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The Top Cats Are Back In 2011/12
10/10/2011
Download your invitation to be involved in the HCCC Top Cats Club for season 2011/12.
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Appointment Of Assistant Coaches
15/08/2011
The HCCC would like to confirm the appointments of the following to Assistant Coaching Roles...
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Appointment Of New Senior Coach
20/04/2011
It is with great pleasure to announce the appointment of former West Indian International player Darryl Brown to lead HCCC forward into what will be a very big step up into Senior Division in the VTCA.
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Major Announcement - Trent Said
19/04/2011
HCCC is saddened to announce that 2010/11 Premiership Captain/Coach Trent Said two weeks ago informed the club of his desire to step down from this demanding role for the forthcoming season, but to continue to represent the club as a player only.
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We Are The Champions!
23/03/2011
HCCC are the champions of the Victorian Turf Cricket Association's North Division after a comprehensive victory against Strathmore at Donald McLean Reserve.
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HCCC 2011 Special Effort Results
15/02/2011
Thanks to all who attended and supported this season's Pleasant Sunday on 13th February 2011. Checkout if you were amongst the winners.
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Herald Sun TAC Super Coach
02/02/2011
It's almost that time of year again when footy is upon us, once again we will keep the competitive juices flowing in our off season with HCCC Super Coach Leagues.
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HCSC Flood Fundraiser raises $30K
28/01/2011
As a result of the Hoppers Crossing Sports Club 'Flood Fundraiser' held on Australia Day, we are pleased to announce that we raised the fantastic total of $15,000, which when matched $ for $ by the Sports Club makes a grand total of $30,000 to be donated to flood victims in Victoria and Queensland.
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HCCC Top Cats 2nd Function
15/01/2011
Top Cats function to be held on Sunday 3rd April 2011. Membership to this season’s Top Cats Club has swelled to 108 members, a huge increase from our inaugural membership of 47 five seasons ago.
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Movember 2010 - HCCC
30/11/2010
As Movember comes to a close, the boys from the HCCC would like to encourage you to assist their 2010 campaign (which currently stands at just under $5000) by donating to this very worthy cause.
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Stuart Broad praises HCCC in The Mirror and The Age Articles
24/11/2010
Its been a great week for publicity for the Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club, with write-ups in The Age and Mirror about our English cricket star Stuart Broad.
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Chris Ford's Memorial Service
09/11/2010
For those of you who new past player Chris Ford, who recently passed away, there will be a memorial service to be held in his honour this Friday 12th November at 2pm at the East Burwood Sports Club.
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HCCC Top Cats 1st Function
29/10/2010
Click here to download your invitation to attend the upcoming Top Cats function to be held on Wednesday 24th November.
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Cats Home In A Nailbiter
24/10/2010
Hoppers Crossing got off to a winning start in the season’s first encounter of VTCA North Division games after narrowly overcoming Strathmore at Hogan’s Road Reserve on Saturday.
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UFC LIVE @ The Sports Club
18/10/2010
This UFC fight is just another thing we’re trying at our club, so come down and support us this Sunday 24th October 2010. Undercareds from 1PM AEDT.
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Training Due To Washout
15/10/2010
As the VTCA has called off the cricket tomorrow all 1st-4th XI players are to meet at the club rooms at 1PM, SAT-16-10-2010.
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HCCC Season Update
14/10/2010
Although the weather is looking ominous for the weekend, the VTCA has instructed that it will be report to grounds this weekend...
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Future Stars Cricket Coaching
14/10/2010
HCCC are embarking on a new venture which hopefully will lead to the continued further development of our players both junior and senior members.
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VTCA Called Off for 9th & 10th Oct
07/10/2010
Our 1st - 4th XI's in the VTCA have been cancelled this weekend but our 5ths & 6ths in the WSUCCA are still on.
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HCCC Top Cats Memberships
05/10/2010
Find out how to obtain your invitation to be involved in the HCCC Top Cats Club for season 2010/11.
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HCSC 2010 Charity Golf Day
30/09/2010
The Hoppers Crossing Sports Club 2010 Charity Golf Day was held on Friday 24th September with over 80 players enjoying near perfect golfing conditions at the picturesque Werribee Park Golf Club.
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Training SAT-02-OCT-2010 @ 10AM
29/09/2010
As we are not playing Cricket this Saturday I've decided to hold a training session Saturday morning from 10:00am-12:00pm.
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Play Called Off for 2nd & 3rd Oct
27/09/2010
The VTCA and the WSUCCA have released a message stating....
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Albion Helmets With HCCC Emblem
27/09/2010
Thanks to the hard work of Will we have the opportunity get Albion helmets through Rebel with the HCCC emblem on the front at a discounted rate.
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Movember 2010 Team - Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club
22/09/2010
The HCCC will again be supporting the growing club of modern gentlemen who believe in the virtues of fine moustachery, immaculate grooming and growing a moustache for Movember.
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2010 Player Sponsorship
20/09/2010
Those players wishing to source a player sponsor for this season have an added benefit other than not having to pay their own membership costs.
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Seniors Practice Match CANCELLED
10/09/2010
Unfortunately our practice match this weekend has been cancelled.  First Williamstown Imperials and now Donval have advised that they are unable to get sufficient numbers.
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Seniors - Practice Match
31/08/2010
On Saturday 11th September we will be playing a practice match against Williamstown Imperials.
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Extra Training Sessions
18/08/2010
For those of you who have not been at training yet this season you might not be aware that not only are Symmetry Physio Therapy on board again this season as a sponsor but they have also offered us the playing service of Stephen Dow.
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HCCC - ANNOUNCEMENT
17/08/2010
It is my pleasure to advise that Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club's 1st XI will be participating in the VTCA North Division this season.
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Preseason Update
13/08/2010
I’d like to congratulate all of you who came to our sessions at Ultimate Kickboxing over the past week, especially those who made it to more than one.
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New Shorts & Singlet Tops
12/08/2010
We have received the new shorts & singlet tops for this season which are being modelled by Daniel McNamara.
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Ultimate Kickboxing II
09/08/2010
We had a good turnout to our first kickboxing session last week but there are still plenty of you who we haven’t seen at any of our fitness sessions.
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Ultimate Kickboxing
03/08/2010
While the attendances at our first couple of training sessions has been encouraging there is always room for improvement. If your seriouse about having your best season ever then you need to get in shape. It’s time commit!!!!
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Leg Spin Bowling Coach
22/07/2010
Please be advised that new Hoppers Crossing player Fawad Ahmed is a qualified and accredited cricket coach specialising in leg spin bowling. A number of members have enquired for this service in the past, if you have some interest please see the attached profile.
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Pre-season Training is underway
19/07/2010
Pre-season Training is underway and we had a great turn out to our first fitness session on Thursday. These sessions are open to all players and will be of benefit no matter what grade you play in.
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New Signing - Fawad Ahmed
18/07/2010
The HCCC are pleased to announce the signing of Fawad Ahmed, a former Pakistani first class player to the club.
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Preseason Training Schedule Announced
05/07/2010
Please ensure you print yourselves off a copy and attach to the fridge.
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Lets Get Started! - 2010/11
18/06/2010
As we approach the halfway mark of the football season the count down until the start of the cricket season begins. On Saturday, 24 July we will be getting things started with a Marquee at the football from 1:30, there will be a BBQ and beers/soft drinks available.
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Coach Annocments For 2010/11
17/06/2010
The HCCC are pleased to announce the coaching structure for season 2010/11 has been finalised. As previously announced Trent Said commences his third season in charge as Senior Coach & First XI Captain.
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Annual General Meeting Notification
07/06/2010
The HCCC 33rd Annual General Meeting, will be held at the Hoppers Crossing Sports Club, Hogans Road Reserve, Hoppers Crossing on Monday 28th June 2010, commencing at 7:30pm.
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Mathews Pizza - Exclusive Member's Night
18/02/2010
Due to a change in ownership, one of our oldest (20+ years) sponsors Mathews Pizza is currently undertaking a complete redevelopment, and transformation into a family-friendly restaurant.
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Super Coach 2010 @ HCCC
12/02/2010
The footy season is rapidly approaching and as a cricket club we have again put together three leagues in the Herald Sun Fantasy Footy Comp exclusively for the club people and their family.
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2nd Top Cats Function Announced
05/02/2010
The 2nd Top Cats Function for the year will be held on Sunday 28th February.
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HCCC wins the 9th Annual Peter Bunworth Memorial Match
04/02/2010
HCCC beat Wyndhamvale CC in a close encounter on Sunday at HCCC headquarters.
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Special Effort 1st Draw Winners
27/01/2010
The drawing of tickets was done by Thyme Swan, (Craig Swans' daughter), at the clubrooms after the Australia Day activities.
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Third In A Row Has Cats Firing
20/01/2010
Hoppers Crossing’s season is now back on track after their third successive win on the trot in VTCA North Division matches.
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No.1 Ticket Holder Speaks About HCCC In Parliament
16/01/2010
Tim Pallas, Minister for Roads, Ports and Major Projects and HCCC's No.1 Ticket Holder talks about the club's achievements in state parliament.
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Junior Scores 150 not out
07/12/2009
Hoppers Crossing Under 15C player Jakob Wojcik had the game most cricketers dream about over the previous two Saturdays against Werribee Centrals at Cambridge Reserve. On the first Saturday Jakob stared with the ball, claiming impressive figures of 5/19 off 7 over’s, helping his side dismiss Centrals for 128.
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Close Again But No Cigar For Cats
07/12/2009
Hoppers Crossing 1st XI came agonisingly close to their first win of the season on Saturday, however close enough is still not quite good enough. Playing Parkville District at Hogan’s Road in yet another one day encounter, the visitors drew first blood by winning the toss and electing to bat on a wicket tailor made for big scoring.
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VTCA Games SAT-28-11-09
27/11/2009
The VTCA have requested all clubs provide an update by 9am SAT-28-11-09 regarding their ground availability.
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Cats Crumble Again
26/10/2009
Hoppers Crossing have got off to a poor start to the season suffering their second consecutive loss at the hands of Sunshine United on Saturday at Hogan’s Road.
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2009/10 Senior Training Structure
22/10/2009
Captain/Coach Trent Said presents the Senior Training Structure to the playing group.
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2009/10 Junior Season Begins
13/10/2009
Our Juniors season for 2009/10  got underway on Friday 9th October with the U13B playing a one day game against Glen Orden at Glen Orden Primary School.
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Cats Crash in Opening Encounter
12/10/2009
Hoppers Crossing had a nightmare opening to their season in the first round of VTCA North Division matches. Travelling away to take on North Division newcomers Keilor Park, the Cats only decisive win for the afternoon was winning the toss and electing to bat.
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Two Sunday Games This Weekend
07/10/2009
Due to ground availability, the 2nd and 4th XI's will be playing on Sunday this week (11th October 2009). It would be appreciated if all players who are unavailable for selection on Sunday please email either Trent Said or David Dodemaide, as this will obviously need to be taken into consideration when selecting teams.
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HCCC Season Update
01/10/2009
The preseason is almost over with the first teams to represent HCCC this season scheduled to play on Saturday.  As most of you are aware the VTCA has been called off for this weekend with all games reverting to a 1 day games the following weekend.
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HCCC No. 1 Ticket Holder Announced
30/09/2009
Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club last night announced that Victorian Government Minister for Roads, Ports and Major Projects Tim Pallas is the clubs inaugural No. 1 ticketholder.
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HCCC Melbourne Cup Eve Ball 2009
29/09/2009
Not only is the cricket season almost upon us but so is the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival.  It's been a few years but thanks to the efforts of this years committee I'm proud to announce that the 'HCCC Melbourne Cup Eve Ball' is back on the social calendar and it's going to be bigger and better than ever.
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HCCC Brownlow Competition 2009
15/09/2009
Select one player from each club, their Brownlow vote count will be added together and whoever accumulates the highest total will win the prize.
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HCCC Tooleybuc Practice Match
11/09/2009
We have 1 week until our practice match in Tooleybuc so we need confirmation of your availability and payment by Wednesday night, below is a list of the players who have confirmed their availability.
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HCCC Preseason Update
02/09/2009
With less than 5 weeks left before the first game it's important we are all getting to training as often as we can, the hard work we put in now will ensure success when the season starts.
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A Message From The Senior Coach - Trent Said.
12/08/2009
As you should all be aware by now the preseason training program has commenced and there has been a great level of enthusiasm and commitment shown by those players who have attended.
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2009/10 Junior Pre-Season Training Schedule Announced
10/08/2009
The junior pre-season training schedule for all age groups is now avaliable. Try to attend as many as you can.
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Arndell Park Early Childhood Learning Centre Exclusive Offer to HCCC
30/07/2009
We're pleased to announce Arndell Park Early Childhood Learning Centre as a club sponsor and as part of their sponsorship deal, they’ve agreed to discounted rates for HCCC members for their services. Find out how by clicking below.
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Our own Bernie 'WG' Moynahan training with the Aussies in England
20/07/2009
An article in Sunday's Herald-Sun from Kerry O'Keeffe's Ashes Tour Diary about Bernie's pre-season training efforts.
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2009/10 Senior Pre Season Training Schedule UPDATED.
15/07/2009
The 2009/10 season is fast approaching! Download your copy of the pre season training schedule now.
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2009/10 Junior Registration Day
14/07/2009
Junior Registration Day will be on SUN-23-08-09 starting from 10AM to 1PM. All Junior members are required to attend.
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Edgerton Park English Boys 09/10
10/07/2009
Edgerton Park Cricket Club, our sister club in England have two young blokes keen to come over this summer.
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Broad praises HCCC in Daily Telegraph and Herald Sun Articles
06/07/2009
Its been a great week for publicity for the HCCC with Daryl Carrington’s insightful and entertaining interview on SEN Sports Radio, Herald Sun and Daily Telegraph articles.
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Free Travel Expo & Infomation Day
05/06/2009
HCCC Major Sponsor Harvey World Travel (Wyndham Village / Werribee) are holding a Travel Expo at Wyndham Village Shopping Centre on Saturday 25th July 2009.
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Cats Fall Short In Close Encounter
09/03/2009
Hoppers Crossing’s 1st XI were dealt a cruel blow when they lost the toss and were invited to bat first on a damp wicket in their VTCA Senior A1 Semi Final against Williamstown CYMS on Saturday. Both teams were decidedly edgy after inspecting the wicket prior to play, both expectant that the toss would have a large bearing on the result.
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Four Cats Teams In Finals
02/03/2009
Hoppers Crossing’s untimely loss at home to bottom team Sunshine United in the final round of VTCA Senior A1 Division has seen it drop to fourth place on the ladder, forcing them to face top side Williamstown CYMS in this weekend’s Semi Finals. In the other Semi Final St. Bernard’s are hosting Brighton District.
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Farley Claims First Ten Wicket Haul
12/01/2009
In a year when long standing records have tumbled, Hoppers Crossing 5th XI captain Grant Farley has become the first Hoppers Crossing player to claim ten wickets in an innings in the club’s distinguished history.
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Cats In Record Breaking Win
08/12/2008
Hoppers Crossing created history on Saturday as they successfully chased down a massive target of 327 set the previous weekend by Sunshine Druids in their round 5 VTCA Senior A1 division clash at Hogan’s Road Reserve.
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Seventh's Maintain Top Spot
24/11/2008
Due to the inclement weather on Saturday all Victorian Turf Cricket Association matches were called off. The only Hoppers Crossing side to take to the field was the 7th XI who continued on their match winning way with another huge win, this time over Werribee Centrals.
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Said Thrilled With Outright Win
10/11/2008
Hoppers Crossing produced a flawless display in their Senior A1 encounter against Beaumaris at Hogan’s Road Reserve on Saturday, steamrolling the opposition’s batting line-up twice to claim their first outright win for the season.
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Ian Timms and Will Gardiner Steadied The Middle Order
02/11/2008
Hoppers Crossing playing home to Beaumaris where in early trouble at 4/15 but Ian Timms and Will Gardiner steadied the middle order.
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Gardner & Timms Have Cats Purring
21/10/2008
Hoppers Crossing have already claimed a first innings win on day one of their 1st XI encounter against Bentleigh at Bentleigh, in the Senior A1 division of the VTCA on Saturday.
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Cats Down In A Nail-Biter
14/10/2008
Hoppers Crossing’s 1st XI didn’t get away to the start they would have hoped for under new Captain / Coach Trent Said, losing a close encounter in their one day fixture against St. Bernard’s at Hogan’s Road Reserve.
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Fire Devastates Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club
02/10/2008
A fire at the Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club early Wednesday morning has thrown the club’s preparations for the opening to the season into some disarray.
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Capains Appointed For 2008/09 Season
30/09/2008
Hoppers Crossing Cricket Club is pleased to announce the appointments of the team captains for the 2008/09 season.
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New Coach Appointed
15/04/2008
Trent Said has been appointed as senior coach for the 2008/09 season, beating a strong list of candidates for the role.
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