Cricket

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

Sport

Top Fassifern officials hope to light up 2025

FASSIFERN Cricket Association (FCA) president Ian Pocock has two extra reasons to be excited about next year as leading regional administrators share what’s on their wish lists. The FCA committee is planning a 125th anniversary reunion and...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Fassifern Guardian

Youth, experience seals gritty Bushrangers win

TWO of Fassifern’s exciting cricket prospects combined with an ageless warrior to lift the Bushrangers to the brink of another grand final. Teenage batting talent Jack Newlove provided massive impetus with 42 not out off 31 balls before athletic...

David Lems

11 Dec 2024

Sport

Bushrangers brothers deliver cricket team bond

LIKE many sporting brothers, Cole and Logan Grimsey often engage in some friendly banter playing cricket. However, the main bond is one of encouragement as they further their careers with the Fassifern Bushrangers.

David Lems

04 Dec 2024

Sport

Farm life keeps Bushrangers stalwart Geoff batting on

WELL-TRAVELLED cricketer Geoff Freiberg keeps playing a valuable role aged 66 and having retired after decades of farm work. However, the Fassifern Bushrangers opener has no intention trying to match another team stalwart Graham Andrews who recently...

David Lems

27 Nov 2024

Sport

Timely Bushrangers boost from last-gasp win

AFTER guiding his team to a thrilling last-over victory, Fassifern Bushrangers captain Grant Harvey was more focused on his team performance than his winning score. Harvey was 41 not out when fill-in batting partner Daniel Brannelly hit the winning...

David Lems

20 Nov 2024

Sport

Bushrangers beaten by run rate rule

LOSING a cricket match under the Duckworth-Lewis formula often raises more questions than answers. Could the beaten team have scored an extra 20 runs or capitalized better on a strong position with the ball? Was enough effort put in at crucial...

David Lems

13 Nov 2024

Sport

Maroon community event on winning Wicket

THE Maroon Single Wicket has generated wonderful community spirit for the past 49 years. It has grown from a small group of cricketers testing the concept in 1975 to decades of excitement and fundraising for Maroon State School. However, many of the...

David Lems

13 Nov 2024

Sport

Graham’s epic effort in huge Bushrangers win

IN-FORM Fassifern Bushrangers opener Graham Andrews thrived in blustery conditions and with shorter boundaries to add another milestone to his ever-growing list of achievements. The seasoned cricketer scored an incredible 176 off just 116 balls in...

David Lems

06 Nov 2024

Sport

Maroon braces for annual centre of community attention

THE 49th Maroon Single Wicket competition on Sunday will bring together a mix of talented cricketers showcasing their skills and testing their luck at a tradition-rich annual event. As Maroon State School P&C president Emma Gnech aptly...

David Lems

06 Nov 2024