Alan Richardson was given the honour by the Landsborough Cricket Club
By Kirra Livingstone
After 17 years at the club, Landsborough Cricket Club president Alan Richardson has been honoured for his contributions and named a life member.
Alan has held a number of roles while at the club, from player, to coach, and general volunteering.
When he found out he was being highlighted for his time at the club, he felt ecstatic to receive this recognition.
“Well I didn’t really know, I had sort of been sweating on it for a little bit, but when it came I was pretty close to tearing up,” Alan said.
“I was emotional that’s for sure, because I love the club and I love the people there and it was just awesome.
“Becoming a life member is the club really saying ‘welcome to the family’, like I was already a part of the family but it just made me feel more a part of the club, it was an honour.”
Before joining the club, he was playing for the Wamuran Cricket Club, but after playing against Landsborough many times, he loved the atmosphere.
“I think it’s the best ground on the coast easy, and it’s more the people and the ground,” Alan said.
“It’s just a great atmosphere, supporting, and I’ve played on grounds in Brisbane and they don’t even compare.
“The amount of juniors that we have at the moment is really impressive so that’s something to look forward to into the future.”
Three generations of Alan’s family have been involved with the club, making the recognition all the more special.
“My youngest son played last season, with his work he plays every few seasons when he can,” he said.
“My eldest has played for a little while because he’s driving trucks interstate but they’ve been around as long as I have at the club.
“My kids are in their 30s, and my grandson also came up and did the master blasters program.”
Alan took on the presidency last season, and said he had future plans to further improve the club.
“We’re looking to set up a Landsborough Cricket Club online merchandise shop ahead of the new season,” he said.
“We are also just trying to encourage more volunteers to the club, which we picked up a few more towards the end of last season.
“We are just trying to keep it all together and communicating because the season is finished, but we just want to keep growing the club.”
Alan added the club recently received funding for a new tractor and some solar for Peace Park, which is their second home ground.
The club also held an open day this month to invite members of the community who are interested in volunteering to consider trying the Landsborough Cricket Club.
They are looking for volunteers with a range of talents who also have some free time on their hands to help out.