Zelma McKie from M.H.O,Rourke Funerals presented manager/coach Rob Martin with a substantial cheque to help with the costs of our under 14 boys cricket team entering in the Kookaburra cup this week. The boys thanked Zelma by acclamation before their final training session before the competition that started Tuesday 2nd October.
On Tuesday Braidwood took on Marist in the morning and Eastlake in the afternoon. On Wednesday they battle with Tuggeranong in the morning and all these games will be played at Narrabundah.
Thursday sees the final series and the boys will play another two games that day regardless of where they finish in their pool. There are 12 teams entered in the under 14 plate division in which they are competing.
Pen portraits of our team; Troy Harrison, Captain and a sound all rounder who should score well and take his share of wickets.
Mitchell Smithers, Wicketkeeper/batsman who is also a capable bowler and may be required to send down afew overs during the week.
Sam Harrison, hard hitting batsman who could score heavily if he gets set. A handy bowler with a strong throwing arm.
Pat Martin-opening bowler who will lead the attack. Hard hitting batsman and outstanding in the field either in the deep or close in.
James Gibble, a new addition to the side who shows great potential with both bat and ball.
Bob McDougall, A deceptive slow bowler who will take a few wickets if his side can hold their catches in the deep. A useful batsman but needs the right sized pads to allow him to run between wickets.
Will Richards, a solid batsman and more than useful leg spin bowler who will also be relying his fielders to hold their catchers.
Josh Daniher, the baby of the side at only nine but is prepared to mix it with the older boys. Bowls a very dangerous leg break and is a sound batsman.
James Richards, was to be the number one supporter but can't keep himself off the field. Is bowling well and is capable of scoring runs.
The boys have been training hard for 6 weeks and are very excited about putting their skills to the test this week. If you would like to see the boys play please contact Rob Martin on 0428422157 for details of venues and times.