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Outstanding Achievement: Om J. (Year 7) Shines at National Cricket Championship

Highvale Secondary College is proud to celebrate the outstanding sporting achievement of Om J., (Year 7), who recently represented Victoria at the School Sports Australia National Cricket Championship held in Ballarat.

Om was a member of the Victorian team that won the Gold Medal and secured the prestigious Ricky Ponting Shield—formerly known as the Challenge Cup—for the second consecutive year. This is an exceptional accomplishment and a rare feat achieved by very few players at this level.

Throughout the championship, Om played a pivotal role in Victoria’s strong performance. He showed remarkable composure under pressure, especially in tight matches, and consistently demonstrated leadership on the field. His behaviour and commitment reflected the College’s core values of Respect, Responsibility, Resilience, Excellence, and Integrity, both on and off the field.

Performance Highlights:

VIC vs NSW (T20)

• Scored 36 runs off 42 balls, contributing to a vital 71-run partnership
• Bowled 3 overs of left-arm leg spin, conceding 12 runs and taking 2 wickets in the final overs
• Successfully bowled the final over, giving away just 6 runs while defending 11, securing a 5-run victory
• Competed against top and middle-order batters

VIC vs WA (One Day)

• Scored 20 runs off 38 balls
• Bowled 8 overs, including 2 maidens, conceding 27 runs for 2 wickets

VIC vs SA (One Day)

• Scored 57 runs off 80 balls

VIC vs NT (T20)

• Scored 54 runs off 37 balls