SDCA Match Reports - Senior Grand Finals

March 22, 2026

Seymour Club A Grade

Tallarook 3/171 (J Rudge 53no, L Watts 43) def Seymour 159 (B Gordon 61, L Drummond 39, B Munari O’Dwyer 4/37, T Dundon 2/20)


The Seymour Club A Grade competition finished with a Grand Final for the ages as Tallarook prevailed for its fourth consecutive flag in a tense game.

Seymour won the toss and sent Tallarook in to bat with Josh Rudge and Hamish Melville (24) putting on 63 for the first wicket.

Through tight bowling Seymour was on top of the game, restricting Tallarook’s run rate before the complexion of the match changed when the competition’s leading run scorer, Lachlan Watts came to the crease.

Watts was at his destructive best in an innings of 43 off 45 balls to wrestle back the momentum for Tallarook before being dismissed by Seymour Captain Braidon Horkings.

Watts’ dismissal bought Leigh Irving to the crease, and he caused chaos from the first ball in an innings of 24 off just 13 balls, including three fours and a six.

The innings was completed by Mitch Itter who finished on 8 not out, alongside Josh Rudge who carried his bat through the innings to make 53 not out off 120 balls.

Seymour got off to a rapid start before Hugh Smith was dismissed by Ben Trezise and Cam Evans quickly followed, caught and bowled by Watts.

Evans’ dismissal bought Lachlan Drummond to the crease, who combined with Brett Gordon in a 77 run partnership to see Seymour to 2/124 and well within reach of victory.

Drummond was the next batsman to be dismissed for well made 39 off 55 balls, including seven boundaries. His dismissal by Blake Munari-O’Dywer was pivotal in the final outcome as well as the dismissal of Brett Gordon shortly after for a game high 61 off 93 balls.

Seymour lost 8/35 and 7/23 as the match slipped away from their grasp, largely thanks to an inspired spell of fast bowling from Munari-O’Dwyer who claimed man of the match honours with 4/38 off nine overs.

Matt Archibald bowled consistently throughout to claim 2/21, while Tarkyn Dundon stood up at the pointy end of the game to finish with 2/20, taking the final wicket to seal Tallarook’s 15th A Grade Premiership and the ninth for both Leigh Irving and Kal Winnell.

Atmos Renewables B Grade

Alexandra 104 (H Christie 20, L Ronalds 14, P Dugard 4/30, S MacDonald 3/38) def by Pyalong 148 (J Biagioni 42, D Zoch 41, A Wood 3/12, W Ellis 3/18)


Pyalong picked up its fifth B Grade Premiership with a convincing win over Alexandra at Leckie Park.

Batting first, Pyalong was in early trouble thanks to three wickets for Will Ellis before the middle order of Daniel Sowden (23), J Biagioni (42) and Damien Zoch (41) steadied the ship.

Ellis, Reigan Jose Kuttikadan and Andrew Wood all claimed three wickets for Alexandra as Pyalong was bowled out for 148.

Alexandra never got going in the run chase with Paul Dugard taking four wickets, Samuel MacDonald (3/38) and Tyler Caddie (2/20) getting the job done for Pyalong.

Damien Zoch was awarded Player of the Match for 1/21 and 41.

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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