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OLD CONCORDIANS CRICKET CLUB

Last Friday marked the end of a memorable season with our presentation night. 2 flags were celebrated, while many milestones and awards were given out, and congratulations to all who received.

Our Spirit of Cricket Award has been renamed to the OCA Spirit of Cricket/Junaid Khan Shield in honour of our great mate, someone who displayed all traits of a worthy winner of the award.

A special mention to our Premiership Captain Bjorn Pederson who was recognised for breaking our clubs all time leading run scorer record this season, now sitting at 6,227 runs. Our Cricketer of the Year Award, the Nelson Zweck medal went to now back-to-back-to-back winner Jono Oliver after his spectacular year. The OCA Spirit of Cricket Award/Junaid Khan Shield was won by Najam Hassan, now a two time winner. Our Clubman of the Year/Rob Sellars shield was won by President Troy Pincin for the 5th successive year, and our Young Player of the Year Award was won by Sam Strelan.

Thankyou to Fettle for hosting the night and Jake Harris for helping organise the venue.

We look forward to 2025/26 after a great season which will hopefully set us up for more success in the future!

Last Friday marked the end of a memorable season with our presentation night. 2 flags were celebrated, while many milestones and awards were given out, and congratulations to all who received.

Our Spirit of Cricket Award has been renamed to the OCA Spirit of Cricket/Junaid Khan Shield in honour of our great mate, someone who displayed all traits of a worthy winner of the award.

A special mention to our Premiership Captain Bjorn Pederson who was recognised for breaking our clubs all time leading run scorer record this season, now sitting at 6,227 runs. Our Cricketer of the Year Award, the Nelson Zweck medal went to now back-to-back-to-back winner Jono Oliver after his spectacular year. The OCA Spirit of Cricket Award/Junaid Khan Shield was won by Najam Hassan, now a two time winner. Our Clubman of the Year/Rob Sellars shield was won by President Troy Pincin for the 5th successive year, and our Young Player of the Year Award was won by Sam Strelan.

Thankyou to Fettle for hosting the night and Jake Harris for helping organise the venue.

We look forward to 2025/26 after a great season which will hopefully set us up for more success in the future!

ATCA AWARDS
Congratulations to Jono, Askar and Farhan who recently took home ATCA awards at the recent ATCA presentation night. The 3 each had outstanding individual seasons going a long way towards our clubs success this season.

ATCA AWARDS
Congratulations to Jono, Askar and Farhan who recently took home ATCA awards at the recent ATCA presentation night. The 3 each had outstanding individual seasons going a long way towards our clubs success this season.

2 FLAGS 🏆🏆
On a beautiful weekend for cricket, the B3s lost the toss but were surprisingly sent in to bat by the Hope Valley skipper under sunny skies and on the best pitch of the Concordia square. Our plan was to bat our 80 overs, keep the bowlers in the field all day and amass something in the vicinity of 275 runs.

We couldn’t have got off to a better start, with the top 4 batsmen all making runs and combining for three 50 run partnerships, expertly held together by the experienced and patient Tim Kupke (72). The tea score of 2/117 was the perfect platform from which to build our total, with discontent starting to grow amongst the fielding side, before a mini collapse of 4/27 had the game poised at 6/197 with 17 overs remaining in the day.

It was all set up for whichever side wanted the ascendancy more, but after some recent grand final losses, Pederson (76*) and Casey (48*) were not going to let history repeat, taking the game away from the visitors with an unbeaten 118 run partnership, including 46 runs from the last 3 overs.

Day 2 presented Hope Valley with an even better deck to bat on, so the Old Concordians bowlers knew they had their work cut out to prise apart the batting lineup. Seemingly focussed more on the pitch than the ball, the batsmen struggled against the metronomic attack, ably supported by both the fielders and the boisterous home crowd, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Just like in the semi final, the visitors batted honourably but failed to last til tea, with the experienced Rehman taking 5/5 off 8 overs.

With the last wicket falling, caught Raschella bowled Najam, blending youth with experience as had been our philosophy all season, jubilant scenes erupted at Concordia Oval as the club secured its first two day premiership in 15 years.

2 FLAGS 🏆🏆
On a beautiful weekend for cricket, the B3s lost the toss but were surprisingly sent in to bat by the Hope Valley skipper under sunny skies and on the best pitch of the Concordia square. Our plan was to bat our 80 overs, keep the bowlers in the field all day and amass something in the vicinity of 275 runs.

We couldn’t have got off to a better start, with the top 4 batsmen all making runs and combining for three 50 run partnerships, expertly held together by the experienced and patient Tim Kupke (72). The tea score of 2/117 was the perfect platform from which to build our total, with discontent starting to grow amongst the fielding side, before a mini collapse of 4/27 had the game poised at 6/197 with 17 overs remaining in the day.

It was all set up for whichever side wanted the ascendancy more, but after some recent grand final losses, Pederson (76*) and Casey (48*) were not going to let history repeat, taking the game away from the visitors with an unbeaten 118 run partnership, including 46 runs from the last 3 overs.

Day 2 presented Hope Valley with an even better deck to bat on, so the Old Concordians bowlers knew they had their work cut out to prise apart the batting lineup. Seemingly focussed more on the pitch than the ball, the batsmen struggled against the metronomic attack, ably supported by both the fielders and the boisterous home crowd, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Just like in the semi final, the visitors batted honourably but failed to last til tea, with the experienced Rehman taking 5/5 off 8 overs.

With the last wicket falling, caught Raschella bowled Najam, blending youth with experience as had been our philosophy all season, jubilant scenes erupted at Concordia Oval as the club secured its first two day premiership in 15 years.

That’s us

That’s us

WHAT’S BETTER THAN ONE FLAG? TWO FLAGS!

B3 ARE UNDEFEATED PREMIERS!

WHAT’S BETTER THAN ONE FLAG? TWO FLAGS!

B3 ARE UNDEFEATED PREMIERS!

Unreal scenes

Unreal scenes

PRINT THE STUBBY HOLDERS!

LO6 ARE PREMIERS!!!

PRINT THE STUBBY HOLDERS!

LO6 ARE PREMIERS!!!

TWO TO GO
LO5 were sent in at Gaza and a fast start was made by Jenke with 35. Hyams and Barker then combined for a 78 run partnership putting pressure on the opposition putting OC into a position of strength. Barker contributed 35 while Hyams anchored the innings with 58. Late hitting from Syed (26) got the total up to an extremely competitive 181. A fast start for Gaza had them 2/98 in the 17th before Janetzki took the wicket of the key batsmen launching a comeback. With the ball it was Westbrook leading the way with 3/28, in tandem with the economical Syed. Unfortunately some strong hitting from Gaza got them over the line in a close game. An extremely gallant and inspiring performance from the boys off the back of a difficult week.

At Concordia, late week rain had made curation difficult, so although 8 overs were bowled on Saturday, it soon became clear that the pitch was unsuitable for finals cricket and as such play was abandoned for the day.

Returning on Sunday for a 50 over game, Old Concordians won the toss and sent Golden Grove in, given the 10:30AM start meant there would be some early juice in the wicket. And didn’t the bowlers take advantage of the conditions, with Strelan again getting a wicket in the first over! From there, Rehman, Spencer and Oliver continued the tight lines against some blasé Brumbies batting, finding edges and dislodging bails at regular intervals as the visitors were dismissed for 39 in 26 overs.

If there were any doubts about the pitch, they were quickly dispelled by Oliver and Kupke, who chased down the total in 9 overs to book our spot in the grand final.

The feel good story was with LO6 with an amazing second innings comeback. In a low scoring game it was valuable contributions from our batsmen that set a platform for a bowlers. Jolly with 30 led the way while teen scores from Naeem, Junior Mirza and Junior Livingston put a score of 109 on the board. Potentially not enough, but in a finals game, it gave us a chance.

TWO TO GO
LO5 were sent in at Gaza and a fast start was made by Jenke with 35. Hyams and Barker then combined for a 78 run partnership putting pressure on the opposition putting OC into a position of strength. Barker contributed 35 while Hyams anchored the innings with 58. Late hitting from Syed (26) got the total up to an extremely competitive 181. A fast start for Gaza had them 2/98 in the 17th before Janetzki took the wicket of the key batsmen launching a comeback. With the ball it was Westbrook leading the way with 3/28, in tandem with the economical Syed. Unfortunately some strong hitting from Gaza got them over the line in a close game. An extremely gallant and inspiring performance from the boys off the back of a difficult week.

At Concordia, late week rain had made curation difficult, so although 8 overs were bowled on Saturday, it soon became clear that the pitch was unsuitable for finals cricket and as such play was abandoned for the day.

Returning on Sunday for a 50 over game, Old Concordians won the toss and sent Golden Grove in, given the 10:30AM start meant there would be some early juice in the wicket. And didn’t the bowlers take advantage of the conditions, with Strelan again getting a wicket in the first over! From there, Rehman, Spencer and Oliver continued the tight lines against some blasé Brumbies batting, finding edges and dislodging bails at regular intervals as the visitors were dismissed for 39 in 26 overs.

If there were any doubts about the pitch, they were quickly dispelled by Oliver and Kupke, who chased down the total in 9 overs to book our spot in the grand final.

The feel good story was with LO6 with an amazing second innings comeback. In a low scoring game it was valuable contributions from our batsmen that set a platform for a bowlers. Jolly with 30 led the way while teen scores from Naeem, Junior Mirza and Junior Livingston put a score of 109 on the board. Potentially not enough, but in a finals game, it gave us a chance.

The boys are off to the GF!
A great effort by all 3 teams in semi-finals this weekend with B3 and LO6 going through. LO5 put in a valiant effort and unfortunately just went down in a close one.

The last 7 days has been the toughest ever week for our club, but hopefully we honoured Junaid’s spirit and love for cricket in our efforts this weekend. Always missed, never forgotten.

We would like to thank Adelaide Turf Cricket Association - ATCA and all clubs for supporting us by wearing black armbands and participating in a minutes silence before games this weekend.

The boys are off to the GF!
A great effort by all 3 teams in semi-finals this weekend with B3 and LO6 going through. LO5 put in a valiant effort and unfortunately just went down in a close one.

The last 7 days has been the toughest ever week for our club, but hopefully we honoured Junaid’s spirit and love for cricket in our efforts this weekend. Always missed, never forgotten.

We would like to thank Adelaide Turf Cricket Association - ATCA and all clubs for supporting us by wearing black armbands and participating in a minutes silence before games this weekend.

Club Statement

Club Statement

CORKINDALE, OLIVER, PEDERSON IN THE RUNS
On a warm autumnal day, B3s had been set 233 against the 2nd team on the ladder to keep their undefeated streak intact. A couple of early wickets gave Reynella hope, but the old guard of Jonathon “THE Jono” Oliver and Najam steadied the ship before tea was taken at 3/128. Oliver continued the assault after the interval, finishing on a well constructed 130 as he was well caught on the boundary, before Pederson and Casey saw the side to a 6 wicket victory.

After being dismissed for 259, we bowled 12 overs to stumps, highlighted by Henry Beazley’s first A grade wicket for the club as he skittled Reynella’s opening batsman for a pair, and Eamon’s first ever OC wicket with a diving caught and bowled.

Winning the toss and bowling, LO5 got off to a strong start with Janetzki rolling through the top order with 2 wickets. He was able to combine with Syed who took 4 through the middle, plus 2 each to Rehman and Mattner, while 4 Hyams gully catches ensured the total was restricted to just 126. A shaky start early with the bat was resurrected with a clutch Barker (41) and Parkinson (23) partnership. From joining at 4-35, the two put on an 80-run stand under pressure to get the score to 5/105 before 2 Rehman cuts through point sealed the match and most likely a finals birth for LO5.

Club icon Corkindale led the way to help LO6 set the side to a match winning total. Coming in at three the keeper/batter put an a 69 run partnership with Haider (38) for the 2nd wicket. Maxy pushed on and posted an anchoring 70 with late hitting from Naeem (28) once again getting us to an excellent first innings score of 186. With the ball it was Van Haren doing the damage, taking 4/22 of his 9 leading the side to a win which will essentially seal a top 4 birth for LO6 too.

CORKINDALE, OLIVER, PEDERSON IN THE RUNS
On a warm autumnal day, B3s had been set 233 against the 2nd team on the ladder to keep their undefeated streak intact. A couple of early wickets gave Reynella hope, but the old guard of Jonathon “THE Jono” Oliver and Najam steadied the ship before tea was taken at 3/128. Oliver continued the assault after the interval, finishing on a well constructed 130 as he was well caught on the boundary, before Pederson and Casey saw the side to a 6 wicket victory.

After being dismissed for 259, we bowled 12 overs to stumps, highlighted by Henry Beazley’s first A grade wicket for the club as he skittled Reynella’s opening batsman for a pair, and Eamon’s first ever OC wicket with a diving caught and bowled.

Winning the toss and bowling, LO5 got off to a strong start with Janetzki rolling through the top order with 2 wickets. He was able to combine with Syed who took 4 through the middle, plus 2 each to Rehman and Mattner, while 4 Hyams gully catches ensured the total was restricted to just 126. A shaky start early with the bat was resurrected with a clutch Barker (41) and Parkinson (23) partnership. From joining at 4-35, the two put on an 80-run stand under pressure to get the score to 5/105 before 2 Rehman cuts through point sealed the match and most likely a finals birth for LO5.

Club icon Corkindale led the way to help LO6 set the side to a match winning total. Coming in at three the keeper/batter put an a 69 run partnership with Haider (38) for the 2nd wicket. Maxy pushed on and posted an anchoring 70 with late hitting from Naeem (28) once again getting us to an excellent first innings score of 186. With the ball it was Van Haren doing the damage, taking 4/22 of his 9 leading the side to a win which will essentially seal a top 4 birth for LO6 too.

A WEEKEND OF MIXED RESULTS
Losing the toss and being asked to bowl, the afternoon couldn’t have got off to a better start with Strelan dismissing the Reynella opener on the first ball of the day, before a Casey run out had the visitors 2/1 after 2 overs. From there, the middle order dug in with some judicious batting, taking the score to 3/89 at tea, courtesy of metronomic bowling from Oliver, Beazley and Spencer.

As the pitch flattened after tea, more aggressive batting and some missed catches helped Reynella amass 233 from their 80 overs but post tea was highlighted by a sliding catch at long on from Strelan in front of a strong Concordia crowd. A good challenge for our batsmen next weekend whom have rarely been tested this season.

LO5 being set into bat set up the innings well in the first 20, with Syed pushing his way to 57 before drinks teaming up with Ghai (31) laying the foundation to accelerate. Unfortunately a collapse after drinks led to an all out score of 137, with albeit some uneven bounce. In reply the Alligators chased down the total easily with aggressive batting but missed chances did prove costly. Only highlighted by an unlikely ‘no look’ runout from Westbrook via an incoming throw from Syed.

Fielding first in LO6 it was spin weapon Paasuke taking the first 3 wickets with figures of 3/21 of 9 including a stumping in partnership with Corkindale. Economical bowling from the attack meant 153 was needed to win but it was really only Naeem (46) that showed us resistance as we fell to a 37 run loss.

A WEEKEND OF MIXED RESULTS
Losing the toss and being asked to bowl, the afternoon couldn’t have got off to a better start with Strelan dismissing the Reynella opener on the first ball of the day, before a Casey run out had the visitors 2/1 after 2 overs. From there, the middle order dug in with some judicious batting, taking the score to 3/89 at tea, courtesy of metronomic bowling from Oliver, Beazley and Spencer.

As the pitch flattened after tea, more aggressive batting and some missed catches helped Reynella amass 233 from their 80 overs but post tea was highlighted by a sliding catch at long on from Strelan in front of a strong Concordia crowd. A good challenge for our batsmen next weekend whom have rarely been tested this season.

LO5 being set into bat set up the innings well in the first 20, with Syed pushing his way to 57 before drinks teaming up with Ghai (31) laying the foundation to accelerate. Unfortunately a collapse after drinks led to an all out score of 137, with albeit some uneven bounce. In reply the Alligators chased down the total easily with aggressive batting but missed chances did prove costly. Only highlighted by an unlikely ‘no look’ runout from Westbrook via an incoming throw from Syed.

Fielding first in LO6 it was spin weapon Paasuke taking the first 3 wickets with figures of 3/21 of 9 including a stumping in partnership with Corkindale. Economical bowling from the attack meant 153 was needed to win but it was really only Naeem (46) that showed us resistance as we fell to a 37 run loss.

3 WEEKS TILL FINALS
Our B3 side have a top of the table clash this weekend against Reynella, while we have virtually sealed top spot it will still be great preparation for finals cricket. LO5 and LO6 also have top 4 clashes which both pose as important matches for the finals race.

B3 vs Reynella, Concordia 🏡
LO5 vs Hectorville, Norwood Int HS 🚗
LO6 vs Flinders University, Flinders University Oval 2 🚗

3 WEEKS TILL FINALS
Our B3 side have a top of the table clash this weekend against Reynella, while we have virtually sealed top spot it will still be great preparation for finals cricket. LO5 and LO6 also have top 4 clashes which both pose as important matches for the finals race.

B3 vs Reynella, Concordia 🏡
LO5 vs Hectorville, Norwood Int HS 🚗
LO6 vs Flinders University, Flinders University Oval 2 🚗

JOLLY’S HEROICS & BJ GOES BANG WITH ANOTHER TON
Having already claimed first innings points, B3 was looking to bat all day in the 39C weather, but plans quickly went awry with three dismissals. A stabilising partnership between Harris (37) and Pederson arrested the slide, before Spencer came in as he and the skipper put on 85 for the 8th wicket to take the innings past tea. Bjorn was the last wicket to fall, having finished on 155, which gave us 32 overs to chase the unexpected outright.

Same as last week, it was Strelan and Spencer who got the wickets tally ticking over. Ben was very economical (3/4 off 9) while Sam was unplayable at times, swinging the ball both ways and leaving batsmen shaking their heads as they trudged off. In the end, we fell one wicket short of the outright due to some stoic tail end Trinity batting.

The win leaves us four games clear on top of the ladder with 2 games to go, guaranteeing (hopefully 2) home finals and elevation into B2 next year.

After LO5 won the toss and bowled first it was PAOC who made a fast start being 1/53 after 10. But main destroyed Askar was introduced to the attack and took 4/24 backed up by Van Haren and Hyams with 2 wickets each and an economical bowling performance kept the hosts to 9/152.

An opening stand of 44 between Hyams and Ghai put us in the box seat early but regular wickets falling after swung the momentum PAOCs way. To rebuild the innings it was Askar with 36 as the run chase got tight. 9 wickets down Jolly and Carter needed 13 of the last over. With 4 needed of the last ball Jolly pierced the outfielders at mid wicket and gave OC the win as he finished 27* with 5 boundaries. A crucial win which could help to seal a finals birth for LO5.

LO6 with the bat first unfortunately couldn’t quite get the total they needed. Corkindale (30) and Ali (30*) stabilised the innings through the middle but late hitting was needed which Farhan delivered. 50 of 35 with 4 sixes helped OC to 3/151. In reply Reynella proved to be too strong as they made the total inside 30 overs 3 wickets down.

JOLLY’S HEROICS & BJ GOES BANG WITH ANOTHER TON
Having already claimed first innings points, B3 was looking to bat all day in the 39C weather, but plans quickly went awry with three dismissals. A stabilising partnership between Harris (37) and Pederson arrested the slide, before Spencer came in as he and the skipper put on 85 for the 8th wicket to take the innings past tea. Bjorn was the last wicket to fall, having finished on 155, which gave us 32 overs to chase the unexpected outright.

Same as last week, it was Strelan and Spencer who got the wickets tally ticking over. Ben was very economical (3/4 off 9) while Sam was unplayable at times, swinging the ball both ways and leaving batsmen shaking their heads as they trudged off. In the end, we fell one wicket short of the outright due to some stoic tail end Trinity batting.

The win leaves us four games clear on top of the ladder with 2 games to go, guaranteeing (hopefully 2) home finals and elevation into B2 next year.

After LO5 won the toss and bowled first it was PAOC who made a fast start being 1/53 after 10. But main destroyed Askar was introduced to the attack and took 4/24 backed up by Van Haren and Hyams with 2 wickets each and an economical bowling performance kept the hosts to 9/152.

An opening stand of 44 between Hyams and Ghai put us in the box seat early but regular wickets falling after swung the momentum PAOCs way. To rebuild the innings it was Askar with 36 as the run chase got tight. 9 wickets down Jolly and Carter needed 13 of the last over. With 4 needed of the last ball Jolly pierced the outfielders at mid wicket and gave OC the win as he finished 27* with 5 boundaries. A crucial win which could help to seal a finals birth for LO5.

LO6 with the bat first unfortunately couldn’t quite get the total they needed. Corkindale (30) and Ali (30*) stabilised the innings through the middle but late hitting was needed which Farhan delivered. 50 of 35 with 4 sixes helped OC to 3/151. In reply Reynella proved to be too strong as they made the total inside 30 overs 3 wickets down.

FINALS RACE TIGHTENING UP
Batting first in LO6 it was a relatively slow start at Webb Oval as we were 3/52 at 20 overs. But after that the foot hit the accelerator as Farhan blasted a 19 ball 50 as he scored 78 off just 31 with 7 sixes in that! He was very well assisted by Junaid (44 at a run a ball) and Corkindale (45*) leading to an excellent score of 5/214. An excellent bowling performance backed up the batting with spinner Paasuke being the star again with 3/12 helping the side to bowl Glenunga out for 105. A great win for LO6 and one that will help towards the finals chase!

It was a good toss to win for B3 on a windy Saturday afternoon, sending Trinity in on a spicy Concordia deck. In the very first over, bowling downwind Strelan bounced out the Trinity opener, to a fine catch by Spencer at fine leg. Benjamin then proceeded to dismiss the other opener next over, to be 2/3. From then on, wickets continued to fall at regular intervals as Trinity were dismissed just after tea for 105, with both opening bowlers finishing with 4 dismissals, and Najam with 3 catches.

Small totals can be hard to chase, and at 2/32 with dynamic Oliver back in the shed, there were a few concerns in the changeroom. Fortunately, Pederson and Hassan combined for an unbeaten 107 run partnership to see the side to a first innings win with 80 overs to bat next week.

In LO5 bowling first it was the Gaza openers who got on top early. A lighting fast outfield got them away to a 91 run partnership before the first wicket fell. 3 wickets from Janetzki was able to pull the batters back to an extent but 233 was still able to be posted. A good start to the run chase from Hyams (22) and Jenke (46) gave OC hope as good running between the wickets got us off well. Unfortunately wickets probably fell too often through the middle, although shining star Max Parkinson put on a run a ball 39 with a great display of driving and cutting to hold the middle together. But it wasn’t to be as OC were bowled out for 168.

FINALS RACE TIGHTENING UP
Batting first in LO6 it was a relatively slow start at Webb Oval as we were 3/52 at 20 overs. But after that the foot hit the accelerator as Farhan blasted a 19 ball 50 as he scored 78 off just 31 with 7 sixes in that! He was very well assisted by Junaid (44 at a run a ball) and Corkindale (45*) leading to an excellent score of 5/214. An excellent bowling performance backed up the batting with spinner Paasuke being the star again with 3/12 helping the side to bowl Glenunga out for 105. A great win for LO6 and one that will help towards the finals chase!

It was a good toss to win for B3 on a windy Saturday afternoon, sending Trinity in on a spicy Concordia deck. In the very first over, bowling downwind Strelan bounced out the Trinity opener, to a fine catch by Spencer at fine leg. Benjamin then proceeded to dismiss the other opener next over, to be 2/3. From then on, wickets continued to fall at regular intervals as Trinity were dismissed just after tea for 105, with both opening bowlers finishing with 4 dismissals, and Najam with 3 catches.

Small totals can be hard to chase, and at 2/32 with dynamic Oliver back in the shed, there were a few concerns in the changeroom. Fortunately, Pederson and Hassan combined for an unbeaten 107 run partnership to see the side to a first innings win with 80 overs to bat next week.

In LO5 bowling first it was the Gaza openers who got on top early. A lighting fast outfield got them away to a 91 run partnership before the first wicket fell. 3 wickets from Janetzki was able to pull the batters back to an extent but 233 was still able to be posted. A good start to the run chase from Hyams (22) and Jenke (46) gave OC hope as good running between the wickets got us off well. Unfortunately wickets probably fell too often through the middle, although shining star Max Parkinson put on a run a ball 39 with a great display of driving and cutting to hold the middle together. But it wasn’t to be as OC were bowled out for 168.

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MONTY’S FIRST TON FOR OC
B3 Chasing 211 at Park 15 was definitely a doable task on a friendly deck. Monty joined Oliver at the crease early as the pair put on 117. Oliver played his usual style as he raced to 88. Monty and Najam then together put on 122 as the pair transcended past the total before tea. Najam was dismissed for a blazing 77 while Monty then takes over the show and makes a chance-less hundred with a brilliant display of patient batting plus pouncing when he needed to as well. Monty was dismissed for 129 while Raschella hit late with 48* to get the total past 400.

In LO5 skipper Pincin decided to bat first but unfortunately the Pincin formula was proven to be the successful route for victory as only Hitesh (48) troubled the scorers. Bowled out for 101 the bowlers went to work and got the game tight. Leading the attack was Strelan (4/21) helping to reduce the score to 9/101. Unfortunately the winning runs were hit in a nervous chase showing more runs were needed to defend the small total.

Batting first at Schmidt Oval it was Haider (57) and Hill (36) who got LO6 of to a flyer! A 90 run stand between the pair followed up by middle order hitting from Naeem (37) led to a score of 182. In response it was a complete bowling performance led by Junior Mirza (3/13 of 6). Unley were left at 9/147 seeing LO6 to victory and into the top 4 while LO5 are still equal top and another win for B3 could virtually seal them top spot!

MONTY’S FIRST TON FOR OC
B3 Chasing 211 at Park 15 was definitely a doable task on a friendly deck. Monty joined Oliver at the crease early as the pair put on 117. Oliver played his usual style as he raced to 88. Monty and Najam then together put on 122 as the pair transcended past the total before tea. Najam was dismissed for a blazing 77 while Monty then takes over the show and makes a chance-less hundred with a brilliant display of patient batting plus pouncing when he needed to as well. Monty was dismissed for 129 while Raschella hit late with 48* to get the total past 400.

In LO5 skipper Pincin decided to bat first but unfortunately the Pincin formula was proven to be the successful route for victory as only Hitesh (48) troubled the scorers. Bowled out for 101 the bowlers went to work and got the game tight. Leading the attack was Strelan (4/21) helping to reduce the score to 9/101. Unfortunately the winning runs were hit in a nervous chase showing more runs were needed to defend the small total.

Batting first at Schmidt Oval it was Haider (57) and Hill (36) who got LO6 of to a flyer! A 90 run stand between the pair followed up by middle order hitting from Naeem (37) led to a score of 182. In response it was a complete bowling performance led by Junior Mirza (3/13 of 6). Unley were left at 9/147 seeing LO6 to victory and into the top 4 while LO5 are still equal top and another win for B3 could virtually seal them top spot!

MONTY’S MOMENT 💯

MONTY’S MOMENT 💯

HALF CENTURIES GALORE FOR OC
LO6 batted first on a scorcher and fell to 4/52 but a clutch partnership of 77 from Junaid (51) and Farhan (50) steadied the ship and allowed dangerous dasher Junior Mirza to come in late and whack a season high 59. 7/229 was posted at an impressive rate of 5.7 and would always prove to be a tough total after the fielding sight sweltering in the heat for 40 overs. A shared effort with the ball including 2 wickets to Shayan, Sarfaraz and Ajay, plus Phil Paasuke taking his first wicket for the club in inexpensive figures of 1/11 from 5 meant the total was defended as Mawson lakes were bowled out for 140.

The Pincin Formula returned in LO5 this week as the skipper decided to send the visitors Gepps Cross in. A steady start was made with the bat until MOTM Askar tore the game open with 4/31 and helpful economical bowling from E Livingston and Van Haren kept the total to 9/153. In response a steady partnership from Jenke (22) and Ghai (24) got us off to a good start before Askar and Barker came in to do the bulk of the work. Askar scoring 72* with 9 fours and 1 six with Barks assisting with 35 saw us home pushing LO5 to equal top.

After 4 successful tosses to start the year, Pederson has fallen to 4 tosses loss in his last 4 as B3 were made to bowl first. On a flat pitch the bowlers were made to work early as only 1 wicket fell before tea. A great hundred from the PAOC opener anchored their innings but our economical lines held things up at other ends. 4/16 from 17 from Oliver headlined the day as PAOC set 8/210.

HALF CENTURIES GALORE FOR OC
LO6 batted first on a scorcher and fell to 4/52 but a clutch partnership of 77 from Junaid (51) and Farhan (50) steadied the ship and allowed dangerous dasher Junior Mirza to come in late and whack a season high 59. 7/229 was posted at an impressive rate of 5.7 and would always prove to be a tough total after the fielding sight sweltering in the heat for 40 overs. A shared effort with the ball including 2 wickets to Shayan, Sarfaraz and Ajay, plus Phil Paasuke taking his first wicket for the club in inexpensive figures of 1/11 from 5 meant the total was defended as Mawson lakes were bowled out for 140.

The Pincin Formula returned in LO5 this week as the skipper decided to send the visitors Gepps Cross in. A steady start was made with the bat until MOTM Askar tore the game open with 4/31 and helpful economical bowling from E Livingston and Van Haren kept the total to 9/153. In response a steady partnership from Jenke (22) and Ghai (24) got us off to a good start before Askar and Barker came in to do the bulk of the work. Askar scoring 72* with 9 fours and 1 six with Barks assisting with 35 saw us home pushing LO5 to equal top.

After 4 successful tosses to start the year, Pederson has fallen to 4 tosses loss in his last 4 as B3 were made to bowl first. On a flat pitch the bowlers were made to work early as only 1 wicket fell before tea. A great hundred from the PAOC opener anchored their innings but our economical lines held things up at other ends. 4/16 from 17 from Oliver headlined the day as PAOC set 8/210.

SUNNY WEATHER AHEAD
With the hottest month of the year ahead of us, summer will keep rolling on as we head towards finals. The plethora of youth at the club will foretell important fitness while our elder statesmen and their weekly REVL sessions will keep all 3 sides in good shape.

B3 vs PAOC, Park 15 🚗
LO5 vs Gepps Cross, Concordia 🏡
LO6 vs Mawson lakes, Mawson Lakes Oval 🚗

SUNNY WEATHER AHEAD
With the hottest month of the year ahead of us, summer will keep rolling on as we head towards finals. The plethora of youth at the club will foretell important fitness while our elder statesmen and their weekly REVL sessions will keep all 3 sides in good shape.

B3 vs PAOC, Park 15 🚗
LO5 vs Gepps Cross, Concordia 🏡
LO6 vs Mawson lakes, Mawson Lakes Oval 🚗

B3s SECURE FINALS SPOT

On a glorious Australia Day long weekend Saturday, the B3s outlasted a dour Marion to claim a 77 run victory. Although the Rams were never really in the hunt, wickets were hard to come by on a flat deck as the required run rate slowly climbed over the afternoon. All bowlers toiled hard, but it was B3 debutant Janetzki who troubled the batsmen the most, finishing with 5/28 and booking the team some late March action.

The LO6s started well against Flinders Uni away, with Babar promoted to opener and repaying the captain’s trust well with 33. Runs became hard to come by after drinks, but posting 9/117 was at least defendable. When Uni were 2/93, heads would normally sag but the spirited bowling attack took 6/22 to give their team a chance at victory, before going down by 2 wickets in the 31st over.

The LO5s had a day to forget at home, losing by 7 wickets to Golden Grove.

B3s SECURE FINALS SPOT

On a glorious Australia Day long weekend Saturday, the B3s outlasted a dour Marion to claim a 77 run victory. Although the Rams were never really in the hunt, wickets were hard to come by on a flat deck as the required run rate slowly climbed over the afternoon. All bowlers toiled hard, but it was B3 debutant Janetzki who troubled the batsmen the most, finishing with 5/28 and booking the team some late March action.

The LO6s started well against Flinders Uni away, with Babar promoted to opener and repaying the captain’s trust well with 33. Runs became hard to come by after drinks, but posting 9/117 was at least defendable. When Uni were 2/93, heads would normally sag but the spirited bowling attack took 6/22 to give their team a chance at victory, before going down by 2 wickets in the 31st over.

The LO5s had a day to forget at home, losing by 7 wickets to Golden Grove.

BJ GOES BANG
After B3 losing another toss for the 3rd consecutive game, fortunately OC were sent in on a 36C day. A typical Oliver start was met when the bowlers took to the crease as he blasted his way to 77 with 14 boundaries. Before tea he was joined by Pederson at the crease who took his time to play himself in but post tea went bang ❗️ scoring half of the teams total as he hit 19 fours and 7 sixes posting a nearly run a ball 148 in his 8th club ton as a good day 1 total was secured finishing on 9/305 with some late hitting from Janetzki.

The Pincin formula was back again in LO5, losing the toss but bowling first is what the captain ordered as again his attack got stuck into a 2nd placed Gaza as Van Haren took 4/16 while economical bowling from the pace contingency restricted them to 129. From there it was coach Janaway who made the small total chase look easy as he raced to 73* ably assisted by Barker (27*) in a 102 run stand.

After last time LO6 coming out with a tie against Flinders Park the combo of Schmidt and Azam taking the new ball proved strong again as both took 3 wickets. The bowling cartel kept the scorers quiet with tight lines led to the total to being restricted to just 99. The innings included a contender for catch of the season from Schmidt at short cover diving horizontally to his left with a reaction time of practically zero will be one to be heard for years to come. A run chase guided my Captain Ali (26*) saw LO6 make the total 7 down as the push for finals continues.

BJ GOES BANG
After B3 losing another toss for the 3rd consecutive game, fortunately OC were sent in on a 36C day. A typical Oliver start was met when the bowlers took to the crease as he blasted his way to 77 with 14 boundaries. Before tea he was joined by Pederson at the crease who took his time to play himself in but post tea went bang ❗️ scoring half of the teams total as he hit 19 fours and 7 sixes posting a nearly run a ball 148 in his 8th club ton as a good day 1 total was secured finishing on 9/305 with some late hitting from Janetzki.

The Pincin formula was back again in LO5, losing the toss but bowling first is what the captain ordered as again his attack got stuck into a 2nd placed Gaza as Van Haren took 4/16 while economical bowling from the pace contingency restricted them to 129. From there it was coach Janaway who made the small total chase look easy as he raced to 73* ably assisted by Barker (27*) in a 102 run stand.

After last time LO6 coming out with a tie against Flinders Park the combo of Schmidt and Azam taking the new ball proved strong again as both took 3 wickets. The bowling cartel kept the scorers quiet with tight lines led to the total to being restricted to just 99. The innings included a contender for catch of the season from Schmidt at short cover diving horizontally to his left with a reaction time of practically zero will be one to be heard for years to come. A run chase guided my Captain Ali (26*) saw LO6 make the total 7 down as the push for finals continues.

DENTAL PHOBIA?? 😬

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DENTAL PHOBIA?? 😬

No need to stress anymore, as at Burnside Day Surgery you can experience dental procedures without anxiety with our IV sedation options, provided by anaesthetists from Pulse Anaesthetics. 😅

Nestled in the heart of the eastern suburbs, Burnside Day Surgery is a fully accredited day hospital equipped with cutting edge technology to deliver exceptional care to their patients.

You may even bump into Old Concordians’ opening batsman Dr Hitesh Ghai, the practice principal who has a special interest in wisdom tooth extraction, dental implants and full mouth rehabilitation 🦷.

Contact them today on 8364 2557 to schedule your appointment, or even just to discuss the different options available. 🤗

3 WINS TO START OFF 25
Having finished 2024 with some outright-inspired momentum, B3 was keen to get 2025 off in similar vein in Najam Hassan’s 100th game for the club with an away win against Woodville Sth. Being sent into the field, our bowlers performed outstandingly on a lovely pitch, albeit with some very close LBW shouts being turned down, to restrict the total to 140 from 40 overs. Special mentions to fill-in keeper Jake Harris with 4 catches, Oliver with 3/17 off 9 and Casey with a spectacular one-handed catch.

So far this year, the B3s have not had to chase very much, so although the total was small, it had to be respected. Respect was indeed shown, with senior players Oliver (55), Hassan (60*) and Pederson (50) picking off the loose balls to post a 6 wicket victory against a spirited Woodville South attack.

Another toss won by Pincin saw LO5 bowling again first, and it was that man Mattner in his first game for the season picking up 4/32 including the wicket of TikTok star Jim Brady. Once again a sensational effort from the attack restricted Athelstone to 114 all out inside 30 overs. Opening the batting, Jenke dominated his home ground, blasting his way to 65, and only just falling agonisingly short of red ink. The total being chased down in 21 overs sees OC placed well at the top.

LO6 travelled to Brighton to start the new year. Fill in captain Schmidt lost the toss and we took to the field after welcoming new player Phil Paasuke to the club! We bowled and fielded well and despite one batsman who made 64 we offered an excellent display to restrict Brighton to 8 for 157 after 40 overs on a small oval. Babar bowled well to take 4 for 45 off 8 and he was well backed up by Sarfaraz who collected 2 for 25. Other bowlers - Sutts, Ajay and first gamer Phil bowled well. A special thanks to Junior Mirza who filled in and kept for the full forty overs - lucky we were able to borrow some keeping pads.

3 WINS TO START OFF 25
Having finished 2024 with some outright-inspired momentum, B3 was keen to get 2025 off in similar vein in Najam Hassan’s 100th game for the club with an away win against Woodville Sth. Being sent into the field, our bowlers performed outstandingly on a lovely pitch, albeit with some very close LBW shouts being turned down, to restrict the total to 140 from 40 overs. Special mentions to fill-in keeper Jake Harris with 4 catches, Oliver with 3/17 off 9 and Casey with a spectacular one-handed catch.

So far this year, the B3s have not had to chase very much, so although the total was small, it had to be respected. Respect was indeed shown, with senior players Oliver (55), Hassan (60*) and Pederson (50) picking off the loose balls to post a 6 wicket victory against a spirited Woodville South attack.

Another toss won by Pincin saw LO5 bowling again first, and it was that man Mattner in his first game for the season picking up 4/32 including the wicket of TikTok star Jim Brady. Once again a sensational effort from the attack restricted Athelstone to 114 all out inside 30 overs. Opening the batting, Jenke dominated his home ground, blasting his way to 65, and only just falling agonisingly short of red ink. The total being chased down in 21 overs sees OC placed well at the top.

LO6 travelled to Brighton to start the new year. Fill in captain Schmidt lost the toss and we took to the field after welcoming new player Phil Paasuke to the club! We bowled and fielded well and despite one batsman who made 64 we offered an excellent display to restrict Brighton to 8 for 157 after 40 overs on a small oval. Babar bowled well to take 4 for 45 off 8 and he was well backed up by Sarfaraz who collected 2 for 25. Other bowlers - Sutts, Ajay and first gamer Phil bowled well. A special thanks to Junior Mirza who filled in and kept for the full forty overs - lucky we were able to borrow some keeping pads.

100 GAMES FOR NAJAM
After making his debut for the club in 2015, ten years on Jamma has notched up his 100th match for our great club. One of the great servants of our club on and off the field Najam is about to have played 100 A grade games for the club out of 100 total matches! An achievement not done by anyone else in our history. A great testament to Najam’s leadership and love for the game as he always portrays our ‘Love the Club’ motto. Najam has captained our club for 3 seasons in the years 2018/19, 2019/20 and 2020/21 but still guides our youth and experience even without the title today. Currently in-form with back to back hundreds he has a record 9 hundreds for the club and an average of nearly 40. Congrats to one of our many greats Najam this weekend!

B3 vs Woodville South, Ledger Reserve 🚗
LO5 vs Athelstone, Concordia College 🏡
LO6 vs Brighton, Brighton Oval 2 🚗

100 GAMES FOR NAJAM
After making his debut for the club in 2015, ten years on Jamma has notched up his 100th match for our great club. One of the great servants of our club on and off the field Najam is about to have played 100 A grade games for the club out of 100 total matches! An achievement not done by anyone else in our history. A great testament to Najam’s leadership and love for the game as he always portrays our ‘Love the Club’ motto. Najam has captained our club for 3 seasons in the years 2018/19, 2019/20 and 2020/21 but still guides our youth and experience even without the title today. Currently in-form with back to back hundreds he has a record 9 hundreds for the club and an average of nearly 40. Congrats to one of our many greats Najam this weekend!

B3 vs Woodville South, Ledger Reserve 🚗
LO5 vs Athelstone, Concordia College 🏡
LO6 vs Brighton, Brighton Oval 2 🚗

QUIZ NIGHT RETURNS!
Get your tables of 10 together and come as our theme representing a country around the world. The night will be held at the College in the ‘Suaviter’ from 7pm.

QUIZ NIGHT RETURNS!
Get your tables of 10 together and come as our theme representing a country around the world. The night will be held at the College in the ‘Suaviter’ from 7pm.

Your New Years Resolution was to join a gym?

Well you’re in luck!!🍀 Sign up to REVL St Mary’s to kickstart your fitness journey, where you might even run into the owner, and Old Concordian’s own, Jake Harris!

Your New Years Resolution was to join a gym?

Well you’re in luck!!🍀 Sign up to REVL St Mary’s to kickstart your fitness journey, where you might even run into the owner, and Old Concordian’s own, Jake Harris!

OUTRIGHT, WIN AND TIE
Santa’s helpers were bearing gifts for B3 at Concordia on Saturday as Hassan brought up his 50 in just the second over of the day. Hassan was joined at the crease by Kupke as Hassan pushed on with a cover driving display showing his excellence of timing and picking gaps between fielders. Hassan brought up his century through cover making it back to back tons and a record 9 for the club as he made 117. In tandem with Kupke (74*) the pair put on 103, as Kuppas was then joined at the crease by Strelan (41) as the 2 pushed on to get the score up to 336 as OC were bowled with 24 overs left to bowl.

Rehman took the new ball and much like the week before, taking a second 5 wicket haul for the match, dismissing the top 5 Uni batsmen. A sharp catch from Strelan at square leg got things underway starting a mini collapse. A runout from Oliver, 2 wickets from Livingston and a Casey bowled had Uni 9 down. In the 23rd over Strelan from the northern end hit the batsmen on the pad with a yorker and sealed the outright win for OC.

Much like weeks before LO5 lost the toss and were sent in to bowl. The consistent bowling attack like weeks before took over straight away with economical bowling and a share of wickets with 2 each to Westbrook, Donlan and Raschella returning from a thumb fracture. 9/139 was set for the OC batsmen. Coming in at 3 and 4 Pincin and Barker put together a 91 run partnership as the President Pincin blasted his way to 41 looking straight often while the boundary hitting Barker with 8 fours and 54* saw the innings home with Parkinson as the total was chased 3 down.

LO6 had a road trip out east to finish 24 against Flinders Park. Skipper Corkindale won the toss and elected to bat first as early wickets was loss before duo Schmidt (23) and Naeem (37) were able to stabilise the innings and increase the run rate. Nomi Mirza was able to dominate the 2nd half of the batting innings with a run a ball 44* as OC posted 8/150.

OUTRIGHT, WIN AND TIE
Santa’s helpers were bearing gifts for B3 at Concordia on Saturday as Hassan brought up his 50 in just the second over of the day. Hassan was joined at the crease by Kupke as Hassan pushed on with a cover driving display showing his excellence of timing and picking gaps between fielders. Hassan brought up his century through cover making it back to back tons and a record 9 for the club as he made 117. In tandem with Kupke (74*) the pair put on 103, as Kuppas was then joined at the crease by Strelan (41) as the 2 pushed on to get the score up to 336 as OC were bowled with 24 overs left to bowl.

Rehman took the new ball and much like the week before, taking a second 5 wicket haul for the match, dismissing the top 5 Uni batsmen. A sharp catch from Strelan at square leg got things underway starting a mini collapse. A runout from Oliver, 2 wickets from Livingston and a Casey bowled had Uni 9 down. In the 23rd over Strelan from the northern end hit the batsmen on the pad with a yorker and sealed the outright win for OC.

Much like weeks before LO5 lost the toss and were sent in to bowl. The consistent bowling attack like weeks before took over straight away with economical bowling and a share of wickets with 2 each to Westbrook, Donlan and Raschella returning from a thumb fracture. 9/139 was set for the OC batsmen. Coming in at 3 and 4 Pincin and Barker put together a 91 run partnership as the President Pincin blasted his way to 41 looking straight often while the boundary hitting Barker with 8 fours and 54* saw the innings home with Parkinson as the total was chased 3 down.

LO6 had a road trip out east to finish 24 against Flinders Park. Skipper Corkindale won the toss and elected to bat first as early wickets was loss before duo Schmidt (23) and Naeem (37) were able to stabilise the innings and increase the run rate. Nomi Mirza was able to dominate the 2nd half of the batting innings with a run a ball 44* as OC posted 8/150.

ZIGGY DELIVERS 5 ON DAY ONE TO BRING UP 300 WICKETS
After winning 4 tosses in a row, luck ran out for Skipper Pederson as B3 were sent in to bowl in a 1v2 clash vs AUCC. A good toss to lose as Ziggy got things rolling early restricting them to 6/32. Bowling straight OC were able to hit the stumps 7 times and ply an LBW. Ziggy with 4 bowleds and an LBW led him to his 12th 5 wicket haul for the club finishing with 5/13 off 10 zinging the bails often while batsmen tried to leave balls. Along with this Ziggy’s 4th picking up his 300th club wicket. Restricting Uni to 9/66 a few late runs led to them being all out for 95 just before tea.

After tea a partnership of 66 from Ford (24) and Hassan currently on 48* led to OC passing the score 2 wickets down. Finishing the day at 4/118, Pederson and Hassan will look to push on strong next week.

Skipper Pincin’s formula of bowling first in LO5 once again proved itself while the skipper led from the front with 2 blinders, one at gully and one off his own bowling while picking up 2fa. Economically Janetzki and Van Haren kept the scorers quiet while it was Carter picking up 3/29 with Mahney 2/20 as OC reduced Gepps Cross to 83. It was that man again Jenke with 35 in response that led to run chase with Ghai (26*) that steered OC home to an 8 wicket win.

LO6 losing the toss against Blue Brigade were set the task to field first. Blue Brigade got away early and set a total of 7/257 while only Kumar resisted with 3/45. With the bat similarly Concordia failed and only Schmidt offered some shine with 35 as we were all out for 76.

ZIGGY DELIVERS 5 ON DAY ONE TO BRING UP 300 WICKETS
After winning 4 tosses in a row, luck ran out for Skipper Pederson as B3 were sent in to bowl in a 1v2 clash vs AUCC. A good toss to lose as Ziggy got things rolling early restricting them to 6/32. Bowling straight OC were able to hit the stumps 7 times and ply an LBW. Ziggy with 4 bowleds and an LBW led him to his 12th 5 wicket haul for the club finishing with 5/13 off 10 zinging the bails often while batsmen tried to leave balls. Along with this Ziggy’s 4th picking up his 300th club wicket. Restricting Uni to 9/66 a few late runs led to them being all out for 95 just before tea.

After tea a partnership of 66 from Ford (24) and Hassan currently on 48* led to OC passing the score 2 wickets down. Finishing the day at 4/118, Pederson and Hassan will look to push on strong next week.

Skipper Pincin’s formula of bowling first in LO5 once again proved itself while the skipper led from the front with 2 blinders, one at gully and one off his own bowling while picking up 2fa. Economically Janetzki and Van Haren kept the scorers quiet while it was Carter picking up 3/29 with Mahney 2/20 as OC reduced Gepps Cross to 83. It was that man again Jenke with 35 in response that led to run chase with Ghai (26*) that steered OC home to an 8 wicket win.

LO6 losing the toss against Blue Brigade were set the task to field first. Blue Brigade got away early and set a total of 7/257 while only Kumar resisted with 3/45. With the bat similarly Concordia failed and only Schmidt offered some shine with 35 as we were all out for 76.

TWENTY POINT GAMES IN EVERY GRADE!!

A big couple of weeks of Old Concordians cricket awaits before the Christmas hiatus, with all teams playing sides in the top 4 tomorrow.

Both B3 and LO6 are at home and have top 2 clashes, while the LO5s head across Grand Junction Road in a 2v3 battle. Your support would be greatly appreciated, so get Christmas shopping done in the morning and then head out for an afternoon of absorbing cricket!

B3 vs Adelaide Uni, Concordia College 🏠
LO5 vs Gepps Cross, Duncan Fraser #2 🚗
LO6 vs Blue Brigade, Schmidt Oval 🏠

TWENTY POINT GAMES IN EVERY GRADE!!

A big couple of weeks of Old Concordians cricket awaits before the Christmas hiatus, with all teams playing sides in the top 4 tomorrow.

Both B3 and LO6 are at home and have top 2 clashes, while the LO5s head across Grand Junction Road in a 2v3 battle. Your support would be greatly appreciated, so get Christmas shopping done in the morning and then head out for an afternoon of absorbing cricket!

B3 vs Adelaide Uni, Concordia College 🏠
LO5 vs Gepps Cross, Duncan Fraser #2 🚗
LO6 vs Blue Brigade, Schmidt Oval 🏠

LAST MATCH BEFORE TEST MATCH BREAK
Defending 273 on the last day of spring in the top of the table clash, the B3s got off to the perfect start claiming 2 wickets in the first over against Hope Valley. Some expansive shot making, combined with a plethora of dropped chances, had the game slipping away from the Old Concordians at 2/128 off 26 overs, before Man of the Match Hassan claimed the Hornets skipper caught and bowled to break the game open. From there, while the opening batsman fruitlessly batted for his 100, Rehman consistently hit the stumps at the other end to rout the tail, and record an 113 run victory in a fitting tribute to Tim Kupke’s 200th game for the club.

Some batting practice in dead time then realised some valuable performance points to extend the B3s lead at the top of the ladder.

The LO5s travelled into the foothills to take on perennial foe Old Ignatians, and amassed 188 from their 40 overs. Making a welcome return to the club, Joe Hill opened the batting with 30, while club stalwart Barker held the innings together with 67*.

Consisting of some ex-Glenunga alumni, Old Iggies were never troubled in the chase, as their first wicket partnership of 133 made light work of the target in 33 overs.

The LO6s enjoyed a rare game at Concordia College, taking on Hectorville, albeit with only 10 players. Winning the toss and batting first, the ever consistent Shayan and Farhan batted well, but it was the veteran Corkindale who thwarted the Gators bowlers, with the total finishing on 157 after 40 overs.

Early wickets had Hectorville in trouble at 3/13, before the middle order steadied the innings. With no DRS available, some contentious decisions assisted the batsmen to unfortunately chase down the total with 4 wickets in hand.

LAST MATCH BEFORE TEST MATCH BREAK
Defending 273 on the last day of spring in the top of the table clash, the B3s got off to the perfect start claiming 2 wickets in the first over against Hope Valley. Some expansive shot making, combined with a plethora of dropped chances, had the game slipping away from the Old Concordians at 2/128 off 26 overs, before Man of the Match Hassan claimed the Hornets skipper caught and bowled to break the game open. From there, while the opening batsman fruitlessly batted for his 100, Rehman consistently hit the stumps at the other end to rout the tail, and record an 113 run victory in a fitting tribute to Tim Kupke’s 200th game for the club.

Some batting practice in dead time then realised some valuable performance points to extend the B3s lead at the top of the ladder.

The LO5s travelled into the foothills to take on perennial foe Old Ignatians, and amassed 188 from their 40 overs. Making a welcome return to the club, Joe Hill opened the batting with 30, while club stalwart Barker held the innings together with 67*.

Consisting of some ex-Glenunga alumni, Old Iggies were never troubled in the chase, as their first wicket partnership of 133 made light work of the target in 33 overs.

The LO6s enjoyed a rare game at Concordia College, taking on Hectorville, albeit with only 10 players. Winning the toss and batting first, the ever consistent Shayan and Farhan batted well, but it was the veteran Corkindale who thwarted the Gators bowlers, with the total finishing on 157 after 40 overs.

Early wickets had Hectorville in trouble at 3/13, before the middle order steadied the innings. With no DRS available, some contentious decisions assisted the batsmen to unfortunately chase down the total with 4 wickets in hand.

BJ’S MILESTONE HEADLINES A STRONG DAY
4/4 tosses won for captain Pederson meant B3 would bat first for the fourth successive game. Oliver (41) and Hyams (22) got the scorers working early with the score at 0/56 after 8 overs before both fell. From there Pederson joined Hassan at the crease, combining to take down the Hope Valley attack as they posted a 133 run partnership. To bring up the 100 run stand, Pederson pulled over mid wicket to bring up his runs record milestone as he passed Ev Krieg with applause from the crowd as he moved to 5,692 before being dismissed for 62. Hassan pushed on playing shots on both sides of the field as wickets fell around him and he brought up his 8th hundred for the club pushing OCs score to 273 as he finished with 129.

Finally winning a toss, captain Pincin decided to continue what’s been working for LO5 and sent Ingle Farm in. A great decision as the bowling attack got to work like weeks before. Keeping the scoring tight and picking up wickets at regular intervals. Janetzki, Khan, Van Haren each picking up 2fa’s while a combination of 7 bowlers used all kept the scoring rate down. Bowling them out for 68, rain did halt play through tea but a clearing of the sky meant Jenke was able to get out to the middle much like the week before, scoring 38 with Ghai (21*) at the other end to propel OC to victory.

LO6 fielded first at Schmidt Oval and Para Hills got away to a strong start, only being resisted by Anush Haider (3/26). Unfortunately the Bureau was right in their weather forecast prediction and meant play was stopped in 37th over and wasn’t resumed.

BJ’S MILESTONE HEADLINES A STRONG DAY
4/4 tosses won for captain Pederson meant B3 would bat first for the fourth successive game. Oliver (41) and Hyams (22) got the scorers working early with the score at 0/56 after 8 overs before both fell. From there Pederson joined Hassan at the crease, combining to take down the Hope Valley attack as they posted a 133 run partnership. To bring up the 100 run stand, Pederson pulled over mid wicket to bring up his runs record milestone as he passed Ev Krieg with applause from the crowd as he moved to 5,692 before being dismissed for 62. Hassan pushed on playing shots on both sides of the field as wickets fell around him and he brought up his 8th hundred for the club pushing OCs score to 273 as he finished with 129.

Finally winning a toss, captain Pincin decided to continue what’s been working for LO5 and sent Ingle Farm in. A great decision as the bowling attack got to work like weeks before. Keeping the scoring tight and picking up wickets at regular intervals. Janetzki, Khan, Van Haren each picking up 2fa’s while a combination of 7 bowlers used all kept the scoring rate down. Bowling them out for 68, rain did halt play through tea but a clearing of the sky meant Jenke was able to get out to the middle much like the week before, scoring 38 with Ghai (21*) at the other end to propel OC to victory.

LO6 fielded first at Schmidt Oval and Para Hills got away to a strong start, only being resisted by Anush Haider (3/26). Unfortunately the Bureau was right in their weather forecast prediction and meant play was stopped in 37th over and wasn’t resumed.

Current Old Concordians captain Bjorn Pederson became the club record holder yesterday for most runs scored in the club’s history moving to 5,692, surpassing Ev Krieg’s total of 5,683.

Bj made a vintage 62 against Hope Valley in tandem with Najam Hassan (129) and brought up the milestone with a forward pull shot over mid wicket which fittingly brought up the record and the 100 run partnership between the pair.

2 premierships, 7 hundreds, 31 fifties, avg 30.77, HS 156

A massive milestone Bj and congratulations as someone who has given a lot to the club as a player on the field leading as a captain for many years and off the field representing the club on the exec. Well done Bj!

Current Old Concordians captain Bjorn Pederson became the club record holder yesterday for most runs scored in the club’s history moving to 5,692, surpassing Ev Krieg’s total of 5,683.

Bj made a vintage 62 against Hope Valley in tandem with Najam Hassan (129) and brought up the milestone with a forward pull shot over mid wicket which fittingly brought up the record and the 100 run partnership between the pair.

2 premierships, 7 hundreds, 31 fifties, avg 30.77, HS 156

A massive milestone Bj and congratulations as someone who has given a lot to the club as a player on the field leading as a captain for many years and off the field representing the club on the exec. Well done Bj!

RAIN, RAIN STAY AWAY?
A bleak forecast has been administered by the Bureau but hopefully that won’t stop Old Concordians. Only losing 1 game to date across all 3 grades has OC placed well in the final game or 2 games before the season changes to summer and we have a weekend hiatus for the Test.

B3 vs Hope Valley, St Paul’s College 1300 🚗
LO5 vs Ingle Farm, Concordia College 1230 🏡
LO6 vs Para Hills, Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

RAIN, RAIN STAY AWAY?
A bleak forecast has been administered by the Bureau but hopefully that won’t stop Old Concordians. Only losing 1 game to date across all 3 grades has OC placed well in the final game or 2 games before the season changes to summer and we have a weekend hiatus for the Test.

B3 vs Hope Valley, St Paul’s College 1300 🚗
LO5 vs Ingle Farm, Concordia College 1230 🏡
LO6 vs Para Hills, Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

THE HAWKS CONTINUE THEIR STRONG START TO THE YEAR
Defending 205 on a 37C afternoon, the B3s knew a disciplined bowling effort was going to be needed to outlast Golden Grove at Concordia. While petrol-heads around Adelaide were enjoying a motor race with backyard BBQs, there was a BBQ at Concordia too as Elliot Livingston got us underway with an excellent run out. He then schnicked off the Grove’s best two batsmen, before Michael Casey took two amazing catches to leave the middle order in tatters as both batsmen walked off shaking their heads in disbelief. As Old Concordian fitness was tested against a stubborn lower order, the bowlers toiled hard to eventually take all ten wickets, Pederson finishing with 3/6, leaving the B3s atop the ladder after three rounds.

Stumps were pulled very early at St Peter’s College, as the LO5s recorded an 8 wicket victory to rise to second on the table after 5 rounds. Bowling first, a very metronomic line from all bowlers was too exacting for the batsmen as SPOC were rolled for 68, with both Janetzki and Askar taking three wickets. After an enjoyable but scone-less afternoon tea, and starting cautiously but assuredly, the total was easily chased down, with Jenke anchoring the innings with 38*.

The closest game of the round occurred at Schmidt Oval, where the undefeated LO6s took on a strong Brighton. Building on an impressive start to the season, the Haider/Farhan duo again set up the innings, often being patient, yet sometimes explosive, before the ever-reliable skipper Hamid batted with the lower order to post a very respectable 159.

Turning backs the years, the evergreen, two time premiership players Westbrook and Schmidt soon had the Brighton top order back in the sheds at 4/47. The Bombers fought back through the middle overs, with the game delicately poised at 7/125 after 30 overs, before Lauchy went bang bang to end the game in emphatic style, to also see the LO6s at the head of the table.

Photos Courtesy of Peter Nelson 📷

THE HAWKS CONTINUE THEIR STRONG START TO THE YEAR
Defending 205 on a 37C afternoon, the B3s knew a disciplined bowling effort was going to be needed to outlast Golden Grove at Concordia. While petrol-heads around Adelaide were enjoying a motor race with backyard BBQs, there was a BBQ at Concordia too as Elliot Livingston got us underway with an excellent run out. He then schnicked off the Grove’s best two batsmen, before Michael Casey took two amazing catches to leave the middle order in tatters as both batsmen walked off shaking their heads in disbelief. As Old Concordian fitness was tested against a stubborn lower order, the bowlers toiled hard to eventually take all ten wickets, Pederson finishing with 3/6, leaving the B3s atop the ladder after three rounds.

Stumps were pulled very early at St Peter’s College, as the LO5s recorded an 8 wicket victory to rise to second on the table after 5 rounds. Bowling first, a very metronomic line from all bowlers was too exacting for the batsmen as SPOC were rolled for 68, with both Janetzki and Askar taking three wickets. After an enjoyable but scone-less afternoon tea, and starting cautiously but assuredly, the total was easily chased down, with Jenke anchoring the innings with 38*.

The closest game of the round occurred at Schmidt Oval, where the undefeated LO6s took on a strong Brighton. Building on an impressive start to the season, the Haider/Farhan duo again set up the innings, often being patient, yet sometimes explosive, before the ever-reliable skipper Hamid batted with the lower order to post a very respectable 159.

Turning backs the years, the evergreen, two time premiership players Westbrook and Schmidt soon had the Brighton top order back in the sheds at 4/47. The Bombers fought back through the middle overs, with the game delicately poised at 7/125 after 30 overs, before Lauchy went bang bang to end the game in emphatic style, to also see the LO6s at the head of the table.

Photos Courtesy of Peter Nelson 📷

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VINTAGE SCHMIDT AND ALI
Having posted two 300+ run totals to start the season, the B3s were hoping to continue the trend against Golden Grove at home. Having won the toss, and batted, for the third time, plans went awry early with both opening batsmen back in the sheds with no runs on the board. Wickets continued to fall at regular intervals, with only skipper Pederson offering any resistance as he held the middle order together. His dismissal on the stroke of tea left Old Concordians at 7/123, but a composed 59 run partnership between club stalwarts Casey and Spencer guided the side to a defendable 205 at stumps.

Taking on top of the table Kilburn away, the LO5s were looking to bounce back after their close loss the week before. Being asked to bowl first, the bowlers were on top early and never relented to restrict a patient Kilburn to 9/96 from their 40 overs, with extras being the highest scorer. Askar did the most damage with 3/16, while everyone got around youngster Mahney as he snaffled his first wicket for the club.

Coming together at 2/3, Khan and Harris, returning to the ground where he had made his maiden 💯 the year before, guided the side to victory with a 94 run partnership from only 21 overs, probably ruing the fact that the toss had not fallen Old Concordians’ way.

Undefeated and fielding their first full strength team for the season, the LO6s lost the toss and were similarly asked to bowl at Schmidt Oval. The opening bowlers shared the spoils with Hectorville early at 3/57, but the injection of debutant Anush Haider (4/24) proved decisive as he took the next 4 wickets to rip through the middle order.

Chasing 154 for victory, the other Haider, Shayan, again held the top order together, but when he was dismissed for 38 with the score 4/61, the game was in the balance. Enter captain Ali, already having a great start to the season, and evergreen Schmidt, who hit 2 massive 6s, as they combined for a 75 run unbroken partnership to seal the 5 wicket victory.

VINTAGE SCHMIDT AND ALI
Having posted two 300+ run totals to start the season, the B3s were hoping to continue the trend against Golden Grove at home. Having won the toss, and batted, for the third time, plans went awry early with both opening batsmen back in the sheds with no runs on the board. Wickets continued to fall at regular intervals, with only skipper Pederson offering any resistance as he held the middle order together. His dismissal on the stroke of tea left Old Concordians at 7/123, but a composed 59 run partnership between club stalwarts Casey and Spencer guided the side to a defendable 205 at stumps.

Taking on top of the table Kilburn away, the LO5s were looking to bounce back after their close loss the week before. Being asked to bowl first, the bowlers were on top early and never relented to restrict a patient Kilburn to 9/96 from their 40 overs, with extras being the highest scorer. Askar did the most damage with 3/16, while everyone got around youngster Mahney as he snaffled his first wicket for the club.

Coming together at 2/3, Khan and Harris, returning to the ground where he had made his maiden 💯 the year before, guided the side to victory with a 94 run partnership from only 21 overs, probably ruing the fact that the toss had not fallen Old Concordians’ way.

Undefeated and fielding their first full strength team for the season, the LO6s lost the toss and were similarly asked to bowl at Schmidt Oval. The opening bowlers shared the spoils with Hectorville early at 3/57, but the injection of debutant Anush Haider (4/24) proved decisive as he took the next 4 wickets to rip through the middle order.

Chasing 154 for victory, the other Haider, Shayan, again held the top order together, but when he was dismissed for 38 with the score 4/61, the game was in the balance. Enter captain Ali, already having a great start to the season, and evergreen Schmidt, who hit 2 massive 6s, as they combined for a 75 run unbroken partnership to seal the 5 wicket victory.

B3 AND LO6 LOOK TO CONTINUE WINNING STREAKS
A super Saturday is ahead for us as a beautiful temperature of 23 degrees poises 3 good days of play. B3 return to Concordia again looking to make it a 3 out of 3 start in 2 day cricket under Captain Pederson against Golden Grove. LO5 once again have the road trip out to Kilburn, while undefeated LO6 will play Hectorville at Schmidt Oval.

B3 vs Golden Grove, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Kilburn, Blair Athol Reserve 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Hectorville , Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

B3 AND LO6 LOOK TO CONTINUE WINNING STREAKS
A super Saturday is ahead for us as a beautiful temperature of 23 degrees poises 3 good days of play. B3 return to Concordia again looking to make it a 3 out of 3 start in 2 day cricket under Captain Pederson against Golden Grove. LO5 once again have the road trip out to Kilburn, while undefeated LO6 will play Hectorville at Schmidt Oval.

B3 vs Golden Grove, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Kilburn, Blair Athol Reserve 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Hectorville , Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

FARHAN AND HAMID PUT ON A SHOW AT SCHMIDT OVAL
On day 2 for B3 in windy conditions, the bowlers struggled early to maintain consistent line and length against a determined Hectorville batting line up. Seemingly enjoying his return to two day cricket, Spencer got the crucial breakthrough of the Alligator’s skipper but at 1/98 the game was in the balance. Enter MOTM Oliver, whose ability to tie down an end broke the game open as he combined with Ford behind the stumps to remove both set batsmen. From there it was spin to win on the dry and crumbly Concordia deck, before Donlan got the final LBW with his first wicket for the club.

Back to back road trips for LO5 out north saw Concordia sent in to bat on what looked like a dicey deck. After losing 2 early wickets Khan (23) and Casey (20) stabilise the front half of the innings to 2/56, but memories from last weeks collapse were still evident as Concordia lost 4/0 in the middle overs leading to being bowled out for 109. A positive start to the bowling innings had the Alligators 4/32 with early damage from Rehman, Strelan and Khan but 109 didn’t prove to be enough as the total was reached 8 down.

After a fast start with the bat last week, LO6 got the same this week batting first with a rapid first innings. Opening Shayan got things of to a flyer with 36 and from there on it was the Farhan and Hamid show. A swashbuckling partnership with Farhan launching 9 sixes and 8 fours in an astonishing 99 of 52 balls at a strike rate of 190! Partnered ably by Skipper Hamid posting 68 himself with 19 fours in a 143 run partnership with the duo leading us to 7/265 after our 40 at 6.6 per over! A fight back from Modbury in their second innings wasn’t enough as they were bowled out for 147 in the 34th over.

Photos Courtesy of Peter Nelson 📷

FARHAN AND HAMID PUT ON A SHOW AT SCHMIDT OVAL
On day 2 for B3 in windy conditions, the bowlers struggled early to maintain consistent line and length against a determined Hectorville batting line up. Seemingly enjoying his return to two day cricket, Spencer got the crucial breakthrough of the Alligator’s skipper but at 1/98 the game was in the balance. Enter MOTM Oliver, whose ability to tie down an end broke the game open as he combined with Ford behind the stumps to remove both set batsmen. From there it was spin to win on the dry and crumbly Concordia deck, before Donlan got the final LBW with his first wicket for the club.

Back to back road trips for LO5 out north saw Concordia sent in to bat on what looked like a dicey deck. After losing 2 early wickets Khan (23) and Casey (20) stabilise the front half of the innings to 2/56, but memories from last weeks collapse were still evident as Concordia lost 4/0 in the middle overs leading to being bowled out for 109. A positive start to the bowling innings had the Alligators 4/32 with early damage from Rehman, Strelan and Khan but 109 didn’t prove to be enough as the total was reached 8 down.

After a fast start with the bat last week, LO6 got the same this week batting first with a rapid first innings. Opening Shayan got things of to a flyer with 36 and from there on it was the Farhan and Hamid show. A swashbuckling partnership with Farhan launching 9 sixes and 8 fours in an astonishing 99 of 52 balls at a strike rate of 190! Partnered ably by Skipper Hamid posting 68 himself with 19 fours in a 143 run partnership with the duo leading us to 7/265 after our 40 at 6.6 per over! A fight back from Modbury in their second innings wasn’t enough as they were bowled out for 147 in the 34th over.

Photos Courtesy of Peter Nelson 📷

CAN WE MAKE IT 3?
A successful weekend 6 days ago for Concordia means a president’s shout could be imminent if 3 wins can be secured. With the president returning to take the reigns for LO5 he will be keen to make this the case. LO6 will be back at Schmidt Oval for the first game there this season with some handy inclusions. While B3 will look to put a big total last week to use with pace and spin on day 2.

B3 vs Hectorville, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Hectorville, Norwood Int HS 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Modbury, Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

CAN WE MAKE IT 3?
A successful weekend 6 days ago for Concordia means a president’s shout could be imminent if 3 wins can be secured. With the president returning to take the reigns for LO5 he will be keen to make this the case. LO6 will be back at Schmidt Oval for the first game there this season with some handy inclusions. While B3 will look to put a big total last week to use with pace and spin on day 2.

B3 vs Hectorville, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Hectorville, Norwood Int HS 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Modbury, Schmidt Oval 1230 🏡

JONO GOES BANG AGAIN!
Having suffered a washout the game before, LO6 undertook their longest road trip for the year, taking on Reynella down south featuring an Australian over 50 representative.

Bowling first, the game was looking perilous at 0/84 at drinks before a spirited countercharge, albeit with 9 players but generously lent 2 fielders, restricted the total to 6/156 at afternoon tea.

Anchored by captain Ali (39), Old Concordians started slowly but assuredly before Farhan (71*) came in to bludgeon the attack, clearing the boundary on multiple occasions to set up a 5 wicket win.

Massive thanks and appreciation to Reynella for lending us two fielders to supplement our 9 man team, typifying the spirit of cricket and we wish them all the best for the remainder of the season 🙏.

Returning to Concordia for the first time for 2024/25, B3 were keen to build on their big win against goodwood in round 1. Winning the toss and choosing to bat, Hectorville’s tactics to not target the stumps produced another encouraging pre-tea display led by Oliver, after his 150 the fortnight before, as we enjoyed sandwiches and cookies at 2/163 after 37 overs. A century partnership either side of tea between Jono (131) and Najam (50) set us up for a big total, before a mini collapse led to a mid order reset. Belying his years, Raschella (70*) steadied the innings, initially with diligent defence, before he patiently combined with Spencer (30*) for a 93 run unbroken partnership to amass 7/348 at the close of play.

On a road trip out north LO5 got sent in to bowl in their first game of the season. Tight lines from Rehman, Janetzki and Khan gave them 2 wickets a piece while restricting Old Iggies to 84. A top order collapse left OC in trouble batting second but a rebuild from Jenke providing a vital 17 under pressure and a 55 run stand from Rehman (28*) and Van Haren (22*) saw the visitors home 7 wickets down.

JONO GOES BANG AGAIN!
Having suffered a washout the game before, LO6 undertook their longest road trip for the year, taking on Reynella down south featuring an Australian over 50 representative.

Bowling first, the game was looking perilous at 0/84 at drinks before a spirited countercharge, albeit with 9 players but generously lent 2 fielders, restricted the total to 6/156 at afternoon tea.

Anchored by captain Ali (39), Old Concordians started slowly but assuredly before Farhan (71*) came in to bludgeon the attack, clearing the boundary on multiple occasions to set up a 5 wicket win.

Massive thanks and appreciation to Reynella for lending us two fielders to supplement our 9 man team, typifying the spirit of cricket and we wish them all the best for the remainder of the season 🙏.

Returning to Concordia for the first time for 2024/25, B3 were keen to build on their big win against goodwood in round 1. Winning the toss and choosing to bat, Hectorville’s tactics to not target the stumps produced another encouraging pre-tea display led by Oliver, after his 150 the fortnight before, as we enjoyed sandwiches and cookies at 2/163 after 37 overs. A century partnership either side of tea between Jono (131) and Najam (50) set us up for a big total, before a mini collapse led to a mid order reset. Belying his years, Raschella (70*) steadied the innings, initially with diligent defence, before he patiently combined with Spencer (30*) for a 93 run unbroken partnership to amass 7/348 at the close of play.

On a road trip out north LO5 got sent in to bowl in their first game of the season. Tight lines from Rehman, Janetzki and Khan gave them 2 wickets a piece while restricting Old Iggies to 84. A top order collapse left OC in trouble batting second but a rebuild from Jenke providing a vital 17 under pressure and a 55 run stand from Rehman (28*) and Van Haren (22*) saw the visitors home 7 wickets down.

WE’RE ALL BACK
Saturday is an exciting day as after two wash outs last week we finally have both LO sides playing. LO5 will take the road trip out north to face Old Ignatians. LO6 will start their season on the other side of the city down the southern expressway against Reynella. B3 started their season with last week they will look to keep their 100% win rate record intact as they face the Heccies as the first game at Concordia in 6 months.

B3 vs Hectorville, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Old Ignatians, St Ignatius 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Reynella, Woodcroft College 1230 🚗

WE’RE ALL BACK
Saturday is an exciting day as after two wash outs last week we finally have both LO sides playing. LO5 will take the road trip out north to face Old Ignatians. LO6 will start their season on the other side of the city down the southern expressway against Reynella. B3 started their season with last week they will look to keep their 100% win rate record intact as they face the Heccies as the first game at Concordia in 6 months.

B3 vs Hectorville, Concordia 1300 🏡
LO5 vs Old Ignatians, St Ignatius 1230 🚗
LO6 vs Reynella, Woodcroft College 1230 🚗

LIVO DOES THE DAMAGE WITH 5
An onset of weather concerns didn’t worry Concordia on Day 2 at Lockleys with a pitch similar to last week. After posting 311, OC were in sight for early wickets and a fired up Rehman produced that with 2 combining with Strelan to have the hosts 3 down inside the first 10 overs. Goodwood steadied the ship from there but after drinks it was the Livingston show. Much like Oliver the week before, Livingston broke the game open with his first 5fa for the club recording figures of 5/24. Barker without the gloves helping Elliot claim a wicket in what might be contender for catch of the season at mid on with 1 hand. Bowling Goodwood out for 89 Skipper Pederson decided to enforce the follow on in search for an outright. With a new ball Strelan brought some aggressive fast bowling claiming 2 wickets while spin twins Raschella and Hassan had 2 each. A runout from Spencer nearly turned the game on its head from Concordia breaking open a defiant middle order. Goodwood entering the final over of the day 7 down, Rehman had the ball in his hands and claimed our 8th with 3 balls left, but unfortunately we couldn’t quite get the final 2. A plethora of chances going down may have made the difference showing that fielding does win you matches. A successful start to the 2-day campaign has Concordia placed in a good position for round 2.

LIVO DOES THE DAMAGE WITH 5
An onset of weather concerns didn’t worry Concordia on Day 2 at Lockleys with a pitch similar to last week. After posting 311, OC were in sight for early wickets and a fired up Rehman produced that with 2 combining with Strelan to have the hosts 3 down inside the first 10 overs. Goodwood steadied the ship from there but after drinks it was the Livingston show. Much like Oliver the week before, Livingston broke the game open with his first 5fa for the club recording figures of 5/24. Barker without the gloves helping Elliot claim a wicket in what might be contender for catch of the season at mid on with 1 hand. Bowling Goodwood out for 89 Skipper Pederson decided to enforce the follow on in search for an outright. With a new ball Strelan brought some aggressive fast bowling claiming 2 wickets while spin twins Raschella and Hassan had 2 each. A runout from Spencer nearly turned the game on its head from Concordia breaking open a defiant middle order. Goodwood entering the final over of the day 7 down, Rehman had the ball in his hands and claimed our 8th with 3 balls left, but unfortunately we couldn’t quite get the final 2. A plethora of chances going down may have made the difference showing that fielding does win you matches. A successful start to the 2-day campaign has Concordia placed in a good position for round 2.

J-BANG GOES BANG BANG
A trip out west for the first day of cricket for the season was met with excitement as Concordia presented a team of a mixture of youth and experience in B3. Skipper Pederson electing to bat was a good decision as Concordia won the first hour of play setting up the day. Dominating the day was Jono Oliver playing a near perfect innings. A renovated Jono with 29 fours and 2 sixes guiding himself to 151. Showing great temperament, guile and punishing each delivery that was there to hit and a good Concordia crowd was entertained. After Tea it was Pederson dominating the Goodwood attack and not giving away any hope. A crafty 62 lead the team to a total of 311. A pleasing score setting us up for Day 2, but there is still work to to get us over the line.

J-BANG GOES BANG BANG
A trip out west for the first day of cricket for the season was met with excitement as Concordia presented a team of a mixture of youth and experience in B3. Skipper Pederson electing to bat was a good decision as Concordia won the first hour of play setting up the day. Dominating the day was Jono Oliver playing a near perfect innings. A renovated Jono with 29 fours and 2 sixes guiding himself to 151. Showing great temperament, guile and punishing each delivery that was there to hit and a good Concordia crowd was entertained. After Tea it was Pederson dominating the Goodwood attack and not giving away any hope. A crafty 62 lead the team to a total of 311. A pleasing score setting us up for Day 2, but there is still work to to get us over the line.

B3 ROUND 1 IS HERE
After a 6 month break and what seemed like an extensive winter code season, summer sport is back. 2-day cricket starting this weekend means only B3 start this Saturday while our 1-day teams will have to wait another 7 days to make their first inroads. A short drive out to Lockleys will hopefully result in a big crowd for the first game day of the season as we take on Goodwood who finished 5th in the same grade last season. A good test for us and will give us a good indication for where we sit. A club debutant too with Sam Strelan (Nephew of Peter) set to play his first game for the club!

B3 ROUND 1 IS HERE
After a 6 month break and what seemed like an extensive winter code season, summer sport is back. 2-day cricket starting this weekend means only B3 start this Saturday while our 1-day teams will have to wait another 7 days to make their first inroads. A short drive out to Lockleys will hopefully result in a big crowd for the first game day of the season as we take on Goodwood who finished 5th in the same grade last season. A good test for us and will give us a good indication for where we sit. A club debutant too with Sam Strelan (Nephew of Peter) set to play his first game for the club!

CAPTAINS 2024/25
A wealth of experience is set to lead this season. Bj Pederson is back in charge again with B3 and will have vice-captain Ben Hyams under him. Recent games record holder Troy Pincin will take the reigns in LO5. After a successful season last year finishing in the 4 Hamid Ali is back again to captain LO6. A successful season is in store for the group on the hunt for premiership success.

CAPTAINS 2024/25
A wealth of experience is set to lead this season. Bj Pederson is back in charge again with B3 and will have vice-captain Ben Hyams under him. Recent games record holder Troy Pincin will take the reigns in LO5. After a successful season last year finishing in the 4 Hamid Ali is back again to captain LO6. A successful season is in store for the group on the hunt for premiership success.

CRICKET IS BACK
The smell of cricket is here as winter ends in 4 days and the first ball of the season will only come 42 days after that! ATCA has dropped its fixtures for season 2024/25 with B3 only travelling 117.8km, LO5 travelling 123km and LO6 travelling 124.6km total for the season. A deluxe of fixtures to get your head around as the club looks to enter 2-day cricket after a 1 year siesta from the format.

CRICKET IS BACK
The smell of cricket is here as winter ends in 4 days and the first ball of the season will only come 42 days after that! ATCA has dropped its fixtures for season 2024/25 with B3 only travelling 117.8km, LO5 travelling 123km and LO6 travelling 124.6km total for the season. A deluxe of fixtures to get your head around as the club looks to enter 2-day cricket after a 1 year siesta from the format.

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