Cricket

SENIOR SCHOOL CRICKET

5th XI Cricket Mr Luke Scarfone (’17) Coach

The 2018 season was a very enjoyable one for the 5th XI. The team was led each week by our Captain, Matthew Bottega (10.2), who was an outstanding leader. The main theme we had going into each game was just to play each game with the Men for Others ethos and to enjoy cricket for what it is. The highlight of the season was out first game against Wesley College, where Trinity made over 200 runs in 30 overs and bowled Wesley out for less than 80 runs.

Batting MVP Nicholas Campagna (11.1) Bowling MVP Fynn Langer (11.2) Fielding MVP Matthew Bottega (10.2)

4th XI Cricket

Mr Barry McKenna

Coach

The highlight of the cricket season for the 4th team was, without question, the unbeaten 101 runs made by Nick Miller (12.8) in the away game against Guildford Grammar School. Following a shaky start and being two wickets for four runs in the third over, Nick and later Matthew Paulet (12.2) put on a 123-run partnership with Nick making his 100 with the second last ball of the Trinity innings. A great display of aggressive batting, which was followed by a good team bowling performance to have Guildford all out for 68. This added to our victory over Hale School, which was also a great effort. Our 4th cricketers, led by Roman Nicolaou (12.1) who received the service and contribution award for the season, showed that with concentration, victories would come our way. Congratulations also to Tom Jansen (12.7) for taking out the bowling award and Samuel Peirce (12.3) for receiving the fielding award on their efforts in 2018.

Batting MVP Nicolas Miller (12.8) Bowling MVP Tom Jansen (12.7) Fielding MVP Samuel Pierce (12.3)

3rd XI Cricket

Mr Michael Murphy

Coach

The 3rd XI was extremely competitive during Term 1, despite only winning two out of six games. The boys all demonstrated a tremendous attitude towards their cricket which made them a pleasure to coach. They played an exciting and unpredictable brand of cricket with, on a given day, anyone was capable of making runs or taking wickets. Stand-out performances during the season were Callum Clayton’s (11.3) 87 runs against Hale and Julian Raschilla’s (10.6) 61 against Guildford. The best bowling performances of the season were Julian Raschilla’s four wickets for nine runs and Griffin Binning (11.1) as well as Max Mistilis (11.3) who each took three wickets for 24 runs. This group has enormous potential and I look forward to watching their progress in Trinity cricket and beyond.

Mr Rodney Rainer

Bowling MVP Griffin Binning (11.1) Fielding MVP Sri Krishna Dharmapuri (10.4)

2nd XI Cricket

Mr Andrew Jenkin

Coach

Year 10s were introduced into PSA 2nd XI cricket in 2018 as well as a change to the match format to mimic One Day Internationals. These changes invigorated the overall competition and created a fierce competition for positions which lifted the standard of cricket to support all the PSA schools 1st XI team programs.

However, these changes meant that there were more challenges then ever to overcome and the side initially struggled with the fielding adaptations and shift in personnel, where elevated levels of team cohesion and communication became paramount.

Player development was the focus for all training sessions, with most players working hard to reduce the weaknesses in their game and continue to enhance their strengths, especially in view of playing for higher honours. Considering this, it was terrific to see no less than six players get promoted through the season.

The team had a mixed season regarding results, finishing with a three-win/three-loss record. Disappointing losses to Hale and Aquinas were balanced out by the exhilarating wins over Wesley and Scotch where, in the final game of the season, our tenth wicket partnership (between two Year 10 boys – one on debut) put on 60 runs to win the game.

For me, a highlight of the season was the development of the Year 10 players who filled most of this team. Competing against other schools with many more senior students meant that the pressure was tough but will undoubtedly lead to improved performance long term.

I commend Liam Dellamarta (12.2) and Simon Homsany (11.4) on leading the team throughout the season, setting a fine example for others in doing so and sincerely thank all the parents involved for making the season so successful – both on and off the field.

Batting MVP Simon Homsany (11.4) Bowling MVP Jamie Strudwick (12.4) Fielding MVP Liam Dellamarta (12.2)

Individual 2nd XI versus Christ Church Grammar School: Matthew Gerrans (12.6) – six wickets for 20 runs

1st XI Cricket

Mr David Hankin

Coach

With only four players retained from the previous season, Term 4 provided the opportunity to blood new players and trial new roles. Standout performances included Brendan McPhee’s (12.7) tremendous maiden century versus Scotch College, while Tom Murray (10.4) showed he was more than capable with some superb innings in the T20 carnival. While the team finished the term with a mixed set of results, there was plenty to look forward to with the likely return of senior players ready for the start of the Darlot season.

The 2018 Darlot Cup campaign got off to a positive start, with the team posting a comfortable victory over last year’s champions – Christ Church. Winning the toss and electing to bowl, Trinity was on the back foot early and headed into the final hour of play on Day 1 with Christ Church 1/122. With some excellent late bowling, that was well supported in the field, Trinity captured some late wickets and the day finished 4/140. A determined Trinity then started Day 2 brightly, capturing regular wickets and reducing the opposition to a total of 205. A superb opening partnership of 90 from debutants Jayden Egitto (11.3) (34) and Tom Murray (34) then followed, while Captain Brendan Mcphee’s 81 from just 61 balls ensured a commanding victory and the ideal start to the season.

The second-round fixture versus Wesley College demonstrated just how small the margin for error is in a season that was always going to be tight. Having won the toss and electing to bowl, Trinity had an outstanding afternoon, dismissing the visitors for just 116 with the last four wickets coming in five balls. This included a memorable hat trick by vice-captain Matthew French (11.8). Needing to bat just six overs in fading light, the game was turned on its head, with Trinity losing three wickets for seven runs, ensuring the match was evenly poised heading into Day 2. With wickets falling consistently throughout the morning, Trinity was unable to establish the key partnership required to capture the win and were eventually dismissed for just 98. A solid effort with the ball in the second innings ensured a reverse outright remained on the cards; however, some stubborn late order batting from Wesley dismissed any hope of victory.

The match against Hale proved to be Trinity’s best performance of the season. Having been sent into bat, Trinity posted a strong total of eight declared for 250. This included a maiden century to Jesse Messere (12.6) (114) who had just returned from a knee reconstruction just eight months earlier, while Tom Murray (38) and Callum Reader (11.8) (28) provided adequate support. Needing 250 from 75 overs, Hale started incredibly well, racing to 3/142 off just 35 overs and looked to be in complete control until a run out and some tight bowling ensured the contest remain in the balance heading into the final session. With only 56 runs required and five wickets in hand, Trinity needed something special and wickets to Tom Murray (3/69), David Cain (12.1) (3/38) and Jesse Messere (2/24) ensured a memorable 20 run victory.

A lack of consistency followed in the second half of the season and while there were some outstanding individual performances, mainly Jesse Messere who made backto-back centuries, an inability to produce meaningful partnerships with both bat and ball ensured results did not go our way. While cricket often celebrates individual milestones, it is often the supporting roles played by different players which prove the difference between victory and defeat and this is one area that must improve if the team is to challenge for the 2019 trophy.

great effort by those involved in the preparation and presentation of meals throughout the season.

Batting MVP Jesse Messere (12.6) Bowling MVP David Cain (12.1) Fielding MVP Matthew French (11.8)

Individual Darlot Cup versus Hale School: Jesse Messere – 114 runs Darlot Cup versus Aquinas College: Jesse Messere – 120 runs Darlot Cup versus Wesley College: Matthew French – hat-trick

MIDDLE SCHOOL CRICKET

7A Cricket

Mr Rod Rainer

Coach

The 7A Cricket team has displayed continual improvement throughout the year. A focal point in Term 4 has been the improvement in our ability to score runs. By focusing on having an ‘intent to score’, the aim has been to improve scoring runs down the ground, rotating the strike, running between wickets and building partnerships. This has led to a measurable improvement in our innings totals. Scores of just over 100 runs are now closer to 150 runs on a regular basis. Zaiden Ladyman (7.5) has really led the way in displaying these skills and being involved in match winning partnerships. Our bowling has been a little erratic as the boys learn to concentrate their attack on one side of the wicket. Adam De Masi (7.7) and Harry Costa (7.4) are to be commended for their ability to apply pressure and break partnerships. Fielding is a work in progress but not everything can be achieved at once. I am really pleased with how the boys have embraced the training methods to focus on these skills and make them a key part of their game. As we have a dedicated young group of cricketers we can all look forward to seeing them achieve success in future seasons.

Batting MVP Zaiden Ladyman (7.5) Bowling MVP Adam De Masi (7.7) Best Clubman Max Van Noord (7.2)

7B Cricket

Mr Ben Gianatti

Coach

It was a privilege to coach the 7B cricket team in Terms 1 and 4. The boys grew stronger and stronger each week both on and off the pitch. The excitement and motivation shown at trainings and during the games was something to cherish. The pressure of T20 cricket was a surprise to most of the boys with the intent to score runs and quickly was a struggle for most. However, to the boys’ credit, they pushed through this nervous barrier to score upwards of 80 runs in 8 of the 12 games played. Honourable mentions to Darshan Hawkins (7.3), with an incredible innings of 55 not out, and Declan Ryan (7.1) taking 4 wickets for 5 runs off his 4 overs in a memorable debut game for Trinity cricket. The boys won every fixture, except Aquinas College, and their determination to win is something to look forward to in the years to come.

Batting MVP Darshan Hawkins (7.3) Bowling MVP Max Riggio (7.5)

7C Cricket

Coach

Mr Will Starkie It was a great pleasure to coach the 7C cricket team in Term 4. Taking over the team in Term 4 meant the boys were faced with a new environment under a new coach. New inclusions, as well as some boys moving to different sports, created some difficult obstacles; however, the boys dealt with it perfectly. Standout performances, including Oliver Pugh’s (7.4) 31 runs against Christ Church Grammar School for the first win of the season, alongside Akhilesh Ambati’s (7.5) 3 wicket dominance, were just a glimpse of the improvement that each of them made.

Batting MVP Oliver Pugh (7.4) Bowling MVP Akhilesh Ambati (7.5)

8A Cricket

Mr Daniel Bateman

Coach

2018 was a successful year for the 8A cricketers, with some outstanding results as a team and a noticeable development of cricket skills of the players. A focus was placed on playing the game in blocks and working towards smaller, achievable goals in order to stay in the game for the full 60 overs and give ourselves the best chance of achieving a positive result at the end of the day. The application this team showed towards taking responsibility of achieving these goals was outstanding. Leading from the front after a shared captaincy in Term 1, Jacob Wilkie (8.6) took charge for Term 4 and displayed high levels of Cricket IQ and a knack for leadership in the role.

Term 4 provided us with some incredible individual performances, with some positive cricket and gamesmanship on display. Patrick Parker (8.7) developed into a leading all-rounder, taking multiple wickets in back-to-back games against Guildford Grammar School and Christ Church, as well as a well-earned 50 against Christ Church. Xavier Binning (8.1) continued his form with the bat, consistently getting us off to a solid start at the top of the order. Finally, a defining innings for James Pampacos (8.5) opening the batting against a strong Wesley College outfit saw him score a run-a-ball century, ending his innings on 112 not out.

Lastly, a new initiative by the current 1st XI saw several boys given the opportunity to be 13th man for the Darlot Cup team on a Saturday fixture. This gave these young cricketers a fantastic opportunity to spend some time around the senior cricketers of the College and learn what it means to represent their school at the highest level. Congratulations to Lleyton Ardagh (8.1), Jacob Wilkie and Eamonn Murray (8.7) who were given this opportunity and did a great job on the day!

Batting MVP James Pampacos (8.5) Bowling MVP Patrick Parker (8.7) Best Clubman Jacob Wilkie (8.6)

8B / 9B Cricket

Mr Chris Allanson

Coach

It was a privilege to coach the 8/9 B Cricket team in this year. The level of application the squad showed at training was exceptional and this dedication will hold them in good stead as they progress through the ranks. This season the boys have approached all aspects of the game with enthusiasm. Unfortunately, we struggled for numbers and on some occasions were not able to field a full team. I congratulate those boys who demonstrated a high level of commitment to the cricket program this year.

Batting MVP Max Pola (9.6) Bowling MVP Thomas Rainsford (9.6)

9A Cricket

Mr Anthony Lunt

Coach

Short on numbers but high on spirit, Trinity’s Year 9 cricketers started slowly but finished on song in 2018. The 9As had a slow start to the season, with some errors with the bat against Christ Church; however, the bowlers fought hard and that effort appeared to inspire improvement over the next few weeks. Captain Oliver Cranny (9.4) hit some scintillating form in Term 1, with three unbeaten half-centuries as the mainstay of the batting line-up and consistent returns from Preston Campbell (9.6) and Taylor Hannah (9.8) added to some impressive totals. Winning only two from six for the term was disappointing, but some key decisions were made about both batting and bowling line-ups that would prove the difference in Term 4.

Finn Gismondi (9.6) led the charge in Term 4, with 100 runs from his first three innings at the top of the order. Oliver Cranny was not his usual self for the first couple of games, but turned things around with a fifty against Wesley. Noah Egitto (9.6), Preston Campbell and Taylor Hannah began to make solid runs, with cameos from Jarrad Wood (9.6) and Spencer Bluntish (9.6) surprising many. The biggest improvement was with the ball, as Jonathan Slater (9.2) and Spencer Bluntish (9.6) developed into a formidable opening combination and Jedd Busslinger (9.5) finally shook off injury to be a potent force. Jarrad Wood continued to take important wickets with his crafty leg spin and he found an unlikely ally in Benjamin Shah, (9.6) who came up from the Bs and proceeded to become one of the most economical bowlers in the team. Another welcome addition was Thomas Rainsford (9.6), who demonstrated skills with the bat and dedication in the field. At the time of writing, the 9As were undefeated in Term 4 and looking forward to a top of the table clash against Scotch College. Whatever the result, all players this year demonstrated considerable spirit and an enthusiasm to improve, and all will be pushing for 1st and 2nd XI spots next year.

My thanks to the all those parents who volunteered to assist with catering from 3rd XI to 1st XI cricket for their support this season. Their efforts often go unheralded but are much appreciated by the boys and opposition alike. The chicken and salad lunch is a key tradition, started by the Katich family many years ago, and continues to be one of the main factors in ensuring we have the best possible cricket environment for our players.

Mr Rod Rainer

Teacher in Charge – Cricket

1ST XI CRICKET

BACK ROW: Jayden Egitto, Liam Dellamarta, Jean-Paul Starkie, David Cain, Ayden Wedge, Jamie Strudwick, Harry Zimmermann, Michael Thomas, Finn Moloney FRONT ROW: Thomas Murray, Jesse Messere, Matthew French, Mr David Hankin, Brendan McPhee (Captain), Callum Reader, Riley Mattingley

2ND XI CRICKET

BACK ROW: Simon Homsany, Ethan Ryan, Mr Andrew Jenkin, Bailey O’Driscoll, Matthew Gerrans FRONT ROW: Michael French, Joshua Loiacono, Callum Clayton, Daniel Vos, Nicholas Cooley ABSENT: Liam Dellamarta, Jamie Strudwick

3RD XI CRICKET

BACK ROW: James Breust, William Shackles, Michael Tassone, Mr Michael Murphy, Tadhg Glynn, Jacob DelCasale, Julian Raschilla FRONT ROW: Harrison McHardie, Griffin Binning, Cameron Baker, Kyle Wheatley, Sri Krishna Dharmapuri, Louis Tot

4TH XI CRICKET

BACK ROW: Aidan Austen, Aonghas Bradley-Moore, Joseph Dawson, Kane Hughes, Tom Jansen, Nicolas Miller MIDDLE ROW: Oscar Bettini, Fynnigan Langer, Roman Nicolaou, Samuel Peirce, Malaki Rodoreda, Ethan Roux, Seyha Robertson-Zurzolo FRONT ROW: Brayden Dillon, Zachary Hayward, Mr Barry McKenna, Matthew Paulet, Tom Gartside ABSENT: Brody Fowles

5TH XI CRICKET

BACK ROW: Khooshvin Balgobin, Joseph Dawson, Angus Watson, Fynnigan Langer, Seyha Robertson-Zurzolo FRONT ROW: Daniel Santelli, Amal Subi, Christian Nicholls, Matthew Bottega

CRICKET 9A

BACK ROW: Mitchell McGrath, Ashton Cooper, Noah Egitto, Mr Anthony Lunt, Oliver Cranny, Spencer Bluntish, Jarrad Wood FRONT ROW: Flynn Tyson, Jonathan Slater, Zachary Dancewicz, Jedd Busslinger, Kurt Arthur, Finn Gismondi, Taylor Hannah ABSENT: Preston Campbell

CRICKET 9B

BACK ROW: Ryan DeCelis, Zach Brennan, Gavin Ryan, Aaron Seth, Mitchell Tsapazi, Troy Miller MIDDLE ROW: Giuseppe Macri, Thomas Rainsford, Benjamin Shah, Mr Chris Allanson, Logan James, Samuel Farnfield, Anthony Collova FRONT ROW: Antonio Galipo, Benjamin Fels, Gabriel Hamilton, Lachlan Eames, Max Pola, William Rehn

CRICKET 8A

BACK ROW: Evan French, Coby Perry, Jacob Peters, Mr Daniel Bateman, Jacob Wilkie, Eamonn Murray, James Pampacos FRONT ROW: William Day, Lleyton Ardagh, Patrick Parker, Benjamin Palmero, Xavier Binning, Jacob DeSantis

CRICKET 8B

BACK ROW: Zachary Gerrans, Myles Brown, Mr Jason O’Malley, Kiran Thambiran, Daniel Matuszkiewicz FRONT ROW: Gabriel MacFarlane, Michael Lamborn, Ryan Carney, Liam Maher, Alexander Lowe

CRICKET 7A

BACK ROW: Marcus James, Adam De Masi, Alexander Bradley, Mr Corey Miskiewicz, Max Van Noord, Joel Carcich, Dimitri Mazarakis FRONT ROW: Damon Christianopoulos, Zaiden Ladyman, Harry Costa, Matthew Crock, Nicholas Gordon, Efstratios Gavalas, Luke Perlini, Thomas Zinni

CRICKET 7B

BACK ROW: Matthew Maine, Thomas McGrath, Oliver Bransby, Mr Ben Gianatti, Max Hewitt, Luca Morelli, Miles Morgan FRONT ROW: Kundan Dharmapuri, Max Riggio, Clayton Mott, Finn Johnston, Ryan Kaczmarczyk, Darshan Hawkins, Alex Kaczmarczyk

CRICKET 7C

BACK ROW: Connor Roberts, Joshua Gomes, Liam Stojan, Mr Bailey Gregson, Oliver Pugh, Noah Horgan, Andre Gulluni FRONT ROW: Madoc Lanfear Appleby, Brandon Locke, Pierce Edmonds, Aodhan Seale, Jack Rundle

TRINITY COLLEGE ANNUAL 2018 219 CROSS COUNTRY