 "BETWEEN THE WICKETS"
What happens on the field gets reported
Round 1 – “A Classic”
Gordon 8/157 defeated Roseville Crocs 6/156.
The Golds headed off to Allan Small Oval at East Killara on Saturday to open their 2009/10 campaign and what an opening it proved to be! Roseville batted first and made the very respectable score of 6/156 off their 30 overs. There were a number of very good things on display during our time in the field including:
1. Excellent catching – well done Charlie C and Jae
2. Two beautiful run outs courtesy of Alex and Henry
3. Superb wicket keeping by our 3 keepers, Charlie C, Gen and Jonas – only 6 byes
4. Good accurate bowling by everyone especially Hamish
5. 3 wicket takers – Jae 2, Callum 1 and Henry 1
The team had to adjust to the new concept of bowling from both ends which meant an adjustment to our field placements and they handled this very well (and will get better). Also an increase in overs to 30 meant we were in the field for a longer period than last season, and again the whole team adjusted to this very well with Charlie W. being a stand out!
Set such a tough target in the first game of the year was going to be a big test but the Golds rose to the challenge. Jae (13) and Henry (16) both batted with aggression and put together a neat partnership of 27. Both Charlie W and Charlie C lost their wickets trying to keep the score moving . Callum (10) was in excellent form and will continue to improve. Jonas (34 not out) was the rock of the innings and saw us home in the last over. He was well supported by a determined Alex(16). Gen (4) “smoked” a cover drive and James T(2) looked solid. Mitch (7) batted himself into form and Jack (4 not out) looked at ease while at the wicket. The target was reached with 4 balls to spare providing a great deal of excitement for the spectators.
Some good aspects of our batting were
1. Strong loud calls meaning no one was run out
2. All batsmen were looking for the singles
3. Everyone cheered each other when they played a good shot
4. Most people were backing up when not on strike
This was a fantastic start to the season with the game played in a great spirit which everyone should be proud of.
Thanks to umpires Tim and Paul and as always scorer Steve!!!!
NEXT WEEK Round 2 v North Sydney White at Barra Brui Oval St Ives– be at the ground by 7.55am
Training: Thursday at 4.00pm at Willoughby Park – thank you to Paul for doing this. Once daylight saving starts we will start training at 5.00pm
Player Availability: Gen is out this week, so we only have 11. If you know you will be away at any stage please let Manager Judy know as soon as possible. | 
