Weekend wrap — 7 March 2026

Men’s First Grade: First Innings Triumph For The Bears At Lark Hill

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Bayswater-Morley won on first innings

Bayswater-Morley 293 (86.1 ov) · Rockingham-Mandurah 112 (32.5 ov)

Our Men’s First Grade recorded a comprehensive first-innings victory over Rockingham-Mandurah at Lark Hill Sporting Complex. Batting first in Round 15, the Bears posted a commanding 293 from 86.1 overs. Lane Berry was in sensational form, smashing 92 from just 78 balls, while Jake Collingwood provided excellent support with a crucial 65. Our bowlers then dismantled the opposition’s lineup, dismissing them for 112 in 32.5 overs. Jonty Wilde spearheaded the attack with a brilliant spell of 4/29 from 12 overs, while Angus Tyers and Lachlan Pratt picked up two wickets apiece. It was a superb all-round performance from the boys, securing a thoroughly deserved victory on the road.

Best players: Lane Berry (92 (78)), Jonty Wilde (4 (20), 4/29 (12 ov)), Jake Collingwood (65 (129))

Lane Berry — 92 (78)

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Men’s Second Grade: Spectacular Outright Victory Sealed at Hillcrest Park

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Bayswater-Morley won outright

Rockingham-Mandurah 105 (41.1 ov) · Bayswater-Morley 8/244 dec (39.4 ov) · Rockingham-Mandurah 114 (40.2 ov)

Our Second Grade side secured a fantastic outright victory against Rockingham-Mandurah at Hillcrest Park. Bowling first, the Bears dismissed the visitors for just 105, with Jack Wasley (3/15) and Lachie Dique (3/16) leading the way. Our batters then dominated, declaring at 8/244. Nicholas Merrin was the star, smashing a brilliant 106 off just 76 balls, while Tim Smithies contributed 48. In the second innings, Louis Clayton turned on the magic, taking a sensational 5/12, while Kyle Wiggers claimed 3/19 to roll the visitors for 114. This complete team performance wrapped up a dominant outright win to make the club proud.

Best players: Louis Clayton (24 (29), 5/12 (7 ov)) , Kyle Wiggers (16 (21), 3/19 (8 ov) & 2/33 (14 ov)), Nicholas Merrin (106 (76))

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Men’s Third Grade: Strong Batting and Gritty Bowling Highlight Lark Hill Clash

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Final

Bayswater-Morley 6/311 dec (73 ov) · Rockingham-Mandurah 8/239 (85 ov)

The Men’s Third Grade put on a fantastic display at Lark Hill Sporting Complex in Round 15. Batting first, the Bears amassed an impressive 6/311 before declaring. Thomas Cross led the charge with a superb 76, well supported by Harrison Barnard’s classy 67, Rhys DeCelis (47), and Mitchell Glover (35*). In response, Rockingham-Mandurah fought hard, anchored by an unbeaten century from Brendon Diamanti (103*). Our bowlers threw everything at them over 85 tough overs, with Jacob Wilkie leading the attack beautifully to claim 3/35. Ashton Taylor also bowled tightly for his 2/25, while Cross capped off a brilliant all-round match with 1/24. It was a gritty, high-quality contest that showed the great spirit of our Thirds.

Best players: Thomas Cross (76 (119), 1/24 (6 ov)), Jacob Wilkie (1 (8), 3/35 (15 ov)), Harrison Barnard (67 (105), 0/11 (4 ov))

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Men’s Fourth Grade: Attwood and Pitchers Fight Hard at Hillcrest Park

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Rockingham-Mandurah won on first innings

Rockingham-Mandurah 6/272 dec (73 ov) · Bayswater-Morley 152 (48.5 ov) · Rockingham-Mandurah 2/34 (8.1 ov)

Our Men’s Fourth Grade put in a spirited performance at Hillcrest Park in Round 15, despite Rockingham-Mandurah claiming a first-innings victory. Bowling first, the Bears worked hard as the visitors declared on 6/272. Ronan Overton led the attack with 2/55, while Paul Pitchers bowled beautifully across both innings, claiming 1/47 and 2/9. In reply, William Attwood starred with the bat, playing a superb, aggressive knock of 55 from just 59 deliveries. Cooper Hanrahan (18) and Kaiden Edmonds (14) also showed great determination at the crease before we were bowled out for 152. Rockingham-Mandurah finished their second innings at 2/34, with Pitchers picking up another two wickets. While the result didn’t go our way, the fight shown by our players gives us plenty of positives.

Best players: Paul Pitchers (0 (1), 2/9 (4.1 ov) & 1/47 (13 ov)), William Attwood (55 (59)), Ronan Overton (0* (12), 2/55 (13 ov) & 0/3 (1 ov))

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Ted Hussey Shield (Male Under 17s): Bears Fight Hard in Lark Hill Clash

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Rockingham-Mandurah won on first innings

Bayswater-Morley 156 (49.4 ov) · Rockingham-Mandurah 5/293 (50 ov)

Our Under 17s put in a spirited performance against Rockingham-Mandurah at Lark Hill Sporting Complex in Round 12. Batting first, the Bears posted a fighting total of 156, thanks to a balanced team effort. James Nairn, Cole Bradley, and Melan Kalpage all top-scored with gritty knocks of 27, while Yusuf Mohideen contributed a patient 20. With the ball, the boys fought hard against a strong batting lineup. Cole Bradley capped off an excellent all-round match by claiming 2/8, while James Nairn bowled beautifully to take 1/9 from his five overs. Ashton Taylor also chipped in with a wicket. While the hosts secured the first-innings win, our boys showed plenty of character and fight throughout the match.

Best players: Cole Bradley (27 (47), 2/8 (1 ov)), James Nairn (27 (68), 1/9 (5 ov)), Melan Kalpage (27 (31), 0/25 (3 ov))

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Tony Mann Shield (Male Under 15s): Superb Batting Displays Deliver Brilliant Victory at Hillcrest

v Rockingham-Mandurah — Bayswater-Morley won on first innings

Rockingham-Mandurah 4/206 (50 ov) · Bayswater-Morley 5/234 (50 ov)

Our Tony Mann Shield lads secured a fantastic first-innings victory against Rockingham-Mandurah in Round 12 at Hillcrest Park. Rockingham-Mandurah posted a competitive 4/206 from their 50 overs, featuring strong knocks from Lucius Hysen (60*) and Taj Franklin-hicks (57). Harry Howes (1/32), Rudraksh Patel (1/34), and Mikael Ariff (1/37) fought hard with the ball to keep the target within reach. In reply, our batters showed incredible composure. Maxwell Hart led the charge with a magnificent 79 from 122 balls, while Mikael Ariff capped off a brilliant all-round game with a rapid 70 off 76 deliveries. Louis Phelps anchored the innings with a crucial 31, and Suryaansh Singh Chauhan added a quick 19 as Bayswater-Morley reached 5/234 to claim a superb victory.

Best players: Mikael Ariff (70 (76), 1/37 (9 ov)), Maxwell Hart (79 (122)), Louis Phelps (31 (72))

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