The Bendigo Community Bank of Lang Lang is backing the West Gippsland Cricket Association (WGCA) All Stars Girls cricket, and together they’re calling on clubs right across the region to get involved.
All West Gippsland clubs have been urged to embrace the development and encourage their female supporters to don the gear to play cricket.
The competition is approaching its third season and girls cricket organisers are hoping many more clubs are able to field a team.
Last season six teams enjoyed the thrill of whacking a six or rattling the stumps. There were often many cheers of delight as the girls hit the mark.
“The WGCA has been fortunate to capture the support of the Lang Lang Community Bendigo Bank as its chief sponsor,” said WGCA president Bob Taylor.
“We will be able to expand numbers and support volunteers in their efforts to assist the girls to thrive on the social connection that arises out of cricket.
“The benefits of this latest recreation development are many.
“So far we have seen Upper Beaconsfield, Beaconsfield, Kooweerup, Officer, Nyora and Carlisle Park revelling in the atmosphere of girls cricket on a Monday night. However there are 19 clubs in the WGCA so its time our remaining clubs accepted the challenge and joined the blossoming trend of providing another outlet for female sport.
“We are prepared to assist any club that accepts this test. The WGCA has applied for, and has been successful in receiving, grants for growing girls cricket. With the help of Cricket Victoria we have purchased equipment and paid for assistance for volunteers so that it is easier to field the teams.”
The girls season will commence again in November after a season launch and some skills sessions aimed at helping girls become accustomed to honing the traditional skills of batting and bowling in cricket. Anyone interested in joining up can contact their local club, or call WGCA girls cricket coordinator Shona Lynch on 0499 558 355.
