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Q: Adrian Mannel – 15 years as Treasurer - Appreciation Post
In 2010, the club was on the lookout for a new Treasurer, after Greg Hook decided to take a step back from duty full time. A young 22 year old player put up his hand to take on the challenge.
Now, heading into his 15th year, Adrian Mannel will become the longest serving Treasurer in Newcastle City Cricket Club’s history.
Greg had this to say about Adrian.
“It’s rare that someone so young has the social conscience to volunteer their services to a club for that length of time.
Adrian has done it with distinction and has been and continues to be an integral part of the success of the club”
Adrian’s loyalty and dedication to our Club was met with well justified Life Membership in 2019. A rich reward for many years of service.
When asked about his time at Newcastle City Cricket Club, Adrian said;
“It’s been great to play matches with so many talented juniors over the years who have gone through to play at a higher level, and seeing our Club progress to being such a strong force in the competition has been great to be part of.”
We also asked Adrian what 15 years of service meant to him.
“It’s an honour to get recognition for 15 years…” he said.
“Seem’s like I was just a kid when I started on the committee all those years ago”
”I’ve got so many memories, successes and friends from being involved…I look forward to continuing to do what I can to support and build the club even further…Thankfully the days of cheque books are now gone!”
Adrian went on to thank Greg Hook for his help over the years.
“Couldn’t have done it without Hooky, who has assisted me greatly.”
We congratulate Adrian on his 15 years of unwavering service and look forward to many more!
Newcastle City Cricket Club
3 months ago
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Q: Ross Leonard - Appreciation Post
Today, we acknowledge one of our game’s greatest servants.
After more than a decade of Junior Vice-Presidency, and many more years spent in roles spread across the committee, Ross Leonard has decided to take a step back, as confirmed at this years AGM.
Ross began as a volunteer in the 1980s when he took on the role of coach for his sons’ cricket teams at the Eastern Districts Cricket Club. From then he joined the Newcastle Junior Cricket Association and served as Vice President, Secretary and undertook other roles for some 20 years. With the amalgamation of Newcastle City & Eastern Districts Cricket Club in 2001, Ross has since served on the committee of Newcastle City including many years as Junior President. His unwavering support has ensured the ongoing success of the junior programs at the club, with over 160 youngsters playing cricket each week.
During his many years of service, Ross has performed an endless number of tasks. From coaching junior teams which have contained players who have progressed through the Grade ranks, some continuing on to higher honours, opening ground facilities, marking wickets and setting out boundaries on game day or providing support and guidance to any young (or old) player and coach alike, just to name a few.
Ross’ tenure has been one of great progression and success at both Junior and Senior levels. His expertise has grown our club into one of the largest Junior hubs in the Newcastle region. We have claimed 4 junior Club Championships and have been the pinnacle for continued growth in Girls’ cricket.
We aren’t the only benefactors of Ross’ stellar history of volunteering in the cricket community. He has had heavy involvement with the Newcastle Junior Cricket Association also and as a result of this, is a life member of both the NJCA and NCCC.
While Ross felt he simply “didn’t have the energy” to carry on in the Junior Vice-President role, he isn’t just stepping away immediately. Typical of the man, he will be “sticking around” to hand the reigns over to the new incoming Junior Vice-President, Richard Wood.
There is plenty more that could have been said about Ross’ invaluable contributions to our Club, and cricket in general, but we think the picture has been well painted. We know Ross will still be around the grounds, checking in and supporting from the sidelines.
To you Ross, we say Thank You!
Newcastle City Cricket Club
4 months ago
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Q: Steve Garrett and Bryce Garrett awarded Life Membership of Newcastle City Cricket Club
At Newcastle City Cricket Club 2024 Annual General Meeting, it was put forward that father and son Steve and Bryce Garrett awarded Life Membership.
We are pleased to say that both nomination were unanimously passed.
https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/921/newcastle-city-cricket-club/blog/2289/steve-garrett-and-bryce-garrett-awarded-life-membership-of-newcastle-city-cricket-club
Newcastle City Cricket Club
4 months ago
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At Newcastle City Cricket Club 2024 Annual General Meeting, it was put forward by our Secretary, Penny O'Shea, that our long-serving president, Steve Garrett be awarded Life Membership. We are plea ...
Newcastle City Cricket Club
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Q: Newcastle City District Cricket Club Minor and Major Premiers 1975-76
Back Row – Alison Rogers (Club Patron), Ross Chapman, Kerry Ross, Terry Collins, Colin Rogers, Roy Watson, Duncan Glassock, Dave Robertson (team scorer)
Front Row – Colin Stone, Robert Wilkinson (Vice-Captain), Greg Russell (Captain), David Fordham, Warren Terry (Wicket Keeper)
Newcastle City Cricket Club
5 months ago
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Back Row – Alison Rogers (Club Patron), Ross Chapman, Kerry Ross, Terry Collins, Colin Rogers, Roy Watson, Duncan Glassock, Dave Robertson (team scorer)Front Row – Colin Stone, Robert Wi ...
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