James Wilson Memorial T20 2016

January 31, 2016 SCC Leave a comment

James Wilson Memorial T20 Match 2016

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Sunshine United Cricket Club hosted the second James Wilson Memorial T20 Match at Selwyn Park, Albion today in fine conditions. Due to the efforts of the ground staff the turf wicket was prepared and ready for play on time despite the inclement weather during the night. With the VTCA round call off on Saturday Sunshine United fielded a strong side to face off against a Sunbury team comprising a mixture of experience and up and coming young guns of the future.

Promoted as a family day the kids were well catered for with a jumping castle, popcorn and fairy floss, those of us struggling on the Sunday morning grabbed a fresh cup of coffee from the Sacco Coffee van.

The weather held off throughout the day enabling Sunshine United to post an impressive total of 149. The Sunbury innings falling short after an exciting start. The match was played in good spirit and the after match speeches and trophy presentation was followed by group photographs.

Moving speeches by both club Presidents and James father, John all spoke of the love for the game that James had, what James meant to both clubs, the character and the loss felt by all with his passing. In the forefront was the community spirit brought together by this tragedy, this was a celebration of cricket and the enjoyment of the game in reflection of what James expressed while at both clubs.

For those of you who had not had the pleasure of meeting James, following is a tribute to James by Adam Kirk, SCC Vice President and Captain:

James had played all his junior cricket with Sunbury Cricket Club (SCC), I personally came to know him when I selected him to play his first senior game for the club as a 14/15 yr old medium pacer. As a kid he showed everything you want to see in a young sportsman. We played that year of seniors with mostly nine (9) players and qualified for finals with only eight (8). James in his first year as a senior player won the Toby Surkitt for Best Junior at the club in the 2008/09 season. He had made his first ton for our club and decided at the right age to try his hand at turf cricket in which he chose to play at Sunshine United as his brother in law was connected. James was well loved at SCC, affectionately known as “Sampras” for his similarities to the great tennis player. After his passing Sunbury CC and Sunshine United CC created what is now known as the James Wilson Memorial, a T20 game played between the two (2) clubs that James loved in which plays a major role in with respects to the people that grew to love him like i did.

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GDCA call for U16 umpires

January 27, 2016 SCC 3 Comments

The Sunbury Cricket Club are supporting an initiative by the GDCA to have paid umpires for our the u16 competition. They are looking for people over the age of 16 who are not currently playing in the u16 competition who would like to earn some money, and also become a qualified umpire.

All people undertaking this initiative will be asked to undertake Level 1 umpiring accreditation. The pay will be $50 per Saturday. Not only will this initiative promote fair play, it will also encourage more younger people to stay involved. Your commitment on a Saturday morning will be approximately from 8.30am – 11.45am. Approximately $16 per hour cash in hand. Not bad coin. Who knows, starting at this age you may be the next international umpire.

In the early days, you will be mentored and supported 100% by a current senior umpire who will guide you through the process. If it goes ahead, we are looking at a commitment every Saturday starting from the end of January.

There is a definite career path, and if you enjoy it, and want to continue, there are plenty of opportunities. Please let me know if you are interested or know anyone who may be.

Cheers

Marty Kelders

SCC Secretary

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SCC Stand up Comedy Night

January 25, 2016 SCC Leave a comment

What a great night we all had and a great success for our club. In front of an audience of over 90 people the Nelson Twins had all and sundry laughing all the way through while introducing Evan and Pommy Johnson who also had us all in stitches. The club was also able to raise valuable funds to assist running the cricket programs and keeping Junior subs to a minimum. Those that were there will be talking about this for ages. To those who missed out, well I’m sorry but you missed out on an awesome nights entertainment, But don’t despair, this proved to be such a success and enjoyed by all we are already looking toward another comedy night featuring the Nelson Twins and co. for next season. Well done to Brendan Doyle and Justin Nelson for organising the night and Club Sunbury for making the facilities available.

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SCC website – 2015 in review

December 31, 2015 SCC Leave a comment

The WordPress.com stats helper monkeys prepared a 2015 annual report for this blog.

Here’s an excerpt:

A New York City subway train holds 1,200 people. This blog was viewed about 7,100 times in 2015. If it were a NYC subway train, it would take about 6 trips to carry that many people.

Click here to see the complete report.

Events, Senior Cricket

SCC Stand up Comedy Night

November 27, 2015 SCC 1 Comment

Junior Cricket

Milo In2Cricket update

October 30, 2015 SCC Leave a comment

MiloIn2Cricket update

Hi Everyone,

Just a few things:
1. Just letting you know that Cricket Victoria have stuffed up the orders for the kids packs, for some reason I received our centre equipment that I ordered on Tuesday but they haven’t sent out any of the packs that I ordered last Friday. So unfortunatly Coreys bag, along with about 10 others, wont be there. They have apologised and they were sorting it out first thing this morning.

2. The BBQ will be running again for the parents and for the players, the Cost is $2 for a Snag and $2 for a Drink.

3. There has been some confusion about the start time, we would like to apologise for that, but as of next week the U11’s start at 5.30PM so start times will align up nicely.

4. There maybe opportunities for the returning players to play a game in the U11’S, if your child might be interested please let me know as we are currently about 3 players short from having 2 Under 11’s teams.

5. New registrations are now closed. Thanks for the response but our numbers are nearly at 60 kids, which is fantastic however we can only cater for so many and the program is already well underway.

See you all tonight, and be prepared for the tap on the shoulder for a hand with the activities tonight.

Matt Ward

SCC Milo In2Cricket Coordinator

We are Sunbury, we wear the Royal Blue cap !

Good Sports

Junior Cricket

Junior registrations are now closed

October 23, 2015 SCC Leave a comment

Junior registrations are now closed

We have had such a fantastic response to our Junior program this season that we have been forced to close registrations to new players.

SCC would like to welcome all new players and families that have already signed up and have attended training and matches.The season matches are well under way and currently all our Junior teams have ample numbers.

If you are a parent or care giver attending a match and would like to assist or help out for the day, don’t be shy, step forward and introduce yourself to our coach. We pride ourselves on being a family oriented club so that means we like to see the whole family getting involved.

Milo cricket is just about to start so we are still accepting registrations, but be quick.

We are Sunbury, we wear the Royal Blue cap !

Good Sports

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MELBOURNE CUP CALCUTTA

October 21, 2015 SCC Leave a comment

We need to start planning for catering purposes, please inform us of your intention to attend – tables of 8 available – bookings essential – call Brendan 0426 244 187 or e-mail b.doyle@dhl.com

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MELBOURNE CUP CALCUTTA

Date / time: Sunday 01^st November , 2015 / 11.30am to 4.00pm

Venue: Club Sunbury, 49 Riddell Road Sunbury

Cost: $ 15.00 per head, includes roast lunch

Drinks: at bar prices

Tables of 8 available – bookings essential – please call Brendan 0426 244 187 or e-mail b.doyle@dhl.com

Prize pool:

1st place – 70% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
2nd place – 20% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
3rd place – 10% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
The starting price pool will start at $ 1000

Calcutta / auction rules:

Tickets will go on sale Thursday…

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Events, Senior Cricket

MELBOURNE CUP CALCUTTA

October 7, 2015 SCC 1 Comment

MELBOURNE CUP CALCUTTA

Date / time: Sunday 01^st November , 2015 / 11.30am to 4.00pm

Venue: Club Sunbury, 49 Riddell Road Sunbury

Cost: $ 15.00 per head, includes roast lunch

Drinks: at bar prices

Tables of 8 available – bookings essential – please call Brendan 0426 244 187 or e-mail b.doyle@dhl.com

Prize pool:

1st place – 70% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
2nd place – 20% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
3rd place – 10% of prize pool. Half share to owner of horse, half share to buyer of horse
The starting price pool will start at $ 1000

Calcutta / auction rules:

Tickets will go on sale Thursday 8th October, cost $ 10 per ticket
The sweep draw will commence on the 1st November at Calcutta day. Auction will start shortly after.
Ticket buyers may nominate other persons to hold their ticket and act on their behalf on the day of draw/auction
If you draw a horse you retain half share and the other half share is sold at auction.
You may bid to buy the other share of the horse. If you are the highest bidder, half of the amount you bid goes into the prize pool the other half to club.
If you draw a horse that is scratched there is no refund!
All monies to be paid into the prize pool the day of the draw.
The auctioneer will have the final say regarding any disputes.