2008/2009 SEASON REVIEW Premiers One Day Team S14A S14B Grand Finalists E Grade H Grade T16A Preliminary Finalists S12A Highett Omega Cricket Club (CMCA) 2008/09 Season Review TABLE OF CONTENTS PRESIDENT’S REPORT – BY MAL LAY .................................................................3 SENIOR TEAM REPORTS........................................................................................5 Longmuir Shield – by Clint Ferguson ................................................................................................. 5 Woolnough Shield – by Steve Cruwys................................................................................................. 6 C Grade – 3rds – by Vernon Rozario .................................................................................................. 8 E Grade – 4ths – by Graham Wilson................................................................................................... 9 F Grade – 5ths – by Ilya Fridman...................................................................................................... 10 H Grade – 6ths – by Phil Taranto...................................................................................................... 11 One-Day Grade – By Mike Bridges ................................................................................................... 13 JUNIOR CO-ORDINATOR’S REPORT – BY CHRIS RYAN...................................15 U16 JUNIOR CO-ORDINATOR’S REPORT – BY BILL FIDDLER .........................16 T16A Report – by Jaryd Lyons & Michael Soldatos ....................................................................... 17 T16B Report – by Bill Fiddler............................................................................................................ 18 U14 JUNIOR CO-ORDINATOR’S REPORT – BY CHRIS RYAN ...........................19 S14A Report – by Graham Wilson .................................................................................................... 20 S14B Report – by Chris Ryan & Paul McGaw................................................................................. 21 T14B Report – by Anne Walker (coached by Andy McGaw) ......................................................... 23 U12 JUNIOR CO-ORDINATOR’S REPORT – BY DARREN HAW........................24 S12A Report – by Neil Vorbach......................................................................................................... 26 S12C Report – by Chris Harrington (coached by Andy Power) ..................................................... 28 S12D Report – by Paul Taberner....................................................................................................... 30 S12E Report – by Robert Konoroth .................................................................................................. 31 REPRESENTATIVE TEAMS...................................................................................32 CLUB AWARDS......................................................................................................33 Senior Awards ..................................................................................................................................... 33 Junior Awards ..................................................................................................................................... 34 Outstanding Performances................................................................................................................. 35 Milestones ............................................................................................................................................ 36 Club Champion ................................................................................................................................... 36 Outstanding Services........................................................................................................................... 36 Aggregate Runs ................................................................................................................................... 36 Aggregate Wickets .............................................................................................................................. 36 Best Under 21 Player........................................................................................................................... 36 Best Clubman ...................................................................................................................................... 36 Life Membership ................................................................................................................................. 36 Club Legend......................................................................................................................................... 36 Club Legend Award............................................................................................................................ 37 1 Omega Cricket Club (CMCA) 2008/09 Season Review TABLE OF CONTENTS CMCA AWARDS .....................................................................................................38 Knights Awards - Player of the Year (Senior).................................................................................. 38 CMCA Batting & Bowling Awards ...................................................................................................38 CMCA Best Player in Grand Final Awards ..................................................................................... 38 Umpires’ Association Awards ............................................................................................................ 38 MIKE SMITH CUP ...................................................................................................39 PHOTO GALLERY ..................................................................................................40 2 Omega Cricket Club (CMCA) 2008/09 Season Review PRESIDENT’S REPORT – by Mal Lay I would like to take this opportunity to thank our club for giving me the responsibility and opportunity of being Club President for season 2008/2009. It has been a very enjoyable experience. Presentation night is an opportunity to recognise and thank those who have worked hard to make Omega a great place to enjoy both on and off the field. Committee: Thank you to our two Vice-Presidents Vinnie Micalizzi and Charlie Yanni for their support and commitment over the year. Jacob Slucki has done a fantastic job at his first year as Treasurer and his contribution to our club in all areas should not be under estimated. We have invested heavily in improving our club this year and thanks to Jac we remain financially strong. Our Club would not function without the amazing hard work and dedication of Tracey Fletcher. Everyone here tonight should take the time to thank Tracey for the unbelievable commitment and effort that Tracey puts into our club. Our Junior Coordinator Chris Ryan has done a fantastic job and due to his hard work our Club’s junior program continues to be the envy of the competition. To our other committee members Steve Cruwys, Graham Wilson, Illya Fridman, Chippa and Clemo, thank you for your support and help with all that is involved in running our Club. Sponsors: Our club is reliant on the generosity and support of our sponsors and I would like to thank the following on behalf of myself and the Omega Cricket Club. Highett Branch Chris Wheeler and the team at the Bendigo Bank Highett have made a major contribution to improving our Club and we must make sure that if we have any Banking Business we at least give them the opportunity to present their services. This will go along way in us forming a long lasting relationship. Thank you for you support Chris This year our juniors received support from Mark Mosely and Declan Kelly from Dreamsafe Mattress Recyclers. Thank you Mark and Declan for your generous support. Jason Swift and Frank Ruffo continued their support of Omega and we are extremely appreciative of their contribution. Don’t forget to contact Jason or Frank if you need any help in any real estate or property management solutions. 3 Omega Cricket Club (CMCA) 2008/09 Season Review PRESIDENT’S REPORT – by Mal Lay (continued) A big thanks to Dave McHugh, the McHugh family and LMC for their support of Omega over a number of years. Thank you to all those who contributed to our photo sponsorship and all our Mike Smith Cup sponsors. Thanks to the following: Dizzy Smith on his fantastic effort in making the Mike Smith Cup a huge success. All those who contributed to the Leigh Ryan fund Our Junior Coaches, assistants and parents for their efforts during the year. Tim Malane for all his help and support during the year. John Smith once again does everything he can and took ownership of our Milo program. Greg Fletcher for his help behind the bar. Colleen McGaw and Sharon Lay for the Ladies Day. Bluey for running our Super Saturday raffles Rod Strahan from Jelrod Keith from Steve’s liquor Stewie – room cleaning Thanks to our Chairman of Selectors Rudi and our senior Captains Cruwsy, Vern, Willo, Illya, PT and Rombo for their efforts in getting our sides on the park each week. To our Club Captain/Coach Clint Ferguson – Congratulations on being named CMCA captain of the year and thank you for your efforts in 2008/2009. I’m certain that our club will improve and grow under your leadership and we are hoping that you and your family will continue to enjoy the Great Omega Cricket Club for a long time. Finally I would like