Cricket –
Finalists have been confirmed for Central Coast Cricket Association’s One Day Competition, following an exciting weekend of cricket.
Rounds 8 and 9 were played in warm conditions, with Narara emerging as finalists after they beat Northern Power and Lisarow-Ourimbah.
James Smith was a batting blitz for Narara during their first outing, which saw 30 runs needed from three overs to secure the Lions a one wicket win against Northern Power.
Smith made 41 and took three wickets to lead his side to an unlikely win.
They backed this up on Day 2 with victory against Lisarow Ourimbah, with Peter Gallichan top scoring with 48, while young gun, Tom Owen, finished with 39.
Terrigal-Matcham also booked their spot in the grand final after overcoming Kincumber-Avoca and Warnervale.
On Day 1, Terrigal-Matcham claimed a five wicket win over Kincumber-Avoca, highlighted by three wickets to both Josh Bridge and Harry Brien, while Josh Toohey led with the bat with 32.
On Day 2, the Bellbirds claimed a two wicket win over Warnervale.
Despite Simon Keen making 96, it was a Jamie Brien bowling display that changed the contest, taking five wickets, including a hattrick.
Other highlights from the weekend included Lachlan Rainger’s five wickets for Wyong in their match against Warnervale; Kaine Harmsworth and Karan Katli four wickets apiece for Warnervale in their match with Wyong; and The Entrance’s win over Wyong on Day 1.
Both Narara and Terrigal-Matcham now have the summer to prepare for their One Day final which gets underway on February 28, 2021.
The First Grade Competition resumes with Round 10 from December 10.
Dilon Luke