In a powerful demonstration of community spirit, the Airlie Beach Cricket Club (ABCC) is not only making strides to enhance local cricket infrastructure but also offering a helping hand to neighbouring clubs in need.
As part of the Australia Day weekend celebrations, ABCC collaborated with Club Whitsunday to promote cricket activities at their home base, the Sports Park, and raise supportive funds. This partnership was especially meaningful in light of the unfortunate theft of mowing equipment from the Proserpine Junior Cricket Club in late December. In response, ABCC organized meat tray raffles over the weekend to help replace the stolen equipment.
Stephen Logan, Treasurer of ABCC, expressed his gratitude: "This was a fantastic opportunity for ABCC to support Proserpine Junior Cricket in replacing their stolen equipment. We are incredibly thankful to Club Whitsunday, the club patrons, and all members of both ABCC and Proserpine Juniors for their generous support."
The fundraising efforts were met with overwhelming community support, raising a total of $3,427—a significant contribution that will go towards replacing the vital equipment for the Proserpine Jr Cricket Club.
The ABCC’s commitment to community collaboration and sportsmanship, nurturing young talent, and supporting fellow clubs highlights the importance of unity and teamwork. The Proserpine Jr Cricket Club, in particular, has expressed deep appreciation for the overwhelming generosity, with Club President Mike Hope saying, "We’ve just been really overwhelmed by the generosity from the community. Especially the sporting and cricket community."
Thanks to donations, raffles, and support from local businesses, the Proserpine Junior Cricket Club is now on its way to recovery. Their gratitude extends to local contributors like JL Slashing, who helped maintain the oval grass until a new lawnmower could be secured. This show of community support reinforces the strong bond between clubs and small local businesses in the Whitsunday region.
ABCC's proactive efforts continue to inspire, as they work towards providing better facilities and opportunities for the next generation of cricket players while standing alongside their fellow clubs in times of need.
Stephen Logan, Mike Hope, Jess Hope, and Hannah Davies holding the cheque. Photo Credit: Victoria Velton
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