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2009 - 2010 Season

Woodcock's Church CC team makes Lancashire League T20 Final

Luke Woodcock's English club side Church Oswaldtwistle CC met Ramsbottom Cricket Club in the T20 final of the Lancashire League on Friday 9 July.  The Ramsbottom side is captained by John Fielding who spent two years as an overseas player with the Johnsonville Club.  While in Johnsonville Fielding was in charge of coaching a number of juniors one of whom was Luke Woodcock.  Church CC batted first and struggled to 97/8 (Woodcock run out for 7).  Ramsbottom scored 100/4 in 18.1 overs which included an unbeated 64 from John Fielding. Woodcock had bowling figures of 4 overs 1/21.

Harry Spencer turns 100

Harry Spencer, the JCC's oldest living member turned 100 on 2 May 2010.  Harry, who was born in Australia, moved to NZ in 1934 and to Johnsonville in 1949.  He played for the Johnsonville Cricket Club during the 1950s.  While playing in a 3rd grade side he had the rare honour of taking a hat trick and then scoring a century on the same day.  He also captained the 5th grade side which won the championship in 1957/58.  In the 1953/54 season Harry took 79 wickets at an average of 8.7.  Harry also took an interest in the club after he retired from playing and during the 1980s he was the Club's Senior Vice President.  Harry celebrated his birthday with family and friends on 2 May at the Skyline.

Wellington Cricket Awards

A number of JCC members were recognised at the Wellington Cricket Norwood Awards on 14 April 2010. 

Luke Woodcock was named the Wellington Cricketer of the Year.  Luke also received the award for the outstanding Batsman and outstanding Fielder of the Year.  Luke has had a successful season for Wellington scoring 988 runs - the record for the number of runs in a first class season for Wellington.

Barry Rhodes received the award for the Hazlett Trophy Cricketer of the Year scoring 541 runs and taking 35 wickets.

Megan Wakefield received the award for the Wellington Women's Club Cricketer of the year.  Michelle Bunkall was fourth placed in this category. 

Rick Mudgway deservedly received the Mike Curtis trophy for the Club Volunteer of the Year.

While no JCC teams won their grade there were a number of top three placings for the season. 

Prizegiving 27 March 2010

The Clubrooms was packed for the 2009-2010 prizegiving on Saturday 27 March.  

Sian Ruck was named JCC "Cricketer of the Year" for her achievements in the 2009-2010 season.  Sian was a member of the White Ferns squad who played Australia in the Rose Bowl series over February/March.  She has also been selected in the White Ferns to compete in the Twenty20 World Cup in the West Indies. Sian was also a member of the Blaze side who were 2nd in the National Women's one day competition.

Mark Pulley was the Senior Men's Player of the Year.  Barry Rhodes received the Bryan Malin trophy for the most runs and Sam Outtrim the Robert Turner Trophy for the most wickets in Senior Men's grade. Scott Mudgway received the Alan Malin Trophy for the most catches in all grades.

Megan Wakefield  was the Best Batsman and Michelle Bunkall the Best Bowler in Senior Women's Grade.

Vanessa Larsen received the trophy for the Most Outstanding Player Under 20 years.

Jono Cox received the trophy for the Most Dedicated "Club Member". 

Click HERE for a full list of prizewinners.  Check out the Gallery for photos of the prizewinners and prizegiving.

Past Players Day

A very successful Past Player's Day was held on Saturday 20 February at the Clubrooms.  Past players travelled from Australia and various New Zealand locations to catch up with old mates and reminisce.  Past players can be seen here watching the action between Johnsonville and Upper Hutt in the Hazlett Trophy.

Club Milestones

Luke Woodcock played his 100th game for Johnsonville against Karori on 20 January 2010.  Luke started his club career with Johnsonville in 1999 after leaving Newlands College.  Luke's contribution to the club over this time has been impressive.  He has scored 4,350 runs at an average of 44.3 and this includes 8 centuries and 23 fifties.  He has taken 231 wickets at an average of 14.2. 

There was a new Club record for the 8th wicket partnership set by Scott Mudgway and Sam Outtrim of 125 runs off 143 balls in Johnsonville's 1st innings against Karori on 20 January 2010.

Gareth Powell has taken 150 wickets for the Club and Ryan Isaac 50.  Mark Pulley (76) and Chris Leach (78) have both achieved personal bests with the bat. 

Sponsorship

The So Bar and Cafe in Johnsonville has provided support for the Club this season.  They have provided vouchers for the team of the week.  So get along to So Bar and Cafe and support our sponsor. 

JCC Flag

It is good to see the JCC flag flying at the ground on Saturdays.  Many thanks to all those involved in erecting the flag pole and organising the flag.  It looks great. 

Bryan Malin Trophy

Unfortunately the Johnsonville Club was unable to continue its winning run against Horowhenua Kapiti for the Bryan Malin Trophy on Sunday 1 November at Alex Moore Park.  Horowhenua Kapiti batted first and made 189/7.  The wickets were well spread amongst the Johnsonville bowlers;  Isaac 2/50, Outtrim 2/27, Woodcock 2/15 and Eathorne 1/29.  Unfortunately only Luke Woodcock provided any resistance with the bat for Johnsonville with 54 n.o. in a total of 161.  R Taylor was the best of the Horowehnua Kapiti bowlers with 5/36.  Evan Watkin who had umpired with Bryan Malin officiated at the match and afterwards recounted stories of his umpiring days with Malin.

Alex Moore Park Sport and Community Incorporated

After many months of hard work Alex Moore Park Sport and Community Incorporated has been established.   The five founding members are Johnsonville Cricket Club Inc, Johnsonville Softball Club Inc, North Wellington Junior Football Club Inc, North Wellington Football Club Inc and Olympic Harrier Club Inc.  The aim is to arrange and manage the redevlopment of sporting, recreational, family and community facilities on or around Alex Moore Park.  Click HERE to view the first of the monthly newsletters.

Click HERE to go to up to date information.

Appointment of overseas player

JCC has appointed Barry Rhodes as their overseas player for the 2009-2010 season.  Barry is aged 22 and has been selected in South African U17 and U19 squads in the past.  He has been playing and coaching in Essex during the English summer where he has had a successful season.  He is a Level 2 coach and has 3 years experience coaching juniors and secondary school teams in both South Africa and England.  In addition to playing for the Senior 1 mens team Barry will also have a coaching role in both the Senior and Junior Clubs.  He will coach the Senior Womens' side, assist with the Senior Mens' side, provide coaching at Newlands College, assist junior coaches and be available for individual coaching by appointment.  If you wish to contact Barry to arrange individual coaching contact him now at:

  • Email:     barhodes@gmail.com
  • Phone:   478 2814 (home)    021 02581353 (mobile)

 

AGM

The AGM was held on 17 September 2009 and a new committee elected. 

Click HERE to view the 2008/2009 annual report.

ICC Centenary Medals -

Cheryl Styles and Earle Cooper, JCC members, were presented with ICC Centenary Medals in March 2009.  These were presented to volunteers who have demonstrated exceptional commitment to the game and it is good to see two of our members honoured as there was only 50 medals presented in NZ.

 


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