Scotch College

Tait Cup Dinner

The Tait Cup commemorates the first APS Cricket match between Scotch College and Geelong Grammar played in February 1858 and was contested by Scotch College and Geelong Grammar on the Main Oval. The cup was won by Scotch College with an outright victory.

The McLeod Club hosted The Tait Cup Dinner which was held on the Friday night of the match – 11 March. It was a beautiful balmy night at Royal South Yarra Tennis Club. Both Scotch and Geelong First XI teams were present and we had wonderful support from both Heads of School, Heads of school councils, cricket coaches and parents. The Scotch boys were MC for the night setting the standard for great entertainment.

The honourable Dr David Kemp led us into the evening with an enlightening Grace that evoked the spirit of cricket. Stephen Harman, the School Sport photographer, provided images from the day’s play on a large screen. Jane Murray spoke on behalf of the McLeod Club and welcomed the guest speaker, Gideon Haigh, who generously donated his time to speak to the guests. Gideon Haigh was highly entertaining and pitched his speech perfectly for the boys, as well as the adults. He left them with the message that cricket goes on past school and encouraged them to continue playing and experience the enjoyment of club cricket. He also enlightened us about other things that are said on the pitch.

Thank you to Geelong Grammar for supporting the evening; we enjoyed your company immensely and look forward to next years match. The whole night embodied a wonderful spirit between the two schools, brought about by the great game of cricket.

JANE MURRAY
President – McLeod Club