Registrations Now Open
2026/27 Season Registrations Are Open
Junior and senior registrations for the new season are live. Secure your spot with the Makos before round one.
Salamander Bay · Port Stephens
Nelson BayMakos
A family-focused cricket club proudly representing Port Stephens and Salamander Bay. Juniors, seniors, and everyone in between.
100+
Active Players
9–18
Junior Pathway
1
Proud Family
2317
Port Stephens
About the Club
More than
a club. A family.
Nelson Bay Cricket Club provides opportunities for juniors, seniors and families to enjoy cricket in a welcoming and competitive environment on the beautiful Tomaree Peninsula.
From the first Woolworths Blast over to first-grade fixtures, the Makos build cricketers and friends for life. We compete proudly in Newcastle District competitions and call Salamander Bay Sports Complex home.
Established Presence
A proud community fixture in Port Stephens.
Junior & Senior Pathways
A clear path from 9 years old to first-grade.
Family-Friendly Culture
Multi-generational involvement at every level.
Newcastle District
Competitive cricket every weekend in season.
Our Teams
Pick your pathway
Three ways to play with the Makos this season — whatever your age, ability or ambition.
Ages 9 – 18
Junior Cricket
A clear development pathway from Woolworths Blast to youth competition. Coaching, friendship, and the love of the game.
PathwayCoachingAll Skill Levels
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Newcastle District
Senior Cricket
Competitive weekend fixtures across Newcastle District Cricket Association grades. Bring your whites — we'll bring the rest.
Weekend FixturesGrade Cricket
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Coming Soon
Women's Cricket
Growing the women's game in Port Stephens. Register your interest and help us build a side for the next season.
Register InterestAll Ages
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From the crease
Match Report Latest
A Cracking Start at Salamander Oval
A strong opening round saw bats fired up and ball gripped tight. Catch the highlights and scorecards on Facebook.
Sponsor Welcome
Fingal Bay Sports Club Continues Support
We're proud to once again partner with Fingal Bay Sports Club as our major sponsor for the upcoming season.
2026/27 Committee
The people behind the Makos
DC
President
David Cosgrove
PE
Vice President
Phil Everitt
AC
Secretary
Ashlee Cosgrove
SE
Treasurer
Scott Elsegood
RC
Club Captain
Rowan Connick
RM
Head Selector
Roy Massey
General Committee
Verity Chappel
Andrew Knox
Toby Butler
Lachlan Grayson
Proud Partners
Powered by our sponsors
Our sponsors make community cricket possible. Please support the businesses that support the Makos.
Get In Touch
Ready to play?
Whether you're 9 or 90, batting or just barracking — there's a place for you at the Makos. Reach out and we'll get you sorted.
Phone
0432 505 486
Email
president@nelsonbaycricketclub.com
Home Ground
Salamander Bay Sports Complex
Tarrant Road, Salamander Bay NSW 2317
Join as a Social Member
Stay connected with the Nelson Bay Cricket Club and be part of the Makos family. Social Membership is perfect for supporters, parents, former players and friends of the club who want to support local cricket and enjoy club events, raffles and social functions.
Once a Mako, Always a Mako.
Join for $20