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The St.Bernards OCCC 2009/10 season over after the freak storms that hit Melbourne over the weekend. With none of the 3 teams who made the finals finishing in the top 2 a win was the only way to advance to the grand final. The 2nd XI were able to face 21 overs on Saturday crumbling to 6/35 before rain stopped play. A total of 7 overs were bowled on day 1 in the thirds as Hoppers managed 0/21 off 7 overs, While the 4th XI bowled 20 overs at Greenvale before the biggest storm to ever hit St.Bernards stopped play for the rest of the weekend. The thrid XI were the only side able to get play underway on day 2, and got off to a good start before allowing the Hoppers middle order to get the total to 158. With fading light and storms on the way the thirds also crumbled to 7/64 before umpires called play off due to rain.
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The junior section of the club had a successful weekend, with 3 out of the 5 sides in the finals progressing to their respective grand finals. The Under 12 A’s had a great win reaching 6/162 and then restricting the opposition Moonee Valley to 4/97. The Under 12 C’s had an amazing win. After their opposition Westmeadows made 2/112, the boys scored the winnings runs on the last ball of the day, finishing up at 7/113. The Under 12 F’s unfortunately were beaten by Strathmore by 9 wickets. They were bowled out for 63 and Strathmore made the runs 1 wicket down. The 14 A’s, who finished on top of the ladder, have progressed to the grand final with a win over Moonee Valley. Our boys batted first and made 160 and then managed to restrict their opposition to 9/134. The Under 16 B’s ended their season very disappointingly. After winning the toss the boys batted first and no one was able to occupy the crease for an extended period of time, being bowled out for 76, with extras top scoring. Hadfield then managed to chase down the runs for the loss of one wicket.

With a number of talented 16’s finishing up their junior careers, it would be great to see all of those boys that are finished back at the Home Of Cricket next season to play seniors. Positive seasons for all junior sides and let’s hope that all 3 sides in the grand final are successful.

IT has been quite a successful year for the snowdogs following last year having all senior and junior teams in the finals - this year we have our 2's, 3's, 4's in the finals along with the U16's, U14 A's and all 3 under 12 sides.

The 1st XI have missed out on a spot in the Senior Division finals after going down to Airport West St.Christophers. Bowling them out for 172 we could only manage 152, before APWSC made 6/119 dec setting us 140 for victory. The boys could only manage 7/101 in reply. With the loss the first XI finished 7th on the ladder. The 2nds had a massive win at home vs APWSC after smashing them for 327 on day 1, were then able to take 16 wickets on day 2 to secure a spot in the four.
The 3rd XI were able to make 205 out at Spottswood in a must win game if they were to play finals, on day two they were able to bowl them out for 131 in a fantastic display of swing bowling. The 4th XI were playing off for a home final against 2nd places Greenvale. They were able to bowl them out for 164, but failed in their run chase being bowled out for 133.

One week after coach Rex Bennet described the Third XI's effort of being bowled out for 67 as the worst day of cricket he'd whitnessed at the club, the First XI were bowled out 60, all but ending their finals aspirations. With heavy rain Thursday and Friday, and then hours of annoying mist on Saturday morning day 2 was delayed by 2 hours for the first XI, while all other sides were unable to play. Chris Spinella(18) was the only batsmen to make more than 10, while the dogs were 3-38, only needed to bat the day out to get 3 points they went on to lose 7-22 to be all out for 60.

With all 4 teams needing a win to secure a spot in the finals, 3 of the 4 games are in the balance after day 1. The first XI sent Altona North in, and bowled them out for 187. The 2nd XI again had a middle order collapse being bowled our for 166, losing their last 7 for less than 70 runs. The Thirds XI put up one of the most disapointing performances by any of the 4 teams this season. Being bowled out for 67, with only two batsmen making more than 5 runs. Their opponent Hoppers Crossing have already claimed first innings points, and are 2/77. The 4th XI also batted first and made 159, and have Doutta 2/33.

The final two games have become the most important of the season as all 4 Snowdogs teams charge towards the March finals, Selection has heated up. Click here to view the teams.

St Bernard's Old Collegians (7-247 declared) are inside the top-four after blasting Spotswood (106 and 102) to smithereens at the Murphy Oval in West Essendon.
The Snowdogs claimed outright victory on the back of a 172-run opening stand by Duncan Snell (134 not out) and Chris Spinella (75).

Click here to view the article, or click here to read captains reviews.

St.Bernards OCCC have launched a new photo page for all their photos thorughout the season. Photo's will be uploaded onto the new page whenever possible during the season. The page is run through flickr.com - an online image hosting community - Click here to view the dogs flickr page.

Up until Saturday the SBOCCC had never won a senior division, going into day 2 0/130, and a 24 run lead the goal was always going to be to secure an ouright win. Bernards went on to make 7/247 dec. with Duncan Snell making a marvelous 134 opening the batting, well supported by Chris Spinella who made 75. Bernards then bowled Spotty out for 102. The 2nd XI had a very good win at Spottswood, winning by 93 runs. The Third XI had to work hard for their 59 run win against East Keilor, making it 5 wins from their last 6 games. The 4th XI weren't able to keep their unbeaten season alive, going down to East Keilor by 3 wickets.

Tim Raffle made his first XI debut this weekend making him the 2nd player to do so in two weeks. It was a baptism of fire for Raffle who came into the side for a must win clash against Spottswood. Batting at 8 and needing quick runs Tim manged 7 runs, with his first runs being a 4 down the ground. Click here to see tims first runs.

The cricketers have won the 4th annual SBOCCC V SBOCFC Australia Day eve 2020 match. The match was a very comptetitive affair, with some big shots played by both teams. Duncan Snell was the best for the Cricketers with 46, while many of the match Tom Godsell smashed 66 off 35 balls.

17 year old young gun Jack Gay will make his 1st XI debut this week. It is a tremendous effort for a player so young to be making his 1st XI debut in the highest grade possible of the VTCA. Jack has strung together strong performances opening the bowling in the 2nd XI this year and has worked his was into the side. Good luck Jack!

This week see's crunch matched for all 4 senior sides at St.Bernards. The first XI must win to keep in touch with the 4, the 2nd XI are sitting 3rd on top of a 7 team log jam for the final two spots in the 4, while the 3rds will be looking for a better performance than they showed last year at Seddon to create a larger gap between themself and 5th spot. The 4ths (still yet to lose) could see themself out of the 4 with a loss. Click here to for the selection news. GO DOGS!

The first XI have continured to struggle after going 3-0 to start the season, losing their next 4 games. This time to Keilor at home. Making 150 batting first, Keilor passed the total 9 wickets down. The second XI played Keilor in Keilor and also batted first, making 6/162 were then able to skittle Keilor 2nds for 99. The 3rd XI continued their hot form beating Yarraville Club, Also batting first made 156 and restricted the visitors to 8/123 after being 1/70. They now move into the top 4, joining the 2nd and 4th XI.

The year 2010 will kick off at home V Keilor for the first XI while, the 2nd XI will travel to Keilor. The Thirds are at home in a crunch match against Yarraville Club. The 4th XI have a bye.

Round 4 ended with mixed results for the dogs with the 1st XI suffering their first loss this season to Youlden Parkville at home. The 2nd XI had a massive outright win over the Youlden Parkville seconds, while the 3rd XI had their second win in a row, beating Sunshine United convincingly. Click here to read all about it

Congratulations from all Snowdogs go to 1sts wicketkeeper / batsman Chris Spinella who has not only been selected in the VTCA North Under 21s squad for a series of representative matches, but who has also been named as Captain.

This is a fine reward for Chris who has had an outstanding start to the season, making 226 runs in 3 matches so far, as well as displaying his usual fine keeping skills behind the stumps. It is also great recognition for St Bernard's in the VTCA to have the Captain of this squad from our club.

The first Under 21 match is on this Sunday 22 November, 11.30am at Windy Hill. Get down and support Spaz in action if you have the chance. There are two other Under 21 games on Sundays coming up, one at Keilor and the other at Arden Street. Good luck Spaz!

Click here for the full squad and fixture.

SBOCC had a solid first day to round with the First XI bowling Youlden Parkville out for 152 although they are 3/22 at stumps. The 2nd XI had a massive day, making 368 and having Youlden Parkville 3/11 at stumps - Greg Garth 83, Jack Gay 77, Anthony Jordan 50, John Hellard 45, Jason Bourke 44 all smacked the opposition attack around. Jack Gay backed up his 77 with 2/10. The 3rd XI were in trouble early being 2/0 off 7 before a solid partnership between Jake Dunell (67) and Kevin O'Connell (57) helped get the dogs to 8/208.

The Snowdogs 2020 side are through to round 3 of the McGrath Foundation 2020 VTCA North Section competition after knocking off fellow Senior Division opponents Spottswood by 10 wickets on Tuesday night. Jordan Mills took 3 wickets while Craig Osborne 37* and Evert Bekker 33* were all that was needed to claim victory.

The St.Bernards Old Collegians Cricket Club are undefeated in Senior Division after a strong round 3 win over McKinnon. Lead by a brilliant but unlucky 99 from Chris Spinella and 5/51 from Luke Davis the first XI ran out victors against the South Division opponents.

Our 1st XI showed that they are more than just competitive after our promotion to senior division with another convincing win at the weekend, this time against last years finalists Royal Park Brunswick.

This currently has the snowdogs placed on top of Senior Division ladder after 2 very good wins.

Results in the other XI's were mixed, with the 2nds and 2rds both suffering losses. Click here to read the match reports from round 2.

This weekend the first XI take on South Caulfield at home on Saturday while the 2nd XI travel to South Caulfield, 3rds are at home on Sunday against OEGCC and the 4ths travel to Greenvale on Sunday as well. Click to see selection.

spring is here and the racing carnival is upon us yet again, which means one thing...the Snowdogs Quaddie Challenge is back for another season, can Nick Serrano make it a hat-trick of wins or will there be a new punter to collect the main cash prize!? The competition has maintained its structure; so for the experienced punters of this challenge or new entrants please read below for the rules on how the scoring system and tip entering works. All entrants must create an account and reigster a username and password on the competition forum where you must enter your tips each week. Please go to http://quaddiechallenge.forumcircle.com/portal.php and complete the registration process!

The 2009-10 VTCA fixture has finally been released. St.Bernards will kick off their return to Senior Division at home Vs South Caulfield, While the 2nd XI will take on South Caulfield away. As will be the case all the year the 2nd fixture will be the opposite to the first XI. The thirds will play on Sunday in a rivavlry match against Essendon Grammar at home, While the 4ths will travel to East Keilor.

The committee recently appointed the captains for all senior teams for the coming season. We look forward to all on-field leaders continuing to develop our cricketers and lead successful teams once again: Club Coach - Rex Bennett 1st XI Captain - Craig Osborne 2nd XI Captain - Mick Thom 3rd XI Captain - Rex Bennett 4th XI Captain - John Jordan Craig and Mick have both been away on extended overseas holidays celebrating their success as premiership captains last season! Both will return home shortly in time for the new season! Go Snowdogs!

It is with great pleasure that we announce that Duncan Snell will be joining the Snowdogs as an international player for the upcoming season. Duncan is well known at St Bernard's from his time with us as an international back in 2005 / 06. He had a very successful year with us then being a major contributor to a team that made the North A finals, only to lose a close Semi Final. Duncan won the 1st XI Bowling Award with an impressive 19 wickets at an average of 13.21. He was also a force with the bat, scoring 425 runs at an average of 32.69.
Snelly has just completed a wonderful season in the Yorkshire County Premier League, helping his club York CC clinch the Premiership. He has scored 1,013 runs in the League at an average of 56.28 in what is one of England's strongest club cricket competitions.
He impressed all at the club back then with his attitude to cricket and his engaging personality, and with a further 4 years of cricket experience since he was last with us, he will be a major asset to the club as we take on Senior Division. We look forward to having Snelly back with the Snowdogs again!

A cardio and full on workout session at ERGFIT Gym, 424 Mt Alexander Road, Ascot Vale (opposite Laurel Hotel / Dan Murphy's). A new initiative this season, come and have a good fitness workout with an instructor that Rex has lined up for us at this new venue. Session commences at 8.00pm sharp and goes for one hour but some paperwork must be completed beforehand so please arrive in good time. Cost of this session is $5 each so please bring on the night, the remaining cost is being subsidised by the club. These cardio workouts will be on the next 2 Monday nights, Monday 7th & 14th Sept.

At the recent Annual General Meeting and Season Launch, the Committee for the season ahead was confirmed. Ross Rodgers has decided to step down as a Vice President of the club, and from the Committee, after many years. Jason Bourke was elected to replace Ross as a Vice President. Congratulations to Tom Isaacs, who has stepped up to take a place on the Committee.All other Committee positions remain the same as last year:

President: Anthony Jordan
Vice Presidents: John Raffle & Jason Bourke
Secretary: Anthony Garvey
Assistant Secretary: Travis Carrick
Treasurer: Terry Davis
Junior Coordinator: Duncan Hefter
General Committee: Glenn Scarborough, Luke Davis, Tristan Kassis, Kevin O'Connell, Mick Thom, Ivan Jurcic, Tom Isaacs.

The Committee looks forward to working hard to make 2009/10 another very successful season of cricket at St Bernard's.

St.Bernards Old Collegians Cricket Club are now on Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and have a mobile internet site. We will be using them to broadcast details on events, trainings and match results so that people who do not view the main site regularly will keep in touch. The mobile internet site is www.stbernardsoccc.com/mobile.htm, you can view the other by clicking on the links. Check us out!

The first cricket training session of the Pre-Season will be THIS SATURDAY MORNING, 15 AUGUST, 10.00AM - 12.00PM at the St Bernard's Nets.
It is forecast to be 20 degrees on Saturday so perfect time to get the cricket gear out and come down for a hit and roll the arm over.
For the first few weeks of the pre-season we will be training WEDNESDAY nights at St Bernards, commencing at 5.45pm, either up on the hockey courts or at the nets, depending on light and conditions. The first Wednesday night session will be next week, Wednesday 19 August.
Into September there will be further announcements as to further sessions. Hope to see you at training soon as we embark on the challenge of preparing for cricket in Senior Division of the VTCA.

Any notifications as to training availability or attendance please contact Club Coach Rex Bennett on 0412 472 334.

Season 2009/2010 Launch and AGM to be held this coming WEDNESDAY evening from 7:00pm at the NORTH SUBURBAN SPORTS CLUB

Anthony and Felicity Jordan have welcomed their first child into the world, Harry Jack Jordan on the 28th of June at 7pm. The St.Bernards OCCC would like to send their congratulations to the Jordan Family.