Junior members of the Caroline Springs Cricket Club met some senior stars of the game last week.
Cameron White, Jon Holland and Scott Boland, who have all played for Australia, put on a skills clinic for the club’s under-11 boys and under-15 girls, as well as handing over new equipment.
Holland, Victoria’s No.1 spin bowler, said it was great to meet the local youngsters and teach them some new skills.
“It’s great being able to share the skills I’ve learned over my career with eager young kids,” Holland said. “We took the kids through a few different skills and drills. It’s always interesting to see some of the young talent that exists at a grass roots level.
“Getting back to help out at junior cricket is something I’ve always really liked doing … while I’ve been injured, it’s something that I’ve really enjoyed getting out and doing.”
After the clinic, the trio presented the club with Masuri helmets fitted with StemGuard protection, valued at $13,000, which came courtesy of the McDonald’s grass roots sports initiative.
Caroline Springs Cricket Club member Geoff Gray said the donation would help the club attract future players.
“Helmets are one of the most expensive
items of equipment a cricketer has to buy,” he said.
“So to be able to give parents one really makes us an attractive option.
“What’s more, the helmets are incredibly modern, so being able to provide something with StemGuard protection alleviates safety concerns.
“We couldn’t be more appreciative and we thank everyone who made this possible.”
