Cricket

Fassifern’s cricket quality shines in exceptional awards

FASSIFERN’S highly credentialled cricket connection was acknowledged with multiple awards at the latest Cricket Ipswich presentation night. Freiberg sisters Hannah and Keely were among the winners, along with dad Brad. The dedicated Freiberg...

David Lems

09 Apr 2025

Sport

Bushrangers juniors in expanding cricket success

FASSIFERN Bushrangers junior coach Gary Lindsay gains incredible satisfaction seeing young cricketers enjoy their sport and develop new skills. The self-confessed “cricket tragic” had extra reasons to savour a series of Fassifern association...

David Lems

26 Mar 2025

Sport

Bushies never gave up in gallant semi-final effort

IT was always going to be a difficult semi-final assignment after Springfield Lions batting ace Rahul Bal smashed 84 off 42 deliveries. However, the Fassifern Bushrangers never gave up the fight, dismissing eight Lions batsmen before the latest...

David Lems

26 Mar 2025

Sport

Murray going fishing after winning Coronation Park home ground tribute

POPULAR Coronation Park groundsman Murray Schneider appreciated being recognized at the recent Fassifern Cricket Association (FCA) anniversary. “It was lovely. That 125 year night was like a farewell,” he said, after earlier announcing he was...

David Lems

19 Mar 2025

Sport

‘Level-headed’ Paul steps up cricket commitment

ACTING Cricket Ipswich (CI) president Paul Newlove has left the door open to nominating for a full-time position in the future. However, the highly regarded Fassifern born and bred administrator is keen to continue serving country and city cricket...

David Lems

19 Mar 2025

Sport

Tennis ace Graham keen to become cricket hit

WITH a powerful tennis forehand and superior skills around the court, Graham Prickett could easily become a handy cricketer. After his first taste of senior cricket with the Fassifern Bushrangers, Graham is hoping for more opportunities in the...

David Lems

12 Mar 2025

Sport

Major milestone: Lifetime praise for Fassifern cricket

THE Fassifern Cricket Association (FCA)’s latest life member Darren Noe praised the efforts of his predecessors after being recognized at the organisation’s 125th anniversary function. “To enjoy it with the other life members is an honour,”...

David Lems

05 Mar 2025

Sport

Tom’s terrific effort in surprise Bushrangers loss

EVER dependable Bushrangers allrounder Thomas Lehmann displayed his true grit compiling his highest score for the Fassifern cricket side. However, his 40 not out anchoring a rescue mission was not enough as the Bushies fell 19 runs short of victory...

David Lems

05 Mar 2025

Sport

Bushrangers double celebration for milestone occasion

IT was the perfect time for the Fassifern Bushrangers to produce one of their best performances in many games. They upstaged Third Division competition rivals Los Redbacks at Coronation Park before honouring the Fassifern Cricket Association’s...

David Lems

26 Feb 2025

Sport

Teacher’s cricket lesson keeps Bushies in hunt

THE Fassifern Bushrangers have consolidated a top three spot for the Post-Christmas finals after a tremendous all-round effort by teacher Jack Freeman. The Bushies have another shot at the competition-leading LOS Redbacks returning to Coronation...

David Lems

19 Feb 2025

Sport

Helping Bushies keeps Marshall connected to sport

SCENIC Rim Councillor Marshall Chalk has achieved many successes in his accomplished sporting career. He represented the Canberra Raiders in 71 NRL matches and made 13 appearances for Welsh Super League side Crusaders between 2004 and 2009. The...

David Lems

12 Feb 2025

Sport

Victorious Bushies brace for Lions test; Sean’s great save

THE Bushrangers are building winning momentum with some help from regular performers and a teacher returning to Boonah. Having played for the Bushies in the past, allrounder Jack Freeman returned in the latest 62-run victory over Centrals, providing...

David Lems

05 Feb 2025

Sport

Qld players share in rich Fassifern cricket history

QUEENSLAND Masters allrounder Graham Andrews still gains immense satisfaction playing for Fassifern. The consistent Bushrangers opening batsman and medium pace bowler regularly inspires the next generation with his performances. “It’s been great...

David Lems

05 Feb 2025

Sport

Fassifern cricket celebration rich in tradition

SITTING in the old grandstand at Coronation Park, Ian Pocock recalls many great memories during his time involved with the Fassifern Cricket Association (FCA). The current FCA president and former player said the grandstand used before the opening...

David Lems

29 Jan 2025

Sport

Fantastic efforts revive Bushies’ Post-Christmas hopes

TWO outstanding individual efforts and a massive opening partnership provided the boost the Fassifern Bushrangers needed to remain in the Post-Christmas finals hunt. After a washout and loss to the Los Redbacks, the Bushies returned to their...

David Lems

29 Jan 2025

Sport

Bushrangers on mission to strike back after Redbacks victory

FASSIFERN Bushrangers captain Grant Harvey is banking on a run of momentum-building wins after his team fell victim to Third Division cricket rivals LOS Redbacks for the second time in weeks. The Bushrangers were bowled out for 165 in the 34th over...

David Lems

22 Jan 2025

Sport

Washout frustration: Bushrangers keen to build on consistency

ASTUTE Fassifern Bushrangers captain Grant Harvey was disappointed to lose the first scheduled match of 2025 to wet weather. Forty millimetres of rain in Boonah last Friday night made it impossible for the opening game against Strollers Mallara to...

David Lems

15 Jan 2025

Sport

Bushrangers chasing more title glory

STAND-IN Fassifern Bushrangers captain Graham Andrews enjoys every opportunity to lead his side in the Cricket Ipswich Third Grade competition. However, his three most recent stints replacing regular skipper Grant Harvey have resulted in washouts...

David Lems

18 Dec 2024

Sport

Finishing touches needed for top Fassifern assets

Opinion AS we head into the Christmas break, it’s timely to thank all the hard-working Fassifern sports officials, players coaches and volunteers for their ongoing contributions. It’s immensely satisfying chatting to everyone during my weekend...

David Lems

18 Dec 2024