ON April 23, Bathurst hosted the city's first ever Blind Cricket Community Challenge in conjunction with Social Futures and Blind Sports NSW.
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Everyone was invited - and strongly encouraged - to head to Learmonth Park and get involved in the inclusive community event.
The day began with a free come-and-try session, which encouraged people with and without a vision impairment to have a hit.
Those who didn't have a vision impairment were given special glasses to simulate what it would be like if they did.
Following a free community barbecue lunch, the Social Futures staff cricket team took on the Bathurst community leaders team.
Not only will the event create awareness and promote inclusion, but it was a fun community day for all who got involved.
Former captain of the NSW Blind Cricket Team Scott Jones ran the event, and said it's a great example of how inclusive sport is.
Western Advocate photographer James Arrow attended the event and took some photos of everyone having a great time.
Amy Rees
Journalist at the Western Advocate in Bathurst since May, 2021.
Journalist at the Western Advocate in Bathurst since May, 2021.
