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15 hours ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Charlie Stobo made his first-class debut for NSW at just 21. After a few seasons with limited chances, he took a leap and moved to WA in search of opportunity. It paid off—he broke into a dominant Western Australia side at a time when they won three straight Sheffield Shields and multiple one-day titles. In 2024, he also had a stint with Kent in England.

After 22 first class games Charlie has 61 wickets at an average of 28.

Now back in Sydney with a NSW contract, Charlie returns with plenty of experience and a winning mindset. Cricket’s in the blood too—his dad, Richard, played 6 first class games for NSW in the late 80s and early 90s and took 396 first grade wickets in what’s now known as NSW Premier Cricket

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/3009/charlie-stobo-returns-to-nsw-ndash-a-cricconnect-conversation

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2 weeks ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Zac Beveridge on seizing his 2nd XI Opportunity – A CricConnect Conversation

In this conversation, we wanted to hear directly from a player who’s made the most of that opportunity.

Zac Beveridge is a talented off-spin bowler who began his journey in Queensland before relocating to Canberra. After joining Queanbeyan District Cricket Club, Zac quickly became a standout performer in ACT Premier Cricket, earning selection in the ACT Second XI—a testament to his ability and dedication.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2993/zac-beveridge-on-seizing-his-2nd-xi-opportunity-ndash-a-cricconnect-conversation

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3 weeks ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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CricConnect conversation with Jono Dean and Mark Higgs – why Cricket ACT is a genuine pathway for aspiring cricketers

While Canberra doesn’t have a first-class team, the ACT compete in the Australian 2nd XI competition — a national platform that can open doors for aspiring cricketers. For young players chasing their first-class dreams, ACT Cricket presents a genuine and exciting pathway.

To unpack what that opportunity looks like, we’re joined by Cricket ACT head coach Jonathan Dean and ACT selector Mark Higgs.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2973/cricconnect-conversation-with-jono-dean-and-mark-higgs-ndash-why-cricket-act-is-a-genuine-pathway-for-aspiring-cricketers

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Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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CricConnect Conversation – the first ever Australian Aboriginal Over 50s cricket team to play Australian Over 55s and NZ Over 55s – Matt Lewis, Darrel Smith and Richard Saniga.

Welcome to this special edition of the CricConnect podcast. Today, we’re diving into a truly historic moment in Australian cricket—one that celebrates culture, legacy, and the power of sport to bring people together.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2935/cricconnect-conversation-the-first-ever-australian-aboriginal-over-50s-cricket-team-to-play-australian-over-55s-and-nz-over-55s-matt-lewis-darrel-smith-and-richard-saniga

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last month

Chris Titley

Director

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In Episode 43 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with rising cricket star Hugh Weibgen, fresh off his breakout Big Bash campaign, to talk backyard beginnings, captaining Australia U19s, and learning fast under stadium lights.

Hugh shares what it was like to open the batting with David Warner, debut in front of 48,000 screaming fans, and get subbed into a game after a freak injury.

He reflects on the under-15 heartbreak that lit a fire in him, how he’s chasing his Queensland Bulls debut, and the personal scoreboard moment that changed everything.

From elite routines to mastering reverse sweeps with help from Sam Billings, Hugh’s journey is full of humility, hunger, and a deep love for the game—plus a few cheeky pickleball sessions on the side.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1736/chris-titley/blog/2929/hugh-weibgen-on-batting-with-warner-big-bash-chaos-and-bouncing-back-from-setbacks

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last month

Chris Titley

Director

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In Episode 41 of Scoreboard, Chris Titley sits down with Josh Brown—the humble Queenslander turned Big Bash star—who went from indoor cricket comps and subbies 250s to smashing 60 off 23 at the Gabba on New Year’s Day.

Josh opens up about his rapid rise, being called up by the Heat, and how indoor cricket, gym sessions, and a contact lens prescription helped launch his pro career. He shares the nerves of debuting in front of 55,000, what it’s like to build your own bats at Cooper, and why dropping a catch in a final (to 55k groans) is still one of the wildest memories of his career.

He also talks fishing, toy car collecting, being mistaken for a quiet guy, and the mindset shift that helped him stop chasing the perfect innings—and start owning his role.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1736/chris-titley/blog/2928/josh-brown-on-backyard-cricket-big-bash-chaos-and-the-art-of-staying-true

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last month

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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It’s Grand Final time in NSW Premier Cricket, and the Parramatta District Cricket Club is making a serious statement.

After an outstanding season that saw the club crowned Club Champions, Parramatta has three teams competing in Grand Finals this weekend.

First Grade will take on Fairfield Liverpool in a three-day showdown at Cricket Central, starting Friday, March 28.
Third Grade hosts St George in a two-day final at Old Kings, beginning Saturday, March 29.
Fifth Grade also faces St George, kicking off their two-day decider at Bankstown Oval on Saturday.

To preview Parramatta’s massive Grand Final weekend across First, Third, and Fifth Grade, we’re joined by First Grade captain Nick Bertus.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2903/cricconnect-conversation-paramatta-district-cricket-club-first-grade-captain-nick-bertus-previews-the-first-grade-grand-final-against-fairfield-liverpool

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Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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The NSW Premier Cricket First Grade Grand Final is set to begin on Friday, March 28, 2025—a three-day showdown between Parramatta and Fairfield Liverpool at Cricket Central in Sydney

In this conversation, we’re joined by Fairfield Liverpool head coach Michael Wholohan to discuss their road to the final, the key moments that defined their season, and what to expect from the grand final match.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2902/cricconnect-conversation-fairfield-liverpool-head-coach-michael-wholohan-previews-the-first-grade-final-against-parramatta

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last month

Chris Titley

Director

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In Episode 26 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with rising fast-bowling star Marcus Bean to talk about his whirlwind Big Bash debut, growing up as a multi-sport athlete, and his dream of wearing the baggy green.

Marcus shares the moment he got the call-up for the Hobart Hurricanes, how it felt to bowl his first ball at the Gabba (which went very, very wide), and why getting a wicket on his second delivery made it all feel real.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1736/chris-titley/blog/2899/marcus-bean-on-big-bash-debuts-backyard-cricket-and-bowling-rockets

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2 months ago

Chris Titley

Director

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In Episode 36 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Elyse Villani, Australian cricketer, to discuss her journey in the sport, the evolution of women’s cricket, and how she’s rediscovered her love for the game.

Elyse reflects on her early days balancing cricket with university, the shift to full-time professionalism, and the mental challenges of selection, pressure, and performance expectations.

She opens up about the importance of self-awareness, resilience, and learning to embrace failure as part of success.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1736/chris-titley/blog/2894/elyse-villani-on-cricketrsquos-revolution-overcoming-setbacks-and-finding-purpose

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2 months ago

Chris Titley

Director

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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In Episode 35 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley sits down with Courtney Sippel, professional cricketer, to discuss her journey in cricket, overcoming setbacks, and finding joy in the game again.

Courtney opens up about her rise through Queensland Cricket, the challenges of professional sport, and the mental resilience required to navigate tough seasons.

She also shares insights into balancing cricket with life, making big career decisions, and how a change of scenery and mindset has helped her reset and refocus on her goals.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1736/chris-titley/blog/2893/courtney-sippel-on-resilience-and-rediscovering-the-love-for-the-game

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2 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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After the final round of the NSW Premier Cricket competition, news broke that Gordon District Cricket Club’s first-grade captain, Tym Crawford, is hanging up his bat in Sydney and heading to the United Kingdom.

Tym’s impact on the game has been immense. Over his first-grade career, he amassed 7,232 runs at an impressive average of 35.63, including 12 centuries and 40 half-centuries.

A true leader on and off the field, Tym has been a cornerstone of Gordon Cricket Club and NSW Premier Cricket for years. As he embarks on his next chapter, we take this opportunity to reflect on his outstanding career.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2879/cricconnect-conversation-tym-crawford-reflects-on-his-outstanding-career-with-gordon-district-cricket-club-in-nsw-premier-cricket

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3 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Now, the Newcastle District Cricket Association (NDCA) and Newcastle Junior Cricket Association (NJCA) have joined forces to form the Newcastle Cricket Board (NCB), and set to become the leading cricket organisation in country NSW. This move is about more than administration—it’s about growth, infrastructure, and creating a clear pathway for future generations.

Joining me today is Aaron Gray, president of the Newcastle Cricket Association, to discuss what this means for clubs, players, and the future of cricket in the region.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2846/cricconnect-conversation-with-aaron-gray-the-chairman-of-newcastle-district-cricket-association-about-the-newcastle-cricket-board

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3 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Today, we want to introduce you to one of CricConnect’s Platinum Sponsors and learn more about her incredible business.

Lauren Adlam, the founder of ZOWN is a mum of four and saw firsthand the challenges kids face growing up in today’s digital world. Determined to create something better, she launched ZOWN—a safe, positive online space designed to help tweens and teens thrive. Today, we’ll dive into how it works, why it’s so important, and what it means for parents and kids alike.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2824/cricconnect-conversations-zown-founder-lauren-adlam-on-safe-amp-positive-spaces-for-kids-online

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3 months ago

CricConnect Stories

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Wayne Andrews on WA’s Golden Era – Sandgroper Sports Podcast

Wayne Andrews is a celebrated cricketer who played a key role in one of Western Australia’s most successful eras during the 1980s and 1990s.

Originally from Melbourne (not that we hold it against him), Wayne moved to WA in his late teens with ambitions of securing a WAFL league game. However, it was cricket where he truly made his mark. A dynamic batsman and skilled spin bowler, he played 91 first-class matches and 47 one-day games for WA, captaining his state on 10 occasions.

Wayne shares fascinating stories about the legendary players he played alongside and competed against, offering insights into WA’s golden era of success. He also recounts entertaining anecdotes about some of the game’s most colourful characters and reflects on memorable matches from a time before the rise of Twenty20 cricket.

A must-listen for cricket lovers.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/11DVxkL19iOy3TVYMKIEjk

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4 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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CricConnect conversation with the new CEO of Cricket Australia Todd Greenberg

Being the Australian cricket captain is often said to be the second most important job in the country, just behind the Prime Minister. Does that make the role of Cricket Australia’s CEO the third?

It’s certainly a position of enormous significance and responsibility, and today we’re thrilled to be joined by the incoming CEO of Cricket Australia, Todd Greenberg.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2758/cricconnect-conversation-with-the-new-ceo-of-cricket-australia-todd-greenberg

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4 months ago

Lunch with Lee

Founder

Sydney, Australia

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Lunch with Lee - Michael Bevan and Luke Maddison

Shane Lee sits down for a chat with former cricketer Michael Bevan and business marketing guru Luke Maddison. The guys have some big laugh as they discuss hair transplants, being hit by a salmon, room mates on tour, business, marketing and more. Enjoy!

https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UanEFEuBcvSaJl3whjKxN

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4 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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On Saturday, 18th, and Sunday, 19th January, during Round 14 of the Queensland Premier Cricket Competition, Toombul District Cricket Club will host Redlands Tigers in a two-day match at Oxenham Park.

What makes this game particularly significant is its pioneering format—a two-day, Test-style match played with a pink ball under lights. This marks a groundbreaking moment for Queensland Premier Cricket and highlights the forward-thinking approach of Toombul District Cricket Club.

To learn more about this exciting development, let me introduce Toombul Club President Andrew Cranstoun and Operations Manager Greg Blake.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/cricket-conversations/blog/2728/cricconnect-conversations-with-toombul-district-cricket-club-pink-ball-premier-cricket-game-v-redlands-tigers

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5 months ago

Cricket Conversations

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Today, we engage in an important conversation about a topic that has impacted, can impact, and could continue to impact everyone in the cricket community.

You would no doubt be aware when watching Test Cricket this summer, that the Cancer Council and The Australian Government have partnered with Cricket Australia to deliver the sun smart message to TV and live audiences at games.

But the big question is what has been done at a local level in community cricket.

Last year, the Hunter Melanoma Foundation (HMF) in Newcastle entered a partnership with the Cardiff District Boolaroo (CB’s) Cricket Club. The partnership is unique and the first of its kind in the Hunter and Newcastle Region.

Together they’re working on educating the players and members about sun safety and early detection of melanoma using various means.

Let’s introduce our guest Claudia Tolhurst – Executive Officer of the Hunter Melanoma Foundation and Paul Hillier the Vice President of the Cardiff Boolaroo District Cricket Club

This conversation was proudly sponsored by Zown

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1684/echo-cricket/blog/2682/cricconnect-conversation-with-hunter-melanoma-foundation-and-cardiff-boolaroo-district-cricket-club

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6 months ago

Matt Ellis

Cricket Coach

Dubbo, NSW, Australia

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This week, we’re thrilled to bring you the inspiring story of James Knight—a master storyteller, literacy advocate, cricket tragic and bestselling author.

In this heartfelt conversation, James reflects on his journey from bush cricket fields to discovering the rich tapestry of cultures through cricket. He opens up about his battles with depression and shares how his experiences have shaped a life dedicated to making a positive difference.

We also dive into his latest book, The Spirit of the Warriors, and explore how he uses storytelling to inspire others and foster a love of literacy.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/182/matt-ellis/blog/2644/james-knight-the-gift-of-stories

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