BDCAW 2023: Marist’s momentum continues with impressive away scalp against in-form Leschenault

One month ago, Marist forfeited its BDCA first grade women’s clash against Leschenault at Forrest Park due to several players having work and personal commitments. On the bottom of the table with only one win, some feared the Blues could’ve been in for a rough season, especially with inspirational leader Jessica Clarke unavailable due to pregnancy. A month later, they are back in the hunt, following Sunday’s three-run win over Leschenault at Leschenault Recreation Park. Winning the toss and batting, the visitors displayed plenty of heart during the middle part of their innings, with Ebony Bilcich (32 off 48 balls), skipper Gabrielle House (47 off 43 balls) and Holly Bilcich (12 off 24 balls) ensuring their side finished on 9-139. Leschenault’s run chase got off to the worst possible start, with overseas star Hollie Perkin dismissed for a three-ball duck after being trapped in front by Quinn Newton. Despite a stellar knock from Ella Harrison (57 off 62 balls), the visitors were able to tighten things up in the closing stages, with Leschenault finishing on 8-136 following House removing Nadene O’Hara on the final ball of the day. In second grade, Harvey-Benger defeated Burekup Queen Bees by 71 runs at the Harvey Recreation Ground where 91 of the 245 total runs scored were extras, while Dalyellup defeated Hay Park by one-wicket.