SDCA Match Reports

November 30, 2025

Seymour Club A Grade

Seymour 5/150 (C Evans 81no, L Woolan 24no, J Kanters 2/23, C Bassett 2/26) def Avenel 7/147 (C Bassett 46, T Stefanos 36, B Pointon 3/25, C Evans 3/32)


Avenel batted first in its clash with Seymour, coming off a strong win over Alexandra last week to kick start their season.

They got underway in strong fashion with Travis Stefanos (36) and Cam Bassett (46) combining for an 83 run partnership before it was broken by Cameron Evans. From here, Seymour was able to get back on top, restricting Avenel’s middle and lower order to a total of 147 with three wickets each for Cameron Evans and Brodey Pointon.

In reply, Seymour was in trouble early with Jason Brown and Lachlan Drummond both dismissed for ducks, leaving the Maroons 2/2.

Enter Cameron Evans who backed up a solid bowling performance with a match winning innings with the bat, finishing 81 not out to get Seymour over the line. He was supported by Luke Woolan who finished 24 not out in a 56 run partnership to finish the game.


Tallarook 2/110 (L Watts 49no, H Melville 34) def Pyalong 9/108 (M Wilkins 33, D Clancy 21, Z Ryan 21, B Munari-O’Dwyer 2/17, K Winnell 2/17, X Arandt 2/19)


Tallarook opted to bowl first against Pyalong with rain about and were tidy with the ball straight up. Xavier Arandt and Blake Munari-O’Dwyer put Pyalong on the back foot, restricting the run rate and ultimately finishing with two wickets each.

Some sloppy fielding allowed Pyalong back in the game through Matthew Wilkins (33) and Dermott Clancy (21), who worked hard through the middle overs of the game before Kal Winnell bowled an economical nine overs to finish with 2/17.

Zane Ryan showed some class with the bat late in the innings but a score of 108 was always going to be tough to defend for Pyalong.

The run chase got off to a positive start for Tallarook with Hamish Melville proactive in a promising innings of 34 before Lachlan Watts came to the crease and upped the ante with 49 not out in a comfortable win.


Alexandra 8/82 (J Meggitt 20no, S Whitehead 11, D Thompson 4/17, A Ross 2/6) def Yea Tigers 81 (B Hardinge 30, J Fish 17no, J Crane 6/21, W Ashton 3/22)

Alexandra came out firing in their clash with Yea, knowing that a win would see them draw level with the Tigers in fourth position.

It was young gun Josh Crane who did the damage for the Redbacks in a dominant spell of bowling to finish with 6/21, running through Yea’s top order. His spell was supported by Captain Will Ashton who continued his strong form with three wickets of his own.

Some lower order resistance from Biron Hardinge and Jake Fish helped Yea post 81, leaving them with plenty of work to do with the ball.

Dylan Thompson led the way for Yea, picking up 4/17, giving them a fighting chance with two wickets each coming from Jack Christie and Austen Ross.

James Meggitt proved to be the key for Alexandra in their chase, finishing 20 not out as they snuck home by two wickets in a big win.



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April 1, 2026
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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