Blind Cricket
Monday, July 15, 2024
The Blind Cricket Australia (BCA) Women’s Development Camp was held in Brisbane over the weekend, with 22 players from across the country participating. The camp was attended by the women with various skill and experience including members of the Australian women's team who formed the first ever blind women's cricket team to compete at the International Blind Sports Federation Games in 2023 in Birmingham (where they finished as Runner up to India) through to first timers.
The day started with a fielding session at the Queensland Blind Cricket ground, followed by group discussions, a bonding net session, and a recovery session at the National Cricket Centre. Day 2 included a blend of fitness work, skills sessions, and theory to deepen everyone's understanding of blind cricket.
The final day of the Blind Cricket Australia (BCA) Women’s Development Camp wrapped up with an exciting match between two teams formed from the group of attendees. One team, led by current Australian players who were part of the first ever National team that competed in the International Blind Sports Federation Games in Birmingham in 2024. The teams were led by Australian players Courtney Webeck and Bo Buakho, against the other team, led by Courtney Lewis and Adeline Roe.
Courtney's team won the toss and elected to field first. They capitalised on multiple run outs by Katie Kelly, Eva and Bo Bueakho, with a score of 114 after 20 overs. This total was highlighted by a strong batting partnership, from Tess Whelan (Australian player) scoring 24 and Adeline Ro 25.
Courtney and Bo got their team off to a great start in the second innings, reaching 0/90 at drinks (10 overs) before retiring to let others chase down the final runs in the 15th over. Katie Kelly and Nikki came out to bat. With Samantha Hall (Australian representative) taking the sole wicket for the fielding team with a LBW dismissal of Nikki.
Well done to all involved over the weekend which was run by the wonderful volunteers including Coach Taylah Purton, Assistant Coach Lachlan Wallace and Team Manager Sue Art..
If you are interested, reach out to Blind Cricket Australia and contact your relevant State Blind Cricket Association via this website.
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