You finally get rid of the sore spots left over from one cricket season, the winter sports season flashes by and away we go again! Cricket Season 2014 / 2015 is upon us, and we head into it full of promise after a very strong year last year, with the only thing missing being some silverware, that’s certainly the aim for the season ahead.

Numbers continue to grow at the club which is outstanding, meaning the TCC will continue to field sides in A1 Reserves, A2’s, A4’s and we’re having a crack at an A5 side too. Junior cricket also continues to blossom, with the TCC fielding an under 10 side this year.

A gentle start to the year with just the A’s and B’s in action on the weekend. The A’s took on Lyndoch in a rematch of last season’s Grand Final. The ‘Dockers batted first and made 187, with Dylan Abinett and Luke Samain leading the way with the ball taking 3 wickets each, with Shaun Akkerman and Mitch Boschen taking 2 wickets apiece.

A solid batting performance by the middle order had us right in the game, with the equation at about 20 runs to get with 3 wickets in hand. Unfortunately it wasn’t to be with Tanunda being bowled out on 171. Alex Petty made a very promising start to his career with the TCC with 50, Nathan Justin a solid 32, Brett Grocke and skipper Pete Mernagh making 20’s. Tanunda Clubhouse MVP – Alex Petty.

The B’s took on Nuri at Nuri #2 and came home with the points. Batting first Tanunda made 8 for 147, with skipper Toby Mifflin continuing his form from last season with 47 and Andy Edwards (playing his first B grade game for the club) making a fine 55. Kym Farley was the only other bat to make double figures.

A team bowling performance restricted the home side to 131 in reply, with Charles Shaw taking 2 wickets in his first game for the club (welcome aboard). Jon Farley, Sam Cox and Aiden Radzevicius also picked up 2 wickets each, with Sam Dunn and Nic Burton chipping in with a wicket each. A good start to the year boys. Tundarri Sales & Service MVP – Andy Edwards.

After kicking off the season, both the A’s and B’s have a bye this weekend, whilst all the other sides get their seasons underway. Good luck to all players for the season ahead, for those new to the club this year, welcome aboard! For those starting their cricket careers, all the best – it’s a great game, enjoy not only the game, but also the friendships. Winning is good, but playing the game in the right spirit is just as important.

If you are not able to get the cricket this weekend, pop down to Tanunda Oval on Saturday to check out the Monaro Nationals, with 250 cars on display, it should be quite an event!