Ryde Rockets have won the Under-11 Cricket Plate Final against Arreton Hawks. Teams from Arreton, Freshwater, Newport and Ryde Cricket Clubs took part in a total of 4 matches across the day, with the Ryde Rockets playing Newport in the semi-finals and Freshwater taking on the Arreton Hawks. After the semi-finals, Newport then faced Freshwater in the 3rd/4th place play-off, with Ryde Rockets playing Arreton Hawks in the final. There was some great cricket on show from all 4 teams. The Plate was won by Ryde Rockets, with Oscar taking a stunning hat-trick in the final. Arreton Hawks finished in 2nd place, with Freshwater 2rd and Newport 4th. Sunday is the U11 Cup Finals Day, with East Cowes, Northwood, Ryde Raptors and Ventnor all bidding to be crowned champions at Newclose. 
ISLE OF WIGHT UNDER14S BEAT CORNWALL BY 8 RUNS
The Isle of Wight U14s made the long journey to St Erme CC on Wednesday to face Cornwall U14s. Batting first, the Islanders made a solid start with captain Ian (60) leading the way on a wicket that was challenging at times. With the support of Liam G, who added impetus and struck a mature 61, finding the boundary and gaps well to secure his first County 50, the Island totalled 187-8 off their 40 overs. In response, Cornwall started well and the game was finely balanced throughout their innings. Liam G took 2-27, Toby (1-29) and Luka (2-26) bowled well, but Cornwall were always in the game. Ian, bowling at the death, picked up 2-30 and nearly killed off the game, with 11 year old Monty taking 2 great catches. Bertie was brought back on to clean bowl their last batter to secure an 8-run victory.
