Michael O'Sullivan 1950-2013 – Hall of Fame Article

Sydney University Cricket Club | March 01, 2023

Michael O'Sullivan 1950-2013

On the day that Mick died, 3 September 2013, this appreciation was written. “One of the greats, one of the legends, one of the Club’s most loyal and staunch supporters, one of our fondest friends, is with us no more.

MOS played for our Club from 1968 until 1995 mostly in 1st Grade where his 622 wickets is surely an unassailable record. He captained 1st Grade, won honours in the NSW Sheffield Shield squad and in the Australian Universities’ team and then served the Club with distinction and wisdom as Chairman of Selectors and as Chairman of the Board. The SCA honoured him deservedly with Life Membership as did his own club.

While all the glittering achievements, mighty records and statistics will eventually fade, we won’t ever forget his integrity, his sense of humour, his stories, his pride, his fierce loyalty, his intense love for his family.

Mick trained harder than anyone else. He bowled tirelessly to perfect accuracy and variation. He batted stubbornly. He fielded with determination and he played with a competitiveness and commitment that brought out the best in others.

Mick’s affection for and dedication to the Club remained undiluted throughout 45 years. His enthusiasm was irrepressible. His sense of humour, even on the darkest days, was infectious.

What he has left us is a treasury of fond memories, a legacy of a lifetime spent serving others, friendships over decades that will sustain us all, even on bleak days like this.”