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DERBYSHIRE CRICKET BOARD Club Development – Volunteers – OSCAs |
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DERBYSHIRE CRICKET BOARD Club Development – Volunteers – OSCAs |
            
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The Derbyshire Cricket Board OSCAs
On Tuesday 24th August 2010, after weeks of waiting and record nominations, the Derbyshire Cricket Board welcomed a wealth of volunteers, both young and old to celebrate their success and hard work throughout the county at their annual DCB OSCA’s event. The Outstanding Services to cricket Awards (OSCA’s) are our way of recognising the tremendous contribution given by volunteers who are so often the unsung heroes of the game. Many work tirelessly behind the scenes from preparing pitches to making the teas and without whom cricket as a whole would be very different. It was also a chance to reward and recognise the coaches who have delivered on the Chance to Shine programme this year and the Derbyshire winners of the Sky Sports Awards. The evening was also enriched as many other volunteers took advantage of complimentary tickets provided by the County Club. The DCB and County Club worked closely together to give club volunteers, coaches and officials the opportunity to be part of the celebrations. Derbyshire's winning nominees pictured from left: Andy Smith (Ashbourne CC), Derek Slack (Old Glossop CC), Terry Dorr (Umpire), Sue Marshall (W & M CC), Dave Bull (DCB Management Board - presenting awards), Janice Price (Derbyshire Dales SSP), Christian Foster (Whitwell CC), Kevin Malone (Killamarsh Juniors CC), Niven Roper (Leagues and Boards)
Photographs of the winning Derbyshire nominees are courtesy of David Griffin, DCCC Official Photographer On a grey overcast evening when showers were forecast people turned up in their numbers to watch the Derbyshire Falcons take on the Middlesex Panthers in a Clydesdale Bank 40 over floodlit match. The event took place in the brilliant Marquee Hospitality Suite at the County Ground.
Mick Glenn, The DCB Club Cricket Development Manager started the evening off, welcoming all those in attendance. There was tea and coffee on arrival and soft drinks and wine (for those requiring something a little stronger!) were served at the bar by Jacqui Hendrick, Neil Birkitt and Ed Harvey (visiting the DCB on a week’s work experience). Once the game was underway a hot buffet was served and everyone ‘tucked in’.
During the interval between innings the presentations were made by Dave Bull, a member of the DCB Management Board to the seven County winners. They were presented with a framed certificate for their Outstanding Contribution to Cricket. The County Winners were as follows:
Kevin Malone, Killamarsh Juniors Cricket Club
Kevin holds the post of Treasurer for the cricket club and is Assistant Groundsman. He assists with the organisation of all junior teams and is chief supporter, both at junior and senior games. He plays a major role in fundraising and seeking sponsorship for the club. A naturally unassuming person who never puts himself first, Kevin ensures the smooth running of the club at every level. The work he does is completed unobtrusively, without others necessarily being aware. This is, in fact, what makes Kevin so special. Whatever needs to be done, he will support and contribute towards it, without ever being asked to do so.
Building Partnerships Wirksworth & Middleton Cricket Club
Wirksworth & Middleton Cricket Club has established great links with the local school sports partnership, and together they have delivered the Chance to Shine initiative to nine local primary schools, involving 200+ young people, each year since 2007. Collaborative working has enabled the strengthening of school-club links and an increase in skill levels through weekly coaching sessions in curriculum time and after-school clubs in each school. The Anrthony Gell School team became U13 Midlands Champions in the Lady Taverners’ Cup this year and finished fourth in the national final at Lords. Most of the girls are members of Wirksworth & Middleton Cricket Club, and the club, school, SSP, local community and NGB have all enjoyed celebrating this achievement, made possible by working together to develop cricket through schools and clubs.
Lifetime Achiever Derek Slack, Old Glossop Cricket Club
Derek has been involved with Old Glossop Cricket Club for more than 50 years, and this year is his 50th as secretary – a role that sees him involved in anything and everything. To say Derek is an Old Glossop legend is an understatement – apart from his role as secretary he has also been treasurer, groundsman, done teas, run junior teams and coached and supported many young cricketers to come through the ranks. For the past 25 years he has run the Tote draw, and he does this every Sunday night without fail, helping to raise valuable funds for the club. Derek was heavily involved in the work to bring a new pavilion to the club, and this was erected in 1993 and used for the first time at the start of the 1994 season. He also represents the club out in the wider community, which includes attending the Glossopdale Sport and Recreation Forum on behalf of the club.
NatWest CricketForce Ashbourne Cricket Club
2010 was the first time Ashbourne Cricket Club had got involved with NatWest CricketForce but, with the help of an enthusiastic project leader with an understanding of the bigger picture, the initiative became a vehicle to really make a difference to this small club. Ahead of the weekend itself, club chairman Andy Smith showed he had the passion to make things happen and an ability to get others involved, and several sponsors donated money or in-kind support, including Waitrose which gave the club £1,500. To raise further money the club did bag packing in Sainsbury’s which raised £740. Andy was also able to secure funding from the town council after pitching to them at a meeting wearing his cricket whites! More than 50 volunteers came forward to help, including the Mayor who got her hands dirty cleaning the toilets!
Officiating – Umpires and Scorers Terry Dorr
Terry moved to Derbyshire from his home town of Northampton where he first umpired for Northampton Saints Cricket Club. He is one of the original umpires who undertook duties in the Derbyshire Premier League and is still officiating in this league. Under the Association of Cricket Umpires and Scorers Terry became the East Midlands Examination Officer and now under the ECB Association of Cricket Officials he is undertaking the duties of the Midlands Education Officer. The highlight of Terry’s umpiring career to date was being appointed to umpire the final of the National Village Cup played at Lord’s.
Young Volunteer Christian Foster, Whitwell Cricket Club
23-year-old Christian initially joined Whitwell Cricket Club as an 11-year-old junior, and has been an active volunteer with the club for five years. His roles have included youth team captain, deputy secretary and secretary, and he has now been treasurer for the past two years – a huge task which he took on despite no previous financial training. He has also been 2nd team captain for the past three years, and is the U11 team coach, deputy groundsman and an important member of the social events organising committee. He is the first to do any jobs and the last to go home, balancing all his voluntary commitments with the Cricket Club with a full-time job and a girlfriend. Christian has also been at the forefront of growing the Friday night youth coaching sessions from an initial eight children to 60 children attending each week. He is a very committed volunteer and very much a product of himself as there is no family connection to the club.
Leagues and Boards Niven Roper
Niven Roper as Finance Manager has played an important & integral part in the development of DCB. As Finance Manager Niven became a key member of the DCB Executive Operations Committee the group that has managed & overseen the many changes that the DCB has undergone in recent years. Niven left his DCB post in March 2009 but thankfully still retains an involvement in cricket. He acts as the Independent Examiner of Accounts for the Derbyshire County Cricket League (one of the largest leagues in the country) & also continues to assist in the development of umpires & Scorers. Niven also acts as a Derbyshire CRB verifier & is a well respected umpire officiating in the Derbyshire Premier League & County League. In cricketing terms Niven would be termed an ‘all rounder’ An important & valued member of the Derbyshire cricket community respected by all & truly worthy of this nomination
The winners in each category will be invited to the National OSCA’s event at Lord’s which takes place on Monday 18th October 2010. Last year Jean Jordison of Sandiacre Town CC was shortlisted for a National Award. Let’s hope that Derbyshire can emerge with a winner in 2010. Following the presentation to the Derbyshire winners, the other Derbyshire nominees came forward to receive their certificates.
The evening ended with a resounding victory for Derbyshire – what a finish! The event was a huge success and it was a chance for volunteers to get the recognition they deserve - all cricket clubs rely on volunteers who put so much time and effort into their cricket club. The DCB would like to express their thanks to Keith Loring, Kerry Madeley and everyone at Derbyshire CCC for kindly allowing us to use the Marquee Hospitality Suite for our OSCA’s event. There is no doubt that this excellent facility raised the profile of the event considerably making for a truly memorable experience. A comment from Mick Glenn – DCB Club Cricket Development Manager “The people who volunteer in cricket really are the lifeblood of our great game. Without their continued efforts, cricket clubs and their players would be much poorer within Derbyshire. We are extremely fortunate to have so many dedicated and committed people working to improve clubs and cricket in our County.”
Wednesday 25th August 2010 Introduction to Cricket – ‘Be Involved’
From the coaches and officials out in the field to the administrators, committee members and fundraisers, the development of cricket clubs relies on the continued willingness of volunteers to invest both their time and expertise. Volunteers are the most valuable resource a cricket club has. They are a priceless investment using their time, expertise, passion, quality, and patience for their community clubs. There is now a resource available to clubs to assist in the recruitment of volunteers. It is ‘Introduction to Cricket – Be Involved’ which is designed to help clubs recruit volunteers.
The overall aims of the course are:
Most clubs need volunteers and the DCB is committed to making these workshops widely available to clubs. We believe that this course can be effectively delivered by club members (facilitators) who know their own club. To support the delivery of the course the DCB is to run two workshops for club facilitators. The aim of these workshops would be to:
Clubs who attend a Facilitators’ Workshop will be able to access a resource pack to run a course free of charge. For more information contact Mick Glenn at mick.glenn@dcbcricket.com All you need to know about Volunteers From the coaches and officials out in the field to the administrators, committee members and fundraisers, the development of cricket clubs relies on the continued willingness of volunteers to invest both their time and expertise.
Volunteers are the most
valuable resource a cricket club has. They are a priceless investment using
their time, expertise, passion, quality, and patience for their community
clubs. Some of the volunteer roles may include:
If you are interested or would like further information please call:- Mick Glenn – Cricket Development Manager on 01332 388130 or email: mick.glenn@derbyshireccc.com Benefits to the volunteer It is important that people involved in cricket at all levels recognise volunteers' efforts and support and reward those who volunteer within the game. Equally as well as ‘giving’ to an organisation each volunteer will be getting something back – volunteering has many rewards and benefits for the individual. · Gain experience in a sports environment · Develop new skills and attributes · Be part of a club or community sports organisation · Enhance you employability and improve your CV · Give something back to the game Benefits to the club or programme Here are some quotes from volunteer organisers in sports programmes and clubs about the benefits of engaging with volunteers: “Volunteer coaches and managers allow us to have more kids involved.” “Volunteer work offers work experience to volunteers.” “Because we are under-resourced we need volunteers to survive.” “We want our club to be a community of people all working towards the same ends – the fact that people are willing to work for no financial pay shows that our cause is worth working for and that people aren’t clients.” “Because we need the perceptions and experience of as wide a range of people as possible to help us do the work properly, for example people with disabilities, professional people and people from ethnic minorities.” “Volunteers can provide much needed extra pair of hands.” “Volunteers often have first-hand experience needed to run our club.” “We can help volunteers get skills and experience that can help them get jobs in sport.” “It is a way to keep ex-players involved in the cricket.” Community benefits Volunteering in cricket has the following benefits to your community:- · Building a healthy population · Teaching the values of a healthy lifestyle · Building relationships of trust between different generations, genders and ethnic groups · Building community leadership and organisational capacity · Providing opportunities for individual and collective progression through training and development · Maintaining facilities which are of wider community benefit than simply for sports · Advancing standards of personal, community and national performance through the use of volunteer coaches · Providing non-cash based solutions to community capacity building, consistent with the objectives of community planning · Improving the wider availability/national capacity of motivational, people management and team co-ordination skills Common questions
What can I do?
Do I need to be
fantastic at a sport?
Do I need coaching
qualifications?
How much time do I need
to have?
Do I need a disclosure
check? Who do I need to contact? Mick Glenn – Cricket Development Manager Email:- mick.glenn@derbyshireccc.com Telephone:- 01332 388130 Useful Links:- http://www.ecb.co.uk/development/volunteers
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