2 years ago

John Fuller

Business Owner

Bingley, Yorkshire, United Kingdom

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Dales, Bails and Cricket Club Tales

Delighted to share this news... my third book called Dales, Bails and Cricket Club Tales is out in paperback and Kindle on Amazon.
It's my many adventures over the 2022 and 2023 seasons visiting grounds, clubs and leagues in Yorkshire. There's so much to be positive about in Yorkshire cricket and hopefully that comes across in celebrating the people and places I've met along the way.

https://cricketyorkshire.com/my-new-book-is-out-dales-bails-and-cricket-club-tales

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2 years ago

Greg Briggs

Gosford, NSW, Australia

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Australian Under 19 cricket team to tour Pakistan in 1981

Back Row - Tony Gifford (Manager) , Greg Briggs, Ron Howland, Christopher Dalkin, Stephen Monty, David Milligan, Geoff Milliken, Russell Emens, Paul Sacco (Doctor)

Front Row - Jon Maher, David Knox, Andrew Ledger, Laurie Potter (captain), Tim May, Doug Harris, Tom Birchall

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2 years ago

Cricket NSW

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NSW Under 19 Cricket team 1981-82

Back Row – Scott Jacobson, Mal Herbert, Gavin Fletcher, Geoff Milliken, Glenn Dixon, Stuart Hogan, Steve Waugh, Steve Day

Front Row – Michael D’Arcy (Manager), Brad McNamara, Chris Madden, Brett Patman (Captain), Jon Rose, Bronko D’Jura, Noel Hughes (Coach)

Absent – Andrew Knight

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2 years ago

Andrew Gode

Business Owner

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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My Best Grade team - Andrew Gode 2007 to 2020

I made my debut for Valley District Cricket Club in 2007 and over the years have played with some fantastic players.

With some down time I thought I reflect on who would make my best team. It was also a bit of fun and brought back some great memories.

Here’s my best Valley team from players I played with, in batting order:

1. Nick Kruger

My first captain at Valley. Brutal opening batsman who punished bowlers throughout the competition before moving to Tasmania where he ended up being part of a Sheffield Shield winning team. Rather sizeable cranium as well

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1360/andrew-gode/blog/1806/my-best-grade-team-andrew-gode-2007-to-2020

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2 years ago

The Howie Games Podcast

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Episode 50 - The Howie Games with Aaron Finch

#TheHowieGames | Episode 50! Aaron Finch gets us to a half century of the Howie Games. A man who can destroy bowling attacks like few others. Finchy is one of the new generation of cricketers born into the Twenty 20 revolution. In what has been an extraordinarily tough few weeks for Australian cricket, Finchy talks about what it’s like to see a few of his good mates go through some very difficult times, and what his thoughts are on the whole situation. We also chat about the life of a modern cricketer, watching an IPL auction, winning a World Cup and batting with Sachin Tendulkar.

https://www.howiegames.com/podcast/https-hg33-projectboard-com-au-podcast-episode-50-aaron-finch

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2 years ago

Mark O'Neill

Cricket Coach

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Craig Simmons retired from cricket on Saturday 2 December 2023
To say he has been a fabulous player is an understatement.
Craig is the best player I have coached that was never picked for Australia simply because very short, minded administrators would not afford him the opportunity that they sometimes gift to players of far less performance or talent in first class cricket.
However, that short sighted response by two associations never dimmed his enthusiasm for the game and as a result his energies were directed to his beloved Rockingham Mandurah and Gordon in the Sydney premier league whereby the way he holds the record for the most runs in a season.
I remember watching his first BBL hundred from my lounge room and jumping up and down screaming with joy, I was so happy for him.
His performances for the Mariners are legendary including taking the side to a first-grade premiership which by the way was a far cry from when the club was rebooted
In the lead up to the Rockingham first 1st grade season I was asked who should open the batting first game. I was adamant that the first player picked at the top of the order would be Craig.
Needless to say, there was a bit of sniggering going on until they watched him bat in the first net session. All of a sudden everyone knew he could play.
To Paul Simmons and Sue Simmons you have been so supportive of your son and have ridden the ups and downs with him over a very long career. You should be very proud of the person he has become.
Congratulations Craig Simmons on your retirement.
It’s time to have a rest.
Mark

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2 years ago

Paul Ryan

Founder

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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In Western Suburbs District Cricket Club 3rd Grade game against Sydney Cricket Club one of our umpires was Geoff Garland. Geoff is 81 years of age.

Geoff first involvement with senior cricket in New South Wales began in 1961 and he’s been a players, umpire, and mentor ever since.

He started umpiring at the age of 50 and has umpired over 450 games for the Sydney Cricket Association. Geoff was awarded Life Membership of New South Wales Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association in 2019.

Saturday was a one day 50 over game and Geoff was at the top of his game. He engaged at the appropriate times, didn’t go looking for unnecessary noise and communicated and managed the game terrifically well. And he did it all with a smile.

It’s wonderful to see Geoff still umpiring as he’s a wonderful role model for all umpires and players. It was even better to see to see him so spritely and enthusiastic.

I dip my lid Geoff.

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2 years ago

Splinters - The Bench Podcast Podcast

sydney, Australia

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This week’s Splinters podcast is the 2023 Cricket World Cup review!

Join Anthony Caruso and Mat Meers as they look back over the tournament and give their ratings for all 10 countries that competed!

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/854/splinters-the-bench-podcast-podcast/blog/1804/splinters-cricket-world-cup-wrap

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2 years ago

Cricket NSW

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102 Followers

Congratulations to all players selected in our Country & Metropolitan squads, set to compete at the U19 Female National Championships in Brisbane from December 14-21

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/154/cricket-nsw/blog/1803/cricket-nsw-announce-the-nsw-under-19-metropolitan-and-country-squads-for-the-australian-female-national-championships-in-brisbane

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2 years ago

Manly Warringah District Cricket Club

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Your favourite podcast, The Weekly Wicket, is back for another enthralling episode. We are glad to have you back.

The Weekly Wicket is proudly sponsored by our friends at The Cachet Group. Visit them at

www.www.cachetgroup.com

This weeks drop features 2 of our club favourites in Jack and Mickey Edwards. They take us, eventually, to their initial contact with the game and their growth from Junior Reps right through to cricket becoming their career, in Mickey’s case almost by accident.

They give us some interesting insight into the life of a modern professional sportsman and how they have especially dealt with some of the focus that has come their way

https://manlycricket.com/the-weekly-wicket-waratahs-podcast-with-jack-and-mickey-edwards

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2 years ago

Cricket NSW

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Week 11 – ‘The Opening Spell’

Coaches scoring centuries, undefeated teams and the talent of tomorrow!

First ball – Zero to hero!

St George-Sutherland Brewer Shield captain, Lucia Martin, was dismissed for a second-ball duck against Gordon at Killara Park. Her side would set a seemingly surmountable 85-run target for the Deers.

However, Martin did not accept defeat, rather producing an all-time captain’s spell, taking seven wickets to limit her opponents to 78 all-out. St George-Sutherland sit in third position on the competition ladder following their weekend win.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3807618/week-11-the-opening-spell

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2 years ago

NSW Premier Cricket

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Sydney Grade Cricket Semi Finals and Final 1991-92

Waverley Cricket Club 1991-92 First Grade premiers

Back Row – Paul Riik (Manager), Lee Kirk, Greg Small, David Boden, Peter Lovitt, Greg Matthews, Gordon George (Scorer), Bob Horsell (President)

Front Row – Mark Pratt, Kyle Thompson, Mark Patterson, Paul Prichard, Darren Kingdon, Malcolm Marshall, Gareth Townsend

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/1191/nsw-premier-cricket/blog/1802/sydney-grade-cricket-semi-finals-and-final-1991-92

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2 years ago

CricConnect Stories

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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I made my first class debut in 1952/53 and played for 2 states in Australia

60 first class hundreds
passed 50 in 37 innings in Test Cricket for Australia
took 349 first class wickets
took 383 catches in first class cricket


Who am I?

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2 years ago

Sydney University Cricket Club

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Sydney University Cricket Club First Grade Premiers 2016-17

Back Row - Gary Whitaker (Coach), Ryan Carters, Tim Ley, Ben Joy, Nick Larkin (Captain), Greg Mail, Ashton May, Liam Robertson, Will Hay.

Front Row. Damien Mortimer, Ed Cowan, Tom Rogers, Devlin Malone, Hayden Kerr, John Kliford (Manager)

In a heroic effort, Sydney University has defied all odds to bat through more than 150 overs to deny Bankstown a victory, and in the process claimed the Belvidere Cup for the 9th time.

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2 years ago

Northern Suburbs District Cricket Club

Brisbane, Australia

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Northern Suburbs Cricket Club Under 18 Premiers 1978-79

Back Row – E. Toovey (President), D. Gallagher, D. Forsyth, N. Hart, G. South, R. Harris (Manager)

Middle – P. Christie, S. Rees, G. Anderson, (Captain), M. Carter, D. Wood

Front Row – W. Lawson, P. Cook, P. Day, G. Marshall

Absent – M. Fynes-Clinton, G. O’Hara, A. Berritey

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2 years ago

John Alvarez

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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The Wanderer's British Isle's Tour - 6th June 1978

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2 years ago

Steve Frances

Brisbane, Australia

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Nepean | Penrith Cricket Club caps 1973-79

In 1973 the Nepean District Cricket club entered the NSWCA Grade competition wearing this cap.

In 1978 the club was supported by the Penrith Rugby League Football Club and was renamed Penrith DCC and wore the more familiar caps - click below

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/207/steve-frances/blog/516/nepean-penrith-cricket-club-caps-1973-79

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2 years ago

Steve Frances

Brisbane, Australia

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The 3rd season for Nepean/Penrith DCC looked promising and 1st grade start with an outright win against Western Suburbs in October 1975. Ken Hall starts his career well. John Burnitt was also a Five eight for the Penrith Panthers, and Lawrie Renshall was also playing league for the Panthers

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/207/steve-frances/blog/515/nepean-cricket-club-start-the-1975-76-season-with-an-outright-win

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2 years ago

Burwood Briars Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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Burwood Briars Cricket Club 3rd Grade Premiers 2011-12

Back Row - Jack Kovacic, Declan Kennedy, Tommy Dapice, Mark Smyck, Dave Young, Ian Gibson –

Front Row - Atul Maharan, Lloyd Andrews, Gareth Robson (Captain), Orry Kirkham, Paul Catalovski and Neeaz Bhulyan

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2 years ago

Parramatta District Cricket Club

Sydney, Australia

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Alex Murphy made his first grade debut for Parramatta District Cricket Club during the 1999/2000 NSW Premier Cricket season.

Alex is Parramatta First grade player number 523.

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

Daniel Jackson enormous heart and a willingness to play injured. Was still playing 1st grade for Parramatta in his mid 40’s and causing plenty of trouble for opposing batsmen.

Nick Bertus - has been a big part of turning Parramatta District Cricket Club into a competitive force. One of the best batsmen in the competition for at least the last 6 years and has won many games off his own bat. Gives back to the game by looking after the Parramatta Junior Development program with Luke Dempsey another long-term Parramatta First Grader.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/406/parramatta-district-cricket-club/blog/917/alex-murphy-put-a-high-price-on-your-wicket

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