The 2024/25 cricket season for the College commenced under picturesque skies at “Royal Hylton” this past Tuesday. It’s always nice to begin the season with a local derby, and for this fixture we were challenged by St Peter’s Catholic College, Tuggerah.

After winning the toss, St Peter’s elected to bat. James McCann (2/15) got St Edward’s off to a flying start, taking two wickets in his first over and having St Peter’s rattled early at 2/2. Some defensive lapses allowed our opponents back in the game. Our spinners then entered the fray, limiting scoring opportunities. In a case of “why didn’t we throw him the ball earlier?”, Nick Snelson bowled the final over of the innings capturing a remarkable 3/2.

Our batting innings was steady from the outset. Hugh Wheeler (39) and Harry Tobin (29) controlled some tight bowling and chased down the target with four overs remaining.

Final result:        St Edward’s 4/99 def St Peter’s 8/98.