Gordon District Cricket Club 4th Grade Premiers 1970-71

Back Row - AR Barnes, JS Patfield, GD Mackie, CA Peifer, CW Ashton, JC Dedman, CJ McMurray, SC Kavanagh, RF Hawtree

Front Row - DR Wiltshire, GD Verco, BC Sheidow esq., PG Bovey (Captain), H Crow esq., TS Clementson, DJ Drake

Sitting - TF Leahy

The Stags' 1970–71 lower-grade campaign was built on depth, club discipline, and high-quality partnerships. A primary feature of the team's success throughout the summer was its ability to perform under pressure in tight matches.

A defining statistical highlight of the season was the multi-grade historical partnership between Hawtree and Kavanagh, who combined for a massive 181-run stand. This milestone remains etched into the club's long-term historical records as the second-highest fourth-grade partnership in Gordon's history.

In the final, Gordon's total was pushed to its absolute limits by a powerhouse opposition in St George. Ultimately, a disciplined bowling performance and sharp fielding forced the final 11-run victory, securing the historical cap, scorecard, and trophy for the club.