Players from the St Albans Cricket Club will hit the pitch in pink next month as part of the McGrath Foundation’s national fundraising initiative.
Sporting rosy gear – with the support of similarly dressed community members in the stands – opponents from the Keilor Cricket Club will join players from St Albans on February 1 to mark their annual Pink Stumps Day.
The friendly cricket match is being organised to raise awareness and funds for those impacted by cancer.
Through donations collected each year, the McGrath Foundation is able to provide free clinical, psychosocial and emotional support to patients.
According to St Albans Cricket Club junior co-ordinator Stacey Pittaway, the charitable event has become synonymous with the sport.
“In cricket circles, Pink Stump Day is quite significant,” she said.
“Every year everyone comes together with one single goal – to purely raise money for a great cause.”
Ms Stacey said the initiative, which has become a yearly tradition for the club, brings people together for a “heartwarming” day.
“It’s something that gets bigger and better every year,” she said.
“We couldn’t do it without the support of our community and I do encourage everyone to attend the match.
“Last year we were able to raise $5000 and this time our goal is $7000 — so come along and be part of a warm, beautiful event.”
The match will begin at 1 pm on Saturday, February 1 at the St Albans Cricket Club.
To buy tickets, or to donate: www.pinkisthecolour.com.au/fundraisers/StAlbansCricketClub/pink-stumps-day24
