The Kiama Cavaliers “Cavettes” women’s cricket team is celebrating their advancement to the finals of the South Coast District Cricket Association competition. The Friday night competition has seen women and girls enjoying great success this season and look forward to the semi-final that takes place this week. The Cavettes have showcased exceptional skill and sportsmanship this season. From mothers and daughters to students and professionals, experienced or rookie players, the team caters to all skill levels and welcomes a diverse range of players.The girls play in their distinctive blue and pink colours each friday night at 5.30pm, competing under lights in the 20-over format. The primary prerequisite for joining the team is a passion for cricket, coupled with a willingness to learn and have fun.Despite facing challenges in previous seasons, the Cavettes have made significant strides this year, demonstrating remarkable improvements in batting, bowling, and fielding. These enhancements have translated into several victories,  their hard work and determination securing their spot in the semi finals.The Cavettes eagerly anticipate their upcoming semi final clash against Oak Flats Ratatouilles this Friday at 5:30 PM at Albion Oval 2. The team welcomes all women and girls interested in cricket to join them for an exciting display of athletic talent and teamwork. For more information and updates please visit the Kiama Cricket Club facebook page or website.

Pickleball is a ‘racquet and ball’ sport with a perfect balance of court dimensions, rules, and equipment to afford all skill levels and age groups enjoyment on the court. It has become wildly popular overseas and now Jones Tennis Co. hosts a social competition that all ages are welcome to attend at Kiama High School.The weekly meeting in Kiama is organised by local tennis coach Daniel Jones from Jones Tennis Co. He is passionate about delivering group classes and social events, with a primary focus on developing skills for life. He has been actively involved in the sport in the area, most recently with the adaptive tennis day held recently in Gerringong.  The meeting has been running since November 2023 and has rapidly grown in number since the beginning. The sport is akin to a mixture of table tennis and tennis and is very easy to pick up. New members pick it up quickly as it is an equaliser of skills, making it accessible for all ages and skill levels. The group is nearly at capacity it has been so successful, but there is always room for new members to come along on Tuesdays and play a game or two and meet some new people. You can email Daniel for more details at [email protected].

KIAMA PICKLEBALLTUESDAY EVENINGS - 5.30PMKIAMA HIGH SCHOOL GYM

KIAMA JUNIOR BASKETBALL SENIOR MINI-BALLRED 32 drew with GRAY 32

KIAMA JUNIOR BASKETBALLSENIOR MINI-BALLPURPLE VS BLUE

KIAMA JUNIOR BASKETBALLMINI-BALL YELLOW 32 drew with GREY 32

KIAMA JUNIOR BASKETBALLMINI-BALLBLUE 46 d GREEN 24

KIAMA KINGFISHERS UNDER 6 MIXED

KIAMA KINGFISHERSUNDER 6 GIRLS

KIAMA KINGFISHERSSENIOR SURF ACTION

KIAMA KINGFISHERSJUNIOR SURF ACTION

KIAMA KINGFISHERS SENIORS ON THE BEACH

KIAMA KINGFISHERSJUNIORS ON THE BEACH

An impressive group of the state’s brightest young lifesavers will come together on the Northern Beaches once again this April for the Ingenia Holiday Parks Junior Lifesaver of the Year (JLOTY) program – Surf Life Saving NSW’s flagship youth development programs.Held from 24-26 April at The Collaroy Centre, JLOTY provides a platform to assist young lifesavers in growing their networks, establishing lasting connections and building knowledge through fun and interactive activities.The JLOTY program brings together all 22 of the Junior Lifesavers of the Year, nominated and awarded at the Branch level. Winners for male and female overall NSW Junior Lifesavers of the Year winners are announced at the end of the program.Two individuals from the South Coast were selected: Archie Weir from Kiama Downs SLSC and Poppy Nelson from Kiama SLSC. The three-day camp is built around skill development, where the budding young lifesavers will work with like-minded volunteers to build a greater awareness of opportunities and individual abilities in the membership.“It was very nerve-racking, but it was also chill. You learn very quickly that everyone there with you is deserving of the title as well,” 2023 co-NSW Lifesaver of the Year, Kaylah Broadhead of Nobbys SLSC said.“We got to really learn and understand where everybody comes from and what they do, and it was a big part of our development,” said fellow NSW winner, Coogee SLSC’s Calum Reiter.Ingenia Holiday Parks is once again on board as Naming Rights partner of the JLOTY program, with Executive General Manager of Tourism, Matt Young stating the East Coast holiday park operator was proud to be supporting our future leaders.“We are extremely proud to support the Junior Lifesaver of the Year program again in its 34th year to recognise the next generation of volunteer lifesavers and lifeguards,” he said. “It is truly inspiring to watch these kids actively ensure the safety of our beaches and communities, especially knowing that many of our holiday park guests go swimming at the beach.“These junior lifesavers make Australia a better place, and we are grateful.”The Ingenia Holiday Parks Junior Lifesavers of the Year will be awarded at a presentation on 26 April – livestreamed on Facebook.

KIAMA MEN'S WEDNESDAY OZTAG PREMIER LEAGUE FINALZIBA ZEBRAS 10 d TRYPODS 3

KIAMA MEN'S WEDNESDAY OZTAG FINALPHANTOMS CUPGET EM ONSIDE 4 d CAKERS 3

KIAMA MEN'S WEDNESDAY OZTAG FINALCHAMPIONSHIP DIVISION FLINT TROPICS 4 d PENGWEN 3

Here are some photos from the Beach Tag Tournament 2023! This year's event will be held on Saturday 9 March at Kendall's Beach.The event includes nine divisions spanning junior and senior categories and will feature food stalls, a bar, live music and an action packed day on the sand.Photos from the upcoming 2024 Kiama Beach Tag tournament to come.

KIAMA JUNIOR OZTAGUNDER 12 GIRLS FINALRIZZLY BEARS 4 d TAGWOOD DOGS 1