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2015/2016 Season
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Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 1 Table of Contents Sponsors & Partners ...... 1 OFFICE BEARERS & OFFICIALS...... 4 Management Committee ...... 4 Delegates to Affiliate Bodies ...... 4 Positions ...... 4 Member Club Delegates ...... 5 Sub-Committees ...... 5 Finance ...... 5 Publicity & Promotion ...... 5 Representative Cricket ...... 5 Senior Competition ...... 5 Junior Competition ...... 5 Junior Club Delegates ...... 6 EXECUTIVE REPORTS ...... 7 President ...... 7 Finance ...... 9 Administrative Officer ...... 15 DELEGATE REPORTS ...... 17 Country Cricket NSW ...... 17 Zone Umpires ...... 18 COUNTRY CRICKET – ILLAWARRA ZONE REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAMS ...... 21 NSW Cricket Academy – Illawarra Zone ...... 21 Regional Bash ...... 23 Seniors – McDonalds Country Championships ...... 26 Under 19 – McDonalds Country Colts ...... 28 Bradman Cup – (Under 16) ...... 30 Kookaburra Cup – (Under 14) ...... 32 Women's Country Championships – (Under 18) ...... 34 Women's Country Championships – (Under 15) ...... 34 Higher Honours ...... 35 McDonalds Country Cup Club Knockout ...... 36 Zone Tables ...... 36 SENIOR REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAMS ...... 37 SGC – Kingsgrove Sport Twenty20 Cup ...... 37 Annual Tennant/Ewin Shield Challenge ...... 37 JUNIOR REPRESENTATIVE PROGRAMS ...... 38 Under 16 – Watson Shield ...... 38 Under 15 – Weblin Shield ...... 40 Under 14 – Moore Shield ...... 42 Under 13 – Gee Shield ...... 44 Under 12 – Cawsey Shield ...... 46 Under 12 – Alfred James (Presidents) Cup ...... 47 Under 11 – Rep Squad ...... 49 Rep Achievements ...... 51
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 2 LOCAL SENIOR COMPETITION ...... 52 Award Winners ...... 53 Twenty 20 Competition Champions ...... 53 Premiership Competitions ...... 56 LOCAL JUNIOR COMPETITION ...... 64 Competition & Award Winners ...... 66 Players of the Year ...... 71
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Patrons Mrs Daphne Ring, Mr John Dorahy
Life Members Ricky Adams William Gray * Ron Ring * Claude Bayly * Bill Gunn Gordon Rodwell * Grahame Barrett Alan Hayes * Walter Smith Neale Benson Ian Hogg Jack Treanor * Michael Carr Ron Johnston Denis Veronese Brian Cooper * Kim McConnochie Joe Waldock * Albert Cram * Herb Mills * Eric Walters * Richard Dallas Bill Mintorn * Norm Warren * Albert Delavere * Mick Morley * Ivor Ewin OAM * Jack Nicholson (* Deceased) Peter Gatwood John Pemberton Don Geary * Noel Pratt
OFFICE BEARERS & OFFICIALS Management Committee President Mark Johnston Vice President vacant Treasurer Neale Benson Committee Members Martin King, Andrew Maher, Morgan Prosser, Bruce Tosswill, Mark Waldock, Matthew Ward Delegates to Affiliate Bodies Country Cricket NSW Ian Hogg, Mark Waldock (proxy) NSW Districts Cricket Association Mark Waldock, Pat Nolan (proxy) North Dalton Park Trust Jason Welsh, Morgan Prosser, Mark Johnston Zone Umpires Representative Neil Findlay Positions Zone Administrator / Administrative Glenn Bridge Officer Zone Women’s Administration Paul Brockley Zone Academy Coach Stephen Davies Public Officer Glenn Bridge Auditor HLB Mann Judd
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 4 Member Club Delegates Balgownie Cricket Club Mark Berwick, Mark Saunders Corrimal Cricket Club Peter Kilby, Peter Head Dapto Cricket Club Jeff Hurd, Greg Jones Helensburgh Cricket Club Matt Forshaw, Tim Lloyd Keira Cricket Club Nicholas Theodossiadis, Stewart Williams Northern Districts Cricket Club Matt Hancox, Lee Turner Port Kembla Cricket Club Nick Kapsimalis, Jason Ralston University of Wollongong Cricket Club Ryan Kiddle, Tim Carter Wests Illawarra Cricket Club Robert Cauduro, Marco Boncompagni Wollongong District Cricket Club Jason Welsh, Gordon Hunt Illawarra Cricket Umpires Association Morgan Prosser
Sub-Committees Finance Members Neale Benson, Mark Johnston, Glenn Bridge, Kim McConnochie Publicity & Promotion Social Media Glenn Bridge Newsletter John Pemberton, Michael Doig Representative Cricket Chair Mark Waldock Junior Coordinator Pat Nolan Junior Operations Ian Duncan, Darren Nunn Zone Coordinator Glenn Bridge Selectors Tim Lloyd, Stephen Davies, Tim Carter Senior Competition Match Neale Benson, Mark Johnston, Morgan Prosser, Bruce Tosswill Rules Neale Benson, Mark Johnston Results Glenn Bridge Umpires Appointments Morgan Prosser Judiciary Brendan Pearce, John Bye, Geoff Mettam Junior Competition Chair Doug Murphy Secretary Scott Sigmond Results & Publicity Doug Murphy Ground Coordinator Brian Whitehouse
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 5 Match Coordinator Sally Whitehouse Result Coordinators Doug Murphy, Sally Whitehouse Junior Club Delegates Balgownie Cricket Club Brendan Cox Corrimal Cricket Club Chris Cranny, David Wallace Dapto Cricket Club Scott Sigmond, Richard Welsh Helensburgh Cricket Club Steve Morgan Keira Cricket Club Ian Duncan, Diane Harland Northern Districts & Thirroul Junior Pat Nolan Cricket Club Port Kembla Cricket Club Martin King, Mick Ralston University of Wollongong Cricket Club Sander Kroes Wests Illawarra Cricket Club Paul King Wollongong District Cricket Club Bernard Luby
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President It gives me great pleasure to report on a successful season for Cricket Illawarra in 2015/16.
The local competition followed the formats played in the previous seasons with first and second grade playing a combination of two day and one day games, whereas 3rds and 4ths played all one day fixtures. In first grade Corrimal won the minor premiership, with Helensburgh and Keira equal second, and last year’s premiers Balgownie finishing fourth. Keira and Balgownie each recorded solid wins in their semi finals and met in the decider at North Dalton Park. The Lions recovered from a disastrous start to post a competitive 8/196 off their 90 overs, however David Murphy’s blistering 138no and Luke McGregor’s 60no saw Balgownie canter to an emphatic 10 wicket victory and back to back premierships.
In the lower grades, Northern Districts defeated Keira in seconds, Keira beat Corrimal in thirds and Dapto Gold defeated Uni in fourths. Well done to all premiers.
Congratulations to Keira who secured the Club Championship, and who were the big improvers in first grade, rising from 9th to equal second.
All grades again participated in the T20 competition either side of Christmas and the finals day became a memorable one for the Northern Districts club. The Butchers secured three of the four finals (including first grade) and Wests won the other title. In opening batsman Lachlan Dunn the Butchers have Illawarra’s first new age T20 master blaster.
On the representative front Illawarra participated in three senior competitions, the first of which was the Kingsgrove Sydney T20 competitions. Illawarra had a very disrupted and disjointed preparation to this competition which commenced in late September and not surprisingly the results were poor. We have to prepare and focus a lot better if we are to be competitive in future seasons, in what is the strongest club competition in world cricket.
The highlight of the representative season was undoubtedly the inaugural Plan B Regional Bash. This was a new T20 competition for 16 country areas played in a knock-out format. Illawarra Flames were only allowed to select 3 players that had played in the Sydney T20 competition, with the competition geared towards providing younger players with a taste of representative cricket. The ‘Flames’ won their first game against Central Coast in a canter, and then won a tough game against Newcastle in the second round to progress to the finals day at the hallowed turf of the SCG.
It was a great thrill for all the players, officials and spectators that attended the finals day at the SCG. Illawarra Flames were drawn to play first up against Northern Inland Bolters and chased a score of 146 for victory. After losing early wickets and falling well below the run rate the Flames got back into the match with a fine partnership between guest players (and former local juniors) Tylar Edwards and Dan Constable. They almost stole victory before Edwards lost his wicket in the last over for a superb 90.
The seniors finished their commitments by travelling to Wagga for the 50 over country championships and with a new look side performed well although recording only one win from their 3 games. I would like to especially thank new coach Tim Carter for his work with the rep team, in what was a difficult season.
The U19 team failed to win a game in its 3 matches played at the start of the season. Congratulations to Port Kembla’s Jason Ralston, who was later selected in the NSW Country/ACT U19 team that competed in the National U19 championships. Jason was still U17 (and somehow didn’t make the equivalent U17 side) and has a very bright future. His pace and accuracy worried many of the top first grade batsman this year.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 7 Congratulations to Helensburgh’s Hayden McCrae who won the Ring Family trophy for Cricketer of the Year at the Presentation night held a Wests Leagues Club in April.
Off the field, congratulations to the Corrimal club who celebrated their 125th season, a great achievement for a proud club. The Cougars narrowly missed what would have been their first Senior Club championship in over 30 years.
There was a pleasing increase in junior numbers with total numbers up 30%, and numbers up 15% if Milo registrations (for those not playing competition cricket) are removed. This is a credit to all the clubs, and to the Junior sub-committee headed by Doug Murphy. The challenge is to keep those numbers, and continue to build. The Butchers have experienced a big surge in numbers and now have the biggest junior numbers. Congratulations to Dapto who won the Junior Club Championship and the prized U16 final against Keira.
The U16 final was one of the last matches umpired by the great Wally Smith. Wal has retired from the umpiring ranks and was recognised by the Association at the Annual Presentation night for his tremendous career. Besides being a top umpire, I think I speak on behalf of all cricketers that Wal has always been a great bloke to have in the Association, and I hope that he remains around the cricketing circles in the years ahead. Thanks Wal and all the best for the future.
On the topic of Umpires, thanks to Morgan Prosser, Barry Moir and Neil Findlay for their work this season. They were slightly undermanned in troops at various stages of the season, and anyone thinking of donning a white coat next season should contact them.
I would like to thank the Management Committee for their hard work- Neale Benson, Mark Waldock, Bruce Tosswill, Morgan Prosser, Matthew Ward, Martin King and Andrew Maher. I’d also like to thank our Zone and Competition Administrator Glenn Bridge who in second season did a great job, particularly in ramping up publicity and expanding our foray into social media.
I’d like to thank Mike Driscoll from the Illawarra Mercury and Tim Robinson from Win TV for their excellent coverage of the season.
The Association has recorded a surplus which is an excellent result considering the absence of a major sponsor. Thank you to the finance committee, in particular Neale Benson. That work will enable the Association to make some key decisions in the months ahead as to how to best use the Association’s funds, and in that regard we have embarked on a major review of all cricket related facilities.
Thanks to our minor sponsors New Millennium Trophies, Blackchrome Sportswear and Johnston Legal who sponsored the live stream broadcast of the T20 finals.
The Association has been lobbying to host regular high profile cricket at North Dalton Park and has been awarded the 2017 Australian Country Championships to be played in January 2017. That is likely to be followed by the first Sheffield Shield game to be played at NDP in February 2017, and I’d like to thank Wollongong City Council and Destination Wollongong for the work done in securing the tournament, and likely Shield game.
Thanks to all the volunteers from all clubs that made the past season a successful one that provides plenty of optimism to look forward to in 2016/17.
Mark Johnston – President
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Profit and Loss Cricket Illawarra For the year ending 30 April 2016 vs 30 April 2015, header accounts only, accrual basis ACCOUNT $ FY 2016 $ FY 2015
INCOME Administration 29,701.24 27,782.82 Academy 6,617.28 4,042.29 Zone Rep 20,952.62 25,312.56 Senior Rep 2,525.79 4,268.18 Junior Rep 32,599.54 23,519.09 Senior Comp 102,756.73 102,241.40 Junior Comp 42,528.76 37,096.98 Special Event - 4,424.00 TOTAL INCOME $ 237,681.96 $ 228,687.32
EXPENSES Administrative 21,825.21 19,207.20 Academy's 7,967.28 7,490.29 Zone Reps 34,247.47 37,560.96 Senior Reps 2,525.79 4,690.21 Junior Reps 32,599.54 23,767.42 Senior Comps 94,750.68 92,052.45 Junior Comps 34,680.07 31,610.17 Special Events - 4,049.02 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 228,596.04 $ 220,427.72
NET POSITION Income 237,681.96 228,687.32 Expenses 228,596.04 220,427.72 NET POSITION $ 9,085.92 $ 8,259.60
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Balance Sheet Cricket Illawarra For the year ending 30 April 2016 vs 30 April 2015, accrual basis ACCOUNT $ FY 2016 $ FY 2015
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS Bank - Main 27,643.37 37,746.41 Bank - Debit Card 409.22 669.16 Bank - Reward Saver 70,447.41 51,610.36 Other Debtors 0.00 3,766.48 TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS 98,500.00 93,792.41
NON-CURRENT ASSETS Office Equipment 1,465.00 1,465.00 Provision for Depreciation (1,465.00) (1,185.04) TOTAL NON-CURRENT ASSETS 0.00 279.96
TOTAL ASSETS $ 98,500.00 $ 94,072.37
LIABILITIES
CURRENT LIABILITIES Income In Advance NSW Academy 146.80 1,112.26 Women’s Cricket 0.00 2,160.95 Total Income In Advance 146.80 3,273.21 GST Payable GST Collected 1,061.42 2,054.94 GST Paid (1,748.13) (1,791.21) Total GST Payable (686.71) 263.73 Other Current Liabilities 0.00 581.44 TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES (539.91) 4,118.38
TOTAL LIABILITIES (539.91) $ 4,118.38 NET ASSETS $ 99,039.91 $ 89,953.99
EQUITY Opening Balance Equity 81,694.39 81,694.39 Retained Earnings Surplus/(Accumulated Losses) 8,259.60 0.00 Current year earnings 9,085.92 8,259.60 TOTAL EQUITY $ 99,039.91 $ 89,953.99
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 11 Profit and Loss Cricket Illawarra For the year ending 30 April 2016 vs 30 April 2015, sub-accounts to 1 level, accrual basis ACCOUNT $ FY 2016 $ FY 2015
INCOME Administration Donations - 125.00 General Grants 28,083.19 26,350.73 Interest - Bank 14.72 55.82 Interest - Investment 1,347.05 1,210.36 Other/Sundry Income 256.28 - Sales - 40.91 Total Administration 29,701.24 27,782.82 Academy Male Academy 4,965.46 4,042.29 Female Academy 1,651.82 - Total Academy 6,617.28 4,042.29 Zone Rep Admin Honorarium 6,857.27 7,210.64 Country Club Knockout 5,852.73 10,497.59 Male Comps 6,215.00 6,684.33 Women’s Comps 2,027.62 920.00 Total Zone Rep 20,952.62 25,312.56 Senior Rep SR Grants 2,007.61 - SR Sponsorship 518.18 4,268.18 Total Senior Rep 2,525.79 4,268.18 Junior Rep Clothing Sales 2,877.28 487.27 JR Grants 12,059.20 8,725.27 JR Sponsorship 1,958.40 1,250.00 Player Subs 11,460.00 8,181.82 Tour Subs 1,384.66 2,102.73 Umpire Claims 2,860.00 2,772.00 Total Junior Rep 32,599.54 23,519.09 Senior Comp S Fines 1,500.00 2,363.57 S Ground Hire 75,250.81 73,203.29 S Insurance 3,118.20 2,736.37 S Nomination 13,475.00 10,750.00 S Presentation 4,017.72 4,224.53 S Sponsorship 5,395.00 8,963.64 Total Senior Comp 102,756.73 102,241.40 Junior Comp J Fines 345.45 227.26 J Ground Hire 26,375.43 21,197.90 J Insurance 2,004.54 1,750.00 J Nominations 11,617.28 12,100.00 J Presentation - 194.55 J Sponsorship 2,186.06 1,627.27 Total Junior Comp 42,528.76 37,096.98 Special Event Sixers Trial - 4,424.00 Total Special Event - 4,424.00 TOTAL INCOME $ 237,681.96 $ 228,687.32
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 12 Profit and Loss Cricket Illawarra For the year ending 30 April 2016 vs 30 April 2015, sub-accounts to 1 level, accrual basis ACCOUNT $ FY 2016 $ FY 2015
EXPENSES Administrative Accounting Fees 14.54 - Admin Service 13,503.96 13,552.19 Advertising & Promotion - 184.94 Audit Fees 1,900.00 - Bank Charges 19.20 17.60 Consultancy Fees - 3,250.00 Depreciation - Office 279.96 439.50 General Office 164.55 246.88 Internet Hosting 459.00 45.36 Legal Fees 54.00 53.00 NSW CCA Meetings 630.00 381.82 Prior Year Adjustment - 501.91 Repairs & Maintenance (NDP) 4,800.00 534.00 Total Administrative 21,825.21 19,207.20 Academy's NSW Male Academy 4,965.46 6,265.29 NSW Female Academy 1,651.82 625.00 Illawarra Academy of Sport 1,350.00 600.00 Total Academy's 7,967.28 7,490.29 Zone Reps Admin Zone 6,857.31 7,285.28 Clothing Purchases 5,160.00 1,272.00 Country Club Knockouts 5,847.27 10,228.49 Equipment Purchases 1,396.36 480.00 Male Games 12,958.91 18,295.19 Women’s Games 2,027.62 - Total Zone Reps 34,247.47 37,560.96 Senior Reps Newcastle Challenge - 610.91 T20 Sydney Grade 2,285.83 3,332.30 T20 Trial Games 239.96 747.00 Total Senior Reps 2,525.79 4,690.21 Junior Reps Affiliation 20.00 200.00 Clothing Costs 13,949.55 10,802.50 Equipment Costs 4,268.73 697.10 JR Trophies 1,038.75 1,052.10 Games 5,261.51 3,567.72 Tours 3,901.00 4,050.00 Umpire Costs 4,160.00 3,398.00 Total Junior Reps 32,599.54 23,767.42 Senior Comps S Field Hire 76,340.90 74,177.50 S- Insurance 3,118.18 2,736.36 S- Presentation 5,230.78 5,222.45 S Publicity 1,790.00 1,792.50 S Trophies 4,030.45 3,923.64 Sponsor Club Rebate 4,240.37 4,200.00 Total Senior Comps 94,750.68 92,052.45
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 13 Profit and Loss Cricket Illawarra For the year ending 30 April 2016 vs 30 April 2015, sub-accounts to 1 level, accrual basis ACCOUNT $ FY 2016 $ FY 2015
Junior Comps J Field Hire 26,713.63 21,008.00 J- Insurance 2,004.55 1,750.00 J- Presentation 148.68 118.18 J Publicity 500.00 500.00 J T20 Blast Delivery 1,050.00 3,600.00 J Trophies 2,643.21 3,423.99 J Umpiring 1,620.00 1,210.00 Total Junior Comps 34,680.07 31,610.17 Special Events Sydney Sixers Trial - 4,049.02 Total Special Events - 4,049.02 TOTAL EXPENSES $ 228,596.04 $ 220,427.72
NET POSITION Income 237,681.96 228,687.32 Expenses 228,596.04 220,427.72 NET POSITION $ 9,085.92 $ 8,259.60
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 14 Administrative Officer Once again I would like to take this opportunity to thank Cricket Illawarra Management Committee for having trust in me fulfilling the position. Their support of my efforts is very comforting and I look forward to continuing to support the cricketing community within the Illawarra.
I would also like to thank the club volunteers who worked tirelessly throughout the season to keep the role busy and being upfront and honest in their feelings and also being supportive. I look forward to continuing to be of service to all clubs and treating all 10 clubs as my favourite club.
CCNSW continue to be very supportive of my role as Zone Administrator and many thanks go to Bruce Whitehouse and Ian Hogg for their contribution and support.
Meeting Attendance
Management Committee (9 meetings in total)
Member MJ MK NB MP BT MWard MWald AM Attended 9 9 9 9 8 5 8 8
General Committee Meeting Attendance
Club Meeting 1 Meeting 2 Meeting 3 Balgownie 1 1 1 Corrimal 2 2 2 Dapto 2 1 0 Helensburgh 1 2 0 Keira 1 2 2 Northern Districts 2 0 2 Port Kembla 2 2 2 University 1 1 1 Wests Illawarra 1 2 1 Wollongong 2 1 2
Publicity
Another prosperous season in media relations other than Illawarra Mercury cutbacks that failed to see full results published in Monday edition.
Players were always available for TV and radio interviews throughout the season, which our media partners greatly appreciated. Media support of Cricket Illawarra was heightened during the season with increased coverage of Cricket Illawarra activities on all media outlets.
Weekly Newsletter was again published most weeks thanks to the assistance of Michael Doig & John Pemberton. The reach of weekly newsletter was approximately 2000 people. Regular contributions came from Neil Findlay and Doug Murphy. Newsletter for 2015/16 also had contributions from clubs and also picked up personal milestones as publicity team searched for articles of interest. Newsletter also appeared on Cricket Illawarra Social Media weekly.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 15 Cricket Illawarra Facebook page commenced in January 2015 and now has passed likes. The content provided is for general interest and proves very popular. Junior Rep activities are most popular and hopefully more information can be provided from Cricket Illawarra Junior competition to make this more popular in the seasons ahead. To the minority who posted negative comments or abusive remarks during the past, you have been found and warned and in some cases blocked from this site. Those who post a comment should know that an email is received for every comment which can now be used for Judiciary purposes if abusive language is used.
Cricket Illawarra Twitter commenced in October 2014, and has surpassed 400 followers. Twitter is quick and easy and generally attracts a different audience to Facebook. This medium is a very popular medium within cricket circles. It should be noted that media outlets do get a lot of their information from CI Twitter.
Cricket Illawarra TV on You Tube has just commenced. Library is full of past videos and the TV site has current videos. Link to channel is up on website in useful links. It is hoped that this medium will grow substantially during season 2016/17 with lots of interviews planned. Also plenty of photos will be added to CI TV soon
Sponsors
A big thank you to the partners of Cricket Illawarra in 2015/16:
- CCNSW - Blackchrome Sports - Kookaburra Sports - New Millennium Trophies - Johnston Legal
Hopefully the portfolio of partners will be more substantial in 2016/17.
Judiciary
CI Judiciary Panel convened once during the season
2 Players were found guilty
4 players pled guilty and were not required to face the panel
In total 6 players were suspended during the season
Our thanks go to the Judiciary Panel
Presentation
Cricket Illawarra Senior Presentation was held at Wests Leagues Club on 9th April 2016. 106 people were in attendance and slide show was again an improvement on previous year. Further advancements are planned for 2016/17. A big thank you to Neale Benson for helping again, and the Wests Illawarra Cricket Club for their assistance. The presentation itself is a major event, and it is hoped that all clubs throw more support in terms of attendance as the slide show is meant to entertain.
Look forward to doing it all again for season 2016/17
Glenn Bridge – Zone Administrator / CI Administration Officer
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 16 DELEGATE REPORTS
Country Cricket NSW The New South Wales Country Cricket Association enjoyed a good year in 2015-16. As usual the summer was very busy and the Association was again able to successfully fulfil its programme.
The Illawarra Cricket Association remains one of the most respected zones. Despite our performances not being up to our usual high standards the Association continues to greatly support the endeavours of Illawarra.
During the season a sub-committee was formed to look at possible boundary changes that may be required to sustain the performance of New South Wales Country Cricket. Whilst nothing has been decided it is fair to assume that any re-alignment of boundaries will affect Illawarra.
The MOU with ACT continues to be successful with the ACT-NSW Country U/ 19 team being beaten in the final of the Australian U/19 Championships by NSW Metropolitan; this was the only match they lost. Unfortunately the U/17s finished seventh which was a great disappointment. However, the pathway coaches are working hard to rectify the result for 2016-17.
Perhaps the biggest disappointment of the season was the performance of the New South Wales Country team at the Commonwealth Bank Australian Country Championships held in Mt Gambier. Despite only losing two games they finished fifth. Right up until the last afternoon they were a chance of winning the Championship but lost to Victoria by 1 wicket. The Association will be doing everything possible to ensure a better result in 2016-17.
The biggest event in country cricket for 2015-16 was the Plan B Regional Bash. This Twenty/20 tournament attracted great interest across rural and regional New South Wales with large crowds turning up to some matches. The culmination of the competition was at the SCG and was an outstanding success. Unfortunately, the Illawarra Flames were narrowly defeated in the preliminary final despite a brilliant innings of 90 from Tyler Edwards.
Cricket NSW remains committed to investing in an upgrade of facilities throughout country NSW. This season the Warren Smith nets were opened in Wagga Wagga and smaller projects like St Columba Anglican Schools (nets & pitch) in Port Macquarie were also completed. Cricket NSW is committed to deliver high performance Centres of Excellence throughout the state.
The success of the Country Cricket Association is due to the contributions of many, most importantly sponsors. We are indeed fortunate to enjoy the generous support of Cricket NSW who is responsible for the funding of most of our competitions as well as Zone Grants, Zone Administrators, Regional Development Managers, Regional Academy Coaches and the Country Program’s Manager. Our other sponsors are no less important in contributing to our success. These include CUB, Kookaburra, McDonalds and Transport for NSW, Dubbo City Council and Port Stephens Shire Council.
Cricket NSW is commitment to country cricket in 2015-16 was again demonstrated by the holding of a Board meeting and a Sheffield Shield match in Coffs Harbour. The Board sees this as an important link between Cricket NSW and cricket in rural and regional associations throughout the state and intends to continue this into the future with Wollongong in contention for a Shield match in 2016-17.
The 2016-17 season will again be busy for Cricket Illawarra with the Commonwealth Bank Australian Country Championships being played in Wollongong. This again illustrates the high reputation that Cricket Illawarra enjoys. This would have been a dream come true for Ivor Ewin and Norm Warren and it is very sad that they won’t be there to witness it.
All Country Cricket Zones are indebted to Bruce Whitehouse for his efforts. Just how many kilometres does he travel each season? Bruce’s dedication is unparalleled and all those involved in Country Cricket thank him for his efforts.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 17 Finally, I wish to repeat that is an honour to represent Illawarra on the Country Cricket Committee of Management. It is not something that I take for granted. I have been extremely fortunate for the support that I have received over the years and I thank you for this.
Ian Hogg – Delegate & Chairman CCNSW
Zone Umpires Introduction:
The first umpires association was formed in the Illawarra in 1929 and, since that time, the Illawarra Cricket Umpires Association has benefited from the services of numerous long-standing members. The Association’s first Secretary, Bill Mintorn, occupied that position for 38 years and, some years later, Ron O’Brien served as Secretary for 22 years. Wal Smith and Jack Tolhurst both umpired for over 35 years while Rod Porter, Morgan Prosser and Gordon Rodwell have each officiated for more than 30 years.
Affiliated umpire associations within the Zone:
The Illawarra Zone is a single cricket association, located almost exclusively in the City of Wollongong. The Cricket Illawarra competition consists of 4 Grades and is played between 10 clubs most of which are in close proximity to each other. The one exception is the Helensburgh club, located 35 kilometres to the north of Wollongong. Being such a small Zone, Illawarra has only one affiliated umpire association, namely the Illawarra Cricket Umpires Association Inc.
Finals appointments:
The Illawarra Twenty20 Competition was again played as part of the weekly competition in the period just before and after Christmas. The Finals matches in all Grades were played at North Dalton Park and its surrounding precinct with the officiating umpires being:
1st Grade: Helensburgh v. Northern Districts – Neil Findlay and Ean Martin 2nd Grade: Keira v. Northern Districts – Frank Ciocci and Steve Saye 3rd Grade: Corrimal v. Wests-Illawarra – David Dobinson and Peter Ferguson 4th Grade: Keira Red v. Northern Districts Gold – Chris Adams and Denis Veronese
The season culminated with the Two Day Finals in 1st and 2nd Grade and the limited overs One Day Finals in 3rd and 4th Grade. The umpires appointed for these Finals were:
1st Grade: Balgownie v. Keira – David Cullen and Neil Findlay 2nd Grade: Keira v. Northern Districts – Frank Ciocci and Peter Ferguson 3rd Grade: Corrimal v. Keira – Chris Adams and Brian Druery 4th Grade: Dapto Gold v. University Blue – Rod Porter and Denis Veronese
At the end of the season, the following umpires were also appointed to Junior Finals:
Under 16A: Dapto v. Keira – Wal Smith Under 16B: Corrimal v. Wollongong – Barry Moir Under 14A: Dapto v. Northern Districts – Charles Brockley Under 14B: Dapto White v. Keira Red – Evan Lane
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The Illawarra CUA has a total of 20 members. Unfortunately, however, during the season the services of a number of members were again lost and eventually only 17 members remained active. At the beginning of the season, long serving Wal Smith finally decided it was time to retire; after Christmas, Darren Sutherland also retired and, soon afterwards, Ray Trindall was unable to umpire because of illness. Further, several others were often unavailable because of work and personal commitments. Although umpires were still appointed to all matches in 1st and 2nd Grade each round, fewer numbers meant that most 2nd Grade matches only had one umpire and it was no longer possible to cover many of the 3rd Grade fixtures. On a brighter note, however, towards the end of the season former Helensburgh player and NSWCUSA member John Walker joined the Association and performed very creditably.
Executive and office bearers:
Once again the Executive of the Illawarra Cricket Umpires Association has consisted of:
President – Morgan Prosser. Secretary-Treasurer – Barry Moir.
As usual, Morgan Prosser has led the Association enthusiastically and has been ably assisted by Barry Moir who has performed all of his duties efficiently. Their whole-hearted efforts have been greatly appreciated by all members.
Other key office bearers have been Neil Findlay (Training Officer) and David Cullen, David Dobinson and Peter Ferguson (Training Committee) who have together provided training and development activities during the Association’s monthly meetings.
Education and development:
A weekend training course on the Laws of Cricket was planned for June. Unfortunately, none of the aspiring umpires who had indicated that they would participate actually attended the course. Therefore, the NSWCUSA facilitators, Darren Goodger and Muhammad Qureshi, presented a one-day training workshop instead for the 14 umpires from Illawarra and the Southern Highlands who did attend. The workshop began with a short quiz on the Laws of Cricket and was followed by video analysis of decision making and sessions on positioning, handling runners, teamwork and managing player behaviour.
An open book examination on the Laws of Cricket was again held before the season commenced. The purpose of this examination was to facilitate revision of the Laws and no “pass” mark was required. However, it was compulsory to attempt the examination before being able to umpire in Illawarra in 2015/2016.
Throughout the season, training continued in the form of quizzes emailed out to members before each monthly Association meeting. The questions provoked spirited discussion at the meetings and significantly improved the members’ understanding of both the Laws of Cricket and local Playing Conditions. During the meetings, training sessions were also conducted on enjoying umpiring, decision making and umpiring in the Finals.
Key highlights:
With the Illawarra team again participating in the Kingsgrove Sports T20 Cup, Illawarra umpires were appointed to matches in this SCA competition. Accordingly, Darren Sutherland stood with Sydney umpire, Glenn Stubbings, at North Dalton Park in Illawarra‘s two matches against University of NSW and Sutherland while David Cullen and Neil Findlay travelled to Coogee Oval to umpire Randwick-Petersham’s two matches against North Sydney and Sydney.
At NSW Country level, Neil Findlay was again appointed to the Country Umpires Representative Panel. He travelled to Wagga Wagga for the Southern Country Championship Carnival and, after umpiring in the preliminary Rounds of the Plan B Regional Bash, stood in the Sixers Conference Final at the S.C.G. David Cullen was appointed to the
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 19 Country Supplementary Panel once more and he umpired in the Country Colts Carnival in Dubbo; officiated in the Kookaburra Cup Carnival in Griffith and stood the under 16 State Challenge match in Sydney. In addition, Neil and David both umpired in the Under 16 International Series played between Australia and Pakistan while, along with several other members of the Country Panels, David also accepted an invitation to umpire in the Sydney 1st Grade Competition. Finally, Darren Sutherland was again afforded the opportunity of umpiring at Country level, officiating in the Country Colts Carnival in Dubbo.
Several umpires once again stood in the NSW Junior DCA Inter-Association Shield Competitions. The appointed officials for the Illawarra teams involved were Chris Adams, Charles Brockley, David Cullen, Brian Druery, Evan Lane, Barry Moir and Ray Trindall.
The umpire exchange programme initiated in 2013/2014 between the Illawarra CUA and New Zealand’s Central Districts CUSA continued, with Mike George travelling from New Zealand to umpire in Wollongong in November. Brian Druery then flew to New Zealand in January to officiate in a two-day match between local team, Manamatu, and Hawkes Bay’s Wharangi played in Palmerston North. This match was the equivalent of a NSW Country Cup fixture and was played over 112 overs per day. The exchange is now well established and umpires from both Associations have already indicated their desire to participate in future years.
Once again, the Illawarra CUA supported the annual Charity Day organised by the Dapto and Helensburgh clubs before Christmas. Umpires donated their day’s match fees and contributed a total of $800.00 to the fundraising efforts for the Sydney Children’s Hospital.
Finally, in April the inaugural Illawarra CUA Annual Dinner was held to celebrate the season and to recognize the achievements of members. Certificates were presented to those umpires who officiated in the various Finals and to acknowledge various umpiring milestones. In addition, the winners of the Association’s two major awards were announced – Neil Findlay received the “Wal Smith” Umpire of the Year Award while Ean Martin was the first winner of the Most Improved Umpire of the Year Award. Other umpires to have performed creditably throughout the season were David Cullen, David Dobinson, Peter Ferguson and Steve Saye.
Neil Findlay – Zone Umpires Representative
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NSW Cricket Academy – Illawarra Zone Academy Squad
Name Club Attendance Rep Honours Matt Calder Wests 31/32 CI U/16, Colts, Bradman Cup, U/16 SC Ryan Castles Dapto 29/32 Bradman Cup Seth Collier Wests 27/32 CI U/13 Aidan Cook ND 26/32 CI U/14, Kookaburra Cup, U/14 SC Sam Conte Keira 22/32 Nick Henderson Wollongong 21/32 Colts Jonathan Keyes ND 13/32 CI U/15, Bradman Cup Owen Kocyan ND 25/32 CI U/15 Ty Kroes Keira 20/32 CI U/14, Kookaburra Cup, U/14 SC Tane Nunn Keira 15/32 CI U/16, Bradman Cup, U/16 SC Sam Okely Keira 13/32 Flynn Patison ND 30/32 CI U/14, Kookaburra Cup, U/14 SC Jye Phillips Dapto 31/32 CI U/16, Bradman Cup, U/16 SC Jamie Phillipson ND 31/32 CI U/13, Kookaburra Cup, U/13 SC Jason Ralston Port Kembla 18/32 U/17 State Challenge, Colts, U/19 Nationals James Stojanovski Dapto 29/32 CI U/14, Kookaburra Cup, U/14 SC Wes Van Kempen Keira 22/32 CI U/16, Bradman Cup, U/16 & U/17SC Jayden Zahra-Smith Dapto 31/32 CI U/13, Kookaburra Cup, U/13 SC
Coaching Staff
Head Coach: Stephen Davies Batting / Fast Bowling Coach: Stephen Davies Throwing Coach: Dale Scifleet Spin Bowling Coach: Kyle Connor Strength & Conditioning Coach: Stephen Davies
Educational Presentations
The following educational presentations were provided to the squad
- Leadership - Sports Nutrition - Sports Psychology - Tactical scenarios
Guest Coach Appearances
Cricket NSW provided the following guest coaches
- Ben Rohrer and Gavan Twining assisted during our SCG Training session
Player Report / Athlete Management System
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strengths and development focuses
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 21 As Part of my Zone Academy Coaching Role I also
- I prepared and presented a coaching guidelines session for Illawarra representative coaches - I prepared and conducted a 6 week fielding program for Illawarra representative teams - I prepared game day routines and game etiquette documents for Illawarra representative players - I have developed a representative player talent identification spreadsheet - I trained the 16’s DCA representative team - I prepared and conducted Bradman Cup training and attended the Bradman Cup. - Assist with Under 19 representative team training. Attended colts carnival in Dubbo - Attended 17’s state challenge in Coffs harbour as one of the country coaches - Assist Scott Moran from Southern Zone select the U/13 and U/14 state challenge teams - Attended the girls U/15 and U/18 country championships at Raymond Terrace - Attended the girls U/15 state challenge at Raby - Coached the women’s open country team. Games were played at Blacktown & Newcastle - I was appointed Head Coach to the U/15 female NSW Country / ACT team attending the pretournament camp at Blacktown before travelling to Hobart for the National Championships - Assistant / development coach with the Sydney Thunder Women’s Big Bash Team - Conduct one level 1 training course - Conduct two individual level 1 training courses (Max Moran and Lauren Smith) - Prepare and conduct a training day for Illawarra representative coaches – batting and fast bowling - Prepare and run a 6 week training program for players selected in the 16 state challenge - I also was the head coach of the Illawarra / Southern Zone NSW Female Academy.
Stephen Davies – Zone Academy Coach – Illawarra Zone
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 22 Regional Bash The inaugural Regional Bash was launched in 2015/16 with 16 Regional teams competing in a state-wide T20 knockout competition. Two conferences were formed, Thunder & Sixers.
Illawarra Flames was the anointed name of our home side forming a new era in Country cricket competition. Each team were allowed 3 guest players with approval from CCNSW. Flames used local juniors: Dan Constable, Tylar Edwards & Kyle Brockley.
Our Flames drew Central Coast Rush in Rd 1 on November 1 at North Dalton
Squad: Dan Constable (c), Lachlan Dunn, Hayden McCrea, Tylar Edwards, Matt Skora, Jamie Fleming, Dale Scifleet, Michael Stephenson, Matt Ward, Kendrick Hatton, Kyle Brockley, Pat Hammond Officials: Tim Carter (coach)
Round 1
Rush won the toss and decided to bat first on a beautiful sunny day at North Dalton but were soon in early trouble at 2/5. A steadying partnership took the Rush to 3/90 but collapsed to end their innings at 8/109 after 20 overs. Kyle Brockley finished with 3/10 off 4 overs.
Lachlan Dunn & Hayden McCrae got the Flame off to a flyer combining in a 90 run opening stand and Flames reached the target in 13 overs with Lachlan Dunn finishing 59no off 32 balls.
Score
Central Coast Rush 8/109 R Fenning 43, T Cornwell 27, K Brockley 3/10, D Scifleet 2/30, J Fleming 1/15, K Hatton 1/20
Illawarra Flames 1/113 L Dunn 59no, H McCrae 35, T Edwards 10no
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Flames were up against Newcastle Blasters on November 8, in a match originally scheduled for Newcastle Sportsground, but due to a problem with ground condition, match was transferred to North Dalton Park. Then the rain set in, and on the Friday prior to the match, with the assistance of Wests Cricket Club, Wollongong Council and curator Owen Rice, the match was transferred to Figtree Oval. A washout would mean Blasters progress to SCG final.
Flames on the toss and sent the Blasters into bat on an overcast day, Blasters cruised to 2/87 with rising young star Jason Sangha taking control. It took a run-out to dismiss him before a Pat Hammond led collapse saw Blasters lose their last 8 wickets for just 27 runs to be all out for 114 in the 19th over. Jason Sangha top scored with 27 and Pat Hammond took 4/16 to be the star.
Lachlan Dunn was an early casualty but Hayden McCrae and Dan Constable steadied the ship taking the score to 44. Flames run-rate was struggling to keep up and when brothers Hayden & Mitch McCrae fell in quick succession, the Flames looked to be in trouble. Sent in to have a hit was Michael Stephenson who changed the course of the innings with some massive hits to give the Flame a sniff. Veteran Dale Scifleet joined him at the crease and the pair took the score agonisingly close to the target. With a run required off the last ball, big Michael Stephenson scrambled a quick leg bye to give the Flames an unlikely victory. Big Stevo scored 27 off just 14 balls. The Flames are now off to the SCG.
Score
Newcastle Blasters 114 J Sangha 27, P Darwen 22, M Gawthrop 21, P Hammond 4/16, M Skora 2/6, K Hatton 2/18
Illawarra Flames 4/115 H McCrae 39, M Stephenson 27no, M McCrae 22, N Hudson 2/9
Sixers Conference Final – December 6 at Sydney Cricket Ground
The big day arrived when the Flames played on the SCG to play Northern Inland Bolters, with the winner to play Thunder conference winners under lights in the evening.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 24 The Bolters won the toss and decided to bat first on a beautiful day and got off to a flyer until Pat Hammond came into the attack, taking 2 wickets off his first 2 balls. Bolters ended their 20 overs with 4/147, giving the Flames their biggest chase yet. The unbroken 69 run stand came in quick time in the last few overs for the Bolters.
The Flames got off to a shocker losing Lachlan Dunn & Mitch McCrae in first 2 overs to be 2/4, and when Hayden McCrae fell with the score at 3/30 the Flames were in serious trouble. Guest players Tylar Edwards and Dan Constable then combined for a 110 run partnership with Tylar bludgeoning his way to 90 off 59 balls with 6 towering 6’s. When he was dismissed late in the 19th over the Flames were within 8 runs of victory. But some tight bowling left the Flames with too much to do in the last over losing 2 quick wickets to fall 5 runs short. Veteran Dale Scifleet needed a 6 off the last ball but a yorker made that difficult.
It was a great experience for the players and the busload of supporters though and the Flames did our region proud.
Score
Northern Inland Bolters 4/147 A Jones 41no, B Middlebrook 37no, S Norvill 25, P Hammond 3/35
Illawarra Flames 6/142 T Edwards 90, D Constable 28no, B Reynolds 3/17
Glenn Bridge – Zone Administrator
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 25 Seniors – McDonalds Country Championships Held: Wagga, 20 - 22 November 2015 Squad: Joe McDevitt (c), Xavier McDevitt, Tom McDevitt, Jamie Fleming, David Studholme, Kieran Richards, Amit Balgi, Mitch McCrae, Stephen Bunting, Michael Waldren, Murray Crowe, Oscar Oborn-Corby, Kendrick Hatton Officials: Tim Carter (coach), David Dobinson (manager)
After arriving mid-afternoon Thursday, the team had a hit at the home of the Wagga Cats which was where our first game was to be played against Southern/ACT. The boys had a light run and at the end of the session we had a brief chat to the Wagga first grade captain coach who gave us some advice on the pitch conditions.
Round 1 Illawarra 161 M McCrae 34, D Studholme 23, J McDevitt 22, J Fleming 19, K Richards 17 Southern/ACT 4/162 J Fleming 2/26, O Oborn-Corby 1/15
Friday saw Captain Joe McDevitt win the toss and deciding to have a bat on a very dry pitch. Unfortunately winning the toss didn’t equate to a good start with the bat. Tom McDevitt was the first to fall for 8. This brought the captain to the crease, and with Mitch McRae, took the score to 48 before Joe McDevitt miscued a hook shot and was caught at backward square leg. From here we lost wickets on a regular basis with numerous players making starts but nobody able to convert those starts into a big score. Mitch McRae was the pick of the batsmen with 34 with Illawarra all out for 161 in the 46th over.
With runs on the board we thought that if we could bowl well, particularly our spinners, and field well we could be very competitive. Our fielding was spot on in the early parts with our number 1 fieldsman Mitch McCrae creating a run out to the Southern/ACT 1 for 10. Destructive South Coast batsman Kieran Gray came in at three and took the score to 45 being dismissed for 18 by Oscar Oborn-Corby who returned after a year off due to stress fractures. At the 34 over mark the comparative scores were basically identical and as Southern/ACT passed Illawarra’s score in the 46th over, the only difference was that Illawarra were all out and Southern/ACT were only four wickets down. A valuable lesson learnt about batting out our overs. We bowled quite well but just didn’t have enough runs on the board.
Round 2 Illawarra 152 J Fleming 49, M Crowe 31, K Richards 24 Western 2/153 M Crowe 1/25, S Bunting 1/25
The second game saw Illawarra return to McPherson Oval to take on Western. Once again Captain Joe McDevitt won the toss and chose to bat. Unfortunately Illawarra’s batsmen struggled in the cooler conditions and it was only the experience of Balgownie Captain Coach Jamie Fleming (49) and University all-rounder Murray Crowe (31) that added some respectability to below par score of 152 from 47 overs.
Illawarra started well, picking a wicket in the first over to have Western at 1/0. This was the only highlight of the day with Western chasing down Illawarra’s below par score in the 29th over with only two wickets down.
Round 3 Riverina 155 X McDevitt 3/39, J Fleming 2/27, M Crowe 1/11, S Bunting 1/28 Illawarra 4/158 K Richards 48, A Balgi 34, X McDevitt 23, M McCrae 19
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 26 Day three saw the two winless teams meet at Wagga’s Robertson Oval. Riverina won the toss and chose to bat. Illawarra took wickets at regular intervals to restrict Riverina to 155. The pick of the bowlers were Xavier McDevitt with three wickets and Jamie Fleming with two. Our number one fielder was on fire in the field with 2 run outs and a catch.
Our batting performance in this game was much improved with Kiera opener Kieran Richards taking the lead with 48 and University’s Amit Balgi making 34. Tom McDevitt made 23 but left it to big brother Joe to hit the winning runs with a big six over mid-wicket.
Over all a very disappointing carnival in relation to win-loss ratio but also exciting as it was the start of a new era with only two players over the age of 25. There are some very special times to look forward for Illawarra cricket over the next five years.
No Illawarra player was selected for NSW Country for the CBA Australian Country Championships 2016.
Tim Carter – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 27 Under 19 – McDonalds Country Colts Held: Dubbo, 18 - 20 September 2015 Squad: Dan Constable (c), Rhys Nikitaris, Callum Waldock, Toby Flynn-Duncombe, Jarrod Colliss, Kain Flynn- Duncombe, Nicholas Henderson, Matt Calder, Jason Ralston, Jarryd Clancy, Aaryn Kornberger, Anthony Purdevski, Jarryd Wasson Officials: Mark Waldock (coach), Steve Davies (Asst Coach),Rod Duncombe (manager)
Round 1 Game one of the tournament was against Western the carnival hosts, at a very hard and fast outfield Lady Cutler No2.
We lost the toss on the first morning which meant we were to start in the field. On a fast outfield we managed to contain Western to a total of 9/248 from their 50 overs, a good solid bowling performance by U17 Jason Ralston with figures of 3/21 from 10.
Our batting innings started off strong but we were unable to carry on with the partnerships, plenty of batsman had the foundations laid Kain Flynn-Duncombe 54, Constable 44, Colliss 38 but unfortunately no one was able to carry on with a big score to be able to beat the Westerners, falling short by only 9 runs in the 50th over.
Western 9/248 J Ralston 3/21, T Flynn-Duncombe 2/52, A Kornberger 1/20, J Colliss 1/28, M Calder 1/51, D Constable 1/56 Illawarra 7/240 K Flynn-Duncombe 54, D Constable 44, J Colliss 38, T Flynn-Duncombe 28, R Nikitaris 23, C Waldock 18, M Calder 18no Round 2 Game two saw us take the field against old rivals in Central Northern at Victoria Park No 1 Oval. Again Illawarra lost the toss and Central North opted to bat first, batting first was to prove to be a winning formula in the hot conditions of Dubbo as we experienced throughout the carnival.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 28 Illawarra managed to contain Central North to only 210 bowling them out in the 50th over, again solid bowling performance by Ralston with 2/34 along with some quality contributions from Clancy 2/10 and Constable 2/37. Although our batting innings again started well we were unable to follow through to be able to hold together partnerships. Constable provided a classy batting display to produce a half century and young Calder chipped in with a quick fired 29 but it was not enough with our total short by 38.
Central Northern 210 J Clancy 2/10, J Ralston 2/34, J Constable 2/37, M Calder 1/26, A Purdevski 1/50 Illawarra 172 D Constable 50, M Calder 29, K Flynn-Duncombe 28, C Waldock 22 Round 3 The final game of the carnival we returned back to Lady Cutler No 2 to take on Central Coast, after a nail bitter of a finish in the previous seasons colts carnival at Coffs Harbour we knew this was going to be a real contest between both teams. The coin tossing gods again were not on our side with Central Coast winning the toss and electing to bat. With Ralston unavailable for the final match our bowling attack was somewhat depleted, so young U16 Calder stepped up to the plate showing his potential as leg spinner of the future collecting 3 wickets for 55 other bowling contributions from Purdevski 2/28 and Constable 2/49, we managed to bowl the Central Coast boys out in the 45th over but they set us a massive total of 298 to chase.
Our innings didn’t start well with a loss of wicket early but we managed to recover with Toby Flynn-Duncombe belting 110 and contributions from Collis 37, Kain Flynn-Duncombe 22, but there just weren’t enough overs in the day falling short by 27 runs in our 50th over.
Central Coast 298 M Calder 3/55, A Purdevski 2/28, D Constable 2/49, J Colliss 1/28, J Clancy 1/54 Illawarra 6/276 T Fynn-Duncombe 110, R Nikitaris 38, J Colliss 37, D Constable 27, K Flynn-Duncombe 22
Although the results didn’t go our way the Illawarra U19 Colts demonstrated a never say die attitude in all the runs chases that we took on over the carnival. The majority of the boys will be eligible for U19’s again next season and I look forward to seeing their representative careers progress in the future.
Congratulations to Jason Ralston, Toby and Kain Flynn-Duncombe who selected to trial in the state challenge.
Mark Waldock – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 29 Bradman Cup – (Under 16) Held: Newcastle, 11 - 14 January 2016 Squad: Tane Nunn (c), Pat Rees (vc), Caelen Smith, Jye Phillips, Matt Calder, Harry Magennis, Ryan Castles, Kade Warrington, Liam Mikleus, Wes Van Kempen, Nevan Doig, Jonathan Keyes Officials: Stephen Davies (coach), Aidan Green (assistant Coach), Darren Smith (manager)
Preparation
The team went into the Bradman Cup well prepared after strong performances in the DCA competition reaching the semi-finals playing excellent attacking cricket.
Training attendances throughout the DCA and during Bradman preparation were well attended.
Game 1 v ACT / Southern
Fielding first on a dampish wicket and slow outfield some excellent fielding from Calder and Warrington executing two runouts and with a 3rd run out ACT/Southern were in trouble at 3 for 49 after 15 overs. After a mini fight back from their batters our spinners Smith and Calder put us into a strong position with tight bowling and two wickets each. At 7 for 120 we dropped a vital catch with the partnership costing us 70 runs. Act / Southern finished with 213 from their 50 overs. Anything bowled down leg side was called a wide with our bowlers not adjusting well to the new interpretation bowling 31 wides.
Our run chase started poorly losing early wickets putting pressure on our run rate and middle orders bats. Opener Pat Rees held our innings together with a fine 52 against a strong attack. Ryan Castles with 19 runs batting at 8 was the only other bat reach double figures in what was a poor batting display. We were finally dismissed for 130 in the 42nd over.
ACT / Southern 213 C Smith 2/34, M Calder 2/42 defeated
Illawarra 130 P Rees 52, R Castles 19
Game 2 v Western
Western won the toss and elected to bat first. After an early wicket to Nunn Western batted well until Calder was introduced into the attack with immediate success picking up two wickets and slowing the run rate. Again we couldn’t finish the innings off with a 50 run 8th wicket partnership allowing the western boys to post 216 from their 50 overs.
Batting in hot conditions our run chase started positively with an opening partnership of 49 runs in 11 overs. Our run chase was progressing nicely at 2 for 124 at the 30 over mark. Losing 3 wickets in the 31st over proved costly for us and apart from a mini fight back from Castles and Magennis we were dismissed for 188 runs in the 48th over. 7 of our bats made starts without going on to play a match winning innings.
Western9/216 M Calder 3/33, C Smith 2/35, T Nunn 2/37 defeated
Illawarra 188 C Smith 32, T Nunn 30, P Rees 21, P Rees 20
Game 3 v Riverina
For the third game in a row we were in the field first. Even though we didn’t take early wickets our opening bowlers bowled much better and were unlucky not to pick up wickets. Again our spinners Calder and Smith bowled exceptionally well taking wickets and stalling the run rate. As with the trend of our first two games we failed to close out the innings. Our last 10 overs cost 70 runs with Riverina finishing with 191 runs.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 30 The early loss of Rees and Smith run out in the 12th over brought Nunn and Phillips together. An 86 run partnership put us in a winning position. Batting with a broken thumb Phillips compiled a nice innings of 37 runs before being caught in the covers. Calder joined Nunn playing a short but aggressive inning of 27. Nunn batted deep into our innings scoring a classy 85 runs. After Nunn’s dismissal we panicked losing 5 quick wickets leaving 2 runs to be scored off the last over. With one ball to spare Keys played a classy cut shot for 3 runs for our victory.
Illawarra 9/193 T Nunn 85, J Phillips 37, M Calder 27 defeated
Riverina 9/191 M Calder 2/24, R Castles 2/24, C Smith 1/23, N Doig 1/31
Summary
We played well in patches but lost key moments of games. When bowling our opening overs failed to build pressure and take early wickets. We also didn’t finish off our innings well bowling too short allowing the batsman to get under the ball and hit boundaries. Ground fielding wasn’t consistent with dropped catches proving costly. When batting we didn’t capitalise on starts or bat in partnerships. We lost wickets in blocks which put pressure on our run rate and middle to lower order batsmen.
On the positive Matt Calder and Caelan Smith bowled exceptional well. Nevan Doig in first representative carnival showed good promise with his quicks. Tane Nunn played a significant innings in game 3 with some classy shots. Pat Rees impressed with a great knock against Act / Southern quicks. Jye Phillips and Caelan Smith showed they can bat but need to turn starts into significant scores. Harry Magennis was solid behind the stumps with a great catch and a couple of stumpings.
Steve Davies – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 31 Kookaburra Cup – (Under 14) Held: Griffith, 4 - 6 January 2016 Squad: James Stojanovski, Flynn Patison, Liam Gervaise, Ty Kroes, Brandon Silcox, Aidan Cook, Matt Garnero, Jayden Zahra-Smith, Samuel Hobson, Ryan Chard, Jamie Phillipson, Ben Worsfold Officials: Chris Cranny & Greg Innes (coaches), David Smith (manager)
Round 1 Southern ACT 7-158 D O’Shannessey 61 B Smith 33 F Ford 23no B Silcox 2-25 Illawarra 9-156 J Stojanovski 90 B Silcox 20 B Allen 3-16 J Allen 2-28
We lost the toss and asked to field on soft wicket at Exies Oval 2. Brandon Silcox was the pick of our bowlers taking 2/25 off 8 overs. This included a magnificent caught and bowled and a ball resembling Warnie’s ball of the century. Our pace bowlers combined to return tight figures taking a few wickets between them. Until Brandon Silcox again injected himself into the game once more with a direct hit run out. All in all a first up solid effort from the boys however probably about 20 runs more than we would have liked.
Our run chase got off to a terrible start being 2/0 however Flynn Patison and captain James Stojanovski combined to thwart the new ball attack. After getting to 13 Flynn fell trying to improve the run rate. James however continued with Brandon Silcox and the boys put on a further 30 runs together until Brandon fell with the score on 70.
Over the next while James formed partnerships with Aidan Cook and Jayden Zahra-Smith to get us to 141. Unfortunately James then fell himself trying to keep up with the run rate, which had gotten to 7 per over. James ended up with 90, an innings filled with class and one that had gotten us within 20 runs of a target which never seemed likely after being 2/0. In the end we fell 3 runs short. Greg and myself were very proud of the effort shown by the boys.
Round 2 Western 9-160 B Mitchell 53 S Hall 21 B Worsfold 4-24 Illawarra 77 J Phillipson 17, B Mitchell 3-17 M Ashford 2-7 L Mutton 2-9
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 32 We lost the toss again and were asked to field first. James Stoj and Ben Worsfold struck early having Western 2/7 early doors. Ben finished with figures of 4/24 off 8 overs, a fantastic effort. Our bowlers tried hard, however our fielding lacked effort and desire, which meant Western, got to 160 at the end of their 50 overs. Our batting didn’t offer much resistance some players got starts with Ty Kroes and Jamie Phillipson scoring 12 each, however it was a disappointing effort from the boys.
Round 3 Illawarra 6/109 J Stojanovski 41, J Zahra-Smith 34no A Green 3/15 Riverina 108 A Kilby 29 D Bennett 25 F Patison 3/16 B Silcox 3/34 J Phillipson 2/9
After the Western defeat the day before the boys were really keen to prove their worth and put in a good performance to finish the week. Unfortunately however Liam Gervaise was forced to sit out after sustaining a back injury the day before while bowling. Again we lost the toss and were asked to field, however today the fielding and bowling had improved and Riverina struggled for any real momentum throughout their innings. Our spinners did most of the damage with Brandon Silcox taking 3/34 off his 10 overs. Flynn Patison also took 3/16 and Jamie Phillipson took 2/9. James Stoj once again proved his worth with the ball taking 1/4 off 7 overs and Ryan Chard doing a great job taking 1/7 off 5 overs.
We knew that run rate would never be an issue for us in this match however what we did need was a partnership or two. There was some tense moments early being 4/22 but once again James Stoj (41) played superbly and got us back in the match. Jayden Zahra Smith (34) batted with patience and calm to guide us home. For such a young players to show such maturity was fantastic to watch. Both James and Jayden put together an invaluable 62. Once James was dismissed for 41 Jayden finished the job with both Sam Hobson and Ryan Chard.
A great way to finish the tournament for us, however disappointing to not make the final day. Thanks goes to Manager Dave Smith for his efforts throughout the tournament and all the parents for a great week and their help with the boys and scoring each day.
Chris Cranny – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 33 Women's Country Championships – (Under 18) Held: Raymond Terrace, 4 - 5 October 2015 Squad: Lauren Cheatle, Shania Martin, Jessica Howard, Melanie Lynch, Kelly Rowlings, Grace Sargeson, Sarah Seckold-McIntyre, Tahlia Wilson, Lauren Woods, Naomi Woods, Sophie Heath, Kaelah Austin, Gabrielle O'Brien Officials: Stephen Davies (coach)
Team name: Southern NSW containing girls from across the southern regions. Round 1 – King Park No 4 Southern NSW 6/90(cc) I Fitzgibbon, 2/8 S Manns 2/15 New Coasters 8/92 J Johnson 25, J Howard 4/11 Round 2 – Bill Bobbins Oval Western 8/76(cc) J Howard 2/6 Southern NSW 1/77 K Rowlings 55 Round 3 – Bill Bobbins Oval Central Northern 7/103(cc) K Smith 35, D Marsh 29, N Woods 5/11 Southern NSW 1/106 L Cheatle 59*, T Wilson 37*
Women's Country Championships – (Under 15) Held: Raymond Terrace, 1 - 3 October 2015 Squad: Kayla Burton, Dharmini Chauhan, Alyssa Davidson, Chantelle Downey, Becky Eager, Madison Greenhalgh, Isabella Greig, Jessica Marsh, Karie Myers, Jasmine Roberts, Emma Speering, Sarah Young Officials: Stephen Davies (coach)
Team name: Illawarra containing girls from across the southern regions. Round 1 – Jack Collins Oval Central Northern 3/82(cc) tied Illawarra 82 Dj Chauhan 28*, L Graham 2/11, Z. Fleming 2/14 Round 2 – Jack Collins Oval North Coastal 3/97(cc) A Handono 37, C Woods 25 Illawarra 4/83 Dj Chauhan 26*, G Martin 2/13 Round 3 – King Park No 4 Riverina 32 I Greig 4/1, KR Burton 2/1, Dj Chauhan 2/9 Illawarra4/33 C Murray 2/2
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 34 Higher Honours The following players were selected in the various State Challenge sides.
Male – State Challenge Country Sides
Under 19 Jason Ralston Port Kembla
Under 17 @ Coffs Harbour 21-23 August 2015 Maroon team Jason Ralston Port Kembla Purple team Wes Van Kempen Keira
Under 16 @ Blacktown 12-15 April 2016 Maroon team Pat Rees Northern Districts Tane Nunn Keira Jye Phillips Dapto Purple team Matthew Calder Wests Illawarra Harry Magennis Dapto
Under 14 @ Dubbo 18-21 January 2016 South Coast Marlins Flynn Patinson Northern Districts James Stojanovski Dapto Aidan Cook Northern Districts Ty Kroes Wollongong Brandon Silcox Keira Chris Cranny Assistant Coach
Under 13 @ Dubbo 18-21 January 2016 South Coast Marlins Sam Hobson Northern Districts Jamie Phillipson Northern Districts Jayden Zahra-Smith Dapto
Women’s State Challenge
Under 15 @ Campbelltown 15-16 October 2015
City Blue team Dharmini Chauchan Wollongong
Sarah Young Dapto
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 35 McDonalds Country Cup Club Knockout Five clubs entered the state-wide McDonalds Country Cup Club Knockout competition; Port Kembla, Wests Illawarra, Corrimal, Northern Districts and Wollongong. Northern Districts were the most successful team progressing to Round 4.
Round 1 Port Kembla def Shoalhaven Ex-Servicemens @ King George V Oval Wests Illawarra def by Berry-Shoalhaven Heads @ Figtree Oval Round 2 Port Kembla def by Corrimal @ King George V Oval Northern Districts def Warilla Sports @ Hollymount Park East Robertson Burrawang def by Wollongong @ Lackey Oval Round 3 Corrimal def by Berry-Shoalhaven Heads @ Ziems Park Wollongong def by Northern Districts @ North Dalton Park Round 4 Berry-Shoalhaven Heads def Northern Districts @ Berry Sports Complex
Glenn Bridge – Zone Administrator
Zone Tables Zone Championship Table 2015-16
Zone Under 17s Colts Country Bradman Kookaburra Total Points Champs Allocation Central Northern 0 10 4 10 5 29 1st = 10 Newcastle 0 6 10 5 4 25 2nd = 7 Western 0 5 6 6 7 24 3rd = 6 Southern/ACT 0 7 7 7 3 24 4th = 5 Central Coast 0 3 5 1 10 19 5th = 4 Riverina 0 4 1 2 6 13 6th = 3 Illawarra 0 1 3 3 2 9 7th = 2 Nth Coastal 0 2 2 4 1 9 8th = 1
Zone Country Country Under 17 Bradman Kookaburra Women’s Women’s Total Champion Colts Open/U19 Youth ships /18 /U15 (since 86/87) ACT 5 1 0 0 0 0 1 7 Central Coast 0 5 2 6 4 1 2 20 Central Northern 0 5 6 3 1 1 0 16 Illawarra 2 5 2 2 1 0 1 13 Newcastle 14 14 1 5 1 3 0 38 North Coastal 2 7 3 3 3 2 2 22 Riverina 1 3 3 0 0 0 0 7 Southern 2 3 4 3 0 0 1 13 Western 3 3 2 2 0 2 1 13
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SGC – Kingsgrove Sport Twenty20 Cup Squad: Corbin Brown, Olly Thompson, Joe McDevitt, Xavier McDevitt, Tim Laws, Adam Berwick, Andrew Page, Jason Ralston, Murray Crowe, Rhys Voysey, Michael Waldren, Tom McDevitt, James Chappell, Oscar Oborn-Corby, Ben Marciante Officials: Tim Carter (coach), Margaret Pemberton (scorer)
Round 1 Illawarra 5/138 T Laws 73, J McDevitt 43 St George 3/139 S Cazzulino 56no, T Copeland 46, O Thompson 2/24, X McDevitt 1/42 Round 2 Illawarra 6/146 T Laws 36, B Marciante 35, J McDevitt 17 Lost on Nett R/R Newcastle 2/139 J Price 93, M Littlewood 38no, R Voysey 1/14, M Waldren 1/18
Double Header at North Dalton Park Sunday 18th October 2015 Round 3 UNSW 5/176 N Walker 46, B Wakim 40, C Wakim 33, R Du Plessis 29no, X McDevitt 1/15, R Voysey 1/16, J McDevitt 1/23, O Oborn-Corby 1/24, M Crowe 1/31 Illawarra 89 T laws 30, M Waldren 15, B McLean 2/6, J Connolly 2/26 Round 4 Sutherland 7/163 S Smith 80no, J Brown 36, M Crowe 3/26, O Oborn-Corby 1/15, J McDevitt 1/31, X McDevitt 1/32 Illawarra 94 T Laws 35, M Crowe 18, D Fallins 4/9, K Brockley 2/14
Annual Tennant/Ewin Shield Challenge The annual Newcastle challenge was not conducted this season due to congested representative program and with the introduction of the new Regional Bash competition.
Glenn Bridge – Administrator
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Under 16 – Watson Shield Squad: Tane Nunn (c), Pat Rees, Matt Calder, Jye Phillips, Harry Magennis, Kade Warrington, Caelan Smith, Liam Mikleus, Ryan Neufeld, Wes Van Kempen, Brandon O’Donnell, Nevan Doig, Logan Brailey Officials: Stephen Davies, Aidan Green (coaches), Darren Smith (manager)
Coaching the under 16s DCA last season was a great experience and something I will look back on for a very long time. I was lucky to have a very talented squad and tried to portray the highest set of skills throughout the players, even if that meant some players not getting much of a go. I understand I copped some criticism for this but one only has to look at the results, crushing victories and the amazing team culture we achieved. I was generally a pretty relaxed coach who gave plenty of encouragement, motivation and genuine belief that Illawarra could compete against other rep sides. Something I had not experienced with (some) Illawarra coaches whilst playing.
All my players showed great respect and maturity for such young men. Overall to get to the semi final and only just go down was a great achievement. I believe we would have defeated Camden in the final if we had made it. I think we need to look after the players in that squad and make sure they are happy and maintain the love for cricket as they will be a great asset to our grade competition for many years to come.
Aidan Green – Coach
Round 1 – 25/10/2015 vs South Eastern @ Petersham Oval South Eastern 78 W Van Kempen 4/12, M Calder 4/23, R Neufeld 1/9 & 115 J Phillips 7/25, W Van Kempen 2/18, M Calder 1/34 Illawarra 5/223 dec P Rees 89, M Calder 71, T Nunn 43
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Round 2 – 01/11/2015 vs Hawkesbury @ Figtree Oval Hawkesbury 76 R Neufeld 2/4, T Nunn 2/6, W Van Kempen 2/10, M Calder 2/26 & 0/41 Illawarra 5/190 dec M Calder 55, T Nunn 40, H Magennis 35, J Phillips 29 Round 3 – 08/11/2015 vs Bankstown @ Figtree Oval Bankstown 177 N Doig 4/33, M Calder 2/28, W Van Kempen 2/31, J Phillips 1/15 Illawarra 133 C Smith 52, K Warrington 31, H Magennis 16 Round 4 – 15/11/2015 vs Hornsby Kuringai & Hills @ Barker College Hornsby Kuringai /Hills 106 L Brailey 2/10, T Nunn 2/12, C Smith 2/25 Lost on Nett R/R Illawarra 3/81 H Magennis 30, P Rees 21 Round 5 – 22/11/2015 vs Central Coast @ Figtree Oval Illawarra 231 J Phillips 101, M Calder 43, L Mikleus 30, T Nunn 20 Central Coast 123 M Calder 5/26, J Phillips 4/32 Quarter Final – 29/11/2015 vs Hawkesbury @ Figtree Oval Hawkesbury 152 N Doig 2/10, T Nunn 2/14, C Smith 2/27 Illawarra 3/154 P Rees 83, T Nunn 31, J Phillips 27no Semi Final – 06/12/2015 vs Bankstown @ Figtree Oval Bankstown 221 N Doig 4/25 Illawarra 204 T Nunn 60, P Rees 39, M Calder 39, L Mikleus 32, K Warrington 19
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 39 Under 15 – Weblin Shield Squad: Jonathan Keyes (c), Tyler Warrington, Mitch Stojanovski, Jamie Sarkhosh, Jack Collimore, Joshua Debbes, Owen Kocyan, Brodie Murrell, Nathan Trebel, Callum Dodds, Brodie Merchant, Matthew Watson Officials: Paul Warrington (coach), Chris Collimore (manager)
The Illawarra U15's had not won a game for the previous 2 seasons so the goal this year was to win again. We only had 1 win but were very competitive in 4 games and were unlucky not to win in R2 and R3. We had a difficult draw playing ACT away for the 3rd successive year and also drawing the number 1 team North Shore in our cross-over match (again). 3 of the teams that we played against made the finals.
The 2 main areas that let us down was the inability to take early wickets when we bowled and our top order batsmen not going when they got starts. Fielding was of a good standard. The U15 Weblin Shield team took some steps forward this year and are capable of pushing for a finals spot next season with some hard work and further improvement in the off season. Thanks to Chris Collimore for managing the team.
Paul Warrington – Coach
Round 1 vs ACT 25/10/2015 @ Keith Tournier Oval Illawarra 127 J Keyes 56, J Collimore 38 ACT 3/128 O Kocyan 2/40, M Stojanovski 1/6 Round 2 vs Canterbury- Western Suburbs 01/11/2015 @ Keira Village Illawarra 139 J Debbes 46, J Keyes 26, T Warrington 23 Lost on Nett R/R Canterbury-Western Suburbs 2/122 B Merchant 1/11, J Sarkhosh 1/21
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Round 3 vs Northern Districts 08/11/2015 @ ELS Hall Northern Districts 146 J Sarkhosh 4/13, N Trebel 2/17, T Warrington 2/19 Illawarra 134 J Sarkhosh 40, T Warrington 27, J Keyes 17 Round 4 vs North Shore 15/11/2015 @ Keira Village Illawarra 63 M Stojanovski 16 North Shore 1/64 C Dodds 1/17 Round 5 vs South Eastern 22/11/2015 @ Keira Village Illawarra 8/190 J Collimore 76, T Warrington 32, M Stojanovski 32, N Trebel 23no South Eastern 9/176 T Warrington 2/18, C Dodds 2/19, B Merchant 2/33
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 41 Under 14 – Moore Shield Team: James Stojanovski (c), Ty Kroes, Flynn Patison, Brandon Silcox, Liam Gervaise, Connor Gray, Aidan Cook, Luca Gibbs, Liam Harding, Ryan Chard, Lachlan Brown, Ben Worsfold, Angus Murphy Officials: Chris Cranny (coach), Zac Stojanovski (manager)
Round 1 vs Camden 25/10/2015 @ Figtree 2 Illawarra 4/153 J Stojanovski 71no, T Kroes 49 Camden 6/157 R Chard 2/17
Illawarra won the toss and decided to bat first, the aim was to bat in partnerships and bat out our overs. We did both adequately. Our score of 4/153 was made with a great partnership between Ty Kroes 49 and skipper James Stojanovski 71*.
The job with the ball didn’t start well as our fast bowlers couldn’t get it right. After 10 overs Camden were 1/61 and well on top. However after afternoon tea our medium pacers and spinners got us back into the game, with Ryan Chard, Liam Harding, Flynn Patison and Ty Kroes dragging things back. We had our chances in the field and although they were tough chances they proved costly in the end as Camden reached the target with an over to spare.
Round 2 vs Bankstown 01/11/2015 @ Walshaw Park Illawarra 133 F Patison 42, R Chard 36no, L Gervaise 17 Bankstown 7/137 R Chard 2/16, J Stojanovski 2/19, L Brown 2/27
Again we won the toss and chose to bat first. However we found ourselves in trouble and lost three big top order wickets in Ty, James and Brandon Silcox. Flynn Patison 42 and Liam Gervaise 17 fought hard to get us back into the game, however we keep losing wickets in clumps which saw us at 8/90 odd. Enter Ryan Chard and Ben Worsfold who did a great job and got us to the 50 overs with a total of 133. Ryan scored 36* and Ben 11.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 42 With a small total to defend early wickets were imperative we took three however they got a partnership together and cruised to within 30 runs of victory. After the tea momentum swung back in our favour and we took four rapid fire wickets. Bankstown won in the end however it wasn’t without a fight. James Stoj, Ryan Chard and Lachlan Brown each took 2 wickets.
Round 3 vs Sutherland 08/11/2015 @ Figtree 2 Illawarra 9/109 T Kroes 63no, R Chard 10 Sutherland 5/111 F Patison 2/22, B Silcox 2/24
For the third week running we batted first and this week just wasn’t meant to be for the Flametrees. Despite a brilliant 63* from Ty Kroes our batting was full of poor decisions and ill discipline. Credit given where it is due, Sutherland bowled well, however we certainly made them look better than what they were. However well done to Ty, his second sizeable score this rep season, the fight and application he showed was nothing short of excellent.
Our bowling again was solid, we took five wickets with spin twins Silcox and Patison taking 2 each. In the end 109 was just too small a target against a side like Sutherland, hopefully we learn from our mistakes. I believe we haven’t been outplayed yet, rather we have lost games which were winnable.
Round 4 vs South Eastern 15/11/2015 @ Booralee Park Illawarra 41 L Gervaise 13 South Eastern 0/43
This game was destroyed by rain and it was credit to all the helpers that a ball was even bowled.
The game reduced to 35 overs per side.
Unfortunately for us we were completely outplayed. South Eastern bowling was outstanding and in tough conditions our batters found it hard to score or gain any momentum. Liam Gervaise top scored with 13, but that was it as we struggled in our 35 overs to make an impact.
They cruised to the target without losing a wicket, unfortunately it was just not our day.
Round 5 vs Penrith 22/11/2015 @ Jamison Park Penrith 9/174 L Brown 3/23, L Harding 1/11, R Chard 1/11, B Worsfold 1/15 Illawarra 8/151 B Silcox 44, L Gervaise 36no, T Kroes 19
For the first time this season we got the chance to bowl first. Unfortunately for us Injury struck early on with Liam Gervaise hurting his back. He managed to get back on the field and took good reflex catch at slip, however his movement was impaired. They started strongly, however a strong middle session from us restricted them to 174, at one stage it was looking like we would be chasing 200. Big Lachie Brown bowled very well and took three wickets.
Our chase got off to great start with partnership between Ty Kroes 19 and Brandon Silcox 44. James Stoj also chipped in with 16 however this where it went downhill and we lost wickets in clumps which denied us a chance of winning the match. Liam Gervaise fought through the pain barrier and scored a hard fought 36*
A frustrating season for us but bright signs with some players showing the class and skill they have.
Hopefully next season will better in terms of results.
Chris Cranny – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 43 Under 13 – Gee Shield Squad: Samuel Hobson (c), Kyran Chauhan, Jack Pritchett, Jayden Zahra-Smith, Jamie Phillipson, Matt Garnero, Harry Hobson, Ethan Kohen, Levi Darcy, Daniel Wark, Seth Collier, Tate Harland Officials: Greg Innes (coach), James Hobson (assistant coach), Graeme & Sue Phillipson (managers)
The boys had a successful season and developed into a very committed and dedicated team – in every game they participated in they were competitive winning 2 games and losing 3. This season also produced the team’s first win at DCA Level and the boys now realise what is required to win the close games.
The boys improved on all their skill levels during the year and with further hard work and commitment should have a realistic chance at a finals berth in 2016.
The team bonded well and displayed excellent sportsmanship throughout the season.
The team were well supported by all parents and a special mention should be made of the Managers for the season – Graham & Sue Phillipson.
Four members of this team were also selected in the Cricket Illawarra Kookaburra Cup Team that travelled to Griffith in Jan 2016. – S.Hobson, M.Garnero, J.Phillipson & J.Zahra-Smith.
This is another example of just how much talent is in this team and with further development and coaching will ensure the future of Cricket Illawarra remains in good hands.
All in all, a very satisfying year and looking forward to further success and development in season 2016.
Greg Innes – Coach
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Round 1 vs Blacktown 25/10/2015 @ Hollymount West Blacktown 7/169 D Wark 2/19, H Hobson 1/11, K Chauhan 1/14, T Harland 1/24, J Zahra-Smith 1/24 Illawarra 137 J Phillipson 33, S Hobson 26, L Darcy 19, J Zahra-Smith 15 Round 2 vs Hawkesbury 01/11/2015 @ Pitt Town Sports Hawkesbury 8/115 J Phillipson 4/16, H Hobson 2/20, T Harland 1/26 Illawarra 7/99 M Garnero 24no, J Zahra-Smith 20, S Hobson 16, J Pritchett 15 Round 3 vs South Eastern 08/11/2015 @ Hollymount West Illawarra 7/111 S Hobson 52, J Phillipson 13 South Eastern 6/112 K Chauhan 2/17, M Garnero 1/7, L Darcy 1/9, J Phillipson 1/26 Round 4 vs Sutherland 15/11/2015 @ Hollymount West Illawarra 69 J Zahra-Smith 28no Sutherland 5/70 M Garnero 2/14, K Chauhan 1/5, J Phillipson 1/8, S Collier 1/20 Round 5 vs ACT 22/11/2015 @ Blundell Park ACT 8/167 D Wark 2/15, J Phillipson 2/30, K Chauhan 1/14, S Collier 1/18 Illawarra 6/170 E Kohen 51no, J Zahra-Smith 36, M Garnero 25, J Phillipson 16
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 45 Under 12 – Cawsey Shield Squad: Liam Constable (c), Ky Nunn, Brodey Fien, Callum Cecil, Andy Magennis, Thomas Williams, Jordan Nolan, Cody Price, Bailey Leadbitter, Noah King, Cooper Ward, Ryan Empson, Rhys Cattle, Nate Ruddock Officials: Darren Nunn & Brett Magennis (coaches)
Round 1 vs Bankstown 25/10/2015 @ Playford Park Bankstown 8/155 C Price 2/13, B Fien 2/14, N King 2/30 Illawarra 105 L Constable 45, B Fien 13 Round 2 vs Camden 01/11/2015 @ Reed Park Illawarra 92 L Constable 51 Camden 87 N King 3/19, N Ruddock 2/8 Round 3 vs Sutherland 08/11/2015 @ Lakewood City Sutherland 6/256 C Ward 2/38 def on Nett R/R Illawarra 3/52 L Constable 25no, R Cattle 14 Round 4 vs Fairfield-Liverpool 15/11/2015 @ Reed Park Illawarra 5/108 R Cattle 37, N Ruddock 23no, L Constable 16 Fairfield-Liverpool 103 C Ward 3/13, N King 2/9, T Williams 2/13 Round 5 vs ACT 22/11/2015 @ Flinders Oval ACT 161 B Fien 4/18, T Williams 2/9, C Price 2/19 Illawarra 5/163 L Constable 65no, A Magennis 24, R Cattle 23, J Nolan 13
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 46 Under 12 – Alfred James (Presidents) Cup Squad: Callum Cecil (c), Bailey Abela, Mason Broadhead, Hunter O’Donnell, Cody Price, Victor Strange, Jonty Clifford, Jack Kerr, Viliami Mahe, Ben Morrison, Benjamin Needham, Keaton Ridley, Oliver Needham, Lalith Jennepalli, Ryan Roberts Officials: Dan Abela (coach), David Strange (manager)
For the first time, this season Illawarra entered a side in the IDCA Under 12 Alfred James Cup competition (Presidents Cup). The Illawarra Rep Committee who came up with the concept wanted to build a development squad. As such a squad including 8 players who narrowly missed selection in the Under 12 DCA team combined with 4 younger players from this seasons Illawarra Under 11's squad were selected.
The 12 team competition kicked off with games against Manly and North Shore. Unknown to us at that time, but both sides were to go through the competition undefeated and play in the final. Although we were beaten in those first two games the boys most of which had never played a 50 overs one day game before, quickly learned what it takes to win rep games. More importantly they were willing to take advice on and train hard to improve.
There were some excellent individual performances in those games. Captain Callum Cecil had a great double against North Shore top scoring with 28 and taking 4/32. Against Manly the teams youngest player, 9 year old Bailey Abela top scored with 31 and combined with Keaton Ridley (25) for a 50 run 9th wicket partnership. The game also saw the emergence of Jack Kerr (2/21) and his left arm orthodox that would prove so crucial in the teams revival in the weeks ahead.
Desperate for a win we headed to Blacktown, and despite a great knock from Ben Morrison (39), we were restricted to 126. Blacktown started brightly and were cruising at 1/54 off 18 when a lets say interesting "not out" decision on a run out put some fire in the boys. They showed incredible commitment to restrict Blacktown to just 45 runs off the last 32 overs. Jack Kerr (2/15 off 10) led the way with Bailey Abela (2/7 off 5) and Victor Strange (1/8 off 8) playing key roles. Hunter O'Donnell and Keaton Ridley although not taking any wickets also bowled tightly.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 47 With the self belief building the boys backed it up with a comprehensive 9 wicket win over Northern Districts. Victor Strange (2/9), Ben Needham (2/8) and Jack Kerr (2/12) led the way with the ball while Mason Broadhead led the boys home in just the 15th over with 35 not out.
The boys continued the role knocking over the high flying Hornsby side comfortably to make it 3 in a row. Batting first Mason continued his fine form with 47 and Ben Morrison took the score to 6/156 with a fine 34 not out. Jack Kerr again led the attack with 3/15 and was well supported by Ben Needham (2/11). Special mention also to Hunter O'Donnell whose first 4 overs were all maidens as we squeezed Hornsby out for 104.
Following three great wins we had the opportunity to qualify for the 3rd vs 4th playoff game with a win against Penrith (who were sitting one spot above us) in our last pool match. We produced the best batting effort of the campaign posting 7/184 off our 50 overs. Cody Price opened and made 27, youngsters Ollie Needham and Bailey Abela chipped in with 23 and 22, but it was Ben Needham who top scored with 38 and Victor Strange 18* who put on 45 in the last 5 overs to set up the score.
We followed our best batting effort, with probably our worst fielding effort and a series of drop catches made it much closer than it should have been. Needing 5 off 4 balls Jonty Clifford combined with Vilimae Mahe to take the last wicket and send us to the 3rd place play off game. Victor finished a fine double with 3/29 and was well supported by Jonty (2/28) Hunter (2/31) and Bailey (2/13).
Showing just how far they have come, the boys recorded their 5th consecutive win to comfortably defeat NSW Hurricanes and claim 3rd place in the tournament. Mason Broadhead 30 and Ben Needham 29 set up a competitive first innings of 146. The bowlers and fielders then set about producing their most disciplined display of the season bowling the Hurricanes out for 115. Jack Kerr (2/14), Ben Needham (2/20) and Cody Price (2/6) were the main wicket takers.
The season was a fantastic success in every sense of the word. Winning 5 games in a row against Sydney teams is never an easy feat. The most pleasing aspect however was the way the boys came together as a team and how every single player improved during the tournament. They learned what it takes to play rep cricket, but also learned how much fun it can be when a team works hard together.
I would like to thank David Strange the team manager who took on all the admin for season. Glen Broadhead was also a great help as assistant coach. I would also like to thank the entire parent group who enjoyed watching their boys develop over the season but most importantly always provided a great example in terms of the support they showed and the manner in which that support was provided.
I would also like to thank Scott Needham who was always my sounding board particularly in those tight finishes!
As I coached two Illawarra sides this year which was certainly a bigger commitment than I had intended, I would also like to thank my wife Vicky (and daughters Maddie and little Halle) - without their support it just could not have happened.
Wishing everyone a great off season, and look forward to seeing everyone again in 2016/17.
Dan Abela – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 48 Under 11 – Rep Squad Squad: Angus Campbell, Bailey Abela, Cooper Jenson, Hunter O’Donnell, Jack Yates, Mason Broadhead, Oliver Needham, Regan Smith, Ryan Roberts, Thomas Guistiniani, Victor Strange, William Hoy Officials: Dan Abela (coach), Glen Broadhead (manager)
The under 11’s campaign began way back in July with an eager cohort of 35 kids for the development program.
It was fantastic to see such a large group of kids so enthusiastic about their cricket and it made the job of Pat Nolan and myself as co-ordinators of the development squad a real pleasure.
One of the great things about the 7 week program is that equally, both the boys who gained selection in the Illawarra under 11 squad and those that did not gained a great deal out of the program. The Illawarra Rep Committee should be congratulated for their work in putting the squads together.
Following the trials a final squad of 13 was selected. The Under 11 program is in two parts. The first was trials versus Sutherland and Newcastle and the second was participation in the Ron Arendts Cup in Newcastle in the first week of January.
The boys arrived for their first trial against a very strong Sutherland side not knowing what to expect. Sutherland batted first and made 6/148 off their 50 overs. The effort and spirit displayed by such a young side in their first ever 50 over game was really pleasing. The seam bowlers kept it tight. Victor Strange and Hunter O’Donnell led the attack well. Cooper Jenson picked up two wickets in a tidy spell and all the faster bowlers did a great job against quality opposition.
Our run chase never really got going. Some crucial runouts in the top order combined with some excellent bowling and fielding from Sutherland restricted our chase. Hunter O’Donnell top scored with a determined 25 and combined well with an equally determined Ryan Roberts to boost our score.
The boys continued to train hard and were rewarded with an excellent win over Newcastle the following week. Again bowling first we kept Newcastle to a manageable target of 132. Victor Strange and Ryan Roberts picked up a few early wickets but Newcastle started brightly. It was the introduction of spinners Ollie Needham and Bailey
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 49 Abela that swung the match back in Illawarra’s favour. Both bowled with great control and flight. Both picked up wickets and restricted the runs through the middle overs. Newcastle lost 4 for 18 for the 12 overs they bowled in tandem. The general fielding of the entire group was top class again.
Some early lusty blows from Will Hoy followed by a fine 3rd wicket partnership between Ollie Needham and Mason Broadhead set up a comfortable win for the boys. Ollie top scored retiring on 27 topping off a fine all round performance.
The team continued training from October to early January for the eagerly awaited trip to Newcastle. A cast and crew of 47 including family members checked in to The Executive Inn Newcastle with the boys ready to tear into 4 days of non-stop cricket.
Unfortunately the trip coincided with one of the biggest down pours seen in Newcastle. I knew we were in trouble on day 2 when I woke up and flicked on the Today Show and they were crossing to an interviewer standing in flood waters 2km from our hotel!
I still shake my head thinking about it but not a ball was bowled in the entire carnival. Very disappointing for the boys. There was so much rain that a planned indoor tournament on the third day was washed out due to flooding!
Despite the disappointment the trip still served some useful lessons that will hold the boys in good stead for the future. We had some good indoor training sessions including some video analysis and also played an indoor tournament against some the Sydney teams that were at the carnival. Although obviously a modified game, it gave the boys the confidence to know they can compete and win against good opposition.
Most importantly the friendships and team spirit that was built over our training, playing, swimming in the rain and nightly dinners provided great memories and experiences for everyone involved. Given the obvious frustrations with the rain the trip remained a success, in no small part to the outstanding parent group associated with this team.
I would like to thank my manager Glen Broadhead who did a great job organising the squad throughout the year including during the monsoon in Newcastle. I would also like to thank Pat Nolan who ran the development phase with me and was a great source of information and support throughout the season.
I would also like to thank the boys, who showed commitment at every training session and game and represented Illawarra in the manner in which the association can be proud.
I am excited by what lies ahead for these lads.
Dan Abela – Coach
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 50 Rep Achievements
Outstanding Performances
Batting
U16 CS Watson Shield Jye Phillips 101 vs Central Coast @ Figtree – Rd 5 (22/11/2015)
Bowling
U16 CS Watson Shield Jye Phillips 7-25 vs South Eastern @ Petersham – Rd 1 (25/10/2015)
U16 CS Watson Shield Matthew Calder 5-26 vs Central Coast @ Figtree – Rd 5 (22/11/2015)
Special Mentions
U12 Harold Moore Shield Liam Constable
Topped the Batting averages 202 runs @67.33 (H.S 65*)
U16 CS Watson Shield Matthew Calder
Joint Leading Wicket Taker 16 Wickets @10.13 (B/B 5/26)
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 51 LOCAL SENIOR COMPETITION In the local senior competition two separate competitions were conducted, Premiership and Twenty20, played in 4 grades between the 10 affiliated clubs. There were 1007 registered senior role players (860 last year) across the 49 teams (42 last year) representing an approximate 17% increase in both player and teams numbers.
The Premiership competitions in 1st and 2nd Grades were conducted as a combination of 2-Day cricket and traditional limited 50-Over formats played across 12 rounds, while the 3rd & 4th Grade Premierships were limited over formats of 50 and 45 overs respectively across 17 rounds. The number of rounds played this season was reduced by 1 for all grades due to Easter being in mid-March. Again a reserve weekend for the 1st and 2nd premiership finals was scheduled for Easter weekend (if required) and a reserve day for all the lower grade finals being the last Sunday before Easter.
The Twenty20 competitions (20 overs per side) were held over 3 days (originally 4 days) having 5 rounds in 2 pools in the top 3 grades with 3 pools in 4th grade. The first day of the T20 competition had to be hastily rescheduled when a clash of dates occurred with the Regional Bash rep team qualifying for its finals series at the SCG.
Although an increase in player and team numbers was recorded, disappointingly there were several forfeits and also a number of teams not playing with the full complement of players in matches. This situation did cause some concerns for the committed clubs, teams & players who were left without a game without prior notice or a very lopsided match. It is strongly suggested as part of the registration and team nomination process, Clubs should seriously consider the number and commitment of players they should sign and require to fulfil their nominated team obligations for the whole season.
Unfortunately a number of judiciary cases were had and match disputes resolved.
On the positive side, it is pleasing to note the club match day administrative requirements improved again on the previous season with only a few fines issued, and the most pleasing fact being no grading infringements recorded. A new initiative was introduced with the Duckworth-Lewis system (via a mobile phone app) to be used across all grades to determine any weather affected limited over matches, replacing the old one-sided average run-rate method. Initial concerns were quickly overcome in the first wet weather match where all lower grades successfully utilised the D/L method and reported it provided a much better match opportunity and outcome. The top 2 grades did not require its use this season.
The season only had a few washed out days in the premiership competition. The T20 semi-finals for all grades were to be conducted at the North Dalton complex to create a carnival atmosphere; however wet weather late in the week caused a quick reschedule to other drier grounds. All T20 finals occurred at North Dalton. Many thanks go to the sponsor with the TV coverage of the 1st and 2nd grade T20 finals via Bar TV into licensed clubs. The premiership final series were held at the traditional best rated venues, while also considering the needs of the junior final series in the congested truncated season.
The following sections highlight all the season award winners and statistics.
Neale Benson – Match Committee
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Award Trophy Recipient Senior Cricketer of the Year Ring Trophy Hayden McCrae (Helensburgh) Best and Fairest Player Joe Waldock Memorial Trophy Andrew Page (University) U/21 Cricketer of the Year Kevin Smith Memorial Trophy Jason Ralston (Port Kembla) Umpire of the Year Wal Smith Trophy Neil Findlay Services to Cricket Norm Warren Shield Ron O’Brien (Umpires Association) Administrators Award Mark Rollestone (Northern Districts) Club Championship Illawarra Mercury Trophy Keira Club Proficiency Umpires Proficiency Shield Helensburgh
Twenty 20 Competition Champions Sponsor Finals Sponsor Johnston Legal – 1st & 2nd Grade TV coverage through Bar TV
T20 Ladders
1st Grade T20 Pts 2nd Grade T20 Pts 3rd Grade T20 Pts 4th Grade T20 Pts Pool A Pool A Pool A Pool A Port Kembla 16 Keira 16 University 20 Nth Districts Gold 20 Helensburgh 16 Helensburgh 16 Keira 12 Dapto Gold 20 Keira 8 University 12 Helensburgh 8 Keira Black 8 University 4 Port Kembla 4 Port Kembla 4 University Blue 8 Wollongong 4 Wollongong 0 Wollongong 0 Wollongong 4 Corrimal White 4 Pool B Pool B Pool B Pool B Corrimal 16 Northern Districts 16 Wests Illawarra 20 Corrimal Green 12 Northern Districts 12 Wests Illawarra 12 Corrimal 12 Nth Districts Blue 12 Balgownie 8 Corrimal 12 Northern Districts 12 Dapto Blue 12 Dapto 8 Dapto 8 Balgownie 8 Balgownie 10 Wests Illawarra 8 Balgownie 4 Dapto 4 Wests Blue 4 Keira Gold 2 Pool C Keira Red 20 University Red 20 Nth Districts Sky 12 Wests Red 8 Corrimal Red 4
Semi-finals – held on 17th January at two locations with turf and synthetic wickets of North Dalton Park – Dalton South, Dalton North and Figtree 1 – Figtree 2 Finals – held on 31st January at North Dalton Park complex. 3rd grade to 1st grade played on main ground with 4th grade on Dalton North.
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Helensburgh (5/101 cc) J Colmer 3/9 def by Northern Districts (0/102) L Dunn 61* M Salakas 35* Umpires Neil Findlay & Ean Martin Player of Final Josh Colmer (Northern Districts)
2nd Grade T20 Champions – (CI Twenty20 Cup) Northern Districts
Keira (9/85 cc) N Theodossiadis 28, M Cottom 3/7, G Sismey 3/12, S Prior 2/20 def by Northern Districts (8/89) J Pirie 3/23, M Stark 2/10 18 Umpires Franco Ciocci & Steven Saye Player of Final Mark Cottom (Northern Districts)
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Wests Illawarra (9/113 cc) D Williams 2/23, G Harper 2/23, T Dutton 2/27 def Corrimal (78) P Murphy 3/14, L Manton 2/22 Umpires David Dobinson & Peter Ferguson Player of Final Bryan Lattin (Wests Illawarra)
4th Grade T20 Champions – (CI Twenty20 Cup) Northern Districts Gold
Keira Red (90) J Dowdell 25, R Sweeney 3/10, J Byrom 2/9, C Doyle 2/17 def by Northern Districts Gold (9/91) J Dowdell 2/10, P Constable 2/14, G Stacey 2/15 Umpires Chris Adams & Denis Veronese Player of Final Chris Doyle (Northern Districts Gold)
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Preliminary rounds per grade: 1st & 2nd grade – 12 rounds, 3rd grade – 17 rounds, 4th grade – 17 rounds
Best & Fairest Votes Club Proficiency (Joe Waldock Memorial Trophy) (Umpires Proficiency Shield)
Rank Player Club Total Matches Club Average Votes with Votes Helensburgh 9.480 1 Page, Andrew University 12 5 Northern Districts 9.472 2 McDevitt, Joseph Corrimal 11 4 Keira 9.320 3 McCrae, Hayden J Helensburgh 10 4 University 9.254 4 Bunyan, Jason K Balgownie 9 5 Wollongong 9.240 5 McElhinney, Aaron Corrimal 8 4 Wests Illawarra 9.234 6 Laws, Tim Wollongong 8 4 Port Kembla 9.060 7 Berwick, Adam Balgownie 8 3 Balgownie 8.860 8 Ralston, Jason T Port Kembla 7 5 Corrimal 8.660 9 Salakas, Matthew P Northern Districts 7 4 Dapto 8.428
10 McGregor, Luke Balgownie 7 4 11 Hunter, Ryan B Corrimal 7 3 12 Marciante, Nathan Helensburgh 6 3
Club Championship (Illawarra Mercury Trophy)
Team Points Keira 753 Corrimal 679 University 629 Northern Districts 626 Helensburgh 620 Balgownie 535 Wests Illawarra 519 Dapto 503 Wollongong 318 Port Kembla 160 Premiership Ladders
1st Grade Pts 2nd Grade Pts 3rd Grade Pts 4th Grade Pts Corrimal 66 Keira 73 Wests Illawarra 98 Dapto Gold 106 Helensburgh 65 Northern Districts 65 University 95 Nth Districts Gold 99 Keira 65 Corrimal 61 Keira 94 University White 95 Balgownie 57 University 60 Corrimal 87 University Blue 88 Dapto 49 Helensburgh 59 Northern Districts 86 Keira Red 86 University 41 Wests Illawarra 46 Helensburgh 60 Balgownie 80 Northern Districts 40 Balgownie 39 Balgownie 55 Nth Districts Blue 78 Wollongong 30 Dapto 39 Dapto 42 Keira Gold 75 Wests Illawarra 29 Wollongong 26 Wollongong 37 Keira Black 70 Port Kembla 20 Port Kembla 24 Port Kembla 4 Wests Blue 69 Dapto Blue 67
University Red 63
Helensburgh 63
Corrimal Green 58 Wests Red 56 Nth Districts Sky 51 Wollongong 46 Corrimal White 43 Corrimal Red 22
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1st Grade Minor Premiership (Reg Wilton Shield) Corrimal
Semi-finals (12 & 13 March)
North Dalton Umpires: David Cullen & Neil Findlay Toss won by: Corrimal Balgownie (9/309 cc) R Fisher 118, A Berwick 110, J McDevitt 4/57, X McDevitt 2/100 def Corrimal (176) J Dillon 46, J McDevitt 42, K Trindall 27
Figtree 1 Umpires: Franco Ciocci & Peter Ferguson Toss won by: Helensburgh Helensburgh (174) N Marciante 46, M McCrae 27, S Bunting 26, T Coleman 4/52 def by Keira (5/178) M Johnston 49*, N Honavar 45*, A Hickson 42, S Bunting 2/20
1st Grade Premiers (Copas-Mintorn Shield & Joint Coal Board Cup) Balgownie
North Dalton (19 & 20 March) Toss won by: Balgownie Keira (8/196 cc) D D'Souza 103*, M Luskan 47, J Bunyan 3/40, J Fleming 2/68 def by Balgownie (0/201) D Murphy 138*, L McGregor 60* Umpires David Cullen & Neil Findlay Player of Final David Murphy (Balgownie)
Batting Average (minimum 300 runs, 6 games)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Murphy, David Balgownie 7 7 2 138* 361 72.20 2 Laws, Tim Wollongong 7 7 2 110 348 69.60 3 McCrae, Hayden J Helensburgh 11 11 2 124* 543 60.33
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Bowling Average (minimum 25 wickets, 6 games)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Bunyan, Jason K Balgownie 11 125 34 308 27 8/22 11.41 2 Crowe, Murray P University 9 122.4 22 431 26 5/49 16.58 3 Coleman, Troy Keira 10 166.2 30 473 28 4/34 16.89 4 Oborn-Corby, Oscar J Wests Illawarra 10 135.1 22 498 28 4/31 17.79 5 Cram, Matthew K Wests Illawarra 10 144 24 513 28 5/48 18.32 6 Honavar, Neel Keira 10 165.4 37 537 25 5/20 21.48
Batting Aggregate (Non-finals only)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn No HS Runs Ave. 1 Page, Andrew University 9 10 0 164 559 55.90 2 McCrae, Hayden J Helensburgh 10 10 2 124* 542 67.75 3 Salakas, Matthew P Northern Districts 10 11 0 122 482 43.82 4 Berwick, Adam Balgownie 10 12 1 138 370 33.64 5 McGregor, Luke Balgownie 10 12 0 82 354 29.50 6 Laws, Tim Wollongong 7 7 2 110 348 69.60 7 Thompson, Oliver E Wests Illawarra 11 16 3 43* 335 25.77 8 Chappell, James P University 11 12 0 107 329 27.42 9 Hood, Craig S Wests Illawarra 9 13 2 71 323 29.36
Bowling Aggregate (Non-finals only)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Oborn-Corby, Oscar J Wests Illawarra 10 135.1 22 498 28 4/31 17.79 2 Cram, Matthew K Wests Illawarra 10 144 24 513 28 5/48 18.32 3 Crowe, Murray P University 9 122.4 22 431 26 5/49 16.58 4 Bunyan, Jason K Balgownie 9 109 30 268 24 8/22 11.17 5 Coleman, Troy Keira 8 124.3 21 356 24 4/34 14.83 6 Honavar, Neel Keira 8 143.4 34 460 24 5/20 19.17
Wicket Keeping Aggregate (George Coulton Trophy) (Non-finals only)
Rank Player Club Mts Cts Sts Agg. 1 McDevitt, Thomas B Corrimal 7 13 7 20 2 Page, Andrew University 9 17 2 19 3 Potts, David T Wests Illawarra 11 15 1 16 4 Luskan, Martin Keira 4 14 2 16 5 Brown, Matthew Dapto 9 10 5 15 6 Brancato, Justin Northern Districts 10 12 1 13 7 Murphy, Jacob Keira 9 12 0 12 8 Morris, Ryan J Helensburgh 8 8 2 10
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Semi-finals (12 & 13 March)
Keira Village Umpires: John Cauduro & Brian Druery Toss won by: Keira Keira (200) N Theodossiadis 71, M Stark 41, D Crane 40* S Irish 4/50 def University (174) J Ramsay 36, G Lee 32 J Pirie 4/33, D McMahon 3/30, D Crane 3/37
Hollymount – East Umpires: Chris Adams Toss won by: Northern Districts Northern Districts (112) S Prior 65 K Trebel 4/26, G Harper 3/29, LP Smith 2/19 and (1/32) def Corrimal (91) S Bond 7/21
2nd Grade Premiers (Chapman Shield & Joint Coal Board Cup) Northern Districts
Figtree 1 (19 & 20 March) Toss won by: Northern Districts Northern Districts (129) G Sismey 40, M Scavarelli 3/32 and (6/113) R Marsh 34*, M Cottom 33, J Dobinson 2/21 Keira (102) T Nunn 32, G Sismey 5/41, S Bond 2/40 Umpires Franco Ciocci & Peter Ferguson Player of Final Graeme Sismey (Northern Districts)
Batting Average (minimum 300 runs, 6 games)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Theodossiadis, Nicholas Keira 10 9 3 90 367 61.17 2 Welsh, Jason B Wollongong 10 11 1 96 488 48.80
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Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Bond, Stephen Northern Districts 9 168.5 55 307 35 7/21 8.77 2 Forshaw, Matthew J Helensburgh 8 118 28 292 26 8/17 11.23 3 Brady, Lachlan Helensburgh 9 138.1 32 356 31 7/25 11.48 4 Sismey, Graeme W Northern Districts 11 183.5 64 352 30 5/26 11.73 5 Turton-Peet, Alexander J Wests Illawarra 9 145.5 44 370 26 4/14 14.23
Third Grade Competition
Semi-finals (12 March)
King George V Umpires: Rod Porter Toss won by: Corrimal Corrimal (176) J Trindall 64, D Williams 42, J McCarthy-Sellings 32*, P Murphy 3/42, M Doig 2/27 def Wests Illawarra (116) P Gunn 37, U Jaque 25, J Yeaman 4/6, T Dutton 3/17, D Williams 2/25
University 1 Umpires: John Walker Toss won by: Keira Keira (170) C Moore 58, D Morris 3/12, D Henderson 3/23 def University (119) M Millar 44, P Somerville 25, P Davis 4/36, K Horsley 2/15, P Sirohi 2/30
3rd Grade Premiers (Bayly-Westwood Shield) Keira
Keira Village (19 March) Toss won by: Corrimal Corrimal (71) H Fisher 4/19, P Davis 2/13 Keira (3/77) C Hamer 42 Umpires Chris Adams & Brian Druery Player of Final Harry Fisher (Keira)
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Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Moore, Christopher Keira 11 9 4 80* 312 62.40 2 Jaque, Ulises R Wests Illawarra 11 10 3 86 428 61.14 3 Heffernan, Gregory T Helensburgh 11 8 1 151* 375 53.57 4 Brailey, Peter Keira 13 12 3 78 396 44.00 5 Somerville, Peter University 14 12 1 117 423 38.45 6 Hamer, Chris Keira 12 12 0 73 393 32.75
Bowling Average (minimum 25 wickets, 8 games)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Lomman, James P Helensburgh 11 67.1 11 241 30 5/28 8.03 2 Rooney, Matt Northern Districts 14 115.5 34 229 28 3/9 8.18 3 Hassan, Dawood Wests Illawarra 13 111 23 245 27 5/16 9.07 4 Head, Peter L Corrimal 16 137.5 42 319 32 7/14 9.97 5 Murphy, Peter J Wests Illawarra 14 121.4 18 371 27 3/9 13.74
Fourth Grade Competition
Qualifying Finals (12 March)
Dalton – North Umpire: Barry Moir Toss won by: Keira Gold Keira Gold (75) A McGrath 4/7 D Wilmott 2/2 G Flack 2/24 def by Dapto Gold (3/77) M Webster 2/27
Hollymount – West Umpire: Darryl Hampson Toss won by: Northern Districts Gold Northern Districts Gold (6/184 cc) B Rutledge 88*, C Doyle 39 def Northern Districts Blue (62) C Doyle 4/6, M Treffone 3/15
Dalton – South Umpire: Charles Brockley Toss won by: Balgownie University White (75) D Kampers 34, B Leonard 4/12, M Benn 4/23 def by Balgownie (5/77) TM Kime 2/12
Dalton – Middle Umpire: Evan Lane Toss won by: University Blue University Blue (168) V Kosiak 47, A O'Neill 34, P Constable 3/33, A Strudwick 2/21, J Edwards 2/35 tied Keira Red (168) J Edwards 50, C Nanasi 40, P Constable 33, B Reid 3/17 A O'Neill 2/9 A Thorne 2/30
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Semi-finals (13 March)
Dalton – South Umpires: Charles Brockley & Darryl Hampson Toss won by: Dapto Gold Dapto Gold (9/183 cc) S Brown 92, G Flack 28, M Franklin 4/40, B Leonard 3/24 def Balgownie (66) M Cuttill 4/6 T Berger 4/6
Dalton – North Umpires: Evan Lane & Barry Moir Toss won by: University Blue University Blue (7/167 cc) D Russell 42, B Reid 42, P Armstrong 2/11, C Doyle 2/29, R Sweeney 2/35 def Northern Districts Gold (115) S Plumridge 38, R Sweeney 32, A Thorne 3/25, S Rosete 2/23, A Senevirathne 2/23
4th Grade Premiers (Rodwell-Ring Trophy) Dapto Gold
Figtree 2 (19 March) Toss won by: University Blue University Blue (69) A McGrath 4/12, S Brown 2/8, M Cuttill 2/12 Dapto Gold (4/70) S Brown 37*, B Reid 2/27 Umpires Rod Porter & Denis Veronese Player of Final Steve Brown (Dapto Gold)
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Rank Player Club Mts Inn No HS Runs Ave. 1 Davidson, Todd G Northern Districts 13 12 5 76* 440 62.86 2 David, Geoff Keira 9 9 2 119 396 56.57 3 Reid, Bill University 15 14 3 140* 588 53.45 4 Everett, Richard Keira 12 11 4 79* 372 53.14 5 Lucas, William P Wests Illawarra 12 12 2 95 487 48.70 6 Leonard, Brett Balgownie 16 16 4 113* 575 47.92 7 Nio, Repa Wollongong 14 14 2 121* 547 45.58 8 O'Brien, Peter Keira 13 12 3 96 407 45.22 9 Brown, Stephen Dapto 13 11 2 92 398 44.22 10 Morris, Brett Helensburgh 15 12 3 108* 356 39.56 11 Low, David D University 13 12 0 107 448 37.33 12 Le Febvre, Robert Northern Districts 14 14 1 87 484 37.23 13 Russell, David J University 17 17 2 97 557 37.13 14 Parkes, Chris Keira 12 12 1 83 395 35.91 15 Davis, Michael Northern Districts 12 10 0 95 350 35.00 16 Opo, Nawauwi S Wollongong 13 12 2 69 348 34.80 17 Flack, Greg Dapto 14 12 2 88 345 34.50 18 Stark, Scott Keira 13 11 1 82 309 30.90 19 Clark, Andrew University 16 16 0 108 416 26.00 20 Tiere, Ross R Corrimal 15 14 2 58 305 25.42
Bowling Average (minimum 25 wickets, 8 games)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Cuttill, Mede Dapto 14 106.4 31 220 25 5/24 8.80 2 McGrath, Aaron Dapto 13 103.5 22 249 26 4/7 9.58 3 Thorne, Andrew University 15 123 23 336 29 5/30 11.59 4 Morris, Brett Helensburgh 15 118.3 16 361 30 6/21 12.03 5 Edwards, Jesse Keira 16 119.1 21 351 29 5/21 12.10 6 Leonard, Bailie Balgownie 17 106.3 12 333 25 4/12 13.32
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 63 LOCAL JUNIOR COMPETITION This was a very satisfying season in local Junior Cricket from an Administration viewpoint. Playing numbers were up, washouts were down, committee meetings were well attended, disciplinary matters and scoring disputes were not as time consuming as in recent seasons.
The 2015/16 season saw 63 Illawarra club teams entered for Saturday morning competitions. An increase of 15% over the previous season. Individual player numbers increased from 660 to 763 confirming the 15% increase. But if we also include the Milo in2CRICKET and Milo T20 Blast programs the numbers went from 841 to 1100 – an increase of 30%. I take this as a clear message that the Big Bash (and now the WBBL as well) are bringing in more young kids to our sport. Our big challenge as individual clubs and as an Association we need to plan ahead to cope with these numbers and to ensure that we have an attractive product to offer which keeps as many in the game for as long as we can. Providing options is a big part of this – both continuing to offer a format that brought them to the sport and also providing a competitive development pathway for those who gravitate to the longer format of the game.
Despite some positive signs in the off-season from South Coast in regard to resuming a Combined Comp in the older Age Groups they ultimately chose not to.
The University club were unable to recruit enough players to enter a team in any Age Group so their 5 season long participation in the junior competition has been interrupted.
Last season’s initiative of a Pre-Season Cup was not repeated and we returned to Gala Days being held in the respective Age Groups. The introduction to Hardball cricket stage was revamped this season. What was previously the Under 10 competition became Junior Blast (also known as Junior Hardball). Its upper age limit was relaxed and whilst match scores were recorded on the day League Tables were not maintained. Initial scepticism was thankfully replaced by positive feedback once the season got under way. Many Thanks to the trail-blazing coaches who attended the pre-season meeting, embraced the concept and provided the atmosphere for these new players to get to grips with cricket.
Following the termination of the major sponsorship of the state-wide Weet-Bix Mid-Week T20 Cup that competition was not held this season. A replacement version organised by Cricket NSW and aligned with the Sydney Sixers did not attract enough entries across 4 Associations to be considered viable so we hurriedly arranged a Mid-Week Nines within our own Association. 4 x U16 sides, 8 x U14 sides and 8 x U12 sides took part playing for 4 weeks in November 2015 and 4 weeks in February 2016. Feedback was very positive and we look forward to continuing this format again next season.
The Thirroul Junior Cricket Club formerly changed their name to Northern Districts during the off-season. Despite relinquishing the Club Championship they had a fantastic season entering a record 14 teams, with their U14A team winning both the Premiership and the Gala Day. Wests Illawarra also had a strong presence playing numbers wise entering 12 teams. These 2 clubs are the only ones to have increased their playing numbers when comparing 2015/16 to the halcyon days of season 2009/10 which saw 71 teams entered by Illawarra clubs. They must be doing something right.
5 clubs took out Age Group Major Premierships this season with Dapto (2) being the only multiple winner. Dapto’s 3 Minor Premierships helped them to win the Junior Cricket Club Championship for the first time since 1996/97. Keira had a fine season getting 4 teams to the Finals.
The Milo T20 Blast program had a big increase in playing numbers this season. There was a Northern Hub shared between Helensburgh and Northern Districts, and a Southern Hub involving the other 7 clubs. These programs were held on a Saturday morning to ensure format options for that stage were available – hopefully next season we’ll have enough numbers to run a mid-week program as well.
Cricket Illawarra Incorporated - Annual Report 2015-16 Page | 64 Special mention and many thanks to the junior competition sub-committee for their time, effort and support, and on a job well done, undertaking the vital committee roles:
Chair: Doug Murphy Secretary: Scott Sigmond Competition Manager: Sally Whitehouse Grounds Co-ordinator: Brian Whitehouse Results Manager & Publicity: Doug Murphy
Delegate to CI Management Committee: Martin King
Presentation Co-ordinator: Paul King
Club Delegates: BALGOWNIE – Brendan Cox CORRIMAL – Chris Cranny and David Wallace DAPTO – Richard Welsh and Scott Sigmond HELENSBURGH – Steve Morgan KEIRA – Diane Harland and Ian Duncan NORTHERN DISTRICTS – Pat Nolan PORT KEMBLA – Martin King and Mick Ralston WESTS ILLAWARRA – Paul King WOLLONGONG – Bernard Luby
Due to an early Easter the junior presentation was held on a Sunday afternoon in early April in the Master Builders Auditorium and was once again well attended. Congratulations to all the season competition and individual award winners. (A full list of winners later in the report).
Special thanks to:
The NMTG group (Brendan Birmingham) who continued their sponsorship of the Gala Days.
Michael Driscoll (Illawarra Mercury) for his continued support with the junior cricket stories and results regularly appearing in the weekly Junior Sport section of the paper especially under the changing circumstances of the Media industry.
Jeff Wearing and his colleagues at Wollongong Council for maintaining the playing facilities for the many hundreds of cricket player’s week in and week out.
Glenn Bridge and Michael Doig for facilitating the production of the CI on-line newsletter each week during the season.
Neale Benson for his knowledge, finance duties and many other behind the scenes assistance.
And finally to all club officials, players, coaches, managers, scorers, parents and anyone associated with junior cricket this season, thank you for the assistance in enabling junior persons to play cricket in the Illawarra region and let us all look forward to next season.
After 3 years of being Chair I am now stepping down, although I intend to stay involved on the sub-committee for another 12 months for continuity purposes and to concentrate on embedding the development and shorter format programs being offered.
Doug Murphy – Chairperson
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Team Player Team Player Corrimal Green Aaron Northey Northern Districts Blue Sam Hall Corrimal Red Keisha Baldwin Northern Districts White Kade Peace Dapto Hayden Harrison Port Kembla Will Noyce Helensburgh Callum McEnearney Wests Illawarra Blue Cameron Davidson Keira Black Hector James Wests Illawarra Red Alby Ferguson Keira Red Samuel Costi Wests Illawarra White Jake Petrovski
Gala Day Winners (New Millennium Trophies & Gifts Group)
Age Group Winner Finalist Under 10 Not Played Under 11 Keira Under 12 Corrimal Thunder Under 14 Northern Districts Dapto A Under 16 Not played
Mid-week Nines Ladders
Under 16 Pts Under 14 Pts Under 12 Pts Wests Galahs 22 Dapto Blue Baggers 28 Wests Dare Devils 25 Woll - South West Sydney 16 ND Big Hitters 22 Corrimal 25 ND Blasters 10 ND Master Blasters 22 Keira Nunnsters 22 Corrimal Cossies 10 Keira Thunder 16 ND Nollys 20 Wests Galahs 22 Wests Gunners 16 Keira Cattle Dogs 17 Woll - South West Sydney 16 Keira Scorchers 16 Wollongong 13 Corrimal 13 ND Airheads 10 Dapto Bondies 7 Port Kembla 7
Mid-week Nines Champions
Age Group Winner Finalist Under 12 Wests Dare Devils Corrimal Under 14 Dapto Blue Baggers ND Big Hitters Under 16 Wests Galahs Woll – South West Sydney
Premiership Competition Ladders
Club Championship Pts Dapto 790 Keira 754 Northern Districts 754 Wests Illawarra 601 Helensburgh 428 Wollongong 362 Corrimal 289 Balgownie 155 Port Kembla 65
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Under 14B Pts Under 12 Pts Under 11 Pts Dapto White 125 Keira 166 Wests Illawarra Red 232 Keira Red 111 Wests Illawarra Blue 133 Keira Black 208 Northern Districts Blue 111 Northern Districts White 132 Northern Districts Blue 184 Keira Black 95 Northern Districts Red 120 Helensburgh 178 Northern Districts White 84 Corrimal 116 Wollongong 148 Helensburgh 78 Dapto 116 Wests Illawarra Blue 148 Wests Illawarra Red 72 Wollongong 84 Dapto 148 Wests Illawarra Blue 57 Wests Illawarra Red 72 Keira Red 142 Wollongong 48 Port Kembla 65 Wests Illawarra White 124 Dapto Blue 34 Helensburgh 51 Northern Districts Red 100 Northern Districts Blue 41 Northern Districts White 88 Balgownie White 88 Northern Districts Green 64 Balgownie Black 52
Premierships
Age Group Premiers Finalist Award Under 10 No competition IDJCA Trophy Under 11 Wests Illawarra Red Keira Black Ewin-Williams Trophy Under 12 Keira Northern Districts White Wyn Caldwell Shield Under 14B Dapto White Keira Red IDJCA Trophy Under 14A Northern Districts Dapto Umpires Shield Under 16B Wollongong Corrimal Illawarra Coaches Trophy Under 16A Dapto Keira Bill Mintorn Shield Club Championship Northern Districts Terry Orvad Trophy
Batting & Bowling Averages
Under 11
Batting Average (minimum 150 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Needham, Oliver Keira 15 15 13 51* 322 161.00 2 Roberts, Ryan Keira 15 15 13 31* 200 100.00 3 O'Donnell, Hunter M Dapto 16 14 11 24* 187 62.33 4 King, Noah J Wests Illawarra 18 18 13 33* 273 54.60 5 Abela, Bailey J Wests Illawarra 18 18 12 46 310 51.67 6 Milsom, Callum Keira 15 15 9 47* 239 39.83 7 Giustiniani, Thomas Z Wollongong 17 15 10 33* 186 37.20 8 Read, Kevin A Helensburgh 13 13 6 72* 252 36.00 9 Rae, Oscar P Northern Districts 17 17 10 31* 251 35.86 10 Jensen, Cooper Dapto 16 14 8 31* 191 31.83 11 Rae, Cooper N Helensburgh 14 12 6 47* 182 30.33 12 O'Neill, Cooper J Helensburgh 15 14 6 30* 217 27.13 13 Campbell, Angus B Northern Districts 17 17 7 33* 269 26.90 14 Marning, Matthew Keira 18 18 9 31 211 23.44 15 Rodwell, Toby Keira 16 16 5 41* 253 23.00
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Bowling Average (minimum 15 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Roberts, Ryan Keira 15 49.4 1 79 20 3/7 3.95 2 Parkinson, Oskar J Wests Illawarra 18 36 4 107 17 2/0 6.29 3 Kay, Ryan J Wests Illawarra 18 44 4 116 17 3/5 6.82 4 O'Donnell, Hunter M Dapto 16 58 14 126 17 4/3 7.41 5 O'Neill, Cooper J Helensburgh 15 44.1 1 120 15 3/0 8.00 6 Welsh, Cameron Balgownie 16 59 7 189 16 2/4 11.81
Under 12
Batting Average (minimum 175 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Cattle, Rhys Keira 12 11 5 73 429 71.50 2 Magennis, Andy N Dapto 10 11 6 75* 352 70.40 3 Price, Cody Corrimal 10 10 4 78* 339 56.50 4 Morrison, Ben I Wests Illawarra 8 9 4 66* 278 55.60 5 Mahe, Viliami Corrimal 9 9 5 56* 190 47.50 6 LEADBITTER, Bailey J Northern Districts 12 12 4 76* 352 44.00 7 Ward, Cooper D Wests Illawarra 9 10 3 75* 279 39.86 8 Nolan, Joel Northern Districts 12 13 2 92 419 38.09 9 Arthur, Michael A Wests Illawarra 8 9 2 75* 263 37.57 10 Cecil, Callum Keira 12 11 5 47 217 36.17 11 Fien, Brodey Northern Districts 10 11 3 77 280 35.00 12 Ruddock, Nate Corrimal 10 10 3 78* 217 31.00 13 Tully, Michael Port Kembla 9 11 4 55 217 31.00 14 Williams, Thomas M Northern Districts 12 12 2 62 295 29.50 15 Hodgson, Riley Northern Districts 10 8 1 73 177 25.29 16 Cassidy, Tex J Dapto 10 11 2 42 209 23.22 17 Needham, Benjamin Keira 12 12 2 73* 231 23.10 18 Westbrook, Jonty N Northern Districts 10 15 3 41* 246 20.50 19 Strange, Victor M Northern Districts 12 12 2 76* 195 19.50 20 Hoy, William J Helensburgh 9 11 1 54 190 19.00 21 Jennepalli, Lalith C Wests Illawarra 11 12 1 52 197 17.91 22 Mouawad, Michael Northern Districts 11 12 1 48 186 16.91
Bowling Average (minimum 15 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Magennis, Andy N Dapto 10 45 12 96 18 34 5.33 2 Nunn, Ky Keira 12 63.4 17 113 19 4/0 5.95 3 Hoy, William J Helensburgh 9 35.4 4 107 17 3/6 6.29 4 Clifford, Jonty T Wests Illawarra 11 52.4 4 103 16 3/6 6.44 5 Needham, Benjamin Keira 12 55.1 9 158 19 4/4 8.32 6 Empson, Ryan L Northern Districts 12 65.2 15 165 18 4/11 9.17 7 Hodgson, Riley Northern Districts 10 51.1 6 159 15 4/18 10.60
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Batting Average (minimum 200 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Mott, Thomas P Helensburgh 9 8 1 84 209 29.86 2 Riolo, Max Keira 10 12 2 81 265 26.50 3 Taylor, Maxwell Keira 10 13 3 56* 249 24.90 4 Burnett, Oliver Keira 11 13 4 90* 223 24.78 5 McIlvain-Burns, Macpherson Dapto 10 10 1 44 218 24.22 6 Doig, Liam A Wests Illawarra 8 12 2 78 223 22.30 7 Harper, Angus P Wests Illawarra 9 12 1 81* 234 21.27 8 Greenhalgh, Madison E Dapto 11 12 1 65 200 18.18
Bowling Average (minimum 16 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Donovan, Louis F Northern Districts 10 66.1 26 85 23 5/4 3.70 2 Riolo, Max Keira 10 69.2 23 104 23 5/1 4.52 3 Kelly, Blake N Dapto 10 60 19 104 21 3/1 4.95 4 Phillips, Tomas Wollongong 9 42 14 91 16 4/17 5.69 5 Jeffery, Thomas Keira 10 66.4 14 129 21 4/4 6.14 6 Taylor, Maxwell Keira 10 78.2 28 125 17 2/4 7.35 7 Plumridge, Isaac Northern Districts 10 53.3 9 128 16 6/11 8.00
Under 14A
Batting Average (minimum 200 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Zahra-Smith, Jayden G Dapto 14 13 3 72* 395 39.50 2 Kohen, Ethan Wollongong 13 14 4 101* 354 35.40 3 Cook, Aidan Northern Districts 14 10 4 66 202 33.67 4 Gervaise, Liam Corrimal 12 14 3 63* 351 31.91 5 Silcox, Brandon Keira 13 12 1 44 261 23.73 6 Hobson, Samuel G Northern Districts 14 12 1 68 245 22.27 7 Constable, Liam Keira 13 13 3 53 219 21.90 8 Ridley, Preston Dapto 13 11 1 46 204 20.40 9 Chard, Ryan M Wests Illawarra 12 14 1 47 229 17.62
Bowling Average (minimum 18 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Bostock, Khy Dapto 13 58 13 97 19 4/3 5.11 2 Conte, Samuel Keira 13 83.4 18 193 23 5/17 8.39 3 Patison, Flynn Northern Districts 14 61.4 10 174 20 4/4 8.70 4 Gibbs, Luca G Northern Districts 14 81 19 187 21 39 8.90 5 Darcy, Levi j Wollongong 13 74 14 190 19 5/21 10.00
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Batting Average (minimum 200 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Parker, Daniel A Dapto 13 12 4 100* 528 66.00 2 Read, Daniel R Helensburgh 13 9 3 81 349 58.17 3 Manwarring, Lachlan Corrimal 13 10 2 69* 367 45.88 4 Loves, Ethan S Northern Districts 12 12 2 78 379 37.90 5 Kroes, Ty T Wollongong 13 13 3 81 362 36.20 6 Welsh, Hayden K Wollongong 12 11 1 79 348 34.80 7 Sheppard, Jake Wollongong 12 12 2 62* 297 29.70 8 Kocatekin, Henry K Northern Districts 8 9 0 78 242 26.89 9 Trebel, Nathan Corrimal 13 11 1 43 211 21.10 10 Sigmond, Benjamin L Dapto 13 13 1 54* 229 19.08
Bowling Average (minimum 18 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Raja, Sooraj Dapto 13 75.3 18 214 20 5/11 10.70
Under 16A
Batting Average (minimum 250 runs)
Rank Player Club Mts Inn NO HS Runs Ave. 1 Calder, Matthew J Wests Illawarra 9 9 4 153* 487 97.40 2 Rees, Patrick P Northern Districts 10 9 2 101* 418 59.71 3 Nunn, Tane Keira 9 8 1 75* 381 54.43 4 Smith, Caelan Keira 9 8 0 89 334 41.75 5 Castles, Ryan L Dapto 12 9 2 75* 275 39.29 6 Mikleus, Liam A Wests Illawarra 9 9 2 101* 253 36.14 7 Magennis, Harry C Dapto 12 11 2 83 286 31.78 8 Phillips, Jye B Dapto 11 10 1 80 270 30.00
Bowling Average (minimum 18 wickets)
Rank Player Club Mts Ovr Mdn Runs Wkts BBI Ave. 1 Stojanovski, James K Dapto 12 62.3 8 172 19 4/16 9.05
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Age Group Player Details Under 11 Oliver Needham 322 runs @ 161.00 (HS 51*) (Keira Red) 13 wickets @ 7.50 (BB 2/5) IJCA Trophy 10 catches, 5 run outs
Under 12 Rhys Cattle 429 runs @ 71.50 (HS 73*) (Keira) 13 wickets @ 12.00 (BB 3/5) Ted Masters Trophy 10 catches, 5 run outs
Under 14 Samuel Conte 159 runs @ 17.70 (HS 39*) (Keira) 23 wickets @ 8.40 (BB 5/17) Arthur Couper Trophy 5 catches
Under 16 Pat Rees 418 runs @ 59.70 (HS 101*) (Northern Districts) 10 wickets @ 18.00 (BB 2/16) Jim Duffy Memorial Trophy 9 catches
Junior Cricketer of Year Matt Calder U16 – Club (Wests Illawarra) 487 runs @ 97.40 (HS 153*) Ron Thompson Memorial Trophy 4 wickets @ 29.00 (BB 3/26) 3 catches, 1 run out
U16 – CS Watson Shield 220 runs @ 44.00 (HS 71) 16 wickets @ 10.10 (BB 5/26) 4 catches, 2 run outs
U16 Bradman Cup 27 runs @ 9.00 (HS 27) 7 wickets @ 14.10 (BB 4/10)
END OF REPORT
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