Program Information

What is the Big Bash Schools Challenge?

The Big Bash Schools Challenge is a dynamic, free cricket program designed for young children to participate in at school and at home. Over a four-week period, participants spend 10 minutes a day developing fundamental motor skills, laying the foundation for a healthy and active lifestyle. Integrating a fun, digital experience, this program makes learning cricket skills exciting and rewarding.

Why does my child need to do the at home activities?

The Big Bash Schools Challenge is the ultimate way to get your kids active and learning lifelong skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, hand-eye coordination, resilience, and active listening, all in a fun and engaging environment! Building on the skills learned in school, this challenge boosts kids confidence as they throw, bounce, and catch their way to earning XP points and customising their very own cricket avatar. Plus, you can join in on the fun!

Is the program mobile friendly or do I need to use an iPad or Laptop?

You can use any device that you have on hand that has access to the internet.

Is there an app for the Big Bash Schools Challenge?

No there isn’t an app for the Big Bash Schools Challenge. All you need is the URL - https://schoolschallenge.cricket.com.au/ and a device that has access to the internet.

Registering to Participate

How do I register my child to participate?

To register your child to participate in this specific program your school needs to be running the program. When the school is setting up the program for your child’s class, you will receive an invite link/QR code that you can use to register to the program. Please contact your school if you don't have this.

I can’t log into my Cricket ID?    

If you are having issues logging into your Cricket ID, try the following steps -

• Check your email: Make sure the email that you are using is the right email for your Cricket ID. You may have multiple Cricket ID accounts have used a personal email instead of school email.
• Reset your password: If you don't know your password, you can reset it by clicking the forget password button below where you add your password in the log in process, then follow the prompts.
• Contact Support: If your still having issues please contact Schoolambassador@cricket.com.au with your name, potential emails used and school.

How do I update my Cricket ID details?    

If you wish to update your Cricket ID, you can login into the Cricket ID here on this website > click on your name in the top right-hand corner click on account or communication preferences dependent on what you want to change.

Where do I find my invite code?

Your school will be supplying you with your invite code/link to class. If you haven’t received this please get in contact with the teacher running the program/the school.

When I put in the invite code, click the invite link or scan the QR code the wrong class shows up, what do I do?

It looks like you may have received the incorrect class code, please contact the teacher of the class/school for the specific code.

Why do you need the name of my child?

The ask for the name of your child is only viewed by the teacher in the portal, so he/she can see the students taking the activities home to master! This name does not get distributed or shared anywhere else.

I need to change my child's name, nickname or Mascot?

You can change your child’s mascot at any time throughout the challenge.

When logged into the Challenge portal as a student > Click on the “Profile” button in the bottom right-hand corner > There will be a "Change Mascot" button & a "Edit Profile" button.

Navigating the Challenge Portal

What is in the Profile section?

The profile section in the at-home challenge portal is:

• Where you can modify account details relating to the mascot, name of your child & nickname.
• See the class and school the profile is aligned to.
• Under the Achievements tab - See what level, badges, XP, Tickets and Streaks that your child has earned.

What is in the Bag section?

You can see what equipment your child has gained and equip the equipment to the mascot.

What is in the Store section?

The store is where your child can spend tickets earned through participating in the at home challenges on items to customise their mascot.

What is the Challenge section?

The challenge section is where your child can participate in the at home challenges by watching the videos, starting the timer and adding in their scores to earn XP and Tickets to level up and customise their mascot.

Playing the Challenge (Activities)

What are the tags?

The tags under each activity helps clearly define how long, where and who you can do the challenge with. A list of all the tags is coming soon.

I entered the wrong score how do I fix it?

That's okay we all make mistakes some time! What you can do is retry the activity and increase your score by taking more catches or if you wish move onto the next challenge.

How many times can a student attempt an activity?

Your child can attempt that any at home activity as many times as they like and will earn tickets and XP every time they attempt the activity.

The purpose of this is that through constant repetition of the specific skills this encourages the child to excel in the relevant skill assisting with development of hand eye coordination, resilience and critical thinking.

Can a student go back and do old activities again?

Yes, your child can go back to any week and redo the activity. This heavily encourages spaced repetition of the specific skills that are being developed and encourages the child to excel.

Why can't I do future challenges?

As the program runs over 4 weeks at school. A key element of the program is that the student learns the skill/does the relevant activity at school then goes home and completes it. So each week when the activity is undertaken at school it then unlocks so you can do it at home.

Can my child do the challenges by themselves, or do I need to help?

Your child may need help logging into the portal, from there it's up to you if you wish to partake in the challenge!

Mascots, XP and Tickets

What is XP?

XP is earned by completing the catching throwing and bouncing activities that are available. XP allows your child to level up and unlock equipment for their character.

What are tickets?

Tickets are earned in many ways throughout the portal. Tickets allow your child to customise their character through equipment that has been unlocked via XP.

What are streaks?

Streaks is a series of consecutive wins or achievements within the challenge, the longer the streak the more points and XP you earn!

I need to change my child's name, nickname or Mascot?

You can change your child’s mascot at any time throughout the challenge.

When logged into the Challenge portal as a student > Click on the “Profile” button in the bottom right-hand corner > There will be a "Change Mascot" button & a "Edit Profile" button.

How to customise the Big Bash Mascot?

Firstly, your child must complete activities to level up and earn XP and Tickets to unlock equipment that can be purchased through the store.

Once you have unlocked equipment via completing challenges, got to the store space and click on the relevant item that your child wishes to purchase. After the item is purchased, you can equip it directly to the Big Bash Mascot.

Playing the Challenge (Equipment/Environment)

I don't know what ball  my child should use?

All you need is any small ball, or even a rolled up pair of socks will work! If you wish to purchase a ball you have multiple options, you can purchase one here or head down to the shops/purchase one online.

Does these activities need to happen outside, or can they be done anywhere?

Dependent on the ball used these activities have been designed to do anywhere. There may be a case where you may need to use a wall or it may be easier with a partner.

I don't have a yard where can we do these activities?

These activities can be done in your home, garage, basketball court or in the local park as long as you have internet and a space to be able to throw, catch and bounce.

Does the program need to be done at home?

No. Participating in the challenge can be done anywhere that has space to be able to throw, catch and bounce + you have internet.

I ordered a ball, how long will it take to get to me?

As soon as we receive your order, you’ll get a confirmation email with all the details—your order number, receipt, items purchased, total, and status. If you don’t see it within 24 hours, reach out to our Woolworths Cricket Blast Shop team via the form here to confirm. And don’t forget to double-check your junk folder and make sure we have the right email address for you!

All orders are shipped from our Melbourne warehouse and usually takes between 7-14 business days to reach most locations around Australia.

The Woolworths Cricket Blast shop delivers only to addresses is Australia.

Sometimes unexpected delays can happen, so please allow up to 15 business days for your order to arrive. If it hasn’t shown up by then, no worries—just submit a request here, and we’ll sort it out for you!

Finishing the Challenge

It says I my child is Cricket Blast ready, what does that mean? 

The Big Bash Schools Challenge is designed to give children the skills and confidence to participate in further Cricket opportunities. Woolworths Cricket Blast is Australian Cricket’s flagship entry level program, where kids make new friends, learn new skills and experience being part of a team. To find out more CLICK HERE

My child wants to keep doing the activities after the 4 weeks can they?

Yes if your child wants to continue playing the Big Bash Schools Challenge they can do so by going back and doing previous Challenges.