SDCA News
The Seymour District Cricket Association (SDCA) has celebrated the achievements of its players at its 2025/26 Presentation Night, recognising outstanding performances across senior and junior competitions. The evening brought together players and clubs from across the competition to acknowledge individual excellence following a strong and competitive season. Awards were presented across batting, bowling and all-rounder categories, as well as major association medals, reflecting the depth of talent and high standard of cricket across the SDCA. SDCA President Mitch Itter said the night was an important opportunity to recognise the performances that defined the season. “The Presentation Night is a great opportunity to acknowledge the performances of players across all grades,” Itter said. “We’ve seen a really strong standard of cricket this season, and the award winners should be proud of their efforts and consistency.” “It’s particularly pleasing to see the performances coming through our junior ranks, which highlights the strength and future of cricket within the SDCA.” A highlight of the evening was the awarding of Life Membership to Jason Tarran, recognising both his outstanding playing career and long-standing service to the association. Tarran’s on-field achievements place him among the most accomplished players in SDCA history, having claimed the A Grade bowling average on nine occasions, the A Grade batting average once, and being named A Grade Champion Player. Off the field, Tarran has also made a significant contribution to the SDCA, serving as Treasurer for more than a decade. Itter said Tarran’s Life Membership was a fitting recognition of his impact on the competition. “Jason’s record speaks for itself — his achievements as a player are exceptional and place him among the very best to have played in the SDCA,” Itter said. “To win the A Grade bowling average nine times is remarkable, and to add a batting average and Champion Player award highlights just how complete a cricketer he has been.” “Beyond his playing career, Jason has given more than ten years of service as Treasurer, playing a key role in supporting the administration and stability of the association.” “Life Membership is the highest honour we can bestow, and Jason is an incredibly deserving recipient.” The SDCA congratulates all award winners on their achievements. 2025/26 SDCA Award Winners A Grade Batting Award: Cameron Armstrong (294 runs at 98) Bowling Award: Kalon Winnell (21 wickets at 6.52) All Rounder: Lachlan Watts (870 points) Frank Zanelli Medal: Lachlan Watts B Grade Batting Award: Jared Smith (354 runs at 70.8) Bowling Award: Jacob Nipperess (21 wickets at 7.14) All Rounder: Levi Ronalds (606 points) John Gadd Medal: Levi Ronalds Under 16s Batting Award: Hamish Melville (340 runs at 113.33) Bowling Award: Finn Melville (18 wickets at 10.83) All Rounder: Hamish Melville (575 points) Ken Hall Medal: Hamish Melville Under 13s Batting Award: Braxton Tucker (393 runs at 196.5) Bowling Award: Blake Winnell (10 wickets at 3.9) All Rounder: Braxton Tucker (653 points) Sam Watts Medal: Braxton Tucker Junior Country Week – Player of the Week Under 13s: Archie Armstrong, Brock Inness Under 15s: Tyler Caddie Under 17s: Thomas White Life Membership Jason Tarran SDCA Team of the Year Charles Davies – 571 runs @ 51.91 Josh Rudge (wk) – 348 runs @ 34.8 Lachlan Watts – 620 runs @ 88.57 Travis Stefanos – 371 runs @ 41.22 Cameron Evans – 335 runs @ 47.86 Cameron Armstrong – 294 runs @ 98 Lachlan Drummond – 257 runs @ 23.26 & 21 wickets @ 11.67 Will Ashton – 24 wickets @ 11.25 Kal Winnell (c) – 21 wickets @ 6.52 Matt Archibald – 21 wickets @ 10.48 Joshua Crane – 20 wickets @ 9.3
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Seymour Club A Grade
Seymour Club A Grade
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Senior representative cricket has returned with a bang for the Seymour District Cricket Association (SDCA) following a convincing 56 run win over the Emu Valley Cricket Association (EVCA) in the first ever McIvor Challenge. The match marked a significant milestone for cricket in the region, providing an opportunity for the region’s finest cricketers to go head-to-head in a one off match. EVCA won the toss at Chittick Park and sent the SDCA in to bat with Josh Rudge (28) and Charles Davies (39) getting the side off to a flying start, going at six runs an over for the first ten. Rudge’s dismissal brought Lachlan Watts to the crease, allowing the competition’s leading player to stamp his authority on the contest. Watts dominated the EVCA bowling attack, supported in a 57 run partnership with Lachlan Drummond (14). Watts was eventually dismissed for 99, with 14 fours and a six, showing his class at a higher level. Cam Evans chipped in with a tidy innings of 22 not out to get the SDCA to 227 at the completion of their 45 overs. Blake Munari-O’Dwyer got the SDCA off to a strong start with the ball, claiming two wickets in his opening spell before Watts came into the attack and chipped away at the EVCA middle order. Across a game winning spell of nine overs, Watts claimed 4/40 and held two catches in the field to complete an incredible all round performance. Andrew Butterworth claimed the final three wickets of the match as the SDCA got over the line by 56 runs. Scorecard: https://www.playhq.com/cricket-australia/org/northern-rivers-region-5/senior-mens-representative-cricket-summer-202526/senior-men/game-centre/115dd668
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