Tim Macdonald: From Player to Mentor

Welcome to the latest edition of the Cricket Library Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Tim Macdonald who has forged a career that spans across various roles in the sport.

Join us as we delve into Tim’s passion for cricket, tracing back to the early days and the driving forces that ignited his love for the game. We explore the pivotal moments that led to his breakthrough into First-Class Cricket, the challenges faced, and the triumphs celebrated along the way.

Tim shares his experiences of moving from Western Australia to Tasmania, shedding light on the transition and its impact on his career and personal growth. We also gain valuable insights into Tim’s foray into coaching, the joys and challenges of guiding aspiring cricketers, and his unique perspective to the coaching arena.

Finally, we uncover the secrets behind Western Australia’s recent success on the field. We explore the factors contributing to the team’s achievements and the strategies implemented to foster a culture of excellence and growth.

Don’t miss out on this fascinating conversation, and be sure to subscribe to the Cricket Library Podcast and leave a review to help us to continue to start conversations that inspire a love of cricket.

Tim Macdonald Career Stats

CompetitionFCLAT20
Matches2113
Runs scored1208
Batting average6.31
100s/50s0/00/0
Top score178*
Balls bowled3,3934866
Wickets5003
Bowling average35.3022.00
5 wickets in innings10
10 wickets in match00
Best bowling6/401/18
Catches/stumpings8/–1/–0/–

Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams The Cricket Library

Tammy Bartaia is an International actress, TV presenter and author. From the age of seven her dream was to become an actress. She studied screen acting at the National Institute of Dramatic Art ( Nida) in Sydney, Australia. She is well known to cricket fans around the world for her role in the Bollywood film UnIndian starring Australian fast bowler Brett Lee. Tammy sat down with Matt Ellis to share what it was like working with Brett and the parallels between performing on set and cricketers performing on their stage, the cricket stadium. Tammy has a passion for Bollywood and has a deep connection to India through her time working on various projects, including the popular Hindi film Chola, which explores themes such as self discovery and the power of letting go of ego. Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. -Even when there is no pen and paper in my hand, I always write in my mind," she says. Tammy is the author of the books: "The Young Woman with an Old Soul" and "A Pink House On Wheels."Tammy always loved to write. It allowed her to use her imagination to create something special. Join us as we open the window into the life of a gifted performer for whom the best is yet to come!
  1. Tammy Bartaia – Bollywood Dreams
  2. Anupam Sharma – When Bollywood Meets the Baggy Green
  3. Elsa Hunter – WBBL Vibes
  4. Dr John Orchard – New Chapters in Cricket & Medicine
  5. Faye Tunnicliffe – Pursuing Excellence

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