Balwyn Saints & Balwyn Blasters Junior Cricket Club in Balwyn North, Victoria, Australia | Community organisation

Balwyn Saints & Balwyn Blasters Junior Cricket Club

Locality: Balwyn North, Victoria, Australia

Address: Myrtle Park, Severn St 3104 Balwyn North, VIC, Australia

Website: https://balwyncricket.com.au

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25.01.2022 NEIL DONALDSON XI MATCH ****UPDATE**** SATURDAY 27th FEBRUARY @ BALWYN PARK... With any announcement of the circuit breaker breaking unlikely before Wednesday, and with the blessing of Stuart Dono and Jen Rutherford, we have decided to move the Dono XI Match back another week. This has the following benefits: 1) It combines with another big day for the club with the Panthers 2010 Burt Shield Premiership Reunion; 2) It will lead into Drownlow Night and be possibly the biggest in history; and 3) It means the match will be against North Balwyn for added spice. Logistically, it gives sufficient time to get ready and adapt to any requirements. We can't wait for the day and to celebrate, as Jen said, "the life and times of the kindest and humblest and bravest person (we) have ever known. And as for combining the day with the Panthers Reunion, in the words of James Grady "Dono is still bringing blokes together". Lock it in and see you then. Cheers, Gav

25.01.2022 Saints Gym in progress under the watchful eye of Strength & Conditioning expert David Collopy

21.01.2022 Help Required Wth two U/10 sides this year we urgently need someone to help out as Coach. If you are able to fill this role please let us know. ... Thanks, Gav

20.01.2022 Gday All, It has been said by others so I am summarising the collective thoughts of so many. Simply, an astonishing effort by Paul O'Connell to organise the practice match today and execute it so that everyone got the maximum out of it.... 35 guys showed up - tremendous in itself and reflective of the desire within the club. Every one of them got a decent hit, field and bowl. With Covid restrictions, this was no mean feat Okie also ensured that everyone was well versed in what the new requirements involve. A test run not just for the cricket but for how we all need to act. If he'd been running the show, Victoria would be at 8 months of zero cases, not 8 days. We are so fortunate to have the best coach in the comp who cares not just for advancing everyone's cricket abilities, but the care of all at the club as well. Go Saints! Gav

17.01.2022 Training Day! So good to be back and see everyone, and to welcome the new players to the club. The new nets are fantastic and with no footy played this year, the playing surface is like carpet.... Balwyn Park is a premier ground in a premier location. We have the best facilities in the region. Enjoy! Full training on Thursday, see you all (again) then Go Saints! Gav

17.01.2022 The 1sts are back in the finals hunt, the 2nds are on top and the 4s had a huge win with some massive contributions. The song was sung well

16.01.2022 Dear Saints, With the impending commencement of the cricket season within a couple of weeks, a reminder that registrations for both seniors and juniors is now open via the below link: https://www.playcricket.com.au/club-finder/club-details... Please note that as per our Covid Safe Plan, you cannot participate in training or match days unless you are a registered member of the club. Your support through these tough times is needed now more than ever and registering as soon as possible will assist the club with the added financial commitments of our Covid safe plan to ensure your safety throughout the season, as well as the regular cricket operational commitments such as equipment and umpires. As always, please continue to keep an eye out on our website and Facebook page for further updates. Should you have any queries please contact [email protected] Shiv

15.01.2022 We're Back! Training at Balwyn Park this Saturday at 10:30am in the Brand New Nets All Senior players welcome (Inc juniors who play in the Senior grades)... Important: COVID regulations require that you MUST be registered to be able to train. So make sure you follow the link and get yourself registered. https://playreg.cricket.com.au/pages/reg/welcome.aspx Go Saints! Gav

14.01.2022 Here's something extra special for all our Balwyn Blasters. One of our own, Tony Miles, operates International Sports camps and they have a 3 day Cricket Camp that is ideal for all juniors aged 5 - 15. As a special offer to his own club, a 3 Day Camp is being offered at a 50% discount. It includes expert coaching and analysis by State and Test cricketers.... For between $142.50 and $157.50 (depending on age) this is an unbelievable opportunity at genuine 1975 prices! Camps are held at different dates in Hawthorn, North Balwyn and Bulleen so there's sure to be one that suits you. You will need to book by Nov 29 and do so here: iscamps.com.au and use the code SAINTS50 at the checkout. Cheers, Gav

11.01.2022 Congratulations to 1st XI Captain Mick Haralambopoulos on his 250th Game this weekend. Hara might just be the most honest, hard-working, loyal and genuine person I have had the pleasure to know. He will go out of his way for everyone and if asked to do anything it is always "not a problem, mate". And a never-give-up competitiveness that is to be admired.... We all love you Hara! On behalf of everyone at the Balwyn Saints, and everyone you have played alongside (and probably against), all the best for the big game on Sunday. (Leave a message for him in the comments) Cheers, Gav

11.01.2022 With the announcement obviously the Neil Donaldson XI match will not proceed tomorrow. We have postponed to next week so at this stage it will proceed on Saturday, 20th February

10.01.2022 Hi Blasters,, It's time to get excited - we are getting close to kicking off the Juniors' season. Following last weeks COVID announcement the Association has pushed back the start of the season one week to Friday 13th for U/14 & U/16 and Saturday 14th for U/10 & U/12.... If all goes plan we intend to start training week commencing 2nd November as follows: U/10's Wednesday 4th November at 4.00pm to 5.00pm @ Myrtle Park U/12's Wednesday 4th November at 5.00pm to 6.30pm @ Myrtle Park U/14's Thursday 5th November at 5.00pm to 6.30pm @ Myrtle Park U/16's Thursday 5th November at 5.00pm to 6.30pm @ Balwyn Park Now is the time to register - if you have not done so please follow the link below: https://playreg.cricket.com.au/pages/reg/welcome.aspx Our player numbers are looking very strong. We will have two U/10 teams (for the first time ever!!), one U/12's & U/14's and we are very close to having enough players for two U/16 teams. If you know any friends or family that are keen to play U/16's please encourage them and contact Terry (0430 233 158). Woolworths Junior Blast season which was aiming to start on 30th October will be delayed a couple of weeks. Please stay tuned for more information. As always, if you have any questions please feel free to contact either of us. Go Blasters!! Anthony & Terry

10.01.2022 Quick Wrap... 1sts Defeated Deepdene. - Chased down 85. Made it tougher than necessary but got the win. Connor McMahon 1/3 off 8, and Shoeb Kotwal batted 25 overs opening the batting.... 2nd XI Defeated Donvale - Batted first and set a target of 201. Alex Skinner and Tex both made 42. Bowled them out for around 150, Dave Howsam and Lucas set it up, Avenish picking up his first wickets at the club, Hemal bowled tight. 3rd XI lost to Ashburton - Set a massive target of 265, did well to recover and make around 170. Outstanding player was Jono Mendelovitz with 70n.o. and Stewart Lucy finished 35n.o. 4th XI lost to Toorak-Prahran (just!) - Shiv made a captains knock of 47 as we set a target of 156. They got them with only 3 balls to spare. Aside from the Skipper, juniors James Watts and Oscar Torresi were very impressive. U/16 B are chasing 163. Jacques Wessels, Will Spratt and Tom Torresi 2 wickets each. U/16C defending 172 (sorry no details at hand as to who did what) U/14s chasing 158, further details next week U/12s with 3/93 defeated Hays Paddock 4/78 And well done to all the U/10 debutants as well as all those playing their first game on any team for the club. We're back, and it feels good. Go Saints, Go Blasters Gav

09.01.2022 TEAMS - ROUND 1 1st XI vs Deepdene @ Stradbroke Park M. Hara (C)... B. Letts (VC) A. Jan S. Kotwal J. Sapardanis M. Khalid W. Khan O. Watts C. McMahon J. Collopy Jacques Wessels 2nd XI vs Donvale @ Myrtle Park S. Moussi (C) A. Cecchi (VC) D. Perkins. H. Sharma L. Gallesio Damien Howsam David Howsam Avenish Yogaraman T. Torresi A. Skinner Kasun Gunatilake 3rd XI vs Ashburton @ Ferndale Park E. Botha (C) H. Pym N. Newcastle S. Lucy B. Lardner G. Billings Jaco Wessels J. Alleva W. Spratt J. Mendelovitz M. McGrath 4th XI vs Toorak-Prahran @ Balwyn Park S. Shahaney (C) J. Grady T. Miles C. Miles C. Crewes T. Green Zac Brunton O. Torresi M. Knott James Watts M. Pinwill Good luck all...Go Saints! Cheers, Gav '

09.01.2022 Gday All, With the season underway we need to recognise all those who are and have been instrumental in the club running every week. With nearly 100 Juniors now at the club, from the Blast to U/16s, plus Seniors plus all the added planning required this season, it is a massive operation that rides on the back of the silent contributions of so many (including U/16s who are now coaching the younger junior sides) So please acknowledge the following for their extraordinary effort...s . Marlize Wessels - Single handedly running the Woolworths Blast and doing an amazing job U/10s: Coaches Ewoud Botha & Terry Green, with Training Coaches Tommy Toressi & Mick Harvey U/12s: Coaches Greg Cusack & Paul Stephens U/14s: Coaches James Grady & Owen Watts and Team Manager Jamie Craik U/16s: Coaches Shiv Shahaney &. Michael Steinshultz and Team Manager Anthony Gale And of course all the parents who help out each week with scoring, umpiring and general help. In addition to Seniors Coach Paul O'Connell and all the grade captains, each and every week Scott Longley (Balwyn Park) and Mick Barclay (Myrtle Park) have been there to make sure the days run in accordance with guidelines. They both travel some distance to do so and spend the day looking after the players. Though I have mentioned him above, a special thank you to Shiv Shahaney for his incredible work off-field this year - the mountain of compliance work we have had to endure has been a breeze because of all of his efforts. Of course, both Junior and Senior Committee members have been instrumental as always. Finally, to those I have forgotten to include...sorry in advance! Go Saints! Go Blasters! Gav

05.01.2022 Round 13 selections are now locked in. Looking at a hot one Saturday so stay hydrated, stay safe. Go to https://balwyncricket.com.au/saints-seni/match-information/

03.01.2022 Congratulations to the 1sts and 2nds on fantastic wins today. The 1sts were defending just 107 but an.incredible bowling and fielding team effort resulted in the best Balwyn Saints win. Dave Howsam was instrumental with bat and ball, stand-in captain Basil Letts led from the front and Wasim, Connor and the better Collopy bowled tight. But that man again - Mashall DJ Khaled - was the game changer. Two early wickets and a match-winning maiden in the second last over set it up.... And in the twos, congratulations to Trent Sanguinetti on his big century today. Sangas backed up his 60 last week with a controlled and dominating 112, leading his side to a comfortable win. Go Saints! Cheers, Gav

03.01.2022 Confirmation that the season is on target to start on Nov 14th for Seniors. Juniors has been pushed back a week to commence on Friday, 13th November. Given the year 2020 has been, what could possibly go wrong on Friday the 13th...... Get ready to pad up! Cheers, Gav

02.01.2022 Once again the Bendigo Community Bank has shown tremendous support to the Balwyn Saints and we thank them very much for their continued funding. Give them a call on 9836 8029 or pop into the Whitehorse Rd branch and ask not what you can do for your Community, ask what can your Community can do for you. Cheers,... Gav

01.01.2022 PRACTICE MATCH 07/11 @ BALWYN PARK Details for tomorrow: 1: 10.30 am for 11.15 start... 2: Full whites 3: Bring own food and drink 4: 40 over a side match 5: Teams will be mixed and matched 6: Anyone who turns up will get some game time 7: If we have more than 22 we’ll also utilise nets so people can get a decent hit/bowl regardless 8: Full COVID-19 dress rehearsal 9: Bring face masks as normal Let me know if you can’t make it. Go well. Coach Oke.