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NSW Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association

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Campbelltown Camden player highlights for Round 4 v UNSW In NSW Men's Premier Cricket

Congratulations to former Premiership winner (not in Sydney Premier Cricket) Pat Richards on his first century for the Ghosts in 5th Grade against UNSW. Pat showed a brilliant display of discipline and power in his innings and proved you can’t buy experience! Congratulations Pat

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Sydney University Cricket Club

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We celebrate a significant umpiring milestone on November 4 and 11 with Troy Penman being appointed to stand in his 100th first grade match in NSW Men’s Premier Cricket. Troy becomes the 57th umpire to do so in the 110-year history of New South Wales Cricket Umpires’ and Scorers’ Association.

Troy commenced umpiring in season 2012-13, starting with a fourth grade match at Killara Oval between Gordon and Bankstown. He made his first grade debut in season 2014-15 in the fixture between Northern District and Blacktown with Anthony Hobson at Mark Taylor Oval. His record of on field service to the Sydney Cricket Association currently reads:

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Five things we learned from Round 4 - NSW Premier Cricket 2023-24

Tim Cummins isn’t keeping wicket for Sydney University just now, while he recovers from recent eye surgery. He’s still seeing the ball well enough, though, as he’s made his best start to the season with the bat for a few years. University lost two very early wickets against Fairfield, but a bright stand between Damien Mortimer and Ryan McElduff had steadied the innings. Cummins went to the crease when Mortimer, who made a fluent 49, nicked the first ball of the second session. Cummins was quickly in stride, driving Jaydyn Simmons past cover for 4, then using his feet well to attack left-arm spinner Cameron Frendo. Frendo, an Australian Under-19 representative, is certainly a promising talent, but at the moment his length is a touch mechanical, and Cummins went deep into his crease to cut and pull deliveries that were barely fractionally short.

https://www.cricconnect.com/profile/260/sydney-university-cricket-club/blog/1673/five-things-we-learned-from-round-4-nsw-premier-cricket-2023-24

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Cricket ACT Community

Canberra, ACT, Australia

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With the ACT’s return to the Toyota National 2nd XI competition a little over a week away, Premier Cricket performances are becoming important not just for weight of numbers, but for their timing as well.

Weston Creek Molonglo top order bat Zak Keogh’s star continues to rise, with a well-made 123-ball innings of 109 against Tuggeranong at Stirling notable for the comfort with which he reached three figures.

Keogh batted superbly through the second session to bring up his first century of the summer and pushed the ‘Creek to 254 where they were bowled out in the 59th over. Daniel Oshyer was the chief destroyer with 5-39 from 15 overs for Tuggeranong, who finished the day 3-91 from 37 overs.

At ANU North, WA import and promising allrounder Lachie Simpson posted his first ton in Canberra, finishing unbeaten on 159 and helping the Students reach 289 against Queanbeyan.

https://www.cricketact.com.au/news/3761898/keogh-simpson-put-their-hands-up-with-timely-tons

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Manly Warringah District Cricket Club

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In line with our organisational objective of inspiring everyone to play and love cricket, Cricket NSW has provided the state’s cricketing community with access to a free online coach education platform.

The platform, hosted by accredited digital content management organisation SLOCOACH, offers an array of educational resources, including videos, articles, and workshops, aimed at supporting coaches, parents, and volunteers in growing their knowledge of the game.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3762806/cricket-nsw-invests-in-free-digital-coach-hub

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Andrew Rochford announces immediate retirement

Back-to-back Premiership winning captain Andrew Rochford has announced his immediate playing retirement.

He will also be stepping down from his role on the Board.

Andrew has been a colossus for the club since coming back to the playing field 5 years ago after an almost 20 year hiatus.

His leadership on the field has been second to none. He always drove his teams to be the best that they could be, resulting in M4s winning back-to-back titles for the first time in any grade in our clubs history.

He will be sorely missed.

https://manlycricket.com/andrew-rochford-announces-immediate-retirement
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NSW Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association

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Week 6 – ‘The Opening Spell’

Our first finalists of the new season are locked in, along with everyone else in this week's edition of 'The Opening Spell'.

First ball – Kingsgrove Sports T20 Cup | Finals form

Randwick Petersham qualified for the Kingsgrove Sports T20 Cup grand final after defeating Fairfield-Liverpool by 54 runs at Coogee Oval yesterday. Randy Pete’s hard hitting Jake Egan despatched the Lions’ bowling attack to all parts of the ground, finishing with a quick-fire 61* (not out) from 28 deliveries, just one day after tallying 94 runs (149 balls) against Western Suburbs in their round 4 Belvidere Cup clash.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3760652/week-6-the-opening-spell

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NSW Cricket Umpires and Scorers Association

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Hello Everyone

Claire Polosak will become the 87th member of New South Wales Cricket Umpires’ and Scorers’ Association to umpire a men’s first-class match when she walks onto the WACA Ground to officiate the round 5 Sheffield Shield fixture between Western Australia and South Australia starting November 15. Claire will be partnered on field by Sam Nogajski, David Gilbert will be the match referee.

Claire joined NSWCUSA in 2005 and was upgraded to principal member in 2021, recognising her outstanding service to the Association and to cricket umpiring in New South Wales. Claire was elevated to the Cricket Australia Supplementary Umpire Panel in 2014-15, remaining a member of this panel today. She is also a member of the International Panel of ICC Development Umpires.

Claire has enjoyed a wonderful umpiring career so far, some of her on field highlights being:

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Marc Nickl will umpire his 200th Men’s Premier Cricket first grade match on November 4 and 11, standing in the fixture at Rosedale Oval between Fairfield-Liverpool and Sutherland.

This is an outstanding umpiring milestone. Marc becomes just the 12th umpire in our 110-year history to stand in 200 first grade matches. He will share the match with good friend and umpiring colleague Darren Foster.

Marc has a rich history in cricket umpiring, with many highlights during his time as a match official since joining the NSWCUSA in 2005, having previously played Grade cricket with the Fairfield-Liverpool club (1994-2005):

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Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Nine talented Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cricketers from New South Wales have been invited to train and play at the Melbourne Cricket Ground from October 31 to November 2, as part of an existing partnership between Cricket Australia (CA) and the Melbourne Cricket Club Foundation.

Max Farmer, Kobe Ross, Lesley Smith, Blake Smith, Callee Black, Dharmini Chauhan, Lara Graham, Piper Hooke and Aimee Ravot were named in men’s and women’s squads for the upcoming camp.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3753925/nsw-nine-invited-to-train-and-play-at-mcg

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Queensland Cricket

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Queensland Cricket has unveiled a groundbreaking endeavour as they set the stage for the inaugural Multinational Challengers Trophy.

This community connecting tournament began over the weekend at 7th Brigade Park in North Brisbane, adding a thrilling dimension to the Queensland Cricket calendar.

The seven -week cricket tournament features four competitive teams hailing from diverse and highly enthusiastic cricketing communities – India, Pakistan, Nepal, and Bangladesh. The action-packed matches unfold every Saturday afternoon, displaying the remarkable talents and spirit of these cricket-loving nations.

https://www.qldcricket.com.au/news/3752844/queensland-cricket-kicks-off-multination-challengers-trophy

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Queensland Cricket

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

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Highly competitive cricket was the byword of the weekend as the KFC Queensland Premier Cricket competiton witnessed some epic second-day performances in the second round of the men's First Grade competitions, while the latest round of Katherine Raymont Shield women's T20 games had some stand-out efforts. CAM VELLACOTT captures the drama.

Ipswich Win A Thriller, Another Match Goes Down To The Wire

The second weekend of the second round of red ball cricket for season 2023/24 did not disappoint. There were a number of tight games, match winning hundreds and strong bowling performances in what was one of the most memorable regular season rounds in recent history.

https://www.qldcricket.com.au/news/3751842/tight-finishes-in-first-grade

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NSW Veterans Cricket

New South Wales, Australia

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NSW Veterans Over 40s cricket teams to play in the National Championships in Brisbane 13-17 November 2023

Congratulations to all NSW Over 40s players who were selected for Nationals Championships in Brisbane 13 to 17 November 2023..

The recent Over 40s State NSW Championships Ballina 2023 provided players with opportunities to push for selection with new faces joining the playing squad.

Thank you to the selection committee who have spent many hours choosing players and communications with them in the last few weeks.

We wish you all the best in Brisbane and look forward to seeing you defend your title.

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Victorian Premier Cricket

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

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Victorian Men’s Premier Cricket 2023-24 Recap Week 3 with Bobby Quiney

Off the Mark | Men's Recap Week 3

Outright chases, massive scores and some big wicket hauls... Bobby recaps an explosive day of action in the Men's Competition.

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Cricket Victoria

Melbourne, Australia

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The Cricket Victoria Foundation today launches its new Pick a Picket program – a major new fundraising campaign giving Victorian cricket fans a chance to have their names captured at the home of Victorian cricket.
To own their slice of history, fans will be able to purchase a picket number corresponding to a former Victorian, Australian, Melbourne Stars or Melbourne Renegades player.

A plaque will then be installed on the corresponding perimeter pickets at the CitiPower Centre. All funds raised support the important work of the Cricket Victoria Foundation.

Cricket Victoria Foundation Chair Paul Gardner AM said the pickets were a fantastic way to own a slice of history.

“Whether it’s for you, your business or family, we’ve got a fantastic opportunity to secure a place on the pickets alongside some of our best-known players,” Gardner said.

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Week 5 – ‘The Opening Spell’

"Don't believe me, check the scorecard!" - Everyone in this week's Opening Spell... probably.

First ball – Slay!

St George-Sutherland Slayer, Rhiannon Dick, ripped through the Manly Warringah first-grade line-up in their match-up on Sunday, claiming figures of 7-8 from four overs. Yes, you read that correctly…7-8! Well bowled.

Second ball – Trademark Clarke provides Magpies spark!

Western Suburbs talisman Josh Clarke came in to bat with his side at 1-18, having been sent in by Randwick Petersham. Clarke, together with Liam Sparke 92 (209 balls) added 194 runs for the second wicket, with Clarke batting throughout the rest of the day, to be 142* (not out) at stumps. It was Clarke’s 23rd century. It took him to 9301 first-grade runs, past Australian sporting legend Victor Trumper (9244).

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3750117/week-5-the-opening-spell

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RIP Bishan Bedi, 77 (25 September 1946 – 23 October 2023)

Bishan Bedi played 67 Tests for India and took 266 wickets at an average of 28.71.

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Parramatta District Cricket Club

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Test great Nathan Lyon is one of three additions to the NSW Men’s Team squad to take on Victoria in the Marsh Sheffield Shield fixture that begins at the MCG on Thursday.

The teams will play for the Hodge-Matthews trophy, a perpetual trophy on the line each time the two old foes play in a Sheffield Shield fixture. Named in honour of cricketers Brad Hodge (Victoria) and Greg Matthews (NSW), the establishment of this trophy is to celebrate and recognise the historical significance of the Victoria-New South Wales cricket rivalry.

Lyon is joined in the 13-player Blues squad announced today, along with left-arm quick Ben Dwarshuis and batter Blake Macdonald. Ross Pawson and Kurtis Patterson drop out of the 12 that were named for last week’s team that played South Australia.

https://www.cricketnsw.com.au/news/3748935/lyon-joins-blues-squad-for-shield-clash

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Vale Ian Monaghan 24 August 1956 – 19 October 2023

Gone way too soon the Gentle Giant, The Big Fella, Mountain Man or Tarz, Ian was a great man.

A 6'5" blonde headed fast bowler with a superb outswinger and nasty bouncer, and prolific six hitter, the big fella was a fantastic team man at Cumberland for 8 seasons then Penrith another 7.

In his first season, raced from 5ths to 2nds in a stellar debut year. He took over 300 wickets for CUMBOs in all forms, then another 137 at Penrith and opened the bowling in the Panthers 1982/83 Premiership team.

Ian continued as administrator at Penrith using his engineering experience on grounds committee and assisted establish the first "Captain's Luncheon" for the Panthers. He was an invaluable member of the Richie Benaud Oval redevelopment team which will soon bear fruit.

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