4th Grade vs Sydney Uni - Round 1 - 2011/12

The opening game of the season was to be played at Beauchamp Park against Sydney Uni. With many of the same faces back from last year we were confident of starting off the season well.

Pat Effeney, Kidd's bowling partner, also starts the season in style

We lost the toss and were in the field on Day 1. With a bit of life in the wicket our quick bowlers went through the Sydney Uni top order early with each of the bowlers picking up a wicket. James Kidd went through the tail very quickly picking up six wickets. After 34 overs Sydney Uni were all out for 122. We knew the wicket would be tough but the outfield was fast and runs would come if we played positive cricket.

Unfortunately there is not a lot to say about the batting performance. We were bundled out for 97 in 44 overs. The batsmen showed no intent to score or play positive cricket. Adam Cubbage was the stand out making 29. It’s difficult to say much about that batting display.

With two overs left to play we knew we could get a wicket or two in fading light and rain. Earlier in the day Kiddy took the last two wickets of Uni innings and was on a hatrick. A beautiful in swinger to the left hander trapping him in front and James Kidd has his Hatrick.

Coming into day two we knew we were a chance if we could get early wickets. Unfortunately we were presented with a very flat wicket and were unable to take regular wickets. The game was called off shortly after tea with Uni deciding they did not want to have a go at us.

A tough start to the season and unfortunately little to write about in this match report. Next week sees us take in a grand final replay against the premiers Sydney. A dramatic change in attitude will be needed if we are to get the points this week.

Good luck to all grades and let’s take them all and get back to the Orchard for the season launch!