Taper Community League Division 3 – Grand Final Recap
Broadbeach Robina Community Division 3 pulled off a nail-biting victory in the Taper Community League Division 3 Grand Final, edging out Palm Beach by just 2 wickets at North Oval.
Batting first, Palm Beach were restricted to 8/146 from their 36 overs, thanks to a disciplined bowling performance. Harry Fleet (2/19 off 6) and Gurdev Mehta (2/11 off 4) led the way with the ball, while Douglas Cowan (1/16) and Peter Holman (1/23) provided vital breakthroughs. Tight spells from Chris Bellikoff (0/18 off 6) and Les Howard (0/22 off 5) kept the pressure on, ensuring Palm Beach never got away.
Chasing 147, Broady showed grit under pressure to reach the target with 2 wickets in hand and 2.2 overs to spare. Peter Holman (41 off 75) anchored the innings with a patient knock, supported by Lincoln Clark (26 off 43) at the top. The middle order chipped in with Chris Bellikoff (22 off 20, including 2 sixes) and a quick burst from Harry Fleet (10 off 6). Late in the chase, with wickets tumbling, Douglas Cowan (6 off 3)* and Gurdev Mehta (2 off 5)* held their nerve to steer Broady over the line in a tense finish.
It was a thrilling conclusion to the season, with Broadbeach Robina’s blend of steady batting, sharp bowling, and cool heads in the pressure moments sealing a 2-wicket win and the Taper Community League Division 3 Premiership.
Season highlights:
- Peter Holman scored 679 runs at an average of 61.73, placing him 2nd in the league
- Lincoln Clark had a solid season as well, scoring 491 runs
- David Harden led the team with the most wickets, picking up 19 poles at an average of 15.95
- He was well supported by Les Howard (18 wickets at 21)