Marist Derby - A Riveting Win Over Marist Sky

Marist Royals opened at Pearce Oval with a high‑scoring thriller, being the team's third score over 200 thanks to a batting lineup that fired from top to bottom. Fast starts from Sam, Ollie and Henry set the tone early, while Tom kept the momentum rolling. A real surge came when Ethan launched a blistering 38 off 15, lifting Royals to a total that always looked challenging.

Marist Sky came hard in the chase, but Royals’ bowlers delivered the key moments. Conor, Ethan and Henry all struck at important times, slowing Sky’s momentum just as they threatened to break away. The fielding unit backed them up with sharp work — including Ethan’s full‑stretch diving screamer in the outfield, two run outs from Lewis, and another from Sam. Liam was unlucky not to score a couple of wickets but bowled very tightly being the second most economical bowler. Sky pushed deep, but Royals closed out the innings with composure, restricting them to 215 and sealing a 12‑run win following three crucial wickets in the final over.

It was a balanced, confident team performance — powerful batting, timely breakthroughs, and big plays in the field — all under the guidance of the team’s awesome coaches Liam C and Reece P, whose preparation and support continue to lift the group. A strong start to 2026 and a statement from a side ready to finish strongly in the season.