The Friday afternoon sun shone down on Deakin Oval 211, setting the perfect stage for an exciting game between the Marist Sixers and Grammar Thunder. With Marist taking the crease first, the match kicked off with high energy and anticipation. Thunder was light on players with Marist filling in Thunders vacancies allowing the game to proceed.

Xander got the scoreboard ticking early, spotting a gap in the field and capitalizing with a couple of powerful swings, securing crucial runs. Soon, Yash stepped up, determination in his eyes, and it wasn’t long before he sent a clean four to the boundary. His impressive performance was soon followed by Henry, who was eager to leave his own mark on the game.

Lauchlan joined Henry at the crease, forming a formidable duo. Their partnership saw multiple boundaries, with Henry even launching a stunning six, drawing cheers from the enthusiastic spectators. However, Thunder quickly responded, managing to catch Henry out on the full. Despite this, Marist delivered a strong first innings total, making it a steep challenge for the opposition.

After a quick break, the teams switched roles, and Marist took to the field. Jimmy Wright set the tone immediately, claiming a wicket in his opening spell. Henry, showcasing his versatility, followed up with some sharp right-arm deliveries, keeping the pressure firmly on Thunder. Marist’s fielding was disciplined and precise, leaving little room for their opponents to mount a comeback.

At the final tally, Marist secured a commanding victory with 127 runs to Thunder’s 60. Despite being short on players, Thunder put up a valiant fight. James Rae earned the Coach’s Award, Xander took home the Parent’s Award, and Player of the Day went to young Hugo, a clear crowd favourite. A fantastic game of cricket, filled with skill, great teamwork, and sportsmanship from all!