Cricket

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

Sport

All-rounder Alex praises Bushrangers teamwork

VALUABLE Fassifern Bushrangers contributor Alex Pressler is reluctant to single out his all-rounder ability in a team with several committed cricketers. However, when his bowling and batting comes together in a match, he is happy to have played an...

David Lems

30 Oct 2024

Sport

Loyal Rowan regaining his Hornets rhythm

BOONAH bred cricketer Rowan Lutter always enjoyed a healthy rivalry growing up with his twin Sean. The accomplished brothers continue to provide experience and leadership when they represent the Ipswich Hornets in Queensland Premier Grade or Second...

David Lems

30 Oct 2024

Sport

Bushrangers master keen to help out

AFTER a previous successful stint representing Queensland in masters cricket, reliable allrounder Graham Andrews is happy to focus on the Fassifern Bushrangers this season. His experience and all-round cricket wisdom is particularly important...

David Lems

23 Oct 2024

Sport

Bushrangers miss chance to storm home

THE Fassifern Bushrangers were most likely saved by thunder around Coronation Park in their opening match of the latest Cricket Ipswich Third Grade season. While captain Grant Harvey was unbeaten on 13 when the game was abandoned and called a draw...

David Lems

16 Oct 2024

Sport

Bushrangers looking for new openers

THE Fassifern Bushrangers will need to build a new opening partnership after losing two of their most experienced players for the Cricket Ipswich Third Grade season. Mitch Neuendorf, the competition’s highest run scorer in recent seasons, has...

David Lems

09 Oct 2024

Sport

Loyal Hornets mentor backs young guns

AS captain of the former Ipswich Logan Hornets, Mark Rasmussen saw how experienced players can deny rising talents opportunities in first grade. Rasmussen led the early Hornets sides, from 2012, working with seasoned campaigners like Geoff Paulsen...

David Lems

25 Sep 2024

Sport

Trinity takes on cricket development roles with valued mentor

AMBITIOUS Marburg-bred cricketer Trinity Doyle will have a highly-respected ally assisting her in expanded Ipswich Hornets roles next season. Trinity, 17, is one of the Hornets’ most exciting prospects having been selected in Queensland under-19...

David Lems

10 Jul 2024

Sport

Cricket Ipswich’s top player shares new mission with Qld Bulls

IPSWICH Hornets bowling spearhead Jem Ryan is focusing on his fitness until he launches his exciting higher-level cricket career. Ryan, 19, will begin his Queensland Bulls Rookie contract early next month, fresh from his stellar season for the...

David Lems

08 May 2024