V.C.A. Umpires & Scorers’ Association

107th Annual Report, 2013

1906 – 2013 107th Annual Report

For presentation to members at the 107th Annual General Meeting 20 August, 2013

Mr T. Finlayson President Season 2012–13

VCA Umpires and Scorers’ Association Inc. Incorporated in Victoria, Registered Number A0009407F Contents Section A: Reports President’s Report...... 5 Secretary’s Report...... 8 Treasurer’s Report...... 9 Financial Statements...... 10 Badges and Accessories...... 14 Annual Election...... 15 Social Report...... 16 Miscellaneous Appointments...... 17 Law 43...... 18 Website...... 19 Victoria Umpiring Manager...... 20 Umpires’ Advisers...... 23 Congratulations...... 24 New Zealand Exchange...... 26 Members’ Milestones...... 37 Easter in Adelaide...... 41 Crockett Shield SACUSA v VCAUSA Match Scorecard...... 44 2013 Easter...... 46 2013 Annual Dinner and Presentation Night...... 47 2013 Annual Award Winners...... 48 Vale: Ian McGregor Stuart (4.9.1924 – 13.2.2013)...... 50 Section B: Records Life Members...... 54 Presidents...... 55 Annual Awards...... 56 Committees of Management...... 60 Victorian Test Umpires...... 62 Victorian First Class Umpires...... 63 Cricket Victoria 200 Club...... 66 Senior Level Appointments: 2012-13...... 67 Cricket Victoria Finals Umpires...... 68 Cricket Victoria Finals Scorers...... 70 Exchange...... 71 R.M. (Bob) Crockett Shield...... 73 Results of matches...... 74 VCAUSA Crockett Shield Records...... 75 The Ian McGregor Medal...... 78 The Keith C Butler Trophy...... 78 Senior Careers Summary...... 79 Cricket Victoria Careers Summary...... 80 VCAUSA Membership 2012–13...... 85

2 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Annual General Meeting: Agenda

20 August 2013, 7.30pm Delegates Room, Cricket Victoria, 86 Jolimont Street, Jolimont

1. Welcome – President, Mr T Finlayson

2. Apologies

3. Confirmation of the Minutes of the 106th Annual General Meeting held on 17 July, 2012

4. 107th Annual Report – President

5. Financial Statements (incorporated in 107th Annual Report) i. Presentation – Treasurer, Mr G Schembri ii. Auditors’ Report – Hon. Auditor, Mr M Gunn

6. Acceptance of 107th Annual Report (incorporating Financial Statements)

7. Special General Business – motion to adopt a new set of Rules of Incorporation

8. Subscriptions, Honoraria and Allowances i. Proposal – Treasurer ii. Acceptance of Subscriptions, Honoraria and Allowances

9. Election: Declaration of the Poll – Returning Officer, Mr C Andrews

10. Appointment of Honorary Auditors – President

11. Installation of new Office Bearers and Committee

12. Special General Business – address by incoming CV Umpiring Manager

13. Statement by President for 2013–14

14. Meeting Close

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 3 Administration

Committee of Management President Trevor Finlayson Vice-Presidents Bill Ellemor Tony Ventura Secretary Dan Bomford Treasurer Gerry Schembri Committee Member Luke Edwards

Social Committee Social Organiser John Collins

Other Office Bearers Appointments Officer Darrell Holt Badges and Accessories Controller Glenn Cumming Honorary Auditor Malcolm Gunn Lecture Organiser Bill Ellemor

Electoral Officers Returning Officer Cyril Andrews Scrutineers Ralph Francione Peter Smith

Coordinator Law 43 Editor Phillip Shanahan

4 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Section A: Reports

President’s Report

For season 2012–13 another format was trialled in Premier five Associates, five scorer members and 17 non-panel Cricket in order to accommodate all forms of the game Life Members. But having said this word “reasonable”, it at this level—one- and two-day fixtures as well as T20. would be great to see certain members of the CV Panel Fortunately, the season was not as interrupted by rain as as members of the Association. While I may be biased, had been the case in the previous couple of seasons. Only I do feel that membership of the Association certainly one weekend was cancelled for some grades, on account of enriches the experience of being an umpire in Premier wet weather, but, for the most part, this interruption to the Cricket. The relatively small number of Premier Scorers fixtures was corrected with a reserve day in late November. who choose to be members of the Association and, indeed, The format for fixtures had been chosen in order to fit what this Association might do for scorer members, in with the “Big Bash” tournament for remain as issues which are regularly discussed within those few Premier players involved in this tournament, so the Committee of Management. But the fact that we have that the Premier Big Bash rounds were completed by the been unable to fill the one Committee of Management time the national tournament commenced. This meant position designated in our Rules of Association as “a that for Premier Firsts teams there were six T20 rounds scorer member” for this past season, is a measure of (two rounds being twilight games) but for the rest only the problem. It is a clear fact that scorers are, first and four. The first two of these for Premier Firsts formed the foremost, members of “their club” and not members of annual “Country Fixtures” which for this season were a “panel of CV scorers”. played at country venues in November. Throughout the year between Annual General Meetings, Whether or not this is the ideal format for Premier Cricket the Committee of Management has met on eight occasions. remains to be seen. But from some of the comments No General Meetings have been held although the full I heard around the Clubs during this last season, the membership was invited to attend the December 2012 hope is that the format of fixtures can remain in place Training and Development (T&D) Meeting for the for the coming season, given the regular changes to the CV Umpiring Panel. It was pleasing to see some members fixture format in recent years. not on the Panel accept this invitation. At each of these CV T&D Meetings, there has been an opportunity for Membership of the Association for this season has been an input of VCAUSA Business and on one occasion reasonable with 55 of the Cricket Victoria (CV) Umpiring (2nd October 2012) an aspect of Training, which took Panel of 107 (as named in the CV Umpires’ Manual), the form of a Quiz on One-Day Rules, was the work of signing on for full membership. But admittedly, some of the VCAUSA. Bill Ellemor and Dan Bomford are to be those named in this list are not umpiring regularly but thanked for this input. are there as a Supplementary Panel in order perhaps to fill in for rounds when appointments could be difficult There has been just one meeting of the CV Umpires’ on account of absences on account of appointments to Liaison Committee held during the past season (in representative and/or State cricket. Added to this full October) and I attended this on behalf of the Association. membership on the part of CV Panel members, there were A VCAUSA initiative raised at this meeting, namely the

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 5 coordination and collection of surplus umpiring uniform, Cirque Du Soleil under “The Big Top” at Docklands, in was eventually acted upon both during the Boxing Day February, were both thoroughly enjoyed by those who Test and towards the end of the Season. Overall, several attended. The Annual Dinner and Presentation Night bags of clothing and some cricket equipment were was again held at the Veneto Club in Bulleen. The guest collected at my own home and delivered to a volunteer speaker, Mick O’Sullivan, was known to many present carrier who had become responsible for the collection of from both his playing and his coaching input to Premier such clothing and equipment and its distribution within Cricket over several seasons. A Golf Day organised at the Southern Pacific Region. Royal by Gerry Schembri, was thoroughly The most significant business which occupied the enjoyed by those members who attended. CoM for much of this past season was the Biennial Congratulations to all umpires chosen for finals and, in Easter Event, hosted during Easter 2013 by the South particular, I should congratulate the Medal Winners Australian Association (SACUSA). Elsewhere in this for 2012–13: Annual Report you will find a full report on this event. Tony Ward The 1st XI Award While, regrettably, I am unable to report to you that we returned to Victoria “bearing silverware”, it was Stephen Brne The Dave Elder 2nd XI Award nevertheless a most enjoyable Easter Event for all those Adam Hawking The Ron Wright 3rd XI Award involved. I must express my sincere thanks, particularly Craig Hill The Andy Barlow 4th XI Award to Gerry and Sylvie Schembri who worked “at the coalface” in the organisation of the weekend, from the Victorian This season the Cameron Medal for Scorer of the Year, perspective. Specifically in regards to the Crockett Shield was awarded to James Higgs of the , Match, may I express a sincere thanks to those who trained who also was recognised for achieving the significant and played, commiserations to first-time , Alan milestone of having scored for 400 Premier and other McCarthy, and a particular thanks to Tony Ventura for his representative matches by the end of the season. In regards organisation of both the practise matches and the training to the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award for 2012–13, sessions in the weeks and months prior to Easter 2013. I confess that I remained convinced I knew the name of the recipient (having been deceived by two Committee The annual umpiring exchange with the Auckland and colleagues) for all but the last couple of sentences of the Canterbury & District Associations took place again, citation read out by Robin Bailhache prior to presenting with Jayath Batuwangela visiting from Auckland and me with the Shield which bears his name. Like the David Reid from Christchurch, both being here during previous winner, I felt an immediate sense of humility the Victorian Country Week Carnival in February. to be joining the elite company of the previous Robin From Victoria, Malcolm Gunn visited Christchurch in Bailhache Commitment Award recipients. December 2013 and travelled to Auckland during early April 2013. Elsewhere in this Annual Report, I should also extend congratulations to Eric Kelly on his you may read detailed reports on some of this annual CV Umpiring Recognition Award for Season 2012–13, exchange. presented at the Annual CV Gala Night held at Docklands in May. Our Social Convenor, John Collins, most efficiently supported by Suzanne, has provided an excellent series of As has now become our practice, milestone certificates events throughout this past year and my sincere thanks were presented at the CV T&D Meeting closest to the to both for their dedicated input to the Association. milestone achievement. Nevertheless, may I express The Cup Day BBQ, serving as both a welcome to new sincere congratulations for the achievement of significant members and their families and to enable older members milestones to the following: and families to socialise while spending some money 300 Premier matches to Geoff Joshua and Graeme on “The Race that Stops the Nation”, was again held at Lloyd, 150 matches to Dean Jones and 100 Premier the . Two theatre nights, to 42nd matches to Gerry Schembri and Dale Ireland, in Street at the Whitehorse Centre in November and to October 2012;

6 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 250 Premier matches to Chris Allan and 150 Premier I must acknowledge the support which we have received matches to Sam Sciacca, in November 2012; from Bob Parry throughout his five-year term as CV Umpiring Manager. I wish him well for his new 200 Premier matches to Chris James and 100 matches appointment with Cricket Australia. to James Watson in December 2012; Your Management Committee of volunteers has worked 200 Premier matches to Graham Slater in January diligently in running the Association throughout this past 2013; and season and I commend each one of them for their efforts. 350 Premier matches to John Collins and 200 to Dan Bomford’s input as Secretary and Gerry Schembri’s as Vincent McKernan by the end of the season. (I confess Treasurer cannot be faulted. I have already mentioned the that I also registered for 150 Premier matches in specific inputs of Tony Ventura and Bill Ellemor, in their January 2013.) capacities as Vice Presidents. Luke Edwards successfully Long-serving Life Member Ian Stuart sadly passed away found his way around the “mysteries” of our website (now in February. As expected, there was a large turn-out of http://vcausa.vic.cricket.com.au) to the extent that he, umpires and cricket officials (including one representative himself, now has the “Administrative Management” of of SACUSA, Max Bartlett) at a Service of Celebration and our website and I commend it to you all for information Thanksgiving for his life, held at the High Street Road on our Association. Having now completed a record of Uniting Church on Monday, 4th March. A tribute to Ian five consecutive seasons as your President, I feel most Stuart prepared by one of his SACUSA friends, Peter strongly that it is time for a change. I am most grateful Weddell, was published in the March issue of Law 43 and for the support I have received throughout this time both I also refer you to an article on Ian Stuart’s life within this from those members who have served on the respective Annual Report, for which we are grateful to his son, Neil. Committees and from several other members. I am particularly thankful to my wife, Jill, for her ongoing Six issues of Law 43 have been published during the support personally and for happily providing a welcomed season. I must acknowledge the work of all involved in tea or coffee and “something to nibble” for all present, maintaining this output, especially Editor, Phil Shanahan, towards the end of each Committee of Management and Copy and Print Coordinator, Bill Ellemor. We are Meeting within the last few of these five years. I leave grateful to Cricket Victoria for continuing to print the the position with one very significant regret—that try as final form of the newsletter which is made available to I have done, I have failed to convince all panel members all panel members. One assumes that a lack of complaint that our Association is worth joining! I wish my successor from anyone concerning the contents of Law 43 is an the best of luck in this regard. indication that members like what is being printed on an approximately monthly basis throughout the season.

Trevor Finlayson

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 7 Secretary’s Report

Cricket Victoria welcomed new umpires panel members every event. Thanks also to Daryl Harper (supported by Kristen Beams, Nicholas Ferns, Sunil Goel, Neil Greelish, Maureen), Max O’Connell, and Kristen and Craig Thomas Ali Hassan, Craig Hill, Matthew Hoverd, Rodney Kerrison, for their involvement; and to those many partners for Trent McDonald, David Melzer, Adrian Piperno, Mark attending all events. SACUSA President Ed Branson made Robinson, Matthew Rogers and Glenn Schache—and the a noteworthy Easter comparison to an Italian wedding VCAUSA welcomes them, too. celebration rather than an Association event or even a My thanks to those members who have again supported reunion. Also noticeable was Julie Allan’s late appearance the Association well this year, attending a range of to breakfast on Easter Sunday morning. events (including many members and SACUSA’s Max My thanks to all Committee members and those who have Bartlett who attended Ian Stuart’s memorial farewell). had support roles during 12/13. Your support, professional Thanks and congratulations to John Collins (supported conduct, volunteer work and loyalty is greatly appreciated. by Suzanne) for arranging social events, and Gerry My thanks, too, to Bob Parry, Peter Binns, Daryl Cox Schembri (supported by Sylvie) for arranging our liaisons and other CV Management and staff for their support of with the SACUSA. Our relationship with the SACUSA the Association and our undertakings. For example, the has been strengthened during recent years because of production of Law 43 requires a range of involvement, not input and enthusiasm from both parties—and I thank least the final printing and distribution at CV T&D meetings. and congratulate those who want to see that relationship Thanks, too, to Peter Weddell for writing a special report develop. Gerry Schembri and Trevor Finlayson have been for our Law 43 March edition, and to Phil Shanahan and most active on the eastern side of the border. Trevor has Bill Ellemor for production. Thanks to members, colleagues, been a most enthusiastic proponent—and, similarly, a partners and NZ travellers who have contributed to this very active and passionate President (supported by Jill) Annual Report, and to Bill Ellemor (supported by Pam) for despite typical association challenges. Thank you for guidance, its production and lots more. several years of excellent leadership Trevor. A surprised Thanks to CV Management and Club Administrators recipient of our top award, the Bailhache Commitment for the professional courtesies extended to all umpires Award—but not surprisingly a deserved accolade! and scorers—and to Steve Wain for courtesies extended The Easter trip was most successful, with several new at CV T&D meetings. Victorian tourists, partners and some family members Well done to all achievers and milstoners including choosing to participate. My thanks to John Collins James Higgs (400 games and a deserved recipient of the (umpire), Trevor Finlayson (scorer), Ross Wilkinson prestigious Cameron Medal); Dorothy Bugg for officiating (drinks waiter), Chris Allan, Glenn Cumming, Peter in the Under 18 Female championships—four 50 overs Binns, Darrell Holt, Graeme Thies, Ray Isherwood, Tony matches and four T20 matches; and Mike Walsh upon Ventura, Alan McCarthy and Eric Kelly who assisted our his milestone of 50 years contribution to Essendon CC, Easter endeavours in various ways. Special thanks to all Victorian and Australian cricket, recognised by ECC in partners (like Robbie, Sue and Jill) and family members February 2013 with a Toast and Roast event. who participated in the Easter trip—to those from VCAUSA and SACUSA who shared hospitality, special event team My thanks to Bernadette for her support this year—again. secrets, photos and photo opportunities, and many laughs. Condolences to those who have lost family members and Special congratulations and thanks to SACUSA’s Lynton friends - to the Stuart Family on the passing of Ian, and and Caron Donisthorpe, and their SACUSA supporters. to Shaun Rodgers on the passing of his mother, June, an The level of SACUSA support and participation was notable, avid FECC supporter and Life Member. And similarly, especially involvement from Neil Dansie (SACUSA Patron) our condolences to all other colleagues and associates in and Neil Poulton (SACA Umpire Manager) who attended Cricket who have lost loved ones during this past year.

Dan Bomford

8 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Treasurer’s Report

I am pleased to present the financial statements for the there is no statutory requirement for audit, however the year ended 30th April 2013 on behalf of the committee Association’s current constitution requires an annual of management. audit to be conducted. I can advise that Mr Malcolm Gunn CPA, has attended to the audit of our books and For the year ended 30th April 2013, the VCAUSA recorded records for the 2010–11 and 2011–12 years and unqualified an operating deficit of $3,785. This negative financial audit reports have been issued for those years. Under the result was mainly as a result of subsidies paid to members Associations Incorporation Reform Act 2012, at least two and other costs associated with the Easter exchange visit members of the Committee of Management must now held in Adelaide. The cash balance of Association funds provide an annual statement to Consumer Affairs Victoria at the end of the financial year was $12,621 compared to regarding the financial position of the VCAUSA at the $17,591 at the same time last year. The Association also end of each financial year. In future and as a consequence increased its inventory following the purchase of 100 of these government reforms, members of the VCAUSA new ties at a direct cost of $2,200. will need to vote each year to decide whether an annual Membership subscriptions for the year totalled $6,930 audit is still required. compared with $6,550 in 2011–12. These membership The following pages contain the annual financial fees were received from 55 CV Panel umpires, five scorers statements for the VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association and five Associate members. Thanks to these financial Incorporated for the year ended 30th April 2013, members the VCAUSA was again able to conduct its comprising a Balance Sheet and Statement of Income annual program of activities and remain financially viable. and Expenditure. At the time of printing, the 2012–13 year accounts These accounts have been prepared in accordance with have not yet been subject to annual audit and therefore conventional accounting practices and the format is there is no audit report attached. As an Incorporated similar to previous years. Association with a revenue turnover below $250,000,

Gerry Schembri

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 9 Financial Statements 1. Detailed Income and Expenditure Statement Note This Year Last Year Income Sales 1,100.00 80.00 Less Cost Of Goods Sold— Opening Stock 1,697.13 3,803.25 Purchases 2,200.00 – Closing Stock (2,955.71) (1,697.13) Gross Profit From Trading 158.58 (2,026.12) Interest Received A 540.87 523.24 Easter D 8,461.00 – Contributions to CV Gala Night – 380.00 Annual Dinner and Presentation Night B 4,481.00 2,610.00 Donations 128.00 100.00 Special Efforts and Fundraising – 115.00 Membership Fees—Current Year 6,930.00 6,550.00 Member Contributions to Events 1,140.80 4,014.00 Loss on Sale of Non-current Assets – (12.00) 21,840.25 12,254.12 Expenses Accountancy and Auditing Fees 363.00 341.00 Annual Report 1,837.00 1,837.00 Annual Dinner and Presentation Night C 6,864.83 2,956.39 Cricket Match Expenses 444.00 391.50 CV Gala Night Tickets – 380.00 Cup Day BBQ 620.31 690.12 Depreciation 73.00 77.00 Easter Expenses D 12,401.95 – Golf Day – 135.00 Secretary Honorarium 660.00 600.00 Postage and Stationery 531.15 773.44 Reimbursements 100.00 100.00 Registration Fees 42.80 41.80 Social and Meeting Expenses 120.19 60.89 Trophies, Engraving and Certificates 168.65 128.60 Sundry Expenses 257.52 220.71 Theatre Costs 1,140.80 4,014.00 25,625.20 12,747.45 Operating Loss for year (3,784.95) (493.33) Operating Surplus(Deficit) (3,784.95) (493.33) Member Funds at the beginning of the financial year 20,015.42 20,508.75 Total Member Funds 16,230.47 20,015.42 Member Funds at the end of the financial year 16,230.47 20,015.42

10 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 2. Balance Sheet as at 30 April 2013 This Year Last Year Member Funds Retained earnings 16,230.47 20,015.42 Total Member Funds 16,230.47 20,015.42 Represented by:

Current Assets Cash at Bank 1,259.54 7,178.36 Investment Deposit - Uniting Church Development Fund 10,954.27 10,413.98 Sundry Debtors 408.00 - Stock on Hand 2,955.71 1,697.13 Total Current Assets 15,577.52 19,289.47

Non Current Assets Fixed Assets Plant & Equipment 938.95 938.95 Less: Accumulated Depreciation (286.00) (213.00) 652.95 725.95 Total Fixed Assets 652.95 725.95 Total Non Current Assets 652.95 725.95 Total Assets 16,230.47 20,015.42 Total Liabilities - - Net Assets 16,230.47 20,015.42 The accompanying notes form part of these financial statements. Unaudited/This report is to be read in conjunction with the attached compilation report.

3. Notes to the Financial Statements 1. Statement of Significant Accounting Policies The VCAUSA is an Incorporated Association under the charging money values or current valuations of Association Incorporation Act (Victoria). noncurrent assets. Cost is based on the fair values of the consideration given in exchange for assets. The significant accounting policies that have been adopted The accounting policies have been consistently in the preparation and presentation of the financial applied unless otherwise stated. report are: (b) Going Concern: The financial report has been (a) Financial reporting framework: The financial prepared using the going concern concept. The report is a special purpose financial report and appropriateness of adopting this concept is has been prepared in accordance with Australian dependent upon the VCAUSA continuing to Accounting Standards except where otherwise receive sponsorship and other income sufficient noted. The financial report has been prepared on to meet its liabilities as and when they fall due. a cash basis and is based on historical costs and except where stated, does not take into account

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 11 (c) Income Tax: Income tax has not been provided basis over the estimated useful life of the entity for in the financial statements of VCAUSA, as it commencing from the time the asset is held ready is an exempt sporting organisation in accordance for use. with Section 50 – 45 of the Income Tax Assessment (e) Inventories: Inventories are valued at the lower Act 1997. of cost and net realisable value. (d) Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant (f) GST: Revenues, expenses and assets are recognised and equipment are carried at cost, less where inclusive of the amount of GST, as the Association applicable, any accumulated depreciation or is not registered or required to be registered for amortisation. The depreciable amount of all GST purposes. fixed assets is depreciated on a diminishing value

Notes This year Last year a. Interest Received Bank 540.87 523.24 540.87 523.24 b. Annual Dinner and Presentation Night: income Current Year 3,435.00 1,825.00 Prior Year 1,046.00 785.00 4,481.00 2,610.00 c. Annual Dinner and Presentation Night: expenses Current Year 4,134.48 200.00 Prior Year 2,730.35 2,756.39 6,864.83 2,956.39 d. Easter 2013 Financial Summary

Receipts Member receipts for Events and Functions 8,461.00 Payments Easter Playing Shirts—Embroidery 113.30 Easter Playing Shirts (13) 136.50 Easter Ladies Gifts 114.15 Cash Subsidy to 22 members 2,900.00 Sundry Match Expenses 58.00 SACUSA—Easter Polo Comemorative Shirts (25) 875.00 SACUSA—Easter Events and Functions 8,205.00 Total Payments 12,401.95 Net Cost to VCAUSA (3,940.95)

12 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 4. Equipment Depreciation Schedule

Opening Closing Purchase Original Depreciation Written Written Description (Disposal) Date Cost Rate Dow n Value Dow n Value Cricket Equipment 1 May 2008 707.00 10% 515.00 463.00 Cricket Kit 1 Jan 2011 142.00 10% 123.00 111.00 Cricket Kit Bag 1 Feb 2012 90.00 10% 88.00 79.00 939.00 726.00 653.00

5. Compilation Report

We have compiled the accompanying special purpose The specific purpose for which these special purpose financial statements of VCA Umpires & Scorers financial statements have been prepared is to provide Association Inc. which comprise the balance sheet as information relating to the performance and financial at 30 April 2013, income and expenditure statement position of the company that satisfies the information for the year then ended, a summary of significant needs of the director set out in Note 1. accounting policies and other explanatory notes. The responsibility of the Committee of Management The Committee of Management is solely responsible basis of accounting used is appropriate to meet their for the information contained in these special purpose needs and for the purpose for which the financial financial statements and have determined that the statements were prepared. Our responsibility On the basis of information provided by the review has been performed and accordingly no Committee of Management we have compiled the assurance is expressed. accompanying special purpose financial statements The special purpose financial statements were in accordance with the significant accounting policies prepared exclusively for the Association. We do not adopted as set out in Note 1 to the financial statements accept responsibility to any other person for the and APES 315: Compilation of Financial Information. content of the special purpose financial statements. Our procedures use accounting expertise to collect, We hereby disclose that the Treasurer of the classify and summarise the financial information, Association is also engaged by the member’s firm to which the Committee of Management provided, into assist in the preparation of these Special Purpose a financial report. Our procedures do not include Financial Statements. verification or validation procedures. No audit or

Name of Firm: The Field Group – Accounting Name of Director: Jon Traynor Address: Suite 10, Level 1, 248 Maroondah Highway, Chirnside Park Vic 3116 Dated: 28th May, 2013

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 13 Badges and Accessories

The highlight of the season for this report, was the launch During April 2012, the VCAUSA Committee agreed to of the new VCAUSA tie. revalue the remaining items held as stock. The effect of this revaluation was carried forward to the 2012–13 Thanks to the splendid work of John Collins, a new season and is shown in the financial report. VCAUSA tie was designed and purchased. The new ties arrived in time for the new season and a large number Efforts will again be made during the coming season to of the new ties have already been sold both to members sell as much of the old stock as possible. and non-members here in Victoria and across the border Additional purchases of some items (for example polo in South Australia. shirts) will need to be considered by the incoming An assortment of other items was sold including a number Committee. of the cream jumpers which were offered for sale for My thanks to the VCAUSA Committee for their advice $1.00 each. and guidance and to John Collins for arranging storage The VCAUSA continues to hold large stocks of jumpers for the bulk of the port. (both blue and cream), chambray shirts, socks and bottles of port.

Stock of Badges and Accessories as at 30th April, 2013 Item No. Value

VCAUSA Key Ring 4 Nil Blue Jumper 10 150.00 Kookaburra Shoe 1 25.00 Cream Jumper 3 3.00 Cap 6 21.63 Chambray Shirt 17 170.00 Centenary Port 291 727.50 1st XI Polo Shirt 26 260.00 Ties—2013 new style 60 1,320.00 Centenary Polo Shirt 18 135.00 Total Value of VCAUSA Stock 2,911.83 Socks (Black) 19 38.00 VCAUA Tie 1 9.75 Cream Jumper 8 8.00 Tie Bar 20 30.00 Maroon Jumper 1 25.00 Cuff Link 4 8.20 Tom Smith’s White Polo Shirt 4 5.00 Umpiring & Scoring 1 10.00 Navy Blue Polo Shirt 1 2.75 Ball Counter 1 3.00 Lapel Pin 5 3.13 Spike Adjuster 3 0.75 Shirt/Coat Badge 8 Nil Pocket Badge (White) 5 Nil Total Value of VCAUA Stock 43.88 Total Value of Stock 2,955.71

Glenn Cumming

14 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Annual Election

In accordance with Rules 17 and 22 of the VCA Umpires As there were no further nominations for two Committee and Scorers’ Association Incorporated in Victoria, Member positions (one umpire, one scorer), two nominations were received by the Secretary for the Social Committee member positions and a Badges following Committee of Management positions: and Accessories Controller, the elected Officers of the Committee of Management will need to act in accordance President, two Vice Presidents, Secretary and Treasurer, with Rules 15(8) and 22(8) to fill these vacancies. and one Committee position (umpire). Addendum: A late nomination was received by the Nominations for three miscellaneous positions were also Secretary from Glenn Cumming for the Badges and received, they being Social Organiser, Lecture Organiser Accessories Controller position. and Appointments Officer. I extend my thanks to Ralph Francione and Peter Smith, Therefore, I declare the following personnel were elected the appointed Scrutineers, for making themselves unopposed for the Cricket Season 2012–13. available should their services have been required. President Trevor Finlayson Vice Presidents (2) Bill Ellemor Cyril Andrews Tony Ventura Secretary Dan Bomford Treasurer Gerry Schembri Social Organiser John Collins Lecture Organiser Bill Ellemor Appointments Officer Darrell Holt

Cyril and Margaret Andrews at the 2013 Annual Dinner

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 15 Social Report

In the five years that I have been looking after the social In January we had a night out at Cirque de Soleil which side of our association, I have come to appreciate a core approximately 25 people attended. For those who have group of our members who come along and support all not seen Cirque de Soleil live, it is truly a memorable things social. experience to see what these performers are capable of. Those who did attend all agreed that it was an excellent As in past years our first function of the new season was night out. our Annual Cup Day BBQ held at the Carlton Cricket Club. This is an ideal location for such a function with Our presentation night was once again held at the excellent facilities. This day was originally organised Veneto Club, Bulleen. We had our best attendance in for new members to come and meet some of the other a number of years with over 50 attending. This is still panel members in a social atmosphere. It has always been a little disappointing when we have approximately 100 disappointing that only one or two and on some occasions, umpires on the panel. no new members would be in attendance. So it was really Congratulations go to all the medal winners and especially great to see that last Cup Day five new members came to our President Trevor, for being nominated as the and by all accounts thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Robin Bailhache Award Winner. This was presented by Trevor once again took on the role of Robbie Waterhouse, last year’s winner Graham Slater and in light of Trevor’s Cup Day Bookie, and handled it with his usual aplomb reaction could be called “The Stunned Mullet” Award. and style assisted really well by his grandson Ben. The He certainly was caught by surprise. ladies also entered into the festivities of the day with Thank you to Michael O’Sullivan, who over nearly 40 some good and some also strange head attire. Along years of involvement with Cricket Victoria and Premier with this we also saw some of the fellows in suits to fit in Cricket as a player, coach and selector, as our guest with the occasion. As always a special thank you to those speaker gave us an interesting insight into his time with that provided the nibbles, salads, bread and fruit platters. Cricket Victoria. I must also add my thanks to the Carlton Cricket Club and John McConville for again making their facilities Finally it would be great if more members attended social available for us to use. events because I believe that is where friendships can be cultivated that will last for decades. It is also a great During the season we had one theatre night, which was place where the wives of umpires can be involved and at the Whitehorse Civic Centre in Nunawading. We saw meet and make new friends. a local production of 42nd Street and the 15 people that attended agreed it was an excellent performance and I cannot finish without saying thank you once again to proved that one does not need to always see these types my wife, Suzanne, for all her help with computer typing of shows in the big theatres in the city and pay rather and accounting skills. large ticket prices for a really good night out.

John Collins

16 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Miscellaneous Appointments

The Association receives requests seeking umpires for a The MCC Club XI competition expanded this season wide range of matches. to 19 teams and two divisions. In addition to arranging umpires for all MCC Club XI matches, we were asked to Almost all requests were able to be filled with October/ assist with rules for matches and new player regulation November and February/March being peak times, due rules. CV Panel members Trevor Finlayson and Samy to our schools clients. Muthugounder umpired when available, and I was greatly The bulk of requests for umpires originated from the helped by former CV Panel members Adrian Fisher and following: John Mellett who umpired matches every weekend. Associated Catholic Colleges: St Bernards (Essendon), Umpires who are regularly available provided the bulk Mazenod College (Mulgrave), Penola College of our schools and Crusaders appointments. Bill Ellemor (Broadmeadows) and Caroline Chisholm (Braybrook). and John Mellett continued their long association at Associated Co-Educational Schools: Loyola College Mazenod College with some help from Netherlands (Watsonia), Overnewton Anglican College (Taylors umpire Erno Ruchtie. Lakes), St Michaels Grammar (St Kilda), St Leonards Other CV Panel, and former Panel members, regularly Grammar (Brighton), Thomas Carr College (Tarneit) offering their services included Tim Dey, Dennis Garde, and Westbourne Grammar (Truganina). Trevor Finlayson, Paul Jensen, Eric Kelly, John Richards Crusaders Cricket (schools programs, veterans and and Graham Slater. carnival) These umpires, together with a good quality group of MCC Club XI (19 teams) competent and reliable umpires from suburban Cricket Associations ensured we filled over 400 appointments VSSSA during the season. Eltham College By conducting matches in a professional manner, all Requests for umpires are for mid-week matches, the appointed umpires contributed to the glowing reports exception being the MCC Club XI competition which from various schools’ Sports Co-ordinators expressing requires umpires for Saturdays and Sundays. satisfaction with the umpires provided under our Miscellaneous Appointments program.

Darrell Holt

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 17 Law 43

It gives me great pleasure to be able to present the Law 43 coming year I have devised a questionnaire for umpires report for the end of the 2012–13 year. to complete that will enable us all some insight into what makes our umpiring associates tick. The past year has been very successful in that we achieved our targets with the production of Law 43 for the T&D Again my deepest gratitude goes to Bill Ellemor for his meetings throughout the year. What was even more tireless assistance in the production of the hard copy and pleasing for me was the inclusion of the “What would to Dan Bomford for his distribution of both hard and your decision be?” segment and more particularly the electronic copies to past and Life Members. I have received response from umpires when asked to provide input. thanks from some past members and Life Members for the content but have set them straight in that I am really Regular contributors are thanked for their input as only a post box for the members’ contributions. I know how hard it can be to come up with something new and interesting each month. Although there has been I congratulate the executive for their constant good a steady stream of contributions on many topics, there work in the administration of the Association and I look is still scope for more from members. As a part of my forward to being able to assist with the production of plan to expand this Law 43 for the coming season.

Phil Shanahan Law 43 Law 43 Law 43 September 2012 October 2012 November 2012

In This Issue:

• Cameron Medal Presentation • Vale Gordon Bate • Is Dandenong The New Bexley? • A Game Played By Veterans • Who Is That Captain?

The Captains’ Walk, Cootamundra, NSW

Members of the Finlayson family enjoy the Cup Day BBQ

In This Issue: In This Issue: • What Would You Have Done? • I Beg Your Pardon Umpire! • Curator on the Move • Dealing with Conflict Under grey skies at the Ian Johnston Oval, • Cup Day BBQ the Cameron Medal is presented to • Who Is That Captain? • Vale Denis Gabbedy • Positioning Madeleine Brignell of Essendon CC • VCAUSA v ACS by VCAUSA Treasurer Gerry Schembri

VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association Newsletter VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association Newsletter VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association Newsletter Vol. 19 No. 1, 2012–2013 season Vol. 19 No. 2, 2012–2013 season Vol. 19 No. 3, 2012–2013 season

Law 43 Law 43

February 2013 December 2012 March 2013 ______

In This Issue: • Vale Ian Stuart In This Issue: • VCAUSA v 49ers • What Would You Have Done? • Imparja Cup 2013 • Technology in Cricket – “Friend or Foe”? • Some Interesting Facts from Yesteryear • Easter is Fast Approaching rd • Interesting Items From a 3 XI Match

A successful appeal to Malaysian umpire Sivan Narayanan in the IDCC (see article on page 7) In This Issue: • International Defence Cricket Challenge

• What Would You Have Done? • Mid-Season Break • Different Interpretations of the VCAUSA Life Member Ian Stuart—farewell friend Spirit of Cricket

VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association Newsletter 5, VCA Umpires & Scorers’ Association Newsletter

Vol. 19 No. 4, 2012–2013 season Vol. 19 No. 6, 2012–2013 season

18 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Website

The current address: http://vcausa.vic.cricket.com.au/ Over the course of the 2012–13 season, the finishing season. It was also in part due to our decision to have touches were made to finally fully transition the VCAUSA the site and updated over a couple of months, to website to its new home on MyCricket. hopefully have enough content to be of use and to have more appeal for members. On July 31st 2012, we however had to say good bye to the original home of the VCAUSA website on the Cricket In reflection, the VCAUSA website has come a long way Victoria website. After many years of service, it’s hard not since last year where it started out as a blank canvas. The to recognise the dedication that people like Jan Howard goals set out during the last annual report are always had put into the site to keep it up and running during going to be a topic of constant review and discussion. The their tenure. challenge for this upcoming season will be maintenance. Making sure that the site is as up to date as possible In the October edition of Law 43, we finally relaunched when new information arises. Due to my ever growing the VCAUSA website to the association members after list of personal commitments, this will be a constant many months of preparation. We decided to wait until challenge but one that I’m looking forward to during October for the relaunch so that we were able to have this upcoming season. the most up to date content relevant to the upcoming

Luke Edwards

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 19 Cricket Victoria Umpiring Manager

Premier Cricket There were thirteen new members invited to join the feedback to their partners after close of play on match CV Premier Cricket Umpire’s Panel prior to season days and submitted reports on performance to the CV 2012–13 to settle panel numbers at ninety seven. Once Umpiring department. again, for a variety of reasons, there were several umpires We were fortunate to be able to offer another layer of not available for significant periods throughout the feedback from three experienced officials who acted as season. Cricket Australia appointments together with off-field Observers: Daryl Cox, Bob Parry and Peter Smith the abovementioned non-availabilities meant that it was (first half of season only) continued to provide valuable occasionally difficult to cover all matches from within the tips on technique and field craft as they moved around the CV Panel numbers. Several members offered to stand in grounds observing officials at all levels. Their insightful two games per week to cover shortages late in the season; comments were passed on to each umpire observed and their assistance was greatly appreciated. some also received video footage of their performance Premier Cricket moved to a fully online administration to assist with their continued improvement. process through the MyCricket website. The reporting As is the usual practice, all reviews were perused and feedback system was maintained and streamlined and countersigned by the Chairman of the Pennant to enable information capture via the use of electronic Committee (John McConville). reports. All umpires received mid-season and end- of-season reviews. Information provided reflected all Selections throughout the season were merit based. Of comments made by Captains, together with the statistical the new panel members, five were selected in Finals information derived from their reports. Panels. Well done to all those who progressed to stand in a Premier final. This year the Mentor panel, which has served the lower three grades of Premier appointments so well for several I would like to offer my congratulations to all panel season, welcomed the addition of one new member. We members who achieved a significant milestone during thank the following individuals for the feedback and on- the season. Eric Kelly received the Service to Umpiring field support they offered to less experienced colleagues: recognition Award at the CV Gala Awards night—due Darrell Holt, Eric Kelly, Russell Turner, John Collins, recognition for his ongoing commitment to cricket. Bill Ellemor, Colin Hall, Paul Baleisa, Glenn Cumming, The overall umpiring standard remained high and Dennis Garde and Graeme Lloyd. Mentors provided “competition” was strong.

Cricket Australia Panel Umpires Cricket Australia selected the following colleagues on the John Ward was appointed on field to the final of both CA National Umpiring Panel of 12: Ash Barrow, Geoff the Sheffield Shield and Ryobi Cup competitions. He also Joshua, John Ward and Tony Ward. Each of the above stood in two International T20s and was 3rd Umpire in group stood in multiple First Class matches as well as another. domestic One Day and Twenty20 games.

20 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Ash Barrow and Geoff Joshua were appointed on field selected to stand in CA Futures League and WNCL to Women’s International T20 games between Australia matches. Dale Ireland also stood in a State 2nd XI match and New Zealand in Melbourne while Richard Patterson between Victoria and the Academy officiated in a 50-over series in late in the season. Sydney between the same two teams. Tony Ward was Shawn Craig (under 19) and Phil Gillespie (under 17) appointed on field to the WNCL final. represented CV at the CA National Male Youth Geoff Joshua was appointed to umpire a 3-day tour Championships. They were hosted in Adelaide and game between a Chairman’s XI and Sri Lanka played in Hobart respectively. December 2012 at Manuka Oval Canberra. Tony Ward It was pleasing to note that all of Cricket Victoria’s umpired a PM’s XI v West Indies 1-day game at the same representatives performed well at the various levels they venue in late January 2013. were appointed. Cricket Victoria nominated a State Panel of five comprising: Shawn Craig, Phil Gillespie, Richard Patterson, Ange Sammartino and Sam Sciacca. All were

New Zealand Exchange Malcolm Gunn and Dean Jones represented Cricket Our New Zealand visitors representing Christchurch Victoria in Auckland and Christchurch respectively, and Auckland respectively were David Reid and Jayath maintaining the expected high standards. As usual, Batuwangala. Both performed well in all matches they both received marvellous hospitality and great cricket were appointed to, including Premier Cricket and Country experiences. I am sure their umpiring in future seasons Week fixtures. Similarly to our representatives, their will benefit accordingly. umpiring back in New Zealand will benefit from their time here.

Cricket Victoria Panel Training & Development Training and Development nights continued with a CA National panel members were guest presenters at similar schedule to last season. The sessions focussed on Monthly Training & Development meetings. VCAUSA Premier Cricket issues and matters arising from Premier also assisted with several training initiatives whilst scorers, matches. Dates were set to coincide with format changes non-active umpires and Life Members were invited to to the Premier Cricket fixture. The training content attend the December T&D meeting. The after-meeting then focused on up-skilling panel members on specific social gathering provided the opportunity for colleagues demands of the various game types. to get to know each other and share experiences, and remains an essential part of the development process.

Winter Umpiring Classes The classes continue to be successful with good numbers prospective umpires introduced to other associations at both venues. Applicants for the Cricket Victoria Panel prior to and during the season. are generally sourced from this program. The classes are the most productive recruiting ground for umpires. Interested people are directed to competitions around metropolitan Melbourne. There were approximately forty

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 21 Seminar (SINS) A two day Umpires’ Seminar was conducted at the Junction settling in and returning members’ preparation for the Oval in early September. Day 1 was for Umpire’s from new season. Sessions conducted were interactive and outside competitions while day 2 was for CV Premier generally well received. Panel Umpires only. Presentations from former Cricket The program again allowed the Premier pre-season rules Australian Team Manager Steve Bernard and current session to be held in conjunction with the seminar thus AFL Premiership Goal Umpire Luke Walker were both removing the need for an additional rules night prior to entertaining and informative. the season. A separate induction night was held with new CV panel The seminar will continue to be reviewed by CV Umpiring members to cover administrative issues and outline department and the Pennant Committee to determine expectations. The aim was to facilitate new umpires the most appropriate way forward.

Country Lectures Lectures were offered to all Regions and subsequently Several visits were made to metropolitan Associations held at Ballarat, Colac, Echuca, Hamilton, Mornington, at their request to update local umpire groups on Law Noorat, Sale, Traralgon, and Warrnambool. changes etc. Sessions were tailored to suit the needs of the host associations and covered a vast array of topics including umpiring technique and updates to Law changes. All nights were well attended.

CA National Umpire Accreditation

(Level 2) Accreditation continues to be well accepted throughout the The Cricket Victoria Board and Pennant Committee State. The rollout has reached more than 2,500 registered fully support the accreditation process and it remains umpires over the past 8 years. There are currently 1,137 mandatory for CV Panel umpires. Re-accreditation has level 2 accredited umpires throughout Victoria which commenced and will continue as the 4-year accreditation equates to almost half the national total. Approximately cycle rolls around. 105 new umpires have purchased accreditation packs in the last 12 months.

(Level 1) Entry level 1 Umpire Accreditation continues to be well Cricket Australia recently committed to make this entry supported and already over 800 potential officials have level Umpire Accreditation available online sometime attended a workshop. These have been conducted at later this year. The Umpire Accreditation database will various locations throughout metropolitan Melbourne be migrated into the MyCricket system prior to season and regional Victoria. Although tailored for volunteers 2013–14 thus ensuring better ongoing administration involved with junior and school cricket, the program is access for individuals and State/Territory Managers alike. also suitable at club level for new officials.

Bob Parry

22 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Umpires’ Advisers

The following Cricket Victoria umpires acted as Advisers for the Cricket Associations listed below during the 2012–13 season:

Metropolitan Associations: Dandenong District Cricket Association Dale Ireland Eastern Cricket Association Dan Bomford (VCAUSA member) Gisborne District Cricket Association Chris Allan (VCAUSA member) North West Metro Cricket Association Darrell Holt (VCAUSA member) Ringwood District Cricket Association Graeme Lloyd Southern District And Churches Cricket League Francesco Fabris Victorian Turf Cricket Association Paul Jensen (VCAUSA member) Williamstown District Cricket Association Bill Sheahan Regional Associations: Bellarine Peninsula Cricket Association Ron Birch Bendigo District Cricket Association Darrell Holt (VCAUSA member) Ferntree Gully District Cricket Association Phillip Gillespie (VCAUSA member) Geelong Cricket Association Bill Sheahan Yarra Valley Cricket Association Gordon Jones

Dealing with Difficult People who enjoy High Conflict situations

By Alan McCarthy & Phil Gillespie with special comments from Neil Schli;ler

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 23 Congratulations

The congratulations of the VCAUSA are extended to: • Tony Ward on winning the 1st XI Umpire of • Cricket Victoria 200 Club new inductees— the Year Award umpire Geoff Joshua, and players/coaches • Stephen Brne on winning the 2nd XI Umpire of Greg Shipperd, Tim Welsford, Nick Austin the Year Award and David Nankervis. With eligibility criteria changes, new inductees also included Anthony • Adam Hawking on winning the 3rd XI Umpire Amalfi, Greg Booth, Ian Callen, John Harmer, of the Year Award Greg Hobba, Bob Lloyd, Steve Maddocks, Jack • Craig Hill on winning the 4th XI Umpire of the Potter and James Sutherland. Also qualifying Year Award were Bernie Considine and Peter Dymond, • James Higgs on receiving the Cameron Medal both of whom have unfortunately passed away. for Scorer of the Year and for officiating in 400 • First XI debutant umpires Stephen Brne and Cricket Victoria matches David Shepard • Trevor Finlayson on receiving the Robin • Brenton McDonald (Melbourne CC) on Bailhache Commitment Award winning the Medal • Eric Kelly on receiving Cricket Victoria’s • Emma Inglis (Brunswick Park CC) on winning Umpiring Service Recognition Award the Una Paisley Medal • Mike Walsh on reaching 50 years of • Chris Rogers (Prahran CC) on winning the W.M. contribution to Essendon CC, Victorian and (Bill) Lawry Medal (for the Weetbix Sheffield Australian cricket Shield Bushranger Player of the Season) • John Collins for officiating in 350 Cricket • Aaron Finch (Geelong CC) on winning the Victoria matches RYOBI One-Day Cup Player of the Year, the • Graeme Lloyd for officiating in 300 Cricket Bushrangers One-Day Player of the Year and Victoria matches KFC T20 Big Bash League Player of the Year • Geoff Joshua for officiating in 300 Cricket • Meg Lanning (Box Hill CC) on winning her Victoria matches second consecutive Sharon Tredrea Trophy for • Chris Allan for officiating in 250 Cricket the VicSpirit Player of the Season Victoria matches • Elyse Villani (Brunswick Park CC) on winning • Chris James for officiating in 200 Cricket the Award for the VicSpirit Victoria matches Twenty20 Player of the Season • Graham Slater for officiating in 200 Cricket • Jackson Freeman (Ringwood CC); Tristan Victoria matches Larter (Melbourne CC); and Sam Wade • Vincent McKernan for officiating in 200 (Ringwood CC), the respective winners of the Cricket Victoria matches 2nd XI, 3rd XI and 4th XI Player of the Season • Dean Jones, Sam Sciacca and Trevor Finlayson awards for officiating in 150 Cricket Victoria matches • Matthew Begbie (Melbourne CC) on winning • Gerry Schembri, Dale Ireland and James the John Scholes Medal for the Player of the Watson for officiating in 100 Cricket Victoria Premier 1st XI Final matches • Mark Dwyer (Camberwell Magpies CC) on winning the Player of the Premier 2nd XI Final

24 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 • Julie Hunter (Dandenong CC) on winning the • The 4th XI One Day Final umpires: Craig Hill Medal, the Premier Women 1st XI and Russell Thomas (Standby: Glenn Cumming) Player of the Final • The 1st XI T20 Final umpires: Shawn Craig and • Emily McIntyre (Essendon Maribyrnong Park Bill Sheahan (Standby: Sam Sciacca) CC) on winning the Premier Women 1st XI • The 2nd XI T20 Final umpires: Stephen Brne Twenty20 Player of the Final and Malcolm Gunn (Standby: Vinnie Borg) • Sarah Tatchell (Napoleons/Sebastopol CC) on • The 3rd XI T20 Final umpires: Tony Dolin and winning the Premier Women 2nd XI Player of Adam Hawking (Standby: Colin Hall) the Final • The 4th XI T20 Final umpires: Craig Hill and • Anshleigh Wilson (Brighton District CC) on Paul Baleisa (Standby: Russell Thomas) winning the Premier Women 2nd XI Twenty20 • The Melbourne CC for winning the 1st XI One Player of the Final Day Final • Dean Jones and Malcolm Gunn on being selected • The Melbourne CC for winning the 2nd XI One for the New Zealand Umpire Exchange program Day Final • Ashley Barrow, Shawn Craig, Phillip Gillespie, • The Melbourne CC for winning the 3rd XI One Geoff Joshua, Richard Patterson, Ange Day Final Sammartino, Sam Sciacca, John Ward and • The Camberwell Magpies CC for winning the Tony Ward on being selected to officiate at 4th XI One Day Final Championships/Carnivals or at higher levels • The Essteele Cup (VWCA Premier 1st XI) Final • The 1st XI Final umpires: Geoff Joshua and Tony umpires: Russell Turner and Tony Ventura Ward (Reserve: Richard Patterson) (Reserve: David Lowe) • The 2nd XI Final umpires: Vinnie Borg and • The Essteele Australis Cup (VCWA Premier Stephen Brne (Reserve: Phillip Shanahan) 2nd XI) Final umpires: Richard Harrison and • The 3rd XI Final umpires: Adam Hawking and Alastair Thomas (Reserve: Jeffrey Diamond- Alan Jones (Reserve: John Walker) Smith) • The 4th XI Final umpires: Nicholas Ferns and • Dandenong CC on winning the Essteele Cup, Craig Hill (Reserve: Paul Baleisa) the Women’s 1st XI Premiership • The Melbourne CC for winning the 1st XI • Napoleons-Sebastopol CC on winning the pennant Essteele Australis Cup, the Women’s 2nd XI • The Camberwell Magpies CC for winning the Premiership 2nd XI pennant • The Melbourne CC on winning the Men’s • The Melbourne CC for winning the 3rd XI Premier JA Seitz Club Championship pennant • The Melbourne University CC on winning the • The Melbourne University CC for winning the Men’s Premier Spirit of Cricket Award 4th XI pennant • The 1st XI One Day Final umpires: Shawn Craig and Richard Patterson (Standby: Phillip Gillespie) • The 2nd XI One Day Final umpires: Vinnie Borg and Stephen Brne (Standby: Dean Jones) • The 3rd XI One Day Final umpires: Gaurav Bawa and Adam Hawking (Standby: John Walker)

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 25 New Zealand Exchange

Melbourne to Christchurch I was fortunate to be chosen The following day I was taken to The Willows in Lobourn to represent Cricket Victoria for an invite match between The Willows Cricket Club and travel to Christchurch as and King’s High School team from Dunedin on a ground part CV’s NZ umpire exchange on a privately owned farm. Matches on this oval are program in December 2012. by invitation only and are played honouring the true Myself with David Lodge on The experience of umpiring traditions of the game. One-day games do not contain exchange from the North powerplays, bowler over restrictions or coloured clothing; Island at The Willows foreign teams and venues, different playing conditions lunch is taken at 1.00pm, not during the break; with unknown colleagues was challenging but very a tea break is taken at 3.40pm; and a cow bell is sounded rewarding. when the umpires are walking out to recommence play. The oval contains a small but attractive pavilion full of Cricket in Christchurch at premier level is on a completely cricket photos and memorabilia. different scale than what we are used to here in Melbourne. I attended one of their fortnightly umpire meetings On the Monday the under 19 carnival commenced with a on the Wednesday night and only 12 people were in two-day game between two Canterbury teams at Burnside attendance with two of those being scorers, so a lack of which ended in a draw. Other matches during the carnival umpires in Christchurch is an ongoing problem. There included two one-day games and two T20s. At the end are only eight teams in the top grade but that leads to a of the carnival the Canterbury representative squad was very competitive standard of cricket, comparative to the announced containing some handy talent. top end of our 2nd XI. Ovals often overlap each other My final appointment was the first day of a two-day with green sporting . club game between St Albans and East Christchurch I was fortunate to meet and stand with the President of at St Albans on an oval to itself. Their two-day playing the Christchurch Umpires & Scorers Association, Bernie conditions include Points attained for every so Hamilton and his Vice President Rodger Wyeth, two many runs scored, but these points are void if the team fine gentlemen who took me to the grounds and made bats beyond 60 overs, which fast forwards the match but me feel right at home. one might say at the expense of the standard of the batting and perhaps the battle between bat and ball. By the end There are some relaxed playing conditions in Christchurch of the day we had began the 3rd innings of the match. as I learnt before play at the first match I was appointed to—a one-day game between Old Boys and Burnside played with coloured clothes but with a red ball. Play was delayed at the start by two hours, so we needed to establish some revised playing times and overs. Establishing a finishing time was made in conjunction with the two captains with Burnie simply asking the question: “When would you like to finish today’s game?” with a maximum anticipated finishing time of 8.00pm. The captains settled for a 6.00pm finish, and using 17 overs per hour as a guide it was confirmed as a 36-overs-a-side game, won comfortably by Old Boys. Play at The Willows with the attractive pavilion in the background

26 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Away from the cricket staying in Christchurch gives I really feel the overall experience will benefit me you a great look at the destruction left by the February enormously and assist with my development at premier 2011 earthquake with so many building demolished or level in the future and I hope whoever next is chosen to to be demolished—even certain cricket pavilions didn’t travel to Christchurch to represent CV benefits from the escape damage. experience as much as I did.

Dean Jones

I was there: Auckland to Melbourne I was so delighted to know that I had been selected for I jumped into bed, confidently knowing that I had serious the Melbourne Exchange Programme in 2013. This business to deal with the players in the morning. event has been one of my targets and achieving this At the breakfast table I met David Reid, the other umpire goal was a remarkable lap in my umpiring career. It was from NZ, who introduced me to Dan and Bernadette 15th of February; as soon as I got into the aeroplane for Bomford. We had a friendly chat during the meal which Melbourne, I thought that I would take this opportunity was quite interesting. After breakfast I was picked up by very seriously and determine to deliver my best in all Mr Richard Patterson who was my partner for the First departments during my stay in Melbourne. XI match between Dandenong and Fitzroy-Doncaster at At Tullamarine Airport I was warmly welcomed by Bob Schramms Reserve, Doncaster. We reached the venue Parry, the Umpiring Manager for Cricket Victoria, and approximately 75 minutes prior to the scheduled starting accompanied to his business centre. After having a brief time which was 12.00 noon. Both umpires together did chat and the enjoyment of a hot coffee served by Mr Daryl the pre-match duties and called play on time. Cox, the three of us walked to the Melbourne Cricket The match was flowing quite well. There were a few Ground (MCG) for lunch. When I saw the gigantic cricket thunderous appeals for LBW and caught behind which venue and the famous Rod Laver Arena, I couldn’t believe were prudently handled by both officials. The players’ my eyes because up to that point I had only seen these attitude towards the game was brilliant and both captains two great venues on the TV screen and in a newspaper. ensured that the play was conducted within the spirit As a good tennis fan I scrolled my memories about the and traditions of the game. The players’ behaviour classy performances of great tennis players like Federer, throughout the game was excellent. The pitch showed a Nadal, Murray, Dokovic, etc., who displayed their skilful lack of bounce which made Dandenong bundled out for tennis racquet strokes during the Australian Open inside a low first innings score of 169 amid the fine consistent of this top class court. and sharp fielding of their opponents. Fitzroy After lunch I checked into the room at Hotel Mantra. had only 24 overs to bat before the bowler’s end umpire I was thinking, “Where am I now?”—while tasting a called time at the end of the 90th over. cappuccino; from Sri Lanka to New Zealand and to The good things I noticed at Doncaster, were all the parties Melbourne, Australia. “What an amazing trip as a cricket who were involved in this game were very keen to fulfil umpire. The real role of this trip starts from here.” their roles perfectly and professionally. The groundsman I packed my gear bag very carefully, ensuring not to handed over the ground to the match officials correctly leave out any of my required items for umpiring, and on time. The club manager provided his services without read the playing conditions relevant to First XI cricket in any slip. Both the scorers and scoreboard attendant were Melbourne. As is my regular practice, I read the playing very alert. The players carried water at the drinks break conditions of the particular game because umpires are without any delay. required to ensure that the conduct of the match proceeds in strict accordance with the laws and playing conditions.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 27 During the game, I received immense support from younger days. I have realised that my attitude towards the my colleague. Before the toss we exchanged the mode game was changed because of my partner’s encouraging of signals and throughout the match we never missed attitude. Thanks mate; I really enjoyed standing with an the signals—two to go, one to go for the over, etc. The experienced official like you for this Division 3 match. other aspect of my colleague and I was each other’s eye The second match of the Country Week tournament was contact which helped us to communicate very well. When played at Central Reserve between Ballarat and Sale- I looked at Richard, he never failed to treat me with a Maffra. My partner was Phil Shanahan who has been in smile even though there was no reason to smile under the the cricket umpiring circle for a long time. The morning hot temperature of 34 degrees. During the match I never was quite overcast and the outfield was slightly damp, felt that I was alone and thought that I was standing with but during the tour of the ground prior to the toss, both a very familiar partner. During the training sessions umpires together agreed the fitness of the ground (Law in Auckland, I learnt the importance of co-operation 3.8) will not be an issue to start the game on time. As we between umpires. In this game I received this technique thought, the game streamed smoothly. Both teams were practically from my partner throughout the game. Thanks happy about the way we controlled the game. In the end Richard, I appreciate your help. the Sale-Maffra team beat their opponents quite easily. The On the second day, Fitzroy reached their target easily at skipper of Sale-Maffra entertained the fans and his mates which time both captains agreed to call off the match by handling the willow bravely. I was so surprised about early. At the end of the game Richard commented on my the players’ behaviour of both teams. Both teams respected umpiring and said politely: “Prior to upholding a decision, each other very well. As an umpire I always believe that keep your head straight, look at the batsman and make players’ behaviour is a vital part of a game, because it sets your verdict confidently.” I stored this in my mind and the tone of the match. There was no interruption until when I was at the hotel, I thought about the theory of the the game stopped for tea. During the break the sky had Richard’s advice. I realized that he was right. If I am not became a bit darker and Phil told me it would be best to in a steady stance before upholding an appeal, it shows cover the strip. I asked why, because at that stage there that my conclusion about the particular decision is not were no sign of a rain. Phil told me: “Jayath, come with 100% correct. Thanks Richard, I appreciate your help me. I want to show you something.’’ I followed him to the during and after the game. rear of the pavilion of Central Reserve. He pointed to a Sunday 17th was a free day for me. I enjoyed the day couple of electric power line pylons erected about a few with my Sri Lankan friends who live in Melbourne, and kms away from where we were standing. Then he said: visited Crown Plaza in the evening. ‘If those pylons are invisible due to black clouds the rain will come soon. Therefore it is wise to cover the pitch The Country Week cricket carnival started on the 18th as soon as possible.” I realised that he was right. A few and I stood for the game, Gisborne vs Wangaratta, with minutes later, the heavy rain started and continued for Trevor Finlayson, at Carlton which is one of the beautiful about 20 minutes. It was lucky that the pitch was covered cricket venues in Melbourne. Gisborne scored 274 and before the rain, as a result of Phil’s prompt action and beat their opponents who managed to score 213/8 at the using his vast experience. end. Both teams maintained a good over rate and their discipline was excellent. There were a number of left- The point I want to raise at this stage is that even though hand/right-hand combinations in the match, therefore you know all the laws of cricket by heart, you cannot the square-leg umpire had to shuttle across the pitch become a good umpire without experience. Phil and I had quite often. On a number of occasions, due to the hot a brief and worthwhile conversation about his experience temperature, my body was reluctant to change sides during the break. Thanks Phil, for your valuable time when the batsmen ran a single or three runs, but my and I really enjoyed the day with you at Central Reserve. partner Trevor was very consistent in changing sides The third game of the Melbourne Country Week 2013 before the bowler started his run-up. Trevor ran like a was played at Melbourne University Ground which was sprinter. I thought he must have been a good athlete in his a picturesque venue. This Provincial game was between

28 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Mornington Peninsula and Bendigo. The day was quite Sheffield Shield game between Victoria and . pleasant and ideal for cricket. My partner was Russell Bob accompanied us to the ’s cabin where we Turner. He is an experienced umpire in Premier Cricket. again met Mr Bob Stratford who was match referee for this We did the pre-match duties because the problems can game. The entire view from the third umpire’s spot was be minimized if preparations are completed well before unbelievable because from there one would never miss a the match. This reduces and ensures any problems that single action which would take place in the playing area. may develop can be handled expediently. Mornington We watched the match for a while with Mr Stratford. All Peninsula batted first on a flat track and scored only of a sudden I saw a groundsman running into the playing 193 runs. The Bendigo skipper used his bowlers wisely area with a spade. I was so anxious to know what was and the bowlers did a very decent job to support their going on. I looked at Mr Stratford and knew that he was captain. The fielders also encouraged their bowlers by talking to the on-field umpires via a walkie-talkie to gather sharp fielding. In reply to the Mornington Peninsula the information about the scenario. Then I got to know score, Bendigo reached their target, losing only six wickets that the groundsman had cleared some dog poo from the (203/6). The players’ behaviour was excellent throughout playing area. I noticed that the referee noted this incident this game and the standard of cricket was impressive too. and also recorded that one minute of playing time had During the game Mr Turner introduced a few unfamiliar been lost due to the clearing of dog poo. The important signals to me which were not in the Laws of cricket but thing I realized here was that the match referee’s role is interesting indeed. I thoroughly enjoyed the day with not an easy one. He has to record each and every minor or good cricket and also with excellent interactions of my major incident which may occur during the match. Dave partner. After the game Russ dropped me at the hotel. and I watched the match for a few hours and enjoyed the I stretched the legs on the comfortable sofa and relaxed lunch at the MCG. On the way back from the MCG, at a bit before going for a shower. the main entrance, I saw the statue of the great kangaroo On Wednesday I had dinner with Mr David Reid who bowler who was posing proudly with his participated in the exchange programme representing high arm bowling action. I walked closer to the plaque Canterbury. He is a real gentleman who has been and read the statement written on it. This was another standing for First Class cricket in NZ for quite a long memorable opportunity in my life. I still convey thanks time. We exchanged our thoughts about the well planned to Bob and Daryl for spending their valuable time with Melbourne exchange programme, the value of being us at the MCG. selected for the event, the experience gained by standing We enjoyed a delicious dinner at a very popular Italian with quality umpires and the enjoyment of cricket. restaurant in the city with a gathering of 12 invitees from Furthermore, I asked about his First Class umpiring Cricket Victoria on Thursday. Dinner was fabulous and career and what sort of strategies he followed to become the conversation during the feed was so nice and friendly. a prudent umpire. He expressed his thoughts sensibly At the end of the meal Dave and I decided not to have which would support my umpiring career. After having breakfast because we were already full. an interesting and valuable conversation with Dave, We were invited to watch the finals of the Country I departed to my room with excitement as I knew that Week cricket at Albert Park by Phil at the dinner table. tomorrow will be another exciting day for me because Unfortunately we were unable to locate the venue therefore, we have already planned to visit the MCG, one of the my Sri Lankan friend who hosted the day for us decided greatest cricket venues in the world, with Mr Bob Parry to take Dave and me for lunch at Elephant Corridor and Mr Daryl Cox. which was a famous food parlour for Sri Lankan cuisine. “Tour de MCG” was fantastic because I have never been to After the meal I felt very sorry for Dave because his face this gigantic venue in my life. Dave and I followed the two became reddish like a red capsicum as he ate spicy food. gentlemen from CV to the umpires’ and match referees’ Later on he admitted that he really enjoyed the taste of room and were introduced to the match referee and to the food at Elephant Corridor. Thanks Dave, you are a the on-field umpires who were the match officials for the very good companion.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 29 On Saturday night I was invited to a musical show Have you realised that to become a good cricket in Melbourne which was organized by the Old Boys’ umpire first you should become a very good person? Association of a very famous School in Sri Lanka, where Without any hesitation my answers for the above questions I had the opportunity to sing a Sri Lankan solo song in were “yes”. front of the audience of 150. Before winding up my story I should like to thank Mr Bob I got onto the flight to NZ with the sweet and exciting Parry, the Umpiring Manager for Cricket Victoria and memories of the Melbourne Exchange on Sunday. During his staff for arranging everything nicely during my stay the flight to Auckland my mind started recalling and in Melbourne and for sending the tour report to ACUSA. questioning the following: I take this opportunity to thank all umpires who were Do you realize the way a professional organization involved with us during the entire programme and also plans a programme? thanks for your valuable thoughts about cricket umpiring. I should also like to thank ACUSA and the Executive Do you notice the way a professional institute Committee for keeping faith in me and nominating and welcomes and treats their invitees generously? approving me for the exchange programme. I convey my Do you realise that you will be able to boost your thanks to Mr David Reid from Canterbury who gave me knowledge when shuffling with professionals? excellent company during the tour. Lastly, I should like to Do you accept that your abilities of umpiring cricket thank all umpires of ACUSA for their support during my improve rapidly when you deal with quality cricket? career and also appreciate the help of Auckland Cricket Association for arranging the air tickets for my journey. Many thanks.

Jayath Batuwangala

Christchurch to Melbourne The first thing that hit me after arriving in Melbourne The day’s play was centered around a score of 138 by a was the heat; standing outside the terminal it was like Footscray batsman who rode his luck (bowled once, bail someone had left the heater on. I was met by Bob Parry did not dislodge, and dropped a few times) and went on from Cricket Victoria and we travelled into the city to make an excellent and by stumps at 6.21 the and to the Mantra on Jolimont which was to be my team had made a score of 320+ in 90 overs. The teams accommodation for the next nine days. and umpires were very well looked after both on and off the field. Dennis looked after our drinks on the hour with During the evening I was contacted by Dan Bomford, lemon drink a far cry from Christchurch. who was to be my partner for the Premier two-day game between Richmond and Footscray Edgewater and we My impression of the first days play was that both teams made arrangements to meet for breakfast at the hotel got on and played good hard cricket, and accepted umpire on Saturday. decisions. The next day dawned a fine day with temperatures In the evening Dan, Bernadette and I had dinner and expected to reach mid-thirties—yay! I had breakfast with rehydrated with a mixture of water and light beer at a Dan and his wife Bernadette and then off to the game at Mexican restaurant on one of the popular meeting streets Central Reserve for a 12.00 start. I was introduced to the in Melbourne. captains, scorers and club members. Dan and I did our The next day was hotter than the previous so I decided boundary walk with two laps of the ground. The ground to take in the sights of Melbourne. I walked across the is a new venue and the clubrooms are very new. bridge and jumped on one of the free trams and travelled around. I even had my first swim for the year exposing

30 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Dan Bomford and David ready to take the field Richmond Cricket Club’s new pavillion my skinny white legs in the pool back at the hotel. I was The next day I was picked up by Russell Turner and taken contacted by my partner for the first day of Country Week, in a different direction to the ground of the Carlton Phillip Shanahan, and we arranged to meet in the foyer. Cricket Club. The teams for this game were Geelong and Mornington Peninsula. The day was gloomy with Monday arrived like the previous day but a fraction hotter. threat of misty rain which proved to be correct, causing I was picked up by Phil and we travelled to Camberwell a delayed start. With playing conditions book in hand for the game between Murray Valley and Mornington we made calcalculations which meant a 42-over game for Peninsula. During our boundary walk we discussed the both sides. We took to the field with mist around and it playing conditions for the week and the vagaries of PCs was not long before the umpire team came together as (one-day game with two-day rules). I had an excellent players were slipping and we left the field. This is where game with Phil and the game came down to the last over. the playing conditions state that any further reduction in The park was short on one side but numerous catches overs comes off the team batting second which is in my were taken on that side. Both teams played it hard and opinion a bit strange and unfair for second team.The team shook hands after game. They thanked the umpires for from Geelong made 103 all out and so Morington had 21 their day’s work. The meals and facilities at ground were overs to make the total. It was an exciting run chase with excellent. strokes all round the ground the total was reached in 18

Club house and umpire team at Camberwell Cricket Ground

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 31 Russell and David at Carlton misty rain in background and so they batted out the remaining overs for the win. that players over here use their bats more often? The over I gave my first LBW decision in this game. Both captains rates in this match were way above expectations and we were great to deal with during GWL discussions and had an early finish. Then we had to negotiate the rush accepted our figures and just got on and played. hour traffic home to the hotel—what a nightmare, I don’t know how they do it. Not my cup of tea here from a rural That evening I had dinner with Jayath Batuwangala the Canterbury perspective. Another wonderful day out and Auckland exchange umpire and had a very good chat and fantanastic meals at ground by the ladies. shared a lot of experiences. So that was my Country week over. I had three wonderful I was contacted by my next partner Graham Slater and days with three very good umpires. made arrangements to be picked up and taken to the next game at the home ground of Footscray Edgewater which The next two days were free. Jayath and I had arranged is adjacent to the Flemington racecourse. to meet Bob and Daryl at Cricket Victoria which was just

Footscray Edgewater Pavilion with Flemington Racecourse in background

The teams for the next match were teams that I had met up the road, for a coffee and a chat. Bob showed us some previously—Murray Valley and Geelong. MV batted footage of JB recorded with special glasses taken at his first and scored 167/8 in 50 overs. In reply Geelong made game on Saturday—these would be a great training tool 177/5 and in this game I gave my second LBW of the trip. in Canterbury. We were then taken up to the MCG for a It must be noted that there had not been many appeals tour and we met Bob Stratford the match manager and so far on trip; does it mean that the pitches are true or the two on field umpires for the game Tony Ward and

32 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Geoff Joshua. They were getting ready for day four of the Stratford and listened to on field commentary between Sheffield Shield game, Victoria v Queensland. During umpires. Dog poo came into the converstaion and how our tour we were lucky to be able to sit in the 3rd umpire to log it on match report—other maybe. Jayath and I had room straight above the pitch and have the next best seat a great look around the ground and were lucky to meet in the ground. Here we had a good discussion with Bob the umpires as they came off the ground for lunch. Jayath and myself at MCG along with some action from the middle (note how back umpire is positioned) Later that evening we were joined for dinner by umpiring ground. Later in the evening Bernadette joined Dan and colleagues, some wives and invited guests, at an Italian I for dinner and the day finished and so the tour. restaurant for a sumptuous banquet that was beyond belief This exchange was benefical to my umpiring as it took in quantity—enough for everyone including household me out of my comfort zone. It meant dealing with heat, pets. Jayeth and I were presented with VCAUSA ties and different players and playing conditions. It showed me books by Trevor Finlayson, the President. Short speeches what a huge job it is in getting umpires appointed for were made on both sides. What a great evening. Bob four grades and a women’s competition—all done by Bob Parry gave us some more gear as stocking fillers—like Parry and Daryl Cox. Christmas all over again. Bob was trying to get us to pay excess baggage at the airports and only just failed! Keeping hydrated throughout the day’s play made me concentrate harder despite the immense heat. Friday was the last free day to do last minute shopping/ sightseeing before day two of the game. My suggestion to my umpiring colleagues on this side of the Tasman is make sure you experience this as it will The last day’s umpiring of the exchange started the same as make you a better umpire of that I am sure. previous Saturday with breakfast with Dan. We travelled to ground for another great day’s umpiring. Richmond Thanks again to Bob, Daryl, Dan, Bernadette, Phil, Russell, did not bat to expectation and so Footscray won on 1st Graham, VCAUSA, and especially Tony Scott for making innings. Yet again we were very well catered for at the this possible.

Overnight accommadation, The Old Melbourne jail or the Mantra (You choose)

David Reid

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 33 Melbourne to Auckland Being the Victorian representative to the NZ National Albert Ground but with rooms for six teams) would be Club Championships is certainly great experience for set opposite One Tree Hill. From the pavilion from left a young and emerging umpire. You get to stand with to right, the grounds get smaller until the boundaries on extremely competent colleagues, you see players that ground #3 are barely 30 metres from the pitch near the you certainly haven’t seen before, in conditions that are scorers’ table, but are somewhere about the 60–70 metres quite different to anywhere in Melbourne. where it intersects the pitch on ground #2. Ground #2 is quite obviously the most dangerous place to be with Cornwall Park is unique to anyone from CV. It is a setting three games in progress; there is nowhere to hide, and that is reminiscent of Como Park but rather larger with it can be quite distracting. I understand that this setup three grounds with hugely overlapping and odd-shaped is not uncommon around NZ, although two grounds is boundaries, and the pavilion (vaguely similar to the a more usual layout. Day 1: Kaipara Flats (Northern District) v Parnell (Auckland) with Fred Nathras on #1 oval I met Fred the previous day when he rescued me when lacking depth—they rattled off 145/3 in 29 overs, but the I managed to get lost actually within sight of our wheels came off and they were bowled out in the 48th for accommodation in Takapuna, and told me he’d look 210. A first for me in the innings. The first six for the week after me and I was on Oval #1 with him and that I was sailed over my head at square leg and there was heard a at the pavilion end. I can tell you that the first boundary thud and an outraged “Baaa!!!” from one of the woollier pulled past Fred from ground #2 ensured that in my eyes members of the crowd—only in NZ! his first decision of the day was a correct one. I stayed Kaipara Flats replied with a very comfortable 213/1 in 38 out on the opposite side as often as I could all day. Due overs and we went from being the last game in to lunch to to the habit of umpires carrying their own stumps to the second game finished, a rather fine first-class player, games, no-one seemed to have given thought to the Brad Wilson, getting his 100 with a six to win the game. implications of having three visiting umpires without a The one dismissal of the innings—a stumping off a wide set on morning one, so there was some drama finding on the 1st ball of an over at my end. My conclusion was it stumps of the same length. In the end Jayath Batuwangalla was too early in the week to start making fun of anyone’s spent his morning off running about finding a set for accent, so a very carefully pronunciation of “six balls to yours truly and setting them up for me minutes before go” to the new striker. The South African at square leg play was due to start. referred to me as Aussie for the rest of the week. I was told by the Auckland guys in the rooms that Parnell were a good local side, except that their first-class players weren’t available for this week. They had the look of a side Day 2: Eastern Suburbs (Wellington) v Kaikorai (Otago) with Adrian West on #2 A day of no great expectation, Kaikorai were bowled and we are away on the ground with boundary lines and out for 76 on day 1, and were finished by 2.30pm. They 30m circles everywhere. were observed starting the post-match drinks by 3.00pm, The first three batsmen managed to dismiss themselves by and the first player to arrive at day 2 breakfast came in playing the ball onto their stumps, but for the rest of the with beer in hand. A cunning Australian umpire makes time played at a constant six runs per over. The innings his first port of call the equipment bag and finds three followed an almost predictable path—no partnership stumps that appear similar; unfortunately, he doesn’t hide reached 50 and Easts were bowled out for 255 in 49 overs them well enough and a certain NZ first class umpire is in 3½ hours. Only one batsman got 50, no one getting observed laughing as he puts his stumps in. Kaikorai more than two wickets. captain Iain Robertson calls tails, gets put into the field

34 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 No surprise to any of the umpires—our innings has the the slow over rate, our game gets reduced to only 35 overs slowest over rate and we are last to lunch again. Shortly with a target score of 179. Iain Robertson and one of the after the interval, the rain that I’ve been expecting ever openers are the only ones to get to double figures, and since I heard that North Island was in drought arrives. Robertson hits two sixes in the final over to bring up his The rain blows over in no time, and there hardly seems 100 and win the game with two wickets in hand in the to be a need to consider the state of the ground—the darkest conditions I’ve ever continued play in. volcanic soil just absorbs the water in no time. Due to Day 3: Marist United (Central Districts) v Kaikorai (Otago) with Dave Peterson on #1 Back to #1, but I’m taking the other end this time and Kaikorai’s Iain Robertson calls tails again, loses the toss nothing is going to distract me (yeah, right!). Got a real and has to field. More shocking over rates and we’re last class act at the other end; Dave ends up being the umpire to lunch 3½ hours later with Marist United 262/7 off 50 of the week and clearly has great player rapport. No overs. Captain Ryan Fleming for Marist finishes with a surprise that he’s done first class cricket, and I could almost controlled 74*, and Dan Duke took 3/49. The rain comes forgive him for his brazen theft from the previous day. just four overs into the 2nd innings, and because this game The pitches on #2 and #3 have been changed to adjacent is so far behind we don’t have time to achieve a minimum pitches, and the pitch on #1 will change tomorrow. number of overs once the rain stops. Following our lead, the other two games are eventually also abandoned without a result. Day 4: Rest day What does one do in Auckland on a warm sunny day? See as that from Sky Tower, but all you can see of the cricket the market, see the harbour, see the view at Sky Tower. is the luminous yellow shirts that they gave the umpires Well, then you decide that if the 12th men for various to wear. Sanity then prevails, and you call Fred to come teams have been running up One Tree Hill every day, then and collect you and you spend the rest of the afternoon surely an umpire should climb the thing properly—from watching the cricket. In the evening the Otago visitor, sea level at the ferry terminal it is approximately 12kms if David Hiroki, tried to pick out some good horses at the you follow the Coast-to-Coast path. And when you get to nearby Alexandra Park; we came to the conclusion that the top of the hill the view in all directions is as amazing he was selecting them for their behaviour, not their speed. Day 5: Kaikorai (Otago) v Parnell (Auckland) with Hiran Perera on #3 All six sides went into the day with the chance to play Kaikorai were then done over with the ball in 22 overs in the 1st/2nd final tomorrow, with the exception of for 98 by Lockie Ferguson 4/44 off eight overs and Mike Parnell. Kaikorai’s Iain Robertson doesn’t get to call at Ravlic 6/35 off 10. It was certainly the best and most the toss today, but it doesn’t matter as Dave Goddard hostile spell of bowling for the week and was virtually for Parnell calls correctly and asks Kaikorai to field first unplayable. It lead to a most remarkable field setting that at the “boutique ground”. No one has made 300 on this would take some beating—for a couple of overs Ferguson ground this year and they regularly hit scores there into bowled with one slip about 20m back, a deep backward the 400s, and it quickly becomes apparent that this game point, and four third men (placed on the 30m circle, isn’t going to be one to break any records. At 104/5 in 25 which was about 30cm inside the boundary). One 6 was overs, even 200 looked a long way off. Due to picking off struck between 2nd and 3rd 3rd man off a genuine edge; the short boundaries, 47 were added for the 10th another slogged 6 struck from the other end never got in five overs and that got Parnell to a respectable 228/9. above waist high before clearing the mid-wicket boundary. Wil Deerness managed 10 overs for 1/31, and Dan Duke got 10 overs for 3/46.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 35 Day 6: 3rd/4th Final Eastern Suburbs (Wellington) v Kaikorai (Otago) with Peter Gasston on #2 Kaikorai had the early finish again yesterday and made has 70 umpires on the list but has trouble finding 20 to the most of it. If their on-field was as competitive as their do games each week. I wonder whether the extremely off-field, they would be world club champions. Needless loud and prolonged appeals that we heard all week are to say, Kaikorai’s Iain Robertson called tails, lost the a result of the level of umpiring these clubs regularly toss and was asked to field first. I don’t think he actually experience. On many occasions appeals were heard over heard that the first time due to the unprintable language five seconds, and there was one player who regularly had he was using about “why do we bother having the toss?” to take breath in the middle of his appeals, so long and I think his team agreed with him. loud were they—certainly not acceptable in CV, but I got looks of surprise when I mentioned it to colleagues. The first Eastern wicket fell at 207 at the end of the 18th over with Jeremy Dean having made 117 off 66 balls. His I am told that the conditions were affected by the ‘drought’. opening partner Ben Orton was out in the next over for It may have been a little rough, but there didn’t seem to 87 off 47 balls. At the end of the 22nd over still going at be any problem with grass coverage. The pitches used 11 runs per over, Iain asked me hopefully: “I think the were rather green, and possibly could have been used all guys could use a drink?”; it gave me the opportunity to week instead of changing after day 3. Compliments made reply that in my opinion the last thing some of his players to the curator and his team of two were well deserved— needed was another drink. they prepared six really fair pitches, managed to put the covers on and off three grounds almost simultaneously, With contributions from Andrew Fullerton-Smith (61* off and dealt with the multiple teams and umpires with ease. 69), Mario Stols (40 off 20), Ricky Joseph (12* off the last 6) and 45 extras, Eastern Suburbs eventually finished at I would like to thank all the umpires I met in the week, 406/9—the only 400+ score for the week. Wil Deerness especially those I stood with. It was interesting to see retired from playing after 10 overs with 1/107, Ricky Black and hear how others perform our craft. Special mention finished with 10 overs 2/109, Dan Duke got 2/61, and Iain should be made of Fred Nathras—he made it clear from Robertson took a remarkable 2/24 off 10. 50 overs took the start that he was there to look after the visitors, and 218 minutes today, but probably only about 190 minutes you couldn’t fault his efforts (although his video work of playing time and 28 of fetching. turns out to have been a little shaky!). And if you ask him for his advice, you could do a lot worse than to pay In reply, Ricky Joseph took 2 for 1 in the first over, and attention to what he has to offer. Kaikorai folded in 22 overs for 141. Ricky Joseph finished with 5/48 off 10. I would also like to thank Auckland Cricket and the Cornwall Cricket Club for hosting the In all, the week was very enlightening. The big concern championships—a remarkable event that they manage in NZ is the shortage of umpires; there appears to be very very well. I would like to thank Bob, Daryl and Cricket little interest in players going over to the dark side, and Victoria for the opportunity to be on this year’s exchange, the match fees there aren’t likely to be a great motivator. and I would hope that anyone on future exchanges get It must be a nightmare for the appointments officer who as much out of the trip as I did.

Malcolm Gunn

36 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Members’ Milestones

Career milestones Congratulations are extended to scorers and umpires Association for 100 Cricket Victoria games (including who reached the following milestones during season Senior matches) and all further multiples of 50. 2012–13. Certificates are traditionally presented by the

400 Cricket Victoria Games 100 Cricket Victoria Games James Higgs Dale Ireland Gerry Schembri James Watson 350 Cricket Victoria Games John Collins Michael Symons 50 Cricket Victoria Games Russell Turner Stephen Brne Alfred Gaughan Kirthi Kumar David Lowe 300 Cricket Victoria Games Matt Nimmervoll Takashi Ohira Geoff Joshua Graeme Lloyd Scott Olufson Ange Sammartino Richard Patterson John Walker David Woodruff 250 Cricket Victoria Games 1st XI Milestones Chris Allan Tony Grace Mike Walsh (550) Shaun Rodgers (450) 200 Cricket Victoria Games Craig Davenport (400) Dan Bomford (300) Chris James Vincent McKernan Billy Lincoln (250) Ashley Barrow (150) Graham Slater Sam Sciacca (50) 150 Cricket Victoria Games Trevor Finlayson Dean Jones Sam Sciacca

Phil Gillespie: U17 Carnival I was very surprised and ecstatic to be offered the 4. Work to improve on technique/routine as identified opportunity to represent Cricket Victoria and the Victoria by Cricket Victoria; Cricket Association Umpires and Scorer’s Association 5. Develop routines between playing days to assist on in Tasmania, for the Under 17 National Championships. field. This will assist with routines for four day games. I saw this as a fantastic opportunity to improve my skills and continue my professional development. On 9 December I flew out of Melbourne and arrived in Hobart at around 3.00pm. I immediately drove to Prior to the tournament, I studied the playing conditions, Blundstone Arena for the pre tournament umpires (both one and two day) and made a list of goals I hoped conference chaired by Denis Burns. It was there that to achieve. They were: I met my fellow umpires for the tournament, who were: 1. Meet new umpires and learn from their experiences. Mark Ferris – ACT Enjoy their company both on and off the field; Jeremy Sten – NT 2. Utilise Cricket Australia expertise with regards to Ben Treloar – NSW training and development; Jayvan Ruddock-Collins – QLD Cain Kemp – SA 3. Enjoy the tournament and the development Simon Burns – TAS opportunities offered; Chris McCann – WA

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 37 We were briefed on the administrative side of the All you can do is all you can do; tournament and then headed to our accommodation, The Self talk (Nigel Llong) – Get this ball right – Watch – Old Woolstore. We were fortunate enough to be staying Foot – Ball; in the same accommodation as the Australian Test team who were due to play Sri Lanka on the following Friday. If something worries you, do something about it I was also fortunate to be sharing a room with Cain immediately; Kemp, in his second year of umpiring from the SACA. Don’t be someone you’re not; He is a terrific bloke, although an Essendon supporter Do what works for you; and I keep in touch with him regularly. Calls – be positive. On Day 1 I umpired Victoria v ACT with Jeremy Sten at the Kingston Twin Ovals. This is one of the most Both umpires were extremely positive about umpiring picturesque grounds I have seen. On one side are beautiful and sharing their thoughts and experiences. It was a mountains and rolling hills and the other the ocean. It memorable 45 minutes. was a pleasure to umpire at this ground. For Victoria, At the conclusion of this discussion we conducted a Pat McKenna, brother of Lachie McKenna from Carlton session on feedback. Some key questions you need to and Taylor Tatterson batted well. Ironically, I played a lot ask yourself on feedback and self assessments included: of cricket against Taylor’s father Neil who was a terrific What will you do today to improve your umpiring? country cricketer, which made me feel somewhat old. With the ball, Guy Walker from Footscray Edgewater How will you work on your game? bowled beautifully taking 2/9. Victoria comfortably won What feedback do you want? the game. Will you be honest with yourself? On Day 2, I umpired with my good mate Cain Kemp Self assessment – What went well? What didn’t? How from South Australia. We umpired the WA v ACT match can I improve? at the Newtown Oval. ACT batted first making 193 on a good wicket with Bevan Bennell bowling with good pace, Even if you lose, don’t lose the learning; taking three wickets. This was never going to be enough Dwell on disappointment for 24 hours only; with Cam Steel (61 from 75 balls) and Jake Carder (66 Mental toughness – Being in control of your emotions – from 68 balls) helping WA to a comfortable victory. NOT letting your emotions control you. On Wednesday we had our first Training and Development The following day we commenced two day fixtures. Session with Denis Burns. He is a fantastic educator who I umpired WA v QLD with Mark Ferris from the ACT. has just taken up a position with the ICC. Although it is Mark is an accomplished umpire with a big future. WA a huge loss for Cricket Australia, it is of greater benefit won the toss and batted first compiling 283 with half to cricket umpiring in general. centuries to Clinton Hinchcliffe and Bevan Bennell. Fast At the start of the meeting the group was both shocked bowler was the best of the bowlers taking and excited to have ICC umpires Nigel Llong and Tony 3/48. In reply, QLD were far too good with captain Sam Hill join our meeting. They spoke to us for 45 minutes Heazlett making 95 in his teams 9/307. and it was a fantastic opportunity to listen and learn On the Saturday we had a rest day, so as a group we from two of the best umpires in the world. From the attended the Test match at Blundstone Arena. In a day discussion, I noted the following points: heavily affected by rain, we were fortunate enough to Don’t set yourself up for something that might not happen; witness Mike Hussey make his final hundred for Australia. Be grateful for what you are picked for; On 96 he pulled a ball straight down the throat of a Sri Lankan fielder, who spilt that catch, with the ball trickling Keep presenting;

38 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 over the boundary to bring up his 100. Despite the events Visualisation (positive reinforcement); leading up to his 100, it was a fine innings. Training (improved learning); My fourth match was a top of the table clash between Meetings; undefeated Victoria and Queensland with Chris McCann from WA. Victoria won the toss and batted. A 48 run Research; last wicket stand between Kieran Elliot (35) and Ejaaz Introspection/Self-evaluation; Alavi from Fitzroy Doncaster (19*) somewhat rescued the Teamwork (planned response and utilising experience). innings, giving Victoria a total of 184. In reply Queensland was cruising at 4/144. Enter Guy Walker (3/27) and One key quote from this session: The measure of a man Ejaaz Alavi (2/35) who took 4/0 between them leaving is not taken at times of comfort and convenience. It is Queensland reeling at 8/144. Eventually Queensland taken at times of controversy and challenge. was bowled out for 170. In it’s seconds innings Victoria In my last match I had the battle for second between managed 2/150 with Matt Short (Northcote) blazing 102* Queensland and NSW with Ben Treloar from NSW. from 114 balls. Queensland won the toss and elected to bat compiling At the conclusion of this match, Denis conducted another 225 on the back of half centuries from Sam Heazlett and Training and Development session. The majority of the Tom Healey, son of legend Ian Healey. Medium pacer session concentrated on perception and key learnings Dugald Holloway bowled tight collecting figures of 4/41. included: In reply NSW was far too good with , Zach Churchill and Thomas Jagot all registering half centuries Managing external perceptions through— in their total of 6/310. Stance; Victoria won the championship with Guy Walker named Head position; player of the series. Since my return I have been fortunate Fitness; enough to umpire Guy and Matt Short in 1st grade matches. Both are fantastic cricketers and along with Alertness; Ejaaz Alavi have big futures. Weight distribution; I would like to thank Cricket Victoria and in particular Concentration. Bob Parry and Daryl Cox for the opportunity to officiate in these championships. The opportunity to listen and Perception is reality; learn from ICC Elite umpires and the teachings of Denis Success is not just personal—involve others in your Burns have given me a greater insight into what is required success; at elite level. I am also grateful for the opportunity to Embrace feedback for continual improvement. umpire with some fantastic people and look forward to season 2013–14. We also discussed preparation prior to matches and the different types which included:

Phil Gillespie

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 39 Graeme Lloyd: reflecting on a career My playing days were over due to age, injury, family, lack Greatest change has to be T20—unfortunately we now of the urge to go into battle each Saturday to fight my have to regard cricket as a business for the consumers to enemies for control of the pitch with only a 5.5 ounce enjoy rather than a pastime for the participants to enjoy. piece of leather as my weapon against those helmeted Changes? Retrospective knighthood to F.S. Trueman. and padded individuals whom the Laws blessed as the All of the cricketing knights are batsmen or all-rounders. favoured ones, to be given the advantage at all times Seriously, the success of T20 has seen the demise of the Test where uncertainty reigned. My objective was to umpire match batter—in my opinion. Also, I believe players are in the Ringwood Association so I did the winter course coming into the CV teams with no experience of having and for laughs, applied to the VCA. to play long innings as in junior comps you retire at 20 or Someone withdrew so I got a call to go to the MCG that 30 or even 15 in local T20 games. As a kid our top batsmen very night for a meeting. Last one on that year and have batted all morning if they could. You had to find a way been there ever since. to get them out. So I would be providing opportunities for the best junior players to play together regularly—not What keeps me interested and involved, gives me a buzz just at annual carnivals. Each Metro Association should etc? Quite simply, it is observing the battle between bat have elite teams playing every weekend to ensure that our and ball. I love seeing the bowlers on top, swinging the batsmen can bat for eternity if necessary and to make sure ball or spinning it sharply. I love arriving at a ground our bowlers can challenge them all day. I would also make to see a grassy pitch with a touch of moisture. These are the CV 4th XI the Dowling Shield. Have a senior player bowlers’ pay days after having to bowl on highways or as captain/coach and the rest the kids learning the game. grassless, dead tracts of clay. I love a batsman with the attitude, “I am here to make runs—quickly”. I get a buzz Milestones give you a chance to reflect on what you from seeing the new chaps we mentor climb the ladder have achieved for yourself and also to ask yourself the to the next level. question, “What have I given back to the game?” It also gives you the opportunity to remember the terrific bunch Best game ever? My first game in the seconds at of umpiring colleagues with whom you have associated Dandenong. The pitch offered something and the bowlers over the journey. You couldn’t have achieved it without were hunting. It was great. Dandenong was a great pitch them and they would have achieved nothing without you. in those days. I can remember getting into trouble for giving it a 0 one day when 1 was the top mark. 6/270 off My 300th was the milestone to which I had been aspiring 83 overs, ball screaming and climbing off the pitch and for the past few years—my Everest I suppose. What the batsmen were prepared to take it on. Well worth a 0. follows is a bonus. The curator told me years later that he had the match report pinned in his shed.

Graeme Lloyd

40 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Easter in Adelaide

Convenor’s Report The flagship event on the VCAUSA calendar of events Easter Sunday: Family Day and KC Butler Trophy is the biennial Easter exchange visit with SACUSA. Competition This year members of the VCA Umpires and Scorers • Sports oval at Tea Tree Gully. Association travelled to Adelaide to be hosted by their South Australian counterparts in the 82nd year of this • Global Games activities suitable for all ages were event. Members and their families were accommodated conducted. at the Adelaide Meridien Hotel and Apartments, situated • A hot roast lunch was served at 1pm. in Melbourne Street, North Adelaide. • Drinks (soft and alcohol) provided throughout The official program of activities over the Easter weekend the day. included: Monday: Farewell Breakfast Good Friday: Welcome Dinner • Breakfast served from 8.00am at Adelaide • Adelaide Meridien Function Room. Meridien • A three course dinner and drinks from 6.00pm. • Final speeches and departure. • Introduction to the Victorian and SA cricket The Victorian contingent of around 45 people had a very teams. enjoyable experience at all the functions and events. • Guest speaker was Kristen Thomas on the history The master of ceremonies for both dinners was former of the R.M. Crockett Shield. Australian Test umpire and SACUSA Life Member, Daryl Harper who happily entertained the audience Easter Saturday: VCAUSA v SACUSA Cricket with his endless array of cricket stories and anecdotes. Match Congratulations to the playing members of the SACUSA • At Scotch College, Torrens Park in Adelaide. team who recaptured the prized R.M. (Bob) Crockett Shield on Easter Saturday by 53 runs. On Sunday, the • Match commenced 10.30am, 45 overs each side. South Australians also secured the most number of • Light lunch including soft drinks was served at points to enable them to win the coveted Keith C. Butler 1pm. memorial trophy. This was a traditional Easter Family Saturday Evening: Presentation Dinner Fun Day event and provided another opportunity for the two southern states to battle it out, this time with the • Adelaide Meridien Function Room. help of families and Crockett Shield spectators. Literally, • Pre dinner drinks at 6:30pm. all ages joined in—from a one-year-old through to the • Three course meal and drinks, commenced more senior stalwarts of the festivities. Watching the 7.00pm. eight teams compete in all manner of ‘ball skill’ events proved hilarious. • Presentation of awards, trophies and R.M. Crockett Shield throughout.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 41 I would like to acknowledge the attendance and One of the real benefits of this Easter event is the participation of the following VCAUSA members interaction and exchange of ideas, information and including associate and Life Members at Easter: renewal of interstate friendships between members of both Associations. As a result of this experience, it is hoped Ray Isherwood that each Association will be stronger going forward and Luke Edwards that these benefits can continue into the future. South Trevor Finlayson Australia may have won the Crockett Shield this time but Alan McCarthy the real winner was goodwill and the spirit of Australian Ross Wilkinson cricket umpiring. Eric Kelly John Collins A special note of thanks to Lynton Donisthorpe and his Gerry Schembri fellow SACUSA organisers for their efforts in making the Dan Bomford weekend an organisational success. The commemorative Graeme Thies polo shirts and attendee name tags were certainly well Rod McKinnon received. I would also like to acknowledge the help Tony Ventura provided by two Victorian members who could not Ashley Barrow attend Easter. Peter Hooper for arranging to repair Zach Schloeffel the Butler Trophy and Bill Ellemor for organising the Alfred Gaughan Victorian awards and trophies presented on Saturday Chris Allan night. Thanks to Chris Allan and Eric Kelly for collecting Takashi Ohira and transporting the Shield to Adelaide and to Glenn Glenn Cumming Cumming for acting as our official photographer and Glenn Schache – First Easter property steward over the weekend. The cricket training Sahan Weerasekera – First Easter and pre match responsibilities were shared between John Richards – First Easter Trevor Finlayson, Tony Ventura and Alan McCarthy Stephen Pitts – First Easter while Ross “Cyril” Wilkinson acted as our match drinks waiter. The playing shirts were again organised by John It was also pleasing to have support for this traditional and Suzanne Collins and Suzanne also arranged the ladies Easter event from spouses and partners of attending gifts. Finally a special vote of thanks to Dan Bomford for members. all his support and assistance. Talk has already begun regarding venues for the 2015 Easter event which will be held in Victoria.

Gerry Schembri

42 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Captain’s Report Saturday, 30th March 2013 dawned dull and overcast. At Our innings started with Glen Schache and Alfred the picturesque Scotch College Oval in North Adelaide Gaughan facing Cotgrave and Tresize who were both we prepared for battle with the South Australians with quick and accurate. Cotgrave took the first wicket with four debutants in our Crockett Shield team. We welcomed Glenn Schache bowled in the third over. Alfred Gaughan Sahan Weerasekera, Stephen Pitts, John Richards and followed soon after for 5 and we were struggling at 2/8 Glenn Schache, who all received their caps before the from 5 overs. With some counterattacking by McCarthy start of play from President Trevor Finlayson. The pitch (19 from 43 balls and 3 fours) with support from Stephen was soft and with an overcast sky we won the toss and Pitts and Sahan Weerasekera (38 from 65 balls and bowled. Our plans required us to pitch the ball up to take 3 fours) the score reached 4/41. A 47 run partnership advantage of a two paced pitch. Unfortunately we bowled between John Richards (21 from 37 balls with 2 fours) a touch short and the Croweaters got away with the first and Weerasekera saw us to 5/88 from 29 overs. Despite wicket falling at 20. The SACUSA captain, Craig Thomas, the efforts of Tony Ventura (22 from 27 balls and 2 fours) teed off with four 4s as his first scoring shots. During we could only muster 8/138 at the end of our 45 overs. this time Rod McKinnon went down with a hamstring SACUSA had three players who were currently playing strain. A touch of brilliance saw Thomas caught by Dan as well as umpiring and the innings of SACUSA’s Jimmy Bomford at deep cover point off Stephen Pitts. Dan had Edwards at the top of the order proved to be the difference dived full length to his right and whilst horizontal plucked between the teams. Our fielding was commendable and the catch in both hands making SACUSA 2/66. at times brilliant while our bowling was steady. Four The bowling of Stephen Pitts and John Richards supported of our bats reached double figures but failed to convert by excellent fielding got us back in the game. Edwards good starts into 50s and that ultimately cost us the game. (57 from 83 balls) was out caught and bowled by John The hospitality of the South Australians made for a very Richards after anchoring their innings and they were enjoyable weekend for all Victorian players and supporters. now 5 down, losing two wickets on 104 after 26 overs. The camaraderie enjoyed by our team should ensure A 33 run partnership between Schulz and Drosd ended that we have a full complement of players striving for with Tony Ventura throwing down the stumps with an selection in 2015. The Victorian team would like to thank inspired piece of fielding leaving SACUSA 6/137 from 35 all of the families and supporters who cheered them on overs. Steady bowling from John Richards with support and all of the committee members of the VCAUSA who from Luke Edwards saw the opposition 8/156 off 40 overs. worked tirelessly with their SACUSA colleagues to bring The keeping of Alfred Gaughan was a feature throughout the event to life. The umpires John (VCAUSA) and Andy the innings conceding only 1 bye and taking a stumping (SACUSA) Collins did a fine job and the scorebooks were and a catch. SACUSA threw the bat in the last overs while accurately attended by Trevor Finlayson (VCAUSA) and taking quick singles and ended on 9/171 from 45 overs. Neil Ricketts (SACUSA). The fielding efforts of 12th men Dan Bomford, Chris Allan and Gerry Schembri were greatly appreciated. The VCAUSA awards went to: The bowling honours went to Stephen Pitts with 2/30 Stephen Pitts winning the Ian Stuart Bowling Award (9 overs), John Richards with 2/47 (8 overs) and Sahan Tony Ventura winning the Ray Isherwood Fielding Award Weerasekera with 1/21 (7 overs). Also taking wickets were and Sahan Weerasekera winning the Graeme Bugge Zach Schloeffel, Luke Edwards (bowling with a broken Batting Award. hand) and Tony Ventura. The McGregor Medal for Man of the Match was awarded to South Australia’s Jimmy Edwards.

Alan McCarthy

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 43 Crockett Shield SACUSA v VCAUSA Match Scorecard

SACUSA BATTING EDWARDS Caught & Bowled RICHARDS 57 WILLIAMS GAUGHAN WEERASEKERA 6 THOMAS Caught BOMFORD PITTS 24 MOHAN Bowled RICHARDS 12 WILLIAMSON LBW PITTS 3 DROSD Caught GAUGHAN VENTURA 20 SHULZ Run Out VENTURA 16 HARMER Caught SCHLOEFFEL EDWARDS 11 COTGRAVE Caught PITTS SCHLOEFFEL 14 KEMP 8 TRESIZE NOT OUT 14 Extras – 6 (1 B, 4 LB, 1 NB) Total (45 Overs) 9/191

VCAUSA BOWLING Bowler Overs Maidens Runs Wickets SCHLOEFFEL 7 1 32 1 WEERASEKERA 7 0 21 1 PITTS 9 1 30 2 EDWARDS 8 0 34 1 RICHARDS 8 0 47 2 OHIRA 3 0 9 0 VENTURA 2 0 13 1 VCAUSA BATTING SCHACHE Bowled COTGRAVE 0 GAUGHAN LBW COTGRAVE 5 McCARTHY LBW WILLIAMSON 19 PITTS Caught DAVIS 4 WEERASEKERA Caught KEMP 38 RICHARDS Caught MOHAN 21 SCHLOEFFEL LBW MOHAN 3 VENTURA NOT OUT 22 OHIRA Bowled TRESIZE 3 EDWARDS NOT OUT 1 McKINNON DID NOT BAT Extras – 22 (3 B, 7 LB, 11 W, 1 NB) Total (45 Overs) 8/138

SACUSA BOWLING Bowler Overs Maidens Runs Wickets COTGRAVE 9 3 24 2 TRESIZE 9 4 15 1 DAVIS 5 1 11 1 THOMAS 5 0 11 0 WILLIAMSON 4 0 22 1 MOHAN 9 0 27 2 KEMP 4 0 18 1

44 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Easter 2013: a partner’s perspective We started the Easter weekend by giving last minute The South Australians, relative youth and lack of injury, instructions to the teenagers. Anyone who heard we shone through and they left the field the victors for 2013. were leaving three teenager boys alone in the house over After a quick turn around the battle weary cricketers Easter assumed there would be wild parties and general smartened up and we all gathered for dinner and disorder. So with a leap of faith in the progeny we headed the presentations. Another night of good food, witty off. We arrived at the hotel and started to meet up with anecdotes and introductions from the amusing MC some fellow Victorians. When we checked in, we were Daryl Harper ensued. Awards were won, speeches made pleasantly surprised to find gifts in our room. As well as and much fun was had by all. The South Australians an information pack there was a commemorative shirt made the most of their bragging rights—I think Daryl, for John and chocolates and a handkerchief for me. That the MC, mentioned the number 53 about 53 times! The was a nice touch by Lynton, the Adelaide organiser—and conversation, wine and music flowed until the dancing Suzanne Collins who made the gifts herself! We then had began. There were a few goodbyes but most were heading about an hour to explore the local area around Melbourne out to the mystery activity the next day. Street (a fitting name for the Victorians’ accommodation). The Easter Bunny, in the guise of Trevor Finlayson, Mindful not to be late, as we all know umpires are distributed Easter eggs at breakfast and John as one of sticklers for time, we headed to the welcome dinner the appointed captains was busy trying to organise a conveniently located on another floor of the hotel. We team of eight for the activity of the day. Being new to all were made welcome as soon as we walked in by Adelaide this we naively thought we could sort this out on the day. and Melbourne people alike and chatted to a few people The more experienced had cunningly snapped up most before sitting down for dinner. The table placements had of those participating to form their own teams the night been well thought out and were an even mix from both before (yes that’s you Takashi and Glenn). Once at the States so we met quite a few people on that first night as oval, and while waiting for the rain to ease, we managed well as sitting with our friends Alan and Sue McCarthy. to sort out a team by recruiting Darrell Holt, Gerry and It was evident how many people knew each other from Sylvie Schembri and a couple of SA ring ins and then the previous years and kept coming back time after time to Global Games commenced. catch up with new and old friends because they enjoyed these Easter tournaments so much. Most people, mindful There were egg and spoon races, tunnel ball and various of the big match the next day, headed off in a timely fashion other competitive activities with a tug of war contest to so as to be well prepared for the day ahead. round out the day. Everyone threw themselves into it with great gusto and there were some hilarious moments. The big day dawned and we headed out to the picturesque One highlight occurred in the relay race that involved Scotch College. It was a cool and cloudy day and the carrying a soccer ball between the knees—Dan Bomford cricketers took to the field with a reasonable number of was clearly player of the match and Bernadette Bomford spectators cheering them on. I found myself watching appeared to hatch an egg from under her dress at the the whole match from the clubhouse verandah with a changeover. After all the points were tallied, the South couple of the Victorian players’ partners—Robbie (Glenn’s Australians were awarded the KC Butler trophy. fiancé) and Chandi (Sahan’s partner). As the day unfolded there was plenty of action with cracking shots, tumbles, This brought to an end our Easter weekend as we headed boundaries, flashy wickets, terrific catches, injuries (Rod’s home Sunday night (thankfully the house was much being the worst), sledging and all the drama that goes with as we had left it). Thanks to all involved for making us cricket. I was most impressed that Robbie, who is new most welcome and for a memorable and fun weekend. to cricket, stayed the whole day watching it all. Chandi, Special thanks to Jill and Trevor Finlayson for driving an experienced spectator, took many photos as a record us around and Gerry Schembri for organising from the of the memorable day. I had heard that the umpires take Victorian side. I feel as though I have many new friends this cricket match very seriously and as such the cricket from the weekend and look forward to catching up with was fiercely contested with the players giving their all. the Victorians at the upcoming VCAUSA dinner.

Jill Richards

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 45 2013 Easter

Easter functions Master of Ceremonies, Daryl Harper The Friday Welcoming Dinner

The umpires receive the Cronin Medal from Peter Cronin … … and the scorers receive the L&J Howard Medal from Darrell Holt

The Crockett Shield is presented to the winning captain, SACUSA Easter Co-ordinator Lynton Donisthorpe Craig Thomas from SACUSA

46 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 2013 Annual Dinner and Presentation Night

Life Member Peter Hooper and his sons Gregory and Ian Guest speaker Mick O’Sullivan

Social Organiser John Collins and wife Suzanne Life Member Graeme Thies and wife Margaret

Life Member Robin Bailhache and wife Jose Some of the new brigade, Phil Gillespie, Takashi Ohira and John Richards

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 47 2013 Annual Award Winners

The Andy Barlow Medal winner, Craig Hill The Ron Wright Medal winner, Adam Hawking (at left) with 3rd XI Final partner Alan Jones

The Dave Elder Medal winner, Stephen Brne The Jim Phillips Medal winner, Tony Ward

Bill Ellemor presents 400 games certificate to James Higgs … … and 350 games certificate to John Collins

48 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 A Tribute to James Higgs What attributes are displayed by the winner of the James displays a loyalty to his Club; his is a greater VCAUSA Cameron Scorer’s Award? contribution than just turning up to score; it includes What are the attributes of excellence in cricket scoring? participation in Club activities; and staying after the game to share in celebrations and commiserations. How did Jack Cameron Snr and Jack Cameron Jnr conduct themselves? James displays a friendly disposition, welcoming— especially towards his fellow scorers and umpires. The Camerons knew that they were a link between their team and the opposition; they were diplomatic and enjoyed He displays a dedication to scoring excellence—an the experience. They didn’t show their parochialism accurate, neat, complete scorebook. (although it definitely existed!); they kept their pleasure And he understands that mediocrity is doing the bare and pain in relation to the game to themselves. They minimum to just get through, and is not interested in didn’t get too excited when their team was dominating. that! His scoring is above and beyond the average. It is They kept in mind the feelings of the other scorer. They not surprising that Cricket Victoria has selected him to didn’t get too concerned if their team was facing defeat score at the First Class level. James Higgs began scoring (although that hurt!). with Cricket Victoria in 1992–93 and has scored 16 ODIs; When things got hectic when lots of runs were being 22 Sheffield Shield matches; 1 other First Class match; scored and wickets were falling—and when bowlers with and 26 List A matches. At Premier level he has scored short run-ups didn’t give them much of a spell between 296 first XI matches; 21 second XI matches; 19 third XI deliveries—they kept their cool and enjoyed the scoring matches; and 9 fourth XI matches—a grand total of 410 experience and remembered to keep checking with their matches to date. fellow scorer and communicated continuously. Congratulations James Higgs, Cricket Victoria and Like the Camerons, to James it’s more than an interest in Prahran First XI Scorer, and winner of the VCAUSA the game—rather, it’s a passion for the game! He knows the Cameron Scorer’s Award for 2012–13. game, the players, both home and opposition. His interest is for cricket, scoring, his Club—inside the scorebox and outside as well. He is a great professional, an excellent professional. That’s what the VCAUSA Cameron Scorer’s Award is presented for—excellent professionalism. Like the Camerons, he knows the Laws, knows the umpires, knows their signals, their idiosyncrasies. He greets the umpires and makes them welcome especially if an umpire is in his first First XI match, or new to Toorak Park. And he treats his fellow scorers similarly— with total respect.

The Cameron Medal winner, James Higgs

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 49 Vale: Ian McGregor Stuart (4.9.1924 – 13.2.2013)

Ian McGregor Stuart was born in Horsham on 27th September 1924, to George and Frances Doris Stuart. He was the eldest of four boys, the others being Alan, Ron and George. After a short time in Horsham, the family moved to Warracknabeal and it was here that at age four, Ian started school. A family move to Rosebery (on the Henty Highway) followed three years later and while in Rosebery, Ian met and formed lifelong friendships with Ken Mitchell and Don Keam. After obtaining his Merit Certificate at the age of 12 in 1936, he spent the next four years at Warracknabeal High School, obtaining his Leaving Certificate in 1940. Subsequently, the family moved to Melbourne where Ian’s first job was as a clerk with T.N. Chuck Wire, Fence and Gate Company in Brunswick. As this involved a lot of travel each day, he resigned and joined the Melbourne Harbour Trust Commission in September 1941. After his 18th birthday in 1942, Ian tried to enlist in the RAAF. As he was only 92 pounds (42kg) and 5 feet 2 inches, he did not pass the medical. Consequently his “war service” Ian Stuart at the last Easter exchange he attended, Easter 2011 in Ballarat was short lived so he returned to his job at the Harbour Trust. The Stuart family attended the Canterbury Presbyterian Church where they all became very involved and Ian and brother Alan joined the Presbyterian Fellowship Association. Around this time Ian started a course in Accountancy and passed the Intermediate examination in 1944. In 1948 he joined Agg and Duff as a junior in a Customs Agent business. This was the start of a very long and successful business career as a customs agent (later awarded Life Membership of the Customs Agents Institute of Australia and the Customs Brokers Council of Australia). At the suggestion of Mr Agg, the firm was later renamed Agg & Stuart. Ian first played cricket on matting at Myrtle Park in Balwyn. Although he was usually in one of the lower teams he was just happy to be playing. He took a few wickets with his slow, left-armers and made a few runs—highest score being 69 as a right-hand batsman. He also played a bit of football but noted that he was not “hunted” by VFL clubs. Many of Ian’s friend’s at church attended Scotch College or Presbyterian Ladies College and he was invited to some of the balls run by the Collegians—often held in the St Kilda Town Hall. The first time Ian asked out Joan Clayton to an Old Scotch Ball, she asked her mother if she could go, even though she was around twenty at the time—Ian didn’t know he had such a bad reputation! In December 1949 they became engaged and were married on 19th May 1951, at Surrey Hills Presbyterian Church.

50 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Ian and Joan rented a house in Canterbury and then a few months later moved to Grange Road, Preston. They joined the Preston Presbyterian Church where Ian was inducted as an elder on 13th September 1953. He joined the church cricket team but found it difficult to get to practice on account of work commitments. First son, Neil, was born in October 1953 and the following year brother Donald arrived. It was also at this time that Ian decided to have a go at cricket umpiring. He attended winter classes conducted by former bodyline umpire, George Hele, and was then interviewed by the Victorian Cricket Association Pennant Committee which included Jack Ryder. Ian began professional umpiring in 1955, commencing with third XI games. It was about four years before he became a first-grade umpire. His first appointment was to a third XI match between Northcote and Richmond. It was not long before he realised the difference between playing and umpiring. When a bowler managed to bypass the bat and thump the ball into the pads of the opening batsman, there was a concerted appeal from all, including one umpire—Ian. Naturally, the index finger had to be raised! While in Preston, Ian also became a referee with the Victorian Basketball Association. In December 1956, Ian and Joan bought a house at Lot 16, Larch Crescent, Mount Waverley and moved there in February 1957. It was the first house in a new estate and the road was unsealed. A lot of time was spent preparing the front and back gardens. As there was no Presbyterian Church in the area and they did not have a car, Ian and Joan commenced attending the High Street Road Methodist Church. After a few months a number of Presbyterians living in the area got together and made plans to start a Presbyterian Church in Syndal. Ultimately, two blocks were purchased in Larch Crescent and a new building for worship was built. So began for Ian and Joan, a very long and involved connection with Syndal Presbyterian Church and later High Street Road Uniting Church. Ian also undertook a Dale Carnegie course and in doing so he was invited by one of his classmates to attend the inaugural meeting of the Apex Club of Oakleigh. In 1959 he was elected President. He excelled in his involvement in Apex until having to retire in 1965. He was awarded Life Membership for his outstanding community service. Round 3 in season 1958–59 was Ian’s first opportunity to umpire first XI cricket. His first Sheffield Shield match was Victoria vs South Australia with Bill Smyth. They were paid two pounds ten shillings per day. According to Ian, Bill was inspirational in his encouragement. In 1961–62 he umpired Victoria vs Queensland. West Indian fast bowler, , played in this game. To quote Ian: “The Victorian First XI District umpire, Ian Stuart, at the toss innings began with Wes Hall bowling from the with and Keith Stackpole southern stand end. Back in those days the ‘no-ball’ (1971–72 season) was adjudged on the position of the back foot at the instant of . The first ball Wes bowled was

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 51 being returned by by the time I had adjusted my vision to see what happened at the other end. Thinking that discretion was the better part of valour, I decided to let Wes put his feet where he liked until I got used to his pace which Bill Lawry considered was faster than he had bowled the previous season, the famous 1960–61 tour.” Ian also umpired the 1961–62 Boxing Day match between Victoria and New South Wales. During the game he gave Victorian batsman, Compton, run out and to quote from the following day’s Sun: “The crowd hooted and counted out umpire Ian Stuart, who gave Compton out on what must have been a very close decision.” Next batsman in was Ray Jordan and as brought several fieldsmen in (according to Ian) “the spectators appeared to forget me and turned their abuse on Benaud—much to my relief.” Third son, Alan was born in 1961, to complete the family. In 1962 Ian and Bill Smyth umpired the MCC vs Australian XI match. Mid-afternoon on the second day, an appeal against the light was dismissed and play continued until a thunderstorm finally brought the day to a close. Members of the press on the following day wrote: “The name of the farce was midnight madness. You needed 20:20 night vision to see it. The light was as dim as a dim sim and Ian Stuart and Bill Smyth must be decent carrot eaters.” Ian remarked that it was a tremendous thrill to have “rubbed shoulders” with such greats as Barrington, Cowdrey, Sheppard and Trueman and to be accepted by them. Ian umpired until the end of the 1978–79 season after 227 first XI matches, including three finals, 1961–62, 1962–63 and 1963–64, all with the legendary Bill Smyth at the other end. He also umpired 10 Sheffield Shield matches and four international matches. He was very much involved in the VCA Umpires’ Association in many ways. He was President through five terms, 1968–69 and then 1975–76 to 1978–79, was appointed a Life Member in 1973 and continued as a regular attendee at meetings and social events, including the biennial Easter exchange with the South Australian Umpires’ Association, until his later years. He was also involved in lecture tours and acted as the Umpires’ Advisor to the Eastern Suburban Churches Cricket Association for over 30 years. (He was elected to Life Membership and the Ian Stuart medal was struck in recognition of his outstanding contribution.) Ian extended his interest in cricket beyond umpiring, He was a foundation member of the Australian Cricket Society (Melbourne Branch) and after serving in a number of roles was elected Chairman in 1975 and remained in that role until 1983. He was also an active and enthusiastic member of the Crusaders, the Lord Taverners, the VCA 200 Club and the XXIXers. He was later presented with Life Membership of the Australian Cricket Society, included in the Honour roll of the Crusaders, and awarded the Australian Sports Medal. In 1972, Joan and Ian joined with 18 males of the Australian Cricket Society, on their first overseas trip. Again in 1977, accompanied by son Alan, they went on another world trip and were joined in the UK by son, Neil, for a couple of weeks of touring and cricket watching. Ten years later, Ian and Joan went on a Crusaders tour to England where Ian umpired many games. One of the first of these was at Uxbridge where Middlesex play some of their county matches. Further tours with the Crusaders followed, giving Ian the opportunity to umpire at grounds such as Arundel castle, Windsor Castle, Eton College and Royal Ascot. Ian and Joan’s first grandchild, Matthew, arrived in 1982 and was followed two years later by the second, Amanda. The death of their son Donald, in 1985 came as a terrible shock to the family. Granddaughters Kate and Aimee were born in 1989 and 1991. An offer was made to amalgamate Agg & Stuart with another agent. This offer was accepted and Ian continued working until 1996. He was also involved with another company, Air Sea Customs Services and he retained an interest in the business until full-time retirement in May 1999.

52 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 20th May 2001 marked Ian and Joan’s 50th wedding anniversary which was celebrated with 40 friends and relatives. Three weeks later, however, Joan suffered a severe stroke. As a consequence, Ian took over the domestic duties and learned to operate the washing machine, etc. He continued to maintain his garden which was always colourful. He also continued to enjoy outings to cricket and to play golf at Cranbourne, made possible largely due to support from friends. In 2004, after 47 years, they sold the family home and moved to Highvale Retirement Village in Glen Waverley. Over the next few years, Ian continued to follow cricket, to serve as a volunteer guide at the MCG and to attend church on a regular basis. Joan passed away on 27th March 2008, after suffering another stroke. There is no doubt that this had a profound effect on Ian—losing his partner of 56 years.

Ian Stuart competing at croquet, VCAUSA–SACUSA event, Easter 2009 in Adelaide

During Ian’s latter years he was blessed with great grandchildren—Porsha, Bindi, Myla, Addi and, very recently, Amelia. But a significant change was noticed in Ian about six months ago so his family moved him from Highvale Village to Violet Town Bush Nursing Hospital. Sadly, he had a fall which led to him being admitted to Wangaratta Base Hospital where he passed away peacefully on Saturday 23rd February. There are many things which Ian achieved in his life and, together with his wife Joan, they forged a great partnership. In cricket circles he was considered a very popular and competent umpire. He was a very modest man who always took what life presented and earned the respect of many for doing so. One thing which stood out to his family members has been the fact that Ian and Joan had so many wonderful friends. People liked them because, quite simply, they were very good people—it was never about “what’s in it for me”. (This Obituary is based, for the most part, on the text of a tribute presented by Ian’s sons, Neil and Alan, at the Service of Celebration and Thanksgiving for the Life of Ian McGregor Stuart, held at the High Street Road Uniting Church, Mount Waverley, on Monday 4th March 2013.)

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 53 Section B: Records

Life Members

Rule 4.10 of the Association’s Rules of Incorporation states: “A person who has been a member for not less than ten years and who has rendered meritorious service to the Association may be appointed a Life Member by the Committee.”

** Barlow, A. (Andy)* 1973 Stuart, I.McG. (Ian)* ** Cousland, H. (Herbert)* 1974 Collicoat, W.K. (Ken) OAM* ** Gilchrist, S.C. (Stan) MM & Bar* 1975 Butler, K.R. (Keith)* ** Mantell, E. (Edward)* 1976 Collins, J.R. (Jack) ** Moore, W. (Wally)* 1978 Isherwood, R.C. (Ray) ** Nicholls, H. (Herbert)* 1979 Howieson, W.H. (Harry) ** Richards, J. (Jack)* 1980 Allday, K. (Kevin) ** Wells, T. (Terry)* 1981 Thies, G.M. (Graeme) ** Wetenhall, W. (Bill)* 1982 Whitehead, R.V. (Rex) ** White, J. (Joe)* 1987 Bugge, G.J. (Graeme) 1946 Dummett, C.* 1989 Bomford, D.N. (Dan) 1947 Browne, G. (George)* 1990 Andrews, C. (Cyril) 1951 Craddock,W.J. (Jack)* 1994 Bailhache, R.C. (Robin) 1952 Hamid, E. (Ernie)* 1995 Holt, D.W. (Darrell) 1953 Lancaster, J.L. (Lindsay)* 1997 Grant, N.J. (Noel) 1955 Mangan, M.G. (George)* 1999 McGregor, I.S. (Ian)* 1957 Wright, R. (Ron)* 2000 Byrne, D.L. (Denis) 1958 Heintz, E. (Ernie)* 2001 Francione, R.F. (Ralph) 1961 Graham, L.B. (Les) BEM* 2002 King, L.J. (Len) 1962 Smyth, W.J. (Bill) OAM* 2003 Ellemor, W.R. (Bill) 1963 McLaren, L. (Lindsay)* 2005 Hooper, P. (Peter) 1965 Sheehan, J. (Jack)* 2006 Eldridge, A.L. (Anne) 1966 Casey, R.X. (Reg)* 2010 Collins, J.L. (John) 1967 Johnston, F.K. (Frank)* 2011 Howard, J.A. (Janet) 1968 Taylor, W.L. (Lyons)* * deceased ** listed alphabetically – year of award not known 1971 Barker, M.W. (Merv)* 1972 Millard, K.M. (Ken)*

54 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Presidents

1906 Gregg, A.F.L 1962 Taylor, W.L. 1990 King, L.J. 1907 – 14 Not Known 1963 Johnston, F.K. 1991 Grant, N.J. 1915 Rooke, T 1964 Mangan, M.G. 1992 Grant, N.J. 1916 – 37 Not Known 1965 Sheehan, J. 1993 Sinclair, R.J. 1938 Browne, G.A. 1966 Barker, M.W. 1994 Sinclair, R.J. 1939 White, L.C. 1967 Mastin, J.A. 1995 Bailhache, R.C. 1940 Briscoe, A. 1968 Stuart, I.McG. 1996 Byrne, D.L. 1941 Osborn, W. 1969 Collicoat, W.K. 1997 Byrne, D.L. 1942 Craddock, W.J. 1970 Butler, K.R. 1998 Byrne, D.L. 1943 Wells, T. 1971 Smyth, W.J. 1999 Byrne, D.L./ 1944 Drummett, H.C. 1972 Smyth, W.J. Ellemor, W.R. 1945 Gilbert, C. 1973 Smyth, W.J. 2000 Ellemor, W.R. 1946 Coulsand, H. 1974 Howieson, W.H. 2001 Ellemor, W.R. 1947 Hamid, E. 1975 Stuart, I.McG. 2002 Shanahan, P.J. 1948 Hale, H.J. 1976 Stuart, I.McG. 2003 Shanahan, P.J. 1949 James, P.C. 1977 Stuart, I.McG. 2004 Shanahan, P.J. 1950 Lancaster, L.J. 1978 Stuart, I.McG. 2005 Collins, J.L. 1951 Mantell, E. 1979 Isherwood, R.C. 2006 Collins, J.L. 1952 Nicholson, A. 1980 Isherwood, R.C. 2007 Collins, J.L. 1953 Scott, W. 1981 Whitehead, R.V. 2008 Finlayson, T.R. 1954 Wright, R. 1982 Whitehead, R.V. 2009 Finlayson, T.R. 1955 Graham, L.B. 1983 Gamble, A. 2010 Finlayson, T.R. 1956 Atkins, L. 1984 Gamble, A. 2011 Finlayson, T.R. 1957 Smyth, W.J. 1985 Bailhache, R.C. 2012 Finlayson, T.R. 1958 Heintz, E.O. 1986 Bailhache, R.C. The names of many of the Presidents of the 1959 McDonald, J. 1987 Bugge, G.J. Association prior to 1938 are unavailable. The continued assistance of members who 1960 McLaren, L.J. 1988 Bugge, G.J. might locate further such missing records 1961 Casey, R.X. 1989 King, L.J. would be greatly appreciated.

Bill Ellemor Phillip Shanahan John Collins President 1999–2001 President 2002–2004 President 2005–2007

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 55 Annual Awards

2012–13 Winners The Robin Bailhache Commitment Award Trevor Finlayson The Jim Phillips 1st XI Umpiring Award Tony Ward The Dave Elder 2nd XI Umpiring Award Stephen Brne The Ron Wright 3rd XI Umpiring Award Adam Hawking The Andy Barlow 4th XI Umpiring Award Craig Hill The Cameron Medal for Scorer of the Year James Higgs

Background to the Awards The six Annual Awards not only recognise the outstanding performances by six of our active umpire/scorer members, but also honour the names of celebrated predecessors. The major award, the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award, was first awarded in 1992–93 as the Norwich Umpiring Commitment Award. At a 1996 General Meeting, the following motion was passed: “That in the light of the distinguished service given to the VCAUA by Robin Bailhache, the Annual Commitment Award should be renamed the Robin Bailhache Umpiring Commitment Award.” In the 1999–2000 season, following the introduction of official VCA scorers to the Association, the conditions of the Award were changed so that both active umpires and scorers could be considered for the Association’s most prestigious award, which would in future be known as the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award. The criteria for award of the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award are that the member has made a significant contribution to the Association off the field; has performed very well on the field (or in the scorebox); and is committed to their own and their colleagues’ performance. Selection is made by a process of confidential consultation between the President of the Association and other executive officers. The four umpiring awards were established in 2000 and were named after four celebrated Victorian Test umpires of past years, viz. Jim Phillips, David Elder, Ron Wright and Andy Barlow, whose names had not been honoured in any other Association Award. During the 2005–06 season, the award criteria were modified to require the winning umpire to have officiated in at least half of the matches played in the grade for which each award is made. Selection is based on the umpires’ performance throughout the season as determined by the office of Cricket Victoria’s Umpiring Manager. The scorers’ award was presented for the first time in 2001 and, for that year, was named the VCAUSA Scorers’ Award. It was the unanimous wish of the Association’s scorer members that their medal should be named after two of the most distinguished scorers in Victorian cricket history, viz. Jack Cameron snr. and Jack Cameron jnr. Selection is made by the scorer representatives on the Committee of Management, in consultation with the office of Cricket Victoria’s Premier Cricket Manager.

56 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 The Robin Bailhache Commitment Award The criteria for award of the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award is that the member has made a significant contribution to the Association off the field; has performed very well on the field (or scorebox); and is committed to their own and their colleagues’ performance. This year’s winner, like previous recipients of the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award, is highly committed to our Association, shown consistently over a number of years. Our Association has received the value of this commitment since he joined the Cricket Victoria umpiring panel. He applies himself to any and all Association activities—attends all functions and events; debates all challenges that confront the Association; is willing to lead all charges and defend all values. He contributes to all discussions, in particular on matters such as the VCAUSA Constitution, Laws of Cricket and Cricket Victoria Premier Cricket playing conditions. He is well versed in the Laws of Cricket and Cricket Victoria Premier Cricket playing conditions and their implementation—a great combination—thus demonstrating an overall commitment to cricket umpiring and scoring. He is a strong supporter of Association members, be they scorers or umpires, encouraging and challenging his fellow members to develop, improve and strengthen their umpiring and scoring skills. He goes out of his way to ensure that our Association is represented at events such as the Cricket Victoria Gala Awards Night; flying the VCAUSA flag is one of his paramount concerns. The development of the new VCAUSA tie was partly due to his contribution, and he is a proud wearer. He is always proud to demonstrate his membership—to fly the VCAUSA flag—and actively encourages others to become members. He publicly challenges all other members to attend Association events and publicly displays dismay when member attendance numbers are low. He didn’t need to push the organiser of tonight’s Presentation Dinner to drive and cajole others to show their allegiance—the organiser knew it was expected and would have warranted some stern words had it not occurred! Many people seem ready to accept mediocrity in their lives, spending the least amount of time on a task, having no real concern about doing a good job, seeming to push themselves no farther than the minimum requirements. This is definitely not true of this member! In 2012–2013, his commitment, enthusiasm, professionalism, and teamwork towards fellow umpires and scorers has again been plain to all—not least through his now being the longest serving President in the history of this Association. The 2012–13 VCAUSA Robin Bailhache Commitment Award is awarded to— Trevor Finlayson

Trevor Finlayson receives the Robin Bailhache Commitment Award presented by Robin at the 2013 Presentation Dinner

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 57 Previous Annual Award Winners

The Robin Bailhache Commitment Award 1998–99 S.J.P. Phillips 1999–00 A.L. Eldridge Umpired in 27 Test matches, 2000–01 C.J.T. Allan 93 First Class matches, and 26 2001–02 J.L. Collins Limited Overs Internationals. One of the world’s most 2002–03 R. McKinnon respected umpires during his 2003–04 P.J. Shanahan international career in the 2004–05 P.J. Smith 1970s and 1980s. 2005–06 J.A. Howard 1992–93 R.W. Stratford 2006–07 R.F. Francione 1993–94 D.W. Holt 2007–08 L.C. Howard 1994–95 D.N. Bomford 2008–09 C. Andrews 1995–96 W.R. Ellemor 2009–10 A. Ventura 1996–97 I.S. McGregor 2010–11 E. Kelly 1997–98 D. Clement 2011–12 G.W. Slater

The Jim Phillips 1st XI Umpiring Award 2003–04 R.L. Parry 2004–05 R.L. Parry The world’s greatest umpire of 2005–06 G.T.D. Morrow the late 19th and early 20th 2006–07 R.L. Parry century. Victorian born, he stood in 29 Tests in Australia, 2007–08 R.L. Parry England and South Africa. A 2008–09 R.L. Parry fierce enforcer of the Laws, he 2009–10 J.D. Ward was respected by players and administrators alike. 2010–11 J.D. Ward 2011–12 A.P. Ward 1999–00 R.L. Parry 2000–01 R.L. Parry 2001–02 R.L. Parry 2002–03 R.G. Patterson

The Dave Elder 2nd XI Umpiring Award 2002–03 M. Hanton 2003–04 S.T. Davis 2004–05 C.L. Stevens Stood in 14 Tests between 1911 and 1928. Umpired such 2005–06 J.F. Leehane champions as Trumper, Hobbs, 2006–07 E.J. Kelly Bradman, Ponsford, Rhodes 2007–08 G. Jones and Barnes. One of Australia’s greatest umpires. 2008–09 K. Hatherley 2009–10 F.J.P. Fabris

1999–00 C.L. Stevens 2010–11 R. Birch 2000–01 C.J. Hall 2011–12 S.T. Davis 2001–02 D. Herft

58 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 The Ron Wright 3rd XI Umpiring Award 2002–03 A. Ventura 2003–04 M. Hrvatin 2004–05 P. Proctor Stood in 13 Tests between 2005–06 M.G. Gunn 1947 and 1959. Described by 2006–07 G.D. Steart his good friend Bill Smyth as the best umpire with whom 2007–08 C.J. Barton he stood. 2008–09 A. Thomas 2009–10 A.J. Sammartino

1999–00 D. Herft 2010–11 V. Borg 2000–01 D. Boyd 2011–12 S. Brne 2001–02 P. Orchard

The Andy Barlow 4th XI Umpiring Award 2002–03 P. Baleisa 2003–04 G. Vajda A veteran of World War 2004–05 B. Davies One, he stood in 11 Tests 2005–06 C. Orgill over a twenty year period, 2006–07 S. Tighe and umpired such greats as Bradman, Ponsford, Grimmett, 2007–08 M. Muthugounder Lindwall and Miller. A strong 2008–09 L. McKay and fearless umpire. 2009–10 P. Gillespie

1999–00 R. Conlin 2010–11 K. Kumar 2000–01 A.J. Miller 2011–12 A.E. Jones 2001–02 S.A. Rooke

The Cameron Medal for Scorer of the Year 2003–04 S.A. Herbert 2004–05 L.C. Howard Jack Cameron senior and junior 2005–06 M.K. Walsh have an unbroken association 2006–07 S.E. Rodgers with North Melbourne and Victorian cricket from 1939– 2007–08 D.A. Bugg 40 to 2002–03, with some 800 2008–09 C.D. Skyring District and over 600 State 2009–10 M.F. Symons and international matches between them. 2010–11 K. O’Neill 2011–12 M. Brignell 2000–01 J.W. Hamilton 2001–02 J.A. Howard 2002–03 R. Page

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 59 Committees of Management

The following members have served on the Committee of Management of the VCAUA/VCAUSA since the 1972–73 season. Beginning with the 2000–01 season, Committee Member positions were increased to three, with at least one position each set aside for an active scorer and an active umpire.

Vice Committee Year President Presidents Secretary Treasurer Members 2012–13 T.R. Finlayson W.R. Ellemor D.N. Bomford G.P. Schembri L. Edwards A. Ventura 2011–12 T.R. Finlayson W.R. Ellemor D.N. Bomford G.P. Schembri L. Edwards A. Ventura 2010–11 T.R. Finlayson W.R. Ellemor D.N. Bomford G.P. Schembri D.A. Bugg A. Ventura J.A. Howard P.J. Shanahan 2009–10 T.R. Finlayson D.N. Bomford J.A. Howard G.P. Schembri D.A. Bugg W.R. Ellemor A. Ventura 2008–09 T.R. Finlayson D.N. Bomford P.J Shanahan/ J.A. Howard D.A. Bugg W.R. Ellemor D.A. Bugg & A. Ventura J.A. Howard 2007–08 J.L. Collins D.N. Bomford J.A. Howard P.J Shanahan D.A. Bugg P.J Smith W.R. Ellemor 2006–07 J.L. Collins D.N. Bomford J.A. Howard J.A. Howard W.R. Ellemor G.W. Slater 2005–06 J.L. Collins D.N. Bomford J.A. Howard P.J. Shanahan W.R. Ellemor G.W. Slater C.D. Skyring P.J. Smith 2004–05 P.J. Shanahan J.L. Collins J.A. Howard P. Nicholson/ S. Abrahams G.W. Slater J.A. Howard H. Babray S.J.P. Phillips 2003–04 P.J. Shanahan C.J.T. Allan S.A. Rooke/ D.C. Jones J.A. Howard/ C.J. Hall J.A. Howard S.A. Rooke G.W. Slater G.D. Steart 2002–03 P.J. Shanahan D.W. Holt S.J.P. Phillips D.N. Bomford W.R. Ellemor J.D. Law D.C. Hansen J.K.E. Higgs 2001–02 W.R. Ellemor D.W. Holt R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford J.W. Hamilton J.D. Law S.J.P. Phillips P.J. Shanahan 2000–01 W.R. Ellemor D.W. Holt R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford I.S. McGregor J.D. Law M.A. Peterson P.J. Shanahan 1999–00 D.L. Byrne/ W.R. Ellemor/ R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford J.D. Law/ W.R. Ellemor J.D. Law P.J. Shanahan D.W. Holt I.S. McGregor 1998–99 D.L. Byrne W.R. Ellemor R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford J.D. Law D.W. Holt I.S. McGregor 1997–98 D.L. Byrne W.R. Ellemor R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford D.S.K. Cox D.W. Holt I.S. McGregor 1996–97 D.L. Byrne D.S.K. Cox R.F. Francione D.N. Bomford A.J. Johanson D.W. Holt I.S. McGregor / – indicates a change of position during the year

60 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Vice Committee Year President Presidents Secretary Treasurer Members 1995–96 R.C. Bailhache D.L. Byrne P.H. Jensen/ D.N. Bomford I.S. McGregor R.W. Stratford/ R.F. Francione D.S.K. Cox/ D.S.K. Cox R.F. Francione/ I.McG. Stuart 1994–95 R.J. Sinclair N.J. Grant P.H. Jensen D.N. Bomford I.S. McGregor D.W. Holt R.W. Stratford 1993–94 R.J. Sinclair N.J. Grant P.H. Jensen D.N. Bomford L.W. Johnson D.W. Holt R.W. Stratford 1992–93 N.J. Grant D.W. Holt P.H. Jensen K.F. Skahill D.N. Funnell R.J. Sinclair R.W. Stratford 1991–92 N.J. Grant D.W. Holt P.H. Jensen K.F. Skahill D.N. Funnell R.J. Sinclair T.M. Rogers 1990–91 L.J. King K. Allday P.H. Jensen K.F. Skahill T.M. Rogers D.W. Holt R.J. Sinclair 1989–90 L.J. King G.J. Bugge P.H. Jensen K.F. Skahill R.C. Bailhache M.N.L. Day D.W. Holt 1988–89 G.J. Bugge R.C. Bailhache N.J. Grant D.G. Forbes M.N.L. Day L.J. King D.W. Holt 1987–88 G.J. Bugge R.C. Bailhache D.N. Bomford M.G. Gandy/ D.G. Forbes/ L.J. King D.G. Forbes K. Allday D.W. Holt 1986–87 R.C. Bailhache G.J. Bugge D.N. Bomford M.G. Gandy D.G. Forbes L.J. King D.W. Holt 1985–86 R.C. Bailhache G.J. Bugge D.N. Bomford M.G. Gandy D.G. Forbes L.J. King D.W. Holt 1984–85 A. Gamble D.G. Forbes G.J. Bugge D.N. Bomford R.C. Bailhache L.J. King D.W. Holt 1983–84 A. Gamble D.G. Forbes G.J. Bugge D.N. Bomford R.C. Isherwood R.V. Whitehead L.J. King 1982–83 R.V. Whitehead A. Gamble G.J. Bugge G.M. Thies L.J. King R.C. Isherwood D. Pickering 1981–82 R.V. Whitehead R.C. Isherwood G.J. Bugge G.M. Thies W.K. Collicoat I.McG. Stuart A. Gamble 1980–81 R.C. Isherwood I.McG. Stuart G.J. Bugge G.M. Thies W.K. Collicoat R.V. Whitehead A. Gamble 1979–80 R.C. Isherwood W.K. Collicoat D. Shaw G.M. Thies R.V. Whitehead I.McG. Stuart A. Gamble 1978–79 I.McG. Stuart W.K. Collicoat K.M. Millard G.M. Thies D.G. Forbes R.C. Isherwood A. Gamble 1977–78 I.McG. Stuart W.J. Collicoat K.M. Millard G.M. Thies D.G. Forbes R.C. Isherwood G. Hamilton 1976–77 I.McG. Stuart W.K. Collicoat K.M. Millard G.M. Thies J.R. Collins R.C. Isherwood D.G. Forbes 1975–76 I.McG. Stuart W.K. Collicoat K.M. Millard G.M. Thies D.G. Forbes R.C. Isherwood P. Hooper 1974–75 W.H. Howieson W.K. Collicoat K.M. Millard G.M. Thies P. Hooper I.McG. Stuart R.C. Isherwood 1973–74 W.J. Smyth W.H. Howieson K.M. Millard M.W. Barker W.K. Collicoat I.McG. Stuart R.C. Isherwood 1972–73 W.J. Smyth W.H. Howieson K.M. Millard M.W. Barker K.R. Butler I.McG. Stuart W.K. Collicoat / – indicates a change of position during the year

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 61 Victorian Test Umpires

The following umpires who have played in or umpired in Victoria for all or part of their careers, have stood in Test Matches within or without Australia since the First Test played in Melbourne in March 1877.

First Last Name Test Test Eng SAf WI NZ Ind Pak SL Other Total Bailhache, R.C.1 1974–75 1988–89 12 – 6 3 2 3 1 – 27 Barlow, A.N. 1930–31 1951–52 4 – 3 – 4 – – – 11 Coady, P. 1878–79 1878–79 1 – – – – – – – 1 Collins, J.R. 1972–73 1975–76 – – 1 2 – 2 – – 5 Copeland, W.J. 1979–80 1979–80 1 – – – – – – – 1 Cosstick, S. 1876–77 1876–77 1 – – – – – – – 1 Coulthard, G. 1878–79 1881–82 2 – – – – – – – 2 Crockett, R.M. 1901–02 1924–25 27 5 – – – – – – 32 Elder, D.A. 1911–12 1928–29 14 ––––––– 14 Elliott, E.H. 1882–83 1884–85 6 – – – – – – – 6 Flynn, T. 1892–93 1894–95 4 – – – – – – – 4 French, R.A.2 1977–78 1987–88 7 – 2 2 4 4 – – 19 Garing, C. 1924–25 1924–25 1 – – – – – – – 1 Hannah, W. 1907–08 1910–11 2 2 – – – – – – 4 Hele, G.A.3 1928–29 1932–33 10 5 1 – – – – – 16 Hodges, G.J. 1884–85 1884–85 1 – – – – – – – 1 Isherwood, R.C. 1984–85 1985–86 – – 1 1 1 – – – 3 King, L.J. 1988–89 1992–93 1 – 2 – 1 1 1 – 6 McShane, F.G. 1884–85 1884–85 1 – – – – – – – 1 Phillips,J.4 1884–85 1897–98 13 –––––– 16 29 Reid, C.A. 1876–77 1876–77 1 – – – – – – – 1 Richards, J. 1930–31 1930–31 – – 1 – – – – – 1 Sheahan, W.P. 1993–94 1993–94 – 1 – 1 – – – – 2 Smyth, W.J. 1962–63 1965–66 3 – – – – 1 – – 4 Tarrant, F.A.5 1933–34 1933–34 – – – – – – – 2 2 Terry, R.B. 1876–77 1876–77 2 – – – – – – – 2 Whitehead, R.V. 1980–81 1982–83 1 – – – 3 – – – 4 Wright, R.R. 1947–48 1958–59 7 3 2 – 1 – – – 13 Young, W.A. 1911–12 1911–12 1 – – – – – – – 1 1. Includes 9 Test matches when resident in South Australia. 2. Includes 14 Test matches when resident in New South Wales and 3 Test matches when resident in South Australia. 3. All his Test matches were umpired while resident in South Australia. 4. Includes 11 Test matches in England and 5 in South Africa. 5. Both Test matches were the first two games of the 1933–34 India v England series played in India. NB. Off-field appointments (i.e. video) are not included.

62 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Victorian First Class Umpires

First Last Shield/ Other Int’n Name Season Season Test Pura Cup State 1st.cl Other Total Alessio, H.J. 1892–93 1924–25 – 4 3 – 1 8 Bailhache, R.C.* 1971–72 1991–92 27 52 – 16 – 95 Barker, M.W. 1969–70 1969–70 – – 1 – – 1 Barlow, A.N. 1928–29 1952–53 11 45 7 15 8 86 Barrass, E. 1897–98 1914–15 – 3 6 5 – 14 Barrett, J.E. 1888–89 1888–89 – – 1 – – 1 Barrow, A.J. 2010–11 – 13 1 – – 14 Benson, F. 1920–21 1920–21 – – – 1 – 1 Bowes, W.J.R.* 1919–20 1928–29 – 5 1 2 – 8 Brodie, J.C. 1861–62 1861–62 – – – – 1 1 Browne, G.A. 1937–38 1937–38 – 3 2 – 1 6 Bruton, W.J.* 1904–05 1913–14 – 11 1 1 – 13 Budd, H.H. 1877–78 1900–01 – – 2 – – 2 Butler, K.R. 1961–62 1977–78 – 14 1 2 – 17 Butterworth, T. 1863–64 1863–64 – – – – 1 1 Cameron, C.F. 1855–56 1860–61 – – 4 – – 4 Carmody, K.J. 1974–75 1979–80 – 16 – 3 – 19 Casey, R.X. 1961–62 1961–62 – – 1 – – 1 Cavenagh, G. 1853–54 1853–54 – – 1 – – 1 Chapman, T.C. 1992–93 1993–94 – 3 – – – 3 Coady, P. 1878–79 1878–79 1 – – – – 1 Collicoat, W.K. 1961–62 1972–73 – 15 – 5 – 20 Collins, J.R. 1965–66 1975–76 5 28 1 9 1 44 Conway, J. 1900–01 1900–01 – – 1 – – 1 Copeland, W.J. 1972–73 1979–80 1 12 – 2 – 15 Cosstick, S. 1876–77 1876–77 1 – – – – 1 Cotter, D.F. 1893–94 1900–01 –– 12 9 1 22 Coulthard, G. 1878–79 1881–82 2 – – 4 – 6 Craddock, W.J. 1933–34 1940–41 – 3 6 – 1 10 Crockett, R.M. 1891–92 1929–30 32 54 10 23 6 125 Crossley, H. 1935–36 1935–36 – – 1 – – 1 Dixon, F. 1925–26 1929–30 – 2 2 1 – 5 Duffy, J.T. 1885–86 1886–87 – – 2 – 1 3 Dwyer, C. 1932–33 1936–37 – 4 2 2 – 8 Elder, D.A. 1906–07 1930–31 14 12 2 1 1 30 Elliott, E.H. 1881–82 1884–85 6 – 8 3 1 18 Elliott, G. 1863–64 1863–64 – – – – 1 1 Figgis, R.T. 1968–69 1972–73 – 6 – 2 – 8 Flynn, T. 1887–88 1894–95 4 9 6 3 – 22 French, R.A.* 1975–76 1988–89 19 43 – 7 – 69 Fry, H.J. 1898–99 1898–99 – – – 1 – 1 Gaggin, W.W. 1874–75 1874–75 – – 1 – – 1 * Umpired in more than one Australian State. ** Also umpired in England and South Africa. NB Off-field appointments (i.e. video) are not included.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 63 First Last Shield/ Other Int’n Name Season Season Test Pura Cup State 1st.cl Other Total Gandy, M.G.* 1985–86 1988–89 – 5 – 1 – 6 Garing, C. 1921–22 1925–26 1 3 3 3 – 10 Guy, B. 1981–82 1987–88 – 8 – 1 – 9 Hannah, W. 1905–06 1911–12 3 7 – 4 1 15 Heathcote, B. 1928–29 1928–29 – 1 – – – 1 Hele, G.A.* 1920–21 1934–35 16 24 2 11 3 56 Hele, R.G. 1949–50 1960–61 – 17 2 11 1 31 Hodges, G.J. 1883–84 1884–85 1 – 2 – – 3 Holden, D.E. 1984–85 1988–89 – 8 – 1 – 9 Holt, D.W. 1983–84 1995–96 – 22 – 9 1 32 Hope, A. 1882–82 1882–83 – – – 1 – 1 Hughes, J.H. 1933–34 1933–34 – – 1 – – 1 Isherwood, R.C. 1971–72 1985–86 3 23 – 4 – 30 James, B. 1872–73 1872–73 – – 1 – – 1 Jensen, P.H. 1990–91 1997–98 – 12 – 2 1 15 Jones, C.O. 1977–78 1977–78 – 2 – – – 2 Joshua, G.C. 2009–10 – 20 2 1 – 23 Juliff, C. 1931–32 1934–35 – – 3 – – 3 King, L.J. 1983–84 1993–94 6 31 – 4 – 41 Knott, K.A. 1991–92 1992–93 – 3 – – – 3 Lancaster, L.J. 1947–48 1947–48 – 1 – – – 1 Living, G. 1851–52 1851–52 – – 1 – – 1 Lunn, N.E. 1994–95 1994–95 – 2 – – – 1 Lyon, C.H. 1850–51 1850–51 – – 1 – – 1 McGan, B. 1880–81 1882–83 – – 2 – – 2 McLaren, L.J. 1956–57 1960–61 – 7 1 – – 8 McLean, J. 1933–34 1934–35 – – 4 1 – 5 McShane, P.G. 1884–85 1884–85 1 – – – – 1 Mangan, M. 1949–50 1955–56 – 7 2 – – 9 Marshall, V. 1860–61 1860–61 – – 1 – – 1 Martin, E.J. 1914–15 1914–15 – 1 – – – 1 Maxwell, P. 1929–30 1929–30 – – 1 – – 1 Midwinter, W.E. 1886–87 1886–87 – – – 1 – 1 Miller, F.P. 1870–71 1870–71 – – 1 – – 1 Moore, W.J. 1928–29 1937–38 – 10 2 4 – 16 Morris, S. 1894–95 1898–99 – – 3 – – 2 Morrow, G.T.D. 1996–97 2005–06 – 21 – 3 – 24 Nichols, H.E. 1925–26 1931–32 – – 3 3 – 6 Nicholson, A.G. 1947–48 1951–52 – – 2 – – 2 Nicosia, A. 1980–81 1983–84 – 4 – 2 – 6 Oakley, G. 1926–27 1926–27 – – 1 – – 1 O’Connor, J.W. 1912–13 1913–14 – – 2 – – 2 Over, C.E. 1895–96 1907–08 – 1 5 1 – 7 Parry, R.L. 1997–98 2011–12 – 79 – 6 – 85 Patterson, R.G. 1998–99 2005–06 – 16 1 1 – 18 Phillips, J.** 1883–84 1897–98 13 8 7 20 6 54 * Umpired in more than one Australian State. ** Also umpired in England and South Africa. NB Off-field appointments (i.e. video) are not included.

64 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 First Last Shield/ Other Int’n Name Season Season Test Pura Cup State 1st.cl Other Total Prevot, E. 1875–76 1875–76 – – 1 – – 1 Ramsden, E.C. 1930–31 1930–31 – 1 – 1 – 2 Reaburn, A.D. 1920–21 1924–25 – 4 1 1 – 6 Reid, C.A. 1875–76 1881–82 1 – 2 – – 3 Reiffel, P.R. 2004–05 – 32 – 7 – 39 Rhodes, J. 1858–59 1858–59 – – 1 – – 1 Richards, J. 1923–24 1932–33 1 10 1 6 1 19 Rooney, F. 1947–48 1951–52 – 7 – – – 7 Sharp, A. 1937–38 1937–38 – – 1 – – 1 Shaw, R. 1930–31 1930–31 – – – 1 – 1 Sheahan, W.P. 1989–90 1998–99 2 25 – 7 1 35 Sheehan, J.F. 1959–60 1963–64 – 4 – – – 4 Smith, J.A. 1861–62 1882–83 – – 9 1 1 11 Smith, P.E. 1925–26 1928–29 – 6 1 1 1 9 Smyth, W.J. 1955–56 1971–72 4 42 1 11 1 59 Soulsby, A.J. 2000–01 2003–04 – 2 – – – 2 Stafford, J. 1925–26 1926–27 – 1 1 – – 2 Stewart, J.C. 1866–67 1866–67 – – 1 – – 1 Stratford, R.W. 1994–95 2007–08 – 10 – 2 – 12 Strickland, G. 1929–30 1929–30 – – 1 – – 1 Stuart, I.McG. 1960–61 1964–65 – 10 – 4 – 14 Taylor, J. 1886–87 1888–89 – – – 1 1 2 Terry, R.B. 1876–77 1880–81 2 – 5 – 3 10 Thornton, J. 1874–75 1874–75 – – 1 – – 1 Walpole, S.C. 1992–93 1999–00 – 7 – – – 7 Ward, A.P. 2005–06 – 26 1 – 1 28 Ward, J.D. 2003–04 – 42 1 6 – 49 Ward, J.H. 1947–48 1958–59 – 8 1 2 – 11 Wetenhall, W.R. 1930–31 1932–33 – 2 1 – – 3 Wheeler, J. 1959–60 1959–60 – 1 – – – 1 Whitehead, R.V. 1978–79 1982–83 4 9 – 3 – 16 Wills, T.W. 1870–71 1870–71 – – 1 – – 1 Wisden, G. 1865–66 1865–66 – – 1 – – 1 Wood, R. 1886–87 1886–87 – – – – 1 1 Wright, R.J.J. 1945–46 1960–61 13 29 5 13 2 62 Young, W. 1901–02 1912–13 1 8 2 5 – 16 * Umpired in more than one Australian State. ** Also umpired in England and South Africa. NB Off-field appointments (i.e. video) are not included.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 65 Cricket Victoria 200 Club

The following former and present umpires and scorers have met the conditions for admission to the prestigious Cricket Victoria 200 Club, viz. having umpired, played or scored in 200 or more international or domestic First Class, One- Day and VCA 1st XI matches. For the purposes of 200 Club membership, qualifying matches include 3rd umpire appointments where applicable. Umpires were first admitted in 1994–95; scorers were first admitted in 2008–09. Umpire Other List Name Scorer Seasons Test ODI SS FC A 1st XI Total Bailhache, R.C. U 1977–78 – 1993–94 18 14 45 # 25 206 308 Bomford, D.N. U 1979–80 – ––––– 305 305 Chapman, T.C. S1 1988–89 – – – 3 # 2 240 245 Collicoat, W.K.* U2 1957–58 – 1973–74 –– 22 #– 211 233 Collins, J.R. U 1957–58 – 1981–82 5 – 25 #– 205 235 Copeland, W.J.* U 1963–64 – 1984–85 1 – 14 #– 210 225 Craig, S.A.J. U5 2010–11 – –– 20 – 20 249 289 Davenport, C.M. S 1982–83 – – – – – 5 403 408 Day, M.N.L. U 1983–84 – 2008–09 ––––– 203 203 Forbes, D.G. U 1971–72 – 1990–91 ––––– 209 209 Grace, A.G. S 1999–00 – ––––– 244 244 Hamilton, J.W. S 1986–87 – – 18 31 – 31 291 371 Herbert, S.A. S 1985–86 – ––––– 380 380 Higgs, J.K.E. S 1992–93 – – 16 22 1 26 296 361 Holt, D.W. U 1980–81 – – 1 22 10 6 341 380 Howard, J.A. S 1976–77 – – 38 52 5 38 541 674 Isherwood, R.C. U 1962–63 – 1986–87 3 21 27 # 9 227 287 Jensen, P.H. U 1978–79 – 2010–11 –– 12 2 6 319 339 Joshua, G.C. U 1995–96 – –– 20 3 37 159 219 King, L.J. U 1980–81 – 1993–94 7 26 35 # 6 166 240 Lincoln, B.E. S3 1987–88 – ––––– 267 267 Morrow, G.T.D.* U 1992–93 – 2005–06 –– 37 # 26 184 247 O’Neill, K.V. S 1971–72 – 24 51 138 9 35 457 714 Page, R. S 1976–77 – ––––– 594 594 Parry, R.L. U 1994–95 – 2011–12 7 34 79 6 79 181 386 Patterson, R.G. U 1998–99 – 1 4 20 2 34 179 240 Radley, J.R. S 1993–94 – ––––– 348 348 Reece, C.J. S 1973–74 – 17 18 55 3 41 482 616 Rodgers, S.E. S 1977–78 – – – 1 – – 467 468 * deceased 1 Includes 52 games as a 1st XI umpire 2 Includes 51 games as a 1st XI player with the Essendon Cricket Club 3 Includes 23 games as a 1st XI umpire 4 Includes 58 games as a 1st XI player with Collingwood and North Melbourne Cricket Clubs 5 Includes 255 games as a 1st XI and First Class player with and Victoria # due to an adjustment to the structure of this table some column figures may be incorrect, although the total games will be correct

66 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Umpire Other List Name Scorer Seasons Test ODI SS FC A 1st XI Total Sheahan, W.P. U 1981–82 – 7 25 26 8 11 371 448 Smyth, W.J.* U 1949–50 – 1971–72 4 – 51 #– 232 287 Stratford, R.W. U 1989–90 – 2007–08 –– 13 # 8 190 211 Stuart, I. McG.* U 1955–56 – 1977–78 –– 12 #– 227 239 Symons, M.F. S 1992–93 – ––––– 347 347 Thies, G.M. U 1968–69 – 1990–91 ––––– 225 225 Turner, R.R. U 1992–93 – ––––– 262 262 Walsh, M.K. S 1963–64 – 94 221 69 80 70 549 1,083 Ward, A.P. U4 1997–98 – –– 26 1 39 251 317 Ward, J.D. U 1996–97 – –– 36 7 51 188 282 * deceased 1 Includes 52 games as a 1st XI umpire 2 Includes 51 games as a 1st XI player with the Essendon Cricket Club 3 Includes 23 games as a 1st XI umpire 4 Includes 58 games as a 1st XI player with Collingwood and North Melbourne Cricket Clubs 5 Includes 255 games as a 1st XI and First Class player with St Kilda Cricket Club and Victoria # due to an adjustment to the structure of this table some column figures may be incorrect, although the total games will be correct

Senior Level Appointments: 2012-13

VCAUSA members offer their congratulations to colleagues who were chosen to umpire or score in senior level matches during the 2012–13 season. The summary provided below is gathered from the official Cricket Victoria Appointments list and from information supplied by scorers and club administrators, and include TV umpire appointments. Scorers Test Kevin O’Neill (1), Mike Walsh (1) Sheffield Shield Jim Hamilton (1), James Higgs (1), Janet Howard (2), Kevin O’Neill (2), Craig Reece (2), Mike Walsh (2) ODI Jim Hamilton (1), James Higgs (1), Janet Howard (1), Kevin O’Neill (1) List A * Jim Hamilton (1), James Higgs (3), Janet Howard (2), Kevin O’Neill (3), Mike Walsh (1) Other matches ** Shelley Baulch (9), Craig Davenport (4), Glenn Davey (5), Jim Hamilton (5), James Higgs (5), Janet Howard (1), Natalie Noblett (9), Kevin O’Neill (1), Craig Reece (1), Mike Walsh (2) Umpires Sheffield Shield Ashley Barrow (4), Geoff Joshua (6), John Ward (6), Tony Ward (5) First Cass Tour Match: 3-day Geoff Joshua (1) List A * Ashley Barrow (5), Geoff Joshua (7), John Ward (8), Tony Ward (5) Other matches ** Ashley Barrow (9), Shawn Craig (1), Phil Gillespie (5), Dale Ireland (1), Geoff Joshua (13), Richard Patterson (5), Ange Sammartino (5), Sam Sciacca (5), John Ward (7), Tony Ward (10) * List A includes ODD and tour matches which are not First Class ** Other matches include— State 2nd XI, Futures league, tour matches which are not List A, Women’s ODI, WNCL and WT20 and interstate T20

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 67 Cricket Victoria Finals Umpires

Premier Cricket 1990–91 R.C. Bailhache L.J. King 1991–92 D.W. Holt L.J. King First XI Umpires 1992–93 D.W. Holt L.J. King 1993–94 P.H. Jensen W.P. Sheahan 1945–46 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1994–95 D.W. Holt P.H. Jensen 1946–47 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1995–96 W.P. Sheahan R.W. Stratford 1947–48 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1996–97 W.P. Sheahan R.W. Stratford 1948–49 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1997–98 G.T.D. Morrow W.P. Sheahan 1949–50 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1998–99 G.T.D. Morrow W.P. Sheahan 1950–51 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 1999–00 R.L. Parry R.G. Patterson 1951–52 A.N. Barlow R.R. Wright 2000–01 G.T.D. Morrow R.G. Patterson 1952–53 R.G. Hele R.R. Wright 2001–02 G.T.D. Morrow R.L. Parry 1953–54 R.G. Hele R.R. Wright 2002–03 R.L. Parry R.G. Patterson 1954–55 R.G. Hele R.R. Wright 2003–04 R.L. Parry R.G. Patterson 1955–56 R.G. Hele R.R. Wright 2004–05 G.T.D. Morrow R.L. Parry 1956–57 J.H. Ward R.R. Wright 2005–06 G.T.D. Morrow R.L. Parry 1957–58 R.G. Hele R.R. Wright 2006–07 R.L. Parry P.R. Reiffel 1958–59 W.J. Smyth R.R. Wright 2007–08 R.L. Parry P.R. Reiffel 1959–60 R.G. Hele W.J. Smyth 2008–09 R.L. Parry P.R. Reiffel 1960–61 W.J. Smyth R.R. Wright 2009–10 A.P. Ward J.D. Ward 1961–62 W.J. Smyth I.McG. Stuart 2010–11 A.P. Ward J.D. Ward 1962–63 W.J. Smyth I.McG. Stuart 2011–12 A.P. Ward J.D. Ward 1963–64 W.J. Smyth I.McG. Stuart 2012–13 G.C. Joshua A.P. Ward 1964–65 W.J. Collicoat W.J. Smyth 1965–66 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth 1966–67 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth Second XI Umpires 1967–68 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth 1968–69 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth 1980–81 B. Guy P. Stuchbery 1969–70 R. Figgis W.J. Smyth 1981–82 N.J. Grant A. Richardson 1970–71 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth 1982–83 D.E. Holden D. Pickering 1971–72 J.R. Collins W.J. Smyth 1983–84 M.N.L. Day D. Vollmerhause 1972–73 J.R. Collins R.C. Isherwood 1984–85 R. Gainford A. Gamble 1973–74 J.R. Collins W.J. Copeland 1985–86 N.J. Grant K. O’Neil 1974–75 K.J. Carmody J.R. Collins 1986–87 E. Kelly W.P. Sheahan 1975–76 K.J. Carmody W.J. Copeland 1987–88 D. Funnell H. Petricevic 1976–77 K.J. Carmody W.J. Copeland 1988–89 T. Rogers P. Sandars 1977–78 R.C. Bailhache R.C. Isherwood 1989–90 D.L. Byrne S.C. Walpole 1978–79 R.C. Bailhache W.J. Copeland 1990–91 R.W. Stratford G.M. Thies 1979–80 R.C. Bailhache R.A. French 1991–92 R. Day J.D. Law 1980–81 R.C. Bailhache R.A. French 1992–93 R. Day I.S. McGregor 1981–82 R.C. Bailhache R.A. French 1993–94 D.S.K. Cox P.J. Dikschei 1982–83 R.C. Bailhache R.C. Isherwood 1994–95 D.C. Hansen C.J. Lear 1983–84 R.C. Bailhache R.C. Isherwood 1995–96 M.W. McNeil R.L. Parry 1984–85 R.C. Bailhache R.C. Isherwood 1996–97 R.G. Patterson A.J. Soulsby 1985–86 R.C. Bailhache R.C. Isherwood 1997–98 D.N. Boucher N. Sievers 1986–87 R.C. Bailhache L.J. King 1998–99 A.J. Barrow A.P. Ward 1987–88 R.C. Bailhache L.J. King 1999–00 G. Brindley C.L. Stevens 1988–89 R.C. Bailhache L.J. King 2000–01 M.G. Gunn C.J. Hall 1989–90 R.C. Bailhache L.J. King 2001–02 D. Herft T.J. Leeden

68 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 2002–03 M. Hanton D.C. Jones Fourth XI Umpires 2003–04 S.T. Davis N. King 1980–81 K. Guy G. Wykes 2004–05 P. Hermann C.L. Stevens 1981–82 M. Donehue D.E. Holden 2005–06 J.F. Leehane P. Proctor 1982–83 J. McKernan J. Ryan 2006–07 R. McKinnon P.J. Smith 1983–84 R. Lindroth B. Wells 2007–08 P.J Creek G. Jones 1984–85 D. Funnell K. Knott 2008–09 K. Hatherley S. Sciacca 1985–86 P. Gigg T. Hodgkins 2009–10 S.T. Davis F.J.P. Fabris 1986–87 A. Grant P. Sandars 2010–11 R. Birch S. Craig 1987–88 P. Finney S.C. Walpole 2011–12 M. Cervetto S.T. Davis 1988–89 T.C. Chapman G. Tait 2012–13 V. Borg S. Brne 1989–90 G. Keetley R.W. Stratford 1990–91 C.D. Baulch G. McDonald 1991–92 T. Hodgkins G. McDonald Third XI Umpires 1992–93 T. Hodgkins G. McDonald 1993–94 K. Glassenbury G.R. Lloyd 1980–81 D.W. Holt D. Pickering 1994–95 G. Cooper R. Rymarz 1981–82 C. Main D. Vollmerhause 1995–96 M. Sheehan M. Slattery 1982–83 D. Chivers J.D. Law 1996–97 K. Brewer L. Collins 1983–84 K. O’Neil M. Sutherland 1997–98 A.J. Barrow C.L. Stevens 1984–85 G. Johnstone R. Lindroth 1998–99 T. Fitzgerald P. Molloy 1985–86 D. Funnell D. Izod 1999–00 R. Conlin T.J. Leeden 1986–87 P. Chase G. Rowe 2000–01 A.J. Miller P. Orchard 1987–88 K. Barker P. Chase 2001–02 D. Izod S.A. Rooke 1988–89 J. Culver R. Day 2002–03 P. Baleisa K. Hatherley 1989–90 W. Gray P. O’Brien 2003–04 D. Hellard G. Vajda 1990–91 B.A. Farrow D. Garde 2004–05 B. Davies C. James 1991–92 A. Gellie K. Kavanagh 2005–06 M. Leckie C. Orgill 1992–93 G. Burns F.J. Preen 2006–07 A. Smith R. Stanley 1993–94 M.W. McNeil R.R. Turner 2007–08 D.A. Ireland M. Muthugounder 1994–95 G. McDonald R.L. Parry 2008–09 M. Campbell L. McKay 1995–96 G.P. Coleman G. Cooper 2009–10 T. Corvell P.J. Gillespie 1996–97 N. Sievers M. Slattery 2010–11 A. Gaughan K. Kumar 1997–98 G.C. Joshua A.P. Ward 2011–12 A. Jones R. Kalnins 1998–99 C.J.T. Allan D.L. Byrne 2012–13 N. Ferns C. Hill 1999–00 T. Fitzgerald D.C. Jones 2000–01 D. Boyd T.J. Leeden 2001–02 N. King P. Orchard 2002–03 D. Izod A. Ventura Victorian Women’s CA 2003–04 M. Hrvatin G.D. Steart 2004–05 J.F. Leehane P. Proctor First XI Umpires 2005–06 P. Cornford M.G. Gunn 2008–09 A. Smith R. Stanley 2006–07 G.W. Slater G.D. Steart 2009–10 P.J. Smith R.R. Turner 2007–08 C.J. Barton V. McKerna n 2010–11 P.J. Smith R.R. Turner 2008–09 De. Jones A. Thomas 2011–12 T. Corvell S.T. Davis 2009–10 J.G. Douglas A.J. Sammartino 2012–13 R. Turner T. Ventura 2010–11 V. Borg M.G. Gunn 2011–12 S. Brne S. Olufson Second XI Umpires 2012–13 A. Hawking A.E. Jones 2008–09 T. Corvell M. Moore 2009–10 G.P. Schembri D. Woodruff 2010–11 T. Corvell J. Richards 2011–12 R. Hubbard J. Richards 2012–13 R. Harrison A. Thomas

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 69 Cricket Victoria Finals Scorers

First XI Scorers Third XI Scorers 1998–99 M.A. Peterson C.J. Reece 2001–02 P. O’Rourke 1999–00 J.W. Hamilton M.F. Symons 2002–03 D. Missen 2000–01 R.A. Dodd J.R. Radley 2003–04 T. Finlayson 2001–02 M. Peterson R. Page 2004–05 M. Ringham F. Walsh 2002–03 G.P.L. Davey J.R. Radley 2005–06 S. Abrahams G. Schickerling 2003–04 J.R. Radley C.J. Reece 2006–07 G. Heatley T. Sheedy 2004–05 J.R. Radley M.F. Symons 2007–08 D. Barnes M.K. Walsh 2005–06 W. Hunter J.R. Radley 2008–09 M. King M.K. Walsh 2006–07 C.D. Davenport J.R. Radley 2009–10 E. Michael C.D. Skyring 2007–08 J.A. Howard C.D. Skyring 2010–11 2008–09 J.A. Howard K.V. O’Neill 2011–12 2009–10 J.R. Radley M.F. Symons 2012–13 melb stk 2010–11 G.P.L. Davey C.D. Davenport 2011–12 C.D. Davenport J.W. Hamilton 2012–13 J.A. Howard M.F. Symons Fourth XI Scorers 2001–02 S. Abrahams L.C. Howard Second XI Scorers 2003–04 S. Abrahams 2004–05 L.C. Howard R. MacRae 2001–02 C.D. Skyring 2005–06 R. Guest M.F. Symons 2002–03 W. Rhoden C.D. Skyring 2006–07 J.K.E. Higgs E. Michael 2003–04 P. O'Rourke 2007–08 N.E. Sakellaropoulos 2004–05 P. O'Rourke 2008–09 B. Black M.F. Symons 2005–06 K. Hieser P. O'Rourke 2009–10 S.M. Baulch D. Johnstone/ 2006–07 S.A. Herbert D. Missen G. Voyage 2007–08 L. Allan D. Missen 2010–11 2008–09 M. Bowles L.C. Howard 2011–12 S.A. Herbert 2009–10 D. Missen G. Schickerling 2010–11 K. Hieser D. Missen 2012–13 camb uni 2011–12 M. Bowles D. Missen • Where gaps appear, the names of the 2012–13 P. Wellard K. Hieser scorers are unknown. The continued assistance of members to locate such missing records would be greatly appreciated

70 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Umpire Exchange

Victoria–New Zealand Umpire Exchange Program The Victoria–New Zealand Umpire Exchange Program commenced in the 1990–91 season due in the main to the initiative of the then Director of Umpiring, Robin Bailhache. The purpose of the program is to provide umpires from Cricket Victoria, the Auckland Cricket Association and the Christchurch Cricket Association with on-field and off-field experiences in different geographic environments.

Year Cricket Victoria Appointments NZ Appointments

1991 Stephen Walpole (Auckland) Brent Bowden 1992 Luke Johnson (Auckland) John Crocker 1993 Norm Lunn (Auckland) Malcolm Glenny Dan Bomford (Christchurch) Graeme Clark 1994 Geoff Morrow (Auckland) Paul Calcott Peter Dikschei (Christchurch) Geoff Talbot 1995 Bob Stratford (Auckland) Bruce Cates Cameron Baulch (Christchurch) Eddie Brownlee 1996 Paul Jensen (Auckland) Barry Frost Colin Lear (Christchurch) Grant Robinson 1997 Bob Parry (Auckland) Glenn Holdem Mark McNeil (Christchurch) Peter Wright 1998 Paul Wallace (Auckland) David Lowe Tony Soulsby (Christchurch) Garry Baxter 1999 Graham Cooper (Auckland) Kevin Manley Ashley Barrow (Christchurch) Graham Smith 2000 Tony Ward (Auckland) Garth Stirrat John Ward (Christchurch) Bernie Hamilton 2001 Chris Allan (Auckland) Wayne Knights Daryl Rooks (Christchurch) Craig Cowper 2002 Chris Stevens (Auckland) Phil Jones Steven Davis (Christchurch) John Varcoe 2003 Dale Boyd (Auckland) Doug Allington Mark Hanton (Christchurch) Neil Croft 2004 Phil Hermann (Auckland) Martyn Barriball Rod McKinnon (Christchurch) Brian deLore 2005 Damian Herft (Auckland) Peter Spall Andrew Miller (Christchurch) 2006 Neil Hitchens (Auckland) Peter Gasston Gerard Abood (Christchurch) Graham Begg

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 71 Year Cricket Victoria Appointments NZ Appointments

2007 Geoff Joshua (Auckland) no exchange Phil Proctor (Christchurch) from New Zealand 2008 Sam Sciacca (Auckland) Jim Henderson Rod Conlin (Christchurch) Hiran Perera 2009 Stephen Tighe (Auckland) Raoul Allen Brad Davies (Christchurch) Rob Armour 2010 Russell Stanley (Auckland) Tony Gillies Stu Edwards (Christchurch) Dallas McIlraith 2011 Phillip Gillespie (Auckland) Mike Drinkall Dale Ireland (Christchurch) Jason Wood 2012 Ange Sammartino (Auckland) Chris Brown Luke McKay (Christchurch) Richard Hooper 2013 Dean Jones (Auckland) Jayath Batuwangala Malcolm Gunn (Christchurch) David Reid

72 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 R.M. (Bob) Crockett Shield

One of the feature events on the VCAUSA calendar is the The competition was suspended biennial Easter exchange with our sister Association in during World War II, but South Australia, SACUSA. In 2012, Kristen Thomas was resumed in 1947, playing for commisioned by SACUSA to research the early history of the R.M.(Bob) Crockett Shield; the exchange, resulting in a revision of our understanding matches have been held every of the origin of the exchange. Her findings were published second year since then. Easter in a leaflet unveiled during the Easter exchange in Adelaide exchanges are much more than in 2013 (see image opposite), as follows: simply a cricket match, however. Members of both Let the good times roll—cricket friendships offset The associations and their families get together to make and Great Depression renew friendships; on each occasion there are numerous social events arranged. Why DID a cricket match between Victorian and South Australian cricket umpires begin? And when exactly The Victorian association was known as the Victorian did it occur? Until recently, accessible records indicated Cricket Association Umpires’ Association until 1998 that 1936 was the inaugural year of competition. But when it voted to expand its membership and role to modern technology has enabled research into historic include VCA official club scorers, and changed its name newspapers that reveals plans for the interstate fixture to the Victorian Cricket Association Umpires & Scorers’ were underway as early as 1930, and the actual first Association (VCAUSA). In this edition of these records match was held in Carlton, Victoria in 1931. During it is referred to by the initials VCAUA up to 1997 and the beginning of a significant worldwide economic VCAUSA from 1999 onwards. depression this was a bold undertaking, but one The South Australian association was named the South which was inspired by a desire to promote goodwill Australian Cricket Umpires’ Association (SACUA), and hope. The traditional game that ‘The Vics’ and maintaining this name even after scorers were admitted ‘The Croweaters’ indulge in today was born of a need to membership in 2001. In 2010, however, it changed its to remind people that fun is an essential ingredient of name to properly reflect its membership, becoming the life—especially when life is looking challenging. South Australian Cricket Umpires & Scorers Association As it turned out, the result of the first match was a (SACUSA). In this edition of these records it is referred diplomatically correct ‘draw’. As it was not a limited to by the initials SACUA up to 2009, but will be referred overs game—and it appears that SA declared at 8 for to as SACUSA from 2011 onwards. 125—when Victoria reached 7 for 111 at stumps, the Both Associations are referred to by their current initials game was declared a draw. SA’s Victor Selth (former (SACUSA and VCAUSA) in column headings, but the State level wicketkeeper) was generously awarded historical initials are used in reference to specific matches a trophy by Victoria, for being the best performing prior to the changes of name. visiting player. (Source: http://trove.nla.gov.au/ndp/ del/artitle/45758502). Ernest Ramsden was a Victorian founding player who had the pleasure of umpiring a Sheffield Shield AND a Vic vs West Indies match at the MCG just prior to the umpires’ game. Depression or not, lights were shining brightly for cricket umpires and their beloved game 82 years ago when our partnership began.

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 73 Results of matches

Match Year Result Venue 1 1931 match drawn Carlton (Vic) 2 1936 SACUA won* St Peter’s College (SA) 3 1937 SACUA won* St Peter’s College (SA) 4 1939 SACUA won* Adelaide Oval No. 2 (SA) 5 1947 SACUA won by 56 runs Wattle Park (V) 6 1949 SACUA won by 19 runs St Peter’s College (SA) 7 1951 VCAUA won* not known (V) 8 1953 SACUA won by 58 runs Adelaide High School (SA) 9 1955 SACUA won by 1 wicket Ross Gregory Oval (V) 10 1957 SACUA won by 4 wickets and 42 runs Adelaide Oval No. 2 (SA) 11 1959 VCAUA won by 19 runs Ross Gregory Oval (V) 12 1961 VCAUA won by 102 runs Adelaide Oval No. 2 (SA) 13 1963 SACUA won by 8 wickets Scotch College (V) 14 1965 VCAUA won by 1 wicket British Tube Mills Oval (SA) 15 1967 SACUA won by 89 runs Albert Park No. 8 (V) 16 1969 VCAUA won by 8 wickets and 11 runs Sacred Heart College (SA) 17 1971 SACUA won by 2 wickets and 124 runs Scotch College (V) 18 1973 SACUA won by 95 runs Daws Road High School (SA) 19 1975 VCAUA won by 2 wickets Scotch College (V) 20 1977 SACUA won by 6 wickets Flinders University (SA) 21 1979 VCAUA won by 7 wickets Scotch College (V) 22 1981 VCAUA won by 1 wicket St Peter’s College (SA) 23 1983 VCAUA won by 7 wickets Albert Ground (V) 24 1985 VCAUA won by 93 runs St Peter’s College (SA) 25 1987 VCAUA won by 54 runs Scotch College No. 2 (V) 26 1989 SACUA won by 4 wickets St Peter’s College (SA) 27 1991 VCAUA won by 83 runs St Kevin’s College (V) 28 1993 VCAUA won by 5 wickets St Peter’s College (SA) 29 1995 SACUA won by 24 runs Xavier College (V) 30 1997 VCAUA won by 24 runs Scotch College (SA) 31 1999 VCAUSA won by 26 runs Xavier College (V) 32 2001 SACUA won by 41 runs Scotch College (SA) 33 2003 VCAUSA won by 4 wickets Trinity Grammar School (V) 34 2005 VCAUSA won by 5 wickets Scotch College (SA) 35 2007 VCAUSA won by 8 wickets Cricket Willow (V) 36 2009 SACUA won by 8 wickets Scotch College No 2 (SA) 37 2011 VCAUSA won by 115 runs Cricket Willow (V) 38 2013 SACUSA won by 53 runs Scotch College (SA) * winning margin unknown

74 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 VCAUSA Crockett Shield Records

Best Batting Performances Best Bowling Performances 111* C. Dalkin 2005 6/32 J. McLean 1949 96 L. King 1987 6/44 M. Barker 1961 86 M. Leckie 2009 5/11 C. Stevens 2001 75* K. Carmody 1969 5/17 A. Gamble 1979 73* M. Sheehan 1999 5/26 I. McGregor 1997 67 E. Ramsden 1947 5/28 G. Wetenhall 1955 60 K. Collicoat 1961 5/29 P. Hooper 1965 59 A. Bramwell 1987 5/35 G. Hamilton 1975 58* M. Leckie 2007 4/9 D. Clement 1991 58 D. Funnell 1991 4/15 L. Taylor 1959 58 S. Brne 2011 4/18 C. Lai 2007 56 F. Semmens 1975 4/19 J. Wheeler 1961 55 D. Taylor 2011 4/22 D. Clement 1997 50 R. Winchester 1989 4/22 A. Barrow 2005 47 R. Whitehead 1981 4/23 M. Barker 1959 45 R. Whitehead 1975 4/23 D. Holt 1985 45 D. Rooks 1999 4/30 M. Gandy 1985 43 R. Isherwood 1963 4/35 D. Clement 1993 42 M. Sheehan 1997 4/40 M. Barker 1967 40 A. Ventura 2007 4/52 G. Thies 1973 38* D. Pickering 1983 4/53 G. Wetenhall 1953 38 L. King 1985 3/1 P. Hooper 1971 38 A. Barrow 2009 3/6 S. Brne 2011 38 S. Weerasekera 2013 3/8 G. Hamilton 1979 37* I. Goss 1981 3/11 R. McKinnon 2003 37 P. Dikschei 1997 3/16 C. Dalkin 2005 37 A. Barrow 2005 3/22 D. Holt 1983 36 B. Reid 1995 3/22 A. Johanson 1993 35 M. Barker 1967 3/25 R. Patterson 1999 35 P. Dikschei 1993 3/28 E. Hamid 1955 35 E. Hamid 1955 3/37 G. Thies 1977 35 McLean 1949 3/38 P. Hooper 1973 3/38 W. O’Neill 1987 3/39 I. Goss 1983

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 75 Victorian Captains (since 1953) Most Appearances for Victoria (since 1953) 1953 W. Smyth 12 R. Isherwood 1963–87 1955 L. McLaren 11 D. Bomford * 1983–09 1957 L. McLaren 10 D. Holt 1981–99 1959 L. McLaren 8 M. Barker 1959–73 1961 L. McLaren 8 R. McKinnon 1999– 1963 K. Collicoat 8 A. Ventura 2001– 1965 L. McLaren 7 L. McLaren 1953–67 1967 P. Hooper 7 J. Wheeler 1955–71 1969 P. Hooper 7 P. Hooper 1963–77 1971 P. Hooper 7 G. Bugge 1979–91 1973 R. Isherwood 7 I. McGregor 1989–01 1975 R. Isherwood 7 D. Clement 1991–05 1977 G. Hamilton 7 C. Allan 2001– 1979 R. Whitehead 7 A. Barrow 2001– 1981 G. Bugge 6 G. Thies 1971–81 1983 L. King 5 K. Elmslie 1955–65 1985 A. Bramwell 5 K. Collicoat 1961–71 1987 D. Holt 5 L. Hawkes 1961–71 1989 D. Bomford 5 J. Mastin 1963–73 1991 I. McGregor 5 R. Whitehead 1975–83 1993 R. Stratford 5 A. Gamble 1977–85 1995 C. Lear 5 A. Bramwell 1983–91 1997 D. Clement 4 K. Carmody 1969–79 1999 P. Dikschei 4 F. Semmens 1971–77 2001 C. Stevens 4 L. King 1981–87 2003 A. Barrow 4 M. Gandy ** 1981–87 2005 C. Allan 4 P. Dikschei 1993–99 2007 A. Barrow 4 C. Lear 1993–99 2009 A. Barrow 4 S. Phillips 1997–05 2011 A. Ventura * also 12th man on 7 occasions 2013 A. McCarthy ** represented SACUA 1981 and 1983

76 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Victorian Partnership Records Wicket Score Players and their scores Year 1st 66 A. Ventura (40) & C. Allan (32) 2007 2nd 56 K. Carmody (75no) & H. Howieson (31) 1969 3rd 91 S. Brne (58) & D. Taylor (55) 2011 4th 58# T. Bramwell (29no) & D. Pickering (38no) 1983 58 A. Barrow (38) & M. Leckie (86) 2009 5th 133 T. Bramwell (59) & L. King (96) 1987 6th 46 R. Patterson (33) & B. Reid (36) 1995 7th 59# M. Sheehan (73no) & I. McGregor (14no) 1999 8th 43 E. Hamid (35) & K. McElhinney (13) 1955 9th 24 D. Clement (3) & B. Reid (36) 1995 10th 48 D. Elder (20no) & McNamara (30) 1949 # denotes unfinished partnership

Umpires and Scorers Year SACUSA VCAUSA SACUSA VCAUSA 1993 R. Woods N. Grant R. Glovitch B. Ellemor 1995 P. Cronin R. Bailhache R. Bartlett B. Ellemor 1997 G. McTavish R. Bailhache R. Bartlett B. Ellemor 1999 R. Glovitch R. Bailhache S. Knobben B. Lincoln 2001 P. Cronin B. Ellemor C. Miles G. Cook 2003 R. Woods P. Jensen C. Miles J. Higgs 2005 P. Angley E. Kelly C. Miles I. Stuart 2007 M. Bartlett G. Cumming P. Angley J. Howard 2009 C. Thiele G. Cumming C. Miles L. Howard 2011 G. Slater B. Ellemor C. Thiele J. Howard 2013 A. Collins J. Collins N. Ricketts T. Finlayson * Commencing in 2009 the Peter Cronin Medal was created to be presented to the officiating umpires * Commencing in 2011 the L&J Howard Medal was created to be presented to the officiating Ss

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 77 The Ian McGregor Medal

Following the 2003 Easter Visit, at which time Ian McGregor was known to be terminally ill (he died in August 2003), the committees of the two associations decided to strike a medal for the player of the match to be called the Ian McGregor Medal. Ian was an enthusiastic participant and key organiser of Easter events from 1989 to 2001.

Year Player Association 2005 C. Dalkin VCAUSA 2007 A. Ventura VCAUSA 2009 M. Sheppard SACUA 2011 S. Brne VCAUSA 2013 J. Edwards SACUSA

The Keith C Butler Trophy

Following the 1999 Easter visit a combined meeting of the committees of the two associations decided to commence a new competition between the two associations, to be known as the Keith C Butler Trophy. Keith Butler was a SACUSA member who attended every Easter event from 1936* to 1997. *In view of the new discovery that the exchange actually commenced in 1931, it would be interesting to know whether Keith participated in the earlier exchange(s) Competition is in sport or activity and a format which enables and encourages participation of all members and families. The actual contest is determined for each visit by the host association.

Year Activity Venue Won by 1 2001 Bocce McLaren Vale (SA) SACUA 2 2003 Mini Golf Whittlesea Alpine Toboggan Park (Vic) SACUA 3 2005 Lawn Bowls Adelaide Oval (SA) SACUA 4 2007 Orienteering Ballarat Botanical Gardens (Vic) SACUA 5 2009 Croquet North Adelaide Croquet Club, Prospect (SA) VCAUSA 6 2011 Archery Wendouree Archery Club, Ballarat (Vic) SACUSA 7 2013 Global Games Tea Tree Gully sports oval SACUSA

78 VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 Senior Careers Summary

2012–13 Career Other List Other List Test ODI SS FC A Total Test ODI SS FC A Total

Scorers Davenport Craig ––––11––––11 Hamilton Jim – 1 1 – 2 4 – 18 31 – 31 80 Higgs James – 1 1 – 4 6 – 16 22 1 26 65 Howard Janet – 1 2 – 2 5 – 38 52 5 37 132 O’Neill Kevin 1 1 2 – – 4 25 52 140 9 35 261 Reece Craig 1 – 2 – – 3 18 18 57 3 41 137 Walsh Mike – – 2 – 2 4 94 221 71 80 72 538

Umpires Barrow Ashley – – 4 – 5 9 – – 13 1 28 42 Joshua Geoff – – 6 1 7 14 –– 20 3 35 58 Ward John – – 6 – 8 14 –– 42 7 59 108 Ward Tony – – 5 – 5 10 –– 26 1 37 64 NOTES:. 1 These tables give details of matches recorded in the following summary table in the ‘Sen’ (senior appointment) column. In line with Cricket Victoria figures, these totals now include 3rd-umpire appointments 2. List A matches include One-Day Domestic matches and tour matches which are not First Class matches

Winner of Cricket Victoria’s Umpiring Service Recognition Award for 2013 Eric Kelly, with wife Sandra, at our 2013 Annual Dinner

VCAUSA Annual Report 2013 79 Cricket Victoria Careers Summary

2012–13 Career First Sen 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Sen 1st 2nd 3rd 4th Season # XI XI XI XI Total # XI XI XI XI Total

Scorers Bowles M 2006–07 *–– 67 29 4 100 Brignell M 2000–01 –– 18 –– 18 – 4 183 –– 187 Bugg DA 1998–99 – 4 – – – 4 – 119 36 12 9 176 Chapman TC 1996–97 – 14 1 – – 15 5 240 69 – 14 328 Davenport CM 1982–83 1 21 –– 22 1 403 30 61 3 498 Davey GPL 2001–02 – 12 6 1 2 21 – 163 13 6 5 187 Grace AG 1999–00 – 19 ––– 19 – 244 3 6 3 256 Guelen B 2010–11 – 3 16 –– 19 – 6 44 –– 50 Hamilton JW 1986–87 4 10 ––– 14 80 291 2 60 – 433 Herbert SA 1985–86 – 18 2 – 1 21 – 380 22 54 26 482 Hieser KB 1991–92 – 1 19 – 1 21 – 43 325 7 1 376 Higgs JKE 1992–93 6 21 1 1 – 29 65 296 21 19 9 410 Howard JA 1976–77 5 12 – 4 2 23 132 541 1 10 6 690 Howard LC 1991–92 2 13 1 16 1 26 346 4 11 388 King M ** ––– 18 6 24 ––– 18 6 24 Lincoln BE 1998–99 – 18 ––– 18 – 267 118 32 9 426 Missen D 1998–99 – 5 19 1 – 25 – 33 186 58 22 299 Moloney J ** –– 18 –– 18 –– 18 –– 18 O’Neill KV 1971–72 4 4* 261 457 8 70 12 808 Page R 1976–77 – 19 ––– 19 – 594 ––– 594 Radley JR 1993–94 – 21 ––– 21 – 365 ––– 365 Rainsford SJ 2000–01 – 1 9 – – 10 – 5 35 30 75 145 Reece CJ 1973–74 3 3* 137 482 40 10 4 673 Robinson MJ 2001–02 – 12 ––– 12 – 81 3 – – 84 Rodgers SE 1977–78 – 19 ––– 19 1 467 66 2 2 538 Ross W 2001–02 – 3 6 – – 9 – 20 30 11 13 74 Sakellaropoulos NE 1994–95 – 3 7 – – 10 – 57 121 – 7 185 Salerni N ** –1–––1–1––– 1 Schickerling G 2001–02 – 3 16 1 – 20 – 16 153 4 2 175 Shaw S 2011–12 – 17 ––– 17 – 34 ––– 34

NOTES: # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables 1 T. Chapman umpired 86 matches, 1988–89 to 1994–95; career figures include both scoring and umpiring 2 B. Lincoln umpired 157 matches, 1987–88 to 1997–98; career figures include both scoring and umpiring * season 2012–13 details unable to be obtained in time for publication ** starting season not known, hence career figures are incomplete

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Scorers Stevens LC 2000–01 –– 18 –– 18 –– 186 –– 186 Symons MF 1992–93 – 18 2 1 – 21 – 347 11 5 4 367 Walsh MK 1963–64 4 17 – – 1 22 538 566 51 8 2 1165 Wellard P ** –– 20 –– 20 – 3 —160 2nd/3rd/4thXI— 183

NOTES: # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables 1 T. Chapman umpired 86 matches, 1988–89 to 1994–95; career figures include both scoring and umpiring 2 B. Lincoln umpired 157 matches, 1987–88 to 1997–98; career figures include both scoring and umpiring * season 2012–13 details unable to be obtained in time for publication ** starting season not known, hence career figures are incomplete

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Umpires Allan C 1997–98 – 17 1 – – – 2 20 – 182 35 22 19 2 4 264 Baldwin G 2008–09 ––– 11 2 1 1 15 – – 1 37 24 3 14 79 Baleisa P 1997–98 – – – 1 16 1 1 19 –– 68 70 100 2 4 244 Barrow A 1997–98 9 8 – – – – – 17 42 155 18 8 15 2 – 240 Bawa G 2010–11 ––– 12 1 1 3 17 – – 1 24 14 2 6 47 Beams K 2012–13 ––––––3 3––––––3 3 Biagioni G 2008–09 – – – – 1 2 – 3 – 26 15 17 2 3 1 64 Birch R 2009–10 – 19 1 – – – – 20 – 36 19 15 – 2 – 72 Bomford D 1979–80 – 10 – – – – 1 11 – 305 169 3 33 4 1 515 Borg V 2010–11 –– 18 – 1 2 – 21 –– 32 16 4 4 1 57 Brne S 2010–11 – 6 15 – – 4 – 25 – 6 16 18 11 4 3 58 Cervetto M 2009–10 – 19 1 – – – – 20 – 24 27 13 – 5 1 70 Collins J 1990–91 ––– 12 3 4 – 19 – 4 231 88 19 8 2 352 Corvell T 2008–09 – – – 6 1 2 1 10 – – 1 25 14 12 12 64 Craig S 2010–11 – 18 1 – – – – 19 – 34 8 4 1 1 – 48 Cumming G 1990–91 –––– 15 – 2 17 – 28 79 110 60 5 3 285 Davies B 2004–05 – 17 1 – – 1 – 19 – 71 33 18 16 2 – 140 Davis S 1998–99 – 15 1 – – – – 16 – 78 107 5 33 6 2 231 Diamond-Smith J 2007–08 – – – – 1 5 17 23 – – 1 36 28 10 22 97 Dolin T 2011–12 ––– 15 2 – 3 20 ––– 15 16 – 5 36 Douglas J 2008–09 –– 11 – – 1 – 12 –– 37 30 2 6 1 76 Edwards L 2009–10 ––– 13 2 1 3 19 – – 1 41 18 2 8 70 # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables

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Umpires Edwards S 2004–05 – – 2 – – 4 1 7 – 1 67 17 11 11 4 111 Ellemor B 1991–92 – – – 9 4 6 3 22 – 8 181 106 29 14 5 343 Fabris F 2008–09 – 18 1 – – – – 19 – 47 17 13 2 3 – 82 Ferns N 2012–13 – – – 1 16 – 4 21 – – – 1 16 – 4 21 Ferzulla F 2010–11 – – – 1 13 – 3 17 – – – 3 36 1 5 45 Finlayson T 2003–04 ––– 13 2 – 4 19 – – 1 101 37 3 12 154 Garde D 1990–91 –––– 14 – 1 15 – 2 17 150 122 1 7 299 Gaughan A 2009–10 – – – 8 – – 3 11 ––– 22 28 – 7 57 Gillespie A 2011–12 – – – 1 9 – 5 15 – – – 1 18 – 8 27 Gillespie P 2009–10 – 17 1 – – 1 – 19 – 35 12 5 19 2 1 74 Goel S 2012–13 –––– 11 – 4 15 –––– 11 – 4 15 Gooneratne D 2010–11 – – – 1 9 – 3 13 – – 1 1 27 – 7 36 Greelish N 2012–13 ––– 11 1 – 4 16 ––– 11 1 – 4 16 Gunn M 1992–93 – 1 16 1 2 3 2 25 – 30 163 101 25 11 3 333 Hall C 1997–98 ––– 12 4 – 1 17 – 27 85 85 18 6 7 228 Hanton M 2000–01 – 19 1 – – – – 20 – 172 33 16 6 – – 227 Harrison R 2011–12 – – – – – 6 15 21 – – 1 14 – 6 18 39 Hassan A 2012–13 – – – 1 15 – 1 17 – – – 1 15 – 1 17 Hatherley K 2002–03 – – – – – – 1 1 – 24 58 41 16 5 2 146 Hawking A 2010–11 ––– 16 2 2 2 22 ––– 17 15 2 6 40 Herft D 1999–00 – 16 1 – – 1 – 18 – 171 29 19 2 2 – 223 Hill C 2012–13 –––– 17 – 5 22 –––– 17 – 5 22 Hobbs K 2004–05 ––– 13 1 3 4 21 – – 1 92 24 7 7 131 Holt D 1980–81 – 5 13 – 1 1 – 20 39 341 133 10 9 9 1 542 Hoverd M 2012–13 – – – 1 9 – 3 13 – – – 1 9 – 3 13 Hubbard R 2005–06 –– 12 – – 1 1 14 –– 48 11 45 7 4 115 Ireland D 2006–07 – 19 1 – – – – 20 – 45 15 17 37 3 1 118 James C 1998–99 –– 17 – 1 1 1 20 –– 30 73 97 3 6 209 Jones A 2011–12 ––– 16 1 1 1 19 ––– 18 17 1 4 40 Jones Da 1999–00 – – – – – 3 – 3 – 138 55 20 6 5 – 224 Jones De 2003–04 –– 10 – – 2 – 12 –– 84 43 22 10 – 159 Jones G 2002–03 – 3 13 – – 2 – 18 – 42 66 43 19 6 3 179 Joshi K 2011–12 – – – 1 10 – 3 14 – – – 1 20 – 7 28 Joshua G 1995–96 14 7 – – – – – 21 58 159 55 27 16 2 – 317 Kalnins R 2011–12 ––– 10 1 3 3 17 ––– 12 15 3 4 34 Kelly E 1985–86 – 2 9 1 1 2 2 17 – 104 250 13 16 10 3 396 Kerrison R 2012–13 ––– 15 1 – 2 18 ––– 15 1 – 2 18 # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables

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Umpires Kumar K 2008–09 ––––––1 1––– 13 32 – 5 50 Kurup R 2011–12 – – – 1 6 – 3 10 – – – 1 15 – 8 24 Lai C 2006–07 – – 4 6 – 6 – 16 –– 33 23 19 9 2 86 Leach I 2008–09 –––5–13 9––– 28 28 1 9 66 Lloyd G 1992–93 –––– 12 – 2 14 – 1 125 34 141 1 10 312 Lowe D 2010–11 –– 13 – – 8 2 23 –– 27 17 – 11 6 61 McCarthy A 2008–09 –– 14 – – 2 – 16 –– 30 21 22 5 1 79 McDonald T 2012–13 –––– 14 – 4 18 –––– 14 – 4 18 McKernan V 1997–98 –– 13 – – 2 2 17 –– 103 51 32 9 5 200 McKinnon R 1994–95 – 16 1 – – 3 – 20 – 92 163 18 10 6 – 289 Meagher D 2010–11 ––– 13 1 1 3 18 ––– 13 18 1 7 39 Melzer D 2012–13 –––– 14 – 3 17 –––– 14 – 3 17 Muthugounder S 2005–06 –– 13 – – 2 – 15 –– 39 27 53 8 4 131 Nimmervoll M 2008–09 – – – – 9 – 6 15 – – 1 15 34 1 8 59 Ohira T 2009–10 ––– 11 1 1 4 17 – – 1 25 29 1 7 63 Olufson S 2010–11 –– 14 – – 2 – 16 –– 16 31 1 6 4 58 Patterson R 1998–99 – 18 1 – 2 – 21 56 179 21 27 16 2 – 301 Piperno A 2012–13 – – – 1 9 – 2 12 – – – 1 9 – 2 12 Pitts S 2011–12 ––– 13 2 – 2 17 ––– 13 17 – 4 34 Proctor P 2003–04 – – 3 – – 1 – 4 – 74 24 15 19 2 – 135 Robinson M 2012–13 – – – 1 15 – 4 20 – – – 1 15 – 4 20 Rogers M 2012–13 – – – 1 14 – 4 19 – – – 1 14 – 4 19 Rose M 2008–09 ––– 12 1 2 2 17 ––– 24 38 2 7 71 Sammartino A 2009–10 – 17 1 – – – 18 – 43 6 15 – 1 1 66 Schache G 2012–13 –– 14 – – 3 – 17 –– 14 – – 3 – 17 Schembri G 2006–07 –– 13 – – 4 – 17 –– 14 51 38 6 7 116 Schloeffel Z 2010–11 ––– 11 3 2 3 19 ––– 11 23 3 6 43 Sciacca S 2003–04 – 16 1 – – 2 – 19 – 63 47 29 20 4 1 164 Shanahan P 1995–96 – 2 12 – 1 6 2 23 – 80 174 4 13 15 4 290 Sheahan B 1981–82 – 21 1 – – – – 22 77 371 33 38 18 –– 537 Shepard D 2011–12 – 11 5 – – – – 16 – 11 5 – – – – 16 Slater G 2001–02 – 2 14 – – 7 1 24 – 4 88 72 26 16 1 207 Smith P 1991–92 – – – – – 1 – 1 – 52 98 105 38 11 1 305 Thomas A 2007–08 – – 1 8 2 – 6 17 –– 18 40 15 4 7 84 Thomas R 2011–12 – – – 1 15 – 5 21 – – – 1 28 – 7 36 Turner R 1992–93 – 6 12 –– 10 5 33 – 262 42 18 10 22 6 360 Vajda G 2001–02 – – 8 – – 1 2 11 –– 49 67 39 11 2 168 # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables

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Umpires Ventura T 1999–00 – 5 10 – – 7 – 22 – 45 106 36 31 15 2 235 Walker J 2010–11 ––– 16 1 2 2 21 – – 1 16 28 3 5 53 Ward J 1996–97 14 4 – – – – – 18 108 192 24 6 5 1 – 336 Ward T 1997–98 10 8 – – – 1 – 19 64 193 19 15 – 4 – 295 Watson J 2006–07 –– 11 – 1 5 1 18 –– 36 21 40 8 4 109 Weerasekera S 2011–12 – – – 8 2 – 1 11 ––– 10 15 – 3 28 Whalley J 2010–11 ––– 15 1 1 3 20 ––– 15 24 1 7 47 Woodruff D 2009–10 –––– 13 – 2 15 – – – 4 44 1 13 62 # ‘Sen’ includes all matches listed in the separate Senior Careers Summary tables

Cup Day Barbecue participants …

Alan McCarthy and son Stuart Finlayson family

John Walker, Graeme Thies and Takashi Ohira Shawna and Trent McDonald

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First Name Surname Category First Name Surname Category Chris Allan U Alan Jones U Kevin Allday L Dean Jones U Cyril Andrews L Geoffrey Joshua U Robin Bailhache L Robert Kalnins U Gary Baldwin U Eric Kelly U Paul Baleisa U Rodney Kerrison U Ashley Barrow U Len King L Dan Bomford U Courtney Lai U Vincent Borg U Alan McCarthy U Stephen Brne U Trent McDonald U Dorothy Bugg S Rod McKinnon U Graeme Bugge L David Meagher U Denis Byrne L David Missen S Matt Cervetto U Takashi Ohira U Jack Collins L Scott Olufson U John Collins U Roger Page S Daryl Cox A Richard Patterson U Glenn Cumming U Stephen Pitts U Jeffrey Diamond-Smith U John Richards A Tony Dolin U Mark Robinson U Luke Edwards U Ange Sammartino U Anne Eldridge L Glenn Schache U Bill Ellemor U Gerry Schembri U Femi Ferzulla U Zach Schloeffel U Trevor Finlayson U Sam Sciacca U Ralph Francione L Phillip Shanahan U Alfred Gaughan U Graham Slater U Andrew Gillespie U Peter Smith A Phillip Gillespie U Ian Stuart L Dinesh Gooneratne U Michael Symons S Noel Grant L Graeme Thies L Neil Greelish U Russell Thomas U Colin Hall U George Vajda U Richard Harrison U Tony Ventura U Shane Herbert S John Walker U Darrell Holt U John Ward U Peter Hooper L Tony Ward U Jan Howard S Sahan Weerasekera U Harry Howieson L Rex Whitehead L Ray Isherwood L Ross Wilkinson A Paul Jensen A David Woodruff U

Summary: Life Members 16 Summary: Life Members 16 Umpires 55 Umpires 55 Scorers 6 Scorers 6 Associate members 5 Associate members 5 TOTAL: 82 TOTAL: 82

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V.C.A. Umpires & Scorers’ Association

107th Annual Report, 2013

1906 – 2013