Bishop Lavis’ St Martins Softball Club won their match 17-2 against Tornados.
Softball action was in full swing at the Turfhall sports complex, on Saturday, January 18.
In the Cape Town Softball Association’s Ladies Major League, the Westridge Yankees beat Glenthorn A’s 13-3.
In the First Division, the Yankees team won by an impressive 18-1 over the Kuils River Cougars.
Meanwhile, Lavender Hill beat Blackheath’s first division team 16-1.
Grassy Park Crusaders walked away with a 7-2 win against Devonshire Rovers first division team. Tina Johnston had another superb match for Crusaders. Despite a slow start to the match, Anna Profaizer and Anthea Smith found the momentum for Devonshire but it was a little too late to salvage the score.
In the Second Division, Milnerton Mavericks got the better of Strandfontein Mets with a scoreline of 16-2.
In the Third Division, St Martins displayed their dominance with a commanding 17-2 victory over the Tornados in the third division.
Mavericks’ third division team lost 16-11 against Blackheath. On Monday night, Blackheath continued their winning momentum with a 11-5 victory over Normies.
Fixtures for week 12 of the ladies league will kickstart from 2pm, on Saturday, January 25, at the Turfhall sports complex.
Tornados will take it back to the drawing board before their next encounter against Normies in the third division on saturday, January 25. In the second division, Tornados will play against the Falcons. On the far left, young Camryn Shanahan, coach Ashley Kriger and coach Cara D’Oliveira. Picture: Lonwabo Marelelackheath played against the Milnerton Mavericks and narrowly went down 16-13. On Monday night, Blackheath won 11-5 against Normies. Shaheema Arnold hit it out of the park for Blackheath, in the Third Division. Picture: Lonwabo MareleShahiema Arnold scores for Blackheath. Picture: Lonwabo MareleRuth Brown showed great discipline at the plate, wisely letting the low-bouncing pitch pass, keeping her focus for the right moment to strike. Picture: Lonwabo MareleRuth Brown made a vital run, contributing significantly to St Martins’ momentum and overall success. Picture: Lonwabo MareleTornados pitcher Natasha Hansen on the attack against St Martins. Picture: Lonwabo MareleSt Martins delivered a dominant performance, securing an impressive 17-2 victory over the Tornados, showcasing their teamwork and skill throughout the match. Pictured, St Martins’ Hanlynn Slingers during her stellar performance. Picture: Lonwabo MareleThe Westridge Yankees enjoyed a 18-1 win over Avendale in the ladies Third Division on Saturday afternoon. The Major League ladies team beat Glenthorn A’s 13-3. Picture: Lonwabo MareleAll smiles before their match on Saturday in Athlone, Westridge Yankees’ Roczanne Solomons and Kim Green share a moment of excitement and camaraderie. Picture: Lonwabo MareleExchange student, Anna Profaizer, from Italy, in her Devonshire colours, goes full swing for the softball. Picture: Lonwabo MareleTina Johnson on the attack for Grassy Park Crusaders in a Cape Town Softball Association’s First Division match against Devonshire. Crusaders won 7-2. Picture: Lonwabo MareleDevonshire Softball Club’s Anthea Smith, far left, number 9 Gadija Hoosain, Karen Hector, centre, and Mishkah Krotz, far right, stand together, taking a short recess and strategising before heading back into the match against the Crusaders. Picture: Lonwabo MareleAfter a brief timeout, Grassy Park Crusaders turned the game around. Despite a slow start, they seized control of the match, building a five-point lead. The final score was 7-2, securing their victory over Devonshire in the First Division. Picture: Lonwabo MareleGadija Hoosain steps up with precision, connecting cleanly with the ball and sprinting down the field, securing a crucial run for Devonshire amid roaring cheers from the sidelines. Picture: Lonwabo Marele
