Four West Australians flew over to Canberra to meet up with their Australian Blind Cricket Squad teammates for a five-day training camp last week.
WA’s Ryan Honschooten, Brad Brider, Matthew Cameron and Michael Berg reconnected with their teammates face-to-face for the first time in a year, having linked up via satellite coaching sessions and online programs last year in the face of the coronavirus pandemic.
A jam-packed training schedule saw the squad of 24 undertake a number of trial matches, fitness testing, attend a local Come and Try session for aspiring blind cricketers in Canberra.
The highlight of the camp came when the side participated in a training session with the Australian Capital Territory Women’s cricket team.
The most recent International series was at the Blind Cricket World Cup, played in Dubai in January 2018.
Australia’s National Blind and Low Vision Squad is further recognition that cricket is a sport for all, including people with a disability.
This squad is a true celebration of cultural diversity allowing cricketers to compete in a secure, fun and friendly environment whilst helping challenge perceptions and strengthen communities.
Through the WA Cricket Foundation we are developing pathways and programs for kids and adults with a disability that ultimately allow them to strive for success at State and National level.