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Clubbers women debut

Yarraville Club made history as it fielded a women’s side for the first time.

The Clubbers are fielding a team in the North West Metropolitan Cricket Association women’s T20 western region this season.

Clubbers president David Brown said previously they felt now was the time to introduce women’s cricket to the club.

Match one on Sunday, saw the Clubbers take on Williamstown CYMS.

The CYs made 4-134 from their 20 overs.

Captain Emma Bradwell made 52 not out for the CYs. She made a quick fire 30 at the top of the order before coming back in to finish the innings.

Molly Dunham was the other main contributor, finishing 20 not out.

Simmerdeep Kaur took two wickets for the Clubbers, while Madisen Urso and Tara Brown took one each.

The Clubbers had a number of contributors in their innings but fell just short of victory, finishing 4-131.

Kaur top scored with 34 at the top of the order.

Zoe Day took two wickets for the CYs.

Gellibrand started its season against Maribyrnong Park St Marys.

The Lions made 5-153 from their overs, with Gellibrand finishing 5-145 from their 20 overs.

Burnside Springs United beat Mambourin in the other match by three runs.

Barkly Street Uniting-Druids had a bye.

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