ACOB Cricket Club has been a proud part of the Nelson cricket community for over 40 years. During that time, the club has built a strong reputation as one of the region’s most successful, consistently fielding four senior teams and regularly competing at the top level of Nelson’s club competitions.

With the Botanical Reserve as our home ground, ACOB can lay claim to one of the most picturesque cricket grounds in New Zealand. Located just a five-minute walk from the centre of Nelson, the park attracts around 400 people each Saturday who use the space to recreate and enjoy the surroundings, creating a vibrant environment for cricket.

ACOB has a proud history of developing some of the region’s best cricketing talent. In recent years, the club has had players contracted to the Central Stags, representing New Zealand age-group teams, and competing internationally in indoor cricket. The club now also boasts players representing four different countries at national level, reflecting the strength and diversity of talent within the ACOB playing group.

As part of Nelson Cricket’s junior development pathway, ACOB supports and fosters cricket programmes at Clifton Terrace School, Nelson Central School, St Joseph’s School, and Nelson College Preparatory School. These junior teams are closely connected to the club, regularly playing games at the Botanical Reserve and interacting with senior players helping to inspire the next generation of cricketers in the region.