility & Membership

  • Age: 18 years and older
  • Skill Level: Recreational to competitive
  • Membership: Annual HCCA membership required
  • Team Assignment: Players assigned based on skill and preference

What Members Get

  • Access to world-class cricket facilities
  • 24 practice balls per team per year
  • Dedicated practice lane slot booking
  • Live broadcast for HCCG & Hutto matches
  • Professional umpiring and scoring via CricClubs
  • Community events and cultural celebrations

Awards & Achievements

🏆 APCL Fall Blast 2025 Awards

Congratulations to all players for their outstanding performances!

Plate Division Final Feb 15, 2026

Austin Challengers

Austin Challengers

139/6

16.0 ov Champions
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Thunders

Thunders

138/10

19.1 ov Runners up

Austin Challengers won by 4 Wickets

Player of the Match: Karan J · View scorecard

📸 Awards Presentation Photos — APCL Fall Blast 2025 Plate Division

Presented by President Siva, Infrastructure Director Hemant, and Youth Director Hari.

⭐ Best Emerging Player (2025)

Elite Division

🏅 MVP
🏏 Best Batsman
🧤 Best Wicket Keeper
🎯 Best Bowler
🤸 Best Fielder

Plate Division

🏅 MVP

Anzer Afghan

Kingsmen
🏏 Best Batsman
🧤 Best Wicket Keeper
🎯 Best Bowler

Himanshu Pandey

Royal Strikers
🤸 Best Fielder

Himanshu Pandey

Royal Strikers

🏆 APCL Spring Blast 2025 Awards

Congratulations to all players for their outstanding performances!

Elite Division Final Sep 6, 2025

Titans

Titans

176/5

20.0 ov Champions
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Knights XI

Knights XI

173/8

20.0 ov Runners up

Titans won by 3 Runs

Player of the Match: Hardik Patel & Pavan Kumar Sandhiri · View scorecard

Plate Division Final Sep 6, 2025

Kingsmen

Kingsmen

130/6

18.5 ov Champions
VS
Singham

Singham

129/10

20.0 ov Runners up

Kingsmen won by 4 Wickets

Player of the Match: Sanjay Saksena · View scorecard

Elite Division

🏅 MVP

Hardikk Patel

Knights XI
🏏 Best Batsman

Hardikk Patel

Knights XI
🎯 Best Bowler

Vicky Ram

Raging Bulls
🧤 Best Wicket Keeper

Hardikk Patel

Knights XI
🤸 Best Fielder

Plate Division

🏅 MVP
🏏 Best Batsman
🎯 Best Bowler

Hariharan Palanisamy & Himanshu Pandey

Singham & Royal Strikers
🧤 Best Wicket Keeper

Ahmad Mohammed

Royal Strikers
🤸 Best Fielder

Himanshu Pandey

Royal Strikers

Contact Us

Get In Touch

Have questions about membership, programs, or facilities? We're here to help!

Our Cricket Grounds:

HCCG – 300 Borho Dr, Round Rock, TX 78681
Hutto – 555 Limmer Loop, Hutto, TX 78634

Service Area:

Austin, Round Rock, Cedar Park, Leander, and surrounding Central Texas communities

Send Us a Message

Messages are sent to contact@hccacricket.org. We’ll respond as soon as we can.

Our Cricket Grounds

HCCG (Hill Country Cricket Ground)

300 Borho Dr
Round Rock, TX 78681

Southwest Williamson County Regional Park

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Hutto Ground

555 Limmer Loop
Hutto, TX 78634

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