Hadspen cricket – back to back GF wins

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Hadspen Cricket – celebration postponed!

By David Claridge

THE TROPHY cabinet at Hadspen Cricket Club has gained some new editions after a clean sweep of this year’s top two leagues. Both Premier League and A-Reserve recorded grand final victories over Longford. Club president Corey Martin said he is stoked that both teams were able to go back-to-back. ‘The Premier League grand final was one of the best games of cricket most people would have seen. It ebbed and flowed, we had it, Longford had it and fortunately we were able to be on the right ebb at the right time. To win by one wicket adds that extra bit of theatre to it,’ he said. ‘Overall, we’ve had a brilliant season. To be a part of an event for the Bush Fire Appeal with three other clubs from Meander Valley and raise $20,000 and to cap it off with on-field success makes it even more special.’ Hadspen B-Grade also made their grand final but lost to Perth, while Hadspen C-Grade made finals. ‘All four men’s teams to make finals and we’re the only club to have two women’s teams, the club is in a strong position,’ Martin said.

‘The amount of progress the women have made after only just getting into the sport has been a highlight.’ Due to the new social distancing measures, they were unable to have their end of season celebrations. ‘We are looking into ways of acknowledging our players’ achievements in due course,’ said Corey.