Round 02 brought seven decided matches, 170 players and 140 runs. Comets posted the biggest win, Pickles took the tightest contest, and Phoenix Flyers and Base Invaders both stayed unbeaten. The captains’ comments added the best part: a first-game hit and run, a welcome comeback and plenty of appreciation for opponents and umpires. BDE hosted the weekly raffle, rounding out another evening together.
The seven matches
Base InvadersTeam MVPBeth K.
FireballsTeam MVPDrew K.Base Invaders made it two wins from two, beating Fireballs 12–4. Fireballs celebrated Drew K.’s welcome comeback, while Nicholas P. earned an opposition shout-out for two home runs, including a grand slam. There was plenty to celebrate on both sides of this diamond.
Phoenix FlyersTeam MVPDaniel W.
OddballsTeam MVPLucy H.Phoenix Flyers kept their winning start going with a 17–7 result against Oddballs. Their first two matches have produced 32 runs for and seven against, keeping them top of the ladder.
BallbreakersTeam MVPThomas M.
Pitch Please!Team MVPJake S.Pitch Please! claimed a 14–9 win in a match with 23 recorded runs. Kellyn C. earned a shout-out for great batting and pitching. The scoresheet records that play ended by agreement due to bad light; the result stands as recorded.
Bare BattersTeam MVPElizabeth W.
CometsTeam MVPAmber L.Comets supplied the week’s biggest win, 24–1 against Bare Batters. Bare Batters’ captain also thanked umpire Carlo for being friendly and organised, including the pre-game field inspection — welcome recognition for the volunteers helping game night run.
BDETeam MVPWade P.
OhanaTeam MVPGrace J.Ohana’s 11–3 win came with a generous exchange of appreciation. BDE praised their opponents for a great game, while Ohana recognised rookie Wade P.’s excellent sportsmanship. Grace J. earned praise for consistently excellent pitching and gameplay. Ohana also thanked umpire David, noting great weather, excellent field conditions and respectful play.
GalahsTeam MVPAlex S.
OpalsTeam MVPStephen T.Opals turned their opening draw into a 12–3 win over Galahs, moving seven places up the ladder to third. The game finished after four innings, giving the new Opals their first win and another encouraging chapter in their opening season.
PicklesTeam MVPMichelle K.
Yellow JacketsTeam MVPLisa E.Pickles took the round’s closest win, 13–10 against Yellow Jackets, and climbed five places to sixth. The Jackets had a first-game milestone to celebrate: Lisa E. recorded a hit and scored a run in her softball debut.
Round highlights
Comets · 24–1
A 23-run margin against Bare Batters was the largest of the week.
Pickles · 13–10
Three runs separated Pickles and Yellow Jackets in the round’s narrowest win.
A nod to our umpires
First game, first hit, first run: Yellow Jackets celebrated Lisa E.’s softball debut. Alongside Drew K.’s welcome return and Nicholas P.’s grand slam, it was a week for recognising courage, contribution and the people cheering each other on.
Community before competition. From first-time pitchers to rookies finding their feet, encouragement, inclusion and sportsmanship belong alongside the results. Keep the shout-outs coming for the players on both sides of the diamond who make each game a great one.
The ladder after Round 02
| Pos# | TeamTeam | P | W | D | L | PointsPts | Run diff.RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 — | Phoenix Flyers | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +25 |
| 2 — | Base Invaders | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | +10 |
| 3 ▲ | Opals | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | +8 |
| 4 ▲ | Ohana | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 5 | +7 |
| 5 — | Pitch Please! | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | +7 |
| 6 ▲ | Pickles | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 5 | +1 |
| 7 ▲ | Comets | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | +21 |
| 8 ▼ | Ballbreakers | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | -4 |
| 9 ▼ | Fireballs | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -8 |
| 10 ▼ | Galahs | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -9 |
| 11 ▼ | Oddballs | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -9 |
| 12 — | Yellow Jackets | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -9 |
| 13 ▼ | Bare Batters | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 3 | -17 |
| 14 — | BDE | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 3 | -23 |
Table key: # position · P played · W wins · L losses · D draws · GP game points · CP community points · Pts total points · RF runs for · RA runs against · RD run difference.
On the move: Opals climbed seven places to third, Comets six places to seventh, and Pickles five places to sixth. Phoenix Flyers and Base Invaders held first and second.
Explore the league standingsThe round in pictures
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Ten frames from Round 02.
The Round 02 shortlist collects ten member photographs. Explore the entries on Instagram; the confirmed winning image has not yet been added to this report.
Photo: Ryan · Comets
Explore the shortlistThe weekly raffle
Thank you to BDE for hosting, and to everyone who bought a ticket and supported the league.
| Prize | Winning ticket | What they won |
|---|---|---|
| First | #862 | A $550 DentalCare Clinics take-home teeth-whitening package |
| Second | #930 | An Outfielders UV Glow ‘SLAY’ clack fan |
| Third | #653 | A free-drink voucher for Watson’s EQ |
Ticket numbers are published for privacy.
This week’s raffle