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Dual Career

A dual career is an essential and helpful path to pursue while for players who are still playing. It provides players with an identity and purpose outside of cricket, helping them to avoid the potential pitfalls of burnout and a lack of direction while playing and once their playing days are over. By developing skills and interests beyond the game, cricketers can create a more balanced and fulfilling life, even during the demanding rigors of their careers.

SACA Bursary Scheme

SACA offers a bursary programme to assist cricketers in pursuing their academic and professional goals while playing. The bursary provides financial support and guidance to players while they are studying. This initiative aims to empower cricketers to build a strong foundation for their future and explore career opportunities beyond their playing days.

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Player Development Managers

Player Development Managers (PDMs) play a pivotal role in supporting and guiding players as they navigate their lives off the field. PDMs work closely with players to identify their interests, assess their strengths and weaknesses, and explore potential. By fostering a supportive environment, PDMs empower cricketers to build successful dual careers and ensure a smooth transition from the field to the next chapter of their lives.

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PDM Workshops

Beyond individual support, PDMs also conduct team workshops that cover topics that relate to collective requirements. Additionally, players have access to Player Plus Online which provides players with a comprehensive library of resources covering every aspect of the programme, from financial literacy, cricket career fundamentals to mental health.

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About SACA

SACA is the players’ association for cricketers in South Africa. As a registered trade union and collective representative, SACA champions players’ best interests, ensuring fair treatment, competitive compensation, and optimal playing conditions.

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SACA MVP, South Africa’s only statistical Ranking for Professional Cricketers

The SACA MVP is a prestigious award recognizing the most valuable player in player in a season. It's determined by a sophisticated algorithm that considers various performance metrics, including batting, bowling, fielding, and team contribution. This algorithm calculates a player's overall impact on the game, making it a reliable measure of individual excellence in South African cricket

SACA Player Plus Programme

The Player Plus is a SACA flagship player welfare and development programmme designed to support the holistic development of professional and recently retired cricketers, focusing on dual career, healthcare, and personal well-being.