Three Eastern Province U19 Cricket players have been selected to attend Cricket SA’s training camp next month at its Centre of Excellence in Hatfield. Matthew Breetzke, Jonathan Draai and Lutho Sipamla will attend the camp which is one of the last opportunities for coaches to see players before the final Coca-Cola SA U19 squad the 2016 ICC U19 World Cup in Bangladesh is chosen. “Having three of our young players selected to attend such an important Cricket SA training camp is a testament … [Read more...] about EP Cricket players make SA U19 Team Shortlist
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Independent Director Nominations Sought
Eastern Province Cricket NPC (EP Cricket) and its Independent Nominations Committee (INC) are calling for nominations for independent directors. Anyone, can make a nomination. "A key attribute of an effective board is the appointment of independent 'outsiders', and we're looking for individuals with independence and a skill set currently lacking on the EP Cricket board." Comments Jesse Chellan, EP Cricket CEO. Looking for three independent directors, EP Cricket and its INC are … [Read more...] about Independent Director Nominations Sought
Local Youth Cricketers Shine
Three Eastern Province U19 Cricket players have been selected to attend Cricket SA's training camp next month at its Centre of Excellence in Hatfield. Matthew Breetzke, Jonathan Draai and Lutho Sipamla will attend the camp which is one of the last opportunities for coaches to see players before the final Coca-Cola SA U19 squad the 2016 ICC U19 World Cup in Bangladesh is chosen. "Having three of our young players selected to attend such an important Cricket SA training camp is a testament … [Read more...] about Local Youth Cricketers Shine
Cricket Coaches reach new heights
Two Eastern Province coaches, Malibongwe Maketa (current Warriors coach) and Christo Esau recently received CSA Level 4 coaching qualifications. The Level 4 certificate is the highest coaching qualification available in South Africa. Esau (37) attended Grey High School and has been involved in cricket all his professional career. He is currently the Coaching Manager at EP Cricket. Christo has played cricket from primary school level and his coaching career started in 2001 as coach of the … [Read more...] about Cricket Coaches reach new heights
EP Cricket T20 team announced
The Africa T20 Cup Tournament gets underway in early September and the Eastern Province team to participate in the tournament has been announced. This inaugural tournament will see thirteen provincial teams plus Kenya, Zimbabwe and Namibia contest the cup. There will be four pools with 4 teams with the winners of each pool going through to a semi final. The matches will be played at Sahara Willowmore Park, Senwes Park, Diamond Oval and Mangaung Oval. EP are in pool C with Griqualand West, Kwa … [Read more...] about EP Cricket T20 team announced
EP Cricket AGM
EPC will implement a new governance structure at its AGM on Saturday 15 August 2015. Adopted by the member clubs in September 2014 and finalized at its general members meeting on the 27th July 2015. The new governance structure will see the following enhancements: Smaller Board of Directors (BOD) consisting of 12 Directors with 7 non–independent Directors elected by the clubs consisting of 1 Rural Representative, 1 Female Representative, 2 Black African Representative and 3 Nelson Mandela … [Read more...] about EP Cricket AGM
The EP Cricket Revival
Eastern Province Cricket NPC and St George's Park is in the process of re-establishing its rightful place as the historic sport entertainment venue in Nelson Mandela Bay. The vibe and atmosphere in the stadium is unique, and as the oldest Test venue in the country St George's Park is without a doubt a sought after experience for many international visitors. Local cricket fans are our biggest supporters and without support from the greater Nelson Mandela Bay community, St George's would not be … [Read more...] about The EP Cricket Revival
Madibaz cricketers aiming for national club champs win
The Mecer Madibaz cricket team will represent Eastern Province at the National Cricket Club Championships in Pretoria from April 22 to 27. The NMMU first eleven qualified for the tournament by winning the Nelson Mandela Bay Cricket Board Premier League earlier this month. The team are no strangers to the national competition, having won it in 2009 and 2011. The tournament sees a total of 12 teams who have won their respective local leagues competing across two pools. "We have a … [Read more...] about Madibaz cricketers aiming for national club champs win
Madibaz cricket structures breed national stars
With alumni such as Simon Harmer, Wayne Parnell, Robin Peterson and Proteas coach Russell Domingo and assistant coach Adrian Birrell, the Mecer Madibaz cricket club is proving to be a platform from which talented players are launching their provincial and national careers. "We have a wonderful structure in place," said Madibaz head coach Baakier Abrahams. The club's performances of late, which include a seventh straight premier league title for the first eleven this season, with the second … [Read more...] about Madibaz cricket structures breed national stars
Chevrolet Warriors Awards
At an end of season and awards dinner held on Tuesday 24 March 2015 at The Granary, Cricket Eastern Cape honoured players for their performances in the 2014-2015 season. The evening was also an opportunity for the franchise to thank and pay tribute to their sponsor for the past 8 years, Chevrolet who will no longer sponsor the Warriors. "Chevrolet provided the franchise with the impetus and support to create a very strong brand within our region and country wide. Their sponsorship did not … [Read more...] about Chevrolet Warriors Awards
Chevrolet Warriors vs Chevrolet Knights Sunfoil Series
The Chevrolet Warriors will travel to East London for their penultimate Sunfoil Series match this week when they go head to head with the Knights. After a gutsy performance last week against the Cobras, the Warriors top order batsmen stuck it out to force a draw on the last day and by doing so retained their 4th spot on the Sunfoil Series log. Chevrolet Warriors captain, Colin Ingram is currently 4th on the leading batting averages for the Sunfoil Series with 780 runs in 15 innings at an … [Read more...] about Chevrolet Warriors vs Chevrolet Knights Sunfoil Series
Malibongwe Maketa appointed Warriors Head Coach
The Board of Directors of Cricket Eastern Cape (Pty) Ltd have announced the appointment of Malibongwe Maketa as Head Coach of the Eastern Cape Franchise, the Warriors. Mali, as he is known, took over as caretaker coach when Piet Botha stepped down in December. A comprehensive recruitment process was put in place in January and the HR & Remco Committee headed by Dr Gary Paul conducted interviews earlier this month. "We embarked upon a very rigorous recruitment and selection process in our … [Read more...] about Malibongwe Maketa appointed Warriors Head Coach
Chevrolet Warriors vs Bizhub Lions Sunfoil Series
Sunfoil Series cricket returns to Buffalo Park this weekend when the Warriors take on the Highveld Lions starting on Thursday 26 February at 10:00. After losing to the Titans in Port Elizabeth last week and moving down on the Sunfoil Series log the Warriors will be wanting to up their game and regain their momentum going into the last few games. The team selected for this fixture is as follows: Colin Ackermann, Colin Ingram (Captain), Michael Price, David White, Sisanda Magala, Andrew … [Read more...] about Chevrolet Warriors vs Bizhub Lions Sunfoil Series
Davy Jacobs to retire from Cricket
Cricket Eastern Cape (Pty) Ltd today announced the decision of Davy Jacobs to retire from franchise cricket. Jacobs has been contracted to the Warriors for 8 years and has been an integral part of the team as a player and captain. He has suffered a number of injuries over the past few years and now feels that his body no longer allows him to play at his best. "This is an emotional time for me but I think I had almost made the decision in August last year and have just not been able to make … [Read more...] about Davy Jacobs to retire from Cricket
Win a copy of Cricketing novel featuring Port Elizabeth
USA based Gaurav Bhalla has released his first novel, The Curse and the Cup. This 390-page novel is set in South Africa, and tells the story of three generations of prodigious left-arm spinners in the Lingani family from New Brighton, Port Elizabeth. The author shows his love of cricket and the book offers even non-cricketers an easy Billy Elliott-type plot that retains shine and movement to its final ball. The grandfather, Vuyisa, becomes a bowling legend in New Brighton and dreams of … [Read more...] about Win a copy of Cricketing novel featuring Port Elizabeth
