SCHOOL SPORT VICTORIA - STATE FINALS

Junior Girls Cricket - State Champions!

After an early start, the CMCB Junior Girls Cricket Team arrived at Elgar Park eager to showcase their skills. 

State Semi-Final: CMCB vs Dromana College

Facing Dromana College in Game 1, the girls were sent into bat after losing the toss. Openers Indie Kramer (12) and Eden Rooke (11) set a steady platform before Macey White (42) accelerated the scoring at number three. Strong contributions followed from Evie Gretrix (18), Sienna Raco (15), and Greta Pollock (7), as each player batted out their allocated 20 balls. The team completed their innings with a commanding total of 3/139.

The bowling attack started spectacularly. Macey White (2/12) struck twice in her opening over, while Eden Rooke (1/15) added another wicket and a sharp run-out, which had Dromana reeling at 4/12 after just two overs. Despite a brief recovery, Dromana were dismissed for 48 in the 10th over. Tight bowling from Sienna Raco (1/10), Chelsea Wilson (1/2), and Elle Gilchrist (1/2) sealed a convincing win, earning CMCB a place in the State Final.

State Final CMCB vs Norwood Secondary College

In the State Final, the girls faced a strong Norwood Secondary College side. Once again sent into bat, openers Eden Rooke (13) and Indi Kramer (1) laid a solid foundation; however, the standout performance came from Macey White, who blasted 33 from her first 20 balls and later returned to finish with a brilliant 65. Despite regular wickets falling, smart batting from Macey and Eden in the final overs, combined with sharp running between the wickets, lifted the team to a competitive total of 109.

With confidence high, the girls attacked the bowling innings with intent. Macey White effected a remarkable run-out in her first over (with the back of her foot), while Eden Rooke struck with her very first ball thanks to a superb catch from Evie Gretgrix. The momentum continued to go CMCB’s way as Elle Gilchrist, Chelsea Wilson, and Bethany Ryan bowled with precision, restricting Norwood’s scoring opportunities.

Sienna Raco and Evie Gretrix maintained the pressure with tight spells in the final overs, backed by outstanding fielding by the entire team. Norwood were restricted to 7/71 off their 20 overs, which saw the CMC team win by an impressive 38 runs. This was achieved on the back of some incredible performances with the ball -

• Macey White – 3 overs, 1/14
• Eden Rooke – 2 overs, 1/3
• Chelsea Wilson – 4 overs, 2/18
• Bethany Ryan – 4 overs, 1/9
• Elle Gilchrist – 3 overs, 1/4
• Evie Gretrix – 1 over, 1/3

The CMCB girls secured the State Final victory with a clinical and spirited performance. Their improvement from game to game was inspiring, and the fun and enjoyment they shared made the achievement even more special.

Special thanks to Cale Polson and Solly Baker for their invaluable support with umpiring and scoring, to Ms Holly Speed for her organisation and encouragement, and to all the parents and families who cheered the girls throughout all days of competition. Your support was greatly appreciated.

Congratulations, girls, on a terrific result and a memorable journey!

TEAM: Evie Gretgrix, Elle Gilchrist, Bethany Ryan, Lucy Pollock, Indie Kramer, Paige Kristiansen, Ms Maree Pearce (Coach), Chelsea Wilson, Eden Rooke, Macey White, Sienna Raco, Greta Pollock