ROUND 6 SELECTION

The last round before Christmas has the Snowdogs desperate to finish off 2011 in the right fashion. After a week of soul searching and hard work on the track we are sure to see some big performances in the next fortnight. A big congratulations to Nick Serrano on his 100th game for the club. Nick has played in 4 premiership along his journey too 100, including being vice captain to Mick Thom in the 2008/09 2nd XI premiership. Nick is a great clubman and much loved by all at the club, with a great cricket mind and tight technique we wish him all the best in his big milestone game.

1st XI @ Spotswood - C.Osborne (C), S.Cave, J.Mills, J.Lowe, T.Kassis, N.Linton, G.McIntyre, L.Davis, S.Driscoll, G.McMahon, I.Jurcic Meet at 11.45am

2nd XI v Spotswood - M.Thom (c) K.O'Connell, D.O'Connell, J.Davey, A.Jordan, T.Chrystie, J.Riley, N.Serrano, B.Cooper, J.Dunnel, A.Turner. Meet at St Bernard's at 11.45am

3rd Xi @ Royal Park/Brunswick - J.Bourke (C), J.Cowan, S.Hefter, J.Clure, Josh Dunnel, J.Browne, M.Bergin, M.Jaggard, T.Isaacs, T.Carrick, Sullivan. Meet 12:30

4th XI v St.Albans - J.Jordan (c), G.Cook, P.Conlan, G.Craig, P.Comerford, P.Maloney, J.Jones, M.Castles, R.Bennett, R.Rodgers, M.Cooper. Meet 12:30.
 
Presidents shout for super sippers sounds like a good idea- lets get four wins and bounce back as a club

BERNARD'S BITS - EDITION 1

Hi. My name is Bernard. You may not have seen me before but I can assure you that I’ve seen you. I live in the Snakepit.  But, I like to keep a low profile.

Skulking around in the creek or hiding behind a tree up on the hill. Sometimes when it rains I take refuge in Tige’s office up in the school. Either way, I’m always taking in the events of St Bernards OCCC. I watch from behind the nets at training, eavesdrop on post game discussions and occasionally sneak into the opposition changerooms to relieve myself on their kit bags. I’m a proud and passionate Snowdog. My veins pump with blue and gold blood.

I’m intensely private but the web team have coaxed me out to share a few views and opinions. I’m going to start with sharing a few things I’ve learnt so far in season 2011/12:

▪ Julian Assange look-a-like Jordan Mills is becoming a handy opening batsman.

▪ Thomas Christie needs to work on his driving. Car driving that is. Admittedly it was wet but Snowdogs are expected to perform in all conditions.

▪ Gary McIntyre is living proof that these days people are getting married later in life.

▪ Young Harry Jordan could become a star batsman for the club in 2026.

▪ Tristan Kassis is still having nightmares after being bounced out by Brendan Davey in the nets a month ago.

▪ G-Tram is still bald. 

This week shapes as a very important one for the club. It presents a big opportunity to grab a win before Christmas and then keep the “role” going in 2012.

Cheers,
Bernard.

1ST AND 2ND XI COLLAPSE WHILE 3RDS AND 4THS POWER ON

Round 5 was built as one of the most important rounds of the season for the Snowdogs, with only one more game before Christmas the final two rounds would of 2011 prove pivotal in consolidating top 4 positions.

The first XI played host to the side who last year bundled them out of their first Senior Division finals appearance in over two decades - Bentleigh. The visitors won the toss and chose to bat on the first Saturday of summer for the season - a cool one at that. The snowdogs were able to pick up wickets at regular intervals throughout the innings restricting the visitors to 7/129(cc) with the in-form Luke Davis continuing his recent string of wickets taking 4/19 off 11 and was well supported by Jordan Mills who took 2-25 off his 10. The chase got off to a good start with newly promoted opener and in-form Jordan Mills making 70 and Nick Linton 24 as the two combined for a 63 run partnership bringing the score to 3-102 needing only 28 to win. From then a complete and utter capitulation to be 9-122 with the final wicket being able to put on 7 runs to salvage a tie from what should have a been comfortable victory - a very disappointing result for the 1st XI who find them self 9th on the ladder instead of 6th.
The 2nd XI travelled out to Bentliegh via Stereosonic to soak in some last minute phat beatz before they took on last seasons Senior Seconds runners-up. Losing the toss and being asked to bowl was not the worst result for the dogs with overcast conditions and a green tinge to the wicket the barely pubescent opening pair of Riley and Turner were able to get the best of the conditions. Some tight early bowling by both of these meant Bentleigh were on the back foot almost from the first over, both bowlers having tidy one day figures with Riley (1-29 off 10) and Turner (1-13 off 7) picking up his first 2nd XI wicket with a ball that jagged back from outside off to take the top of middle. With the hard work done early it meant the dogs could attack the middle/lower order with the spin of Kevin & Pat O'Connell who were able to pick up 6 between them bowling the hosts out for 117. The run chase got off to a good start being 2-40 at drinks (both openers in the shed Jordan 5, and P.O'Connell 22) with a further 23 overs to get the remaining runs. Kevin O'Connell and James Davey were able to put on a little partnership before James was dismissed for 16 and Kev for 22 it was going to be tough for the dogs to claim victory. Tom Chrystie showed stiff resistance but it was not enough with the dogs falling 8 runs short of victory. Same old story for the 2nds with guys getting starts and not going on with it.
The undefeated 3rd XI played host to rivals Hoppers Crossing on oval two under the captaincy of Jason Bourke for the 2nd time this season. Hoppers won the toss and sent the snowdogs into bat - a decision they would late rue, after Jason Bourke put on a batting display to behold, smashing the quality Hoppers attack to all parts of the ground en route to his 2nd century in as many seasons in the 3rd XI - 107* in the impressive total of 5-173. Sean Hefter and Matt Bergin also chipping in with 22 & 14 respectively. Hoppers got off to a reasonable start in their chase with the score at 2-82 were looking comfortable before Jarrod Cowan claimed one of his 3 wickets to be the best of the bowlers in what turned out to be a comfortable 23 run win.
The 4th XI drew the short straw this season having to play away to Hoppers Crossing twice in the first 5 rounds. Batting first they were able to post a highly competitive target of 4/161 with Mark Casltes making 54, Ross Rodgers 32 and Captain John Jordan 43*. Pat Comerford starred for the snowdogs with the ball taking 3/13 off 7 putting Hoppers on the back foot from the word go. The dogs running out 36 run victors.

Big week of training awaits.

REVISED ROUND 5 SELECTION

With week one washed out and few players returning for the one dayer there have been a few changes made to the sides. The First XI welcome back Gary McIntyre fresh from his honeymoon after marrying the lovely Fiona. Good Luck to all teams, 1st and 3rd XI sides remember to bring afternoon. The 2nd XI will be meeting at St.Bernards at 11:15.

Teams for Round 5

1st XI v Bentleigh (Home) - C.Osborne (C), S.Cave, J.Mills, J.Lowe, T.Kassis, N.Linton, G.McIntyre, L.Davis, M,Thom, Jake Dunell, I.Jurcic Meet at 11.45am Afternoon Tea

2nd XI v Bentleigh (Away) - K.O'Connell (C), P.O'Connell, J.Davey, A.Jordan, T.Chrystie, J.Riley, T.Raffle, B.Cooper, S.Johansen, T.Isaacs, A.Turner. Meet at St Bernard's at 11.15am Sharp

3rd Xi v Hoppers Crossing (Home) - J.Bourke (C), L.Wade, J.Cowan, J.Clure, M.Bergin, S.Hefter, Josh Dunell, M.Jaggard, J.Browne, T.Carrick, R.Bennett. Meet at 12.30pm Afternoon Tea

4th XI v Hoppers Crossing (Away @ Westborne Grammar) - J.Jordan (C), G.Cook, P.Conlan, J.Jones, P.Maloney, P.Comerford, M.Castles, G.Craig, R.Rodgers, J.Sullivan, M.Webste

 

Lets get 4 wins!

SNOWDOGS SNEAK HARD FOUGHT T20 WIN

The Long awaited home 20/20 match was finally upon us. With many team members talking smack on facebook the day before some big results were expected. The Squad was picked and once again 20/20 specialist Tom Chrystie was overlooked, the team looked stronger than ever. Chris Spinella unfortunately lost the toss but the team was up and about and were bowling some very good areas. James Riley was fantastic with the ball taking two wickets in his first two over’s. J.Mills also was bowling sharp and the team was up and about in the field cutting off singles and creating run out opportunities. Then the skipper tossed Tristian “I probably should be dropped” Kassis the ball in what would turn out to be the entertainment of the night for a few spectators. With balls racing to the boundaries, caught and bowled opportunities going to ground and then a very uncoordinated run out opportunity all in his first over. Consequently the ball didn’t go back to Tristan and instead Craig “180” Osborne and Luke “well bowled” Davis ended bowling extremely tight and resulted in Rowdy getting some very well deserved wickets. Chris bought himself on to close the innings and after a good bowling performance the team were chasing 100 runs for victory.

This turned out to be the captain’s innings he hit 58* in an extremely impressive innings as his teammates were falling by the waist side. Many players went cheaply skying balls to mid off. Chris batted the whole twenty overs and directed the squad to making the runs with two balls to come. A very iceman like cover drive by James Riley turned out to be the winning runs. A very hard fought win and a good result for the undefeated Snowdogs.

The dogs are now 2-0 and sit 2nd on the ladder needing to beat Keilor Park to advance through the group stage of the tournament.

We look forward to some Saturday cricket this week!

-Thomas Chrystie

TEAMS FOR ROUND 5

Congrats to Mick Thom for his first game in the 1st XI this season after some solid performances leading the 2nd XI, Kevin O'Connell will be taking the reigns in his absense. Also congrats to Alex Turner for his first game in the 2nd XI after some strong performances in the 3rd XI- just desserts for his improvement over the off season. Home sides don't forget afternoon tea.

 

 

Teams for Round 5

1st XI v Bentleigh (Home) - C.Osborne (C), S.Cave, J.Mills, J.Lowe, T.Kassis, N.Linton, B.Cooper, L.Davis, M,Thom, Jake Dunell. Meet at 11.45am Afternoon Tea

2nd XI v Bentleigh (Away) - K.O'Connell (C), P.O'Connell, J.Davey, A.Jordan, T.Chrystie, J.Riley, T.Raffle, M.Bergin, S.Johansen, T.Isaacs, A.Turner. Meet at St Bernard's at 11.15am Sharp

3rd Xi v Hoppers Crossing (Home) - J.Bourke (C), L.Wade, J.Cowan, J.Clure, D.Hefter, S.Hefter, Josh Dunell, M.Jaggard, J.Browne, T.Carrick, R.Bennett. Meet at 12.30pm Afternoon Tea

4th XI v Hoppers Crossing (Away @ Westborne Grammar) - J.Jordan (C), G.Cook, P.Conlan, J.Jones, P.Maloney, P.Comerford, M.Castles, G.Craig, R.Rodgers, J.Sullivan, M.Webste

 

Good Luck Dogs - Be Great!

ROUND 4 ENDS WITH NO RESULTS

Well another week played (not played in this case) and another week marred by rain. We can forget the second week and concentrate on the good performances posted by the club in week 1 of round 4.
The club was greeted to sunny conditions at the beginning of round 4 with all 4 teams putting in some solid performances.  Club President Anthony Jordan recaptured his youth and led the way with an outstanding 114 in the 3rds, showing both the body and mind still have what it takes to perform.  He was well supported by junior representative Max Jaggard who posted another good performance with the bat making 37. Good batting and application saw the 3’s make a formidable 268. The clubs batting prowess was also on display in the 4’s making 229 in their game. Patty Moloney got the ball rolling opening his account with 41, backed up by the evergreen veteran John Jordan with 56 and partner in crime Phil Conlon with 47. Some good starts here with only John Jordan reaching the 50 milestone.  
The ones lost the toss (again…., cheers Oz) and were made to bowl to South Caulfield. Some brilliant bowling on display here with Gerard McMahon taking 3/26, Tristan Kassis 3/44 and Luke Davis 2/39. Excellent fielding (for the most part) and tight bowling saw South Caulfield post 180 on the board after been bundled out on the last ball of the day. (you guessed it, C.Osborne!) The two’s made the pilgrimage down to South Caulfield and were sent in to bat. Having just blitzed his VCE exams (we expect 99.90) Patrick O’Connell opened and offered stiff resistance with a well-made 31. He was ably supported by 5th cousin Kev O’Connell with a hard fought 26. Sadly for the two’s things didn’t get much better, with captain Mick Thom getting started but not going on with the job for 18. In the end the twos reached 119 and had their backs against the wall. Luckily the rain came.

With the washouts over the weekend the games only get bigger for the snowdogs heading into Christmas. Make sure we all get to training this week


-Jordan Mills

SNOWDOGS OPEN UP T20 WITH A WIN

St Bernard’s 5/130 
Lowe 38 
Mills 29

Altona North 8/119
L.Davis 3/22

A Overcast Tuesday night lead the snowdogs to Crofts Reserve in Altona North. The much anticipated fixture did not seam to affect the squad, as it was calm in the rooms prior to the first ball. As the last team member arrived at 5.20 Tommy wristy’s heart sank as he would not be required to field. Chris Spinella in turn won the toss and put us into bat. As Simon Cave continued to play and miss in the first over it was a sublime on drive which was smoked to the boundary by J-Lo which lifted the spirits of the side. The pair continued to work the run rate over and after five overs we were none for 31. Simon Cave was the first to go on 15 off 24 balls with a strike rate of 62.5 not ideal for the 20/20 format, but in saying that looked solid as an opening batsmen.

This Brought Nick Linton to the crease and he looked in good touch, Lowe was the next to go after a great innings of 38 off 31 balls with a strike rate of 122.6 Nick Linton then controversially played a reverse sweep for four. Which took him up to 15 a Brad Hadden like charge down the pitch saw Nick hit his Helmet with the bat and was given out caught behind, was a bit of a lol as he came complaining off the ground. 

Chris Spinella added a very quick 14, then came Tristan “picket fence” Kassis and Jordan Mills. As the name suggests Tristan was no danger of hitting the ball out of the ring with eight singles to his name, Mills was hitting the ball to the boundary at will, Tristan was looking good working the ball around the ring until he was controversy run out. That brought Ozzie to the crease and there was no messing around the running between the wickets improved immensely. Jordan ended his innings with 29 off 20 balls with a strike rate of 145. Ozzie was next to go in the last over and DOC and balls O’Connell and Anthony Jordan ended the innings with red ink. A good First innings total of 130 was posted and the team looked forward to spending 20 overs in the field. 

The new rock was handed to Tristan Kassis and he bowled a tight line but was slapped around the ground by shutty eyes hitty hard. Spaz thought long and hard who his next opener would be and a masterstroke had him handing the ball to ozzie, who bowled many a many darts and continued to trouble the batsmen. Both bowlers had two overs and Tristan had gone for 19 while ozzie went for 5, a super pick up from the son of Dragon slayer Daniel O’Connell had him launch the ball over the stumps and Lowe’s gloves did the rest with a fantastic run out to start the wicket tally. J.Mills and Roudy were next to bowl both shutting down the runs with Millsy’s 3 overs going for 8 and Roudy taking 3 for 22 of four overs with spaz taking some tough catches at mid off, Kassis was being heckled in the field but silenced the critics with a sharp run out, 

Ozzie came back on and finished his four overs for 1-12, then D.O’Connell bowled two overs 1-18 and James Riley 3 overs 1-19 a super effort from the young pups. Then Tristan Finished his four overs 0-41. A super start to the 20/20 fixture with St Bernard’s winning the game by 12 runs. We look forward to next weeks game on Murphy Oval against Sedddon.


-Thomas Chrystie

JORDO TONS UP AS 3'S PILE ON THE RUNS

Anthony Jordan led a very young 3's attack on Day 1 against East Keilor away. Having been sent into bat the 3rds managed to amass 268 runs on a great day for batting. Leading from the front was Anthony Jordan. Making his first snowdogs century since 1993, the club president amassed 114 opening the batting (and in front of his newly born Willow at her first match watching dad) was a delight for the young team to see. He batted for a majority of the innings, not only ensuring we made a great score but teaching the young brigade whilst he was out there. He was supported well by Wade (18) and year 9 Max Jaggard (37) who showed he has a great cricketing future! Good day by the boys and hopefully we can get the win next week and remain undefeated!


-Brendan Davey

ROUND 4 SELECTION

1st XI MEET 11:45 - OSBORNE(c), CAVE, COOPER, SPINELLA, JURCIC, LINTON, LOWE, MILLS, McMAHON, KASSIS, DAVIS.L (12th man O'CONNELL)

2nd XI MEET 11:45 - THOM(c), OCONNELL, OCONNELL, BOURKE, BERGIN, CARRICK, ISAACS, RILEY, DAVEY, CHRYSTIE, HEFTER

3rd XI MEET 12:30 - DAVEY (c), WADE, COWAN, CLURE, SULLIVAN, DUNNELL, TURNER, JAGGARD, BROWNE, BENNETT,

4th XI MEET 12:30 - JORDAN(c), COOKE, MALONEY, CONLIN, JONES, D.RILEY, COMERFORD, WEBSTER, WEBSTER, OCONNELL SNR

SATURDAY BRINGS 3 WINS

Tom Chrystie after his 59(57)  in the 2ndXI

IT was a successful round 3 for the Snowdogs with the 1st, 2nd and 3rd XI sides all recording strong victories.
The 1stXI travelled to the struggling Williamstown where a new look batting line-up managed to battle their way to the score of 176. St.Bernards newest Bert and Ernie live-in couple, Jordan Lowe and Jordan Mills were the best of the batsmen with 60 and 38 respectively. Williamstown came out firing in week two with some stiff top order resistance before Anthony Jordan changed the game with what is being described as the best catch the club has seen - setting off a collapse for the home side being all out for 142. Skipper Craig Osborne was the best of the bowlers with 5/32, well supported by Luke Davis with 3/38.
Mick Thom's pups hosted the Williamstown 2nd XI going into the match with one of the youngest sides seen in a higher XI for some time - an average of just 19! Bowling first after a rain delay the pups toiled hard all day with much reward, eventually bowling the visitors out for 111 early on day 2. James Riley was the pick of the bowlers with the incredible figures of 4/18 off 17 overs. The run chase got off to a shaky start losing 2/11 before Kev and Pat O'Connell steadies the ship putting a 69 run partnership to all but finish off Williamstown. Pat falling for 40 off 87, while Kev played a poor shot to be dismissed for 37 off 92. Captain Mick Thom continued his good form making a quick fire 50, while Dan O'Connell was again in the runs making 45 and 2nd gamer Tom Chrystie made 59 off 57, all large contributors in the score of 9-272 off 74 overs.
The Third XI had a dominant win at home against Flemington, batting first they made 9/231(cc) after another Travis Carrick onslaught, falling 9 runs short of his 4th century, making 91 he was well supported by captain Brendan Davey(60) and Josh Dunell (26*). In response Flemington were only able to be all out for 146. Josh Dunell, Trav Carrick and Lachy Wade all taking two wickets each.

A good weekend for the club with some big matches for all XI's in the coming weeks

2 PLAYERS TO MAKE 1ST XI DEBUT IN ROUND 3

THE first XI are on the road at Williamstown this week, taking with them two first gamers. After some strong performances in the 2nd XI, Jake DUNNELL and Brad COOPER have been selected for their first matches in Senior Division. Mighty's Kids will host Williamstown in a crucial game for so early in the season, a big challenge for such a young side. The 3rd XI will play host to Flemington while the 4th XI are at Keilor Park on SUNDAY.

1st XI MEET 11:45 - OSBORNE(c), DUNNELL, COOPER, SPINELLA, JURCIC, JORDAN, LOWE, MILLS, McMAHON, KASSIS, DAVIS.L (12th man O'CONNELL)

2nd XI MEET 11:45 - THOM(c), OCONNELL, OCONNELL, OCONNELL, BERGIN, RAFFLE, GARTH, RILEY, DAVEY, CHRYSTIE, HEFTER

3rd XI MEET 12:30 - DAVEY(c), HELLARD, WADE, BOURKE, CLURE, COWAN, CARRICK, BENNETT, JOSH DUNNELL, SULLIVAN, TBA

4th XI MEET 12:30 - JORDAN(c), COOKE, CAVEN, RODGERS, JAGGARD, MALONEY, J.JONES, WEBSTER, CARIG, RULE, COMMERFORD

ROUND 2 WASHED AWAY

 IT was a case of deja vu for the Snowdogs Round 2 matches on Saturday. Last season will be remembered as one of the most rain-affected in the competition’s history. On Saturday, the 1st, 3rd and  4th eleven sides had to settle for draws after heavy rain plagued the round on the second day of round two. Special mention to John Jordan for taking 5/14 the previous week. The 2nd eleven managed to get a full days play chasing 205 set by Royal Park. The chase started well with many players making a start but unable to capitalise. Brad Cooper led the chase with a well compiled 41 after the team was 4-59. In the end they never in the mix making 9-147 off 77 overs falling 60 runs short. After waiting much of the day the 3rd’s did manage to get some game time. Sean Hefter backed up his 50 n.o in the juniors with the ball by grabbing an early wicket with the help of Lachlan Wade in slips. The team had Greenvale 4-25 before the storm hit and put an end to what was !

 shaping up as another victory. As a whole the club is slightly behind to where it wants to be but early signs are looking promising with many young players stepping up from the juniors and making significant contributions in the senior sides. Goodluck to all players next week.

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ROUND 2 SELECTION

ROUND two has the first XI playing their first game at home against Royal Park/Brunswick while the 2nd XI will play at Royal Park. The Third XI, lead by stand in skipper Jason Bourke will host Greenvale. The 4th XI are travelling to Hoppers Crossing.

1st XI V Royal Park Brunswick meet 11:45
Osborne(C), Cave, Jordan, Mills, Spinella, Lowe, Garth, L.Davis, McMahon, Jurcic, Driscoll

2nd XI @ Royal Park Brunswick meet 11:45
Thom(C), OConnell, OConnell, Cooper, Johanson, Riley J, Gay, Davey J, Raffle, Chrystie, Dunell,

3rd XI V Greenvale meet 12:30
Bourke(C) Bergin, Wade, Hefter, Browne, Castles, Cowan, Carrick, Clure, Turner, Bennett

4th XI @ Hoppers Crossing meet 12:30
J.Jordan (C) Cook, Webster, Commerford, Caven, Sullivan, Baird, Jaggard, Firth, TBA, TBA

GOOD LUCK!

BERNARDS GO 3/4 IN ROUND 1 CLIFFHANGERS

The SBOCCC have come out on top in 3 out of 4 round 1 cliffhangers, with the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th XI all showing great character and fight in some tight victories over the weekend. The 2nd XI came back from the dead on more than one occasion in their home opener against Hoppers Crossing. Bowling Hoppers out for 133 Bernard's past the total with 7 balls to spare.

The 3rd XI played Strathmore at Doutta Stars on Sunday on what appeared to be a bowler friendly wicket. St.Bernards were able to bowl out the 'home' side for 59 - Chasing down the total for the loss of 8 wickets, after being 8/40 - Congratulations to Brendan Davey on his first victory as skipper.

The 4th XI hosted VTCA new comers St.Francis de Sales also on Sunday, restricting the visitors to 9/126 off their 36 overs. St.Bernards then chased down the target for the loss of 4 wickets in the 2nd last over.

The First XI were the unlucky side to come out of round 1, after travelling to Hoppers Crossing they were bowled out for 98, which proved to be about 20 runs short of where they needed to be, Hoppers eventually passing the total for the loss of 7 wickets

ROUND 1 2011/12 SELECTION

After a long and sometimes frustrating pre-season with poor weather and lack of numbers, the sun is finally shining and we are ready to hit the ground running this weekend. Round 1 this season kicks off with the First XI travelling to the newly promoted Hoppers Crossing, Gary McIntyre will be filling in for the absent Craig Osborne as skipper, while the Mick Thom lead two's will host the Hoppers 2nd XI on oval two on Saturday. The 3rd XI, lead by newly appointed skipper Brendan Davey will play Strathmore at Doutta Stars on Sunday - Special thanks to Doutta for coming to the party and making their ground available for us after Strathmore were unable to get their grounds up. The 4th XI will be looking to go one step further than last season after going down in the Grand Final, John Jordan again be leading the side. 


1st XI @ Hoppers Crossing, Meet 11:45
McIntyre(C) Cave Spinella Jurcic A.Jordan Driscoll Mills Garth Lowe L.Davis McMahon


2nd XI V Hoppers Crossing, Meet 11:45
Thom(C) O'Connell O'Connel O'Connell Dunell Cooper Isaacs Johansen J.Riley Gay J.Davey


3rd XI V Strathmore @ Doutta - Sunday, Meet 12:30
B.Davey(C) Bergin Wade Turner Hefter Bourke Chrystie Brown Raffle Cowan Carrick


4th XI V St.Francis -Sunday, Meet 12:30
Jordan(c) Craig Commerford Clure Webster Bennett N.Rule Moloney Buttifant W.Baird Firth 




GOOD LUCK DOGS! 

JUNIOR REGISTRATION

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2011-12 PRE SEASON TRAINING SCHEDULE

The 2011-12 Cricket season is almost upon us. With the AGM taking place Monday August 1 at the North Suburban Club, The kick off to pre-season is only just around the corner. It is cruicial that every player gets to training as early as possible to ensure we hit Round 1 with a solid training base behind us. Only 73 days until round 1!

Click here to view to 2011-2012 Pre-Season schedule.

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CALLING ALL SNOWDOGS

Attention is starting to turn towards cricket and therefore please find notification of the upcoming St Bernard's Old Collegians Cricket Club Season Launch & Annual General Meeting.


Date: Monday 1 August 2011
Time: 7.00pm

Where: North Suburban Sports Club
622 Mt Alexander Road, Moonee Ponds


Complementary finger food & drinks will be served at the conclusion of the Season Launch & AGM around 8.15 - 8.30pm.

Plenty of announcements will be made about the upcoming cricket season including details of the pre-season training schedule which will be commencing shortly.

The AGM will also be held with presentation of last years annual reports and financials and the confirmation of the Committee for the upcoming season.

If you are interested in being nominated for the Committee or are aware of someone who may be interested, can you please let me know prior to the function date. Any assistance is most welcome.

It would be great to see you along as we commence the countdown to the new cricket season. If you are unable to attend and would like your apology minuted please email me or Travis Carrick on the Secretary's email address above

4TH XI GRAND FINAL SELECTION

4TH XI V APWSCCC
J.Jordan(c), Cook, Conlan, Cowan, Chrystie, B.Davey, Browne, N.Rule, Turner, Ramsay, Bergin

Make sure you get down to the home of cricket Oval #2 to support the mighty Snowdogs in the Grand Final over the next two weekends.

4TH XI STORM INTO GRAND FINAL

The 4th XI have secured a grand final berth with a dominating performance over local rivals - Doutta Stars at St.Bernards. Bowling first, the hosts capitalized bowling doutta out for 106, with John Jordan leading the way with 3/26 off 16. The hosts made light work of the target, chasing it down early on day two for the loss of 2 wickets. Brendan Davey (34) Matthew Bergin (38) John Jordan (39) and Tom Chrystie (57*) were all pivotal in the run chase. They will face local rivals Airport West St.Christopher's this week in the Grand Final.
Sadly for the 1st XI, they were defeated by Bentleigh and knocked out of the finals. It was however a very successful season for the 1st XI who were able to sneak into the top 2 and secure a home final.

SEMI-FINAL WEEKEND SELECTION

Last week the first XI defeated unbeaten South Caulfield to set up a home final clash against Bentleigh - a side that beat us convincingly 3 weeks ago. Since then the dogs have won their last two, while their opponent comes into the finals losing their last two.

1ST XI V BENTLEIGH
Osborne(C), McIntyre, Hawkes, Mills, Garth, Cave, Spinella, A.Jordan, Driscoll, C.Davis, L.Davis

The 4th's are hitting their straps at the business end of the season, Storming home to finish on top of the ladder after last week defeating Doutta Stars, the side the play again this week.

4TH XI V DOUTTA STARS
J.Jordan(c), Cook, Conlan, Cowan, Chrystie, B.Davey, Browne, N.Rule, Turner, Ramsay, Bergin 12th Man - Coleman

Make sure you get down to support all the boys in what is sure to be a great weekend in the history of the club - a home Senior Division final.

1st XI SECURE HOME FINAL IN ROUND 11 UPSET

The first XI have beaten undefeated South Caulfield and have secured a home final in the process. Winning the toss and batting first the dogs got off to the worst possible start with opener Gary McIntyre being dismissed first ball of the match and was soon followed by Nathan Hawkes(0)before Chris Spinella(12) and Anthony Jordan(26) managed the games highest partnership of 35 until Spinella fell. Skipper Craig Osborne was the steadier of the ship for the second week running, top scoring with 45 and being the only shinning light for the dogs as the middle order and tail were dismissed with little trouble - leaving the dogs all out for 105.
Early wickets would be the key for the dogs if they were any chance of victory, and cementing their spot in the 4. Chris Davis(4/33) and Scott Driscoll(3/23) ripped through the South Caulfield line-up combining for 7 of the top 8 wickets to have the visitors in all sorts of trouble at 8/60 which included 3 wickets with the score on 47. The match was finished off with a one of the 3 run outs for the day as the dogs secured a home final and set up Super Snowdogs Semi-Final Weekend at St.Bernards this weekend.
The 2nd XI traveled to South Caulfied in an attempt to finish the season on the right note. just like the 1st XI they batted first and got off to a terrible start losing two wickets for 1 run before Sinclair Johansen(21) and Greg Garth (83) put on a match winning 110 run partnership to help the dogs amass 8/192 off their 40 overs, recently married Ivan Jurcic(39) also chipped in, as did John Hellard(27). The St.Bernards bowlers were able to build pressure throughout the innings, taking wickets at regular intervals eventually bowling South Caulfield out for 79 from just 34 overs. Ged McMahon the best of the bowlers taking 5-29 from his 16, well supported by Greg Garth who capped off a brilliant day with the bat with the astounding figures of 4-11 off 4.3.
The Third XI were looking to do the same as the 2nd XI - finish off the year on a good note as they traveled to Yarraville Club. Losing the toss and be asked to bowl the opening pair of Tristan Kassis and James Riley bowled exceptional open spells for no luck - restricting the hosts to 0/26 at drinks (18overs) Captain Kevin O'Connell was the benifactor of the openers good tight bowling early picking up 4/23 from his 7 as they restricted Yarraville Club to 8/81 on a very slow out field. The run chase got off to a reasonable start with the dogs being 1/35 before they lost 4/10. Ina good sign for the future of the club Dan O'Connell(10) and Matthew Bergin(11) steadied the ship with a patient partnership which frustrated the opposition. Michael Ramsay came in at 6/58 and carried the side home to record their 6th win for the season in the 2nd last over.
The 4th XI needed a win to secure home ground throughout the finals as the hosted Doutta Stars. Bowling first were able to restrict the visitors to 6/112 with veteran Greg Cook taking 4/13 from his 9 overs. The target never seemed in doubt as the dogs passed them 6 down. Tom Chrystie(38) and Captain John Jordan(28) were the best of the bats.

ROUND 11 SELECTION

1st XI- Osborne(c) McIntyre Hawkes Mills Davey.J Gay Spinella Jordan.A Driscoll Davis Davis

2nd XI- Thom(c) Jurcic McMahon Bourke Garth Carrick Johansen Dunell Isaacs Hellard Cooper

3rd XI- O'Connell(c) Kassis Riley Bergin Castles Wade Hefter Rule.N OConnell.D Ramsey Bennett

4th XI- Jordan(c) Cook Conlan Craig Chrystie Browne Davey.B Cowan Turner Coleman Webster

1ST XI ALL BUT CEMENT TOP 4 SPOT

The SBOCCC 1st XI have all but sealed a Senior Division finals spot after a hard fought victory over Keilor at home on Saturday. Winning the toss Craig Osborne sent the opposition in and the hosts capitalized taking two early wickets to have the visitors 2/20, before a 57 run partnership had them 2/77 and well placed at the half way mark of the innings. Some good bowling from Scott Discoll(3/38) and and Craig Osborne(2/41), coupled with great fielding that resulted in three run out the dogs were able to force the loss of regular wickets, eventually bowling Keilor out for 140.
With the finals in mind, the top order set about chasing down the runs in deliberate style, with Gary McIntyre making a quick fire 20 before he and Simon Cave (9) fell in quick succession. Nathan Hawkes (31) and Chris Spinella put on 40 to stabilize the innings as Hawkes was dismissed. The target was passed at 3 down as Osborne(36*) and Spinella(54) batted sensationally together to ensure the victory.
The 2nd XI played on Sunday against Keilor and needed a win to keep any chance of a finals berth alive. Batting first they were bowled out for 92 off 39.3 overs, with Jack Gay the best of the batsmen on a dark first 40overs for the dogs. The St.Bernard s bowlers came out breathing fire and had the home side reeling at 6/60, but that's as good as it got for the dogs as Keilor past the total 6 down.

The 3rd's and 4th's were washed out.

ROUND 10 SELECTION

1ST XI - Osborne (C), Cave, Hawkes, McIntyre, Spinella, Davey J, Davis L, Davis C, Mills, Driscoll, Jordan A

2ND XI - Thom (C), Kassis, Dunell, Hellard, Bourke, Isaacs, Johansen, Cooper, Gay, Garth, Riley

3RD XI - O'Connell(C), Hefter, Castles, Carrick, Wade, Bergin, Bennett, Cowan, Davey B, Turner, Rule

4TH XI - Jordan (C), Cook, Conlan, Craig, Ramsay, Coleman, Madden, Clure, Chrystie, Webster, Browne

1st XI - V Keilor Meet 11:45
2nd XI - @ Keilor, meet 11:45 on Sunday
3rd XI - @ Aberfeldie (Cross Keys), Meet 12:30
4th XI - V Yarravill Club Meet 12:30

3'S & 4'S ROUND 9 SHINING LIGHTS

Round 9 saw the first of a 3 game home stay for the 1st XI, and it couldn't have started any worse - Being bowled out for 77 with only one player managing to get to 20, Top of the ladder Bentleigh were then able to amass 4/154 from the remaining overs.
The 2nd XI had their longest trip of the season heading out to Bentleigh, Batting first and losing early wickets were able to work their way to 7/149 thanks to 64* form James Davey and 28* from Brad Cooper. Bentleigh were able to chase them down with little worry losing only 4 wickets.
The 3rd XI traveled to the postage stamp for the 2nd time this season, after success their earlier in the season were full of confidence. Batting first were able to amass their highest score for the season -176, With Jason Bourke making a brilliant 100 in very tough batting conditions on an uncovered wicket. He was well supported by Mark Castles (42) in a 120 run stand. Bernards were able to restrict Flemington to 6/106 with Kevin O'Connell taking 3/12.
The 4th XI hosted Keilor in a top of the table clash, where they also batted first, and after a slow start were able make 6/145 thanks to junior Tom Madden 59* and Giles Craig 25*. The 4th's then ran through Keilor decimating their batting lineup taking all 10 wickets for 60 - Madden was as influential with the ball as he was with the ball taking 3/12.

ROUND 9 SELECTION

1ST XI - Osborne(C), Hawkes, Spinella, Cave, Kassis, Mills, Garth, McIntyre, Driscoll, Davis.C, Davis.L

2nd XI - Thom(C), Jordan, Dunell, Hellard, Davey J, McMahon, Isaacs, Johansen, Jurcic, Cooper, Gay

3rd XI - O'Connell(C), Turner, Bourke, Rule N, Hefter, Riley, Carrick, Wade, Castles, Chrystie, Bennett

4th XI- Jordan (C), Coleman, Cook, Conlan, Cowan, Craig, Webster, Ramsay, Bergin, Davey B, Browne

1st XI Vs Bentleigh 11:45 meet
2nd XI @ Bentleigh 11:00 meet
3rd XI @ Flemington 12:30 meet
4th XI Vs Keilor 12:30 meet

ROUND 9 SELECTION

1ST XI - Osborne(C), Hawkes, Spinella, Cave, Kassis, Mills, Garth, McIntyre, Stuart, Davis.C, Davis.L

2nd XI - Thom(C), Jordan, Dunell, Hellard, Davey J, McMahon, Driscoll, Johansen, Jurcic, Cooper, Gay

3rd XI - O'Connell(C), Isaacs, Bourke, Rule N, Hefter, Riley, Carrick, Wade, Castles, Davey B, Bennett

1st XI Vs Bentleigh 11:45 meet
2nd XI @ Bentleigh 11:00 meet
3rd XI @ Flemington 12:30 meet

ANNUAL SBOCCC BALL

A quick reminder that all confirmed and definite numbers / tables MUST be given in to myself by this coming TUESDAY 2ND FEBRAURY  at the very latest, as we must confirm this with Moonee Valley Race course by then. If you can all please do a final round up of friends, family, partners etc and finalise those numbers coming and your tables to me via return email or at the club over the weekend/tuesday training, would be greatly appreciated as the club must pay for the exact numbers next week!

SATURDAY 12TH FEB
MOONEE VALLEY RACECOURSE 7.30PM-12.30AM
$90 ALL INCLISUVE OF 3-COURSE MENU, BEER, WINE, CHAMPAGNE AND SOFT DRINK
WITH FANTASTIC LIVE ENTERTAINMENT OF SIMILAR STANDARD OF LAST YEAR'S SPECTACULAR BAND!
AS WELL AS HEAPS OF GREAT RAFFLE PRIZES OUTDOING PREVIOUS RAFFLES!

So get your numbers to Luke Davis ASAP and you must also pre-purchase your tickets before the event via cash or net transfer to club account

BSB: 633-000
Account number - 136547189
$90 per ticket and your name (amount of tickets) in account description.

ROUND 8 SELECTION

CLICK HERE to view selection for round 8. Well done to James Davey who makes his 1st XI debut this week, Also well done to Jack Gay and Michael Thom who get their chance in the 1st XI.

ROUND 7 SELECTION

CLICK HERE for round 7 selection - the first match for 2011! Get down and support the boys over the weekend.