First Cricket Game

Today is Sam's first real cricket game for his school. Whites and all. Here you can see some of the protective gear he has to wear. Not bad for a truly non-contact sport, all to protect from a little red ball.

Here's his batting stance.

And suddenly it's time. He walks out to the crease. It's a lonely walk. Notice how green it is here. Public grounds such as the local oval are the only places with green grass any more here. We've had oly 1.6mm of rain so far this year! The oval is situated on top of a hill, and surrounded by beautiful Australian bush.

His first run off the bat, as he deflects the ball past the wicket keeper.

A few overs later, the ball bounced high and he hit it into the air.

The fielder waited.

And waited.

And held it. So Sam was out for 2. Not a bad effort first up.

Time for his team to field. And here he is bowling.

Sam was the only bowler to claim a wicket (the rest were run outs etc).

Although his team lost on the day Sam had a great day and can't wait until next Saturday morning for the next game.