Men’s National Team – Bears

– The coaching team will arrange a date for team trials, at least once a year. This date will be notified to all clubs and be available to view on the FCA website, at least 6 weeks prior to the trial date. Additionally individual player invites may be sent at any time.

– General fitness, agility, stamina and cricketing skills will be assessed

– NT Head Coach/Manager will confirm acceptance into the National Squad

– All new members will be required to sign a player agreement regarding commitment to the Finnish Bears values, maintenance and improvement of skills and fitness and professional conduct

– Bears 2022 player agreement HERE

And, if you think you have all it takes, then do get in touch – all contact details on our CF contacts page

• Pride and privilege of representing Finland
• Subsidized training facilities and free coaching
• Kerava National Cricket Ground access within an organized framework 
• Subsidized strength and conditioning training
• Subsidized professional ICC coaching
• Subsidized training kit to be used during team training and events only
• Access to sponsorship funding for team activity costs
• Potential scholarships for some members who show extra-ordinary commitment and skills development.

• By signing the Player Agreement following your selection, you are understanding and commitment to responsibilities and privileges outlined in this guideline.
• Maintain regular training attendance. Fitness test/training sessions are mandatory for all members of the squad. If you do not achieve the squad targets, then you must be able to show cinsistent progress towards making the mark.
• Maintain basic fitness level (1500 metres YOYO test, 3 minutes plank test) and actively work on injury prevention or rehabilitation , as outlined by the squad S&C or your doctor/physio.
• Commit to a role as assigned by the team leadership group 
• Commit to sponsorship and fundraising criteria activities including school visits, public relation events and junior coaching or mentoring.
• Respect towards team-mates and the leadership group.
• Treat official team kit and equipment with respect.