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Congratulations to JP Lotz , Marnus Raath, and Johan Coetzer for being selected for Highveld Promotion Cricket League team of the Month. It’s a great achievement! Here's to more success on the field!
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SJC Royals faced the Rebels in the Highveld 40 Promotion League on Saturday, 18 January.

Opting to bat first, SJC Royals set a challenging total of 213/6 in 40 overs, despite the tricky overcast conditions.

The innings was anchored by a superb 102-run partnership between Marnus Raath
(54 off 91 balls) and JP Lotz (60 off 80 balls).

Hannes Hatting (22 off 27 balls) and Johan Coetzer (26 off 23 balls) also made valuable contributions with the bat.

The Royals’ bowlers were exceptional, with Johan Coetzer leading the charge, claiming 6 wickets for just 17 runs. Marnus Raath supported brilliantly, taking 2 wickets for 19 runs.

The Rebels were bowled out for a mere 49 runs in just 12.4 overs, handing SJC Royals a dominant 164-run victory.

Johan Coetzer was named Player of the Match for his outstanding all-round performance.

Congratulations to the team on this resounding win!

A huge thank you Rebels for the match and your sportsmanship.

Our next match is on 26 January against Delmas away.

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The cricket match against MOB on January 11th has been called off due to rainy weather. The next game is scheduled for January 18th, where we'll be playing against Rebels in Middelburg.

If you're interested in joining the SJC Royals Cricket Club, make sure to get in touch with Riaan Bezuidenhout for more details. The 40-over league starting on January 11, 2025, promises to be a great opportunity for competitive play!

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May this Christmas bring you peace, joy, and endless blessings. Cherish the moments with loved ones, and may the new year ahead be filled with hope, prosperity, and happiness. Merry Christmas.

Congratulations to Janco Wandrag and JP Lotz for being selected for the team of the month! We are incredibly proud of your hard work and dedication. Keep up the great work, gentlemen!

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Congratulations to JP Lotz on being selected as Fielder of the Month! Your dedication and hard work are truly appreciated, and we are grateful for your commitment to the club. Keep up the great work!
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On Sunday, the SJC Royals faced off against Middelburg Old Boys in an all-Middelburg cricket final.

MOB won the toss and opted to bat first, getting off to a strong start. However, the SJC Royals fought back with brilliant fielding, managing to restrict MOB to 139 runs. Coenraad Oosthuizen, Janco Wandrag, and Kepler Prinsloo each took two wickets.

SJC’s innings began solidly, but unfortunately, regular wickets fell, and the team finished with 96 runs after 20 overs. MOB emerged victorious by 43 runs, with Janco top-scoring on 28 runs.

Congratulations to MOB on their well-deserved victory. Thank you for a thrilling final, exceptional sportsmanship, and, of course, the beers after the game!

To all the SJC Royals players, thank you for your unwavering commitment to the club. This season was full of fun, and we’ve made many new friends along the way. You guys are legends.

A heartfelt thank you to our families and friends for their endless support. Without you, we wouldn’t have had such an unforgettable season.

A special thank you to our sponsor, SJC Maintenance, for your generous support. Our club always looked fantastic thanks to you.

We’re incredibly proud to finish second in our first season and can’t wait to see even more players join the club in the future!

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