Batting: Jonathan Damianakis 24 (15), Pierce Stakelum 9 (15), Ollie Nihill 7 (15)

Bowling: Jared Mudge 1/6 (3)

Notable Player: Pierce Stakelum and Ollie Nihill for heroic efforts with the bat.

Game Summary: The Scorchers found themselves a little rusty after the summer break, but it did not take them too long to find their groove. Being sent into field after losing the toss saw some great fielding, supportive encouragement, and strategising field placements between them. Unfortunately, the team conceded too many extras which did not help the total. However, there was a great run out by Pierce and three wickets to Jared, Jonathan, and James.

The Scorchers enjoyed a delicious match tea provided by James's family that fuelled them for the next innings ahead. With a cracking start, the Scorchers found themselves gaining runs and the scores closing in. With help from Jonathan and his mighty powerful bat, 24 runs were added to the total. Pierce continued that momentum, striking the ball beautifully towards the boundary. His 9 runs were essential for the team and motivated our tailenders, Ollie and Hugh to put on a mighty finish. Ollie added another 7 runs aided by Hugh with some great running between the wickets. In the end, the accurate bowling of the Magpies hurt the Scorchers, dragging the score out to an unreachable target. But it is great to be playing cricket again!