Ballymena under-15 cricketers enjoy win over neighbours

BALLYMENA under-15s enjoyed a victory over neighbours Muckamore at Moylena last week.
By The Newsroom
Published 1st Jun 2012, 10:00 BST

The home side won the toss, batted first and compiled 102 for 3.

Ballymena’s opening bowlers Dean Reynolds and Josh Scott performed impressively in perfect batting conditions.

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The home side were always looking to accerlate but were kept in check by accurate bowling from Sam Glass, Chris Petticrew and Marcus Rea.

Muckamore captain Sam Gordon carried his bat for 47 not out. Lee Scroggie did a good job behind the stumps in trying circumstances.

In reply Ballymena made a poor start, losing two quick wickets but an excellent partnership between opener Calvin Smyth and Dean Reynolds put the visitors in the driving seat.

Muckamore didn’t help their cause by conceeding no less than 38 extras in wides and byes.

Calvin Smyth showed excellent temperament and finished on 33 not out as Ballymena eased to a five-wicket win with six overs remaining.

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