The Willows won the toss and elected to bat on the cracker Willows pitch. With the sun shining strongly youthful opener Tom Latham and experienced David Bond strolled out to begin The Willows challenge. An opening partnership of 52 provided a solid platform when Bond was caught on 31. The batting momentum continued with several handy partnerships notable that of Tom Latham and Andy Ellis. Tom batted with brother Matthew and continued to a magnificent 101 before retiring leaving the rest to his father Rod, the third member of the family playing on the day, who finished with a flourishing 36 not out sending the ball to all parts of the ground giving the Burnside Boys an impressive 313 to chase.

Accurate bowling from The Willows opening bowlers Fraser Hawes and swing master Mike Hastings made it tough work for Burnside with the top four batsmen unable to score more than 20 runs each. A good fight back in the middle order gave Burnside a glimmer of hope with T. Barringer and H. Fuller scoring well. However it was just not enough and Andrew Nuttall finished off the Burnside tail by taking the last four wickets.

Burnside was finally dismissed for 166. Great weather and a most enjoyable day for all of the supporters and parents from Burnside High School.