CRICKET
CRICKET LATROBE VALLEY
TIME to hit out or get out.
A new chapter in local cricket history begins next week, with the launch of the inaugural Italian Australian Club Twenty20 Cricket Competition.
The competition is set to bring intense action, community spirit, and plenty of entertainment for the Latrobe Valley.
This eagerly anticipated competition, organised by Cricket Latrobe Valley (CLV), features 16 teams across four pools, offering local players the chance to showcase their talents and compete in a fast-paced T20 format.
The competition will officially get underway next Tuesday (November 19), with matches scheduled every Tuesday evening starting at 5.30pm.
With T20 cricket’s dynamic, short-form nature, it promises to be a thrilling tournament offering plenty of runs, wickets, and nail-biting finishes. The games will be held at various venues across the region, with the Grand Final slated for Friday, January 17, 2025, at 7.30pm under lights at the prestigious Terry Hunter Oval, Traralgon.
The competition will be divided into four pools, with each pool comprising four teams. The top two teams from each pool will advance to the quarter-finals, which will be played on December 10. After a series of exciting matches, the semi-finals are set to take place on January 14, culminating in the Grand Final three days later.
CLV wished to pay tribute to the Italian Australian Club, Morwell, saying they had been instrumental in bringing the competition to life.
“Their generous support and dedication to local community sports has made this event possible, and they continue to be a key partner in promoting the game of cricket in the region,” the league said.
“Cricket Latrobe Valley extends its thanks to the Italian Australian Club for their ongoing commitment to grassroots cricket.
“Additionally, a special mention goes to Loy Yang B Power Station, the major partner of CLV, whose sponsorship has been pivotal in ensuring the success and sustainability of the league. Their support underscores the importance of local businesses and community groups in fostering the growth of regional sports.”
Be sure to come down, get involved, and cheer on your favourite teams this summer!
Italian Australian Club T20 Competition Fixture
POOLS
Pool A: Traralgon West, Imperials, Toongabbie, Ex Students.
Pool B: Willow Grove, Mirboo North, Churchill, Raiders.
Pool C: Centrals, Glengarry, Jeeralang-Boolarra, Gormandale.
Pool D: Latrobe, Rovers, Moe, Morwell.
Venues are first listed team.
Top two from each pool qualify finals.
Pool A Fixture
Round 1 – Tuesday, November 19:
Traralgon West vs Imperials
Toongabbie vs Ex Students
Round 2 – Tuesday, November 26
Ex Students vs Traralgon West
Imperials vs Toongabbie
Round 3 – Tuesday, December 3
Toongabbie vs Traralgon West
Imperials vs Ex Students
Pool B Fixture
Round 1 – Tuesday, November 19
Willow Grove vs Mirboo North
Churchill vs Raiders
Round 2 – Tuesday, November 26
Raiders vs Willow Grove
Mirboo North vs Churchill
Round 3 – Tuesday, December 3
Willow Grove vs Churchill
Mirboo North vs Raiders
Pool C Fixture
Round 1 – Tuesday, November 19
Centrals vs Glengarry
Jeeralang-Boolarra vs Gormandale
Round 2 – Tuesday, November 26
Glengarry vs Jeeralang-Boolarra
Centrals vs Gormandale
Round 3 – Tuesday, December 3
Gormandale vs Glengarry
Jeeralang-Boolarra vs Centrals
Pool D Fixture
Round 1 – Tuesday, November 19
Latrobe vs Rovers
Moe vs Morwell
Round 2 – Tuesday, November 26
Rovers vs Moe
Morwell vs Latrobe
Round 3 – Tuesday, December 3
Moe vs Latrobe
Rovers vs Morwell
FINALS
Quarter finals: Tuesday, December 10
Semi final: Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Final: Friday, January 17, 2025
