Saturday, January 12, 2008

2008 Cricket Update

After a month's break the Under 13's were back in action in a 30 over match against Gaza. Early drizzle soon cleared but the top order struggled against some good bowling. Mohammed, with 35 not out, helped us to a competitve total of 6 for 104.

Gaza seemed reluctant to take quick singles and the loss of 2 early wickets made the going tough for the home team. Josh, 3 for 4, Jacob and Chris, 2 wickets each, and Ollie 1 for 2, restricted Gaza to 9 for 74 at the end of their 30 overs.

We now have 12 boys who can bowl reasonably straight and that is the key to success in 30-over-a-side games.

The win over Gaza was followed by another 30 over match, this time against Modbury. Modbury is the only team to have beaten the Under 13's so far, back in round 2. This time the result was reversed with Gepps Cross scoring a comfortable win. Mohammed and Scott top scored, with Ollie and Cam both 6 not out.

Following a disasterous performance against Golden Grove - we were dismissed for 22! - the Under 15's bounced back with an easy win over Modbury. The team is in contention for the finals after looking shaky since Christmas.

The Under 17's have won both their matches in the New Year, beating Modbury and Hope Valley.

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