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2026-27 Executive and Committee
At the AGM held recently at the Dandenong Club the Executive and Committee for season 2026-27 was elected: President - Fred Femia Vice President - Warren Griffin Secretary - Cooper Denny Treasurer - Stephen Potter General Committee Brad Wilkins - Junior Coordinator, Jenny Reid, Blake Teunissen, Brad Garbett, Chris Aylen, Marc Kennedy, Di Kennedy, Nathan Caton, Sean Langenberg, Lisa Baltruschaitis, Zac Clarke Registrations are about to open and members will be notified shortly. Preseason training details have been posted to the club Facebook page and on this website.
PRE-SEASON IS BACK
PRE-SEASON IS BACK Senior pre-season training dates are in for this season, commencing Wednesday 29 July and running across eight weeks. New players are welcome, come down and get involved. Wednesday nights, 6:00-7:00pm (arrive 5:45pm) Topline Cricket, 31 Burgess Rd, Bayswater North VIC 3153
2026 Sport & Leisure - Best Club Initiated Program
The club is delighted to have won the 2026 Sport & Leisure - Best Club Initiated Program at the Knox City Council Awards this evening for our very successful and full of fun and laughs Smash Cricket program for Women & Girls. Thank you to the Knox Council for your support of the club and these awards, many deserving clubs and volunteers recognised tonight. Thanks to everyone who participated and supported the Smash Cricket program which will return for the 2026/27 season. Thanks also to Steve Box @ Cricket Victoria and the team at Cricket Australia for their support in assisting us establish the program focused on fun, socialising, participation and inclusion.
JORDAN KEIR IS COMING HOME!
Jordan Keir is returning to Eildon Park for the 2026/27 season, and we couldn't be more pleased to have him back in Panthers colours. Jordy spent last season in Port Fairy's 1st XI, but Eildon Park is where he belongs. As one of our best opening bowlers, he has been a big part of this club's success over the years - two 2nd XI premierships, a 3rd XI flag, and more junior flags than we can count on one hand. His last full season here he was at his best too, taking home the 2nd XI bowling award with 21 wickets @17 including an inspiring 5/27. The club is a better place when this bloke is around. Welcome back, Jordy - we're glad to have you.
RECOMMITTED - HARRI & LACHIE BALTRUSCHAITIS
The Balts brothers are back, and after the season they just had, we couldn't be happier about it. Lachie was our standout batter in the 1sts last season - 432 runs @39.27 with a top score of 98 is a serious return for anyone, let alone a young bloke coming into senior cricket. He also pulled on the FTGDCA colours at Country Week, a well-deserved recognition of what he brings to our side. Harri was just as important. He locked down a spot opening the batting and scored 350 runs @31.82, then did damage with the ball too - 16 wickets @25, highlighted by 6/39 against South Belgrave. And if that wasn't enough, both played a big role in our U18s premiership this year. Lachie and Harri each hit two centuries in the grade, and Harri also managed to jag a hattrick! We can't wait to see what you both bring in 2026/27.
COACHING ANNOUNCEMENT - David Bell
EPCC is proud to welcome our new Senior Coach — David Bell. With 47 years in cricket, David brings an exceptional depth of experience across DDCA Turf 1, Premier Cricket with Hawthorn District (1st & 2nd XI), and a dominant era at North Dandenong — including 7 straight finals as captain/coach. His coaching journey spans DDCA, Premier pathways, and ECA Dunstan Shield, before returning to North Dandy again to guide them to another semi-final. He’s also a Victorian Over‑50s National Champion. Across his career, David has coached 22 of the last 30 years — developing players, building culture, and lifting standards everywhere he goes. A massive addition to the Panthers. Welcome to Eildon Park, David Bell.
🚨 PLAYERS WANTED 🚨
Season 2026/27 is coming and we want YOU at Eildon Park Cricket Club. Get in touch at epccpresident@gmail.com epccsecretary17@gmail.com
🚨 NEW PLAYER SIGNING 🚨 — Matt Plumridge
Eildon Park Cricket Club is thrilled to welcome Matt Plumridge to the club for the upcoming season! Joining his brother Luke who was announced earlier this month, Matt arrives from Knoxfield CC with plenty to offer with both bat and ball. Last season he took 19 wickets at 19.89 with a best of 4/32, and scored 213 runs at 23.67 including a century. We're only seeing the start of what he can do. We're looking forward to seeing what the Plumridge brothers can do together in EPCC colours. Welcome to the club, Matt!
🐈⬛ TOM HUMPHRIES IS BACK 🐈⬛
TOM HUMPHRIES IS BACK Our 1st XI skipper has signed on for another season at Eildon Park — and we couldn't be happier about it. 24 wickets across all comps, a FTGCA Country Week representative, and we genuinely feel like he's only scratching the surface of what he can produce. The best is still to come. Anyone who watched us this season knows how much he brought to the group — on the field and off it. He's been a huge part of what we're building here, and we're stoked to have him locked in again. More of the same in 2026/27, Tom. Let's go!
🚨 NEW PLAYER SIGNING 🚨 — Luke Plumridge
Eildon Park Cricket Club is thrilled to welcome Luke Plumridge to the club for the upcoming season! One of the FTGDCA’s brightest young talents, Luke makes the move across from Knoxfield and brings quality with both bat and ball. Many will remember his outstanding performance on our turf in the Norm Reeves Shield Reserve Grand Final back in March — opening the bowling, sending down a remarkable 36 overs straight, and finishing with a superb 5/53, including 17 maidens. If that wasn’t enough, he also showed his composure with the bat in a tense run-chase, finishing 30* to secure the premiership. We can’t wait to see what Luke brings to the Panthers this season. Welcome to the club, Plum!
APPLY TO BE OUR SENIOR COACH
Eildon Park Cricket Club is seeking applications for the position of Senior Head Coach for the 2026/27 season and beyond. The Senior Head Coach will lead our senior program, oversee player development, assist with match strategy and team selections, and play a key role in fostering a positive club culture. 📩 To apply, please email your application to: epccpresident@gmail.com 📞 Or call 0421 431 352 to discuss All applications will be treated confidentially.
