Norton’s near century keeps E Grade in the fight

A GRADE DECLAN Redfern and Walter Jackson strode confidently to the crease, ready to tackle the challenge ahead. The first wicket fell quickly with the score at just two, but Euroa remained undeterred. Batting cautiously, they faced a relentless bowling attack, with wickets tumbling at regular intervals. By afternoon tea, the scoreboard read 7-111, with Josh Robertson, Walter Jackson, and Ryan Hill fighting valiantly to save the innings. After the break, a dramatic collapse saw Euroa lose their last three wickets for just 33 runs, ending their innings at 144 in 45.2 overs. Euroa started Old Students’ innings off in the best possible way, with Darby Wilson and Walter Jackson each taking a wicket early on. Their tight and precise bowling kept the pressure on the visitors, making it difficult for them to score freely. By the end of the day, Euroa’s disciplined attack had successfully restricted Old Students to 2-47 at stumps, setting the stage for a promising second day. SCORECARD: First innings Euroa 144 (R Hill 36, J Robertson 29) vs. Old Students 2-47 (W Jackson 1-9, D Wilson 1-11) Euroa A Grade played host to Old Students at the Friendlies Oval in Round six of the Haisman Shield. Captain Scott Hamilton won the toss and elected to bat first. B GRADE GRAYSON Kirk and Oli Swain walked out to bat with confidence, hoping to set a solid foundation. Unfortunately, Kirk was dismissed after just eight overs. The next over, Swain was also out, leaving the score at 2-16. Despite these early setbacks, Euroa saw contributions from Jye Bjorksten, Ash Ellis, and Archie Wilson, who kept the scoreboard moving with some good shots and smart running between the wickets. However, a collapse saw their last four wickets fall for just 10 runs. The innings ended with Euroa all out for 112 in 45 overs. Old Students began their chase, but Euroa's bowlers were relentless. Early breakthroughs by Archie Wilson, Ethan Saxon, and Jye Bjorksten put the opposition on the back foot. Saxon's precise deliveries and Bjorksten's clever variations ensured that Old Students could never settle, keeping the pressure high. By the end of the day's play, Old Students had outperformed Euroa, finishing at a stronger position of 4-85 compared to Euroa's 112. SCORECARD: First innings Euroa 112 (J Bjorksten 35, A Ellis 21) vs. Old Students 4-85 (E Saxon 2-33, J Bjorksten 1-10). Euroa travelled to Kialla to face Old Students in round six of the Clive Young Shield. Jye Bjorksten won the toss and elected to bat first. E GRADE THE decision seemed promising as the openers made a brisk start. However, Euroa quickly found themselves in trouble at 2-19 before Norton strode to the crease. Along with Phil Thompson, they stabilized the innings with a 55-run partnership until Thompson was trapped LBW for a well-made 21. Patty Murphy then joined Norton, and together they forged another strong 55-run partnership before Murphy was caught. Cooper Goodall and Norton further contributed with a wonderful 70-run stand before Norton was caught in the deep, just one run short of a well-deserved century. Euroa ended the innings with 7-212. Despite this competitive total, Kyabram’s batsmen rose to the challenge. Early in their innings, Euroa’s bowlers struggled to find breakthroughs, with Kyabram smashing Euroa to all parts of the ground. Just when it seemed like Kyabram would cruise to victory, Jack Wilson stepped up with a stellar spell, taking three crucial wickets and turning the game in Euroa’s favour. Youngster Freddy Hamill claimed a wicket, and late in the game, Cam Walker got his first wicket in senior cricket. However, despite their best efforts, Kyabram managed to reach the target with 18 overs remaining. Euroa has the bye next week before hosting Northerners at the Memorial the following week SCORECARD: Euroa 7-212 (C Norton 99, C Goodall 22) def by Kyabram 5-215 (J Wilson 3-17, C Walker 1-19). Euroa travelled to face Kyabram in round five of the Whitelock Shield (E Grade). Captain Carl Norton won the toss and chose to bat first, trying to exploit the short boundaries.

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