Most Sunday afternoons against the backdrop of Diamond Head, probably the most photographed extinct volcano in the
world, members of the Honolulu Cricket Club can be seen playing cricket in Kapiolani Park. In amongst the surprised
tourists from cricketing nations, puzzled spectators, kite fliers, joggers and other sport participants, this group of cricket
fanatics from varied backgrounds gather regularly for competition and fellowship. Older members endeavor to emulate their
past skills, while the younger players balance their lack of experience with a good eye and a youthful physique.
Today, the club's members come from many far off places including Australia, Bangladesh, Barbados, Canada, England,
Fiji, Ghana, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent,
Trinidad, UAE and the USA. Looking forward while acknowledging our past, we honour of King Kamehameha IV each year
with the Honolulu Cricket Club challenging the Maui Cricket Club for the Alexander Liholiho "Ipu Pilialoha O Hawaii" or
Hawaiian Friendship Cup.
Let's take a close look at the HCC recent history...
The game went through a period of rejuvenation during the 1950's. Two teams on the Big Island of Hawaii dominated the
cricket scene, Hilo CC and Pepe'ekeo CC. They would often play visiting naval vessels and cruise liners. During the early
1960's the Honoulu CC reemerged and would play at several locations around Honolulu including Kahala Park and Punahou
School. In the mid-1960's, the club finally found a permanent home in Kapiolani Park under the shadow of Diamond Head
Crater. If you are interested, Mr. Don Huff or Mr. Jack Sullivan can tell you all about the modern history of the Honolulu
Cricket Club as they are the longest standing members of our club having joined in the late 1950's..
Blessed with a beautiful climate, we are able to play all year round which enables us to entertain visitors from around the
world at anytime. As one of only two cricket clubs throughout the Hawaiian islands along with the Maui Cricket Club, the
Honolulu Cricket Club always looks forward to hosting visiting teams. In recent years, we have hosted teams from Australia,
(Cricketers Club of New South Wales, the New South Wales Police) California (Marin Cricket Club), Canada (Victorian
Vagabonds), England, Hong Kong, New York and New Zealand.
If you are interested in bringing a team to enjoy cricket in paradise, by all means contact any one of our club officers on the
"Contacts" page to start planning your team's Hawaii Tour. If you are just visiting Honolulu, check out our "Calendar"
page for up-coming matches and come join us for an afternoon of good cricket and great company.
world, members of the Honolulu Cricket Club can be seen playing cricket in Kapiolani Park. In amongst the surprised
tourists from cricketing nations, puzzled spectators, kite fliers, joggers and other sport participants, this group of cricket
fanatics from varied backgrounds gather regularly for competition and fellowship. Older members endeavor to emulate their
past skills, while the younger players balance their lack of experience with a good eye and a youthful physique.
Today, the club's members come from many far off places including Australia, Bangladesh, Barbados, Canada, England,
Fiji, Ghana, Guyana, India, Jamaica, Malaysia, New Zealand, Pakistan, Singapore, South Africa, Sri Lanka, St. Vincent,
Trinidad, UAE and the USA. Looking forward while acknowledging our past, we honour of King Kamehameha IV each year
with the Honolulu Cricket Club challenging the Maui Cricket Club for the Alexander Liholiho "Ipu Pilialoha O Hawaii" or
Hawaiian Friendship Cup.
Let's take a close look at the HCC recent history...
The game went through a period of rejuvenation during the 1950's. Two teams on the Big Island of Hawaii dominated the
cricket scene, Hilo CC and Pepe'ekeo CC. They would often play visiting naval vessels and cruise liners. During the early
1960's the Honoulu CC reemerged and would play at several locations around Honolulu including Kahala Park and Punahou
School. In the mid-1960's, the club finally found a permanent home in Kapiolani Park under the shadow of Diamond Head
Crater. If you are interested, Mr. Don Huff or Mr. Jack Sullivan can tell you all about the modern history of the Honolulu
Cricket Club as they are the longest standing members of our club having joined in the late 1950's..
Blessed with a beautiful climate, we are able to play all year round which enables us to entertain visitors from around the
world at anytime. As one of only two cricket clubs throughout the Hawaiian islands along with the Maui Cricket Club, the
Honolulu Cricket Club always looks forward to hosting visiting teams. In recent years, we have hosted teams from Australia,
(Cricketers Club of New South Wales, the New South Wales Police) California (Marin Cricket Club), Canada (Victorian
Vagabonds), England, Hong Kong, New York and New Zealand.
If you are interested in bringing a team to enjoy cricket in paradise, by all means contact any one of our club officers on the
"Contacts" page to start planning your team's Hawaii Tour. If you are just visiting Honolulu, check out our "Calendar"
page for up-coming matches and come join us for an afternoon of good cricket and great company.
|
HCC during the early 1980's
HCC during the early 2000's
| NSW Police (Australia) and HCC June 2008 |
| Hawaii cricket during the 1950's was dominated by two Big Island clubs, Hilo CC and Pepe'ekeo CC |
| The 1960's saw the rebirth of the Honolulu CC, playing at Kahala Park and Punahou School |
| In the 1970's the Honolulu CC moved to its current home, Kapiolani Park in Waikiki |
| The 1962 HCC Cap and Tie |
Using our past to shape
our future, the
Honolulu Cricket Club
looks forward to hosting
you in paradise.
our future, the
Honolulu Cricket Club
looks forward to hosting
you in paradise.
