Meet your coach
Ollie Winder
Cow Corner Cricket founder, qualified coach, and lifelong cricket tragic.
"Cricket gave me so much growing up — confidence, discipline, friendships that lasted a lifetime. I want every kid I coach to feel that same sense of belonging and joy."
I grew up playing cricket in England and fell in love with the game early. There's something about cricket — the strategy, the skill, the camaraderie — that gets under your skin and never really leaves.
After years playing at club level, I realised my real passion wasn't just playing the game — it was sharing it. Watching a kid nail their first cover drive, or take their first wicket, or just finally feel confident stepping out to bat — that's what gets me out of bed in the morning.
I founded Cow Corner Cricket to give kids across Bayside and Victoria access to quality, personalised coaching that actually makes a difference. No cookie-cutter drills, no one-size-fits-all programs. Every child I work with gets coaching tailored to where they are and where they want to go.
Whether your child is 5 years old and picking up a bat for the first time, or 17 and pushing for a spot in the school first XI, I'll meet them where they are — and help them get to where they want to be.
Qualifications & Experience
- Qualified Cricket Australia Coach
- Working with Children Check (Victoria)
- 7+ years coaching experience
- Coaching ages 5–17 across Victoria
- First Aid certified
- Based in Bayside, Melbourne
How I coach
My coaching philosophy
I believe every child can fall in love with cricket — they just need the right environment to do it in.
Fun first, always
Kids who enjoy training come back. I build every session around games, challenges, and real match situations so the learning never feels like a chore.
Individual attention
I track every player's development and tailor sessions to their specific needs. No child gets lost in the crowd or left behind.
Technique from day one
Good habits built early last a lifetime. I teach proper technique from the very first session, no matter the age or ability level.
Confidence beyond cricket
The skills kids build on the pitch — resilience, focus, teamwork — follow them into every part of life. That's the real win.
Ready to get started?
Get in touch and let's find the right program for your child.