Jason Hill is not only a passionate cricket fan he was also a very good cricketer in his own right. He comes from good stock with his father Michael playing 14 first class games for NSW and his brother Brendan playing many years of first grade cricket in Sydney with Sydney University and St George.
Let's find out more about Jason passion and love of the game
What year you were born?
1969
What State do you live in?
NSW
When did you first start developing a love for cricket?
My father Michael played, so as far back as I can remember.
Tell us briefly about your journey in the game, where you’ve played, what clubs and how would you describe yourself as a cricketer?
Started playing in the Kotara Bears (Newcastle) Under 11’s & 12’s, then onto St.Joseph’s College, Hunters Hill and the 1st XI, before returning to Newcastle to go to University, playing 1st XI with Charlestown District Cricket Club in the Newcastle competition.
Spent a northern summer as a ‘semi-professional’ for Solihull Cricket Club, in Birmingham, England before returning to Australia (Sydney). A season in the lower grades at Sydney University before calling it quits to focus on career.
As an all-rounder I was reasonably proficient at all elements of the game, whilst being a lesser cricketer than the sum of all my parts!
Who’s your favourite all-time cricketer?
Michael Hill - dad
What was your highest score?
I remember 2 very similar innings and scores. 130 plus not out for Charlestown against Hamilton -Wickham 1991/92 - my first century in 1st grade with my Dad (ex-Shield cricketer Michael Hill) watching. A similar score for Solihull CC in Birmingham, England 1993 where, for one brief moment, I really could play.
What were your best bowling figures?
I remember taking 5 wickets in a game for Charlestown against Cardiff in 1992/93.
Which club and or competition do you support?
Over the years away from playing, I lost touch with the game a little, but I’ve always had a soft spot for my ‘home’ club in Newcastle – Charlestown DCC.
What’s been your most memorable moment in cricket so far?
A semi-final win for Charlestown against Belmont, our local derby, in the Newcastle Competition in the early 90’s. It’s hard to convince kids today, but there’s nothing better than winning a close, hard-fought game when you’re in the field.
Who has been your favourite Australian captain?
Allan Border – so tough. Took us from weak to strong leading from the front!
Who’s been the batsman you’ve enjoyed watching the most?
Adam Gilchrist.
Who in your opinion has been the best fast bowler?
Malcolm Marshall
Who in your opinion has been the best spinner?
Shane Warne
Who in your opinion has been the best wicket keeper?
As the total package, Gilchrist. Never been anybody like him before, and won’t be again.
Who in your opinion has been the best umpire?
There all pretty good, but Steve Bucknor was a favourite
What’s the most picturesque ground you’ve had the opportunity to watch or play a game of cricket?
Hard to go past Lords or the SCG.
If there was one match up, a bowler and batsman going head to head at their peak, who would you choose?
It’s already happened. Viv Richards v Dennis Lillee – was there ever a better contest between bat and ball?
Who are the 3 cricketers from any era you’d like to invite to a BBQ?
Frank Worrell, Stan McCabe, Ian Chappell
Ian Chappell
What’s your preferred format of the game, Test Cricket, One day games, T20?
Test.
What do Cricket Officials need to do over the next 10 or so years to ensure people get to enjoy the game as much as you do?
The international schedule makes it difficult, but more of our best players, playing in our domestic competitions (BBL, Shield) would help
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