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New South Wales, Australia

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This isn’t a story about a game of cricket or a cricketer but it is for all cricket fans throughout Australia especially those with kids or grandkids between the ages of 8 and 14 (tweens or teens as they say).

I love promoting businesses when I can clearly see value they can add and bring to the community. It’s even better when the business is founded and owned by people within the cricket community.

My kids have progressed through their teenage years (well almost all the way through) and they’ve grown up with all the new technology platforms. They’ve been hooked, distracted, entertained, and interestingly become bored and tired of their negativity.

When I heard about Zown, I thought why not share it with as many people as possible.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/32/paul-ryan/blog/583/introducing-zown-to-cricket-fans-especially-mums-dads-and-grand-parents

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NSW Veterans Cricket

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NSW Over 55s Kangaroos Division Two National Champions

NSW Over 55s Kangaroos defeated NSW Waratahs by 87 runs in the Division Two Final of the Over 55s National Championships held in Christchurch, New Zealand from the 22 to 28 November 2023.

Back Row: Mark Freeman, Grant Ryan, Matt Hardman, John Toohey, Luke Stoodley, Tim Weilandt, Andy Eastcott,
Front Row: Mark Favell, Paul James, David Craig, Mark Tranter (Captain), Stephen Leathley, Greg Hall

Match Scorecard -
https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/org/veterans-cricket-australia/national-championships-summer-202324/o55-national-veterans-cricket-championship-division-2/game-centre/c14ae834

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Cricket Without Borders

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Sarah Elliot is a former Victorian and Australian player who also played WBBL cricket with the Adelaide Strikers. Sarah has played an integral role in the development of Cricket Without Borders and has provided outstanding support for all of the players who have undertaken tours with CWOB including some who have gone on to higher honours be it in Premier, State or National cricket.

Sarah is a true inspiration to all young women playing cricket.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1274/cricket-without-borders/blog/1781/player-manager-coach-mentor-with-sarah-elliott

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Flinders Cricket Club

Mornington, Victoria, Australia

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Matt Burns affectionately known as the swing king has been a terrific contributor to the Flinders Cricket Club.

He has taken well over 350 wickets for the club and is a proud premiership winning player.

Who are the two players you admired most in terms of skills and competitive spirit in the competitions you played?

Mark Maddock and Marty Cunningham

Who was the best captain you had the good fortune to play with?

Dwayne Field- just backed me every time.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1246/flinders-cricket-club/blog/1780/matt-burns-always-have-a-crack

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Gold Coast District Cricket Club

Gold Coast, Australia

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Brad Ipson made his first grade debut playing for Easts Redlands at the age of 17 in Queensland Premier Cricket.

At the beginning of the 2003/04 season Brad joined Gold Coast Dolphins and on the 20 September 2003 he became Dolphins first grade player number 93.

A highly skilled a spinning all-rounder Brad’s talents were recognised winning the Peter Burge Medal for the Queensland Premier Cricket best and fairest player across the competition in 2012/13 and playing 9 one day games for Queensland.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/459/gold-coast-district-cricket-club/blog/501/brad-ipson-theres-always-a-need-to-adapt

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Crib Point Cricket Club

Mornington, Victoria, Australia

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Glenn Barclay is a very proud Life Member of Crib Point Cricket Club and has played for the club since he joined back in 1985.

If you were running a state cricket association what would your 2 priorities to ensure cricket in the state remained strong and successful on and off the field?

Keeping kids in the game once juniors have finished. For smaller clubs this is a problem

If it’s wet let’s be realistic and if we aren’t gonna get on, call it and open the bar. Clubs benefit financially and better friendships are made between players and clubs.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/916/crib-point-cricket-club/blog/869/glenn-barclay-pitch-it-up

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South Brisbane District Cricket Club

Brisbane, Australia

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South Brisbane District Cricket Club 2nd Grade Premiers 2014-15

Back Row - U Samsudeen, D Lennox, H Jones, N Bischoff, J Eccles, A Hart (wicket keeper)), B O’Leary, S Henwood (Scorer)

Front Row - L Lunt, D Wilson, R Yorke, A Wilson, A Wells-Peris

Second Grade shone brightly, taking the 2014/15 Premiership, the first for Second grade since the mid 1990’s.

The Grand Final team consisted of 12 players, but the Skipper, Rhys Yorke, and the team acknowledge that it took 30 players to go through the season to win the Minor premiership and the Grand Final.

The combination of bowlers, including Rhys Yorke, Arlen Wells-Peris, Daniel Lennox, Brendan O’Leary and Uhmar Samsudeen took a combined 201 wickets in the regular season between them.

The Grand Final on Norm Gray oval was a classic match

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/317/south-brisbane-district-cricket-club/blog/959/south-brisbane-district-cricket-club-2nd-grade-premiers-2014-15

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Western Suburbs District Cricket Club Sydney

Western Suburbs District Cricket Club Sydney

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Western Suburbs District Cricket Club AW Green Shield Premiers 1973-74

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Cricket NSW

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Week 10 – ‘The Opening Spell’

A wet-weather weekend meant wickets-a-plenty, though there was still a selection of high-scores from around the grounds!

First ball – Wicketkeeper appreciation post!

Taara Kotibhaskar (Gordon) took a catch, two stumpings and three run-outs in a reduced-overs second-grade win against Manly Warringah at Killara Park.
Cam Middleton (Bankstown) claimed six catches as his Bulldog’s side secured first-innings points against Sutherland at Bankstown Oval.

Second ball – Adelaide the striker!

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3798555/week-10-the-opening-spell

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Armidale District Cricket Association

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The words were not only being sung for him - but only because of him. Belted out with rarely seen vigour and joy, from faces of strangers he had never laid eyes on eight hours ago.

All the while, the little blond kid in the corner smiled innocently. Not sure what to make of it all. Almost embarrassed being the centre of attention. Not quite game enough to try to fumble over the lyrics on a sheet someone had shoved in front of him moments earlier.

Who could blame him? He had barely spoken a word all day, let alone feel the urge to break out in full voice now.

The kid was Macksville's Phil Hughes, playing his first Sydney grade game for Western Suburbs' second XI in the last fixture of the 2005-06 season

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/161/western-suburbs-district-cricket-club-sydney/blog/1779/the-day-western-suburbs-met-phillip-hughes

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Photo of the 1928 Black Mountain Cricket Club from Guyra in Northern NSW

Back Row - G.A. Handebo, Chas Dowd, Jack McLean, Jim Martin, Ted Handebo, Cliff Youman, Don McLean, A.Whitton.

Front Row - Jim Youman, Bob Handebo, Bert Youman, Allen Little, Arthur Handebo, Bob Finlayson.

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Matt Ellis

Manly Warringah District Cricket Club

Dubbo, NSW, Australia

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Dive into our latest Cricket Library Podcast episode featuring the incredible David Hussey! Join us as we explore the origins of David’s cricketing passions, his breakthrough into the Victorian team, the unforgettable double century against NSW in Newcastle, and the thrill of representing Australia on the international stage. Discover the secrets behind multiple Sheffield Shield triumphs and gain insights into the positive impact of T20 cricket.

In our chat, David opens up about his transition from player to coach, shedding light on the invaluable lessons learned throughout his playing career. His wisdom and experience inspire us as we delve into the highs and lows of a remarkable cricketing journey.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/182/matt-ellis/blog/1778/david-hussey-a-life-in-cricket

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Simon Waddington joined Manly Warring District Cricket Club after a playing his early grade cricket with Northern District Cricket Club. Simon is Northern District first grade player number 312 after making his debut against Campbelltown in January 1994.

In joining Simon is Waratah player number 1250.

Simon was an integral member of the 2000/01 Manly Warringah first grade limited overs premiership and has been very instrumental in the progress of Manly Warringah Women’s and Girls cricket over a number of years.

Simon played NSW 2nd XI cricket and is now plying his trade for NSW Over 50s cricket teams.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/338/manly-warringah-district-cricket-club/blog/532/simon-waddington-the-6-prsquos

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Daryll Cullinan

Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa

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If you’re a cricket coach or player, I’d like to offer you something for free.

edUcric, my cricket coaching and mentoring app is now available. It's a passion project born from my love for cricket and designed to inspire and transform coaches and players across the globe. It’s everything I know about cricket and the best content I find online. I've brought it all together in one place, and it’s yours for free!

At the heart of edUcric, is the concept of microlearning, a powerful tool in modern digital learning. That’s why I chose EdApp, the world's leading microlearning app, to power edUcric. Now, for the first time, you truly have a coach and mentor with you wherever you go, and ready whenever you are!

I’ve started with batting – think 10 awesome courses and a whopping 100 lessons to get you going. And that's just for starters, as I'll be dropping fresh content every week or whenever I feel I have something to share! Which is quite often!

Get edUcric on your mobile by:
- Download the EdApp app online.
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- Use the following invite code which you must manually enter - ZXJMLFJF9SQ
- Once you registered you will have access to edUcric.

If you are experiencing any difficulties registering or using edUcric, please contact me on educricdc@gmail.com

Please share edUcric with you friends.

Thank you.

https://web.edapp.com/login

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Steve Thomlinson

Teacher

Eastern Suburbs Cricket Club Sydney

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NSW Schoolboys cricket team - 2007

Back Row – Steve Thomlinson (Coach), Adam Turrell, Mitchell Cook, Kaine Harmsworth, Max McNamara, Brendan Scott, Brett Cranfield (Manager)

Front Row – Robert Edwards, Nick Cheadle, Jake Mitchell, Ryan Medley (Captain), Harry Evans, Nick Carruthers, Steve Colley

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Randwick Petersham Cricket Club

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Eastern Suburbs Cricket Club First Grade Limited Overs Joint Premiers 2007-08

Back Row - Michael O’Connell (Team Manager), Roger Smith, Steve Warner, Greg Clarence, Michael Maclennan, Tim Murtagh, Sam Robson, Adam Ritchard, Owen Ridge (Team Scorer)

Front Row - Alan Campbell (Club Coach), Nathan Catalano, Aaron O’Brien, Nick Berry (Captain), David Warner, David Richards, Peter Lovitt (President)

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Congratulations to Randwick Petersham Chief Executive Officer, John Stewart, who has been presented with a Kingsford Smith Community Service Award. The award was presented by the Member for Kingsford Smith, Matt Thistlethwaite MP, at a formal ceremony at the Randwick Community Centre last Thursday evening, 23 November 2023.
The Community Service Awards are designed to recognise local volunteers for the hard work and dedication they bring to the community. John’s award is an outcome of his contribution to the Randwick Petersham Cricket club as CEO and in various other voluntary positions since he joined the club just on 20 years ago.
Congratulations John Stewart! An award well earned and earned well.

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John Saint

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NSW Under 16 cricket team 1984-85 - Australian Under 16 National Championships in Canberra

Back Row - Mark Pope (Coach), Paul Calvert, Ben Connell, Justin Quint, John Saint, Graeme Errington (Manager)

Middle Row - Wayne Holdsworth, Craig Bayldon, Dean Waugh, Chris Fox, Ross Saddler

Front Row - Richard Bennison, Garry Lovett, Rodney Davison, Trent Harvey, Dean Lough

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/771/john-saint/blog/1776/nsw-under-16-cricket-team-1984-85

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Ash Doolan

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You don't have to be the smartest person on the planet to understand i love cricket. It has given me everything and continues to be my number 1 passion.

This season, 2Reds Apparel started a three year partnership with the South Coast District Cricket Association.

The South Coast is a place that I hold close to my heart and a place I have always called home. My journey started in a little town called Jamberoo. We had next to nothing, but we had everything when it came to sport. South Coast cricket gave me an opportunity to showcase my skills at a representative level and I'll always be grateful. I can still remember the day I was presented my playing cap.

As you can tell, our connection with the south coast at 2Reds Apparel runs very deep. We are looking forward to the next three years and beyond. Nothing but the best for the athletes looking to better themselves on and off the field. We can't wait to give these players the opportunity to feel those amazing emotions when they put the 2Reds Apparel kit on for the first time, just like I did so many years ago.

Keep striving to be better! 💯💯💯❤️💯💯💯💯💯

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Penrith Cricket Club