Welcome to the official website for Balcatta Cricket Club. Here you will be able to find out everything about the club and updates on news and events.
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The History tab includes information on the history of the club, club player milestones and life members.
The website was developed in collaboration with one of our major sponsors, New Normal. Click on their link in the sponsors section for more information on what they can do for you in the digital world.
The Club fields up to 5 Senior, Colts (Under 21) and two 20/20 sides in The Western Australian Suburban Turf Cricket Association (WASTCA) competition. We also field up to 4 Junior sides of various age groups who play in the Central Junior Cricket Association (CJCA).
We have formed a rich club culture and history within the City of Stirling community. You can check out more about the club by clicking on the History tab in the top menu. The History page includes a list of our Life Members and Game Milestones.
The Club welcomes anybody wanting to join and be part of a Community environment, whether as a Player, Supporter or Sponsor.
The Club was awarded the 2018 Australia Day WA Community Citizen of the Year by the City of Stirling.
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Sporting clubs such as ours play a significant role in the community and have a responsibility to our members and their families.
We have chosen to join over 9000 clubs across Australia taking part in the Good Sports program.
Through Good Sports we are committed to managing alcohol responsibly and ensuring smoke free areas, which we believe will help us to provide a healthy, safe and family friendly environment.
Together, we are helping inspire a healthier sporting nation. Speak to our club committee about what being a Good Sports club is all about or visit:www.goodsports.com.au
** KEEPING CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE SAFE **
Through the commitment of Cricket Australia, the Balcatta Cricket Club has been endorsed in joining with this commitment in keeping our kids safe in a comfortable and supportive environment.
Our two Child Safety Officers are:
Damian Lepidi and Jenni Santa Maria.
See the attached flyer for more information.
** NEW SPONSOR ANNOUNCEMENT **
The Club is excited to announce our newest major sponsor, ISH24, a renowned leader in workplace safety and rescue services.
ISH24 is a trusted name in the industry, specialising in providing a comprehensive suite of workplace safety, training, consulting and auditing solutions along with Atmospheric Gas Testing and Sentry services for the mining and industrial sector during maintenance shutdowns.
With a commitment to ensuring safety standards across a wide range of industries, including mining, oil & gas, construction, industrial manufacturing, food production, and civil services, ISH24 has earned its reputation as one of Australia's premier safety specialists.
With ISH24 as our major sponsor, Balcatta Cricket Club is proud to align with a company dedicated to creating safer work environments across Australia. Their commitment to excellence and safety expertise instills confidence and peace of mind in all their clients.
The Club looks forward to a successful partnership with ISH24, and we believe this collaboration will contribute to the safety and well-being of our community.
For more information about ISH24, please visit www.ish24.com.au
** 1ST XI WIN 1ST GRADE ONE DAY GRAND FINAL **
** Sunday, 25 February 2024 **
After being runners up last year, the 1st XI have made amends and taken out the 2023/24 1st Grade One Day Grand Final.
Winning the toss and opting to bowl first, Bentley managed to post a competitive 161 off 39.5 overs. At one stage they were 7/98 and looking down the barrel of defending a low score. Jamie Rudrum 3/33, Ben Panter 2/28 and Gaurav Tiwari 2/29 the pick of the bowlers.
It wasn't a good start with the run chase losing two early wickets and being 2/3. Alex Chao (45) and Heshan Perera (36) steadied the ship and swung things our way. 2 more quick wickets in succession followed but in came Jamie Rudrum (39no) and Captain Jerra Smith (27) to put us on the right path. Jamie making sure of it in the end and taking the Man of the Match award with his 39no & 3/33.
Congratulations to all and thanks for everyone who came down to support the boys. We certainly outnumbered their supporters on their home ground. 👏👏🎉🐾
** 2023/24 WASTCA AWARDS **
Congratulations to veteran Johnny Budalich in taking out the overall Bowling Aggregate (36 wickets) & Champion Cricketer (953 points) awards for the 3rd Grade competition last night at the annual WASTCA Awards. Great stuff Budda 👏👏🏏
** WEEKEND RESULTS – GRAND FINAL **
** 4TH XI PREMIERS IN A THRILLER **
** GRAND FINAL - 4th XI **
** Saturday, 23 March 2024 **
It was built up as an equal match up and expected to be a ripper of a Grand Final. Expectations were met with the result decided in the last over of the day.
Captain Milan Krebl won the toss and elected to bat first. A couple of early wickets saw the 4th XI at 2/19 losing Troy Rudrum and Jayden Monastra early. In came Jamie Rudrum (29) and Simon Chaplin (35) who steadied the ship somewhat before Jamie was out, caught with the score at 50. Shane Hardingham (40) joined Simon Chaplin and put on 40 together before Chaplin was dismissed. Another 45-run partnership between Hardingham and Milan Krebl (22) saw them eventually post a reasonable and defendable total of 160 off their 40 overs.
Was it going to be enough?
Bassendean’s opening bat and captain Ben O’Brien was the key wicket to get with 971 runs for the season at an average of 74.69. Shaun Hickey (2/24) got that key wicket with O’Brien out for 1. Jayden Monastra taking a good catch with a hard hit ball at mid-on. Another wicket by Shaun and a run out by Jamie & Shaun together saw Bassendean reeling at 3/11.
Bassendean managed to steady the ship before veteran Boris Krebl (2/23) took 2 crucial wickets late in his spell to have them at 5/97. Jamie pitched in with another and Bassendean were now 6/102. At 6/150, Bassendean seemed to be cruising to a win before Milan Krebl got the crucial wicket and Jacob Paolino another not long after in the penultimate over. At 8/151, Bassendean needed 9 runs to win in the last over with 2 wickets in hand. Jason Pynes denied them bowling a superb last over with a run out (Milan Krebl) and a caught and bowled to finish the game off.
The 4th XI making amends for the last 2 seasons and winning the Premiership. Man of the Match was Jamie Rudrum with his 29, 1/36 and a run out. The win was even more special with 2 x Father/Sons winning together with Boris/Milan Krebl and Troy/Jamie Rudrum.
Congratulations to the 4th XI and thanks to all for coming down to support the boys.
** 4TH XI MATCH SUMMARY **
See previous post for match report.
** 🏆2023/24 SEASON AWARDS 🏆**
The 2023/24 Season Awards were presented on Thursday evening. A huge congratulations to all award winners. 👏
A special mention to Julian Lane who was awarded Life Membership. Congratulations Jules and thanks for all your hard work over the years to help make the club what it is today.
A great night had by all. Thanks to the Stirling Adriatic Function Centre on Jones Street, Stirling for the venue and Full Belly Catering for the great food.
That's a wrap for this season. The AGM will be held in May on a date to be confirmed.
