The Centenary Roar | Issue #12

Officially closing the 2025/26 season

As the 2025/26 season comes to a close, we would like to thank every player, volunteer, coach, parent, supporter and sponsor who contributed to another fantastic year at Bentleigh Uniting Cricket Club.

This season was filled with memorable moments across every part of the club, highlighted by premiership success, individual achievements, continued growth in our junior and women’s programs, and the ongoing strength of our club community.

A special congratulations goes to our premiership teams:

• Women’s 1XI

• Men’s 3XI

• U12C

Congratulations also to our Grand Final Best on Ground winners:

• Eliza Sharp – Women’s 1XI

• Queenson Honey D’Costa – Men’s 3XI

• Ryan Pradhan – U12C

  
  

These achievements are a reflection of the work being done across the entire club and the culture being built both on and off the field.

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The kids are alright, well done Units!

The junior program continued to grow throughout season 2025/26, with strong participation numbers, fantastic development across all age groups and another season filled with enjoyment, improvement and team success.

The highlight of the season came with the U12C side claiming a premiership in a terrific team performance. Congratulations to all players, coaches and families involved, with Ryan Pradhan awarded Best on Ground in the Grand Final.

Across the junior program, players continued to develop their cricket while representing the club with great spirit and sportsmanship.

Award Name	Stats	Recipient
2025/26 Wally Wright Award Presented to the U16 Boys Champion Player	125 RUNS @ 15.63 14 WKTS @ 13.43	Ben Dessent
2025/26 James Bruce Award Presented to the U14 Boys Champion Player	6 WKTS @ 16.5 168 RUNS @ 42.0	Benjamin Manakis
2025/26 Longmuir-Tidball Award Presented to the U12 Boys Champion Player	6 WKTS @ 9.5 164 RUNS @ 54.67	Bodhi Duke
2025/26 Swann Family Award Presented to the U12 Girls Champion Player	10 WKTS @ 16 145 RUNS	Ella-Rose Cocking
2025/26 Round 4 U12A V Hampton	5/19	Leo Thiedeman
2025/26 U16 Boys Bowling Average	14 WKTS @ 13.43	Ben Dessent
2025/26 U16 Boys Batting Average	150 RUNS @ 18.75	James Norsworthy
2025/26 U16 Boys Coaches Award		Jesse Downes
2025/26 U14 Boys Bowling Average	5 WKTS @ 8.6	Michael Maling
2025/26 U14 Boys Batting Average	168 RUNS @ 42.0	Benjamin Manakis
2025/26 U14 Boys Coaches Award		Leighton Williamson
2025/26 U14 Boys Coaches Award		Fletcher West
2025/26 U12 Boys A Grade Bowling Average	3 WKTS @ 8.33	Levi Rampling
2025/26 U12 Boys A Grade Batting Average	164 RUNS @ 54.67	Bodhi Duke
2025/26 U12 Boys A Grade Coaches Award		Harrison Davis
2025/26 U12 Girls Bowling Average	10 WKTS @ 16	Ella-Rose Cocking
2025/26 U12 Girls Batting Average	145 RUNS	Ella-Rose Cocking
2025/26 U12 Girls Coaches Award		Bonnie Meier
2025/26 U12 Boys C Grade Bowling Average	16 WKTS @ 5.31	Steele Hall
2025/26 U12 Boys C Grade Batting Average	205 RUNS @ 34.17	Ryan Pradhan
2025/26 U12 Boys C Grade Coaches Award		Lachlan Suenderman
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Lennon Declase
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Udhaya RudhraKumaran Venkatesan
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Patrick Walker
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Harvey Wicks
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Phoenix Hartigan
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Ethan DeCouto
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Arham Dadia
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Finn Duke
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Cooper Still
2025/26 Rookies Rising Star		Ramis Haq

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One of the strongest seasons yet

The men’s program once again showed the depth and strength of the club throughout season 2025/26.

A huge congratulations goes to the Men’s 3XI on securing a premiership, with Queenson Honey D’Costa delivering a match-winning performance to earn Best on Ground honours in the Grand Final.

Across the senior program there were also a number of outstanding individual performances recognised throughout the season.

Senior Major Award Winners

• Aggregate Wickets: Malin Silva – 33 wickets

• Aggregate Runs: Campbell James – 631 runs

• Noel MacPherson Award (Men’s Champion Player): Malin Silva

Notable Senior Performances

Bowling

• Lachlan Still – 7/32 vs CUCC Kings

• Fraser Hall – Hat-trick vs Washington Park

• Hugo Ferdinand – 8/37 vs Washington Park

Batting

• Campbell James – 104* vs West Bentleigh

• Max Millwood – 107 vs Bentleigh ANA

• Harry Zaia – 100 vs Highett West

• Seaver Cowley – 172* vs CUCC Kings

Thank you to all players, captains, coaches, scorers and volunteers who contributed to another successful season across the senior program.

2025/26 Mens 1XI Bowling Average	18 Wickets @ 14.4	Josh Bregazzi
2025/26 Mens 1XI Batting Average	562 runs @ 46.8	Campbell James
2025/26 Mens 2XI Bowling Average	27 wickets @ 13.1	Hugo Ferdinand
2025/26 Mens 2XI Batting Average	221 runs @ 31.6	Rory Drummond
2025/26 Mens 2XI MVP Award		Hugo Ferdinand
2025/26 Mens 3XI Bowling Average	27 wickets @ 11.1	Queenson Honey Dcosta
2025/26 Mens 3XI Batting Average	442 runs @ 63.1	Paul Dessent
2025/26 Mens 3XI MVP Award		James Still
2025/26 Mens 4XI Bowling Average	8 Wickets @ 13.7	Nick Timms
2025/26 Mens 4XI Batting Average	464 runs @ 77.3	Keith Fuller
2025/26 Mens 4XI MVP Award		Keith Fuller
2025/26 Mens 5XI Bowling Average	14 wickets @ 10.6	Greg Brisbane
2025/26 Mens 5XI Batting Average	275 runs @ 91.7	Jonathan Guttmann
2025/26 Mens 5XI MVP Award		Jonathan Guttmann

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History makers

The Women’s Program continued its exciting growth throughout the 2025/26 season, culminating in a fantastic premiership victory for the Women’s 1XI.

The side displayed resilience, consistency and outstanding team spirit throughout the season, with the Grand Final win serving as a reward for the hard work put in by players, coaches and support staff.

Congratulations to Eliza Sharp on being awarded Best on Ground in the Grand Final after a standout performance when it mattered most.

The continued growth of women’s cricket at Bentleigh Uniting is something the entire club is proud of, and we look forward to building even further in seasons to come.

2025/26 Womens 1XI Bowling Average	22 WKTS @ 7.91	Ella Maitland
2025/26 Womens 1XI Batting Average	198 RUNS @ 49.5	Ella Maitland
2025/26 Womens 1XI MVP Award		Ella Maitland
2025/26 Womens 2XI Bowling Average	8 WKTS @ 17	Inbar Shlomo
2025/26 Womens 2XI Batting Average	89 RUNS @ 29.67	Sofia Oriti
2025/26 Womens 2XI MVP Award		Sofia Oriti

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Annual General Meeting

The Bentleigh Uniting Cricket Club Annual General Meeting will be held at the Bentleigh RSL.

7:00 WEDNESDAY, 3RD OF JUNE, BENTLEIGH RSL

The AGM is an important opportunity for members to hear about the season, discuss the future direction of the club and become involved both on and off the field.

We encourage all members, players, parents and supporters to attend.

Further details regarding the date and time will be communicated shortly.

Thank You

A sincere thank you goes to:

Our coaches and team managers

Volunteers and committee members

Parents and families

Sponsors and supporters

Players across all programs

Bentleigh Uniting Cricket Club continues to grow because of the people who contribute their time, energy and passion to the club each season.

We look forward to seeing everyone again for season 2026/27.

Go Lions!