Mernda Mumbler #1

 Edition #1
Welcome to the first edition of The Mernda Mumbler newsletter for season 2012/13. The Mumbler will be distributed every round. Firstly, on behalf of the committee, we would like to welcome everyone back for another season and a special welcome to all new players at the club. Joining Mighty Mernda’s senior list this season are: Ash Williams Arron Davies Blair Meaney Jason Greenwood Thomas Carew Mitch Komen Jordan Komen David McAuley Shane Williams Anthony Sullivan Mark McDonald We look forward to sharing all your experiences at our club and welcoming you and your families into the club. From the next edition onwards we’ll be featuring Player Profiles, so keep an eye out for yours! Results from Round 1 BARCLAY SHIELD Mernda 5/179cc defeated Old Paradians/St Francis 7/153 Highlights Ash Williams 51 & 2/48 Justin Stewart 41 & 2/37 B GRADE Mernda 3/138 drew Old Paradians/St Francis All Out 133 (Due to less than 50% games in grade complete – no results stand) Highlights Arron Davies 60no Darren Mercuri 35no Mitch Peterson 7/34 Justin Mercuri 2/37 D GRADE Mernda 6/156cc lost to Plenty Valley Bats 8/158 Highlights Dave McAuley 57 Blair Meaney 2/25 E GRADE WASHED OUT -­‐ Mernda drew Plenty Valley Bats THIS WEEKS GAMES Firsts vs. Lower Eltham @ Laurimar Reserve West Seconds vs. Lower Eltham @ Eltham Lower Park (Back Oval) Thirds vs. Plenty @ Diamond Hills Reserve Fourths vs. Thomastown United @ Laurimar Reserve East Under 16’s – BYE Under 12 Teal vs. Lalor Stars @ W.A Smith Under 12 White vs. Lalor Stars @ Laurimar Reserve West Good luck to all! PLAYER SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES All senior players are asked to do all they can to gain a player sponsorship for themselves. This season we have two options: 1. $150 package: A4 laminated card displayed in clubrooms with player name, sponsor name, sponsor contact details. Sponsor receives player photo and certificate of appreciation. 2. $200 package: Players receive our new training top (usually $35). A4 laminated card displayed in clubrooms with player name, sponsor name, sponsor contact details. Sponsor receives player photo and certificate of appreciation. Sponsor also receives official Mernda CC baseball cap. Justin Mercuri has worked hard putting this together, trying to come up with something for everyone so it would be great if we could show him support and get behind the initiative. For those of you who have already found a sponsor, we thank you and please find an invite for your sponsor to attend our sponsor’s night later in this newsletter. The club really appreciates any help players can give by way of seeking a sponsor so thank you for your hard work. NEW ADDITION TO THE FAMILY Congratulations to our assistant coach Stephen and his wife Kate on the safe arrival of their baby boy Hudson John Solyom on 25th September. We look forward to seeing him run around in the red and blue very soon. PUNTERS CLUB Like a bet on the horses? For just $10 a week you can be involved in our Punters Club. Betting begins this Saturday! To get involved, see Stu Wright. SATURDAY NIGHTS We would like to see an effort from all Senior players to get back to the clubrooms after you have finished up with your day out on the field. It’s a great way to share stories of the days play and support each other through the ups and downs of the season. SOCIAL REPORT We had a terrific turn out on Saturday at our first function with over 70 people packed into our rooms. There were plenty of smiles and the drinks flowed as prizes were won by the lucky few who were able to successfully complete the challenge at hand. A big thank you goes out to Amanda Dean and Shannon Mercuri for organising a great night. I’m sure all in attendance will be back at our next function. UPCOMING FUNCTIONS LADIES DAY SHOPPING TOUR: Sunday 28th October from 8.30am-­‐5pm Cost $40 per ticket RSVP: $10 deposit required by Saturday 6th October Perfect time to start your Christmas shopping ladies. Visiting shops with a variety of items from sports gear, cosmetics, toys, clothes, linen to hair straighteners. Friends and family are more than welcome. Further queries can be directed to our social coordinator, Amanda Dean. SPONSORS NIGHT: This night is our chance to say thank you for sponsoring the Mernda Cricket Club for season 2012/2013. It will provide you with the opportunity to liaise, network and promote your business amongst others in the local community whilst showing support for the members and supporters of our family friendly club. When: Thursday 15th November Where: Mernda Cricket Club Time: 7.30pm R.S.V.P to Justin Mercuri 0422 125 413 by 5th November 2012 A light dinner will be provided and drinks can be purchased at bar prices SPONSORS A big thank you to the following sponsors who continue to support our club. Without these people, our club wouldn’t survive. Your contribution is appreciated more than can be explained. ◦Total Tools Epping -­‐ Total Tools is Australia’s leading trade and industrial tools retailer. So go in and see Macca and the boys and tell them we sent you! ◦Bridge Inn Hotel -­‐ Affectionately known as The Mernda Pub, the Bridge Inn Hotel has a reputation as being one of the finest in the area. Currently closed for refurbishment. ◦Bendigo Bank Laurimar -­‐ Bendigo Bank is often lauded for its "social responsibility" because of their work with communities – almost as if they have tacked a social conscience on to their business strategy. Go in and open an account at the Laurimar branch. ◦Debbas Fish and Chips Doreen -­‐ After opening their doors to the locals at Laurimar last season, Debbas Fish and Chips has decided to take the next step in community involvement and expressed an interest in sponsoring our junior cricket teams this season. ◦Chesterton & Co. Real Estate -­‐ Chesterton & Co Real Estate’s origins date back to the formation of the company in 1989 and it has become one of the leading Real Estate offices of the area and specialises in the private sale and purchase of vacant land, brand new homes & units, major developments and also Property Management. ◦Greenbrook Dial-­‐a-­‐Pizza -­‐ Greenbrook Pizza is a Thursday night favourite at the Mernda Cricket Club and we're wrapped to have these guys on board again for this season. Located in the Greenbrook Shopping Centre, these guys are simply a must for any of your pizza and pasta needs. Make sure you tell them we sent you! ◦Epping Carpentry Services -­‐ Epping Carpentry Services are one of the Mernda Cricket Club's longest serving sponsors with Steve Czerny being a Life Member of the club. We're thrilled to have secured Epping Carpentry as our stubby holder naming rights sponsor.