10 months ago

St George Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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St George District Cricket Club First Grade Premiers 2000-01

Back Row – Murray Bennett (President), Stuart MacGill, Brett Van Diensen, Jon Shaw, Peter Wooden, James Turner, Graeme Rummans, Phil Stelzer (Scorer)

Front Row – Brian Booth (Patron), Scott Thompson, Nathan Pilon, Paul Ryan (captain), Chadd Porter, Nathan Catalano

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/275/st-george-cricket-club/blog/318/st-george-district-cricket-club-first-grade-premiers-2000-01

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10 months ago

Randwick Petersham Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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John Pearson played just two seasons, 13 years apart, with Petersham-Marrickville, yet he was one of the most influential members of the club in the 1980s and through to its merger with Randwick in 2001.

Born on 15 October 1947 at Leichhardt and educated at Ibrox Park Boys High (now Leichhardt High), John Charles Pearson played his early Grade Cricket with Balmain. Prior to the 1968-69 season, John’s brother-in-law, Jeff McQueen, had an offer to join Petersham-Marrickville and the young opening bat, who had played a handful of 2nd Grade matches with Balmain, decided to go with him. Starting in 3rd Grade, Pearson impressed with top-score of 78 in only his second game. It was a match against Northern District which ended in a rare tie with both sides scoring 254. However, after five matches and a tally of 161 runs and nine wickets, selectors ushered him into 2nds where he completed the season.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/258/randwick-petersham-cricket-club/blog/2252/john-pearson

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10 months ago

NSW Premier Cricket

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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In the 2000-01 NSW Premier Cricket first grade final St George District Cricket Club played Eastern Suburbs at Bankstown Oval.
St George defeated Eastern Suburbs by 118 runs to win the Belvidere Cup and first grade premiership.
Pictured – St George District Cricket Club opening batter Brett van Deinsen who scored 172 to set up the premiership win for St George

First Grade Premiers – St George
Second Grade Premiers – North Sydney
Third Grade Premiers – Balmain
Fourth Grade Premiers - Mosman
Fifth Grade Premiers – Sutherland

Club Champions – Sydney University

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1191/nsw-premier-cricket/blog/2251/nsw-premier-cricket-finals-2000-01

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10 months ago

Randwick Petersham Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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It was an anxious wait for the 14 year old outside the family home in Kingsford as the Randwick official drove up to collect him for his first Sydney Grade Cricket match. With two rounds to go of the 1982-83 season, young Michael Chee Quee had been invited to join Randwick’s 5th Grade side. The official was club stalwart, Phil Tresidder, who handed Michael a borrowed pair of spiked cricket boots and the pair were off to Snape Park. Although he made only a handful of runs that day, it prompted skipper Gordon Owen to comment in his annual report that “in 14 year old right-hand batsman Michael Chee Quee, who played the last couple of games, I see a star of the future”. Prophetic words as that was the beginning of the much celebrated Chee Quee family association with Randwick Cricket and later Randwick Petersham, which continues to the present day.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/258/randwick-petersham-cricket-club/blog/878/michael-chee-quee

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10 months ago

CricConnect Stories

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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As of 2 July 2024, 16 England cricketers have played 100 or more test matches.

Only one batter who has played more than 100 test matches averaged less than 40.

Alec Stewart, Jonny Bairstow, Ian Botham, and Ben Stokes all averaged less than 40 but are obviously considered all-rounders with their wicket keeping and bowling.

Can you name the England Test batter who averaged less than 40?

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10 months ago

Peter Procopis

Sunshine Coast, Queensland, Australia

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Just over a year ago, I published the piece below on the ongoing importance of dynamic movement for peak batting performance.

My purpose was to provide a counterpoint to a disturbing trend over recent years towards batting coaches focusing on stillness and stability at the expense of dynamic movement.

My concern, in particular, was for young batters between the ages of 8-16. It’s vitally important that youngsters learn full-body, fluid, dynamic movement when batting. There is plenty of time to stabilise and refine later. But if you miss the opportunity, for example, to become a dynamic ‘skip-stepper’ and ‘spring-backer’ against spin bowling during that period, it is very, very difficult to acquire the skill as an adult.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/946/peter-procopis/blog/2250/batters-bat-tap-spring-load-the-feet-look-to-score

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10 months ago

Hawkesbury Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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Hawkesbury Cricket Club has the pleasure of announcing their new Director of Cricket and Head Coach - Trent Johnston

Trent (TJ) brings a wealth of knowledge and experience playing international cricket for Ireland at the World Cup . TJ has also played for NSW in the domestic competition and later became NSW's Men's team coach!

The whole club is excited to have such an experienced coach to lead the club in both roles and be able to pass this knowledge onto the playing group!

Exciting times ahead at the Hawks!

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10 months ago

Manly Warringah District Cricket Club

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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February 16th, 1992 was the date and Manly Oval was the scene, for the World Cup warm up match between the touring Sri Lankans and an elite Manly President's XI. After many months of negotiations between our Club, the Australian Cricket Board and the Sri Lankan Cricket Board, the all clear was given only three weeks before the scheduled match date. Sri Lankan born businessman, Dilip Kumar from Peninsula Holden instigated initial talks with the Sri Lankan Board and the Club thanks him for his assistance in staging the match. Dilip's company, Peninsula Holden, was also the match day sponsor, with contributions also from The Communications Depot, Air Lanka and A Taste of India.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/338/manly-warringah-district-cricket-club/blog/2249/manly-presidents-xi-v-sri-lanka-at-manly-oval-1992

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10 months ago

St George Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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Vale John O’Reilly

It is with deep sadness that we record the passing of John O’Reilly, 1st Grade player no. 186.

John was an outstanding all rounder representing the Club from 1957/58 to 1965/66.

In those nine seasons he captured 304 wickets and with Keith Francis was the mainstay of the attack. John also represented NSW on 7 occasions in a career that was interrupted by a work transfer to Canberra.

John attended the Centenary of 1st Grade Dinner in 2022 and appreciated the opportunity to catch up with his former teammates Warren Saunders and Brian Booth. It was Warren who introduced John to his future wife, Patricia, who was Warren’s cousin. John’s son Peter also played with the Club and is 1st Grade player no. 275.

As can be seen from the attached article from CricConnect John had an interesting and very successful life both on and off the field and we extend our sympathies to his family.

John will be laid to rest in a private ceremony next week.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/275/st-george-cricket-club/blog/270/the-st-george-cricket-story-of-john-william-orsquoreilly-the-ldquoother-orsquoreillyrdquo

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10 months ago

CricConnect Stories

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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As a player, coach, umpire, administrator, volunteer or fan cricket can be a sport that challenges people physically as well as psychologically.

How healthy is your current relationship with cricket?

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10 months ago

Andre Burger

Cricket Coach

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In cricket, the ability to perform under pressure is paramount. Whether you're a budding youth player or an experienced professional, the link between physical readiness and mental ability is undeniable. The Neuro Batting Program recognises that to achieve peak performance, every link in the chain must be strong. While vision, cognitive, and mental skills are crucial, the physical attributes from the shoulders to the toes play an equally vital role.

By focusing on holistic development, the program ensures that no part of the batter's performance is left to chance, preparing them to handle pressure and excel in every game. Remember, a chain is only as strong as its weakest link, and the Neuro Batting Program ensures that every link is strengthened for success.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/720/andre-burger/blog/2248/the-neuro-batting-program-strengthening-batters-from-head-to-toe

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10 months ago

Coaches Association HKHDCCA

Cricket Coach

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Connor Hindmarch – new HKHDCCA Head Coach

The Coaches' Association is pleased to announce that Connor Hindmarch, the winner of the HKHDCCA President’s Award for 2023-24, has been appointed as its new Head Coach, replacing the retiring Rod Hokin.

Connor has been an outstanding coach at our school holiday junior cricket clinics, Blowfly Cricket sessions, and RTC / GHC fixtures since 2022-23 (a total of 25 days HKHDCCA service).

He is a local product who has played cricket for WPHCCC - West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Cricket Club since 2010, as well as representative cricket for Hornsby Ku-ring-gai & Hills District Cricket Association. Connor played school cricket in the Pennant Hills HS First XI team from 2015 – 2019. He attended many Coaches' Association school holiday clinics in his youth and won the prestigious Phillip Hughes Medal in January 2015 at MTO, Waitara.

Connor completed the Cricket Australia Representative (Level 2) Accredited Coaching Course in 2023. Since 2019-20, he has successfully coached HK&HDCA representative teams (U/13 Gee Shield in 2023 24). He worked for Cricket NSW / Sydney Sixers as a casual Cricket Program Co-ordinator (school and holiday programs) from 2020 – 2023. He has been a cricket coach (Years 7 – 11) at The King's School, North Parramatta, since 2022-23.

From 2023 onwards, Connor has been the Head Coach of the WPHCCC - West Pennant Hills Cherrybrook Cricket Club Academy, organising pre season Skills Clinics; Schools Programs; developing young male & female coaches in our Club; and conducting a Girls coaching program.

Connor has a great work ethic and is a future Leader within the cricket community. He has been a member of the HKHDCCA General Committee and will now take on an office-bearer role on the Executive Committee.

Connor’s first clinic as the HKHDCCA Head Coach will be our school holiday cricket clinic at MTO, Waitara on 9 – 10 July 2024.

Registrations are filling up rapidly for this clinic (we are about 20 boys & girls short of another ‘sell out’), so please book your child’s spot ASAP to avoid disappointment. The registration link is:

https://www.trybooking.com/CRSVO

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10 months ago

Western Suburbs District Cricket Club Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Michael Swan made his first grade debut for Western Suburbs on 23 November 1986 against Fairfield. He’s the proud owner of Wests first grade cap number 518.

In 181 first grade games Michael scored 4,462 runs with a highest score of 120 not out against Petersham. He took 136 catches.

In all grades Michael scored 6,848 runs and took 194 catches.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/161/western-suburbs-district-cricket-club-sydney/blog/217/michael-swan-aim-to-be-better

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10 months ago

Western Suburbs District Cricket Club Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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This is a huge day for Wests Cricket!

We are delighted to announce the signing of Australian representative and current Sydney Sixer player Josh Phillippe!

Josh has recently signed a contract with Cricket NSW, which means he is in the process of migrating from Perth to Sydney. We are delighted that he has decided to play his premier cricket at the Magpies.

His experience at the highest level, professionalism and leadership are all incredibly valuable assets that we believe will have an enormous impact on our playing group and will help us go to the next level.

We are looking forward to giving him a Magpies welcome!

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10 months ago

Geoff Doyle

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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For the Dozen or so who witnessed it late on a Saturday afternoon in December 2019, I am sure no one will ever forget the moment that they witness a new leg-spinning sensation.

With Everton’s B Grade hopes of an outright victory slipping away in their game against Coorparoo in Queensland Sub Districts Cricket, the overs running out, and the clouds starting to build. It was desperation stakes for the stand-in skipper Mills Jr.

He surveyed the outfield looking for that inspired bowling choice, the one that would get the boys back into the game and hopefully victory.

Maybe Jackson Mcarthur can land a few leggies. Jackson - next over from the clubhouse end.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1602/geoff-doyle/blog/2247/bowled-jackson

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10 months ago

Cricket NSW

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Brad McNamara, Phil Emery and Geoff Lawson share their favourite moments with NSW Blues

Brad McNamara - Allrounder

Brad McNamara made his first class debut for NSW in 1989/90 and played 59 first class games and 47 one day games for NSW. In first class cricket McNamara scored 2,195 runs at an average of 27.78 with two centuries and took 116 wickets at 26.82 with best figures of 6 for 43

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/154/cricket-nsw/blog/2246/brad-mcnamara-phil-emery-and-geoff-lawson-share-their-favourite-moments-with-nsw-blues

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10 months ago

Northern District Cricket Club Sydney

Sydney, Australia

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Northern District Cricket Club is proud to announce the appointment of Michael Phillips as the Women’s First Grade Coach and Women’s Head Coach for Season 2024/25.

Michael takes over the role of Women’s First Grade Coach from Daniel Drew who has decided to step-down from the role to focus on his work with the Australian Men’s Blind Cricket Team and his other priorities outside of cricket! The club is very thankful for the amazing service he has provided to the club over the last 3 years and wish him all the very best for the future.

Michael has been involved in the game as a player, administrator, and coach for over 30 years. In season 2023/24 he coached our Women’s Second Grade Team.

He has a Level 2 Representative Coaching Accreditation and has overseen the Cricket NSW Zone Academy program on the Central Coast for the past 2 years, which saw the Central Coast win both the U16s and U19s Country Championships for the first time.

Michael is a great administrator and communicator and has a strong focus on investing in the players to create a culture of mutual support, teamwork, and performance.

As well as looking after the First Grade team, Michael will also oversee the Coaching Program for the entire Women’s program, working closely with all the team coaches to create uniformity across the grades.

We congratulate Michael on this appointment and look forward to season 2024/25!

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10 months ago

Charlestown District Cricket Club

Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia

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Charlestown Magpies are thrilled to announce Max Farmer as our newest signing!

Originally from Raymond Terrace, Max has spent the last five years plying his trade in Sydney, most recently with Fairfield- Liverpool and previously with St George.

As a skilled wicketkeeper-batsman, his experience and talent promise to bolster the magpies for the 2024/25 season and beyond. We're excited to see Max in action and look forward to a great season ahead with him on board!

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10 months ago

B3 Cricket

Cricket Coach

Nottingham, United Kingdom

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WE DON'T LIKE CRICKET ... WE LOVE IT!

Fantastic T Shirts for Cricket Lovers!

We Don’t Like Cricket, We Love It is a Facebook Group set up by Lindsay Penn in 2017. The group unites cricket fans from all over the world to share news, trivia and cricket stories. The group has grown phenomenally and now has close to 100K members!

In recent times Lindsay suffered poor health which affected his work has a gardener, so we offered to help him create some merchandise for WDLC-WLI to sell to the group’s members and cricket fans in general, to help him earn some income.

B3 Cricket is the distribution partner for the products and all profits go to Lindsay.

There are 4 great designs in 4 colours for men, women and juniors.

Check out the designs via the link and get yours today -

https://b3cricket.com/collections/wdlcwli

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10 months ago

Western Suburbs District Cricket Club Sydney

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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We are delighted to announce our first signing for this week, exciting top order batsman Ethan Jamieson.

Ethan has considerable First Grade experience for such a young lad and has an impressive playing pedigree having represented the Australian U19's as well as NSW U19's metro side.

We think Ethan will make a fine addition to our batting stocks and will bowl some handy leg spin.

Make him feel welcome!

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