Sassafras Cricket Club

05/06/2026

Sassafras is thrilled to announce Boonie as our new head coach for the 2026/27 season! Bringing a wealth of knowledge and a true Dirters heart, we're incredibly excited to see the direction Boonie will lead the club in the upcoming season. Stay tuned for more exciting news!

13/05/2026

🔰 Expression of Interest – Head Coach (Playing or Non-Playing)
Sassafras Cricket Club | Season 2026/27 🔰

Sassafras Cricket Club is now inviting expressions of interest for the role of Head Coach (Playing or Non-Playing) across all grades for the upcoming 2026/27 season.

We’re seeking a passionate, experienced, and motivated individual to lead our club both on and off the field. The successful applicant will play a key role in player development, building a strong team culture, and guiding Sassafras Cricket Club toward continued success.

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🏏 Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver engaging training programs to enhance individual and team performance
• Oversee game-day preparation, team selection, and on-field strategy
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive team environment
• Provide coaching across senior and junior levels, nurturing future talent
• Collaborate with the committee and support alignment with club values and media presence

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🏏 Essential Criteria:
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and bring out the best in players of all skill levels
• Committed to developing a positive, team-first culture
• Coaching accreditation (Level 1 or higher) preferred but not essential

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🏏 Desirable Qualities:
• Previous coaching experience (competitive level preferred but not essential)
• Solid tactical and technical knowledge of the game
• A genuine passion for community sport and grassroots cricket development

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✍️ How to Apply:
Ready to make a lasting impact at Sassafras Cricket Club? We’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your Expression of Interest including:
• Coaching experience
• Relevant qualifications
• A short overview of your coaching philosophy

📧 Send applications to: [email protected]
📩 Or message us directly via our page for more info

Become part of the Sassafras Cricket Club family – where tradition, growth, and community spirit thrive. We look forward to your application!

24/04/2026

Are you sassy’s next super star

🔰 Expression of Interest – Head Coach (Playing or Non-Playing)
Sassafras Cricket Club | Season 2026/27 🔰

Sassafras Cricket Club is now inviting expressions of interest for the role of Head Coach (Playing or Non-Playing) across all grades for the upcoming 2026/27 season.

We’re seeking a passionate, experienced, and motivated individual to lead our club both on and off the field. The successful applicant will play a key role in player development, building a strong team culture, and guiding Sassafras Cricket Club toward continued success.

⸻

🏏 Key Responsibilities:
• Plan and deliver engaging training programs to enhance individual and team performance
• Oversee game-day preparation, team selection, and on-field strategy
• Foster an inclusive, respectful, and supportive team environment
• Provide coaching across senior and junior levels, nurturing future talent
• Collaborate with the committee and support alignment with club values and media presence

⸻

🏏 Essential Criteria:
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Ability to motivate and bring out the best in players of all skill levels
• Committed to developing a positive, team-first culture
• Coaching accreditation (Level 1 or higher) preferred but not essential

⸻

🏏 Desirable Qualities:
• Previous coaching experience (competitive level preferred but not essential)
• Solid tactical and technical knowledge of the game
• A genuine passion for community sport and grassroots cricket development

⸻

✍️ How to Apply:
Ready to make a lasting impact at Sassafras Cricket Club? We’d love to hear from you.

Please submit your Expression of Interest including:
• Coaching experience
• Relevant qualifications
• A short overview of your coaching philosophy

📧 Send applications to: [email protected]
📩 Or message us directly via our page for more info

Become part of the Sassafras Cricket Club family – where tradition, growth, and community spirit thrive. We look forward to your application!

19/04/2026

The Sassafras Cricket Club extends heartfelt thanks to the 2025/26 committee for their hard work and dedication to the Red Dirters!
Our executive committee for 2026/27 season includes
President Zac Webb
Vice President Tomas McLennan
Treasurer Carolyn McLennan
Secretary Alicia Price
Committee members are:
Brendan Fellows, Corey Lamprey, Kyle Keep, Kyle Townsend, and Ryan "Ol Pal" Smith.
There are still opportunities to join the Sassy committee!

19/04/2026

Don’t forget AGM today. Past, present and new committee members welcome.

14/04/2026

This Sunday

24/03/2026

🔰 Annual General Meeting 🔰

Sassafras Cricket Club’s AGM will be held on Sunday the 19th of April at 12pm.

If you are interested in joining the committee or taking on a particular role this upcoming season please come along and have your say. Your say will help us move forward and plan for another big year at the club!

Volunteers play a crucial role in the success and smooth operation of a club, and without them we simply wouldnt run. We welcome anyone and everyone to come on board and help build on the success at Sassy and help make next season bigger and better than the last!

If you would like to discuss any of the positions further, please email Alicia at [email protected].

22/03/2026

20/03/2026

Live music at the local

This Friday at the Lucas is set to be a good one 🍻

Join us this Friday March 20 from 6pm, with Court Schmidt bringing live acoustic tunes to Latrobe. Come down early for all-day dining, footy on the screens, and stick around for your shot at the Joker Jackpot.

Good music, cold drinks, and great food - not a bad start to the weekend if you ask us. See you there!