Glen Orden has had an incredible start to the summer cricket season, with registrations soaring across both senior and junior divisions.
Following a highly successful run during the 2024-25 summer and 2025 winter seasons, where the club secured multiple championship flags, this season marks another exciting chapter in the Thunder journey.
The club now fields nine senior teams, competing in the Western Suburb Churches and Community and Williamstown and District cricket association competitions,
The Thunder also has five junior teams participating in the Western Region Junior Cricket Association.
“With 110 senior players and 76 junior players registered, Glen Orden Thunder continues to grow as one of the most community-driven cricket clubs in the region,” cricket club manager Vimal Chatrati said.
“Notably, the club now proudly includes 26 female players, and all registration fees and apparel are provided free of charge for female participants, a significant step in promoting inclusivity and women’s participation in sport.
“The club’s facilities remain fully active throughout the week with training programs and match days that bring the local community together in true sporting spirit.”
Chatrati credited this tremendous growth to the unwavering support received from local associations, Wyndham council, sponsors and the wider community.
He said they were also looking for more support.
On the weekend, rain washed out all matches on Saturday and Sunday in the senior competitions.
It was report to grounds for the junior competitions, with several matches being completed on Friday night while some matches on Sunday also got results.
