Eighth Annual Report 2008-09

Randwick Petersham Test Players and in action for NSW • 5th Grade Finalist • Metropolitan Cup Premiers www.randwickpetershamcricket.com.au

Councillor Bruce Notley-Smith Mayor of Randwick wishes Randwick Petersham Club a safe and successful 2009-2010 season

Supporting Randwick Petersham Cricket

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2008-09 Overview ………. • Simon Katich and Nathan Hauritz played for • Nathan Hauritz played cricket for Australia • Nathan Hauritz played in World Cup for Australia in England • Simon Katich toured West Indies, India, and England with Australia • Nathan Hauritz toured South Africa, United Arab Emirates and England with Australia • Simon Katich, Nathan Hauritz, and Burt Cockley played for NSW • Usman Khawaja scored 210 and 228 in successive Second XI matches for NSW • Greg Hartshorne served a third term as a NSW Cricket selector • Declined from 1st to 15th in the defence of our Club Championship title • 5th Grade made the Final for the fifth time in eight seasons • 6th Grade Green won the Metropolitan Cup for the first time • 2nd Grade hit a record score of 7-389 v Bankstown and a record low of 62 v Blacktown • 4th Grade was dismissed for a record low score of 40 against Parramatta • 4th Grade maintained its unbeaten record against Hawkesbury (7 wins) and Easts (6 wins) • 4th Grade missed the finals series for the first time in the club’s eight seasons • 5th Grade took 9 for 47 to dismiss Bankstown for 97 and record 6th win in a row against that club • Won all 5 grades against Sydney, the eighth time the club has achieved the all-grades win feat • 1st Grade’s match v Sydney was the first match played at Bradman Oval, Bowral • Tim Laws hit a club record score of 231 against Bankstown in 2nd Grade at Coogee • Tim Laws and Brenton Barker hit a club 5th record of 309 against Bankstown • Nigil Singh took a club best 9 for 43 against Bankstown in 3rd Grade at Grahame Thomas • With 4,399 runs Usman Khawaja became the leading rungetter passing Richard CheeQuee’s 4,028 • Mark Carroll hit a new 5th Grade highest score record of 159 against Northern District • Matt Hilder took 51 wickets to became the first club member to pass 50 in 5th Grade in a season • Keiran Hewar took 51 wickets to become the first club member to pass 50 in 6th Grade in a season • A massive 1,237 runs were scored in one day to record 4 out of 5 wins against Mosman • Matt Wallis (3rd Grade) and Matt Hilder (5th Grade) win SCA bowling aggregates • gets new digital scoreboard to be named “Mike Whitney- Scoreboard” • Coogee Oval rated one of Sydney’s best 1st Grade grounds with Petersham rated one of the worst

2008-09 Metropolitan Cup Premiers

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Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Incorporated Founded 2001

www.randwickpetershamcricket.com.au

EIGHTH ANNUAL REPORT 2008-09

Notice of Annual Meeting

Notice is hereby given that the Eighth Annual General Meeting of Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Incorporated will be held at Petersham RSL Club, Regent St., Petersham on Friday 24 July 2009 at 7.00pm.

Business

1. Welcome by President Michael Whitney

2. To receive the Eighth Annual Report and Financial Statement

3. Presentation of Annual Awards

4. Presentation to the members of the Metropolitan Cup Premiership team

5. To consider the recommendation of the Management Committee that Life Membership of the club be awarded to David Townsend

6. To elect the following Office Bearers and a Management Committee for the ensuing year:

Patron President Chief Executive Officer Asst. Chief Executive Officer Financial Controller Asst. Financial Controller Management Committee (5) Delegates to SCA (2) Delegate to NSWCA Honorary Auditor

7. To consider any business brought forward in conformity with the club rules.

Greg Hartshorne Chief Executive Officer 13 Barkala Rd, Bayview 2104 (M) 0408 719 956 [email protected]

Please note that only last season’s financial members are entitled to vote.

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OFFICE BEARERS 2008-09

Patron Noel Hughes

President Michael Whitney

Chief Executive Officer Greg Hartshorne

Assistant Chief Executive Officer Wayne Mulherin

Financial Controller Bernie Dagg

Assistant Financial Controller David Holland

Management Committee President, Chief Executive Officer, Assistant Chief Executive Officer, Financial Controller, Assistant Financial Controller together with Peter Wright, Alan Wright, Chris Sullivan, David Townsend, Matthew Hilder, Bill Anderson and Peter Devlin.

Honorary Auditor Wayne Tilley

Delegate to NSW Cricket Association Peter Wright

Delegates to Sydney Cricket Association Peter Wright and Chris Sullivan

Webmaster and Publicity Officer Chris Singh

Club Photograper Steven Smith

Statistics Ray Stafford

Director of Coaching Club Coach Bill Anderson Peter Devlin

Club Brett Hunter

Selection Committee Alan Wright (Chairman), Peter Devlin, Rodney Stafford (1st Grade), Michael Watson (2nd Grade), Alex Sciascia (3rd Grade), David Townsend (4th Grade), Matthew Hilder (5th Grade), Denis Hinds (6th Grade)

Grading Committee Alan Wright (Chairman), Bill Anderson, Peter Devlin, Rodney Stafford, Darren McCoy and David Skuthorpe

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Operational Committees

Annual Report: Ray Stafford (Chairman), Lyall Gardner OAM, Steven Smith, Chris Sullivan

Coaching: Bill Anderson (Director), Peter Devlin (Club Coach), Rob Huxley (Poidevin Gray), David Skuthorpe, Grant Rimmer (AW Green Shield)

Cricketwear: Matthew Taylor, John Connell

Grounds: Wayne Mulherin

Junior Development: David Townsend

Publicity: Chris Singh, Lyall Gardner OAM

Social: Chris Sullivan (Chairman), Andrew Harrison, Tony Martin, Lee Farlow, Alex Sciascia

Sponsorship Greg Hartshorne, Michael Whitney, Chris Sullivan, Neale Anderson, & Events: Matthew Taylor, Graeme Hughes, Tony and Katie Martin

Administration: David Holland

Life Members (Life Members No. 03 to 38 are listed in the year order of election by the founding clubs) (Former Randwick Life Members are marked *)

03 - Noel Hughes (1971) 19 - Alan Wright (1992)* 34 - Robin Gardner (2000) 04 - Arthur Purvis (1971) 20 - Neale Anderson (1992) 35 - William Anderson (2001) 05 - John O’Loughlin (1973)* 21 - Michael Whitney (1993)* 36 - Wayne Mulherin (2001) 06 - John Hayward (1975)* 22 - Patricia Hughes (1995) 37 - Paul McGee (2001) 07 - Alan Cripps (1981)* 23 - Helen Milford (1995) 38 - John King (2001) 09 - Alan Turner (1983)* 24 - Timothy Dein (1996) 39 - Andrew Millican (2003) 10 - John Johnson (1983)* 25 - Alan Staunton (1996) 40 - Peter Johnston (2004) 11 - Lyall Gardner (1984)* 26 - John Pearson (1996) 41 - Robert Barter (2005) 12 - Peter Bain (1988) 27 - Richard McCord (1997) 42 - Richard Chee Quee (2005) 13 - David Chardon (1988) 28 - Chris Sullivan (1997) 43 - Denis Hinds (2006) 14 - Greg Hartshorne (1988) 29 - Paul Stepto (1997) 44 - Rhys Banwell (2007) 15 - Trevor Jay (1989)* 30 - Brian Proops (1998) 45 - Darren McCoy (2008) 16 - Ross Davies (1989)* 31 - David Skuthorpe (1998) 46 - Peter Wright (2008) 17 - Graeme Hughes (1991) 32 - Peter Rolls (1999) 18 - Stephen Devlin (1992)* 33 - Peter Devlin (2000)*

Association Life Members

NSW Cricket Association Sydney Cricket Association Lyall Gardner OAM (1988) Trevor Jay (2002) Alan Turner (1997) Greg Hartshorne (2005) Michael Whitney (2002)

Vice Presidents

Mayor of Botany Bay City Council Mayor Marrickville Council Major Randwick City Council

John Affleck Jeff Hill Tom Regan Alan Austin Brian Hughes Ron Rimmer Chris Burke Garry Hughes Jeff Sayle OAM Len Cartwright Mark Hughes John Soames John Chapman AM Les Johns Harry Solomons Madge Devlin Arthur Kelleher John Sullivan Ken Devlin Ruth Kelleher Steve Sullivan Phil Green David Kelly Bruce Turpin Steve Greentree Bruce Livingston Barry Wood Tom Harrison Barry McDonald Anthony Woodward Peter Harrison Carl Mower Geoff Wright

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Playing Members Peter Alevizos Nathan Hauritz William Passas Ken Attanayake Fabian Heaton Kushaal Ram Marcus Bain Kevin Hemananda Andrew Redman Brenton Barker Denesh Hewa-Gamage Grant Rimmer Chris Barket Kieran Hewar Sam Rochaix Steve Bidwell-Brown Matthew Hilder Peter Rogers David Bourke Denis Hinds Nicholas Saady Philip Bracken Thomas Holland Karl Schubert Troy Brewster Duncan Hunt Alex Sciascia Alex Brown Mitchell Hunt Alex Scott Gabriel Budwee Brett Hunter Giordano Scuglia James Byrne Robert Huxley Adam Semple Glen Carroll Brett Jackson Sathvik Shetty Mark Carroll Josh James Matthew Simmons Murali Chandraskeharan Jeremy Jastrzab Chris Singh Nick Charlwood Mitchell Jones Melvin Singh Robert Close Lance Kahler Nigil Singh Will Close Manul Kandara Verender Singh Burt Cockley Lasanga Kannangara David Skuthorpe Andrew Coles Mohan Kessani Roger Smith Matthew Coles Usman Khawaja Rodney Stafford Robert Cummings Chris King Nicholas Stapleton Charith De Silva Tim Laws Angus Stewart Peter Devlin Barton Lynch John Stewart Rachmat Djajadikarta Jordan Magro Matthew Taylor Ashley Doolan Sam Maree Alex Tomkins Matthew Doyle James Marley David Townsend Julian Foster-Pullman Tony Martin Jason Trindall Cameron Fowler Tim Matthews James Tyson George Frazakis Alan McArthur Matthew Wallis Sean Gardner Darren McCoy Jonathan Walsh Will Gomez Nathan McCoy Andrew Walters Cameron Gray Anthony McGinness Daniel Watene Jason Gray Brandon McLean Michael Watson Marcel Green John McLoughlin Benn West Trent Griffiths David Mitchell Glen Whichello Addison Grinham Shaylin Moodliar Dean White Vinaay Halasagi Sam Muir Alan Wright Will Halstead Eddie Otto Matthew Yiend Andrew Harrison

Non Playing Members Don Arnold Peter Harrison Faye Semple Michael Arratoon Sue Hill Steven Smith Bernie Bayley (dec) Lynette Jackson Ray Stafford Stan Beale Julie Kennedy Kim Stapleton Peter Carroll Tariq Khawaja John Sullivan John Connell Glen Lynch Wayne Tilley Peter English Katie Martin Dick Waller Lee Farlow Cec Orrock Neville Walters Helen Fowler Anyes McLean Brad Gray Angela Redman

A W Green Shield Members Marcus Bain Addison Grinham Brandon McLean Andrew Coles Duncan Hunt Kushaal Ram Julian Foster-Pullman Barton Lynch Vic Tharmarajah Jason Gray Tim Matthews Daniel Thomas

5 Report from the President

Last season we had cause to celebrate our win in the Club Championship, a first for the club. This season we have cause to celebrate another first, the selection of two of our players, Simon Katich and Nathan Hauritz, in the Australian Test team. Put simply, it was an absolute blast to have two Randwick Petersham players wearing the baggy green of Australia in the same Test Match! It is a rare thing for any club, let alone this club in just its eighth season. We have to go back to Randwick in 1981 to find a similar achievement among the founding clubs while it was on the 1948 “Invincibles” Ashes Tour of England that the old Marrickville club last achieved the feat. It is one of our main charters to supply and Australia with first class cricket talent and we have done just that this season with bells on! Outstanding stuff!

While we are entitled to be excited about our first class cricket achievements we are entitled to feel a little disappointed about the performances of our teams in the Sydney Grade competition this season. We have become seasoned to taking out a premiership or two each summer and when that fails to materialise we tend to question ourselves as to what went wrong. There are no doubt many reasons with the regular absence of our four best cricketers in the first class arena, a number of injuries to key players and the fact we opted to rely on our younger developing players rather than recruit others this season, among some of the obvious answers. However, every challenge creates an opportunity and many such opportunities were taken this season with positive outcomes.

As I mentioned above, we didn’t bring home a Grade premiership cup this season although we came pretty close going down in the 5th Grade Final. New committee member Matt Hilder took on the captaincy of the side for the season and worked wonders with a young and inexperienced group which just oozed talent and enthusiasm. With the level of improvement these players are capable of, next season looms as an exciting one for many of them as after all, they are our future 1st graders and the future of this club.

Having said we didn’t win a Grade premiership I can say with a great deal of pride however, that we did win a cup! We won the Metropolitan Cup for the first time after eight years of trying. Our two teams in this competition are full of young players yet to make the grade ranks which emphasises just what depth we have among our emerging players. Denis Hinds and Sam Rochaix have done an outstanding job with these teams while the contribution to both sides and the competition itself by David Holland and Alan Wright should not be overlooked nor underestimated.

Our Grade teams didn’t set the world on fire this season but there was enough sparkle there to be encouraged for the seasons ahead. Personnel change including captains was a major issue for all sides and they struggled to get a great deal of consistency going in their line-ups. Rodney Stafford and Usman Khawaja were new captains of the 1st XI while Michael Watson, Brenton Barker and Will Passas led 2’s for the first time. Alex Sciascia took over as new 3rd Grade captain with Lance Kahler and Trent Griffiths sharing the role from time to time while veteran Andrew Harrison took over 4’s when David Townsend was unavailable.

There were however, some amazing performances this season. The knock of 231 by Tim Laws in 2nd Grade at Coogee Oval was simply outstanding. I have never, not wanted to have the little red ball in my hand at Coogee Oval but on that occasion maybe it was better that I watched from the stand! That innings was also part of a new 5th wicket partnership record of 309 for the club which Tim put on with Brenton Barker who went on to make his 1st Grade debut later in the season. And of course the “super swinger” Nigil Singh almost produced the perfect bowling figures when he took 9 wickets for 43 in 3rd Grade against Bankstown at Grahame Thomas Oval. All new marks for the club and we are very proud of them just as we are that Usman Khawaja has slipped past my old mate Richard Chee Quee to take over the mantle of highest rungetter for the club. Ussie’s also scored most tons. What a talent.

Last season we were blown away by the efforts of Simon Katich and it was no surprise that by mid-year he was back in the Australian team. What I find so amazing is just how quickly he cemented his place in the side and is now one of the most consistent and reliable players in the lineup. He is off to England for his third Ashes tour and we wish him well, just as we do with our 1st Grade skipper Nathan Hauritz who will be on the plane with him. What a blinder of a season Nathan had! Dragged out of state 12th man duties into a Test Match and thrust into the number 1 spinning spot for Australia just a few months later. We knew he had the ability and it’s great to see him getting the opportunity he so richly deserves.

Last year we were excited that both Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley made their first class debut with my old team, the New South Wales Blues. This year was even better as they became regular members of the side. Ussie ended up with 554 runs and hit tons in the last two matches. All that came after he scored successive double-hundreds in Second XI cricket earlier in the season which was some sort of a record. Fast bowler Burt also hit his straps this summer finishing the season as the Blues’ best bowler with 27 scalps at a bit over 22. He also grabbed two “five-fors” which is just brilliant stuff for a young bloke thrown in at the

6 deep end when team injuries had given him an unexpected opportunity. With Usman and Burt joining Simon and Nathan we had four players in the NSW team for the second season in a row. That’s an awesome representation and if young Brett Jackson keps going the way I think he will, we could have another!

The global finance crisis has affected everybody in recent times and we were and are, not immune. A major sponsor of ours, Babcock and Brown, by a great mate of mine Phil Green, was an early victim and went to the wall a few months ago. This was a bitter pill to swallow for Phil who has been a most generous sponsor of this club and the old Randwick club for many years. And of course this was a real blow to our finances which took a major hit this season and forced us to temporary curtail a number of activities including our newly introduced Academy. However, the generosity of our sponsors kept us going and with some astute management we have been able to finish on the right side of the ledger , albeit by a relatively minor amount. You can’t run a Grade cricket club with just a few chook raffles which may have been the case in my playing days. These days it’s big business and we need all the financial help we can get. In thanking our sponsors I would also like to thank those generous souls who helped out with a financial contribution when the chips were really down this season. Without your assistance we would certainly have finished behind the eight ball.

With finances down and CEO Greg Hartshorne and his right-hand man Wayne Mulherin settling into new jobs, our administation capacity was stretched to the limit this season. That we got through relatively unscathed speaks highly for the efforts of the members of the committee and in particular to David Holland who has put up his hand for the CEO job next season. Both Greg and Wayne have announced that they will be standing down at this year’s AGM which will create an opportunity for “new blood” on the committee. In saying that I must pass on a huge vote of thanks to both “Prince” and “Mully” who have given their all to this club since it came into being eight years ago as well as the old Petersham Marrickville club in the many seasons prior to that. Apart from the club, they have been fantastic contributors to cricket itself and I have no hesitation in saying that the game is much the richer for their involvement. They have well and truly earnt their retirement and we will miss them. Well done gentlemen and thank you from all of us.

This year’s committee had three “new” faces in Bill Anderson, Peter Devlin and Matt Hilder and their experience proved invaluable in the running of the club. As mentioned above, I hope that some of our young guns may step forward and fill some pretty important vacancies on the committee for next season. We have only had 20 people hold the 11 management committee positions in our eight years and as we approach our first decade, it is appropriate that we have one eye towards the long term future and the management of the club. I would encourage anyone who has an interest in the future running of the club to contact me.

We continue to be well served by some dedicated and loyal people. Alan Wright again handled the role of Chairman of Selectors in his inimitable style. In fact, Alan is the only person to hold this position since the merger in 2001. In many ways it is a thankless task and we are fortunate to have someone of the calibre of Alan looking after this important job. Alan also takes a great interest in the development of our younger players and along with David Holland has an active role in the running of the Metropolitan Cup competition. David has been a tower of strength in this area for many years and the success of the competition is a true reflection of the effort he puts in to it. David also chipped in as Practice Captain along with Dick McCord.

Our “Social Guru” Chris Sullivan again looked after our social activities and the corporate lunch he arranged this year was just outstanding. Like Alan Wright, we haven’t had to change our Social Director since the merger with “Fous” holding down the role from the word go. David Townsend is another who has had an important role with the club for a lengthy period, taking over as Director of Junior Development in our second year. He juggles the role with the 4th Grade captaincy along with many MC gigs at club functions.

Peter Wright has been our Sydney and New South Wales Cricket Association delegate since 2001 and is our voice on association matters. It is an important role and we are in good hands with Peter representing us. He is also Chairman of the RPCC Foundation.

As I mentioned earlier, it has been a difficult year for finance and Bernie Dagg has served us well as Financial Controller in trying circumstances. Balancing the budget when funds are at a premium is no easy feat and Bernie was able to finish with only a small deficit which is far from what it was looking like at one stage of the season. Many thanks Bernie.

While Wayne Mulherin has announced his retirement from the administration of the club I know he will be unhappy leaving at a time when there is still work to do on Petersham Oval. It has been a source of great frustration for “Mully” over the seven years he looked after our grounds and it continues to be so. One thing he will be proud of however, is the new digital scoreboard at Coogee Oval. It is a fantastic facility and the most modern at any Sydney suburban ground. Coogee continues to improve as a cricket ground courtesy of the Green Options treatment and remains one of the best venues in Sydney. Pity it couldn’t have been like that in my day!

7 Each year I rave about our wonderful volunteers and the sensational work they do for us. And they do it with a smile! We have just the most fantastic group of helpers who continue to work for the club year in year out. Without them we would be nothing. Robin Gardner and Sue Otto were once again the wonderful people they are in staffing our canteens at Coogee and Petersham. They and all our other volunteers are simply fantastic and I can’t begin to thank them enough. We didn’t get to see our long-serving legends Pat and Noel Hughes this season who both continue to recuperate from ongoing illnesses. We know they are with us in spirit and we appreciate the good wishes they continually pass on to the club.

Our coaching staff under the direction of Bill Anderson and Peter Devlin again did a great job despite the ongoing practice problems at Petersham Oval. The increased number of younger players being elevated through the grades to fill gaps caused by unavailability and injury was quite a challenge for our coaches and captains this season. I am confident however, that the experience they gained this season will hold us in good stead next summer and in the summers ahead. We were also well represented this season at the various coaching seminars conducted by Cricket NSW which ensured our coaching staff, were well aquainted with the latest coaching techniques. Bill Anderson has been busy putting together a new coaching strategy and structure for next season which looks pretty exciting stuff.

You will be aware of the ideals I have been pushing ever since I took on the role of President. They are of course, trust, respect and humility. By trust I mean that we should have trust in our ability to perform to the highest standard we can while at the same time showing respect for our opponents, our club and team mates and most of all for the game itself. When we are victorious we need to display a sense of humility in enjoying our success while acknowledging the achievements of others along the way. We have an outstanding reputation and it is up to everyone associated with the club through their words and actions, to guard our good name jealously. The last thing I want to have to deal with is bad behaviour and if everyone adopts the above ideals I am certain that will be the last thing I will need to do. As I have said on many occasions, we want Randwick Petersham to be everything that is good about sportsmanship, friendship and honour. And may it ever be so.

I said last year that this would be a tough year and tough it was. Dropping from 1st to 15th in the defence of our Club Championship was not what any of us envisaged. However, it has given us additional resolve. It is up to us…all of us…to get back on top. It’s just a matter of how bad we want it. We wanted the Club Championship and we got it. We wanted to give our players every chance to play first class cricket level and we’ve done that. We want that 1st Grade title. We want to do better in Poidevin Gray and A W Green Shield. We want to be Club Champions again. It all means there are challenges ahead and there is work to do. But we can do it just as we have done it these past eight years…together.

Michael Whitney President

Friends of Randwick Petersham

This season the club conducted a successful “Friends of Randwick Petersham Cricket” fundraising initiative to provide additional financial assistance for our various cricket activities.

A range of individuals, corporate organisations and local councils were invited to become a part of the Friends network. Thanks to the generosity of our supporters a total of more than $4,000 has been raised.

On behalf of the many young cricketers who will benefit from the support of our Friends, thank you for your commitment to Randwick Petersham.

Friends List: Leo Alevizos, Bill Anderson, Alan Austin, Peter Bain, Ross Davies, Ken Devlin, John Johnson, Julie Kennedy, Bruce Livingston, Ian Mann, John O’Loughlin, George Passas, John Pearson, Mark Preddey, Arthur Purvis, Alan Turner, Mike Whitney.

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Report of the Management Committee

How quickly times can change. Club Champions last year and success in almost every corner, to a year of disappointments. Having said that, there were many positives, and certainly lots of opportunities to work on for next season.

The performance of 5th Grade and Metro Cup was sensational. Fifth Grade was full of exciting young players who performed brilliantly under pressure throughout the year, the finals series and the magic “weekend in April”. Although not premiers, it was a magnificent effort. The Metro Cup side were our only premiers and played with passion and determination, particularly in the 1 run victory in the final at . Well done!

At the other end of the scale, the club is very fortunate to have some wonderful representative players. The performances of Simon Katich and Nathan Hauritz on the Test arena was outstanding with both rewarded with Ashes selection. Both Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley also became permanent members of the NSW team and played with great maturity and skill.

As a club, we expect to win. When our results are less than that, it is right to feel some pain. But we will come back stronger and better. It is also important to remember that success is not just about what we do on the field. It is how we handle success and failure, and what we do about it.

Once again our club was filled with over 60 wonderful people who gave their time for voluntary roles. Every minute they contribute is hugely important to our success and to the enjoyment we get from this great game. Thank you to you all.

We also have a tremendous group of sponsors who have supported us in good times and bad. The Sponsorship Report shows the many and varied companies and organizations which support us. We survive because of this assistance. Like the volunteers, it is hard to thank them enough.

The marketing of the club has become one of our biggest challenges in our recent history. The global financial crisis and changes to licensing laws for clubs has put enormous pressure on financial sustainability. Our fund raising and sponsorship needs to be innovative and progressive, with all of us recognising the need to support and thank our sponsors in any way we can. Our Finance Report shows the club continues to be delicately balanced. With sponsorship and fund raising down on last year, the Management Committee has finished with a small deficit in difficult circumstances. The challenge is to grow our revenue in a market which is becoming increasingly tight.

Our coaching and junior development programs remain a major priority. Thank you to all our coaches for driving these programs. It is particularly important to recognise the efforts of Grant Rimmer, who has coached and managed the A. W. Green Shield over the past few years. Grant is as solid as they come and has built a reputation second to none. Grant is a special person and has indicated he will not be involved with the A. W. Green Shield next year. Wayne Mulherin is also stepping down from the committee. These are sad losses for the club as both men are highly respected and will be greatly missed.

Our goal is to be a “Great Cricket Club” and the journey is never ending as we tackle the challenges and opportunities ahead. Our player pool remains strong with many young players maturing and growing. We have to work harder, spots should be tough to get and opportunities have to be taken. Success isn’t easy, it comes to those who want it most, who practice and work on their game, prepare well and do the business when it counts out in the centre. Equally the management of the club has to continue to work on improving the support structures, the quality of our facilities and grounds, our marketing, coaching and social programs. We all need to work together on each of these issues.

Thank you to all on the Management Committee for your contribution and effort this season and for your support and friendship in my role as CEO. Particular thanks to Bill Anderson and Wayne for your work in sharing the CEO role this season by managing the Operations and Administration areas.

Long may we enjoy that wonderful “Weekend in April”.

For and on behalf of the Management Committee. Greg Hartshorne Chief Executive Officer

9 Sponsorship

Thank you to all our sponsors for your support. Your funds allow us provide vital facilities and programs such as Junior Development, coaching, clothing and player awards. Most of our sponsors have been with us for many years, while some are new. All are vitally important to our success and future. Hopefully we can give back, recognise their support and help develop their businesses by using their facilities, expertise and products.

These are the sponsors of Randwick Petersham Cricket Club

Petersham RSL – continues to be our Major Sponsor. They provide financial support to our Junior Development Program and modern social facilities at the RSL Club. Newington Hotel became a new sponsor this season, renewing a partnership established many years ago. We hope this partnership can continue to develop and grow. South Sydney Junior Club and Canterbury Bulldogs Leagues Club. In difficult times, both clubs have sponsored junior development in our local community. Their support allows us to send coaches into schools and junior associations, and to help young cricketers become the best they can be. Kingsgrove Sports Centre – special thanks to Harry Solomons and his team. Harry is renowned for his generosity and assisted the club with a substantial cash sponsorship this season. David Trodden and DTA Lawyers in Balmain – Dave Trodden has always been a supporter of the Petes’ and continues to help the Randy Petes. His donation of the Tigers package for our Businessman’s lunch was an example of his generosity. Mike Whitney Promotions – Mike Whitney is both an outstanding President and sponsor. Alan Wright and Associates – Alan is on Committee and also Chairman of Selectors. Although both roles are voluntary and take a huge amount of time, Alan also gives as a sponsor. Mark Daniels and Greg Hartshorne from Mortgage United (finance brokers) John Watson (Watson Buchan Surveyors) Anthony Woodward from accounting firm B P Woodward and Associates Denis Hinds, solicitor, CE Chapman & Co Randwick Rugby Club – has been a supporter for many years. As we move forward, it will become the ideal location for mateship and social functions at Coogee home games.

Thank you all! We greatly appreciate your support.

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7 Regent Street Petersham NSW 2049 P: 9560 8355 F: 9564 1841 www.petershamrsl.com.au

Your Premier Club of the Inner West

Well done to all grades for another outstanding season, and congratulations to everyone involved.

10 1st Grade 2008-09 Limited Overs Competition in Summary

Round 1 v Gordon at Petersham Sat 29 September 2008 Lost 171 to 4-224 Gordon batted first in perfect conditions on a good pitch and at 2-43 the match was even. But a 139 run partnership for the third wicket put the Stags in the drivers seat and they rammed home the advantage to set us a 225 target on a sandy outfield. Four dropped catches and some sloppy fielding didn’t help our chances. Nathan Hauritz (1-27 from 10) and James Byrne (1-29 from 10) were the best of the bowlers. Tight Gordon bowling and good field placements meant we were always under pressure and runs were difficult to come by. Losing 3 wickets with the score on 73 to make us 5 down didn’t help and despite some good rearguard action from skipper Hauritz (38) and fast bowler Byrne (28), we were never in the hunt. Adam Semple batted well for 30 as did Brett Jackson for his 21. A disappointing effort all round.

Round 2 v Sydney at Bradman Oval, Bowral Sat 11 October 2008 Won 6-278 to 9-277 himself would have been proud the way our boys won this historic match at Bradman Oval. It was simply brilliant stuff with skipper Nathan Hauritz leading from the front with a masterful 94 not out from 77 balls including 9 fours and 5 sixes. His sixes off the first two balls of the final over to chase down Sydney’s imposing 277 brought the Bowral crowd to its feet. Earlier James Byrne had put the brakes on Sydney’s run onslaught in the final couple of overs when they lost 4 for 16. Byrne finished with the impressive figures of 5 for 58. Usman Khawaja’s 79 was also a good knock. The win gave new manager Ron Crippin his first chance to hear the club victory song as it bellowed across the Southern Highlands from the Randy Petes dressing room!

Round 3 v Fairfield-Liverpool at Rosedale Sun 19 October 2008 Lost 206 to 263 The absence of Katich, Hauritz, Khawaja and Cockley on rep duties plus Byrne and Semple on the injured list was too much for our inexperienced lineup against a top grade side and we went down under a hot sun at Warwick Farm. Rod Stafford captained the team for the first time and did well finishing with 5 for 49 from 9 overs. An injured David Mitchell with 39 and ‘keeper Ashley Doolan (32) tried valiantly but the target was always a little out of reach.

Round 4 v Manly-Warringah at Coogee Sun 25 October 2008 Won 6-222 to 6-218 With 5 wins from 7 matches against the Sea Eagles in 7 seasons, the confidence was with us and no doubt contributed to another convincing win against them. Tight bowling kept Manly to a modest 218 with Glen Whichello taking 3-57 from his 10 overs while Adam Semple was simply miserly in his return from injury with 1-33 from 10. In reply, an opening partnership of 89 between Usman Khawaja (65) and Brett Jackson (47) set the scene and despite a 4 for 43 crash in the middle order, Ashley Doolan with an unconquered 53 and Adam Semple with a solid 20 saw us through with more than 6 overs to spare. Considering the team was without Simon Katich (in India), Nathan Hauritz (NSW Blues) and Burt Cockley (NSW Blues), this was a great and timely win.

Round 5 v Sydney University at University 1 Sun 30 November 2008 Won 9-212 to 132 A great win led by Brett Jackson with a classic 85 opening the innings. Matty Taylor’s 45 was also invaluable in setting up a target for our bowlers. A wicket to Glen Whichello (1-32) without a run on the board was the start we needed and with Peter Alevizos (3-44 off 10) chipping in with 3 more, the students were on the skids. Jim Byrne (2-6 off 8), Rod Stafford (2-24 off 8.4) and Eddie Otto (2-13 off 5) did the mopping up to record a solid win against a team which has given us some stick in the past.

Round 6 v Campbelltown Camden at Coogee Sun 7 December 2008 Lost 131 to 4-132 Sent in to bat, we were looking good at 2 for 99 with Usman Khawaja well set on 54. However, when he was on that score we lost Jackson, Otto and Watson for ducks and the score had plummeted to 6 for 107. Mitchell also went on that total for 19 and it was only James Byrnes’ 19 which enabled us to end up with 131. We had lost 8 for 32. When James Byrne took 3 for 1 with the score on 42, there was a glimmer of hope which however, was shortlived. Only one more wicket fell as they passed our score 4 down in just 36.5 overs. A disappointing which cruelled our chances of making the competition’s semi-finals.

Round 7 v Penrith at Coogee Sat 13 December 2008 Lost 183 to 8-204 After sending the Panthers in on a rain affected wicket, we were expected to capitalise on their 6 for 27 scoreline and have only a small chase to take the points. Burt Cockley (4-22) and Glen Whichello (2-35) had bowled well to put the skids through our opponents. However a 7th wicket partnership of 106 then 55 for the next wicket left us with a target of 204. In response, Usman Khawaja (30) and Ash Doolan (37) were doing it well with the score 0-74 before we lost 4 wickets for 2 runs to slump to 4-76. Tim Laws (39) and Brett Jackson (35) did well to get us within striking distance at 6-163 but after their departure, the innings folded for the addition of just 20 more runs to leave us 21 short with 3 overs left. A shocker.

Round 8 v Hawkesbury at Owen Earle Sat 20 December 2008 Won 7-241 to 207 A great win with one of our best-ever partnerships of 202 for the second wicket between Brett Jackson (106) and Matthew Taylor (103). Ashley Doolan went with the total at 10 and when Jackson departed the score read 2-212. Only Usman Khawaja and Matthew Mott had scored more for the second wicket when they put on 214 against North Sydney in 2004-05. A flurry of big- hitting didn’t pay off towards the end of the innings leaving us 7 down for 241 at the end of the 50 overs. The Hawks began well in their run chase putting on 97 before Jackson effected a . At 3 for 159 they were well in it until Glen Whichello (3-37), Rod Stafford (2-51) and James Byrne (2-34) put the skids through the middle order and tail to grab a keen win.

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The 2008-09 Grade Season in Summary

Round 1 v Gordon (Limited Overs) Sat 29 September 2008 Contrary to last season when we had our best-ever start with 4 wins and a tie, our four losses and one win this season was equal to our worst start which was in the first round in our first season in 2001-02. It was always going to be hard to bounce back after last season’s Club Championship win and so it proved to be. Second Grade was our only winner and they got there on only the last ball of the day. Stars for 2’s were David Mitchell (79) and Will Passas (68 not out) who also produced the best partnership of the match with 80. After being 0-91 then 2-145 off 37 overs, Gordon got the wobbles in the last few overs and our boys managed to hold them off to win by just 2 runs. 1st Grade struggled in the field dropping 4 catches and conceding a number of runs on a sandy outfield. Against some tight bowling and good field placings our boys were always behind the eightball and went down by 53 runs. James Byrne with 1 for 29 and 30 runs and skipper Nathan Hauritz (1-27 and 38 runs) were the standouts. In 3rd Grade an opening partnership of 124 between Brenton Barker (55) and Troy Brewster (65) set the stage for a competitive total of 235. But it wasn’t enough as the Stags ran it down with 2 overs to spare. 4th Grade hit a huge 294 at Killara with newcomer 18 years old Angus Stewart posting 101 in his first hit-out while David Townsend (55 not out), Will Halstead (42) and David Bourke (41) also made solid contributions. But our bowlers had no answer to the Gordon onslaught and they passed the target 7 down on the last ball of the match to inflict an unexpected defeat. 5th Grade could only post 190 despite the first six batsmen getting into double figures. Jason Gray (52) was the best while Glen Carroll hit a nice 30. Six wickets between skipper Matt Hilder (4-28 off 8) and evergreen Denis Hinds (2-26 off 10) however, wasn’t enough to prevent the inevitable which Gordon achieved with more than 10 overs and 4 wickets to spare.

1st lost by 53 runs @ Petersham 171 to 4-224 2nd won by 2 wkts @ Chatswood 4-204 to 8-202 3rd lost by 4 wkts @ Kensington 235 to 6-236 4th lost by 3 wkts @ Killara 6-294 to 7-295 5th lost by 4 wkts @ Marrickville 6-190 to 6-191

Round 2 v Parramatta (2 Day Matches) Sat – Mon 4-6 October 2008 A wet weekend disrupted all our matches with no play possible in 1st Grade at Kings Oval, Parramatta Park. 2nd Grade got on late Monday but could only manage 95. With Parra in hot pursuit at 5-82 bad light put a stopper to proceedings. James Tyson did well with 4 wickets. In 3’s, Jordan Magro (4-53) and Mel Singh (3-61) kept the Eels to a gettable 150. But at 4-75 the light was too poor to continue and the match came to a halt. In 4th Grade, we batted on what looked a solid Kenso deck but proved to be quite otherwise with RP bowled out for a record low 40. At 6-25 in reply, Parra looked in danger of finishing less than that until the tail did the business on day 2 to finish with 59 and a lead of 19. In the second dig we were in trouble again until fast bowler Matty Wallis hit a swashbuckling 108 not out leaving Parra 188 to win outright. But with rain intervening, the best we could do was reduce them to 7 for 80 at the end. With 120 overs possible on the Monday in 5th Grade, finally something went to plan. Matt Hilder (5-45) and new boy Josh James (2-25) kept the Eels to just 166 which we were able to run down and take the points. Matt Hilder did well with the bat as well as the ball making 52 not out while Gabriel Budwee was impressive with an important 26.

1st drawn @ Old Kings Park No play 2nd drawn @ Petersham Oval 96 to 5-82 3rd drawn @ Merrylands Oval 4-75 to 150 4th lost by 19 runs @ Kensington Oval 40 & 207 to 59 & 7-86 5th won by 3 wkts @ Princes Road 7-170 to 166

Round 3 v Sydney (Limited Overs) Sat 11 October 2008 This was an historic round for two particular reasons. Firstly it was the first time a 1st Grade cricket match had been played outside Sydney on the famous Bradman Oval, Bowral and secondly, it was the first time we had inflicted a “Greenwash” (winning all 5 grades) on the Sydney club. This was the eighth occasion the club had won all 5 grades in a round and having regard to our slow start to the season it was very timely lifting us from 18th place to equal 11th in the Club Championship. 1st Grade was an outstanding win with James Byrne (5-58) and Nathan Hauritz (94 not out) the stars (see details in Limited Overs Competition summary). In 2nd Grade, Benn West (5-32) put the skids through the Tigers before Sean Gardner (43) and John McLoughlin (42 not out) put together the finishing touches for a solid win. In 3’s, Jordan Magro (4-20), Mel Singh (3-46) and Alex Brown (2-44) were always on top to keep Sydney under 200. In reply, a loss of 4 wickets for 15 in the middle order to have us 5-136 caused a few flutters but Troy Brewster with a fine 86 ensured we took home the points. Grant Rimmer with 6 for 28 waved the flag in 4th Grade to demolish Sydney for a gettable 188 which we did 5 down. Andrew Harrison (55 not out) and Andrew Walters (39) were best of the batsmen. A fifth wicket partnership record of 152 by Karl Schubert (122) and Matt Hilder (68) ensured a huge score of 287 in 5th Grade. Steady bowling by all the trundlers kept Sydney behind the clock at all times and the match was won in the 50th over.

1st won by 4 wkts @ Bradman Oval 6-278 to 9-277 2nd won by 7 wkts @ Petersham Oval 3-154 to 153 3rd won by 3 wkts @ Ryde Oval 7-193 to 192 4th won by 5 wkts @ Kensington Oval 5-191 to 188 5th won by 28 runs @ELS Hall 8-287 to 259

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Round 4 v Mosman (2 Day Matches) Sats. 18 & 25 October 2008 Simply outstanding. One of our best rounds—ever! To win all 5 grades we had to score 1,244 runs following a week of torrential rain and cold weather which would have done nothing to assist the quality of the pitches we were about to bat on having bowled in all grades on day 1. The fact is we scored 1,237 to win 4 of the 5 grades! The ironic thing was that the only game we lost (4th Grade) looked the most likely win after the first days play. In 1st Grade, the return of Usman Khawaja after being unavailable on day 1 due to representative duties proved a major plus for our team. Having bowled the Whales out for 221 (after having them 9- 154) and being 2-44 at stumps day 1, Usman peeled off his 10th club with 102 not out and with Brett Jackson (42 not out) put on 97 for the fifth wicket to cruise to a 6 wicket win. In 2nd Grade, Mosman had set us a chase of 299 after belting all bowlers on day 1 with James Tyson the best with 3 for 57. Day 2 saw young Sean Gardner hit his second ton and best score for the club with a masterful 147 not out assisted by Michael Watson (44) and John McLoughlin (41) to take the points 4 down. With a scoreline of 7 for 286 declared, no club would expect to go down by 8 wickets, yet that’s what happened to Mosman’s 3rd Grade team. Young Angus Stewart scored his second ton of the season with 112 but it was the master centurion Troy Brewster hitting his 9th century and highest score for the club with a massive 153 not out to enable his team to coast home with the bikkies. The opening partnership of 235 was a new club and 3rd Grade record. An outstanding win. In 4’s we were 1 for 51 chasing 182 after day 1 and looking good after Rob Close (3-43) and Peter Devlin (3-52) had kept the Whales under wraps. Unfortunately on day 2 the wheels fell off with only Karl Schubert (39) and Rob Close (30) offering any real resistance and we finished 14 runs short. A disappointing effort from the defending premiers. On day 1 in 5th Grade it was all Mosman as they posted a huge 7 for 252 at Kenso. In reply however, it was young Mark Carroll returning to the game after a couple of seasons off who led the charge with a match-winning 85. He was well supported by Brandon McLean with 53 who also did well with the ball taking 3 for 82. In the end we got across the line with the last two batsmen scoring the 23 needed.

1st won by 6 wkts @ Petersham Oval 4-224 to 221 2nd won by 6 wkts @ Oval 4-299 to 9-298 dec. 3rd won by 8 wkts @ Coogee Oval 2-292 to 7-286 dec. 4th lost by 14 runs @ Rawson Park 168 to 182 5th won by 1 wkt @ Kensington Oval 9-254 to 7-252 dec.

Round 5 v Bankstown (2 Day Matches) Sats. 1 & 8 November 2008 With our four first class players on rep. duty and Semple, Mitchell and Stafford on the injured list, Bankstown at home was always going to be tough and so it proved to be. With our 1’s tottering at 6 for 85, it was warming to see our late order rally with Eddie Otto leading the charge with 81 not out to set a reasonable target of 242. At 4–108 in reply, the glimmer of hope was quickly extinguished as the ‘Dogs ran out easy winners. In 2nd Grade it was records a plenty as Tim Laws cracked a huge 231 as part of a 309 5th wicket partnership with Brenton Barker (105 not out). The score of 7-389 dec. was also a record. Mel Singh (5- 61) and James Tyson (3-63) then did the business to ensure a great win. 3rd Grade struggled to reach 183 with only Roger Smith (76) offering any real resistance. In reply it was record time again with Nigil Singh returning a career best and club record of 9-43 to grab the points. Peter Devlin (3-48) and Chris Singh (3-49) ensured a gettable target for 4th Grade which turned out well with Glen Carroll (52) and Jason Gray (53 not out) getting their side home. 5th Grade’s chances of improving its record of 5 wins from 5 games against Bankstown was in real jeopardy when the ‘Dogs were 1-52 chasing our 102 before Gabriel Budwee (3-32) and Matt Hilder (4-28) got together to knock them over just 5 runs short. The last pair put on 14 but a run out couldn’t have come at a better time! Four wins moved us to 7th in the Club C ‘ship.

1st lost by 6 wkts @ 242 to 4-262 2nd won by 104 runs @ Coogee Oval 7-389 dec. to 285 3rd won by 72 runs @ Grahame Thomas Oval 183 & 5-114 to 111 4th won by 6 wkts @ Petersham Oval 4-201 to 197 5th won by 5 runs @ Jensen Park 102 & 6-242 to 97

Round 6 v St George (2 Day Matches) Sats. 15 & 22 November 2008 After a weeks rain it was no surprise to see Saints asked to bat first in the 1st Grade clash at Petersham. However, the pitch played much friendlier than expected and last season’s premiers ran up a 5-279 scoreline by end of day 1. Day 2 saw a real procession back to the pavilion as we tried to run down the target. Improving from 7-66 to 146 was due only to the efforts of Tim Laws (47) who was the only batsman to pass 30. In the follow-on we didn’t do much better although Brett Jackson (57) and Ash Doolan (46) offered some resistance. 2nd Grade saw a new record against us when Saints ran up a huge 3-432 at Hurstville. It was always going to be a struggle for us to catch that and 220 was the best we could manage. Another superb bowling effort by Nigil Singh with 6 for 52 held Saints in check in 3rd Grade. While there were some nervous moments when we slumped to 6-133 in reply, pace bowlers Matty Wallis and Rob Close both hit classic 49’s while the last two at the crease edged past the total for a narrow win. Another close game in 4’s resulted in a draw with us 2 runs short. Will Halstead (41) and Jason Gray (39) did best with the bat while Alex Brown took 4 for 66. 5th Grade did it the hard way but managed to take the points. Knocking Saints over for 177 with Josh James taking 4 for 50 was a good effort. In reply it was a struggle with only Gabriel Budwee (54) showing any form but when he went with 4 runs still needed, there was mild panic in the camp. Josh James and Denis Hinds pasted the target, to win.

1st lost by 133 runs @ Petersham Oval 146 & 190 to 5-279 dec. 2nd lost by 212 runs @ 220 to 4-432 dec. 3rd won by 1 wkt @ Coogee Oval 9-221 to 220 4th drawn @ Harold Fraser Reserve 9-209 to 211 5th won by 1 wkt @ Kensington Oval 192 to 177 & 4-76

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Round 7 v Eastern Suburbs (2 Day Matches) Sats. 29 Nov / 6 Dec 2008 A 129 run partnership for the fourth wicket set Easts up for a big score with Rod Stafford (4-106 from 30 overs) and Burt Cockley (2-29) our best bowlers. At 2-141 in reply we were doing it easy with Matt Taylor (82) going well until a few kamikaze shots saw us lose 7 for 90 leaving Eddie Otto (73 not out) and Burt Cockley (23) to put some respectability into the score with a new 1st Grade 10th wicket partnership record of 73. Mel Singh with 4-66 was mainly responsible for keeping Easts’ 2nd Grade to a gettable total. Unfortunately David Mitchell (67) couldn’t get anyone to stay with him and we were all out 70 runs short. In 3rd Grade, Jordan Magro (50), Matty Wallis (44) and Lance Kahler (39) were the main contributors to our 228. In reply, Easts were shaky at 3-34 but a number of dropped catches let them off the hook and they got the runs 7 down. Nigil Singh (3-24) was again the best bowler. Chris Singh (3-52) and Andrew Harrison (3-45) bowled well in 4th Grade to keep Easts to 210. In reply, Chris Singh opened the batting and became the rock of the team as he hit his first grade cricket ton with a terrific 107 as the points were achieved. 5th Grade cemented a spot in the top 3 courtesy of captain Matt Hilder who had an amazing all-round game hitting 72 not out before following up with 8 for 69 off 29 overs. Chris Barket (55) and Cameron Fowler (51) also batted well.

1st lost by 19 runs @ Waverley Oval 304 to 9-323 dec 2nd lost by 70 runs @ Coogee Oval 219 to 289 3rd lost by 3 wkts @ Trumper Park 228 to 7-229 4th won by 5 wkts @ Petersham Oval 5-215 to 210 5th won by 20 runs @ Snape Oval 7-253 dec to 233

Round 8 v Penrith (Limited Overs) Sat. 13 Dec2008 Three inches of rain (75mls)on the Friday before the round was likely to affect many matches and so it did with our 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade games all washed out. Coogee Oval was up to the mark however, with a full 50 overs match playable. We won the toss and sent the Panthers in to bat in the damp conditions. Burt Cockley (4-22) and Glen Whichello (2-35) took full advantage of the situation and soon Penrith were in all sorts of trouble at 6 for 27. However, a 106 partnership of batting resolve followed by another 55 for the 8th wicket and they got to a competitive 204 for 8 after their 50 overs. In reply, we were doing it well at 0 for 74 with Usman Khawaja (30) and Ash Doolan (37) set to put the issue beyond doubt. But when 4 wickets fell for just 2 runs leaving us at 4-76we were in trouble. Tim Laws (39) and Brett Jackson (35) batted well to get us to 6-163 but when they went the rest quickly followed and we had lost by 21. In 2nds at Howell Oval, a reduced 25 overs per side match saw Penrith make 6 for 154 with Michael Watson taking his first “five for” with 5 for 28. Angus Stewart (37) and John McLoughlin (30) gave us some sort of hope but some good tight bowling from the Panthers spinners steadied the ship for them and our boys fell 16 runs short.

1st lost by 21 runs @ Coogee Oval 183 to 8-204 2nd lost by 16 runs @ Howell Oval 7-138 to 6-154 3rd drawn @ Petersham Oval 4th drawn @ Cook Park 5th drawn @ Kensington Oval

Round 9 v Hawkesbury (Limited Overs) Sat. 20 December 2008 A great round with 4 wins going into Christmas. 1st Grade had a big win courtesy of a near-record second wicket partnership of 202 between Brett Jackson (106) and Matthew Taylor (103), both with maiden 1st Grade tons. In 2nds, John McLoughlin was the star with 87 while Mel Singh with 4 for 41 took out the middle order to set up the win and take a bonus point. 3rd Grade was chasing a gettable 214 as a result of some tight and accurate bowling and at 2 for 100 it was looking good. However, when Lance Kahler (49) departed the wheels fell off and we lost 6 for 51 to virtually give the game away. Early inroads by 4th Grade swing bowler Chris Singh (3-26) restricted the Hawks scoring and they were all out for 145 in the 46th. At 5 for 92 in reply there were a few flutters but the cool heads of Alex Brown (33 not out) and Andrew Harrison (47 not out) put the issue beyond doubt with 7 overs to spare. 5th Grades’ Josh James (2-14 off 10) and Nick Charlwood (1-23 off 10) quickly had the Hawks on the ropes with 3 for 31 from 17 overs. This allowed Cam Fowler (3-36) and Matt Coles (2-12) to clean up and give us a run chase of just 125. Nick Stapleton (47 not out), Tom Holland (26) and Bart Lynch (26 not out) rattled up the required runs in just 29 overs for a good win with a bonus point.

1st won by 34 runs @ Owen Earle Oval 7-241 to 207 2nd won by 94 runs @ Petersham Oval 8-240 to 146 3rd lost by 45 runs @ Benson’s Lane 2 169 to 6-214 4th won by 5 wkts @ Coogee Oval 5-146 to 145 5th won by 6wkts @ Benson’s Lane 3 4-126 to 125

Christmas Summary Going into the Christmas break, the position of teams in each grade was as follows: 1st Grade 5 wins 1 draw 7 losses 31 points 14th position 2nd Grade 5 wins 1 draw 3 losses 31 points 8th position 3rd Grade 4 wins 2 draws 3 losses 24 points 10th position 4th Grade 4 wins 2 draws 3 losses 24 points 12th position 5th Grade 7 wins 1 draw 1 loss 43 points 3rd position Club Ch’ship 659 points 11th position

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Round 10 v Sutherland (2 Day Matches) Sats. 10 & 17 January 2009 A disastrous round further emphasising our difficulty in taking points from Sutherland. 1st’s batted first and after being 0-47, slumped to be out for 159, which the Sharks had little difficulty in passing. A better effort day 2 but with only 172 to get it was a breeze for the southerners and we went down outright. Eight ducks in our 20 wickets didn’t help with only Brett Jackson (66), Tim Laws (66) and Usman Khawaja (63) showing any form. 2nds were soundly trounced in the first innings but came back strongly to miss winning outright by 2 wickets. Only Michael Watson (84) and Will Passas (59) in the second dig showed any real resolve. Grant Rimmer’s 5 for 77 wasn’t enough in 3rd Grade, to stop the Sharks amassing a huge 304 after being sent in to bat. We were never in the hunt and at 9-121 it took a record 92 run last wicket partnership from Jordan Magro (63) and Grant Rimmer (33 not out) to put any respectability into the scoreline. In 4th Grade, David Bourke showed good form to hold the innings together with 66 before Andrew Harrison (3-19) and Nick Charlwood (2-40) consolidated the position for a good win. 5th’s had the game of the round. Chasing leather in the first dig, Matt Hilder did well with 5-62 but 254 was a large target. Only Tom Holland with 43 got past 30 and we were 96 behind at innings end. Batting again, the Sharks declared at 7 for 104 giving us 201 to win. After an early wicket, Rob Cummings (84) and David Bourke (90) (relegated a grade when Usman Khawaja came back from state duties) put on a record 154 for the second wicket to put our boys on track for an upset outright win which they managed to do 7 down and maintain their 3rd place in the competition.

1st lost outright by 7 wkts @ Glenn McGrath 159 & 214 to 3-202 dec & 3-173 2nd lost by 5 wkts @ Coogee Oval 121 and 5-215 to 5-122 & 8-198 3rd lost by 91 runs @ Sutherland Oval 213 to 8-304 dec 4th won by 30 runs @ Petersham Oval 9-210 dec to 180 5th won outright by 3wkts @ Tonkin Park 158 & 7-201 to 254 and 7-104 dec

Round 11 v Western Suburbs (2 Day Matches) Sat / Sun 24-25 January 2009 Day 1 was one of the season’s hottest with temperatures around 40 degrees. In 1sts, it was a real struggle to put a worthwhile score on the board and had it not been for James Byrne (97) and Rod Stafford (49) putting on 109 when the total was 7 for 117, it would have been disastrous. It was a disappointment that James couldn’t get his hundred after making his first 50 for the club while Rodney’s innings was also worth the extra run to give him a half-century. Day 2 gave us little joy and the target was reached without real difficulty despite Rod Stafford’s 5 for 83. 2nd Grade was forced to bowl first but Peter Alevizos with 4 for 32 off 16 overs knocked them over and we were able to take a lead on day 1 with Sean Gardner remaining 54 not out. Unfortunately day 2 didn’t bring an outright result. In 3rd Grade it was the Adam Semple show as the all-rounder returned from injury to hit 124 before Benn West wrapped up the points with 6 for 44. Like 2’s the outright couldn’t be achieved. 4th Grade were chasing a big total of 324 and did well to get within 42 runs of it with Andrew Walters (54), Jason Gray (71not out) and Nick Charlwood (59) all scoring well, the latter two creating a new club 9th wicket partnership record of 108. 5th Grade kept the dream alive with 6 batsmen scoring more than 27 to get to 249. Although Wests did well they finished 16 behind with Josh James (4-23 off 14) and Matt Hilder (3-62) our best bowlers.

1st lost by 3 wkts @ Coogee Oval 278 to 7-280 2nd won by 4 wkts @ Pratten Park 6-129 dec & 4-86 to 120 and 3-228 dec 3rd won by 146 runs @ Petersham Oval 290 to 144 &7-143 4th lost by 42 runs @ Punchbowl Oval 282 to 8-324 dec 5th won by 16 runs @ Kensington Oval 6-249 dec to 233

Round 12 v North Sydney (2 Day Matches) Sats 31 Jan & 7 Feb 2009 On a very hot day which will go down in history because of the devastating Victorian bushfires, we celebrated a change in fortunes for our 1st, 3rd and 5th grades had good wins. In 1’s, we batted into the second day to chalk up 323 with Brett Jackson being caught for 99 the top scorer. Apart from him there were four scores in the 20’s and three in the 30’s. At 0-100 in reply Norths were looking good until an Eddie Otto run-out started a mini-collapse with 5 wickets falling for the addition of only another 34 runs. Rodney Stafford (6-76) and Adam Semple (3-24) took all before them to rout Norths and take the points. It was Stafford’s third “six for” in 1st Grade and the ninth time for the club he has taken 6 or more wickets in an innings. Despite a magnificent 112 from skipper Michael Watson, it wasn’t enough to prevent a 7 wicket hiding in extreme conditions. A fourth wicket partnership in excess of 200 was the turning point after we had grabbed 3 early wickets. 3rd Grade had a timely outright win after Matt Wallis (4-28) and Alex Brown (4-21) knocked the Bears over for just 99 in the first innings before Alex lined up again in the second dig to take 6 for 21 and demolish them for 76. We only lost 8 wickets in the match to secure the major points and put us into equal 7th spot. In 4th Grade we knocked Norths over for 191 with Andrew Harrison’s 3 for 30 the best. However, the run chase saw a regular procession back to the pavilion to end 43 short. It was 4ths first loss against North Sydney in 7 clashes. With only 2 wins from 6 attempts against Norths, 5ths looked like adding to their poor record when they could only manage 175 on a perfect pitch. Mark Carroll (51) and Tom Holland (47) were the only ones to show any real form. However, skipper Matty Hilder stepped up to the mark with a fantastic 5 wicket haul to put the issue beyond doubt and almost guarantee his side a place in the final three.

1st won by 90 runs @ Petersham Oval 323 to 233 2nd lost by 7 wkts @ North Sydney 2 287 to 3-290 3rd won outright by 5wkts @ Coogee Oval 3-100 dec & 5-76 to 99 & 76 4th lost by 43 runs @ Tunks Park 148 to 191 5th won by 48 runs @ Kensington Oval 175 to 127

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Round 13 v University of New South Wales (Limited Overs) Sat. 21 February 2009 After all was washed out on day 1 the round became a limited overs round on day 2. While UNSW were a clear last in the Club Championship they managed to gain the majority of points when we could only manage wins in 2 of the 5 matches. In 1st Grade a ton to “run machine” Usman Khawaja was the difference between the sides. At 4-87 Uni were struggling but we could only manage 2 more wickets while they put on 157 runs to give us a chase of 244. In reply, we were making heavy weather of it at 5 for 129 but Eddie Otto (25) hung in with Usman while he made a neat 100. James Byrne (23 not out) and Rod Stafford (21 not out) then put on an undefeated 42 to secure the win. In 2’s it was a disaster as Uni was winless all season but managed to defeat us and gain 2 bonus points as well. Angus Stewart with 63 and Cameron Gray (30) were the only batsmen to show any form chasing a gettable 226. In 3rd Grade, Matt Wallis (7-37) and Benn West (3-27) were outstanding in reducing Uni to just 198 but in reply we finished 67 runs adrift (after being 6 for 58) to virtually seal our fate in the finals chase. Skipper David Townsend (65) was the standout in 4th Grade which posted a disappointing total of 217. A century from the Uni opener however, made things difficult and we couldn’t get the necessary breakthroughs to go down in the 49th over. Another great bowling performance by skipper Matthew Hilder with 5 for 29 backed by the Carroll brothers, Glen (25 not out) and Mark (47 not out) gave 5th Grade a win with a much-needed bounus point to take them to the lead in the competition. A fantastic win.

1st won by 3 wkts @ Coogee Oval 7-246 to 6-244 2nd lost by 59 runs @ Village Green 167 to 8-226 3rd lost by 67 runs @Petersham Oval 131 to 198 4th lost by 5 wkts @David Phillips North 9-217 to 5-219 5th won by 8wkts @ Kensington Oval 2-135 to 133

Round 14 v Northern District (2 Day Matches) Sats. 28 Feb / 7 March 2009 Not a good round and one which reduced our Club Championship standing to 14th spot. In 1st Grade, only wicketkeeper Ashley Doolan showed any fight with the bat scoring an unconquered 59 in the first innings. His 29 in the second dig was another respectable score in a disappointing effort which saw us go down outright. Batsman Michael Watson was the only wicket-taker with 4-44 in a forgettable match. 2nd Grade fared little better scoring only 97 in the first dig before a window presented itself when ND’s had slumped to 7 for 86 in reply. Day 2 was a different matter however, and they passed us easily leaving the rest of the day to batting practice. 3rd Grade scored our only win of the round with Matt Wallis (5-55) and Alex Brown (4-32) bowling well to ensure a moderate target to chase. In reply it was all Lance Kahler who scored his first ton for the club with 103 in 101 minutes after we were a little shaky at 4 for 56. The win left us just 8 points from 6th place in the comp. 4th Grade continued a disappointing downward spiral with their fourth loss in a row. After having ND’s 6 for 95 they managed to get another 192 to set us a huge target. With wickets crashing around him in reply, it was Will Halstead who provided the only form of resistance in scoring 101 out of a paltry total of 165. In 5th Grade an amazing maiden Grade cricket century by Mark Carroll set up a great score for his team. His 159 comprised 6 sixes and 12 fours made from just 152 balls after his 100 came up in only 61 balls. Rob Cummings also played well with 54. In the bowling it was a frustrating day with the last man in holding on for a draw which saw us drop to second place on the competition table.

1st lost outright by 10 wkts @ Waitara Oval 155 & 118 to 4-257 dec & 0-20 2nd lost by 2 wkts @ Petersham Oval 97 & 204 to 8-127 dec 3rd won by 5 wkts @ Asquith Oval 5-189 to 187 4th lost by 122 runs @ Coogee Oval 165 to 287 5th drawn @ Somerville Park 8-291 dec to 9-229

Round 15 v Blacktown ( Limited Overs) Sat. 15 March 2009 An embarrassing finish against a club we had lost only one match to in the past six seasons. The best we could do was wins to 3’s and 4’s with the other three grades loosing. In 1st Grade, a lack of batting urgency saw us post a very gettable 213 which Blacktown chased down in just 45 overs. Usman Khawaja (74) and John McLoughlin (51) did best with the bat while James Byrne took 3 for 37 off 10 overs. In 2’s, a 202 opening partnership set Blacktown up for a good total at Coogee. In response, only three players could manage double figures with Cameron Gray’s 15 the best in a total which was a new record low of just 62 for 2nd Grade. In 3rd Grade our 8-184 was a disappointing total after being 2 for 133. At 4–162 in the run chase and needing just 23 to win, Blacktown were looking near certainties before some spirited bowling knocked the last six over for just 21 with 2 balls remaining and 1 run behind. Grant Rimmer was sensational with 5 for 21 including the last wicket, caught by skipper Alex Sciascia who topscored with 61. A great win! 4th Grade recorded their 5th win from 5 matches against Blacktown with an easy win at Petersham. Matt Coles put the skids through the Blacktown boys with a career best 6 for 23 while Nathan McCoy did well with 2 for 24. Chasing just 114 we did it in only 17 overs with “guest player” Matty Taylor belting 54 not out while Karl Schubert hit a fine 42 to ensure the win gained 2 bonus points. Our 5th graders went into reverse at Whalan 2 bowling Blacktown out for just 120 (with their last wicket putting on 38) but failing to capitalise on the effort. Marcus Bain (5-11) and Gabe Budwee (3-15) recorded outstanding figures. In reply, the match was well in hand with the score 3 for 60 but the remaining wickets fell inexplicably for just 25 runs and we went down by 35 runs on the eve of the Qualifying Finals.

1st lost by 4 wkts @ Joe McAleer Oval 6-113 to 6-114 2nd lost by 202 runs @ Coogee Oval 62 to 4-268 3rd won by 1 run @ Whalan 1 8-184 to 183 4th won by 7 wkts @ Petersham Oval 3-115 to 114 5th lost by 35 runs @ Whalan 2 85 to 120

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Qualifying Final v Sydney University @ Coogee Oval 5th Grade Sat. / Sun 21-22 March 2009 On a superb Autumn morning, Sydney Uni won the toss and decided to bat first on a perfect Coogee Oval wicket. After 9 overs, they were doing it well at 0 for 38. At lunch however, we had struck back through some tight bowling and athletic fielding to have them reeling at 5 for 67. Another quick wicket after lunch set the scene for us to be chasing a relatively small target. However, the students resolve could not be dented as the pitch flattened out in the mid-afternoon sun and at tea, they were a much improved 6 for 165. The third session belonged to the students as they set about piling on the runs quickly and at the fall of the 10th wicket they had posted a healthy 243. Some good bowling ensured the final total was not any greater with skipper Matt Hilder returning figures of 3 for 66 from a marathon 33 overs while Gabe Budwee did well with 2 for 33 from 20 overs. Hilder’s 3 wickets gave him 50 for the season. In the run chase we lost opener Matt Coles with just one run on the board by stumps on day 1. Day 2 brought similar conditions with the match there for the taking. However, shortly after lunch we had slumped to 4 for 78 and needing a solid partnership to get back on track. Tom Holland and Barton Lynch then got together and took the score to 4 for 151 and things were looking good. But disaster struck when Bart nicked one behind to be out for 41 and was shortly followed by Tom with 74. At 6 down with 90 minutes play left, the pendulum had swung well and truly in favour of the students. Skipper Matt Hilder and Rob Cummings then put their heads down in an attempt to bat out the day for a draw which would have been good enough for us being the higher placed team. They did well and when Hilder and next man Budwee had gone, there remained 2 overs and 2 wickets in the match. With just 2 balls to go, Josh James lost his wicket leaving last man, 16 years old Marcus Bain, the dubious honour of holding on with Rob Cummings who was left watching from the other end. No trouble for the young man as he middled both deliveries to put us in the semi-final! What a game!

Drawn match RP 9 for 186 Sydney University 243

Semi-Final v St George @ Coogee Oval 5th Grade Sat / Sun. 28-29 March 2009 The decision to send St George in to bat almost came unstuck when they rattled up 4 for 309 with an hour left for play on day 1. The plan had been designed to take advantage of some softness in the pitch and at 2 for 21 off 11 overs it looked like a good move. However, once the middle order got settled they took to the attack belting our bowlers to all parts of Coogee Oval. Aided by a few dropped catches and some sloppy ground work, the Saints declaration came with an hour left to bat. It was a big ask for our boys after such a pasting but the resolve by openers Matt Coles and Nick Stapleton was fitting of a couple of players well beyond their years. They put their heads down and although Matt was let off with a dropped catch in the second over, by stumps they had safely held out the Saints bowlers to be 0 for 12 from 14 overs. A sunny Sunday brought perfect batting conditions and the two youngsters continued on where they left off the previous evening to get through to lunch unscathed. A draw was all we needed and the likeihood we could run down their score was considered to be out of the question. From the lunch score of 0 for 91, the opening partnership got to 111 before the first slip-up. Just when Matt Coles had made good his 50 in 211 minutes, he was trapped in front. The introduction of a couple of spin bowlers tossing up the ball eventually played on the minds of our young middle order and within the space of 24 runs we had lost Stapleton (63 from 222 balls after 260 minutes), Tom Holland (15) and Mark Carroll (2) to be 4 for 163 at tea. Immediately after the break, both Glen Carroll (19) and Bart Lynch (4) went with the score at 166 leaving us 6 down with it all to do. Experienced Rob Cummings (7) hung in for 27 minutes but when he went it was left to skipper Matt Hilder and young all-rounder Gabe Budwee to do the business with 68 minutes remaining. That they defied the new ball, various bowling changes, intimidatory field placings while picking up 39 more runs said a great deal about the determination between them and within the team as a whole. It was nail-biting stuff but in the end a frustrated St George outfit, after using 8 bowlers, had no answer. When stumps were called Randwick Petersham was 7 for 216 with Hilder and Budwee unconquered on 8 and 26 respectively and a place in the Final safely in the bank!

Drawn match RP 7 for 216 St George 4-309 dec.

Final v Campbelltown-Camden @ Coogee Oval 5th Grade Sat. / Sun. 4-5 April 2009 Having lost the toss and being sent in to bat after a week of rain was always going to be a big ask for our batsmen. And so it proved to be with wickets falling at regular intervals to such an extent that at 6 for 39 then 9 for 86 it looked like the match would be all over on day 1. However, the last pairing of Josh James and Marcus Bain had other ideas and took the fight up to the Campbelltown Camden bowlers. They attacked with all their might and almost had doubled their team’s score when Josh was caught for a gallant 58 leaving Marcus unconquered on 13. A target of 151 seemed well within the Ghost’s grasp but the determination of our boys could not be underestimated. A quick wicket (1-15) brought early hope but day 2 under sunny skies gave our opponents a huge leg-up with conditions ideal for batting. At 2 for 90 we were struggling. A run out of the opener for 47 brought renewed hope and good bowling from Gabe Budwee, Marcus Bain and captain Matthew Hilder soon had the Ghosts on the back foot at 5 for 120. Another wicket 7 runs later had the crowd on the edge of their seats but a solid partnership of 21 for the 7th wicket all but sealed the victory. When the 7th wicket fell only 4 runs were needed and they were achieved with a minimum of effort and the competition was over. A dramatic win to Campbelltown Camden but a hard fought defence of last year’s title by Randwick Petersham. A great year for our 5th Grade, and a wonderful season for the development of so many of our youngsters.

Lost RP 151 Campbelltown Camden 7-152

17 Sydney Cricket Association GRADE COMPETITION TABLES SEASON 2008/2009

FIRST GRADE: Bankstown 97 St George 89 Sydney 83 Sydney University 81 Eastern Suburbs 77 Penrith 76 Gordon 69 Mosman 68 Campbelltown-Camden 65 Fairfield-Liverpool 57 North Sydney 50 Western Suburbs 49 Blacktown 49 Manly-Warringah 47 Hawkesbury 46 Northern District 45 Randwick Petersham 43 Sutherland 40 Parramatta 25 UNSW 19.

FIRST GRADE LIMITED-OVERS: Bankstown 45 Campbelltown-Camden 41 Penrith 40 Mosman 38 Sydney University 38 Hawkesbury 34 Gordon 34 Eastern Suburbs 28 St George 25 Randwick Petersham 25 Fairfield-Liverpool 21 North Sydney 20 Northern District 19 Blacktown 19 Western Suburbs 19 Sydney 18 Sutherland 14 UNSW 13 Parramatta 13 Manly- Warringah 0.

SECOND GRADE: Sutherland 73 Campbelltown-Camden 72 Penrith 72 Northern District 68 Manly-Warringah 66 Sydney University 63 Parramatta 60 Hawkesbury 57 Gordon 47 St George 45 Bankstown 44 Western Suburbs 42 Blacktown 41 Sydney 40 Randwick Petersham 37 North Sydney 30 Eastern Suburbs 24 Fairfield-Liverpool 22 Mosman 15 UNSW 7.

THIRD GRADE: Sydney University 82 Gordon 78 Manly-Warringah 67 Penrith 60 Fairfield- Liverpool 59 Eastern Suburbs 55 Western Suburbs 54 Randwick Petersham 52 Parramatta 50 St George 48 Sutherland 48 Sydney 39 Campbelltown-Camden 38 Bankstown 36 Blacktown 25 North Sydney 20 UNSW 19 Hawkesbury 19 Northern District 14 Mosman 7.

FOURTH GRADE: Gordon 72 Sutherland 68 St George 63 Fairfield-Liverpool 60 Northern District 60 Penrith 57 Bankstown 49 Sydney University 45 Western Suburbs 44 North Sydney 42 Blacktown 40 Randwick Petersham 38 Mosman 38 Campbelltown-Camden 32 Manly- Warringah 30 Parramatta 30 Eastern Suburbs 30 Hawkesbury 25 Sydney 24 UNSW 12.

FIFTH GRADE: St George 81 Randwick Petersham 68 Campbelltown-Camden 67 Manly- Warringah 59 Sydney University 58 Gordon 56 Sutherland 55 Northern District 49 Penrith 48 Eastern Suburbs 46 Sydney 38 Fairfield-Liverpool 36 North Sydney 32 Hawkesbury 32 Bankstown 31 Western Suburbs 31 Parramatta 23 UNSW 18 Blacktown 12 Mosman 10.

AW GREEN SHIELD: Parramatta 42 Fairfield-Liverpool 42 Blacktown 36 North Sydney 36 Northern District 30 Manly-Warringah 30 Western Suburbs 24 Randwick Petersham 24 Penrith 18 Hawkesbury 18 Sutherland 18 Bankstown 18 Gordon 18 Campbelltown-Camden 18 St George 12 UNSW 12 Sydney 12 Mosman 12 Eastern Suburbs 0 Sydney University 0.

POIDEVIN-GRAY SHIELD: Penrith 39 Bankstown 36 Sydney University 35 Gordon 34 Campbelltown-Camden 34 Sutherland 34 St George 31 Parramatta 31 Blacktown 27 Fairfield- Liverpool 26 UNSW 25 Hawkesbury 21 Eastern Suburbs 21 Randwick Petersham 15 Manly- Warringah 13 Mosman 13 Northern District 12 Western Suburbs 12 North Sydney 8 Sydney 8.

POWER EDUCATION TWENTY20 CUP: Western Suburbs 8 Sydney 6 Sutherland 6 Northern District 6 North Sydney 6 Fairfield-Liverpool 4 Bankstown 4 Eastern Suburbs 4 Penrith 4 Hawkesbury 4 Campbelltown-Camden 4 St George 4 UNSW 4 Sydney University 2 Manly- Warringah 2 Mosman 0 Parramatta 0 Blacktown 0 Gordon 0 Randwick Petersham 0.

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: Penrith 1,533 Sydney University 1,520 Gordon 1,479 St George 1,462 Bankstown 1,353 Campbelltown-Camden 1,322 Sutherland 1,301 Manly-Warringah 1,230 Fairfield-Liverpool 1,170 Northern District 1,082 Sydney 1,070 Eastern Suburbs 1,068 Parramatta 1,036 Western Suburbs 1,034 Randwick Petersham 1,033 Blacktown 959 Hawkesbury 914 North Sydney 860 Mosman 733 UNSW 433.

18 2008-09 CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP The Sydney Smith Cup - Points Summary RPC RPC Leader From Round Opposition 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th PG GS Total Leader Points Pos. Points Lead 1/LO1 Gordon 0 30 0 0 0 30 30 17 Penrith 140 110 2 Parramatta 000012 12 42 18 Penrith 230 188 3/LO2 Sydney 36 30 24 18 12 120 162 =11 Penrith 281 119 LO3 Fairfield 0 0 162 =13 Penrith 329 167 4 Mosman 36 30 24 0 12 102 264 9 Gordon 395 131 LO4 Manly 36 36 300 8 Penrith 413 113 PG1 Sydney Uni 0 0 300 9 Sydney Uni 439 139 5 Bankstown 0 30 24 18 12 84 384 7 St George 503 119 PG2 Fairfield 0 0 384 9 Penrith 529 145 6 St George 0 0 24 0 12 36 420 12 Penrith 607 187 PG3 Nth Sydney 28 28 448 10 Penrith 635 187 LO5 Sydney Uni 42 42 490 10 Penrith 635 145 7 Easts 0 0 0 18 12 30 520 11 St George 683 163 LO6 Campbelltown 0 0 520 12 Gordon 715 195 8/LO7 Penrith 00000 0 520 12 Sydney Uni 779 259 9/LO8 Hawkesbury 36 35 0 18 14 103 623 10 Sydney Uni 914 291 PG4 Manly 0 0 623 11 Sydney Uni 942 319 GS1 Manly 18 18 641 11 Sydney Uni 942 301 GS2 Wests 18 18 659 11 Sydney Uni 942 283 GS3 Campbelltown 18 18 677 10 Sydney Uni 942 265 GS4 Nth Sydney 0 0 677 11 Sydney Uni 942 265 GS5 Sydney Uni 18 18 695 11 Campbelltown 951 256 10 Sutherland 18 12 30 725 12 Sydney Uni 1082 357 PG5 Gordon 0 0 725 12 Sydney Uni 1082 357 GS6 Gordon 0 0 725 12 Sydney Uni 1082 357 GS7 Fairfield 0 0 725 14 Sydney Uni 1082 357 11 Wests 0 30 24 0 12 66 791 12 Sydney Uni 1154 363 12 Nth Sydney 36 0 40 0 12 88 879 11 Sydney Uni 1220 341 PG6 Wests 0 0 879 12 Sydney Uni 1248 369 13 Uni NSW 36 0 0 0 14 50 927 13 Sydney Uni 1321 394 PG7 Campbelltown 32 32 959 10 Sydney Uni 1353 394 14 Nth District 0 0 24 0 0 24 983 14 Penrith 1437 454 15 Blacktown 0 0 24 24 0 48 1033 15 Penrith 1533 500 TOTAL 258 185 208 114 136 60 72 1033 Competition Points 43 37 52 38 68 15 24 Final Position on Table 17th 15th 8th 12th 2nd 14th 8th 15th 2008-09 SCA Competition Winners First Grade = St George Club Champions = Penrith Second Grade = Sydney University 1st Grade Limited Overs = Mosman Third Grade = Gordon 1st Grade 20/20 = Northern District Fourth Grade = Fairfield Liverpool Poidevin Gray = Bankstown Fifth Grade = Campbellton Camden AW Green Shield = North Sydney

19 BATTING - TOP 20 RUN SCORERS : 2008-09 Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Brett Jackson 18 21 2 724 38.11 106 9/2 Usman Khawaja 12 12 1 641 58.27 102* 3/0 Michael Watson 19 21 0 492 23.43 112 5/0 Troy Brewster 14 15 1 483 34.50 153* 4/0 Tim Laws 9110477 43.36 231 4/0 Ashley Doolan 18 20 2 465 25.83 59* 0/2 Mark Carroll 15 15 2 463 35.62 159 8/1 Angus Stewart 14 17 0 444 26.12 112 11/0 Matthew Taylor 18 21 1 433 21.65 103 7/0 John McLoughlin 13 14 3 414 37.64 87* 7/0 Brenton Barker 14 17 4 412 31.69 105* 3/0 Matthew Hilder 16 17 5 408 34.00 72* 6/1 Sean Gardner 15 18 2 404 25.25 147* 6/1 Eddie Otto 19 21 7 402 28.71 81* 4/1 Jason Gray 13 14 3 378 34.36 71* 7/0 Thomas Holland 11 13 0 341 26.23 74 5/1 David Bourke 15 16 0 339 21.19 90 4/0 David Mitchell 15 17 1 338 21.13 79 5/0 James Byrne 17 16 5 328 29.82 97 2/1 William Passas 17 19 1 315 17.50 68* 5/3

BOWLING - TOP 20 WICKET TAKERS : 2008-09 Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Matthew Hilder 263.33 55 51 682 13.37 2.59 8/69 Nigil Singh 225.50 61 37 612 16.54 2.71 9/43 Melvin Singh 199.66 25 34 796 23.41 3.99 5/61 Rodney Stafford 244.83 40 34 877 25.79 3.58 6/76 Matthew Wallis 178.50 35 32 567 17.72 3.18 7/37 Alex Brown 161.67 43 28 451 16.11 2.79 6/21 Gabriel Budwee 245.00 62 25 635 25.40 2.59 3/15 Andrew Harrison 144.50 28 24 407 16.96 2.82 3/19 Josh James 193.16 35 24 570 23.75 2.95 4/23 James Byrne 195.00 32 24 720 30.00 3.69 5/58 Grant Rimmer 119.67 15 23 386 16.78 3.23 6/28 Michael Watson 122.00 23 23 472 20.52 3.87 5/28 Benn West 163.67 24 23 671 29.17 4.10 6/44 James Tyson 152.00 28 21 546 26.00 3.59 4/28 Peter Alevizos 193.17 36 20 714 35.70 3.70 4/32 Cameron Fowler 92.00 11 18 361 20.06 3.92 3/31 Glen Whichello 215.17 24 16 870 54.38 4.04 3/37 Nathan McCoy 146.00 28 15 422 28.13 2.89 3/16 Brandon McLean 146.00 18 15 508 33.87 3.48 3/82 Marcus Bain 166.34 31 15 537 35.80 3.23 5/11

WICKETKEEPING - TOP 5 : 2008-09 Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Roger Smith 19 6 25 38 Karl Schubert 17 5 22 36 Ashley Doolan 13 6 19 52 Lasanga Kannangara 13 2 15 40 James Marley 8614 23

20 BEST INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCES : 2008-09 BATTING : CENTURIES Grade First Name Surname Score Opponent Venue Round Date 1 Usman Khawaja 102* Mosman Petersham Oval 4 25-Oct-08 1 Usman Khawaja 100 University NSW Coogee Oval 13 21-Feb-09 1 Brett Jackson 106 Hawkesbury Owen Earle Oval 9 20-Dec-08 1 Matthew Taylor 103 Hawkesbury Owen Earle Oval 9 20-Dec-08 2 Sean Gardner 147* Mosman Allan Border Oval 4 25-Oct-08 2 Tim Laws 231 Bankstown Coogee Oval 5 1-Nov-08 2 Brenton Barker 105* Bankstown Coogee Oval 5 1-Nov-08 2 Michael Watson 112 North Sydney North Sydney 2 12 31-Jan-09 3 Troy Brewster 153* Mosman Coogee Oval 4 25-Oct-08 3 Angus Stewart 112 Mosman Coogee Oval 4 25-Oct-08 3 Adam Semple 124 Western Suburbs Petersham Oval 11 24-Jan-09 3 Lance Kahler 103* Northern District Asquith Oval 14 7-Mar-09 4 Angus Stewart 101 Gordon Kensington Oval 1 27-Sep-08 4 Matthew Wallis 108* Parramatta Kensington Oval 2 6-Oct-08 4 Chris Singh 107 Eastern Suburbs Petersham Oval 7 6-Dec-08 4 Will Halstead 101 Northern District Coogee Oval 14 7-Mar-09 5 Karl Schubert 122 Sydney ELS Hall Park 3 11-Oct-08 5 Mark Carroll 159 Northern District Somerville Park 14 28-Feb-09 PGs Angus Stewart 101* North Sydney North Sydney 2 3 23-Nov-08 AWG Brandon McLean 106 Manly Warringah Coogee Oval 1 21-Dec-08

BOWLING : 5 OR MORE WICKETS IN AN INNINGS Grade First Name Surname Bowling Opponent Venue Round Date 1 James Byrne 5/58 Sydney Bradman Oval 3 11-Oct-08 1 Rodney Stafford 5/49 Fairfield-Liverpool Rosedale Oval LO3 19-Oct-08 1 Rodney Stafford 5/83 Western Suburbs Coogee Oval 11 25-Jan-09 1 Rodney Stafford 6/76 North Sydney Petersham Oval 12 6-Feb-09 2 Benn West 5/32 Sydney Petersham Oval 3 11-Oct-08 2 Melvin Singh 5/61 Bankstown Coogee Oval 5 8-Nov-08 2 Michael Watson 5/28 Penrith Howell Oval 8 13-Dec-08 2 Nigil Singh 5/71 Northern District Petersham Oval 14 28-Feb-09 3 Nigil Singh 9/43 Bankstown Grahame Thomas 5 8-Nov-08 3 Nigil Singh 6/52 St George Coogee Oval 6 15-Nov-08 3 Grant Rimmer 5/77 Sutherland Sutherland Oval 10 10-Jan-09 3 Grant Rimmer 5/21 Blacktown Whalan 1 15 14-Mar-09 3 Benn West 6/44 Western Suburbs Petersham Oval 11 25-Jan-09 3 Alex Brown 6/21 North Sydney Coogee Oval 12 6-Feb-09 3 Matthew Wallis 7/37 University NSW Petersham Oval 13 21-Feb-09 3 Matthew Wallis 5/55 Northern District Asquith Oval 14 28-Feb-09 4 Robert Close 5/16 Parramatta Kensington Oval 2 6-Oct-08 4 Grant Rimmer 6/28 Sydney Kensington Oval 3 11-Oct-08 4 Matthew Coles 6/23 Blacktown Petersham Oval 15 14-Mar-09 5 Matthew Hilder 5/45 Parramatta Princes Road 2 6-Oct-08 5 Matthew Hilder 8/69 Eastern Suburbs Snape Park 7 6-Dec-08 5 Matthew Hilder 5/62 Sutherland Tonkin Park 10 10-Jan-09 5 Matthew Hilder 5/31 North Sydney Kensington Oval 12 6-Feb-09 5 Matthew Hilder 5/29 University NSW Kensington Oval 13 21-Feb-09 5 Marcus Bain 5/11 Blacktown Whalan 2 15 14-Mar-09 PGs Nick Charlwood 5/28 Campbelltown Petersham Oval 7 22-Feb-09 AWG Vic Tharmarajah 5/29 Manly Warringah Coogee Oval 1 21-Dec-08

BOWLING : 10 OR MORE WICKETS IN A MATCH Grade First Name Surname Bowling Opponent Venue Round Date 3 Alex Brown 10/42 North Sydney Coogee Oval 12 6-Feb-09

WICKETKEEPING : 5 OR MORE DISMISSALS (INNINGS) Grade First Name Surname Outs Opponent Venue Round Date 2 Roger Smith 5C Western Suburbs Pratten Park 11 24-Jan-09 4 Karl Schubert 5C Western Suburbs Punchbowl Oval 11 24-Jan-09

21 2008-09 TEAMS SUMMARY 1st2nd 3rd 4th 5th PG's AWG CC Final Points 43 37 52 38 68 15 24 Final Position on Table 17th 15th 8th 12th 2nd 14th 8th C/Championship Pts 258 185 208 114 136 60 72 1033 Final Position 17th 15th 8th 12th 2nd 14th 8th 15th Wins 7 6 9 6211 4 45 Losses 11 8 4 653 3 40 Draws / Tie 1/0 1/0 2/0 3/0 4/0 0 0 D11/T0 Tosses Won/Lost W9/L9 W6/L9 W7/L7 W5/L9 W6/L11 W4/L3 W4/L3 W60/L41 Runs Scored 4456 3327 2893 2809 3109 1140 1136 18870 Wickets Lost 185 138 119 114 119 50 52 777 Batting Average 24.09 24.11 24.31 24.64 26.13 22.80 21.85 24.29 Runs Conceded 4365 3620 2976 2915 2776 1115 1016 18783 Wickets Taken 128 119 141 134 143 33 51 749 34.10 30.42 21.11 21.75 19.41 33.79 19.92 25.08 Byes 52 56 48 53 61 6 37 313 Leg Byes 68 108 67 50 43 27 20 383 Wides 90 71 100 90 103 67 59 580 No Balls 32 28 67 68 45 20 12 272

HOME and AWAY MATCH SUMMARY Grade Game Coogee Petersham Kenso/M'ville HOME TOTAL AWAY TOTAL TOTAL

s W D/T L W D/T LW D/T L WD/T L W D/T LW D/T L 1 19 203202- - -453160 7 1/0 11 2 15 103211- - -343041 6 1/0 8 3 15 3001111 00514131 9 2/0 4 4 15 1014001 01620340 6 3/0 6 5 18 021- - -5 11526113 11 4/0 3 T82 7289247 12235 141661839 11/0 32

Total Home Games =42 Wins = 23 Draws/Tie = 5 Losses = 14 SUMMARY Total Away Games =40 Wins = 16 Draws/Tie = 6 Losses = 18

THANKS AND APPRECIATION We couldn't do it without help and support from a lot of other people. Thank you. 1 The Mayors of Marrickville, Randwick and Botany and their staff for their assistance and co-operation, particularly in relation to our grounds. 2 Tony Herman and his company Green Options, and groundsmenDane and Steve at Coogee, Snape and Kensington, Mick at Petersham. 3 Bernie Dagg, Alan Austin, Chris Burke and Ross Davies, Alan Wright, John Pearson, Len Cartwright, and Cartwright Insurance, John Benaud, Ken Devlin, John Watson and Watson Buchan, Mark Sundin, the Phil Tresidder family Christine and Chris Hall, Penny and the Duncan Scott-Glassock family, Peter Rolls, Greg Hartshorne, Wayne Mulherin, John Connell, Lyall Gardner and Mike Whitney for the donation of Annual Awards 4 Chris Sullivan, Ross Davies, Lyall Gardner, Matt Hilder and Tony Martin who organised a great Phil Tresidder Memorial Golf Day at Randwick Golf Club. 5 CPI Paper Director, Denis Goodrem and Steve Greentree for the paper used in this Annual Report. 6 Cricket NSW Staff and the SCA Committee. 7 NSW Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association. 8 Steven Smith for his many photographic favours. 9 Patron Noel Hughes. 10 Life Member Graeme Hughes for being the most professional MC in Australia. 11 Lyall Gardner OAM for his work with the annual report, general administrative assistance. 12 Bobby Barter for his efforts with the Randwick Petersham Museum. 13 Ray Stafford who continues to make a fantastic contribution to the club statistics and annual report.

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Our Volunteers

We are in a unique and enviable position. No other club has the depth and strength of our volunteer support! These are people who give their time and energy to be part of this great club. People who care about our club and the people in it. They are our heart and soul. Thank you!

1 Bill Anderson Committee, Cricket Operations, 1st Grade Manager 2 Ron Crippin Assistant Coach, Manager 1st Grade 3 Bernard Bayley Manager 2nd Grade 4 Anyes McLean Manager 3rd Grade 5 John Connell Manager 4th Grade, Gear Steward 6 Peter Carroll Manager 5th Grade 7 Michael Arratoon 1st Grade Scorer 8 Stan Beale 2nd Grade Scorer 9 Angela Redman 2nd / 3rd Grade canteen 10 Richard McCord 4th Grade, Poidevin Gray Scorer, Practice Captain 11 Glen Lynch 5th Grade scorer 12 Mark Coles 5th Grade scorer 13 David Holland Committee, Assistant Financial Controller 14 Helen Fowler 5th Grade Canteen 15 Nellie Budwee 5th Grade Canteen 16 Julie Kennedy Canteen Support 17 Peter Devlin Club Coach, Committee 18 Grant Rimmer AW Green Shield Coach 19 Robin Gardner Coogee and Petersham Oval canteens 20 Sue Hill Petersham and Coogee Oval canteens 21 Ray Stafford Statistics, Annual Report 22 Matthew Taylor Clothing and Special Events 23 Brett Hunter Club Captain 24 Andrew Harrison Social committee and MVP nights 25 Lee Farlow Social committee 26 Alex Sciascia Social committee 27 David Skuthorpe Assistant Coach 28 Rob Huxley Assistant Coach 29 Chris Singh Website maintenance and electronic communications 30 Noel Hughes Patron 31 Peter English Match Day Manager and Petersham Oval BBQ 32 Cec Orrock Match Day Manager at Coogee Oval – No. 1 Supporter 33 Dick Waller Grounds Assistant 34 John Sullivan Coogee and Petersham Oval BBQ 35 Graeme Hughes Businessman’s lunch MC 36 Lyall Gardner OAM Annual Report, Legends Chairman, General Administration 37 Peter Harrison Handyman 38 Dean White Grounds Handyman 39 Neale Anderson Special events 40 Ross Davies Golf Day 41 Dave Kelly Memorabilia 42 Wayne Tilley Honorary Auditor 43 Auctioneer and Photographer 44 Greg Hartshorne Chief Executive Officer 45 David Townsend Committee, Junior Development 46 Bernie Dagg Committee, Financial Controller, Insurance 47 Chris Sullivan Committee, Social Chairman, Golf Day Organiser, SCA Delegate 48 Wayne Mulherin Committee, Chairman Grounds, Administration 49 Alan Wright Committee, Chairman of Selectors 50 Peter Wright Committee, SCA and NSWCA Delegate, Legal Advice 51 Mike Whitney Club President 52 Team Captains Nathan Hauritz, Usman Khawaja, Rod Stafford, Michael Watson Alex Sciascia, David Townsend, Andrew Harrison, Matthew Hilder, Denis Hinds, Sam Rochaix, Will Passas (PG’s), Barton Lynch (GS)

23 New Partnership Records this season

New Club Records (All Grades) • Tim Laws (231) and Brenton Barker (105 not out) put on 309 in 207 minutes for the 5th wicket in the successful 2nd Grade match against Bankstown at Coogee Oval coming together with the team score a tottering 4 for 24. Their performance enabled 2nd Grade to post a new record team score of 7-389 declared. The previous all-grades 5th wicket partnership record was also a 2nd Grade record of 197 between Jeff Hemming and Matthew Parker against Sutherland in 2002-03. • Angus Stewart (112) and Troy Brewster (153 not out) scored a mammoth 235 for the 1st wicket in the 3rd Grade game against Mosman at Coogee Oval. Their efforts were in response to a target of 7-286 declared with their final score of 2 for 292 enabling their side to take the points. Their opening partnership was a new club and 3rd Grade partnership record surpassing the previous 1st wicket club record of 189 set by Matt Hilder and Troy Brewster against Easts in 2002-03 and the 3rd Grade record of 162 between Brenton Barker and Matt Taylor against Parramatta in 2004-05.

New Club Individual Grade Records • Eddie Otto (73 not out) and Burt Cockley (23) scored 73 for the 10th wicket in the 1st Grade match against Eastern Suburbs at Waverley Oval taking the score from 9-231 to all out 304 chasing a target of 323. The previous record was 62 between Nathan Hauritz and Burt Cockley in the 1st Grade semi-final against Gordon at in 2007-08. • Jordan Magro (63) and Grant Rimmer (33 not out) put on 92 for the 10th wicket in the 3rd Grade match against Sutherland at Sutherland Oval taking the score from 9 for 121 to all out 213 chasing a target of 304. The previous record was 41 between Sean Sampson and Nigil Singh against St George in 2003-04. • David Bourke (90) and Rob Cummings (84) scored 154 in 68 minutes with 22 fours and 3 sixes for the 2nd wicket in the second innings in 5th Grade against Sutherland at Tonkin Park to win outright after being behind on the first innings. The previous record was 136 between Steve Clarke and Grant Frakes against Manly in 2002-03. • Jason Gray (71 not out) and Nick Charlwood (59) put on 108 for the 9th wicket against Western Suburbs at Punchbowl Oval to create a new 4th Grade record. Their effort took the score from 8 for 172 to 9 for 280 before the side was all out for 282 chasing 324. The previous record was 74 between Marc Anderson and Matt Wallis against Sutherland in 2005-06. • Matt Wallis (44) and Jordan Magro (50) hit 92 for the 8th wicket in 3rd Grade against Eastern Suburbs at Trumper Park to break their own record of 76 for the same wicket which they had set in 2006-07 against North Sydney. Unfortunately it wasn’t enough to win. • Karl Schubert (122) and Matthew Hilder (68) set a new 5th wicket partnership record of 152 runs in 5th Grade against Sydney at ELS Hall Park when they took the score from 4 for 49 to 5 for 201. Their effort enabled their team to win by just 28 runs and broke the previous record of 129 set by Alex Tomkins and Darren McCoy against Sutherland in 2007-08.

Close Calls • Brett Jackson (106) and Matthew Taylor (103) came within 12 runs of setting a new club and 1st Grade record for the 2nd wicket when they put on 202 against Hawkesbury at Owen Earle Oval. The record of 214 was set by Usman Khawaja and Matthew Mott against North Sydney in 2004-05. This was the third time this season that a partnership of more than 200 had been achieved taking the club’s total of 200+ partnerships to six in its eight seasons. • James Byrne (97) and Rodney Stafford (49) came within 1 run of the club and 1st Grade record when they put on 109 for the 8th wicket against Wests at Coogee Oval. Coming together when the score was 7-117, their partnership enabled the team to post a respectable total of 278 although it still wasn’t enough to win. The 8th wicket record of 110 was set by James Byrne and Matthew Mott against Campbelltown in 2004-05.

24 Record Busters!

Records are meant to be broken and this season we witnessed a number of instances where the “high water mark” was absolutely smashed!! And it may well be that the new Randwick Petersham records for Highest Score, Highest Partnership and Most Wickets in an Innings may stand the test of time.

Highest Score for the Club: Hard hitting batsman Tim Laws is the club’s new record holder for Highest Score. In an amazing display of power batting in round 5 at Coogee Oval, Tim scored 231 against a Bankstown attack which had our 2nd Grade boys on the ropes at 4 for 24. Tim’s 231 was the highest 2nd Grade score for Randwick Petersham or any of its predecessors in that grade since J Noonan scored 244 for Randwick in 1906-07…102 years ago! The highest score in 2’s for the old Marrickville club was 173 in 1945-46; for Petersham it was 205 in 1926-27; and for Petersham Marrickville it was 182 in 1977-78 by Brian Riley. Tim’s 231 is also the highest score for Randwick Petersham in any grade eclipsing the 218 not out by Andy Hollingsworth in 4th Grade in 2002-03.

Highest Partnership Score for the Club: When the fourth wicket fell, Brenton Barker joined Tim and the pair put together 309, the highest partnership ever recorded by the club for any wicket in any grade let alone the 5th wicket in 2nd Grade!! Brenton finished with 105 not out while Tim’s 231 required just 209 balls with 38 fours and 4 sixes. The final score of 7-389 declared was also a new record score for 2nd Grade.

Most Wickets in an Innings: In the same round against Bankstown in 3rd Grade at Grahame Thomas Oval, swing bowler Nigil Singh wrote his name into the club record books with an outstanding bowling performance of 9 wickets for 43 from 22.3 overs with 8 maidens. It was simply brilliant stuff as Nigil displayed his craft to knock over Bankstown for just 111 in response to a mediocre 183 and secure a huge win for his team. Taking the first 6 wickets before wrapping up the final 3, it was an amazing display of control, swing and seam which no batsman could counter. Old timers would have been proud to witness such a “lost art” being executed to perfection.

Apart from the amazing bowling figures, the dedication and perseverance of the man himself should not be overlooked. It seems an eternity since Nigil was struck down by such a debilitating disease that his playing future was in doubt. It was a real body blow to the popular paceman who had displayed enough talent to make the club’s 1st Grade team and take 22 wickets in 2004-05. But within 18 months all he could manage was to bowl just 23 overs in 5th Grade as his total playing contribution in the 2006-07 season. The following season as a signal of his rehabilitation and rejuvenation he took on the captaincy of 3rd Grade with such distinction that the side missed out by a whisker to win a finals berth. Nigil Singh was back, and back with such avengeance that a 9 for 43 record haul is simply no surprise to his army of supporters.

Most Runs for the Club: The 641 runs scored by Usman Khawaja this season took his total runs (all grades) for the club to 4,399 surpassing Richard CheeQuee’s 4,028 record which has stood since 2005-06. Richard’s total however, remains the 1st Grade record. Ussie has also scored 11 centuries, including 2 this season, which is an all-grades record for the club as well. Ten of his centuries have been scored in 1st Grade which is also the highest number by any player in that grade.

Highest Score in 5th Grade: 20 years old Mark Carroll became the new club record holder for the highest score in that grade when he hit 159 against Northern District at Somerville Park. He scored his first 50 off 28 balls, his 100 off 61 while he reached 150 from just 131 balls. He hit 12 boundaries and 6 sixes in his innings off 152 balls. It was his first century in grade cricket and surpassed the previous best of 155 by Tony Martin in 2002-03.

25 The Pride of the Baggy Green

To recognise the achievement of players selected in the Randwick Petersham First XI, the club introduced a capping system in 2001-02, its first season.

A player who plays in the First Grade team is presented with a Randwick Petersham “Baggy Green” bearing the club’s logo and becomes listed as a club “capped” player. The player is also allocated a sequential number that is displayed on his playing shirt. Numbers are allocated in order of selection although when two or more players are selected at the same time, the allocation is in surname alphabetical order.

Players retain the number they are allocated for all time. The last number allocated will also reflect the total number of players to play in the club’s First Grade team. A total of 64 players have now played in the First XI since the club’s creation eight years ago.

This season, three players made their debut as first graders with Randwick Petersham. Each was presented with his cap by an official or representative of the club, before the start of play in their first match in the top grade. The capped players for the 2008-09 season were:

No. 62 Will Passas Right handed batsman Will Passas is a product of our 2003-04 A W Green Shield team and the first club player to score a century in that competition. He advanced through all grades before making his 1st Grade debut against Sydney in the historic round 3 limited overs match at Bradman Oval, Bowral where he was run out for 12.

No. 63 Steve Bidwell-Brown One of the most improved right hand fast bowlers in the club and a star of our 2005-06 4th Grade premiership win, Steve made his 1st Grade debut in round 4 against Mosman at Petersham Oval. He celebrated with a wicket from his first ball before finishing with the excellent figures of 4 for 31 from 17.1 overs.

No. 64 Brenton Barker In his seventh season with the club and a career total of more than 1,500 runs, this stylish right hand batsman made his 1st Grade debut against Northern District in round 14 after some excellent performances in the lower grades. He batted number 7 in both innings making 5 and 2.

2008-09 1st Grade Capped Players - Will Passas #62 and Steve Bidwell-Brown #63

26 1st Grade Report by Rod Stafford, Captain Position in Competition: 17th

2008-09 was a tough season for the Randy Pete’s 1st Grade outfit, where we eventually finished 17th in a field of 20 with 7 wins, 11 losses and a draw. However, this was more indicative of our lack of consistency than a lack of playing cattle or potential. For most of the season we hovered in the middle of the field and had we won one more match and taken a bonus point we would have finished 11th. Our one-day form far exceeded our two-day form as we won 5 out of 10 one-dayers but only took the points in 2 of 9 two-day matches. This saw us finish a respectable 10th in the one-day competition.

On a positive note, we continued our impressive supply of cricketing talent to both the state and national teams. Simon Katich has now made the Australian Test opening role his own with some fantastic performances off the back of his outstanding record-breaking Shield season in 2007-08. Nathan Hauritz has made the most of his opportunities in both Test and ODI cricket and is now an integral member of the squad. Usman Khawaja has continued his rise and must now be considered a certainty in the NSW side after successive centuries late in the season and 554 runs @ 43. Burt Cockley also steamed onto the state scene with his raw pace and finished the season with 27 wickets @ 22 and an IPL contract. Novocastrian Brett Jackson was also rewarded for a dominant season with the bat with a NSW Colts game. Unfortunately, Brett had to withdraw through injury but there will be many more opportunities for this talent.

The amazing performances of the above resulted in their regular unavailability for Randwick Petersham. “Kat” didn’t play a game, “Horrie” played just 3 games, Burt 6 and Uzzie 12. Compare this to the previous year where “Kat” played 10 games while the others played the full season and it is clear that we had a huge gap to fill. The other major difference was that the side had three captains with “Horrie” and Uzz apart from myself, captaining the side when available.

Of course this created many opportunities for others in the club and that in itself brought out many positives for the future of the team. From a leadership point of view, Jimmy Byrne, Adam Semple, Ashley Doolan and Eddie Otto all showed great strength and maturity beyond their years. The experience of Dave Mitchell, Matt Taylor and Glen Whichello was invaluable at times and each of these players is now a leader in the club at training and on the field.

As mentioned before, inconsistency with both bat and ball is where we lost games we should have won, and ultimately why we didn’t feature in the semi finals. We lost wickets in bunches too many times and with experience the guys will realise the importance of consolidating after a wicket and building another partnership. Once a partnership formed, the cricket on display was of the highest calibre; we just need to build those partnerships more often and guts it out when the opposition is on top.

Similarly with the ball, we released the pressure valve too often when we were bowling well. Maidens and pressure bring wickets and too often a good over would end with a boundary, or an easy single. We were often guilty of trying too hard for the big wicket when building pressure over after over would produce the same result. Again, with experience, our bowling group will improve and develop the maturity required to sustain long periods of pressure.

Apart from the areas outlined above for improvement, there were many individuals who rose to the challenge.

Brett Jackson was our highest run scorer finishing with 724 runs at 38. “Jacko” plays with amazing touch and is a unique player with enormous potential, highlighted by his NSW Colts selection late in the season. His wrists allow him to play shots that others simply dream of, culminating in highlights such as his debut 1st Grade ton vs. Hawkesbury (106), 99 vs. Norths and his 85 vs. Sydney Uni. Well done on a quality season, “Jacko”.

Ashley Doolan had a solid season built on his hard work ethic at training. “Dools” is an example to all and the hardest trainer in the club. With the bat he made 465 runs at 26 and consistently got a start. His 53 not out to get us home in a close one vs. Manly was a turning point. “Dools” now just needs to “cash in” when he gets to 30 and he will score big runs for the club. Behind the stumps he effected 19 dismissals, 13 catches and 6 stumpings – the heart and soul of the team.

Eddie Otto had a dream start to the season where one wondered when his average would fall below 100 as he continued to notch the red inks. Ed finished the season with 396 runs @ 30 and was consistently our best in the field along with Brett Jackson. Highlights for Ed included his 81 not out vs. Bankstown and his 73 not out vs. Easts that almost secured an impossible victory.

Jimmy Byrne had a solid season with the ball taking 24 wickets at 30, but it was with the bat that he emerged as a genuine all-rounder. Jimmy fell heartbreakingly short of his 1st Grade debut 50 scoring 48 vs. Sutherland then achieved the milestone next match vs. Wests when he fell agonizingly short of his debut 100 with 97. With further opportunities sure to come next season I look forward to watching Jimmy dominate with both bat and ball.

27 Usman Khawaja was unbelievable for us again when available. He scored 5 half-centuries and 2 centuries to finish the season with 641 runs at 58. Uzzie excelled for NSW late in the season and I’m sure he will have another great season for the Blues in 2009-10. Good luck, Uzzie!

Burt Cockley only played 6 games for us but took 9 wickets at 22. Burt has really grown in confidence and his preparation to bowl at high speeds is first class. I love seeing opposing batsman scared and it happens frequently when Burt is at the top of his run. Good luck next season for NSW!

On a personal note, I couldn’t have asked for much more after spending the last few years in and out of the side. To skipper the side is a tremendous honour and always will be. With the ball I finished with 31 wickets at 26 and was able to contribute handy runs to the lower order.

From a batting point of view, opportunities were given to Matt Taylor, Dave Mitchell, Michael Watson, John McLoughlin and Will Passas. All showed that they are good enough to succeed at this level. With continued hard work at training and belief in their own ability I am sure that success will follow.

Similarly, from a bowling point of view Glen Whichello, Peter Alevizos and Steve Bidwell-Brown all showed that they are up to this level. Practice and belief are the two main ingredients that will lead to greater consistency with the ball and hence more wickets. There were also solid contributions with the ball from part-timers Watson, Otto and Jackson with all having a role to play in the future.

Unfortunately for Adam Semple and Tim Laws, their promising seasons were interrupted by injury. I’m sure both men, with their passion and drive to do well, will be back bigger and better than ever next season.

1st Grade 2008-09 Back Row: Bill Anderson (Coach/Manager) Brett Jackson, Peter Alevizos, Glen Whichello, James Byrne, Burt Cockley, David Mitchell, Rob Huxley (A/Coach), Michael Arratoon (Scorer). Front Row: Eddie Otto, Ashley Doolan, Usman Khawaja, Rodney Stafford, Matthew Taylor, Michael Watson.

From a team management point of view we have been extremely lucky to be so well looked after. The coaching staff, Bill Anderson, Peter Devlin, super-sub Rob Huxley, David Skuthorpe and Ron Crippin, who were outstanding and always there when support was needed. Michael Arratoon took on the scoring role with aplomb and his efforts driving from Newcastle every week are second to none. To the canteen ladies, Sue Hill and Robin Gardner, thank you once again for your amazing efforts. To our No.1 supporter Cec Orrock and to the evergreen Richard McCord we give thanks for your commitment to the club at all times. To the committee, thank you for your ongoing efforts in the administration and general running of this great club. Last but not least, a huge thank you goes out to all the other parents-friends-partners-volunteers who have provided support and strength to the members of the 1st Grade squad this season.

On a sad note the Randy Petes lost one of its greats this year to a melanoma in Bernie Bayley. Bernie, father of former Randy Pete fast bowler Peter Bayley, was an outstanding club man managing the 2nd Grade side for the last 5 years. His enthusiasm for the game of cricket and all things statistical was second to none and he

28 continually got a laugh out of the boys. Our thoughts go out to the Bayley family during this time and it was great to see them down at Petersham Oval during the North Sydney match.

Overall, this season has been a tough one, but one in which we will take many positives from in our quest to play finals cricket again next season. The belief in each other is there within the side and with continued hard work and commitment to the cause, we will succeed.

1ST GRADE - BATTING Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Brett Jackson 18 21 2 724 38.11 106 9/2 Usman Khawaja 12 12 1 641 58.27 102* 3/0 Ashley Doolan 18 20 2 465 25.83 59* 0/2 Eddie Otto 18 20 7 396 30.46 81* 4/1 Matthew Taylor 17 20 0 379 18.95 103 7/0 James Byrne 17 16 5 328 29.82 97 2/1 Rodney Stafford 16 17 2 280 18.67 51 9/0 Tim Laws 7 9 0 214 23.78 66 3/0 David Mitchell 13 15 1 192 13.71 39 5/0 Nathan Hauritz 3 3 1 138 69.00 94* 3/0 Glen Whichello 18 17 0 105 6.18 22 2/1 William Passas 8 8 0 94 11.75 26 2/0 Michael Watson 10 10 0 81 8.10 25 2/0 Adam Semple 3 3 0 71 23.67 30 1/0 Burt Cockley 6 5 2 29 9.67 23 2/0 Peter Alevizos 6 5 3 23 11.50 9 0/0 John McLoughlin 5 4 0 66 16.50 51 1/0 Steve Bidwell-Brown 4 4 1 14 4.67 10 0/1 Also Batted : Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches. Brenton Barker 1/2/0/7/0, Udit Patel 1/0/0/0/0, Robert Huxley 0/0/0/0/2. TOTAL BATTING 201 211 27 4247 23.08 106 57/8

1ST GRADE - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Rodney Stafford 225.50 36 31 815 26.29 3.61 6/76 James Byrne 195.00 32 24 720 30.00 3.69 5/58 Glen Whichello 215.17 24 16 870 54.38 4.04 3/37 Peter Alevizos 67.17 7 10 318 31.80 4.73 3/43 Burt Cockley 71.00 15 9 200 22.22 2.82 4/22 Michael Watson 41.00 2 8 236 29.50 5.76 4/44 Steve Bidwell-Brown 54.33 12 5 159 31.80 2.93 4/31 Brett Jackson 65.83 4 5 318 63.60 4.83 2/39 Adam Semple 21.00 5 4 57 14.25 2.71 3/24 Eddie Otto 62.00 1 4 297 74.25 4.79 2/13 Nathan Hauritz 20.00 3 2 59 29.50 2.95 1/27 Usman Khawaja 43.83 5 1 190 190.00 4.33 1/39 Also Bowled : Overs/Wickets/Runs. Udit Patel 10/1/25, Ashley Doolan 2/0/17. TOTAL BOWLING 1093.67 147 120 4281 35.68 3.91 6/76

1ST GRADE - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Ashley Doolan 13 6 19 52

29 2nd Grade Report by Michael Watson, Captain Position in Competition: 15th

Unfortunately this year did not see the usual success and consistency that Randwick Petersham 2nd Grade sides have become accustomed to. All in all a disappointing year, finally finishing 15th after a solid start, with 4 wins and a draw from the first 5 games.

As with the whole club, injuries and international / state selection (congratulations by the way Simon, Nathan, Burt and Usman) appeared to have a very disruptive effect on the team. We had 4 captains throughout the season and a total of 27 different players. On the flip side, this gave opportunities to many young, up and coming players to taste 2nd Grade cricket.

After winning the club championship last year, it was always going to be a challenging season with all opposition teams wanting to pull us down from the top. But the success of our lower grades and young players shows that our great club is not far off taking back the mantle of the best club in Sydney. 2nd Grade saw the development of three players in particular, Sean Gardner, Will Passas and Pete Alevizos. These three guys are just starting to hit their straps and are players to keep an eye on in 1st Grade over the next few seasons.

Of the high achievers this season, Sean Gardner was one of the most outstanding and most consistent batsmen in 2nd Grade this season. Sean played a number of important innings, batting with style and patience. One innings stands out. His 147 not out against Mosman in round 4 was one of the best I have witnessed by a young player. Sean’s patience and batting intelligence that day was a lesson to all who were lucky enough to see it. Sean is a great fellow to have in a team with his energetic point and cover fielding and overall general demeanour.

Brenton Barker had his most successful season in grade cricket. His consistency was rewarded with a well deserved 1st Grade cap. Brenton scored 350 runs at 35 in 2’s with a top score of 105 not out as his contribution in a record breaking partnership of 309 with Tim Laws at Coogee. I have no doubt that when he returns from cycling the globe, Brenton will have many years of higher grade cricket ahead of him.

Tim Laws only batted twice in 2nd Grade this year scoring 32 and a record breaking 231, the highest score ever recorded for the club in any grade. The following extract from stand-in captain Lance Kahler’s report for the 2nd Grade match against Bankstown at Coogee sums up Tim’s fantastic innings perfectly: “Things weren’t looking so good at 4 for 24 just after the first drinks break, but enter Brenton Barker and Tim Laws. After a few plays and misses against the swinging ball early, Laws soon settled into his rhythm and had progressed to 42 not out at lunch and was looking the goods. What followed was beyond our wildest expectations. For the next two hours Laws absolutely destroyed the Bankstown attack hitting boundaries at will to all parts of the field. It didn’t seem to matter where the field was placed, he found the gap, or simply hit the ball out of the ground. At tea Laws was 194 not out having made over 150 in the session. Eventually, he was dismissed for a magnificent 231, about half an hour after tea”.

John McLoughlin only played 8 games for us this season, but what a fine player he is. Scoring 348 runs at 49.70 with a highest score of 87 not out, Johnny Mac was always a pleasure to watch with one of the best batting techniques in the club. He also brings a level head and intelligent cricket brain to the side, which is an advantage for any captain.

Will Passas is another one our under 21 players with enormous potential. Known around the traps as ‘the pro’, Will”s professional approach to cricket rubs off on those around him and in the next few seasons he is almost certain to be a regular and successful 1st Grade player. Will took over the captaincy for the last few games, quite an honour to be respected as a leader at the age of 20.

Roger Smith our wicketkeeper had a very solid season with the gloves. A total of 20 dismissals, including 15 catches and 5 stumpings with 5 dismissals in one game. Roger’s energetic personality helped keep the side up in the field while at times entertaining both fielders and batsmen.

Mel Singh was the most outstanding player in 2nd Grade this season. He was our top wicket taker, nabbing 26 wickets at 25.23 with best figures of 5 for 61. Not only was his attacking bowling a feature of his game, but his ability to bowl with consistent line and length made him a captain’s dream. Mel showed why he has played a lot of 1st Grade cricket and is sure keeping his spinning mates in the top grade on their heels. I would also like to mention Mel’s all rounder ability this year as he played many important innings, especially a 50 not out at North Sydney to help us reach a competitive total.

Peter Alevizos is possibly the unluckiest 2nd Grade bowler I have ever seen. Pete played the first 10 games of the season taking only 10 wickets but would consistently beat the bat, bowling with great line and length while consistently hitting the seam. Eventually a brilliant spell against Western Suburbs taking 4 for 32 saw him elevated to 1st Grade and from there he didn’t take a step back. I also must add that Pete averaged 30.67 with the bat this year, as he continues to improve his all round game.

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Benn West was one of our most consistent and tight bowlers this season. Westy bowled a brilliant spell of seam up against Sydney at Petersham in round 3 as he collected 5 for 32 and set the boys up for a great win. Westy’s ability to bowl all day at 110% combined with his aggressive attitude brings a lot to any side he plays in. His all round capabilities will see him play plenty of higher grade cricket in his career.

Nigil Singh came up from 3rd Grade half way through the season. After dominating 3rd Grade batsmen he certainly continued that form in Seconds. Bowling tight lines and moving the ball in, with his dangerous leg cutter to mix it up, Nigil took 15 wickets at 23.47 with best figures of 5 for 71. Nigil was outstanding again this season, and we look forward to another big year from the big man next year.

James Tyson was our second highest wicket taker this season. His ability to swing the new ball both ways brought him numerous first spell wickets. Tyso took 21 wickets at 26 with the best figures of 4 for 28. After winning a 5th Grade title last season and now a dominant 2nd Grade bowler, with a little more consistency Tyso will play the top level for the Randy Petes for some years to come.

A number of other players featured in 2nd Grade this year, all performing well and no doubt have a lot of higher grade cricket ahead of them. These include Angus Stewart, Cameron Gray, Trent Griffiths, Andrew Redman, Jordan Magro, Andrew Walters, David Bourke, Troy Brewster, Brett Hunter, Lance Kahler, Steve Bidwell-Brown and Grant Rimmer.

I want to thank all of our volunteers and supporters, led by Stan Beale our scorer. Of course the canteen ladies at both Coogee and Petersham always make playing at home a pleasure. Thanks Ladies.

One particular volunteer who has been a passionate 2nd Grade supporter for many years was Bernie Bayley who unfortunately passed away during the season. Bernie had been involved in managing 2nd Grade for the last few years. His passion to see the younger, up and coming players mixing it with the experienced players, rubbed off on the team as his energy, enthusiasm and optimistic thoughts on the game were portrayed in either words (and many of them) or in movement. It was a regular feature to watch Bernie run from the scorebook to any supporters and advise them details of the equation we faced to win the game. I will certainly miss having Bernie around as our manager and I know that I speak on behalf of any player who has played 2nd Grade in the past 5 years, in saying that he will be sorely missed.

In conclusion, a huge thank you to our coaching staff, management committee and selectors for making this season, although not so successful, very enjoyable.

Let’s get it right next year, and bring back the 2nd Grade title the club deserves!

2nd Grade 2008-09 Back Row: Grant Rimmer, Nigil Singh, James Tyson, Sean Gardner, Trent Griffiths, Melvin Singh, Cameron Gray. Front Row: Angus Stewart, Will Passas, Brenton Barker, Roger Smith. Absent: Manager – Bernard Bayley (Deceased). Scorer – Stan Beale

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2ND GRADE - BATTING Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Michael Watson 9 11 0 411 37.36 112 3/0 Sean Gardner 15 18 2 404 25.25 147* 6/1 Brenton Barker 12 14 4 350 35.00 105* 3/0 John McLoughlin 8 10 3 348 49.71 87* 6/0 Tim Laws 2 2 0 263 131.50 231 1/0 William Passas 9 11 1 221 22.10 68* 3/3 David Mitchell 2 2 0 146 73.00 79 0/0 Melvin Singh 12 10 1 145 16.11 50* 2/0 Angus Stewart 7 8 0 119 14.88 53 8/0 Cameron Gray 3 4 0 102 25.50 30 0/0 Peter Alevizos 10 7 4 92 30.67 30* 3/0 Roger Smith 10 11 1 89 8.90 22 0/0 Benn West 9 6 1 84 16.80 45 2/0 Trent Griffiths 7 6 0 82 13.67 54 0/0 Andrew Redman 6 6 1 73 14.60 28 0/0 Lance Kahler 8 9 1 43 5.38 17 1/0 Nigil Singh 7 7 4 23 7.67 9* 1/0 Steve Bidwell-Brown 5 2 0 13 6.50 10 0/1 James Tyson 13 8 4 8 2.00 5 1/0 Also Batted : Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches/Run Outs. Jordan Magro 2/2/0/32/0/0, Andrew Walters 2/3/0/23/0/0, David Bourke 1/2/0/9/1/0, Troy Brewster 3/3/0/9/2/0, Grant Rimmer 1/1/0/0/0/0, Brett Hunter 1/1/0/0/1/0, Rodney Stafford 2/0/0/0/0/1. TOTAL BATTING 167 165 27 3095 22.43 231 44/6

2ND GRADE - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Melvin Singh 166.83 24 26 656 25.23 3.93 5/61 James Tyson 152.00 28 21 546 26.00 3.59 4/28 Michael Watson 81.00 21 15 236 15.73 2.91 5/28 Nigil Singh 116.00 29 15 352 23.47 3.03 5/71 Benn West 120.67 16 12 517 43.08 4.28 5/32 Peter Alevizos 126.00 29 10 396 39.60 3.14 4/32 Steve Bidwell-Brown 54.34 5 5 198 39.60 3.64 2/40 Rodney Stafford 19.33 4 3 62 20.67 3.21 2/25 Grant Rimmer 10.00 1 2 48 24.00 4.80 2/48 Jordan Magro 46.00 5 2 213 106.50 4.63 1/88 William Passas 13.00 1 1 62 62.00 4.77 1/27 Also Bowled : Overs/Wickets/Runs. John McLoughlin 4/1/26, Brett Hunter 10/1/63, Cameron Gray 11/0/59, Lance Kahler 1/0/22. TOTAL BOWLING 931.17 164 114 3456 30.32 3.71 5/28

2ND GRADE - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Roger Smith 15 5 20 30 Andrew Redman 4 2 6 26

32 3rd Grade Report by Alex Sciascia, Captain Position in Competition: 8th

In a challenging year for the club hampered by injuries, pull outs, first class selection and retiring players, 3rd Grade managed to accumulate 52 competition points and finish 3 points outside the top 6. A good effort by the 34 players involved.

Our consistency and batting were two areas the team struggled with right through a tough season. At times we could produce form that would merit a top 3 finish, although at other times we would lose to a team languishing in the bottom 3. We did manage to string 4 consecutive victories early on in the season, however the loss of some form, personnel and some poor cricket saw us drop the next 3 and slide out of the top 6 for the remainder of the season.

Our best victories were matches against Sydney, Mosman and Bankstown. The good early season form shown in these matches indicated that we could be a major player in the 3rd Grade competition. Nonetheless, poor losses to lowly placed Hawkesbury away and University of NSW at home knocked the stuffing and confidence out of our young team.

While winning matches comfortably at the front end of the season, we were incapable of putting a complete performance together. As a team we either batted poorly and bowled well or vice versa. We could not manage to buck this trend even though there were a few exceptions against North Sydney and Northern District. Our inability to combine good performances with the bat and ball left us just short in many matches.

Our stocks were without doubt the finest in the competition when at full strength. Our bowling lineup kept the team in most contests with their ability to take early wickets and build pressure with the old ball by bowling superb line and length. Nigil Singh carried the bowling attack early in the season taking 22 wickets at 11.82 in 7 matches, including a career best and club record of 9 for 43 against Bankstown. In a three match spell Nigil amazingly took 18 wickets before getting a well deserved call up to 2nd Grade where he completed the remainder of the season.

Matthew Wallis stepped into the huge void left by NigIl at the back end of the campaign. The highlight of his season was a career best 7-37 against University Of NSW in a limited overs match which transformed his season. Until this point Matt had been fairly dependable but was unable to grab the big haul he so desperately craved. This ferocious 9 over spell engulfed him with confidence that only top form can supply and continued on his merry way from this point on, ripping through the remaining batting line ups that stood in front of him. Matt showed he was maturing as a bowler and didn’t rely solely on pace, aggression and hostility. He used his ‘smarts’ on several occasions to surprise batsmen by coming off his short run and catching them unawares, crashing through their defences. Matt played 12 matches and finished with 29 wickets at an average of 17.97, our best bowler this season.

Our two main strike bowlers were ably supported by Grant Rimmer and Alex Brown. Grant played 7 matches claiming 12 wickets including two five wickets hauls. His ability to move a new ball both ways ensured he habitually picked up an early wicket. He also provided the Captain with great support by offering his advice and time on match day. Alex Brown found his ‘A’ game at the back end of the season and picked up 10 wickets for the match against the hapless Bears. He finished with 20 wickets at 15.30. His ability to hit a length consistently made him a great foil for Wallis and Singh. A superb finish after a slow start.

We had numerous ‘young guns’ get their opportunity with the ball during the season. Brandon McLean showed glimpses of his vast potential against Western Suburbs and North Sydney. A big off-season developing a change up and some more consistency will see him terrorize batsman next season. Rob Close has one of the better bowling actions in the club and it was inopportune that stress fractures in his back bought an abrupt end to his season just when he was finding his straps. His batting was delightful especially through the offside. Rob has the makings of genuine all rounder. Let’s pray he recovers from his injury and has a huge 2009-10.

Our batting this season was for the most part below par. We handled pressure situations feebly and lost wickets in groups in the best part of games. Our inability to rebuild and consolidate after the loss of a wicket proved crucial in the final standings.

The early season form of Troy Brewster was one of the few batting highlights. Troy won two 3rd Grade games off his own bat. Firstly, against Balmain where he compiled a stylish and heroic 86 getting the team

33 home for our first win of the season. The second was an epic of 153 not out against Mosman in the following match. This hundred was Troy’s ninth for the club and also his highest score. In addition he contributed 65 runs in a losing team in round 1. Troy’s form understandably dropped off slightly at the end of the season from the high standard he set early but his contribution of 474 runs at 43.09 was by far the standout.

There were three other centuries scored in 3rd Grade in 2008-09. Popular young Englishman Angus Stewart scored 112 against Mosman and was the other half of a 235 run opening partnership with Troy Brewster, a new 3rd Grade record. Adam Semple returning from injury hit a fantastic 124 in his only match. Lance Kahler broke the shackles to score his first century for the club late in the season. His score of 103 not out included 11 boundaries and gave the team a valuable win on a fast, bouncy track against Northern District.

One young batsman to keep an extremely close eye on is 14 year old Jason Gray. His performances in 4th Grade demanded selection and he did himself no harm by playing some gutsy innings against men over twice his age. His composure and maturity is astounding considering his age. Without making any big scores Jason made some good contributions and two run outs robbed him the chance of posting some much larger totals.

In summary, 8th position was a fair indication of how the team played (9 wins, 4 losses and 2 draws). To miss out on finals by half a game should be good motivation for all players involved. We will benefit from blooding many young players who will be much better cricketers next season because of the experience.

I would like to show my gratitude to all volunteers in the club who make a contribution that can not be quantified. Without your help the club would not operate like the well-oiled machine it does.

The 3rd Grade team would personally like to show their appreciation to Mrs. Redman and Mrs. McLean who selflessly gave much of their own time scoring and preparing afternoon teas (without mentioning the fruit and lollies they provided at their own expense for us to munch on during lazy batting days). Without your assistance we may have poisoned many of the opposition players with our unhygienic preparation of teas.

Finally, congratulations to Matty Hilder and his 5th Grade team on reaching the Grand Final.

3rd Grade 2008-09 Back Row: Brandon McLean, Kushaal Ram, David Bourke, Grant Rimmer, Troy Brewster, Nick Charlwood. Front Row: Will Halstead, Lasanga Kannangara, Alex Sciascia (Captain), Matthew Wallis, Andrew Redman.

34 3RD GRADE - BATTING Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Troy Brewster 11 12 1 474 43.09 153* 2/0 Alex Sciascia 13 14 3 242 22.00 61 5/6 Lasanga Kannangara 14 15 2 239 18.38 42 3/0 Angus Stewart 6 8 0 224 28.00 112 3/0 Lance Kahler 5 5 1 197 49.25 103* 3/0 Jordan Magro 9 7 2 167 33.40 63 1/1 Matthew Wallis 12 11 3 143 17.88 49 5/0 Trent Griffiths 5 5 0 125 25.00 49 2/0 Adam Semple 1 1 0 124 124.00 124 1/0 Robert Close 6 6 2 113 28.25 49 2/0 Roger Smith 4 4 1 107 35.67 76 0/0 Andrew Redman 7 7 0 97 13.86 40 2/0 Brandon McLean 9 7 4 71 23.67 30* 6/0 Jason Gray 5 5 0 67 13.40 24 3/0 Grant Rimmer 7 3 2 36 36.00 33* 3/0 Alex Brown 8 7 1 26 4.33 12 4/0 Will Halstead 8 6 0 25 4.17 18 2/1 Nigil Singh 7 4 1 2 0.67 2 1/0 Also Batted : Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches & Run Outs. Brenton Barker 1/1/0/55/0, Cameron Gray 1/1/0/40/0, Robert Cummings 2/2/1/32/1, David Bourke 2/2/0/28/0, Benn West 3/3/0/25/1, Glen Carroll 1/1/0/14/0, Nick Charlwood 1/1/0/9/0, Andrew Walters 1/1/0/2/1, Alex Tomkins 1/1/0/1/0, Nathan McCoy 2/1/0/1/0, Melvin Singh 3/1/1/1/1, Kushaal Ram 1/1/1/1/0, Denis Hinds 1/0/0/0/0, Chris Singh 1/0/0/0/0, Darren McCoy 0/0/0/0/1. TOTAL BATTING 158 143 26 2688 22.97 153* 52/9

3RD GRADE - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Matthew Wallis 162.50 31 29 521 17.97 3.21 7/37 Nigil Singh 109.50 32 22 260 11.82 2.37 9/43 Alex Brown 114.33 32 20 306 15.30 2.68 6/21 Grant Rimmer 65.67 9 12 195 16.25 2.97 5/21 Benn West 43.00 8 11 154 14.00 3.58 6/44 Jordan Magro 105.00 18 11 346 31.45 3.30 4/20 Brandon McLean 102.00 16 9 344 38.22 3.37 2/11 Melvin Singh 32.83 1 8 140 17.50 4.26 3/46 Robert Close 57.00 6 4 214 53.50 3.75 2/50 Nathan McCoy 32.00 8 1 84 84.00 2.63 1/34 Also Bowled : Overs/Wickets/Runs. Adam Semple 7/2/5, Cameron Gray 4/2/29, Nick Charlwood 8/1/33, Lance Kahler 12/1/66, Denis Hinds 9/0/27, Kushaal Ram 6/0/19, Jason Gray 5/0/25, David Bourke 6/0/32, Trent Griffiths 1/0/1, Alex Tomkins 6/0/36, Chris Singh 3/023. TOTAL BOWLING 889.83 169 133 2860 21.50 3.21 9/43

3RD GRADE - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Lasanga Kannangara 13 2 15 40 Roger Smith 4 1 5 8 Andrew Redman 0 0 0 0

35 4th Grade Report by David Townsend, Captain Position in Competition: 12th

Having reached four consecutive Grand Finals the expectations were high going into season 2008-09. That they were not met was disappointing, although the nature of many of our losses reflected a young side that did not really have the knowledge of how to play in certain situations because of their inexperience, which means that they will be so much better equipped next season.

The flip side of this was that the season gave many youngsters the opportunity to gain experience in this grade and understand the requirements that go with a step up from 5th to 4th Grade. They will only be better for this extra expectation and there is no doubt in my mind that many of the younger players who played this year can push for higher honours with the right level of commitment and effort.

Many of our losses throughout the year were a case of déjà vu for the team. An inability to post large totals batting first, a lack of consistency with the ball at the back end of the day allowing the opposition to capitalise in the last session and fielding that gave our opponents way too many chances.

Fitness and training were two of the main reasons behind the above. Fitness meant many bowlers struggled to come back for third spells and left us vulnerable in the field on a long or hot day as concentration dropped off. A lack of real preparation at either club training or on your own meant that many guys repeated the same mistakes each week. The players who picked up quickly on what was required stood out like beacons and rapidly moved out of the grade. To this end the likes of Rob Close, Jason Gray, Nick Charlwood and Will Halstead all deserved their elevation to a higher level.

The first game of the year for us helped sum up the season. It was actually one of the few games where we batted to potential to post over 290 on a flat Killara pitch. It was here that English import Angus Stewart made his mark with a superb debut hundred. It was the last we were to see of Angus! Inconsistent bowling and putting down 6 chances then cost us dearly, as we failed to defend the total and lost in the last over. It was a story that was to be repeated throughout the year.

Poor batting displays against Parramatta and Mosman were spaced around a good chase against Sydney. The Parramatta game saw us all out for 40! Despite this Rob Close’s 5 for 16 got us back in the game and we almost pulled off a second innings miracle thanks to a maiden Grade century from Matt Wallis. As always with Matt it contained few singles! The Sydney game was a testament to the vast improvement in Grant Rimmer who picked up 6 for 28. Grant has made enormous strides in the last couple of years and his consistency in both forms of the game shows what happens when you concentrate on the basics of line and length.

This theme of inconsistency continued until Christmas with a good chase against Bankstown followed by a poor one against St George. We were struggling to knock teams over when we had them on the ropes and were then making hard work of run chases.

The shining light during this period was Jason Gray who showed remarkable maturity and the ability to learn quickly, by playing some excellent innings while chasing. His 53 not out v Bankstown was one of the best knocks I have seen from a player of his age as he showed he could win a game off his own bat and finish the job himself without leaving it to someone else. He was soon rewarded with promotion up the grades.

A win in round 7 against Eastern Suburbs was made memorable because of a first-ever grade century to Chris Singh. Singhy has continued to be one of the best lower grade bowlers going around in recent years and his application with the bat has helped the team enormously in recent seasons. Here he grafted away in his own style offering few chances (six!) until he got his deserved ton. A standing ovation and massage table awaited him when he got out!

A wash out against Penrith was followed by a convincing 5 wicket one-day win over Hawkesbury in the last game before Christmas. Harro (47no) and Alex Brown saw us home in a game we needed to win, to have us sitting in 12th position on the table with 24 points at the Christmas break and ready to push on to the Finals.

Things looked promising as we beat the highly placed Sutherland in Round 10 in a good all-round team effort but we then entered one of the worst stretches that I have been involved in with 4th Grade cricket, as we lost four matches on the trot to teams that we would normally beat convincingly. Losing to Wests, North Sydney (for the first time ever), University of NSW and Northern District was not a crime in itself, but whereas we had normally stepped up our efforts at this time of the year, we now crumbled.

A 42 degree fielding day at Wests did not help our cause, but it showed up our bowling depth. Despite this a superb 9th wicket partnership of 108 between Nick Charlwood (59) and Jason Gray (71 not out) was a great pleasure to watch as they smashed the bowling to all parts and almost got us home. This loss was followed by two terrible displays against lowly ranked North Sydney and University of NSW. Our top order batting was again exposed as two average attacks bowled us out cheaply. Our bowling also lacked the edge to finish off both teams, although by this stage the emergence of Josh James, Gabriel

36 Budwee and Marcus Bain was encouraging as they began to show that they had the skills to contribute regularly at this level.

Another loss to highly ranked Northern District followed with the opposition escaping from 6 for 95 to record 287. The highlight of the chase was a maiden grade hundred to Will Halstead who showed everyone the range of strokes and determination that we had waited for all season. Despite several good cameos throughout the year I hope that this is the innings that ‘kickstarts’ Will’s move up the grades.

We finally ended the season on a high note with a big win over Blacktown. The game was a good way to end as Nathan McCoy bowled his best spell of the season and Matt Coles debuted in a big way by claiming 6 for 23 and showing everyone that giving the ball some air and attacking is not a lost art (Skewies showed the same skills with the ball in the innings!). Young opener Matt Taylor did the rest to allow a tired Skuthorpe to retire for a rub down with The Ger after his 3 overs, followed by a nap!

THE PLAYERS (7 games or more)

Jason Gray: In my opinion Jason is one of the best young prospects we have in the club and someone with enormous potential. What I liked about his efforts last year revolved around his ability to play controlled innings under pressure where he took it upon himself to win the game. He played within his limitations and knew his ‘game’ quickly and set his standards high. I liked the way he went about his business without a fuss and didn’t make excuses. He now needs to keep developing his range of shots and turn himself into the best cover fielder in the club. An impressive young man.

Andrew Walters: “Dougie” had a solid year but a highest score of 54 does not really do his ability justice at this level. Andrew got a large number of starts and as an opener that is the hard bit. He then often gave his wicket away by hitting too many balls in the air. The good thing about “Dougie” is that he is a good team man and although no Jonty Rhodes in the field, he always tried his absolute hardest as an outfielder and no captain can ask for more. I think that Andrew has a lot more runs in him and if he looks to play long innings every week he can push up to 500 runs a year. Just lay off the quiche!

Will Halstead: Will battled to put up the scores that he desperately wanted after an excellent 40 in Round 1. There is no doubting how much Will wants to do well and I think he is learning to relax more as he searches for success. His end of season hundred showed what he can do: a wide range of shots and the ability to score quickly. I’m sure he will bottle that knock and try and repeat the formula. Still needs to do more fielding at training as he is a good athlete who drops too many catches at the moment but that will just come through practise.

Andrew Harrison: The Big Fella contributed well again on and off the field, although his ability to make full tosses into jaffas is starting to worry me! After a combination of hip, back and groin injuries curtailed his budding pace career he turned himself into the best bowler of straight off breaks since Doss Downing and picked up a season high 24 wickets at 16.96. With the bat he played some vital match winning innings where he showed everyone the value of determination and the need to take the game by the scruff of the neck yourself. His advice and influence on the younger players was also invaluable and as an all round package you can’t ask for much more from your right hand man.

David Bourke: Bourkey again had an indifferent year with the bat and a return of 187 runs at 18.7 is a poor indicator of his talent. It’s a bit of a stuck record so I won’t dwell on it here but suffice to say that anyone mustering their best form when the axe is about to fall knows that they have probably allowed other opportunities to pass too easily. Against this you have a fun, easy-going guy who is great for the team environment and offers excellent advice on the possibility of 3 pyramids coming up in the first 25 spins! An ongoing count on his fielding showed an improvement with catches outweighing chances although his habit of sliding for all balls puts him in the English Premier League for time spent on the ground! 500 runs and 10 catches are numbers I would like to see from him next year.

Chris Singh: The Singhman was a little hampered by injury this year with his calf blowing up regularly, but great team player that he is, he always tried to soldier on. Singhy’s reward was a superb hundred (107) against Easts where his dogged determination and concentration helped the team to a memorable victory, as well as some other important innings I’m sure he will be back stronger than ever next year to remind us that you can run in to bowl quickly while impersonating a limping greyhound after your spell!

Karl Schubert: The Schoo started the season well and looked primed for a big year but a change of job and less time to train saw his performances drop off towards the end of the season. 132 runs at 18.86 were book-ended by a really good knock against Mosman and an excellent finish against Blacktown. In between he was unable to re-capture the winning formula, which for him is controlled aggression after getting a start. His ‘keeping suffered similarly although it was never for lack of effort or lack of conversation with the opposition! Schoo kept everyone going with his enthusiasm for the game all season and his desire for the team to do well was always evident.

Nick Charlwood: Although Nick’s stats weren’t unbelievable (112 runs at 22.4 and 11 wickets at 27.91) he was definitely one of the success stories of the year and part of the ‘big improvers’ club. Nick really worked hard at applying the basics to his bowling and he charged in all year with purpose and a plan. When he can land his outswinger more consistently and master the art of reverse swing I think he has all the tools to go to

37 1st Grade. His batting also improved significantly and he played superb lower order knocks against Wests and Uni of NSW that nearly helped us get home. It was in the field that he stood out though, with a concerted effort all day that put some of his peer group to shame. I have really high hopes for Nick and hope to see him move forward next year.

Peter Devlin: Devo made a comeback during the season because of a major injury crisis and stayed to help the side for 8 matches. He was great to have around as he was able to work closely with the bowlers and provide some sensible on-field advice that is invaluable when you have a young attack. Bowled some tight spells when asked, including an effort in 42 degrees at Punchbowl that saw 3 people evaporate around him and Dev himself impersonate a prisoner escaping with gun shot wounds trying to reach fine leg! Much appreciated effort in helping the club out – Cheers Dev

Nathan McCoy: Nathan did not make the strides forward that we hoped this year but showed enough in some of his performances to justify the high hopes in him. Against Wests, Northern District and Blacktown he bowled some spells that showed him at his best: late inswing and then hitting the wicket hard with the old ball. At other times he was wayward and failed to respond to adversity as quickly as we hoped. 14 wickets at 24.14 reflected things well although a batting average of 3.57 for the season is way below what he is capable of. If he can put what he has learnt this year into effect next season and learn that you have to be on the ball for a full day in the field, then he can reach the levels that will take him up the grades quickly.

The Ger (John Connell): As well as his usual provision of avocado laden teas, cooling libations and quality post play banter, The Ger also offered massages to the variety of crocks we had in the team as well as a view on a range of topics ranging from former Newtown forwards to how to create the best ever gravy in a tupperware container! As usual his ability to keep the boys laughing along with freaky Alan Jones impersonations were features of the year, as was his bemusement when his favourite cricketer David Bourke kept turning up each week! A quality man who again did a superb job for everyone.

A big thank you to all the other guys who represented 4th Grade this year. The likes of Josh James, Gabe Budwee, The Carroll boys, Barton Lynch, Tom Holland, Nick Stapleton, Cameron Fowler, Brandon McLean, Marcus Bain, Sam Muir and Matt Coles all had some great moments and will provide a great surge of young talent that will bring a new look to the side next year. Many of that group were instrumental in taking 5th Grade to the final this season and will have learnt so much during that campaign.

A big thank you to scorer Dick McCord who continued to amaze us all with his memory of 1971 number one hits as well as providing some of the most memorable post match day reviews! Thanks Dick we always appreciate your help. A big thanks, also, to all the ladies who helped provide drinks and look after canteens as well as all those involved in the club at a volunteer level and with grounds and training.

In addition, well done, to the 5th Grade team on a great year and making a Grand Final.

4th Grade 2008-09 Back Row: Ken Attanayake, Sam Muir, Matthew Coles, Barton Lynch, Matthew Taylor, David Skuthorpe, Richard McCord (Scorer). Front Row: Nathan McCoy, Andrew Harrison, David Townsend (Captain), Chris Singh, Karl Schubert. Absent: John Connell (Manager). 38

4TH GRADE - BATTING Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Jason Gray 7 8 3 259 51.80 71* 4/0 Andrew Walters 10 11 0 255 23.18 54 4/0 Will Halstead 7 7 0 245 35.00 101 2/0 Andrew Harrison 13 14 2 236 19.67 55* 5/1 David Townsend 11 10 4 211 35.17 65 5/0 David Bourke 11 10 0 187 18.70 66 3/0 Chris Singh 9 6 0 157 26.17 107 1/1 Karl Schubert 9 7 0 132 18.86 42 0/0 Nick Charlwood 7 6 1 112 22.40 59 2/2 Matthew Wallis 1 1 1 108 108* 0/0 Angus Stewart 1 1 0 101 101.00 101 0/0 Glen Carroll 3 4 0 84 21.00 52 1/0 Robert Close 3 4 0 66 16.50 30 2/0 Alex Brown 3 3 1 63 31.50 33* 3/1 Josh James 3 3 2 57 57.00 27* 0/0 Matthew Taylor 1 1 1 54 54* 0/0 Robert Cummings 5 5 0 34 6.80 23 0/0 Peter Devlin 8 4 2 29 14.50 15* 1/0 Fabian Heaton 3 3 0 36 12.00 23 0/0 Nathan McCoy 10 7 0 25 3.57 9 0/0 Also Batted : Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches. Barton Lynch 2/2/0/18/3, Ken Attanayake 4/1/0/15/2, Thomas Holland 2/2/0/14/2, Nicholas Stapleton 2/3/0/14/1, Gabriel Budwee 3/2/1/11/1, Darren McCoy 2/2/1/11/0, Cameron Fowler 2/3/1/10/0, Brandon McLean 2/1/1/10/0, Marcus Bain 4/2/1/9/1, Tony Martin 1/1/0/7/0, Mark Carroll 3/2/0/5/3, Sam Muir 2/1/1/0/2, Grant Rimmer 4/0/0/0/2, Matthew Coles 1/0/0/0/0, David Skuthorpe 1/0/0/0/0. TOTAL BATTING 160 137 23 2575 22.59 108* 49/7

4TH GRADE - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Andrew Harrison 144.50 28 24 407 16.96 2.82 3/19 Nathan McCoy 114.00 20 14 338 24.14 2.96 3/16 Chris Singh 64.00 10 11 197 17.91 3.08 4/53 Nick Charlwood 90.00 16 11 307 27.91 3.41 2/36 Peter Devlin 131.00 28 11 320 29.09 2.44 3/48 Robert Close 37.34 6 9 120 13.33 3.21 5/16 Grant Rimmer 44.00 5 9 143 15.89 3.25 6/28 Alex Brown 47.34 11 8 145 18.13 3.06 4/60 Matthew Coles 9.66 2 6 23 3.83 2.38 6/23 Gabriel Budwee 39.00 6 4 121 30.25 3.10 2/34 Josh James 45.33 8 4 128 32.00 2.82 2/45 Marcus Bain 47.00 7 3 177 59.00 3.77 1/32 Ken Attanayake 33.00 3 2 120 60.00 3.64 1/28 Also Bowled : Overs/Wickets/Runs. Matthew Wallis 16/3/46, Cameron Fowler 16/3/65, Sam Muir 15/3/85,David Bourke 11/2/40, David Skuthorpe 3/1/15, Brandon McLean 12/1/39, David Townsend 6/0/40. Total Bowling 925.67 161 129 2876 22.29 3.11 6/23

4TH GRADE - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Karl Schubert 17 4 21 36 Robert Cummings 5 1 6 12 Nicholas Stapleton 3 0 3 3 Fabian Heaton 2 0 2 2

39 5th Grade Report by Matt Hilder, Captain Position in Competition: 2nd

Although we stumbled at the final hurdle, the season can only be described as extremely successful. We started with only a couple of players remaining from the premiership winning side of 2007-08, but still almost pulled of a repeat. As is always the case in 5th Grade, we had a large turnover of players, 34 in all, but this provided some great opportunities for some very talented young guys. We actually had 9 of the Green Shield squad play at some stage in the year and 7 of the Grand Final side were aged 18 or under.

It looked like it was going to be a long summer when we were comprehensively belted in our first match against a 10 man Gordon side. But from that point on we had nothing other than positives to take from the year, not losing another match until the final round and finishing second on the table.

The primary reason for the success of “The Pokémons” was that we played as a team and always believed we could win no matter how the scoreboard read. This was best illustrated by the two record partnerships we achieved: Rob Cummings - David Bourke 154 for the 2nd wicket and Matthew Hilder - Karl Schubert 152 for the 5th wicket. The fact that we had so many players make vital match-winning contributions throughout the season also highlights this team work. Some of the more significant of these were Karl Schubert’s 122 against Sydney, Matthew Hilder’s 8 for 69 against Easts, Marcus Bain’s 5 for 11 against Blacktown and who can forget Mark Carroll bringing up his hundred off 61 balls on his way to a record 159 against Northern District!

Having finished second on the competion ladder, we progressed to a Qualifying Final against Sydney University. The students batted first and posted a competitive 243. Being the higher placed side we only needed a draw to go through to the Semi-Final. We only just managed this, losing 9 wickets and number 11 Marcus Bain having to face the final two balls. The best performances were Matt Hilder 3 - 66 off 33 overs; Thomas Holland 74 in 5 hours; Barton Lynch 41 and Rob Cummings 16 not out in almost 2 hours.

We hosted the Semi Final against St George at Coogee Oval. Having won the toss we decided to bowl first in the hope of getting some early assistance. However, this assistance never eventuated and we chased leather until they eventually declared 4 for 309. This left us 7 hours of batting to save the game. Nic Stapleton (63) and Matt Coles (50) opened the innings and batted for 4½ and 3½ hours respectively to put us right in the box seat. Following a couple of small hiccups, we safely batted out the 124 overs to be 7 for 216 to force a draw and progress to the club’s fifth 5th Grade Final

In the Final, following a week of torrential rain, we lost the toss and were sent in to bat by Campbelltown. We were in immediate trouble losing 5 wickets in the first session for just 39 runs. Then at 9 for 86, it looked like we’d be lucky to get to 90, but Josh James and Marcus Bain had other ideas. Josh playing the big shots and Marcus looking as solid as a rock at the other end. By the time Josh was caught behind for 58, the pair had put on 65 and moved the score to 151, with Marcus 13 not out.

With the ball, even though we battled unbelievably hard, bowling and fielding as well as we had all year, we never really had enough runs on the board and Campbelltown passed us 7 down. The bowling performance of Gabriel Budwee (3-37 off 24 overs) was outstanding and showed everyone at Coogee why he’ll be playing a lot of higher grade cricket in coming years.

A great big thank you to all who have helped and supported the team through the course of the year. Whether you were one of the coaching staff, committee, senior players or one of the many mums and dads, girlfriends or wives who assisted on game day, you all helped make the year such a successful one. I would like to draw particular attention to Peter Carroll for a special thank you. His tireless efforts all season were priceless. I won’t list all that he did, because you name it and he did it, everything from organising teas to mid-week selection suggestions. You have been a fantastic help for both the team and me personally. Thanks mate.

I’ve been honoured to have had the privilege to captain such a talented group of young players, but more importantly, a bunch of good blokes. You all should be proud of what each and every one of you achieved this season.

THE PLAYERS

Barton Lynch – This season’s Green Shield skipper, Bart is a mature young man with an excellent cricket brain. He batted with superb patience all year scoring 292 runs at 19.47. His best innings came in the Qualifying Final scoring 41 against a strong Sydney University attack. Bart is a very good fieldsman and is also able to bowl some handy overs.

Gabriel Budwee – Gabe had an outstanding all-round season taking 21 wickets and scoring 275 runs. By the end of the year he was our “go to man” with the ball and often a match winner with the bat. But Gabe’s biggest assist is his superb attitude and enthusiasm which will see him push up the grades in no time.

40 Nicholas Stapleton – Nick only played 6 matches due to his school cricket, but in that time he showed that he is destined to play a lot of higher level cricket. Technically and mentally suited to opening the batting with the ability to play long innings, as demonstrated in the Semi Final where he scored 63 in 4½ hours. He also showed his versatility by being able to do a tidy ‘keeping job and bowling some useful leg spin.

Matthew Coles – A very enthusiastic guy who played almost all games this season. Matt has the ability to bat, bowl and field, he just needs to believe in himself more and his stats will better reflect his talents. His 50 in the Semi Final and 6 - 23 (in 4th Grade) were the highlights.

Rob Cummings – Rob had a pretty average season by his standards, but showed his class on a couple of occasions when it really mattered. He also did a very good job behind the stumps after James Marley broke his finger. Rob’s skilled advice and balanced approach to cricket were both valued and appreciated when ever he was in the side.

Thomas Holland – Thomas missed the first half of the season while completing the HSC, but quickly became our most reliable top order batsman once he returned. Tom’s hard work in the nets has really improved his batting in the last year or two, he just needs to find a way to turn more of his starts into big scores. Hopefully his 74 in the Qualifying Final will be the first of many big totals.

Mark Carroll – Mark lead the way in the batting aggregate and average with 458 runs at an average of 41.64. He played a couple of the most destructive knocks I’ve ever seen at this level, obviously the best being his record breaking 159. He is at his best when he just relaxes and enjoys the game.

Josh James – Josh had a pretty good first year of grade cricket taking 20 wickets at 22.10. But his season highlight came with bat in hand when he scored 58 in the Grand Final. Josh has all the makings of an extremely good fast bowler; he just needs to work on his endurance.

Marcus Bain – Our Green Shield’s leg spinner, Marcus was an integral part of our bowling attack. Even though he doesn’t turn the ball a long way, his great control and well concealed wrong-un has meant he has developed into an excellent bowler. His highlight came in round 15, when he took his first ever 5 wicket haul, returning 5 - 11 off 10 overs.

Glen Carroll – Glen had an interrupted season which saw him miss the majority of the games while he was overseas. When he returned for the Finals, he wasn’t able to find the form we all know he is capable of. Glen’s even temperament and good cricket mind was a great help to bounce ideas off for the skipper.

5th Grade 2008-09 Back Row: Glen Carroll, Gabriel Budwee, Thomas Holland, Matthew Coles, Marcus Bain, Mark Carroll, Peter Carroll (Manager). Front Row: Robert Cummings, Barton Lynch, Matthew Hilder (Captain), Josh James, Nick Stapleton.

41 5TH GRADE - BATTING Batsman M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Mark Carroll 12 13 2 458 41.64 159 5/1 Matthew Hilder 16 17 5 408 34.00 72* 6/1 Thomas Holland 9 11 0 327 29.73 74 3/1 Barton Lynch 16 16 1 292 19.47 41 5/1 Gabriel Budwee 14 14 6 275 34.38 54 2/0 Nicholas Stapleton 6 6 0 186 31.00 63 0/0 Robert Cummings 8 9 1 173 21.63 84 1/0 Matthew Coles 14 15 2 172 13.23 50 8/2 Chris Barket 11 12 1 164 14.91 55 10/0 Karl Schubert 2 2 0 148 74.00 122 0/0 David Bourke 1 2 0 115 57.50 90 0/0 Glen Carroll 8 8 1 110 15.71 30 4/1 Josh James 11 7 0 89 12.71 58 5/0 Cameron Fowler 10 7 4 77 25.67 51 2/2 James Marley 7 5 1 58 14.50 39* 0/0 Marcus Bain 12 6 2 19 4.75 13* 2/0 Nicholas Saady 6 5 2 17 5.67 12* 3/0 Also Batted : Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches. Brandon McLean 2/2/0/54/1, Jason Gray 1/1/0/52/0, Matthew Doyle 2/3/0/47/1, George Frazakis 3/3/1/23/0, Denesh Hewa-Gamage 1/1/0/18/0, Dean White 1/1/0/17/1, Andrew Walters 1/1/0/11/0, Addison Grinham 1/2/0/11/0, Julian Foster-Pullman 2/2/1/6/0, Peter Rogers 1/1/0/4/0, John Stewart 3/1/1/4/1, Sam Muir 3/2/1/2/0, Denis Hinds 2/1/1/2/0, Tim Matthews 2/2/0/1/2, Robert Huxley 1/1/0/0/1, Nick Charlwood 1/0/0/0/1. TOTAL BATTING 190 179 33 3340 22.88 159 63/10

5TH GRADE - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Matthew Hilder 263.33 55 51 682 13.37 2.59 8/69 Gabriel Budwee 206.00 56 21 514 24.48 2.50 3/15 Josh James 147.83 27 20 442 22.10 2.99 4/23 Cameron Fowler 76.00 6 15 296 19.73 3.89 3/31 Marcus Bain 119.34 24 12 360 30.00 3.02 5/11 Matthew Coles 68.00 11 7 264 37.71 3.88 2/12 Brandon McLean 32.00 1 5 125 25.00 3.91 3/82 Chris Barket 16.00 3 4 43 10.75 2.69 2/11 Denis Hinds 19.67 3 4 61 15.25 3.10 2/26 Nicholas Saady 34.00 7 3 74 24.67 2.18 1/11 Sam Muir 34.00 3 3 131 43.67 3.85 2/58 Barton Lynch 30.67 0 2 155 77.50 5.05 2/32 Also Bowled : Overs/Wickets/Runs. Robert Huxley 5/2/21, Addison Grinham 3/1/8, Tim Matthews 4/1/18, Thomas Holland 3/1/21, Nick Charlwood 10/1/23, John Stewart 16/1/74, Julian Foster-Pullman 2/0/4, Dean White 13/0/30, Denesh Hewa-Gamage 3/0/9, Nicholas Stapleton 3/0/15. TOTAL BOWLING 1108.83 208 154 3370 21.88 3.04 8/69

5TH GRADE - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes James Marley 8 6 14 23 Nicholas Stapleton 4 1 5 12 Robert Cummings 4 1 5 18 Thomas Holland 2 0 2 0 Karl Schubert 0 1 1 0

42 6th Grade Report Metropolitan Cup Competition

As in past seasons the club entered two 6th Grade teams (Gold and Green) into the Metropolitan Cup competition reflecting the club’s strong player base and its desire to improve young players recently emerged from junior ranks and to develop other players new to the club. There is an emphasis upon making players welcome, integrating them into the club, developing their abilities, and translating that into performance on the field.

Randwick Petersham handed to South Sydney the role of administering the competition this season and our thanks are extended to that club on the excellent job they did in their first season. Thanks must also be extended to Alan Wright, Denis Hinds and Sam Rochaix who were all active in the week to week management of issues in the club, together with the management of players who comprised our teams.

Metro has been operating at Randwick Petersham and Randwick now for over a decade. During that time it has been a base for juniors to develop their abilities and this season a number of players in the 5th Grade grand final were the product of the Metro Cup competition. These included Matt Coles, Tom Holland, Marcus Bain, Cameron Fowler and Nick Stapleton,

Finally congratulations must go to captain Sam Rochaix and the winning Green team. Sam in his second season as captain has matured and developed in the role. In securing the first 6th Grade grand final for Randwick Petersham he has made a significant contribution to our club and deserves heartiest congratulations.

David Holland

RPCC Green by Sam Rochaix, Captain Position in Competition: 1st Premiers finally! Well what a year! We had everything this year. I will start with what most of the Green boys know – we did not win the premiership with batting. We were a bowling team and defended runs like pit bulls! There were some moments of batting brilliance which definitely got us some key wins. Some of the more notables were the brilliant 206 run partnership between Tom Holland and Marcel Green which got us home against Wests, centuries from Jock Walsh and Phil Bracken, a 94 from Peter Rogers and some great 50’s from Mitch Hunt and Anthony McGinness. At the end of the season though, we will remember the work with ball noteably from Kieran Hewar who got over 50 wickets, Marcel Green on 25 and Sam Rochaix on 22.

Metropolitan Cup Premiers 2008-09 Back Row: Mitchell Hunt, Nick Saady, Marcel Green, Jock Walsh, Kieran Hewar, Rachmat Djajadikarta, Matthew Simmons. Front Row: Chris Barket, Peter Rogers, Sam Rochaix (Captain), Anthony McGinness, Cameron Fowler.

43 It came down to the last two games of the season where we needed wins to scrape into the finals. We did have a great start to the season and were on top of the ladder for two rounds but fell off in the middle part of the season and had to dig ourselves out of a hole. We again showed an amazing ability to apply pressure on the opposing batsmen in the field and grinded our way to the required victories and made fourth place by the narrowest of margins. It was a tough trip to the finals from there having to face minor premiers Blacktown out at Whalan in the 1st v 4th semi-final. We ground our way to a respectable total of 168 on day 1 and were able to absolutely tear through their batting for the meagre total of 73, all but ensuring us a spot in the final! Again it was the bowlers who stepped up for us.

We then moved on to Grand Final day facing a very in-form Western Suburbs team who were bursting at the seams with young talent. We knew we were in for a fight especially after the Holland & Green partnership from earlier in the season chased down there 240+ total. I am sure it was fresh in their minds. The Grand Final had everything! Injuries galore, suspected over-rolling of the wicket overnight, 5 penalty runs for running on the wicket and inevitably a WIN for the good guys by the narrowest of margins – 1 solitary run! We defended again with the ball, protecting 133 to beat Wests 132. I am still taking nerve medication from the stress of that day!

After my fourth season with Randy Petes we finally came in with the silverware. My first season, under captain Shane Brien we were knocked out in the finals. My second was a rain effected game which handed the trophy to Gordon and last season we were knocked out in the semis by Souths. It certainly was a year of redemption for your author of this report!

I will now just go through the team and offer some words on each of their individual performances.

Peter Rogers: What can be said about my vice and right hand man with the golden gloves. He gave me a tonne of wickets with his quick gloves stumping several batsmen with our favourite trick… the leg side stumping. Even a busted nose and lack of transport couldn’t stop him! He was there every game! Fantastic ‘keeper and middle order batsmen and a great assistant to a fielding captain.

Jock Walsh: A mid season transfer from our Gold counterparts, Jock was a fantastic asset to bolster our miserable batting and provided some great innings at the top of the order to see us home at the end of the season. I truly hope to see my good mate back next season.

Marcel Green: He is a great all rounder. He gave me wickets when we needed them and had some very key innings with the bat when we needed him to shine. A quiet bloke by nature, our man from Canberra fires up like nothing else when he sees the stumps go down.

Kieran Hewar: Well, I think we can safely say that we owe a lot of the trophy this year to our insane Kiwi opening quick bowler! He intimidates not only with his speed but also his brawn. He had many batsmen quivering like schoolgirls when they saw the crazy in his eyes. Over 50 wickets for the season is a fantastic result and if he didn’t love playing in Metro with the boys I am sure he could play as high up as 3rd Grade. Even though he was tough to manage as a captain in terms of his temperament, I truly enjoyed playing alongside the crazy Kiwi and have some great memories from this season.

Mitch Hunt: Frustrated with his form at the top of the order Mitch found his feet again down the list at a key time of the season adding a 50 and some valuable 20’s and 30’s when we needed them. Also a handy bowler, Mitch was a valuable asset to the team and always added to the harmony and teamwork of a bunch of boys who really enjoyed playing together.

Matt Simmons: The mildest mannered bloke you will meet was another great find a third of the way through the season. Filling the other end of the wicket with the new ball, his swing, line and length were 99% of the time absolutely spot on. If we were better slips catchers he would have had at least double the wickets.

Ronnie Rachmat: A cricketer more determined to improve his skills I have not seen. Ronnie got himself a “5 for” early in the season and showed some absolute brilliance in the field. He made gully his own and took some of the sharpest catches I have seen. I am sure that if Ronnie continues to work as hard as he did this season, we could see another Asian champion cricketer come from Randy Petes.

Phil Bracken: Our Pommie all-rounder was back for his second season and started of with a bang getting an early ton. He loves to belt the ball and if he coupled his good technique and eye with a little more patience, I am sure the higher grades would not be far off.

The late comers to RP Green were very valuable to our premiership push. I would like to make special mention to Anthony McGinness our new recruit as a handy all-rounder. I would also like to thank the moonlighting 5th graders Nick Saady, Cam Fowler and Chris Barket who joined our team to aid our finals bid. They were very valuable and definitely helped get us home.

Also the early starters who we lost, Denesh Hewa Gamage, Virender Singh, Seth Shetty and Mohan Kessani, thanks for being there at the start and I hope to see you again soon.

All in all we got the result, had a great season and the most important thing, we had fun and have made some great friends.

44 RPCC Gold by Denis Hinds, Captain

Position in Competition: 5th Fifth again! It is frustrating but it is a good place to finish if you want to be hungry next year. I expect every player will be back next season with that semi–final target in mind.

We had a shocker in the middle of the season and it cost us a shot in the semis. It only needed one more win to do it. But overall that was about our only negative. On the positive side we had –

♦ Some strong individual improvements. ♦ Six new talented cricketers starting off. ♦ A high work rate attitude to training. ♦ More skills in economics than Harvard.

The biggest personal improver was 19 year old Manul Kandara. With a very hard working attitude to training, a sheer love of playing and a high level of observing, learning and putting into practice, Manul this season became one of the best fieldsmen in the metro teams and a batsman with a big future. He is self taught and we should all set ourselves the same target of improvement that he achieved. He was often seen doing fielding drills into the dark or having a second dig at practice as it got too dark for the bowlers. His fielding skills climaxed with an absolute screamer diving forward at square leg to catch a flyer clipped off the batsman’s toes.

The other big improvers were Jason Trindall who turned himself into a good opening bowler (4-36 off 12 v Penrith) until the footie took him away, Marcus Bain who quickly moved up to 5ths and Nick Saady. Nick is the original loose canon but he works hard and will mature into a fine player. His two innings on the green Snape wicket (29 not out; 16 not out) against the good Sydney Uni fast bowling attack stand out as one of the toughest sets you will see. He also scored a brilliant 74 against UTS Gold at ELS Hall. Now he has turned himself into a seam bowler with consistent line and length and some wicket taking cutters. He also picked up some run outs to show he has all the skills.

The list of new talent is enormous. We have picked up half a team and most of the credit goes to Green Shield manager supreme Grant Rimmer – he sent them to us when we were short of numbers at the start of the season and we never looked back. Scuggs, JP, Sammy, Foz, Kushal, Andy and Addison are quite a crew and they are all 14 and 15 year olds.

“Scuggs” Giordano Scuglia looks like he is still in primary school but when he bowls those right arm wristies he causes havoc in the opposition. He became our “go to” bowler. In the last game he finally got that five for (5-32 off 9) he had just missed out on several times. In that spell his first ball was a perfectly placed wrong un. How does a batsman handle that and what does he think is coming next? He is also a quality fielder and a cheeky batsman, so watch him go up through the grades.

Vinaay Halasagi is the JP Duminy look alike – his batting is technically good, he is a good fielder and he bowls those pesky little offies just like JP. Big Sammy Muir and his famous smile have a big future. A left arm opening bowler, he is already big and quick, so look out as he gets stronger and smarter.

Kushal Ram got better and better during the season. His bowling got sharper and he took to opening the bowling with distinction. None of the opening bats got on top of him. And what can you say about his fielding – he took some of the best outfield catches you will see and in closer he probably got 5 runouts from covers because his pickup and throw was just too quick for the batsmen. Andy Coles is another complete cricketer but he concentrated on his school cricket (nothing wrong with that) and we did not get to see him as much as we would have liked. Then there is the quiet lad Julian Foster-Pullman. He is not flashy but he makes very few mistakes. Bowlers need dynamite to get him out and his newly discovered medium pacers would keep quiet.

In this report the new talent gets all the glory but the stalwarts are the soul of the club and should never be taken for granted. John Stewart has bowled so much at practice everyone thinks his been around forever – but he is only 22. He is right up there in the title of trainer of the year and deserves every bit of progress he gets. He is now working on some cunning variations of seam and swing to better use his natural height advantage. You can not say much more about George Frazakis than his innings in the first game. On a blazing hot day he batted the full 50 overs to finish 94 not out and set us up for a win with 2 bonus points. He defended the good balls and belted the bad ones to grind the Souths boys into the ground. They were already gone when they came out to bat. Then there is the world’s keenest player Charith De Silva. Normally batting no. 10 he usually puts the pads on at the fall of the first wicket and regularly hands his hat to the umpire before the current bowler has finished his spell. And from fine leg he has a burning desire to get to leg slip. He is irrepressible. In the first match he bowled 5 overs 3 for 6 and in round 14 he got that catch he’s been desperately chasing for 2 seasons.

45 We picked up a late blow-in from Zimbabwe via Gloucester who was too late to qualify for grade. Matt Yiend played some memorable innings and threatened to smash a few windows of houses and cars outside . His 50 in 20 minutes against RP Green had the scorers in chaos. But it is his wicketkeeping that is class. He looks a natural even though he is a big unit and he enjoys his keeping. He should give 3rd Grade a real nudge next season especially if he can bat down the order a bit where his powerful hitting can do some big damage and turn a game.

The third of the highlighted positives was attitude to training by both the metro teams. Towards the end of the season the metro boys looked like professionals and some of the grade boys looked like parkies. Most days it was the metro boys who were training after the others went home. Metro had the better numbers and most of the non business noise was coming from the 1st Grade net. I hope the embarrassment gets the higher grade boys back on track next year otherwise they might be playing matches where they have to do the umpiring and make the arvo tea. John Stewart, Manul Kandara and Nick Saady set a high standard for the rest of us to follow. They train with diligence and they train often and they certainly don’t leave early. Their individual improvement this year is due to hard work and attitude and it is spreading amongst their mates. “Haven’t you blokes got homes to go to” said Ron CrippIn on many occasion and Ron is a bloke who puts in plenty himself. Thank you Ron for your help and we want you back next year.

Nearly forgot the economic skills. Professor Murali, honours degree Jeremy Jastrzab and leading student Manul were outstanding in discussing topics most irrelevant to cricket and gave our change room a real intellectual feel. However those three nerds still struggled to work the scoreboard.

All up a satisfying performance with room for improvement next summer. We must thank David Holland (manager) and Alan Wright (selector) for their invaluable organizational and diplomatic skills and the parents who transport their kids to all sorts of out of the way places and give up a day of their weekend to support their kid and our team.

METROPOLITAN CUP – BATTING Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Matthew Yiend 8 10 0 398 39.80 72 0/1 Peter Rogers 13 17 1 379 23.69 94 0/0 Jonathan Walsh 13 17 0 365 21.47 110 1/0 George Frazakis 11 13 1 355 29.58 94* 3/1 Manul Kandara 12 12 0 274 22.83 54 4/2 Philip Bracken 9 10 0 261 26.10 110 3/0 Mitchell Hunt 11 14 2 258 21.50 63 9/4 Marcel Green 14 17 3 245 17.50 73 6/0 Chris Barket 5 7 1 181 30.17 68* 2/0 Nicholas Saady 8 9 2 174 24.86 74 3/2 Kieran Hewar 16 18 3 168 11.20 35* 2/0 Thomas Holland 2 2 0 155 77.50 127 0/0 Sam Rochaix 14 16 1 147 9.80 44 7/2 Kushaal Ram 9 13 0 144 11.08 59 7/5 Denis Hinds 12 11 2 100 11.11 33 3/0 Denesh Hewa-Gamage 5 6 0 94 15.67 41 3/0 Giordano Scuglia 8 8 2 92 15.33 28 2/0 Anthony McGinness 6 9 0 88 9.78 50 1/0 Cameron Fowler 4 4 2 83 41.50 64 2/1 Alex Scott 2 2 1 82 82.00 66* 0/0 Julian Foster-Pullman 6 6 0 74 12.33 21 3/2 Shaylin Moodliar 1 1 0 68 68.00 68 0/0 Matthew Simmons 8 8 2 68 11.33 29 4/1 Sathvik Shetty 6 7 0 64 9.14 17 3/0 John Stewart 10 11 3 54 6.75 27* 2/1 Jason Trindall 6 5 0 40 8.00 17 0/1 Mohan Kessani 7 8 2 23 3.83 10* 1/0 Rachmat Djajadikarta 11 11 5 22 3.67 6 5/0 Sam Muir 5 6 2 15 3.75 7* 1/0 Verender Singh 6 6 1 13 2.60 6* 0/0 Charith De Silva 9 8 4 12 3.00 5* 1/0 Jeremy Jastrzab 6 6 1 4 0.80 3* 0/0 Also Batted: Matches/Innings/Not Out/Runs/Catches. Vinaay Halasagi 4/5/0/62/4, Addison Grinham 1/2/1/51/0, Alan Wright 2/2/0/49/0, James Marley 3/2/0/42/0, Andrew Coles 4/2/0/21/0, Duncan Hunt 1/1/1/20/0, Murali Chandraskehaean 3/4/0/19/1, Marcus Bain1/1/0/16/0, Will Close 3/3/0/11/1, Chris King 2/2/0/10/1/1, Kevin Hemananda 1/2/1/8/0, Daniel Watene 2/3/1/8/0, Mitchell Jones 2/1/1/6/0, Will Gomez, 1/1/0/4/0, Matthew Doyle 1/1/0/0/0, Sam Maree 1/1/0/0/0, Alan McArthur 1/0/0/0/3. TOTAL BATTING 300 331 46 4827 16.94 127 88/26

46 METROPOLITAN CUP - BOWLING Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Kieran Hewar 224.84 49 51 610 11.96 2.71 6/26 Marcel Green 113.34 19 25 393 15.72 3.47 4/14 Sam Rochaix 119.00 26 22 358 16.27 3.01 6/23 Giordano Scuglia 88.33 8 20 294 14.70 3.33 5/32 John Stewart 132.00 21 16 416 26.00 3.15 4/60 Denis Hinds 83.00 31 14 154 11.00 1.86 3/7 Matthew Simmons 84.67 19 13 218 16.77 2.57 4/44 Charith De Silva 52.67 6 11 173 15.73 3.28 3/6 Mitchell Hunt 48.00 4 11 211 19.18 4.40 3/27 Jason Trindall 44.00 6 9 139 15.44 3.16 4/36 Kushaal Ram 70.00 12 9 224 24.89 3.20 2/6 Nicholas Saady 46.00 10 8 128 16.00 2.78 2/13 Philip Bracken 22.00 1 7 102 14.57 4.64 3/22 Rachmat Djajadikarta 28.00 1 7 145 20.71 5.18 5/41 Sam Muir 46.50 3 6 181 30.17 3.89 2/27 Vinaay Halasagi 16.16 3 5 42 8.40 2.60 3/22 Denesh Hewa-Gamage 37.00 0 5 168 33.60 3.24 2/38 Anthony McGinness 36.00 9 4 128 32.00 3.56 2/19 Also Bowled: Overs/Wickets/Runs. Daniel Watene 8/3/20, Mitchell Jones 10/3/26, Andrew Coles 13/3/48, Verender Singh 18/3/53, Cameron Fowler 19/2/53, Mohan Kessani 3/1/4, Sathvik Shetty 2/1/4, Marcus Bain 10/1/14, Kevin Hemananda 7/1/31, Shaylin Moodliar 9/1/36, Alex Scott 16/1/55, Manul Kandara 19/1/83, Murali Chandraskehaean 10/0/50, Will Close 3/0/14, Julian Foster-Pullman 10/0/17, Jonathan Walsh 1/0/12. TOTAL BOWLING 1467 255 266 4663 17.53 3.18 6/23

METROPOLITAN CUP - WICKETKEEPING Wicket Keeping Ct St Total Byes Peter Rogers 21 11 32 45 Matthew Yiend 3 7 10 5 George Frazakis 7 2 9 20

BEST INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCES BATTING : CENTURIES First Grade Name Surname Score Opponent Venue Round Date 6 Philip Bracken 110 UTS Sydney Black Kensington Oval 5 8-Nov-08 6 Thomas Holland 127 Western Suburbs Blick Oval 7 6-Dec-08 6 Jonathan Walsh 110 UTS Sydney Black Kensington Oval 14 28-Feb-09

BOWLING : 5 OR MORE WICKETS IN AN INNINGS First Grade Name Surname Bowling Opponent Venue Round Date 6 Kieran Hewar 5/26 Penrith Rance Oval 4 18-Oct-08 6 Kieran Hewar 6/26 RP Green Kensington Oval 10 10-Jan-09 6 Kieran Hewar 5/16 UTS Sydney Gold Kensington Oval 14 7-Mar-09 6 Rachmat Djajadikarta 5/41 UTS Sydney Black Kensington Oval 5 8-Nov-08 6 Sam Rochaix 6/23 Sydney University Snape Park 6 22-Nov-08 6 Giordano Scuglia 5/32 University NSW Kensington Oval 15 14-Mar-09

WICKETKEEPING : 5 OR MORE DISMISSALS (INNINGS) First Grade Name Surname Outs Opponent Venue Round Date 6 Peter Rogers 5C UTS Black Birchgrove Park 15 14-Mar-09

47 Poidevin Gray Shield (under 21 years) by Rob Huxley, Coach Position in Competition: 14th

On the surface it would seem 2008-09 was a poor season for our PG’s side. The team managed only two wins from their seven games, highlighted by a final round thrashing by nine wickets of the top rated side Campbelltown-Camden causing them to miss out on a semi-final place. It was a fine display of team cricket and showed tremendous character from a side that had only pride to play for at that stage. From a coaching and supporters point of view, it justified the frustration of previous performances! In addition, we also played semi-finalists Sydney Uni and runners-up in Gordon which equates to having played three of the season’s top five sides.

Had we started the season with the momentum with which we had finished, a different story may well have been told. It seemed we couldn’t find any continuity at all with injuries, HSC exams on top of general unavailability. In mentioning this, all other nineteen Club’s are confronted with the very same obstacles. So where did we fall short?

As has been the case for the past few seasons our batting was at times ineffective however, in keeping with our season theme promised much more. Statistically the side ranked 16th in this department scoring 1140 runs at a game average of 162.We batted first in five of our games and set the opposition totals of 138,144,151,158 and 222. Star English import Angus Stewart was the clear standout this season amassing an impressive 256 runs @ 51.20 which included a blistering 101not out against North Sydney in a 31 over-a-side rain shortened match. Ashley Doolan and Sean Gardner positioned themselves well to make a big score on numerous occasions this year with both making a number of 40’s or 50’s but unfortunately were unable to convert. Will Halstead probably falls into the same category after compiling a fantastic half century at during the year.

Our bowlers didn’t have much in the way of targets to defend this year which made their job as well as that of their captain Will Passas, incredibly difficult. Peter Alevizos and Nick Charlwood took 7 wickets a piece with “Charly” taking a magnificent 5 for 28 in the last match. We had some promising young spinners in Brandon McLean and Matthew Coles making their debuts in PG’s this year and the pair show great promise. Pace bowlers Rob Close and Jordan Magro were injured for the second half of our season and were a significant loss to the side.

On a positive note our young players have gained further experience from the competition for next year. With the success of our young 5th Grade side as well as numerous players from the well performed A W Green Shield side coming through, our future looks promising. Best wishes to Will Passas, Alex Brown, Jordan Magro and Ashley Doolan who exit the age ranks. Good luck with your cricket gents.

Personally I’d like to thank the Club, Committee and particularly the players for the opportunity I had in coaching the PG side this year.

Many thanks also to Bill Anderson, Ron Crippin and Peter Devlin for their help, advice and support and to Will Passas who managed his side well and ensured the boys played in the spirit of cricket. Special thanks to Jim and Angela Redman, Bernadette Passas and Anyes McLean for running the canteen and to all other parents who supported the boys during the year. To the great man Richard McCord for scoring and finally to my wife Deborah for her support.

Bring on next year and go the Randy Pete’s!!

48

Summary of Matches Round 1 v Sydney University @ Petersham Oval Lost by 7 wkts RP 8-151 to 3-152 Sent in to bat we were soon in trouble losing Sean Gardner (0), Ash Doolan (1) and Will Passas (2) with just 8 runs on the board. Only Angus Stewart (60) showed any resolve and when he went with the score at 108, posting a competitive score looked dim. However, some big hitting from Jordan Magro (35) gave our 8-151 scoreline some respectability. Two quick wickets to Peter Alevizos gave us a little hope but that was quickly dashed with half centuries to nos. 3 and 4 in the before it was all over in just 38.4 overs. Alevizos was our best bowler with 2-26.

Round 2 v Fairfield Liverpool @ Coogee Oval Lost by 8 wkts RP 144 to 2-145 It was almost a replay of round 1 with our first use of the wicket failing to help our batsmen. Five of them got starts but couldn’t put a big score together. Best were Sean Gardner (36) and Will Halstead (31) while Jordan Magro again chipped in a useful 22. Once again Peter Alevizos snared an early scalp but that was virtually our only joy with another two half centuries holding us at bay to run down the target in just 39 overs. Alevizos’ 1 for 22 off 10 overs was an excellent performance in a disappointing outcome.

Round 3 v North Sydney @ North Sydney 2 Won by 81 runs RP 2-220 to 7-139 At last a performance in keeping with the team’s potential! After being sent in to bat first in a rain-shortened match, it was one-way traffic as Angus Stewart flayed the bowling to all parts of North Sydney 2 to rattle up a fine 101 not out. It was his third ton since joining the club from the UK just two months earlier. Sean Gardner (43) and Ash Doolan (56) didn’t miss out on the fun either and at the end of our allotted 31 overs, we had put together a huge score of 2 for 220 at a run rate of 7.09 rpo. In reply, Alex Brown was right on his game taking 4 for 25 from his 6 overs while Rob Close (1-32), Brandon McLean (1-20) and Nathan McCoy (1-27) chipped in with good wickets to ensure a fine win.

Round 4 v Manly Warringah @ Manly Oval Lost by 6 wkts RP 138 to 4-139 Batting first after winning the toss, we were soon in trouble with our top three bats back in the pavilion with only 36 runs on the board. Will Halstead (51) was the only one to show any resolve and the only one to pass 20 runs. Chasing our poor score of 138, the Sea Eagles suffered an early setback when Peter Alevizos got a quick breakthrough but that was as far as the cheering went. Manly had little trouble in getting the runs in just 32.3 overs. A very disappointing performance.

Round 5 v Gordon @ Coogee Oval Lost by 53 runs RP 9-222 to 1-275 Gordon batted first in perfect conditions and flayed the bowling to all parts of the oval. Only Peter Alevizos came out relatively unscathed with 0 for 37 from 10 overs as the Gordon batsmen cut loose. Matt Coles (1- 35) was the only wickettaker in a final score of 1 for 275. In reply we suffered an early loss but steadily increased the tempo to be 3 for 166 at one stage. However, our last 5 wickets could only manage 30 runs between them and we went down by 53 runs. A disappointment was that four batsmen, namely Ash Doolan (50), Sean Gardner (39), Angus Stewart (33) and Will Passas (24) got starts but didn’t go on with it.

Round 6 v Wests @ Pratten Park Lost by 4 wkts RP 158 to 6-159 Batting first in hot conditions, our 64 run opening partnership gave our boys plenty of hope for a turnaround in fortune. However, when both openers Sean Gardner (42) and Angus Stewart (16) went at 64 with skipper Will Passas quickly following, the scoreline of 3 for 70 had a familiar ring to it. When Ash Doolan parted for 23 only Nick Charlwood (23) of the following batsmen could muster any reasonable resolve before we were all out for a disappointing 158. In the run chase, Wests looked in little trouble and but for a little hiccup when they lost 5 for 41 in the middle, there was never any doubt about the result which was achieved in a little over 44 overs.

Round 7 v Campbelltown Camden @ Petersham Oval Won by 9 wkts RP 1-107 to 106 Sending the Ghosts in to bat proved a good decision as Nick Charlwood and Peter Alevizos were really on song with their bowling and quickly had them out for just 106. Nick recorded his best PG figures with 5 for 28 while the ever-consistent Alevizos took 2 for 22. In reply the result was never in doubt as the target was achieved for the loss of only Ash Doolan’s wicket for 35. Andrew Redman remained not out 40. A fantastic win in the final match.

49 POIDEVIN GRAY - BATTING

Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Angus Stewart 7 7 2 256 51.20 101* 0/0 Ashley Doolan 7 7 0 197 28.14 56 0/0 Sean Gardner 7 6 0 160 26.67 43 1/0 Will Halstead 5 4 0 102 25.50 51 1/0 Jordan Magro 5 4 0 57 14.25 35 1/0 Andrew Redman 4 4 1 56 18.67 40* 1/0 William Passas 7 6 1 54 10.80 24 5/1 Nick Charlwood 4 3 2 35 35.00 23* 0/0 Robert Close 4 3 3 31 26* 0/0 Gabriel Budwee 4 3 0 29 9.67 12 0/0 Brandon McLean 4 3 0 19 6.33 12 2/0 Alex Brown 6 4 0 17 4.25 11 0/0 Peter Alevizos 7 5 1 13 3.25 9 0/0 Nathan McCoy 3 1 0 4 4.00 4 0/0 Matthew Coles 2 1 1 1 1* 1/1 Josh James 1 0/0 TOTAL BATTING 77 61 11 1031 20.62 101* 12/2

POIDEVIN GRAY - BOWLING

Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Peter Alevizos 58.50 4 7 212 30.29 3.62 2/26 Nick Charlwood 26.50 0 7 148 21.14 5.58 5/28 Alex Brown 48.00 7 6 146 24.33 3.04 4/25 Brandon McLean 28.00 0 4 126 31.50 4.50 2/41 Robert Close 28.00 3 3 113 37.67 4.04 1/29 Gabriel Budwee 24.83 1 2 102 51.00 4.11 1/19 Nathan McCoy 12.67 1 1 51 51.00 4.03 1/27 Matthew Coles 6.00 0 1 35 35.00 5.83 1/35 Jordan Magro 18.00 0 0 107 5.94 0/16 William Passas 7.00 0 0 43 6.14 0/4 TOTAL BOWLING 257.50 16 31 1083 34.94 4.21 5/28

POIDEVIN GRAY - WICKETKEEPING

Wicket Keeping M Ct St Total Byes Ashley Doolan 7 4 0 4 6

50 A W Green Shield (Under 16 years) by Grant Rimmer, Coach Position in Competition: 8th

So near and yet so far. Our Green Shield season was certainly a pass mark and a big improvement on previous efforts. With only one win separating us from 6th spot, our destiny was in our hands as we commenced our last game which sadly, was our worst performance. Overall we lost to the eventual winners, lost to another semi-finalist and beat a quarter-finalist.

Two losses were very close. In the Gordon and North Sydney games, I thought we had enough runs on the board but in both instances the wicket played truly right to the end and the opposing batsmen capitalized on loose balls and small outfields. These factors all contributed to the scores being hard to defend.

There were many individual highlights. In Round 1, Vic Tharmarajah’s over where 3 wickets were taken was the turning point. Brandon McLean’s century at a run-a-ball pace was a treat to watch. Bart Lynch’s captain’s knock in Round 2 held the side together and the Thomas/ Grinham partnership after lunch at Gordon was tremendous. Andrew Coles’ ability to pluck a catch from a seemingly impossible position was another highlight.

From a personal viewpoint, the win against Campbelltown Camden at Raby stands out. The Ghosts have a fine reputation in Green Shield (winning a number of competitions) and to go there and win in tight circumstances certainly was a first for me (in coaching circles anyway). Often our teams have been beaten heavily and perhaps beaten before a ball was bowled, but this was a special win.

I think much of the success of the team comes down to the experience the players have gained on Saturdays playing with senior players and captains in grade teams. Seven of the twelve players had played 5th Grade or higher by the time Green Shield commenced. This needs to again happen next year and in future years. Young players grow into their position as they feel more comfortable. They’re certainly not going to become better grade players by playing club cricket.

Well done to Bart for captaining the side so well. He rotated his bowlers appropriately and his notions of fielding positions and angles grew and he became more than competent at setting good fields. He also spoke well and carried out instructions to the letter.

It was David Skuthorpe’s first time entering the Green Shield campaign. His support and advice could always be relied upon and he had a good rapport with the players. (Just keep Bundy away from me, Skewy!) He gave up many commitments to be there for all games and I am grateful for that. The team set-up could not have functioned as well if he hadn’t been there.

Our scorer Neville Walters overcame health problems to be at as many games as possible. His neverending supply of lollies and drinks are well-received by the players but it was his sense of humour which really brought the team together. It was great to see the smile on his face when we beat Wests in Round 2.

At different stages we had many supporters come down to our games. Matt Hilder gave his time from his holidays to clap the boys on. He was a great supporter of our players and tried to get as many of our team into 5th Grade as possible. He certainly was good enough to play higher than 5th Grade this year but I am glad the side had a captain of his ilk every Saturday.

Alex Sciascia got to Coogee as well as enquiring via phone on the other games. Rod Stafford was also on hand and witnessed our boys in action. Peter English travelled to Raby, Rosedale, Beauchamp and St Pauls to see our games, often using more than one mode of transport. The boys are thankful for this support.

51 Behind the scenes, Darren McCoy again proved what a clubman he is. He always would ring and ask how the team was coming along and once the games were underway, how the run of play was going which often came with a ball by ball commentary in the tight contests. He even enquired while he was overseas in USA on our progress. My coaching techniques now have a touch of: “what would Macca do in this situation?” and I think I am a better coach and the players better players because of this. Thanks Macca.

I am also grateful for the words of encouragement from Bill Anderson, Ray Stafford, Greg Hartshorne and Peter Devlin throughout the campaign. It is nice to know my efforts are appreciated.

The boys were an extremely close unit which had a great influence on results throughout the season. They enjoyed each other’s company and were often seen or heard laughing at different times (often at one another’s expense!). They all have a fine attitude and work ethic and always listened carefully to how they could improve. They all have long grade careers ahead of them if they are prepared to put in the hard work. This quality of being ‘close’ comes back to the parent group as well. Functions were well-supported and were a key element of the campaign. Glenn, Jenny and Anyes were instrumental in organising functions, afternoon teas and other matters on game days which alleviated the pressure on David Holland and me. All parents associated with the side deserve a pat on the back for all their sacrifices they made throughout the season. I thank you all for your support. You all have sons of the highest quality and should be proud of them.

This was a very rewarding season personally. Though we missed out on progressing, we were not far away. I thoroughly enjoyed all training sessions and being in the company of such a fine group.

I will be taking a break from Green Shield coaching for a little while. My five seasons involved in this competition since the merger have all been fun and rewarding. I hope to again coach a team (hopefully to a title) down the track.

Summary of Matches

Round 1 v Manly at Coogee Sun 21 Dec 2008 Won by 29 runs RP 7-191 to 162 A solid start from the top three (Bart Lynch (14), Duncan Hunt 27, Tim Matthews 20) set the platform for Brandon McLean who unleashed from his first over. He pummeled the Manly attack to all areas and finished on 106. Tight bowling from Marcus Bain (2/13 off 12) kept the pressure on in the middle overs. Vic Tharmarajah produced an over of magic (3 wickets in one over) to turn the game and wrap up the tail.

Round 2 v Wests at Coogee Tues 23 Dec 2008 Won by 5 wkts on run rate RP 5-118 to 128 Sending the visitors in, 3 wickets fell early. Wests run rate didn’t get over the 2 runs per over mark for any length of time. All bowlers produced tidy spells to restrict them to 128. Andrew Coles (2-17) and Jason Gray (2- 13) were the main contributors. Bart Lynch produced a captain’s knock of 61 not out. He remained composed under pressure and was well supported by Duncan Hunt (19).

Round 3 v Campbelltown Camden at Raby Sun 4 Jan 2009 Won by 5 wkts RP 5-162 to 9-161 A fine bowling display, good catching and fielding restricted the home side to 161. Vic Tharmarajah (2-20), Daniel Thomas (2-39), Jason Gray (1-11) and Marcus Bain (1-22) were the pick of the bowlers. Barton Lynch again held the run chase together with a fine 65 while Brandon McLean saw RP through with a solid 23. It was our first win at Raby in 4 attempts.

Round 4 v North Sydney at Petersham Tues 6 Jan 2009 Lost by 5 wkts RP 171 to 5-172 Jason Gray (58) and Brandon McLean (51) produced an impressive 84 run partnership to recover from a disastrous start. RP managed a defendable score of 171. Though an early wicket was gained, Norths hung on to achieve the runs required with 4 overs to spare. RP did bowl tightly and caught well but half-chances eluded them. Daniel Thomas (2-23) was the best of the bowlers.

Round 5 v Sydney Uni at St Pauls Thurs 8 Jan 2009 Won by 105 runs RP 7-203 to 98 A 78 run partnership between Jason Gray (45) and Tim Matthews (37) was one of the highlights of RP’s innings. Brandon McLean (41) and Daniel Thomas (33) also played sensibly to achieve a score of 200+ for the first time.

52 RP’s bowling was clinical. Gray took 3 scalps and Vic Tharmarajah 2 as the last 5 wickets were taken for 19 runs. Andrew Coles and Addison Grinham took 2 catches each to help dismiss Uni for just 98..

Round 6 v Gordon at Beauchamp Sun 11 Jan 2009 Lost by 4 wkts RP 8-225 to 6-228 Duncan Hunt achieved his highest score (41) but it was the late hitting from Addison Grinham (60) and Daniel Thomas (34) that stole the show. Both players hit cleanly and were able to strike boundaries when needed. Gordon’s run chase was efficient. Their batsmen took advantage of the great pitch and scored freely. Thomas (2- 40) and Brandon McLean (2-28) were RP’s best bowlers. Gordon got the 6 points with 16 balls to spare.

Round 7 v Fairfield at Rosedale Oval Tues 13 Jan 2009 Lost by 9 wkts RP 66 to 1-67 Needing to win to gain a spot in the finals series, RP were never in the hunt after losing wickets at regular intervals. Accurate bowling from the Lions restricted RP’s score to just 66 and they were successful in the chase in only 23 overs. Vic Tharmarajah made the only breakthrough courtesy of a sharp catch to McLean at bat-pad.

AW GREEN SHIELD - BATTING

Batsmen M Inn N.O. Runs Ave HS Ct/RO Brandon McLean 7 7 1 244 40.67 106 2/0 Barton Lynch 7 7 1 190 31.67 65 2/0 Jason Gray 7 7 0 129 18.43 58 0/1 Duncan Hunt 7 7 0 121 17.29 41 1/0 Addison Grinham 7 7 0 115 16.43 60 0/1 Tim Matthews 7 7 0 100 14.29 37 2/0 Daniel Thomas 7 7 4 74 24.67 34 0/0 Andrew Coles 7 5 2 37 12.33 10* 9/0 Julian Foster-Pullman 7 4 3 25 25.00 11* 0/1 Vic Tharmarajah 7 2 0 21 10.50 18 0/1 Kushaal Ram 7 2 0 9 4.50 8 2/1 Marcus Bain 7 1 0 0 0.00 0 1/0 TOTAL BATTING 84 63 11 1065 20.48 106 19/5

AW GREEN SHIELD - BOWLING

Bowler Overs M's Wkts Runs Ave RPO Best Vic Tharmarajah 63.67 15 13 161 12.38 2.53 5/29 Jason Gray 42.00 11 7 113 16.14 2.69 3/4 Marcus Bain 60.00 14 7 147 21.00 2.45 2/13 Daniel Thomas 62.00 11 7 151 21.57 2.44 2/23 Brandon McLean 45.00 9 6 149 24.83 3.31 2/10 Andrew Coles 27.00 6 3 81 27.00 3.00 2/17 Barton Lynch 14.00 1 2 55 27.50 3.93 1/4 Kushaal Ram 31.16 6 1 88 88.00 2.82 1/12 Addison Grinham 3.00 0 0 14 4.67 0/14 TOTAL BOWLING 347.83 73 46 959 20.85 2.76 5/29

AW GREEN SHIELD - WICKETKEEPING

Wicket Keeping M Ct St Total Byes Addison Grinham 6 7 1 8 33 Tim Matthews 1 2 0 2 4

53 PLAYER OF THE SEASON: 2008-09 - FINAL POINTS This award is a performance-based award from 1st Grade to 6th Grade. The Player of the Season excludes Sunday 1st Grade Limited Overs games, all PG's & AW Green Shield games and the Final Series. Points are awarded as follows: 1 point for each run scored, 15 points for each wicket taken, 5 points for each catch, 8 points for each stumping and 5 points to the major contributor to a run out. Player Points Player Points 1 Matthew Hilder 1116 56 Barton Lynch 325 2 Kieran Hewar 853 57 Jonathan Walsh 323 3 Michael Watson 824 58 Andrew Walters 316 4 Matthew Wallis 756 59 Manul Kandara 314 5 Brett Jackson 719 60 Alex Sciascia 297 6 Rodney Stafford 694 61 Will Halstead 295 7 Melvin Singh 671 62 David Mitchell 291 8 Andrew Harrison 626 63 Robert Cummings 281 9 James Byrne 601 64 Glen Whichello 276 10 Nigil Singh 590 65 Lance Kahler 275 11 Marcel Green 572 66 Marcus Bain 256 12 Usman Khawaja 552 67 Nathan McCoy 256 13 Alex Brown 549 68 Adam Semple 255 14 Gabriel Budwee 540 69 David Townsend 236 15 Peter Rogers 512 70 Trent Griffiths 217 16 Matthew Yiend 504 71 Andrew Redman 216 17 Troy Brewster 503 72 Sam Muir 212 18 Angus Stewart 499 73 Denesh Hewa-Gamage 202 19 Sam Rochaix 483 74 Glen Carroll 199 20 Tim Laws 480 75 Peter Devlin 199 21 Mark Carroll 472 76 James Marley 196 22 Benn West 469 77 Charith De Silva 187 23 John McLoughlin 464 78 Nathan Hauritz 183 24 George Frazakis 449 79 Jason Trindall 180 25 Cameron Fowler 447 80 Matthew Simmons 178 26 Thomas Holland 442 81 Cameron Gray 172 27 Sean Gardner 439 82 Nicholas Stapleton 168 28 Brenton Barker 427 83 Steve Bidwell-Brown 157 29 Jason Gray 413 84 Burt Cockley 157 30 Ashley Doolan 412 85 Vinaay Halasagi 157 31 Grant Rimmer 406 86 Rachmat Djajadikarta 152 32 Karl Schubert 405 87 Julian Foster-Pullman 105 33 Jordan Magro 404 88 Alex Scott 97 34 Josh James 403 89 Sathvik Shetty 94 35 Mitchell Hunt 402 90 Anthony McGinness 94 36 Giordano Scuglia 402 91 Shaylin Moodliar 83 37 Brandon McLean 395 92 Addison Grinham 82 38 Robert Close 394 93 Andrew Coles 66 39 David Bourke 389 94 Verender Singh 58 40 Denis Hinds 387 95 Ken Attanayake 55 41 Eddie Otto 387 96 Daniel Watene 53 42 Peter Alevizos 385 97 Matthew Doyle 52 43 Philip Bracken 381 98 Mitchell Jones 51 44 Matthew Taylor 380 99 Alan Wright 49 45 Chris Barket 373 100 Fabian Heaton 46 46 William Passas 346 101 Mohan Kessani 43 47 Nick Charlwood 341 102 Robert Huxley 35 48 Kushaal Ram 340 103 Tim Matthews 26 49 Roger Smith 339 104 Murali Chandraskeharan 24 50 Matthew Coles 336 105 Kevin Hemananda 23 51 Lasanga Kannangara 335 106 Dean White 22 52 John Stewart 333 107 Duncan Hunt 20 53 Chris Singh 332 108 Chris King 20 54 Nicholas Saady 330 109 Brett Hunter 20 55 James Tyson 328 110 Will Close 16

54 AWARD WINNERS “HONOUR ROLL”

PLAYER OF THE SEASON CLUBMAN OF THE YEAR CLUBMAN OF THE YEAR PLAYER NON PLAYER 2001-02 Adam Warren 2001-02 Paul Toole 2001-02 Lyall Gardner 2002-03 Matthew Cassar 2002-03 Greg Hartshorne 2002-03 Peter Devlin 2003-04 Jon Lewis 2003-04 Alan Wright 2003-04 Ray Stafford 2004-05 Matthew Taylor 2004-05 Peter Bayley 2004-05 John Connell 2005-06 Sean Porter 2005-06 David Townsend 2005-06 Robin Gardner 2006-07 Brett Hunter 2006-07 Tony Martin 2006-07 Robert Barter 2007-08 Nathan Hauritz 2007-08 Grant Rimmer 2007-08 Bill Anderson 2008-09 Matthew Hilder 2008-09 Denis Hinds 2008-09 Sue Hill

MOST PROMISING PLAYER MOST IMPROVED LOWER MOST PROMISING IN THE CLUB GRADE PLAYER 6TH GRADE PLAYER 2001-02 David Mitchell 2001-02 Neil Cohen 2004-05 Ben Chaplin 2002-03 Rodney Stafford 2002-03 Troy Brewster 2005-06 Graham Hinds 2003-04 Usman Khawaja 2003-04 Peter Spurr 2006-07 Cameron Fowler 2004-05 Matthew Taylor 2004-05 Chris Singh 2007-08 Marcus Bain 2005-06 Peter Alevizos 2005-06 Matthew Wallis 2008-09 Kieran Hewar 2006-07 John McLoughlin 2006-07 Steve Bidwell-Brown 2007-08 Andrew Redman 2007-08 Benn West 2008-09 Jason Gray 2008-09 Grant Rimmer

POIDEVIN GRADE AW GREEN SHIELD AW GREEN SHIELD BEST PLAYER AWARD BEST PLAYER BEST PERFORMANCE 2001-02 Paul Greentree 2001-02 Matthew Tilley 2001-02 Shahzad Ali 2002-03 Alex Sciascia 2002-03 Usman Khawaja 2002-03 Usman Khawaja 2003-04 James Byrne 2003-04 William Passas 2003-04 William Passas 2004-05 Eddie Otto 2004-05 Sean Gardner 2004-05 Peter Alevizos 2005-06 Jamie Boettiger 2005-06 Sean Gardner 2005-06 Robert Close 2006-07 Usman Khawaja 2006-07 Nick Charlwood 2006-07 Nick Charlwood 2007-08 Brett Jackson 2007-08 Barton Lynch 2007-08 Scott Gray 2008-09 Angus Stewart 2008-09 Brandon McLean 2008-09 Vic Tharmarajah

MOST RUNS MOST WICKETS WICKETKEEPING AWARD 2001-02 Richard Chee Quee 2001-02 Adam Warren 2001-02 Daryl Parmenter 2002-03 Geoff Hodgkinson 2002-03 Scott Obey 2002-03 Matthew Taylor 2003-04 Richard Chee Quee 2003-04 Jon Lewis 2003-04 Daryl Parmenter 2004-05 Matthew Taylor 2004-05 Chris Singh 2004-05 Neil Cohen 2005-06 Matthew Taylor 2005-06 Matthew Wallis 2005-06 Fabian Heaton 2006-07 Tim Laws 2006-07 Dean White 2006-07 Neil Cohen 2007-08 Usman Khawaja 2007-08 Benn West 2007-08 Ashley Doolan 2008-09 Brett Jackson 2008-09 Matthew Hilder 2008-09 Peter Rogers

JOHNNY MARTIN 2006-07 Michael Watson 2003-04 Lyall Gardner FIELDING AWARD 2007-08 Matthew Hilder 2004-05 Patricia Hughes 2001-02 Geoff Hodgkinson 2008-09 Brett Jackson 2004-05 Helen Milford 2002-03 Michael Watson ERNIE TOSHACK 2005-06 Alan Wright 2003-04 Paul Greentree MEMORIAL AWARD 2006-07 Brian Proops 2004-05 Joseph Hill 2002-03 Phil Tresidder 2007-08 Wayne Mulherin 2005-06 Tony Martin 2002-03 Noel Hughes 2008-09

ENCOURAGEMENT AWARDS 2001-02 Michael Watson 2001-02 Matthew Taylor 2001-02 George Frazakis 2001-02 Peter Spurr 2001-02 Grant Frakes 2001-02 Keiran Routh 2001-02 Nathan Silvy 2002-03 Nigil Singh 2002-03 Peter Spurr 2002-03 Chad Greenberg 2002-03 James Byrne 2002-03 Eddie Otto 2002-03 Zachary Levien 2002-03 Neil Cohen 2003-04 Marc Anderson 2003-04 Cooper Devine 2003-04 Ben Hill 2003-04 Grant Rimmer 2003-04 Glen Carroll 2003-04 Steve Bidwell-Brown 2003-04 Denesh Hewa-Gamage 2004-05 John McLoughlin 2004-05 Fabian Heaton 2004-05 Matthew Shiner 2004-05 Ian Paterson 2004-05 Shane Brien 2004-05 James Pryde 2004-05 Sean Porter 2004-05 Jake Berry 2004-05 Graham Hinds 2005-06 Ted Neaves 2005-06 Paul Greentree 2005-06 Khan Haretuku 2005-06 Matthew Hilder 2005-06 Adam Lee 2005-06 Will Halstead 2005-06 John Tierney 2005-06 Alex Tomkins 2006-07 Alex Sciascia 2006-07 Scott Gray 2006-07 Nicholas Stapleton 2006-07 Graeme Nichols 2006-07 Cameron Gray 2006-07 Daniel Laus 2006-07 Brendan Sacilotto 2007-08 Jason Gray 2007-08 Robert Close 2007-08 James Tyson 2007-08 Nathan McCoy 2007-08 Charith de Silva 2007-08 Cameron Fowler 2008-09 Gabriel Budwee 2008-09 Thomas Holland 2008-09 Nick Charlwood 2008-09 Matthew Coles 2008-09 Nicholas Stapleton 2008-09 Giordano Scuglia 2008-09 Joshua James 2008-09 Nicholas Saady

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The Award Winners 2008-09

PLAYER OF THE SEASON The O A Taylor / Martin Bedkober Memorial Award Sponsored by Paul Fitzgerald

Ossie Taylor served the Randwick club as a player and administrator for 64 years before his death in 1976. He scored more than 4,500 runs and was Secretary for 19 years, the longest in the club’s history. The O A Taylor Memorial Player of the Season Award was first presented by the Randwick club in 1977.

Martin Bedkober was a promising opening batsman and wicketkeeper with Petersham Marrickville before his untimely death in a cricket match in 1975 aged just 21. In A W Green Shield in 1968-69, he scored 645 runs and effected 23 dismissals behind the stumps—both records for the club. The Martin Bedkober Memorial Trophy for the Most Promising Player was first presented by the Petersham Marrickville club in 1976. Matthew Hilder To say Matt Hilder had a good season is to understate the obvious. The truth is that Matt had a season “to die for”. Simply outstanding. So much so that he won the club’s Player of the Season Competition with a record number of points. Never before in the club’s history has any player tallied up 1116 points. He also won by a record margin with Keiran Hewar some 263 points behind in second place. A new committee member this season, Matt volunteered to take on the captaincy of the 5th Grade team for the summer. His performances over previous seasons left no doubt that he was destined for a higher grade. However, the prospect of providing some leadership stability in a team full of developing players was an opportunity he couldn’t pass up. That he led the team to the 5th Grade Final speaks highly for his commitment to his players and his dedication to the club. As a player, Matt topped the team’s batting and bowling and was also the leading bowler in the whole of the 5th Grade competition. His 408 runs at an average of 34.00 was the third highest in the competition while his total of 51 wickets at 13.37 runs apiece was the best aggregate by 16 wickets. He also snared 6 catches and effected a run-out. His 51 wickets becomes a new club record for 5th Grade and was the first time the magical 50 wickets in-a-season mark had been achieved by a 5th grade player for the club. With a career total of 2799 runs and 147 wickets, Matt Hilder is one of the best allrounders the club has produced and is entitled to be regarded as Randwick Petersham Player of the Season.

CLUBMAN OF THE YEAR - PLAYER The Tim Towers / Stuart Gardner Memorial Award Sponsored by Kingsgrove Sports

Tim Towers was a left hand fast bowler with Randwick. He died in 1991 from cancer aged just 36. Tim played for 11 seasons taking 233 wickets and played in Randwick’s 1977-78 and1979-80 1st Grade premiership teams. The Tim Towers Clubman of the Year Award was first presented by the Randwick club in 1991.

Stuart Gardner was a left hand spin bowler with Petersham Marrickville. He died in 1994 from cancer aged 51. Stuart played for over 30 seasons taking more than 400 wickets and scoring 2000 runs. He played in the 1st Grade premiership team of 1974-75 and was made a life member of the club in 1991. The Stuart Gardner Clubman of the Year Award was first presented by the Petersham Marrickville club in 1994.

Denis Hinds Long standing player Denis Hinds this season stepped up his involvement with the club. Having captained one of the Metro teams for the previous two seasons, this season he took over the organisation of both teams. This task involved verifying availability, organising the selection of teams in conjunction with other selectors as well the thankless task of finding last minute replacements. The latter task is a particularly difficult one as any changes in Grades 1-5 require finding players as replacements who were not originally selected and who were likely to have made other plans. This often required a large number of Friday night phone calls which Denis took on and with great enthusiasm. Denis also took on a mentoring role with the young spinners in the club, often bowling in tandem with them in the nets and offering advice and encouragement. He organised to video their actions and sent the finished product by email to the player with constructive comments. He is partly responsible for the improvement in some of our young spinners particularly Matthew Coles (who took six wickets in 4th Grade at the back end of the season) and Brandon McLean. As a player he managed to take 14 wickets in Metro Cup while filling in in 3rd and 5th grades when shortages were acute. All this, together with his unbridled enthusiasm in captaining the RP Gold Metropolitan Cup side, makes him a worthy winner of this award.

56 CLUBMAN OF THE YEAR – NON PLAYER The Bernie Bayley Memorial Award Sponsored by Margaret Bayley

Bernie Bayley was a popular and enthusiastic volunteer who was manager of the Second Grade team for 5 years prior to his death in February 2009. Bernie’s wife Margaret sponsors this award on behalf of the Bayley Family.

Sue Hill The lifeblood of any cricket club is its volunteers and Randwick Petersham is indeed fortunate to have a dedicated and committed group of people to ensure that we can continue to provide an enjoyable and rewarding cricket experience for all involved. Sue Hill is a tireless worker who supports our club in a variety of ways. As someone who prefers to stay in the background, some of Sue’s endeavours may go unnoticed; but that’s just the way she likes it; less of the talk and plenty of action. Sue is probably most recognised for her outstanding efforts in the canteen with Robin Gardner on match days. Umpires and opposition alike relish their trips away to play Randwick Petersham. The hospitality is legendary in grade cricket circles and it’s our ladies that have made it so. Can you imagine after a gruelling week of work and having to put up with son Eddie driving her mad with talk about the and Chelsea, fronting up at Petersham and Coogee Ovals, sometimes both on the one day, and making sure that everything runs smoothly and we’re all well watered and fed? From the regulars expecting their usual cup of tea; to those visitors occasionally strolling past; whether it’s Richard sneaking a biscuit when he thinks no one’s watching or a horde of hungry cricketers elbowing one another to get to the front of the afternoon tea queue, everyone is greeted with a kind word and a smile. Sue Hill is a unique person. She is one of the most genuine, loyal and devoted people members of this club have had the benefit to meet. Everything about her is done with a minimum of fuss, but maximum effort. We are privileged to have a person of the calibre of Sue Hill as our friend. As a true “champion” of Randwick Petersham, it is a pleasure to have her recognised as “Clubman of the Year”.

MOST PROMISING PLAYER IN THE CLUB The Keith Austin Memorial Award Sponsored by Alan Austin Keith Austin was a long time supporter of the Randwick club before his death in 1948. This award was first presented by his sons, Alan and Stan in 1949. Jason Gray Last season as an A W Green Shield member and part-time 5th grader, Jason received the Phil Tresidder Encouragement Award amid claims from good judges that he was a real “player of the future”. Those predictions weren’t far from the mark as he virtually took all before him this season. Lining up for his second season in the A W Green Shield team, this right handed 14 year old was promoted to 4th Grade after the first game of the season in 5’s where he hit an impressive 52. He went on to play 7 matches in 4th Grade which was enough to see him win both the batting aggregate and average for the season with 259 runs at 51.80. His top score of 71 not out featured in a new club record 9th wicket partnership of 108 with Nick Charlwood against Wests at Punchbowl Oval. He also hit a fine half-century (53 not out) against Bankstown to secure a good win for his side. Weight of runs saw him promoted to 3rd Grade where he spent the remaining 5 matches of the season. While he didn’t set the world on fire in that grade he showed enough of his ability to ensure that his name will be uppermost in the selectors minds when gradings at that level are announced next season. At just 14 years of age, Jason has a very bright future.

MOST IMPROVED LOWER GRADE PLAYER The Burke and Davies Families Award Sponsored by Chris Burke and Ross Davies Kevin Burke was a senior vice president of Randwick who first presented this award in 1976. Kevin died in 1998. Chris Burke is a nephew of Kevin and a former long-term lower grade player with Randwick Haydn Davies, father of Life Member Ross, was a vice president and great supporter of Randwick who died in 1984. His memorial award was first presented in 1992. Ross’ brother Peter, was the captain of Randwick’s first 5th Grade team in 1978 which made the semi-finals. He died in May 2002. Grant Rimmer Grant Rimmer may well be regarded as the Randwick Petersham equivalent of Penfold’s Grange as like that excellent wine, he is getting better with age. Grant had another consistent season taking 23 wickets in grades 2 to 4 with his medium-paced swingers. His efforts took him past the 150 wicket mark for the club to a healthy total of 168 while his overall grade cricket career record increased to 258 wickets since he first pulled on a Randwick baggy green cap back 1992-93. While he has had many wonderful returns at the bowling crease, there have been few better than his 6 for 28 against Sydney to enable 4th Grade to win by 5 wickets this season. His 5 for 21 in the last game against Blacktown including the last man was also timely as it gave his 3rd Grade team an exciting one run win. Grant also has written himself into the

57 club record books with his batting as he is the holder of two last wicket partnership records. In 2006-07, he and Ollie Saffel put on a club and 5th Grade record of 123 runs for the 10th wicket against Mosman. This season, he and Jordan Magro set a new 3rd Grade 10th wicket partnership record of 92 which was 51 more than the previous record. Interestingly, Grant’s two career highest scores of 36 and 33 not out were achieved in setting these records. For a man who topped the 5th Grade bowling aggregate in 2001- 02 and 2003-04, his promotion for a match in 2nd Grade is clear evidence of his improvement this season and he is a worthy winner of this award which he first won under the old Randwick banner back in 1999- 2000.

MOST PROMISING 6TH GRADE PLAYER The Alan Wright Award Sponsored by Alan Wright Alan Wright played Grade Cricket for over 40 years with Randwick / Randwick Petersham. He is a Life Member of the club, a member of the Management Committee and Chairman of Selectors.

Keiran Hewar It was hard to go past Keiran Hewar as the most promising player in the 6th Grade (Metropolitan Cup) competition. He was the first player for the club to exceed the 50 wickets mark and in terms of the old adage that “bowlers win matches”, it was no surprise that his team, Randwick Petersham Green, took out the cup for the first time. A pace bowler with a competitive temperament from the land of the “Long White Cloud”, this right hand firebrand caused plenty of havoc among opposing batsmen. Enjoying the challenge, he was the only player to play in all 16 matches and bowled a huge 225 overs to finish with 51 wickets at the imposing average of 11.96 runs per wicket. His bowling workload in fact ranked third behind 5th Grade’s Matt Hilder (238 overs) and 1st Grade leggie Rod Stafford who sent down 225.5 overs. Keiran’s best bowling was a haul of 6 wickets for just 26. However, probably his most important wicket came in the Grand Final when, with only 2 runs required by our opponents Wests to take the cup, he produced the premiership winning wicket….his only scalp for the innings! While Keiran’s value with the ball cannot be denied, he is no slouch with the bat either, scoring a total of 168 runs with a top score of 35 not out to complete a memorable season.

BEST POIDEVIN GRAY PLAYER The Clive Johnston Memorial Award Sponsored by John Pearson Clive Johnston was an outstanding player with the Petersham and Petersham Marrickville clubs, captaining 1st Grade for 17 of his 21 seasons. He was in three premiership winning teams and scored over 10,500 grade cricket runs. He also played for NSW on 11 occasions including a number as captain. Clive died in 1991 and this award was presented for the first time by Petersham Marrickville that same year. Angus Stewart As an 18 year-old batsman keen to improve his game, Angus ventured to Sydney this season from his home in England. He had obvious ability as he hit 101 against Gordon in 4th Grade in his first match in Sydney Grade cricket. He carried that form into the Poidevin Gray competition where he rattled up an identical score against North Sydney. He also hit 60 against Sydney University and 33 against Gordon as part of his PG season’s tally of 256 runs at the excellent average of 51.20. Apart from being the club’s top batsman, his aggregate was the fourth best in the whole PG competition. He is clearly a cricketer with a future and his development in the “Old Dart” will be followed closely by his many club friends.

BEST A W GREEN SHIELD PLAYER The Cartwright Insurances Award Sponsored by Len Cartwright Cartwright Insurances has presented this award since 1975 courtesy of Len Cartwright, who was a 1st Grade wicketkeeper / batsman with Randwick and is now a vice president of Randwick Petersham.

Brandon McLean With the experience he gained playing in 3rd Grade early in the season, Brandon started the Green Shield season off with a bang, scoring an excellent 106. He went on to make a half-century against eventual winners North Sydney and 41 against Sydney Uni when we were struggling initially. His bowling was consistent with the games against Wests and Gordon proving fruitful. Brandon was a senior player of the side and was also fantastic in the field - his catch in the final game in the rare position at bat-pad was a classic. He is a player with a lot of potential and has a great future in the club. He also played four games in the PG competition and was a hit in that form of the game. Brandon was named as a shadow player in the A W Green Shield Combined representative teams.

58 BEST A W GREEN SHIELD PERFORMANCE The Col Hollingsworth Memorial Award Sponsored by John Benaud Col Hollingsworth was a gifted young cricketer who died tragically at the age of 23 in 1966. He played for four years in the Petersham Marrickville A W Green Shield team before going on to captain NSW Colts. He was a first grader at age 16. The Col Hollingsworth Memorial Award was first presented by the Petersham Marrickville club in 1967.

Vic Tharmarajah The team’s best performance of the season came in the first round against Manly. Vic made inroads early with the ball and then was asked to come back for a second spell when the game was in a delicate position. What was to follow was something special. Just when Manly thought they were going to snare the points, Vic bowled a dot ball to start the over followed by a run out, another dot, two wickets in a row and a dot to finish the over. He finished with 5-29 off 8.3 overs enabling us to take the match by 29 runs. Vic took wickets in every game and went for less than 3 an over. He finished with 13 wickets at an average of 12.38 and played in the Combined Green Shield Second X1 where he took a wicket.

THE KEN DEVLIN AWARDS Ken Devlin is a vice president of Randwick Petersham, husband of Madge and father of Steve and Peter, all of whom have been involved with the club as they were with Randwick for over 30 years. Ken first presented these awards at Randwick in 1983. Note : To ensure all players have an equal opportunity to compete for these awards, the calculation of most runs and wickets excludes the Grade final series of matches and Sunday games in the 1st Grade Limited Overs Competition.

MOST RUNS: Brett Jackson 589 runs Since he joined the club last season, good judges have had a high opinion of this gifted ball striker. He was last season’s Poidevin Gray under 21 Player of the Season and the way he played in that competition gave every indication this season could be a big one for him. And so it proved to be. He was the leading overall rungetter for the club as well as in 1st Grade where he hit 724 runs at the healthy average of 38.11. It was the 589 runs he scored in matches other than 1st Grade limited overs matches however, which won him this award. His top score of 106 against Hawkesbury was his first in 1st Grade as well as for the club. He was also dynamic against Sydney University where he hit 85 opening the innings. Other top knocks included 66 against Sutherland and a fine 57 against premiers St George. His performances won him selection in the NSW Colts team to play Queensland but illness prevented him taking his place in the Blues’ lineup. In just two seasons, Brett has amassed a total of 1,261 runs for the club including 1,076 in 1st Grade. His cagy medium pacers add an extra dimension to his game as does his fielding where he excels. He is an exciting player and it will be no surprise to anyone if representative honours come his way in the not-too-distant future.

MOST WICKETS: Matthew Hilder 47 wickets Taking on the important role of 5th Grade captain meant that Matt needed to lead by example and clearly he did just that. He was the first lower-grade player in the club’s eight year history to achieve 50 wickets in a season. In fact he ended up with 51 although the 47 he took during the competition excluding the final series was the number which won him this award. His best performance was an amazing 8 for 69 off 29 overs against Eastern Suburbs while he had other great returns including 5-45 against Parramatta, 5- 62 against Sutherland, 5-31 against North Sydney and 5-29 against University of NSW. Matt started the season with a club career total of 96 wickets and made it to 100 in the first match when he took 4 for 28 against Gordon. His bowling average of just 13.37 runs per wicket off a massive 263 overs was also an indication of how well he bowled this season. He was the SCA’s leading wickettaker in the 5th Grade competition by a huge 16 wicket margin and finished the season with 147 wickets to be the club’s leading 5th Grade wickettaker.

THE WICKETKEEPING AWARD The David Sherwood Memorial Award Sponsored by John Watson of Watson Buchan, Surveyors David Sherwood was scorer of the Randwick 1st Grade team for 52 years. He made six overseas tours as scorer for the Australian team before his death in 1985. The SCA 5th Grade trophy bears his name.

Peter Rogers In his third season with the club and in Metropolitan Cup cricket, Peter Rogers can take a great deal of pride from his role in his RP Green team’s win in the competition. Peter was an absolute tower of strength as team wicketkeeper and high order batsman. The man with the “Golden Gloves” was just sensational behind the stumps effecting 32 dismissals with an amazing 11 of them . He also conceded just 45 byes in the 13 matches he played. A specialist of the leg-side stumping, he was able to grab many much needed wickets at crucial times in important matches emphasising the value of a good

59 wicketkeeper to any team. He also was one of the batting mainstays scoring 379 runs with a highest score of 94, which was a particularly good effort considering his previous best in two seasons was just 35. Peter is the first winner of this prestigious award while still a member of a Metropolitan Cup team and his success in this regard is as much for his enthusiasm and commitment as it is for his skill.

THE FIELDING AWARD The Johnny Martin Memorial Award Sponsored by Talisman Marketing through former player Mark Sundin Johnny Martin was a left hand ”chinaman” bowler who played 77 times for NSW and 8 times for Australia. He played with Petersham Marrickville for 15 seasons travelling 780kms each weekend from Burrell Creek. He took 450 grade wickets, scored 3500runs and was a superb fieldsman. He captained the 1st Grade side and won three premierships. The Johnny Martin Memorial Award was first awarded by Petersham Marrickville in 1993 following his death a year earlier.

Brett Jackson We are very fortunate to have so many great fielders in the club. Each season the winner of this award is someone who has been particularly brilliant in the field and this year was no exception. Brett Jackson is an outstanding allround fieldsman who excels in any position from first slip to boundary rope. He has great anticipation and athleticism, backed up by an excellent throwing arm. This season Brett held on to 9 catches and effected 2 run-outs. Some of his performances were simply outstanding such as his low diving effort against Sutherland which had to be seen to be believed. Brett is a most worthy winner of this award named after one of the best fielders to ever lace on a boot.

THE ENCOURAGEMENT AWARDS

THE PHIL TRESIDDER FAMILY AWARD Phil Tresidder was a Life Member and Patron of the club who died in 2003. Phil was involved with the Randwick club for 60 years and served as President for 10 years. This award is sponsored by his niece Christine Hall and her husband Christopher. Gabriel Budwee Gabe was one of the real successes of the season, his first with the club. An all rounder, he played mainly in 5th Grade taking 21 wickets with his medium pacers while hitting 275 runs at an average of 34.38 with a top score of 54. He also played 3 matches in 4th Grade where he took another 4 wickets. A bowler able to maintain a consistent line and length and an aggressive hard-hitting batsman, at just 17 years of age, Gabriel looks to have a bright future in Sydney Grade cricket.

THE PETER ROLLS AWARD Peter Rolls is a Life Member of the club and a former 1st Grade player with Petersham Marrickville. Thomas Holland A left handed high order batsman and occasional bowler, Thomas is also a strong fielder holding all catches that went his way this season. He moved from scoring 20’s and 30’s last season to 30’s and 40’s this season with 127 in Metro Cup his best score. His 74 in the 5th Grade qualifying final was an innings which displayed patience and maturity beyond his 18 years. He left Marcellin College after completing the HSC at the end of 2008 and is currently at University.

THE DUNCAN SCOTT-GLASSOCK MEMORIAL AWARD Duncan Scott-Glassock was a former 1st Grade seam bowler with Randwick in the 1970’s who died in 2006 aged just 57. This award continues in his name through the generosity of his wife Penny and family. Nick Charlwood Right hand pace bowler Nick Charlwood has had the “wraps” on him ever since he wrote his name into the club’s A W Green Shield record books when he took 20 wickets at 8.30 in 2006-07. That promise really showed through this season particularly in terms of his attitude and approach to his bowling moreso than the figures he returned. His HSC commitments at Newington reduced his availability to just 9 matches, 7 of which were in 4th Grade. His fielding also came on in leaps and bounds this season while his batting developed to such an extent that he is now a holder of the 4th Grade 9th wicket partnership record of 108 of which his contribution was a masterful 59. Nick is an outstanding talent.

THE WAYNE MULHERIN AWARD Wayne Mulherin is a Life Member and Committee Member of the club and former President of Petersham Marrickville who played Sheffield Shield cricket for NSW. Matthew Coles A right hand off spinner, Matt had a sensational game in the last game of the season and his first in 4th Grade, when he took 6 wickets for 23 off 10 overs against Blacktown at Petersham Oval. It was an outstanding performance from the 17 year old and reflected the enthusiasm he displayed with regular attendance at club practice sessions. His batting also came on this season and he ended up opening the batting for 5th Grade in the Finals Series where he scored a superb 50 in the semi-final.

60 THE JOHN CONNELL AWARD John Connell has been a manager of many club teams including a number which have won premierships. Nicholas Stapleton Nicholas is a right hand opening batsman with plenty of potential. He played in the club’s A W Green Shield team in 2007-08 and this year ventured into the grade ranks where he played 5 matches in 5th Grade and 2 in 4ths. His 63 in the 5th Grade semi-final was an outstanding innings and enabled his team to make the Final. At 16 years of age he attends Waverley College and with school 1st XI duties is missing for the large part of the grade season. He looks an outstanding prospect.

THE GREG HARTSHORNE AWARD Greg Hartshorne is the CEO of the club, a Life Member and former 1st Grade Captain of Petersham Marrickville who played in four successive Randwick Petersham premiership teams from 2002 to 2006. He is also a NSW State Selector. Giordano Scuglia This right hand leg spin bowler and mid to low order batsman is just 14 years of age. He had some tremendous performances in his first season with the club playing in Denis Hind’s 6th Grade team. He took 20 wickets at the superb average of just 14.70 with a best return of 5 for 32. He also scored 92 runs with 28 his highest score. He is extremely enthusiastic and has a strong training record.

THE MIKE WHITNEY AWARD Mike Whitney is the President of the club, a Life Member and former Australian and NSW left hand fast bowler who played for Randwick from 1976 until 1994. Joshua James At just 18 years of age, Josh was one of the finds of the season with his pacy left armers. He opened the bowling and in 5th Grade finished the season with an impressive 19 wickets at an average of 21.37 while he also took another 4 wickets in 3 matches in 4’s. His best performance was 4 for 23 in 5th Grade. While he only scored a handful of runs he showed glimpses of batting talent with an unconquered 27 in 4th Grade. He was another of our HSC students completing his studies at Waverley College.

THE BILL ANDERSON AWARD Bill Anderson is the club’s Director of Coaching, a Life Member and was one of Sydney’s leading batsmen as a member of the Petersham Marrickville 1st Grade team during the 1970’s and 1980’s. Nicholas Saady Although in his second season with the club, this promising all rounder is still just 14 years of age. A pupil at Marcellin College, Nicholas scored 174 runs in 6th Grade this season with a top score of 74. He also took 8 wickets with his medium pacers. His efforts won him 6 matches in 5th Grade where he also performed with distinction.

THE ERNIE TOSHACK MEMORIAL AWARD Sponsored by Lyall Gardner Ernie Toshack, a member of Don Bradman’s 1948 “Invincibles”, holds a special place in the history of Randwick Petersham Cricket because he is the only cricketer to have played with the three clubs behind Randwick Petersham – Petersham, Marrickville and Randwick. He died in May 2003 and the club committee introduced this award in July 2003.

2007-08 Winner: Wayne Mulherin Because of Ernie Toshack’s unequalled association with Randwick Petersham Cricket, the Management Committee of the club has honoured his memory with a special annual award. The award is announced and presented each year at the Annual General Meeting of the club to a person or persons who the Management Committee determines has or have made a significant contribution to the club, either directly or indirectly through the club or founding clubs over an extended period of time.

At the Annual General Meeting on 29 July 2008, Wayne Mulherin was announced as the winner of the sixth Ernie Toshack Memorial Award. It was no surprise to anyone that Wayne had won this award having regard to the outstanding contribution he has made to cricket and to the Randwick Petersham club. Wayne Mulherin joined Petersham Marrickville in !982-83 after a stint with the former Balmain (now Sydney) club where he made his 1st Grade debut as a 19 year old after starting out as a Green Shield boy. He began his “Petes” career in sensational style taking 14 wickets in his first match with his off-spinners against Gordon while hitting the first ball he faced for six! The following season he won a place in the NSW State Squad and subsequently was selected in the Blues’ Sheffield Shield team. The seasons which followed also saw him runner-up on two occasions in the Sydney Morning Herald’s Bill O’Reilly Medal Award. He retired from playing in 1997 and was elected President of the club the following year. Three years later he was awarded life membership of the club.. In his capacity as President of Petersham Marrickville, Wayne was a leading light in the development of the plan to merge with Randwick in 2001. His enthusiasm, guidance and support ensured a smooth transition as two of Sydney’s oldest and most respected cricket clubs came together to form Randwick Petersham. Under the new banner Wayne took over the important role of Chairman of the Grounds Committee, a function he has undertaken with unwavering enthusiasm for the past eight years. In the club’s second year he joined the Management Committee and has continued his work for the benefit of the club and the game. Work pressures have however, forced him to stand down from his official roles with the club for the foreseeable future. It takes a special person to be nominated for this award. Wayne Mulherin is such a person and he can be well satisfied that his contribution has been recognised by the club in honouring him with this prestigious award.

61 Gallery of Champions

A reflection on the cricket careers of those many champions of the past who shaped the club into what it is today. Presented by Life Member Lyall Gardner OAM

Johnny Martin 1931-1992

There have been few greater entertainers on the cricket field than John Wesley Martin. “Little Fav” as he was known, was a wily left-hand unorthodox spin bowler, an aggressive six-hitting batsman and enthusiastic fieldsman whose smiling and chirpy demeanour made him a huge favourite with cricket crowds around the world.

A product of the thriving metropolis of Burrell Creek near Taree, Martin was 22 years old when he ventured to Sydney to play with the Petersham-Marrickville club as a batsman in the 1953-54 season. Interestingly, he had been approached to play rugby league with Newtown and cricket with Randwick two years earlier, but decided he wasn’t ready at that time to leave the family Burrell Creek Post Office business, his parents or three brothers and six sisters.

In making the return train trip from Taree to Sydney each weekend, Martin was attempting to fulfill an ambition to become a Test cricketer having had the urge since seeing Bradman and Barnes each make 234 against England at the SCG when he made his first trip to Sydney at age 15. The train trip itself was only for the dedicated as young Johnny would leave Taree at 9.40pm on a Friday night arriving at Central at 6am the following Saturday morning. After playing for Petersham-Marrickville he would begin the return trip catching the 7.45pm train from Central Saturday night arriving in Taree Sunday morning around 3am.

John made the trek from Burrell Creek to play with Petersham-Marrickville for 16 seasons, finally calling it a day after the 1968-69 season. In his time with Pete’s he scored more than 3,000 runs and took close to 430 wickets. Probably his most interesting Grade Cricket statistic is the 200 sixes he hit. He was a prolific six hitter and had publicly declared that he wanted to hit at least one ball over the fence every time he batted!

The 100th first class match against Queensland in 1956- 57 saw Johnny Martin’s Sheffield Shield debut. He did well, taking 3-68 and 2-50 with the ball, scored 47 with the bat and held on to 5 catches. That was the first of 78 matches Martin would play for the State over the following 12 seasons scoring 2,582 runs and taking 293 wickets while holding 83 catches.

The 1960-61 season brought with it one of the greatest- ever Test series when the West Indies played five matches in Australia. In what was a dream come true, Johnny played in three of those matches taking an amazing three wickets in four balls in his first Test Match in . And what wickets they were! The brilliant , the great (caught at slip first ball) and the captain Frank Worrell.

When he retired in 1968, he had played 8 Tests and a total of 135 first class matches. His best Test score was Johnny Martin 55 while he hit 101 against in Sheffield Shield. His 8 for 97 against Victoria in 1962-63 at the SCG remained his best bowling performance. Overall his first class career wickets totalled 445 while he scored 3,970 runs and took 114 catches.

Johnny Martin died from a heart attack in 1992 aged 60 having survived another 20 years earlier.

62 O. A. Taylor 1900-1976

The often heard comment that a person had given a “lifetime of service” to a particular club or organisation has no greater meaning than the contribution to the Randwick District Cricket Club by Oswald A. Taylor. “Os” as he was affectionately known, joined Randwick as a youngster in the 1912-13 season and remained involved with the club until his passing in 1976, a period of 64 years. Not only was his an amazing contribution to the club but also to the game of cricket which he loved so dearly.

As a player he was a more than useful batsman scoring 4,559 runs with four centuries during a playing career spanning 33 years. A lower grades player, he topped the batting aggregate on three occasions with his best being the 578 runs he scored in 3rd Grade in the 1926-27 season.

However, it was as an administrator where Os excelled, occupying every administrative position in the club with the exception of Hon. Treasurer. He was Assistant Secretary for one year (1914-15), Hon. Secretary for 19 years (1915-16; 1928-46), President for 5 years (1946-51), selector and captain for many years and eventually Patron for 20 years from 1957 until his death in 1976. He was awarded life membership in 1931.

Amazingly, of the 64 annual general meetings held after he joined the club, he attended 62 and offered apologies on the other two occasions due to his involvement in World War I and because of ill health in his final year.

Os was also a wonderful contributor at association level being a Randwick delegate to the NSW Cricket Association from 1929 until 1946 and a member of the Country Committee. He also served as manager of NSW Sheffield Shield teams to Victoria and South Australia and of the NSW Second XI. He was made a life member of NSWCA in 1944.

It has been said by many who served with him that in carrying out his profession as a master teacher at Randwick Intermediate High then later at Sydney Boy’s High, that Os performed his greatest work, inspiring in the minds of so many young boys the love of cricket and more importantly, the basis of clean living and good sportsmanship. His success in this regard is emphasised by the number of Randwick 1st graders and NSW players, including Alex Marks, Jack Carter and Max Ward, who passed through his hands.

Os Taylor’s philosophical approach to the game of cricket may be summed up by reference to his foreword to Randwick’s Jubilee Anniversary booklet in 1950 which is reproduced above. His comments in reflecting the ideals of the game are as relevant now as they were then, almost 60 years ago.

It was Os’ wish that the club which had given him so much joy throughout his life should remember him in the years to follow. Accordingly, in his will Os provided the club with a legacy to establish a perpetual trophy to commemorate his name. The Randwick management committee subsequently decided that the Player of the Season would be a fitting annual award to bear the name of one of the icons of Randwick. The name of O. A. Taylor, a true scholar and gentleman, is remembered to this day on the Randwick Petersham Player of the Season Award.

63 Noel Hughes

When the famous Petersham Marrickville and Randwick clubs got together in July 2001, it was no surprise to anyone to see Noel Hughes installed as a joint Patron along with the long serving Randwick personality Phil Tresidder. Few people have had a longer association with a grade cricket club than Noel Hughes.

A product of Lewisham Christian Brothers, Noel joined the old Marrickville club as a Green Shield boy in 1943-44. He joined Petersham the following summer and in 1948-49 made his 1st Grade debut. The Annual Report of that season comments that Noel’s “promotion from Second to First Grade was well merited and he should be an acquisition”. Prophetic words as Noel went on to score around 11,000 runs for the club, including some 10,000 in 1st Grade in a playing career spanning more than 30 seasons.

Noel was a permanent fixture in Pete’s 1st Grade team for 21 seasons and was part of the premiership winning sides of 1954-55, 1955-56 and 1961-62. He also captained the team for three seasons in the early seventies following the retirement of Clive Johnston. He rates Johnny Martin, Bill Alley and among the best he played with.

A notable feature of Noel Hughes’ outstanding career was the seasons he had in 1953 and 1954 with the English county club Worcester. Ironically the opportunity to play came from Randwick’s Jock Livingston a regular with Northamptonshire, who suggested to Noel after he had played well against Randwick at Coogee Oval and in a NSW Colts match against Queensland at SCG 2, that he would be an ideal prospect for an English county team. It was on his recommendation that Worcester snapped up the budding top class batsman. Noel ‘Pommie’ Hughes After two seasons, the grind of county cricket and homesickness eventually got the better of Noel and despite the fact wife Pat and eldest son Garry joined him in England where they celebrated the birth of number two son Mark, the Hughes family returned to Australia and the Petersham-Marrickville club. Noel’s experience in the “Old Dart” proved a valuable tonic for the Pete’s and in his first season back he was able to join with his teammates in celebrating a well earned 1st Grade premiership victory.

A lasting legacy from his Worcester playing days is the nickname “Pommie”, which he has been known by for the past 55 years.

Noel’s involvement with Petersham-Marrickville has been a truly family affair. In 1947 he introduced his then girlfriend Pat to the club to help out with afternoon teas, a role she continued to perform at Petersham Oval for the next 60 years. Sons Garry, Mark and Graeme also proved to be “chips of the old block” and went on to don the Petersham-Marrickville colors while Graeme went the extra step and played first class cricket for New South Wales before becoming a dual State representative through rugby league.

While Noel’s playing days ended in 1975-76 he continued to serve the club as a committee member and when he eventually stood down in 1998, he had chalked up a mammoth 42 successive years as an administrator. Deservedly, he was awarded Life Membership of his beloved Petersham Marrickville in 1971 while in 2000 he, along with his wonderful wife Patricia, was awarded the Australian Sports Medal by the Governor-General.

Noel Hughes has contributed a lifetime of service, dedication and loyalty to cricket and to the Petersham- Marrickville / Randwick Petersham club. To this day he remains Patron of Randwick Petersham and there is no person more entitled to this privileged honour.

64 Wesley Hall

It’s an interesting concept to imagine that a cricketer who played just one season with a club which was around for 100 years, could be regarded as one who had a lasting influence on that organisation’s progress and development. Such was the inspiration and value however, of the famous West Indian fast bowler Wesley Hall who played for Randwick in the 1965- 66 season.

International stars within Sydney grade cricket ranks was an unknown phenomenon in the mid 1960’s. But the entrepreneurial thinking of newly-appointed publicity officer Phil Tresidder swayed George Wintle, the livewire Secretary Manager of the booming South Sydney Juniors Leagues Club to fund a plan to bring big Wes to Coogee. He had been such a force in the 1960-61 Test Series in Australia, particularly in the famous Tied Test in where he had match figures of 9 for 103. His presence at suburban grounds throughout the summer put Sydney Grade cricket back on the map.

One of the fastest bowlers ever to send a cricket ball over 20 metres, Hall was a fearsome prospect. With a classical action and long rythmical approach which began near the sightscreens at Coogee Oval, the bulging eyes, gold glinting teeth and crucifix swinging across his chest struck fear into many opposing grade batsman as he came in to bowl. His pace was measured to be in the 90-95 mph range and he bowled as if he expected to take a wicket every ball. He was an aesthetic joy to the many hundreds of spectators who ventured to Coogee and other suburban grounds to watch Randwick play.

Hall’s influence on the Randwick club was significant. Not only did he take 56 wickets and lift the team from 10th to 4th and a semi-final spot, but he renewed interest in cricket in the area. The Randwick Rugby Club opposite Coogee Oval with a grandstand view of the cricket was continually packed on match days. Snack bars, poker machines and bars did a roaring trade to such an extent, that when 1st Grade was to play away, the suggestion was made to drop Wes to seconds! Associate membership also reached a peak helped along by Wesley Hall the sign at Coogee Oval which read: “Become a Randwick Cricket associate member for this great WEST Indian Summer”.

Wes was also an inspiration to the younger players. Apart from captaining the 1st Grade team, he managed both the Poidevin Gray under 21 years team and the A W Green under 16 years team. He also visited more than 50 schools in the area. Bill Beath, the Randwick President and a local headmaster, commented that Hall’s visit to his school was valuable not only for it’s cricket coaching’s worth but also for the outstanding Social Studies lesson he gave the children!

Wes Hall spent just one season with Randwick, yet his influence remains indelibly etched in the memories of many. The stories of that amazing summer continue to be told. A favourite is the time Wes took the gloves at the start of play and kept wickets without pads until the late arrival of regular ’keeper, Keith Edwards. That story and many like it were recounted some 19 years later when Wes was guest of honour at a special club dinner at Randwick Rugby Club when he was in Australia as manager of the West Indies Test team. He brought with him the captain , , , Jeff Dujon, and . The fact that Wes was able to recall a fitting story about each of his 14 1965-66 1st Grade team mates in attendance, “brought the house down” on a real night to remember.

Wesley’s fond memories of his days at Randwick were again emphasised in the year 2000 when he made the trip from his home in Barbados to be guest speaker at the Randwick Centenary Dinner at the AJC Centre at Randwick. He also bowled the first ball in a special Centenary Cricket Match at Coogee Oval a few days later although on that occasion, he said he found it rather strange not pushing himself off the sightscreens on his approach to the wicket!

Wes Hall played 48 Test Matches for the West Indies between 1958 and 1969 taking 192 wickets and scoring 818 runs.

65 Top Class in First Class

Last season we celebrated that we had four players represent New South Wales at first class cricket level. This season those four players, Simon Katich, Nathan Hauritz, Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley took their game to another level and made all of us at Randwick Petersham proud in the process. Simon and Nathan went on to play Test Match cricket for Australia while both Usman and Burt strengthened their reputations as regular and important members of the New South Wales Blues’ team. It was also a first for the club when Simon and Nathan played together in the same Test Match against New Zealand in . While this dual international representation was new to RPCC, two of the foundation clubs had tasted such success many years earlier. Randwick achieved the feat in 1981 when Mike Whitney and John Dyson played for Australia together at Old Trafford while the former Marrickville club had two of , Ernie Toshack and Ron Saggers play together in each of the five Tests on Don Bradman’s “Invincibles” Ashes tour of 1948. Here’s a summary of our first class players’ season.

Simon Katich This time last year we were wondering if Simon might get a recall to Test Match cricket after an amazing domestic season which he dominated in Sheffield Shield. Within a few months, not only had he been brought back into the Australian fold but bookmakers were framing betting markets on who would be his Test Match batting partner to open against the Springboks on the tour of South Africa!

Recalled to the Australian side as a “spare” batsman for the tour of West Indies, the New South Wales captain got an unexpected opportunity to open the batting in the First Test in Jamaica when Matt Hayden was injured. Grasping the chance with both hands, Simon finished the three Test series with 319 runs including centuries at Antigua (113) and Barbados (157). For a player who had lost his CA contract in 2007, “the Kat was back”!

Since that series, Simon has gone from strength to strength and is now one of the most consistent and reliable players in the Australian Test squad. He has played series against India in India, New Zealand and South Africa in Australia and South Africa in South Africa. A total of 12 Test Matches returning 1,070 runs at an average of 50.95 per innings which includes 131 not out against New Zealand in Brisbane, 108 v South Africa in Durban and 102 against India in Nagpur. He also had scores of 83, 54, 61, 55, 54, 66 and 64. Not bad for a “comeback” player!

In the Test against New Zealand in Brisbane, Simon joined a select band of just 10 Australians who carried their bat in a Test Match. Batting at the top of the order, Simon finished 131 not out off 245 balls in 346 minutes in a total score of 268. It was also the first time that feat had been achieved in Brisbane.

With Simon one of the first to be picked for what will be his third Ashes tour of England this winter, he has a great opportunity to add to his imposing Test record which stands at 2,649 runs at an impressive average of 43.42 with 7 centuries and 15 half-centuries from 38 Tests.

While his Test stats represent outstanding stuff, his first class record itself deserves special mention. Since his debut with Western Australia as a 21 year old in 1996-97, Simon has scored a mammoth 16,289 first class runs at the amazing average of 54.66. In the 200 first class matches he has played, he has hit 46 centuries and 85 fifties from 343 innings. When you add the 6,779 one-day runs he has scored in 209 matches, plus another heap in Twenty20 cricket including those from a two season stint in the with Kings XI Punjab, you have one of the most successful modern day cricketers still playing the game.

Well done and well deserved Simon Katich, cricketer extraordinaire.

66 Nathan Hauritz With a smile as wide as the Sydney Harbour Bridge. That was how Nathan Hauritz took the field for Australia in the Second Test against New Zealand at Adelaide last November. And after a four year wait to again wear the baggy green, that smile showed just how much he cherished the opportunity.

It was one of those bizarre happenings in sport. Nathan had been left cooling his heels as 12th man in the Blues’ Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland at the SCG the week before the Test. A twisted ankle in training by selected Aussie off- spinner resulted in a May Day call to Nathan and he was off to Adelaide and into the Test team! From 12th man in Shield cricket to Australian no.1 spinner within a week. Bizarre! And the fairytale continued with Australian captain throwing Nathan the ball before lunch on day one. By innings end Nathan had bowled 16 overs for the tidy return of 2 for 63. He followed that up with a terrific performance in the second innings displaying guile and skill in taking 2 for 32 from 24 overs with 11 maidens. His efforts enabled Australia to take the match comfortably and earn himself a tick of approval from Ricky Ponting.

With the South Africans in Australia for the summer, Nathan received another call up when selected for the . A huge occasion and one where “Haurie” acquitted himself superbly, taking 3 for 98 from a massive 43 overs in the first innings and 1 for 41 in the second. He was retained for the Sydney Test where he displayed his allround capabilities hitting 41 with the bat while returning 0 for 68 and 1 for 47 with the ball. His performances impressed selectors and he was named in the Australian touring party for the return Test and One Day International (ODI) Series in South Africa in March 2009.

While the decision to play all three Tests without a specialist spinner in South Africa left Nathan to roll his arm over in the nets, he was picked in the five ODI’s which followed where he performed with distinction taking man of the match honours in the fifth match with 24 not out and 2 for 34 off 9 overs. His 4 for 29 off 8 overs in the first match also enabled Australia to snatch an unexpected victory. Immediately after that series Australia took on Pakistan in a five ODI tournament in the United Arab Emirates. Nathan played in all five matches taking 8 wickets at an average of just 21.3 to help secure the series for Australia. Having also played in a couple of the ODI’s against South Africa in Australia earlier this year, his career total of 19 ODI appearances have returned 25 wickets at a strike rate of 4.70 runs per over.

The icing on the cake for Nathan this season was his selection in the Australian team for the 2009 Ashes Tour of England. He made that squad as the only contracted spin bowler. As Australia’s undisputed no.1 spinner it is hard to believe that twelve months earlier he was experiencing some difficulty in securing a regular spot in the NSW team. His move from Queensland in 2006 to Randwick Petersham and from there to the NSW Blues team provided him a career opportunity which he grabbed with both hands. And it has paid off beyond his wildest expectations. An Ashes tour. Mindboggling stuff and something we all will enjoy as we follow his development and progress in the baggy green in the years ahead.

Well done and well earned Nathan Hauritz.

67 Usman Khawaja With centuries in the last two Sheffield Shield matches, Usman Khawaja completed the 2008-09 season virtually cementing a permanent place in the side. His dominant season with the bat confirmed the view of many within the club that he will be Australia’s first Pakistan-born Test player in seasons to come. His maiden Shield century of 112 against Queensland at the ‘Gabba was followed in the next and final game with a man-of-the- match performance of 172 not out against Western Australia at the SCG to see him complete the season with 554 runs at the healthy average of 42.61. He now has a first class career record of 651 runs at 40.68 from just 11 matches.

Ussie’s success at first class level was no surprise following a record-breaking start to the season. In two early Second XI matches, Usman hit 210 not out against South Australia at Hurstville Oval and followed that up the next week with a massive 228 against Victoria at Howell Oval, Penrith. This was the first time a NSW player had achieved successive double tons since scored 359 and 247 not out in back-to-back Sheffield Shield matches in 1963.

Apart from his success at representative level, Ussie also scored 641 runs in 1st Grade including two centuries. His efforts took him to the top of the club’s runscorers with 4,399 runs surpassing Richard CheeQuee’s record of 4,028. He also has scored 11 centuries, 10 in 1st Grade and one in seconds.

Burt Cockley After impressing in a couple of matches for the NSW Blues the previous summer, fast bowler Burt Cockley got an early call up this season making the trip to Cairns for a Ford Ranger Cup match against Queensland. He celebrated that selection with a wicket first ball before finishing with 1 for 61 from 10 overs.

After spending the first Sheffield Shield match in as 12th man, Burt got the nod for game 2 in Adelaide where he took 3 for 37 and 1 for 39. Retained for the next match against the Vics at the SCG, Burt really hit his straps. Overnight on day 1 he had 0 for 56 from 10 overs before taking the new ball first thing day 2. In just 9 overs he took 5 for 28 including the prize scalp of skipper to finish with 5 for 84.

With his first “five for” under his belt there was no stopping him in the following game against Queensland in Sydney where he again took a wicket first ball before going through the banana-benders to grab 5 for 76. He was again in the wickets in the return Victorian match taking 4 for 65 while he knocked over 4 of the Western Warriors for just 37 in the first dig of their return match at the SCG.

Burt finished the season New South Wales’ best bowler with 27 wickets at the excellent average of 22.18 runs per wicket. He took 7 wickets more than any other Blues’ bowler and his average was the best of all regular bowlers. While he was invited to join Cricket Australia’s Cricket of Excellence in the 2009 off-season, his genuine pace and wicket-taking ability caught the attention of Indian Premier League scouts and he was quickly signed up for a stint with Kings XI Punjab in the second season of the IPL.

Burt Cockley is an exciting prospect and it will be no surprise to anyone at Randwick Petersham to see him wear the baggy green of Australia in the not-too-distant future.

68 David Townsend

It was a chance meeting which brought David Townsend to the Petersham Marrickville club. It was June 1992 and the venue was the Orient Hotel at The Rocks. The eligible man- about-town had just been stood up by a blind date and was about to depart the scene when he ran into Petersham Marrickville’s Steve “Worm” Sullivan, who he had met earlier that year at a cricket match.

Within a short while, brother Chris “Fous” Sullivan arrived and joined in the party. By night’s end, David had agreed to leave the Sydney University club where he had played a season and join Pete’s. The mystery of the evening however, was not David’s decision, but how talent scout “Fous” was able to produce a Sydney Cricket Association registration form and sign him up on the spot! It was a fortuitous signing as David Townsend went on to become one of Petersham Marrickville’s, and in turn Randwick Petersham’s great contributors, both on and off the field.

A product of Devon in the UK, the young David played local club and Minor Counties cricket before accepting an invitation from a touring Aussie to travel to Perth, Western Australia for the 1990-91 season where he played for Morley in the Mercantile competition. The change of lifestyle agreed with him and he was anxious to extend his stay. His job search proved fruitful when he was offered and accepted a position as a Physical Education teacher at the famous Newington College at Stanmore in Sydney.

After moving east, David joined the Sydney University Cricket Club where he made his 1st Grade debut in the summer of 1991-92 after three “tons” in Seconds. In a display of his versatile sporting skills, David took to the rugby field for Sydney Uni in the winter of 1992 just a few months before he made his way to Petersham Oval for the first time.

The Petersham Marrickville 1st XI of 1992-93 was quite a polished side and contained two English “stars”. Apart from David the team had Nasser Hussain, who went on to greater things including the captaincy of England in an Ashes series against Australia. Ironically, David’s first match for the Pete’s First XI was against Randwick and after managing 10 runs he recalls getting a “feather” to one from Mike Whitney into the waiting gloves of Andrew Millican. All three parties to that dismissal are currently involved with RPC.

David played in the Petersham Marrickville 1st and 2nd Grade teams for eight seasons, scoring almost 2,900 runs while captaining the 1st XI in two of those summers. The reliable Richard McCord assures us that David cracked the 100 match mark, playing in 108 1st Grade matches before he decided he would drop to 4th Grade in 2000-01 to assist the youngsters as a prelude to his retirement the following season.

The season David planned to hang up his boots coincided with the merger with Randwick. The birth of Randwick Petersham brought renewed enthusiasm to many including David who decided he would continue on in 4th Grade. He also put up his hand for a more active role by joining the committee and taking on the important sponsorship operational function. In addition to his committee duties, he has since expanded his activities to include responsibility for the club’s junior development, a field in which he has widespread experience having been a Cricket Development Officer with Cricket NSW for seven years from 1993.

David’s decision to continue playing has also proved a boon to the club as in the eight seasons since the merger, the 4th Grade team has made the finals on seven occasions while taking out the premiership three times, twice under David’s captaincy. In that time he also has scored 3,363 runs with 5 centuries while his captaincy received appropriate recognition in 2004-05 and 2007-08 when he was named SCA 4th Grade Captain of the Year, while his team took out the 2004-05 SCA Spirit of Cricket Award.

Since David Townsend joined Petersham Marrickville in 1992, he has been a tower of strength to that club and to Randwick Petersham as a player, administrator, junior cricket developer, master of ceremonies at club functions and as a club representative. He has been an outstanding contributor to the game while his work with Cricket NSW in various roles over the past 16 years has added a professional aspect. His nomination by the Management Committee to be elected Randwick Petersham’s 47th Life Member at this year’s Annual General Meeting is sure to be applauded by everyone connected with the club.

69 Obituary

It is with regret we record the passing of the following people associated with the club since the publication of the club’s 2007-08 Annual Report.

♦ Irene Benaud – died 27 October 2008 aged 104 years Irene was the mother of Richie and John Benaud both of whom played for Randwick. Richie was coaxed to play a few games for Randwick by the late Phil Tresidder while John was 1st Grade captain in 1972-73. Both have maintained their interest in the club through their membership with the Randwick Petersham Cricket Legends Society

♦ Paul Stuart Snell OAM – died 14 January 2009 aged 63 years Paul was involved with junior cricket in the Randwick area and served for 6 years as President of Randwick Junior Cricket Club as well as coach for a similar period. He provided valuable assistance and guidance in the establishment and early administration of the Eastern Suburbs Junior Cricket Association (now South Eastern Junior Cricket Association). He was President of the Coogee Legion Ex Service Club for more than 30 years and was a major charity fundraiser. He was awarded an OAM in June 2008.

♦ Pat Crawford – died 21 January 2009 aged 75 years Pat was a former Petersham player who played four Test matches for Australia in 1956 and was regarded at that time as the “logical successor to ” before breaking down. He took 7 wickets in Tests at the impressive average of 15.29 and 110 at just 21.02 in all first class cricket matches. Pat trained with the old Petersham club as an 11 year old in 1944 and made his A W Green Shield team debut at age 13. The following year he played Green Shield, Poidevin Gray, 3rd Grade and 4th Grade for Petersham. He made his 1st Grade debut the following season at 16 years of age after starting the season in 4th Grade.

♦ Bernard Bayley – died 2 February 2009 aged 64 years The success of Randwick Petersham can be put down simply to the outstanding contribution of its volunteers. With such depth and strength in our “helping hand” ranks it is clear that they have made the club into what it is today. Bernie Bayley was such a volunteer.

Like many parents following the fortunes of their children through their chosen sport, Bernie was a regular at cricket matches involving his son Peter who played in various grades although spending most of his playing days in the club’s Second XI. It was in one of these matches where he began to help out with the on-field drinks. By season’s end he had the job down to a tee, providing just the right mixture of sport sustainability and fluid replacement drinks for on- field performance while attending to the various drinking preferences for after-match recovery sessions. It was no surprise that Bernie soon took over as Second XI team manager, a role he held for 5 years until his passing on 2 February 2009. Bernard Bayley

70 As team manager, Bernie was more than just a “drinks waiter”. He relished the role and was also regarded as the “vice-captain”, “run-rate calculator”, “commentator”, “score board attendant” and “team motivator”. He was passionate about the game, the players and the club and wore the club colours with pride. He was also a keen member of the club support group, the Randwick Petersham “Legends”.

Bernie’s enthusiasm for anything Randwick Petersham prompted our popular poet Bobby Barter to pen the following for display at his funeral.

“Dear Bernard

Now - that you’ve met the Cricket God Shook him by the hand Please thank him for this magic game It’s wondrous moments grand

Tell him - you played hard but fair Always tried yer best to win Batted like the Punter did And like Warney bowled good spin

But - as long as blokes yell loud “howzats!” And batsmen score big scores You’ll always be a Randy Pete From now to evermore!

Your mates at Randy Pete’s”

71 Social Report by Chris Sullivan, Social Director

Backing up from our inaugural Club Championship win the previous year was always going to be a tough assignment but this didn't deter members of RPC having a good time off the field. Congratulations to the winning 6th Grade team and in particular to Denis Hinds who does a fantastic job with both squads.

As per usual we headed north to Stockton to kick off our pre-season preparation where we were tested against a strong local outfit. This year we were greeted by "friendly skies" and were able to get out on the field for a couple of days and not be confined to indoor nets as was the case in previous years. Our thanks to all at Stockton Cricket Club, particularly President Ron Hancock and Tony Miller for a successful campaign. Congratulations also to Stockton on reaching the semi-finals in the Newcastle competition and on making the Final of the SCG Country Cup only to be beaten by Tamworth in that match.

The Phil Tresidder Memorial Golf Day held in November again proved to be a popular event. The write-up of the day appears elsewhere in this report, however the financial success of the event was largely due to the generosity of President Mike Whitney along with the donation of prizes by Corey Pearson, Mark Sundin, Brad Timbrell and Brett Hunter. Thanks also to Lyall Gardner, Ross Davies, Tony Martin, Matty Hilder and Marianne Branighan from Randwick Golf Club for their help and expertise.

Petersham RSL in the west and Randwick Rugby Club in the east offer first class facilities for all RPC members to enjoy and did so again during 2008-09. The game of cricket is going through some change and so too is the way players socialize after matches as opposed to a decade or so ago. It is for that reason I’ll shortly be getting together with all captains and senior players to work out the best method of supporting our sponsors post-game for the benefit of all concerned.

Throughout the season our popular MVP (Most Valuable Player) evenings were held at the Newington Hotel. The dynamic duo of David Townsend and Andrew Harrison ensured that these awards were presented in a "light hearted" manner to a number of worthy recipients.Thanks to Craig and Lee from The Newington for their help.

In February we held our second "Corporate Lunch" at the magnificent L'Aqua Function Centre, Darling Harbour where the feats of our top four first class players Simon Katich, Nathan Hauritz, Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley were a focal point. We were indeed fortunate through the efforts of MC Graeme Hughes to secure the services of St George Illawarra and former Brisbane Broncos Coach Wayne Bennett as our celebrity speaker. Wayne had the full house absolutely captivated with his humorous and at Simon Katich, Usman Khawaja, Mike Whitney, Matthew Mott & Burt Cockley times, serious accounts of events he had encountered during his epic football life. On behalf of RPC I would like to thank him for taking time out to share that day with us. We also heard accounts of Australia’s win in the Third Test at the SCG in an interview by Graeme with Simon and Nathan who both played in that match.

The success of this event was due in no small way to Peter Wright who organised three tables and Terry Psarakis from Tamworth Cricket who had two. Life Member Neale Anderson was instrumental in the organising of the day while Brett Hunter did well conducting the raffle. Steve Smith also did a great job doubling up as photographer and auctioneer. Special thanks to our first class players, to Paul and all staff at L’Aqua and finally to Graeme "Heaps" Hughes for his event management expertise. It was a fantastic day and many who attended are already keen to line up again for next year’s function.

In closing on a "mixed bag" type of season, I would like to extend a big thank you to our two magnificent ladies in the canteen, Robin and Sue. They are the heart and soul of our club and we will never be able to thank them enough. Also to Brett Hunter, Andrew Harrison, Lee Farlow, Peter Devlin for all their help and assistance throughout the season. Finally, to our outgoing CEO Greg “Prince” Hartshorne and Wayne “Mully” Mulherin, thanks for all your contribution to RPC. Enjoy the off-season and I look forward to seeing you all in 2009-10.

72 Phil Tresidder Memorial Golf Day A Randwick Petersham Legends event

It may have been the smallest field in our 6 years, but the 55 starters lining up for glory in the 2008 Phil Tresidder Memorial Cup were as competitive and enthusiastic as ever. Some say it was even more competitive than the “other Cup” which follows on the first Tuesday in November!

While the weather was somewhat on the warm side for this annual event which usually attracts a windstorm or deluge, the fairways of “Royal” Randwick Golf Club were in superb shape on Friday 31 Michael Tresidder, Peter Harrison, Andrew Harrison, Michael October 2008 as a total of 15 Williams, Drew Cremin and Mike Whitney teams set out in their quest to have their names inscribed on the Phil Tresidder Memorial Cup as 2008 champions. Defending champs Richard CheeQuee, Gary Whitaker and Co.,. were noteable by their absence thus giving an opportunity for a new team to hoist the Cup aloft this year. And not only did they hold it aloft but they set a new record in taking out the trophy!

This year’s winners were Peter Harrison (20), Andrew Harrison (22), Drew Cremin (14) and Michael Williams (27) with an amazing 7 UNDER par (52 off the stick) for a NET SCORE of 41.625, a fraction better than last years record score of 41.75!! They had 7 birdies and 11 pars in their round. The handicappers have taken copious notes for next year.

Second place went to Paul Ledwidge (28), John Warwick (11), Ben Ellis (21) and Ron Crippin (22) with a net 45.75 while Ross Davies (19), Chris Burke (27), Mike Kemp (14) and Kevin Felton (13) finished third with a net 45.875. They also won the “best dressed” award for their sponsored shirts attire. Very becoming guys.

Contrary to expectations, the Mike Whitney group did not win the “Bradman” this year which went to the team of Steve Smith (19), John Sullivan (24), Paul Sullivan (24) and Steve Sullivan (24) with a net 54.625. Special mention was made of their efforts particularly from the Pres Mike Whitney in his welcoming address and how delighted he was for his name NOT to appear on the Bradman trophy!

Speaking of The Whit, to ensure he didn’t tail the field he enlisted the assistance of the first female ever to grace the Randwick Golf Club fairways under our banner in the shape of Tracy Tresidder, wife of Phil’s nephew Michael who was also on hand to present the trophy to the winners. Tracy plays off 11 and is also the author of a book on golf titled “Golf Mind Play”. Good choice Whit.

Closest to the Pin prizes went to David Townsend (3rd hole), Greg Bayley (5th), Trevor Jay (8th), Lyall Gardner (10th), R Newman (11th) and Mike Williams (13th). Drew Cremin and Greg Bayley (who both ran out of fairway) were the showoffs winning the long drive prizes.

All in all, a very successful day which helped with the on-going funding of The Phil Tresidder Trust which when fully funded, will provide promising young Randwick Petersham cricketers with a development scholarship for a season in England.

Many thanks to Chris Sullivan, with assistance from Ross Davies for the organisation of the day. Thanks also to all players and a special thank you to our generous sponsors who made the day possible with the donation of prizes.

Lyall Gardner on behalf of Randwick Petersham Cricket Legends Society

73 “The Legends” A prime purpose behind the Randwick Petersham Cricket Legends Society is to rekindle and maintain closer links between former players, members, supporters and officials to ensure those many friendships created through the old Randwick and Petersham Marrickville clubs are not lost. Another ideal is that a society such as this provides a real incentive to our current players to see so many people who have been involved with the club and the founding clubs over the years, being there to provide support to them. With those ideals it was a pleasure to welcome this year former Randwick 1st Grade opening batsman Harry Ellison to the fold along with former Petersham Marrickville committeeman John Brewster and a couple of keen supporters in Jen Harrison and Martin Rorke who joined so they could be part of “the action”. Great to have you with us Harry, John, Jen and Martin!

It was with great sadness that we said goodbye to popular “Legend” Bernie Bayley who passed away last February. Bernie was a great character and a real asset to the Society. A tribute to him appears elsewhere in this report. We were also shocked at the news during the year that one of Randwick’s greatest ever players and a “Legend” in every sense of the word, Ron Crippin (see photo) had suffered a heart attack while on holiday overseas. It’s nice to report that Ron is well on the way to regaining good health. A special tribute to Ron also appears in this report.

The main function this season was the “Phil Tresidder Memorial Cup” Golf Day at Randwick Golf Course on 31 October last year. Proceeds for the day were aimed at the Phil Tresidder Memorial Trust and it was pleasing that a profit from the day of $1,753.10 (helped along by a considerable donation from Mike Whitney) was able to be contributed to that cause. It is also pleasing to report that the value of the Trust Fund has climbed to almost $30,000 at the end of the cricket financial year on 30 April 2009. The plan in due course is to use the earnings from the Trust to fund the development of a promising Randwick Petersham cricketer through a placement with an English club for a season. We still need further funds to be able to get the plan up and running but we are getting closer.

In terms of the Society's finances, we finished the year with a deficit of $669.89 following income of $900.64 and expenditure of $1,570.53. We received $900.00 in subscriptions and bank interest of $0.64. The major expense was $1,476.53 being the cost of framed team photographs presented to each of the members of the successful 4th and 5th Grade premiership teams at the club’s 2008 Annual General Meeting. A floral tribute on behalf of all members of the Society was also delivered to the family of the late Bernie Bayley at a cost of $94.

While our expenditure exceeded our income this year, this was an expected outcome as most members had paid their subscriptions a year in advance the previous financial year. At 30 April 2009, the net bank balance of Randwick Petersham Cricket Legends Society was a healthy $6,664.73.

The committee this year comprised Lyall Gardner (Chairman), John Pearson, Shane Redenbach, Bill Anderson, Ray Stafford and Ross Davies while membership totalled 56, four less than 2007-08.

The following were Financial Members in 2008-09: Andrew Ackerman, John Affleck, Peter Bain, Bernard Bayley, John Benaud, , Gary Bensley,John Brewster, Len Cartwright, Ron Crippin, John Connell, Ross Davies, Tim Dein, Bob Duff, Harry Ellison, Lyall Gardner, Robin Gardner, Allan Gear, Todd Greenberg, Jen Harrison/Martin Rorke, John Hayward, Wayne Heathcote, Brett Hunter, Paul Jackson, Trevor Jay, John Johnson, Peter Johnston, Bill Knowles, Paul Ledwidge, John Letson, Graeme Marston, Gary Mathew, Royce McCormack, John Mison, Wayne Mulherin, John Nesbitt, John O’Loughlin, Cec Orrock, Gordon Owen, John Pearson, Bruce Ramsay, Shane Redenbach, Tom Regan, Peter Rolls, Ray Stafford, Chris Sullivan, John Sullivan, Peter Taylor, Kevin Thomas, Brad Timbrell, Paul Toole, Alan Turner, Mike Whitney, Barry Wood, Alan Wright and Chris York.

The following 17 members have paid in advance for next season, 2009-10: Richie Benaud, Ron Crippin, Harry Ellison, Jen Harrison/Martin Rorke, Lyall Gardner, Robin Gardner, Allan Gear, John Hayward, Paul Jackson, Peter Johnston, Gary Mathew, John O’Loughlin, Cec Orrock, Bruce Ramsay, Peter Rolls, Tom Regan and Mike Whitney.

The annual fee for the 2009-10 season is $25 (or $50 for the next two seasons) and is due and payable from 1 September 2009. To renew or join, please contact Lyall Gardner at 1 Jefferson Crescent, Bonnet Bay, 2226 or by phone on 9528 4126 or email [email protected]. We are very keen to hear from as many “oldies” as possible as the Society is a fun way of keeping involved and remaining in touch with each other.

74 Return of a Legend The Ron Crippin Story by Lyall Gardner

In his day there was no finer attacking batsman in this city than Ronald James Crippin. He was the scourge of fast bowlers who loved to let the little red ball fly. And fly it did when he was at the crease…often to the boundary fence and many times over it.

Having lived in country New South Wales for many years and more lately in the Tuncurry-Forster area, Ron returned to Sydney this summer and immediately put up his hand to assist with the club’s coaching program and team management. And he did it with the same finesse which he applied on the cricket field throughout his outstanding career.

Born in Darlinghurst in 1947, the young Ronald joined Randwick in 1961-62 as a 14 years old Green Shield boy where he headed the batting with an average of 61.33. Three seasons later at 17 he was in the 1st Grade team and in 1969-70 under the captaincy of John Benaud, Ron hit 162 not out as part of a season aggregate of 712. That performance as well as three centuries from four appearances in State Colts matches won over the State selectors and he played the first of his 19 matches for NSW the following season.

Cricket was the winner when Ron was named in the NSW team as all the early indications were he was headed for a career in rugby or rugby league. Having inherited his father Archie’s footballing skills, he played 1st Grade rugby for Randwick before South Sydney signed him to play rugby league. However, a number of injuries coupled with his cricket successes forced a rethink. His retirement from football at an early age followed a similar pattern to that of his father who hung up his boots at the ripe old age of 20 when injuries got the better of him after playing three Tests against England in 1936 on a Kangaroos Rugby League Tour.

The flair which Ron approached his cricket in the first class arena endeared him to cricket crowds. A fierce competitor with a never-say-die attitude he would attack the bowling from the first ball. As an opening batsman he was a fearless hooker as anyone who saw him annihilate the South Australian attack at the SCG in an innings of 70 in 58 minutes would testify. The scribes had him pencilled in for the Australian tour of the West Indies in 1973 and it was a great disappointment when he missed selection.

In 1973-74 while playing against Victoria at the SCG Ron collected a bad gash over his right eye when attempting to hook fast bowler . There were no helmets in those days (Ron never wore as much as a cap when he batted) and the injury required 20 stitches. Ironically, Ron recalls that as he travelled by bus to the SCG that morning he saw a batsman get smashed in the head in a match at nearby Moore Park!

Confirming there were no ill-effects from that whack to the head, a fortnight later he hit 112 at the SCG in a limited overs match against Western Australia. The WA attack included one of Australia’s greatest fast bowlers, Graham “Garth” McKenzie. While Ron rates that hundred as one of the most satisfying of his career his hook shot for six off D K Lillee’s first ball at the WACA in a Shield match was a memorable moment.

Work commitments were more of a problem for Ron than fearsome fast bowlers bouncing him and by the end of 1973-74 he had retired from first class cricket. However, in the summer of 1978-79 he was back, much to the relief of the national selectors who were keen to have him in the Test side after defections to . But in a Sheffield Shield game against Western Australia at the SCG, Ron was felled again by a bumper while attempting to hook . The 10 stitches he received and the resultant blurred vision caused him to announce his final retirement from the first class arena.

Ron continued to play grade cricket but in 1981 after a career which produced 5,587 runs for Randwick and two 1st Grade premierships, he moved away from Sydney where many career changes saw him relocate to a variety of country centres over the following 27 years. During that period he had outstanding success with teams in Belmont, Forster and Uralla while he coached the first country team to win a State Indoor Cricket Championship. He maintained his association with the club during this time as an original member of the “Legends” while participating in the club’s annual golf day each year.

Having taken the decision to dispose of the family property at Forster and move back to Sydney following the passing of his father in 2008, Ron went on holiday with friends to Italy. It was on that trip that Ron suffered a major heart attack near Florence and was rushed to hospital where he spent a number of weeks recovering. For a man so conscious of physical fitness to suffer such a condition was a shock to all who knew him, let alone the man himself.

Applying the same grit and determination which he had displayed on the cricket field for more than a quarter of a century, it was no surprise that Ron was up and about much more quickly than otherwise may have been expected. He relocated to Sydney shortly after and his presence at the club’s July 2008 AGM left no-one in any doubt. The legend was back.

75 Coaching Report by Peter Devlin, Club Coach

The 2008–09 season was certainly a year of opportunity at the Randy Petes, with Simon Katich, Nathan Hauritz, Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley on rep duties, season long injuries to Adam Semple, Tim Laws, John McLoughlin, Steve Bidwell-Brown, Alex Tomkins and Matthew Doyle, plus the losses of Shane Pargeter, Andrew Downton, Noel Ellis, Campbell Dash, Cameron Gray, Steve Clarke, Chad Greenberg, Fabion Heaton and a no recruitment policy. The club was thrown into the deep end to defend the Club Championship flag.

As a result we dropped from 1st to 15th. On paper it looks like a very poor season, but given the above player losses and further player unavailability during the season, to finish only 50 points out of the top ten was a satisfactory result.

There were many positives to unfold during the season • Simon Katich & Nathan Hauritz representing Australia and NSW • Usman Khawaja and Burt Cockley representing NSW • 5th Grade Grand Finalist • 6th Grade Metropolitan Cup Premiers • Green Shield’s outstanding year. • Introduction of younger players through the grades.

The club coaches Bill Anderson, Peter Devlin, David Skuthorpe, Rob Huxley, Grant Rimmer along with various players attended the following Cricket NSW Seminars

John Buchanan Seminar, which included. • Coaching Principles and Philosophies • Developing Teams • Creating and Implementing Plans • Setting Goals • Evaluating Performance

Terry Jenner Seminar, which included • The art of Spin Bowling • How to assist the development of talented spinners

Tim Nielsen Seminar, which included • Coaching Principles and Philosophies • Australian Team Standards / Ethics • Creating and Implementing Plans • Mentoring Players • Evaluating Players

Gavin Fingleson Seminar, which included • Fielding and Throwing Techniques • Latest Skills and Drills

High Performance Coaches Conference, which included • Sports Code – Troy Baker • Fielding – Trent Woodhill • Wicket keeping – • Achieving Excellence – Paul Roos • Batting – • Spin Bowling – • Fast Bowling – Mark Cameron • Sports Psychology – John Crampton • Grade Coaches Forum – Ian Field • Twenty /20 – Alan Campbell • NSW Coach – Matthew Mott.

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To the sponsors, managers, volunteers, new parents and the superb group of ladies who look after our teams at home games, especially Robin and Sue, many thanks for your valued support from all the players and coaching staff.

Many thanks to this season’s practice captains David Holland and Richard McCord who did a fantastic job.

Special thanks to the Green Options staff for the practice wickets at Snape Park and the outstanding condition of Coogee Oval which was again one of the top grounds in Sydney being awarded Grand Final approval for all grades.

On behalf of Bill, David, Rob, Ron and myself we would like to thank our wives, partners and families for their support and understanding of the time required to be part of the coaching team at the Randy Petes.

Looking forward, with selective recruitment, the re-structured coaching program staff, players training requirement schedule, continued work with the councils to improve our facilities, the Randy Pete’s will be in a position to challenge for the Club Championship flag next season.

To all players, supporters and parents as a club we must remember to have positive actions, communication and support on and off the field. Remember to fulfill your goals, prepare with purpose, train with purpose play with purpose and enjoy your cricket.

Twenty 20 Vision

Following on the success of Twenty20 cricket around the world, Cricket NSW this season created a dynamic new formula for the 20 1st Grade Sydney clubs. All 20 clubs played in five groups of four on Sunday 9 November 2008 to determine which teams would advance to the quarter finals and semi finals on Sunday 14 December 2008. We were drawn in a group alongside Bankstown, University of NSW and Sutherland with all three preliminary matches played on Bankstown and Grahame Thomas Ovals.

The prize for the winning team was a trip to Jaipur in India, to compete in several Twenty20 matches including a fixture against the Rajasthan Royals IPL squad. The Royals won the inaugural IPL competition under the leadership of .

While we fielded a competitive squad, the absence of our four first class players as well as a number of others on the injured list left us down on quality and experience which showed in the results when we failed to produce a win in the three matches.

The competition, named the Power Education Twenty 20 Cup, was won by Northern District with Sydney the runner-up.

Our squad comprised the following players: Eddie Otto (Captain), Brett Jackson, Matt Taylor, Tim Laws, Will Passas, Ash Doolan, Michael Watson, Sean Gardner, Glen Whichello, James Byrne, James Tyson, Benn West, Rob Close, Steve Bidwell-Brown, Roger Smith

Game 1 v Sutherland at Grahame Thomas Oval 9.30am –12.15pm Sutherland 6-227 d Randwick Petersham 8-199

Brett Jackson 40, Tim Laws 32, Will Passas 31, Glen Whichello 30, James Byrne 22. Michael Watson 2-33, James Byrne 2-46, Brett Jackson 1-41, Glen Whichello 1-49

Game 2: v Bankstown at Bankstown Oval 12.30pm – 3.15pm Bankstown 9-157 d Randwick Petersham 81

James Byrne 28, Eddie Otto 20, Ash Doolan 15, James Tyson 8 not out Glen Whichello 3-29, Michael Watson 2-20, James Tyson 1-29, James Byrne 1-34, Brett Jackson 1-37

Game 3: v University of NSW at Grahame Thomas Oval 3.45pm-6.30pm University of NSW 4-125 d Randwick Petersham 124

Ash Doolan 42, Sean Gardner 21, Brett Jackson 18, Rob Close 13 not out Benn West 1-14, James Byrne 1-17, Rob Close 1-19, Steve Bidwell-Brown 1-24

77 South Eastern Junior Cricket

The past season has again been a very strong one for SEJCA. We managed nearly 1100 players, playing in over 90 teams from 9 clubs. The season consisted of 780 games played on 33 different grounds and played across 5 councils/ associations. The grounds ranged from Woomera in La Perouse to Allan Border Oval in Mosman. Organising 46 games of cricket each week is a big task and the SEJCA Management Committee need to be congratulated on an excellent effort. SEJCA representative teams had another very successful season in 2008-09. The Creak, Cawsey and Gee teams all made their respective NSWDCA finals with the Watson Shield losing a tight semi final contest . The Creak U11 and Cawsey U12 teams both came away as NSWDCA champions and the Gee team narrowly lost a rain interrupted final. A tremendous effort with the Cawsey boys remaining undefeated for the year.

SEJCA teams were named as runners up in the Shell Shield as the best performing Association relinquishing the Shield to Parramatta by the narrowest of margins. Another great season and all congratulations and thanks go to the players and tireless coaches. We continue to try and build on our representative programs with winter training and the expanding utilization of professional coaches for the squads to improve the representative experience for the boys. We are most grateful to Simon Jagot for overseeing the rep teams and his contribution and drive is much appreciated.

Our competition continued to offer Saturday matches for U8’s to U10’s and Sunday matches for the U11’s to U16’s. Ground availability and our ability to pay for the ever increasing costs of grounds continue to be one of our biggest challenges. Randwick and Botany councils continue to be our staunch supporters within an increasingly competitive and commercial environment. Regular proposals are put to other councils to modify rates for junior teams but these have limited impact. Representation to Randwick Council has meant that the recent development at Pioneer Park in Malabar will hopefully include a cricket pitch for the 2009-10 season. Botany Council is looking to assist by upgrading a number of playing surfaces to a higher standard for the representative games. SEJCA is looking to work with these councils to develop, improve and increase the cricket facilities in the area.

We were delighted to again have teams participating from Mosman and Balmain clubs. They have participated in our Sunday competition for a number of seasons. Increasingly, children attending private schools can no longer play club cricket unless it is made available on Sundays. We have offered this capability for some years and it would seem we are still the only association in Sydney to do so.

One very special aspect of our U16 competition is that we endeavour to play as many matches as possible on turf. Some wet weather this season reduced our opportunities to play on the turf but the boys enjoy the challenge whenever they can get on to a turf wicket. We always endeavour to encourage our local grade clubs to contribute in some way by allowing the U16s to use the grounds when the Grade Clubs are not going to be using them.

My Cricket, which is a computer based facility that enables all draws and team details to be easily displayed on the web again proved to be a valuable asset. We are most grateful for the tireless efforts of our President Ian White in administering this facility. My Cricket has proved a valuable tool and it is hoped that it’s use will be expanded to assist with player registration in the coming season. It will also be used this season for Rep team games.

This season, we continued to assist with the development of girls cricket. A team of local girls was playing in the Sydney River’s Girls Cricket Association. The successful development of girls cricket will take time and effort but SEJCA continue to support and promote girls cricket. Two Cric Hit clinics were offered in the area to develop basic skills for girls. The South Eastern team attracted a number of keen U16 girls to play Saturday afternoon games. Their ages ranged from 12 to 16 and it is a valuable opportunity for girls to experience entry level cricket. The girls made the semis and are looking forward to next season.

We continue to be ever grateful to our strong band of volunteers, without whom all this would not happen for the boys and girls in our area and increasingly beyond.

. Alan McFadyen Honorary Secretary

78 Junior Development by David Townsend, Junior Development Manager

Once again one of the main aims of the club was to continue to improve in our area of Junior Development. This strategy looks to achieve a number of aims: - To provide playing opportunities for local juniors - To offer specialist coaching to selected juniors through our Academy - To offer free coaching support to local junior clubs - To assist in developing the knowledge of local junior club coaches - To provide coaching assistance in local schools

During the year we were fortunate to be able to call upon a number of experienced coaches to run our programs. • David Skuthorpe (Club Assistant Coach ) • Andrew Walters (Grade Player ) • Glen Carroll (Grade Player ) • Mark Carroll (Grade Player )

Highlights of this year’s program included: - Continued support of the Randwick Juniors Club SCG Coaching Program - Support of the newly created Matraville Sports High School Cricket Program where we provided coaching on a weekly basis - An invitation for all clubs within both the Canterbury Wests and South East Juniors Associations to receive a minimum of two free visits throughout the season - A structured program of visits to both primary and high schools within the area - Specialist coaching with Maccabi, Ashfield and Marrickville RSL Junior Clubs - Work with the Special Olympics Program run through Marrickville Community Centre - A pilot program with the Cleveland St Foreign Students School

Congratulations to both the Canterbury Wests Junior Association and the South Eastern Junior Assocation for providing the opportunity for youngsters to play cricket within our area. It is to be hoped that an upcoming forum on junior cricket of all types within Metropolitan East will bring all organisations even closer together.

Randwick Petersham Cricket will continue to foster links with local junior cricket by offering its junior development program again next year. We encourage all clubs and schools to take up our offer of free coaching and would be delighted to sit down with any coaches or teachers to work out how we can assist them next season.

79 Our Cricket Grounds by Wayne Mulherin, Grounds Manager

Grounds season 2008-09, it seems like ground hog day. What a battle again this year. Following the problems at Petersham Oval in 2007-08 (wickets to be redone) and the unsatisfactory newly laid practice wickets, Council decided to replace the groundsman, rather than spend more money on new wickets. This was an agreed position if not our ideal position for the best preparation of Petersham Oval. Our ideal position was and remains, to follow the very successful lead of many councils recognizing the required improved standards for Sydney 1st Grade cricket and seek professional operators to prepare the wickets.

The new groundsman Mick Gretch, however, was tremendous and what he lacked in experience he made up in enthusiasm. Unfortunately the support provided to Mick and to Randwick Petersham Cricket by sections of Council was virtually non-existent. This has placed the future of the oval as a 1st Grade ground and training facility in serious jeopardy. Sufficient to say that Petersham Oval, was the second lowest rated oval in Sydney 1st Grade cricket. Clearly a change in approach by Council has to occur if we are to overcome this problem.

On a far more pleasant note…..Coogee Oval. As foreshadowed in last year’s report, the grandstand, change rooms and scoreboard were all upgraded in the off season thanks to a huge effort by our CEO Greg Hartshorne. At a total cost in excess of $150K paid by Randwick Council, Cricket NSW and Randwick Rugby, the facility improved markedly. The naming of the new digital scoreboard will occur shortly with Council’s last email advising “Just waiting to see how the proposed budget is going for the 2009-10 financial year as I have proposed that the scoreboard be housed in a similar architectural design to the grandstand. If this is successful then we can install the name that the cricket and rugby union have agreed upon to the new structure.” The agreed name of the board is the “Mike Whitney-Simon Poidevin Scoreboard”.

The ground ratings for Coogee were a little disappointing in October, again as a result of a wet Grand Final for the junior rugby league on 14 September. However, from December the ground quickly moved into the top five in Sydney 1st Grade cricket. As mentioned in last year’s report, nearly half the 1st Grade grounds in Sydney now have their preparation completed by a specialist service provider, a process initiated by our Club many seasons ago when we engaged Green Options at Coogee, Kensington and Snape ovals. Congratulations to the Green Options team on another outstanding season.

In terms of the financial arrangements for our grounds, we came in on budget due to a number of social and representative games being booked regularly at our grounds. Kensington, Snape and Coogee ovals were booked nearly every weekend during the season. Our thanks are extended to Eastern Suburbs, South Sydney Shires and Moore Park Cricket who hired grounds from us this season.

We were also able to support a number of charities through the use of our facilities such as The Schizophrenia Fellowship and Aftercare Society, the Heart Foundation and Surf Lifesaving Association. We are privileged to be able to support such worthy causes.

We also supported our local junior association and a number of schools in the area by providing practice and game facilities. Useage by the junior association and schools totalled 130 days this season which is only just under our club’s use of the facilities. This support will continue next season.

I am standing down from this position after eight seasons, my focus in the period leading up to the 2009-10 season, will be to ensure a successful handover of the management of grounds to my replacement.

In conclusion, my thanks to: Randwick Council - Chris Hunter and Craig Mullins Marrickville Council - Richard Herring, Richard Sage, Paul Kostis and Mick Grech Green Options -Tony Herman, Dane, Steve, and the rest of the crew from this very professional organization. All our Volunteers who mark the wickets on game day, do the scoreboard, run the canteen, do the BBQ’s , undertake running repairs at the grounds, set up the museum each year and update the Noel Hughes honour board among a host of other important tasks. What a great group of people!

80 Report from the Financial Controller

In last year’s report, I advised that the club would face very challenging funding issues in the 2008-09 season and this has certainly been the case. Many of our sponsors are experiencing tough trading conditions and this has impacted on our results for the year. Income from this source was down by almost 60% on the 2007-08 season. This has contributed to a deficit of $13,748.91 for the year.

The Foundation again made a substantial contribution of $13,500 to club funds but this is expected to be significantly reduced in 2009-10 as the result of current interest rate movements. Our major fund- raising event for the year, the Sportsmen’s lunch, was again an outstanding success and a tribute to the hard–working organisers.

Our major expenditure was on ground hire and maintenance which dropped by $8,000 on the previous year with income from hiring to other organizations down by $6,000. Despite the tight financial situation, the club increased expenditure in coaching and development by $11,000.

I would like to thank all the members of the management committee for their assistance over the past year. Thanks also go to our sponsors for their continued support in the face of the current economic situation.

Our new management committee for the 2009-2010 season will face a difficult funding situation, however, we look forward to a successful year both on the field and off with the continued support of our sponsors and dedicated volunteers. Bernie Dagg Financial Controller

INDEPENDENT AUDIT REPORT TO THE MEMBERS OF RANDWICK PETERSHAM CRICKET CLUB INCORPORATED

Scope

We have audited the financial accounts of the Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Incorporated for the year ended 30 April 2009, consisting of an Income and Expenditure Statement and a Balance Sheet.

The committee is responsible for the preparation and presentation of the financial accounts and the information contained therein. We have conducted an independent audit of the financial accounts in order to express an opinion to the members of the Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Incorporated on their preparation and presentation.

Our audit has been conducted to provide reasonable assurance as to whether the financial accounts are free of material misstatement. Our procedures included examination, on a test basis, of evidence supporting the amounts and other disclosures in the financial accounts.

Audit Opinion

In our opinion, the financial accounts of the Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Incorporated for the year ended 30 April 2009 are drawn up to give a true and fair view of the state of affairs of the Incorporation for the financial year ended on that date.

STEPHENS TILLEY Chartered Accountants

Wayne Tilley FCA Partner Dated in Sydney this 26th day of June 2009.

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INCOME AND EXPENDITURE STATEMENT FOR THE YEAR ENDED 30 APRIL 2009 2009 2008 Income Advertising $8,422.74 $0.00 Canteen $4,617.00 $4,499.04 Functions $21,501.83 $38,628.00 Grants $26,300.00 $47,250.00 Ground Hire $94,936.79 $100,436.51 Interest $280.52 $357.89 Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Foundation $13,512.59 $13,726.74 Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Academy $400.00 $440.00 Rent Received $0.00 $3,001.42 Sales of Cricket Clothing $4,995.46 $511.82 Sponsorship / Donations $19,485.30 $59,862.50 Subscriptions $19,804.53 $19,082.19 Total Income $214,256.76 $287,796.11

Expenditure AGM Expenses $762.93 $741.64 Annual Report $5,149.55 $3,500.00 Bank Charges $528.39 $711.38 Canteen Supplies $3,390.85 $3,053.10 Coaching / Development $29,341.45 $18,940.00 Consultancy Fees $0.00 $10,000.00 Cricket Clothing $14,691.37 $19,533.55 Depreciation $162.00 $324.00 Filing Fee - Dept Fair Trading $40.00 $40.00 Functions $16,823.78 $22,210.19 Grade Expenses $9,827.61 $19,907.71 Ground Hire and Maintenance $102,164.36 $109,675.89 Incentives - Player Performance $7,045.00 $3,795.00 Incentives - First Grade Team $4,000.00 $15,375.00 Indoor Training $4,238.18 $3,785.45 Maintenance - Website $1,827.81 $1,861.99 Marketing Expenses $69.00 $970.00 Miscellaneous $3,533.27 $1,984.09 Postage, Printing & Stationery $110.00 $435.53 Presentation / Awards $1,054.54 $1,197.27 Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Academy $528.14 $6,679.52 Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Museum $0.00 $50.00 Randwick Petersham Cricket Club Scholarships $0.00 $2,500.00 Telephone $241.87 $629.48 Umpire Fees $200.00 $1,043.19 Equipment Expenses - Balls $10,160.01 $13,828.26 - Stumps & Sundry Equip. $4,299.56 $1,697.28 - Covers $7,816.00 $5,527.27 Total Expenditure $228,005.67 $269,996.79

Operating Surplus / (Loss) ($13,748.91) $17,799.32

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BALANCE SHEET AS AT 30 APRIL 2009

Assets 2009 2008 Cash at Bank - St George $7,929.61 $25,065.52 Other Debtors $19,792.04 $19,766.87 Plant & Equipment - Written Down Value $162.00 $324.00

Total Assets $27,883.65 $45,156.39

Other Creditors $14,110.05 $17,633.88

Total Liabilities $14,110.05 $17,633.88

Net Assets $13,773.60 $27,522.51

Represented By: Equity

Accumulated Surplus $27,522.51 $9,723.19 Current Year Surplus / (Loss) ($13,748.91) $17,799.32 Total Equity $13,773.60 $27,522.51

Randwick Petersham Cricket - Foundation

The Randwick Petersham Cricket Foundation was established on 15 April 2003 following the receipt of a generous legacy of $200,000 left to the club by the late Wally South, a former player and patron of the old Randwick Cricket Club. To ensure this legacy would secure Randwick Petersham’s financial future and ongoing viability, the then Management Committee decided to transfer it to a separate fund controlled by an independent trustee set up to manage the donation along with any other monies which may be contributed to the fund from time to time.

Pursuant to that objective, the Foundation was created under the management of a trustee company controlled by up to five directors. The current directors are Peter Wright (Chairman), club President Mike Whitney and long established “legends” of the club Alan Turner, John Pearson and Steve Devlin. Lyall Gardner provides administrative assistance to the Foundation.

Responsibility for investing the funds of the Foundation rests with the trustee company directors who also have absolute discretion in determining the extent of any payment. The purpose of the trust is expressed in the Trust Deed as being to hold the capital and income in perpetuity for the promotion and encouragement of the game of cricket at the Randwick Petersham Cricket Club.

Since the establishment of the Foundation the capital has grown to $245,950.81. All such capital is held on interest bearing bank deposit and no part was or is exposed to any investment which may have been subjected to the recent downturn in financial markets. The capital and any accrued interest remains protected by the Australian Government’s bank guarantee.

Over the six years life of the Foundation, the trustees have exercised their discretion in the distribution of income on a number of separate occasions and have paid a total of $60,545.45 to Randwick Petersham Cricket. No other payments other than annual Government fees have been paid.

The Randwick Petersham Cricket Foundation is dedicated to the continuation of the club as a major force in Sydney Grade Cricket. While we are extremely grateful to Wally South for his foresight, we are mindful of the need to ensure the capital of the Foundation grows as the years roll by.

We therefore welcome any donations from the many friends of Randwick Petersham Cricket.

83 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: SEASON RECORDS Qualification: Batting = 8 Innings or 200 Runs; Bowling = 85 Overs or 15 Wickets BATTING BOWLING FIRST GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Richard Chee Quee 1003 Paul Toole 50.71 2001-02 Adam Warren 63 Adam Warren 18.43 Richard Chee Quee 874 Simon Katich 55.00 2002-03 Scott Obey 53 Scott Obey 18.04 Richard Chee Quee 907 Richard Chee Quee 47.74 2003-04 Jonathan Lewis 52 Jonathan Lewis 15.29 Matthew Mott 839 Matthew Mott 44.16 2004-05 Glenn Farquharson 36 Andrew Harrison 18.62 Richard Chee Quee 601 Richard Chee Quee 31.63 2005-06 Andrew Harrison 37 James Byrne 21.31 Usman Khawaja 690 Matthew Mott 51.67 2006-07 Shawn Flegler 29 James Byrne 23.36 Usman Khawaja 1134 Simon Katich 96.83 2007-08 B.Cockley/G.Whichello 36 Burt Cockley 20.08 Brett Jackson 724 Usman Khawaja 58.27 2008-09 Rodney Stafford 31 Rodney Stafford 26.29 SECOND GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE David Mitchell 517 Brett Hunter 39.17 2001-02 Melvin Singh 30 Scott Obey 13.31 Matthew Parker 487 Richard Phillips 57.38 2002-03 P Bayley/R Stafford 36 Peter Bayley 17.50 Neil Cohen 430 Usman Khawaja 97.25 2003-04 J.Byrne/A.Hildred 23 Neil Saker 19.56 David Mitchell 581 Paul Horton 57.67 2004-05 Peter Bayley 37 Nigil Singh 14.53 Matthew Taylor 433 Matthew Taylor 36.08 2005-06 Peter Alevizos 21 Peter Alevizos 14.57 John McLoughlin 607 Tim Laws 57.20 2006-07 Brett Hunter 39 Brett Hunter 13.97 Shane Pargeter 436 Eddie Otto 61.00 2007-08 Rodney Stafford 37 Eddie Otto 18.45 Michael Watson 411 Tim Laws 131.50 2008-09 Melvin Singh 26 Michael Watson 15.73 THIRD GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Geoff Hodgkinson 612 Geoff Hodgkinson 55.64 2001-02 Dean White 30 Dean White 18.13 Geoff Hodgkinson 501 Geoff Hodgkinson 100.20 2002-03 Melvin Singh 27 Eddie Otto 20.50 Matthew Taylor 458 Michael Watson 64.25 2003-04 Nigil Singh 38 Greg Hartshorne 15.34 John McLoughlin 425 Matthew Taylor 80.40 2004-05 Marc Anderson 24 Marc Anderson 17.54 Steve Clarke 343 Steve Clarke 31.18 2005-06 James Le Huray 21 James LeHuray 20.29 Tristan Marshall 458 Troy Brewster 33.67 2006-07 Matthew Wallis 22 Matthew Wallis 21.73 Andrew Redman 343 Noel Ellis 39.71 2007-08 B.West / J.Magro 14 Nigil Singh 23.70 Troy Brewster 474 Troy Brewster 43.09 2008-09 Matthew Wallis 29 Nigil Singh 11.82 FOURTH GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Neil Cohen 463 David Townsend 31.43 2001-02 Denis Hinds 42 Jeremy Dwyer 15.63 Troy Brewster 676 Matthew Banes 139.50 2002-03 Denis Hinds 37 Aaron Hildred 12.97 David Bourke 283 Steve Clarke 66.75 2003-04 Denis Hinds 25 Darren McCoy 15.46 Trent Griffiths 402 Nathan Rosser 49.67 2004-05 Peter Devlin 25 Chris Singh 9.06 David Townsend 508 Greg Hartshorne 37.17 2005-06 Matthew Wallis 30 Chris Singh 13.06 David Townsend 527 Alex Sciascia 57.43 2006-07 S Bidwell-Brown 30 S Bidwell-Brown 10.57 David Townsend 441 Troy Brewster 49.29 2007-08 Chris Singh 38 Chris Singh 14.05 Jason Gray 259 Jason Gray 51.80 2008-09 Andrew Harrison 24 Andrew Harrison 16.96 FIFTH GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Michael Watson 325 Nathan Silvy 55.25 2001-02 Grant Rimmer 30 Trent Griffiths 10.69 Tony Martin 640 Tony Martin 49.23 2002-03 Steve Bright 36 Sean Sampson 13.73 Alan Wright 305 Steve Bright 45.00 2003-04 Grant Rimmer 28 Chris Singh 13.73 Alan Wright 319 Edward Neaves 25.90 2004-05 Denis Hinds 32 Steve Bright 14.83 Matthew Hilder 440 Matthew Hilder 40.00 2005-06 Ben West 28 Matthew Hilder 10.95 Matthew Hilder 442 Matthew Hilder 55.25 2006-07 Daniel Laus 34 Steve Bright 11.74 Darren McCoy 229 Robert Cummings 41.40 2007-08 James Tyson 39 James Tyson 8.67 Mark Carroll 458 Mark Carroll 41.64 2008-09 Matthew Hilder 51 Matthew Hilder 13.37

84 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: SEASON RECORDS Qualification: Batting = 8 Innings or 200 Runs; Bowling = 85 Overs or 15 Wickets BATTING BOWLING POIDEVIN GRAY PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE David Mitchell 159 John McLoughlin 27.25 2001-02 Sean Sampson 10 Kirk Rimmer 16.00 Alex Sciascia 285 Alex Sciascia 47.50 2002-03 James Byrne 13 Eddie Otto 15.64 Michael Watson 165 Daniel Loader 35.25 2003-04 James Byrne 8 Usman Khawaja 15.17 Matthew Taylor 295 Matthew Taylor 59.00 2004-05 Steve Bidwell-Brown 10 Michael Watson 20.22 Jamie Boettiger 176 Chris Whelan 57.00 2005-06 Jamie Boettiger 12 Jamie Boettiger 9.75 Usman Khawaja 217 Usman Khawaja 54.25 2006-07 Peter Alevizos 9 Peter Alevizos 24.89 Brett Jackson 211 Brett Jackson 35.17 2007-08 Peter Alevizos 9 Peter Alevizos 17.11 Angus Stewart 256 Angus Stewart 51.20 2008-09 Alevizos/Charlwood 7 Nick Charlwood 21.14

AW GREEN SHIELD PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Matthew Tilley 223 Glen Carroll 32.00 2001-02 Shahzad Ali 12 Shahzad Ali 18.75 Usman Khawaja 277 Usman Khawaja 55.40 2002-03 Usman Khawaja 17 Usman Khawaja 13.24 William Passas 302 William Passas 50.33 2003-04 Peshala Kariawasam 7 Dean Bowen 20.17 Sean Gardner 341 Sean Gardner 37.89 2004-05 Peter Alevizos 19 Prinya Kham 11.92 Sean Gardner 206 Will Halstead 36.75 2005-06 Robert Close 14 Robert Close 12.21 Declan Lavender 158 Declan Lavender 26.33 2006-07 Nick Charlwood 20 Nick Charlwood 8.30 Barton Lynch 187 Barton Lynch 26.71 2007-08 Devlin Foulis 10 Devlin Foulis 20.90 Brandon McLean 244 Brandon McLean 40.67 2008-09 Vic Tharmarajah 13 Vic Tharmarajah 12.38 SIXTH GRADE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE SEASON PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE Peter Johnson 460 Peter Johnson 51.11 2001-02 Nathan Boyd 19 Nathan Boyd 13.89 Alan Wright 400 Alan Wright 66.67 2002-03 D. Hewa-Gamage 24 Peter Spurr 11.14 Paul Varughese 465 George Frazakis 87.33 2003-04 D. Hewa-Gamage 24 Sharzah Ali 12.80 Ben Chaplin 527 Ben Chaplin 52.70 2004-05 Shane Brien 19 James Pryde 10.33 George Frazakis 456 Graham Hinds 49.00 2005-06 Shane Brien 27 Denis Hinds 11.65 Jimmy Ellis 553 Robert Cummings 53.00 2006-07 Cameron Fowler 35 Cameron Fowler 16.00 Edward Mobbs 529 Edward Mobbs 58.78 2007-08 Kieran Hewar 28 Denis Hinds 10.47 Matthew Yiend 398 Matthew Yiend 39.80 2008-09 Kieran Hewar 51 Kieran Hewar 11.96 WICKETKEEPING - DISMISSALS FIRST GRADE SECOND GRADE SEASON THIRD GRADE FOURTH GRADE PLAYER TOTAL PLAYER TOTAL PLAYER TOTAL PLAYER TOTAL Daryl Parmenter 64 David Mitchell 31 2001-02 Steven Yates 25 Neil Cohen 29 Daryl Parmenter 46 David Mitchell 41 2002-03 Neil Cohen 30 Matthew Taylor 38 Daryl Parmenter 30 David Mitchell 13 2003-04 Matthew Taylor 9 Steven Yates 9 Daryl Parmenter 12 Neil Cohen 38 2004-05 Matthew Taylor 13 Fabian Heaton 17 Neil Cohen 16 Matthew Taylor 26 2005-06 Fabian Heaton 17 Fabian Heaton 15 Matthew Taylor 27 Neil Cohen 39 2006-07 Fabian Heaton 11 Andrew Redman 20 Ashley Doolan 37 Matthew Taylor 18 2007-08 Andrew Redman 10 Fabian Heaton 15 Ashley Doolan 19 Roger Smith 20 2008-09 L Kannangara 15 Karl Schubert 21

FIFTH GRADE POIDEVIN GRAY SEASON AW GREEN SHIELD PLAYER TOTAL PLAYER TOTAL PLAYER TOTAL Matthew Taylor 23 David Mitchell 6 2001-02 Matthew Tilley 15 Steven Yates 33 Neil Cohen 8 2002-03 Campbell Dash 9 Fabian Heaton 14 Matthew Taylor 4 2003-04 Campbell Dash 7 Ian Paterson 24 Matthew Taylor 8 2004-05 Campbell Dash 16 Andrew Redman 14 Campbell Dash 10 2005-06 Andrew Redman 19 Andrew Redman 7 Campbell Dash 2 2006-07 Andrew Redman 13 Karl Schubert 13 Ashley Doolan 10 2007-08 Scott Gray 5 James Marlay 14 Ashley Doolan 4 2008-09 Addison Grinham 8

85 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: RECORDS AND PARTNERSHIPS Qualification: Batting = 8 Innings or 200 Runs; Bowling = 85 Overs or 15 Wickets GRADES 1 to 5 - RECORDS GRADES 1 to 5 PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Usman Khawaja 1st 1134 2007-08 1st Angus Stewart - Troy Brewster 235 v Mosman 3rd 2008-09 Highest Individual Score Tim Laws 2nd 231 2008-09 2nd Usman Khawaja-Matthew Mott 214 v Nth Sydney 1st 2004-05 Bowling Aggregate Adam Warren 1st 63 2001-02 3rd Troy Brewster-David Townsend 265 v Blacktown 4th 2002-03 Best Bowling in Innings Nigil Singh 3rd 9/43 2008-09 4th Paul Toole-Joseph Hill 197 v UTS Balmain 1st 2003-04 Most W/K Dismissals Daryl Parmenter 1st 64 2001-02 5th Tim Laws - Brenton Barker 309 v Bankstown 2nd 2008-09 Most Catches-Fielder Richard CheeQuee 1st 23 2002-03 6th Fabian Heaton-Nathan Rosser 163 v Sydney Uni 4th 2004-05 High Team Score - For v Mosman 1st 6/428 2002-03 7th David Fraser-Marc Anderson 133 v Parramatta 3rd 2001-02 High Team Score - Agst v St George 2nd 3/432 2008-09 8th Matthew Mott-James Byrne 110* v Campbelltown 1st 2004-05 Low Team Score - For v Parramatta 4th 40 2008-09 9th Shane Pargeter-Rodney Stafford 156* v Sydney Uni 2nd 2007-08 Low Team Score - Agst v Bankstown 4th 37 2005-06 10th Oliver Saffell-Grant Rimmer 123 v Mosman 5th 2006-07 FIRST GRADE RECORDS FIRST GRADE PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Usman Khawaja 1134 2007-08 1st Joseph Hill-Paul Toole 165* v Gordon 2002-03 Best Batting Average Simon Katich 96.83 2007-08 2nd Usman Khawaja-Matthew Mott 214 v North Sydney 2004-05 Highest Indivudal Score Simon Katich 177 2002-03 3rd Usman Khawaja-Simon Katich 188 v St George 2007-08 Bowling Aggregate Adam Warren 63 2001-02 4th Paul Toole-Joseph Hill 197 v UTS Balmain 2003-04 Best Bowling Average Jon Lewis 15.29 2003-04 5th Nathan Hauritz-Shawn Flegler 164* v University of NSW 2006-07 Best Bowling in Innings Jon Lewis 7/35 2003-04 6th Usman Khawaja-Tim Laws 112 v Gordon 2007-08 Most W/K Dismissals Daryl Parmenter 64 2001-02 7th Richard CheeQuee-Paul Staunton 117 v Sydney University 2001-02 Most Catches-Fielder Richard CheeQuee 23 2002-03 8th Matthew Mott-James Byrne 110* v Campbelltown 2004-05 High Team Score For v Mosman 6/428 2002-03 9th Nathan Rosser-Rodney Stafford 102 v Mosman 2003-04 High Team Score Agst v University of NSW 362 2005-06 10th Eddie Otto - Burt Cockley 73 v Eastern Suburbs 2008-09 Low Team Score For v Campbelltown 56 2007-08 Low Team Score Agst v Campbelltown 75 2007-08 SECOND GRADE RECORDS SECOND GRADE PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate John McLoughlin 607 2006-07 1st Richard Phillips-Matthew Taylor 122 v Gordon 2004-05 Best Batting Average Tim Laws 131.5 2008-09 2nd Matthew Taylor-David Mitchell 126 v University of NSW 2004-05 Highest Indivudal Score Tim Laws 231 2008-09 3rd Richard Phillips-David Mitchell 168 v St George 2002-03 Bowling Aggregate Brett Hunter 39 2006-07 4th David Mitchell-Paul Toole 189 v Gordon 2004-05 Best Bowling Average Scott Obey 13.31 2001-02 5th Tim Laws - Brenton Barker 309 v Bankstown 2008-09 Best Bowling in Innings James Byrne 7/20 2004-05 6th William Passas-Eddie Otto 198 v Gordon 2007-08 Most W/K Dismissals David Mitchell 41 2002-03 7th John McLoughlin-Brett Hunter 121* v Mosman 2005-06 Most Catches-Fielder Michael Watson 15 2006-07 8th Aaron Moseley-Scott Obey 106 v Parramatta 2001-02 High Team Score For v Bankstown 7/389 2008-09 9th Shane Pargeter-Rodney Stafford 156* v Sydney University 2007-08 High Team Score Agst v St George 3/432 2008-09 10th Andrew Harrison-Matthew Barnes 74 v Penrith 2002-03 Low Team Score For v Blacktown 62 2008-09 Low Team Score Agst v Mosman 64 2007-08 THIRD GRADE RECORDS THIRD GRADE PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Geoff Hodgkinson 612 2001-02 1st Angus Stewart - Troy Brewster 235 v Mosman 2008-09 Best Batting Average Geoff Hodgkinson 100.20 2002-03 2nd Alex Sciascia-Geoff Hodgkinson 198 v Mosman 2002-03 Highest Indivudal Score Matthew Taylor 144 2003-04 3rd Paul Greentree-John McLoughlin 144* v Mosman 2004-05 Bowling Aggregate Nigil Singh 38 2003-04 4th Tristan Marshall-Tim Laws 103 v Bankstown 2006-07 Best Bowling Average Nigil Singh 11.82 2008-09 5th Andrew Redman-Brett Hunter 162 v Gordon 2007-08 Best Bowling in Innings Nigil Singh 9/43 2008-09 6th Will Halsted-Cameron Gray 75 v University of NSW 2007-08 Most W/K Dismissals Neil Cohen 30 2002-03 7th David Fraser-Marc Anderson 133 v Parramatta 2001-02 Most Catches-Fielder John McLoughlin 14 2004-05 8th Matthew Wallis-Jordan Magro 92 v Eastern Suburbs 2008-09 High Team Score For v North Sydney 9/374 2006-07 9th Dean White-Eddie Otto 86 v Manly Warringah 2004-05 High Team Score Agst v Sydney University 4/322 2006-07 10th Jordan Magro-Grant Rimmer 92 v Sutherland 2008-09 Low Team Score For v North Sydney 51 2002-03 Low Team Score Agst v Campbelltown 55 2007-08 FOURTH GRADE RECORDS FOURTH GRADE PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Troy Brewster 676 2002-03 1st Matthew Taylor-Troy Brewster 155 v UTS Balmain 2002-03 Best Batting Average Matthew Banes 139.50 2002-03 2nd Steve Clarke-David Bourke 173 v Manly Warringah 2003-04 Highest Indivudal Score Andy Hollingsworth 218* 2002-03 3rd Troy Brewster-David Townsend 265 v Blacktown 2002-03 Bowling Aggregate Denis Hinds 42 2001-02 4th David Bourke-Neil Cohen 142 v Campbelltown 2001-02 Best Bowling Average Chris Singh 9.06 2004-05 5th David Townsend-William Passas 156 v Campbelltown 2006-07 Best Bowling in Innings Chris Singh 7/24 2004-05 6th Fabian Heaton-Nathan Rosser 163 v Sydney University 2004-05 Most W/K Dismissals Matthew Taylor 38 2002-03 7th David Townsend-Peter Devlin 95 v Penrith 2004-05 Most Catches-Fielder Melvin Singh 13 2006-07 8th Marc Anderson-Zachary Levein 71 v Manly Warringah 2002-03 High Team Score For v UTS Balmain 405 2002-03 9th Jason Gray-Nick Charlwood 108 v Western Suburbs 2008-09 High Team Score Agst v Gordon 7/295 2008-09 10th Benn West-Grant Rimmer 51 v Blacktown 2007-08 Low Team Score For v Parramatta 40 2008-09 Low Team Score Agst v Bankstown 37 2005-06

86 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: RECORDS AND PARTNERSHIPS Qualification: Batting = 8 Innings or 200 Runs; Bowling = 85 Overs or 15 Wickets FIFTH GRADE RECORDS FIFTH GRADE PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Tony Martin 640 2002-03 1st Matthew Hilder-Troy Brewster 189 v Eastern Suburbs 2002-03 Best Batting Average Matthew Hilder 55.25 2006-07 2nd Rob Cummings-David Bourke 154 v Sutherland 2008-09 Highest Indivudal Score Mark Carroll 159 2008-09 3rd Andrew Walters-Sean Porter 169 v UTS Balmain 2005-06 Bowling Aggregate Matthew Hilder 51 2008-09 4th Steve Clarke-Tony Martin 187 v Western Suburbs 2002-03 Best Bowling Average James Tyson 8.67 2007-08 5th Matthew Hilder-Karl Schubert 152 v Sydney 2008-09 Best Bowling in Innings Simon McKenzie 8/34 2003-04 6th Alan Wright-Barry Spencer 115 v Eastern Suburbs 2004-05 Most W/K Dismissals Steven Yates 33 2002-03 7th John Tierney-Mark Carroll 113 v Bankstown 2003-04 Most Catches-Fielder Matthew Hilder 10 2007-08 8th Nathan Silvy-Steve Bright 90 v Balmain 2001-02 Chris Barket 10 2008-09 9th Jon Griffiths-Jeremy Dwyer 73 v Sutherland 2002-03 High Team Score For v Hawkesbury 7/331 2003-04 9th Will Halstead-Jake Berry 73 v Western Suburbs 2005-06 High Team Score Agst v Sutherland 7/315 2004-05 10th Oliver Saffell-Grant Rimmer 123 v Mosman 2006-07 Low Team Score For v Hawkesbury 80 2005-06 Low Team Score Agst v Northern District 43 2004-05 POIDEVIN-GRAY RECORDS POIDEVIN-GRAY PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Matthew Taylor 295 2004-05 1st Usman Khawaja-Eddie Otto 160 v Western Suburbs 2004-05 Best Batting Average Matthew Taylor 59.00 2004-05 2nd Sean Gardner-Campbell Dash 136 v Penrith 2006-07 Highest Indivudal Score Eddie Otto 106 2004-05 3rd Michael Watson-Matthew Taylor 98* v Mosman 2004-05 Bowling Aggregate James Byrne 13 2002-03 4th Matthew Taylor-Paul Greentree 170 v UTS Balmain 2004-05 Best Bowling Average Usman Khawaja 15.17 2003-04 5th Campbell Dash-William Passas 92 v University of NSW 2007-08 Best Bowling in Innings Nick Charlwood 5/28 2008-09 6th Scott McGeachie-Neil Cohen 69 v Hawkesbury 2001-02 Most W/K Dismissals Neil Cohen 8 2002-03 7th Paul Greentree-James Byrne 78 v UTS Balmain 2002-03 Matthew Taylor 8 2004-05 8th James Byrne-Peter Conomos 45 v St George 2004-05 Most Catches-Fielder Usman Khawaja 4 2004-05 9th Alex Brown-Alex Tomkins 51 v Parramatta 2007-08 High Team Score For v Penrith 7/294 2006-07 10th Stephen Hurworth-Peter Alevizos 38 v Western Suburbs 2006-07 High Team Score Agst v Penrith 4/293 2006-07 Low Team Score For v Northern District 96 2001-02 Low Team Score Agst v Fairfield 103 2002-03 A W GREEN SHIELD RECORDS A W GREEN SHIELD PARTNERSHIPS Batting Aggregate Sean Gardner 341 2004-05 1st Campbell Dash-Sean Gardner 134 v University of NSW 2004-05 Best Batting Average Usman Khawaja 55.40 2002-03 2nd William Passas-Nicholas Lennings 65* v North Sydney 2003-04 Highest Indivudal Score William Passas 103 2003-04 3rd William Passas-Mark Carroll 156 v Northern District 2003-04 Bowling Aggregate Nick Charlwood 20 2006-07 4th Mark Carrol-Andrew Redman 74 v Eastern Surburbs 2004-05 Best Bowling Average Nick Charlwood 8.30 2006-07 5th Mark Carroll-Sean McInnes 104* v University of NSW 2004-05 Best Bowling in Innings Nick Charlwood 6/9 2006-07 6th Brandon McLean-Daniel Thomas 61 v Sydney Uni 2008-09 Most W/K Dismissals Campbell Dash 16 2004-05 7th Addison Grinham-Daniel Thomas 93 v Gordon 2008-09 Most Catches-Fielder Andrew Coles 9 2008-09 8th Robert Close-Alex Tomkins 50 v Campbelltown 2005-06 High Team Score For v University of NSW 4/264 2004-05 9th Denesh Hewa-Gamage-Shahzad Ali 43 v St George 2001-02 High Team Score Agst v Hawkesbury 7/253 2001-02 10th James McKenzie-Nibir Kader 31* v St George 2006-07 Low Team Score For v Penrith 53 2006-07 Low Team Score Agst v North Sydney 64 2006-07

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87 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: PERFORMANCE RECORDS BATTING - CENTURIES FIRST GRADE SECOND GRADE (Continued) SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2001-02 Richard CheeQuee Sydney University 103* 2007-08 Michael Watson St George 103* 2001-02 Richard CheeQuee Western Suburbs 113 2007-08 Shane Pargeter Sydney University 159* 2001-02 Richard CheeQuee Northern District 106 2007-08 Eddie Otto Gordon 124* 2001-02 Paul Toole Gordon 100 2008-09 Sean Gardner Mosman 147* 2002-03 Joseph Hill University of NSW 123* 2008-09 Tim Laws Bankstown 231 2002-03 Simon Katich Mosman 177 2008-09 Brenton Barker Bankstown 105* 2002-03 Simon Katich Eastern Suburbs 100* 2008-09 Michael Watson North Sydney 112 2002-03 Richard Chee Quee Eastern Suburbs 139* THIRD GRADE 2002-03 Richard Chee Quee Penrith 102* SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2002-03 Darren Wotherspoon North Sydney 100* 2001-02 Geoff Hodgkinson Gordon 104 2002-03 Matthew Cassar Blacktown 123 2001-02 Geoff Hodgkinson Bankstown 101 2003-04 Simon Katich Manly Warringah 110* 2002-03 Geoff Hodgkinson Mosman 119 2003-04 Richard Phillips Bankstown 114 2002-03 Geoff Hodgkinson Western Suburbs 122* 2003-04 Daryl Parmenter Blacktown 134* 2002-03 Alex Sciascia Mosman 135 2003-04 Joseph Hill UTS Balmain 126 2002-03 Brenton Barker Sutherland 106 2003-04 David Mitchell Parramatta 108 2002-03 Kallin Davies Western Suburbs 119 2003-04 Richard CheeQuee Hawkesbury 111 2002-03 Neil Cohen Northern District 120 2004-05 Usman Khawaja North Sydney 120 2003-04 Michael Watson St George 105 2004-05 Matthew Mott North Sydney 157 2003-04 Matthew Taylor University NSW 144 2004-05 Matthew Mott Campbelltown 168* 2004-05 Matthew Taylor North Sydney 102* 2005-06 Usman Khawaja Mosman 102 2004-05 Tony Martin Penrith 107 2005-06 Paul Horton UTS Balmain 110 2004-05 Troy Brewster Blacktown 102 2005-06 Joseph Hill Sutherland 121 2005-06 Steve Clarke North Sydney 111* 2006-07 Usman Khawaja Blacktown 115* 2006-07 Tristan Marshall Bankstown 100 2006-07 Joseph Hill Fairfield-Liverpool 110* 2007-08 Brett Hunter Gordon 120* 2007-08 Usman Khawaja Sydney University 138 2007-08 Cameron Gray University of NSW 101 2007-08 Usman Khawaja Western Suburbs 127* 2008-09 Troy Brewster Mosman 153* 2007-08 Usman Khawaja Northern District 101 2008-09 Angus Stewart Mosman 112 2007-08 Usman Khawaja Gordon 102 2008-09 Adam Semple Western Suburbs 124 2007-08 Usman Khawaja St George 111 2008-09 Lance Kahler Northern District 103* 2007-08 John McLoughlin Blacktown 126 FOURTH GRADE 2007-08 Adam Semple Blacktown 105* SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2007-08 Tim Laws Gordon 133 2001-02 David Townsend Sydney University 100* 2007-08 Simon Katich St George 149* 2001-02 Clive Cachia Parramatta 116* 2007-08 Nathan Hauritz Gordon 122 2002-03 Michael Watson Sutherland 125 2008-09 Usman Khawaja Mosman 102* 2002-03 Andy Hollingsworth Western Suburbs 218* 2008-09 Usman Khawaja University NSW 100 2002-03 Matthew Banes Hawkesbury 181 2008-09 Brett Jackson Hawkesbury 106 2002-03 Troy Brewster North Sydney 103 2008-09 Matthew Taylor Hawkesbury 103 2002-03 Troy Brewster Blacktown 135* SECOND GRADE 2002-03 Troy Brewster UTS Balmain 112 SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2002-03 Troy Brewster Manly Warringah 148 2001-02 John Moffatt University of NSW 116* 2002-03 David Townsend Blacktown 118* 2001-02 Matthew Parker Manly Warringah 101 2003-04 Steve Clarke Manly Warringah 117 2001-02 David Mitchell Manly Warringah 107 2004-05 Glen Carroll Parramatta 114* 2002-03 Jeff Hemming Sutherland 115 2004-05 Nathan Rosser Bankstown 100 2002-03 Jeff Hemming Western Suburbs 112* 2004-05 Nathan Rosser Sydney University 112 2002-03 Matthew Parker Sutherland 118* 2004-05 Fabian Heaton Sydney University 108* 2002-03 David Mitchell Manly 105 2005-06 Fabian Heaton University of NSW 112 2002-03 Richard Phillips Northern District 129* 2005-06 David Townsend Western Suburbs 105* 2003-04 David Mitchell Mosman 123* 2005-06 David Townsend Blacktown 101 2003-04 Usman Khawaja Parramatta 110* 2005-06 Sean Gardner Blacktown 125* 2003-04 Michael Watson Hawkesbury 119 2006-07 Campbell Dash UTS Balmain 138 2004-05 David Mitchell Sydney University 140 2006-07 David Townsend Campbelltown 101 2004-05 Paul Horton Campbelltown 126 2006-07 Alex Sciascia Gordon 100 2004-05 Matthew Taylor Blacktown 111 2007-08 Troy Brewster Manly Warringah 117* 2004-05 Paul Toole Gordon 104 2007-08 Troy Brewster Gordon 148 2006-07 John McLoughlin Manly Warringah 163 2008-09 Angus Stewart Gordon 101 2006-07 John McLoughlin Eastern Suburbs 107* 2008-09 Matthew Wallis Parramatta 108* 2006-07 Tim Laws Mosman 122 2008-09 Chris Singh Eastern Suburbs 107 2008-09 Will Halstead Northern District 101

88 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: PERFORMANCE RECORDS BATTING - CENTURIES FIFTH GRADE FIFTH GRADE (Continued) SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2001-02 Neil Cohen University of NSW 128* 2008-09 Karl Schubert Sydney 122 2001-02 Nathan Silvy UTS Balmain 116 2008-09 Mark Carroll Northern District 159 2002-03 Steven Yates Mosman 101* POIDEVIN GRAY 2002-03 Tony Martin Western Suburbs 155 SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2002-03 Steve Clarke Manly Warringah 109 2004-05 Matthew Taylor UTS Balmain 100* 2002-03 Troy Brewster Eastern Suburbs 136 2004-05 Eddie Otto St George 106 2003-04 Brent McNee UTS Balmain 119 2006-07 Usman Khawaja Blacktown 102 2005-06 Matthew Taylor Northern District 138 2007-08 Brett Jackson Mosman 104* 2005-06 Sean Porter UTS Balmain 117* 2008-09 Angus Stewart North Sydney 101* 2005-06 Matthew Hilder Penrith 105 AW GREEN SHIELD 2006-07 John Dunne Eastern Suburbs 113 SEASON BATSMAN OPPOSITION SCORE 2006-07 Andrew Walters North Sydney 123* 2003-04 William Passas Northern District 103 2006-07 Matthew Hilder Parramatta 153* 2008-09 Brandon McLean Manly Warringah 106

BOWLING - 5 OR MORE WICKETS IN AN INNINGS FIRST GRADE SECOND GRADE (Continued) SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES 2001-02 Adam Warren Parramatta 6/59 2003-04 Peter Bayley Eastern Suburbs 6/41 2001-02 Adam Warren Balmain 5/76 2003-04 Peter Devlin Hawkesbury 6/69 2001-02 Adam Warren North Sydney 7/36 2004-05 Nigil Singh Mosman 5/23 2001-02 Adam Warren UTS Balmain 5/84 2004-05 Melvin Singh Sydney University 5/103 2001-02 Scott Obey Manly Warringah 5/39 2004-05 Rodney Stafford Blacktown 6/69 2001-02 James Le Huray Eastern Suburbs 5/55 2004-05 Rodney Stafford Northern District 6/71 2001-02 Andrew Harrison Campbelltown 5/52 2004-05 Rodney Stafford Northern District 5/32 2002-03 Robert Smith Western Suburbs 7/82 2004-05 Peter Bayley Bankstown 6/29 2002-03 Scott Obey St George 7/64 2004-05 Peter Bayley Fairfield 5/45 2002-03 Scott Obey North Sydney 6/50 2004-05 James Byrne Mosman 7/20 2002-03 Adam Warren Eastern Suburbs 5/43 2005-06 Peter Alevizos Hawkesbury 5/31 2002-03 Adam Warren Gordon 5/52 2006-07 Rodney Stafford Manly Warringah 7/132 2003-04 Rodney Stafford UTS Balmain 6/85 2006-07 Cameron Gray Bankstown 5/64 2003-04 Rodney Stafford Eastern Suburbs 6/62 2006-07 Dean White Mosman 5/32 2003-04 Jonathan Lewis Sydney University 6/41 2006-07 Dean White Parramatta 7/37 2003-04 Jonathan Lewis Mosman 7/35 2006-07 Brett Hunter North Sydney 5/25 2003-04 Jonathan Lewis Fairfield - Liverpool 5/35 2006-07 Matthew Wallis Campbelltown 5/35 2003-04 Glenn Farquharson Eastern Suburbs 5/44 2007-08 Rodney Stafford Sydney University 5/72 2004-05 Nathan Rosser Mosman 5/33 2007-08 Rodney Stafford Hawkesbury 6/78 2004-05 Andrew Harrison Penrith 5/36 2007-08 Rodney Stafford Penrith 5/50 2004-05 Andrew Harrison Blacktown 5/54 2007-08 Rodney Stafford Sydney University 7/105 2005-06 Eddie Otto Western Suburbs 5/85 2007-08 Steve Bidwell-Brown Blacktown 5/35 2005-06 Nathan Rosser St George 5/50 2007-08 Steve Bidwell-Brown Manly Warringah 5/68 2005-06 James Byrne Sutherland 5/47 2007-08 Peter Alevizos Campbelltown 6/35 2006-07 Nathan Hauritz Fairfield - Liverpool 5/69 2007-08 Eddie Otto Sydney 7/42 2006-07 Adam Semple North Sydney 5/42 2007-08 Shane Pargeter Manly Warringah 5/33 2007-08 Nathan Hauritz Sutherland 5/54 2007-08 Andrew Downton Mosman 5/17 2007-08 Nathan Hauritz University of NSW 6/48 2008-09 Benn West Sydney 5/32 2007-08 Burt Cockley St George 5/48 2008-09 Melvin Singh Bankstown 5/61 2008-09 James Byrne Sydney 5/58 2008-09 Michael Watson Penrith 5/28 2008-09 Rodney Stafford Fairfield-Liverpool 5/49 2008-09 Nigil Singh Northern District 5/71 2008-09 Rodney Stafford Western Suburbs 5/83 THIRD GRADE 2008-09 Rodney Stafford North Sydney 6/76 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES SECOND GRADE 2001-02 Nigil Singh Penrith 6/49 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES 2001-02 Kallin Davies UTS Balmain 5/70 2001-02 Scott Obey University of NSW 5/47 2001-02 Dean White North Sydney 6/49 2001-02 Scott Obey Parramatta 7/68 2002-03 Chris Singh Mosman 5/53 2001-02 Andrew Harrison Northern District 5/29 2002-03 Chris Singh Eastern Suburbs 5/55 2001-02 Andrew Harrison North Sydney 5/51 2002-03 Nigil Singh Western Suburbs 6/35 2001-02 Melvin Singh Campbelltown 6/74 2002-03 Melvin Singh North Sydney 6/58 2001-02 Melvin Singh Fairfield - Liverpool 5/76 2002-03 Kallin Davies Blacktown 5/13 2002-03 Peter Bayley Western Suburbs 5/31 2002-03 Rodney Stafford Eastern Suburbs 6/84 2002-03 Matthew Barnes Gordon 7/88

89 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: PERFORMANCE RECORDS BOWLING - 5 OR MORE WICKETS IN AN INNINGS THIRD GRADE (Continued) FOURTH GRADE (Continued) SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES 2003-04 Sean Sampson Manly Warringah 5/31 2007-08 Chris Singh Sydney University 5/45 2003-04 Peter Spurr Penrith 5/35 2007-08 Chris Singh Manly Warringah 5/42 2003-04 Nigil Singh Fairfield 5/22 2007-08 Benn West Sutherland 5/62 2003-04 Nigil Singh Mosman 5/73 2007-08 Benn West Northern District 5/23 2004-05 David Bourke Parramatta 5/48 2007-08 Melvin Singh Blacktown 5/24 2004-05 James Le Huray Northern District 6/39 2007-08 Andrew Harrison Campbelltown 5/16 2005-06 Dean White North Sydney 5/26 2008-09 Robert Close Parramatta 5/16 2005-06 Matthew Wallis Hawkesbury 5/29 2008-09 Grant Rimmer Sydney 6/28 2005-06 Kenny Attanayake Northern District 5/23 2008-09 Matthew Coles Blacktown 6/23 2005-06 James Le Huray Western Suburbs 5/51 FIFTH GRADE 2005-06 Steve Blissenden Blacktown 5/22 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION SCORE 2006-07 Matthew Wallis Bankstown 6/55 2001-02 Steve Bright UTS Balmain 6/18 2007-08 Benn West Campbelltown 6/29 2001-02 Aaron Hildred Campbelltown 5/19 2008-09 Nigil Singh Bankstown 9/43 2002-03 Steve Bright Manly Warringah 6/43 2008-09 Nigil Singh St George 6/52 2002-03 David Bourke Gordon 5/21 2008-09 Grant Rimmer Sutherland 5/77 2003-04 Steve Bright Campbelltown 5/35 2008-09 Grant Rimmer Blacktown 5/21 2003-04 Simon McKenzie Bankstown 8/34 2008-09 Benn West Western Suburbs 6/44 2003-04 Steve Bidwell-Brown Eastern Suburbs 6/48 2008-09 Alex Brown North Sydney 6/21 2003-04 Grant Rimmer Gordon 5/52 2008-09 Matthew Wallis University NSW 7/37 2003-04 Chris Singh Penrith 5/43 2008-09 Matthew Wallis Northern District 5/55 2004-05 Denis Hinds Campbelltown 5/15 FOURTH GRADE 2004-05 John Tierney Blacktown 5/31 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES 2004-05 Simon McKenzie Gordon 5/53 2001-02 Peter Bayley Parramatta 5/62 2005-06 Dean White St George 7/70 2001-02 Peter Bayley North Sydney 6/55 2005-06 Matthew Hilder Sutherland 7/45 2001-02 Denis Hinds Western Suburbs 6/35 2005-06 Steve Bright Fairfield-Liverpool 5/56 2001-02 Denis Hinds Campbelltown 5/52 2006-07 John Tierney Bankstown 5/37 2001-02 Denis Hinds Fairfield - Liverpool 5/26 2006-07 Steve Bright Eastern Suburbs 6/43 2001-02 Alex Sciascia Western Suburbs 5/49 2006-07 Steve Bidwell-Brown Sydney University 5/21 2002-03 Denis Hinds Manly Warringah 5/34 2006-07 Steve Bidwell-Brown North Sydney 5/33 2002-03 Denis Hinds UTS Balmain 5/18 2006-07 Nigil Singh Gordon 5/37 2002-03 Nigil Singh Penrith 5/44 2007-08 James Tyson Blacktown 7/21 2002-03 Nigil Singh Blacktown 5/43 2007-08 James Tyson Penrith 5/30 2002-03 Aaron Hildred Northern District 5/71 2007-08 James Tyson Bankstown 7/16 2002-03 Aaron Hildred Blacktown 5/17 2007-08 James Tyson North Sydney 6/26 2003-04 Darren McCoy St George 5/42 2007-08 Grant Rimmer Campbelltown 6/22 2003-04 Neil Saker Fairfield Liverpool 5/33 2008-09 Matthew Hilder Parramatta 5/45 2004-05 Chris Singh Sydney University 7/24 2008-09 Matthew Hilder Eastern Suburbs 8/69 2004-05 Chris Singh Sydney University 6/39 2008-09 Matthew Hilder Sutherland 5/62 2004-05 Grant Rimmer Hawkesbury 5/28 2008-09 Matthew Hilder North Sydney 5/31 2004-05 Barry Spencer Gordon 5/57 2008-09 Matthew Hilder University NSW 5/29 2004-05 Darren McCoy Northern District 5/61 2008-09 Marcus Bain Blacktown 5/11 2005-06 Darren McCoy Hawkesbury 5/34 POIDEVIN GRAY 2005-06 Chris Singh Bankstown 5/12 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION SCORE 2005-06 Chad Greenberg Western Suburbs 6/89 2004-05 Usman Khawaja UTS Balmain 5/57 2005-06 Matthew Wallis UTS Balmain 5/20 2008-09 Nick Charlwood Campbelltown 5/28 2005-06 Matthew Wallis Fairfield-Liverpool 5/40 AW GREEN SHIELD 2006-07 Denis Hinds Fairfield Liverpool 5/43 SEASON BOWLER OPPOSITION SCORE 2006-07 Matthew Hilder Bankstown 6/49 2001-02 Shahzad Ali Eastern Suburbs 5/25 2006-07 Oliver Saffell Sydney University 5/60 2002-03 Usman Khawaja Sydney University 5/37 2006-07 Benn West North Sydney 6/51 2002-03 Usman Khawaja Fairfield 5/36 2006-07 Benn West Parramatta 5/22 2004-05 Peter Alevizos UTS Balmain 5/34 2006-07 Steve Bidwell-Brown Campbelltown 5/26 2006-07 Nick Charlwood North Sydney 6/9 2006-07 Steve Bidwell-Brown Mosman 7/41 2008-09 Vic Tharmarajah Manly Warringah 5/29

90 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: PERFORMANCE RECORDS BOWLING - HAT-TRICKS

SEASON GRADE BOWLER OPPOSITION DATE 2004-05 2nd Greg Hartshorne Bankstown 12-Mar-05 2004-05 4th Chris Singh Sydney University 30-Oct-04 2004-05 4th Chris Singh Sydney University 6-Nov-04 2006-07 4th Benn West North Sydney 13-Jan-07 2007-08 4th Benn West St George 22-Sep-07 2001-02 5th Steve Bright Northern Districts 22-Dec-01 2005-06 5th Matthew Hilder Sutherland 25-Feb-06 2001-02 AWG Shahzad Ali Eastern Suburbs 3-Jan-02

BOWLING - 10 OR MORE WICKETS IN A MATCH

SEASON GRADE BOWLER OPPOSITION FIGURES WKTS 2001-02 1st Adam Warren North Sydney 11/87 7/4 2002-03 1st Scott Obey North Sydney 10/93 6/4 2007-08 1st Nathan Hauritz University of NSW 10/70 6/4 2004-05 2nd Rodney Stafford Northern District 11/103 6/5 2006-07 2nd Dean White Parramatta 10/90 7/3 2001-02 3rd Dean White North Sydney 10/105 6/4 2008-09 3rd Alex Brown North Sydney 10/42 6/4 2004-05 4th Chris Singh Sydney University 13/63 7/6

WICKETKEEPING - 6 OR MORE DISMISSALS IN A INNINGS

SEASON GRADE WICKETKEEPER OPPOSITION DISMISSALS 2001-02 1st Daryl Parmenter Parramatta 7 5C/2S ` 2001-02 2nd David Mitchell Gordon 6 3C/3S 2001-02 2nd Paul Greentree North Sydney 6 5C/1S 2005-06 4th Campbell Dash Campbelltown 7 7C 2005-06 4th Karl Schubert Eastern Suburbs 7 6C/1S WICKETKEEPING - 8 OR MORE DISMISSALS IN A MATCH

SEASON GRADE WICKETKEEPER OPPOSITION DISMISSALS 2001-02 1st Daryl Parmenter North Sydney 8 3C/5C 2007-08 2nd Matthew Taylor Mosman 8 8C

PARTNERSHIPS OF 200 RUNS or MORE

RUNS WKT BATSMEN OPPOSITION GRADE SEASON 309 5th Tim Laws- Brenton Barker Bankstown 2nd 2008-09 265 3rd Troy Brewster-David Townsend Blacktown 4th 2002-03 235 1st Angus Stewart-Troy Brewster Mosman 3rd 2008-09 214 2nd Usman Khawaja-Matthew Mott North Sydney 1st 2004-05 205 3rd Sean Gardner-David Townsend Blacktown 4th 2005-06 202 2nd Brett Jackson-Matthew Taylor Hawkesbury 1st 2008-09

91 CURRENT PLAYERS CAREER STATISTICS Grades 1 to 5

S=Season, M=Matches, R=Runs, W=Wickets, Ct=Catches, RO=Run Outs, D=Dismissals, HS =Highest Score 100s = Centuries, B/B = Best Bowling, 5W = 5 Wickets in Innings, 10W = 10 Wickets in Match, Player S M R W Ct/RO D HS 100s B/B 5W 10W Peter Alevizos 5 63 223 106 14/3 0 30* 6/35 2 Kanchana Attanayake 3 30 161 39 8/1 0 51* 5/23 1 Marcus Bain 1 16 28 15 3/0 0 13* 5/11 1 Brenton Barker 7 79 1901 2 28/4 9/0 106 2 1/49 Chris Barket 1 11 164 4 10/0 0 55 2/11 Steve Bidwell-Brown 5 66 441 138 6/8 0 61* 7/41 7 David Bourke 8 130 2305 47 21/1 0 90 5/21 2 Troy Brewster 8 89 2775 0 21/6 0 153* 9 Alex Brown 2 18 173 34 8/1 0 39 6/21 1 1 Gabriel Budwee 1 17 286 25 3/0 0 54 0 3/15 James Byrne 7 120 1375 191 36/14 0 97 7/20 3 Glen Carroll 5 57 1190 3 15/3 0 114* 3/22 Mark Carroll 4 32 723 0 8/1 0 159 1 Nick Charlwood 3 14 173 19 4/3 0 59 3/74 Robert Close 3 20 399 26 7/1 0 69 5/16 1 Burt Cockley 2 25 60 45 8/0 0 23 5/48 1 Matthew Coles 1 15 172 13 8/2 0 50 6/23 1 Robert Cummings 2 30 603 0 1/3 14/6 84 Peter Devlin 4 29 191 46 7/1 0 39 6/69 1 Ashley Doolan 2 38 751 0 0/4 50/11 65 0/17 Matthew Doyle 2 10 156 0 2/0 0 46* Julian Foster-Pullman 1 2 47 0 0/0 29 0/4 Cameron Fowler 3 29 117 44 6/2 0 51 4/11 George Frazakis 8 37 712 0 12/0 1/0 66* 0/1 Sean Gardner 4 60 1500 4 15/3 0 147* 2 1/6 Cameron Gray 7 77 1494 78 23/5 0 101 1 5/64 1 Jason Gray 2 19 523 1 10/0 0 71* 1/1 Trent Griffiths 8 92 1898 35 22/0 0 64 4/39 Addison Grinham 1 2 11 1 0/0 0 7 1/8 Will Halstead 4 29 487 0 8/4 0 101 1 Andrew Harrison 8 124 842 232 28/1 0 55* 6/51 6 Nathan Hauritz 3 40 1344 63 30/3 0 122 1 6/48 3 1 Fabian Heaton 8 93 2495 1 8/1 105/12 112 2 1/0 Denesh Hewa-Gamage 2 2 23 0 1/0 0 18 0/5 Matthew Hilder 8 129 2799 147 72/4 0 153* 2 8/69 7 Denis Hinds 8 82 181 164 20/2 0 32 6/35 7 Thomas Holland 3 34 686 1 13/2 8/3 74 1/21 Brett Hunter 7 106 2061 105 57/8 0 120* 1 5/25 1 Robert Huxley 1 1 0 2 3/0 0 0 2/21 Brett Jackson 2 36 1261 12 13/4 0 106 1 3/27 Joshua James 1 14 146 24 5/0 0 58 4./23 Lance Kahler 3 28 583 1 11/0 0 103* 1 1/37 Lasanga Kannangara 1 14 239 0 3/0 13/2 42 Simon Katich 7 38 1693 24 18/0 0 177 4 3/27 Usman Khawaja 8 113 4399 25 40/4 0 138 11 4/26 Tim Laws 3 46 1564 3 32/3 0 231 3 1/4 Barton Lynch 2 21 346 2 8/1 0 41 2/32 Jordan Magro 3 39 568 37 13/1 0 63 4/20 James Marley 1 7 58 0 0/0 8/6 39* Darren McCoy 6 69 1094 85 27/2 0 88 5/34 3 Nathan McCoy 2 30 176 41 3/1 0 41 3/9 Brandon McLean 1 13 135 15 7/0 0 53 3/82 John McLoughlin 8 100 2850 13 53/3 0 163 3 3/11

92 CURRENT PLAYERS CAREER STATISTICS Grades 1 to 5

S=Season, M=Matches, R=Runs , W=Wickets, Ct=Catches, RO=Run Outs, D=Dismissals, HS=Highest Score 100s = Centuries, B/B = Best Bowling, 5W = 5 Wickets in Innings, 10W = 10 Wickets in Match, Player S M R W Ct/RO D HS 100s B/B 5W 10W David Mitchell 7 98 2807 0 20/2 92/19 140 5 Sam Muir 1 5 2 6 2/0 0 1* 3/60 Eddie Otto 8 130 1969 142 44/10 0 124* 1 7/42 2 William Passas 6 53 969 8 10/6 0 68* 2/21 Kushaal Ram 1 1 1 0 0/0 0 1* 0/19 Andrew Redman 4 57 989 0 3/0 51/9 87 Grant Rimmer 8 106 354 168 40/17 0 36 6/22 6 Peter Rogers 1 1 4 0 0/0 0 4 Nicholas Saady 1 6 17 3 3/0 0 12* 1/11 Karl Schubert 4 38 593 0 0/1 43/11 122 1 Alex Sciascia 8 122 2974 6 38/12 0 135 2 5/49 1 Adam Semple 3 42 997 54 14/3 0 124 2 5/42 1 Chris Singh 7 102 1027 197 22/2 0 107 1 7/24 8 1 Melvin Singh 7 99 649 168 40/0 0 51 6/58 6 Nigil Singh 8 112 272 222 17/3 0 33* 9/43 11 David Skuthorpe 1 1 0 1 0/0 0 1/15 Roger Smith 1 14 196 0 0/0 19/6 76 Rodney Stafford 8 122 1574 229 61/5 0 72* 7/105 14 1 Nicholas Stapleton 2 10 253 0 0/1 11/1 63 0/15 Angus Stewart 1 14 444 0 11/0 0 112 2 John Stewart 2 5 6 1 1/0 0 4* 1/74 Matthew Taylor 8 135 3868 1 21/2 150/32 144 5 1/8 Alex Tomkins 4 33 556 11 12/3 4/3 93 2/7 David Townsend 8 122 3363 4 44/8 0 118* 5 1/4 James Tyson 2 25 29 62 2/0 0 7* 7/16 4 Matthew Wallis 4 59 880 122 29/3 0 108* 1 7.37 7 Andrew Walters 5 62 1398 2 18/1 0 123* 1 2/10 Michael Watson 8 135 3449 42 54/18 0 125 5 5/28 1 Benn West 4 57 546 119 16/1 0 45* 6/29 7 Glen Whichello 3 49 328 70 11/6 0 47 4/20 Dean White 7 88 1096 174 21/1 0 49 7/37 5 2

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PLAYER MILESTONES

Matthew Taylor (135); Michael Watson (135); David Bourke (130); Eddie Otto (130); Matthew Hilder (129); Andrew Harrison (124); Rodney Stafford (122); Alex Sciascia (122); David 100 Games Townsend (122); James Byrne (120); Usman Khawaja (113); Nigil Singh (112); Grant Rimmer (106); Brett Hunter (106); Chris Singh (102); Joseph Hill (102); John McLoughlin (100) 4000 Runs Usman Khawaja (4,399); Richard Chee Quee (4,028) 3000 Runs Matthew Taylor (3,868); Michael Watson (3,449); David Townsend (3,363); Joseph Hill (3,138) Alex Sciascia (2,974); John McLoughlin (2,850); David Mitchell (2,807); Matthew Hilder (2,799); 2000 Runs Troy Brewster (2,775); Paul Toole (2,638); Fabian Heaton (2,495); David Bourke (2,305); Neil Cohen (2,225); Brett Hunter (2,061); Paul Greentree (2,051) Steve Clarke (1,995); Eddie Otto (1,969); Tony Martin (1,938); Richard Phillips (1,913);Brenton 1500 Runs Barker (1,901); Trent Griffiths (1,898); Simon Katich (1,693); Daryl Parmenter (1,656); Rodney Stafford (1,574); Tim Laws (1,564); Greg Hartshorne (1,546); Sean Gardner (1,500) Cameron Gray (1,494); Marc Anderson (1,418); Andrew Walters (1,398); James Byrne (1,375); 1000 Runs Nathan Hauritz (1,344); Brett Jackson (1,261); Glen Carroll (1,190); Matthew Mott (1,149); Dean White (1,096); Darren McCoy (1,094); Nathan Rosser (1,072); Chris Singh (1,027) 200 Wickets Andrew Harrison (232); Rodney Stafford (229); Nigil Singh (222) Chris Singh (197); James Byrne (191); Steve Bright (177); Dean White (174); Grant Rimmer 150 Wickets (168); Melvin Singh (168); Denis Hinds (164) Matthew Hilder (147); Eddie Otto (142); Peter Bayley (133); Steve Bidwell-Brown (138); Chad 100 Wickets Greenberg (127); Matthew Wallis (122); Benn West (119); Adam Warren (109); Peter Alevizos (106); Brett Hunter (105) Matthew Taylor (182); Neil Cohen (176); Daryl Parmenter (152); Fabian Heaton (117); David 100 Dismissals Mitchell (111) Matthew Hilder (72); Joseph Hill (65); Rodney Stafford (61); Richard Chee Quee (61); Brett 50 Catches Hunter (57); Michael Watson (54); John McLoughlin (53) Michael Watson (18); Grant Rimmer (17); James Byrne (14); Paul Greentree (13); Alex Sciascia 10 Run Outs (12); Eddie Otto (10) 100 Wickets Rodney Stafford (229/1574); Chris Singh (197/1027); James Byrne (191/1375); Dean White & 1000 Runs (174/1096);Matthew Hilder (147/2799); Eddie Otto (142/1969); Brett Hunter (105/2061) Usman Khawaja (11); Troy Brewster (9); Richard Chee Quee (6); David Mitchell (5); David Centuries Townsend (5); Matthew Taylor (5); Michael Watson (5); Simon Katich (4); Joseph Hill (4) Rodney Stafford (14); Nigil Singh (11); Chris Singh (8); Steve Bidwell-Brown (7); Denis Hinds (7); Matthew Hilder (7); Matthew Wallis (7); Benn West (7); Peter Bayley (6); Steve Bright (6); 5 Wicket Innings Andrew Harrison (6); Grant Rimmer (6); Melvin Singh (6); Adam Warren (6); Scott Obey (5); Dean White (5); James Tyson (4)

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94 SIGNIFICANT EVENTS and MILESTONES Season Details 2001-02 1st Grade team wins 11 successive matches on first innings 2001-02 1st Grade loses minor premiership and relegated to 4th following protest by Fairfield-Liverpool 2001-02 Richard CheeQuee wins Bill O'Reilly Medal as Player of the Season 2001-02 1st Grade wins Sydney Morning Herald Club of the Year competition 2001-02 Petersham Oval wins SCA Most Improved Ground Award 2001-02 1st Grade scorer Ruth Kelleher appointed official scorer for Test Match at SCG Aust. v South Africa 2002-03 All 5 grades win against Fairfield-Liverpool and Blacktown 2002-03 1st Grade loses Final of Limited Overs Competition to Sutherland 2002-03 Tailend batsman Matt Barnes hits 32 from one over in 2nd Grade match v Penrith at Howell Oval 2002-03 30 centuries scored for season in five grades 2002-03 Andy Hollingsworth scores club's first double century--218 in 4th Grade 2002-03 Simon Katich hits 9 sixes in innings of 177 against Mosman at Petersham Oval 2003-04 1st, 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade teams play in Grade Qualifying Finals 2003-04 1st, 3rd and 5th Grade teams play in Grade Semi Finals and Finals 2003-04 Joseph Hill hits 26 sixes in 1st Grade season total of 780 runs 2004-05 Chris Singh takes 4th Grade hat-trick in each innings against Sydney University at Petersham Oval 2004-05 All 5 grades win against Blacktown (second time against this club in past 3 seasons) 2004-05 Sean Gardner selected in NSW Schoolboys under 15 years representative team 2004-05 Usman Khawaja selected in NSW and Australian Under 19 years teams 2004-05 Greg Hartshorne takes a hat trick against Bankstown in 2nd Grade…his first in 38 years of Grade cricket 2004-05 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th Grade teams play in Grade Qualifying Finals (2nd successive year 4 teams qualify) 2004-05 2nd, 4th and 5th Grade teams play in Semi Finals (2nd successive year 3 teams qualify) 2004-05 2nd and 4th Grade teams play in Grade Finals 2004-05 Greg Hartshorne achieves third successive premiership as captain in three grades….4th, 3rd and 2nd 2005-06 Campbell Dash effected 7 dismissals as wicketkeeper in 4th Grade against Campbelltown Camden 2005-06 All 5 grades lose against Penrith 2005-06 All 5 grades win against Blacktown (third time against this club in past 4 seasons) 2005-06 Usman Khawaja, representing NSW, named "Player of the Under 19 Championships" 2005-06 Usman Khawaja named in Australian team for 2006 Under 19 World Cup 2005-06 4th Grade bowl out Bankstown for 37 and UTS Balmain for 57 2005-06 No RP batsman scores double figures in 1st Grade total of 64 against Bankstown which wins in 41 overs. 2005-06 1st Grade fail to win a game until 17th match of season when they defeat St George at Hurstville 2005-06 Simon Katich tours NZ, South Africa and Bangladesh with Australian team 2005-06 Richard CheeQuee retires as 3rd highest run scorer in Sydney 1st Grade Cricket 2005-06 Matthew Hilder takes a hat-trick in 5th Grade as part of a 7 for 45 performance 2005-06 Matthew Taylor hits 7 boundaries in one over in 1st Grade against Blacktown 2005-06 4th Grade team plays in Grade Qualifying Final for fifth successive year 2005-06 5th Grade team plays in Grade Qualifying Final for fourth successive year 2005-06 5th Grade team plays in Grade Semi Final for fourth successive year 2005-06 4th and 5th Grade teams play in third Grade Final in past five years 2005-06 Greg Hartshorne wins fourth successive premiership as a member of winning 4th Grade team 2005-06 5th Grade captain Dean White wins first premiership in his 16th Grade Cricket season 2005-06 5th Grade team wins 10th successive match to take premiership 2006-07 Ist Grade hit record Limited Overs score of 6-336 against UTS Balmain including 106 from final 8 overs 2006-07 4th Grade hit record Limited Overs score of 6-325 against UTS Balmain 2006-07 4th Grade lose 9 wickets for 34 runs after being 1 for 161 to lose by 19 runs against Manly 2006-07 Rod Stafford takes a personal best 7 wickets for 132 off 43 successive overs against Manly in 2nd Grade 2006-07 Usman Khawaja scores 174 for Sydney South East v NSW Country in the State League Cup (50 overs) 2006-07 Brett Hunter (51no) and James Byrne (17no) set 1st Grade 10th wkt partnership record of 57 to defeat Mosman 2006-07 Ollie Saffel (97no) and Grant Rimmer (36) set 5th Grade / club 10th wicket partnership record of 123 v Mosman 2006-07 Simon Katich tours India with Australian team 2006-07 Greg Hartshorne appointed NSW State selector 2006-07 1st Grade take 10 wickets for 63 against Sydney Uni after they were 0-103 to record an outright win by 29 runs 2006-07 Benn West takes 4th Grade hat-trick in performance of 6 for 61 against North Sydney at Petersham Oval 2006-07 3rd Grade defeats North Sydney by huge 257 run margin at North Sydney No.2 2006-07 2nd Grade lose only 4 wickets in defeating North Sydney outright at Coogee 2006-07 Dean White records match figures of 10 for 90 (7-37 and 3-53) in 2nd Grade against Parramatta 2006-07 Campbell Dash (88) and Sean Gardner (52) set new club 2nd wicket partnership record of 136 in PG competition 2006-07 Poidevin Gray team sets new club highest score record scoring 7-294 in win over Penrith 2006-07 2nd Grade defeat Wests in 25 overs in 50 overs match to gain 2 bonus points and win place in Qualifying Final 2006-07 1st Grade lose final 7 matches to slump from 2nd to 12th in 1st Grade competition

95 SIGNIFICANT EVENTS and MILESTONES Season Details 2007-08 Club records four tied matches in first 7 rounds (two in 1st Grade ; one in 2nd Grade and 4th Grade) 2007-08 1st Grade dismiss Campbelltown Camden for record low 75, reply with record low 56 yet win outright 2007-08 4th Grade dismissed by Campbelltown Camden for record low 49 before winning outright 2007-08 3rd Grade dismiss Campbelltown Camden for record low 55 2007-08 Rod Stafford takes 7 for 105 in Semi-Final against Sydney Uni at Coogee with remaining 3 batsmen run out 2007-08 All 5 grades win against Manly with 1sts and 2nds winning outright and return 164 Club Championship points 2007-08 All 5 grades win against Uni NSW and return 128 Club Championship points 2007-08 All 5 grades win against St George (1st Grade tie) and return 110 Club Championship points 2007-08 Bill Anderson named Sydney Cricket Association Coach of the Year 2008-09 Usman Khawaja scores record successive double-hundreds in Second XI cricket for NSW 2008-09 20 wickets fell for 99 when RPC was dismissed for 40 before bowling out Parramatta for 59 in 4th Grade 2008-09 4th Grade's win over Hawkesbury was the team's seventh win from seven games against that club 2008-09 4th Grade's win over Eastern Suburbs was the team's sixth win from six games against that club 2008-09 5th Grade's win over Bankstown was the team's sixth win from six games against that club 2008-09 4th Grade's loss against North Sydney was the first in seven matches against that club 2008-09 In 1st Grade's outright defeat by Sutherland, 8 wickets lost were ducks including the first 4 in the second innings 2008-09 1,237 runs were scored in one day to win 4 of 5 grades against Mosman with 4th Grade the only loser 2008-09 1st Grade's match against Sydney was the first grade game to be played at historic Bradman Oval, Bowral 2008-09 All 5 grades win against Sydney and return 120 Club Championship points 2008-09 2nd Grade dismissed by Blacktown for record low score of 62

TEAM PERFORMANCE IN FINALS Season Grade Match Result Opposition Venue Scores 2001-02 1st Qual Final Lost UTS Balmain Drummoyne 220 to 280 2001-02 1st LO Semi Lost Mosman Coogee 158 to 201 2001-02 4th Qual Final Lost Sutherland Petersham 163 & 9-152 to 202 & 5-118 2002-03 1st LO Semi Won Eastern Subs. Waverley 2-232 to 231 2002-03 1st LO Final Lost Sutherland Caringbah 187 to 6-188 2002-03 2nd Qual Final Won Uni NSW Village Green 8-262 to 261 2002-03 4th Qual Final Won UTS Balmain Coogee 405 to 81 2002-03 5th Qual Final Won St George Petersham 5-212 to 211 2002-03 2nd Semi Final Lost St George Hurstville 307 to 368 2002-03 4th Semi Final Drawn St George Coogee 365 to 7-167 2002-03 5th Semi Final Won Bankstown Petersham 251 to 190 2002-03 4th Final Won Manly Petersham 237 to 185 2002-03 5th Final Lost Sydney Uni Caringbah 220 to 239 2003-04 1st Qual Final Won Mosman Coogee 7-236 to 234 2003-04 3rd Qual Final Won Mosman Petersham 95 & 161 to 75 & 172 2003-04 4th Qual Final Lost Gordon Killara 9-216 dec to 9-217 2003-04 5th Qual Final Drawn Gordon Kensington 8-232 to 294 2003-04 1st Semi Final Drawn UTS Balmain Coogee 6-310 to 5-318 dec 2003-04 3rd Semi Final Drawn Bankstown Petersham 258 to 9-255 2003-04 5th Semi Final Won Penrith Kensington 9-236 to 232 2003-04 1st Final Lost Eastern Subs. Coogee 234 to 273 & 4-187 2003-04 3rd Final Drawn Penrith Petersham 207 to 5-105 (rain) 2003-04 5th Final Drawn Campbelltown Raby No.1 1-18 to 221 (rain) 2004-05 1st LO Semi Lost Sydney Uni Syd Uni No.1 115 to 200 (25 overs match) 2004-05 AWG Qual Final Lost Penrith Coogee 179 to 4-182 2004-05 AWG Semi Final Lost Campbelltown Raby No.1 205 to 5-206 2004-05 PG Semi Final Lost St George Hurstville 212 to 7-247 2004-05 2nd Qual Final Won Fairfield Liverpool Coogee 5-205 to 204 2004-05 3rd Qual Final Lost Penrith Petersham 149 to 8-199 2004-05 4th Qual Final Won Penrith Nth Sydney 1 282 to 272 2004-05 5th Qual Final Drawn Sutherland Kensington 8-165 to 7-315 dec 2004-05 2nd Semi Final Won Mosman Rawson 184 to 110 2004-05 4th Semi Final Drawn Sydney Uni Coogee 7-311 to DNB 2004-05 5th Semi Final Lost Parramatta Kensington 136 to 2-150 2004-05 2nd Final Won UTS Balmain Bankstown 193 and 6-43 to 78 and 157 2004-05 4th Final Lost Gordon Killara 141 to 2-141

96 TEAM PERFORMANCE IN FINALS Season Grade Match Result Opposition Venue Scores 2005-06 AWG Qual Final Drawn Gordon Coogee no play-rain 2005-06 AWG Semi Final Lost Campbelltown Raby No.1 58 to 8-250 2005-06 4th Qual Final Won Sutherland Coogee 333 to 178 2005-06 5th Qual Final Won Fairfield Liverpool Kensington 200 to 198 2005-06 4th Semi Final Drawn Campbelltown Coogee 5-183 to 7-267 dec 2005-06 5th Semi Final Won Penrith Howell 9-267 to 164 2005-06 4th Final Won Fairfield Liverpool Coogee 163 and 7-101 to 128 2005-06 5th Final Won Fairfield Liverpool Village Green 260 to 221 2006-07 1st LO Semi Won Fairfield Liverpool Coogee 4-254 to 6-253 (D/L) 2006-07 1st LO Final Lost Bankstown Coogee 7-270 to 6-281 2006-07 2nd Qual Final Lost Sydney Uni Syd Uni No.1 87 to 6-131 2006-07 4th Qual Final Won Mosman Coogee 150 to 84 2006-07 5th Qual Final Won Penrith Petersham 178 to 133 2006-07 4th Semi Final Won St George Coogee 4-172 to 170 2006-07 5th Semi Final Lost Sutherland Petersham 139 to 170 2006-07 4th Final Lost Sutherland Coogee 123 & 4-144 dec to 147 & 9-98 2007-08 1st Qual Final Won St George Hurstville 5-308 TO 307 2007-08 2nd Qual Final Won Mosman Allan Border 174 and 0-4 to 112 and 64 2007-08 4th Qual Final Won Gordon Coogee 280 and 2-71 to 106 2007-08 5th Qual Final Won Sutherland Petersham 212 to 164 2007-08 1st Semi Final Lost Gordon Chatswood 220 to 6-223 2007-08 2nd Semi Final Lost Sydney Uni Coogee 135 to 307 2007-08 4th Semi Final Drawn Sutherland Kensington 9-176 to 244 2007-08 5th Semi Final Won Bankstown Jensen 7-224 dec to 82 2007-08 4th Final Won Penrith Coogee 9-220 to 218 2007-08 5th Final Won North Sydney Tunks 5-223 to 121 2008-09 5th Qual Final Drawn Sydney Uni Coogee 9-186 to 243 2008-09 5th Semi Final Drawn St George Coogee 7-216 to 4-309 dec. 2008-09 5th Final Lost Campbelltown Coogee 151 to 7-152

Eight Year Summary: Played 65 ; Won 29 ; Lost 23 ; Drawn 13 as at 2008-09 SCA INDIVIDUAL SEASON WINNERS SeasonWinner Grade Performance 2001-02 Richard Chee Quee 1st Leading runscorer with 1,003 runs 2001-02 Daryl Parmenter 1st Most wicketkeeping dismissals with 64 (53c / 11s) 2002-03 Richard Chee Quee 1st Leading fielder with 23 catches 2002-03 Geoff Hodgkinson 3rd Best batting average of 100.20 2002-03 Troy Brewster 4th Leading runscorer with 676 runs 2002-03 Anthony Martin 5th Leading runscorer with 640 runs 2002-03 Denis Hinds 4th Most wickets with 37 2002-03 David Mitchell 2nd Most wicketkeeping dismissals with 41 (36c / 5s) 2002-03 Neil Cohen 3rd Most wicketkeeping dismissals with 30 (23c / 7s) 2002-03 Matthew Taylor 4th Most wicketkeeping dismissals with 38 (30c / 8s) 2002-03 Steven Yates 5th Most wicketkeeping dismissals with 33 (29c / 4s) 2003-04 Richard Chee Quee 1st Leading runscorer with 907 runs 2004-05 Peter Alevizos AWG Most wickets with 19 2005-06 Matthew Wallis 4th Best bowling average of 13.97 2006-07 Melvin Singh 4th Equal Most Catches 14 2007-08 Usman Khawaja 1st Leading runscorer with 1,134 runs 2007-08 Simon Katich 1st Best batting average of 96.83 2007-08 Chris Singh 4th Most wickets with 38 2008-09 Matthew Wallis 3rd Most wickets with 29 2008-09 Matthew Hilder 5th Most wickets with 51

97 CLUB POSITION IN COMPETITION Year 1st 1st LO 2nd 3rd 4th 5th PG's AWG CC 2001-02 5th 3rd 17th 12th 5th 7th 15th 15th 7th 2002-03 7th 2nd 3rd 10th 1st 2nd 6th 19th 5th 2003-04 2nd 5th 13th 1st 5th 2nd 14th 16th 4th 2004-05 10th 4th 1st 5th 2nd 3rd 4th 4th 3rd 2005-06 19th20th 9th 14th 1st 1st 9th 4th 16th 2006-07 12th 2nd 6th 9th 2nd 3rd 20th 13th 5th 2007-08 4th 12th 3rd 10th 1st 1st 13th 13th 1st 2008-09 17th 10th 15th 8th 12th 2nd 14th 8th 15th

CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th PGs AWG Club Club Season Captain Captain Captain Captain Captain Captain Captain Captain Coach 2007-08 N Hauritz R Stafford N Singh D Townsend D McCoy U Khawaja N Stapleton B Hunter P Devlin

PREMIERSHIPS Season Grade Captain Manager Scorer 2002-03 Fourth Grade Greg Hartshorne John Connell Owen Ridge 2003-04 Third Grade Greg Hartshorne John Connell Richard McCord 2004-05 Second Grade Greg Hartshorne John Connell Richard McCord 2005-06 Fourth Grade David Townsend John Connell Lynette Jackson 2005-06 Fifth Grade Dean White Peter Chaplin Janice Chaplin 2007-08 Fourth Grade David Townsend John Connell Richard McCord 2007-08 Fifth Grade Darren McCoy Neville Walters David Holland

MINOR PREMIERSHIPS

Season Team Captain 2003-04 3rd Grade Tony Martin 2006-07 4th Grade David Townsend 2007-08 4th Grade David Townsend

WIN ALL GRADES IN THE SAME ROUND (GREENWASH) SeasonRoundClub 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th CC Points 2002-039 Fairfield-LiverpoolWW W W W 120 2002-0315 BlacktownWW W W W 120 2004-0511 BlacktownWW W W W 120 2005-0615 BlacktownW W1B W1B W2B W1B 137 2007-081 St GeorgeT W1B W W1B W 110 2007-0813 Manly WarringahWO WO W W W 164 2007-0814 University of NSWWW W W WO 128 2008-09 3 SydneyWW W W W 120

LOSE ALL GRADES IN THE SAME ROUND (DISASTER) SeasonRound Club 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th CC Points 2005-064L PenrithL L L L 0

SCA SPIRIT OF CRICKET AWARD

Season Team Captain 2004-05 2nd Grade Greg Hartshorne 2004-05 4th Grade David Townsend 2005-06 2nd Grade Rodney Stafford

98 RANDWICK PETERSHAM OFFICIALS

PRESIDENT CHIEF EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT CEO 2001-09 Michael Whitney 2001-02 Laurie Heil 2001-02 Ray Stafford 2002-07 Ray Stafford 2002-03 Tony Parker 2007-09 Greg Hartshorne 2003-08 Tony Martin 2008-09 Wayne Mulherin

FINANCIAL CONTROLLER ASST. FIN. CONTROLLER ASST. FIN. CONTROLLER 2001-03 Stephen Devlin 2001-02 Alan Wright 2003-04 Tony Parker 2003-09 Bernie Dagg 2002-03 Bernie Dagg 2004-09 David Holland

NSWCA DELEGATE SCA DELEGATE SCA DELEGATE 2001-09 Peter Wright 2001-09 Peter Wright 2001-02 Chris Sullivan 2003-07 Ray Stafford 2002-03 Greg Hartshorne 2007-08 Greg Hartshorne 2008-09 Chris Sullivan

COMMITTEE MEMBERS 2001-09 Chris Sullivan 2001-09 David Townsend 2001-09 Alan Wright 2001-06 Greg Hartshorne 2001-02 Dean White 2001-02 David Skuthorpe 2002-08 Wayne Mulherin 2006-08 Darren McCoy 2008-09 Matthew Hilder 2008-09 Bill Anderson 2008-09 Peter Devlin

CLUB COACH CLUB CAPTAIN FIRST GRADE CAPTAIN 2001-09 Peter Devlin 2001-06 Andrew Millican 2001-04 Paul Toole 2006-09 Brett Hunter 2004-05 Matthew Mott 2005-06 Joseph Hill 2006-07 Shawn Flegler 2007-09 Nathan Hauritz

PAST OFFICIALS OF FOUNDING CLUBS (PAST 50 SEASONS) RANDWICK

PRESIDENT SECRETARY SECRETARY 1951-58 Walter Byrne 1947-58 Stroy Donnan 1995-96 Stanley Beal 1958-60 Arthur Brennan 1958-70 Frederick Snell 1996-97 Ruth Kelleher 1960-64 Stroy Donnan 1970-72 John Corcoran 1997-98 Stanley Beal 1964-78 Bill Beath 1972-74 John Letson 1998-01 Laurie Heil 1978-89 Alan Turner 1974-75 Frederick Snell 1989-91 Lyall Gardner 1975-89 Lyall Gardner TREASURER 1991-01 Philip Tresidder 1989-91 Michael Drew 1948-64 George Simpson 1991-92 Stephen Devlin 1964-91 John Hayward 1992-95 Michael Drew 1991-01 Stephen Devlin

PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE

PRESIDENT SECRETARY TREASURER 1951-59 Sidney Bain 1951-68 John Ross 1951-53 William Single 1959-68 Dudley Seddon 1968-70 John Crossley 1953-78 Alfred Debnam 1968-88 John Ross 1970-79 Brian Hughes 1978-86 Raymond Brown 1988-91 Clive Johnston 1979-80 Gregory Hancock 1986-88 John Pearson 1991-95 John Pearson 1980-86 Alan Nelson 1988-90 John King 1995-96 Neale Anderson 1986-98 Timothy Dein 1990-91 Steven McIntyre 1996-97 Alan Staunton 1998-01 John King 1991-93 Bruce Turpin 1997-98 John Greenberg 1993-97 John Kelly 1998-01 Wayne Mulherin 1997-98 John Brewster 1998-99 Gavin Burt 1999-01 Bernie Dagg

99 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: CAPPED PLAYERS No. PLAYER YEAR No. PLAYER YEAR 1 Paul Toole 2001-02 33 Geoff Hodgkinson 2003-04 2 Daryl Parmenter 2001-02 34 Eddie Otto 2003-04 3 Ian Barter 2001-02 35 Neil Cohen 2003-04 4 Richard CheeQuee 2001-02 36 Aaron Hildred 2003-04 5 Graham Doig 2001-02 37 Matthew Mott 2004-05 6 Andrew Millican 2001-02 38 James Byrne 2004-05 7 Paul Staunton 2001-02 39 Paul Horton 2004-05 8 Grant Parmenter 2001-02 40 Nigil Singh 2004-05 9 Adam Warren 2001-02 41 Melvin Singh 2004-05 10 Andrew Harrison 2001-02 42 Matthew Taylor 2004-05 11 James LeHuray 2001-02 43 Jamie Boettiger 2005-06 12 Matthew Parker 2001-02 44 Michael Watson 2005-06 13 John Moffatt 2001-02 45 Jade Dernbach 2005-06 14 Brett Hunter 2001-02 46 Paul Greentree 2005-06 15 Scott Obey 2001-02 47 Chris Whelan 2005-06 16 David Mitchell 2001-02 48 Arun Harinath 2005-06 17 Matt Cassar 2002-03 49 Shawn Flegler 2006-07 18 Joseph Hill 2002-03 50 Nathan Hauritz 2006-07 19 Simon Katich 2002-03 51 Jordan Magro 2006-07 20 Robert Smith 2002-03 52 Adam Semple 2006-07 21 Darren Wotherspoon 2002-03 53 Tim Laws 2006-07 22 Chris Benjamin 2002-03 54 Glen Whichello 2006-07 23 Richard Phillips 2002-03 55 Lance Kahler 2006-07 24 Jeff Hemming 2002-03 56 Peter Alevizos 2006-07 25 Peter Bayley 2002-03 57 Burt Cockley 2007-08 26 Matthew Banes 2002-03 58 Brett Jackson 2007-08 27 Glenn Farquharson 2003-04 59 John McLoughlin 2007-08 28 Tim Lloyd 2003-04 60 Ashley Doolan 2007-08 29 Nathan Rosser 2002-03 61 Shane Pargeter 2007-08 30 Jonathan Lewis 2003-04 62 William Passas 2008-09 31 Rodney Stafford 2003-04 63 Steve Bidwell-Brown 2008-09 32 Usman Khawaja 2003-04 64 Brenton Barker 2008-09

RANDWICK PETERSHAM: REPRESENTATIVE PLAYERS Australia - Test Cricket 2003-04 Simon Katich v Zimbabwe (1), India (4), (1) 2004-05 Simon Katich v Sri Lanka (2), India (4), New Zealand (3) 2005-06 Simon Katich v England (5), West Indies (1), World XI (1) 2008-09 Simon Katich v West Indies (3), India (4), New Zealand (2), South Africa (6) 2008-09 Nathan Hauritz v New Zealand (1), South Africa (2)

Australia - One Day Internationals 2004-05 Simon Katich v India (4), Sri Lanka (1) 2005-06 Simon Katich v Pakistan (4), West Indies (1), New Zealand (4), Bangladesh (1) 2005-06 Simon Katich v England (2), World XI (2), New Zealand (3), Sri Lanka (7), South Africa (8), Bangladesh (3) 2008-09 Nathan Hauritz v South Africa (6), Pakistan (5)

Australia - Twenty20 Internationals 2005-06 Simon Katich v New Zealand (1), South Africa (2) 2008-09 Nathan Hauritz v Pakistan (1), Sri Lanka (1)

100 RANDWICK PETERSHAM: REPRESENTATIVE PLAYERS Australian Overseas Teams 2003-04 Simon Katich Tour of Sri Lanka 2004-05 Simon Katich Tours of India and New Zealand; Ashes, England 2005-06 Usman Khawaja Under 19 World Cup, Sri Lanka 2007-08 Simon Katich Tour of West Indies 2008-09 Simon Katich Tours of India and South Africa; Ashes, England 2008-09 Nathan Hauritz Tours of South Africa & UAE; 20/20 World Cup, England; Ashes, England

New South Wales - First Class / Limited Overs / 20/20 Cricket 2002-03 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition also Captain 2003-04 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition also Captain 2004-05 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition also Captain 2005-06 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition also Captain 2006-07 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition also Captain 2006-07 Nathan Hauritz Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition 2007-08 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO & 20/20 Competition also Captain 2007-08 Nathan Hauritz Sheffield Shield / State LO & 20/20 Competition 2007-08 Usman Khawaja Sheffield Shield 2007-08 Burt Cockley Sheffield Shield 2008-09 Simon Katich Sheffield Shield / State LO & 20/20 Competition also Captain 2008-09 Nathan Hauritz Sheffield Shield / State LO & 20/20 Competition 2008-09 Usman Khawaja Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition 2008-09 Burt Cockley Sheffield Shield / State LO Competition

Australia A 2002-03 Simon Katich v South Africa also Captain

New South Wales - Second XI 2001-02 Adam Warren 2005-06 Usman Khawaja 2006-07 Usman Khawaja / Nathan Hauritz 2007-08 Usman Khawaja / Nathan Hauritz / Burt Cockley 2008-09 Usman Khawaja / Nathan Hauritz / Burt Cockley

Australia Under 19 2004-05 Usman Khawaja 2005-06 Usman Khawaja Under 19 World Cup, Sri Lanka

New South Wales Under 19 2004-05 Usman Khawaja 2005-06 Usman Khawaja 2007-08 Peter Alevizos

New South Wales Under 17 2005-06 Peter Alevizos

Combined Green Shield 2002-03 Usman Khawaja 2003-04 William Passas 2004-05 Sean Gardner / Peter Alevizos / Mark Carroll 2005-06 Robert Close 2006-07 Nick Charlwood

New South Wales Schoolboys 2003-04 Usman Khawaja 2004-05 Sean Gardner 2006-07 Peter Alevizos

101 CLUB RECORDS OF FOUNDING CLUBS RANDWICK PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE

FIRST GRADE FIRST GRADE Highest Score Alan Turner 230no 1979-80 Highest Score Con Karantz 228no 1999-00 Most Runs Jack Chegwyn 939 1941-42 Most Runs Graeme Hughes 784 1983-84 Best Batting Average Rodney Davison 86.83 1984-85 Best Batting Average Graeme Hughes 84.80 1991-92 Most Wickets Scott Obey 65 1998-99 Most Wickets Dave Chardon 69 1983-84 Best Bowling Average Trevor Bennetts 9.14 1980-81 Best Bowling Average William Moffatt 11.00 1973-74 Most Dismissals Alan Campbell 58 1981-82 Most Dismissals Ray Phillips 39 1976-77 SECOND GRADE SECOND GRADE Highest Score Jim Noonan 244 1906-07 Highest Score Brian Riley 182no 1977-78 Most Runs Les Turner 943 1916-17 Most Runs David Baxter 741 1971-72 Best Batting Average Greg Doyle 129.00 1986-87 Best Batting Average Barry Holland 60.50 1969-70 Most Wickets Eric Voges 93 1943-44 Most Wickets Robert McLean 75 1966-67 Best Bowling Average Barry Corry 3.84 1954-55 Best Bowling Average Clem Baldwin 10.70 1955-56 Most Dismissals Barry Wood 33 1965-66 Most Dismissals John Millington 40 1974-75 THIRD GRADE THIRD GRADE Highest Score Gary Landow 220no 1934-35 Highest Score John Sherring 161 1951-52 Most Runs Alan Ward 634 1930-31 Most Runs Robert Pearce 677 1956-57 Best Batting Average Paul Toole 296.00 1992-93 Best Batting Average Colin Munford 65.85 1972-73 Most Wickets Eric Smith 81 1923-24 Most Wickets Barry Holland 70 1971-72 Best Bowling Average Les O'Brien 3.55 1932-33 Best Bowling Average Darren McCoy 7.50 1998-99 Most Dismissals Geoff Field 35 1976-77 Most Dismissals Shane Penson 39 1995-96 Most Dismissals Paul Foster 35 1987-88 FOURTH GRADE FOURTH GRADE Highest Score Les Wilson 199 1984-85 Highest Score Tim Levinson 159 1998-99 Most Runs Ray Dever 554 1959-60 Most Runs Graham Brown 586 1969-70 Best Batting Average Greg Doyle 202.00 1993-94 Best Batting Average Ross Hardy 69.00 1987-88 Most Wickets Peter Brennan 60 1968-69 Most Wickets Nick Sterrey 53 1973-74 Best Bowling Average John McCauley 6.04 1956-57 Best Bowling Average Shaun Murphy 4.80 1986-87 Most Dismissals Michael Meadows 40 1996-97 Most Dismissals Barry McDonald 30 1954-55 FIFTH GRADE FIFTH GRADE Highest Score Alex Williams 192 1991-92 Highest Score Tony Wright 171no 1995-96 Most Runs Geoff Hodgkinson 605 1994-95 Most Runs Todd Shipp 462 1995-96 Best Batting Average Paul Homann 159.00 1983-84 Best Batting Average Michael Harrison 44.70 1986-87 Most Wickets James Le Huray 66 1994-95 Most Wickets Steven Green 28 1995-96 Best Bowling Average James Le Huray 8.58 1994-95 Best Bowling Average David Kelly 10.90 1988-89 Most Dismissals David Mitchell 24 1997-98 Most Dismissals Alan Biddle 27 1992-93 Most Dismissals Rowan Brewster 27 1994-95 POIDEVIN GRAY POIDEVIN GRAY Highest Score Craig Wiseman 179 1993-94 Highest Score Ian Moran 163 1998-99 Most Runs Craig Wiseman 512 1993-94 Most Runs Jamie Bray 494 1993-94 Best Batting Average Malcolm Brown 139.00 1979-80 Best Batting Average Bob Simpson 236.00 1952-53 Most Wickets Keith Lee 38 1930-31 Most Wickets Colin Hollingsworth 29 1961-62 Best Bowling Average Darren Quint 6.28 1991-92 Best Bowling Average Pat Crawford 6.20 1952-53 Most Dismissals Richard Bennison 19 1988-89 Most Dismissals Martin Bedkober 23 1970-71 AW GREEN SHIELD AW GREEN SHIELD Highest Score John Letson 130no 1960-61 Highest Score David Carson 183 1991-92 Highest Score Mark Sundin 130 1985-86 Most Runs Martin Bedkober 645 1968-69 Most Runs Michael Watson 358 1991-92 Best Batting Average Bob Simpson 156.70 1951-52 Best Batting Average Robert Duff 73.25 1964-65 Most Wickets Russell Waugh 37 1957-58 Most Wickets Alan Heatley 37 1956-57 Best Bowling Average Jim Kazaglis 6.30 1995-96 Best Bowling Average Peter Barnes 6.60 1963-64 Most Dismissals Martin Bedkober 23 1968-69 Most Dismissals Keith Edwards 20 1960-61

102 CLUB RECORDS AND STATISTICS OF FOUNDING CLUBS LAST 20 SEASONS : 1ST GRADE BATTING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE P Clifford 615 A Turner 51.00 1981-82 P Taylor 444 G Hartshorne 27.70 P Clifford 766 D Knox 41.83 1982-83 B Riley 533 B D'Jura 61.40 G Mathew 594 P Clifford 72.62 1983-84 G Hughes 784 G Hughes 49.00 G Bensley 706 G Bensley 50.43 1984-85 G Hughes 636 B D'Jura 63.80 G Bensley 420 D Knox 54.86 1985-86 M Kelaher 404 N Anderson 40.40 R Banwell 392 P Devlin 41.50 1986-87 P Taylor 554 B D'Jura 45.50 G Doyle 500 A Millican 46.00 1987-88 B Patman 504 M Atkinson 30.50 P Devlin 349 R CheeQuee 30.70 1988-89 M Atkinson 410 M Atkinson 25.60 R CheeQuee 730 R CheeQuee 45.63 1989-90 G Hartshorne 608 G Hartshorne 55.90 A Millican 519 I Austin 33.21 1990-91 M Atkinson 562 G Hughes 40.00 R CheeQuee 549 R CheeQuee 39.21 1991-92 G Hughes 424 G Hughes 84.80 R Davison 703 R Davison 58.58 1992-93 J Bray 476 G Hughes 73.20 M Haywood 798 R Davison 81.56 1993-94 J Bray 619 G Cunningham 61.20 R Davison 521 R Davison 86.83 1994-95 G Cunningham 783 G Cunningham 46.10 R CheeQuee 526 R CheeQuee 65.70 1995-96 G Cunningham 500 P Stepto 34.20 R CheeQuee 663 R CheeQuee 47.30 1996-97 S Moran 433 T Crosland 34.30 R CheeQuee 621 A Millican 39.23 1997-98 G Cunningham 597 D Arnold 41.70 R CheeQuee 757 R CheeQuee 36.05 1998-99 D Fulton 541 D Fulton 31.80 P Toole 563 A Millican 35.77 1999-00 D Fulton 661 C Karantz 44.00 R CheeQuee 601 O Hodges 36.20 2000-01 G Doig 463 D Smith 30.30 BOWLING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE E Gordon 51 E Gordon 9.82 1981-82 D Chardon 34 J Sullivan 18.40 T Jay 46 T Jay 13.13 1982-83 W Mulherin 64 D Chardon 16.40 G Bensley 53 G Bensley 12.39 1983-84 D Chardon 69 D Chardon 16.00 T Jay 47 T Jay 16.79 1984-85 D Chardon 33 D Chardon 24.80 T Jay 39 T Jay 16.95 1985-86 M Appleton 22 M Appleton 20.60 T Jay 39 M Whitney 18.76 1986-87 D Chardon 23 M Appleton 21.90 T Jay 27 M Whitney 17.35 1987-88 D Chardon 44 D Chardon/B Patman 19.10 N Javed 38 P Devlin 16.92 1988-89 A Meakin 28 A Meakin 19.80 T Jay 36 M Whitney 16.11 1989-90 W Mulherin 33 J Bain 21.60 T Jay 39 I Austin 16.97 1990-91 W Mulherin 43 W Mulherin 20.80 D Somerville 31 M Whitney 21.00 1991-92 W Mulherin 48 W Mulherin 17.60 P March 36 G Bensley 17.80 1992-93 G McFadden 27 M Cassar 18.30 G Parmenter 29 P Fitzgerald 19.26 1993-94 W Mulherin 38 M Cassar 20.90 A Stuart 39 A Stuart 17.67 1994-95 W Mulherin 42 D Capel 17.80 G Parmenter 34 A Stuart 17.00 1995-96 A Graham 39 R Aitken 19.40 A Downton 43 A Downton 16.07 1996-97 D Wright 48 D Wright 15.60 G Parmenter 43 J Lehuray 19.44 1997-98 M Burton 28 M Burton 25.70 S Obey 65 S Obey 11.11 1998-99 G Farquharson 41 G Farquharson 18.10 J Lehuray 43 J Lehuray 17.95 1999-00 M Cassar 37 M Cassar 20.50 A Warren 34 J Lehuray 18.67 2000-01 R Smith 33 G Doig 18.60

103 CLUB RECORDS AND STATISTICS OF FOUNDING CLUBS LAST 20 SEASONS : 2ND GRADE BATTING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE S Devlin 333 D Knox 30.57 1981-82 B Sharp 402 B Riley 39.57 A Wright 336 D Knox 35.33 1982-83 S Sullivan 481 S Sullivan 34.30 S Devlin 439 S Hunt 37.11 1983-84 C Sullivan 421 C Sullivan 30.00 R Banwell 497 G Arms 54.66 1984-85 S Irwin 429 C Sullivan 39.30 A Millican 440 A Millican 48.89 1985-86 S Sullivan 515 C Horner 45.00 M CheeQuee 408 G Doyle 129.00 1986-87 H Templeman 497 D Skuthorpe 39.30 M CheeQuee 423 N Herps 63.00 1987-88 D Buchanan 412 B Pozuelo 36.80 M CheeQuee 489 M CheeQuee 48.90 1988-89 S Irwin 489 S Irwin 34.90 G Whitaker 305 D Barclay 37.43 1989-90 D Skuthorpe 374 D Gainsford 38.50 T Greenberg 378 R Banwell 52.25 1990-91 D Skuthorpe 489 J Affleck 56.50 G Davison 565 G Davison 80.71 1991-92 P Clarke 406 P Clarke 40.60 G Davison 510 T Greenberg 54.22 1992-93 P McGee 403 C Eckersley 30.30 R Banwell 571 D Barclay 80.14 1993-94 C Eckersley 459 G Cunningham 49.00 A Harris 576 J Quint 69.40 1994-95 D Townsend 388 P Clarke 45.80 C Mongan 350 D Quint 105.60 1995-96 D Kelly 408 J Aitken 53.20 K Geyer 335 S Zantides 52.83 1996-97 I Moran 463 I Moran 36.10 C Chapman 478 O Hodges 35.60 1997-98 P Staunton 381 J Kelly 35.20 S Zantides 330 S Carpenter 53.50 1998-99 D Smith 494 K Lawrence 44.20 S Zantides 335 D Barclay 75.67 1999-00 J Moffatt 341 J Moffatt 42.70 M Parker 585 D Mitchell 64.33 2000-01 T Crosland 311 T Crosland 44.40 BOWLING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE G Anderson 21 D Ledwidge 17 1981-82 B Timbrell 37 B Timbrell 14.40 G Anderson 35 R Banwell 18.19 1982-83 P Rolls 27 P Bishell 14.60 M Preddey 31 C Pentecost 14.04 1983-84 P Rolls 35 M England 17.50 C Pentecost 34 C Pentecost 18.2 1984-85 J Gilligan 30 R Buchanan 17.20 W Heathcote 29 G Anderson 10.54 1985-86 B Timbrell 27 B Timbrell 19.10 A Ackerman 31 D Barclay 16.09 1986-87 K McKenna 36 K McKenna 20.20 D Hinds 18 D Hinds 17.11 1987-88 D Gibson 20 D Gibson 16.30 A Ackerman 23 P Fitzgerald 11.72 1988-89 G Duffield 19 C Horner 20.90 R Anderson 24 R Anderson 14.33 1989-90 D Gibson 25 D Gibson 16.60 D Hooper 37 P Homann 20.75 1990-91 M Whitby 38 W Pepper 12.40 D Carroll 24 D Carroll 16.92 1991-92 A Meakin 21 A Meakin 16.80 G Whitaker 28 M Sundin 20.00 1992-93 D White 31 G Mason 18.30 P Devlin 23 P Fitzgerald 17.26 1993-94 A Graham 17 A Graham 27.00 P Devlin 26 A Warren 16.35 1994-95 G McFadden 12 D Wright 19.30 L Murphy 28 L Murphy 22.96 1995-96 A Harrison 22 D Wright 20.90 S Obey 30 S Obey 18.2 1996-97 M Burton 31 R Aitken 15.80 M Barnes 33 M Barnes 13.6 1997-98 P Staunton 23 K Qayyam 24.90 M Barnes 26 A Moseley 17.77 1998-99 S Aamir 28 S Aamir 18.30 M Barnes 34 M Barnes 16.59 1999-00 D White 30 S Greenburg 17.10 G Blake 29 G Blake 20.62 2000-01 D White 18 D Bourke 15.10

104 CLUB RECORDS AND STATISTICS OF FOUNDING CLUBS LAST 20 SEASONS : 3RD GRADE BATTING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE R Duff 297 S Hughes 29.37 1981-82 M Bourke 367 P Rolls 26.00 R Davies 381 P Wright 64.33 1982-83 P Johnston 428 D Skuthorpe 25.80 R Duff 419 G Gordon 57.67 1983-84 I Maroya 315 K McKenna 25.80 N Zografakis 559 N Zografakis 55.90 1984-85 S Hookey 604 S Hookey 40.30 D Barclay 247 D Barclay 35.29 1985-86 P Hegarty 277 S Quaken 24.70 S Devlin 307 N Zografakis 49.75 1986-87 P Hegarty 360 P Hegarty 32.70 C Jones 463 C Jones 28.94 1987-88 I Blue 411 I Blue 41.10 D Paduch 290 D Paduch 48.33 1988-89 P Toner 285 K McKenna 25.00 A Wright 284 R Montedoro 35.40 1989-90 P Toner 510 P Toner 36.40 R Montedoro 352 J Ramsey 43.50 1990-91 J Nazar 284 C Story 33.30 G Doyle 438 B Young 66.50 1991-92 C Eckersley 302 D Bradstock 29.40 S Cohen 374 P Toole 296.00 1992-93 D Chardon 314 D Chardon 31.40 R Montedoro 331 M Sundin 44.20 1993-94 D Chardon 194 D Cremin 30.00 I Barter 296 D Barclay 97.50 1994-95 C Manning 274 C Manning 27.40 C Mongan 411 C Mongan 82.20 1995-96 M Burton 296 M Burton 32.90 P O'Connell 359 D Barclay 88.00 1996-97 R Brewster 267 R Brewster 26.70 M Parker 433 A Moseley 36.30 1997-98 D Smith 294 D Najdek 51.20 J McLoughlin 342 G Hodgkinson 52.01 1998-99 N Ludgate 190 G Burt 23.30 S Geyer 345 E Irwin 61.33 1999-00 S Marsh 171 G Burt/ R Brewster 20.30 J Holt 172 A Moseley 46.33 2000-01 M Anderson 219 M Anderson 27.40 BOWLING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE P Ledwidge 23 C Pentecost 17.00 1981-82 J Soames 32 S Sullivan 8.80 G Parker 24 G Parker 18.19 1982-83 W Brown 39 W Brown 15.80 P Ingle 30 C Pentecost 14.04 1983-84 J Gilligan 17 J Gilligan 22.70 W Heathcote 67 C York 18.20 1984-85 G Wilkin 34 G Wilkin 16.30 A Ackerman 40 W Martin 10.54 1985-86 D Bransdon 26 K McKenna 13.40 G Whitaker 20 D Creagh 16.09 1986-87 D Gibson 24 S Murphy 22.90 D Carroll 43 I Brown 17.11 1987-88 G Duffield 29 D Gibson 15.10 D Hinds 29 D Hinds 11.72 1988-89 I Fowler 19 D Gainsford 15.40 I Brown 33 I Brown 14.33 1989-90 G Duffield 23 W Pepper 17.50 P Fitzgerald 57 P Fitzgerald 20.75 1990-91 D Gainsford 15 R Buchanan 12.10 P Fitzgerald 48 P Fitzgerald 16.92 1991-92 C Feltham 16 C Feltham 21.20 P Fitzgerald 42 P Fitzgerald 20.00 1992-93 D Chardon 22 P Rolls 18.20 A Downton 22 D Lawrence 17.26 1993-94 D Rojo 15 D Rojo 16.10 B Barber 29 B Barber 16.35 1994-95 D Rojo 23 D Buckmaster 12.00 D Hinds 39 S Obey 22.96 1995-96 W Mulherin 40 D White 15.30 R Banwell 31 M Sundin 18.20 1996-97 W Mulherin 38 A Clements 12.80 A Hildred 36 A Hildred 13.60 1997-98 D McCoy 29 D McCoy 13.40 D Hinds 31 D Hinds 17.77 1998-99 R Harris 21 D McCoy 7.50 A Hildred 19 M Sundin 16.59 1999-00 B Croker 24 D McCoy 14.70 A Bailey 17 A Bailey 20.62 2000-01 P Bayley 17 E Otto 20.50

105 CLUB RECORDS AND STATISTICS OF FOUNDING CLUBS LAST 20 SEASONS : 4TH GRADE BATTING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE G Gordon 389 G Gordon 48.63 1981-82 C Sullivan 399 C Sullivan 28.50 D Kenny 345 R Banwell 168.00 1982-83 R Oberman 375 C Storey 20.90 B Jones 286 B Jones 35.75 1983-84 G Wilkin 378 G Wilkin 27.00 G Inger 275 L Wilson 44.00 1984-85 D Thomas 387 D Thomas 25.80 A Birimac 260 S Devlin 43.00 1985-86 P Bain 349 P Bain 34.90 C Jones 329 C Jones 47.00 1986-87 S Dawle 259 N Sterry 43.00 R Montedoro 297 R Regan 88.00 1987-88 D Heather 425 R Hardy 69.00 R Charlton 346 R Charlton 49.43 1988-89 D Wood 143 C Storey 34.80 M Sundin 304 T Greenberg 53.66 1989-90 D Meakin 216 D Meakin 43.20 C Jones 395 B Young 80.00 1990-91 D Sue 458 M Cassar 51.60 P Platus 459 P Platus 51.00 1991-92 R Hanzek 189 J Sutton 22.00 A Williams 527 M Whitmee 61.83 1992-93 D Wright 366 R Hanzek 32.10 G McElroy 382 G Doyle 202.00 1993-94 C Story 313 C Storey 28.50 S Cohen 364 S Cohen 91.00 1994-95 A Wright 241 B Harris 29.90 M Parker 453 P Richardson 56.70 1995-96 T Brewster 301 T Brewster 37.60 M Parker 463 C Chapman 63.60 1996-97 S Penrose 282 B Harris 29.40 S Howes 527 S Howes 35.13 1997-98 S McCabe 182 D Mathie 22.00 R Banwell 287 R Stafford 38.17 1998-99 R Bushell/ D Buckley 205 R Bushell 22.80 S Howes 187 T Reilly 42.25 1999-00 D Skuthorpe 173 N Ludgate 22.30 S Clarke 220 N Ross 52.50 2000-01 D Townsend 438 P Greentree 33.50 BOWLING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE G Eastick 25 E Fletcher 10.92 1981-82 W Brown 41 W Brown 10.20 A Ackerman 34 J Lupton 8.38 1982-83 P Hilder 28 J Gilligan 25.00 W Heathcote 29 W Heathcote 11.62 1983-84 G Wilkin 22 T Panecasio 14.70 J Lupton 24 P Gale 14.00 1984-85 B Pat 35 M Mathews 19.90 S Pal 24 P Gale 14.06 1985-86 B Thompson 17 B Thompson 13.10 J Lupton 12 S Pal 19.54 1986-87 T McMahon 26 S Murphy 1.80 D Hooper 40 I Brown 12.56 1987-88 C Jackson 18 D McCoy 12.50 W Heathcote 29 R Yamine 13.65 1988-89 G McFadden 14 D Gainsford 13.40 R Withers 25 R Withers 13.04 1989-90 K McKenna 26 G McFadden 28.30 D Hinds 45 D Hinds 14.89 1990-91 K McKenna 23 K McKenna 13.50 M Dart 31 D Hinds 13.21 1991-92 D Harrison 22 D Harrison 11.90 D Hinds 21 D Hinds 17.81 1992-93 D Wright 15 R Hanzek 16.60 D Hinds 29 I Brown 14.73 1993-94 D Rojo/ B Lampier 15 D Rojo 22.50 P Richardson 21 S Obey 10.73 1994-95 B Lampier 17 M Chatto 20.90 R Montedoro 34 S Obey 13.50 1995-96 A Meakin 15 R Mear 21.40 D Hinds 44 A Hildred 9.70 1996-97 S Penrose 35 S Penrose 11.90 M Singh 24 M Singh 14.42 1997-98 P Buckley 24 T Payne 19.00 D Willis 26 A Myers 13.79 1998-99 B Croker 12 B Croker 15.80 G Rimmer 289 G Rimmer 12.82 1999-00 A Marsh 15 J Kalagzis 9.10 D Hinds 21 S Sampson 14.74 2000-01 A Marsh 24 A Harrison 6.40

106 CLUB RECORDS AND STATISTICS OF FOUNDING CLUBS LAST 20 SEASONS : 5TH GRADE BATTING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE PLAYER RUNS PLAYER AVE N Zografakis 344 D Downing 52.00 1981-82 no team no team B Jones 304 R Scott 44.00 1982-83 no team no team A Birimac 251 P Homann 159.00 1983-84 no team no team P Wright 602 P Smith 43.66 1984-85 no team no team P Homann 291 A Harris 63.50 1985-86 B Pat 289 B Pat 32.10 S Condon 405 P Foster 43.55 1986-87 M Harrison 268 M Harrison 44.70 A Russell 230 P Smith 30.67 1987-88 D Wood 250 D Wood 25.00 O Hodges 338 D Hodges 37.55 1988-89 B Pearce 115 D Redden 28.70 O Hodges 212 A Duffy 44.75 1989-90 J Bray 162 D Harrison 34.60 C York 585 C York 58.50 1990-91 C Eckersley 402 P Geftakis 44.30 A Williams 529 A Williams 75.57 1991-92 G Flint 260 D McClatchley 25.80 D Cashin 261 A Duffy 54.00 1992-93 C Halliday 215 C Halliday 43.00 M Parker 404 D Cashin 46.50 1993-94 J Crain 191 B Harris 31.00 G Hodgkinson 605 G Hodgkinson 75.63 1994-95 A Staunton 228 A Staunton 22.70 T Jay 341 M Parker 40.40 1995-96 T Shipp 462 T Wright 36.90 S Blacker 403 R Betteridge 85.00 1996-97 D Smith 249 D Marsh 29.70 P Lyons 327 A Bridge 24.42 1997-98 P McKenna 449 P McKenna 26.40 T Griffiths 262 T Griffiths 23.82 1998-99 A Sciascia 228 M Robinson 32.60 J Boyle 395 J Boyle 49.38 1999-00 P McKenna 107 P McKenna 26.30 F Heaton 238 S Clarke 69.00 2000-01 M Masters 322 M Masters 32.20 BOWLING

RANDWICK SEASON PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE PLAYER WICKETS PLAYER AVE G Thompson / R Ingle 18 G Owen 16.00 1981-82 no team no team G Owen 23 P Homann 9.07 1982-83 no team no team G Koufis 33 P Gale 15.35 1983-84 no team no team S Pal 35 G Koufis 11.04 1984-85 no team no team D Simpson 34 S McInnes 11.88 1985-86 R Roberts 21 D McClatchley 13.10 C York 27 D Carroll 10.90 1986-87 J Stone 16 R Hardy 17.70 G Owen / M Griffith 26 G Owen 9.92 1987-88 J Stone 18 D Parker 16.00 R Withers 29 M Griffith 11.86 1988-89 N Sterry 14 D Kelly 10.90 J LeHuray 15 J LeHuray 16.67 1989-90 D Harrison 18 A Chinnery 10.90 A Ramsay 29 A Ramsay 11.00 1990-91 J Helm 24 G Stafford 14.20 A Warren 33 P Barnes 8.93 1991-92 S Stone 15 T Dein 22.20 D Willis 20 W Tilley 11.60 1992-93 A Harrison 26 S Penrose 12.10 D Hooper 22 L Morris 15.89. 1993-94 C Staunton 20 C Staunton 19.40 J LeHuray 66 J LeHuray 8.58 1994-95 S Green 19 P Buckley 17.30 T Jay 38 T Jay 10.00 1995-96 S Green 28 S Green 13.90 K Staples 25 T Jay 8.47 1996-97 A Marsh 17 S McCabe 18.00 R Stafford 41 R Stafford 14.51 1997-98 G Joyce 20 G Joyce 19.30 G Rimmer 37 S Bright 10.40 1998-99 M Milosavljevic 25 S Marsh 12.50 M Devlin 20 N Singh 11.27 1999-00 C Staunton 16 G Greenburg 17.10 C Kruit 28 C Kruit 10.21 2000-01 C Johnston 13 B Murphy 11.50

107 REPRESENTATIVE RECORDS OF FOUNDING CLUBS TEST CRICKET - RANDWICK Test Test Years Years Name Cap Tests Name Cap Tests Played Played No. No. Geoff Davies 12th Man 1 1968-69 John Dyson 289 30 1977-85 John Benaud 261 3 1972-73 Michael Whitney 313 12 1981-94 Alan Turner 273 14 1975-77 TEST CRICKET - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE Test Test Years Years Name Cap Tests Name Cap Tests Played Played No. No. Sidney Emery 102 4 1911-12 P Ernie Toshack 170 12 1945-48 M Johnny Taylor 112 20 1920-26 P Ron Saggers 182 6 1948-50 M Tommy Andrews 115 16 1921-26 P 183 7 1949-52 M Bill Brown 150 22 1934-48 M Pat Crawford 202 4 1955-56 Sid Barnes 163 13 1938-46 P Johnny Martin 216 8 1960-67 Note: Petersham Marrickville since 1951/52. P = Petersham, M = Marrickville ONE DAY INTERNATIONALS - RANDWICK ODI ODI Years Years Name Cap ODI's Name Cap ODI's Played Played No. No. Alan Turner 30 6 1975-76 Michael Whitney 77 38 1982-93 John Dyson 60 29 1980-83 Anthony Stuart 131 3 1996-97 NSW LIMITED OVERS - RANDWICK Name Debut Year Name Debut Year John Dyson 1979-80 Martin Haywood 1993-94 Gary Bensley 1981-82 Richard CheeQuee 1993-94 Evan Gordon 1981-82 Rodney Davison 1993-94 Michael Whitney 1981-82 Anthony Stuart 1995-96 Peter Clifford 1983-84 NSW 1ST CLASS CRICKET - RANDWICK NSW NSW First Played First Played Name Cap Name Cap at Club at Club No. No. Claude Achurch 315 1921-22 Geoff Davies 532 1964-65 Norbert Phillips 324 1922-23 Alan Turner 548 1968-69 Hunter Hendry 289 1923-24 John Benaud 537 1969-70 Ray McNamee 349 1926-28 Ron Crippin 556 1970-71 Jack Carter 366 1928-29 John Dyson 573 1977-78 Alex Marks 374 1928-29 Michael Whitney 595 1980-81 Greg Ryan 408 1934-35 Evan Gordon 600 1981-82 Max Ward 420 1936-37 Gary Bensley 606 1983-84 Bede McCauley 425 1937-38 Peter Clifford 610 1983-84 Bill Beath 460 1946-47 Richard CheeQuee 646 1992-93 George Powell 450 1946-47 Rodney Davison 647 1993-94 Len Livingston 449 1946-47 Martin Haywood 641 1993-94 Bill Donaldson 452 1948-49 Anthony Stuart 657 1994-95 Ernie Toshack 455 1949-50

108 REPRESENTATIVE RECORDS OF FOUNDING CLUBS NSW 1ST CLASS CRICKET - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE NSW NSW First Played First Played Name Cap Name Cap at Club at Club No. No. John Scott 236 1908-09 P James Murphy 430 1938-39 M Sidney Emery 237 1908-09 P Francis Gilmore 433 1938-39 M Andrew Farnsworth 239 1908-09 P Cyril Solomon 390 1938-39 M George Harvey 242 1909-10 P Ron Saggers 438 1939-40 M Tommy Andrews 271 1912-13 P Arthur Roper 435 1939-40 P Cecil McKew 260 1912-13 P Ken Grieves 458 1945-46 P Johnny Taylor 280 1914-15 P Ernie Toshack 455 1945-46 M Edward Adams 300 1919-20 P Jack Moroney 453 1946-47 M Charles Everett 317 1921-22 P Fred Johnston 465 1948-49 M Albert Scanes 318 1921-22 P Robert Madden 478 1949-50 P Bernard Russell 313 1921-22 M Robert Simpson 488 1952-53 Robert Osborne 331 1924-25 M Clive Johnston 475 1952-53 Ernest Tweeddale 340 1925-26 M Pat Crawford 495 1954-55 Leslie Campbell 342 1925-26 P Johnny Martin 501 1956-57 Dudley Seddon 350 1926-27 P Bruce Livingston 500 1956-57 Harry Steele 351 1926-27 M Russell Waugh 518 1960-61 Gordon Amos 346 1926-27 M Peter Anderson 534 1966-67 Norman Morris 370 1928-29 P Colin Blackman 538 1966-67 Bill Brown 393 1932-33 M David Chardon 574 1975-76 Frank Easton 400 1933-34 P Graeme Hughes 575 1975-76 Sid Barnes 422 1936-37 P Peter Maloney 581 1976-77 Leslie O'Brien 423 1937-38 M Wayne Mulherin 609 1983-84 Cec Pepper 431 1938-39 P Note: Petersham Marrickville since 1951/52. P = Petersham, M = Marrickville NSW COLTS - RANDWICK Name Debut Year Name Debut Year B Smith 1928-29 Peter Clifford 1979-80 Jack Carter 1928-29 Gary Bensley 1979-80 Bede McCauley 1934-35 Evan Gordon 1981-82 John Bolster 1964-65 Richard CheeQuee 1991-92 Geoff Davies 1965-66 Darren Quint 1991-92 Ron Crippin 1969-70 Andrew Downton 1997-98 Trevor Jay 1972-73 NSW COLTS - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Albert Scanes 1920-21 P Colin Hollingsworth 1963-64 Edward Adams 1920-21 P David Martin 1964-65 Allen Thatcher 1920-21 P David Martin 1964-65 J Yeates 1934-35 P David Chardon 1971-72 Leslie O'Brien 1934-35 M Bill Anderson 1972-73 Ron Saggers 1937-38 M Brian Riley 1973-74 Arthur Roper 1938-39 P Graeme Hughes 1974-75 Robert Madden 1948-49 P Ray Rhillips 1976-77 Ronald Briggs 1948-49 M Greg Hartshorne 1976-77 Noel Hughes 1951-52 Mark Atkinson 1987-88 Johnny Martin 1953-54 Jeremy Bray 1992-93 Richard Tovey 1953-54 Matthew Whitby 1992-93 Pat Crawford 1954-55 Jeremy Bray 1993-94 Russell Waugh 1960-61 Matthew Cassar 1993-94 Arthur Elvy 1962-63 Corey Pearson 1993-94 Graham Cunningham 1994-95

109 REPRESENTATIVE RECORDS OF FOUNDING CLUBS NSW 2ND X1 - RANDWICK Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Alex Marks 1929-30 Gary Bensley 1984-85 Bede McCauley 1933-34 Richard CheeQuee 1991-92 Greg Ryan 1937-38 Rodney Davison 1992-93 Charles McLaughlin 1939-40 Martin Hayward 1993-94 Len Livingston 1947-48 Anthony Stuart 1994-95 Bill Beath 1948-49 Grant Parmenter 1994-95 George Powell 1954-55 Andrew Downton 1998-99 Alan Campbell 1983-84 NSW 2ND X1 - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Allen Thatcher 1923-24 M Jack Moroney 1946-47 M Bernard Russell 1923-24 M Clive Johnston 1947-48 P Robert Osborne 1924-25 M W Yeates 1947-48 P Dudley Seddon 1925-26 P Ronald Briggs 1948-49 M Gordon Amos 1926-27 M Clive Johnston 1956-57 Harry Steele 1927-28 M Bruce Livingston 1956-57 A J Cleary 1928-29 M Greg Hartshorne 1976-77 J C Armstrong 1935-36 M Brett Patman 1987-88 Ron Saggers 1938-39 M Mark Atkinson 1989-90 Charles Price 1938-39 M NSW UNDER 19 - RANDWICK Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Andrew Ledger 1980-81 Richard CheeQuee 1989-90 David Knox 1980-81 Heath Muller 1992-93 Craig Pentecost 1988-89 Andrew Downton 1994-95 Andrew Millican 1985-86 NSW UNDER 19 - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Bronco D'Jura 1981-82 Matthew Whitby 1991-92 John Rose 1981-82 Jeremy Bray 1991-92 Michael Herbert 1981-82 Jeremy Bray 1992-93 Mark England 1982-83 Graham Cunningham 1993-94 Mark Atkinson 1987-88 Craig Eckersley 1994-95 Corey Pearson 1990-91 Daniel Smith 1999-00 AUST UNDER 19 - RANDWICK Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Andrew Ledger 1980-81 David Knox 1980-81 AUST UNDER 19 - PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE Name Debut Year Name Debut Year Bronco D'Jura 1981-82 Jeremy Bray 1991-92 Mark England 1982-83 Jeremy Bray 1992-93

110 PREMIERSHIPS OF FOUNDING CLUBS

PETERSHAM 1899 – 1951 MARRICKVILLE 1921 – 19511 1st Grade 1917-18 1st Grade 1943-44 2nd Grade 1905/06; 1924/25; 1926/27; 1932/33 2nd Grade 1922-23 3rd Grade 1917/18; 1925/26; 1944/45 3rd Grade 1923/24; 1931/32 4th Grade Nil 4th Grade 1936/37 Club Champion 1924/25 Club Champion 1922/23

PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE 1951 – 2001 1st Grade 1954/55; 1955/56; 1961/62; 1974/75 2nd Grade Nil 3rd Grade 1951/52; 1963/64; 1968/69; 1976/77; 1981/82 4th Grade 1951/52; 1979/80; 1981/82 5th Grade 1951/52; 1968/69 Club Champion 1951/52; 1968/69

RANDWICK 1900 – 2001 1st Grade 1930/31; 1937/38; 1951/52; 1977/78; 1979/80; 1981/82; 1983/84 2nd Grade 1930/31; 1933/34; 1942/43; 1978/79 3rd Grade 1913/14; 1930/31; 1932/33; 1933/34; 1935/36; 1936/37; 1942/43; 1943/44; 1979/80; 1984/85; 1990/91; 1992/93; 1995/96 4th Grade 1955/56; 1957/58; 1977/78; 1978/79; 1992/93; 1995/96; 1997/98 5th Grade 1984/85; 1985/86; 1990/91; 1997/98 Club Champion 1930/31; 1932/33; 1933/34; 1935/36; 1944/45; 1977/78; 1991/92; 1992/93

DECEASED LIFE MEMBERS

The deceased Life Members of the founding clubs are recorded here as a tribute to their contribution to Randwick Petersham, through their involvement with the Randwick and Petersham Marrickville clubs.

Their memory will always remain.

DECEASED RANDWICK LIFE MEMBERS (The year represents when Life Membership was awarded) 1905 - Isaac Earnshaw 1946 - Frank Merchant 1967 - Bill Beath 1912 - Percival Beveridge 1947 - Alex Marks 1967 - Frederick Snell 1912 - Sydney Brown 1952 - Walter Byrne 1970 - William Ellison 1924 - Henry Parker 1952 - Jack Chegwyn MBE 1973 - Walter Dowd 1931 - Oswald Taylor 1961 - David Sherwood

DECEASED PETERSHAM MARRICKVILLE LIFE MEMBERS (The year represents when Life Membership was awarded) 1916 - E A Tyler 1935 - W Henson 1951 - Ernest Russell 1917 - Sydney Smith 1936 - F Banfield 1959 - Sidney Bain 1921 - U Mallett 1936 - E O Tyler 1959 - John Ross 1924 –Thomas Andrews 1940 - Dudley Seddon 1965 - Clive Johnston 1925 - Horace Russell 1948 - Cyril Graham 1966 - Russell Toogood 1931 - Sidney Emery 1949 - Arthur Gee 1972 - John Martin 1931 - D Veron 1949 - Algy Wright 1991 - Stuart Gardner 1935 - R Crane 1951 - Bert Bicknell

DECEASED RANDWICK PETERSHAM LIFE MEMBERS (The year represents when Life Membership was awarded) 1950 - Stroy Donnan (2002) 1982 - Philip Tresidder (2003) 1965 - Alf Debnam (2004)

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Club Song for Randwick Petersham Cricket Club (Sung to the Tune of ‘ Glory Glory to South Sydney‘)

WHEN SPEAKIN’ OF THE CHAMPIONS US RANDY PETE’S ARE IT WE SING OUR SONG – OUR HISTORY’S LONG TWO HUNDRED YEARS OF IT

OUR HEARTS ARE TRUE WE PLAY F’ YOU WE’RE BOLD ‘N GREEN ‘N GOLD WE ARE THE RANDY PETE’S

WHEN SITTIN’ IN THIS DRESSIN’ ROOM WE’RE PLAYIN’ WITH THE BEST WE’RE RANDY PETE’S WE WON T’DAY OUR GUTS WAS PUT T’ TEST

WE FEEL NO PAIN PLAY CRICKET’S GAME WE’RE TOUGH GOT HEAPS O’ FIGHT WE ARE THE RANDY PETE’S

CRRRRR ICKET PITCH RED BALLS ‘N STICKS WE ALWAYS PLAY THE GAME WE LOVE THE UMPS WE BAT T’ STUMPS OUR CRICKET IS OUR FAME

THE MOB NEXT DOOR THEY KNOW THE SCORE HOW BLOODY GREAT WE ARE WE ARE THE RANDY PETE’S

Written by Bobby Barter August 2001 for Randwick Petersham Cricket inaugural season 2001 / 2002

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B.P. WOODWARD & ASSOCIATES CHARTERED ACCOUNTANTS PARTNERS Bernice Bolton B.Compt.Hons., C.A. Anthony J. Woodward B.Bus., C.A. Andrew C. Rigney B.Com., C.A. Suite 501, 83 York Street, Sydney 2000. Postal Address: GPO Box 7089, Sydney NSW 2001 P: (02) 9299 3603 F: (02) 9290 3401 E: [email protected] PROUD TO BE ASSOCIATED WITH RANDWICK PETERSHAM CRICKET It has been another great year for the club with many wonderful moments to celebrate. My personal thanks to our players, volunteers and committee for all your hard work. Next season we must continue to move forward.

“NOTHING GREAT IS EASY” Des Renford

Best Wishes Mike Whitney