The 2nd XI cricket have 5 Year 9 boys in the team. Below is a match summary courtesy of Mr David Wiseman.
Following a long selection process, Adrian Dawson, Willis Gunesekera, Ben Jones, Will Maffey and George Martin were selected to represent the College in the Open 2nd XI cricket team to play in the GPS competition. The boys were presented with their playing shirts and baggy caps by Mr Ron Moroney (Assembly Guest) and Mr Tarlinton following the College Assembly on Friday.
Round 1 of the GPS competition commenced on Saturday with 2nd XI taking on Sydney High at McKay Oval. In a tough encounter, St Joseph’s defeated Sydney High 6/103 to 10/101.
Performances from Year 9 boys were as follows:
Willis Gunesekera
Bowling 3 wickets for 31 runs (10 overs)
George Martin
Bowling 2 wickets for 10 runs (8 overs)
Batting 1 run (not out)
Will Maffey
Bowling 2 wickets for 11 runs (7 overs)
Fielding 1 catch
Ben Jones
Wicket keeper 4 catches
Batting 2 runs (not out)
Adrian Dawson
Bowling 0 wickets for 11 runs (4 overs)
Batting 13 runs as opening batsman