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!