Match Reports - Saturday, 31 October 2026

1st Grade: Stockton dominate University in 98-run victory

Stockton & Northern Districts produced an excellent all-round performance to record a commanding 98-run victory over University in Saturday’s 1st Grade fixture.

Batting first, Stockton compiled an imposing 6/236 from their 50 overs. Benjamin Whitty scored his first half century in the top grade and provided the early momentum with a fluent 56 from 36 deliveries, striking seven boundaries, before Adrian Chad took control of the innings with an unbeaten 65 from 75 balls.

Chad received valuable support from Chad Mackey, who produced a damaging late innings of 47 not out from just 32 deliveries. Their partnership ensured Stockton finished with a total well beyond University’s reach. Jake Hainsworth contributed 18 at the top of the order, while Lucas Vincent added 15.

University’s pursuit never gathered sufficient momentum, with Stockton applying consistent pressure throughout the innings. Tyler McInnes led the bowling attack with an outstanding 3/30 from eight overs, while Ed Williams returned an economical 2/10 from 5.3 overs. Aaron Bills, Josh McTaggart and Adrian Chad each claimed a wicket as University was dismissed for 138.

The comprehensive victory was built on strong contributions throughout the side and an impressive display with both bat and ball.

2nd Grade: Tight contest decided in University’s favour

Stockton & Northern Districts fell narrowly short in a closely contested 2nd Grade match against University.

Batting first, Stockton posted 8/175 from their 40 overs. Lachlan Hancock anchored the innings with an excellent 58 from 77 deliveries, including five boundaries, while Jamie Larsen made a valuable 22 from 60 balls.

The middle order struggled to build sustained partnerships, but late contributions from Ronaldo Caponecchia and Daniel Foster gave Stockton something to defend. Caponecchia finished unbeaten on 14, while Foster added 18 not out. Extras also contributed 27 to the final total.

University reached 6/178 in 36.1 overs, despite a determined bowling effort from Stockton. Mac Crowe was the standout with 3/33 from five overs, while Lachlan Brown, Ronaldo Caponecchia and Daniel Foster each collected a wicket.

Stockton continued to fight throughout the innings, but University ultimately reached the target with four wickets remaining.

3rd Grade: Four-wicket haul not enough as University prevail

Stockton & Northern Districts suffered a three-wicket defeat against University in a competitive 3rd Grade encounter.

Batting first, Stockton was dismissed for 101 in 36.2 overs with only Kye Zanardi (40) and Matt Whitty (22) producing any scored of note.. However, Stockton was unable to establish the substantial partnership needed to push the total beyond 100.

University’s chase was far from straightforward. Kyle Zanardi produced a superb bowling performance, claiming 4/20 from eight overs and repeatedly bringing Stockton back into the contest. Brodie Cox returned 1/22, while Ashton Blake also collected a wicket.

University eventually reached 7/105, securing victory by three wickets. Although the result went against Stockton, Zanardi’s four-wicket haul and the side’s determination in defending a modest total were encouraging features of the performance.

4th Grade: Unbeaten Watson guides Stockton to six-wicket win

Stockton & Northern Districts recorded a convincing six-wicket victory over University after successfully chasing 157 in the 4th Grade fixture.

University batted first and finished with 6/156 from its 40 overs. Stockton’s bowling attack worked hard throughout the innings, with Tyson Green leading the way with an impressive 3/24 from eight overs. Harry Young claimed 2/44, while Jeff Young picked up the remaining wicket.

The fielding effort also played an important role, with Logan Green taking two catches.

Stockton’s response was led by an outstanding partnership between Ethan Kopec and Thomas Watson. Kopec struck 53 from 67 deliveries, including seven fours and a six, to provide the innings with a strong foundation.

Watson then guided the chase to completion with an unbeaten 65 from 74 balls. His composed innings featured eight boundaries and ensured Stockton remained in control despite losing four wickets. Harry Young offered valuable support with 13 not out as Stockton reached 4/158.

The victory was an excellent team performance, highlighted by Green’s three-wicket haul and Watson’s match-winning unbeaten innings.

Division 6: Wallsend edge Stockton in final-over contest

Stockton battled hard but was narrowly defeated by Wallsend in a closely fought Division 6 fixture.

Batting first, Stockton posted 9/160 from its 35 overs. Michael O’Neill top-scored with 41 from 91 deliveries, providing stability at the top of the order.

Lennon O’Connor lifted the scoring rate with an important 35 from 18 balls, striking four boundaries and a six. Jonah Lancaster contributed 20, while David York finished unbeaten on 21. York’s late contribution, together with 25 extras, helped Stockton reach a competitive total.

Wallsend’s chase was driven by a decisive century from Raja Veera Satya Jagadeep Pyeramsetti, who scored 107 from 62 deliveries, including 10 fours and six sixes.

Stockton continued to compete and forced Wallsend to bat into the 33rd over, but the visitors reached 5/161 to complete a five-wicket victory. Despite the result, Stockton remained in the contest until late in the innings and received useful batting contributions from several players.