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A lot of success during the season was delivered by our bowling. Possessing a good mix of pace and spin, our bowling attack had good depth and flexibility. Congratulations to Zac on receipt of the Bowling Award. He took 11 wickets at an average of 7.09 runs per wickets. His bowling at the death of the innings was invaluable, proving that a consistent line and length will always be effective. Sohan had another strong season with the ball, picking up 9 wickets at an average of 13.96 runs, while Arnav and Eamon also collected 8 wickets for the season, a good reward for their consistent and accurate efforts.
Sebastian is to be congratulated on receiving the team’s Batting Award, amassing a total of 248 runs at an average of 41.33. His composure in being able to build an innings was a highlight, a watchful approach at the start of his innings and dashing finish at the end. Other commendable batting achievements included Lukas, scoring 190 runs at an average of 38.00 runs, and Zac, with a total of 177 runs at an average of 25.29. Lukas’ willingness to push the run rate from the beginning proved effective, and perhaps the difference in some matches. Zac’s measured approach, often when opening the batting, laid a solid foundation for the following batters.
Finally, the contributions of Narelle Irwin (Manager) and Richard Jones (Scorer) throughout the year have again been immense. Narelle’s clear and prompt dissemination of information and communication about training and match information kept parents well informed and coaches well prepared. Richard’s dedicated and accurate efforts as scorer, not only highlights his interest towards the game, but also his commitment to the team and Junior sport. It’s this type of support from parents that makes a coach’s job easy and the team operating efficiently and achieving their best.
It was a successful and enjoyable season, delivering a positive and encouraging outlook towards the seasons ahead.
Matt Kohlhagen & Matt Macauley (Coaches) U14 White
U14 White team stepped into this year with most of the players coming back for the fifth successive season. We must be doing something right for them to continue playing the game together with their mates. The team was also joined by some players from other clubs/suburbs and two players who decided to play up an age group moving from U12 into U14.
Playing the U14 format was a massive change for players. Playing with 156gm ball and full-length pitch for the first time wasn’t easy. All players were up for the challenge.
The team kicked off their season with a massive win against the Kissing Point U14 team. Yash and Samih shone with the ball together with Peter and Rashmintha grabbing two wickets each with their unplayable spin. What a great way for the players to start!
We focussed on learning to play as a team and cherish each other’s successes. Every single player put in hard work during practice and it showed at most of the games of the season.
We witnessed half-century knocks from Krish, Samih, and Rashmintha. Samih and Ajeet showed their punch and panache and bettered their record of hitting towering sixes while showed immense maturity by putting a price on their wicket.
The most exciting game of the season was against the Hornsby team who we won by the skin of our teeth. Rashmintha’s fifer led the team to win by 8 runs on a low target set by our team.
Aayush found sparkling all-rounder form and sprint fielding. Tanush continued to be our fastest and fiercest bowler.
Aarush and Krish focussed on batting to their strengths and got us out of trouble seeing off the new ball on many occasions.
Jason showed a lot of improvement in picking up his batting and bowling skills.
Nirvaan, who played hardball for the first time, showed great courage in facing fierce bowling attacks. The moment of joy for him was when he took his debut wicket of a set batsman. The team celebrated his first wicket like there was no tomorrow.
Yash continued his fine form with his bowling and improved on batting.
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