Dear Roadies,

Just a quick note to let you all know that the Season Launch Night has been moved. We hope this hasn’t inconvenienced anyone, and look forward to seeing you on the new date of Friday 8th of October. Further event details will be supplied soon. Watch this space!

Pre-Season Training Starts August 28

It’s that time of year you’ve been eagerly awaiting… SUMMER (almost)! And with it, cricket season rolls around again. Pre-Season officially starts on Saturday Aug 28 and Sunday Aug 29, 10am-12pm at the ‘Cage’: Cnr of Raglan Ave and Robert St.

COVID is still in effect, so be sure to keep safe. At all training sessions, make sure you:

• Observe COVID-Safe procedures and follow SACA’s Return to Play guidelines.
• Bring your own gear (bat, pad, gloves etc.)
• Bring your own water bottle.
• Sign in to training using our QR code, or fill out the contact tracing record.

Call for Captains

SRCC is now calling for nominations for captains of the coming season for 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th grade teams.

If you think you hvae what it takes to lead a South Road team in the spirit of our historic club please nominate via the club secretary Phil Easson at secretary@southroadcricket.org

Current, past and new players are all encouraged to apply!

Registration Day + Pre-Season Social Event, September 11

SRCC will be holding a Registration Day + Pre-Season Social Event on Saturday 11th September. Training will start from 10am-12pm, then the pre-season event: Handlebar cafe tour around pubs in the Adelaide CBD from 2pm, finishing with dinner at the Adelaide Casino. Please email Phil at secretary@southroadcricket.org to confirm your seat for the Handlebar Cafe and/or dinner later.

Season Launch Night, October 8th

A new cricket season has almost arrived Roadies, and we’re going to kick it off with a bang on Friday 8th October (further details to come)!

Its a night for all Roadies, past and present, and will include the announcement of SRCC team captains and A Grade team shirts presentation sponsored by ATOM.

Make sure you get to this first event of the season and catch up with your fellow Roadies over a few frothies. We look forward to seeing you there.

First Ball of the Season, October 9

Our first match for ASCA Season 2021-22 will start on Saturday 9 October.

South Road Cricket Club who are a long standing and proud club of the Adelaide and Suburban Cricket Association are looking to engage a community minded Cricket Coach to be part of our team to inspire and motivate people to play cricket in the Edwardstown area. The role will be required to deliver fun, engaging and active sessions to a wide variety of skill sets from juniors through to female participants.

We believe 2021/22 season will be full of opportunity and engagement with our existing playing group as well as the new players attracted to our inclusive and community club. With our Section 3 side falling at the last step, after reaching the grand final in 2020/21, we are looking for someone to engage with this playing group and assist them in achieving a title, while developing the skill sets of those in the lower grades creating competition throughout our playing group for spots in the top grade.

SRCC want to increase the number and the diversity of the playing group, so a goal orientated and personable coach to all is required to conduct training sessions to suit individual and specific needs ensuring a high level of enjoyment whilst striving for our end on field objectives.

We are seeking a qualified cricket coach, player coach also welcomed, who will bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a willingness to learn and develop with our playing group. The successful candidate, will report directly to the executive committee, and will form an integral part of a friendly, professional and supportive team that have a ‘can do’ attitude towards our goals.

Pre-requisites for this role will be the abilities of:

• A glass ¾ full personality
• Set clear and monitoring objectives from training sessions to season outcomes
• Ability to set skills drills required for different ability levels
• Being a social part of our community club
• Providing input into team selections

If you feel you have these attributes you are encouraged to apply to secretary@southroadcricket.org All applications will be treated as confidential and remuneration will be discussed with the suitable applicants at interview stage.

South Road Cricket Club will hold its annual AGM and Presentation Night on the 7th of May at the Edwardstown Oval Club.

The night will commence at 6:30pm with the junior presentations. The club would love to see as many senior players, members, friends and family in attendance, supporting the future cricketers of our club.

Following the junior’s presentation we will hold our annual general meeting which everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend. At the conclusion of the meeting the senior presentation night will be held.

The bar will be open for the night and meals can be purchased at the bistro.

Come and join us for the last event of the season and recognise our player’s accomplishments for the 2020/21 season with a few laughs thrown in for good measure. Hope to see you all there.

South Road Cricket Club who are a long standing and proud club of the Adelaide and Suburban Cricket Association are looking to engage a community minded Cricket Coach to be part of our team to inspire and motivate people to play cricket in the Edwardstown area. The role will be required to deliver fun, engaging and active sessions to a wide variety of skill sets from juniors through to female participants.

We believe 2021/22 season will be full of opportunity and engagement with our existing playing group as well as the new players attracted to our inclusive and community club. With our Section 3 side falling at the last step, after reaching the grand final in 2020/21, we are looking for someone to engage with this playing group and assist them in achieving a title, while developing the skill sets of those in the lower grades creating competition throughout our playing group for spots in the top grade.

SRCC want to increase the number and the diversity of the playing group, so a goal orientated and personable coach to all is required to conduct training sessions to suit individual and specific needs ensuring a high level of enjoyment whilst striving for our end on field objectives.

We are seeking a qualified cricket coach, player coach also welcomed, who will bring enthusiasm, fresh ideas and a willingness to learn and develop with our playing group. The successful candidate, will report directly to the executive committee, and will form an integral part of a friendly, professional and supportive team that have a ‘can do’ attitude towards our goals.

Pre-requisites for this role will be the abilities of:

• A glass ¾ full personality
• Set clear and monitoring objectives from training sessions to season outcomes
• Ability to set skills drills required for different ability levels
• Being a social part of our community club
• Providing input into team selections

If you feel you have these attributes you are encouraged to apply to secretary@southroadcricket.org  All applications will be treated as confidential and remuneration will be discussed with the suitable applicants at interview stage.

Bring your friends or team up with your fellow Roadies and Old Boys to reach for glory on the bowling green, with a few frothies and tall tales on the side. You can nominate yourself or a team of 4 for the day.

When: Sunday the 28th of February, 9:35am for a 10:00am start. Please make sure you’re on time so we can sort out final teams and get going quickly.
Where: Edwardstown Club bowling greens
Entry: $10 per person includes BBQ on the day.

The bowls bar will be open downstairs for those who work up a thirst while competing for prizes and the winner’s plaque. Raffles will also be held during the event.

Please let us know if you’re coming by clicking the button below and filling out the form:

Dear Roadies,
You’re all invited to a night of high stakes thoroughbred racing at its finest!

Saturday 20th February, 7pm
Upstairs at the clubrooms, Edwardstown Oval
Dress code: Not so Formal
Entry: $10 on the night

16 Mice available for purchase at auction. Knockout heats throughout the night, culminating in a winner takes all Grand Final. Form guides will be available on the night.

Prizes
$800 Grand Prize for the Mouse Cup, Winner takes all!

$150 in prizes up for grabs in the “Fashion of the Fields” competition. In order to take part in the competition, punters will need to wear one item of formal clothing impressive enough to catch the judge’s eyes and beat off their competitors.

The 2021 Mouse Cup is sponsored by Adelaide Cricket Club. Thanks to our local district cricket club for their support.

A message from the Pres, update on Women’s Cricket and the Junior Blasters, and a Life Member in the Spotlight.

Roadies Christmas Show
Saturday 19th December, 7pm
Upstairs at the clubrooms, Edwardstown Oval

Bring your partner, family and friends to the club to celebrate Christmas alongside your fellow Roadies. Dress up in the dodgiest Xmas t-shirt you can find (or that Xmas sweater grandma knitted that you have in the back of your closet).
$10 entry covers pizza dinner

Special guest appearance by Santa Claus.

The SRCC Xmas Raffle will be drawn on the night.
prizes: 1st – $700 Voucher (Phil Hoffman Travel), 2nd – $200 Travel Voucher, 3rd – $100 Travel Voucher)

$5 per ticket, or 3 tickets for $10

1st prize: $700 Travel Voucher (Phil Hoffman Travel)
2nd prize: $200 Travel Voucher
3rd prize: $100 Travel Voucher

Prizes will be drawn at the South Road Cricket Club Xmas Show, Edwardstown Club, on Saturday 19 December 2020. Winners will be notified via phone and email.

For more information and to purchase tickets visit SRCC XMAS RAFFLE