St Edward’s School, Oxford, proved too strong for a combined Oxfordshire Under 16/17 team as the county youth season got under way.

Joe Barrett smashed a magnificent 112 to help St Edward’s to a 102-run victory.

He led Teddies to 240-7 in 55 overs, while Jonny Meardon took 3-30.

Oxon fell to 138 all out, Jeremy Kirby making 38.

Scores: St Edward’s School 240-7 (55 ovs, J Barrett 112, A Woodland 42, J Meardon 3-30), Oxfordshire U16/17 138 (J Kirby 38, F Baig 3-20).