A nail-biting finish to the Grand Final of the 4th Grade MPSECA/StGDCA Combined Competition was witnessed by a small but vocal crowd of dedicated supporters as Beverly Hills Eagles emerged victorious.
After being bowled out for a slightly below par score of 181 at a rapid Booralee Park, Botany, the 4th Grade team led by Matt Abel set themselves out to defend their total. A vital four wicket haul from long serving player, Kieran Chipman, helped swing momentum back towards Beverly Hills Eagles after it looked like Kingsford Apaches would cruise to victory. Eventually, with five runs to spare Matt Abel delivered the knockout ball with a searing lbw decision.
Main contributors for the match included:
Batting:
Simon Daher 57 runs
Spencer Hicks 26 runs
Bowling:
Kieran Chipman 4/14 off 6 overs
Matthew Abel 3/40 off 12.4 overs
Martyn Blundell 2/38 off 9 overs