Greg Matchett - St George DCC First Grade Player No. 261

Greg Matchett made his first grade debut during the 1976/77 season to become first grade player number 261. He is also St George District Cricket Club Life Member No. 31

A local junior hailing from the Kingsgrove United Club, Greg worked his way from Green Shield through to being at one stage the highest all time runs scorer throughout all grades for St George DCC. He now sits 2nd on that list behind Warwick Hayes with an amazing 13565 runs of which 1646 came in the top grade and 5890 in 2nd Grade.

Like a fine wine Greg seemed to improve with age scoring his highest score of 155 well in to his forties. His 2nd highest score was also during this period.

Greg was also a fine leader and mentor captaining many sides over the years including a 3rd premiership in 1993-94.

Greg also has claimed the following awards over the years –

1975 – 76  Most Improved U21 Player

1976 – 77  Most Improved U21 Player

1989 – 90  Clubman of the Year

1989 – 90  Highest 2nd Grade Runs scorer

1995 – 96  David Paull Award for Senior Player

1997 – 98  David Paull Award for Senior Player

1997 – 98  Highest 2nd Grade Runs scorer