GMCU throws its support behind junior cricket

September 9, 2025

Goulburn Murray Credit Union (GMCU) has joined forces with the Seymour Club SDCA, becoming the naming rights partner of the Under 16s competition for the 2025–26 season.


GMCU offers a rewarding range of everyday banking services, from savings and loans to expert support. Importantly, 100% of its profits are reinvested back into products and services for members, as well as community initiatives that help make our region stronger and more prosperous.


GMCU exists to improve the communities in which we live and work, investing its profits to help them grow, thrive, and succeed.


The GMCU Under 16s competition will showcase the best junior cricketers from across the region, with the season kicking off on Sunday, 26 October. SDCA President Mitch Itter thanked the GMCU for its support.


“We’re absolutely thrilled to be partnering with another outstanding, community-focused organisation like the GMCU,” Mr Itter said.


“Their values align perfectly with those of our association and our member clubs, which are all built on being community first.


“With GMCU’s support, we’re looking forward to a fantastic season of junior cricket and, hopefully, the opportunity to attract even more young cricketers to our league.


"On behalf of the SDCA, I’d like to thank everyone at the GMCU for the work they do in our communities and for backing our competition.”


This season, the SDCA Under 16s competition has been boosted with six teams entered.


“Our Under 16s competition has shown strong growth over the past few seasons, and we’re excited to have six teams included for the first time in many years,” Mr Itter said.


“Across the board we’re seeing real momentum in junior registrations, thanks to the hard work of our member clubs in building a sustainable competition.


"We’re committed to providing young cricketers with a high-quality competition and representative opportunities throughout the season ahead.”

GMCU staff at the Seymour branch on Station St
April 1, 2026
The Seymour District Cricket Association (SDCA) has celebrated the achievements of its players at its 2025/26 Presentation Night, recognising outstanding performances across senior and junior competitions. The evening brought together players and clubs from across the competition to acknowledge individual excellence following a strong and competitive season. Awards were presented across batting, bowling and all-rounder categories, as well as major association medals, reflecting the depth of talent and high standard of cricket across the SDCA. SDCA President Mitch Itter said the night was an important opportunity to recognise the performances that defined the season. “The Presentation Night is a great opportunity to acknowledge the performances of players across all grades,” Itter said. “We’ve seen a really strong standard of cricket this season, and the award winners should be proud of their efforts and consistency.” “It’s particularly pleasing to see the performances coming through our junior ranks, which highlights the strength and future of cricket within the SDCA.” A highlight of the evening was the awarding of Life Membership to Jason Tarran, recognising both his outstanding playing career and long-standing service to the association. Tarran’s on-field achievements place him among the most accomplished players in SDCA history, having claimed the A Grade bowling average on nine occasions, the A Grade batting average once, and being named A Grade Champion Player. Off the field, Tarran has also made a significant contribution to the SDCA, serving as Treasurer for more than a decade. Itter said Tarran’s Life Membership was a fitting recognition of his impact on the competition. “Jason’s record speaks for itself — his achievements as a player are exceptional and place him among the very best to have played in the SDCA,” Itter said. “To win the A Grade bowling average nine times is remarkable, and to add a batting average and Champion Player award highlights just how complete a cricketer he has been.” “Beyond his playing career, Jason has given more than ten years of service as Treasurer, playing a key role in supporting the administration and stability of the association.” “Life Membership is the highest honour we can bestow, and Jason is an incredibly deserving recipient.” The SDCA congratulates all award winners on their achievements. 2025/26 SDCA Award Winners A Grade Batting Award: Cameron Armstrong (294 runs at 98) Bowling Award: Kalon Winnell (21 wickets at 6.52) All Rounder: Lachlan Watts (870 points) Frank Zanelli Medal: Lachlan Watts B Grade Batting Award: Jared Smith (354 runs at 70.8) Bowling Award: Jacob Nipperess (21 wickets at 7.14) All Rounder: Levi Ronalds (606 points) John Gadd Medal: Levi Ronalds Under 16s Batting Award: Hamish Melville (340 runs at 113.33) Bowling Award: Finn Melville (18 wickets at 10.83) All Rounder: Hamish Melville (575 points) Ken Hall Medal: Hamish Melville Under 13s Batting Award: Braxton Tucker (393 runs at 196.5) Bowling Award: Blake Winnell (10 wickets at 3.9) All Rounder: Braxton Tucker (653 points) Sam Watts Medal: Braxton Tucker Junior Country Week – Player of the Week Under 13s: Archie Armstrong, Brock Inness Under 15s: Tyler Caddie Under 17s: Thomas White Life Membership Jason Tarran SDCA Team of the Year Charles Davies – 571 runs @ 51.91 Josh Rudge (wk) – 348 runs @ 34.8 Lachlan Watts – 620 runs @ 88.57 Travis Stefanos – 371 runs @ 41.22 Cameron Evans – 335 runs @ 47.86 Cameron Armstrong – 294 runs @ 98 Lachlan Drummond – 257 runs @ 23.26 & 21 wickets @ 11.67 Will Ashton – 24 wickets @ 11.25 Kal Winnell (c) – 21 wickets @ 6.52 Matt Archibald – 21 wickets @ 10.48 Joshua Crane – 20 wickets @ 9.3
March 22, 2026
Seymour Club A Grade
March 15, 2026
Seymour Club A Grade