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    • CONGRATULATIONS JESSE TASHKOFF AND NICK GREENWOOD, JOINING LOGAN VAN BEEK WITH WELLINGTON FIREBIRED CONTRACTS
      • A great result for two of our premier players in the latest Wellington Firebirds contract announcement. Nick Greenwood has been rewarded with his first contract off the back of consistent performances for Jersey and Taita. Jesse Tashkoff, who has joined Taita from Hutt this season, also attains his first Firebird contract Fan favourite Logan van Beek was never in doubt for a renewal of his contract, recently being a standout performer in the current ICC Cricket World Cup qualifiers for Netherlands. Congratulations to both of the lads!

    • TAITA PREMIER COACH 2020/21
      • Taita Cricket Player/Coach 2020/21 Taita Cricket welcomes Deepak Joon to the club for the 2020/21 cricket season as our player coach. Deepak is an outstanding level three coach, he is currently the head coach of the Under-23 at Assam Cricket Association in India. In addition to his coaching credentials, Deepak is an outstanding batsman both at club and first-class level, he has played 19 first class games scoring 791 runs with an average of 25, with a top score of 113. Deepak will be an exciting addition to the Taita Premier team as player coach for the coming season. Deepak said “I am looking forward to play/coach at Taita Cricket, young bunch of players and talented cricketers.” On behalf of all Taita players and supporters, Welcome to Taita Deepak. Taita Cricket Player/Coach 2020/21 Taita Cricket welcomes Deepak Joon to the club for the 2020/21 cricket season as our player coach. Deepak is an outstanding level three coach, he is currently the head coach of the Under-23 at Assam Cricket Association in India. In addition to his coaching credentials, Deepak is an outstanding batsman both at club and first-class level, he has played 19 first class games scoring 791 runs with an average of 25, with a top score of 113. Deepak will be an exciting addition to the Taita Premier team as player coach for the coming season. Deepak said “I am looking forward to play/coach at Taita Cricket, young bunch of players and talented cricketers.” On behalf of all Taita players and supporters, Welcome to Taita Deepak. <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Award winners for the 2016/17 season
      • Team player of the year:   Women's Grade-Becca McHugh   Fireblades-Mahendra Sadaye   Yodhas-Leks Alagappan   Legends- Shay Thomson   Kamos- Henry Clayton   Third Grade-Matthew Heissenbuttel   Premier Reserve- Aaron Curtis/ Sam Bourne    Premier-Obus Pienaar   Peter Smith Trophy (Best Bowling Women's) Carlene Angus   GJ Robertson Trophy (Most Wickets all Lower Grade Cricket Men) Hayden Moore   TrophySchoferPhil (Best Batting Aggregate Women’s) Lisa Carter   BR Clarke Cup (Highest Batting Aggregate Lower Grade Cricket Men) Matthew Heissenbuttel   Don Hazlett Trophy (Best Fieldsman in Premier and Premier Reserve) Obus Pienaar   Ray Tyler Cup (Best Lower Grade Fielder) Jonny Hare   Practice Award Mark Houghton/ Matt McComb   Taita District Cricket Club (Club Captains Trophy) Hayden Moore   Stuart Briggs Cup (Most scores over 30 throughout the Season all Grades) Obus Pienaar/ Mitchell Scott   KJ Rowley Trophy (Most Wickets in Premier & Premier Reserve Grades) Liam Sullivan   Fawcett Plate (Best Bowling Average in All Grades) Hayden Moore Life Members Trophy (Highest Batting Aggregate in Premier & Premier Reserve Grades) Obus Pienaar   Vice Presidents Partnership Award (Open to all teams in the Club) Jason Doyle/ Tim Brown   Taita Cricket Club Cup (Best Individual Performance in Lower Grades Mens) Tom McHugh ( 6/11 and 49* and 29* vs Petone- Riverside- Grade 3)   Petone Radiators Cup (Best Individual Performance in Intercity Premier & Premier Reserve Grades) Rohith Yeluri 9/9 vs Upper Hutt   WE Schofer Trophy (Open to all teams – Points scored throughout the season) Obus Pienaar   McCurley Cup (Most Improved Woman's Cricketer - Points scored throughout the Season) Shayne Martin   CupGllespieDJ (Most Promising Young Cricketer in the Club) Mitchell Scott   Robin Randell Memorial Cup (Best Club Member – awarded for Services to the Club over the season) Johnny Hare   Doug Urry Memorial Trophy (Cricketer of the Year) Obus Pienaar  

    • CRICHQ T20 FINALS
      • Taita Premiers beat defending champions Petone  in the Finals. Score Card : https://www.crichq.com/#fixtures/556688/1st_innings     <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • 7th TAITANIUM LUNCH
      • On Saturday 4th of February Taita Cricket celebrated its 7th Taitanium Lunch. This event was used to recognise Mark Houghton, Taita Premier Captains 200th Premier game. Mark first played Premier for Taita in 2002/03 season. He has scored seven hundreds and is the highest run scorer in our History with over 5300 runs. We were very fortunate to have Mark Sorenson a Hutt Valley and NZ Softball legend as our key note speaker. A great day was held by all <a tabindex="0" role="button" class="previous" aria-label="Previous Slide" > <a tabindex="0" role="button" class="next" aria-label="Next Slide" >

    • PREMIER RESERVE ONE DAY CPAMPION
      • Big congratulations to the premier reserve side for winning their one-day final today. A hundred from Jason Doyle and 98 from Tim Brown getting the side over the line with three balls to spare chasing 253 #bloodred Scorecard  https://www.crichq.com/#matches/476853/2nd_innings

    • Taitanium lunch
      • On 4th of February we will be hosting the Taitanium lunch to celebrate Mark Houghton’s 200th Premier game for Taita. This is a first for our club and a significant milestone. To recognize this achievement we have asked Mark Sorenson to be the Guest Speaker. Entry is free to existing Taitanium members and $30 to all other attendees. This fee includes the lunch. As you will be aware, Mark Sorenson is a former New Zealand softball player. He captained the national side, the Black Sox from 1989 to 2001, and again in 2004, and led them to three successive ISF world championship wins, in 1996, 2000, and 2004. He retired in 2007. In 2010, Sorenson was inducted into the International Softball Congress Hall of Fame. He was inducted into the New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame at the 2016 Halberg Awards

    • Player Profile - Rohith Row Yeluri
      • Name: Rohith Yeluri Nickname (and why): Row, Darren Dingle gave me this name (Just because it’s easy to say Row than Rooheath)  Place of Birth: Khammam, a beautiful town in Telangana State (India) Taita Debut: 2015 for Premier Reserves Highest Honors: Premier Reserves Most Memorable Game: Game against Upper Hutt this season where I picked 9/9 (My best ever bowling figures) Favorite holiday destination: Queenstown Best advice you’ve received: Keep bowling those Out Swingers and don’t bowl slow deliveries. Almost everyone who fields behind the stumps gave me this advice. Favorite Movie: Rockstar (Bollywood) Favorite Musician: A R Rehaman & Ilayaraja Sporting hero: Glenn McGrath Favorite cricketer: Saurav Ganguly Non-Sporting hero: My Dad Best Taita memory: Obus scoring 140 on the same day I picked up 9 wickets Biggest pest at Taita: Diz Interesting fact about you: I was a top order batsman for most of my life and never batted below 6 before I started playing for Taita Premier Reserves (I bat at 9 or 10 here) <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Player Profile - Hamish Siddons Blomfield
      • Name: Hamish Blomfield Nickname: Mutcha, named after the great Jamie Siddons. The name 'Mutcha' is Australian bush slang for... Place of birth: Christchurch Taita debut: Under 17 game with CJ vs North City with Nippy and Bundy umpiring Highest honours: Otago Volts Most memorable game: T20 final vs Easts at the Basin Favourite Holiday destination: Any place with the golf clubs in tow Best piece of advice: Stay humble and keep your mana Favourite movie: Braveheart Favourite musician: Tom Jones Sporting hero: Jimmy the Shoe Favourite cricketer: Nathan Astle Non-sporting hero: Pete Tong Best taita memory: Witnessing 5HundyWatts do 100 shots of beer in 100 minutes Biggest pest at Taita: Dizzy Interesting fact about you: I play off a legit, clean-green 6 handicap <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Player Profile - Shaun Seen Gillespie
      • Name: Shaun Gillespie Nickname (and why): Nippy (James Boyle came up with it) Scene (unsure of this one) Place of Birth: Lower Hutt Taita Debut: 2004 (Thirds) Highest Honors: Captaining the seconds, after years of bowling 2-3 overs a game for them. Most Memorable Game: for the thirds last season where I got 62* (first ever 50 in any grade) Favorite holiday destination: Croatia Best advice you’ve received: “play straight”- Sam McGavin Favorite Movie: Happy Gilmore Favorite Musician: Bono Sporting hero: Edwin Van der sar Favorite cricketer: Rohith Yeluri Non-Sporting hero: Frank Bainimarama Best Taita memory: Sam McGavin’s 7-for against Wellington Collegians a couple of seasons ago Biggest pest at Taita: Marty Te Moananui Interesting fact about you: My religion is Greek Orthodox <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Player Profile - Jason Wolf Doyle
      • Name: Jason Doyle Nickname (and why): Wolf, Big Wolf (No idea - will have to ask CJ Tait) Place of Birth: Palmerston North Taita Debut: 2003 Highest Honors: Prems Most Memorable Game: Versus Karori and getting my off pole knocked over by Andy Mackay for his hattrick, on his way to 7-1.  Favorite holiday destination: Croatia Best advice you’ve received: "Don't go back to Dry" Favorite Movie: Aladdin Favorite Musician: P!nk or T-Swift Sporting hero: Konrad Hurrell Favorite cricketer: Roger Twose Non-Sporting hero: Matthew Pepper-Spray Best Taita memory: Being at the non-strikers when Gluggsy smoked it onto Naenae Road, and when Besty cleared the clubrooms from the old Number 1 Biggest pest at Taita: Diz Interesting fact about you: Lived in Kazakhstan for a year. Shockingly, it wasn’t as Borat suggested <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Player Profile - Nik Gillette Cup Swain
      • Name: Nik Swain Nickname (and why): Swaino, Swainy. Long story Place of Birth: Lower Hutt Taita Debut: 2011 for the 2s Highest Honors: Prov A Most Memorable Game: Beating Easts in the T20 final Favorite holiday destination: Waiterere Best advice you’ve received: "Back your skill set" - Matt Bell Favorite Movie: Goldfinger Favorite Band/Musician: Empire of the Sun Sporting hero: Bo Jackson Favorite cricketer: Matthew Heissenbuttel Non-Sporting hero: Dr Timothy Falcon Crack, spent $10,000 on the stock market in a finance class just to prove a point Best Taita memory: Sam McGavin dismissing Connor Turner Biggest pest at Taita: Henry Walsh Interesting fact about you: I once broke my jaw as a kid. Never stopped me from spinning a yarn though <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • Player Profile - Patrick Car-mel Smith
      • Name: Patrick Smtih Nickname (and why): Gluggsy – Glug Glug,  Place of Birth: Wellington Taita Debut: 5th form for Senior 3 Highest Honors: Taita Prems Most Memorable Game: When I hit a 6 at Naenae Favorite holiday destination: Anywhere there’s Sun Best advice you’ve received: “Just smash it for 6” – Andrew Sturt Favorite Movie: Tangiwai Favorite Musician: Dj The Flume – Mark Houghton showed me him Sporting hero: Kevin Garnett Favorite cricketer: Wiremu “Bill” Edwards Non-Sporting hero: Patrick Houghton Best Taita memory: Henry “S.Dot” Walsh antics at Rathkeale Biggest pest at Taita: Sam McGavin Interesting fact about you: When I was two I could name every All Black 1-15 at the time. <figure class=" sqs-block-image-figure intrinsic " >

    • T20 Final
      • Unfortunately it wasn't to be for the Premier side in the T20 knockout competition losing to Petone-Riverside in a super over. See the full write up here Phil Tunnicliffe Highlights - CricHQ T20 Knockout CupCricHQ tried a new and exciting venture last night! We video streamed the entire game of the CricHQ T20 Knockout Cup here in Wellington.Two Cricket Wellington premier club sides, Petone Eastbourne CC and Taita District played each other at the Basin Reserve Cricket Ground, Wellington, in the regional final. What was a low scoring but thrilling game including the likes of Jesse Ryder, resulted in a tie and a super over. Petone taking out the win eventually.Some special moments in the game included Taita player Phil Tunnicliffe securing the MVP for the game with a hat-trick and a runout which came with a $1000 prize. His first wicket none other than Jesse Ryder. Here are his highlights. Enjoy and let us know what you think!Full game highlights to come. Posted by CricHQ on Wednesday, 2 March 2016

    • Results
      • What a great day for Premier speedster Matt Kelly!! (unfortunately the result didn't go our way) Matt's figures were 8/81 and 3/23. (11/104 for the match) Great stuff! Also Russell Pepperell hit 70 in the second innings. The Reserves beat Onslow by 9 wickets. Here are both scorecards: https://www.crichq.com/#matches/350713/1st_innings https://www.crichq.com/#matches/354237/1st_innings

    • Congratulations!
      • Congratulations to Mark Houghton on becoming the second Taita Cricket premier player to achieve 5000 premier runs. Mark is quickly chasing down Steve Gellatly's club record of 5142 runs. Steve will be presenting Mark with his 5000 run plaque at the tea break on our final day of the season on Sunday the 20th of March. This is a huge achievement and the club is extremely proud of Marks on-going contribution to the club. The Fat Lady does sing On Wednesday night the Premiers traveled to Kilbirnie Park to take on Easts in the semi-final of the Cricket Wellington T20 competition. We won the toss and batted first, we managed to scrap together 134 runs thanks to Phil Tunnicliffe's 54 and Mark Houghton's 42.  This total looked totally insufficient when Easts were 80/1 after 8 overs and 106/2 after 15. Thanks so some great bowling and outstanding catching from Nick O'Sullivan (2) and Liam Sullivan we bowled Easts out for 128 in the 20th over. T20 Final We are returning to the Basin Reserve next Wednesday night to defend our T20 title against Petone- Eastbourne, who comprehensively bet Karori on Wednesdaynight. This will be a great final and the team would really appreciate a replication of the crowd that attended the final last year when we took down Easts. Petone will be no easy beats with the likes of Jesse Ryder opening the batting. So let's all get down to the Basin next Wednesday supporting Mark and the team retain the trophy. Game starts at 4:30pm Achievements - Mark Houghton 5000 premier runs - Grade 3 for making the one day final, unfortunately they lost to the Wellington Indians in the final. - Nik Swain for scoring his maiden premier 100 for Taita v Upper Hutt - Premier team with two outright victories are now placed second behind Karori in the Hazlett trophy - The Women's team continue to progress up the leader table with a close fought win against Petone- Riverside - The Legends and Titans tied in first place in the Hutt Valley T20 grade Post-Match Can we ask that all captains actively encourage their team and the opposition players to come back to the clubrooms for a drink or two after your game. We have great facilities including an outstanding kitchen offering a wide range of food. After our outstanding exploits on the field it is great to sit back have a beer or two and enjoy great banter between the teams.  If a team performs outstandingly and a significant number of players from your team and the opposition come back there may be a few drinks and nibbles come your way. This is your club please support it. Upcoming events 1. Club day After the success of the Taitanium function on day one of the Upper Hutt Game, we will be holding a follow up club day on the last playing day of the season.  This is day two of the Premier game vs the Wellington under 19 on Sunday the 20th of March We will be using this event to celebrate Mark Houghton's 5000 Taita Premier runs with Stephen Gellatly presenting Mark with a plaque to recognise this achievement It would be great if all past players can come down the club rooms on the 20th to support the team in the final day of the season and to recognise Marks achievements. 2. Prize giving This seasons prize giving will be held at the club rooms on Good Friday (25th March) from 6pm, the cost is $10 which includes finger food. You can make payment for this event over the bar Captains can you please confirm number of attendees and advise Shaun or email taitacricket@gmail.com Fraser Park Sportsville The LHC Communities Facilities Trust with the support of Fraser Park Sportsville are leading the fundraising efforts for Stage Two of the Fraser Park redevelopment. To ensure that we are connecting with the right people in our community we need your help. Please complete the survey by clicking on the link below. All completed surveys go in the draw to win a one year pass to Leisure Active. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/FPSportsville For more information on the CFT and our projects click here: www.cft.org.nz Thanks for your support! Sponsors Taita Cricket would like to recognise all our sponsors for your support you have given the club over the season, your contribution and support has played a key role in the clubs success. It is up to us all to support these sponsors as they all play a critical role in our on-going success. Petone Radiators Petone Radiators is Taita Cricket's Principle Sponsor. When it comes to radiator repair, and the health of your car's heating and cooling systems, give Petone Radiators (2008) Ltd a call. Al can fix or replace your radiator, and take care of your air conditioning and heating. (04) 568 6857 http://petoneradiators.co.nz Maidstone Sports Trevor has been a long term sponsor of Taita Cricket and is the sponsor of our junior program. If you need to purchase any sports gear, visit Trevor at The Mall, Upper Hutt (04) 529 7342 https://www.facebook.com/maidstonesportspower Kevin Dee Realty Ltd For the largest range of vacant warehouses, factories and workshops, live-in warehouses, yard space and industrial land available in the greater Wellington region head to Kevin Dee Realty - Wellington Warehouses. http://wellingtonwarehouses.co.nz/ The Station Village Fancy a beer on a warm Sunday afternoon, or any afternoon/evening for that matter. Visit Stefan at the Station Village or Whistle Stop, they have a TAB. State you're from Taita Cricket and you might get a small discount off your beer https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Parrot-and-Jigger-Bar/162463397140937 KooGa In 2012 Taita District Cricket Club (TDCC) joined forces with KooGa NZ to produce an exciting cricket team wear range for the 2012/13 season. KooGa NZ has developed well-constructed garments using innovative fabrics and designs for the modern player. KooGa's aim is to set a high standard for the cricket player producing team wear that is second to none. TDCC appreciates the enthusiasm and time given by Jake, Rhys, Lizzie and the team at KooGa NZ in producing high quality designs Taita District Cricket Club can be proud to wear. http://kooga.co.nz/ Petone Physio We are passionate about cricket and in this competitive environment will strive to help athletes to stay on top of their game. We would work primarily with the 1st team, but would be happy to see other club members if time allowed. Our role would include liaising with coaches, management and players to ensure that they received appropriate advice and management to help prevent and rehabilitate injuries. Players and management would benefit from receiving timely assessment and treatment, and advice on rehab timelines. Early intervention for injuries ensures less time out of the game. https://www.facebook.com/petonephysio/?fref=ts

    • Merry Christmas
      • Christmas Messages from Taita Cricket (Dave Gillespie and Mark Houghton) I would like to wish all members a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous 2016. Enjoy your time with family and friends and return to the cricket field or the balcony supporting our teams refreshed in January.  I would like to congratulate all players for their efforts during the first half of the season, with 3 two day teams, 6 T20 teams and 2 junior teams the club is in good heart.  It has been a challenging first half of the season for our Premier's with the one day campaign not going to plan, 3 wins from 10 games have left us in 7th spot and only an outside chance of making the top six. We need to beat Onslow with a bonus point on the first game back post-Christmas on the 9th of January at home and trust that both Upper Hutt and University beat Karori and Hutt Districts respectively. But "The Fat Lady has not sung yet"  This team certainly has talent, despite the loss of a number of experienced players and they all know they are good enough to bounce back.  One thing all supporters can do to assist our rebound is to come down to the park on Saturday afternoons and support the team. I remember when I was playing we got great support from the past players, this certainly lifted the team. I would be great if former players and supporters were able to replicate the support we got in the 1980's and 90's and help our premier team bounce back.  We may end up playing in the Hazlett Trophy for the first time since 1998, but with your support we can make this a once only situation.  Let's all get down to FRASER PARK ON THE 9TH OF JANUARY and watch the PREMS take down Onslow  In closing I would like to thank our six Sponsors and Partners for their on-going support. A huge thanks to Al from Petone Radiators, Kevin from Kevin Dee Realty, Nicole from Petone Physio, Trevor from Maidstone Sports, Lizzie from KooGa and Stefan from the Station Village.  Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year  Dave Gillespie President  As captain of the Taita Premier side, I would like to apologise to club members and supporters for the performance of our top side so far this year.  For a club that is known for its tenacity and heart on the field, the premier side has failed to live up to those important terms. Results and performances have at times been unacceptable. A number of our players have been given a rude awakening into the level of commitment and preparation needed to perform at the premier level.  These issues have been addressed, and I'm certain that post-Christmas our results will improve.  Your support is always much appreciated. Thanks Mark Houghton

    • Premier Vs Wellington U19's
      • Do you have some spare time, want to watch some quality cricket? On Sunday your Premier team takes on the Wellington Under 19's, two days before they depart for their national tournament in Christchurch. This is a must win game for Mark and the team, we are currently in six spot, four points behind 5th with two other clubs snapping at our heels. The bar will be open all day and the BBQ may be fired up. Also on Fraser 3 our year 12/13 Colts team captained by Callum Mclachlan take on Wellington Collegians in a T20 game starting at 2.30pm A packed afternoon of quality Cricket at Fraser Park. The Premier team is Sam Dean Russell Pepperell Phil Tunnicliffe Nick O'Sullivan Mark Houghton (c) Nik Swain Sam McGavin (wk) Kieran McComb Liam Sullivan Pat Smith Matt Kelly The Colts team is: Callum Mclachlan (c) (wk) Lincoln Craig Finn Fairbrother Connor Bliss Sunny Akansh John Macmillan Sefa Mamea- Hind Jacob Thompson Matthew McComb Jo Foote Adam Webster Vatsal Desai Toby Meyrick

    • Newsletter
      • The cricket season is well underway and now that the top teams are back on grass it is starting to feel like the summer is here. The premier team have had mixed results winning three from six, but Saturday's outstanding performance when we beat Upper Hutt by 8 wickets chasing down their modest score of 144 in 25.5 overs showed the team is back on track. We are currently sitting 4th on the table, victories in the next few weeks against Naenae, Hutt and the Under 19's will define our season and ensure a top six finish which will guarantee is a spot in the Pearce Cup round. The seconds have had a mixed start but thrashing of Upper Hutt on Saturday by 166 runs should see this team climb quickly up the ladder. Other key performances include the Legends last over victory over the Squashie's chasing down 186. The women are on a roll, for the first time ever they have had two victories in a row and for the first time they bowled out the opposition, great stuff Carol and the team. Upcoming Premier games On the 28th we have the "Battle of the Bridge" when we take on our very close friends Naenae in the Jack Trask Memorial game at Naenae Park. This will be a great opportunity for all Taita supporters to venture over the bridge and provide vocal support to Mark and the guys. On the 5th of December I will be hosting the 'PAST PLAYERS DAY', when we take on Hutt Districts. If you are only able to get to the club rooms once or twice before Christmas, I encourage you to come down to the clubrooms on the 5th from early afternoon. "I would like to invite all past players and supporters to our past players day on Saturday the 5th of December, the bar and kitchen will be open all day. This will be a great opportunity for all past players and supporters to mingle for the first time in 2015/16 and support our premier team as we look to beat Hutt Districts Dave Gillespie- President" On Sunday the 13th we take on Wellington under 19's at Fraser Park, a great way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon having a few quiet beers on the balcony. The last game before Christmas is against Easts again at Fraser Park. Player Profile Name: Sriram Krishnamurthy Nickname and reason why: Cheeru, Twist (have twisted and broken my ankle 3 times) Place of Birth: Chennai, India Highest Honours: Tamilnadu Most memorable game and why: Our school team winning our first tournament (Under 13) My favourite holiday destination is: Home in Chennai at the moment as I have been on the road for majority of the last 8 years The best advice I've ever received is: Let your actions speak and earn the respect of others My sporting hero is: Stephen Waugh My non sporting hero is: Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam (former president of India) When I was young I wanted to be: Cricketer Biggest pest: Have not come across one yet at Taita Favourite cricketer: Grew up idolizing a once in gen Indian line up of Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Sourav Ganguly, V.V.S. Laxman and Anil Kumble Interests/hobbies outside cricket: Movies, Music, Hiking and Squash Favourite Bands: Favourite Movie: Cinderella Man What is an interesting fact people do not know about you: I once used to run quick Subscriptions A reminder to all two day players that your subscriptions are due, for those that have paid well done, for the balance please make payment via the bar or the club bank account ASAP Non Playing Subscriptions This season we are offering two non-playing membership subscriptions 1. Taitanium club, this membership provides free entry to the Taitanium lunch and bar specials throughout the season. The goal of this membership is to provide support to our future stars via the donations to the Robin Randell Trust fund. This membership is $80 2. Non Playing membership, this membership is $35 and enables you to partake in all club and social functions as a full member of our club Sponsors Taita Cricket would like to recognise all our sponsors for your support you have given the club over the season, your contribution and support has played a key role in the clubs success. It is up to us all to support these sponsors as they all play a critical role in our on-going success. Petone Radiators Petone Radiators is Taita Cricket's Principle Sponsor. When it comes to radiator repair, and the health of your car's heating and cooling systems, give Petone Radiators (2008) Ltd a call. Al can fix or replace your radiator, and take care of your air conditioning and heating. (04) 568 6857 http://petoneradiators.co.nz Chapelli's Eatery and Wine Bar Taita Cricket is pleased to advise that Chapelli's is our new Bar partner. If you want to experience an authentic pizza straight from our Pizza Oven, select from our great lunch or dinner menus, or just come in and share a beer with a friend. Visit Steve at Chapelli's http://www.chapellis.co.nz/ Maidstone Sports Trevor has been a long term sponsor of Taita Cricket and is the sponsor of our junior program. If you need to purchase any sports gear, visit Trevor at The Mall, Upper Hutt (04) 529 7342 https://www.facebook.com/maidstonesportspower Kevin Dee Realty Ltd For the largest range of vacant warehouses, factories and workshops, live-in warehouses, yard space and industrial land available in the greater Wellington region head to Kevin Dee Realty - Wellington Warehouses. http://wellingtonwarehouses.co.nz/ KooGa In 2012 Taita District Cricket Club (TDCC) joined forces with KooGa NZ to produce an exciting cricket team wear range for the 2012/13 season. KooGa NZ has developed well-constructed garments using innovative fabrics and designs for the modern player. KooGa's aim is to set a high standard for the cricket player producing team wear that is second to none. TDCC appreciates the enthusiasm and time given by Jake, Rhys, Lizzie and the team at KooGa NZ in producing high quality designs Taita District Cricket Club can be proud to wear. http://kooga.co.nz/ Petone Physio We are passionate about cricket and in this competitive environment will strive to help athletes to stay on top of their game. We would work primarily with the 1st team, but would be happy to see other club members if time allowed. Our role would include liaising with coaches, management and players to ensure that they received appropriate advice and management to help prevent and rehabilitate injuries. Players and management would benefit from receiving timely assessment and treatment, and advice on rehab timelines. Early intervention for injuries ensures less time out of the game. https://www.facebook.com/petonephysio/?fref=ts

    • Results
      • Here are the scorecards from the weekend. Wins to the Premier Reserve, Kamos and Squashies (by default) Grade 3 had a BYE Premier https://www.crichq.com/#matches/309033/1st_innings Premier Reserve https://www.crichq.com/#matches/309038/1st_innings Fireblades (40 overs) https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310220/1st_innings T20 Kamos https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310223/1st_innings T20 Legends https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310221/1st_innings Women's T20 https://www.crichq.com/#matches/310214/1st_innings Wins to the Premier Reserve, Kamos and Squashies (by default) This weeks draw will be posted soon....

    • GREAT TOIL DAVE
      • 7 News | Dave Tomlinson's 61st cricket season ICYMI: Meet Dave Tomlinson - the oldest regular club Cricket player in Victoria. The 74-year-old lined up for his 61st season of competition cricket on the weekend, and 7 News reporter Nick McCallum caught up with him.Latest from 7 News: http://yhoo.it/1HYefMw7 News video: http://yhoo.it/1V97pbWLatest news on Twitter: twitter.com/7NewsMelbourne Posted by 7 News Melbourne on Sunday, 11 October 2015

    • October Newsletter
      • Message from the new President Welcome to the 2015/16 cricket season at Taita Cricket, I feel very honoured to be given the opportunity to be President of our great club at the AGM held in September. I have been around the club scene at Taita for a number of years now undertaking various roles and I am really looking forward to taking on this prestigious position within the club. I have big shoes to full, taking over from Jakey who did an outstanding job, who along with Goz who is stepping down as Chairman provided great leadership for the club. It is also with great pleasure that the club welcomes Dave Little a "A Taita Legend" to the role as Chairman after a number of years coaching the Premier team. I would like to welcome players new and returning for the upcoming season. We had some great successes last year winning the Cricket Wellington T20 Final and beaten finalist in the Pearce Cup and I am sure under the leadership of Mark and with Sriram taking on the coaching role we can go one better this season. Whether you are a serious or social player, I am sure you will have a great season on and off the field, enjoy, give your best and respect the game and the club. My aim this year is to grow the non-playing support base and increasing the number of Taitanium members by creating a vibrant environment at the club where all supporters are down at the club for a couple of hours most Saturdays supporting the Premier team. Dave Gillespie 1 on 1 Cricket Coaching available Our coaching Coordinator Sriram is running coaching sessions, these spots are filling up fast, so don't miss out! Contact Sri directly to book your session (poster with information attached) Non- Playing subscriptions Taitanium membership $80 - which provides free entry into the Taitanium lunch or Non Playing membership $35 Payment can be made at the Bar or via the club bank account of 03 0531 0318974 00 Presidents shout - The President will shout 4 beers to the first 4 persons to pay their Taitanium membership at this Saturday's home Premier game vs Karori or next week's home game vs Victoria University EVENTS We will be hosting one formal past player's day before Xmas and one in the New Year in addition to the Taitanium club lunch in February. The first past player's day will be held on Saturday the 21st of November when our premier team takes on Upper Hutt on Fraser Park 1. HOME GAMES FOR THE PREMIER TEAM 17 October-Taita vs Karori, Fraser 7A 24 October-Taita vs Victoria University, Fraser 7A 31 October-Taita vs Wellington Collegians, Fraser 7A 7 November-Taita vs Petone- Eastbourne, Fraser 1 21 November-Taita vs Upper Hutt, Fraser 1 COMMITTEE 2015/16 Chairman- David Little President- Dave Gillespie Secretary- Anna-Maria Fradelakis Premier Coach/ One Club Coordinator- Sriram Krishnamurthy Cricket Manager- Shaun Gillespie (assisted by Darren Dingle) Facilities Manager- Gary Gosper Treasurer- Gary Gosper Bar Manager- Anna-Maria Fradelakis PLAYER SUBSCRIPTIONS Premier/ Premier Reserve $260 Full Sub $220 Student Grade Three $220 Full Sub $180 Student If subs are paid in full by the 31st of October 10% discount on Subs apply. All subs paid in full or 50% paid and an instalment arrangement agreed to by the Cricket Manager by 12 December or penalties will apply. T20 Men $1100 T20 Women $800 One Day Men $1300 Payment can be made at the Bar or via the club bank account of 03 0531 0318974 00 EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNTIES The club is seeking your urgent assistance to find employment for Nick O'Sullivan a member of our Premier Squad. Nick, who arrived down from Hamilton late last season is looking for full time employment in the central Wellington area. His current job has him starting at 3am and finishing at 9am, not great when Nick is playing a key role in our Premier team on Saturdays. If you are able to assist or know someone that can please contact Dave Gillespie on 0212644404 or Taitacricket@gmail.com if you have or know of someone that can find them employment opportunities. I will be able to provide you his CV CLUB CLOTHING We have put the first order of after match shirts and Hoodies in with Kooga, we still have 8 hoodies and aftermath shirts available to purchase, first in first serve Hoodies - $70 After match shirts - $50 Caps - $15 White Floppy hats -$15 Please see Anna-Maria at the bar if you wish to purchase club clothing or email taitacricket@gmail.com COMMUNICATION You can follow the Premier team via CricHQ and keep up to date with what is happening via our Facebook page and here on the website, where we will announce the teams and where they are playing on Fridays. We will be issuing the club newsletter monthly. For those members that are not on Facebook we will email you the draw and premier team on Fridays.

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