New Norfolk's thrilling victory

Southern Cricket Association
Finals Week 2

AFTER a thrilling victory over Gretna I in the 2nd Grade first semi-final at Gretna on Saturday, New Norfolk I will now play Molesworth I in the preliminary final. With Gretna 9-206 and needing six runs to win on a tie, with four balls remaining, New Norfolk's Leigh Berry took a spectacular one-handed catch on the boundary to claim victory for the Red Caps. Batsman Corey Ransley must have thought he had made the distance and got his team over the line, but it wasn't to be.

New Norfolk had won the toss and elected to bat, hitting up the competitive score of 5-212 off their 50 overs. Opener Jake King batted well, making 62, and when he was out the Red Caps were 5-113. Match-winner Leigh Berry continued on, making the good score of 75 not out (11 fours), while his captain Glen Williams remained 25 not out to give their team a good score to defend. Craig Cunningham was the main wicket taker for Gretna with 2-35 while Bruce Emery showed his experience, bowling extremely well and finishing with 1-18 off 10. Aaron Maddox and Jackson Ackerly also picked up a wicket each.

In reply to New Norfolk's 212, Gretna got off to a great start with openers Ben Rainbird and and Damien Hack putting on 55 before Hack was out for 13. Burns and Rainbird then got the score to 113 and Gretna looked the goods until Burns fell for 34 and then 27 runs later Rainbird was out for a great captains knock of 75 with 12 well-struck fours. At this stage Gretna was 3-140 and still in control, but the next seven wickets were lost for 66 runs and the side was bowled out in the final over. The experienced pair of Stewart Rice and Ashley Morgan showed the way for New Norfolk, picking up three wickets each while Jamie Maddox and Josh Dykes also did well snaring two each. Josh Rowlands had a great day in the field, taking four catches while Leigh Berry got three - with the last being a classic match winner.

New Norfolk and Gretna have had some classic finals matches dating back to the 1980s and Saturday's thriller was no exception. Well done New Norfolk, maybe this will be your season.

In the 2nd Grade second semi-final at Clarendon Vale, Rokeby recorded a comfortable six-wicket win over Molesworth I to go straight into the grand final. Molesworth won the toss and elected to bat, making 152 before being bowled out in the 32nd over. D. Williams top-scored with 35 (5 fours and 1 six) while youngster Daniel Coppleman made 31 (6 fours) and brother Brad made 23. Brad Ransley got 19 and Chris Slater 16. In reply Rokeby was hardly troubled, losing just four wickets in the run chase and finishing 4-153 off 22.1 overs. The Molesworth bowlers tried hard, but on the small Clarendon Vale oval it can be very frustrating. Brad Coppleman was the pick of them with 1-34 off seven overs.

After having a week off, Bushy Park went down to the Mackillop Beltas by nine wickets in the 4th Grade second semi-final at Boyer Oval. Bushy won the toss and decided to have first, hit making the small total of 139 and being bowled out in the 40th over. Bushy Park lost wickets regularly, but Troy Smith did well at the top of the order making 34. Batting at number eight Nick Fenton top-scored with 47, and Damien Madden made 10. No other batsman recorded double figures. In reply the Beltas had all the answers, losing just the one wicket in the run chase and finishing 1-144 off 34.3 overs. Mitch Crosswell was the wicket taker with 1-20 off seven overs. Bushy Park now plays Old Beach in the do-or-die preliminary final.      


SCORES - SECOND GRADE 1st Semi Final:  New Norfolk 5-212 off 50 overs (15 extras) d Gretna I  10-206 off 49.3 overs (9 extras) at Gretna. New Norfolk batting: Leigh Berry 75 (11-4s), Jake King 62 (5-4s), Glen Williams 25 (1-4), David Maddox 13 (2-4s), Rohan Heron 12 (1-4). Gretna bowling: Craig Cunningham 2-35 (9), Jackson Ackerly 1-15 (4), Bruce Emery 1-18 (10), Aaron Maddox 1-41 (8). Gretna batting: Ben Rainbird 75 (12-4s), Mathew Burns 34 (6-4s), Glenn Blackwell 17 (3-4s), Craig Cunningham 15 (1-6), Bruce Emery 13 (2-4s), Damien Hack 13, Peter Jelkic 12 (2-4s).  New Norfolk bowling: Ashley Morgan 3-28 (8.3), Stewart Rice 3-40 (10), Jamie Maddox 2-42 (10), Josh Dykes 2-43 (9).

2nd Semi Final: Rokeby 4-153 off 22.1 overs (11 extras) d Molesworth I 10-152 off 31.3 overs at Clarendon Vale. Molesworth batting: D. Williams 35 (5-4s, 1-6), Daniel Coppleman 31 (6-4s), Brad Coppleman 23 (1-4, 2-6s), Brad Ransley 19 (3-4s), Chris Slater 16 (3-4s). Molesworth bowling: Brad Coppleman 1-34 (7), Chris Slater 1-27 (4), Daniel Coppleman 1-27 (4), Nathan Eiszele 1-42 (4).

FOURTH GRADE 2nd Semi Final: Mackillop Beltas 1-144 off 34.3 overs (22 extras) d Bushy Park 10-139 off 39.4 overs (19 extras) at Boyer Oval. Bushy Park batting: Nick Fenton 47, Troy Smith 34, Damien Madden 10. Bushy Park bowling: Mitchell Crosswell 1-20 (7).

Total fire ban today

TASMANIA FIRE SERVICE
TOTAL FIRE BAN

TODAY, Wednesday March 13 has been declared a Day of Total Fire Ban for the whole state.  

No fires may be lit or be allowed to remain alight in the open air until 11.59pm tonight.

General Advice on a Day of Total Fire Ban
Tools and Equipment
Tools and equipment that use a naked flame or generate sparks such as welding or grinding, must not be used in the open air.

If essential works are required to be done a special permit may be issued, after a thorough investigation of each application. Apply to your TFS Regional Office.

Barbecues that use wood, charcoal or other solid fuel are banned
Gas and electric barbecues are permitted subject to the strict application of the conditions set out below.
Gas and electric barbecues provided in public reserves/campsites may be used providing:

•     the barbecue is electric or gas fired
•     the barbecue is fixed permanent structure.

Portable gas and electric barbecues may be used provided:

• The barbecue is located within 20 metres of a permanent dwelling (mobile homes, caravans or tents are not classified as permanent dwellings).

Additional conditions that apply to the use of portable electric and gas fired barbecues and barbecues in public reserves and campsites:

•     the area for 3 metres around and above the barbecue is completely cleared of flammable material.
•     an adult is in attendance at all times
•     a tap with hose connected is ready for use
•     at least 10 litres of water is on hand in case of emergency.

Commercial caterers are required to obtain a special permit from your TFS Regional Office.

It's showtime!

The sign has been updated and the Hamilton Show is coming up on March 23.
For more information click here and here.

Wade's finals tips - week two

Southern Cricket Association
Finals week two

WITH the word that Molesworth will have three of its key players out of the team for the 2nd Grade second semi-final tomorrow (Saturday), and Rokeby playing on their home ground, I'm tipping Rokeby to win by 40 runs and three wickets.

In the first semi-final between Gretna I and New Norfolk I, I'm tipping Gretna to bounce back from its loss to Molesworth and win by a close 10 runs and two wickets. This match will be of interest as these two teams have a great rivalry with a reputation of close finals matches over the years during their time in the DVCA. This match promises to live up to all expectations and im sure will be witnessed by a large crowd at Gretna.

In 4th Grade Bushy Park play MacKillop Beltas in the second semi-final at Boyer Oval tomorrow. This match has been moved from Bushy Park Showgounds. The Beltas drew with Old Beach in the qualifying final. I'm tipping Bushy to go straight into the grand final defeating the Beltas by 15 runs and one wicket.

WADE GLEESON

Good news at Gretna

MISSING mare Sari has been found following an intensive ground search last week. The horse went missing several days before the recent Gretna bushfire, leading some to fear the worst. A line search on Tuesday last week found her at the bottom of a steep ravine.

She was battered and dehydrated but in relatively good condition for a horse that had been missing for 10 days in all her gear. After receiving veterinary attention Sari was walked out to a friend's property nearby.

Trophy days coming up

THE New Norfolk Cricket Club Under 13s Trophy Day will be at the Tynwald Park Cricket Ground this Sunday, March 10, 10am start. All players, family and friends are welcome. Free barbecue and soft drinks. Parents and children will play a match. For more information contact Jamie Hill or Graeme Rowlands.

The Gretna Junior Cricket Trophy Day will be on Saturday, March 16, at the Gretna Oval starting at 9am. The Under 13s and Under 15s will play a mixed cricket match followed by a barbecue and then trophy presentations will take place.

The Molesworth Junior Cricket Trophy Presentations will be held on Sunday, March 17, at Tynwald Park (Rotunda Hut) starting at 10am. Spit roast and barbecue supplied. Players and parents will play a cricket match. 

Gretna junior cricket

Youth Cricket

UNDER 15s: Gretna 7-211 off 40 overs d Old Beach 9-87 off 25.4 overs at Gretna. Gretna batting: Josh Farrow 62 (5-4s), Daniel Browning 37no (7-4s, 1-6), Nathan Eyles 30 (6-4s), Reece Williams 23 (2-4s), Zac Crosswell 12 (1-4). Gretna bowling: Nathan Eyles 2-6 (5), Reece Williams 2-11 (5), Nick Wakefield 2-11 (3), Luke Crosswell 1-2 (.4), Jamie Davidson 1-17 (4), Jake campbell 1-22 (4).

UNDER 13s: North Hobart 5-137 off 20 overs d Gretna 7-135 off 20 overs at Gretna. Gretna batting: Ryan Emery 39no (6-4s, 1-6), Jack Stevenson 29 (4-4s), Josh Eyles 32 retired (4-4s, 1-6), Blake Mayne 9 (1-4). Gretna bowling: Ryan Browning 1-16 (3 overs), Blake Mayne 1/27 (3 overs).