Onkaparinga Tennis AssociationRound 10 resultsWoodchester 6-6-60 defeated Strathalbyn 6-6-56Macclesfield Red 12-12-81 defeated Kangarilla 0-0-30Macclesfield Black 9-9-74 defeated John Wesley 3-3-45Ladder (after round 10)Macclesfield Red 123, Macclesfield Black 96, John Wesley 85, Strathalbyn 48, Woodchester 45, Kangarilla 35.Round 11 fixtures (13/1/23)John Wesley v StrathalbynWoodchester v Kangarilla Macclesfield Red v Macclesfield Black

Port Elliot pulled off a stunning 17-run victory over Encounter Bay during round seven of the Great Southern Cricket Association (GSCA) at Port Elliot on Saturday. The Bloods reach the Christmas/New Year break undefeated and on top of the ladder. The home side won the toss and batted first but were soon in trouble at 4/29. Skipper Joel Harris made a patient 30 (77 balls) as his side were bowled out for just 92. Opener Ethan Spriggs (17) was the only other batsman to pass 15. Five Encounter Bay bowlers took wickets with Cam Lintern (4/17) leading the way, while Matt Overall snared 2/23 (8). The Bays started the run chase in disastrous fashion as they slumped to 5/38 before skipper Blake Bailey and Lintern came together to add 26 runs for the sixth wicket and at 5/64, the visitors looked the likely winners. However, veteran Simon Donaldson made a crucial double blow, removing Bailey and Lintern, as the Bays lost their last 5/11 to be rolled for 75 in the 36th over. Lintern (30) and Luke Duffill (18) were the only batsmen to reach double figures. Donaldson bowled an inspired spell to finish with 5/15 from his eight overs, while Tyson Somerfield took 3/8 from six overs. Goolwa won their second game of the season with a comprehensive eight-wicket win against Yankalilla on Saturday. ‘Yank’ batted first and were soon in deep trouble at 3/3 before Doug Jones and skipper Lachlan Whittlesea came together. This pair added 43 runs for the fourth wicket with Jones top scoring with 30, while Whittlesea made 17. However the comeback was short lived as the Tigers lost their last 7/17 to be bowled out for 63. Jayden Crees (3/3), James Lawrence (2/19) and Jake Kuss (2/21) were the main destroyers for the Magpies. Goolwa took their time in the run chase, passing the total in the 29th over for the loss of just two wickets. Andy Evans (24 not out), Sam Carlyle (17) and Kuss (12 not out) were the leading run scorers for the visitors. Ashley Madden (1/5) and Luke Bartlett (1/8) were the wicket takers for Yankalilla. Noarlunga won their fourth game of the season with a 58-run victory over McLaren Districts at McLaren Flat. The Shoes batted first and were cruising at 0/97 at the drinks break. Cam Bullard continued his excellent season with 76 from 73 balls (6 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s), while Travis Bronstein made 43 from 101 balls. McLaren Districts hit back in the second 20 overs, taking 8/53, to restrict Noarlunga to 8/150. Left-arm medium pacer George Beard was the best of the Crushers bowlers with 5/25 (8), while left-arm spinner Jacob Banks was miserly with 1/13 (8). 151 was always going to be a testing target on the large and slow outfield and so it proved to be. After a solid 28-run opening stand between Jim Ryan (21) and Zac Hodges, the Crushers collapsed to be bowled out in the 33rd over for 92. All six Noarlunga bowlers took wickets with Bullard (3/24), Bronstein (2/2) and Fletcher Harding (2/14) the multiple wicket takers. A fine all-round performance from Simon Roberts has led Willunga to their fifth win of the season with a comprehensive 129-run win at Victor Harbor. Roberts made 91 not out (107 balls) and then followed up with 4/18 from six overs for the Demons. Willunga batted first and posted 7/204 from their 40 overs with Chad Franceschini (38), Shaun Anderson (25) and Jarrad Ross (21) making useful contributions. Kenny Sumner (2/39) and Josh Boyko (2/44) were the leading wicket takers for the Vipers. ‘Victor’ were never in the run chase as they were bowled out for 74 in the 30th over. Tim Watson (19) and Boyko (18) were the leading run scorers for Victor Harbor. Joining Roberts in the wickets for Willunga were Matthew Impey (2/13), Matthew Bolton (1/1), Luke Harding (1/4) and Daniel Hockham (1/16). Mt Compass consolidated their position in the top-6 after a thrilling one-wicket victory over Myponga-Sellicks at Myponga on Saturday. The Mudlarks batted first and fought their way to 9/132 after their 40 overs. Veteran left-hander Michael Tomlinson was the standout batsman for the home side with 69 not out, while Sean Haverty (16) and Euan MacLachlan (11 not out) chipped in. Ethan Anderson (4/31) and Aaron Dalitz (2/21) were the leading wicket takers for the Bulls. Mt Compass got themselves into a good position in the run chase as they reached 2/70 with Josh Murfitt (48), Jamarley Daley (17) and Paul Barrett (16) leading the way. A collapse of 7/50 left the visitors in trouble at 9/120, still 13 runs from victory as Bailey Baldock joined Josh Dalitz (14 not out). This pair held their nerve to see their side home with three balls to spare. Matthew Franceschini (3/21), Vinnie Nizzola (2/12) and Ryan Haverty (2/43) were the leading wicket takers for the Mudlarks. Ladder (after round 7)Port Elliot 39, Willunga 37, Encounter Bay 30, Noarlunga 27, Mt Compass 24, McLaren Districts 18, Goolwa 15, Yankalilla 15, Myponga-Sellicks 9, Victor Harbor 0.Round 8 fixtures (1 day games - 6/1/24)Goolwa v McLaren Districts Encounter Bay v YankalillaMt Compass v Port ElliotWillunga v Myponga-SellicksNoarlunga v Victor Harbor

Langhorne Creek consolidated second spot on the Alexandra & Eastern Hills Cricket Association (AEHCA) ladder after defeating arch-rival Strathalbyn by nine runs in a tight encounter at Strathalbyn. Langhorne Creek batted first and lost opening batsman Daniel Kropp first ball before Jaspa Tonkin (35) and Wessel van Wyk (12) put on 42 runs for the second wicket. Brayden Frost (33) and Tonkin took the score up to 2/86 until a collapse of 6/18 saw the visitors in strife at 8/104. Bradley Clements joined Troy Blackwell at the crease to add a vital 61 runs for the ninth wicket before Blackwell was dismissed for 41 (39 balls). Clements made 26 (47 balls) as the Tigers were bowled out for 174 in the 41st over. Matt Harris (3/22), Lachlan Cutting (2/15), Nick Evenden (2/28) and Brayden Gaiter (2/55) were the multiple wicket takers for the Stallions. Strathalbyn got themselves into a good position in the run chase as they reached 1/95 with Luke Cousins and Mark Abbott (28) adding 76 for the second wicket. Cousins would go on to top score with 62 (80 balls), but steady wickets continued to fall as ‘Strath’ appeared out of the contest at 8/128. Kane Gaiter (22) and Evenden (16 not out) tried their best to lift their side to victory but ultimately the Stallions were bowled out for 165 with one over left in the game. Kropp’s day didn’t start well, but he made up for it with the ball taking the final wicket on his way to figures of 5/41 (9). Blackwell completed a fine all-round game with 3/23 (8). Nairne moved a game clear in fourth position after defeating fellow finals aspirant Macclesfield by 86 runs on Saturday. Nairne batted first with their innings set up by a 112-run stand between Robert Crook (47) and Luke Timmins (46) for the third wicket. Duncan Rogers (32 not out), Chad Harrop (24 not out) and Shane Kenney (24) made handy contributions as Nairne finished their 45 overs on 6/238. Connor Moore (3/37) was the best of the Redback bowlers. Josh Lewis-Burns (37) and David Schulze (34) added 61 runs for the third wicket, but ultimately Macclesfield were bowled out for 152 in the 36th over. Five Nairne bowlers took wickets with Nick Williams (3/32), Will Brooks (2/19) and Caleb Walker (2/23) leading the way. Woodside won their third game of the season with a tight two-wicket victory at Hahndorf. The Magpies batted first and struggled their way to a total of 127 before being bowled out in the 37th over. Ben Montgomerie, with 54 not out from 71 balls (4 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s), was the standout batsman for Hahndorf, while Henry Hassold (19), Lachlan Huxtable (19) and Michael Shanahan (16 not out) chipped in. Nick Johns was the best of the Woodside bowlers with figures of 5/28 from nine overs, while Harrison Reid snared 2/21 (7). Woodside were cruising in the run chase at 1/60 with Tommy Baldock (39) and Brad Collins (18) adding 59 for the second wicket. Enter Hahndorf veteran Mark Trafford-Walker who put the Warriors on the back foot with an inspired spell of 4/12 off nine overs as the visitors slumped to 8/103. Shane Druwitt (14 not out) and Johns (14 not out) held their nerve to get their side over the line with 47 balls to spare. Huxtable (2/35) was the other multiple wicket taker for Hahndorf. Reigning premier Lobethal will go to the break on top of the ladder after a comfortable 92-run victory over Bremer Callington. The Tigers batted first and posted 9/220 from their 45 overs. Dave Huxter (58), Ben Matthews (40), Lachlan Elsworthy (33) and Matt Martin (21) were the leading run scorers for ‘Lobey’. Graydon Brand was the standout bowler for the Cobras with the excellent figures of 5/25 (9), while Alex Durbidge snared 2/37 (9). The Cobras got themselves to 2/72 through Brand (20), Durbidge (21) and Michael Heath (44), but they lost their last 8/56 to be bowled out for 128. Lobethal used 10 bowlers with Daniel Norsworthy the leading wicket taker with 4/26 from eight overs. Ladder (after round 11)Lobethal 38, Langhorne Creek 36, Strathalbyn 26, Nairne 26, Macclesfield 22, Woodside 16, Hahndorf 6, Bremer Callington 6.Round 12 fixtures (home teams named first - 13/1/24)  Langhorne Creek v LobethalNairne v HahndorfStrathalbyn v MacclesfieldWoodside v Bremer Callington

Great Southern Tennis AssociationRound 10 resultsInman Valley 4-5-36 defeated Goolwa 2-3-30Back Valley 4-6-41 defeated Victor Harbor 2-2-36Port Elliot 5-7-46 defeated Myponga Sellicks 1-2-29 Ladder (after round 10)Inman Valley 54, Port Elliot 47, Myponga Sellicks 37, Back Valley 31, Goolwa 28, Victor Harbor 19.Round 11 fixtures (13/1/24)Goolwa v Back ValleyMyponga Sellicks v Victor HarborPort Elliot v Inman Valley

Hills Softball Association ‘A’ Grade Women (Strathalbyn v Hahndorf)Strathalbyn opened the batting with a safe hit to Kim Cutting who with great base running made her way home after hits to Bianca Pash and Peyton Daniels but they were unable to get any more runners home with Hahndorf’s Rylee Zobel taking a catch at right field, an out at second and an out at first. Hahndorf’s first turn at bat had hits to Megan Williams and Mia Oats-Willis but they were left stranded on base with a great relay from right fielder Tash Mayes to pitcher Daniels to third baser Kathy Pash for the tag, Daniels fielding a bunt and throwing to first and short stop Cutting taking a catch to end the innings scoreless.The second dig for Strath was three up three down with two K2’s to Hahndorf’s pitcher/catcher combo of Tahlia Larosa to Chloe Davis and another catch to Zobel. Three up three down for Hahndorf too as Strath’s pitcher/catcher combo of Daniels to B. Pash got a K2 and Kathryn “Buttsy” Milne took a catch at second and quickly threw to Cutting to catch the runner out for a double play.Strath had a few hits and gained a walk in the third but runners were left stranded on base without scoring as Hahndorf made another K2, an out at first and an out at second. Hahndorf were three up three down again with a K2, an out at first and Tess Norris playing her base at first for the third out.The three up three down theme continued in the fourth for Strath with a K2, a catch taken at short stop by Abbie Bastian and an out at first. It was the night for three up three down with Hahndorf held scoreless again by centrefielder Emily Eglitis taking a catch, another out at first and a sharp catch taken by K. Pash.Strath were again held scoreless in the fifth with an out at first, a back handed catch by Bastian and a catch taken at first. A walk gained by Breanna Luxon got Hahndorf on base and she was brought home by Alia Jackson who hit a home run to right field before Strath could make an out at first, Daniels taking a catch and Norris also taking a catch.Strath now behind on the board needed to get some hits and bring some runs in and they did with hits to Daniels, Eglitis, Ashlee Peterson and a three baser to K. Pash that all helped to bring in five runs with Hahndorf’s new pitcher Zobel taking a catch, a K2 and an out at first to end the innings. It was up to Hahndorf to now add runs but with great defensive fielding by Strath they were held scoreless again with two outs at first and a K2 to end the innings and the game with Strathalbyn coming out on top 6 runs to Hahndorf 2.Hills Softball Association ‘C’ Grade Women (Strathalbyn v Pirates)Strathalbyn were up to bat first and started with a safe hit to Monica Spriggs who then stole bases and home with Rebecca Sims also getting a hit and drawing the error to get to second safely, stealing to third and being brought home by a hit to Amber Crawford with Pirates pitcher/catcher combo of Vanessa Silvy to Michelle Stewart getting a K2, an out at first and a tag out at home. Walks were gained by Pirates so with some good base running and a safe hit to Silvy they brought home three runs with Strath’s pitcher/catcher Sims to Crawford making a K2 and two outs at first ended the innings.Strath were held scoreless in the second with Kelly Roe having the only safe hit and Pirates making three K2’s to send them from the diamond. Strath returned the favour with Roe making an out at first and Lavinia Seymour taking two catches at second base to stop Pirates from adding to their tally.The third dig for Strath included safe hits to Seymour, Shannon Patton and Spriggs with Amy Bailey hitting a two baser which combined with some great base running helped bring in six runs with Pirates making another two K2’s and an out at first. Strath held Pirates scoreless again in their turn at bat with an out at first and K2’s to new pitcher Bailey to Crawford.Another two base hit to Bailey and a three bagger to Sims put them in scoring positions and both came home to add two runs to the score before Pirates could make another two outs at first and an out at second base to end the innings. Pirates came back in looking to make some runs but were unable to with Strath’s pitcher Bailey doing her job gaining two K2’s before time and game were called with Strathalbyn taking the points with 10 runs to Pirates 3.

Great Southern Bowls Association - Women’s Pennant Division 1Round 9 resultsYankalilla 69 defeated Encounter Bay 56Willunga 71 defeated Port Elliot 52Goolwa 77 defeated Victor Harbor White 48Victor Harbor Blue 62 defeated McLaren Vale 57Ladder (after round 9)Goolwa 84, Victor Harbor Blue 80, Yankalilla 60, Port Elliot 56, Willunga 49, McLaren Vale 42, Victor Harbor White 36, Encounter Bay 25.Round 10 fixtures (11/1/24 - home team named first)Port Elliot v GoolwaMcLaren Vale v Encounter Bay Victor Harbor Blue v Victor Harbor WhiteWillunga v Yankalilla

All round nine games were washed out yesterday. The final round before the Christmas break takes place on Saturday the 16th of December. Ladder (after round 10)Lobethal 34, Langhorne Creek 32, Strathalbyn 26, Macclesfield 22, Nairne 22, Woodside 12, Hahndorf 6, Bremer Callington 6.Round 11 fixtures (home teams named first)  Hahndorf v WoodsideBremer Callington v LobethalNairne v MacclesfieldStrathalbyn v Langhorne Creek

Great Southern Tennis AssociationRound 9 resultsThere were no matches played in round nine due to the inclement weather. The last round of matches before Christmas will be played on Saturday the 16th of December. Ladder (after round 9)Inman Valley 48, Port Elliot 40, Myponga Sellicks 36, Goolwa 26, Back Valley 25, Victor Harbor 17.Round 10 fixtures (16/12/23)Inman Valley v Goolwa Victor Harbor v Back ValleyPort Elliot v Myponga Sellicks

Four of the five games in round six of the Great Southern Cricket Association (GSCA) were washed out yesterday with the teams sharing the points. McLaren Districts moved up to fifth spot on the ladder after completing a nine-wicket victory last Saturday against Victor Harbor. Ladder (after round 6)Port Elliot 33, Willunga 31, Encounter Bay 30, Noarlunga 21, McLaren Districts 18, Mt Compass 18, Yankalilla 15, Goolwa 9, Myponga-Sellicks 9, Victor Harbor 0.Round 7 fixtures (one-day games)McLaren Districts v NoarlungaYankalilla v Goolwa Port Elliot v Encounter BayMyponga-Sellicks v Mt CompassVictor Harbor v Willunga

All round nine games were washed out yesterday. The final round before the Christmas break takes place on Saturday the 16th of December.Ladder (after round 9)Kangarilla 39, Scott Creek Ironbank 39, Aldgate 33, Stirling 27, Mt Lofty 27, Mylor 21, Bridgewater 15, Meadows 15.Round 10 fixtures (home teams named first)Mt Lofty v AldgateBridgewater v KangarillaMylor v Scott Creek IronbankMeadows v Stirling

Hills Softball Association ‘A’ Grade Women (Strathalbyn v Hills Heat Masters)Strathalbyn were up to bat but Masters short stop Kerry Wilkinson got the first batter out with Strath then following up with a two baser to Bianca Pash before a K2 to Masters pitcher/catcher combo of Kel O’Brien to Sharon Perkins and runners interference sent them from the diamond scoreless. Masters had safe hits to Michelle Davis, Perkins and Lauren Christensen which brought Davis home with Strath making a tag out at first by Peyton Daniels, another out at first and a relay tag out at home by centre fielder Emily Eglitis to short stop Kim Cutting to catcher Pash to hold them to one run.The second turn at bat for Strath was three up three down with Masters second baser Lisa Wilson making an out at first and taking a catch and pitcher O’Brien also taking a catch to end the innings. It was the same three up three down for Masters in their second dig with Strath’s pitcher Tess Norris working well with Pash for two K2’s and Daniels taking a catch at first holding them scoreless.Strath started to get some results with the bat in the third with a safe hit to Cutting and a home run to Daniels bringing them both home to get Strath on the board with two runs and Masters making all three outs at first. Strath were working hard in the field with two outs at first and a line drive catch to Norris which held Masters scoreless again.The fourth dig for Strath had a safe hit to Kathryn “Buttsy” Milne and she was brought home by a great hit to the outfield by Ashlee Peterson with Masters making another two outs at first and right fielder Jane Wreghitt taking a catch to end the innings. Three up three down again for Masters with Strath’s third baser Kathy Pash making an out at first base and both Milne and Daniels taking catches.Strath got the bat working well in the fifth with multiple safe hits and three basers to Cutting and Daniels which all helped to bring in nine runs with Masters catcher Perkins, second baser Wilson and left fielder Kylie Barrington all taking catches. Strath needed to stay tight in the field to protect their lead and they did, allowing only one run in before another catch to Milne, a catch to Cutting and an out at first ended the innings and the game. Strath came out on top with 12 runs to 2.

Onkaparinga Tennis AssociationRound 9 resultsThere were no matches played in round nine due to the inclement weather. The last round of matches before Christmas will be played on Saturday the 16th of December.Ladder (after round 9)Macclesfield Red 107, Macclesfield Black 83, John Wesley 82, Strathalbyn 42, Woodchester 35, Kangarilla 35.Round 10 fixtures (16/12/23)Woodchester v StrathalbynKangarilla v Macclesfield RedJohn Wesley v Macclesfield Black

Great Southern Bowls Association - Women’s Pennant Division 1Round 8 resultsVictor Harbor White 70 defeated McLaren Vale 59Victor Harbor Blue 63 defeated Willunga 54Goolwa 79 defeated Encounter Bay 51Yankalilla 63 defeated Port Elliot 53Ladder (after round 8)Goolwa 76, Victor Harbor Blue 70, Port Elliot 54, Yankalilla 50, McLaren Vale 40, Willunga 39, Victor Harbor White 32, Encounter Bay 23.Round 9 fixtures (home team named first)Yankalilla v Encounter Bay Port Elliot v WillungaGoolwa v Victor Harbor WhiteVictor Harbor Blue v McLaren Vale

Meadows won their second game of the season after knocking top-of-the-ladder Aldgate off their perch during round eight action in the Hills Cricket Association (HCA) at Meadows on Saturday. The game was reduced to a 35-over per side contest with Aldgate batting first and the Gaters got off to a solid start with Josh Callaghan (31) and Mitch Thomas (19) adding 50 runs for the first wicket. After this good start, the wheels fell off as the visitors lost regular wickets to slip to a precarious 7/93. Luke Smet (26) and James Anthony (18) helped lift their side to a total of 125 before being bowled out in the final over. Zack Robertson (3/13) and Callan Blackwell (2/24) were the multiple wicket takers for Meadows. Luke Tonkin and Rohan Reid put paid to any chance of victory for Aldgate as they put on a 100-run stand for the first wicket before Tonkin departed for 30 (58 balls). Reid went on to top score with 81 off 63 balls (14 x 4’s, 1 x 6) as the Bulldogs knocked off the target with eight wickets and more than 10 overs to spare. Jack Woollard (1/28) and Mitch Wise (1/35) were the wicket takers for Aldgate.Kangarilla won their fifth game in a row and have moved to the top of the HCA ladder after a comfortable six-wicket win at home against Stirling. Stirling, with seven changes from the previous week, batted first and struggled their way to 9/130 from their 45 overs. Connor McFadyen top scored for the Eagles with 41 (75 balls), while Wil Scherer made 24 (62 balls). Che Martinsen (3/31) and Ben Evans (3/32) were the leading wicket takers for Kangarilla. Kangarilla started steadily in the run chase with Steve Featherstone (25) and Joel Stidston (11) putting on 45 for the first wicket. Skipper Lachlan Knight (35 not out) and Michael White (31) saw their side to victory with 31 balls to spare. Sam Johnson (2/23) McFadyen (1/27) and Scherer (1/11) were the wicket takers for Stirling. Mylor won their third game in four weeks after a six-wicket win against Mount Lofty at Cherry Gardens. The game was reduced to 35 overs per side with the Redcaps batting first. Mount Lofty had plenty of batsmen get starts including Josh Mitchell (22), Jordan Neis-Beer (22), Tim Noble (20 not out) and Nick Justice (19), but none of them went on to post a big score as the Redcaps were bowled out in the 33rd over for 134. Oliver Barnes was the leading wicket taker for Mylor with figures of 3/26 (6.3) and he was well supported by skipper Michael Warburton (2/15) and Tom Plant (2/23). The Pipers were relatively untroubled in the run chase with the key partnership coming between Tom Plant and Shane Maslin. This pair added 80 runs for the third wicket with Plant making 46 (96 balls), while Maslin finished with 43 not out (48 balls) with the winning runs coming up with 21 balls to spare. Josh Healey (2/9) and Mitchell (2/27) were the leading wicket takers for Mount Lofty. Scott Creek Ironbank (SCIB) won their sixth game of the season with a hard-fought three-wicket win at Bridgewater against the Raiders. The game was also reduced to 35 overs with Bridgewater batting first. The Raiders were soon in big trouble as they slumped to 6/28 with SCIB opening bowler Ben McGowan winding back the clock as he snared 5/18 from his seven-over spell. Jarrad Tait (29 not out) and skipper Justin Summerill (22) added 46 runs for the seventh wicket, while Brent Sutcliffe (23 not out) and Anthony Jennings (20) helped the tail wag to lift the total to 9/122. Scott Creek Ironbank were also in trouble early in the run chase at 4/33 before veteran Andy Adams and Jarrod Thompson came together to put on 73 runs for the fifth wicket. Adams went on to top score with 56 (7 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s), while Thompson made 28 not out (1 x 6, 1 x 4) as the winning runs came up with 12 balls to spare. Jennings (2/4), Peter Atkins (2/21) and Summerill (2/30) were the leading wicket takers for Bridgewater. Ladder (after round 8)Kangarilla 36, Scott Creek Ironbank 36, Aldgate 30, Stirling 24, Mt Lofty 24, Mylor 18, Bridgewater 12, Meadows 12.Round 9 fixtures (home teams named first)Mylor v BridgewaterScott Creek Ironbank v MeadowsKangarilla v Mt LoftyAldgate v Stirling

Hills Softball Association ‘A’ Grade Women (Strathalbyn v Redsox)Redsox were up to bat first and they gained a couple of walks and a two baser to Marisha Branson which brought in two runs with Strath’s pitcher Peyton Daniels making an out at first, short stop Tash Mayes fielding and throwing to home for the out and second baser Ashlee Peterson also making an out at first. Strath also gained some walks in their first turn at bat and had one safe hit to Kathy Pash to bring in two runs with Redsox making two outs at first and a catch taken at short stop by Branson.The second dig for Redsox produced safe hits to Jackie Megson, Chloe Zakelj, Claire Mohan-Ram and a two baser to Kylie Gray which helped bring in a further six runs with Strath’s pitcher/catcher Daniels to Bianca Pash working hard for a K2, combining again for an out at home and a catch taken by Tess Norris now at second. Some good hits to B. Pash, Emily Eglitis, K. Pash and Mayes combined with great base running by Strath added four runs to their score with Redsox again making two outs at first and a fielder’s choice out at third.Safe hits to Redsox Megson, Cherie Bamford and Steph Hull in the third but they could only add one run to their tally with Strath making another K2, a tag at third by K. Pash and a tag at second by Norris. Strath gained one run to Peterson who made her way around the bases and stole home before Redsox Branson made another two outs at first and right fielder Suvali Sharma took a catch.The fourth dig for Redsox had safe hits to Gray and Lara Tamke but they were left stranded on base with Strath’s left fielder Rebecca Sims taking a catch, an out made at third by Mayes throwing to K. Pash and the final out a catch taken at right field by Peterson holding them scoreless. Strath needed to make runs to take the game and with some great base running and a hit to the outfield by B. Pash they brought in three runs to get past Redsox so time and game were called with Strath coming out on top with the final score, Strathalbyn 10 to Redsox 9.Hills Softball Association ‘C’ Grade Women (Strathalbyn v Hahndorf)Hahndorf were up to bat first but Strath’s third baser Amber Crawford took a catch, first baser Laura Sneath made a tag and pitcher Rebecca Sims fielded and threw to first for the third out holding Hahndorf scoreless with three up three down. Strath had hits to Annabel McGregor, Sneath and a three baser to Crawford to bring in three runs with Hahndorf making an out at second and two K2’s to pitcher/catcher combo of Celeste Paul to Emma Faber-Paul.The second dig for Hahndorf gained them one run with hits to Kerry Lawson and Paul with Strath making an out at first, an out at second and Crawford now catching taking a catch to end the innings. Strath had safe hits to Crawford, Sims and Sneath in the second but they could only bring one runner home with Hahndorf making an out at first, Paul taking a catch and pitching another K2.Hahndorf hit their batting stride in the third with safe hits to Rachel Crawford, Tammy Craig, Lawson and Paul which combined with great base running brought in eight runs with Strath working hard in the field with a K2 to new pitcher Monica Spriggs, a pick off at third by Crawford to Sims and a catch taken at second by Tallera Spinks. Strath could only add one run to their tally in the third but had safe hits to Nicole Filsell, McGregor and Crawford with Hahndorf’s third baser Kerryn Liebelt taking a catch, an out at first and another catch to Paul ending the innings and the game with Hahndorf coming out on top 9 runs to Strathalbyn 5.

Onkaparinga Tennis AssociationRound 8 resultsMacclesfield Black 10-10-72 defeated Strathalbyn 2-2-30Macclesfield Red 9-9-72 defeated Woodchester 3-3-41John Wesley 9-9-73 defeated Kangarilla 3-3-35Ladder (after round 8)Macclesfield Red 107, Macclesfield Black 83, John Wesley 82, Strathalbyn 42, Woodchester 35, Kangarilla 35.Round 9 fixtures (9/12/23)Strathalbyn v Macclesfield RedWoodchester v John WesleyMacclesfield Black v Kangarilla

Nairne won their fifth game of the season following a tight 10-run win against Strathalbyn during round nine action in the Alexandra & Eastern Hills Cricket Association (AEHCA) at Strathalbyn yesterday. After being sent into bat, Nairne were in early trouble at 4/47 before skipper Robert Crook joined Sturt Cricket Club regular Corey Kelly (22) to resurrect the innings. Crook went on to top score with 57 from 84 balls (4 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s) as the Razorbacks were eventually bowled out in the 43rd over for 160. Nick Evenden (4/50), Brayden Gaiter (3/18) and Tyson Roberts (2/27) were the leading wicket takers for the Stallions. The Strathalbyn run chase was underpinned by a fighting innings from Nathan Pelle who opened the batting and was still there when the ninth wicket fell with 56 runs still needed for victory. Brayden Gaiter (15 not out) joined Pelle as the target was whittled down until 14 runs were needed off the final over to be bowled by Shane Kenney (3/17). Unfortunately for ‘Strath’, Pelle was run out for 73 (133 balls) with two balls left in the game. Nick Williams (2/22) was the other multiple wicket taker for Nairne. Lobethal consolidated top spot on the ladder with a comfortable 71-run win at home against Hahndorf. The Tigers batted first with Sam Graeber (36) the only top order batsman to reach 20 runs. At 7/118, a score of under 150 looked a possibility. Sam Martin and Lachie Bates had other ideas as they came together to put on 70 runs for the eighth wicket before Martin went for 30 (26 balls). Bates continued on to top score with 48 from 54 balls (4 x 4’s, 1 x 6) as Lobethal posted 201 from their 45 overs. Ryan Trafford-Walker (3/40), Hudson Judd (3/65) and William Pearce (2/16) were the leading wicket takers for the Magpies. Hahndorf got off to a good start with Dan Jenner (26) and Henry Baker (21) adding 51 for the first wicket. Three wickets in two overs put paid to the Magpies’ good start with Lachlan Huxtable (41 from 55 balls) and Dean Gore (20 from 28) battling away as the Magpies were bowled out for 130. Six Lobethal bowlers took wickets including Lachlan Elsworthy (2/10), Riley Harten (2/11), Matt Martin (2/13) and Mitch Weeks (2/21). Macclesfield maintained their spot in the top-four with a 79-run win against Bremer-Callington at ‘Maccy’. The game was reduced to 28-overs per side due to the inclement weather as the Redbacks won the toss and elected to bat first. They didn’t waste any time as they smashed their way to 3/215. David Schulze top scored with 94 not out (9 x 4’s, 2 x 6’s) and he was well supported by Lachlan Barrett (54), Connor Moore (22) and Tom Filsell (19). The Cobras were up against it from the start in the run chase as they finished their 28 overs on 6/136. Graydon Brand continued his good form making 59 for the Cobras. Barrett (2/17) and Josh Lewis-Burns (2/36) were the main wicket takers for the Redbacks. The game between Woodside and Langhorne Creek was unfortunately abandoned without a ball being bowled due to rain. Ladder (after round 9)Lobethal 32, Langhorne Creek 30, Strathalbyn 24, Macclesfield 20, Nairne 20, Woodside 10, Hahndorf 4, Bremer Callington 4.Round 10 fixtures (home teams named first)  Hahndorf v Bremer CallingtonNairne v Langhorne CreekStrathalbyn v LobethalWoodside v Macclesfield

Great Southern Bowls Association - Open Pennant Division 1Round 8 resultsStrathalbyn 60 defeated Willunga 44Goolwa 70 defeated Victor Harbor Blue 46Victor Harbor Blue 66 defeated Clarendon 46Encounter Bay 65 defeated McLaren Vale 49Yankalilla 86 defeated Port Elliot 39Ladder (after round 8)McLaren Vale 67, Strathalbyn 66, Yankalilla 62, Encounter Bay 60, Victor Harbor Blue 53, Goolwa 50, Port Elliot 47, Victor Harbor White 36, Clarendon 22, Willunga 17.Round 9 fixtures (home team named first)McLaren Vale v GoolwaPort Elliot v Encounter BayStrathalbyn v Victor Harbor BlueVictor Harbor White v WillungaClarendon v Yankalilla

McLaren Districts are well on their way to an outright victory after dominating the first day of their clash with Victor Harbor during round six action in the Great Southern Cricket Association (GSCA) at McLaren Flat yesterday. Victor Harbor batted first and were bowled out for just 63 with Sean Medlen top scoring with 16 (37 balls). All six McLaren Districts bowlers took wickets with Jacob Banks (3/13), Stephen Nairn (2/0) and Keith Schofield (2/18) leading the way. The Crushers wasted no time knocking off the runs in just 20 overs before declaring at 1/94, a lead of 31 runs. Daniel Bruce (45 not out), Jim Ryan (27 not out) and Zac Hodges (21) were the batsmen used by the home side. With 11 overs left in the day, the Vipers came out for their second innings, finishing on 2/10 at stumps, still trailing by 21. Jett Holberton (2/10) took both wickets for McLaren Districts.Goolwa are in a good position to win their second game in row after posting a competitive total of 217 on day one of their clash at home against Mt Compass. Josh Jones (29), Jack Ward (26), Sam Carlyle (21) and Vic Robertson (20) all made solid contributions for the Magpies. The star of the day for Goolwa however was the in-form Andy Evans. Coming off an undefeated century in the previous game, Evans top scored with 62. His knock included five boundaries and a six. Mt Compass skipper Aaron Dalitz toiled hard to take 4/43 (14.5), while Bailey Baldock snared 3/52 (15).Top-of-the-table Port Elliot hosted Yankalilla and the game is evenly poised at stumps on day one after ‘Yank’ bowled Port Elliot out for 154 in the 62nd over. Yankalilla will resume day two on 1/10. Tyson Levy (32), Joel Harris (23) and Ethan Spriggs (22) were the leading run scorers for Port Elliot as the Yankalilla bowlers kept it tight throughout. Scott Wilson (3/29), James Kerin (2/18), Luke Bartlett (2/28) and Joe Tyllis (2/53) were the multiple wicket takers for the Tigers. It was a good day for the bowlers at Encounter Bay with 14 wickets falling on day one of the clash between the Bays and Myponga-Sellicks. The Mudlarks batted first and were dismissed for 98 in the 44th over. Michael Tomlinson (20), Sean Haverty (18) and Ryan Haverty (17) were the only batsmen to pass 15 runs. Five Encounter Bay bowlers took wickets with Luke Crichton the standout with 5/23 from 12.1 overs. It was Crichton’s maiden five-wicket haul for Encounter Bay in his first season for the club. Encounter Bay had 26 overs to bat before stumps and Myponga-Sellicks battled their way back into the contest to have the home side on 4/45 when stumps were drawn. Cam Lintern (11 not out) and Blake Bailey (2 not out) will be at the crease when the contest resumes on Saturday. Vinnie Nizzola (2/16) and Ryan Haverty (2/19) were the wicket takers for the Mudlarks. In a top-four clash at Old Noarlunga, the Shoes hosted Willunga with the home side batting first and putting up a competitive total of 210 before being bowled out off the last ball of the day. Matthew Spaan (21) and the in-form Travis Bronstein (41) started well with an opening stand worth 52 runs. Simon Roberts was brought into the attack for the Demons with the move paying dividends as Roberts took three quick wickets to see Noarlunga under pressure at 3/71. Jason Scarff joined Cam Bullard in a key partnership worth 73 runs as the Shoes reached 3/144 with 20 overs left in the day. Scarff was run out for 25, while Cam Bullard continued on to top score with 88 (6 x 4’s, 3 x 6’s). As is often the case, Roberts was the star for Willunga with the excellent figures of 7/59 from a marathon 28 consecutive overs.