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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Mar 09, 2021 12:02 pm

Bored at work so thought I would have a crack at a bit of GF preview.

Bel Man vs Spalding

2020/21 Meetings
Round 2- Spadling 2-83 def Bel Man 81
Round 9- Spalding 2-73 def Bel Man 72
SF- Bel Man 8-141 def Spalding 5-140 (won with 3 balls to spare)

Interestingly on each occasion these sides have met the team batting second has won. This could be one of those tosses your prefer to lose. I wouldn't expect any major changes from either sides team that played in the semi final. Spalding do have the luxury of having opening bowler Stephen Tohl back bowling, he didn't bowl in the semi final despite playing and hasn't been hit for more than 28 in his 8 over this year and on that occasion it was at Pekina where scores are inflated. From the other side Spalding removed Horse for a duck in the semi final to one of the best slip catches you will see.....hardly think that will happen again.

Key Player

Ryan Simpson (Bel Man)- Alongside Boh Wall the best bat in the competition, on his day can hit 150. If he bats well the rest of their line up thrives.

Shannon Jaeschke (Bel Man) Coming off 100 in the last round of the year and then 60 odd in the semi final his the inform bat. Very technically correct and has some hitting power. Can he produce the goods for a third innings in a row.

Shannon Fielding (Bel Man)- The brother of star Spalding player Zac, Shannon has had his brother numbers on multiple occasions. His the one man can Zac struggles to face and if he can pick up the early wicket Bel Man are a big Chance.

Stephen Tohl (Spalding)- The most runs his been hit of his 8 overs this year has been 28 and then 19. Didn't bowl in the semi. If he can get away with less than 25 bowling his 8 straight Spalding will be tough to beat.

Zac Fielding (Spalding)- The superstar with bat and ball. All year he has hit 30 odds threatening to take a game apart. Like Simpson his the one bloke that can go really big. If he gets Spalding off to a flyer the rest of the order will be tough to dismiss. Been out of form with the ball in the last two weeks but taking 23 wickets at 10 he is a gun with the ball. Like his batting he can go big with the ball taking a five fa or more. If he bowls well Spalding will win.

Alex Morgan (Spalding)- Captain Morgan, the most solid bat in the Spalding line up, is technically very sound, can defend and can go big. Hit an important 32 off 25 balls in the prelim. Probably the quickest bowler in the league but hasn't bowled in 3 weeks due to a niggling back injury his managing. Will he make a return in the GF....I honestly don't know.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Thu Mar 11, 2021 5:31 pm

Forecast looking even worse now for Saturday sadly!
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Mar 16, 2021 10:36 am

Bel Man got up in the GF on the weekend by 20 runs.

It was the Ryan Simpson show hitting 100 out of Bel Man's 160 score. He was brilliant, no matter where you bowled it went. Such a good batsmen.

Definitely disappointed but not a lot went right for us. Loss the toss and had to bowl in the rain for 35 overs, given we have 3 spinners that was never ideal.
The weather then fined up in the afternoon and we batted in an extremely slow outfield.

Still had our chances though needing a run a ball with 15 overs left and 7 wickets in hand. It wasn't to be though.

Had one of my most enjoyable seasons ever and strangely feel a little lossed now cricket is over. Look forward to doing it all again next year but hopefully going one step further.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Mar 23, 2021 10:05 am

Interested to hear everyones rumours as the winter goes on.

Ill start with Zac Fielding to Bel Man to play with his brother. Will be a huge pick up for the reigning champs if true.

Talk a heap of the old Bel Man boys including Simpson, Young, Williams have retired but im doubtful. If Bel Man are around the mark come the new year i reckon they will be back for a finals crack.

Spalding to lose the superstar Zac but potentially gain back the two Wilsdon boys.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Mon Jun 07, 2021 11:06 am

Spalding were recently awarded a grant to upgrade the cricket nets.

Pretty excited about this, one of the key elements of the ensuring the cricket club stays alive is maintaining the infrastructure so think this is a major step in the right direction.

On the rumour mill......Belman to lose Charles due to moving away. Big loss for them, very passionate cricketer, plays every single, opens the batting but can bat anywhere and a very handy one day bowler in the right conditions.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Fri Sep 10, 2021 7:30 am

AGM held earlier in the week.

Comp to begin October 16.

All teams are back and playing...…

Des Taylor to be chairman of selectors for the Association team with Boh Wall moving back to Tanunda.

Grand Final to be held at Burra. Association game vs Stanley to be held at Spalding.

North vs South Inter Comp game will be held this year.

Half the games scheduled for the year must be played to constitute a season 'if' Covid plays a part.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Sep 21, 2021 8:05 am

Matty Keurschner back to Orroroo.

They will potential be the team to watch this year. Would have played at least 5-6 blokes under the age of 20 last season, all showed a bit of talent. Provided their not losing any of them to Adelaide they will definitely have a lot of natural improvement left in them.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby wedgetail » Wed Sep 22, 2021 9:04 pm

Any news on Booleroo? Sounds like they struggled for numbers last season.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Wed Sep 22, 2021 9:15 pm

wedgetail wrote:Any news on Booleroo? Sounds like they struggled for numbers last season.


At the AGM all teams said they were going around again so fingers crossed
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby wedgetail » Mon Sep 27, 2021 8:47 pm

whufc wrote:
wedgetail wrote:Any news on Booleroo? Sounds like they struggled for numbers last season.


At the AGM all teams said they were going around again so fingers crossed

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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Oct 05, 2021 11:12 am

Spalding looking for redemption this year...

Kicking off pre season training this Thursday at the risk of being perceived as taking it to serious in preparation for the October 16 start. :lol:

Any ins and outs goss would be great.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Oct 12, 2021 6:42 am

Going to be an interesting first round this Saturday. With the weather looking ordinary this week many teams might head into round 1 not having a single hit before the season starts :lol:

SPALDING VS BEL MAN
The two grand finalists do battle in round 1. Spalding will have a familiar look this year with Zac Fielding committing for one more year. BSR winning the football premiership means a few players may miss early games as they look manage lingering football issues before beginning football. Either way Spalding will most likely have a strong side on the park that should finish top 4.
Bel Man have lost Charles this year due to moving interstate, this will be a big loss, handy opener who protects their vulnerable middle order, solid medium pacer who in the right conditions can be very challenging and a real handy fielder. Horse Simpson is apparently not playing this year, retiring after winning last years flag. Not sure anyone actually believes the legend has and we are sure he will make a reappearance after Christmas.

BURRA VS WILMINGTON
This will be an interesting game, the rumours had Boh Wall moving back to Tanunda but looking at their A Grade last week he didn't play for the magpies. Burra keep Sam Mattey which gives them one of the comps best bats, if they have kept Boh they will be a top 3 side, if not they may slide. Wilmington literally played two sides last year a home team and away team. The home team was very solid, the away team not so much. If they can convince a few of their lads to do some travelling they could be a surprise packet this year.

BUNDALEER VS BOOLEROO
Both unknown at the moment. Bundaleer were just happy to field a side last year nevermind winning games, great bunch of lads though who love their cricket. Booleroo were a mixed bag, they have some talented players but it also drops away pretty quickly. If they keep their guns they may stay in the top4 race for a while. In saying that they did win 3 games in a row when the ex Brisbane Lion quick Clarke was available for them. I believe his now studying at Oxford in England so will not be back in the country this year.

PEKINA vs ORROROO
The two wildcards this year. If Pekina can get all the Bowman lads playing every week they are well and truly in the top four mix. Orrorro were the youngest side in the comp last year yet still made the finals. Provided these lads are playing and haven't moved to Adelaide along with getting back Matt Keurschener could be the team to beat.

END OF MINOR ROUND PREDICTION
1. Spadling/Booborowie
2. Orroroo
3. Burra
4. Bel Man

5. Pekina
6. Wilmington/Melrose
7. Booleroo
8. Bundaleer
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Fri Oct 15, 2021 8:35 am

Wouldn't think many games would go ahead this weekend with anywhere between 20-40ml of rain in the last 32 hours, especially given all clubs have the mats permanently stuck down.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Sun Oct 17, 2021 1:19 pm

Crazy game at Spalding Oval

Spalding hit a par score of 148 of out 40 overs

Bel-Man cruising at 0/91 at the 20 over drink mark. Ended up batting their 40 overs to finish 7/128 and twenty runs short.

One of the bigger turnarounds I’ve seen in cricket.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Mon Oct 18, 2021 7:30 am

Round 1 in the book.

As mentioned above Spalding complete a huge turnaround to take the points in the grand final rematch. Both teams were missing key players but Horse Simpson played his first pre Christmas game in many years. No doubt both teams will be around the mark come finals.

Orroroo proved they are going to be ultra competitive this year with a real comfortable victory over Pekina. The Roos chased down a competitive 166 with 7 overs to spare and 8 wickets in the shed. Would be truly shocked if Orroroo didn't make the finals. Pekina looked to field a pretty strong side with 3 of the Bowmans playing. If they have that side each week they could push a finals spot.

Burra started life after Boh Wall with a comfortable 9 wicket win over Wilmington/Melrose, chasing down 121 in only 16 overs. Schupper turned back the clock hitting 66. Looking at the names listed we might see another year of Wilmington almost having two different sides a home one and an away one.

Booleroo won by 5 wickets chasing down 99 against Bundaleer. Booleroo were missing a few key names from last year so will be very happy with the win. Could be wrong but hard to see these two sides not making up the bottom two positions on the ladder.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby wedgetail » Sun Oct 24, 2021 3:56 pm

whufc wrote:Round 1 in the book.

As mentioned above Spalding complete a huge turnaround to take the points in the grand final rematch. Both teams were missing key players but Horse Simpson played his first pre Christmas game in many years. No doubt both teams will be around the mark come finals.

Orroroo proved they are going to be ultra competitive this year with a real comfortable victory over Pekina. The Roos chased down a competitive 166 with 7 overs to spare and 8 wickets in the shed. Would be truly shocked if Orroroo didn't make the finals. Pekina looked to field a pretty strong side with 3 of the Bowmans playing. If they have that side each week they could push a finals spot.

Burra started life after Boh Wall with a comfortable 9 wicket win over Wilmington/Melrose, chasing down 121 in only 16 overs. Schupper turned back the clock hitting 66. Looking at the names listed we might see another year of Wilmington almost having two different sides a home one and an away one.

Booleroo won by 5 wickets chasing down 99 against Bundaleer. Booleroo were missing a few key names from last year so will be very happy with the win. Could be wrong but hard to see these two sides not making up the bottom two positions on the ladder.


Thanks for comprehensive update! Keep up the good work, from an old Booleroo boy!
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Sun Oct 24, 2021 6:17 pm

wedgetail wrote:
whufc wrote:Round 1 in the book.

As mentioned above Spalding complete a huge turnaround to take the points in the grand final rematch. Both teams were missing key players but Horse Simpson played his first pre Christmas game in many years. No doubt both teams will be around the mark come finals.

Orroroo proved they are going to be ultra competitive this year with a real comfortable victory over Pekina. The Roos chased down a competitive 166 with 7 overs to spare and 8 wickets in the shed. Would be truly shocked if Orroroo didn't make the finals. Pekina looked to field a pretty strong side with 3 of the Bowmans playing. If they have that side each week they could push a finals spot.

Burra started life after Boh Wall with a comfortable 9 wicket win over Wilmington/Melrose, chasing down 121 in only 16 overs. Schupper turned back the clock hitting 66. Looking at the names listed we might see another year of Wilmington almost having two different sides a home one and an away one.

Booleroo won by 5 wickets chasing down 99 against Bundaleer. Booleroo were missing a few key names from last year so will be very happy with the win. Could be wrong but hard to see these two sides not making up the bottom two positions on the ladder.


Thanks for comprehensive update! Keep up the good work, from an old Booleroo boy!


Cheers mate I’ll do an update during the week once all scores have been posted
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Mon Oct 25, 2021 1:20 pm

Orroroo proved they are going to be a serious premiership threat this year knocking off a Horseless Bel Man. New recruit Matt Keurschner starred hitting 76 of 79 balls as they chased down the required 133 in 28 overs.

We saw the first major shock of the year with Bundaleer defeating Wilimington/Melrose away from home. Bundaleer chased down a decent 170 thanks to 75 not out from Matt Hagger. I believe that's Bundaleers first win in a couple of seasons.

Burra won back to back games chasing down 140 with only one week left. No scores have been inputted so not sure who hit the runs.

Spalding defeated Pekina thanks to a forfeit.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Oct 26, 2021 6:41 am

Some decent games this week with the standout being the early season top of the table clash between Orroroo and Spalding.

These two sides have very competitive outings last season with Spalding just taking the wins in both games. Orroroo was a young side and will have some natural improvement plus the addition of Matty Kuerschner. Spalding have only had the one hit this season being forfeited against last week. This may count against them on this occasion, will need to be at our best to get the win.

Massive game for Booleroo and Wilmington who would have been aiming to sneak into that fourth finals spot this season. If Wilmington start the year 0-3 in a 14 game season knowing no doubt we will lose a couple of games to heat/run is going to be almost impossible to come back from. Booleroo have started 1-1 winning the game they should have and losing one by one wicket. Hard to go past Booleroo in this one though who have been a bit more consistent, a win for them ensures they stay in touch with the top 4.

Winless Bel Man take on Pekina in another key early season game. Bel Man have had a tough start to the year playing two of last years finalists in Spalding and Orroroo. As a bare minimum Bel Man will be aiming for a top 2 spot to have another crack at the flag. Pekina were solid in round 1 against Orroroo but couldn't get a team to travel to Spalding. What that means this week who knows but either way I would expect Bel Man to get off the mark albeit a full strength Pekina could snatch a win.

Last but not least the undefeated Burra take on the rejuvenated Bundaleer. Most expected Burra to drop slightly with no Boh Wall but so far so good for them defeating two of last years bottom three sides in the opening rounds. Bundaleer had there first win for a few years last week and have improved their side significantly.....apparently. Whilst I expect Burra to win and go to 3-0 this will be a closer than expected game.
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Re: Northern Areas Cricket Association

Postby whufc » Tue Nov 02, 2021 11:51 am

What has become a regular occurance over the last couple of years Spalding and Orroroo played out a close encounter with Spalding just coming out on top. Slightly to much depth with bat/ball and fielding saw them chase down Orroroo 3/127, five down with 10 balls to spare. Footy mail medalist Matt Longbottom the star hitting 38 not out to guide the barebackers to three straight wins.

Reigning premiers Bel Man have fallen to zip and three on the back of a Bowman masterclass for Pekina. Chasing 185 at Bel Man was going to need some superstar performances and both Will and Luke Bowman stepped up hitting 79 and 72 respectively guiding Pekina to the win with 2 balls to spare. Apparently the second to last ball was a dropped catch that saw Pekina snatch the winning run. Pekina record their first win of the season.

Burra are the surprise packet of 21/22 going to 3-0 on the back of hitting 293 against Bundlaeer. Schupper was the start hitting a ton whilst Harry Quinn chipped in with 70 odd. Bundaleer were never in the run chase being bowled out for 129, they will be somewhat disappointed after opening their account last week.

Booleroo continued their solid start to the year bowling out Wilmington for 102 and chasing it 4 down in 25 overs. Real disappointing result for Wilmington who will have considered it an 'on' week with all their shift workers playing. Booleroo now sit 2-1 and could be chasing a top 4 spot.
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