Broadbeach Robina Fifth Grade Season 06/07


The 5th grade boys will be back on deck again this summer and keen to improve our results from last season as well as increase involvement at club level. The team was comprised of players all from the same workplace and our involvement at the club originated from a desire to take our team from social indoor players to the outdoor arena and we are appreciative of the Broadbeach-Cats Cricket Club for providing us that opportunity.

Whilst it would be fair to say we have an average season last time around from a results perspective, it was certainly evident that the team became more competitive with each game and held less and less trepidation of the opposition as the season progressed. It was also worth noting that only 3 of the guys in the team had played any form of outdoor cricket previously and each game provided valuable learning's, lessons and experiences that proved valuable in later games. Enjoyment was never an issue and although we did not generate the wins on the scoreboard we certainly made sure that we played in the right spirit, had a solid team ethos and tried to ensure involvement of everyone where possible.

The gradual improvements resulted in the team being more competitive, particularly after the Christmas break, and if the five key points below are addressed we can certainly win more games this season and our simple goal for the season is to do just that:
• Commitment is essential and your team mates rely on your availability – makes it hard to win games when you only have 8 players on a Saturday when we had 11 confirmed on a Friday!!

• We must utilise the full quota of overs when batting – set up your innings based on the flow of the game and establish your
innings.

• Value your wicket and take pride in your contribution to the team – make the opposition get you out and give away no free wickets.

• Support your team mates unconditionally based on the circumstances in the game – it may be to provide a solid partner when someone is batting well, support from the sidelines for your team mates in the middle, using your voice to offer encouragement and support to your team mates in the field or by getting a little dirty from time to time.
 
• Be in the moment and be ready to make the big play, take the great catch or dominate a bowling attack as every little effort adds up to make a great one and this game is about teamwork. Be the person who makes that 1%er and turns a game.

This year we enter the season high in confidence, with a few extra players and a year of experience together as a team and look forward to once again representing the Broadbeach Cats on the field and hopefully enjoy a little more success than last year, all the while playing the game in the right spirit and with enjoyment.

 Cheers, Dan Mead