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NEWS FROM OUR AFFILIATES Season - 2009/10
 KERRIMUIR UNITED CC (posted 19 Dec '09)
Club Stalwart Reaches 250 Game Milestone - by Paul Hooper (The Neutral Corner)
Paul Beven from Kerrimuir United CC reached a 250-game milestone earlier this month (12 Dec '09). This 2-time Club champion started at KUCC in the late 1970’s as a junior and played his first senior game when he was 12 in Season 83/84. Most of Paul’s 250 senior games have been played in the First X1 but unfortunately due to injury and a season at North Melbourne, it could have been more. Although he’s a very humble man, Paul has had many highlights in his career including being Captain / Coach of the Premiership winning first X1 in A2 Grade of the BHRDCA in 2002/03. Another highlight is taking his 450th wicket for the club only last week against Templestowe. Paul lists the great players he has played with at Kerrimuir United CC as all-rounder, Stuart Harrison and the late Kirk Robson who was tragically killed in a car accident in 2005. Kirk made a ton in the 2002/03 Premiership and was the last game that Paul played with him. Current players, Matt Stella and Jordan Wise are another couple of KUCC stalwarts with amazing pride and passion for their club. Paul lists Nick Tsiontinas from Templestowe CC as one of the hardest opposition batsmen to get out. As a true clubman, Paul has been Social Co-ordinator and Junior Coach for 7 years. He has spent 30 years at his club and says although they don’t have the best facilities or ground, they have wonderful people which has given him life long memories. Kerrimuir United CC are a club on the rise and after being Runners-up 2 years ago they are looking to go the next step and progress to MacIntosh Shield in the BHRDCA. Another great pleasure for Paul is watching his son, Joshua coming through the club’s Milo cricket program. Could we see the “Beven” tradition continue at this club? There is no doubt! * * * * *
GLEN WAVERLEY HAWKS CC (posted 19 Dec '09)
200 up for Hawks Legend - by Chris “Turtle” Briginshaw
 Recently (12 Dec '09) the Glen Waverley Hawks CC celebrated a milestone when life member and club legend Graham Cuddon played his 200th game for the club. “Cuddles” arrived at the Hawks nest in 1985 and since has held every office-bearing position at the club, the only man to do so. Graham was also on the BHRDCA permits & clearance committee for a number of years. He is the 3rd leading run scorer in the clubs history and at 65 years of age Graham played in his first premiership last season. Graham’s enthusiasm in developing “the kids” has ensured that most players at the club have been influenced by him, many wondering how a guy can score all his runs on the cut shot.
At 65 years of age most people are hitting the bowling greens or heading into the umpiring ranks, slowing down in life a little – not Cuddles who, while continuing to represent the Hawks on Saturday, started playing over 60’s cricket on a Sunday where he can converse with people on subjects over 60’s are all familiar with. Pensions, retirement homes, medical conditions - hip and knee replacements, dementia etc, music (Vera Lynn, Mario Lanza, even Elvis Presley, Tom Jones and Bonny Tyler), events of their time – 1930 depression, World War 1 and 2, Federation. Mention these at the Hawks and he is met with a blank stare. Cuddles has represented Victoria in the past four over 60 carnivals (including this year's in Tasmania) and travelled to England as part of an Australian over 60’s team. On behalf of the Glen Waverley Hawks CC I wish to congratulate Graham for his efforts and to acknowledge 200 quality games. I hope we continue to see the veteran greying little man plenty more times in the future – a true Hawks legend! * * * * *
BOX HILL NORTH CC (posted 2 Dec '09)
Wild storm unroofs clubrooms.
The severe weather that battered Blackburn and Box Hill last week took a heavy toll on Elgar Park Box Hill North. When Box Hill North CC members next ventured down to the club they found their pavilion roof embedded in the ground hundreds of metres across the park. The club has reported severe water damage to most of the pavilion's contents which can't be fully evaluated or attempts made at salvage until council allows access to the damaged structure. Photo's of storm damage to Box Hill North CC's facilities can be viewed on the Whitehorse Leader website. * * * * *
BULLEEN/TEMPLESTOWE CC (posted 30 Nov '09)
3rd time lucky?
 After rain upset their two previous attempts Bulleen/Templestowe and STC South Camberwell CCs will finally get a chance to settle the nagging question of who will progress to the 2009/10 Kookaburra Statewide twenty20 Cup. On Wed 2 Dec '09 these two clubs will play the last match of a 3-way contest to determine which team will represent our region this season.
The game will be at Ted Ajani Reserve (Mel: 32.K7) and starts at 5:00pm. Bulleen/Templestowe CC will have their bar and kiosk operating to make your experience all the more rewarding. Make sure you go along and give your support. Thu 3 Dec (update) - Bulleen-Templestowe went down fighting to STC South Camberwell last night as they missed their chance to represent our region in the 2009/10 Kookaburra Statewide twenty20 Cup. Inner-East (STC Sth Camberwell) now playes Outer-East (Mooroolbark) in round-1 of the series at a time and venue to be determined. You can follow their progress from the VMCU website. * * * * *
BULLEEN/TEMPLESTOWE CC (posted 25 Nov '09)
Burnley undone by Bullants
Last night (24 Nov) Bulleen/Templestowe CC sent a clear message to STC South Camberwell that their Inner-East Region Kookaburra Statewide twenty20 Cup qualifier on Thusday evening will be no "walk-in-the-park" for the ECA champions. After an early scare the Bullants 9/147cc powered to a great win over Burnley CYMS who were all-out for just 50. As more details come to hand they will be puiblished here. * * * * *
BULLEEN/TEMPLESTOWE CC (posted 19 Nov '09)
1st Region13 Qualifying Match 22 Nov '09 - Kookaburra Statewide twenty20 Cup.
Bulleen/Templestowe CC has been invited by the Inner East Cricket Council to participate in a 3-way preliminary contest to determine which club team will represent the region in this seasons Kookaburra Statewide twenty20 Cup competition. The invitation comes as a result of last season's McIntosh Shield premiership win over Box Hill North. The first of two matches is scheduled for a 1pm start on Sunday 22 Nov against STC Sth Camberwell CC (ECA) with the second from 5:30pm Tuesday 24 Nov where they hope to account for Burnley CYMS CC (MCA). Both games will be played at the home of the Bullants - Ted Ajani Reserve (Mel: 32.K7). Bulleen/Templestowe will need to win both for the right to represent our region (Inner East Metro) in the Kookaburra Statewide Cup competition played off against the 'last-man-standing' from Victorian country regions at the MCG on Sunday 21 Feb '10. Please come along and support the club's launch of a serious campaign to have their team represent our region and association on the hallowed MCG turf next February. All club facilities will be available including bar, kiosk and the mandatory sausage sizzle. Full details of the competition will be available from the VMCU's VC twenty20 Cup page and Cricket Victoria's dedicated website. Sun 22 Nov (10am update) - The match against STC South Camberwell CC has been postponed until Thursday evening 26 Nov at 5pm due to rain. * * * * *
EAST BURWOOD/BENNETTSWOOD & BLACKBURN CCs (posted 29 Oct '09)
Frank Horne Memorial Cricket Match - Twilight Monday 2 Nov '09.
 On Cup Eve (Mon 2 Nov) East Burwood/Bennettswood CC will host the 13th annual Frank Horne Memorial Cricket Match at East Burwood Reserve South Oval against Blackburn CC from 5pm. This contest has become a feature of both clubs' calendars and will be played for only the second time as a 20/20 match that both no doubt hope will put them 1-up in the head-to-head record which currently stands at six wins each. Make sure you get over to East Burwood for a while and catch what promises to be a great evening of action cricket.
Download the promotional flyer and visit their websites to see what East Burwood/Bennettswood and Blackburn Cricket Clubs are planning for the evening. * * * * *
Elgar Park CC (posted 17 Oct '09)
 Accompanying an appropriate presentation, Elgar Park CC President Jason Irish reflects on the contribution of Lindsay Hone to his club in particular and community cricket generally as this local icon of the game reaches a significant milestone, 200 games for the club.
Read the full story here. * * * * *
 KOONUNG HEIGHTS CC (posted 1 Jul '09)
Experienced Player/Coach sought for 2009/10
Koonung Heights Cricket Club, established 1962, located in North Balwyn and affiliated with the Box Hill Reporter District Cricket Association is seeking the services of an experienced Player/Coach to join the club for Season 2009/10. Offering a newly redeveloped playing facilities and clubhouse “the Nungers” are primed to grow from strength to strength this year. Ideally, we are seeking the services of a qualified and experienced coach/player who will continue to foster our on field culture of achievement and playing within the spirit of the game as well as foster our off field community and junior programs. Your responsibilities will include: Development and implementation of coaching plans to ensure all players are able to improve their skills and the love of the game. Nurturing and developing our junior program and up and coming players. Assisting in developing a strong game plan to maximize success at all grades.
If you are seeking a club that plays hard on the field but doesn’t take itself too seriously off the field than look no further and become a Nunger in 2009! Even if you aren’t keen to coach and want to play we would love to hear from you. All interested parties are requested to contact - Peter Rosenthal
Mbl: 04 0565 2224
Email: peter.rosenthal@hp.com
Remuneration will be discussed with appropriate candidate. * * * * *
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