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UTS North Sydney District Cricket Club

https://www.northsydneycc.com.au

Sydney, Australia

North Sydney District CC competes in the NSW Premier Cricket men's and women's competitions

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Q: On this particular day, David Warner turned up to a postcard-perfect North Sydney Oval to take on a UTS North Sydney side, which included the then-Fox Sports scribe, Sam Alexander.

Alexander penned a piece the following Monday that would be Fox Sport’s second most clicked article of the year, but it didn’t come without backlash: “I played club cricket against David Warner on Saturday – here is the type of bloke he is.”

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2606/the-day-i-played-club-cricket-against-david-warner-20

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The day I played club cricket against David Warner 2.0

It was blockbuster news when the then-exiled test stars David Warner and Steve Smith returned to Sydney Grade Cricket amid their 12-month ban for “sandpaper gate” in Cape Town. ...

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Q: UTS North Sydney had a mixed start across the lower grades to kick off 2024/25. Here are the match reports from the opening month of the season.

Third Grade
Round 1 vs Bankstown
First game of the year for the Bears, looking to kickstart our season with a win playing away at Kelso against a reasonably strong Bankstown side. After winning the toss and electing to field, the boys were fired up to start the year strong, well supported by 3rd-grade debutant Angus Miller and North Sydney debutant Lachlan Spencer. After a slow start in the opening overs, Lachlan Spencer (2-53) and Vrushab Kumar (3-46) broke open the important opening and middle-order partnerships. Yet, a few excellent innings and some clean hitting at the death took Bankstown to a formidable total of 300, a score well above par but not out of sight for some bears looking to score their first runs of the season.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2586/october-reports-uts-north-sydney-grades-3-5

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October Reports: UTS North Sydney Grades 3-5

UTS North Sydney had a mixed start across the lower grades to kick off 2024/25. Here are the match reports from the opening month of the season.T ...

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Q: Nic Bills returned to UTS North Sydney last year and produced a brilliant ball under the Drummoyne lights against his former club, Sydney.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2570/magic-moment-bills-sends-bails-flying-under-lights

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Magic Moment: Bills sends bails flying under lights

Nic Bills returned to UTS North Sydney last year and produced a brilliant ball under the Drummoyne lights against his former club, Sydney. ...

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Q: We arrived at North Sydney with ominous skies overhead and, before we could park the car, the heavens opened up and large raindrops threatened both the match and the Bears Community Day, featuring a bake sale for the Jane McGrath Foundation’s Pink Stumps Day that had been planned.

The girls arrived running through the rain with cricket kit in one hand and cakes, chocolate-dipped strawberries, meringues and cookies etc in the other! Thankfully, after about 10 minutes, the rain stopped and the skies began to clear. Much to everyone's surprise the umpires advised they would be starting the game at the scheduled time provided we could get the covers off and the ground ready on time. At this point fathers descended from everywhere to lend a hand and 15 minutes later the ground was ready for the day's play.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2563/from-the-vault-brewer-shield-round-15-uts-north-sydney-vs-northern-district-2021

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From the Vault: Brewer Shield Round 15: UTS North Sydney vs Northern District 2021

We arrived at North Sydney with ominous skies overhead and, before we could park the car, the heavens opened up and large raindrops threatened both the match and the Bears Community Day ...

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Q: During round two of Second Grade's Albert Cup UTS North Sydney's Finn Nixon-Tomko made history, blasting 207 not out off 153 balls.

Surprisingly, Norths still fell short of Gordon's 385-5. But an unbelievable achievement for a precocious talent who deservingly made his First Grade debut the following week.

Here is the scorecard from Finn's epic knock and a video of him bringing up his double ton at Bon Andrews.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2555/finn-nixon-tomko-207-not-out-for-uts-north-sydney-vs-gordon

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Finn Nixon Tomko 207 not out for UTS North Sydney vs Gordon

During round two of Second Grade's Albert Cup UTS North Sydney's Finn Nixon-Tomko made history, blasting 207 not out off 153 balls.Surprisingly, Norths still fell short of Gordon's 385-5. Bu ...

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Q: Nic Bills: My Greatest Grade XI

Nic Bills has had fantastic Grade Cricket career which still has plenty of tomorrows. Over 15 years, he’s been involved in some fierce battles. He’s racked up more than 500 wickets and lifted eight premiership trophies across all formats. North Sydney, Manly, Mosman, Sydney – he’s worn the colours of them all, adding a bit of his own history to each club along the way.

With all those experiences fresh in his memory, Bills now shares his best XI from the ranks of Sydney grade cricket – a team shaped by years of gritty competition.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2547/nic-bills-my-greatest-grade-xi

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Nic Bills: My Greatest Grade XI

Nic Bills has had fantastic Grade Cricket career which still has plenty of tomorrows. Over 15 years, he’s been involved in some fierce battles. He’s racked up more than 500 wickets ...

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Q: UTS North Sydney's James Moore has illustrated all the qualities of a top-class batsman early in his First Grade career. He hits the ball hard, has delicate hands, and is developing into a fantastic thinker when constructing innings. Pair that with his ability to keep wickets; the future is bright for the young man whose roots lie in Bankstown.

Behind the belligerent blade of Moorey is a fantastic team and club man who would go into the trenches for the ten blokes by his side. He runs the fines post-game, and it is fair to say that a career in law and order is probably not on the horizon. But one thing is for sure, he loves the game more than most.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2522/james-moore-becoming-better-every-day

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James Moore: Becoming better every day

UTS North Sydney's James Moore has illustrated all the qualities of a top-class batsman early in his First Grade career. He hits the ball hard, has delicate hands, and is developing int ...

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Q: Decked out in a shiny brand-new uniform, Women’s UTS North Sydney Bears kicked off their highly anticipated season last weekend. Our Third grade team came out with a dominant win to start the season in their matchup against Bankstown at O’Neil Park on Saturday afternoon, securing the win by 148 runs. Our Brewers girls went down in a tough loss against Greater Hunter Coast on Sunday morning, going down by 41 runs, followed by an intense win for our Second Grade side in a super over against Greater Hunter Coast on Sunday afternoon!

Round 1 has displayed an extremely strong start for our Women’s program with positives seen in all three grades. We’re excited for what this season has in store, and where they are looking to adapt to changes and improve from last season.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2517/uts-north-sydney-womens-season-preview

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UTS North Sydney Women's Season Preview

Decked out in a shiny brand-new uniform, Women’s UTS North Sydney Bears kicked off their highly anticipated season last weekend. Our Third grade team came out wit ...

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Q: A fresh-faced Ollie Sykes arrived in Sydney as a Surrey academy player through the International Cricket Programme with tremendous wraps on his ability to dismantle bowling attacks and single-handedly take the game away from the opposition.

He ended up living up – and surpassing – all of the accolades above during his season of Grade Cricket with the UTS North Sydney Bears and beyond.

“Getting awarded that contract was a dream come true and still hasn’t really sunk in. When I was told, my family stood outside the door, trying to listen to the phone call. I don’t want to get too far ahead of myself, but I believe I can go further now. I have since been told I’m getting a 2-year contract, so hopefully, it’s the start of a long career at Surrey.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2474/ollie-sykes-made-of-all-the-right-stuff

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Ollie Sykes: Made of all the right stuff

A fresh-faced Ollie Sykes arrived in Sydney as a Surrey academy player through the International Cricket Programme with tremendous wraps on his ability to dismantle bowling attacks and single-hande ...

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Q: UTS North Sydney's 2023/24 Clubman of the year, Jimmy Greenslade, is more than just a classy First Grade batsman. The 23-year-old is known for driving standards and taking ownership of the club's culture, using all his knowledge from his background in rugby union.

We sat down with the Mosman-raised New Zealander and learned more about the person behind the bat. Scratch the surface, and you'll discover a determined hard worker who doesn't take himself too seriously, loves his rugby and believes nothing is bigger than the team.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2467/jimmy-greenslade-nothing-is-bigger-than-the-badge

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Jimmy Greenslade: Nothing is bigger than the badge

UTS North Sydney's 2023/24 Clubman of the year, Jimmy Greenslade, is more than just a classy First Grade batsman. The 23-year-old is known for driving standards and taking ownership of the club's c ...

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Q: The UTS North Sydney Bears got their season underway this past weekend with two wins in the Kingsgrove Sports T20 Cup, while PGs were defeated in the first match of their title defence, but what does the season have in store for the Bears and where are they looking to improve on last season?

The Bears finished 10th on the Club Championship last season, a solid result but disappointing after a strong start, with two grades missing out on finals on the final day of the regular season. So a higher positioning and several teams playing finals cricket are both being targeted this time around. Nic Bills has been appointed as Club Coach, assisted by Angelo Joseph, Liam Whitaker and Tim Reynolds, and several new players have seamlessly integrated into the squad following trials in late July.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2459/uts-north-sydney-mens-season-preview

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UTS North Sydney Men's Season Preview

The UTS North Sydney Bears got their season underway this past weekend with two wins in the Kingsgrove Sports T20 Cup, while PGs were defeated in the first match of their title defence, but ...

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Q: Kayla Robson, wicketkeeper for our women’s second-grade premiership winning side, has not only excelled on the field but has also demonstrated incredible resilience and determination off it. Last season Kayla’s game developed in more ways than just her performance on the pitch, facing the setback of various injuries, adapting to a new role amongst a skilled group of women and the growth of her game awareness, Kayla was a key piece to the success of our Women’s Second Grade side. We’re excited to delve into Kayla's story and hear first-hand how she has managed to balance the highs of her sporting career so far with the trials she has faced.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2434/get-to-know-your-bears-kayla-robson

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Get to know your Bears - Kayla Robson

An interview with Kayla Robson - 2024 Women’s 2nd grade PlayerKayla Robson, wicketkeeper for our women’s second-grade premie ...

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Q: A warm welcome to the Bears family to Paula Hardin of Aussie Home Loans, as player sponsor for our star all-rounder, Addison Sherriff. Addison heads off this week on a tour of India with his Australia Under 19 team-mates, and will then return for his second season in the red and black after an incredible debut season in First Grade, which included him becoming only the third player in history to score a hundred and take a five-wicket haul in NSW First Grade before turning 18.

Paula Hardin is an experienced mortgage broker, who has helped her clients secure their first and dream homes and their investment properties. Paula kicked off her career in banking and swiftly rose to a Branch Manager’s role, before seizing the opportunity to start her own mortgage broking business in the late nineties. Over the past 10 years, Paula has owned and operated the Annandale Aussie Home Loans Franchise. Today, not much has changed, however, you’ll now find her, like many Australians, working on the best-fit financing options to meet your needs from her home in Annandale.

From a First Home Owners Grant to home mortgages, financing investment properties, loans for SMSF to optimising loan structures, Paula and Aussie have the experience, local knowledge, and industry connections to ensure a seamless, stress-free home loan experience.

For all your home loan needs, you can contact Paula on 0414 953 917 or at

https://www.aussie.com.au/mortgage-broker/paula-hardin

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Q: From The Vault: 2019/20 - UTS North Sydney Bears tame the Fairfield Liverpool Lions

It was one of the games of the season and there was plenty of drama. Let’s wind back the clock and relive the UTS North Sydney Bears' final day taming of the Fairfield-Liverpool Lions under the haze of the infamous bushfires.

UTS North Sydney 325 (T Jagot 156, T Reynolds 41, O Knight 38) def Fairfield-Liverpool 285 (J Campbell 3/47, W Graham 2/55, M Alexander 2/65)

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2421/from-the-vault-201920-uts-north-sydney-bears-tame-the-fairfield-liverpool-lions

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From The Vault: 2019/20 - UTS North Sydney Bears tame the Fairfield Liverpool Lions

It was one of the games of the season and there was plenty of drama. Let’s wind back the clock and relive the UTS North Sydney Bears' final day taming of the Fairfield-Liverpool Lions ...

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Q: The UTS North Sydney Bears are gearing up to get their season underway with a day/night T20 double header at North Sydney Oval on Saturday 21 September. As luck would have it, all three university clubs are in the same pool for the competition, and the Bears’ opposition for the big day are Sydney University (at 2pm) and UNSW (under lights at 6.30pm), so bragging rights as well as competition points are on the line!

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2390/join-the-bears-as-they-open-their-season-with-a-massive-t20-double-header

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Join the Bears as they open their season with a massive T20 double header

The UTS North Sydney Bears are gearing up to get their season underway with a day/night T20 double header at North Sydney Oval on Saturday 21 September. As luck would have it, all three university ...

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Q: Vale Evan Miller

The UTS North Sydney Bears are deeply saddened by the news that Evan Miller has passed away aged 37.

Evan played for the Bears between 2004/05 and 2012/13, earning First Grade cap number 591 and putting in a number of memorable performances including making a century in the top grade aged 19.

Evan loved the club and its people and was a tremendously popular figure on and off the pitch. He will be missed by all who played with him.

We send our condolences to Evan’s family, including Linda, Michael and Adam.

Read more:

https://www.northsydneycc.com.au/news/vale-evan-miller

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Q: North Sydney Cricket Club won the 1985-86 Sydney Grade Cricket First Grade Limited Over competition when they defeated St George in the final on the 9 March 1986.

As the Sydney Grade 1985-86 Limited Over Premiers North Sydney played ACT who won the 1985-86 NSW Country Limited Over Competition.

The final for the NSW State Limited Over Championships was played at Hurstville Oval on 12 October 1986.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/2209/north-sydney-district-cricket-club-limited-overs-state-champions-1986-87

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North Sydney District Cricket Club Limited Overs State Champions 1986-87

North Sydney Cricket Club won the 1985-86 Sydney Grade Cricket First Grade Limited Over competition when they defeated St George in the final on the 9 March 1986.As the Sydney Grade 1985-86 ...

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Q: UTS North Sydney Cricket Club is seeking applications for the position of First Grade Coach.

UTS North Sydney is one of twenty clubs within the NSW Premier Cricket men's competition, and also competes in NSW Women's Premier Cricket.

With a strong, young senior playing squad, we are looking for an inspirational and values-driven Men's First Grade Coach who will shape, develop and lead the playing group with the key aim of developing a team and squad which is challenging for First Grade Premierships in all formats within the next three years. The successful applicant will have demonstrated a successful track record of leading and developing players through embedding a high-performance culture at Premier Cricket level or equivalent. They will have proven success in creating a collaborative, supportive, inclusive and standards-driven team ethos at the appropriate level for Premier Cricket.

The role will be responsible for implementing player development plans for the First Grade and senior playing group, which develop the long-term capability of our players to compete consistently and successfully in Premier Cricket. The Men's First Grade Coach will work with the coaching team on and off the field to the highest possible standard of excellence and professionalism, enhancing the UTS North Sydney brand and reputation.

https://www.sportspeople.com.au/jobs/80897-mens-first-grade-coach-uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club

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Q: FLAT ROCK BREW CAFE SPONSORING OLLY KNIGHT
We are delighted that Flat Rock Brew Cafe has continued to sponsor First Grade all-rounder and reigning Bradman Medallist, Olly Knight.
Flat Rock Brew Café is a Naremburn brewpub that offers a small English pub atmosphere with fresh and exciting beers from its on-site microbrewery. Every brew is small batch and hand-crafted, and all products served are from small-scale producers. It offers customers an authentic and unique pub experience, with knowledgeable and friendly staff, and delicious food including share plates, alongside the extensive and varied drinks menu.
Flat Rock Brew Café brings together many local residents and serves as a meeting place for friends of all ages. Owners, Karl and Jenny, are great friends of the Bears as President of our junior club and the North Shore Junior Cricket Association respectively and are delighted to extend their support by sponsoring Olly.

Flat Rock Brew Cafe -

https://www.flatrockbrewcafe.com.au

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Q: Geoff Wood grew up on the family farm in Uralla on the Northern Tablelands of NSW.

A very talented cricketer in his junior years and selected in the Northern NSW Emus Geoff left Uralla to play grade cricket in Sydney with North Sydney.

He made his first grade debut for the Bears against Western Suburbs during the 1973/74 season. Geoff is North Sydney first grade player number 439

At the age of 26 he returned to Uralla and continued to play in the Armidale competition with great distinction in local and representative cricket.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/685/geoff-wood-keep-hitting-the-ball-along-the-ground

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Q: Neil Evans became UTS North Sydney first grade cap number 508 when he made his first grade debut against Petersham Marrickville back in 1987/88.

Neil is a well-known sports media presenter having worked for Fox Sports, Radio 2GB, Centrebet and is now primarily involved in Horse Racing.

An avid all-rounder sports fan, Neil loves the masterful art of cricket, especially when the players are in whites.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/1746/neil-evans-tomorrowrsquos-another-day

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Neil Evans - tomorrow’s another day

Neil Evans became UTS North Sydney first grade cap number 508 when he made his first grade debut against Petersham Marrickville back in 1987/88.Neil is a well-known sports media presenter ha ...

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Q: David Rodgie made his first grade debut for North Sydney in the 1976/77 season.

Over 16 seasons David scored in excess of 6,000 for the club, 1,188 in 1st Grade and 4,455 runs in 2nd Grade including 6 centuries.

David’s family has a unique history in Sydney Grade Cricket (NSW Premier Cricket). David’s father Keith played Grade Cricket from 1950 to 1975 and played 9 first grade games and he two sons Scott and Justin have also played first grade premier cricket.

Three generations of first grade cricketers and David’s journey continues in the game as he is now an Umpire in NSW Premier Cricket. In Round 14 of the 2018/2019 season David made his first grade umpiring debut.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/252/david-rodgie-3-generations-of-first-grade-cricket

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Q: UTS North Sydney Cricket Club - September, October 2023 - Month 1 wrap

First Grade opened with a new-look T20 competition that brought a few new faces to the North Sydney First Grade squad, with 3 debuts. Everett Oxenham, Addison Sherriff and Hugh Sherriff became players 690, 691 and 692, respectively, for the club. Everett and Addison's debuts were also their first games in First Grade.

In a strange quirk to the new format, our first match, against last year's finalists, Sydney Uni, was played at Bensons Lane in Hawkesbury. After winning the toss and batting first, we only managed to post 7-119 off our 20 overs, with contributions from JA (Justin Avendano), Mac Jenkins and Maresy (Dylan Mares)to help us to the total. With a modest total on the board, we would need to be inch-perfect with the ball and almost were, with Sydney Uni passing our total 8 down with just 3 balls to spare. Debutant Everett was the pick of the bowlers, taking 3-26 off his 4. Fellow spinner Mac was also miserly, taking 2-23 off his 4.

https://www.northsydneycc.com.au/news/month-1-wrap

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Q: Mac Jenkins is the proud owner of UTS North Sydney first grade cap number 669 after he made his first-grade debut for the club against Sutherland in his first season for the club in 2019/20.

A talented batter and left arm orthodox bowler Mac has come through the NSW Pathways and is looking forward building on his 2022-23 season of 737 runs and 29 wickets

What’s been your most memorable moment in cricket so far?

A few spring to mind including captaining Australian Under 16 team in some games against Pakistan. But I can’t go past being able to contribute to a first grade win last year at Chatswood Oval where I scored a 100 and took 6 wickets.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/1475/pocket-profile-mac-jenkins-uts-north-sydney-cricket-club

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Pocket Profile: Mac Jenkins - UTS North Sydney Cricket Club

Mac Jenkins is the proud owner of UTS North Sydney first grade cap number 669 after he made his first-grade debut for the club against Sutherland in his first season for the club in 2019/20. ...

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Q: Rob Lavery Awarded UTS North Sydney Cricket Club's 51st Life Membership

At our AGM on Friday 21 July, Rob Lavery was unanimously awarded Life Membership. His nomination speech, tabled by Pat Lindsay, is reproduced below.

The Management Committee of the UTS North Sydney District Cricket Club has unanimously agreed to recommend to the members that Mr Robert Lavery be confirmed as the club's 51st Life Member. Rob joined the Bears in season 2011-12 at the tail end of a period of sustained success for the club. Rob started out in Fourth Grade but quickly demonstrated his wares and ultimately moved up to Second Grade.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/380/uts-north-sydney-district-cricket-club/blog/1318/rob-lavery-awarded-uts-north-sydney-cricket-clubs-51st-life-membership

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Rob Lavery Awarded UTS North Sydney Cricket Club's 51st Life Membership

At our AGM on Friday 21 July, Rob Lavery was unanimously awarded Life Membership. His nomination speech, tabled by Pat Lindsay, is reproduced below.The Management Committee of the UTS North ...

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Andrew Kelleher - always positive

Andrew Kelleher made his first grade debut for the UTS North Sydney Cricket Club against Bankstown during the 1984/85 to become first grade player number 501.Let’s find out more about Andr ...

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Q: Welcome back Nic Bills

A huge day for the UTS North Sydney Bears as we welcome Nic Bills back to the club as our First Grade skipper!
Nic needs no introduction, being one of the most successful players in NSW Premier Cricket, with 490 First Grade wickets to his name. The first 172 of these were for the Bears over five seasons after receiving cap number 615 in 2009-10, including in our Limited Overs Premiership-winning side in 2012-13, and he was a shoe-in when we selected our Team of the Decade in 2020.
Since leaving the Bears in 2014, Nic has played for Manly, Mosman and Sydney, winning a Club Championship and First Grade Premierships in all three formats. His 409 wickets for all clubs in the 2010s was the highest tally of all players and earned Nic a coveted spot in the Sydney Cricket Association Team of the Decade.
We're thrilled to see Nic return home to the Bears and can't wait to see what our First-Grade side achieves under his leadership.

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Geoff Wood - keep hitting the ball along the ground

Geoff Wood grew up on the family farm in Uralla on the Northern Tablelands of NSW.A very talented cricketer in his junior years and selected in the Northern NSW Emus Geoff left Uralla to pla ...

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UTS North Sydney Cricket Club Poidevin Gray Premiers 1984-85

Back Row - Stuart Flanders, Brian McMahon, Craig McEntyre, Gavin Tinning, Matt Cole, Grant Doorey, Andrew Kelleher, Adam Oakes, Ken Cunningham (Secretary)Front Row - Ruth Kelleher (Scorer), ...

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Michael Gerits - always watch the ball

Michael Gerits made his first grade debut for UTS North Sydney in 1994/95 against Gordon to become The Bears first grade player number 541.Coming down from Newcastle Michael had already repr ...

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The Career of Austin Punch

In 2018/19, the Bears established the Austin Punch Club for those who score centuries for Norths during the grade cricket season. The name came in recognition of the Club’s highest first grade r ...

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David Rodgie - 3 generations of first grade cricket

David Rodgie made his first grade debut for North Sydney in the 1976/77 season.Over 16 seasons David scored in excess of 6,000 for the club, 1,188 in 1st Grade and 4,455 runs in 2nd Grade ...