NEWS RELEASE
BARRIE ARTS AND SPORTS ACADEMY
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Despite unfavourable weather conditions last weekend, the Super League Barrie continued to impress, with players demonstrating outstanding sportsmanship, commitment, and passion for the game of cricket.
The inaugural Super League Barrie cricket league, organized by the Barrie Arts and Sports Academy, brings together teams from across the local community, providing an exhilarating platform for cricket lovers to display their skills and camaraderie.
This past weekend saw players battling through difficult conditions but with unwavering dedication, resulting in some thrilling matches and key changes in the points table. Kings XI Barrie has now surged to the top of the table with 12 points, having won all six of their matches. Their outstanding performance has put them in a commanding position as we move into the final stages of the league.
One of the standout moments of the week came from Sunny Benipal from Barrie Warriors, who scored the first century of the league, with an astonishing knock of 136 not out from just 50 balls. This remarkable performance was a testament to the talent on display throughout the competition.
Final week of Super League Barrie:
The much-anticipated final week of the Super League Barrie will take place on the weekend of Sept. 14 and 15, 2024, with the semifinal and final matches scheduled for the 15th. The grand final will begin at 4 p.m. at Cheltenham Park. And the presentation ceremony will be happening after the match where the inaugural Super League champions will be crowned.
Reegan Franics, of the board of directors of Barrie Arts and Sports Academy, encourages the community to come out and support the teams: “We’ve seen incredible passion and commitment from all the players, and the community’s support has been fantastic. We invite everyone to join us for the final matches and enjoy an amazing day of cricket, celebration, and community bonding.”
The Barrie Arts and Sports Academy invites everyone to attend this exciting event, which will be a fitting conclusion to the league and a chance to bring the community together for a day of thrilling cricket action and shared enjoyment.
For more information and to follow the league standings, please visit Super League Barrie 2024 points table.
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