Nathan Schollar came on board as a batting coach with a specific group of players, a number these lads played in higher grades which is a tribute to Nathan’s experience and coaching philosophy. Peter Gladigau and Matt Heffernan were our bowling and fielding specialists with Peter working with a number of our younger bowlers. Our fielding continued at a high standard due to Matt’s energy and accountability on the players. Tom Worthington assisted with the development group while also captaining the 3rd Grade which allowed the coaching group to receive feedback on the development of players in game situations. The foundation of a club is its volunteers and we are fortunate enough to have a band of volunteers who put in a tireless amount of work. To all of you thank you for the time and commitment you undertake to do the duties you do. We are certainly are the envy of all clubs. To our sponsors thank you for your support once again. We are currently in uncertain economic times and the financial support you provide allows the club to have some financial stability. I would also like to thank the City of Holdfast Bay and especially Mayor Amanda Wilson and David Wark for continually supporting the club to improve our facilities through funding opportunities and David’s work on the oval and surrounds. Our Board of Management led by President Jarret Moyse ensure we have financial security in these challenges times, while also leading and establishing the clubs strategic directions and club charter. A big thanks to all of you for the way you undertake your roles which encompasses but not limited to, sponsorship, grants, events, upgrades etc. The juniors once again under the guidance of James Greenwell had another successful season, while continuing to develop future senior players. An integral role of the program is to provide opportunities to players from our South East zone which continues to occur. Congratulations on back to back Under 17 shield trophies and the other premierships you achieved. It was great to see us have representation in the Under 17 Team of the year with Isaac Higgins (captain) along with Oliver Wilkinson, Zac McCabe.
GLENELG DISTRICT CRICKET CLUB ANNUAL REPORT 2019/2020
Mark Hofmeyer took on the Junior Coordinator role and along with James provided a great link between the juniors and seniors. The junior structure also included Ben Higgins, Matthew Chapman, Tim Hoffman and Tim Dyer who provided a wealth of cricket knowledge and experience to our young players. Our women’s program goes from strength to strength due to the tireless efforts of Graeme Sedunary. Graeme was supported by a working group and he was able to increase playing numbers while also developing the players skill set. This is reflected in some of the women selected in South Australia junior representative sides. Congratulations to Sam McNally on his recent appointment as First Grade coach, the coaching group look forward to working and supporting Sam in the 2020/21 season. To the players thank you for the time and commitment you put in to making yourselves and the club better. You buy into the clubs philosophy of developing our own and selection is not easy at times. We have healthy numbers in our playing list with a number of players missing selection each round however it is a testament that those players keep coming back and it doesn’t go unnoticed. Congratulations to Liam Scott, Marcus Lee, Steven Heatley, Scott Applegarth and Ben Sedunary on your respective SACA awards, great reward for your hard work and consistent seasons. Lastly, on behalf of my mum Pauline, Lianne, Elissa and Harrison I would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Glenelg District Cricket Club community for the support you provided us when my dad Adrian passed away just prior to the season commencing. He loved watching the home games and got great satisfaction out of both individual and team performances. Can’t wait for season 2020/21 to start. Grant Francis Club Coach
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