Privacy policy

CORE Cricket & International Federation of Corporate Cricket (IFCC)
Effective Date: 01/01/2025
Last Updated:  11/02/2025

1. Introduction & Commitment to Privacy

CORE Cricket (“CORE”) and the International Federation of Corporate Cricket (“IFCC”) (collectively referred to as “we”, “us”, or “our”) are committed to protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and security of all personal data entrusted to us.
As global custodians of cricket development, accreditation, benchmarking, and corporate cricket pathways, we recognise our responsibility to uphold the highest standards of data protection, cybersecurity, and governance across all jurisdictions in which we operate.
This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, store, protect, and share personal information across our platforms, programmes, events, certifications, rankings, and partnerships.

2. Scope of This Policy

This policy applies to all individuals and entities interacting with CORE & IFCC, including but not limited to:
  • Players (youth, amateur, semi-professional, corporate, elite)
  • Parents and legal guardians
  • Coaches, trainers, mentors
  • Academies and training institutions
  • Umpires, match officials, referees
  • Selectors, assessors, scouts
  • Corporate teams and employers
  • Sponsors, partners, vendors
  • Event participants and attendees
  • Website visitors and digital platform users

3. Types of Information We Collect

3.1 Personal Information

  • Full name, date of birth, nationality
  • Contact details (email, phone, address)
  • Identification documents (where required for registration, visas, or compliance)
  • Parent/guardian details for minors

3.2 Sports & Professional Data

  • Player performance statistics, rankings, assessments
  • Coaching certifications and accreditation status
  • Match records, disciplinary records, eligibility data
  • Training history and development pathways
  • Corporate team affiliation and role

3.3 Digital & Technical Data

  • Login credentials (encrypted)
  • Device, browser, IP address
  • Platform usage, analytics, and interaction logs
  • Cookies and tracking technologies (see Section 10)

3.4 Financial & Transactional Data

  • Registration fees, event fees, certification payments
  • Sponsorship and partnership transactions

(Note: Payment data is processed via secure third-party payment gateways; CORE & IFCC do not store card details.)

4. Purpose of Data Collection

We collect and process personal data strictly for legitimate, defined purposes, including:
  • Player registration, eligibility verification, and safeguarding
  • Academy accreditation and certification
  • Coach, umpire, and official licensing
  • Rankings, benchmarking, and performance analytics
  • Event management, tournaments, and leagues
  • Career pathways, corporate cricket opportunities, and placements
  • Communication, announcements, and stakeholder engagement
  • Compliance with legal, regulatory, and sporting governance requirements
  • Platform security, fraud prevention, and system integrity

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data under one or more of the following lawful bases:
  • Consent (explicit consent, especially for minors)
  • Contractual necessity
  • Legal and regulatory obligation
  • Legitimate interest (development of cricket ecosystems, governance, integrity, and safety)
  • Vital interests (player welfare, safeguarding, emergency situations)

6. Data Protection for Minors

Protecting children and young athletes is a core priority.
  • Personal data of minors is collected only with verifiable parental or legal guardian consent
  • Data is used solely for development, safeguarding, eligibility, and governance
  • Enhanced security and restricted access controls are applied
  • No commercial exploitation of minor data is permitted

7. Data Sharing & Disclosure

We do not sell personal data.
Data may be shared only on a need-to-know basis with:
  • CORE & IFCC authorised officials and committees
  • Accredited academies, selectors, assessors (relevant scope only)
  • Enhanced security and restricted access controls are applied
  • Corporate partners (only where participation or placement is involved)
  • Technology, analytics, and cloud service providers under strict agreements
  • Government or regulatory authorities where legally required
All third parties are contractually bound to confidentiality, data protection, and cybersecurity standards.

8. International Data Transfers

As a global organisation, data may be processed across multiple countries.
Where international transfers occur, we ensure:
  • Adequate data protection safeguards
  • Standard contractual clauses or equivalent mechanisms
  • Compliance with applicable data protection laws (GDPR, UAE PDPL, UK GDPR, etc.)

9. Data Security & Cybersecurity Measures

CORE & IFCC implement enterprise-grade security controls, including:
  • ISO-aligned information security practices
  • Encryption of data at rest and in transit
  • Role-based access control (RBAC)
  • Multi-factor authentication (where applicable)
  • Continuous monitoring, logging, and audit trails
  • Regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing
  • Incident response and breach management protocols

10. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our websites and platforms may use cookies to:
  • Improve user experience
  • Enable secure login and session management
  • Analyse traffic and platform performance
Users may manage or disable cookies via browser settings. Some features may be limited if cookies are disabled.

11. Data Retention

We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to:
  • Fulfil the purpose for which it was collected
  • Meet legal, regulatory, and governance obligations
  • Maintain sporting integrity and historical records
When no longer required, data is securely deleted or anonymised.

12. Your Rights

Subject to applicable law, individuals have the right to:
  • Access their personal data
  • Request correction or update
  • Request deletion (where legally permissible)
  • Restrict or object to processing
  • Withdraw consent
  • Request data portability
Requests can be submitted as outlined in Section 15.

13. Automated Decision-Making & Profiling

Where analytics or benchmarking systems are used:
  • Decisions are not made solely by automated means
  • Human oversight is maintained for selection, certification, and disciplinary matters
  • Transparency and fairness are prioritised
Requests can be submitted as outlined in Section 15.

14. Policy Updates

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect:
  • Regulatory changes
  • Technology updates
  • Expansion of programmes or services
The latest version will always be available on our official websites.

15. Contact & Data Protection Queries

For privacy, data protection, or cybersecurity-related queries:
Email: privacy@corecricket.co.uk
Subject Line: Privacy & Data Protection Request
All requests will be acknowledged and addressed in accordance with applicable laws.

16. Governing Principles

This policy is governed by the principles of:
  • Transparency
  • Accountability
  • Fairness
  • Security
  • Athlete and stakeholder welfare
Our Commitment
CORE Cricket & IFCC exist to build trust, integrity, and opportunity.
Protecting personal data is not just a legal obligation—it is foundational to our mission.