Subiaco Marist Cricket Club

Subiaco Marist Cricket Club ("SMCC") is a renowned cricket club based in Churchlands, Western Australia. The club is a member of the "Western Australian Suburban Turf Cricket Association" ("WASTCA").

History

The club was borne from an amalgamation of "Marist Newman Old Boys" ("MNOB") and "Subiaco Women's Cricket Club" in the year 2000. Women's and Men's teams have lived up to the club's motto of "Spirit, Mateship, Character, Commitment" by winning numerous premierships (seven) since the year of amalgamation [http://www.smcc.asn.au/file/Yearbook_200405.pdf] . Prior to this year, Subiaco Women's Cricket Club had been crowned state champions on 24 occasions. Eight women from SWCC/SMCC have represented Australia [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53420.html] , [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53426.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53600.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53601.html] , [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53550.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53604.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/53510.html] , [http://www.smcc.asn.au/file/Yearbook_200405.pdf] , [http://content-aus.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/country.html?country=2] . MNOB had laid claim to 11 premierships during their shorter history [http://www.smcc.asn.au/file/Yearbook_200405.pdf] . Three SMCC players have represented England at test level [http://www.smcc.asn.au/file/Yearbook_200405.pdf] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/england/content/player/9042.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/england/content/player/14244.html] [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/england/content/player/22301.html]

The fifth grade teams have in particular produced a number of memorable performances over the years, both on the field (with bat and ball) and off. The unofficial club anthem was composed by two fifth grade players after its historic premiership victory in the season 2002/03.

The club's greatness was recognised when it was chosen to feature in the Electronic Arts computer game "Cricket 2004".

Colours and Insignia

The colours of the club represent the harmony of man and woman, with a tasteful combination of dark and pale blue (inherited from MNOB) and claret (from Subiaco). The symbol of SMCC is a stylised shield, representing the united and resilient spirit of all Subiaco Marist "warriors".

Other names

The club is officially referred to as "Subiaco Marist United", but has been variously referred to by other nicknames, such as "Marist Brothers" and "Subi Markets".

Rivals

Subiaco Marist prides itself on its reputation for fair play. However, "sportsmanship" does not always preclude "gamesmanship" and as such, a small number of healthy sporting rivalries have developed with other members of the "WASTCA". Such clubs include "Applecross CC", "High Wycombe CC" and most recently "Western Suburbs CC". However, the title of "Arch-Rival" belongs to the northern suburban powerhouse club "Whitfords CC".

Club legends

The doyen of "SMCC" is John (William) Lucas, known as "JL". Other golden greats include (but are not limited to):
* Steve McCarthy
* Bill Morris
* Burgo
* Haydos
* Rhino

Governance

Key office bearers for the 2007/08 season are:

President: Michael Xanthis
Vice President: David Durack
Treasurer: Colin Haughton
Secretary: Wade Spilcker

External links

* [http://www.smcc.asn.au Official SMCC Homepage]
* [http://www.wastca.asn.au WASTCA Homepage]

References

* [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/australia/content/player/country.html?country=2, Australia Players Index] (2006), Retrieved 17 November, 2006
* [http://content-usa.cricinfo.com/england/content/player/caps.html?country=1;class=1, Players - England] (2006) , Retrieved 17 November, 2006
* Subiaco Marist Cricket Club (2005) [http://www.smcc.asn.au/file/Yearbook_200405.pdf, Subiaco Marist Cricket Club Yearbook (2004/05)] , Perth