Out On The Paddock

As we launch a new year of Out on the Paddock for 2025, we smash the first episode through the covers for four with an incredible look back across over 150 years of Cricket played in and around the Geraldton region. As part of our "A History of" series, we hear from two individuals who have played large parts in both creating and capturing the history of Geraldton and its incredible array of clubs and players that make up this highly successful association. Recorded just hours before one of the most successful weekends in Geraldton Cricket history, this episode allows for you to hear and understand why this association continues to often "play above its weight grade" and also continues to produce outstanding players and officials, often influencing greatly WA Country Cricket as a whole. Be engaged with hearing why a place so far removed and remote from the mainstream and bulk of Cricket played in Western Australia, can keep showing up and keep maintaining an incredible standard of play. A great first up listen for 2025. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Out on the Paddock is a must listen. Rodney "Rocket" Ford is one of the most influential and celebrated players in WA Country Cricket of the past 20 years. Rocket's performances and statistics are almost unsurpassed and he is currently the most capped player for WA Country in it's history to date. But what makes Rocket so loved and respected is that his commitment and desire to play Cricket in the farming locality and for his local Upper Great Southern Cricket Club, Williams where he grew up, is absolutely outstanding and shines through in this episode. Rod reveals what it took for him to go from Country Club player to playing at multiple Australian Country Cricket Championships, whilst still running a large farm and remaining committed to his family. It is a wonderful story, with so many examples of what it takes to be a Country Cricketer. You will love this episode, of this we are certain. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This special episode of Out on the Paddock is a chance for you to engage with Area Manager for WA Country Cricket - Andrew Hayes as well as WA Country Coach and Talent Specialist - Chris (Chippy) Secker as they examine all aspects of WA Country Cricket for season 2024/25. Discussed in this episode are some major changes for Mens and Womens Senior Country Weeks, an overhaul that has taken place of the Belt Up Country Cup, the introduction of coloured clothing for Senior Mens and Junior WA Country Cricket Board run competitions as well as the key dates for those carnivals, as well as the highly popular WA Country Masters Carnival. Some very important announcements regarding the Australian Country Cricket Championships for the coming season, adding to all that you need to be across regarding the WA Country XI Mens, Womens and Colts programs, which are all examined at length. All of this plus critical dates for the season ahead on a number of other carnivals and events. This episode is a great opportunity to grab all that is coming up for season 24/25 as well as some interesting insights into how the mechanics of how these events and programs come together. A must listen for any Country Cricketers and Administrators in regional WA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the aspects of sport that has polarised for centuries is the role of the umpire. The umpire is both critical and yet also criticised. Cricket in particular, has cast the role of the umpire in so many different ways and on any given weekend during any summer in Australia, there won't be too many matches that won't end without some form of conversation around decisions made and how the result of matches may have been affected. In this episode of the Podcast, we chat with Brendan Kelly who is a person who understands what it means to be a long time umpire in WA Country Cricket and the effect that has had on him and how he know views umpiring out in the Bush. Brendan has recently released a book that he has written about umpiring and his incites and recollections of his time in the game as an official standing at the bowlers end, is an amazing listen. No punches are pulled in this episode. We encourage you to have a listen. Dedicated to the memory of Marie Therese Boccardo (formerly Kelly) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Cricket is full of tradition and forms of craft that are completely unique in the world of sport. Not many people will argue with that. This episode of Out on the Paddock dives deep into an ancient art founded in Cricket that dates back at least 400 years and can be traced to a tragic event that effectively announced the arrival of a new sport. WA Country Cricket doesn't have 400 years of history, however its 100 plus years have seen a lot and in this episode, two very passionate WA Country Cricketers unpack how they are attempting to create a little bit of history of their own, by reviving the ancient art of bat making and at the same time, offering a new generation of WA Country Cricketers the chance to learn all about it. This is another great story of a couple of Country Cricketers who simply want to find some way to invest into the game that they love. We really think you will enjoy this one. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is part B of our two part series on "The History Of - WA Country Week Cricket, with Bill Reynolds". In this episode we continue to hear Bills incredible journey with capturing the history, the players, the teams and the results of the past 117 years of WA Country Cricket and Senior Mens Country Week. Part B focuses on Bills amazing book - 100 Not Out, which is effectively the only existing comprehensive history of WA Country Cricket. Bill and host Rob Marshall, discuss things such as the different styles of Cricket played at Senior Mens Country Week, going back to 1907. They also dive deep into what was a "Captain Call" approach to matches for the first 70 years of the competition. What era's produced the best players and the best teams, including associations that don't even exist any more are examined. Bill also reveals how he sees the way that Country Week has evolved over the years and his incredible and unique methods to capture records for over 24,000 players across those years. It is "must listen" stuff if you love WA Country Cricket or even just Cricket in general. Enjoy listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we continue our "the history of" series, this episode captures one of the most important figures in the history of WA Country Cricket, Bill Reynolds. In this Part A of a two part interview, we find out who Bill Reynolds is and why it is that his work over more than 6 decades has captured every run, wicket and catch of more than 20,000 players to have played Senior Mens Country Week Cricket in WA. It is hard to put into words, how much work this one individual has put into compiling the most concise and incredibly accurate compilation of statistics of players going back over 100 years. Bill's book, "100 Not Out" released in 2007, is viewed as the Bible when it comes to WA Country Cricket and it is across this episode and Part B (soon to follow), that will amaze you as you listen to how it all came together and the legends and magic moments of Senior Country Week, that it has captured along the way. This is "must listen" stuff. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first of our "The History Of" series on Out on the Paddock, we get to hear about the amazing and rich history of a WA Country Cricket Club that has recently celebrated 50 years of playing regional Cricket, but in actual fact has roots that go back over 100 years. In this episode we get to hear from various generations that have played for YOBS Cricket Club in an Association in WA Country Cricket, that is also rich in history. We get to understand some of that Association history, also in this episode. YOBS prides itself not just on its history, but what it is also currently achieving and the innovative ways it is going about things. From their approach to encouraging and recognising new players and volunteers at the club, to how they have embraced their history and use and grow from that that every day ... well ... you simply need to have a listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The March long weekend of 2024 saw the hosting of the annual Senior Womens Country Week Carnival in the Bunbury, Leschenault and Harvey Regions of WA Country. In what turned out to be an outstanding 3 days of Cricket across two grades, the final of the Womens A section in particular resulted in one of the greatest finishes seen in WA Country Cricket history. In this episode of Out on the Paddock, you can hear or relive how it all unfolded and ended up, with live commentary of the dramatic final ball. Also in this episode, is an interview with a very passionate Cricket lover and somebody who is impacting WA Country Cricket through her work at WA Cricket - Alex Lascu. Alex is potentially the first person in the world with a PHD in Womens Cricket and her story and what she is now doing with that expertise, is absolutely worth a listen. Enjoy episode 27 of Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A new season of Out on the Paddock for 2024, kicks off with a bang as we put the spotlight on what are the options for older guys in WA Regional Cricket to get involved with a movement that continues to grow rapidly each year here in Australia ... Veterans Cricket. In this episode, we hear from Nathan King from Burekup Cricket Club, who has recently represented WA in the Over 40s National Championships and then had an opportunity of dreams come to pass, landing a seat on a plane to head off to Pakistan as a part of the Australian Over 40s team for the World Cup. It is a great story and one that could inspire you or someone you know to consider the same opportunities. We then hear from Anthony Telfer ... a man who is an amazing ambassador here in Australia for Veterans Cricket and through his exceptional program "The Spirit of Cricket" is making sure that if you are Over 40 through to Over 70 ... Cricket can still be your thing. The impact of remaining in Cricket as a veteran player shines through in this episode. Go on ... put us on while driving to training or to your next match. We are certain you will enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Absolute Cricket “nuffy” and former Australian Country Cricket Championship winning Coach, Tim Edmunds, is our guest in this episode of Out on the Paddock. Tim's passion for WA Country Cricket is one that few can match and his eye for detail and what is important to keep WA Country Cricket ticking, comes through strongly in this episode. There are plenty of good yarns and laughs also throughout, but most importantly, Tim's journey into Coaching Cricket and the challenges that he faced and in most cases, overcame … are the real story here. A fascinating listen with an important announcement included early in the episode, that gives vindication to Tim's incredible contribution so far to WA Country Cricket. Plus plenty more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You may have heard his name ... you may even think you know him a little bit ... but who really is Andrew Hayes and why is he one of the most vital individuals and a crucial cog for WA Country Cricket on a daily basis. In this episode you will get to understand and hear what makes Andrew Hayes tick and why he and his team based at the WACA are so passionate to ensure WA Country Cricket is the best in Australia and continues to innovate and grow each year. You may be very surprised by some of the things you will learn about Andrew in this episode. This is also a very important episode for those associated with anything to do with WA Country Cricket in season 2023/24, as we discuss wth Andrew at the back end of the episode, what is coming up for all things WA Country this summer and the critical dates for carnivals and events as well as other information you will need, to be involved and to stay informed. Don't say "we didn't tell you" ... jump into this episode of Out on the Paddock, right now and get connected. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Craig Tonkin is an Albany Cricket legend and favourite son of all things Cricket in the Great Southern. His career spanned over 3 decades playing at the highest level in that region and his ability to win games with either bat or ball in hand, are the stuff of folklore in the bush. "Tonks" as he is known to most of those who know him, carved out a career with North County CC and with the Albany Cricket Association at Mens Senior Country Week, that most could only dream of having. But more importantly, Craig climbed to the top of what Country Cricket offers here in Australia, representing WA at multiple Australian Country Cricket Championships and along the way, etched his name in the record books in a number of categories still to this day for performances at the ACCC. The ultimate allrounder ... arguably there may not have been too many better in WA Country Cricket in the past century. Listen and judge for yourself as we unpack the Country Cricket journey of Craig Tonkin, in this episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special episode of Out on the Paddock, we tap into guest - Todd Anderson. Who is Todd Anderson ... well ... one thing is that he has never played a game of WA Country Cricket, in fact ... apart from smashing a century or two in the backyard and the occasional, "one hand, one bounce" ... he has never really played a whole lot of Cricket full stop. And yet, he may well be one of the most important people in WA Country Cricket right now. Todd is the PlayHQ Lead at WA Cricket (the WACA) and in this episode, we find out all about who Todd is, but more importantly, Todd answers all of the critical questions of how PlayHQ will roll out in WA Country Cricket, this summer season of 2023/24. If you play Cricket in Regional WA or are an administrator in WA Country Cricket ... we urge you to listen to this very important episode of Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In July 2023, WA Country Cricket announced the newly appointed Coach of the WA Country XI Mens team, former WA State Player, Shawn Gillies. In this episode, we hear of Shawn's story of arriving as a youngster in WA all the way from Jamaica and how the influence of watching the mighty West Indies teams of the 80's and 90's, gave him direction and a passion to try and play Cricket at the highest possible level, himself. Shawn describes the many challenges of trying to get a regular position in the WA team, during a period where allrounders were in abundance in this State, along with recalling a number of amazing opportunities to play against some of the Worlds best Cricketers of the early parts of this century. Dealing with racism, playing for Australia in Hong Kong, Cricket in Sweden and what he enjoys and values now about playing WA Country Cricket, all are given a run in this episode. But it is his new found challenge and some of the approaches he plans to undertake in Coaching the WA Country XI, that very much come through in this interview. Its great listening ... put this episode on and simply enjoy the story of WA Country XI Coach - Shawn Gillies. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is likely that there is no hotter name in WA Country Cricket right now, than Dampier's Josh Vernon. Having already pulled on the Baggy yellow and black of WA and then onto the ultimate Baggy of them all - a chance to represent Australia at under age level Cricket against the arch enemy, England ... you could be excused for thinking, that the sky is the limit for Josh Vernon, however this interview will reveal more about the incredible grounding this young man from "Up North" possesses as well as the value he places on the opportunities WA Country Cricket has given him to date. You simply will want to listen to this amazing episode of Out on the Paddock. The value of Junior Country Week, the beauty of playing with the Crabs, watching poles cart wheel and Toastie Sandwiches, all get a roll out in this episode. We also get further insight into how Josh is inspiring a whole new generation of WA Country Cricketers, with this episode featuring a co-host, who himself has been along for much of the ride and the journey of Josh Vernon. Do yourself a favour and get this one in the headphones right now. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"Obsessed with Country Cricket for as long as I can remember" ... these are the words of "the boy from Darkan" who now gives his time and passion to all things Great Southern Cricket and WA Regional Cricket - Wayne Harrington. Harro's is a classic story of so many of us, who are simply Cricket tragics, but never quite reached the lofty heights of perhaps some of the "lucky" others, but have played the game and have given back to the game with as much energy (and in some cases perhaps even greater), than those fortunate ones. This episode is absolutely WA Country Cricketer 101 and unpacks the journey of somebody who lives to give back and enrich those who play our wonderful game. Enjoy the wonderful Country Cricket journey and stories of Wayne Harrington. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 18 of Out on the Paddock features one of the biggest contributors that has shaped WA Country Cricket in our time - Steve Philippe. Steve recently announced that his time as WA Country Cricket Manager at WA Cricket (the WACA) was at an end after more than two decades ... and what better way to acknowledge his incredible. contribution to our sport in Regional WA, than to hear from the man himself as he shares much of that journey with us along with his growing up years out in the bush and the influences that his family both early and of late, have had on his life. His Cricket journey as a player is explored in this interview, along with his struggles with injury that deprived him of greater honours and what these challenges led him to next. You will be surprised potentially by what Steve shares in this episode about himself and his family and we would encourage you to sit back and enjoy this opportunity to tap into the life and times of Steve Philippe. This extended episode of Out on the Paddock, finishes with capturing all of the Regional Grand Final results from around Associations in WA for the 2022/23 WA Country Cricket season, along with the results of the WA Country Cricket Masters Carnival, held in late March and early April 2023. Enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In March 2023, the third annual Women's Country Week Carnival was hosted in the Bunbury / Busselton region of WA. Teams and players from the Pilbara through to the Midwest, Wheatbelt, Goldfields, Great Southern, South West and Peel, converged together for 3 days of exciting Cricket and wonderful networking. On the evening of day 1 of the Carnival, an event was held pitched simply as "Be Inspired", where players and officials from all the competing teams joined up for a meal and to hear from 3 amazing Women in Cricket and in Sport. This episode of Out on the Paddock, is a live recording from this event, where we captured the Test Cricket journeys, experience and wisdom of WA Cricket CEO, Christina Matthews, WA Cricket Board Chair, Avril Fahey as well as the founder of "The Pink Belt Project" - Kristy Hitchens, who has an amazing story to hear, of how her experience in a Sport outside of Cricket, impacted her in such a way as to create an award winning Australian Charity, changing the lives of Women across Australia. Enjoy hearing the energy and excitement of the Women's game as it continues to grow and evolve throughout regional WA. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The name of "House" is literally a "household" name in WA Country Cricket circles, mostly in the Busselton Margaret River region. For some of WA Country Cricket however, this name may not be quite as familiar and yet, so much of what is now taken for granted in regional WA Cricket, including many of the junior programs and other regional programs that happen each Cricket season right around WA Country, were forged by members of this amazing family and their legacy is captured in this episode of Out on the Paddock. Barry & Graham House are our guests in this episode. From Cricket played in Yallingup in the 1920's, to a stunning connection to one of Australia's most famous Test captains, playing Junior and Senior Country Week throughout the 1960's and into the 1970's, as well as representing WA at the highest level in Cricket for a period of time, this episode has it all and is a great listen. We recommend that if you value WA Country Cricket and it's rich history, then take the time out to put this episode on in the Car as your drive somewhere or pour yourself a beverage and simply sit back and hear the fabulous story of the Houses of Busselton. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In January 2023, the Toyota Australian Country Cricket Championships for both Men and Women were held in Canberra in the ACT. This episode of Out on the Paddock captures the sounds and the action of that Carnival as well as live interviews with several of the players - Calum How from Newman, Holly Pearce of Mt Barker and Tim Hutchison from Bunbury, who were there representing the WA Country XI Mens and Womens teams. Each of these players give incredible insights into why representing the WA Country XI means so much to them and how the Australian Country Cricket Championships, very much fulfil their Cricketing careers. We also hear from WA Country Cricket Area Manager Steve Philippe, who outlines the process for how, both Men and Women in WA Regional Cricket, can get the opportunity to play for the WA Country XI as well as explaining the sacrifices that many of the current players have had to make, to get to this highest of honours in WA Country Cricket. Sadly, some of the audio in this episode is at times a bit distorted due to some strong winds and severe weather, however, it is only on a few occasions during the early interviews and we believe, it is well worth hanging in there in this episode to get the full experience of getting "Inside the Australian Country Cricket Championships". Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

17 year old emerging WA Country Cricket star, Cooper Clarke-Dehring, is our guest on this episode of Out on the Paddock. Our youngest guest yet (by far), Cooper gives us some great insights into why he values WA Country Cricket so much as well as his hopes and aspirations as a Cricketer. Growing up watching his Dad play for the WA Country XI, along with his own emergence as a player, Cooper also talks about the peers that surround him at the moment of a similar age and how the strength of that group is driving a new generation of WA Country Cricketers. Pre game playlists, nicknames in Country Cricket and why he values so much his local Country Cricket Club, all get a gig in this episode. This is someone just starting his journey in WA Country Cricket and it is a fascinating listen. At the back end of todays episode, there is a short wrap of all the upcoming events for WA Country Cricket throughout the back end of 2022 and into early 2023. Tune in for all the latest news from WA Country Cricket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

An "accidental" Cricketer from Busselton, who found her love for Cricket initially "out in the paddocks" around Corrigin in the Wheatbelt, is our guest on episode 13 of Out on the Paddock. Avril Fahey is the current "interim" Chair of WA Cricket and is a former women's Test player as well as one of the most decorated players to ever pull on the yellow and gold of WA. It is her time growing up and playing Cricket in the Country and in particular in Busselton, that is what remains most special for Avril however, and this forms much of the stories and focus of this episode. This episode also however, is a great listen to hear of the challenges and struggles a country "girl from Busso" had to go through, just to represent her State and then her Country, in an era very different to what we see now and the pathways and opportunities that have opened up for Women's Cricket and continue to grow. Avril also gives us an insight into her aspirations for WA Cricket (including WA Country Cricket) into the future and her hopes for continued success for WA Cricket. Grab a chair and a cold drink as the days start to heat up into season 2022/23 and sit back and enjoy the very entertaining and insightful Cricket journey of WA Country's very own ... Avril Fahey. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 12 Part B of Out on the Paddock examines the important news announcements and dates for the WA Country Cricket Season ahead in 2022/23. We encourage anybody associated with WA Country Cricket to tune in as Rob & Steve unpack and discuss competitions and programs for the upcoming season including the Belt Up Country Cup, Country Weeks - both Senior Mens and Womens as well as Junior Country Week. The WA Country Masters Carnival, the David Natt Cup, the Australian Country Cricket Championships plus much more are all in the lens of this episode. Be informed and ready for the WA Country Cricket season 2022/23. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest in Part A of Episode 12 of Out on the Paddock, is former champion Australian and LPGA Tournament Professional Golfer ... now turned Cricketer ... Shani Waugh. In this episode we walk the fairways of Shani's amazing Golf career, but also learn about her passion for what she calls "the best game in the World" - Cricket. Shani is now firmly committed to making Womens Cricket in Regional WA, as big as it is and has been for a 100 years, for the males. Playing with the boys, the excitement of growing a local womens competition, Womens Country Week and how to fix a horror slice off the tee, are all talked in this fabulous episode of Out on the Paddock. Grab a cold beverage at the 19th hole and sit back and enjoy the story of WA Regional Womens Cricketer - Shani Waugh. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode of our award winning Podcast, we hear the Country Cricket journey of Leschenault CC, BDCA and WA Country XI player - Tom Buchanan. Tom is one of WA Country Crickets real gentlemen that both on the field and off, shows incredible style and plays the game as it should be. His graceful batting and lethal fielding have seen him gain huge kudos and acclaim from peers for many years now and in this episode he shares his thoughts on how this has evolved and continues to drive his game. But more importantly, we hear the story of a beautiful young lady called Ahlia and how her life has shaped Tom and given Tom a direction that everyone needs to hear. We encourage you to tune into this episode and enjoy Toms story, but also head to https://rundipg-org.grassrootz.com/ride-for-ahlia and get an even better understanding of Tom and his passion to make a difference as well as celebrate the life of Ahlia. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The 1990's decade in WA Country Cricket was one of the strongest in recent memory. The Peel Cricket Association was a dominant force during that time and when it came to Peel Cricket, there was no bigger name or family, than the Wyllie family. In this episode, we capture that decade plus much more as we hear the journey of John Wyllie, who embodied the very essence of the Mandurah Cricket Club for over 3 decades along with Peel Cricket, in a way that is both captivating to listen to and a fantastic trip down memory lane. John's legacy flows deep with son Teague currently being arguably the hottest new talent in WA Cricket and already a Sheffield Shield winning player. Add to this, John's daughter Georgia, who is also making her way through WA representative Cricket programs and the Wyllie family name continues to demonstrate and evidence WA Country Cricket in a powerful way. We also hear in this episode from Jo Davies, who is the current General Manager of Community Cricket at the WACA. Jo outlines some important strategies leading into the 2022/23 Cricket season and what that means for WA Country Cricket. Jo discusses the roll out of Play HQ in the coming seasons as well as Cricket Australia's new strategic plan for upcoming and future seasons. Sit back and enjoy Episode 10 of Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On our "now" award winning Podcast, Out on the Paddock Episode 9 wraps up the "trilogy" that began back in Episodes 6 & 7. This episode delves into the "other" side of the result from WA Country Crickets own version of the "miracle match at the WACA" ... a Country Cup Final played back in 2005. We hear the memories of Mid West legend Shayne Bidwell as he recounts how Geraldton lost the "unloosable" match on that day as well as the long journey home after it was all over. More importantly though, we hear the fabulous story of a highly decorated WA Country Cricketer, who started his career in Lake Grace and has committed his passions and energies right through his time in the Mid West and into the WA Country XI ... a journey that still continues today, albeit in a slightly different role. It's a classic Country Cricket story. The back end of Episode 9 also focus's on the latest news from WA Country Cricket. Despite this episode coming out in mid winter 2022, WA Country Cricket continues to roll along, with plenty of reasons to stay connected and tune into - Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 8 Part B of Out on the Paddock delves into the journey through WA Country Cricket and beyond, featuring one of the best players ever to grace the fields of Regional Cricket in WA - Sam Whiteman. In this episode, we hear about Sam's foundation of where he finds himself now, having grown up in Bunbury and the influences playing Cricket in the Bunbury & Districts Cricket Association and also for the WA Country XI, has had on him and the successes it has now led him to achieve. Sam recently was named Man of the Match for WA versus Victoria in Western Australia's drought breaking Sheffield Shield win, played at the WACA ground and this amongst other aspects of where he is at now in his career, are discussed in this Episode. Sam is both highly respected and revered in many Cricket circles these days, but none more than in WA Regional Cricket. Don't miss this fantastic interview. Bluetooth to your Car or whatever works for you ... enjoy listening to the wonderful story of Sam Whiteman. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Out on the Paddock - Episode 8 Part A, we continue on from Episode 7 and hear from Regional representatives from various parts of WA Country Cricket. This episode, as it did in our previous episode, captures the Grand Final results of Associations in WA regional Cricket, this time focusing on the South West, Mid West & Peel regions, as the season 2021/22 wraps up. We again capture some great stories of individual performances in finals as well as recognition of those who are keeping Cricket in Regional WA moving forward. If you simply love hearing about and engaging with different regions of WA Country Cricket, regardless of where you live or play ... then we encourage you to sit back, listen and enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode of Out on the Paddock ... we continue on from Episode 6 part B, the story of a Country Cup Match played in 2005, that is known by many simply as a "miracle match". This episode allows all to hear the story via the main character who ensured that the fixture played on that day, would go down in WA Country folklore ... Richard Savage. This episode also explores the full "Sav" progress through his Country career and how WA Country Cricket played a significant part in his journey to date and how that has in many ways, shaped his life. This is WA Country Cricket history captured in a way that you don't want to miss ... enjoy Out on the Paddock, Episode 7 Part B. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us on this episode of Out on the Paddock - Episode 7 Part A, as we hear from Regional representatives from various parts of WA Country Cricket. This episode captures the Grand Final results of Associations in WA regional Cricket as the season 2021/22 wraps up. We also hear some great stories of individual performances as well as the plans for next season in many of these regions. If you simply love hearing about and engaging with different regions of WA Country Cricket ... then this is a classic episode to sit back and have a listen to. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The name Glen Dehring is one that is synonymous with WA Country Cricket and in this episode, we get to hear from the man himself, his incredible Country Cricket story and journey of the past 4 decades. In a career that arguably stands alone amongst so many of his peers, Dehro's tentative early steps in establishing his Cricket career in Bunbury, through to dominating the local scene, Senior Country Week forays, selection in the WA Country XI and ultimately selection as Captain of the Australian Country XI are all captured in this episode. Significantly however, is that this episode also chronicles one of the most famous matches to be played in WA Country Cricket history ... a match simply now known as the "Sav Match", a Country Cup final played on the WACA back in 2005, that etched Bunbury player, Richard Savage's name into the history books and saw Glen Dehrings name also captured for history, in a way that many may not have heard before. This is a fabulous episode featuring a true legend of WA Country Cricket. Sit back and enjoy the wonderful journey of the Master Blaster of WA Country Cricket - Glen Dehring. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this (Part A) of Episode 6 of Out on the Paddock, Rob & Steve discuss the recent Senior Country Week Championship results held in Perth in January, the completion of the Belt Up Country Cup in late February as well as the Natt Cup match featuring the WA Country Colts and the WA Country Masters. This episode also looks at results of recent WA Veterans City versus Country matches, the state of Covid affecting WA Country Cricket Associations and some announcements regarding the Statewide T20 competition and WA Country Masters Cricket Carnival ... plus much more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Out on the Paddock, is absolute Gold. In this episode, we capture the sounds of Junior Country Week Cricket, held in the second week of January 2022. You will hear the sounds, interviews and reflections from players, Coaches and parents as well as a former player from yesteryear, as it happened during the week. If you have ever attended Junior Country Week Cricket in Perth previously, this episode will surely conjure up memories of these amazing weeks in your past and will undoubtedly make you smile at some of what you will hear and what was said. We also capture in this episode, an interview with WA Country Cricket Coordinator, Andrew Hayes, as to how Junior Country Week unfolded this year, as well as how the extreme weather policy is administered for events such as this. We are also joined in this episode by WA Cricket CEO, Christina Matthews, who shares her thoughts on WA Regional Junior Cricket and how Regional Cricket lovers can contribute back into the redevelopment of the WACA ground, so loved by WA Country Cricketers everywhere. And of course, all the results of Junior Country Week are revealed in this episode. So sit back and enjoy soaking up - Episode 5, the Sounds of Junior Country Week. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode of Out on the Paddock takes a look back at the 2022 Southern Smash and the incredible success of this tournament and the growth it continues to maintain. We also preview, in our Country Cricket News section, the upcoming Country Week programs throughout January for both, Men and Women and also Junior Country Week. Finally, we hear the story of a lifetime WA Country Cricketer, former WA Country XI player and one of the most feared left arm fast bowlers of the past few decades ... Chris Waddingham. We examine "Waddo's" time honing his skills, growing up in a remote Indigenous Community, through to a momentary flirt with a career in the AFL and then the wild ride of WA Country Cricket, including multiple Country Weeks and success in the Bunbury Cricket scene. Join us for some great Country Cricket yarns, in this episode 4, of Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode 3 of Out on the Paddock, features the latest in WA Country News from around the State, with a specific focus in this episode on the various representative opportunities for WA Country Cricket for Women with the coach of the WA Womens Country XI Coach, Angele Grey joining us, whilst Chris Secker also joins the Podcast, to outline all the happenings in the North West of WA for Cricket, including the recently completed North West Cup. Our Cricket journey "Special Guest" in this episode is former Australian Test player, Jo Angel, who bookended his amazing career by starting in his playing days in WA Regional Cricket and finishing it in the bush. We hear how WA Country Cricket shaped Jo's career and the opportunities it presented, including playing Country Week as well as how Jo continues to give back to Regional Cricket and the importance he places on this. An amazing man with many great stories to tell ... settle into this episode ... and simply enjoy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In Episode 2 of Out on the Paddock, we look at the upcoming summer of WA Country Cricket with a special focus on the exciting new Women's Country Week. We are joined by Janelle Phillips, a key member of the organising committee who brought to fruition, the first ever edition of Women's Country Week held in Geraldton in January 2021 and is part of the planning for the 2022 carnival. Janelle joins Rob and Steve Philippe to look at what to expect for this summer and reflect on what took place last season. The news section of Episode 2, also gives the opportunity to hear about all things WA Country XI for season 21/22 as Rob and Steve are joined by Australian Country Cricket Championship winning Coach, Tim Edmonds. Finally, we are joined by current Mid West Regional Chair and WA Country Cricket stalwart, Gerard Marquis, who outlines his extensive journey through several decades of playing, coaching and administering in WA Regional Cricket, across multiple regions of WA. This is a fantastic story to tune into with plenty of engaging memories of some golden times in WA Regional Cricket and plenty of learnings to take in, for all to hear. Do yourself a favour and take time out to listen to this Episode - Episode 2 of Out on the Paddock. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A huge welcome to the first ever episode of Out on the Paddock … a new Podcast initiative brought to you by the WA Country Cricket Board and with the support of WA Cricket.Hosted by Rob Marshall, the current Chair of the WA Country Cricket Board, each episode of Out on the Paddock will give you “the listener” a great opportunity to be connected into all the happenings, past, current and future of WA Regional Cricket.Each episode of Out on the Paddock, will not only feature news and critical information of WA Regional Cricket Competitions, such as Senior, Junior and Womens Country Week, but also Country Cup, WA Country XI mens and womens, Country Colts, the WA Country Masters Carnival and opportunities … as well as what is happening out in all things Cricket in the regions of WA Country.But possibly even more exciting … in each episode of Out on the Paddock, we will feature a former or current WA Regional Cricket player or volunteer, who has a story to tell of their passion for WA Country Cricket and the journey they have been on to achieve that passion.In this episode, we chat with and hear the incredible journey of one the living legends of WA Country Cricket – Tuck Waldron.Tuck is one of the most capped WA Country XI players in our history and captained the WA Country XI against more International touring teams, than anyone to date, including the World Champion West Indies team of the 1980s. But it is Tucks story of growing up playing Cricket in Kojonup and for Kojonup at Country Week, that will truly resonate for so many of you, as you listen in.We hope that you will take the opportunity to engage with us in this amazing first episode and in each subsequent episode of Out on the Paddock, to not only stay up to date and informed, but also to hear and associate with our Guests as they tell their stories, which most likely will resonate with your own story.Put us on as you travel in the Car on the way to a match, or in your headphones while you do the gardening or at whatever opportunity presents.Sit back now and enjoy – Out on the Paddock … Episode 1. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.