FIRDAY afternoon saw the final round of Shepparton U16 home and away cricket games, with the Euroa team being outplayed by a very strong Old Students/Nagambie outfit at Memorial Oval.
After the first week of non-play due to the heat rule being enforced, a 20/20 format was put into action.
Old Students/Nagambie won the toss and elected to bat, posting a very competitive score of 7/90 after their 20 overs.
Best for Euroa were Jack Walters with 2/23, Oliver Wilson with 1/14, Tom White with 1/19, Cooper Goodall with 1/15, and Ethan Saxon with 1/6, in a very even display of line and length bowling.
With a challenging target to chase, Euroa’s batting began with a rocky start, losing two early wickets.
The run rate quickly rose, thanks to excellent fielding and line-and-length bowling from a well-drilled Old Students/Nagambie side.
Despite their efforts, the Euroa boys fell short, ending their 20 overs at 8/80.
Best for Euroa were Jack Walters with 23, Tayte Hoefchen with 18, Edison Waghorn with 15, and Oliver Wilson with 12.
The match brought down the curtain on the Euroa lads' season, just missing out on a spot in the final four.
A big thank you is extended to the parents who helped out throughout the season and supported their boys in representing Euroa Cricket Club with pride.
Well done to all involved.
SCORECARD: Nagambie 7/90 (J.Walters 2/23) defeated Euroa 8/80 (J.Walters 23, T.Hoefchen 18).
