Marist Navy Make Their Mark!

Batting: Jamie - 20, Vivaan - 12, Will - 11, Ronnie - 9

Bowling: Vivann- 2/5 (2), Ronnie 2/10 (3)

Game 1 | Marist Navy vs Queanbeyan Navy | Kambah Oval

Marist Navy kicked off the season against Queanbeyan Navy, winning the toss and electing to bowl. Despite the dewy conditions and heavy grass, the boys took to the field with fantastic energy, communication and teamwork — an impressive effort for a team playing together for the first time, with most making their Stage 2 debut!

🏏Bowling fireworks! Vivaan delivered a cracking spell of 2/5 off 2 overs, including TWO wickets in one over! Ronnie matched him with 2/10 off 3 overs, both LBWs. William and Jamie chipped in with a wicket each, while Will and Lachy combined in the run-out action. Behind the stumps, Ollie and Lachy kept things tidy against some speedy bowling.

🏏 With the bat, Jamie led the way with a terrific 20 runs, supported by Vivaan (12), Will (11) and Ronnie (9). Great partnerships, smart running and plenty of determination saw the boys battle hard against an experienced Queanbeyan attack.

Final scores: Marist Navy 8/96 | Queanbeyan Navy 8/137.

PLAYER OF THE MATCH: RONNIE! Two wickets, a run-out assist and some exceptional fielding made Ronnie a well-deserved standout!

While Queanbeyan took the win, Marist Navy showed plenty of potential, resilience and, most importantly, fantastic team spirit. The boys backed each other, listened, encouraged and never gave up.

Game 1 done — and this crew is only just getting started! Keep your eyes on Marist Navy! 🏏