But from the get go, the local sides dedicated themselves to train harder and have continued to improve each week following games under the guidance of their coach Dean Schofield. 

With two losses and three wins for the season, Young managed to make it into the semi-final against Parkes. 

“After a fantastic effort from our bowlers, great fielding and catching skills in the outfield and in slips we managed to get Parkes out for 84,” Schofield said.

Incoming batters Ben Schofield (48no), Bevan Foxall (14) and Matt Canellis (16no) set about the task of chasing down these runs. 

They managed to pass Parkes’ total in the 17th over and win the match by nine wickets. 

“It was a dominant performance from our batters,” Schofield said.

“A job well done by all.

“Good luck against Cowra in the grand final this weekend boys. Play hard, support each other and most importantly, go out there and have some fun.”