The young 3XI performed admirably in an opening defeat against a strong Bramhall team
The young 3XI performed admirably in an opening defeat against a strong Bramhall team comprising of a far higher proportion of adults. The lads kept their composure in the field against two capable openers as Bramhall set a daunting total of 168/1 off 20 overs with 14 year old Aaron Jones the pick of the bowlers taking the only wicket. Keon Taleb, another junior making his debut in senior cricket also got through 4 useful overs with his wily offspin. Chasing such a challenging target was always going to be a tough as for such a young team but Ashton got off to a good start with Alex “Fish” Gilbert scoring a well crafted 29. Tom Stockton, Isaac Jones and wicket keeper Joe Barlow also making his senior debut all chipped in with useful runs. The innings lost momentum though in the middle of the innings with wickets falling at just the wrong time and Ashton concluding their 20 overs with a total of 106/7. A tough opening day at the office but plenty of positives to take from this first outing with 3 under 15’s, two 16 year olds making senior debuts and the captaincy of 19 year old Adam Heap which was measured and impressive throughout. Onto the next one, Marple at home next Sunday. (Thanks to Matt Jones for the photos)
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