Crusaders to take on Toddy’s Tradies in charity cricket match
The Crusaders XI are preparing to take on the Todd Blackadder-led Tradies XI in the annual Crusaders Charity Cricket match next weekend. The event has been running for more than thirty years and raises money for the Cystic Fibrosis Association of New Zealand.
This year for the first time Todd Blackadder will lead a team of construction workers, in a nod to the huge amount of work that they have been doing around the city since the earthquakes.
“We are looking to recruit our Tradies XI now, so if you’re a tradesman in Christchurch and a keen cricketer, text Toddy to 3520 with your name, age and trade for a chance to take on the Crusaders and help to raise some funds for an important cause,” Blackadder said.
“In previous years I’ve captained the All Stars XI, but frankly we haven’t won in a long time so I’m giving the celebrities a year off and recruiting some real workers for my team this year! I can’t wait to take on the Crusaders players and win this time,” Blackadder said.
The successful tradie recruits will also get a breakfast with their teammates and VIP hosting at the event. Winners will be announced by The Rock FM on Monday 1 December.
The event runs from 11am on Sunday 7 December at Christchurch Boys’ High School. The event is free to attend but there will be opportunities to donate to the Cystic Fibrosis Association during the match and there will be a half time auction of signed sporting goods and other great donated items.
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