First game on their new field a success

Many were thanked on their day for helping Old Bens reach this milestone and they hope to keep the same company as the years go on.

December 26, 2020

Jemma Pringle 2 minutes read

Old Bens cricket team could not wait to begin their game on the new home ground.

Old Benonians cricket team recently played their first friendly game against Laerskool Rynfield on their newly implemented field. According to Shaun Kruger, cricket chairperson, the day was a resounding success.

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“We were extremely happy with the performance of both teams. The new pitch was great and well prepared. “The outfield had some wet patches caused by the rain on Friday evening but we managed to play the full game. This was a huge step forward for Old Bens Cricket,” he explained.

Teams, coaches and committee went mad with excitement as the ribbon was cut to begin the game.

Kevin Oliver (left) and Zieg Roos from Rynfield XI were excited to begin their game against Old Benonians.

Zieg Roos (Left, Rynfield XI Captain) and Keegan John Caixeiro (Old Bens Captain).

Matt Feiertag (left), Matthew Standen, Keegan John Caixeiro and Kyle Stirk looking forward to the first game.

Rynfield XI team. Photos: Jemma Pringle.

A cake in celebration of their first game on their new field.

Matthew Standen with Hanre van Deventer.

Matthew Standen with Keegan John Caixeiro.

Matthew Standen with Ethan Wepener, who was the best bowler on the day.

Matthew Standen with Sheldon Kruger, who was named the best all rounder.

Matthew Standen (left) with Ruben Rudolph, who was named master blaster.

Matthew Standen (left) with Zieg Roos who top scored.

The winners of the friendly were Laerskool Rynfield who batted first, scoring 282/5 and Old Bens replied with 145 all out. “There was great spirit seen on the day, amongst the boys, and we couldn’t be happier of this outcome,” he said. “Spectators consisted of the player’s parents and invited guests and an online Covid-19 questionnaire was completed by all players and parents as well as social distancing was maintained,” he said. Many were thanked on their day for helping Old Bens reach this milestone and they hope to keep the same company as the years go on. “Firstly I would like to thank the committee for their hard work and dedication. Des Gamble and his team for the construction of the new field. “Sascha Caixeiro from BELL and The Cricket Shop Boksburg for the great prizes sponsored. “Riaan Booyse, Michael Ferreira and their Laerskool Rynfield 1st XI for being a part of the day,” he concluded.

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The following prizes were awarded: • Keegan John Caixeiro: Batting award 41 runs • Zieg Roos: Top score 48 not out • Sheldon Kruger: All-rounder bowling 1/7, two stumping’s and 37 not out • Ethan Wepener: Best bowler 2/17 • Ruben Rudolph: Master blaster, 37 runs from 17 balls • Robert Birch: Boerewors Award (two dropped catches) • Hanrė van Deventer: Two maidens bowled The coaches felt that the players on each team deserved a mention as they worked really hard and had a successful day that they should be proud of. Rynfield XI: Zieg Roos, Ruben Rudolph, Hanrė Van Deventer, Sheldon Kruger, Liam Du Plessis, Stephan Vermaak, Kevin Oliver, Wian Riekert, Tristan Wepener, Ethan Wepener and Johndre Pienaar. Old Bens XI: Keegan John Caixeiro, Matt Feiertag, Ektoras Meyer, Kyle Stirk, Hanroux Siemens, Ryan Hickley, Robert Birch, Wyatt Johnson, Jordan Stapelberg, Waldo Bongers and Kearan Weyers. If you would like to be a part of the team or find out any information contact Madelyn Kruger, Club Captain on 082 876 7150.