Capital gain for young cricket players in tournament to remember young Rowan
The Edinburgh side defeated Melrose in the final of the Under 12 Kwik Cricket tournament, after coming through a testing group containing Gala, Selkirk and Kelso.
Melrose squeezed through the other three-team group on runs difference, after Gala and Kelso also won one game each.
The competition is held each year in Rowan Boland’s name.
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Kenny Paterson, Gala CC secretary, said: “We had around 60 children playing cricket in stunning conditions at Meigle Park, which was a great sign for local cricket.
“The Trust has a close connection to Gala CC and we are delighted we were able to host a successful tournament in Rowan’s name.”
Kenny conveyed thanks to all the teams and coaches for coming along, the umpires/scorers for their assistance, the parents who helped with the catering and the Rowan Boland Memorial Trust, which sponsored the food and refreshments supplied to all the players.