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 Team

– 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

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.

• Signed understanding and commitment to responsibilities and privileges outlined in this document.
• Maintain regular training attendance. Fitness test/training sessions are mandatory for all members of the squad. 
• Maintain basic fitness level (1500 metres YOYO test, 3 minutes plank test) and actively work on injury prevention or rehabilitation 
• 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.