Clare Crewdson
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Experience
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Cricket NSW
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Australia
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Spectator Sports
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200 - 300 Employee
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Head of Cricket Operations
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Apr 2022 - Present
As Head of Cricket Operations I drive a high performing team to deliver all match, training, team and venue requirements for elite and pathway cricket content within NSW. It is my responsibility to establish a world class environment that services cricket's needs within the state.
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Interim Head of Female Elite Cricket
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Sep 2021 - May 2022
As Head of Female Elite Cricket I lead and drive a high performing culture that delivers respected, successful and inspiring NSW players and teams, including both WBBL clubs. It includes list management, delivering elite training, coaching and match preparation and integrating all levels of the pathway to the elite teams.
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Match Operations and Venue Manager
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Jul 2019 - May 2022
I lead and manage the Cricket New South Wales (CNSW) Match and Venue Operations Team to deliver world class match, venue and training operations for all elite cricket taking place within New South Wales, including international, domestic and W/BBL fixtures.I am responsible for the scheduling and delivery of the host match and training program, match and training operations and the management of the Blacktown International Sportspark during the cricket season. I lead venue hire agreements and provide leadership and guidance to my team based on my high level of expertise. I also manage the warehousing process of our Sydney Olympic Park facility while overseeing all policies and processes for operations across the CNSW portfolio.
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Match Operations Team Leader
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Jul 2018 - Jul 2019
Plan, coordinate and deliver elite level cricket matches and training in NSW including Cricket Australia, domestic and W/BBL content. Also responsible for overseeing the management of match and training operational needs of Sydney Thunder and Sydney Sixers W/BBL, including Cricket Performance medical requirements.With the Head of Unit, coordinate venue readiness, CNSW elite and pathways training requirements and the management of Blacktown International Sports Park.
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Competitions and Operations Officer
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Nov 2015 - Jul 2018
Sydney Thunder Cricket Operations - Ensure venue readiness for all Sydney Thunder W/BBL venues both in Sydney and throughout NSW + Bring regional venues to the W/BBL standard required from a cricket perspective. All on field matters including pitch and outfield preparation, temporary and permanent infrastructure install and training facility preparation + Work with the RAS + Liaise with turf consultants and venues to ensure the high standards in playing surfaceRepresentative Cricket Programs- Co-ordination of operational requirements at CA, CNSW, SCA and CCNSW matches and training sessions- Attendance at matches, as required and on a roster basis with other department staff- Conduct of official post- match meetings for CA and CNSW as required- Undertaking of Duckworth- Lewis management for CA and CNSWNon-Representative Cricket Programs- Design and implement appropriate strategies around competitions and operations management- Management of Sydney Women’s Premier Grade competition including preparation of programs, playing conditions, policies and guidelines, and conduct of meetings and events, assessment of applications, resolution of disputes, research, affiliate liaison, website management and data entry- Management and administration of MyCricket systems- Organise and conduct Sydney Grade Women’s Premiers’ Dinner and assist with other dinners as required.- Attendance at related meetings, hearings, functions, events, matches and sessions, as required and on a roster basis with other staff- Act as Secretary to the Sydney Women’s Premier Cricket Sub Committee- Preparation and distribution of minutes of meetings in a timely manner
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Ladies Cricket Coach
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Sep 2011 - Sep 2015
Responsible for overseeing the Women's cricket program at HKCC including girls juniors and 2 senior Women's teams. Convenor of the U/13 junior cricket section, responsible for nearly 90 kids and three U/13 teams competing in the HKCA Junior League. - Tasked with organising and managing ladies and junior overseas cricket tours to the UK and throughout Asia, including two highly successful tours to Japan and London, where HKCC received the privilege of playing at Lords - Tasked with the creation and implementation of a seasonal Ladies Cricket program, including pre, in, post and off season phases - Creation and implementation of a 16 week junior cricket program specifically targeting girls from 5-8 and 9-12 years old - Initiate strategies to allow maximum participation for juniors with limited ground availability. For example concentrated age group tournaments, obtaining alternate venues, modifying rules - Successfully communicate with players from varying backgrounds, including local Chinese and a wide variety of expats of varying ages
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Coach - Netherlands Ladies National Cricket Team
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May 2012 - Sep 2013
Tasked with preparing the Netherlands National Women’s Cricket team for the 2012 European Cup and the 2013 ICC T20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier in Ireland, as well as the ECB Division 2 County Championship - Instil in the team the highest standards of behaviour and discipline - Act as an overseas player/coach in the ECB County Championship Division 2 - Plan and implement the high performance program for the squad covering all aspects of the game including skill sessions, fitness, tactical and strategic sessions - Plan and implement training programs for individuals, with very specific performance targets, focusing on skill development and match awareness - Successfully communicate with individuals within the squad from differing backgrounds and english as a second language - Sit on the National Selection Panel - Support and work closely with the national team captain to ensure culture both on and off the field is maintained - Manage all tours to the UK while competing in the ECB County Championship, including logistics and match preparation - Perform at a high standard on the field to ensure position maintained in division 2 - Manage team through ICC European Cup, securing qualification for the World Cup Qualifier - Manage team through ICC T20 Women’s World Cup Qualifier, ensuring throughout the duration of the two week tournament players are physically and mentally prepared to perform at the highest level - Provide advise and guidance to captain throughout the tournaments on ICC playing conditions, media interactions and player management
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SV Kampong
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Spectator Sports
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1 - 100 Employee
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Ladies Head Coach
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Apr 2012 - Sep 2013
SV Kampong is considered the Home of Women's Cricket in Holland. I was stationed there for the very successful 2012 and 2013 seasons as Ladies Head Coach, where the 1st XI won both the 45 over and T20 Competitions. - creating and implemeting season long training program, consisting of two sessions per week - individual player programs, including one on one sessions - game strategy and analysis SV Kampong is considered the Home of Women's Cricket in Holland. I was stationed there for the very successful 2012 and 2013 seasons as Ladies Head Coach, where the 1st XI won both the 45 over and T20 Competitions. - creating and implemeting season long training program, consisting of two sessions per week - individual player programs, including one on one sessions - game strategy and analysis
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Eton College
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United Kingdom
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Primary and Secondary Education
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300 - 400 Employee
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Cricket Coach
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Mar 2011 - Sep 2011
- Creating and implementing training programs for up to 100 Eton College boys - Match day preparation - Skill, tactical, personal cricket development - Creating and implementing training programs for up to 100 Eton College boys - Match day preparation - Skill, tactical, personal cricket development
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Marylebone Cricket Club
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United Kingdom
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Spectator Sports
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200 - 300 Employee
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Cricket Coach
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Mar 2011 - Sep 2011
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Education
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University of Western Sydney
Bachelor of Business, Sport Management