BLACKBURN CRICKET CLUB (posted 04 Feb '08).jpg "Mike Dwyer")
2008 Australia Day Awards in 'Dwyer Straights'
On Saturday 26th January (Australia Day) Michael Dwyer was the recipient of a Community Achievement Award by the Whitehorse City Council. The Blackburn Cricket Club nominated Michael for the stellar contribution he has made to our cricket and football club, as well as the BHRDCA. The following is a brief on Michael’s nomination for the Award -
"Australia Day provides a great opportunity to thank people within our community for the contributions they make to Whitehorse and the wider community and highlight the dedication of their work. On behalf of the Blackburn Cricket Club, Michael was nominated a Community Achievement Award for his stellar contribution, one that has been instrumental to our administrative success over many years.
Mike’s contribution to the administration of the Blackburn Cricket, Football and Sporting Clubs and Box Hill Reporter District Cricket Association (BHRDCA) over more than twenty years has been simply outstanding.
For the Blackburn Cricket Club, Mike has been:
· the scorer for the 2nd Eleven from the mid-Eighties to 2002 when he stepped up to become the 1st XI scorer (collecting Premiership medallions with the 2nd XI in 1995-96 and 1st XI in 2003-04);
· a general Committee member since the mid-Eighties to 1997;
· Secretary from 1997-98 until last season; and
· The Club’s delegate to the Box Hill Reporter Cricket Association for over a decade.
He received the prestigious Best Clubman award in 1992-93 and the Club recognised his outstanding contribution by awarding him a Life Membership in 1994-95.
Although Mike has stepped down as Secretary, he continues to be an active member of the Committee and this season has been instrumental in arranging the electronic registration of players on the Cricket Victoria web-site, the Club’s public liability insurance and uploading of full match reports for our five senior teams.
In recent years, Mike has also been Assistant Secretary (Minutes) for the BHRDCA. As a member of the BHRDCA’s Centenary Committee, Mike researched and wrote the Association’s history, 'History : 1884-1994 – 100 Years Not Out'. Over the best part of two decades, Mike has also run the BHRDCA’s score service ensuring that Saturday results are published in the Sunday metropolitan papers and local paper each week."
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Vermont's VB twenty20 Cup campaign ends (posted 17 Jan '08)
At Nelson Reserve yesterday evening (Wed 16 Jan) Vermont found the going a bit difficult in their encounter with Springvale South on the southerners' home turf. After setting a sizeable target of 224 with the loss of just 4 wickets the Springvale South attack set about ensuring that Vermont's power batting would not upset their plans.
Having dismissed the visitors for a nevertheless credible 175, Springvale South will now meet Airport West St Christopher's CC in round 3. This final round will determine which club represents their respective region as the metropolitan Melbourne champions against a country Victoria counterpart on Sunday 2 March '08 at the MCG.
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VERMONT CRICKET CLUB (posted 04 Jan '08)
Metro' Semi-Final of VB twenty20 Cup
This match will see an outstanding turf side up agaist a similarly impressive synthetic side, with round 1 match winners, Englishman Danny Law for Springvale South pitted against Vermont's Brad Cullen providing a suitable highlight.
Ø Southern Metro v Inner East Metro.
Springvale South v Vermont
- Wed 16 Jan '08 from 5:30pm @ Nelson Res (Mel: 89.A4).
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VERMONT CRICKET CLUB (posted 7 Dec '07)
One Down, Two to Go
On Sunday last (2 Dec '07) Vermont CC, representing the Inner-East region, defeated arch rivals Outer-Easts' Templeton CC in the first round of Cricket Victoria's VB twenty20 Cup. Scores were as follows -
Ø Inner East Metro v Outer East Metro.
Vermont CC (BHRDCA) v's Templeton CC (RDCA)
Sun 2 Dec '07 from 12noon @ Vermont Recreation Res (Mel: 62.J3) _ via Terrara Rd.
Vermont 6/177cc
Brad Cullen 76, Adam Byrne 33, Rosli Press 31, Ian Garvie 3/23.
defeated
Templeton 157
Andrew Gottliebsen 55, Adam Parker 22, Mitch Scott 4/25.
Vermont will now have to account for Southern Metropolitan's Springvale South CC in round 2 after they proved too good for Mulgrave (South-East Metro') in their round 1 encounter (12 Dec). Check out the VMCU website for details of other first round VB twenty20 Cup matches.
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VERMONT TO REPRESENT INNER-EAST (posted 20 Nov '07)
With a crushing victory over South Warrandyte Hawks at Vermont Recreation Reserve last Friday (16 Nov) Vermont has cemented their claim as Inner-East Regional representatives to vie for the inaugural VB twenty20 Cup.
The first round in this prestigious community cricket tournament will be played at Vermont Recreation Reserve (Mel: 62.J3) commencing at 12noon on Sunday 2 Dec '07 with the ultimate metropolitan winners to meet our country cousins on the hallowed MCG turf in early March 2008 for the state championship.
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VERMONT TOPPLES MONT ALBERT (posted 22 Oct '07)
You were promised "a great day of cricket" and these two clubs certainly delivered it. In a finish just about as close as it gets Mont Albert went down to Vermont in their opening inner east qualifier for the VB twenty20 Cup on Sunday at Mont Albert Reserve.
After jumping at the start Vermont had raced to a promising position with the score on 3/101 and just half their innings completed. Then the tide turned and left them struggling after the loss of three more wickets in fairly short order. When the dust had settled Vermont were all out with just eighteen of their allotted overs received and having set Mont Albert a target of 138 that now seemed much more gettable than had appeared likely eight overs earlier.
Mont Albert began their task with a level of determination that soon realized a run rate well in excess of the seven per over needed. Unfortunately, the price for a high run rate was loss of wickets and as the Vermont attack made inroads in Mont Albert's batting order their run rate slowed to produce a run-chase at the finish that could not have been scripted. As the end loomed Mont Albert had found themselves needing around two runs per ball on average and were getting them with just two wickets in hand, and then one. The last two overs were painful to watch as Mont Albert seemed to have the edge and then loose it until with just 2 balls remaining and four runs to win the cry goes up followed immediately there-after by the finger and it was all over.
This game had everything, with 20 wickets taken for 273 runs in 38 overs, moments of glory and even a touch of controversy for the talking point over a cold VB around the barbie afterwards. The final scores were as follows -
Vermont 138 (18.1)
B. Taylor 43, B. Cullen 38, T. Barker 3/31.
defeated
Mont Albert 135 (19.6)
A. Crough 31no, M. Scott 4/12.
Congratulations to Vermont on a great win and thanks to Mont Albert CC whose volunteers were enthusiastic hosts and provided a welcoming atmosphere for players and spectators alike. Likewise, umpiring was of the highest standard from representatives of the Box Hill Reporter District (Tony Carson) and Eastern Cricket (TBA) Associations.
Other Qualifying Matches:
Vermont will now play South Warrandyte Hawks at Vermont Recreation Reserve (Mel: 62.J3) in a twilight match on Friday 16 Nov from 5pm. On the preceding weekend, Mont Albert will journey to the home of the 'Hawks' for an 11 Nov, 11am Sunday encounter (following a traditional Armistice Day 1 minute silent remembrance) at Colman Park - Mel: 35.K7.
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VERMONT & MONT ALBERT CRICKET CLUBS (posted 12 Oct '07)
Regional twenty20 Campaign
As winner of the McIntosh Shield & runner-up for ECA's Dunstan Shield in 2006/07, Vermont and Mont Albert CCs respectively have been invited to participate in qualifying matches to determine who will represent their Region in the campaign to win Cricket Victoria's inaugural VB Twenty20 Cup. In addition, South Warrandyte Hawks CC (RDCA Chandler Shield Premier) has accepted the challenge and all three will play-off against each other in qualifying matches between now and 18 Nov '07.
In all qualifying games umpires will be arranged for by the competing clubs and sourced from their respective association umpires' registry. The VMCU has resolved, through the regional director, to provide match balls and pay an agreed umpires' remuneration. The first such match is scheduled for Sunday 21 October between Mont Albert and Vermont, hosted by Mont Albert CC at their home ground -
Mont Albert Reserve
Cnr Dunloe Av and Braemar Sts
Box Hill North (Mel: 47.A7).
Both clubs are affiliated with the Box Hill Reporter District Cricket Association with Mont Albert also having an affiliation with neighbouring Eastern Cricket Association. Bring the family along to Mont Albert from 2:30pm on the 21st and witness what promises to be a great day of cricket.
Vermont has teams entered across the spectrum in Veterans, Open (1 & 2-day), Under-Age (U18, U16, U14, U12) and Under 10 development cricket. They have proved themselves more than capable on the field having won five of the last nine McIntosh Shields.
Mont Albert had been the powerhouse in our Veterans' Competition for a number of years until succumbing to Mitcham CC in the 2006/07 final. Mont Albert CC also has open turf and synthetic as well as under-age teams entered in the Eastern CA which was their vehicle for accessing the regional twenty20 qualifying rounds.
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BURWOOD DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB (posted 27 Sep '07)
Pink Grip - Breast Cancer Awareness Fundraiser
Anyone who has been to Breast Cancer Awareness will know that breast cancer has touched at least one family at most clubs. The Burwood District CC has resolved to promote awareness of this insidious disease while helping to provide funds for further research. It is hoped that our 'whole of club' approach will 'infect' other cricket clubs and raise even more money for BREAST CANCER research.
Get behind the Burwood District CC and raise funds for breast cancer research by supporting this innovative campaign. Visit our website to find out how your club/association can help.
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BULLEEN-TEMPLESTOWE CRICKET CLUB (posted 10 Aug '07)
Junior Cricket Programme
We will be pleased to receive any inquiry from players interested in joining our under-age competition teams or development programmes -
Under 16
Under 14
Under 12 (2006/07 C-Nth premiers)
Under 10 (pre-competition)
Milo 'Have-A-Go' (introductory programme)
Get a taste of things to come at our two school holiday clinics commencing 3pm on the following Wednesdays -
26 Sep '07
03 Oct '07
Both clinics will be conducted at Ted Ajani Reserve, Thompson's Rd Lwr Templestowe (Mel: 32.K7) as will our Junior Registration Day on the morning of Saturday 1 September (8:30am - 10:30am) which will incorporate the first of our pre-season Saturday training sessions -
Under 10 & 12 - 9am - 10:30am
Under 14 & 16 - 10:30am - 12noon
For Junior registrations and enquiries please contact -
Ross Goddard (ph: 0419 31 0542 or 03 9852 3536).
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BLACKBURN NORTH CRICKET CLUB (posted 26 Jul '07)
Pre-Season Training Dates
Prospective players for season 2007/08 are invited to attend the club's pre-season training sessions at Maddocks' Indoor Sports Centre, Mary St Blackburn as follows -
Wed 01 Aug 7-8 pm
Wed 08 Aug 7-8 pm
Wed 15 Aug 7-8 pm
Wed 22 Aug 7-8 pm
Wed 29 Aug 7-8 pm
Wed 05 Sep 7-8 pm
Wed 12 Sep 7-8 pm
Mon 17 Sep 6-7 pm
Wed 19 Sep 7-8 pm
Mon 24 Sep 6-7 pm
Wed 26 Sep 7-8 pm
Please feel free to contact the club Secretary Paul Rumpff (0409 79 5992) for more information or alternatively, visit the Blackburn North CC website.
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NUNAWADING CRICKET CLUB - OPERATION 500 (posted 16 Jun '07)
Nunawading CC recently announced the launch of "Operation 500" which it is hoped will lift their current sagging fortunes back to the level of past glories. With 80 years of history behind it the Nunawading club has a strong tradition of excellence to uphold and is determined to achieve the various benchmarks identified. Administrators plane to guide their club forward into an era that will see them once again setting the pace for community sport in the region.
The club plans to enter teams in Veterans' and Open competition for 2007/08 in addition to a major re-launch of their Junior Development Programme which has faded somewhat in recent years. The new look Nunawading CC will accommodate tomorrows and yesterday's "flannelled fools" from Milo 'Have-A-Go' to Veterans.
A season launch will be held 15 September '07 with all the 'bells and whistles' so if you are looking for a new club, don't be shy. For the full story and access to promotional flyers, visit the Nunawading CC website.
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Promote your event here (posted 10 Jun '07)
If you have something in the works that you need promoted then why not submit it to the BHRDCA for inclusion here. This page is dedicated to helping our affiliates promote their activities further afield ensuring maximum exposure.
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