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2005/2006 Report - Under 10 Red
A ragtag bunch of boys was thrown together out of the bedlam of the preseason Sunday training sessions. No one knew who was bowling to whom, balls were flying everywhere, and in the middle of it were 3 bemused coaches trying to make sense of it. Out of the mayhem, 3 equal teams were chosen and thrown to the wolves at season's commencement.
Four of our boys were hardened veterans from the previous season, where they had strode like Vikings over the playing fields of Carlingford and Winston Hills. The other 8 were young boys who barely knew what a cricket pitch was, let alone being able to land a ball on one. So we headed into the first game in the dark, and after the opposition bowled 92 wides and no-balls at us, we knew that we weren't alone.
As the season progressed, every boy made giant advancements in technique (nothing to do with me) and attitude (a little to do with me), and we wound up having a very successful season in which we lost only 2 games. Highlights included the following:
Owen Smith's innings of 27 including 2 sixes and 3 fours.
Luke Bertus' lightning dashes around the boundary ropes to cut off numerous runs.
Jesse Owads skipper shoes, wood chopper batting action and amazing ability to not get out.
Nathan Smith's attempt on the David Hookes Memorial 5 fours in a row record against Winston Hills.
Daniel Waddups hitting the stumps three times in one over and the bails only coming off once (this is what happens when you bowl at less than 20kmh).
The end of season camp at Cattai where some of the fathers revealed hitherto hidden talents and abilities.
The introduction of post-match fire engine drinks at various establishments around the district.
I would like to thank the hard working committee for providing a hassle free year for us. I would most like to thank the boys and the parent group for being so level-headed and helpful. Mitchell Smith was my right-hand man throughout the season, never failing to help. Matthew Smith also volunteered as scorer when needed. I would also like to thank my manager in absentia Phil Waddups who regained my faith with a fantastic BBQ at the team Olympics night late in the season.
Nicholas Beed: One of the younger boys in the team, but a real character and thinker about the game. Held up his end whilst batting on many occasions this year, and made a name for himself with his Paul "Frog in the Blender" Adams bowling action. Saved the best until last when he snaffled a wicket in the last game.
Luke Bertus: "Questions" asked many things this year. Can I be captain, can I open the bowling, can I go off for a rest, can I wicketkeep and bowl at the same time? These continuous inquiries were generally met with a bemused silence by his long-suffering coach. Luke batted and bowled with great technique this year. His defensive work at the crease is the best in the team. A little work on speed in the field (ie. running) would make him a complete all-rounder.
Troy Black: Another of the younger brigade, Troy stood out as the best athlete in the team, and, given time, will develop into a fine footballer. Cricket is another story because if he takes advice off his old man, anything could happen. Often heard in the field with cries of "Yeah mate", Troy was our best fielder, snaffling many runouts with direct hits from the outfield. A member of the exclusive Winston After Game Club (WAGC).
Liam Graham: Dragged kicking and screaming to Melbourne after Christmas in a fruitless attempt to further his fathers AFL watching career, Liam enjoyed a great deal of success in his short stay with us. For a few games he was the only boy capable of landing every ball on the Astroturf. A pleasure to coach, Liam will be welcomed back once his father realises just how good rugby league is.
John Hollins: "Brilliant, unpredictable, rewriting the rule books, once in a lifetime" These and many other things were written about the coaches son throughout the season. It takes a special boy like John to live up to the hype. His all-round abilities developed well this year, culminating in his display of back of the bat hitting in the last 3 games. This involved twisting the bat 180 in the split second before the ball was hit. Well done John. Another member of the WAGC.
Joshua Koski: Under the watchful eye of old man Ward, Josh Koski rode roughshod over his smaller opposition, often clean bowling 2 boys in each over, then coming out and whacking boundaries in the next innings. Referring to Wards bowling as "pie chucking", he often stated that facing him in the backyard was great preparation for Saturdays game. Topped the batting averages with 20.40.
Jessie Owad: A real goer in the field, Jesse was expert at asking his team mates to spell a 25 letter word just as the bowler was releasing the ball. Jesse hit the only cover drive of the year for beaut boundary. Highlight of the year for Jesse was against Hills Barbarians, when he had to face 18 balls and not get out for us to win the game, and he did it on his ear. Member WAGC.
Brad Ripps: Brad is a silent achiever, and on of the youngest boys in the team. Will be a handy left arm bowler when he matures, and will also give up supporting the Roosters when his father matures. Brads batting was highlighted by a straight drive for 4 against Seven Hills.
Nathan Smith: "Hooksey" came to life against Winston Hills in the first round, when he blazed 3 consecutive 4's. Prior to this he had taken a conservative approach, but under the careful tutelage of his coach (close your eyes and swing through the line of the ball), Nathan began scoring a power of runs. Also a handy, accurate bowler, Nathan will blossom as a cricketer when his Dad stops taking him to Judo, Karate, drama classes, swimming, table tennis, darts, scouts and chess club.
Owen Smith: I would not like to live with Owen, and not because he gets up each morning at 5am. He never stops, and every thing he does is a million miles per hour. Brought a smile to his coaches face each time he started his 150m Dennis Lillee runup. Owen also has every shot in the text book, provided you rip out every page except cow corner. Topped the bowling averages with 2.85, and came second in batting. Will be good at whatever he tries.
Mitchell Taylor: The Big Unit will be hard to handle when he gets older. Mitchell has a real competitive streak inside him, and his batting was best when he tried to hit the ball hard. Star of the team Olympics night when he laid all before him in the Sumo Wrestling Championship. Showed his leadership skills at the end-of-season camp whilst leading the Haka before the father/son rugby league game.
Daniel Waddups: Our pocket dynamo, Dan was a pleasure to coach, and always made me laugh as he would ask "Can I go?" before each delivery of his over. Danny has a very tidy batting technique, and it was only his kamikaze approach to running between wickets that lead to his downfall on some occasions. Would often stand next to his batting partner asking did he want to run while the bails were being whipped off at the other end. Another member of the WAGC.
Tom Waddups: Class all round is how I would describe Tom. Anyone who could put up with his Dads snoring and still turn up ready to play is worthy of this praise. A very fast bowler when he tried, and a hard hitting 4 scorer at all times, Tom always tried his best in the field. A natural leader amongst the lads, Tom is mature beyond his years. Heart attack stuff if he was batting with his brother Dan.
Individual Awards
Batting Award - Josh Koski
Bowling Award - Owen Smith
Fielding Award - Troy Black
Encouragement Award - Nathan Smith
| UNDER 10 Red - STATISTICS 2005/2006 | ||||||
| BATTING | ||||||
| Player | Innings | Outs | H.S. | Runs | Average | Catches |
| Josh Koski | 5 | 0 | 16 | 102 | 20.40 | 6 |
| Owen Smith | 8 | 0 | 27 | 123 | 15.38 | 5 |
| Tom Waddups | 8 | 0 | 20 | 93 | 11.63 | 2 |
| Troy Black | 8 | 0 | 22 | 80 | 10.00 | 0 |
| Liam Graham | 3 | 0 | 8 | 24 | 8.00 | 1 |
| Mitchell Taylor | 7 | 0 | 10 | 50 | 7.14 | 0 |
| Nathan Smith | 10 | 0 | 15 | 63 | 6.30 | 2 |
| John Hollins | 12 | 0 | 13 | 51 | 4.25 | 1 |
| Luke Bertus | 9 | 0 | 9 | 38 | 4.22 | 0 |
| Jessie Owad | 6 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 3.17 | 0 |
| Brad Ripps | 9 | 0 | 6 | 23 | 2.56 | 0 |
| Nicholas Beed | 9 | 0 | 6 | 16 | 1.78 | 0 |
| Daniel Waddups | 11 | 0 | 4 | 15 | 1.36 | 0 |
| BOWLING | |||||
| Player | Overs | Maidens | Wickets | Runs | Average |
| Owen Smith | 32 | 17 | 13 | 37 | 2.85 |
| Liam Graham | 20 | 8 | 7 | 34 | 4.86 |
| Tom Waddups | 32 | 11 | 10 | 49 | 4.90 |
| Josh Koski | 35 | 17 | 13 | 71 | 5.46 |
| John Hollins | 33 | 2 | 10 | 64 | 6.40 |
| Troy Black | 30 | 6 | 11 | 77 | 7.00 |
| Luke Bertus | 32 | 6 | 8 | 69 | 8.63 |
| Daniel Waddups | 32 | 2 | 6 | 104 | 17.33 |
| Brad Ripps | 32 | 2 | 6 | 111 | 18.50 |
| Jessie Owad | 23 | 1 | 3 | 83 | 27.67 |
| Nathan Smith | 32 | 3 | 2 | 77 | 38.50 |
| Mitchell Taylor | 32 | 0 | 3 | 125 | 41.67 |
| Nicholas Beed | 16 | 2 | 1 | 61 | 61.00 |