Footscray Cricket Association
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The old FCA. Folded in the mid 1990's and most of the teams went into the Sunshine assocation who then folded a few years later and the remaining teams went in to the Williamstown assocation
Some great clubs played in the FCA - ANA, Bucks, Balmoral, Maribyrnong, Laurel, VUT, Tottenham, West Rec (I think that what they were called).
Rumour at the time it folded was thet the FCA was cashed up and heaps in the Bank..
The old FCA. Folded in the mid 1990's and most of the teams went into the Sunshine assocation who then folded a few years later and the remaining teams went in to the Williamstown assocation
Some great clubs played in the FCA - ANA, Bucks, Balmoral, Maribyrnong, Laurel, VUT, Tottenham, West Rec (I think that what they were called).
Rumour at the time it folded was thet the FCA was cashed up and heaps in the Bank..
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The best thing about Bucks was their home ground.
Fine leg on one ground is standing at 2nd slip on another!!
The best thing about Bucks was their home ground.
Fine leg on one ground is standing at 2nd slip on another!!
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yes way too many wickets there at Anglis Reserve and over laping each other.
OHHHHHHH NO BALL!!;120277 said:The best thing about Bucks was their home ground.
Fine leg on one ground is standing at 2nd slip on another!!
yes way too many wickets there at Anglis Reserve and over laping each other.
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I remember playing there, when there was five wickets in play. These days, only two wickets are used on a Saturday, with ANA & Kingsville Baptist using them, while a 3rd wicket used on Sundays by the Churches comp. Next year apparently the council are going to move both ANA'S and Kingsville wickets in the middle of the ground, only having the two wickets in play. Just as well l guess, though must admitt just isnt the same atmosphere as years gone by.
Opening Batsman;121189 said:
I remember playing there, when there was five wickets in play. These days, only two wickets are used on a Saturday, with ANA & Kingsville Baptist using them, while a 3rd wicket used on Sundays by the Churches comp. Next year apparently the council are going to move both ANA'S and Kingsville wickets in the middle of the ground, only having the two wickets in play. Just as well l guess, though must admitt just isnt the same atmosphere as years gone by.
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There were other strong teams playing in the FCA in the 80s at one stage, Yarraville Club, Footscray United, Wembley, Footscray City, RAAF, and three new commers in the last coulple of seasons in the FCA, Melton South, Bellbridge & Thorobreds.
Sad to say quite a few of the old clubs have folded since the FCA went under: Bucks, Maribyrnong, Laurel ,V.U.T/Tottenham which merged and folded couple of years later, Footscray City and West Rec/West Footscray.
Out of the Founding members of the FCA, l beleive only Yarraville Club & Footscray ANA have survived to date.
Opening Batsman;118131 said:
There were other strong teams playing in the FCA in the 80s at one stage, Yarraville Club, Footscray United, Wembley, Footscray City, RAAF, and three new commers in the last coulple of seasons in the FCA, Melton South, Bellbridge & Thorobreds.
Sad to say quite a few of the old clubs have folded since the FCA went under: Bucks, Maribyrnong, Laurel ,V.U.T/Tottenham which merged and folded couple of years later, Footscray City and West Rec/West Footscray.
Out of the Founding members of the FCA, l beleive only Yarraville Club & Footscray ANA have survived to date.
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Just letting all those past FCA players know, that there is a big 75th reunion being organised for the FCA. We are attempting to have a combined team of past FCA players play a game against past Footscray ANA players as its also their 75th Reunion. Its anticpated that this reunion will be in middle of March at Angliss Reserve in Yarraville. I will post the date when it becomes Available. There will be adds place in various local news papers in the comming weeks.
Just letting all those past FCA players know, that there is a big 75th reunion being organised for the FCA. We are attempting to have a combined team of past FCA players play a game against past Footscray ANA players as its also their 75th Reunion. Its anticpated that this reunion will be in middle of March at Angliss Reserve in Yarraville. I will post the date when it becomes Available. There will be adds place in various local news papers in the comming weeks.
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FOOTSCRAY CRICKET ASSOCIATION 75TH ANNIVERSAY REUNION
SUNDAY 4TH MARCH 2007 ANGLISS RESERVE 12 NOON
The Footscray ANA Cricket club, formed in 1931-32, will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Sunday 4th March 2007 with a players' reunion. This will be held at Angliss Reserve beginning at 12 noon and ending at 6pm. A barbecue lunch, an open canteen and bar facilities will be available.
The event will also coincide with the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Footscray Cricket Association which also began in 1931-32. Former players and officials from all FCA clubs are invited to attend and swap stories with friends and 'foes' alike. People are encouraged to bring along any items of memorabilia. Please pass on this information to others.
The highlight of the day will be a Twenty20 match played between a team of retired ANA players up against a team of retired FCA players. Len Balcam, the former Victorian and Queensland state representative, has said he'll play. The game is scheduled to start at 1pm.
Closing speeches will be held at 5pm. For details please contact Graeme Hodgart on 9311-155 or email him at ghodgart@optusnet.com.au
FOOTSCRAY CRICKET ASSOCIATION 75TH ANNIVERSAY REUNION
SUNDAY 4TH MARCH 2007 ANGLISS RESERVE 12 NOON
The Footscray ANA Cricket club, formed in 1931-32, will celebrate its 75th anniversary on Sunday 4th March 2007 with a players' reunion. This will be held at Angliss Reserve beginning at 12 noon and ending at 6pm. A barbecue lunch, an open canteen and bar facilities will be available.
The event will also coincide with the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Footscray Cricket Association which also began in 1931-32. Former players and officials from all FCA clubs are invited to attend and swap stories with friends and 'foes' alike. People are encouraged to bring along any items of memorabilia. Please pass on this information to others.
The highlight of the day will be a Twenty20 match played between a team of retired ANA players up against a team of retired FCA players. Len Balcam, the former Victorian and Queensland state representative, has said he'll play. The game is scheduled to start at 1pm.
Closing speeches will be held at 5pm. For details please contact Graeme Hodgart on 9311-155 or email him at ghodgart@optusnet.com.au
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Just a update, Johny Sharp has put up his hand also to play for the FCA combined side. Also team of the Century captain Len Hunter is playing for the ANA side. Hope to see you there , should be a laugh...
WDCAcricketer;136063 said:
Just a update, Johny Sharp has put up his hand also to play for the FCA combined side. Also team of the Century captain Len Hunter is playing for the ANA side. Hope to see you there , should be a laugh...
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Calling all past B.U.C.K's, West Footscray, V.U.T, Tottenham, Laurel, Maryibnong, Footscray City, Footscray Colts, RAAF, Yarraville Club, and Balmoral Players, to come down on the 4th March 2007 at 12 Mid day at Angliss Reserve in Yarraville, corner of Roberts St & Francis st for the FCA reunion.
WDCAcricketer;136063 said:
Calling all past B.U.C.K's, West Footscray, V.U.T, Tottenham, Laurel, Maryibnong, Footscray City, Footscray Colts, RAAF, Yarraville Club, and Balmoral Players, to come down on the 4th March 2007 at 12 Mid day at Angliss Reserve in Yarraville, corner of Roberts St & Francis st for the FCA reunion.
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A great day was held, heaps of stories told and lots of green cans drunk. ANA piped FCA by a couple of runs. Len Balcam still showed bit of fire for the FCA team, and old timer Len Hunter for ANA showed he still had it in him at 70!, truely amazing, runup and all..... Players/spectators for the FCA, represented former FCA teams: Tottenham,Yarraville club, Footscray City, BUCKS, Laurel, VUT, Footscray United,West Footscray & Footscray ANA.
WDCAcricketer;140720 said:
A great day was held, heaps of stories told and lots of green cans drunk. ANA piped FCA by a couple of runs. Len Balcam still showed bit of fire for the FCA team, and old timer Len Hunter for ANA showed he still had it in him at 70!, truely amazing, runup and all..... Players/spectators for the FCA, represented former FCA teams: Tottenham,Yarraville club, Footscray City, BUCKS, Laurel, VUT, Footscray United,West Footscray & Footscray ANA.
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Which teams were the hardest to beat?
Always thought BUCKS were very strong in the 90's, much like the Collingwood of the FCA, played hard but always good for a drink after the game.
Which teams were the hardest to beat?
Always thought BUCKS were very strong in the 90's, much like the Collingwood of the FCA, played hard but always good for a drink after the game.
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How did BUCKS fold, They had a number of teams somethink like 5 in total with 2 teams in B Turf at one stage, I been told they had a lots and lots of dollars but yet there players were not paid (mind you they were poach from other clubs). Been suggested to me that someone ran away with all the money..
WDCAcricketer;149628 said:
How did BUCKS fold, They had a number of teams somethink like 5 in total with 2 teams in B Turf at one stage, I been told they had a lots and lots of dollars but yet there players were not paid (mind you they were poach from other clubs). Been suggested to me that someone ran away with all the money..
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The year before they folded they had five teams, apparently they had the players but no one willing to do the administration. I beleive their money is still in trust, no idea of how much. I know at one stage they had alot of dollars in the bank, as l knew one of there past treasures. I even think they owned their club rooms outright. Ive heard the roumours too that people stole money, not sure if its true though. Its a sad trend to see these local club folds, theres up to half a dozen opposition clubs ive played against over the years that no longer exist today.
Opening Batsman;149812 said:
The year before they folded they had five teams, apparently they had the players but no one willing to do the administration. I beleive their money is still in trust, no idea of how much. I know at one stage they had alot of dollars in the bank, as l knew one of there past treasures. I even think they owned their club rooms outright. Ive heard the roumours too that people stole money, not sure if its true though. Its a sad trend to see these local club folds, theres up to half a dozen opposition clubs ive played against over the years that no longer exist today.
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Had a look at the FCA Honour board last night and found that 4 of the past A Turf Preimers of the FCA in the 1990's have folded over the years:
FCA A Turf Preimers
1990/1991 WRFL (West Footscray)
1991/1992 BUCKS
1992/1993 Yarraville Club
1993/1994 Tottenham
1994/1995 Maryibnong
1995/1996 BUCKS
1996/1997 BUCKS
FCA folded after the 1996/1997 Season
Had a look at the FCA Honour board last night and found that 4 of the past A Turf Preimers of the FCA in the 1990's have folded over the years:
FCA A Turf Preimers
1990/1991 WRFL (West Footscray)
1991/1992 BUCKS
1992/1993 Yarraville Club
1993/1994 Tottenham
1994/1995 Maryibnong
1995/1996 BUCKS
1996/1997 BUCKS
FCA folded after the 1996/1997 Season
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Another interesting find , yarraville club won a hatrick of premierships in the late 80s.
Another interesting find , yarraville club won a hatrick of premierships in the late 80s.
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There were some sensational players in the FCA through the closing stages of the comp. Thought ld start a segment, where are they now? If l missed any good players, let me know and will add them to the list.
BUCKS-
Mick Davies
Alex Luca
Don Grey
Paul Ingis
David Kershaw
Dale Mc Veigh
VUT/FIT
Michael Sammut
Reg Bennit
Phil Crea- (With Grand United now)
Marty Farrugia
Manilo
WRFL
Joe Farrugia
Peter Betson
Wayne O'Connor
Gordan Salopek
Shane Lucas
MARIBYRNONG
Andrew Clark
Brad Krohn
Jamie Chatteron
Andrew Mosca
John Rainone
TOTTENHAM
Len Balcom- (Currently at Newport Digman)
John Mikelakos
Michael Tuzni
Harold Kelly
BALMORAL
Chirs Hill
Shane Dreier
Mark Wallen
LAUREL
Robert McDonald
Shane McEachran (Currently at Yarraville Club)
Steve Nickolic
YARRAVILLE CLUB
Greg Evans
Gary Tuner (Retired?)
Mal Brown Kerr
FOOTSCRAY ANA
Tony Gustin
Karl Kivienen
Pau Kukucka (Still Playing)
Graeme Hodgart (Retired)
MELTON SOUTH
M.Carol
B.Hickey
There were some sensational players in the FCA through the closing stages of the comp. Thought ld start a segment, where are they now? If l missed any good players, let me know and will add them to the list.
BUCKS-
Mick Davies
Alex Luca
Don Grey
Paul Ingis
David Kershaw
Dale Mc Veigh
VUT/FIT
Michael Sammut
Reg Bennit
Phil Crea- (With Grand United now)
Marty Farrugia
Manilo
WRFL
Joe Farrugia
Peter Betson
Wayne O'Connor
Gordan Salopek
Shane Lucas
MARIBYRNONG
Andrew Clark
Brad Krohn
Jamie Chatteron
Andrew Mosca
John Rainone
TOTTENHAM
Len Balcom- (Currently at Newport Digman)
John Mikelakos
Michael Tuzni
Harold Kelly
BALMORAL
Chirs Hill
Shane Dreier
Mark Wallen
LAUREL
Robert McDonald
Shane McEachran (Currently at Yarraville Club)
Steve Nickolic
YARRAVILLE CLUB
Greg Evans
Gary Tuner (Retired?)
Mal Brown Kerr
FOOTSCRAY ANA
Tony Gustin
Karl Kivienen
Pau Kukucka (Still Playing)
Graeme Hodgart (Retired)
MELTON SOUTH
M.Carol
B.Hickey
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Hated playing those bastards from Bucks, Grant Jones was a good bat, and they had a good slowie Scott Gilham but most of the rest were just tossers. What about some other FCA legends like John Bjorjenak, Larry Simmons, Vid Richardson, John Sharp, Terry Cahill, Wayne Connor, Lucky Aripides Gary and Steven Barrow. Some quality players running round years back. Cant ever remember any good players at Balmoral, they were a disgrace.
Hated playing those bastards from Bucks, Grant Jones was a good bat, and they had a good slowie Scott Gilham but most of the rest were just tossers. What about some other FCA legends like John Bjorjenak, Larry Simmons, Vid Richardson, John Sharp, Terry Cahill, Wayne Connor, Lucky Aripides Gary and Steven Barrow. Some quality players running round years back. Cant ever remember any good players at Balmoral, they were a disgrace.
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Out of all those players only got a chance to play against Burrows, he was a good player, l beleive played district too. Always had a good rivalry against BUCKS, and all their games were a tough battle. Their first were kings of intimidation. I still remember the famous post Grand Final punch up in the mid 90's when they won the A Turf Primership, and we won the B Turf. Lasted about 5 minutes in between BUCKS and ANA'S rooms, couple of good whacks were landed and in the end most of our guys ended up drinking with them in BUCKS room, figure that one out! Must say their rooms were always buzzing with people, a shame they folded...
Mitcha;153210 said:
Out of all those players only got a chance to play against Burrows, he was a good player, l beleive played district too. Always had a good rivalry against BUCKS, and all their games were a tough battle. Their first were kings of intimidation. I still remember the famous post Grand Final punch up in the mid 90's when they won the A Turf Primership, and we won the B Turf. Lasted about 5 minutes in between BUCKS and ANA'S rooms, couple of good whacks were landed and in the end most of our guys ended up drinking with them in BUCKS room, figure that one out! Must say their rooms were always buzzing with people, a shame they folded...