After getting off to a delayed start for Season
2020/21, all cricketers at Rowville enjoyed a successful season. We were able
to celebrate our achievements recently at both our Senior and Junior
Presentation events.
Club captain/coach Monto Perera was recognised for his
outstanding season with both bat and ball, winning the club champion award.
Monto led our First XI to the Decoite Shield finals but we were unfortunately
knocked out in the semi final stage. Ivan Van Der Wert was awarded the Best
Clubman award for his work supporting both our onfield and off field programs.
As our COVID officer, Ivan played a key role in ensuring that we could get on
the park and comply with all requirements associated with being COVID-safe.
Ivan was also our chairman of selectors and was a constant presence at both
senior and junior training and matches. Congratulations to Monto, Ivan and all
other award winners on the evening.
From a junior perspective we enjoyed a great end to
the season. Our junior teams have enjoyed significant growth over the last two
seasons with over 50 participants in our Junior and Master Blast programs, 3 x
Super 7 teams, 2 x Fast 9 teams and an Under 13 side. All of our players
received a medal or a trophy on the day. Our junior cricketers enjoyed seeing
their achievements (runs, wickets, catches) highlighted on their trophy.
Congratulations to Harjas Kaile who won our Under 13 ‘Larry Wood’ Champion
Award and U/13 coach Joel Reeves for his ‘Barry Mitchell’ Best Junior Clubman
award. Harjas improved with the bat throughout the season and was our most
consistent performer, whilst Joel’s commitment to helping the Under 13’s
improve was greatly appreciated by all players and parents.
We have our club AGM on Wednesday 26th May
at Rowville Recreation Reserve. After that, we expect preseason to commence for
seniors and juniors by August. Check us out on Facebook to keep up with the
latest developments or contact Matt Logan (Seniors – 0432 406 372) or Mark
Oudshoorn (Juniors – 0412 767 315) for more information.
Our Juniors enjoying Presentation Day
Joel receiving his trophy from Christine Mitchell
Harjas receiving his trophy from Larry Wood
