Overview: Transitioning to PlayHQ from MyCricket
This article outlines the key changes organizations will experience when moving to PlayHQ from the MyCricket platform:
Payment Options: PlayHQ supports Credit Card or Debit Card payments via Stripe, with potential future enhancements for more payment flexibility. Each entity profile can link to only one nominated bank account.
MyCricket App: The MyCricket App remains the go-to platform for fixtures, ladders, results, and player statistics, while Cricket Australia plans to introduce a new web experience to replace the existing MyCricket website.
Historical Data: All historical data and statistics from MyCricket will be preserved and integrated into new web and app experiences, enhancing digital engagement for participants and fans.
Player Registration: The introduction of mandatory individual registrations streamlined processes, with significant success in reducing administrative burdens and improving financial management
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National Registration Fee: PlayHQ facilitates seamless online registration and payment, incorporating a unified National Registration Fee to cover insurance costs and support technological enhancements.
Competition Setup: PlayHQ offers flexible competition management tools, empowering administrators to configure matches and streamline electronic scoring and results entry.
Admin Roles and Team Management: Roles such as Full Access Admins and Team Managers gain specific privileges for team selection, match management, and reporting through designated portals.
Club Websites: InteractSport websites will be decommissioned, with Cricket Australia partnering with Wix for enhanced club website integration, including direct API access for stats and schedules.
Team Selection and Score Entry: Options for team selection and score entry include My Teams, E-Scoring, and Admin Portal functionalities, tailored to club size and operational preferences.
Permits & Transfers: PlayHQ introduces streamlined processes for transfers and permits, facilitating player movement between clubs and competitions with clear terminology and administrative workflows.
These changes aim to improve efficiency, accessibility, and user experience across cricket administration, setting a foundation for future enhancements and innovations in the sport.