Blackheath Cricket Club hosted a successful junior coaching clinic last Sunday at Blackheath Oval when ex-Australian and NSW opening bowler provided some expert coaching to Blackheath junior cricketers.
Doug Bollinger was impressed with the Blackheath juniors.
"The kids were great. They showed great enthusiasm and they weren't afraid to get down on the ground to stop some difficult balls. It's fantastic to see so many kids up here loving their cricket."
Blackheath Cricket Club Secretary Mark McGrath said participation in junior cricket in Blackheath is on the rise.
"We have increasing numbers of kids playing cricket with accredited and dedicated coaches and good facilities. Having Doug up here was fantastic. He's a bit of a character and was great with the kids. We would love to have him back next year."
You can register to play cricket in the Blue Mountains at: playcricket.com.au.