The players got to see Australia captain Michael Clarke declare with the highest individual score recorded at the SCG and former captain Ricky Ponting get his 40th century during his 100th test.

Players were made welcome by the organisers and also by the Test cricketers who acknowledged them when the young players formed a guard of honour for the Australian team after play resumed after lunch.

The children were thrilled when the Australian representatives chatted to many while heading back to the field.

“They all really enjoyed it and so did the parents,” co-organiser Connie Sullivan said.

Local organisers of the trip to Sydney said it was a great experience for the Junee cricketers to get up close and personal with Australia’s best players.

During a break in play, the aspiring cricketers were able to learn from some of the professionals to help develop their cricketing skills with several Cricket Australia and Cricketing NSW officials keeping a keen eye on the younger players.

“Hopefully they all take the lessons back onto the field,” Ms Sullivan said.

A proposed six-a-side cricket competition which was planned for January 15 has been postponed and will now be held at a later date.

Saturday morning cricket will return to Loftus Oval from February 4.