The Willows won the toss and they chose to have first use of a good wicket. Openers, Tim Harrison and Ben Mably, batted superbly and ended up putting on an opening partnership of 148 runs. The two left-handers worked the ball to all parts of the ground and ran well between the wickets. Tim batted patiently but still scored at better than a run a ball for his 105 not out. The Willows ended with a creditable 225 for 3 off their fifty overs.

The Mid-Canterbury Youth XI never really threatened to chase down the target. Several of their batsmen got a start but were not able to push on to a big score. J Meyrick top-scored with an aggressive 35. With the ball, for The Willows, Fraser Sheat stood out, as he bowled an immaculate line and length to finish with 3/19.