By Chris Anderson
After a long preseason, the Mt Evelyn Cricket Club were geared up for on field action this weekend to kick off the 2024/25 season. After a bright start, rain curtailed play to abandon all Senior games leaving unfinished business.
A massive amount of work has been done behind the scenes over the winter months in what shapes as a huge season for the club. Both the Junior and Senior clubs have seen a rapid growth in playing numbers looking to experience the action in some of the best facilities local cricket has to offer.
The club’s 1st XI enters the season keen to atone for the hasty exit from last season’s finals campaign with the great depth at the club meaning competition for positions is hotly contested. The club grew from four to five teams last season and this looks set to continue with a sixth team beckoning. If you’re interested in a game, head to the club’s Facebook page.
On the Junior front, the club now fields teams in all age groups. The U14 team, and combined U16 team starting their campaigns with a round one victory. All junior teams will be on the park this coming weekend. With teams catering for eight year olds through to 16 year olds, there is ample opportunities for new players. If you have a child interested in a game, head to the club’s Facebook page.
