It is a wrap for the spring season as the Union College Cricket Club completes its final game. The cricket team came charging through matches against UAlbany, Princeton, Vassar, and Siena. Union started off strong against UAlbany, fought a close game against Princeton, and triumphed in the official matchups against Vassar and Siena. The season‘s final game concluded with a rematch against UAlbany. Although ending in a close and tight game, the Union College Cricket Team’s performance was solid throughout the season, thanks to a number of outstanding performances from many of the players.
Union College cricket captain Nabeel Naqvi, who earned Player of the Season for his run-scoring, performed exceptionally well this season, with 292 runs at a 167.8 strike rate. His performance and leadership have held the team together since the start, and his run tally played a significant role in Union’s wins.
New team vice captain and president Daneyal Quraishi’s firm grip on this season’s runs was crucial. His presence and agility were pivotal to many key victories. Quraishi’s leadership drives the momentum for a competitive squad with a promising season this coming fall.
Bowlers Salman and Gohar pitched exceptionally well, knocking down wickets and setting the tone for a competitive season. Nawfal Qadri, Aradhya Sharma, and Muhammad Farooq Memon’s batting skills helped propel the team with crucial runs. Mustafa’s fielding skills helped create an organized team effort on defensive positions.
The team’s added presence on campus is not just a testament to international sports. They represent the exceptionally gifted and talented students of Union College. The drive to make the sport a lasting legacy is a commitment brought on by the visionary leadership of Farooq. Farooq founded the club in 2022, and with the help of friends and campus engagement, he helped grow the club into the competitive team it is today. As part of the graduating class of 2025, he will surely be missed. His club symbolizes the eternal bond and friendship that comes with cricket. He is leaving Union better than how he entered.
The fall season is coming up, and with it, a stronger team. The groundwork built by the founding seniors leads the team to a positive future. With our newfound leadership, the Union College Cricket Team is ready to charge harder into the coming seasons.
