Around the grounds in Melton and Moorabool

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GDCA

Bacchus Marsh has moved back into the Gisborne and District Cricket Association McIntyre Cup top two. On Saturday, the Bulls had a hard fought win against Romsey. The Bulls made 8-152 from their overs with Thomas Wardell top scoring with 35 not out. Romsey was bowled out for 142 with three balls remaining. With Gisborne losing to Sunbury United, the Bulls moved back to second. The Sunbury Kangaroos, Diggers Rest Bulla and Wallan were the other winners.

VTCA

Ladder leaders Sydenham-Hillside suffered an upset loss to Keilor Park on Saturday in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association division 2 competition. The Devils made 8-133 from their overs, before bowling the Storm out for 118. The Storm remain at the top of the table. In division 4, Melton Centrals and Caroline Springs both suffered losses, while Melton South Royals had a big win in division 5.

NAB League

The Western Jets made it four wins in a row, beating Geelong Falcons on Saturday in the NAB League Girls competition. After an even first quarter, the Jets opened the game up in the second quarter with four goals. The Jets continued to pepper the goals in the second half and were able to extend the margin, despite inaccurate goalkicking. The Jets won 7.13 (55)-2.5 (17). Caitlin Sargent kicked three goals. The Jets sit third after six rounds.

Bowls

It was a mixed weekend for Bacchus Marsh in Bowls Victoria weekend pennant division 1, section 1 on Saturday. On Saturday, it had a solid had a solid performance against Glenroy. Despite winning just one rink, but it was enough to get the overall win, 76 (13)-69 (5). Phil Minniti was the winning skip for Bacchus Marsh, with Matthew Bacon’s rink having a draw. On Sunday, Bacchus Marsh lost to Essendon 93 (15)-62 (3).