Around the Grounds
First grade was washed out week 1 against Caboolture and will have sights set on defeating them in a One Dayer. Second Grade are positioned well after restricting Glasshouse to 9/197. Thirds are in a battle to post a defendable first innings total after being sent in on a tricky deck against Caloundra, managing 7/87 of 40 before the rain came. Sixth Grade made full use of conditions with Wayne Moore taking 5/14 to rip through Landsborough for 29. 8/119 in response made for a very good day of cricket. The Women took out the minor premiership with a strong win over Caloundra on the back of a disciplined bowling display.
Second Grade vs Glasshouse
Arriving at Glasshouse under cloudy, humid conditions, the captain won the toss and elected to bowl on a hard but unpredictable pitch. Tyron De Kauwe and Oliver Wilson set the tone early with disciplined line and length, restricting the opposition’s scoring. Tyron made the initial breakthrough, and Corey Flood followed with a sharp diving caught-and-bowled, leaving Glasshouse 2/78 by the rain delay. Post-tea, Tyron struck again, trapping big gun Milini LBW, while Finn Mayo played a pivotal role in the field, securing a run-out and taking a crucial catch. Jarred Davis bowled with precision but was unlucky not to add to the tally. Despite a late rally from the opposition, the team’s tight bowling managed to keep them to 9/197 at stumps. With just one more wicket to claim next week, two’s are well-positioned to chase down the target and keep their top-two hopes alive.
Third Grade vs Caloundra
Facing a soft, grassy wicket and losing the toss, Thirds were sent in to bat. With regular openers unavailable, Lachlan Webster and Jackson Holland courageously stepped up. Jackson showed early intent with a well-timed pull shot to the boundary, but the team was soon in trouble at 2/5. The pitch offered little for stroke play, and partnerships were difficult to build. Jake Carlisle (19) played a composed innings, kept the score competitive, with small contributions throughout the order getting the team to 7/87 off 40 overs before heavy rain halted play. Aiden Mayo (9*) remains at the crease and will look to push the total towards a defendable score next week. The lower order will be key as the Thunder batters aim to set a challenging target.
Sixth Grade vs Landsborough
Overcast conditions and a lively pitch were in the openers favour as they struck early, reducing Landsborough to 4/4 within the first few overs. Wayne Moore (5/14) continued his rich vein of form with another five-wicket haul, while Dale Brown (2/11) maintained pressure with precise bowling. Landsborough struggled to recover and were dismissed for just 29 inside 21 overs. In response, Olly Tilley (37) and Dale Brown (36*) provided stability as we reached 8/119, securing first-innings points and a commanding 90-run lead. With a strong foundation set, Sixes are in a good position to push for an outright victory next week, conditions permitting.
Women’s Team vs Caloundra
The women’s team secured the minor premiership with a commanding victory over Caloundra. On a difficult batting surface, the top order applied themselves to post a strong 1/88. The team’s bowling attack, which has been a strength all season, once again delivered, restricting Caloundra to 4/71. Zayli Clifton bowled her best spell of the year (3 overs, 0/11), while her opening partner, Talei Owen, returned to form with an outstanding 4-over spell, taking 1/4 and executing a sharp run-out. Kirsty was equally impressive, picking up a wicket and playing a key role in two run-outs. A brilliant all-round team effort capping off a dominant season. Congratulations to the squad on securing the minor premiership!
