BOORT Yando Cricket Club has had a big win off the field, claiming a $3000 grant for key works on its clubrooms.
The Magpies were one of 21 Victorian cricket clubs to receive funding under the CitiPower and Cricket Victoria Canteen Grants program.
Club president David Rees said the money had already been spent in having the pavilion wired, installing fans and lights, and buying a refrigerator.
A generator once used for running a bowling machine now powers the upgraded facility.
Last weekend cricketers were able to enjoy chilled drinks and afternoon tea when the generator was switched on.
Two ceiling fans now cool spectators sitting on the veranda while another spins internally.
“We had a nice new pavilion ready at the start of the year, but when you’ve got no services its pretty rustic,” Rees said.
Next on the club’s agenda is a water tank and portable toilet, with solar power a further down the track.