Two grassroots cricket clubs in the Davidson electorate will receive funding to increase female participation in the sport.
Member for Davidson, Jonathan O’Dea said the Wakehurst Redbacks Cricket Club and the St
Ives Junior Cricket Club were both awarded grants in the final $2 million round of funding under
the NSW ICC T20 World Cup Cricket Legacy Fund.
“T20 cricket has given new life to the game, it is very exciting to watch and is keeping kids
interested and attracting new fans.
“Young women are inspired by players like the remarkable Ellyse Perry and the spectacular
record breaker, Alyssa Healy*.
“It is great news that these two local clubs have responded to a growing demand from girls
who want to play cricket” said Mr O’Dea
Acting Minister for Sport Geoff Lee said the NSW Government has been proud to help upgrade
cricket facilities and boost grassroots development.
“Today’s announcement of the successful recipients brings the total funding amount to $6
million over the last three years, supporting over 200 projects that will continue to benefit
community cricket across NSW for generations to come.”
For more information visit: https://www.sport.nsw.gov.au/t20worldcupfund
Wakehurst Redbacks Cricket Club $2,500 for Promotion of female participation and skill
development.
St Ives Junior Cricket Club $5,000 for Increasing female cricket participation in St Ives
*Among other world records, in March 2020, Alyssa Healy hit the fastest 50 in an ICC
cricket final ever — men's or women's, ODI or T20I.
Wikipedia photo by NAPARAZZI - Southern Stars vs West Indies 2014
