Chairman’s Report AGM Wed 5th January 2011
INTRODUCTION
A warm welcome to all our members for our 172nd AGM.arguably the clubs most successful cricket season since 1839.- not forgetting the year containing the same numbers 1983.
CRICKET REVIEW
If I can start by reminding you all of our cricketing aims for 2010
TO AIM FOR A TOP SIX FINISH IN THE BDPL PREMIERSHIP
RETAIN OUR STATUS IN THE 2ndXI PREMIER DIVISION , SHROPSHIRE CRICKET LEAGUE DIV 3 & DIV 7
TO ENTER A TEAM IN THE SHREWSBURY EVENING LEAGUE
TO FURTHER DEVELOP THE YOUNG TALENT IN THE CLUB.
I think you will see from the following report that we achieved these targets and more.
As the season finally unravelled and the dust started to settle back in September I wrote a note to all the captains
‘’As I spent the last weekend of the season watching our 3rd XI play out a very exciting match loss, witnessed our very youthful 4th XI taking on, and nearly beating, a Much Wenlock 3rdXI ? (2nd XI? 1stXI) and on Sunday watch our U14's win the County Final at Wellington possibly for the 5th consecutive year. I reflected on what must be the most successful season in our illustrious history. Many, many thanks for an outstanding season across the board and for all your hard work, which has helped Shrewsbury CC, get to, and stay at, the pinnacle of Shropshire, Midlands and National cricket. In due course there will be presentations and celebrations but in the mean time there is much work to be done. ‘’
And so since the middle of September we have not sat back but have been planning and meeting in order to sustain our development and long term future.
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1stXI
In the past two seasons we have witnessed the result of decades of work by previous players and administrators. The shear excellence of our senior players has elevated the club to the pinnacle of amateur club cricket in England. I am staggered by our success and suggest that the praise we have been afforded to date barely represents the magnitude of our success. Not only in the manner of our success but because of the resources that we have at our disposal and choose to allocate towards our 1stXI. I think history will reflect the scale of our achievements and that the 1stXI of 2009-10 will be viewed as standard bearers for a very long time to come.
The play and conduct of our teams this season has given me every reason to retire and simple bask in the reflected glory- what more could we do? Plenty is the answer, as I will set out in my AIMS FOR 2011.
But clearly the success of the 1stX1 is the high profile face of SCC but what lies beneath the media profile is the real heart beat of the club and the reason for success. I am, of course, talking about the 2nd, 3rd,4th , Evening League & Junior X1’s. They are the reason for our success- the way forward and the real essence of our community. So my praise is equally directed to every player that has turned out for SCC as it is for our successful and excellent 1stXI squad. If we forget that at this point in our development then we will surely, inevitably, suffer the boom and bust scenario of previously successful teams.
Here you can read how the BDPL website reported on the weekend of the 11th & 12th September 2010
BDPL FINAL MATCH OF THE SEASON REPORTS Sat 11th September Shrewsbury v Kidderminster Victoria (a) An exceptional display of leg-spin bowling by Elliott Green clinched the 2010 Premier Division title for Shrewsbury on a day of extraordinary twists and turns which left Walmley and Kenilworth Wardens in the relegation zone.
In a match reduced to 53 overs per side, Ed Foster and Joe Leach, both, scored 58, as Shrewsbury reached 196 for six at the close of their innings. Mark Mansell picked up three wickets for Kiddi, who looked favourites to take the title, themselves, when they reached 93 for one by the end of the 26th over.
At that point, a heavy shower drove the players from the field and the home side’s innings was reduced to 47 overs. Enter Mr Green, who had, already, snapped up the wicket of Matt Pardoe (42). He proceeded to turn the game in Shrewsbury’s favour, finishing with 9 for 77, as Kiddi pressed the self-destruct button. Craig Wood hit 46 but the remaining batsmen were unable to get to grips with Green.
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Kiddi’s final total of 159 saw Shrewsbury win by 37 runs and, tomorrow, they will attempt to become just the second team to complete a League and Cup double when they take on Himley in the Final of the Graham Williamson Trophy.
GRAHAM WILLIAMSON TROPHY FINAL Sunday 12th September Shrewsbury v Himley (h) As the curtain came down on the 2010 season, Premier Division Champions Shrewsbury added the Graham Williamson Trophy to their recent achievements with a crushing six wicket defeat of jaded Himley.
After winning the toss and electing to bat, Himley were given a flying start by Tejinder Singh (20), Harshad Patel (15) and Danny Cox (20) but, after 12 overs, they had slipped to 78 for five. Greg Wright (37) and Stuart Wedge (34) put on 55 for the sixth wicket but once they were dismissed, the innings fell away to 164 all out in the 36th over. Paul Donaldson, Joe Leach, Elliott Green and Ed Foster picked up two wickets, each, and there were single successes for Rob Foster and Dan Manders.
In reply, an opening stand of 65 between Ed Foster (33) and Ryan Bishop (37) laid the foundations for a blistering assault by Will Parton (17), Joe Leach (46 not out) and Rob Foster (24) which eased Shrewsbury to victory with more than 19 overs remaining.
Shrewsbury have, now, won all of the League’s Senior Trophies, commencing with the (Twenty20) Challenge Cup, in 2008, and they join Walsall as the only side to complete a Premier Division Title and Williamson Trophy double in the same season.
OVERSEAS PLAYER Paul Donaldson – Paul (Burner) made a massive contribution to a very young and exciting team. His contribution was in his intent, his attitude and his interest in the collective good of the team. Nevertheless he bowled 157 Overs and claimed 18 very useful wickets. And as an ever present, Paul, gave the team stability and energy. I recently had the good fortune to meet with Paul in Perth and he stated how very keen he is to return to Shrewsbury.
The 2nd XI, under the excellent leadership of Steve Wilderspin, achieved what no other Shrewsbury 2ndXI has done previously and retained their status in the Reserve Premiership. Despite the consistent disruption to his team Steve persevered and was rewarded with 9th place finish and 212 points. I consider this an extremely good result that will now allow our next group of cricket boomers to shape their development in the best environment possible. I envisage a great number of teenagers making their way in this team in 2011- watch this space.
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BDPL ACHIEVEMENTS SINCE 1998
PREMIER DIVISION 1ST XI CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2010 SHREWSBURY KNOWLE & DORRIDGE
DIVISION ONE 1ST XI CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2002 SHREWSBURY WELLINGTON
2005 SHREWSBURY KIDDERMINSTER VICTORIA
2008 SHREWSBURY BROMSGROVE
DIVISION ONE 2ND XI CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2006 ATTOCK SHREWSBURY
DIVISION TWO (WEST) 1ST XI CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2001 SHREWSBURY PENN
DIVISION TWO (WEST) 2ND XI CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2002 SHREWSBURY WORCESTER
1ST XI CHALLENGE CUP COMPETITION CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP . 2008 SHREWSBURY WALMLEY
GRAHAM WILLIAMSON TROPHY CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2010 SHREWSBURY HIMLEY
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GRAHAM WILLIAMSON PLATE CHAMPIONS RUNNERS-UP
2004 HALESOWEN SHREWSBURY
2006 COVENTRY & N.W. SHREWSBURY
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SHROSHIRE CRICKET LEAGUE
The 3rdXI under Steve Carless, for the very last time after four years excellent service, were often caught in the selection cross fire but nevertheless once again came out of the season with much credit., having won some 6 matches and given a great number of juniors a go at adult cricket . Steve who has been involved with the 3rdXI since he was 14 years old, I know, found the going tough this past season. But must look back with much satisfaction when he considers the players that he has helped develop during his time in office. He is presently considering a change of club.
The 4thXI under the astute leadership of Ian Brierly did exceedingly well. Despite often having teams with as little as two adults the team won 4 matches and can rightly hold their heads high. A great number of juniors members played, achieved well, and we hope that the experience they gained has helped them further develop as cricketers. The 4th X1 is still in its infancy and I am sure that given time we can develop a system around which a team can evolve that can both compete and cherish young talent.
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EVENING LEAGUE INITIATIVE 2009
In 2010 we have entered a team to play in the Shrewsbury & District Evening League (Div 6). The reason for this move is a) to provide cricket for the U15’s not involved regularly in 3rd or 4th XI Saturday fixtures b) encourage Dads & Lads to play together c) to provide opportunities for members not available on Sundays d) to grow the opportunities for all members
Presently we are planning to play matches at London Rd but other options have been discussed. Therefore we shall be putting out 5 senior side on a regular basis in 2010.
EVENING LEAGUE INITIATIVE 2009 OUTCOMES
Doug Reynolds took on the captaincy and proved the most reliable and level headed ambassador in our first year of competition
2011 Original PROPOSAL Division 5 - SCC, Police, Frankton, Welshpool, Grove ,Cae Glas, OPO.
News - Shrewsbury & District Evening Cricket League
2011 shape will take place in January Following an unprecedented influx of teams for 2011 and the healthy discussions which took place at the December AGM the Committee will meet in January to formulate the Divisions. Hopefully a new sponsor can be unveiled in the New Year The AGM agreed that teams from "better" clubs will be slotted in higher up the league to avoid mismatching of teams. We are likely to play in higher division than No5. The lower divisions are being reserved for more "social" teams.
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JUNIOR SEASON SUMMARY 2010
Julie Dean – Junior Co-ordinator
EARLY SEASON *In March our under 11 team went to Lord's to play in an indoor tournament at the invitation of Primrose Hill CC and had a fantastic time.
RECORD NUMBERS *SCC recorded a record number of junior members of 136, not including 25 - 30 girls that started attending as the season went on.
GIRLS SECTION GROWTH *New girls section started up very successfully, took part in inter cricket league and did creditably well with 5 girls going on to be picked for the county training.
KWIK CRICKET *A number of kwik cricket evening were run in partnership with Pontesbury both at Shrewsbury and Pontesbury which well attended by both clubs under 11's
UNDER 10’s *We entered two teams into the under 10 county kwik cricket tournament and both of them got to the final 4 and were unlucky to be pipped to the post by Bridgnorth.
UNDER 11's Did well in the ESCB ( East Shropshire Cricket Board) Development League despite fielding a different team most weeks. We were knocked out of the cup in the quarter-final by Wellington CC
UNDER 12’s The under 12 team went on to win the county cup beating Bridgnorth in the final.
UNDER 13’s We entered two under 13 teams into the league last year, one in the A league and one in the B, both teams developed well with smaller squads The under 13 team also got the final and lost to Wellington CC
UNDER 14’s The under 14 team won the county cup beating Wellington in the final in September
UNDER 15’s The under 15 team did remarkably well. Brief review of U15 season as requested:
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U15 retained the Shropshire U15 County Cup for the 5th year in succession. * Beat Worfield, Condover, Oswestry and Newport (in final) in doing so. * 1st Regional Round of National U15 comp beat Herefordshire Champs Colwall, away. * 2nd Regional Round of National U15 comp beat Staffordshire Champs Wolverhampton at home. * In achieving the above first U15 SCC side to reach Regional Finals day since the National winning side containing Rob Foster, James Gale, Joe Hart, Jack Shantry, etc. * Unfortunately lost in Regional Finals semi-final to Leicestershire Champs. * Finished in top 12 in the Country. * The above following up the top 8 finish by the same squad when in the U13 National Comp 2 years ago. * Consider success aided by U14/U15 squad playing with Jon Anders, William Davies, etc. in the Twenty20 Evening league. * At least 6 of the U14/U15 squad have played in the 2nd eleven
REPRESENTATIVE HONOURS In the Autumn lots of girls and boys attended county and district trials, as a result over a third of our membership will be taking part in winter training programmes: 5 girls in the county and possibly a few more in the development squad 22 boys in the county squads 28 boys in district and development programmes
PRESENTATION EVENING Finally we held a presentation evening in November to celebrate the success of the teams and as well as highlight individuals acheievements.
PLANNING 2011 A newsletter and email will be going around shortly with details of our winter nets programme at Shrewsbury School. This season the make up of the junior section will change slightly in order to accommodate numbers better, make smaller squads and develop players more effectively. Details will be sent out to all parents about this Next year we plan to enter under 15 team into the league as well as under 11, and two under 13 teams.
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CLUB ACHEIVEMENTS 2010
SCC HOSTED IN 2010...
Shropshire CCC ( 3 day match and KO fixture) Shropshire Under 21’s Midlands U14’s &U15’s Trial Shropshire Over 50.s SCB Junior County Matches & County Cup Finals BDPL 20-20 Regional Rounds and 20-20 Regional Final KO BDPL League Matches Bank’s League Matches Shrewsbury School County Festivals BDPL Graham Williamson Final Salop Leisure 20-20 Finals Day Kwik Cricket Festivals Lords Taveners County Events SCB Coaching Courses
SENIORS
1st XI BDPL Premier WINNERS 1stXI Graham Williamson Trophy WINNERS 1stXI Salop Leisure 20-20 Final WINNERS 2nd XI 9th PLACE BDPL Reserve Premier 3rdXI 9th Place Manby Bowdler Division 3 4thXI 16th Place Manby Bowdler Division 7
INDIVIDUAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Worcestershire CCC - Jack Shantry Joe Leach Oxford- Cardiff UCCC - Michael Barnard, Ryan Bishop Shropshire Minor Counties XI - Edward Foster, Robert Foster, Elliot Green, Will Parton, Michael Barnard, Alex Blofield Worcestershire Academy - Alex Blofield, Elliot Green , Stephen Leach , Edward Barnard Shropshire U21’s Elliot Green, Alex Blofield,Michael Barnard,Rob Foster,Jack Shantry, Matt Swift Shropshire U17’s Selection - Stephen Barnard, Stephen Leach, Mark Prescott Midlands U15 Trials Edward Barnard Shropshire U15’s - Matt, Gregson, Edward Barnard , Tom Ellis , Paddy Townsend, Tim Dean , Charlie Farquhar , Henry Blofield Shropshire U14’s Selection - Tim Dean, Edward Barnard, Henry Blofield
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Shropshire U13s Selection - Ben Roberts, David Jowett Shropshire U12’s selection - Peter Dean, Richard Thomas, Thomas Breeze Shropshire U 11,s selection TBC Shropshire U10’s TBC Shropshire Girls U13’s TBC Shropshire Girls U17’s & Women Claire Pym, Jesse Reid, Julie Dean
LEAVERS
We have unfortunately, sort of, lost one outstanding member and cricketer this year. Tom Somerville has for now moved to York with work but we are unsure about his 2011 availability at present. Tom you have served the club with great honour and pride over the last decade or more
SENIORS ABROAD
Alex Blofield is spending his gap year winter in Australia working at Christ Church Grammar School and playing Grade Cricket for Subiaco Floreat CC
Edward FOSTER & Elliot GREEN
At the Annual General Meeting of the League, to be held at Moseley Cricket Club, at 8.00 p.m. on Wednesday 19th January 2011, the Player of the Year Trophy will be awarded to Ed Foster , The Albert Birkenhead Trophy, for the Young Player of the Year, to his club mate, Elliot Green.
LCA player of the month Leg-spinner Elliot Green has capped off a fantastic end to the season by being named as the League Cricketers' Association player of the month for September. The award follows his outstanding haul of 9-77 during the crucial final match of the season away at Kidderminster, a game that saw the club clinch the Birmingham League title. Elliot picks up a signed England training vest for his achievements. The League Cricketers Association (LCA) has been founded to enable league cricketers, and those associated with league cricket across the UK, to be rewarded in varying forms by acting as one body, whilst enhancing the status of the game at grass roots level benefiting those who play and work within it. For more information and to join for free visit www.thelca.co.uk
Ed Foster captained both Shrewsbury CC and Shropshire CCC to famous victories in 2010 Helping Shrewsbury win three trophies and Shropshire CCC the one-day trophy.
SCC 1stXI FAIR PLAY At the end of every League match, the Umpires mark both sides on their conduct and behaviour throughout the game. The maximum mark is 10 and takes into account the Club's adherence to the Spirit of Cricket, their attitude towards the Umpires and their attitude towards their opponents. A trophy will be awarded to
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each of the four Divisional winners at the A.G.M. next January.
Premier Division 2009 1.Knowle & Dorridge 8.85 2.Shrewsbury 8.72
Premier Division 2010 Fair Play Reports 2010
Ranking Order by Division
Premier Division Matches Aband Total Ave Walmley 18 4 165 9.17 Shrewsbury 18 4 160 8.89 Kenilworth Wardens 19 3 166 8.74 Knowle & Dorridge 17 5 144 8.47 Kidderminster Victoria 19 3 160 8.42 Barnt Green 20 2 166 8.30 Walsall 20 2 166 8.30 Smethwick 19 3 157 8.26 Moseley 17 5 140 8.24 Himley 19 3 152 8.00 Wellington 20 2 160 8.00 Wolverhampton 18 4 128 7.11
CONGRATULATIONS For the 2nd year running we achieved 2nd place but pleasingly with a higher score than in 2009.
OUTFIELD REPORTS Outfield Reports 2010
Ranking Order
Premier Division Matches Aban Total Ave Grade Kidderminster Victoria 10 1 197 19.70 Very Good Shrewsbury 10 1 196 19.60 Very Good Moseley 10 1 182 18.20 Very Good Knowle & Dorridge 8 3 144 18.00 Very Good Wellington 11 194 17.64 Very Good Walsall 10 1 175 17.50 Very Good Barnt Green 10 1 174 17.40 Very Good Smethwick 9 2 152 16.89 Good Walmley 8 3 135 16.88 Good Kenilworth Wardens 10 1 166 16.60 Good Himley 10 1 159 15.90 Good Wolverhampton 8 3 124 15.50 Good
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PITCH REPORTS Pitch Reports 2010
Ranking Order
Premier Division Matches Aban Total Ave Grade Knowle & Dorridge 8 3 136 17.00 Very Good Kidderminster Victoria 10 1 162 16.20 Good Himley 9 2 145 16.11 Good Barnt Green 10 1 158 15.80 Good Shrewsbury 10 1 157 15.70 Good Smethwick 9 2 138 15.33 Good Moseley 10 1 144 14.40 Good Wolverhampton 8 3 110 13.75 Above Average Wellington 11 151 13.73 Above Average Kenilworth Wardens 10 1 134 13.40 Above Average Walsall 10 1 133 13.30 Above Average Walmley 8 3 99 12.38 Above Average
CRICKET FOOTNOTES
Coaching AWARDS
We are presently seeking members wishing to undertaking training for both UKCC Level 1 & 2. The club is hoping to fund and support members through their training and have applied to various bodies for grant aid.
COMMITTEE BUSINESS 2010
a) Substantial amounts of ‘second hand’ furniture were purchased to help improve the seating and clubhouse environment. b) Roof repairs costing over £3000 were carried out during the Autumn to overcome persistent leaks and water damage. Following an appeal nearly 50% of the costs were covered by donations from members and well wishers c) A sub committee is presently pondering internal refurbishment in 2011 to raise the quality of the club interior to hopefully increase the number of bookings achieved. d) The community grant of £15,000 achieved in 2009 was used to buy new screens covers and mobile nets. The new mobile net will be in action from April 2011 e) As part of the cricket improvement we will refurbish and upgrade the old net area to the rear of the clubhouse. f) Chance to Shine was conducted successfully in 2010 and we have already signed up for our 5th ( and possibly last) year. Coaching will start in the coming term. g) CRICKET FORCE 2010 was carried out with good attendance and vigour and we have signed up to 2011 (see (a))
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h) The annual Dinner (2010) has been arranged at the Greenhous Stadium on Feb 19th 2011- see forms in AGM info i) In November Shrewsbury Cricket Club was vandalised on two separate occasions by a small group of youths. The cricket square has been flooded, gates broken & removed, brand new sightscreens smashed and the recently repaired roof, at a cost of £3,000, have been damaged. Local residents saw the group on bikes but were not able to apprehend them. Descriptions have been passed onto the Community Police Officers- press reports and local community vigilance has subsequently reduced repeat attacks. j) A potential footpath/cycle way close to the London Rd hedge is being discussed with the County Council at present. k) The County Council have advised us that they are reviewing sports club rates – presently we are 0 rated l) A major water leak near the clubhouse, discovered in the Autumn, has been repaired and the outcome of further discussions with our water suppliers will determine any potential costs or insurance action. m) An Honours Board has been made and is awaiting final writing to publicise the Club’s Foundation, Affiliations & Honours since 1839 – however most competition records only date back to the early 1970’s.The entire cost of board has been sponsored by Vaughan Palmer who kindly donated a gift to the club in 2008 n) As you may be aware the recent death of Brian Everall was a great loss to the local cricketing community. - A stalwart of Wroxeter CC Brian was not only a great player but also real gentlemen. I first played against him during my first season as a teenager at Wroxeter in 1976. In sorting through his cricket papers Jim Home came across three SCC membership cards from 1927(County Mental Hospital , Bicton),1937 & 1938 ( Wenlock Rd – he has kindly passed them onto the club and will shall , in due course find an appropriate display point for them. If you would like to have a look at them – I have them with me tonight. o) The planned construction of semi permanent invalid ramps for clubhouse door entry is well underway p) Our FOCUS CLUB Development Plan has been updated in line with ECB regulations q) The CLUB BELL was saved from theft on the 22nd August this year thanks to the vigilance of our neighbours r) FUNDRAISING IN COMFORT Please use - www easyfundraising .org.uk – go on line select SCC , as your cause, when you register and each purchase you make will produce funds for the club. Alison Blofield has registered £48 in 2010 – s) The committee, on behalf of the membership, would like to congratulate former 1stXI Captain. Steve Gale, for being promoted to the 1st Class Umpires list.
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SOCIAL REPORT The club had another enjoyable social year but we would like to see more club/community initiatives in 2011
2011 Events start with ANNUAL DINNER Feb 19th Greenhous Meadow
ANNUAL GOLF DAY Date TBC @ Arscott Golf Club – contact JAnders for details
PRE SEASON CURRY EVENING Date TBC
THANK YOU ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERSHIP AND IN NO PARTICULAR ORDER TO
THE COMMITTEE – for supporting all the cricketers, running the club, keeping us financially sustainable, providing resources and ensuring the good name of Shrewsbury Cricket Club is maintained in the community
THE PLAYERS – for their successes , the manner in which the accept both success and disappointment, their enthusiasm, availability, excellent behaviour, skill, representative honours, appearance and good humour.
THE CAPTAINS – for their endless communication, their good sense, their compromise, hard work and representative skills. A special thanks to Steve Carless , who is stepping down as 3rd XI captain this year, after four years excellent service. He has done a wonderful job for the club during that time and perhaps surprised a number of members with his mature and organised approach. He has nurtured our talented players and given opportunities to many 3rd XI players. It has been period of time through which he has matured as a captain and , I have to say, as a bloke
THE COACHES – for offering tireless support and opportunities to the very many club and community players throughout the year
THE PARENTS- for their excellent support, player ferrying encouragement and generous financial support.
THE CATERING STAFF- principally to Joan, Janet & Pat but also to Claire for coordinating and doing special events together with their excellent assistants in maintaining the very high standards and volume of catering throughout a very busy year.
THE GROUNDSTAFF - Bill Davies & Les Nicholls who have prepared more pitches than ever before in 2010 and ensured that the club remains an immaculate environment that we can all be proud of. Rarely do they get a rest and rarely do they complain. Nevertheless the committee are very aware that they are both very senior in years and younger blood must come forward soon to ensure that standards do not drop for future generations.
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THE SCORERS & UMPIRES – for their time , expertise, professional application and amateur status Vaughan Palmer, Claire Green, Dave Somerville & Bill Davies
THE PRESIDENT – Mike Jones for another year of fixture card production, support, good humour, upholding standards, unfailing attendance at committee and sub committee meetings and good governance, all this despite a major operation in the summer. We wish you continued good health in 2011.
THE JUNIOR COORDINATOR - Julie Dean took over the running over the Junior Section in 2010 and has made a great success of the job. Julie is our first female coordinator but has already done great things and built on the hard work of her excellent predecessors. Her Junior Cricket Development Proposals paper makes a number of important points that the committee have acted upon – some
GORDON ANDERS DAVE REYNOLDS DON WILKINSON PAUL GERRARD DAVE MORRIS
THE SPONSORS -I would like to thank all of our sponsors for supporting us in what has been a difficult financial year for everyone. Your support has again been outstanding. In 2011 we shall aim to grow our support. Present sponsors will be thanked for their support, apriority for the new committee, and asked to support us again as well as the club seeking to attract new sponsors.
GKN Wheels Telford Jackson Lloyd Greenhous Saab Telford Salop Leisure Mouchel Storage King Lanyon Bowdler Turner Peachey Bml Hayley The Environment Agency Carwyn Jones Warmflow Oil Boilers Henshalls The Plumbline Pipeline RAW Plumbing Shrewsbury Plumbing Supplies
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Chairman’s FOOTNOTE 1 Following a study of committee attendance in 2010. I am very keen to grow the committee and appoint members to the general committee who can attend meetings on a regular basis and /or offer skills at times to suit them. Specifically I would like to attract members to the following key positions
Bar Chairman, Grounds Assistant, Kit Manager, Sponsorship Manager, Evening League Captain, Social Events Manager, Clubhouse Chairman, Junior Coordinator Assistant, Clubhouse Display Manager, Advertising Coordinator, Website Officer (11)
If you feel you can fulfil any of these part time volunteer roles, or have other skills of value to the cricket club, then please do let me know.
2 Show your support for the club tonight .!!!!!
NEW CLUB TIES ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE BAR £10 each
3 Book your place at the Celebration Dinner tonight and raise a table of friends and/or colleagues and make it an unforgettable evening celebrating the clubs most successful season in its 172 years history.
CRICKETING & NON CRICKETING AIMS FOR 2011
TO AIM FOR A TOP THREE FINISH IN THE BDPL PREMIERSHIP- as this would have been the aim before our premature success in 2010 TO AIM FOR A TOP SIX FINISH IN THE BDPL 2ndXI PREMIERSHIP- by blooding a number of talented teenagers RETAIN OUR STATUS IN THE, SHROPSHIRE CRICKET LEAGUE DIV 3 & DIV 7 AND THE SHREWSBURY EVENING LEAGUE
TO INCREASE THE NUMBER OF ADULTS PLAYING IN THE 4thXI
TO FURTHER DEVELOP THE YOUNG TALENT IN THE CLUB. By coaching and offering them opportunities in senior teams
TO RECRUIT PLAYERS OF ALL ABILITY
TO IMPROVE THE SELECTION PROCESS & COMMUNICATION- aims agreed at Cricket Review Meeting -possibly via play cricket .com or teamer.net
TO IMPLEMENT THE PATHWAYS DECISION TAKEN 12-10-10
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As part of that process the captains will in their pre season meeting discuss the PATHWAYS of certain players ascending and descending club teams – (these players may be new members, young developing players or older members declining in capabilities and/or ambition). For example in 2010 it was agreed that Edward Barnard & Tom Ellis would be available for 2ndXI selection whilst Dave Williams became available for 3rdXI selection. These were, on reflection excellent decisions but the club may have made the decisions with better referencing and subsequently better communication. Clearly the PATHWAY decision should never be INFLEXIBLE. It should act as a guideline for player, parents and members.
TO ENSURE THE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE CLUB
TO DEVELOP THE CLUB AT EVERY OPPORTUNITY
TO IMPROVE RESOURCES AVAILABLE TO THE MEMBERSHIP
TO EXPAND THE MANAGEMENT STRUCTURE OF THE CLUB
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CHAIRMAN’s AIMS - NEXT FIVE YEARS
Primarily I aim to sustain what we have, which as you will have heard is substantial in fact and potential. Improve and develop our services and facilities when and where we can.
Additionally I hope to give the membership the opportunity to relocate, at some point in the future, to a ‘greenfield’ site with much expanded and improved facilities. The ambitions of the club will therefore be a true reflection of what the members want. And that is how it should be.
NB
All the above plus a recent non- published magazine article will appear on the club website in full.
DEVELOPMENT STATEMENT
The sub committee have been continuing to explore the possibility of relocation in 2010/11. The depressed economic situation has restricted the sub committee’s work to fact finding and preparation. To that end the sub committee have researched detail project costs and done much work towards developing a robust business plan that would sustain the club if relocation were to occur. In due course information will be presented to, and discussed with, the new committee.
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SPECIAL AWARDS FROM TIM BALL ( VP)
Tim wrote to me over two months ago and wanted the following to happen
Player of the Season - Ed Foster
“ for his fantastic season again with the bat but for his leadership skills in getting together the side and for pulling off what has to be an unbelievable achievement”
Outstanding Performance of the Season - Elliot Green
“for his 9 wicket haul against Kidderminster on the final day of the season”
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