THE Sydney Thunder women's side claimed the 2019 Indigenous Twenty20 Cup on Thursday, thanks to the strong play of West Cambewarra sisters Lauren and Naomi Woods.
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The North Nowra-Cambewarra products' side opened their three-match series at Rushcutters Bay with a two-wicket win against the Sydney Sixers Indigenous side (8/107 to 4/105) on Wednesday - with Naomi Woods finishing with 0/23.
Later that afternoon, the Thunder made it two wins from as many matches, downing the Sixers by 16 runs (3/141 to 8/125) - with Naomi Woods scoring 34 not out and taking 0/8.
Lauren Woods finished with 1/9 from her one over.
The three-nil clean sweep at Reg Bartley Oval was sealed with an eight-wicket win on Thursday morning (2/135 to 3/134) - with Naomi Woods contributing 0/7 and five.
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Following the victory, Lauren Woods, of the Kamilaroi mob, was over the moon with the series triumph.
"This being my first time representing Kamilaroi, it is extremely exciting and nerve-wracking at the same time. Being a representative for our people and community is something I'm incredibly proud of," Woods said.
"To make new friendships with both teammates and opposition and to see what impact this opportunity can bring to those participating.
"But most importantly, to have fun."
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Courtney Ward
Sports Journalist for South Coast Register and Milton-Ulladulla Times, who loves all things sport and travel. All views are my own.
Sports Journalist for South Coast Register and Milton-Ulladulla Times, who loves all things sport and travel. All views are my own.
