A quick wrap of the sport in the region from across the weekend.
VTCA
It was final round mayhem in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association with rain meaning many games didn’t get underway. All games in division 2 were declared draws, which ensured Sydenham-Hillside secured the minor premiership. In division 4, Caroline Springs was 0-41 against Moonee Valley when that game was called off. The Falcons finished in third. Melton Centrals’ match against Gellibrand was a draw. Centrals finished bottom.
VSDCA
Melton ended the Victorian Sub-District Cricket Association south-west season without a win. Facing Werribee on Saturday in the final round, the Lions were bowled out for 119. Jason Hibbert top scored with 40. Werribee wasted no time getting the runs, finishing 1-120 in the 21st over. The Lions finished the season bottom with just points.
Ballarat CA
Darley will have to wait until finals to test itself against ladder leaders Wendouree in the Ballarat Cricket Association. The match like all others in the first division, were declared draws after being washed out. While both teams were already guaranteed a top two spot, Saturday’s match would have provided a good hit out in the lead up to finals. The Lions face Ballarat-Redan in the final round on Saturday.
Australia Cup
Melton Phoenix is through to the fourth round of the Australia Cup after thrilling penalty shoot out against Craigieburn City. The two teams were locked at 0-0 at the end of regular time and the scoreline was the same after extra time, forcing a penalty shootout. Both teams would miss their fourth penalty shot, with the shootout going to sudden death. Craigieburn would then hit the cross bar on their eighth shot. Riley Griffiths was able to hit the back of the net to give Phoenix the win. Caroline Springs George Cross lost to Essendon Royals 2-0.
