ABOUT THE EVENT:

Bigger, buffer and even more insecure than before, The Grade Cricketer is back.

On Wednesday 12th November at the Red Mill Distillery, Balmain, join Sam Perry and Ian Higgins in conversation with Peter Lalor.

Copies of The Grade Cricketer will be available for purchase at the venue through Roaring Stories, with Stephens signing copies after the discussion. (Each ticket includes a copy of The Grade Cricketer - $34.95. The book is available for collection upon check in at the event venue)

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ABOUT THE VENUE

Red Mill is based in the historic White Bay Steelworks, just across from the inner-west icon, the White Bay Power Station. Red Mill makes small batches of high-quality Rum to age in a special barrel program, blended and bottled in their wonderful, industrial home. Visiting Red Mill is a chance to see the workings of an artisanal distillery, in the historic surrounds of this remarkable building. Refreshments available to purchase include wine, beer and a signature Red Mill cocktail. We look forward to welcoming you to this unique venue.

Attendees are asked to arrive at 6.30pm for a 7pm start. Seating is unallocated – another reason to arrive early to secure an optimal spot.

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ABOUT THE BOOK

Released to coincide with the hotly anticipated 25–26 Ashes, The Grade Cricketer : Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings by Sam Perry and Ian Higgins - hosts of The Grade Cricketer podcast and spiritual captains of anyone who ever dreamed of making it – is your tongue-in-cheek guide to grade cricket: The Unwritten Rules of Clubland. Since starting as a humble Twitter handle in 2012, Perry and Higgins have built The Grade Cricketer brand into a cult phenomenon with their podcast, sell-out live events, TV and radio shows, and a growing global audience of over 1 million followers on social media drawn to their commentary on cricket and modern life. Their new book cements their place as sharp observers of the game – both on and off the field. This Ashes summer, they will be absolutely everywhere, including in bookstores. Alphas, Champs and Chop Kings is a brutally honest, often risque, and unapologetic exploration of the sacred laws that govern club cricket. From the hilarious and downright shady characters who inhabit the game, to the Circuit, to tub culture, it is a satirical field manual for every cricketer who knows the real game happens in the dressing room, not on the pitch. Whether you're an armchair cricket tragic, a long-retired medium pacer still nursing a shoulder injury from 2009, or someone just trying to figure out why your weekend revolves around a sport you don't even enjoy, this book is for you.

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ABOUT SAM PERRY AND IAN HIGGINS

As wide-eyed juniors, Sam Perry and Ian Higgins both dreamed of playing cricket for Australia one day. That was before they entered the harsh, dog-eat-dog world of Australian grade cricket, where their hopes and dreams were swiftly extinguished; their cricketing careers subsequently laid to rest. As a form of catharsis, 'The Grade Cricketer' was born: a desperate, delusional 'everyman' who thousands of middling amateur athletes can relate to, even if they refuse to admit it publicly. Now with over 1 million followers @thegradecricketer is their satirical take on cricket across the globe.

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ABOUT PETER LALOR
Peter Lalor is one half of Cricket Et Al with Gideon Haigh. He is a journalist and an author.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

Refunds

Please note that tickets are non-refundable unless the event is cancelled or postponed due to extenuating circumstances. Refunds are not issued within 48 hours notice of event date. Humanitix fee is nonrefundable.

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This event is presented by Roaring Stories Bookshop Balmain.

With thanks to our venue partner Red Mill and Allen and Unwin.

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