Dear members,
This week brings the last of our minor round games, in what will be the last games of the season for some of our teams, and some teams are still fighting to finish the season on a high to get an advantageous spot on the ladder for finals placement.
We have an action packed weekend at the club for our final round, we have our Women’s Division 3 (GGCD) team playing at home Friday night, 4 State League home games on Saturday and 7 Junior games on Sunday.
Remember to thank your coaches and volunteers around the club as you see them this week for all their efforts this season, especially if you won’t be around in weeks to come. Every one of them puts in considerable effort from their personal time to ensure that their team and the club as a whole is well represented and competitive in the Baseball community.
WEEKEND FIXTURES
Women’s League – Friday, 3 March 2023
Division 2 vs Woodville (Away) at 6pm
Division 3 Dodgers bye round
Division 3 GGCD vs West Torrens (Home) at 6pm
State League – Saturday, 4 March 2023
Division 1 vs Southern Districts (Away) at 4pm
Division 2 vs Southern Districts (Away) at 1:30pm
Division 3 vs Southern Districts (Away) at 11:10am
Division 5 vs Adelaide (Home) at 2:10pm
Division 6 vs East Torrens (Home) at 11:50am
Division 7 vs Southern Districts (Home) at 9:30am
Division 8 vs Angels (Home) at 9am
Junior Divisions – Sunday, 5 March 2023
Senior League Division 1 bye round
Senior League Division 2 vs Goodwood (Home) at 11am
Junior League Division 1 vs Southern Districts (Home) at 1:30pm
Junior League Division 2 vs Woodville (Home) at 1:30pm
Intermediate League vs Kensington (Home) at 4pm
Little League Division 1 vs Kensington (Away) at 11am
Little League Division 2 Dodgers vs Henley and Grange (Away) at 11am
Little League Division 2 GGCD vs Kensington (Home) at 11am
Minor League Dodgers vs Saints (Home) at 9am
Minor League GGCD vs Sturt (Home) at 9am
CLUB PLAYER/PERSON OF THE YEAR
Nominations are now open for club perpetual awards, you can submit your nominations here:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScRAxeoBFUa7ao-f5rF-Ouq0ZBDRl80EhVk-mg_RFQwx_WI4w/viewform
Club Person of the Year
The purpose of this award is to recognise an outstanding club member/s who has gone above and beyond the normal call of duty. Has shown dedication, commitment and made a significant contribution to the Club during the 2022/23 season.
Club Player of the Year
A player that has added great value to their team and the club, by consistently producing a high standard of batting and fielding across the season.
The Player of the Year demonstrates an excellent attitude at training and games, shows great sportsmanship, never gives up and is always striving to do their best.
The Player of the Year is encouraging of their teammates and peers, and always represents themselves, the team, and the club in a positive manner.
Dedicated Junior Award
Must be under 16 years of age. A player that has consistently worked hard and applied themselves to their team and individual training sessions, and as a result has achieved considerable kudos.
The individual is willing to learn, has listened to the coach’s feedback and works hard to improve their game and skills.
They have made an impact in their team with their skills, but also demonstrated excellent sportsmanship and good conduct towards opposition, teammates, coaching staff and umpires.
SAPSASA SOFTBALL CARNIVAL
On Tuesday, 14 March, our club will once again be hosting the annual SAPSASA Softball Carnival. We will have some of our Junior Dodgers umpiring on the day, and we are asking for assistance with the canteen which is normally a big day for the club. If you can help in any way on the day, please reach out to Andy Weeks or Bob Neiswander.
LADIES DAY RECAP
Our Director of Events, Liv Trembath, shares the success of our Ladies Day event last Saturday at the club.
Our Ladies Day event this year supported Red Cross Lifeblood’s February Campaign. There was a good turn out, with everyone dressed in red and pink in support.
Catered by our major sponsors, the Modbury Hotel and the Pickled Duck, the well-positioned marqueed ensured that the crowd had a prime view of the Division 1 game against Sturt on our main diamond.
Congratulations to Ashton Diplock on winning the much sought after exclusive Somersby Stand Up Paddleboard in the raffle.
Thanks to everyone who volunteered and assisted on the day in some way.
Full recap and photos available via Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/100063601721973/posts/pfbid02Zk47gV4LCYdsZgN1vnZEqoE9eERTN925NMD5ytTiuHaMUBRRFdVAugN5JWf1DQMhl/?mibextid=Nif5oz
PRESENTATION NIGHTS – SAVE THE DATE
Our Senior Presentation Night will be held at the Modbury Hotel on Friday, 31 March, and our Junior Presentation will be held at Waterworld on Saturday, 1 April. Please lock these dates into your calendar, and we will have more information released on this in coming days.
PHOTO ORDERS
If you haven’t ordered your photos yet, and still want one for this season. Follow the attached procedure and ensure you get it in time for presentations.
Photos for baseball and any additional ones for T-Ball can be ordered below: https://www.clisbertcreationsorders.com/shop/dodgers-baseball-club/4?page=1&limit=60&sort_by=category_order&sort_order=asc
CALENDAR DATES
– Senior Presentation Night (Friday, 31 March)
– Junior Presentation NIght (Saturday, 1 April)
SPONSORS
We are very thankful for our current sponsors for the help and valuable assistance they provide our club.
Please consider supporting the businesses that support your club.
More information available at https://ggcdbaseball.com.au/sponsors/
Club pages to stay up to date:
Facebook members group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1523263037904411
Dodgers T-Ball group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/DodgersTBall
Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/ggcdbaseball
On behalf of the Golden Grove Central Districts Baseball Club
E: secretary@ggcdbaseball.com.au
PO BOX 24
SURREY DOWNS SA 5126
