An event being organised by James Rodgers (OR71), Patrick Rodgers (OR81) and Michael Punch 

Date: Friday 27 February, 2026 

Venue: Steve Waugh Room, Sydney Cricket Ground 

Time: 12.00 pm – 3.00 pm 

At the lunch, The History of Cricket at Riverview: 1880–2025 will be launched. 

Guest Panel: 

• Jackson Bird (OR2004): Tasmanian Shield player; NSW & Australian Test player 

• Simon Katich (Current Parent): WA & NSW Shield player; Australian Test player 

• Sam Fanning (OR2018): Current WA Shield player 

Following lunch, the Members' Bar will be open. All proceeds will support the College Bursary Program. Further details will be released by the organisers soon. 

When available, details will be available on OIU Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1D1R7Vstnp/ 

Note: This event is independently organised by several Old Ignatians. The OIU is pleased to share their 'Save the Date' with the OIU community for this special celebration.