Name: Rohith Yeluri
Nickname (and why): Row, Darren Dingle gave me this name (Just because it’s easy to say Row than Rooheath)
Place of Birth: Khammam, a beautiful town in Telangana State (India)
Taita Debut: 2015 for Premier Reserves
Highest Honors: Premier Reserves
Most Memorable Game: Game against Upper Hutt this season where I picked 9/9 (My best ever bowling figures)
Favorite holiday destination: Queenstown
Best advice you’ve received: Keep bowling those Out Swingers and don’t bowl slow deliveries. Almost everyone who fields behind the stumps gave me this advice.
Favorite Movie: Rockstar (Bollywood)
Favorite Musician: A R Rehaman & Ilayaraja
Sporting hero: Glenn McGrath
Favorite cricketer: Saurav Ganguly
Non-Sporting hero: My Dad
Best Taita memory: Obus scoring 140 on the same day I picked up 9 wickets
Biggest pest at Taita: Diz
Interesting fact about you: I was a top order batsman for most of my life and never batted below 6 before I started playing for Taita Premier Reserves (I bat at 9 or 10 here)
Player Profile - Hamish Siddons Blomfield
Name: Hamish Blomfield
Nickname: Mutcha, named after the great Jamie Siddons. The name 'Mutcha' is Australian bush slang for...
Place of birth: Christchurch
Taita debut: Under 17 game with CJ vs North City with Nippy and Bundy umpiring
Highest honours: Otago Volts
Most memorable game: T20 final vs Easts at the Basin
Favourite Holiday destination: Any place with the golf clubs in tow
Best piece of advice: Stay humble and keep your mana
Favourite movie: Braveheart
Favourite musician: Tom Jones
Sporting hero: Jimmy the Shoe
Favourite cricketer: Nathan Astle
Non-sporting hero: Pete Tong
Best taita memory: Witnessing 5HundyWatts do 100 shots of beer in 100 minutes
Biggest pest at Taita: Dizzy
Interesting fact about you: I play off a legit, clean-green 6 handicap
Player Profile - Shaun Seen Gillespie
Name: Shaun Gillespie
Nickname (and why): Nippy (James Boyle came up with it) Scene (unsure of this one)
Place of Birth: Lower Hutt
Taita Debut: 2004 (Thirds)
Highest Honors: Captaining the seconds, after years of bowling 2-3 overs a game for them.
Most Memorable Game: for the thirds last season where I got 62* (first ever 50 in any grade)
Favorite holiday destination: Croatia
Best advice you’ve received: “play straight”- Sam McGavin
Favorite Movie: Happy Gilmore
Favorite Musician: Bono
Sporting hero: Edwin Van der sar
Favorite cricketer: Rohith Yeluri
Non-Sporting hero: Frank Bainimarama
Best Taita memory: Sam McGavin’s 7-for against Wellington Collegians a couple of seasons ago
Biggest pest at Taita: Marty Te Moananui
Interesting fact about you: My religion is Greek Orthodox
Player Profile - Jason Wolf Doyle
Name: Jason Doyle
Nickname (and why): Wolf, Big Wolf (No idea - will have to ask CJ Tait)
Place of Birth: Palmerston North
Taita Debut: 2003
Highest Honors: Prems
Most Memorable Game: Versus Karori and getting my off pole knocked over by Andy Mackay for his hattrick, on his way to 7-1.
Favorite holiday destination: Croatia
Best advice you’ve received: "Don't go back to Dry"
Favorite Movie: Aladdin
Favorite Musician: P!nk or T-Swift
Sporting hero: Konrad Hurrell
Favorite cricketer: Roger Twose
Non-Sporting hero: Matthew Pepper-Spray
Best Taita memory: Being at the non-strikers when Gluggsy smoked it onto Naenae Road, and when Besty cleared the clubrooms from the old Number 1
Biggest pest at Taita: Diz
Interesting fact about you: Lived in Kazakhstan for a year. Shockingly, it wasn’t as Borat suggested
Player Profile - Nik Gillette Cup Swain
Name: Nik Swain
Nickname (and why): Swaino, Swainy. Long story
Place of Birth: Lower Hutt
Taita Debut: 2011 for the 2s
Highest Honors: Prov A
Most Memorable Game: Beating Easts in the T20 final
Favorite holiday destination: Waiterere
Best advice you’ve received: "Back your skill set" - Matt Bell
Favorite Movie: Goldfinger
Favorite Band/Musician: Empire of the Sun
Sporting hero: Bo Jackson
Favorite cricketer: Matthew Heissenbuttel
Non-Sporting hero: Dr Timothy Falcon Crack, spent $10,000 on the stock market in a finance class just to prove a point
Best Taita memory: Sam McGavin dismissing Connor Turner
Biggest pest at Taita: Henry Walsh
Interesting fact about you: I once broke my jaw as a kid. Never stopped me from spinning a yarn though
Player Profile - Patrick Car-mel Smith
Name: Patrick Smtih
Nickname (and why): Gluggsy – Glug Glug,
Place of Birth: Wellington
Taita Debut: 5th form for Senior 3
Highest Honors: Taita Prems
Most Memorable Game: When I hit a 6 at Naenae
Favorite holiday destination: Anywhere there’s Sun
Best advice you’ve received: “Just smash it for 6” – Andrew Sturt
Favorite Movie: Tangiwai
Favorite Musician: Dj The Flume – Mark Houghton showed me him
Sporting hero: Kevin Garnett
Favorite cricketer: Wiremu “Bill” Edwards
Non-Sporting hero: Patrick Houghton
Best Taita memory: Henry “S.Dot” Walsh antics at Rathkeale
Biggest pest at Taita: Sam McGavin
Interesting fact about you: When I was two I could name every All Black 1-15 at the time.
T20 Final
Unfortunately it wasn't to be for the Premier side in the T20 knockout competition losing to Petone-Riverside in a super over. See the full write up here
Results
What a great day for Premier speedster Matt Kelly!! (unfortunately the result didn't go our way)
Matt's figures were 8/81 and 3/23. (11/104 for the match) Great stuff!
Also Russell Pepperell hit 70 in the second innings.
The Reserves beat Onslow by 9 wickets.
Here are both scorecards:
Congratulations!
Congratulations to Mark Houghton on becoming the second Taita Cricket premier player to achieve 5000 premier runs. Mark is quickly chasing down Steve Gellatly's club record of 5142 runs.
Steve will be presenting Mark with his 5000 run plaque at the tea break on our final day of the season on Sunday the 20th of March.
This is a huge achievement and the club is extremely proud of Marks on-going contribution to the club.
The Fat Lady does sing
On Wednesday night the Premiers traveled to Kilbirnie Park to take on Easts in the semi-final of the Cricket Wellington T20 competition.
We won the toss and batted first, we managed to scrap together 134 runs thanks to Phil Tunnicliffe's 54 and Mark Houghton's 42.
This total looked totally insufficient when Easts were 80/1 after 8 overs and 106/2 after 15. Thanks so some great bowling and outstanding catching from Nick O'Sullivan (2) and Liam Sullivan we bowled Easts out for 128 in the 20th over.
T20 Final
We are returning to the Basin Reserve next Wednesday night to defend our T20 title against Petone- Eastbourne, who comprehensively bet Karori on Wednesdaynight.
This will be a great final and the team would really appreciate a replication of the crowd that attended the final last year when we took down Easts.
Petone will be no easy beats with the likes of Jesse Ryder opening the batting.
So let's all get down to the Basin next Wednesday supporting Mark and the team retain the trophy.
Game starts at 4:30pm
Achievements
- Mark Houghton 5000 premier runs
- Grade 3 for making the one day final, unfortunately they lost to the Wellington Indians in the final.
- Nik Swain for scoring his maiden premier 100 for Taita v Upper Hutt
- Premier team with two outright victories are now placed second behind Karori in the Hazlett trophy
- The Women's team continue to progress up the leader table with a close fought win against Petone- Riverside
- The Legends and Titans tied in first place in the Hutt Valley T20 grade
Post-Match
Can we ask that all captains actively encourage their team and the opposition players to come back to the clubrooms for a drink or two after your game. We have great facilities including an outstanding kitchen offering a wide range of food.
After our outstanding exploits on the field it is great to sit back have a beer or two and enjoy great banter between the teams.
If a team performs outstandingly and a significant number of players from your team and the opposition come back there may be a few drinks and nibbles come your way.
This is your club please support it.
Upcoming events
1. Club day
After the success of the Taitanium function on day one of the Upper Hutt Game, we will be holding a follow up club day on the last playing day of the season.
This is day two of the Premier game vs the Wellington under 19 on Sunday the 20th of March
We will be using this event to celebrate Mark Houghton's 5000 Taita Premier runs with Stephen Gellatly presenting Mark with a plaque to recognise this achievement
It would be great if all past players can come down the club rooms on the 20th to support the team in the final day of the season and to recognise Marks achievements.
2. Prize giving
This seasons prize giving will be held at the club rooms on Good Friday (25th March) from 6pm, the cost is $10 which includes finger food.
You can make payment for this event over the bar
Captains can you please confirm number of attendees and advise Shaun or email
taitacricket@gmail.com
Fraser Park Sportsville
The LHC Communities Facilities Trust with the support of Fraser Park Sportsville are leading the fundraising efforts for Stage Two of the Fraser Park redevelopment. To ensure that we are connecting with the right people in our community we need your help.
Please complete the survey by clicking on the link below. All completed surveys go in the draw to win a one year pass to Leisure Active.
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPSportsville
For more information on the CFT and our projects click here: www.cft.org.nz
Thanks for your support!
Sponsors
Taita Cricket would like to recognise all our sponsors for your support you have given the club over the season, your contribution and support has played a key role in the clubs success.
It is up to us all to support these sponsors as they all play a critical role in our on-going success.
Petone Radiators
Petone Radiators is Taita Cricket's Principle Sponsor. When it comes to radiator repair, and the health of your car's heating and cooling systems, give Petone Radiators (2008) Ltd a call. Al can fix or replace your radiator, and take care of your air conditioning and heating. (04) 568 6857
http://petoneradiators.co.nz
Maidstone Sports
Trevor has been a long term sponsor of Taita Cricket and is the sponsor of our junior program. If you need to purchase any sports gear, visit Trevor at The Mall,
Upper Hutt (04) 529 7342
https://www.facebook.com/maidstonesportspower
Kevin Dee Realty Ltd
For the largest range of vacant warehouses, factories and workshops, live-in warehouses, yard space and industrial land available in the greater Wellington region head to Kevin Dee Realty - Wellington Warehouses.
http://wellingtonwarehouses.co.nz/
The Station Village
Fancy a beer on a warm Sunday afternoon, or any afternoon/evening for that matter. Visit Stefan at the Station Village or Whistle Stop, they have a TAB. State you're from Taita Cricket and you might get a small discount off your beer
https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Parrot-and-Jigger-Bar/162463397140937
KooGa
In 2012 Taita District Cricket Club (TDCC) joined forces with KooGa NZ to produce an exciting cricket team wear range for the 2012/13 season. KooGa NZ has developed well-constructed garments using innovative fabrics and designs for the modern player. KooGa's aim is to set a high standard for the cricket player producing team wear that is second to none. TDCC appreciates the enthusiasm and time given by Jake, Rhys, Lizzie and the team at KooGa NZ in producing high quality designs Taita District Cricket Club can be proud to wear.
http://kooga.co.nz/
Petone Physio
We are passionate about cricket and in this competitive environment will strive to help athletes to stay on top of their game. We would work primarily with the 1st team, but would be happy to see other club members if time allowed. Our role would include liaising with coaches, management and players to ensure that they received appropriate advice and management to help prevent and rehabilitate injuries. Players and management would benefit from receiving timely assessment and treatment, and advice on rehab timelines. Early intervention for injuries ensures less time out of the game.
https://www.facebook.com/petonephysio/?fref=ts
Merry Christmas
Christmas Messages from Taita Cricket (Dave Gillespie and Mark Houghton)
I would like to wish all members a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2016. Enjoy your time with family and friends and return to the cricket field or the balcony supporting our teams refreshed in January.
I would like to congratulate all players for their efforts during the first half of the season, with 3 two day teams, 6 T20 teams and 2 junior teams the club is in good heart.
It has been a challenging first half of the season for our Premier's with the one day campaign not going to plan, 3 wins from 10 games have left us in 7th spot and only an outside chance of making the top six. We need to beat Onslow with a bonus point on the first game back post-Christmas on the 9th of January at home and trust that both Upper Hutt and University beat Karori and Hutt Districts respectively. But "The Fat Lady has not sung yet"
This team certainly has talent, despite the loss of a number of experienced players and they all know they are good enough to bounce back.
One thing all supporters can do to assist our rebound is to come down to the park on Saturday afternoons and support the team. I remember when I was playing we got great support from the past players, this certainly lifted the team. I would be great if former players and supporters were able to replicate the support we got in the 1980's and 90's and help our premier team bounce back.
We may end up playing in the Hazlett Trophy for the first time since 1998, but with your support we can make this a once only situation.
Let's all get down to FRASER PARK ON THE 9TH OF JANUARY and watch the PREMS take down Onslow
In closing I would like to thank our six Sponsors and Partners for their on-going support. A huge thanks to Al from Petone Radiators, Kevin from Kevin Dee Realty, Nicole from Petone Physio, Trevor from Maidstone Sports, Lizzie from KooGa and Stefan from the Station Village.
Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Dave Gillespie
President
As captain of the Taita Premier side, I would like to apologise to club members and supporters for the performance of our top side so far this year.
For a club that is known for its tenacity and heart on the field, the premier side has failed to live up to those important terms. Results and performances have at times been unacceptable.
A number of our players have been given a rude awakening into the level of commitment and preparation needed to perform at the premier level.
These issues have been addressed, and I'm certain that post-Christmas our results will improve.
Your support is always much appreciated.
Thanks
Mark Houghton
Premier Vs Wellington U19's
Do you have some spare time, want to watch some quality cricket?
On Sunday your Premier team takes on the Wellington Under 19's, two days before they depart for their national tournament in Christchurch.
This is a must win game for Mark and the team, we are currently in six spot, four points behind 5th with two other clubs snapping at our heels.
The bar will be open all day and the BBQ may be fired up.
Also on Fraser 3 our year 12/13 Colts team captained by Callum Mclachlan take on Wellington Collegians in a T20 game starting at 2.30pm
A packed afternoon of quality Cricket at Fraser Park.
The Premier team is
Sam Dean
Russell Pepperell
Phil Tunnicliffe
Nick O'Sullivan
Mark Houghton (c)
Nik Swain
Sam McGavin (wk)
Kieran McComb
Liam Sullivan
Pat Smith
Matt Kelly
The Colts team is:
Callum Mclachlan (c) (wk)
Lincoln Craig
Finn Fairbrother
Connor Bliss
Sunny Akansh
John Macmillan
Sefa Mamea- Hind
Jacob Thompson
Matthew McComb
Jo Foote
Adam Webster
Vatsal Desai
Toby Meyrick
Newsletter
The cricket season is well underway and now that the top teams are back on grass it is starting to feel like the summer is here.
The premier team have had mixed results winning three from six, but Saturday's outstanding performance when we beat Upper Hutt by 8 wickets chasing down their modest score of 144 in 25.5 overs showed the team is back on track. We are currently sitting 4th on the table, victories in the next few weeks against Naenae, Hutt and the Under 19's will define our season and ensure a top six finish which will guarantee is a spot in the Pearce Cup round.
The seconds have had a mixed start but thrashing of Upper Hutt on Saturday by 166 runs should see this team climb quickly up the ladder.
Other key performances include the Legends last over victory over the Squashie's chasing down 186. The women are on a roll, for the first time ever they have had two victories in a row and for the first time they bowled out the opposition, great stuff Carol and the team.
Upcoming Premier games
On the 28th we have the "Battle of the Bridge" when we take on our very close friends Naenae in the Jack Trask Memorial game at Naenae Park. This will be a great opportunity for all Taita supporters to venture over the bridge and provide vocal support to Mark and the guys.
On the 5th of December I will be hosting the 'PAST PLAYERS DAY', when we take on Hutt Districts. If you are only able to get to the club rooms once or twice before Christmas, I encourage you to come down to the clubrooms on the 5th from early afternoon.
"I would like to invite all past players and supporters to our past players day on Saturday the 5th of December, the bar and kitchen will be open all day. This will be a great opportunity for all past players and supporters to mingle for the first time in 2015/16 and support our premier team as we look to beat Hutt Districts
Dave Gillespie- President"
On Sunday the 13th we take on Wellington under 19's at Fraser Park, a great way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon having a few quiet beers on the balcony.
The last game before Christmas is against Easts again at Fraser Park.
Player Profile
Name: Sriram Krishnamurthy
Nickname and reason why: Cheeru, Twist (have twisted and broken my ankle 3 times)
Place of Birth: Chennai, India
Highest Honours: Tamilnadu
Most memorable game and why: Our school team winning our first tournament (Under 13)
My favourite holiday destination is: Home in Chennai at the moment as I have been on the road for majority of the last 8 years
The best advice I've ever received is: Let your actions speak and earn the respect of others
My sporting hero is: Stephen Waugh
My non sporting hero is: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (former president of India)
When I was young I wanted to be: Cricketer
Biggest pest: Have not come across one yet at Taita
Favourite cricketer: Grew up idolizing a once in gen Indian line up of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly, V.V.S. Laxman and Anil Kumble
Interests/hobbies outside cricket: Movies, Music, Hiking and Squash
Favourite Bands:
Favourite Movie: Cinderella Man
What is an interesting fact people do not know about you: I once used to run quick
Subscriptions
A reminder to all two day players that your subscriptions are due, for those that have paid well done, for the balance please make payment via the bar or the club bank account ASAP
Non Playing Subscriptions
This season we are offering two non-playing membership subscriptions
1. Taitanium club, this membership provides free entry to the Taitanium lunch and bar specials throughout the season. The goal of this membership is to provide support to our future stars via the donations to the Robin Randell Trust fund. This membership is $80
2. Non Playing membership, this membership is $35 and enables you to partake in all club and social functions as a full member of our club
Sponsors
Taita Cricket would like to recognise all our sponsors for your support you have given the club over the season, your contribution and support has played a key role in the clubs success.
It is up to us all to support these sponsors as they all play a critical role in our on-going success.
Petone Radiators
Petone Radiators is Taita Cricket's Principle Sponsor. When it comes to radiator repair, and the health of your car's heating and cooling systems, give Petone Radiators (2008) Ltd a call. Al can fix or replace your radiator, and take care of your air conditioning and heating. (04) 568 6857
http://petoneradiators.co.nz
Chapelli's Eatery and Wine Bar
Taita Cricket is pleased to advise that Chapelli's is our new Bar partner. If you want to experience an authentic pizza straight from our Pizza Oven, select from our great lunch or dinner menus, or just come in and share a beer with a friend. Visit Steve at Chapelli's
http://www.chapellis.co.nz/
Maidstone Sports
Trevor has been a long term sponsor of Taita Cricket and is the sponsor of our junior program. If you need to purchase any sports gear, visit Trevor at The Mall,
Upper Hutt (04) 529 7342
https://www.facebook.com/maidstonesportspower
Kevin Dee Realty Ltd
For the largest range of vacant warehouses, factories and workshops, live-in warehouses, yard space and industrial land available in the greater Wellington region head to Kevin Dee Realty - Wellington Warehouses.
http://wellingtonwarehouses.co.nz/
KooGa
In 2012 Taita District Cricket Club (TDCC) joined forces with KooGa NZ to produce an exciting cricket team wear range for the 2012/13 season. KooGa NZ has developed well-constructed garments using innovative fabrics and designs for the modern player. KooGa's aim is to set a high standard for the cricket player producing team wear that is second to none. TDCC appreciates the enthusiasm and time given by Jake, Rhys, Lizzie and the team at KooGa NZ in producing high quality designs Taita District Cricket Club can be proud to wear.
http://kooga.co.nz/
Petone Physio
We are passionate about cricket and in this competitive environment will strive to help athletes to stay on top of their game. We would work primarily with the 1st team, but would be happy to see other club members if time allowed. Our role would include liaising with coaches, management and players to ensure that they received appropriate advice and management to help prevent and rehabilitate injuries. Players and management would benefit from receiving timely assessment and treatment, and advice on rehab timelines. Early intervention for injuries ensures less time out of the game.
https://www.facebook.com/petonephysio/?fref=ts
Results
Here are the scorecards from the weekend.
Wins to the Premier Reserve, Kamos and Squashies (by default)
Grade 3 had a BYE
Premier
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/309033/1st_innings
Premier Reserve
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/309038/1st_innings
Fireblades (40 overs)
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310220/1st_innings
T20 Kamos
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310223/1st_innings
T20 Legends
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310221/1st_innings
Women's T20
https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310214/1st_innings
Wins to the Premier Reserve, Kamos and Squashies (by default)
This weeks draw will be posted soon....
GREAT TOIL DAVE
October Newsletter
Message from the new President
Welcome to the 2015/16 cricket season at Taita Cricket, I feel very honoured to be given the opportunity to be President of our great club at the AGM held in September. I have been around the club scene at Taita for a number of years now undertaking various roles and I am really looking forward to taking on this prestigious position within the club.
I have big shoes to full, taking over from Jakey who did an outstanding job, who along with Goz who is stepping down as Chairman provided great leadership for the club. It is also with great pleasure that the club welcomes Dave Little a "A Taita Legend" to the role as Chairman after a number of years coaching the Premier team.
I would like to welcome players new and returning for the upcoming season. We had some great successes last year winning the Cricket Wellington T20 Final and beaten finalist in the Pearce Cup and I am sure under the leadership of Mark and with Sriram taking on the coaching role we can go one better this season.
Whether you are a serious or social player, I am sure you will have a great season on and off the field, enjoy, give your best and respect the game and the club.
My aim this year is to grow the non-playing support base and increasing the number of Taitanium members by creating a vibrant environment at the club where all supporters are down at the club for a couple of hours most Saturdays supporting the Premier team.
Dave Gillespie
1 on 1 Cricket Coaching available
Our coaching Coordinator Sriram is running coaching sessions, these spots are filling up fast, so don't miss out!
Contact Sri directly to book your session (poster with information attached)
Non- Playing subscriptions
Taitanium membership $80 - which provides free entry into the Taitanium lunch or Non Playing membership $35
Payment can be made at the Bar or via the club bank account of 03 0531 0318974 00
Presidents shout - The President will shout 4 beers to the first 4 persons to pay their Taitanium membership at this Saturday's home Premier game vs Karori or next week's home game vs Victoria University
EVENTS
We will be hosting one formal past player's day before Xmas and one in the New Year in addition to the Taitanium club lunch in February.
The first past player's day will be held on Saturday the 21st of November when our premier team takes on Upper Hutt on Fraser Park 1.
HOME GAMES FOR THE PREMIER TEAM
17 October-Taita vs Karori, Fraser 7A
24 October-Taita vs Victoria University, Fraser 7A
31 October-Taita vs Wellington Collegians, Fraser 7A
7 November-Taita vs Petone- Eastbourne, Fraser 1
21 November-Taita vs Upper Hutt, Fraser 1
COMMITTEE 2015/16
Chairman- David Little
President- Dave Gillespie
Secretary- Anna-Maria Fradelakis
Premier Coach/ One Club Coordinator- Sriram Krishnamurthy
Cricket Manager- Shaun Gillespie (assisted by Darren Dingle)
Facilities Manager- Gary Gosper
Treasurer- Gary Gosper
Bar Manager- Anna-Maria Fradelakis
PLAYER SUBSCRIPTIONS
Premier/ Premier Reserve
$260 Full Sub
$220 Student
Grade Three
$220 Full Sub
$180 Student
If subs are paid in full by the 31st of October 10% discount on Subs apply.
All subs paid in full or 50% paid and an instalment arrangement agreed to by the Cricket Manager by 12 December or penalties will apply.
T20 Men
$1100
T20 Women
$800
One Day Men
$1300
Payment can be made at the Bar or via the club bank account of 03 0531 0318974 00
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNTIES
The club is seeking your urgent assistance to find employment for Nick O'Sullivan a member of our Premier Squad. Nick, who arrived down from Hamilton late last season is looking for full time employment in the central Wellington area. His current job has him starting at 3am and finishing at 9am, not great when Nick is playing a key role in our Premier team on Saturdays.
If you are able to assist or know someone that can please contact Dave Gillespie on 0212644404 or Taitacricket@gmail.com if you have or know of someone that can find them employment opportunities. I will be able to provide you his CV
CLUB CLOTHING
We have put the first order of after match shirts and Hoodies in with Kooga, we still have 8 hoodies and aftermath shirts available to purchase, first in first serve
- Hoodies - $70
- After match shirts - $50
- Caps - $15
- White Floppy hats -$15
Please see Anna-Maria at the bar if you wish to purchase club clothing or email taitacricket@gmail.com
COMMUNICATION
You can follow the Premier team via CricHQ and keep up to date with what is happening via our Facebook page and here on the website, where we will announce the teams and where they are playing on Fridays.We will be issuing the club newsletter monthly. For those members that are not on Facebook we will email you the draw and premier team on Fridays.
September Newsletter
The season is fast approaching, the Premier squad has now been training for two weeks and they head off to Napier on the 25th- 27th of September to play a preseason tournament before taking on Easts in a preseason game on the 10th of October.
The first round of the Ewan Chatfield Trophy has our Premiers at home against Petone- Eastbourne on the 17th October. This a great chance to get down to Fraser Park, and support Mark and the team.
You may have also seen in the paper that the Station Village, our premier bar partner closed down last week. Graham and the team have been huge supporters of our club and it is very disappointing for them that they have had to close down.
Graham, all the best and I hope to see you at the club during the summer.
AGM
I would like to invite you all to the clubs AGM on September 27th, at our clubrooms at 2pm. The committee would like to see as many of you there as possible.
Employment Opportunities
The club is seeking your urgent assistance to find employment for two members of our Premier Squad.
Nik Swain
Nik arrives back in Wellington at the conclusion of his Varsity term on the 8th of November, he is looking for any kind of work but office work would be preferable.
He is available over the summer months that could potentially lead into work up until either February or July dependent on whether or not he is able to be employed up until July before he returns to finish his studies in Dunedin.
Nick O'Sullivan
Nick, who arrived down from Hamilton late last season is taking up a Building Apprentice role in January 2016. In the meantime his current employer will require Nick to work on Saturdays till December.
To enable Nick to play for Taita we are seeking your assistance to find him employment. Nick is happy to take on any full time role from October till mid-December
Both these young men are key members of our Premier squad and it is important that we collectively try to obtain employment so they can achieve their potential on the playing field.
Please contact Dave Gillespie on 0212644404 or Taitacricket@gmail.com if you have or know of someone that can find them employment opportunities. I will be able to provide you with their respective CV's
Club Clothing
We have had Kooga design a new after match shirt for Taita members, shown below, the cost is $50.
We are also selling,
- Hoodies for $70
- Caps for $15
- White floppy hats for $15
Please note for the hoodies and the after match shirts we have to order a minimum of 10 from Kooga, If you are interested in either or both pieces of clothing please email taitacricket@gmail.com with the type of clothing you wish to purchase and your size.
The caps and floppies will be available at the club from the 17th of October.Holiday Program
Sriram is running a holiday program on the 1,2,8th and 9th of October at the Avalon Rugby club, there are two sessions per day 9am to 12 noon and 1pm to 4pm. The cost is $15 per session or $40 for four sessions. If you know of youngsters who are interested please register at taitacricket@gmail.com with name, address, cell phone number.100 Games for Taita
Last season Taita presented traditional caps to all premier players who have played
100 games.Unfortunately Jack Swaysland was unable attend the event. In the weekend Ray Stott, Dave Gillespie, Barry Clarke, Mark Jacobson and Ivan Swaysland went to the Wesleyhaven Village to present Jack with his cap.
Jack had 202 innings scoring 4087 runs at 25.4. With a top score of 212, which is still a club record. Congratulations Jack!
Pre Season Training
Pre season starts Monday 7th September at the Wellington School of Cricket (Westpac Stadium) 6:30pm till 8pm. These trainings will run Mondays and Wednesdays until the 14th of October.
All seniors are also welcome to attend the Colts trainings on Sundays at TMP indoor Centre 10am to 12 noon, starting September 6th.
Welcome to the 2015/16 Season
Firstly I would like to invite you all to the clubs AGM on September 27th, at our clubrooms at 2pm. The committee would like to see as many of you there as possible.
I would also like to welcome our new Premier coach and Coaching Co-ordinator for the next two seasons. Sriram Krishnamurthy joins us with vast coaching experience and he looks forward to meeting you all.
Our premier team will for the first time in many seasons attend a pre-season tournament in the Hawkes Bay, against 16 other teams (including 4 Wellington teams) over the weekend of 25th, 26th and 27th September.
Pre-season starts Monday 7th September at the Wellington School of Cricket (Westpac Stadium) 6:30pm till 8pm. These trainings will run Mondays and Wednesdays until the 14th of October.
If you know anyone that is interested in playing cricket for Taita this season (at any level) please contact Shaun Gillespie on 027 425 8172 or shaun_gillespie@westpac.co.nz
Our Junior Registration Day is Saturday 19th September at our clubrooms from 10am-12pm, please can you circulate the attached flyer.
Also attached is some club merchandise for sale (an after match polo and a hoodie) Please get in touch with us if you would like to purchase either of these.
Look forward to catching up with all of you over the next couple of months.
Sponsors/Partners
Taita Cricket would like to thank all our sponsors and we would like to thank you all for your support you have given the club over the season
It is up to us all to support these sponsors and partners as they all play a critical role in our on-going success.
Petone Radiators
Petone Radiators is Taita Cricket's Principle Sponsor. When it comes to radiator repair, and the health of your car's heating and cooling systems, give Petone Radiators (2008) Ltd a call. Al can fix or replace your radiator, and take care of your air conditioning and heating. (04) 568 6857
http://petoneradiators.co.nz
The Station Village
Fancy a beer on a warm Sunday afternoon, or any afternoon/evening for that matter. Visit Graham at the Station Village or Whistle Stop, they have a TAB. State you're from Taita Cricket and you might get a small discount off your beer
https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Parrot-and-Jigger-Bar/162463397140937
Maidstone Sports
Trevor has been a long term sponsor of Taita Cricket and is the sponsor of our junior program. If you need to purchase any sports gear, visit Trevor at 2 Geange Street,
Upper Hutt (04) 529 7342
https://www.facebook.com/maidstonesportspower
Kevin Dee Realty Ltd
For the largest range of vacant warehouses, factories and workshops, live-in warehouses, yard space and industrial land available in the greater Wellington region head to Kevin Dee Realty - Wellington Warehouses.
http://wellingtonwarehouses.co.nz/
KooGa
In 2012 Taita District Cricket Club (TDCC) joined forces with KooGa NZ to produce an exciting cricket team wear range for the 2012/13 season. KooGa NZ has developed well-constructed garments using innovative fabrics and designs for the modern player. KooGa's aim is to set a high standard for the cricket player producing team wear that is second to none. TDCC appreciates the enthusiasm and time given by the team at KooGa NZ in producing high quality designs Taita District Cricket Club can be proud to wear.
http://kooga.co.nz/
Action Teamphysio
Action Teamphysio are situated in central Lower Hutt and have a full on site rehabilitation Gym, Personal Trainer, massage therapist and awesome Physiotherapists. They aim to help you recover quickly and efficiently as well as teaching you a few things about your rehab along the way. Taita Cricket Club is proud to announce we have affiliated our club with Action Teamphysio and in doing so can offer club members $10.00 co-payments for all ACC approved injuries. This is for the duration of the 2014/15 cricket season so make the most of this great opportunity and support the club by taking all your injuries to Action Teamphysio.
Contact Details are:
Level 1 Mackay House 92 Queens Drive,
Lower Hutt 6022
04 939 3300
Shaun Gillespie
Taita District Cricket Club
Club Manager
Mobile: 027 425 8172
Fraser Park, Taita
www.taitacricket.co.nz
Some lol's to get you through winter
So Taita now has a twitter feed, which basically means this is the only time it will be updated and never spoken of again. Enjoy some good cricket tweets from a few witty accounts.
Welcome Sriram
You will have seen our advert for a Premier Coach and the Coaching Coordinator role for 2015/16 last month.
This advert was as a result of a couple of changes with Taylor Wenlock stepping down from the role of Junior Coaching Coordinator to spend time developing his cricket. After a number of very successful seasons as coach, Dave Little will be shifting to different key role within the committee.
Huge thanks to Taylor, Dave and Gary for their outstanding achievements.
The committee is very pleased to announce that Sriram Krishnamurthy has been appointed to this role starting in early September 2015.
Welcome to Taita District Cricket Club Sriram
Sriram who is 29 is an outstanding coach with an Australian advanced level two coaching qualification.
Sriram's coaching resume
Coaching consultant - Lancashire County Cricket Club
Coach, Cricket Victoria - Indigenous Squad
Head of Middle School Cricket - Geelong Grammar School
Head Coach roles with Adelaide Cricket Club, Murgheboluc Cricket Club and Leopold Cricket Club in Australia and Swinton Moorside Cricket Club in UK.
He has also been involved in a private capacity with Melbourne Renegades (Big Bash League) and Derbyshire County Cricket Club.
Sriram has also a distinguished playing record as a middle order batsman, right arm spinner
Sriram's duties
Sriram will be our Premier Coach and lead the one club coaching program that will include our juniors, primary and intermediate school engagements and assisting our partner secondary schools in HIBS, St Pats, Taita and Naenae. He will also run the colts coaching program.
****We need your help****
Sriram will arrive in New Zealand from India in early September; we are seeking a family to board Sriram during this time.
Dave Gillespie, Dave Little, and Mark Houghton have all spoken to Sriram via Skype and can all vouch that he is an outstanding young man.
If you are able to host Sriram or need more information please contact Dave Gillespie on 0212644404 or taitacricket@gmail.com
We would like you all to join with the Committee and welcome Sriram into our club