Become a TCL Academy Partner
Join a national ecosystem built around competition, credibility, and progression
Partner with Youth Cricket Academies Nationwide
Texoma Cricket League (TCL) partners with youth cricket academies that are committed to raising standards, developing players, and competing beyond local leagues on a national stage.
Our Academy Partner program connects academies across the United States to a nationally respected competition platform—designed to help youth cricket grow into a mainstream sport in America.
Who This Program Is For
This program is ideal for academies that:
- Field organized youth teams (U11–U19)
- Value structured, competitive development
- Seek national-level competition and exposure
- Believe in fair play, professionalism, and long-term growth
- Want clear pathways beyond local tournaments
What It Means to Be a TCL Partner
As a TCL Academy Partner, your academy becomes part of a national ecosystem built around competition, credibility, and progression.
Priority Tournament Entry
First access to all TCL regional tournaments and qualifiers
National Championships
Clear eligibility pathways to TCL championship events
Competition Standards
Consistent rules, formats, and professional officiating
National Visibility
Results, rankings, and recognition across platforms
Direct Communication
Access to TCL tournament leadership and support
Full Comparison Matrix
| Benefit Feature | Founding | National | Regional | Dev |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority tournament registration | Highest priority | Priority | Standard priority | — |
| Eligibility for Regional Qualifiers | ||||
| Eligibility for National Championships | Qualify | |||
| TCL Academy Partner recognition | Featured | Listed | Listed | Listed |
| Match Recordings / Analytics | Add-On | Add-On | ||
| Advisory input on formats & calendar | ||||
| National rankings & recognition | Limited | |||
| Annual Gala Event | Limited | |||
| Special Group accommodation rates | Limited |
Need help choosing a tier?
Our partnership team can guide you to the right fit.
How the Partnership Works
Apply
Submit an application with details about your academy, age groups, and competitive goals.
Review
TCL reviews applications based on player development focus, coaching structure, age-group depth, and alignment with TCL values.
Placement
Accepted academies are placed into the appropriate partner tier: Founding, National, Regional, or Development.
Compete & Grow
Partner academies participate in TCL events, progress through pathways, and build long-term presence within the national TCL ecosystem.
Choose Your Legacy
Select the partnership tier that aligns with your academy's ambition.
Founding Partner
- Highest priority registration
- Featured recognition
- Match recordings included
- Advisory input on formats
- Annual Gala Event access
Includes Founding Partner benefits
National Partner
- Priority registration
- Listed recognition
- Match recordings included
- National rankings
- Gala Event (limited)
Includes National Partner benefits
Regional Partner
- Standard priority registration
- Listed recognition
- Match recordings (add-on)
- Qualify for nationals
- Limited gala access
Includes Regional Partner benefits
Development Partner
- Tournament access
- Listed recognition
- Match recordings (add-on)
- Development pathway
- Not included
Includes Development Partner benefits
What We Expect from Academy Partners
Academy Partners should conduct themselves in a manner that reflects positively on youth cricket and supports the broader goal of growing the sport responsibly in the United States.
Why Academies Choose TCL
- A clear national competition pathwayconnecting regional play to national championships
- Well-organized, professional tournamentswith consistent standards and execution
- Meaningful competition beyond local leagues, bringing teams together from across the country
- A platform built for long-term growth, not one-off events or isolated tournaments
- Alignment with a mission to make youth cricket a mainstream sport in America
What Your Fees Pay For
Annual membership, not individual event fees
- Membership benefits as mentioned in the subscription
- Recognition as a TCL Academy Partner
- Consistent rules, officiating standards, and competition pathways
- Preferred access to Sports Texoma facilities and development opportunities
- Priority consideration for high-performance camps and showcases
Ready to Join the TCL Family?
Take the first step toward national-level competition and become part of America's premier youth cricket ecosystem.