This year was already a big year for Bacchus Marsh as it celebrated 50 years, but claiming its first Ballarat Cricket Association premiership on Sunday is the icing on the cake.
The club in just its second season in the competition, claimed the competition’s top honour as it beat Wendouree in the grand final the past two weekends.
Bulls coach Sam Crea said on Monday morning that it had been a pretty special time for the club.
He said it was one of the most successful seasons for the club.
“I had to pinch myself a couple of times,” he said. “We were in a good position after day three, needing just one wicket.
“I had some time to think about it on Saturday night. Think about what it took throughout the season and we always believed we would get the runs.
“It still feels surreal. It’s big for the Bacchus Marsh community and the supporters that come to watch.”
The Bulls led by 61 runs heading into the second weekend of play, after some strong lower order batting on the first Sunday.
Wendouree started well with the bat on Saturday and at 1-91 had set a good platform to give the Bulls a big score to chase.
As happened on the first weekend, the Bulls managed to get a role with the ball again.
Wendouree struggled to get any partnerships going and were bowled out for 209 early on the final day of play.
Crea took 6-66 for the Bulls, while Shanin Silva took three wickets.
