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New City sets sights on ladder climb as it unveils list of new recruits

After finishing 11th, New City coach Ben Stewart expects his new-look squad to become the competition's biggest improver. See the full squad breakdown.
New City sets sights on ladder climb as it unveils list of new recruits

New City Cricket Club coach Ben Stewart is ready for the upcoming Cricket Albury Wodonga Provincial season. Picture by Mark Jesser

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Coach: Ben 'Bowser' Stewart

Gains: Sam Coonan (Wodonga Bulldogs), Jed Marek, Max Marek, Gus Marek (City Colts), Flynn Semmens (Lavi, returning junior), Noah Carlisle (UK), Grayson Oldridge (New Farnley), Keenan Gale (B-grade captain, Kiewa), Jordan Rose (Wodonga Bulldogs), Russell Sproule (Corowa).

Aaron Grant is set to captain New City's first-grade side this season. File picture

Who starts the season as flag favourites, and why?

Your predicted finalists?

Bulldogs, Bushies, Albury, Lavington, St Pats and New City.

Grayson Oldridge has joined New City from the UK this season and is among several new recruits. Picture by New City CC Facebook

Which side is likely to be the biggest improver?

Who do you rate as the best player in the competition?

Jack Craig, Isaac Willett and Fawad Malook would be a three-way tie.

Best recruit in the competition over the off-season?

Noah Carlisle and Grayson Oldridge.

Which recruit at your club excites you most, and why?

I am going to say all six of my A-grade recruits who all bring something different to the table with skill sets, experience and attitude.

What are your expectations this season?

To improve all facets of our game, the way we approach and attack the game both physically and mentally. All of this will help us climb up that ladder.

The Border Mail prediction: 11th

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It was published on October 2, 2026 and last updated on October 9, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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