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TEL: 01626 333426 Email: [email protected] List of Contents
The Management Team – 2020 ...... 6 Mark of Remembrance...... 8 Secretary’s Report – 2019...... 9 Treasurer’s Report – 2019...... 14 Constitution – 2020...... 17 Administration – 2020...... 23 Member Clubs and Contact Details – 2020...... 29 Playing Regulations – 2020...... 71 ECB Guidance Notes...... 85 Playing Rules – 2020...... 93 Premier & A Divisions – 50/50 (Green)...... 93 B Division – 45/45 (Blue)...... 106 C, D & E Divisions – 45/45 (Red)...... 117 F Division and Below – 40/40 (Yellow)...... 127 Devon Cricket Board Player Availability Criteria...... 136 Child Safeguarding...... 136 Cup Competitions – 2020...... 138 PROUD Ground and Facilities Requirements...... 158 TO SPONSOR THE Devon Association of Cricket Officials...... 165 DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE Umpires Panel – 2020...... 166 Crease Markings...... 168 First Aid on Cricket Grounds...... 169 Disciplinary Regulations and Procedures...... 171 League Fixtures – 2020...... 192 Devon Women’s Cricket League Fixtures – 2020...... 222 Devon County Club Fixtures – 2020...... 228 League Awards...... 229 Officers of the League...... 234 Media Contacts...... 235 TEL: 01626 333426 Email: [email protected] 5 Tolchards Devon Cricket League The Management Team – 2020
President: Graham Shears 01626 853944 07970 624615 [email protected]
League Management Committee Chairman: Nick Rogers 01805 624684 07813 769263 [email protected] Vice Chairman: Phil Bees 01752 211620 07425 154289 [email protected] Secretary: Dave Sheppard Church Ford, Little Torrington EX38 8PR 07596 457149 [email protected] Treasurer: Mark Horwell 07830 022823 01752 724905 [email protected] (business) Playing Regulations & Rules Secretary: David Gambie 07443 424376 [email protected] Registrations Secretary: Paul Mitchell 07778 017326 [email protected] Logistics Officer: Nigel Mountford 01392 434185 07913 607352 [email protected] Commercial Secretary: Richard Stevenson 01884 38325 07757 209853 [email protected] Fixtures Secretary: Phil Bees Discipline Officer: Nigel Mountford Cup Competition Organiser: Richard Stevenson Cup Competitions Committee: Mark Couch & Sheila Harding Club Representative of Premier & A Divisions: Jon Goulder 07403 071446 [email protected] Club Representative of B & C Divisions: vacant Club Representative of D East Divisions & Below: Peter Avery 01404 814315 [email protected]
6 Club Representative of D West Divisions & Below: Mark Couch 01626 774318 07760 177052 [email protected] Devon Association of Cricket Officials Representative: Pete Bamber 01803 553655 07483 229902 [email protected] County Welfare Officer: James May 01392 421135 07786 164646 [email protected] Play Cricket Manager: Dennis White
Results Secretaries Representative on LMC
Premier, A, B, C, F West & G West Dennis White 01752 335451 07735 071835 [email protected] E East, F East, G East, H East & H West Sheila Harding 01392 876481 07816 665503 [email protected] D East, D West & E West Hayley Hawkins 07800 504771 [email protected]
Honorary Life Members
Dame Mary Bridges DBE Barry Page-Dove Bill Matten Graham Shears Geoff Coish Sheila Harding Dennis White Nigel Piddock Gavin Lane
7 Tolchards Devon Cricket League
Mark of Remembrance
In remembrance of all those in our cricketing family who passed away since our last AGM in November 2018
Doug Barlow – Woodbury & Newton St Cyres Cricket Club Myles Harrison – Woodbury & Newton St Cyres Cricket Club John Evans – Topsham St James Cricket Club Graham Ashworth – Paignton Cricket Club John Harris – Exeter Cricket Club Richard Hope – Exeter and Exmouth Cricket Clubs Mrs Pearl Tipper – Exeter Cricket Club Ian French – Sidmouth Cricket Club Alan Wardrop – Sidmouth Cricket Club Brian Drake – Sidmouth Cricket Club Wilf Easterbrook – Exmouth Cricket Club Harold Shaw – Bovey Tracey Cricket Club Kingsley Spencer – Bovey Tracey Cricket Club John Skinner – Upottery Cricket Club Andy Smith – Upottery Cricket Club Terry Newell – Bradninch Cricket Club Howard Keep – Seaton Cricket Club David Langmead – Plymouth Cricket Club Chris Ripley – Plympton Cricket Club Mike Bedward – Chudleigh Cricket Club David Mazzey – Chudleigh Cricket Club Tom Sutton – South Devon Cricket Club John Martin – Braunton Cricket Club Hugh Butterworth – Braunton Cricket Club
8 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Secretary’s Report – 2019
So, how was 2019 for you and your club? England won an amazing World Cup final over New Zealand enjoyed by millions thanks to Sky deciding to share that tumultuous game with Channel 4. Although the Ashes were retained by Australia, England managed to share the series. Has there ever been a better Test Match innings than the one played by Ben Stokes at Headingley. I have been following this amazing game of ours since the days of black-and-white television, but I cannot remember one. Twelve months ago, I posed the question to you of ‘what will your club’s legacy be to cricket at the end of the 2019 season’. What has happened at your club this season that has made you feel proud and happy that your club has built, or is building, a sustainable future as we enter the 2020s?
Building the picture – you all count When the League that you are serving has 70 clubs in it then it is difficult to understand how, or whether, cricket is developing across that number of clubs. Fortunately, for me, help is at hand and all the information that your clubs input into Play-Cricket each week, comes out across my desk as an analysis of the season’s cricket in the Tolchards Devon Cricket League. This shows that we are in a slightly better place than we were 12 months ago with a higher percentage of games being played and fewer short-sided matches. The latter is most probably the impact of the Loan and Casual Player Schemes, but we know that there are some clubs who are regular users of the Loan Player Scheme. The question must therefore be asked whether this is masking a downward trend in the membership of those clubs. My thanks, at this juncture, to the Devon Cricket Board for developing the ‘Get the Game on! (Devon) Facebook page. It was interesting for me to read the weekly posts that appeared there. The League is firmly of the view that the vibrancy and sustainability of our member clubs is of vital importance to us. Back in the summer two members of the League Management Committee, Jon Goulder and Peter Avery, began a vital piece of research for the League. They began by looking at those teams most likely to concede matches or be short-sided on match days. Overlaid across that is each club’s level of junior development, particularly in the age groups where some young players will begin to make the transition into open-age cricket. Whilst an increasing number of clubs are running with the ECB ‘All Stars’ cricket, the numbers in higher age cricket are more limited. This, on paper, reduces the club’s ability, to replace adults in open-age cricket with young players.
9 The information, gleaned so far, was shared with member clubs at the Divisional meetings. The aim is to build the picture over the close season and then consult with our friends and partners at the Devon Cricket Board to see how they can help to influence an improving picture. We look forward to sharing more on this critical issue at the 2020 April Distribution meeting, but helping our member clubs to create a sustainable future will be high on our agenda in 2020. By way of a postscript to this section, it is pleasing to note the upward turn in the number of applications from clubs and teams to join the League in 2020.
Ensuring the foundations In 2018 the League began the process of making site visits to our member clubs to benchmark each of them against the Ground and Facilities Minimum Quality Standards, as published in the League handbook. This work has been completed in 2019 and the results will be available shortly. The aspiration of climbing the League is important, but improving grounds and facilities must go ‘hand-in-hand’ together on this journey. There will always be times when clubs cannot match the prescribed level of facilities. Sadly, vandalism in the local community can be a factor, but there are many others. Active communication with the League is always preferable if there is doubt. The visits undertaken have been well received by member clubs and my thanks must go to some of the officials at those clubs for giving up their time to accommodate our ‘visitors’. The picture that is building is of many clubs investing time and effort in maintaining their cricket squares, but sometimes at the expense of maintenance of the pavilion stock. The completed report will be with me very shortly. Once analysed, the League will again sit down with the Devon Cricket Board to see how common themes can be taken forward. Again, when we arrive at April’s Distribution meeting, we will share more information with you on progress.
A game for all Adult, male, cricket does not sit in a vacuum within cricket in Devon. It is dependent on the development of young players to ensure a legacy, together with the maintenance and enhancement of club grounds. I appreciate that so many of our member clubs already understand that, and are building clubs for the future of their communities. The League has, in the last couple of weeks, entered discussions with the Devon Women’s Cricket League. We have taken the first few steps along a journey to see how we can best work together with them. Ultimately, we would like to think that this becomes a means of increasing the number of women
10 and girls playing cricket at our member clubs. In doing this we increase the membership of our clubs and create a more ‘family centred’ environment to engage more of the local community. All of this will only happen if we are able to increase the number of active volunteers at our clubs, but more members mean more opportunities to do just that. Perhaps the time is right to press pause and reflect on the way we engage volunteers at our clubs. People will volunteer for a cause they believe in – it becomes a matter of how we frame that offer.
It’s a long way from October to April For the first time in 2019 we increased our playing offer of Cup Competitions from two to three. The latest one provided the opportunity for many 2nd XI cricketers to enjoy Cup cricket for the first time within the League. Many, many congratulations to those winning clubs. We know that, in many clubs, there is a real issue about playing cricket on a Sunday. Over several years players have voted with their feet. Thanks to the efforts of the Cup Competitions team, we have been successful in attracting sponsors for our Cup competitions. However, we have sadly noted a trend where applications to participate in a Cup competition in the autumn do not translate into players on the field the following season. That is disappointing and clearly may have a negative impact for both competitions and sponsors in the future.
The Golden Globes – tonight we celebrate! A kind summer produced many memorable matches across the Devon Cricket League. We congratulate all our Divisional winners. We will celebrate with them when they are presented with their awards at the 2019 League Annual General Meeting. In the Premier Division the top three teams for 2019 will go forward to represent us in the 2020 Royal London Club Championship. We wish them well. Sitting here at the computer in late October is a good time for reflection on the year that has passed. Running a cricket league, the size of ours, is in every way a team effort and it must be remembered, because it is often forgotten, that, for the most part, those involved in the organisation volunteer their time. It is easy, in any walk of life, for the little man to throw rocks at the large organisation. Sadly, there have been times in my tenure when that has happened to colleagues on the League Management Committee, when they have been framed as being part of a large organisation. It would be easy and appropriate, to have a long list of friends and colleagues to thank at this point. As a league we are so fortunate to have so many active volunteers on our committee who are passionate about this game and who
11 dedicate so much time to running it. They have done some fantastic work in the last 12 months and worked endless hours to try and make cricket in the Tolchards Devon Cricket League work. To them all I say a heartfelt ‘thank you’. We must also give a huge vote of thanks to all our sponsors. Your contributions to the League make a real difference and because of you we are the envy of other cricket leagues around the country. Thank you.
And finally After some considerable thought over the last 12 months, I have decided to retire as League Secretary in 2020. I have been one of those incredibly lucky people who have had the fantastic experience of having a career pursuing their passion. I moved from being a hapless bank clerk to a mundane Civil Servant, but in 1989 an opportunity was offered to work in cricket. The opportunity to be your Secretary, for what will be, just over six years has been a real privilege and one I shan’t forget. I shared my news with Nick in August this year with the words ‘I don’t intend to be doing this in 12 months’ time’! He was more than generous in his response, and I have been incredibly lucky to work with two excellent Chairmen in Nick, and Stuart before him. The League will move to advertise the post in the New Year, and I am happy to support the new post-holder as they come to terms with the role. After that I have offered to Nick that I am happy to become an active volunteer for the League, but really want the time to enjoy my retirement with my wife, spending less time being a computer jockey. Thank you all for your amazing support over my tenure since January 2014. I hope that I have helped to make the League different and, perhaps, better, but that is for you to judge. We stand at an opportunity to make cricket in our clubs much stronger, and my wish is that you will all want to join with the League in making that happen. Good luck for 2020.
Edward Leverton
12 13 Treasurer’s Report – 2019
The income and expenditure account shows a surplus for the year of £2,000 compared to £2,219 in the previous year. Total income has increased by £927 compared to 2018. This is largely due to the following factors:
• Subscriptions have fallen by £242. This is purely down to a lower number of teams in the League as subscription fees have remained the same per team. • Fines have increased from £75 to £1,060. It was decided last year that the level of fines for non-attendance of the AGM/EGM should be increased. Also, fines were introduced this year for withdrawing from Cup competitions. • Handbook advertising has fallen by £490. Some of the advertisers from 2018 decided not to be in the handbook this year and they were not replaced. • The deficit on balls and stumps has fallen by £2,427. There was a very large amount of stock held at the end of 2017 which over inflated the 2018 deficit. The increase in closing stock for 2019 has also resulted in a further reduction in the deficit. • ECB grant income has fallen from £11,500 to £9,405. We are hoping for a further payment of £1,500 in December. • Sponsorship income has increased by £338. This is largely due to an increase in the number of Cup competition sponsors.
Total expenditure has increased by £1,146 compared to the previous year. The biggest movements in expense items are as follows: • Wages and PAYE have increased by £398. This is due to the full year effect of a pay rise that Ed Leverton and Paul Mitchell received in April 2018. • Trophy purchases increased by £437 this year. New trophies were purchased to represent the all-through league plus new trophies were purchased for the new Cup competition. • Ground visit costs of £2,286 were incurred during the year. This was the audit of the minimum quality standard of clubs, as defined in the handbook. • DACO costs of £393 were incurred this year. This was a subsidy for umpire recruitment and training. • IT costs have decreased by £506. This is the full year effect of a review of our IT expenditure by Nick Rogers in 2018. • Cup competition expenses have increased by £100. This is as expected because there is now an additional Cup competition. • This League contributed £3,000 to the ECB’s small grant scheme in 2018, but not in 2019. • Results service costs increased by £1,629. This is as a result of a price increase from Conrad Sutcliffe and paying for Kevin Field’s full results services this year.
The Balance Sheet shows that we held £39,756 in the bank at the year end. There were debtors of £5,025 at the year end and these consisted of sponsorship, advert and fines monies outstanding. Creditors were £3,182 at the year end and these consisted of accrued expenses and amounts owed to Conrad Sutcliffe. The League finances are in a strong position and assuming that income streams remain consistent I would expect similar results for 2020. Mark Horwell 14 Income & Expenditure Account for the year ended 30th September 2019 2018 2019 £ £ £ £ Income 12,265 Subscriptions 12,023 75 Fines 1,060 1,340 Handbook advertising 850 –3,578 Deficit on balls and stumps –1,151 11,500 ECB Grant 9,405 8,628 Sponsorship 8,966 1 Interest received 6 30,231 31,158
Expenditure 7,580 Wages and PAYE 7,906 5,177 Committee expenses 4,494 794 Trophies 1,231 5,049 Handbook 5,135 0 Ground visits 2,286 0 DACO 393 475 Insurance 512 55 Subscriptions 25 885 IT costs 379 1,228 Cup competitions 1,328 3,000 England & Wales Cricket Trust 0 3,840 Results service 5,469 28,012 29,158 2,219 Surplus for the Year 2,000
Balance Sheet as at 30th September 2019 2018 2019 £ £ £ £ Accumulated Fund: 38,708 As at 1st October 2018 40,927 2,219 Add: Surplus/(deficit) for the year 2,000 40,927 42,927 Represented By: 557 Stock of balls 1,033 295 Stationery stock 295 44,321 Cash at bank 39,756 1,880 Sundry debtors 5,025 –6,126 Sundry creditors –3,182 40,927 42,927
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16 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Constitution – 2020
1. TITLE AND STATUS i. The League shall be known as the Devon Cricket League (DCL) and shall include, if required, reference to its sponsors. ii. The DCL is a not-for-profit organisation which belongs to the member Bowling Devon Over clubs.
2. OBJECTIVES The objectives of the DCL shall be to: i. Organise cricket for member clubs on a competition basis. ii. Promote the highest possible standards of cricket and playing facilities. iii. Ensure that play is conducted within the spirit and laws of the game of cricket and the DCL competition rules. iv. Ensure a duty of care to all member clubs and players regardless of race, gender, disability and sexual orientation.
3. MEMBERSHIP i. Those clubs who have in the past been elected to the membership of the DCL and are still participating in the league structure. ii. Additional clubs must apply to be admitted to membership of the DCL by written application to the DCL Secretary no later than 31st October following the season end. iii. All applications for membership of the DCL (this means clubs new to the DCL, together with existing member clubs wishing to enter new teams or reinstate teams excluded from playing the past season) shall be considered by the LMC. All clubs which meet the criteria for membership, as laid out in the DCL Ground and Facilities Requirements, shall have their applications put forward to a vote at the Annual General Meeting (AGM). Those successful Supporting Devon Cricket clubs and their teams, accepted at the AGM, will be eligible to participate in the DCL competitions and in divisions within the league to be advised by the Supporting Devon Business LMC with effect from the forthcoming season. iv. Membership shall be continuous unless a club: a. Terminates it in writing to the DCL Secretary no later than 30th Please contact us to discuss September following the season end. This includes where a club wishes your printing requirements to withdraw one or more teams. Only the lowest position team may be withdrawn first. b. Is expelled by the vote of member clubs at either the AGM or phone. 01392 211909 Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM), where a minimum of two-thirds email. [email protected] of the member clubs vote for expulsion. web. www.shortrunpress.co.uk v. Member clubs will only be eligible to participate in the DCL fixtures or competition if all monies owing to the DCL are paid by 1st May, or 15th May 17 for clubs that pay subscriptions by instalments (but see Appendix for late payment penalty).
4. GOVERNANCE OF THE DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE The governance of the DCL, as agreed from time to time, is laid out in detail within this Constitution and the Playing Regulations and Rules section: change to the structure of the DCL is a constitutional matter for voting purposes, whilst change to the various playing regulations and rules is a matter for the relevant clubs that play under those particular playing regulations and rules. The LMC will manage the playing aspects of the League being guided by the following principles: i. To provide as much competitive cricket as is reasonably possible. ii. No two or more teams from the same club will be permitted to play in the same division. iii. Promotion and relegation between divisions will be made on a two up and two down basis unless a special provision has decreed otherwise. iv. From time to time the LMC will be required to manage situations outside the normal promotion and relegation protocol, examples are: a. A club gives notice that it can only maintain a single team in the League and has, therefore, to be moved to be compliant with Playing Regulation 1.v. b. A club requests to be moved from the Division in which they are presently placed to a lower Division. c. The two relegation places from the B Division are filled by teams from the same geographical area, ie two from the ‘west’ or two from the ‘east’. In all of these cases the LMC will use its best endeavours to minimize disruption caused to the divisions where a team is substituted, withdrawn or relegated. In those divisions promotions gained in the previous season will be honoured. v. Clubmark – ALL teams participating in the Premier Division of the DCL must be in possession of a current Clubmark Certificate issued by the Devon Cricket Board Ltd (DCB) and the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB). Failure to achieve this will result in relegation. Similarly, a team will be refused promotion from the A Division to the Premier Division.
5. MANAGEMENT AND OFFICERS For the sake of efficiency and ease of understanding, the DCL shall be managed by separate bodies: the General Committee (GC), and the League Management Committee (LMC). i. The General Committee Each member club is entitled to one representative who will be empowered to vote at any AGM or EGM.
18 ii. The League Management Committee (LMC) This will comprise the following positions: • Chairperson • Vice Chair • Secretary (non-voting) • Treasurer • Playing Regulations and Rules Secretary • Registration Secretary • Logistics Officer • Commercial Secretary • Fixtures Secretary • Discipline Officer • Cup Competitions Organiser • Club Representative of Premier and A Divisions • Club Representative of B and C Divisions • Two Club Representatives from D Divisions and below • A Representative of Divisional Results Secretaries • Play Cricket Manager • DACO Representative (appointed by DACO) • County Welfare Officer (appointed by the DCB Ltd) This committee will be responsible to the members for: a. Implementing control of finance, direction and administration of policy on matters that affect the organisation of the League. Preparing the annual accounts of the League in accordance with appropriate, and current, accounting practice. b. Acting on behalf of and reporting to the DCB as required of them, and to the ECB. c. The employment, control and supervision of any paid staff; all such payments must be declared to the AGM in the accounts of the League. d. Setting the annual objectives. e. The registration of players. f. Devising league and cup regulations and rules in conjunction with members. g. The arrangement, amendment and cancellation of league fixtures to include unavailability or fitness of grounds. h. Arranging cup competitions, fixtures for these if required and grounds as necessary. i. Conduct of matches. j. Collating results of matches and preparation of league statistics. k. Assimilating members’ views and bringing forward proposals for change based on them. l. Minimum Quality Standards for ground and facilities of member clubs and ensuring the maintenance of accurate records in this regard.
19 m. The Code of Conduct. n. Disciplinary Regulations and procedures. All committee members (excluding the Chairperson who is elected for a 4-year term) will serve for 12 months from their election date before seeking re-election, apart from the Secretary. The LMC will have the power to co-opt, as necessary, additional people to the committee, and to appoint sub-committees, to facilitate its business. iii. The Emergency Committee This will comprise three members of the LMC with the Chairperson, or their deputy, able to co-opt from outside of the LMC if considered appropriate. The purpose of such a meeting will be to discuss, and take whatever action is necessary on, any matters that would require a response earlier than the next scheduled LMC meeting. A full report of any such meeting must be made at the next meeting of the LMC.
6. CONDUCT OF BUSINESS i. The LMC will meet as required throughout the year, but no more than nine times during the year. ii. All meetings are to be minuted and accessible to member clubs. iii. Each committee member, including co-opted members, but with the exception of the secretary, shall have one vote. The chairperson of the meeting will have a casting vote. iv. To constitute a quorum 50% of members must be present. v. Any abstentions will be counted in recording of votes cast.
7. DIVISIONAL MEETINGS Divisional meetings give the opportunity for clubs and management at the end of the season to discuss changes to the Constitution and Playing Regulations and Playing Rules. Proposals from clubs for any such change will be considered at these meetings but must be received, in writing, by the DCL Secretary no later than 7th September. These meetings to take place by the end of September. The Secretary will arrange and issue the agenda giving notice of proposals received and discussion points raised for these meetings giving at least 7 days’ notice before the meetings take place. Following these meetings, the LMC will prepare draft proposals and issue these to clubs no later than 14th October for further consideration. Clubs will then have 7 days from the date of their issue to submit amendments to the drafts or make additional proposals. The final list of proposals for discussion at the AGM together with the agenda will be circulated to all clubs at least 28 days before the AGM date.
20 Note The Constitution, Administration, Playing Regulations and Playing Rules can only be amended, deleted or new rules adopted at an AGM or EGM called specifically for this purpose.
8. ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND VOTING RIGHTS The DCL AGM shall be held after the end of the financial year on the last Friday in November, and be attended by the member clubs. i. For constitutional matters, each member club represented has one vote. In order to make any change, a two-thirds majority of votes cast will be required. ii. For playing rules matters each member club represented has one vote. In order to make any change a simple majority of votes cast is required. iii. A quorum at the AGM shall consist of 75% of member clubs represented. iv. The AGM Agenda shall be as follows: • Apologies for absence • A mark of remembrance • Adoption of the Minutes of the previous AGM • Chairperson’s report • Secretary’s report; issued in advance • Treasurer’s report; issued in advance • LMC report • Subscriptions • Constitutional, Administrative, Playing Regulation and Playing Rule Proposals • Election of the LMC officers, excluding any salaried secretary • Election of any new members • Applications to join the League • Presentation of awards • Any other business for which prior notification has been received • LMC Chairperson’s closing address
9. EXTRAORDINARY GENERAL MEETING i. An EGM may be called by either the LMC or on written application of no less than 25% of the member clubs. Each application must state that it supports the actual resolution to be put before the meeting; it must be on the club official headed paper and be signed by an officer of the club. This can be submitted to the DCL Secretary by post or any form of electronic transmission. ii. The Secretary shall arrange for the EGM to be held no more than 4 weeks after its request and shall give at least 14 days’ notice of the meeting to member clubs, together with details of the resolution to be put before the meeting. iii. No business other than the resolution that is being put to the meeting will be allowed.
21 10. FINANCE AND SUBSCRIPTIONS i. The financial year shall run 1st October to 30th September. ii. The income and expenditure of the DCL shall be the responsibility of the Treasurer, who will be accountable to ensure funds are utilised effectively to ensure that the DCL stays within budget. iii. All monies received shall be paid into a bank account in the name of the DCL. iv. Invoices and accounts shall be paid by any automated banking system approved by the LMC or by cheque signed by the Treasurer and any other nominated member of the LMC as necessary to comply with the banking mandate. v. Before any change is made to the banking mandate this must have the prior approval of the LMC. Any written instruction must be on DCL headed paper and signed by the Chairperson and the Treasurer. vi. Subscriptions for membership of the DCL must be paid on or before 1st May, or 15th May for clubs that pay by instalments. vii. Any surpluses retained year-on-year shall be held for the benefit of the member clubs and as an advance of funds for the future administration of the DCL. viii. Surpluses will not be distributed as dividends or profits to member clubs, but will be used for the future costs of running the DCL, ix. In the event that the annual subscription does not cover the expenses of the DCL, any deficit shall be borne equally by all member clubs. x. Any club leaving the DCL consents to all funds being retained for the benefit of the continuing membership. xi. The Treasurer will recommend to the LMC and AGM the level of subscription to be paid by the member clubs each year. Any suggested change will be voted for at the AGM. xii. The annual accounts, to be presented to the AGM will be drawn up by the Treasurer. An independent accountant who holds an appropriate professional qualification will undertake an independent examination of the accounts and confirm that the accounts are in accordance with the books and records of the DCL.
11. DISSOLUTION OF THE DCL The DCL will not be dissolved except by a two-thirds majority of the votes recorded at an EGM called specifically for this purpose. In the event that, at dissolution, the DCL funds are insufficient to cover the legal liabilities, any shortfall will be borne equally by member clubs in proportion to the number of teams they play in the DCL. Similarly, in the event of a surplus of funds at dissolution, such surplus will be equally divided between all member clubs in proportion to the number of teams they play in the DCL at that date.
22 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Administration 2020
1. OBLIGATIONS TO DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE AND DEVON CRICKET BOARD i. All clubs are subject to the Constitution and to be deemed to have accepted the DCL Administration procedures together with the Playing Regulations and Playing Rules. ii. Clubs will also have agreed to affiliate to the DCB and the Devon Association of Cricket Officials (DACO). Furthermore, clubs will support and uphold the ECB ‘Code of Conduct’, the ‘Spirit of Cricket’ – as laid down in the Laws of Cricket – and follow ECB ‘Directives and Guidelines’ including the ‘Safe Hands Policy’. All clubs agree to abide by the DCL ‘Disciplinary Regulations and Procedures’. iii. All member clubs must appoint a representative with an active email address to receive and communicate with the DCL. iv. All clubs are obligated to the DCB to complete the annual ‘affirmation’ of club details by the due date requested by them each year. Failure to do so may impact on the DCL. v. All clubs must maintain, and update, the details of the officials on their play-cricket.com website. vi. When a member club makes any subsequent change affecting its officials, captains or other data relevant to the smooth running of the DCL, it must notify the Secretary within 14 days from the date of such a change. vii. All Premier clubs are required to complete the annual ECB compliance document and return this to the DCL Secretary no later than 23rd April. viii. It is obligatory for each member club to have a voting representative present at all General Meetings and at Divisional Meetings. Clubs not attending a meeting will be fined (see Appendix entitled ‘Fines and Penalties’ under Playing Regulations). ix. Member clubs have 21 days from the date of notification to respond to all DCL correspondence unless otherwise indicated. Failure to do so within the time frame will incur a fine (see Appendix entitled ‘Fines and Penalties’ under Playing Regulations), unless there are mitigating circumstances acceptable to the LMC. x. Failure to comply with DCL directives will incur a fine (see Appendix entitled ‘Fines and Penalties’ under Playing Regulations). xi. The level of fines will be reviewed annually by the LMC and published following the AGM should any changes have been made.
2. DATA PROTECTION STATEMENT The DCL gathers contact details of member clubs’ officials through the annual ‘affirmation process’, which is undertaken on its behalf by the Devon Cricket
23 Board. The contact details taken from this are needed in order for the DCL to communicate with its member clubs, through their officials, and are published in our annual League Handbook. Information regarding member clubs’ players is retained through play- cricket.com in order to facilitate eligibility to play and enable an appropriate method through which player transfers can be undertaken. The DCL may also disclose individual player information to the DCB and the ECB. By completing the ‘affirmation process’, and the club player registration through play-cricket.com, club officials and players agree to the DCL, its officers and committee members, using such data for the stated purposes above. No other information will be disclosed to a third party without the express authority of a club official or player. Club officials and players have the right to cancel the DCL authority to hold data on them at any time. However, this will make it impossible for the DCL to communicate with that Club official or player. The DCL will destroy all information held on a Club official or player, if they cease to be a member of that club, after a 12-month period has elapsed. The DCL takes the security of personal information seriously. The DCL uses security technology, including firewalls, to safeguard information and has procedures in place to ensure that all systems and databases are protected against unauthorized disclosure, use, loss and damage.
3. DCL SECRETARY The DCL will employ the executive services of a Secretary, on a PAYE basis. The LMC is authorised to increase the salary for such services in line with the increase in the National Living Wage (or anything that replaces it) or any higher amount that might be appropriate, effective from 1st April each year.
4. THE MERGER OR SEPARATION OF MEMBER CLUBS Where two member clubs with 1st XIs in different divisions merge, the reformed club’s 1st XI will be placed in the division of the highest placed former 1st XI for the coming season unless requested otherwise. Any 2nd XI or lower (subsequent) XIs will be placed in the most appropriate division by the LMC so as to ensure that only one side plays in a division. Should a club with three or more teams in the DCL wish to split into two separate entities the LMC will convene to discuss where the demerged team(s) will play.
5. TROPHIES AND AWARDS Winners of the Divisional Championship Trophies, together with the Player of the Year and the Bob Bridges Youth Award will be responsible for their safe custody and their return to the DCL Secretary on or before the Divisional Meetings.
24 Failure by a club or player to return the trophy in good condition by the due date will result in a fine (see Appendix entitled ‘Fines and Penalties’ under Playing Regulations). The Player of the Year Award is based on all round performance. The Bob Bridges Youth Award is based upon performance by youths (up to a maximum of 19 years of age) and both are adjudicated by the LMC following suggestions from clubs.
6. SUBSCRIPTIONS FOR THE FOLLOWING SEASON i. Each member club shall pay an annual subscription on or before 1st May, or 15th May for clubs that pay by instalments; the rates for subscriptions shall be agreed at the AGM (see Appendix for agreed rates). ii. The annual subscription payable will change in line with the rate of inflation as measured by the Retail Price Index (or any such index that replaces it) as at 30th September of the previous year. Any such increase will be rounded to the nearest £1.00. Alternatively, the LMC may propose any alteration that it considers to be in the best interest of its members.
7. TEA FEES The rate charged for teas to away teams at all matches will be £33 as agreed at the AGM. In this context, a “team” means 11 players, a scorer and an umpire.
8. RIGHTS OF APPEAL OTHER THAN DISCIPLINE The LMC is elected at the AGM and thereby empowered to apply the regulations and rules of the DCL fairly and to impose fines and penalties, where considered appropriate. In the event of a member club, or one of its players, disagreeing with a decision reached against it there is a Right of Appeal. The appeal procedure is: i. Made in writing to the DCL Secretary within 7 days of receiving the original decision notification. The appeal request must be accompanied by a deposit fee (see Appendix). ii. The Arbitration Panel (AbP) will be comprised of three LMC members (to include any co-opted member), none of who were involved in the original decision. The DCL Secretary will also attend to take the minutes. iii. The purpose of the AbP is to review the previously supplied evidence that resulted in the decision reached and any new evidence submitted. The panel will either endorse or amend the original decision or revoke it. In the event of revocation the deposit will be returned. Alternatively: i. A club can request an Appeal Hearing within 7 days of receiving the original decision notification. This request must be delivered to the DCL Secretary in writing and accompanied by a deposit fee (see Appendix). The Hearing will be arranged at a venue and on a date to be agreed between the 25 parties concerned within four weeks from the date of the ‘Appeal’ letter. If no date can be agreed then the DCL will set the date. ii. The Appeal Panel (AP) will comprised of three LMC members (to include any co-opted member) none of who were involved in either of the previous decision making processes. The DCL Secretary will also attend to take the minutes. iii. The appellant has the right to be represented. iv. The AP may confirm, vary or reverse the previous LMC decision. It will have the power to order the deposit (or part thereof) forfeit if the appeal is lost. When the appeal is upheld in full or in part the original deposit will be refunded, in whole or in part, dependent upon the decision reached. v. The AP will provide a written explanation of their decision. This will be final and binding on both parties. vi. In exceptional circumstances, e.g. legal interpretation of DCL regulations and rules, a club can subsequently appeal to the DCB Ltd in accord with their Constitution and upon payment of their costs. The decision of any such arbitration service will be binding on both parties. The deposit previously paid to the DCL will be refunded if this appeal is successful.
9. DEVON COUNTY CRICKET CLUB Member clubs will not refuse permission to any of their players to assist the Devon County Cricket Club (DCCC) when required. The DCL will assist by arranging competition fixtures to accommodate DCCC fixtures.
10. LEAGUE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE – ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Chairman Appointed by the DCLMB and confirmed by the AGM
Vice-Chairman Elected annually at AGM
DCL Secretary Appointed by Responsible to the Chairman. An employed Non-voting Member of LMC role, on a PAYE basis the committee
Treasurer Elected annually Responsible for managing the League at AGM finances and maintaining the accounts
Playing Regulations and Elected annually Responsible for maintaining the playing Rules Secretary at AGM regulations and rules and the provider of relevant advice/interpretation of these
Registration Secretary Elected annually Responsible to the Chairman. A fee for at AGM service is awarded
26 Logistics Officer Elected annually Responsible for the ordering and supply of at AGM cricket materials and the invoicing of items supplied to member clubs
Commercial Officer Elected annually Responsible for liaising with the League’s at AGM sponsors and advertisers, and ensuring the satisfaction of all parties
Fixtures Secretary Elected annually Responsible for providing the fixtures in at AGM support of the DCL Saturday League
Discipline Officer Elected annually Responsible for the discipline process used at AGM by DCL
Cup Competitions Elected annually Responsible for arranging the League’s Cup Organiser at AGM competitions
Club Representatives Elected annually Responsible for reporting meeting at AGM outcomes to member clubs
Results Secretaries Elected annually Responsible for checking scorecards (they – a representative of at AGM are complete and correct). the team sits on the committee
Play Cricket Manager Elected annually Responsible for maintaining the content of at AGM the DCL play-cricket.com website
County Welfare Officer Appointed by Responsible for advice, training member DCB Ltd club Welfare Officers and identification of those member clubs that have a CWO whose training will fall due within the next 6 months, or where a club no longer has a currently trained CWO
DACO Representative Appointed by Responsible for advising the LMC on DACO matters relating to umpiring. Feedback to DACO
APPENDIX Subscriptions 2020 season Levels of subscription would be subject to the recommendation of the Treasurer to AGM.
Premier Division First XI £160.00
Divisions ‘A’, ‘B’ & ‘C’ First XI £110.00
27 Division ‘D’ First XI and any other subsequent divisions £85.00
Where a club runs any additional team in the DCL, an additional £60.00 subscription shall be payable for each such team
Fine for non-payment of a subscription on or before 15th May £10.00 per month
Rights of appeal fee 2020 season The appeal request must be accompanied by a deposit fee for £100, payable to the ‘Devon Cricket League’.
Appeal hearing fee 2020 season The appeal request must be accompanied by a deposit fee for £150, payable to ‘Devon Cricket League’.
28 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Member Clubs & Contact Details – 2020
For up-to-date information, please refer to the Clubs section of the DCB website, www.devoncricket.co.uk, from which the details below were extracted in March 2020. Please note: It is the responsibility of Individual Club Management to ensure that details on the site are up-to-date at all times.
Abbotskerswell Formed: 1898 www.abbotskerswellcc.com Twitter: @AbbotsCC Chairman: Paul Mitchell 07778 017326 [email protected] Secretary: Stephen Cooper 01626 355253 07967 108742 [email protected] League Rep: Richard Codd 01803 612889 07774 658464 [email protected] Treasurer: Keith Shakesheave 01626 354900 07836 227433 [email protected] Fixtures: Adam Latham 01803 550263 07896 946248 [email protected] Colts: Graham Catley 07769 882649 [email protected] Welfare: Dr Sue Smout 07967 108742 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A: Nick Watkin 07557 364577 [email protected] 2nd XI: E Division West: Tom Heath 07885 216088 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Two Mile Oak, Totnes Road, Abbotskerswell TQ12 6DF 1st & 2nd XI – Take A381 from Newton Abbot to Totnes. The ground is on the right hand side just before the Two Mile Oak public house. 3rd XI – Stover School – Newton Abbot – TQ12 6QG. Groundsman: Paul Mitchell 01626 334754 07778 017326 [email protected]
Alphington & Countess Wear Formed: 1920 www.alphingtoncricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @alphascricket Chairman: Will Pring 07855 161301 [email protected] Secretary: Neil Pateman 07786 551514 [email protected] League Rep: Will Pring 07855 161301 [email protected] Treasurer: Ian Ainscough/Peter Darke 01392 435633 / 07909 808607 [email protected]/[email protected] Fixtures: Will Pring 07855 161301 [email protected]
29 Colts: Welfare: Neil Pateman [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D East: James Bogue 07811 140387 [email protected] 2nd XI: G Division East: TBC TBC TBC Ground Address & Directions The Chronicles, Alphington, Exeter EX2 8SW From A30 take Exeter Road into Alphington. The ground is on your left. From Exeter take any exit to A30. The ground is on your right as you pass through Alphington. Groundsman:
Ashburton Formed: 1889 www.ashburtoncricketclub.com Twitter: @Ashburton_CC Chairman: Jeremy Crouch 07762 183652 [email protected] Secretary: Lloyd White 07931 895123 [email protected] League Rep: Jeremy Crouch 01626 683388 07762 183652 [email protected] Treasurer: George Marshall [email protected] Fixtures: Lloyd White 07931 895123 [email protected] Colts: Lloyd White 07931 895123 [email protected] Welfare: Vernon Coon 01626 821269 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C1 West: Ashley Berry 07850 006913 [email protected] 2nd XI: C2 West: Nick Yabsley 07827 804633 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Varwell Field, Balland Lane, Ashburton, Newton Abbot TQ13 7BX Take northern access from A38 expressway for Ashburton. Turn left towards town centre. Take first right into Balland Lane adjacent to Glendinning Head Office. The ground is on the right opposite South Dartmoor Community College at the far end of Balland Lane. Groundsman: Alan Churchill 01626 834661 07516 478128 [email protected]
Axminster Town Formed: 1850 www.axminstertowncricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @AxminsterTownCC Chairman: Alex Wraight 07443 438981 [email protected] Secretary: League Rep: Peter Kiy 01297 33440 07866 365435 [email protected]
30 Treasurer: Sue Murnane 01297 34376 07881 516622 [email protected] Fixtures: Emma Jarvis 07973 713263 [email protected] Colts: Mark Burrough 07816 769154 [email protected] Welfare: Susan Elsworth 07977 517134 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E East: Paul Miller 01297 33640 07518 082383 [email protected] 2nd XI: H East: Ground Address & Directions Cloakham Lawn Sports Centre, Chard Road, Axminster EX13 5HW Left on Chard Road out of Axminster, after the new Bovis homes (signposted). Groundsman: Peter Kiy 01287 33440 07866 365435 [email protected]
Babbacombe Formed: 1893 www.babbacombecricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @BabbacombeCC Chairman: Nick Goodwin 07773 044284 [email protected] Secretary: Ron Thomson 01803 322278 07973 500654 [email protected] League Rep: Ron Thomson 01803 322278 07973 500654 [email protected] Treasurer: Alison Parker 01803 325819 [email protected] Fixtures: Tim Goodwin 07966 034728 [email protected] Colts: Paul Bates 01803 324473 07773 629606 [email protected] Welfare: Nick Goodwin 01803 329039 07773 044284 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D Division West: Rob Redding 07305 544191 [email protected] 2nd XI: F West: Will Biddles 07368 255329 [email protected] 3rd XI: H West: Will Backholer 07925 023728 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Walls Hill, Babbacombe, Torquay TQ1 3LZ Off main Babbacombe Road from Torquay. Turn right past Old Coach House Inn, ground is past public car park. 3rd XI ground is Kingskerswell CC at TQ12 5HE. Groundsman: Marcus Tanton 07853 973859 [email protected]
31 Barnstaple & Pilton Formed: 1993 www.barnpilcc.play-cricket.com/ Twitter: @bpccnews Chairman: Peter Gleave 07527 516640 [email protected] Secretary: Peter Wright 07722 736672 [email protected] League Rep: Peter Gleave 07527 516640 [email protected] Treasurer: Janet Bowden 01271 344413 07749 098523 [email protected] Fixtures: Lee Cole 07813 515445 [email protected] Colts: Peter Wright 07722 736672 [email protected] Welfare: Peter Gleave 07527 516640 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D East: Lee Cole 01271 379756 07813 515445 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Raleigh Meadow, Barnstaple, EX31 4HY (EX31 4UX Sat Nav) Go over Taw Bridge (A361). At lights, go right on to Braunton Rd. Approaching next set of lights, go into left lane and turn into Fair View. At next set of lights, take right turn then immediate left turn into St George’s Rd. After approximately 600 yards, turn left into Raleigh Meadow estate. Follow signs to the Cricket Club. Groundsman: Steve Moore 01271 377628 07584 081500 [email protected]
Barton Formed: 1935 www.bartoncricketclub.com Twitter: @bartoncricket Chairman: Jim Parker 07703 129682 [email protected] Secretary: Jan Meyer 07967 758210 [email protected] League Rep: Adam Parker 07872 456630 [email protected] Treasurer: Mike Lievesley 07872 456630 07831 670731 [email protected] Fixtures: Mark Lipton 07775 626234 [email protected] Colts: Jim Parker 01803 615688 07703 129682 [email protected] Welfare: Kirsty Parker-Calland 07990 068787 kirsty.parker-calland@torbay.gov.uk Captains: 1st XI: A Division: Adam Parker 07872 456630 [email protected] 2nd XI: D West Division: Jim Parker 01803 615688 07703 129682 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Cricketfield Road, Barton, Torquay TQ2 7NS
32 A380 Newton Abbot – Torquay Road.At Hamelin Way roundabout take the A3022. At Currys store/Traffic lights turn left into Hele Road (B3199) at roundabout at top of hill turn right into Barton Road. Continue on past Torquay Community Colege on left. Barton Cricket Club is on the left hand side just before a mini roundabout opposite Torquay Squash Club. Groundsman: Ray Brimicombe [email protected]
Bideford, Littleham & Westward Ho! Formed: 1970 www.bidefordcc.co.uk Twitter: @BidefordCC Chairman: Rod Hannam 07814 028308 [email protected] Secretary: Jolyon Huxtable 01823 669713 07407 293576 [email protected] League Rep: Andy Davies 01271 314306 [email protected] Treasurer: Andy Davies 01271 314306 [email protected] Fixtures: Ollie Keates 01237 471703 07554 060370 [email protected] Colts: Mike Ball 01237 721251 07889 742757 [email protected] Welfare: Anne Tolchard-Stone 07801 509947 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Alex Hannam 07412 036594 [email protected] 2nd XI: E East: Ian Hayter 07961 918868 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Westward IT Ground, The Seafront, Golf Links Road, Westward Ho! EX39 1LL Follow A39 Barnstaple to Bideford link road to new Torridge Bridge. At roundabout take third exit signposted Northam/Westward Ho!. Take left hand fork onto Atlantic Way above the town and then second right into and down to the bottom of Avon Lane. Drive through the entrance gate as the ground is directly opposite. Groundsman: Martin Hockin 01237 451563 07902 858857 [email protected]
Bovey Tracey Formed: 1850 www.boveytraceycricketclub.com Twitter: @bovey_cc Chairman: Nigel Mountford 07913 607352 [email protected] Secretary: Alison Andrew [email protected] League Rep: Peter Bradley 07828 889625 [email protected] Treasurer: Terri Hayes 07860 382231 [email protected] Fixtures: Geoff Coish 01626 834344 07833 193477 [email protected]
33 Colts: Darren Harvey 07790 619826 [email protected] Welfare: Catherine Causey 07940 398686 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: P: Toby Codd 07973 869778 [email protected] 2nd XI: B: Jeremy Christophers 01364 652590 07951 010835 [email protected] 3rd XI: E West: TBA 4th XI: G West: Andy Bishop 01626 832363 07764 626013 [email protected] Ladies XI: TBA Ground Address & Directions The Recreation Ground, Newton Road, Bovey Tracey TQ13 9BA Exit A38 (Exeter to Plymouth) signposted Bovey Tracey. Take 3rd exit at first roundabout. Entrance to ground 200 metres on left. 3rd & 4th XI ground – The Recreation Ground – Buckfastleigh TQ11 0BL. Groundsman: Tony England 07702 775549 [email protected]
Bradninch Formed: 1891 www.bradninchcc.org.uk Twitter: @Bradninch_CC Chairman: Derrick Foan 07899 790517 [email protected] Secretary: Robert Harris 01392 882552 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Acton 01392 882223 07856 722436 [email protected] Treasurer: Simon Glendinning 01392 882411 07771 762776 [email protected] Fixtures: Stephen Birley 01392 882477 [email protected] Colts: Natalie Hunt 01392 882555 07985 650607 [email protected] Welfare: Natalie Hunt 01392 882555 07985 650607 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A Division: Eliot Acton 07557 907219 [email protected] 2nd XI: E Division East: William Birley 07535 987187 [email protected] Ladies XI: Megan Acton 07943 002139 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Kensham Park, Bradninch, Devon EX5 4RD From M5 take exit 28 and follow the main route into Cullompton. Take left at traffic lighted T junction in to the High Street. Continue straight through the town on B3181. At the Exeter Road roundabout take the 2nd exit to Bradninch. Pass Padbrook Park Golf Club on right. Continue for 2 miles into Bradninch. Up the hill with the Castle Hotel on the left, take next left then 3rd right into Kensham Park Cricket Ground.
34 Groundsman: Alan Dowrick 01884 35716 07790 252313 [email protected]
Braunton Formed: 1880 www.brauntoncricketclub.com Twitter: @BrauntonCC Chairman: Andrew Jones 07970 819395 [email protected] Secretary: Chris Guyver 07712 226984 [email protected] League Rep: Andrew Jones 07970 819395 [email protected] Treasurer: Nigel Cross 07773 787117 [email protected] Fixtures: Andrew Parsons 07570 456688 [email protected] Colts: James Kemp 07552 609256 [email protected] Welfare: Dean Davies 01271 814594 07974 944984 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C Division East: Callum Mitchell 07930 945276 [email protected] 2nd XI: F Division East: Andrew Jones 07970 819395 [email protected] Ladies XI: TBA Ground Address & Directions Kelsey Ground, Field Lane, Braunton EX33 1ES On entering the village from Barnstaple (A361) turn left at the traffic lights in the centre of the village onto Saunton Road (B3231). Take the 4th turning on the left signposted Field Lane. The ground is approximately 200 yards on the right hand side. Groundsman: TIm RV Bird 01271 814834 07881 954814 [email protected]
Bridestowe Formed: 1922 sites.google.com/site/bridestowecricketclub/ Twitter: @BridestoweCC Chairman: Mark Fogerty 07793 057863 [email protected] Secretary: Jo Pritchard 07825 512154 07825 512154 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Lavis 07789 580894 07796 616767 [email protected] Treasurer: Geoff Allan 01837 861551 07876 320566 [email protected] Fixtures: Charlie Ewen 07768 991269 [email protected] Colts: Alex Jopling 077245 72621 [email protected] Welfare: Charles Ewen 07768 991269 [email protected]
35 Captains: 1st XI: C West: Eddy Jones 07834 735193 07834 735193 [email protected] 2nd XI: G West: Lee Jutson 07456 458473 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Millaton Ground, Bridestowe, EX20 4NP From Exeter: follow Bridestowe signs to old A30 – past village sign, turn left directly opposite Millaton HS sign. From village: take old road signposted Launceston from Post Office, then through old Lodge Gates to bottom of lane, turn left into cricket field. Groundsman: James Ewen 01837 861285 07702 891113 [email protected]
Brixham Formed: 1934 www.brixhamcricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @BrixhamCricket Chairman: George Breyley 07941 388859 [email protected] Secretary: Phil Gregory MBE 01803 855766 07577 277576 [email protected] League Rep: George Breyley 07941 388859 [email protected] Treasurer: Alan Colley 01803 853836 [email protected] Fixtures: Mark Lovell 07532 235757 [email protected] Colts: Mattie Edwards 01803 843539 [email protected] Welfare: Liz Boylan 01803 269885 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Tom Hopper 07876 706199 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions 63 North Boundary Road, Brixham TQ5 8LH Turn into Bascombe Road at Windy Corner Lights. Follow road to Churston Church, turn left at T-junction, follow road and take left into N Boundary Road. Past Trawler Pub, ground is approx 200 yards on left hand side. Groundsman: Phil Gregory MBE 01803 855766 07577 277576 [email protected]
Budleigh Salterton Cricket Club Ltd Formed: (1858–1914) Reformed 1930 www.budleighsaltertoncricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @BudleighCC Chairman: Daniel Messom 07970 758903 [email protected] Secretary: Joel Murphy 01884 259582 07842 727241 [email protected] League Rep: Joel Murphy 01884 259582 07846 727241 [email protected]
36 Treasurer: Andy Drodge 07971 166105 [email protected] Fixtures: Ray Dawson 07742 165458 [email protected] Colts: Neil Murrin 07824 690535 [email protected] Welfare: Kate Bubb 07846 727241 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A Division: Lloyd Murrin 07540 278950 [email protected] 2nd XI: D Division: Dan Messom 07970 758903 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Ottermouth, Granary Lane, Budleigh Salterton EX9 6JD From Exeter-Exmouth Road, follow main street through town centre to sea front. Turn right at top of hill by War memorial sign posted car park. Turn immediately left behind car park. From Sidmouth–Newton Poppleford Road. Follow main road to Budleigh Salterton on reaching War memorial as above. Groundsman: Ray Dawson 07742 165458 [email protected]
Chagford Formed: 1895 www.chagfordcc.co.uk Twitter: @ChagfordCC Chairman: Chris Mount 07703 542697 [email protected] Secretary: Rob Curtis 07480 219757 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Mount [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Taylor 07831 637303 [email protected] Fixtures: Rob Curtis [email protected] Colts: Andrew Paterson 01837 840506 07775 503986 [email protected] Welfare: Ms Hatty Kretowicz 07720 976496 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E West: Jake Griffiths 07525 771959 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The War Memorial Playing Fields, Manor Road, Chagford TQ13 8AS Enter Chagford square. Turn right at Lloyds/ bank, past the Chagford Inn, continue another 150 yards, take left fork to Fernworthy reservoir. Proceed down the hill to lowest point (250 yards).The ground is signposted on the left. 3rd XI ground: Spreyton CC, EX17 5DX. Drive into Spreyton from Whiddon Down and the first building on the right as you enter is the Village Hall. Park in large car park area and the pavilion is about 100 metres behind the Hall beyond the tennis court. Groundsman: Rob Curtis 07480 219757 [email protected]
37 Chardstock Formed: 1887 www.chardstock.play-cricket.com Twitter: @ChardstockCC Chairman: Edward Eames [email protected] Secretary: Jonny Lambeth 01460 221184 [email protected] League Rep: Robert Hutchings 01460 221245 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Parris 01460 220609 [email protected] Fixtures: Michael MacMichael 07801 504256 [email protected] Colts: Welfare: Nathan Copp 07877 143451 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D Division East: Robert Hutchings 01460 221245 07841 987792 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Chardstock Cricket Ground, Chard Lane, Chardstock EX13 7DG Drive through village until The George Inn - turn right up lane (ignore fork to the left) and entrance is on the left 300 yards past the fork. Groundsman: Richard Parris 01460 220609 [email protected]
Chelston and Kingskerswell Formed: 1949 www.pitchero.com/clubs/chelstonandkingskerswellcricketclub/ Twitter: @ChelstonCC Chairman: Mark Faulkner 07593 828578 [email protected] Secretary: Adam Mason 07867 472426 [email protected] League Rep: Mark Faulkner 01803 459748 07593 828578 [email protected] Treasurer: Tom Louis 07866 469809 [email protected] Fixtures: Adam Mason 07867 472426 [email protected] Colts: Mark Faulkner 07593 828578 [email protected] Welfare: Francis Duke 07545 550431 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D West: Vivek Kulkarni 07751 385432 [email protected] 2nd XI: G West: Mark Faulkner 07593 828578 [email protected]
38 Ground Address & Directions Kingskerswell Sports Field, Manor Drive, Kingskerswell TQ12 5HB Groundsman: Nick Guest 07969 535044
Cheriton Fitzpaine Formed: 1957 www.cf-cc.co.uk Twitter: @CheritonFitzCC Chairman: Mike Foan 07484 525946 [email protected] Secretary: James Gordon 01363 866017 [email protected] League Rep: Mike Foan 01363 866218 07484 525946 [email protected] Treasurer: Brent English 07908 545367 [email protected] Fixtures: Mike Foan 01363 866218 07484 525946 [email protected] Colts: Brent English 07908 545367 [email protected] Welfare: Brent English 07908 545367 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: G East: Nick Roud 07710 826402 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Hayne Farm, Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon EX17 4HR See website: http://www.cf-cc.co.uk/pages/findus.html Groundsman: Nick Guscott 07734 439870 [email protected]
Chudleigh Formed: 1859 www.chudleigh.play-cricket.com Twitter: @ChudleighCC Chairman: Mark Heather 07875 119941 [email protected] Secretary: Kate Vittles 07825 247286 [email protected] League Rep: Mark Heather 01626 859329 07875 119941 [email protected] Treasurer: Peter Ingham 07970 755887 [email protected] Fixtures: Dan Britcliffe 07817 031449 [email protected] Colts: Welfare: Mark Heather 01626 859329 07875 119941 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A1: Matt Heather 07920 218121 [email protected] 2nd XI: B2 East: Andy Robinson 07920 094628 [email protected]
39 Ground Address & Directions Kate Brook, Chudleigh, TQ13 0QN From Town centre, follow Exeter Road (0.3 miles)Turn right into Cricket Field Close signposted Sports Centre.From A38 Exeter. Take turning into Chudleigh after 1.1 miles turn left into Cricket Field Close. Groundsman: Paul Horne 07714 734969
Clyst Hydon Formed: 1988 www.chcsc.co.uk Twitter: @chcsc Chairman: Paul Garnham [email protected] Secretary: Kirsty Trude 07792 937595 [email protected] League Rep: Paul Garnham 07808 295196 [email protected] Treasurer: Russell Corney 01395 266371 [email protected] Fixtures: Paul Garnham 07808 295196 [email protected] Colts: Duncan Sykes 07776 147876 [email protected] Welfare: Kirsty Trude 07792 937595 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D East: 2nd XI: G East: Luke Milton 07706 883174 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Merryfield, Yarde Lane, Clyst Hydon, Cullompton, Devon EX15 2ND From bus shelter in village centre, cross over hump back bridge, immediately turn right. 1/4 mile to end of lane, follow around to the left. Groundsman: Simon Holmes 07740 934911 [email protected]
Clyst St George Formed: 1894 www.clyststgeorge.play-cricket.com Twitter: @CSGcricket Chairman: Tim Read 07740 395001 [email protected] Secretary: Caroline Creer 01392 975146 07944 392602 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Ferro 07767 634716 [email protected] Treasurer: Oliver Wilde 07798 743286 [email protected] Fixtures: Sean Middleton 07787 566679 [email protected] Colts: Caroline Creer 01392 975146 07944 392602 [email protected] Welfare: Iain Creer 01392 975146 [email protected]
40 Captains: 1st XI: D East: Harry Attwater 07779 834860 [email protected] 2nd XI: F East: Gareth Hall 07908 177174 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Bohea Field, Woodbury Road, Clyst St George EX3 0RE From M5 motorway Junction 30 take road signposted Exmouth. At first roundabout take 3rd exit. At next roundabout take 1st exit. In 100 yards turn left into village. The ground is 300 yards on right. Parking outside the ground. Groundsman: Paul Laverick 07721 552354 [email protected]
Cornwood Formed: 1954 www.cornwood.play-cricket.com Twitter: @CornwoodCC Chairman: Graham Baskerville [email protected] Secretary: Adrian Hill 07779 308088 [email protected] League Rep: Adrian Hill 07779 308088 [email protected] Treasurer: Jon Nicholls 01752 837423 [email protected] Fixtures: Chris Bowden 07941 792726 [email protected] Colts: Nick Goodlife 01752 837111 07801 178329 [email protected] Welfare: Craig Harris 07725 651519 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Premier: Matt Skeemer 07599 006550 [email protected] 2nd XI: C Division West: Ben Griffiths 07377 322198 [email protected] 3rd XI: E Division West: Ewen Grewal 07713 456564 [email protected] 4th XI: H Division West: Dave Tracey 07976 542155 [email protected] Ladies XI: Division 1: Laura Johnston 07387 350400 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Oak Park & Delamore Park, Cornwood, Plymouth PL21 9RP Take Ivybridge exit on A38. Follow Cornwood signs into the village. At the Cornwood Inn turn left into Plymouth Road and the grounds are between the villages of Cornwood and Lutton on the right hand side. Groundsman: Paul Skeemer 01752 837828 [email protected]
41 Cullompton Formed: 1892 www.cullomptoncricket.co.uk Twitter: @CullyCricket Chairman: Richard Stevenson 07757 209853 [email protected] Secretary: Rich Keohane 07874 196278 [email protected] League Rep: James Blackmore 07866 384200 [email protected] Treasurer: Chris Lane 07779 148696 [email protected] Fixtures: Richard Stevenson 01884 38325 07757 209853 [email protected] Colts: Richard Stevenson 01884 38325 07757 209853 [email protected] Welfare: Wendy Land 01884 33677 07882 139088 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A Division: Jason Parr 07837 771294 [email protected] 2nd XI: F Division East: James Shere 07845 900050 [email protected] 3rd XI: Chris Grant 07597 578038 [email protected] Ladies XI: Softball East: Sophie Fardell-Rudd 07403 416899 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Landspeed Meadow, Duke Street, Plymtree Recreation Ground EX15 2LE Adjacent to the C C A Fields. Duke Street is off Meadow Lane at the Exeter end of Cullompton. Groundsman: Mike Ingersent 01884 38472 [email protected]
Dartington & Totnes Amalgamated 2004 www.dartingtonandtotnescc.com Twitter: @dtcc_ Chairman: Mick Rusling 07986 016043 [email protected] Secretary: Harold Stevenson 01803 722241 07547 705103 [email protected] League Rep: Harold Stevenson 01803 722241 07547 705103 [email protected] Treasurer: Vacant Fixtures: Glenn Colegate 07866 458523 [email protected] Colts: Kevan Throgmorton 01803 732714 07769 687498 [email protected] Welfare: Simon Heyes 07786 988335 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Harry Baxendale 07557 344134 [email protected] 2nd XI: G West: Gavin Colgate 07909 848161 [email protected]
42 Ground Address & Directions Foxhole, Dartington TQ9 6EB 1st & 2nd XI: Foxhole Dartington. From A38 South take Buckfastleigh turning and follow signs for Dartington. Before entering the village after 5 miles turn left immedaitely after church, signposted Dartington Hall Estate. The ground is on the right half a mile further on. From Totnes follow signs for Buckfastleigh turning right at mini-roundabout. Turn right just before Church thereon as above. From Plymouth leave the A38 at Marley Head and follow signs for Dartington and Totnes. Approaching Dartington go straight over the first roundabout and then first left after second roundabout. Turn right at Church then as above. Groundsman: Gavin Colegate 07909 848161 [email protected]
Exeter Formed: 1824 www.exeter.play-cricket.com Twitter: @ExeterCricket Chairman: Julian Smith 07791 498165 [email protected] Secretary: Derek Taylor 01392 279451 07776 234394 [email protected] League Rep: Bruce Coleman 01392 254142 [email protected] Treasurer: David Field 01392 273431 [email protected] Fixtures: Derek Taylor 01392 279451 07776 234394 [email protected] Colts: Mrs Carol Bentley 01392 271967 07849 420092 [email protected] Welfare: Louise Moretta 07935 320308 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: P1: Tom Pedel 07460 498780 [email protected] 2nd XI: P2: Sean Langford 07906 326209 [email protected] 3rd XI: A2: Richard Hollifield 07896 543718 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The County Cricket Ground, Prince of Wales Road, Exeter EX4 4PR The 1st XI ground is near the Exeter University main site and Northcott Theatre. The entrance is via the Squash Club Car Park in Prince of Wales Road. The 3rd XI Ground is The University of Exeter Ground on the Topsham Road out of Exeter (immediately after passing under the motorway). Groundsman: Andy Ellett 01392 215889 07988 100450 [email protected]
Exmouth Formed: 1843 www.exmouthcricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @ExmouthCricket Chairman: Mark Davies 07805 428658 [email protected] Secretary: Paul Corder 01395 273629 07976 626111 [email protected]
43 League Rep: Sean Day 07710 230422 [email protected] Treasurer: Lynda Corder 01395 273629 07800 769655 [email protected] Fixtures: Lucy Davies 01395 263411 07551 938388 [email protected] Colts: Giles Colton 01395 276917 [email protected] Welfare: Deborah Austin 01395 740226 07773 728205 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: P1: Andy Buzza 01392 446544 07923 364969 [email protected] 2nd XI: P2: Richard Baggs 07800 653192 [email protected] 3rd XI: C2 East: Julian Page 01395 567728 [email protected] Ladies XI: 2: TBA Ground Address & Directions The Maer, Queens Drive, Exmouth EX8 2AY Go along the seafront in an easterly direction. This year (2019) the seafront road has been redirected behind the new pedestrian area and away from the seaside. The new road is redirected back to the seafront with a right hand bend. Just prior to this bend, bear left and the Main Cricket ground entrance should be straight ahead. Until the development is completed it is unclear exactly how the entrance is to be accessed. 3rd XI: Newton Poppleford CC, The Recreation Ground, Back Lane, Newton Poppleford, Devon. Groundsman: Steve Horler 01404 812981 07999 577644 [email protected]
Exwick Formed: 1958 www.exwick.play-cricket.com Twitter: @ExwickCC Chairman: Ray Lloyd [email protected] Secretary: Daniel O’Connell 07506 854128 [email protected] League Rep: Robin Richardson 01392 824734 07974 744726 [email protected] Treasurer: Barbara Skidmore 01392 667428 07764 847275 [email protected] Fixtures: Daniel O’Connell 07506 854128 [email protected] Colts: n/a Welfare: Lewis Cox 07498 297316 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E Division East: Jaime Withers 07506 854128 [email protected] 2nd XI: H Division East: Mark Priddle 07769 255014 [email protected]
44 Ground Address & Directions Exwick Playing Fields (Exeter College), Ennerdale Way, Exeter EX4 2HY Turn off Exwick Road by ‘The Thatch’ pub. Groundsman: Ray Lloyd 01392 271159 [email protected]
Feniton Formed: 1897 www.feniton.play-cricket.com Chairman: Francis Pyle 07926 813859 [email protected] Secretary: Derek Carnall 01404 850671 07768 151390 [email protected] League Rep: Peter Avery 01404 814315 [email protected] Treasurer: Derek Carnall 01404 850671 07768 151390 [email protected] Fixtures: Peter Avery 01404 814315 [email protected] Colts: Peter Avery 01404 814315 [email protected] Welfare: Lyn Shaw 01404 42032 07881 340112 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D1 East: Mark Kingdon 07977 129634 07977 129634 [email protected] 2nd XI: G2 East: Francis Perryman 01392 466799 07921 517177 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Feniton Sports & Social Club, Station Road, Feniton EX14 3DY Turn off the new A30 from Exeter-Honiton at Pattesons Cross. Keep on this road until you reach Feniton Railway Station, go across the level crossing, turn immediately right into Station Road. Ground is 200 yards aong this road on the left. Groundsman: Stuart Bright 01404 850625 7919071662 [email protected]
Filleigh Formed: 1923 www.filleighcc.com Twitter: @FilleighCC Chairman: Simon Prosser 07791 403777 [email protected] Secretary: Mark Popplewell 01769 574830 07767 420090 [email protected] League Rep: Simon Prosser 07791 403777 [email protected] Treasurer: Geoff Floyd 07769 331077 [email protected] Fixtures: Simon Prosser 07791 403777 [email protected] Colts: Caroline Wilson 01884 860363 07930 410466 [email protected] Welfare: Martin Abbott 01769 550463 07808 594754 [email protected]
45 Captains: 1st XI: D2East: Charles Cullen 01271 830031 07769 697008 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Deer Park, Filleigh EX32 0RH Leave North Devon Link Road (A361) at Aller Cross, (turning in the direction of South Molton at the Northgate Inn roundabout) and take the 2nd right turn towards Barnstaple. Approximately 1.5 miles later pass through Stags Head, taking the next right turn. Filleigh Cricket ground is at the end of the road on the Fortescue Estate. Groundsman:
Hatherleigh Formed: 1888 www.hatherleigh.play-cricket.com Twitter: @cc_hatherleigh Chairman: Nick Rogers 07813 769263 [email protected] Secretary: Bob Shepherd 01805 601425 07712 734510 [email protected] League Rep: Mark Lake 01805 603243 07879 637898 [email protected] Treasurer: Charles Inniss 01409 231237 [email protected] Fixtures: Richard Tidball 01837 811188 07968 049880 [email protected] Colts: Richard Tidball 01837 811188 07968 049880 [email protected] Welfare: Tina Brock 01409 220137 07866 597054 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Premier: Mark Lake 01805 603243 07879 637898 [email protected] 2nd XI: C Division West: Danny Forrester 07786 237276 [email protected] 3rd XI: F Division West: Kirt Forgham 07975 629770 [email protected] Ladies XI: Chloe Rose Chloe Rose 07815 914741 [email protected] S Maxa 07979 141500 Ground Address & Directions Holsworthy Road Ground, Hatherleigh EX20 3LR on A3072 (Hatherleigh to Highhampton Road) just off the roundabout with A386 follow track just before RGB (signposted cricket club). Turn left into cricket ground. O/Smap reference 191.SS539042. 3rd XI and Ladies XI will also play matches at Shebbear College, Shebbear, Beaworthy, EX21 5HJ Beaford Cricket Club, Beaford, Winkleigh, EX19 8LJ. Petrockstowe Cricket Club, Bury Cross, Petrockstowe, Okehampton, EX20 3HQ Groundsman: Charles Inniss 01409 231237 [email protected]
Heathcoat Formed: 1889 www.heathcoatcricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @HEATHCOATCC Chairman: Rod Randerson 07891 040106 [email protected]
46 Secretary: Hugh Thompson 07813 712934 [email protected] League Rep: Hugh Thompson 07813 712934 [email protected] Treasurer: Mat Parkes 07890 701588 [email protected] Fixtures: Jean Hammond 07886 706288 [email protected] Colts: Welfare: Amanda Reynolds 01884 232004 07773 854759 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Peter Randerson 07584 676747 [email protected] 2nd XI: Matt Hague 07772 438157 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Knightshayes Court, Bolham, Tiverton EX16 7RQ From M5 Junction 27 follow A361 towards Tiverton, North Devon. At first roundabout at end of the dual carriageway, turn right onto the A396. At Bolham, turn right signposted Knightshayes Court. Enter Knightshayes gate and follow drive for 50 metres, turn left for the ground over the cattle grid. Groundsman: Peter Turner 07816 917525 [email protected]
Honiton Formed: 1881 www.honiton.play-cricket.com Twitter: @HonitonCricket Chairman: Andrew Lapping 07792 368824 [email protected] Secretary: Richard Hill 07516 430478 [email protected] League Rep: Andrew Lapping 01404 41032 07792 368824 [email protected] Treasurer: Nick Hartnoll 01404 549283 07701 029043 [email protected] Fixtures: Jon Hext 07957 549815 [email protected] Colts: Pete Matravers 07824 379188 [email protected] Welfare: Robert Ingram 07795 278870 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D1 East: James Pickard 07429 685776 [email protected] 2nd XI: D2 East: Jon Hext 07957 549815 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Mountbatten Park, Ottery Moor Lane, Honiton EX14 8AW From A30 heading East, take first exit and turn left at Honiton Motel. Go over mini roundabout and Ottery Moor Lane is on the left. Groundsman: Andy Brinsford 01404 44588 07902 937547 [email protected]
47 Ipplepen Formed: 1890 www.pitchero.com/clubs/ipplepen/ Twitter: @penscricket Chairman: Keith Wakeham 07540 053489 [email protected] Secretary: Tom Cooper 01803 813415 07919 574043 [email protected] League Rep: Tom Cooper 01803 813415 07919 574043 [email protected] Treasurer: Andrew Maynard 07794 498206 07794 498206 [email protected] Fixtures: Tom Cooper 01803 813415 07919 574043 [email protected] Colts: Andrew Maynard 07794 498206 [email protected] Welfare: Natasha Alsop 01803 813661 07701 074960 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B1: Ash Harvey 07983 159524 07983 159524 [email protected] 2nd XI: Simon Tapley 07815 249927 3rd XI: Alan Boon 01803 812050 07887 772411 Ladies XI: Zoe Aspinall 07931 545607 07931 545607 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Ipplepen Cricket Club, Moor Lane, Ipplepen TQ12 5TT From Newton Abbot: approach Ipplepen on the A381. Turn right into Moor Lane immediately opposite Garage. The ground is 1/2 mile along Moor Road just after Dornafield Cross. From Totnes as above but turn left opposite the garage. The 3rd XI team will play their home matches at Stover School, Stover Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 6QG. Groundsman: Alan Boon 01803 812050 07887 772411 [email protected]
Ivybridge Formed: 1975 www.ivybridgecricket.co.uk Twitter: @ivybridgecc Chairman: Jerry Clough 07912 025640 [email protected] Secretary: Chris Greenhouse 07981 049278 [email protected] League Rep: Jon Sparkes 01752 952334 07870 871350 [email protected] Treasurer: Jon Sparkes 01752 952334 07870 871350 [email protected] Fixtures: Jon Sparkes 01752 952334 07870 871350 [email protected] Colts: Stafford Williams 01752 896128 07941 588581 [email protected] Welfare: Craig McWhinnie 07857 882742 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Adam Huxtable 07738 425615 [email protected]
48 2nd XI: E West: Andy Johnson 07931 909676 [email protected] 3rd XI: H West: Jerry Clough 07912 025640 [email protected] Ladies XI: Softball League – Western Division: Jacqui Eccles [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Filham Park, Godwell Lane, Ivybridge PL21 0LE From Eastbound A38:Turn off the A38 at the main Ivybridge exit. At the roundabout take the fifth exit and go over the flyover above the A38. Take the first left (signposted Ermington). Drive past the industrial units on the right and our previous ground. Follow the road towards Ermington and take the next left turn. Turn right when you reach Filham Park Veterinary Clinic (Gabriel Grills) and take the lane to the right of the vets car park. Follow the lane over several speed bumps into the car park. Ground is through gate at far end of car park. Please note no cars are allowed in the park. From Westbound A38: Turn off the A38 at the main Ivybridge exit. At the end of the sliproad turn left. Follow the road towards Ermington and take the next left turn. Turn right when you reach Filham Park Veterinary Clinic (Gabriel Grills) and take the lane to the right of the vets car park. Follow the lane over several speed bumps into the car park. Ground is through gate at far end of car park. Groundsman: Andy Johnson 07931 909676 [email protected]
Kenn Formed: 1894 www.kenn.play-cricket.com Twitter: @kenncricketclub Chairman: Kevin Hughes 07484 891764 [email protected] Secretary: Andrew Bradley 07834 188394 [email protected] League Rep: Kevin Hughes 01392 824153 07484 891764 [email protected] Treasurer: Kay Wisker 07752 701182 [email protected] Fixtures: Andrew Bradley 07834 188394 [email protected] Colts: Steve Passmore 07885 495865 [email protected] Welfare: Wendy Dersley 07896 411641 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E1 West: Hugh Stronge 07972 598581 [email protected] 2nd XI: H2 East: Graham Stone 07824 696764 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Trehill, Kenn, Exeter EX6 7XJ Just off A38 at Kennford Services. Take road into Kenn Village at the rear of services. Take 1st turning right to white pillars in road. Fork left over cattle grid. Park by hedge on right. Ground is at the lower side of the big house. Groundsman:
49 Kentisbeare Formed: 1885 www.kentisbearecricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @kentisbeare1885 Chairman: Scott Chappell 07590 724833 [email protected] Secretary: TBC [email protected] League Rep: Tom Martin [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Norman [email protected] Fixtures: Tom Martin 07890 087592 [email protected] Colts: Welfare: Susie Farley 01884 840818 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C1 East: Tom Martin 07890 087592 2nd XI: C2 East: Ground Address & Directions Rectory Park, Kentisbeare, Cullompton EX15 2BP From Cullompton on M5, follow A373 for 3 miles. Turn left at Post Cross signposted Kentisbeare.Follow road for 1/2 mile, the ground is on the right. From Honiton follow A373 for 8 miles and turn right at Post Cross, thereon as above. Groundsman:
Kilmington Formed: 1885 www.kilmington.play-cricket.com Chairman: Richard Reed 07516 621807 [email protected] Secretary: Michael Micklethwait 01297 35571 07850 671225 [email protected] League Rep: Richard Reed 01404 46036 07516 621807 [email protected] Treasurer: David Lavender 01297 631868 07925 671087 [email protected] Fixtures: David Lavender 01297 631868 07925 671087 [email protected] Colts: Ash Cook 07855 819827 [email protected] Welfare: Ron Seward 01297 631772 07512 970721 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B Division: Brett Garner 07807 337209 [email protected] 2nd XI: G Division East: Giles Dixon 07521 733244 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Arthur Hitchcock Memorial Playing Fields, Whitford Road, Kilmington EX13 7RF Take the A35 Honiton to Axminster road. Turn right into Kilmington by the Old Inn, 200 yards to village car park on left. Cricket field on right.
50 Groundsman: J M Lavender 01404 812519 [email protected]
Kingsbridge Formed: 1890 www.kingsbridge.play-cricket.com Twitter: @KingsbridgeCric Chairman: Neal Peach 07866 205179 [email protected] Secretary: Alison Seldon 01548 550028 07891 823414 [email protected] League Rep: Neal Peach 01548 852513 07866 205179 [email protected] Treasurer: Ani Everitt 01548 830658 07740 096042 [email protected] Fixtures: James Ellis 01548 856498 07970 959001 [email protected] Colts: James Ford 01548 855732 [email protected] Welfare: Neal Peach 01548 852513 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C1 West: Bhanu De Silver 01548 580083 07539 529488 2nd XI: B2 West: Matt Hammett 07528 371955 Ground Address & Directions The Butts, West Alvington, Kingsbridge TQ7 3PP From the bottom of Kingsbridge follow the main road to Salcombe. This will take you up the hill and through the village of West Alvington. The ground is on the left hand side immediately after you leave the village. Groundsman: Tony Peach 01548 853676 [email protected]
Lewdown Formed: 1906 www.lewdowncc.co.uk Twitter: @LewdownCC1 Chairman: Nick Hayden 07779 668598 [email protected] Secretary: Geraint Williams 01566 783207 07850 786310 [email protected] League Rep: Nick Hayden 07779 668598 [email protected] Treasurer: Olly Brown 07539 788666 [email protected] Fixtures: Geraint Williams 01566 783207 07850 786310 [email protected] Colts: Nick Hayden 07779 668598 [email protected] Welfare: Pauline Geering 01822 820400 07890 797140 Captains: 1st XI: E WEST: Harry Williams 01566 783207 07544 486888 [email protected]
51 Ground Address & Directions The Recreation Field, Lewdown, Okehampton EX20 4DP From Tavistock follow signs for Chillaton & Lewdown. On entering Lewdown turn right at the T junction. The ground is 1/2 mile on the left. From Okehampton take the Tavistock exit on the A30, turn right, then left following the signs for Bridestowe & Lewdown. The ground is on the right just after the Lewdown village sign. 3rd XI: Lydford Sports Field, EX20 4BE. From A386 at Dartmoor Inn turn towards village, at the War Memorial turn right and first right at the triangle. The entrance to the field is 100 yards on the right hand side down an access lane. Groundsman: Charlie Hughes 01566 783238 07747 841617 [email protected]
Lustleigh Formed: 1938 www.lustleighcricketclub.co.uk Chairman: Steven Wright [email protected] Secretary: Ed Griffin 01626 830524 07801 953626 [email protected] League Rep: Ed Griffin 01626 830524 07801 953626 [email protected] Treasurer: Jeff Marchant [email protected] Fixtures: Duncan Manners-Chapman 07703 457517 [email protected] Colts: Ray Bartlett 07815 814142 [email protected] Welfare: Matt Pearce [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: DCL Div E West: Mike Wright 07732 362240 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Wreyland Manor Cricket Ground, Lustleigh, Newton Abbot TQ13 9TJ Take the A382 from Bovey Tracey to Moretonhampstead. After 4 miles approximately turn left signposted Lustleigh. Continue for 1/2 mile towards the village centre. The church is on the right and on the left is the Cleave pub. Turn left down a short lane running in front of the pub to the ground. Parking restricted to the right as you enter the ground. Groundsman: Duncan Manners-Chapman 07703 457517 [email protected]
Newton Tracey Formed: 1970 www.newtontracey.play-cricket.com Chairman: Bill Soby 07774 973991 [email protected] Secretary: Andy Chatham 07531 537532 [email protected] League Rep: Andy Chatham 07531 537532 [email protected] Treasurer: Simon Gear 07711 091162 [email protected] Fixtures: Graham Moore 01271 342397 07760 197550 [email protected]
52 Colts: Pete Newby 01237 425113 07747 792006 [email protected] Welfare: Mrs Jo Hart 07545 532273 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Devon League Division H East: Kieran Soper 07879 118952 [email protected] 2nd XI: North Devon League Div 1: Richard Screech 07703 108728 [email protected] 3rd XI: North Devon League Div 3: Colin Wadsworth 07456 911040 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Lawn, Newton Cross, Newton Tracey EX31 3PJ From Barnstaple, head south on Boutport St toward Queen St. Turn right to stay on Queen St. At the roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto B3233/Belle Meadow Rd. Continue to follow B3233. Go through 1 roundabout. Turn left at A361/Sticklepath Jct. Turn left at A361. At Lake Roundabout, take the 2nd exit onto A39. At Roundswell Roundabout, take the 1st exit onto B3232, club will be on the left. Groundsman: Andy Chatham 07531 537532 [email protected]
North Devon Formed: 1823 www.ndcc.org.uk Twitter: @instowcricket Chairman: Mark Ansell 07970 262929 [email protected] Secretary: Tony Richards 01237 477158 07805 127742 [email protected] League Rep: Matt Dart 07969 371828 [email protected] Treasurer: Steve Carrick 07900 262799 [email protected] Fixtures: Tony Richards 01237 477158 07805 127742 [email protected] Colts: Mrs Jan Witheridge 07749 810779 [email protected] Welfare: Mrs Jan Witheridge 07749 810779 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: P2: Tom Popham 07972 150942 [email protected] 2nd XI: D2 East: Jonny Green 07792 677756 [email protected] 3rd XI: F2 East: Jeremy Thompson – manager 07773 775454 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Pavilion, Sandhills, Instow EX39 4LF Instow is situated on the North Devon Coast at the confluence of the River Taw and River Torridge, between Barnstaple and Bideford on the B3233. To get here via Barnstaple from South Devon take the North Devon Link Road (A361) and after passing Barnstaple follow signs to Bideford. Exit the A361 prior to crossing the new Bideford Bridge and follow signs for Instow.
53 On entering the village take the left turn along the Quayside and past the beach until reaching the sand dunes. The Cricket Club is signposted from the entrance to the sand dunes car park. 3rd XI ground – Westleigh, EX39 4NN. Ground is above the Church. Groundsman: Andrew Cameron 07831 644198 [email protected]
Ottery St Mary Formed: 1858 www.otterystmary.play-cricket.com Twitter: @OtteryStMaryCC Chairman: Rob Johns 07973 266548 [email protected] Secretary: Ian Townsend 01404 812388 [email protected] League Rep: Dan Flower 01404 811365 07799 221095 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Lock 01404 812947 [email protected] Fixtures: Vicky Johns 07890 996123 [email protected] Colts: Alex Clements 07813 338312 [email protected] Welfare: Ian Jeacock 07796 417457 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C East: Alex Clements 07813 338312 [email protected] 2nd XI: E East: Dan Flower 07799 221095 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Salston Field, Strawberry Lane, Ottery St Mary EX11 1RG Travelling on A30 from Exeter, turn off at Daisymount junction onto B3174 signposted Ottery St Mary. Immediately before river bridge turn right onto B3177 (Strawberry Lane). Strawberry Lane Ground entrance is 100 yards on left. Travelling from the East. Pass through Town centre, over river bridge then left onto B3177, signposted West Hill, then as above. Groundsman: Robert Bradshaw-Smith 01404 811257 [email protected]
Paignton Formed: 1902 www.paignton.play-cricket.com Twitter: @PaigntonCC Chairman: Tim Ward 07545 380834 [email protected] Secretary: Lynne Milton 07769 293380 [email protected] League Rep: Richard Hussey 07810 124166 [email protected] Treasurer: Mark Crang 07803 842844 [email protected] Fixtures: Simon Wright 01803 782505 07957 384893 [email protected]
54 Colts: Tony Medlock 01803 526512 07919 684326 [email protected] Welfare: Tracey Knight 07919 182145 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Premier: George Benton 07812 200820 [email protected] 2nd XI: C West: Tom Blundell [email protected] 3rd XI: F West: Matt Williams 07850 478240 [email protected] 4th XI: H West: Tony Medlock 07919 684326 [email protected] Ladies XI: Julie Simpson 07518 098115 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Queens Park, Queens Road, Paignton TQ4 6AT 1st & 2nd XI: Queens Park, Queens Road, Paignton TQ4 6AT. Directions: Proceed along the sea front from Torquay. Opposite the Apollo Cinema turn right into Torbay Road. Take first left into Queens Road. The ground is on the right hand side. 3rd XI: Torre Valley North, Avenue Road, Torquay TQ2 6NY. Directions: From Newton Abbot. Just past Torre railway station, take the right fork into Avenue Road. The ground is on the right but the ground entrance is at the junction of Walnut Road and Rathmore Road after turning right at the traffic lights. Groundsman: Terry Farkins 07818 855167 [email protected]
Plymouth Formed: 1857 www.plymouthcricketclub.com Twitter: @CCPlymouth Chairman: Joe Cunningham 07414 727111 [email protected] Secretary: Stephen Cummings 01752 210059 07708 718702 [email protected] League Rep: Stephen Cummings 01752 210059 07708 718702 [email protected] Treasurer: Jerry Caley 01752 224905 07734 754542 [email protected] Fixtures: Joe Bell 07568 167068 [email protected] Colts: Dan Goodey 07956 043398 [email protected] Welfare: Claire Marsh 07984 496355 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: P1: Jonathan Varcoe 07805 590968 [email protected] 2nd XI: P2: Steve Luffman 07980 087527 [email protected] 3rd XI: B2: Jimmy Haffenden 07980 963818 [email protected] Ladies XI: Claire Varcoe 01752 779004 07807 924548 [email protected]
55 Ground Address & Directions Mount Wise, Devonport Hill, Mount Wise, Plymouth PL1 4JG 1st & 2nd XI Address: Mount Wise, Devonport. 3rd XI Address: Plymouth College Playing Field, Delganey, Powisland Drive, Plymouth, PL6 6AB. Groundsman: Dennis White 01752 335451 07735 071835 [email protected]
Plymouth Civil Service and Roborough Formed: 2010 www.plymouthcsandroborough.play-cricket.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/pcsrcc Chairman: Daniel Webster 07900 970711 [email protected] Secretary: Helen Smith 01752 846911 07889 726949 [email protected] League Rep: Kevin Robjohns 01752 330326 07792 185559 [email protected] Treasurer: Keith Dann 07920 132297 [email protected] Fixtures: Adrian Vickery 07759 369855 [email protected] Colts: James Sharp 07807 554129 [email protected] Welfare: Andrea Carlisle 01752 245854 07803 597886 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E West: Brian Gaylard 07876 767876 [email protected] 2nd XI: H West: Adrian Vickery 07759 369855 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Manadon Sports & Community Hub, St Peter’s Road, Plymouth PL5 3FD At Manadon roundabout take the exit onto St Peter’s Road, (small exit just before A386 to Tavistock) keep left on St Peter’s Road for 0.9mile then turn right to stay on St Peter’s Road, the Hub is on the right at a mini roundabout. Groundsman: Mike Whitting 01752 335873 07375 080875 [email protected]
Plympton Formed: 1862 www.plymptoncc.co.uk Twitter: @PlymptonCC Chairman: Jon Goulder 07403 071446 [email protected] Secretary: Andy Walter 07854 922377 [email protected] League Rep: Andy Walter 07854 922377 [email protected] Treasurer: John Agnew 07814 058724 [email protected] Fixtures: Alex Carr 07779 948135 [email protected]
56 Colts: Keith Willcock 07717 440209 [email protected] Welfare: Adrian Manuell 07854 855578 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A Division: Alex Carr 07779 948135 [email protected] 2nd XI: D Division West: Jason Degg 07967 966138 [email protected] 3rd XI: G Division West: Sean Mortimer 01752 348879 07508 403553 [email protected] Ladies XI: Devon Women’s League Division 1: Stephanie Hutchins 07725 743112 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Harewood Park, Plympton, Plymouth PL7 2AS 1st & 2nd X1: Heading west on the A38 take the Plympton exit (Deep Lane). Turn right onto Deep Ln/B3416. Continue straight through the traffic lights. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit onto Ridgeway passing the petrol station on right hand side. At the roundabout, take the 1st exit continuing downhill on the Ridgeway passing the George Pub on the right and speed camera on left. At the next roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Mudge Way (the first exit is a small road). Continue on Mudge Way across the mini roundabout. At the next roundabout, take the 2nd exit into a Co-Operative shoppers. Groundsman: Warren Carr 07786 378403 [email protected]
Plymstock Formed: 1900 www.plymstockcc.play-cricket.com Twitter: @PCCJuniors Chairman: Malcolm Orchard 07491 037017 [email protected] Secretary: Ian Whalley 01752 214136 07866 621253 [email protected] League Rep: Ian Whalley 01752 214136 07866 621253 [email protected] Treasurer: Nick Langridge 01752 894980 [email protected] Fixtures: Ian Whalley 07866 621253 [email protected] Colts: Paul Birleson 07841 568297 [email protected] Welfare: Mrs Michelle Baker 07976 092771 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Teddy Richards 07469 701157 [email protected] 2nd XI: D West: Marc Woodward 07973 203438 [email protected] 3rd XI: H West: Julian Brailey 07719 561501 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Dean Cross, Plymstock, Plymouth PL9 7AZ 1st & 2nd XI: Address: Dean Cross, Plymstock, Plymouth, PL9 7AZ. Tel: 01752 406776. Directions: Take Plymouth City Centre junction off A38 (Devon Expressway) Travel towards
57 the city centre but take the Kingsbridge/Plymstock road when road forks. Drive over river, at Morrisons supermarket take 2nd exit into Plymstock. At crossroads (traffic lights) turn right. The cricket ground is 150 metres on the right. Groundsman: Malcolm Orchard 01752 311951 07491 037017 [email protected]
Sampford Peverell and Tiverton Formed: 2017 www.sptcc.uk Twitter: @SPTCC17 Chairman: Jonathan Chilcott 07528 713599 [email protected] Secretary: John Broomhead 07368 677160 [email protected] League Rep: Josh Kallaway 07894 093347 [email protected] Treasurer: Linda Turner 01884 820261 [email protected] Fixtures: TBC Colts: Fred Harding 07970 003496 [email protected] Welfare: Tom Cowle 07815 122950 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D East: Joe Parkinson 07546 214241 [email protected] 2nd XI: F East: Tom Cowle 07815 122950 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Recreation Ground, Whitnage Road, Sampford Peverell EX16 7BU Junction 27 on M5. Take North Devon Link Road (A361) to Tiverton. Exit 1st slip road after approx. 500 yards. Turn left to Sampford Peverell at top of slip road. Continue for 1/2 mile, then take right turn into Whitnage Road and ground is 50 yards on right. Groundsman: Fred Harding 07970 003496 [email protected]
Sandford Formed: 1949 www.sandford.play-cricket.com Twitter: @SandfordCC Chairman: Mike Discombe 07974 138563 [email protected] Secretary: Paul Smith 07801 719386 [email protected] League Rep: Paul Smith 07801 719386 [email protected] Treasurer: Andy Gibson 01363 866641 07970 411471 [email protected] Fixtures: Paul Smith 07801 719386 [email protected] Colts: Matt Theedom 07805 554636 [email protected] Welfare: Matt Theedom 07805 554636 [email protected]
58 Captains: 1st XI: Premier: Richard Foan 07377 078218 [email protected] 2nd XI: C Division East: Shaun Hawkins 07908 545031 [email protected] 3rd XI: H Division East: Matt Theedom 07805 554636 [email protected] Ladies XI: DWCA Division 1: Lottie Miles 07753 251218 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Creedy Park, Sandford, Crediton EX17 4EB From Exeter A377 to Crediton. Follow signs to Sandford from Crediton. Ground is on the right hand side before you reach the village. Groundsman: Chris Theedom 01363 776831 07970 827192 [email protected]
Seaton Formed: 1875 www.seaton.play-cricket.com Twitter: @SeatonCC Chairman: Stephen Pritchard 07432 424186 [email protected] Secretary: Kim Pritchard 07977 106424 [email protected] League Rep: Ben Morgan 07787 436583 [email protected] Treasurer: Mike Sykes [email protected] Fixtures: Ben Morgan 07787 436583 [email protected] Colts: Stephen Pritchard 07432 424186 [email protected] Welfare: Andrew Wallach 07484 760057 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B: Ben Morgan 07787 436583 [email protected] 2nd XI: B2 East: Ollie Aplin [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Pavillion, Court Lane, Seaton EX12 2AT 1st & 2nd XI – From Exeter go easterly along the A3052. Turn right at first Seaton sign, at bottom of the hill turn left then first right, you are now in Colyford Road. Turn left. The entrance is 80 yards on the left. Groundsman: Derek House 01297 553063 [email protected]
Shaldon Optimists Formed: 1995 www.shaldon.play-cricket.com Twitter: @SOCCOPTIMISTS Chairman: Glynn Ballman 07896 590010 [email protected]
59 Secretary: John Crocker 01626 773612 07443 439397 [email protected] League Rep: Mark Couch 07760 177052 [email protected] Treasurer: Jay Tuffnell 07916 042636 [email protected] Fixtures: Glynn Ballman 01626 779023 07896 590010 [email protected] Colts: Eric Galvao 07835 660248 [email protected] Welfare: Lisa Paget 07570 135498 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C West: Todd Ballman 01626 779023 2nd XI: F West: Will Moore 07771 529541 [email protected] 3rd XI: G West: Glynn Ballman 07896 590010 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Hazeldown Oval, Eaton Court, Teignmouth TQ14 9LZ From Exeter take A380 and turn off for Teignmouth, when entering Teignmouth go down Higher Exeter Road, past Hazeldown School (first school on left) and turn left into Eaton Court which is 200 yards after the school. From Torquay head towards Exeter on Higher Exeter Road past cemetery on left hand side and then its 200 yards on right past Ashleigh Road turning. There is no parking or access from Hazeldown School. NB: All three teams play at the Hazeldown Oval. Groundsman: Charles Woolnough 07887 726570 [email protected]
Shobrooke Park Formed: 1890 www.shobrookepark.com Twitter: @ShobrookeParkCC Chairman: Peter Turner 07816 917525 [email protected] Secretary: Richard Pyle 01392 461246 07388 335927 [email protected] League Rep: Richard Pyle 01392 461246 07388 335927 [email protected] Treasurer: Neil Bishop Fixtures: Roger Jones 01363 775444 [email protected] Welfare: Richard Pyle 01392 461246 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B1: 2nd XI: C2 East: Peter Turner 07816 917525 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Shobrooke Park, Crediton EX17 3LG Take Turning to Shobrooke off Crediton to Tiverton road, after approximately 1/2 mile turn left into Park through gates, opposite turning to Newton St Cyres Groundsman: Peter Turner 07816 917525 [email protected]
60 Sidbury Formed: 1972 www.sidburycc.play-cricket.com Twitter: @SidburyCC Chairman: Chris Fitzhenry [email protected] Secretary: Stephen Howe 07793 006151 07793 006151 [email protected] League Rep: Stephen Howe 07793 006151 07793 006151 [email protected] Treasurer: Chris FitzHenry 07802 826809 [email protected] Fixtures: Oliver Paget 01404 371028 07793 763892 [email protected] Colts: David Munro-Higgs 01395 597254 07717 468909 [email protected] Welfare: Stephen Howe 07793 006151 07793 006151 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Div G East: Alex Paget 07707 287041 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Millfield, Bridge Street, Sidbury EX10 0SA Coming from Sidford, turn right onto Bridge Street opposite the Red Lion. Continue for 100 yards before turning right into Millenium Green, just before the bridge. Continue to the end of the track, the ground is on the other side of the hedge. Groundsman: Mark Bishop 07877 146418 [email protected]
Sidmouth Formed: 1823 www.sidmouthcricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @SidmouthCC Chairman: Richard Sommers 07590 712212 [email protected] Secretary: Anthony Griffiths 07769 934420 [email protected] League Rep: Charlie Dibble 07503 640590 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Sommers 07590 712212 [email protected] Fixtures: Rob Fowler 07989 151755 [email protected] Colts: Louise Dalton [email protected] Welfare: Chris Simmons 01404 812428 07828 021617 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: Premier: Zachary Bess 07891 465806 [email protected] 2nd XI: C East: Anthony Griffiths 07769 934420 [email protected] 3rd XI: F East: Tim Chapman [email protected]
61 Ground Address & Directions The Fortfield, Sidmouth EX10 8NT 1st & 2nd XI – Fortfield. Take signs to Sidmouth sea front. The ground is adjacent to the sea front car park, with parking on Fortfield Terrace, off Station Road. 3rd XI – Back Lane, Newton Poppleford. Back Lane is located off the A3052 at the Sidmouth end of the village. The ground will be seen on your left. Groundsman: Colin Whitehall 01395 513299 07828 873792 [email protected]
South Brent Formed: 2013 www.southbrentcricketclub.weebly.com Twitter: @SBrentCricket Chairman: Chris Roud 07400 750863 [email protected] Secretary: Mike Parker 07788 734841 [email protected] League Rep: Dave Lewis 01364 72820 07974 253419 [email protected] Treasurer: Tim Lannin [email protected] Fixtures: Mick Howells 01364 644426 07845 954124 [email protected] Welfare: Sean Beaven 01752 299747 07847 477223 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: H Division (West): Gareth Havard 07729 423193 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Palstone Park Recreation Ground, South Brent TQ10 9JR From the A38 Junction at Marley Head take the B3372 following the signs for South Brent. After approximately 1 mile as you approach the village, take the right hand turn signposted ‘Palstone Park Recreation Ground’. Postcode TQ10 9JR. Groundsman: [email protected]
South Devon Formed: 1851 www.southdevoncc.co.uk Twitter: @southdevoncc Chairman: Mark Andrews 07810 630331 [email protected] Secretary: Ian Shepherd 07919 033349 07919 033349 [email protected] League Rep: Ian Shepherd 07919 033349 07919 033349 [email protected] Treasurer: Emma Sear 07515 634351 07515 634351 [email protected] Fixtures: Peter Wright 01626 352073 07973 754387 [email protected] Colts: Hannah Smith 07790 381246 07790 381246 [email protected] Welfare: Ryan Maunder 07594 112547 07594 112547 [email protected]
62 Captains: 1st XI: C West: James Allen 07951 747663 [email protected] 2nd XI: F West: Matthew Kitto 07713 259380 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Newton Abbot & District Recreational Trust, Marsh Road, Newton Abbot TQ12 2AR Marsh Road leads off the Avenue, Newton Abbot, between the War Memorial and Balls Corner(Fire Station) roundabout. Groundsman: Barry Widdicombe 01626 368258 01626 368258 [email protected]
St Marychurch Old Boys Formed: 2017 Chairman: Kevin Watling 07747 847149 [email protected] Secretary: Roy Prentice 01803 431282 07867 912522 [email protected] League Rep: Steve Myers 01803 325023 07533 306606 [email protected] Treasurer: Steve Myers 01803 325023 07533 306606 [email protected] Fixtures: TBC Welfare: Roy Prentice 01803 431282 07867 912522 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: H Division West: Sean Tucker 01803 316843 07799 050207 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Cockington Court, Off Cockington Lane, Torquay TQ2 6XB Groundsman: N/A
Stoke Gabriel Formed: 1976 www.stokegabriel.play-cricket.com Twitter: @StokeGabriel_CC Chairman: Tom Hannaford-Hill 07540 222439 [email protected] Secretary: Hannah Rooney 07979 479701 [email protected] League Rep: Tony Rowe 01803 782222 [email protected] Treasurer: Neil Robinson 07799 111482 [email protected] Fixtures: John Webber 01364 653963 [email protected] Colts: Andrew Bradford 01803 782119 [email protected] Welfare: Doug Ansley 01548 550237 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C West: Jack Tolley 07913 166776 [email protected]
63 2nd XI: G West: Kai Horsburgh 07795 242500 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The J E Eastley Memorial Field, Hoyle Lane, Aish, Stoke Gabriel TQ9 6PT From Totnes, take the Paignton road to Riviera Sports cars. Turn right and follow the road for 1 mile until you come to the Aish turning. Turn right at the crossroads just after the phone box. Follow the lane for 1/4 mile. Groundsman: John Webber 01364 653963 [email protected]
Stokeinteignhead Formed: 1949 www.pitchero.com/clubs/stokeinteignheadcricketclub Twitter: @StokeCC Chairman: Mike Lang 07791 945695 [email protected] Secretary: Tim Treeby 07870 267737 [email protected] League Rep: Mike Lang 07791 945695 [email protected] Treasurer: Paul Russell 07731 985245 [email protected] Fixtures: Tony Heywood 07818 443408 [email protected] Colts: Welfare: Ian Lang 07427 643676 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: G Division West: Chris Prestt 07503 251120 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Netherton Park, Hackney Lane, Newton Abbot TQ12 4SA At the Penn Inn roundabout on the A380 towards Torquay take the Shaldon Road junction signposted Combeinteignhead. Travel up the hill passing Centrax on your right at the top, then at the bottom of the hill turn left into Hackney Lane, signposted Lower Netherton. Follow this lane along until it turns sharply right, at this point continue on the gravel track and the ground is 50 yards on the left. Groundsman: Nick Leslie 07771 655775 [email protected]
Tavistock Formed: 1849 www.tavistock.play-cricket.com Twitter: @tavistock_cc Chairman: David Manning 07855 224773 [email protected] Secretary: Pat Vickers 07989 358551 [email protected] League Rep: David Manning 01822 481973 07855 224773 [email protected] Treasurer: Andrew Jarman 01822 615864 [email protected]
64 Fixtures: Pat Vickers 07989 358551 [email protected] Colts: David Manning 01822 481973 07855 224773 [email protected] Welfare: Suzanne Fraser 07702 492002 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A1: Shaun Daymond 07805 565346 [email protected] 2nd XI: E Division West: Marc Lewis 07885 273602 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Ring, Chollacott Lane, Tavistock PL19 9DD Tavistock to Whitchurch Road. After 1 mile large sign on lamp post indicating direction up Chollacott Lane through top gate on to ground. Please use Chollacott Lane only to access the ground (sat nav PL19 9DD). Groundsman:
Thorverton Formed: 1860 www.thorverton.play-cricket.com Twitter: @ThorvertonCC Chairman: Charles Kislingbury [email protected] Secretary: Mike Denford 01884 255076 [email protected] League Rep: Will Denford 07795 022620 [email protected] Treasurer: Bob Rice 01392 860442 [email protected] Fixtures: Ali Chilcott 07580 072695 [email protected] Colts: John Spry 01392 840042 07866 492246 [email protected] Welfare: James May 01392 421135 07786 164646 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: B1: Andy Pitt 07428 566063 [email protected] 2nd XI: B2 East: David Sapiecha 07545 249706 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Station Road, Thorverton EX5 5NR Head north from Exeter on Tiverton road A396. Approximately 1 mile after Rewe village, turn left at The Ruffwell Pub. The ground can be seen on the left just before entering Thorverton about 3/4 mile after the pub. Third XI play at Witheridge’s ground at Nomansland EX16 8NW. From Tiverton take the B3137 to Witheridge. Drive through Nomansland and the cricket ground is on the left, virtually opposite the last house on the right as you drive out of the village. Groundsman: Paul Jordan 7870258175 [email protected]
65 Topsham St James Formed: 1875 (renamed 2008) www.topshamstjames.play-cricket.com Chairman: Charlie Penn 07854 450484 [email protected] Secretary: Sheila Harding 01392 876481 07816 665503 [email protected] League Rep: Sheila Harding 01392 876481 07816 665503 [email protected] Treasurer: c/o Secretary Fixtures: Charlie Penn 01392 920379 07854 450484 [email protected] Colts: c/o Secretary Welfare: Juliette Johnson 07976 230274 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E East: Jonathan Sapwell 07760 138193 [email protected] 2nd XI: H East: Jack Telford 07900 595762 [email protected] Ladies XI: 1: Hannah Clark 07803 524522 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Exeter University Sports Ground, Exeter Road, Topsham, Exeter EX3 0LY Take the Topsham turn-off from the Countess Wear roundabout. Go under motorway bridge & past football & the university ground is immediately on your left opposite the new houses. Groundsman:
Torquay Formed: 1851 www.torquaycricketclub.co.uk Twitter: TorquayCricket Chairman: Ian Baker 07980 908712 [email protected] Secretary: Vanessa Western 01803 328348 07887 692160 [email protected] League Rep: Tim Western 01803 328348 07711 851459 [email protected] Treasurer: Simon Rice 07836 760195 [email protected] Fixtures: Ian Western 01803 327248 07792 046647 [email protected] Colts: Ben Passenger 07841 668056 [email protected] Welfare: Penny Bailey 01803 298028 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: A: Chris Kelmere 07437 032087 [email protected] 2nd XI: F West: Matt McCann 07927 262601 [email protected]
66 Ground Address & Directions The Recreation Ground, The Seafront, Torquay TQ2 6NU Simply follow signs for Torquay Rugby club and Torquay Station. Groundsman: Ian Western 01803 327248 07792 046647 [email protected]
Uplyme & Lyme Regis Cricket Club Formed: 1886 www.uplymeandlymeregiscricketclub.co.uk Twitter: @UplymeLRegisCC Chairman: Steve Batey 07867 476345 [email protected] Secretary: Derek Wellman 07999 501351 [email protected] League Rep: Derek Wellman 07999 501351 [email protected] Treasurer: Neil Price 01395 519093 07753 880759 [email protected] Fixtures: Derek Wellman 07999 501351 [email protected] Welfare: Tim Daniel 07745 926694 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D Division East: Mark Brimicombe 07500 615318 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions The Pavilion KGV Playing Fields, Lyme Road, Uplyme, Lyme Regis DT7 3UU The ground is situated just off the B3165 off the A35, close to the centre of Uplyme, behind the village hall on the Lyme Regis road. Groundsman: Steve Batey 07867 476345 [email protected]
Upottery Formed: 1898 www.upottery.play-cricket.com Chairman: 07835 334549 [email protected] Secretary: Matthew Button-Stephens 07515 760869 [email protected] League Rep: Matthew Button-Stephens 07515 760869 [email protected] Treasurer: Mike Kellow 01404 890239 07779 253720 [email protected] Fixtures: Mark Joyce 01404 890186 07817 719429 [email protected] Colts: Paul Wakefield 01404 861800 07870 180524 [email protected] Welfare: Nicola Salter 07875 226131 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C1 East: Mark Joyce 01404 890186 07817 719429 [email protected]
67 2nd XI: F2 East: Andrew Pulman 01823 680312 07947 253555 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Glebe Park, Upottery, Honiton EX14 9RH Turn off A30 into centre of village, go past the Sidmouth Arms on your right. Take next left (signposted Hemyock). Glebe Park is 1/3rd mile on your right. Groundsman: Nigel Wyatt 01404 861252 07734 805133 [email protected]
Whimple Formed: 1947 www.whimple.play-cricket.com Twitter: @Whimplecc Chairman: James Woollam 07989 234372 [email protected] Secretary: Dave Culshaw 07789 553252 [email protected] League Rep: Dave Culshaw 01404 822363 07789 553252 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Bonnor-Moris 07706 138674 [email protected] Fixtures: James Woollam 07989 234372 [email protected] Colts: Kirsty Sherwood 07730 262607 [email protected] Welfare: Cathy Culshaw 01404 822363 07789 553251 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: C Division East: Gareth Stoneman 07947 646487 [email protected] 2nd XI: F East Division: Steve Kidd 07494 904605 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Knowle Recreation Ground, Knowle Cross Lane, Whimple EX5 2NU Travel through the village of Whimple, at the mini roundabout opposite The Thirsty Farmer pub turn left. Straight across next mini roundabout. Go up the hill and turn right just where the main road bears round to the left. The club is 100 yards down on the right. Groundsman: Adrian Witton 01404 823076 [email protected]
Whitchurch Wayfarers Formed: 1945 www.whitchurchwayfarerscc.play-cricket.com Twitter: @whitwayfarer Chairman: Nigel Barriball [email protected] Secretary: Phil Mckenzie 07854 621866 [email protected] League Rep: Rob Powell 07721 728569 [email protected] Treasurer: Graham Curson 01822 614984 [email protected]
68 Fixtures: Graham Curson 01822 614984 [email protected] Colts: Steve Hodge 01822 617342 07964 790331 [email protected] Welfare: Andy Alford [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D West: Josh Towl 07975 751499 [email protected] 2nd XI: G West: Jason Webber 07970 355423 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Whitchurch House, Whitchurch, Tavistock PL19 9EL From A386 Plymouth to Tavistock road, take the turning into Anderton Lane signposted Whitchurch. At bottom of hill, turn right. At cross roads straight over junction, up Church Lane. The ground is situated on the left after the pub and the church, prior to the cattle grid onto the moor. Groundsman: Dean Elliot 07890 512140 [email protected]
Woodbury & Newton St Cyres Formed: 2017 www.woodburyandnewtonstcyres.play-cricket.com Chairman: Ian Hughes 07968 479531 [email protected] Secretary: John Quicke 01392 851627 07707 322787 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Collyer 07599 208859 [email protected] Treasurer: Richard Shaw 01395 233197 [email protected] Fixtures: Tom Dowle 07734 361383 [email protected] Colts: Richard Church 07966 172133 [email protected] Welfare: John Ingham [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: E Division East: Nalin Chouhan 07746 400732 [email protected] 2nd XI: G Division East: Ian Hughes 01395 223780 07968 479531 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Town Lane, Woodbury EX5 1NF From the centre of the village (The Arch/Post Office) follow B3179 to Budleigh Salterton. Take 2nd turning on the left. Town Lane ground is 250 metres on the right. Dogs are banned from the ground 1st May – 30th September. Groundsman: Neil Richards 01392 363503 07901 842586 [email protected]
69 Yelverton Bohemians Formed: 1960 www.ybcc.co.uk Twitter: @YelvertonCC Chairman: Geoff Willcocks 07394 565534 [email protected] Secretary: John Casey 07798 566660 [email protected] League Rep: Chris Pearson 07725 031544 [email protected] Treasurer: Geoff Brain 01752 226499 07837 838933 [email protected] Fixtures: Chris Pearson 07725 031544 [email protected] Colts: Gary Hutchins 07939 076406 [email protected] Welfare: Geoff Willcocks 07394 565534 [email protected] Captains: 1st XI: D Division West: Ben Grove 07841 020533 [email protected] 2nd XI: G Division West: Lee (Eddie) Foskett 07519 558780 [email protected] 3rd XI: H Division West: John (Sandy) Ralph 01822 852002 07772 397721 [email protected] Ground Address & Directions Langton Park (1st & 2nd XI fixtures ONLY), Plymouth Road, Yelverton PL20 6HY 1st & 2nd XI Fixtures only – from Plymouth, take the A386 north towards Tavistock. Before reaching Yelverton there is a left hand turn signed Crapstone & Buckland Monachorum. The track leading to the ground is approximately 200m on the right hand side signposted ‘YBCC Cricket’. From Tavistock take the A386 towards Plymouth and at main roundabout in Yelverton take the 2nd exit (right). The track leading to the ground is approximately 400m on the left and signed as above. 3rd XI Fixtures ONLY – Gunnislake CC, PL18 9LH & other venues TBC. *** Please contact the 3rd XI Captain or Fixtures Secretary to confirm venue & directions. *** Groundsman: Gerry Keen 01752 786014 07810 246388 [email protected]
70 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Playing Regulations – 2020
1. STRUCTURE OF THE DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE The League is structured as an ‘All Through League’, with a Premier Division of ten teams together with as many other divisions as required. Each division has ten teams, unless otherwise determined by the League Management Committee (LMC). In order to provide a full competitive season: i. The Premier, A and B Divisions will be county-wide divisions. ii. All other divisions will be regionalised on an East/West basis as operationally necessary, determined by the LMC. iii. Promotion and relegation will be based on two teams promoted and two teams relegated. Thus two teams will be promoted from the B Division and two teams relegated; one team to each of the regionalised C Divisions. Each regionalised C Division will relegate two teams and the division below will promote two teams etc. iv. No two or more teams from the same club will be permitted to play in the same division: indeed it is ALWAYS the case that a club’s 1st XI will be in a higher division than the club’s 2nd XI, and it is ALWAYS the case that a club’s 2nd XI will be in a higher division than the club’s 3rd XI, and it is ALWAYS the case that a club’s 3rd XI will be in a higher division than the club’s 4th XI, and so on. For clarity, East and West regionalised divisions are considered to be the same division (i.e. at the same level) for the purposes of this rule. v. No club with a single team may rise higher than the B Division. vi. No 2nd XI may rise higher than the B Division. vii. In the event of a relegated XI dropping into a division in which there is already an XI from the same club, the lower team will also be relegated, and automatically become the first team from that division to be relegated. Similarly, if an XI is in a promotion position but there is already an XI from the same club in the higher division, then the XI will not be promoted and will be replaced by the next best-placed eligible team. Any disputes will be resolved by the LMC.
2. THE CHAMPION TEAM The team gaining the greatest number of points at the end of the season shall be the champion team of each division. i. Equality a. Champion team: Should two or more teams have equal points, the winner shall be the team with the highest number of outright wins. Should equality still prevail, the team with the fewest defeats shall be placed the higher. Should equality still prevail, the teams concerned shall be joint champions.
71 b. A team’s position within a division: Should two or more teams have equal points, the higher placed shall be the team with the highest number of wins. Should equality still prevail, the team with the fewest defeats shall be placed the higher. Should equality still prevail, the team with the most batting points shall be placed the higher. Should equality still prevail, the team with the most bowling points shall be placed the higher. ii. Promotion and Relegation a. The two teams finishing top in all divisions, except the Premier and regionalised C Divisions, will be promoted. Only the top team in C Divisions East and West will be promoted. b. The two teams finishing bottom in each division, with the exception of the lowest division, will be relegated. c. If a team withdraws from the Devon Cricket League (DCL), of the clubs that would ordinarily be relegated from the division in which that team is placed, the highest placed team will retain its place in that division. d. Should a team fail to qualify for promotion due to not meeting the necessary Ground Criteria, including artificial pitch restrictions (Regulation 5), the team finishing in the next best position will be promoted instead. e. Should a team be relegated to the lowest division in the DCL and a club XI is already playing in that division, the LMC will seek an equitable solution to ensure that no team is unfairly denied promotion. iii. Promotion and Relegation – Withdrawal of a Team(s) When due to the late withdrawal of a team after the publication of the fixture list for the season or the withdrawal of a team by the LMC under Playing Regulation 4.iii means there is an imbalance of potential games played by the teams in that division, final positions will be determined by an average points system. This will be calculated to two decimal points with the following criteria: a. Only completed matches as defined by the League Rules will have their points total count with cancelled or abandoned matches disregarded except where a team forfeits a fixture under Playing Regulation 4.i. b. Should two teams be tied on their ‘average points’ total then positions will be determined by the ‘average points’ in the fixtures between those two teams.
3. FIXTURES i. The Season and Rearrangement of Fixtures The DCL shall arrange home and away fixtures between all member clubs. Such fixtures shall normally be circulated to the clubs by no later than 15th
72 December each year. Matches shall commence on the first Saturday in May and continue to be played on the following seventeen Saturdays. 3rd and 4th teams may re-schedule, by mutual agreement, up to two home games per season on a Sunday on the understanding that no player who played (or was selected to play) in a higher team on the Saturday, may play on the Sunday. Where matches are re-arranged under this regulation then both the League Fixtures Secretary and the Divisional Results Secretary must be advised before the commencement of the season. ii. Cancellation of Fixtures – Procedure Apart from where admission to a ground is barred on the instructions of the landlord (or their servants), no fixture can be cancelled before 9:30 a.m. on the day of the match. Cancellation shall only be made by the ground authority informing the captain or, in their absence, a club official, who must immediately advise the captain of the away side of the decision to cancel the fixture due to conditions. a. In the event of any dispute between captains, or in their absence the club official, (the away team not agreeing with this decision) cancellation cannot take place. b. The away side shall have the option to travel and inspect the ground. If this option is taken, the home side must attend the on-site decision, which is likely to be made by the ground authority/umpires on the day. c. Should the above take place and the match be cancelled, the away side shall be fully responsible for all the independent umpires’ costs and tea interval costs, all to be paid in full on the day. iii. Exceptional Circumstances If, for wholly health and safety or exceptional circumstances beyond the control of the club concerned, a fixture has to be cancelled, the cancellation will be notified as soon as possible to the appropriate people, as in a) above. In these circumstances, if it is possible to re-arrange the fixture for a later date, the LMC will sanction this intention. If the fixture cannot be re-arranged, then the normal points awarded for cancelled games will apply. iv. Known Un-availability of Home Ground Where a Club has prior notice of dates when their home ground will be unavailable for cricket during the following season, such dates shall be notified in writing to the Fixtures Secretary by 15th October of the previous year. v. Ground Sharing Where teams share a ground with teams from another club, they should inform the Fixtures Secretary, in writing, whether these arrangements will continue for the next season or whether they will change to a different arrangement.
73 4. INABILITY TO FULFIL A FIXTURE i. Should any team be unable to fulfil a fixture where a suitable ground is available, it shall forfeit the match and have a 10 point deduction. The opposing team will be awarded 20 points. ii. If the away team is unable to give a clear 48 hours notice of their inability to fulfil the fixture, they shall pay to the home team the sum of £33.00. If the away team is unable to give a clear 24 hours notice of their inability to fulfil the fixture, they shall pay to the home team the sum of £50.00. If the away team cancel their participation on the day of the match, they shall pay to the home team the sum of £66.00 and they shall be responsible for paying independent umpires, where applicable, as if the fixture had taken place. iii. Should a particular team be unable to fulfil a fixture, where a suitable ground is available, on more than three occasions in one season that team will have all its points removed. Whilst it may continue to play in that season, it will no longer be able to gain points. Furthermore, any points accrued by other teams against this team will also be removed. However, for statistical purposes, individual records will be retained. iv. In other than exceptional circumstances, no club may fail to fulfil a higher XI fixture whilst fulfilling a lower XI fixture on the same day. The penalty for failure to observe this part of the rule is the loss of all points from the team cancelling and any lower team fixtures fulfilled on that day, in addition to penalties (detailed above) applied to the team failing to fulfil its fixture.
5. LEAGUE GROUNDS League grounds will be monitored and facilities inspected by officials of the DCL as required, thereby maintaining compliance with DCL Grounds and Facilities Criteria obligations. Technical assistance and advice will be offered to clubs to improve the standard of cricket grounds by the Devon County Groundsman’s Association (DCGA) and the Institute of Groundsmanship (IOG). i. Availability and use of Covers In the Premier and A Division matches effective covers must be available for immediate use in rain-affected matches (see Facilities Criteria). It is also a requirement that the covers are used during the 24 hours prior to the commencement of the match if the weather is inclement. The umpires shall have discretion in arranging to re-locate the pitch to another part of the square in an effort to commence the match. This will be done in conjunction with the home side groundsman. No Club shall be promoted to a higher division unless its facilities comply with the Facilities Criteria for that division (refer to the appropriate section in the handbook). ii. Inspection The grounds will also be monitored from regular inspection reports received by the DCL. The decision of the LMC as to compliance of Grounds and Facilities will be final and binding.
74 iii. Artificial Pitches The use of artificial wickets is not permitted except under the following circumstances: a. Upon application to the DCL, a club 3rd XI or lower, playing in the lowest two divisions East and West, will be granted an exemption if their home ground has no grass pitch available throughout the whole season. This applies to one season, reviewed annually. b. Upon application to the DCL, a club may be granted dispensation for one season to use an artificial pitch when they are moving to a new ground and their new square needs time to bed in. c. Upon application to the DCL, a club 1st XI or 2nd XI may be granted dispensation to use an artificial pitch if their home ground is unavailable on any particular Saturday and no alternative grass pitch is available.
6. CLOTHING and ATTIRE The DCL requires clubs to maintain standards across all League competitions. It is preferred that all clothing worn in League matches is predominately white. However, sensible, minimal sponsor and manufacturer’s markings on shirts are permitted, including the player’s name and a number on the rear of a shirt. Coloured clothing would ideally be worn in all DCL Cup Competitions.
7. LEAGUE MATCH Any reference to a ‘League Match’ with regard to Rules and Regulations, applies to all types of matches played under the auspices of DCL. This includes: • Saturday League matches • Devon T20 Cup • Corinthian Cup • Other T20 Competitions • Friendly matches organised by the DCL.
8. PLAYERS – ELIGIBILITY & REGISTRATION i. Procedure a. All players must be registered to be eligible to play in any DCL division. Registration of all players will take place in accordance with guidelines issued by the LMC. b. The rules will apply to all genders and must comply with LMC guidelines, which are subject to change. c. Registration of players applies to ALL teams. d. All players playing in any of the Cup competitions organised by the DCL must be registered. e. Each team must include a minimum of nine category 1 players. Additionally, teams may include either:
75 • One category 2 and one category 3, or • One category 2 and one category 3E, or • One category 3 and one category 3E, or • Two category 3E players, or • If ten category 1 players are included, one player only from category 2, 3, or 3E can play. ii. Definitions – Category 1 This category comprises players who are either: a. Qualified for England under current ECB rules (available from the ECB website), or b. Hold a British passport, or c. A foreign citizen who has been resident in the UK for the preceding three consecutive years as of the date of registration and has spent a minimum of 210 days in each of these preceding three consecutive years within the UK (for which purpose shall mean a year ending 31st March), or d. A citizen of a UK Overseas Protectorate e.g. Anguilla, St Helena, Falkland Islands, or e. Fall under category 3 or 3E but who, on the 1st September in the preceding year, was under 17 years of age. iii. Definitions – Category 2 This relates to players who, at the date of registration, are contracted to a first-class county or MCC young cricketers. Players must comply with the qualification requirements and restrictions of categories 1 and 3, i.e. a player regarded as non-overseas for the purpose of county cricket may nevertheless still fall within the DCL category 3 definitions and be restricted accordingly. For the purpose of clarification, a contracted player with a county club is one who either has: • A full playing contract • A summer contract or development contract • Not an Academy contract (aged 16-19). Only one category 2 player may play in any DCL League or Cup game. However, “home-grown” players as defined below will be regarded as category 1 players. A “home-grown“ player is one who was a bona fide member of that club for at least the last two UK seasons prior to his 18th birthday and played at least 12 matches in total in DCL League or Cup games in the preceding two UK seasons and was a member of the club immediately prior to the award of a contract. iv. Definitions – Category 3 This category comprises all players not covered by category 1, 2, 3E or by the “home-grown” rule. Only one category 3 player may play in any DCL League or Cup game, except for the E-H Cup Competition when none are permitted. 76 v. Definitions – Category 3E a. This category comprises players who do not qualify under category 1 or 2 but who have been resident in the UK between 18 months and four years as of the date of registration and who have spent a minimum of 330 days in the UK (for which purpose shall mean a year ending 31st March), or b. Hold a passport issued by a member state of the European Union.
9. REGISTRATION OF PLAYERS i. It is a club’s responsibility to register all their players via play- cricket.com and to ensure that the names and dates of birth are correct prior to 22:00 on the 29th April each season in order for them to be eligible for the first match of that season. In the case of players in categories 2, 3 and 3E the relevant documents must be forwarded to the Registrations Secretary. In all cases the Registration Secretary will confirm via play-cricket.com when a player’s registration has been approved. In the event of a division having an odd number of teams resulting in one club having no game on the first weekend of the season, the initial registration period is extended to 22.00 on the Thursday prior to their first match. ii. After this first match, a player can be registered up to 22:00 on the Thursday prior to the match in which they wish to play. iii. No new player registrations will be accepted by the Registration Secretary (or the LMC in the absence of the Registration Secretary) after 22:00 on the 31st July of the current season. iv. Once registered with a club, a player remains registered until transferred via play-cricket.com, or the holding club notifies the League Registrations Secretary, via play-cricket.com, that the player’s registration is to be cancelled. During the playing season, the only method of player movement from one member club to another is by player transfer (Playing Regulation 13 refers). v. Any substitute (as defined by the Laws of Cricket) used in a League or Cup match need not be a registered player. vi. At the time of registration category 1c, 2, & 3e players must provide a written statement of their compliance with the eligibility rules. vii. At the time of registration, category 1e players must provide proof of age. viii. At the time of registration, category 2 “home-grown“ players must provide the relevant proof, as described in category 2, in order to play as if they were category 1 players. ix. It is the responsibility of the club to ensure that the conditions of a player’s visa are met. These conditions are set out by the Home Office, in conjunction with the ECB, and are regularly updated on the ECB website. If in any doubt the League strongly recommends that the club seeks advice from the Managed Migration team at the ECB.
77 GUIDANCE NOTE The Registration Secretary will approve all registrations via devoncl.play- cricket.com providing all requirements laid out in 9. Registration of Players are met and within the time limits stated. Once registered with a club, a player remains registered with them until transferred via play-cricket.com or the holding club notifies the Registrations Secretary, via play-cricket.com, that the player’s registration is cancelled. x. Club Responsibility when Registering Players A club, when relying upon a player registration continuing from the previous season, is responsible for: a. Checking that the player’s name is on the club’s Play-Cricket database, as approved by the League Registrations Secretary. b. Ensuring that a Player is not registered with any other club, e.g. that the player was officially transferred to their club in the previous season. c. Ensuring that the deadline dates as set out in Playing Regulation 9 are adhered to. Failure to respond in time will result in unregistered players and their ineligibility to play in the first match of the season. d. Premier, A and B Divisions: Only players who have played during the current season in a DCL League match at any level, up to and including 31st July, or were registered to that club in the previous season and had played at least three matches, shall be considered as eligible to play in any remaining fixtures of that season. Provided players in these three divisions have played no more than 10 1st XI matches in the current season they can play for a lower XI in the last 2 weeks of the season e. C Divisions and below: Only players who have played during the current season in a DCL League match, at any level, or have not played in the current season but were previously either registered with the DCL or members with that club, shall be eligible to play in any remaining season fixtures. Should the DCL have no record of a previous registration with that club the onus of proof, prior to playing, rests with the club.
10. CASUAL PLAYER SCHEME There is often the need for teams who are short of players to ask for volunteers to play: Qualification i. This scheme is only permitted for C Divisions and below and open until the season end. ii. All volunteer players, who must be category 1 players (see Regulation 8.ii above), can only play one match under this scheme.
78 Registration Casual players need to be registered as follows: i. Note the individual’s full name on the match scorecard. ii. Complete on play-cricket.com the registration information on the player. iii. The registration will be approved PROVIDED all information on the player has been entered prior to 12.00 noon on the Tuesday following the match in which they played. Please note that the casual player status reverts to being a registered player in respect of all other regulations of the DCL. Furthermore, any abuse of the scheme, e.g. using the scheme to enhance the team strength, but not restricted to this, may result in a points deduction to be decided by the LMC.
11. LOAN PLAYER SCHEME Clubs can agree to share their pool of players with other clubs who are short of players in order to facilitate a League match and ‘get the game on’. This enables players who are not selected for their club to have a game of cricket. The process and procedure to be followed: Club Eligibility: Open to all clubs from E Division downwards. Player Eligibility: i. Only players who normally play in their club’s lowest team can participate in this scheme or until such time as they have played 3 matches in their 1st XI. This match restriction does not apply to a single team club. ii. Whilst there is no maximum number of times a player can be loaned out, no more than 3 loaned players to a club can be used in any one match. Registration Process: As a player is already registered with a club to facilitate the loan that player must be formally transferred with the lending club retaining the right to veto such a loan. i. A player registration/transfer request, via play-cricket.com, must be received by the Registration Secretary no later than 22.00 on the Friday prior to the match for the ‘new’ club. The power to accept or reject a player registration or transfer then rests solely with the Registration Secretary or, in the event of a dispute, with the LMC. ii. Following the match, it is the responsibility of the player’s principle club to transfer the player back. Unless this occurs, the ‘loaned’ player remains registered with the loaner club and permitted to play for them again.
12. PLAYING AN UNREGISTERED OR INELIGIBLE PLAYER i. Should a team play an unregistered or ineligible player(s) in a match, then that team shall have 5 points deducted from its total to date for each player. 79 ii. Should a team be found guilty of deliberately playing an unregistered or ineligible player, in addition to the penalties detailed in Regulation 12.i above, that team shall forfeit all points gained in the match in question and have a further 20 points deducted from its total to date.
13. PLAYERS – TRANSFER i. Application for Transfer a. Once a player is registered on devoncl.play-cricket.com he cannot register with another DCL member club until a transfer request is made and accepted by the holding club and the Registration Secretary via play-cricket.com. b. No previously registered or unregistered player, irrespective of whether they played in the previous or current season, can switch between DCL member clubs or any club affiliated to the ECB without notifying the player’s previous club of their intent. c. A category 3 or 3E player may transfer between DCL Clubs in the current season, but may not play 1st XI cricket for the new club during that season. Please note that a DCL match refers to a league or DCL affiliated cup game.
GUIDANCE NOTE The transfer system applies to all players moving between DCL member clubs. ii. Transfer Time Scale a. A request must be received by the Registration Secretary via devoncl.play-cricket.com no later than 22:00 on 29th April if the transferring player is required to play for their ‘new’ club in the first match of the forthcoming DCL season. b. After this first match, a player registration/transfer request (via play-cricket.com) must be received by the Registrations Secretary no later than 22:00 on the Thursday prior to the first match in which the transferring player is required to play for their ‘new’ club. The power to accept or reject a player registration/transfer rests solely with the Registration Secretary or, in the event of a dispute, with the LMC. c. No player transfers will be permitted after 1st July each season. d. When a transfer request is made via play-cricket.com it is the responsibility of the holding club to either approve or object to the transfer within a time scale. The time scale shall be 14 days for the ‘out of season’ period up to 22:00 on 9th April each year. This is then reduced to 7 days from 22:01 on 9th April until 1st July. iii. Financial Commitment to a Previous Club No player may be transferred to or registered with any DCL club until such time as all financial commitments have been settled with that player’s previous club
80 14. MATCH RESULTS i. In the Premier and A Divisions, the match results are to be entered onto play-cricket.com by 22:00 on the evening of the match being played, and a FULL SCORECARD submitted by the Home team within 48 hours of the end of play – that is by the first Monday evening following completion of the match. The Away team then has until noon on Thursday to make any amendments to spelling and the like and/or to confirm the result. The Result Secretaries will check the entries and points claimed before “locking” the scorecard. When uploading the Scorecard, it should include all players’ names (including first names), whether they have batted or not, and the bonus points that are being claimed. Cancelled or Abandoned matches should be entered in the same way. The key to success in this process is to have the Members Database on your play-cricket.com website correct and up-to-date. Any breach of this regulation will attract a point(s) penalty. For the first offence 1 point will be deducted. For a second offence 2 points will be deducted whilst a third offence will incur a 3 point deduction. In the event of any subsequent offence occurring during the same season, 5 points will be deducted each time. Errant clubs will be notified of each offence in the most expedient manner. ii. In all other Divisions, FULL SCORECARDS are to be uploaded onto play-cricket.com by the Home team. This has to be done by noon on the Tuesday following the match being played. Clearly, it is in everyone’s interests if it can be done sooner. The Away team then has until noon on Thursday to make any amendments to spelling and the like and/or to confirm the result. The Result Secretaries will check the entries and points claimed before “locking” the scorecard. When uploading the Scorecard, it should include all players’ names (including first names), whether they have batted or not, and the bonus points that are being claimed. Cancelled or Abandoned matches should be entered in the same way. The key to success in this process is to have the Members Database on your play-cricket.com website correct and up-to-date. Any breach of this regulation will attract a point(s) penalty. For the first offence 1 point will be deducted. For a second offence 2 points will be deducted whilst a third offence will incur a 3 point deduction. In the event of any subsequent offence occurring during the same season, 5 points will be deducted each time. Errant clubs will be notified of each offence in the most expedient manner. iii. In all Divisions where clubs make use of electronic scoring (e.g. Playcricket Pro, Playcricket Scorer and TCS), the Home team, unless agreed otherwise, will be responsible for uploading the Scorecard to play-cricket. com. Both clubs are to check that the upload was successful and any errors corrected using their play-cricket.com Administrator’s rights. It is strongly recommended that corrections are not attempted by either team uploading the Scorecard again.
81 15. MATCH REPORTS i. Team Captains: In the Premier, A and B Divisions, where Independent Umpires are appointed by DACO, both Captains must fully complete their “Umpire Performance Feedback” forms on ‘Who’s The Umpire’ (WTU) by no later than noon on the first Wednesday following the match taking place. If either Captain fails to comply, then their team will be deducted 2 points for the first offence. For the second offence 3 points will be deducted whilst a third and each subsequent offence will incur a 5 point penalty. The “Umpire Performance Feedback” form provides helpful information for the development and performance of Umpires. Care and consideration in compiling these reports are requested: it is the responsibility of the team Captain to complete these forms. ii. Umpires: In the Premier, A and B Divisions, where Independent Umpires are appointed by DACO, both Umpires must together check match timings, allowable time, overs bowled and overs allocated at the end of the match. The Home team will then enter the overs allocated and actual playing time on their play-cricket.com website in the ‘Highlights” box for the match concerned. In addition, both Umpires must together agree the “Facilities and Pitch Mark” form for the DCL on WTU, by no later than noon on the first Wednesday following the match taking place. In matches where only one Independent Umpire is appointed, it is their responsibility to ensure all forms are correctly completed and signed.
82 APPENDIX Fines and Penalties
Background Since 2017 the League has been reviewing its policies around Fines and Penalties. This is something that has not been reviewed for some while and, in many cases, the level of fine has become uneconomic to collect. In the case of appeals other than discipline, because of the costs involved, the level of deposit is far less than the cost of establishing a meeting or hearing. The League Committee believe that the overriding principle ought to be that, wherever possible, a points penalty should be attributed to breaches of Playing Regulations or Rules, whilst a financial penalty is appropriate where clubs are in breach of either the Constitution or Administration. The topic was raised and discussed at the Divisional meetings, and the following was proposed by the LMC at the Annual General Meeting on 30th November 2018 and approved by the meeting.
League Administration
Article Description Level of Fine/Deposit or Point Penalty
1. Obligations to DCL and Clubs must have a A breach of this article will DCB (para viii) representative at all General result in a £50 fine and Divisional meetings.
1. Obligations to DCL and Clubs must respond within 21 A breach of this article will DCB (para ix) days to DCL communications result in a £30 fine
5. Trophies and Awards Failure to return a trophy/ A breach of this article will return a trophy in good result in a £50 fine and condition the cost of the repair or replacement as necessary.
8. Rights of appeal other (i) By Arbitration panel (i) Deposit is £100 than Discipline (ii) By Appeal panel (ii) Deposit is £150 Successful appellants will have their deposit returned
Playing Regulations
Playing Regulation Description Level of Fine or Penalty
12. Playing an unregistered or (i) First offence (i) 5-point deduction with no ineligible player (paras i & ii) (ii) Deliberate offence financial penalty (ii) All matches points plus a further 20-point deduction; no financial penalty
83 14. Match Results (paras i & ii) (i) In Premier and A Divisions (i) 1-point penalty for a first (ii) In all other Divisions offence; 2-point penalty for a second offence; 3-point penalty for a third and subsequent offence. (ii) As above
15. Match Reports (para i) Captains to complete 2-point penalty for a first Umpire’s performance offence; 3-point penalty feedback form for second offence; 5-point penalty for subsequent offences.
Playing Rules 2019 Premier and A Division
Playing Rule Description Level of Fine or Penalty
1. General (para c) Failure to provide a Scorer 2-point deduction. for both innings
B Division
Playing Rule Description Level of fine or penalty
1. General (para c) Failure to provide a Scorer 2-point deduction for both innings
84 ECB Guidance Notes
1. SAFETY MEASURES FOR HELMETS WITHIN RECREATIONAL CRICKET The ECB has recently announced new helmet safety measures, which are being introduced with a view to reducing the risk of head and facial injuries within the game. The purpose of this brief note is to assist Leagues and Clubs at the recreational level to understand the key elements of these changes and what they mean. Players over the age of 18 The ECB strongly recommend that all adult recreational cricketers should wear helmets for certain activities, preferably which meet the most recent British Safety Standard (see below). This recommendation applies to batting against all types of bowling, wicket-keepers standing up to the wicket, and players fielding closer than eight yards from the batsman’s middle stump, except behind the wicket on the off-side. Under 18s The position in relation to U18s currently remains unchanged and is governed by the ‘ECB Guidance on the Wearing of Cricket Helmets by Young Players’. In essence, batsmen and wicket-keepers standing up to the wicket must wear head protection when playing or practising. That Guidance should be referred to in full for the position in relation to U18s. British Safety Standard The latest British Safety Standard is BS7928:2013 for both adults and juniors. The full list of helmets meeting this standard is available at www.ecb.co.uk/ helmets. The ECB understands that there is currently no specific women’s helmet and as a consequence no specific standard for women’s helmets. As the size of the standard women’s cricket ball is between the standard men and junior balls, it is recommended that women use helmets that have been tested against both the men’s and junior sized ball, or at least against the junior size ball. What do Leagues and Clubs need to do? Whilst it is strongly recommended that all adult recreational cricketers wear helmets in the on-field circumstances detailed above, it is not mandatory for them to do so. For the avoidance of doubt, Leagues or Clubs do not need to go above and beyond the ECB’s recommendation by forcing their cricketers to wear helmets. However, Leagues and Clubs in recreational cricket should ensure that their cricketers are made aware of the above ECB recommendation in relation to helmets, including the need to check that any newly purchased helmets meet the latest British Safety Standard. The ECB recommends that Leagues and
85 Clubs bring the link above to the attention of their cricketers and encourage all cricketers to carefully consider their own health and safety regarding helmet use. Leagues and Clubs should always ensure that they have adequate public liability insurance. Safety Guidance on the Wearing of Cricket Helmets by Young Players In February 2015 the ECB issued updated Safety Guidance on the wearing of helmets by young players up to the age of 18. In brief, the guidance recommends that: • Helmets with a faceguard or grille must be worn when batting against a hard cricket ball in matches and in practice sessions. • Young players should regard a helmet with a faceguard as a normal item of protective equipment, together with pads, gloves and for boys an abdominal protector ( box). • Young wicket keepers must wear a helmet with a faceguard when standing up to the stumps. (DCL do not accept face protectors as an alternative). • The ECB strongly recommends that wherever possible junior players use head protectors that have been tested against junior sized cricket balls. • Parental or guardian written consent allowing a young player not to wear a helmet should not be accepted in any form of cricket. • This Guidance applies to all players up to the age of 18, both in adult cricket and in all junior cricket played with a hard ball. • The Guidance also applies during all practice sessions. Any individual taking responsibility for players should take all reasonable steps to ensure that this Guidance is followed at all times. • The ECB asks that the Guidance is communicated to the parents or guardians of all young players through clubs and schools and that young players are not allowed to bat or stand up to the stumps when keeping wicket against a hard ball without wearing appropriate protection. 2. FIELDING REGULATIONS • The ECB has regulations covering the minimum fielding distances for young players in all matches where a hard ball is used. • No young player in the U15 age group or younger shall be allowed to field closer than 6 yards (5.5 metres) from the batsman’s position on the popping crease on a middle stump line, except behind the wicket on the on-side, until the batsman has played at the ball. • For players in the U13 age group and below the distance is 11 yards (10 metres). • These minimum distances apply even if the player is wearing a helmet.
86 • Should a young player in these age groups come within the restricted distance, the umpire must stop the game immediately and instruct the fielder to move back. • In addition any young player in the U16-U18 age groups, who has not reached the age of 18, must wear a helmet and for boys, an abdominal protector (box) when fielding within 6 yards (5.5 metres) from the batsman‘s position on the popping crease on a middle stump line, except behind the wicket on the off-side. Players should wear appropriate protective equipment whenever they are fielding in a position where they feel at risk. • These fielding regulations are applicable to all cricket in England and Wales. Age groups are based on the age of the player at midnight on 31st August in the year proceeding the current season.
3. FAST BOWLING DIRECTIVES
Age Max overs per spell Max overs per game Up to 13 5 10 U14, U15 6 12 U16, U17, U18 7 18
For the purpose of these Directives, a fast bowler is defined as a bowler to whom a wicket-keeper in the same age group would normally stand back to take the ball. i. In matches of 20 overs or less per team where the competition regulations only allow bowlers to bowl less than, or equal to, the number of overs specified as the maximum in a spell in the Directive, the provisions requiring an equivalent number of overs from the same end to have elapsed before a subsequent spell can commence shall not apply (eg in an age group competition where a maximum of 4 overs per bowler is allowed, these may bowled at any time in the innings irrespective of the number of spells bowled. ii. Once a bowler covered by these Directives has bowled in a match he cannot exceed the maximum number of overs per day for his age group, even if he subsequently bowls spin. He can exceed the maximum if bowling spin, but cannot then revert to bowling fast until an equivalent number of overs to the length of his spell has been bowled from the same end. iii. If he bowls spin without exceeding the maximum number of overs in a spell the maximum will apply as soon as he reverts to bowling fast. Captains, Team Managers and Umpires are asked to ensure that these Directives are followed at all times. iv. Age groups are based on the age of the player at midnight on 31st August in the year preceding the current season.
87 4. JUNIOR PLAYERS IN OPEN AGE CRICKET The ECB has issued Guidance covering the selection and participation of young players in open age cricket. The Guidance applies to both boys and girls and the ECB keeps Guidelines under review. Minimum Age Players who are selected in a county U12 squad in spring for a summer squad, or in another squad deemed by the ECB Performance Managers to be of a standard above ‘district level’ for that season, are eligible to play in open age cricket. This is providing they are at least 11 years old, are in school Year 7 on 1st September in the year preceding the season, and have written parental consent to play. In allowing these players to play in open age cricket it is essential clubs and coaches recognize the ‘duty of care’ obligations they have towards these young players. This means boys and girls who are county squad and area squad players, are able to play open age group cricket if they are U12 age group and are a minimum of 11 years old on the 1st September of the year proceeding the season. District and club players who are not in a county or area squad must wait until they reach the U13 age group, are in Year 8 and are 12 years old on the 1st September of the preceding year before being able to play open age cricket as long as they have written parental consent.
5. CONCUSSION FACT SHEET FOR UMPIRES A player, or official, being concussed during a cricket match, is a serious event. On the ECB website may be found guidance on this subject for both umpires and coaches, at all levels of the game. The Tolchards Devon Cricket League endorses this guidance which is reproduced, in full, on the following pages. ECB Clubmark accredited clubs are required to prominently display contact details for their GP surgery and local hospital. The League Management Committee feel this is good practice for all member clubs in the case of any medical emergency.
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89 CONCUSSION FACT SHEET FOR UMPIRES
WHAT IS A Concussion is a complex and potentially significant brain injury that must be taken seriously. Even a CONCUSSION? ‘ding’ or what seems to be a mild bump to the head can be serious. Failure in recognising this can have major immediate and long-term consequences.
WHAT SHOULD YOU If you suspect that a player may be showing the signs and symptoms of concussion, it is important that you DO IF YOU THINK seek medical advice/instruction. Therefore: YOUR PLAYER HAS — Upon recognising signs of concussion you should CONCUSSION? call the physio onto the field even if the player suggests they are ok. — If the player has a suspected concussion this can require 15 minutes to assess. If everyone is in agreement and they are the last batsman then time for an assessment may be permitted. It is not until the player has been removed from the field and cleared medically that they may return. Thus, if they are the last batsman, the innings will end. — If there is no medical support available and you have significant concerns you should discuss with the captain or coach as the player may not be fit to make a decision about their own injury.
Find information at: ecb.co.uk/concussion
90 CONCUSSION FACT SHEET FOR CONCUSSION SIGNS Adequate care must be taken in the assessment of a suspected concussion as symptoms may take AND SYMPTOMS time to present. If a player has experienced a bump or blow to the head, look for any of the following UMPIRES signs and symptoms of concussion: SYMPTOMS REPORTED BY PLAYER: — Headache — Nausea or vomiting WHAT IS A Concussion is a complex and potentially significant brain injury that must be taken seriously. Even a — Dizziness or blurred vision CONCUSSION? ‘ding’ or what seems to be a mild bump to the head can be serious. Failure in recognising this can have — Concentration or memory problems major immediate and long-term consequences. — Just not ‘feeling right’ WHAT SHOULD YOU If you suspect that a player may be showing the signs and symptoms of concussion, it is important that you DO IF YOU THINK seek medical advice/instruction. Therefore: SIGNS OBSERVED BY UMPIRES: YOUR PLAYER HAS — Upon recognising signs of concussion you should — Appears dazed or stunned CONCUSSION? call the physio onto the field even if the player suggests they are ok. — Moves clumsily — If the player has a suspected concussion this can require 15 minutes to assess. If everyone is in — Is unsure of match, opponent or result agreement and they are the last batsman then time for an assessment may be permitted. It is not until — Forgets an instruction the player has been removed from the field and cleared medically that they may return. Thus, if they are the last batsman, the innings will end. — Loses consciousness — If there is no medical support available and you — Answers questions slowly have significant concerns you should discuss with the captain or coach as the player may not be fit to — Can’t recall events after hit or fall make a decision about their own injury.
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Tolchards Devon Cricket League Playing Rules – 2020
Premier & A Divisions – 50/50 Overs 1. General a. All teams will be scheduled to play each other on a home and away basis determined by the Fixtures Secretary. All matches shall be of one innings of limited overs duration per team. b. Independent Umpires will be appointed by DACO. c. Each team shall supply one non-playing Scorer. Failure by any side to provide a Scorer for both innings shall result in 2 points being deducted from that side for the match concerned. d. Each team shall score the match live, on-line using a suitable scoring program, for example ‘Total Cricket Scorer’ or ‘ECB Play Cricket Scorer Pro’, with DLS available on each Scorer’s laptop. e. The provision of Wi-Fi by the home club for each of the Scorers is required. Failure of either Scorer or Club to meet these conditions shall result in 2 points being deducted from that side for the match concerned. If there is an operational failure of the technology, then the sanction will not be enforced. The Umpires will be responsible for reporting this offence on the Facilities Report.
2. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the MCC Laws of Cricket (amended as at 1st April 2019) except for matters specifically provided within the Playing Rules that follow: a. Wide Ball – Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation concerning this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket. b. A Wide shall be called if the ball passes on the leg-side of the batsman and leg stump wherever it first pitches. c. To assist the Umpires in calling Wides on the off-side, creases will now include 17” lines being marked in either blue or red at both ends of the pitch as a guide to the Umpires and players; see diagram
93 d. If the batsman plays, or attempts to play, a switch-hit or reverse sweep, he shall be deemed to bring the ball equally within his reach on the leg-side as on the off-side and b) will not apply. e. From the 2021 season the October 2017 MCC Law 5 (the Bat) will be introduced to the Premier Division where umpires will use a bat gauge and only bats which will fit through it will be allowed to be used in DCL matches.
3. Declarations MCC Laws of Cricket – Law 15 (Declarations & Forfeiture) will not apply. In other words, the Captain of the batting side may not declare the innings closed at any time during the match.
4. Fitness of Ground, Weather & Light If at any time the Umpires together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light or any other circumstances are dangerous or unreasonable, they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow play to start or to recommence: MCC Law 2.7 (Fitness for Play).
5. Normal Hours of Play Scheduled start time 12:30 – Scheduled close of play 19:30. If either side is not ready to take the ‘toss’ 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the match, the non-offending side can claim the ‘toss’. Furthermore, a side not ready to start at the scheduled start time shall lose one over of its innings for every 3½ minutes they are late.
94 6. Normal Duration of the Match Normal match duration will be 100 overs, with each team batting for a maximum of 50 overs. Both sides will have an innings of the same duration if the first innings is delayed or interrupted. a. The Umpires together will be the sole judges of the match duration. b. No match will be less than 40 overs duration. The side batting second shall have allocated, and complete unless they win or are all out, a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match.
7. The Scorers a. Duckworth/Lewis/Stern Methodology The DLS method shall be used in all matches of the DCL Premier and A Division. If any match is suspended after it has started such that the number of overs available to face by either side is reduced from that determined when the match started, the revised target shall be computed using the latest version of the DLS software as distributed by ICC in accordance with the instructions provided with that software and displayed on the screen. It is the responsibility of the Scorers to work together and agree on targets when using DLS in either innings of a game. Where possible, arrangements shall be made for the provision of back-up capability, in case of computer malfunction, for the operation or continued operation of DLS. In the event of computer malfunction at any time during the match where no such provision has been made, the standard edition shall be used. b. The side scoring the most runs will win the match. In interrupted matches, DLS will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. Should DLS not be available then the Run Rate procedure laid out below should be followed. c. At the start of the match, the Umpires will confirm that DLS will be used instead of Run Rate: • For DLS to be used instead of Run Rate, both Scorers are to be available with operational laptops, which have DLS installed. If these conditions are met, then DLS may be used in both innings for interrupted matches (See Example 1). • If only one Scorer has an operational laptop with DLS installed, and the Umpires and Scorers together agree BEFORE the ‘toss’, then DLS may be used as in a) above. If together they do not agree, then DLS may be used in the second innings; however, both Scorers must be available as together they are responsible for DLS decisions (See Example 2). • If both Scorers are present but have no operational laptops available, then Run Rate will be used. If technology fails, the fallback position is Run Rate. • Both Scorers are responsible for agreeing on targets via DLS together.
95 Example 1: Both Scorers available, each with an operational laptop with DLS installed: • Umpires and Scorers together agree that DLS can be used throughout the match. Umpires inform Captains • The first innings sets the target for the second innings • After 25 overs play is interrupted when the score is 100 for 2 • The Umpires agree that 5 overs per side are lost • Play resumes (now a 45/45 match) • When 40 overs have been completed play is again interrupted; the score is now 175 for 6 • The Umpires agree that a further 5 overs per side are lost, thus the first innings is completed • Therefore, the target for the side batting second is 207 in 40 overs • IMPORTANT – Scorers should note the required Run Rate in case both their laptops fail and inform the Umpires accordingly • To achieve the Run Rate, complete the following simple sum: RR = 207 – 1 = 206/40 = 5.15 runs per over. (Thus, if the RR is 5.15, the Target is 5.15 x 40 + 1 = 206 + 1 = 207) • Should the Scorers have to resort to Run Rate, they must inform the Umpires as soon as possible so that the Umpires can inform the players of the change. Example 2: Both Scorers available, but only one laptop is operational with DLS installed: • Umpires and Scorers agree that DLS can be used to set the run target for the second innings based on the outcome of the first innings • The first innings sets the scene for the second innings. In the first innings, the side batting first scores a total of 175 for 6 in 40 overs (No DLS involvement until this point) • DLS will provide a target of 209 in 40 overs • IMPORTANT – Scorers should note the required Run Rate, in case the remaining operational laptop fails, and inform the Umpires accordingly • Should the Scorers have to resort to RR, they must inform the Umpires as soon as possible so that the Umpires can inform the players of the change • To achieve the Run Rate, complete the following simple sum: RR = 209 – 1 = 208/40 = 5.20 runs per over. (Thus, if the RR is 5.20, the Target is 5.20 x 40 + 1 = 208 +1 = 209). d. When DLS is being used, throughout the second innings the following should be displayed: • The PAR score for the end of the over in progress • The target total
96 e. When the Run Rate is being used, the side scoring the most runs will win the match. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. Run Rate will be calculated to 2 decimal points and the target result either rounded up to the next whole number or, if the target result is a whole number, 1 should be added to achieve the target result in total.
8. Points a. For the side scoring the most runs – 10 points. b. Batting Points: 50 runs – 1 point, 100 runs – 2 points, 150 runs – 3 points, 200 runs – 4 points, 250 runs – 5 points. c. Bowling Points: 2 wkts – 1 point, 4 wkts – 2 points, 6 wkts – 3 points, 8 wkts – 4 points, 10 wkts – 5 points. d. Side batting second and winning: for every two wickets in hand, provided the total of batting points awarded does not exceed 5 – 1 point. e. Cancelled Match (no play at all): each team will receive 6 points. f. Abandoned Match (play commenced): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued during the match. g. No Result Match (when no result can be achieved by DLS or by Run Rate or the scores are level): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued in the match. This will be defined as a Tied game as in Rule 21f.
9. Delays or Interruptions to Play a. First Innings. If during the first innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 7 minutes or more, two overs shall be deducted from the match total for every completed 7 minutes delay, eg Umpires decide 28 minutes delay due to weather (7 x 4 = 28), thus 8 overs are deducted from the match total (100 – 8 = 92), and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations and on Power Play. b. The first innings will define the number of overs the side batting second will have at the start of their innings. c. Second Innings. If during the second innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 3½ minutes or more, one over shall be deducted from the second innings total for every 3½ minutes delay. However, a minimum of 20 overs must be allocated in order for a match to be constituted, eg second innings starts with a planned duration of 40 overs but is interrupted for 28 minutes (3½ x 8 = 28) thus 8 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 8 = 32) and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations and on Power Plays. However, if in this example play is interrupted for 77 minutes (3½ x 22 = 77) thus 22 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 22 = 18) and therefore a match cannot be constituted. d. No match shall commence after 16:00 or second innings start after 18:00.
97 10. Intervals a. Tea interval – duration 30 minutes, normally taken between innings (about 15:45-16:15). b. Should the first innings conclude before 15:00, there shall be an interval of ten minutes between innings and tea shall then be taken at 16:00 or after 15 overs of play, whichever is the later. c. Drinks interval – will normally be after 25 overs have been bowled or after 17 and 34 overs, as agreed between the Captains and Umpires before the commencement of the match and/or innings.
11. Allowable Time a. In circumstances which cause loss of playing time and which are beyond the control of the fielding side, any one event which delays play by more than 4 minutes shall be noted by the Umpires and the total time lost through that event shall be excluded from the actual playing time. b. Umpires are responsible for noting the start time and end time of each innings, allowable time in each innings and the number of completed overs played in each innings and these facts are confirmed with the Scorers at the end of each innings. c. In addition, an innings of 50 overs is expected to be completed within a period of 195 minutes: this is based upon two 5 minute drinks intervals (MCC Law 11.8.1) and an extra 10 minutes for field placements and bowler selection during Power Plays. d. All teams are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last of their 50 overs within 195 minutes. e. In the event of either team failing to comply with d) the full quota of overs will be completed with the batting side being credited with 6 penalty runs for every whole over that has not been bowled. This will apply in both innings. f. If the side batting second is credited with penalty runs in this way and this consequently takes their score past the team batting first, then the match shall be deemed to be won by the team batting second. g. The table below shows the expected duration of various lengths of innings:
Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 50 175 10 10 195 49 172 10 10 192 48 168 10 10 188 47 165 10 10 185 46 161 10 10 181
98 Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 45 158 10 10 178 44 154 10 10 174 43 151 10 10 171 42 147 10 10 167 41 144 10 10 164 40 140 10 10 160 39 137 10 9 156 38 133 10 9 152 37 130 10 9 149 36 126 10 9 145 35 123 10 9 142 34 119 10 9 138 33 116 10 9 135 32 112 10 9 131 31 109 10 9 128 30 105 10 9 124 29 102 10 8 120 28 98 10 8 116 27 95 10 8 113 26 91 10 8 109 25 88 10 8 106 24 84 10 8 102 23 81 10 8 99 22 77 10 8 95 21 74 10 8 92 20 70 10 8 88 As a match must comprise a minimum of 20 overs per side the table stops here
99 12. Over Rates Fielding sides should aim to achieve an over rate of 17 overs per hour or more. An innings of 50 overs must be completed within 195 minutes – this time period includes drinks intervals, a reasonable allowance for Power Plays and field placements, but does not include any loss of playing time beyond the control of the fielding side. Umpires should note all allowable time, ie what is permitted from the table above, plus any additional allowable time.
13. Run Rate Method a. ‘Run Rate’, if required, will be used to provide the target to be achieved by the side batting second in reduced matches. On completion of the first innings, the Run Rate achieved is to be calculated and conveyed to both Captains. Run Rate is to be calculated to 2 decimal places. b. At the start of the second innings, the batting side will know the Run Rate and therefore the target to be achieved (Run Rate x overs to be bowled (answer rounded up or, if answer a whole number, + 1) = Target Score). c. Run Rate is always calculated on the assumption that the side batting first batted for their full allocation of overs, unless the overs allocated have been reduced in an interrupted first innings. d. If no result can be achieved by Run Rate, then the match will be “No Result” and 6 points will be awarded to each team, plus any bonus points accrued in the match.
Example 1: Side batting first scores 210 in 50 overs. Run Rate is thus 210/50 = 4.2 runs per over. Therefore, the side batting second need to score either 211 or, if overs are reduced to say 40, they will need 40 x 4.2 = 168 + 1 = 169 to win. If the side batting second only has 20 overs, then they must score 20 x 4.2 = 84 + 1 = 85 to win.
Example 2: Side batting first scores 275 in 50 overs. Run Rate is thus 275/50 = 5.5 runs per over. The side batting second suffers three interruptions during their planned 50 over innings as follows: Play stops after 10 overs, score 40 for 0 wickets with 40 overs still to play. Play recommences after a break equivalent to 3 overs, reducing the number of overs still to play to 37. At this stage, the side batting second knows that their target is 259 to win: 47 overs x 5.5 = 258.5 rounded up = 259 or 258 + 1 = 259 to win. The play is again interrupted after a further 6 overs, score 80 for 1 and a further 14 overs are lost. When play recommences, the side batting second know that they have batted for 16 overs and have 17 to come, thus they need a total of 33 x 5.5 = 181.5 rounded up = 182 or 181 + 1 = 182 to win. Finally, their innings is interrupted a third and final time and eventually the game is called off with their score at 145 for 6 wickets after having 30 overs and 3 balls bowled to them. The side batting second therefore needed to have scored in their 30 overs and 3 balls = 183 balls: 183 x 5.5/6 to convert first
100 innings Run Rate per over to per ball = 167.75 round up = 168 or 167 + 1 = 168. They have not and lose the match on Run Rate.
14. Fielding Circles Two semi-circles centered on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch. The fielding circle should be marked by painted white dots at 5-yard intervals, each dot to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (not metal) disc measuring 7 inches in diameter; this area is known as the fielding restriction area.
15. Fielding Restrictions and Power Plays a. At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fielders on the leg-side. b. In addition, further fielding restrictions shall apply to certain overs in each innings. The nature of such fielding restrictions and the overs during which they apply (hereinafter referred to as the “Power Play” overs) are set out below. c. At the instant of delivery: • Power Play 1 – no more than 2 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs 1 to 10 overs inclusive. • Power Play 2 – no more than 4 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs 11 to 40 overs inclusive. • Power Play 3 – no more than 5 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs 41 to 50 overs inclusive. d. In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of overs within each phase of the innings shall be reduced in accordance with the following table. For the sake of clarity, it should be noted that the table shall apply to both the first and second innings of the match. e. When the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of Power Play overs shall be reduced in accordance with the table set out below:
Innings 1st Power-Play 2nd Power-Play 3rd Power-Play Duration 20 4 12 4 21 4 13 4 22 5 13 4
101 Innings 1st Power-Play 2nd Power-Play 3rd Power-Play Duration 23 5 14 4 24 5 14 5 25 5 15 5 26 5 16 5 27 6 16 5 28 6 17 5 29 6 17 6 30 6 18 6 31 6 19 6 32 7 19 6 33 7 20 6 34 7 20 7 35 7 21 7 36 7 22 7 37 8 22 7 38 8 23 7 39 8 23 8 40 8 24 8 41 8 25 8 42 9 25 8 43 9 26 8 44 9 26 9 45 9 27 9 46 9 28 9 47 10 28 9 48 10 29 9 49 10 29 10
102 f. At the commencement of the 2nd and 3rd Power Plays the Umpire shall signal to the Scorer by rotating his arm in a large circle. g. In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the Square Leg Umpire shall call and signal No Ball.
16. Bowlers and Fielders a. A minimum of 5 bowlers will be required. No bowler may bowl more than 10 overs in a 50 over innings. b. Where circumstances reduce the overall number of overs in the match, no bowler may bowl more than 20% of the revised allocated overs (unless this has already been exceeded before the interruption). Where the total number of overs is not divisible by five, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance.
Example: In a match reduced to 47 overs, three bowlers bowl 9 overs and two bowlers bowl 10 overs.
c. In the event of a bowler breaking down mid-over then that over may be completed by another player, but the parts thereof of the over will count as whole overs against the original bowler and his replacement. d. The following table shows the allocation of overs per bowler for all DCL matches:
Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs
50 5 x 10 overs 34 4 x 7 and 1 x 6
49 4 x 10 and 1 x 9 33 3 x 7 and 2 x 6
48 3 x 10 and 2 x 9 32 2 x 7 and 3 x 6
47 2 x 10 and 3 x 9 31 1 x 7 and 4 x 6
46 1 x 10 and 4 x 9 30 5 x 6 overs
45 5 x 9 overs 29 4 x 6 and 1 x 5
44 4 x 9 and 1 x 8 28 3 x 6 and 2 x 5
43 3 x 9 and 2 x 8 27 2 x 6 and 3 x 5
42 2 x 9 and 3 x 8 26 1 x 6 and 4 x 5
41 1 x 9 and 4 x 8 25 5 x 5 overs
40 5 x 8 overs 24 4 x 5 and 1 x 4
103 39 4 x 8 and 1 x 7 23 3 x 5 and 2 x 4
38 3 x 8 and 2 x 7 22 2 x 5 and 3 x 4
37 2 x 8 and 3 x 7 21 1 x 5 and 4 x 4
36 1 x 8 and 4 x 7 20 5 x 4 overs
35 5 x 7 overs
17. No Balls a. The penalty for a No Ball shall become 2 runs. b. A fast short pitched delivery passing over a striker’s head height standing upright at the popping crease shall be called a No Ball, but without a Free Hit penalty. c. The next delivery following a No Ball shall be a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery of a Free Hit ball is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or a Wide Ball) the next delivery will become a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. For any Free Hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No ball, even if the delivery for the Free Hit is called Wide. d. Field changes are not permitted for Free Hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach, in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker. e. The Umpire will signal a Free Hit, after the normal No Ball signal, by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.
18. Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls a. Subject to MCC Laws of Cricket 41.6–41.6.5, all of which will be enforced by the umpires, a bowler shall be limited to two fast short pitched deliveries in an over. • A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball which passes, or would have passed, above the shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. This rule shall apply even if the striker may have made contact with the ball with his person or equipment. • The Umpire at the bowler’s end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each fast short pitch delivery has been bowled. b. Should the bowler deliver a fast short pitched ball which does, or would have, passed above the striker’s head height if he/she was standing upright at the popping crease, then this would be called a No Ball, without the penalty of a Free Hit.
104 19. Match Balls a. Each side shall provide one new match ball, both balls to be lodged with the Umpires before the commencement of the match. b. The ball used first in the match shall be deemed to be that supplied by the home team. c. The side fielding second MUST use the second new ball. d. The ball used must be “Tiflex Windsor”. Any new ball must bear the DCL logo. e. A minimum of four spare balls (Tiflex Windsor) in suitable condition shall be handed to the Umpires prior to the commencement of the match.
20. Result a. A result can only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs unless the team batting second has scored more runs than its opponents. b. If, due to conditions, play has been suspended and the number of overs re-calculated, minimum 20 overs, then a revised target score should be set for the number of overs the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. The revised target is calculated by the DLS method. A par score will be set for the second innings and, as long as this is exceeded, the team batting second is the winner; if it is equal then it is a Tied game. c. If a match is abandoned before it has been played to a conclusion and the team batting second has received a minimum of 20 overs, the result should be decided via the DLS method as determined and agreed by the Captains, Scorers and Umpires. d. If, after the restart of play, it is discovered that the wrong DLS target has been set, the faulty target shall stand. e. If the score of the team batting second surpasses the Target Score at any time prior to the conclusion of its innings, then the match shall be won by the team batting second but, if bowled out earlier, the match shall be won by the team batting first. f. A match shall be Tied if the scores are equal at the end or the side batting second finishes its innings 1 short of the Target Score as set by DLS. g. Once a match has been completed and the result confirmed by the Umpires with the Scorers, under the MCC Law 16.10 the result cannot be changed.
105 Playing Rules – 2020
B Division – 45/45 Overs 1. General a. All teams will be scheduled to play each other on a home and away basis determined by the Fixtures Secretary. All matches shall be of one innings of limited overs duration per team. b. Independent Umpires will be appointed by DACO. c. Each team shall supply one non-playing Scorer. Failure by any side to provide a Scorer for both innings shall result in 2 points being deducted from that side for the match concerned.
2. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the MCC Laws of Cricket (amended as at 1st April 2019) except for matters specifically provided within the Playing Rules that follow: a. Wide Ball – Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation concerning this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket. b. A Wide shall be called if the ball passes on the leg-side of the batsman and leg stump wherever it first pitches. c. To assist the Umpires in calling Wides on the off-side, creases will now include 17” lines being marked in either blue or red at both ends of the pitch as a guide to the Umpires and players; see diagram
106 d. If the batsman plays, or attempts to play, a switch-hit or reverse sweep, he shall be deemed to bring the ball equally within his reach on the leg-side as on the off-side and b) will not apply.
3. Declarations MCC Laws of Cricket – Law 15 (Declarations & Forfeiture) will not apply. In other words, the Captain of the batting side may not declare the innings closed at any time during the match.
4. Fitness of Ground, Weather & Light If at any time the Umpires together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light or any other circumstances are dangerous or unreasonable, they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow play to start or to recommence: MCC Law 2.7 (Fitness for Play).
5. Normal Hours of Play Scheduled start time 12:30 – Scheduled close of play 18:56. If either side is not ready to take the ‘toss’ 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the match, the non-offending side can claim the ‘toss’. Furthermore, a side not ready to start at the scheduled start time shall lose one over of its innings for every 3½ minutes they are late.
6. Normal Duration of the Match Normal match duration will be 90 overs, with each team batting for a maximum of 45 overs. Both sides will have an innings of the same duration if the first innings is delayed or interrupted. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. a. The Umpires together will be the sole judges of the match duration. b. No match will be less than 40 overs duration. The side batting second shall have allocated, and complete unless they win or are all out, a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match.
7. The Scorers a. The side scoring the most runs will win the match. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. b. Run Rate will be calculated to 2 decimal points and the target result either rounded up to the next whole number or if the target result is a whole number, 1 should be added to achieve the target result in total.
8. Points a. For the side scoring the most runs – 10 points.
107 b. Batting Points: 40 runs – 1 point, 80 runs – 2 points, 120 runs – 3 points, 160 runs – 4 points, 200 runs – 5 points. c. Bowling Points: 2 wkts – 1 point, 4 wkts – 2 points, 6 wkts – 3 points, 8 wkts – 4 points, 10 wkts – 5 points. d. Side batting second and winning: for every two wickets in hand, provided the total of batting points awarded does not exceed 5 - 1 point. e. Cancelled Match (no play at all): each team will receive 6 points. f. Abandoned Match (play commenced): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued during the match. g. No Result Match (when no result can be achieved by Run Rate or the scores are level): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued in the match. This will be defined as a Tied game as in Rule 21f.
9. Delays or Interruptions to Play a. First Innings. If during the first innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 7 minutes or more, two overs shall be deducted from the match total for every completed 7 minutes delay, eg Umpires decide 28 minutes delay due to weather (7 x 4 = 28), thus 8 overs are deducted from the match total (90 – 8 = 82), and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations and on Power Plays. b. The first innings will define the number of overs the side batting second will have at the start of their innings. c. Second Innings. If during the second innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 3½ minutes or more, one over shall be deducted from the second innings total for every 3½ minutes delay. However, a minimum of 20 overs must be allocated in order for a match to be constituted, eg second innings starts with a planned duration of 40 overs but is interrupted for 28 minutes (3½ x 8 = 28) thus 8 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 8 = 32) and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations and on Power Plays. However, if in this example play is interrupted for 77 minutes (3½ x 22 = 77) thus 22 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 22 = 18) and therefore a match cannot be constituted. d. No match shall commence after 16:00 or second innings start after 18:00.
10. Intervals a. Tea interval – duration 30 minutes, normally taken between innings (about 15.30-16.00). b. Should the first innings conclude before 14:30, there shall be an interval of ten minutes between innings and tea shall then be taken at 15:30 or after 15 overs of play, whichever is the later. c. Drinks interval – will normally be after 23 overs have been bowled or after 15 and 30 overs, as agreed between the Captains and Umpires before the commencement of the match and/or innings.
108 11. Allowable Time a. In circumstances which cause loss of playing time and which are beyond the control of the fielding side, any one event which delays play by more than 4 minutes shall be noted by the Umpires and the total time lost through that event shall be excluded from the actual playing time. b. Umpires are responsible for noting the start time and end time of each innings, allowable time in each innings and the number of completed overs played in each innings and these facts are confirmed with the Scorers at the end of each innings. c. In addition, an innings of 45 overs is expected to be completed within a period of 178 minutes: this is based upon one or two 5 minute drinks intervals (MCC Law 11.8.1) and an extra 10 minutes for field placements and bowler selection during Power Plays. d. All teams are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last over within 178 minutes. e. In the event of either team failing to do so, the full quota of overs will be bowled and the batting side will be credited with 6 penalty runs for every whole over that has not been bowled. This will apply in both innings. f. Should the side batting second be credited with penalty runs in this way and this consequently takes their score past the team batting first, then the match shall be deemed to be won by the team batting second. g. The table below shows the expected duration of various lengths of innings:
Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 50 175 10 10 195 49 172 10 10 192 48 168 10 10 188 47 165 10 10 185 46 161 10 10 181 45 158 10 10 178 44 154 10 10 174 43 151 10 10 171 42 147 10 10 167 41 144 10 10 164
109 Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 40 140 10 10 160 39 137 10 9 156 38 133 10 9 152 37 130 10 9 149 36 126 10 9 145 35 123 10 9 142 34 119 10 9 138 33 116 10 9 135 32 112 10 9 131 31 109 10 9 128 30 105 10 9 124 29 102 10 8 120 28 98 10 8 116 27 95 10 8 113 26 91 10 8 109 25 88 10 8 106 24 84 10 8 102 23 81 10 8 99 22 77 10 8 95 21 74 10 8 92 20 70 10 8 88
As a match must comprise a minimum of 20 overs per side the table stops here
12. Over Rates Fielding sides should aim to achieve an over rate of 17 overs per hour or more. An innings of 45 overs must be completed within 178 minutes – this time period includes drinks intervals, a reasonable allowance for Power Plays and field placements, but does not include any loss of playing time beyond the
110 control of the fielding side. Umpires should note all allowable time, ie what is permitted from the table above, plus any additional allowable time.
13. Run Rate Method a. ‘Run Rate’ will be used to provide the target to be achieved by the side batting second in reduced matches. On completion of the first innings, the Run Rate achieved is to be calculated and conveyed to both Captains. Run Rate is to be calculated to 2 decimal places. b. At the start of the second innings, the batting side will know the Run Rate and therefore the target to be achieved (Run Rate x overs to be bowled (answer rounded up or, if answer a whole number, + 1) = Target Score). c. Run Rate is always calculated on the assumption that the side batting first batted for their full allocation of overs, unless the overs allocated have been reduced in an interrupted first innings. d. If no result can be achieved by Run Rate, then the match will be “No Result” and 6 points will be awarded to each team, plus any bonus points accrued in the match.
Example 1: Side batting first scores 189 in 45 overs. Run Rate is thus 189/45 = 4.2 runs per over. Therefore, the side batting second need to score either 190 or, if overs are reduced to say 40, they will need 40 x 4.2 = 168 + 1 = 169 to win. If the side batting second only has 20 overs, then they must score 20 x 4.2 = 84 + 1 = 85 to win. Example 2: Side batting first scores 252 in 45 overs. Run Rate is thus 252/45 = 5.6 runs per over. The side batting second suffers three interruptions during their planned 45 over innings as follows: Play stops after 10 overs, score 40 for 0 wickets with 35 overs still to play. Play recommences after a break equivalent to 3 overs, reducing the number of overs still to play to 32. At this stage, the side batting second know that their target is 236 to win: 42 overs x 5.6 = 235.2 rounded up = 236 or 235 + 1 = 236 to win. The play is again interrupted after a further 6 overs, score 80 for 1 and a further 14 overs are lost. When play recommences, the side batting second know that they have batted for 16 overs and have 12 to come, thus they need a total of 28 x 5.6 = 156.8 rounded up = 157 or 156 + 1 = 157 to win. Finally, their innings is interrupted a third and final time and eventually the game is called off with their score at 145 for 6 wickets after having 27 overs and 3 balls bowled to them. The side batting second therefore needed to have scored in their 27 overs and 3 balls = 165 balls: 165 x 5.6/6 to convert first innings Run Rate per over to per ball = 154 = 154 + 1 = 155. They have not and lose the match on Run Rate.
111 14. Fielding Circles Two semi-circles centered on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch. The fielding circle should be marked by painted white dots at 5-yard intervals, each dot to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (not metal) disc measuring 7 inches in diameter; this area is known as the fielding restriction area.
15. Fielding Restrictions and Power Plays a. At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fielders on the leg-side. b. In addition, further fielding restrictions shall apply to certain overs in each innings. The nature of such fielding restrictions and the overs during which they apply (hereinafter referred to as the “Power Play” overs) are set out below. c. At the instant of delivery: • Power Play 1 – no more than 2 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 45 overs 1 to 9 overs inclusive. • Power Play 2 – no more than 4 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 45 overs 10 to 36 overs inclusive. • Power Play 3 – no more than 5 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area. In an innings of 45 overs 37 to 45 overs inclusive. d. In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of overs within each phase of the innings shall be reduced in accordance with the following table. For the sake of clarity, it should be noted that the table shall apply to both the first and second innings of the match. e. When the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of Power Play overs shall be reduced in accordance with the table set out below:
Innings Duration 1st Power-Play 2nd Power-Play 3rd Power-Play 20 4 12 4 21 4 13 4 22 5 13 4 23 5 14 4 24 5 14 5
112 Innings Duration 1st Power-Play 2nd Power-Play 3rd Power-Play 25 5 15 5 26 5 16 5 27 6 16 5 28 6 17 5 29 6 17 6 30 6 18 6 31 6 19 6 32 7 19 6 33 7 20 6 34 7 20 7 35 7 21 7 36 7 22 7 37 8 22 7 38 8 23 7 39 8 23 8 40 8 24 8 41 8 25 8 42 9 25 8 43 9 26 8 44 9 26 9 45 9 27 9 46 9 28 9 47 10 28 9 48 10 29 9 49 10 29 10
113 f. At the commencement of the 2nd and 3rd Power Plays the Umpire shall signal to the Scorer by rotating his arm in a large circle. g. In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the Square Leg Umpire shall call and signal No Ball.
16. Bowlers and Fielders a. A minimum of 5 bowlers will be required. No bowler may bowl more than 9 overs in a 45 over innings. b. Where circumstances reduce the overall number of overs in the match, no bowler may bowl more than 20% of the revised allocated overs (unless this has already been exceeded before the interruption). Where the total number of overs is not divisible by five, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance.
Example: In a match reduced to 43 overs, three bowlers bowl 9 overs and two bowlers bowl 8 overs.
c. In the event of a bowler breaking down mid-over then that over may be completed by another player, but the parts thereof of the over will count as whole overs against the original bowler and his replacement. d. The following table shows the allocation of overs per bowler for all DCL matches:
Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs 50 5 x 10 overs 34 4 x 7 and 1 x 6 49 4 x 10 and 1 x 9 33 3 x 7 and 2 x 6 48 3 x 10 and 2 x 9 32 2 x 7 and 3 x 6 47 2 x 10 and 3 x 9 31 1 x 7 and 4 x 6 46 1 x 10 and 4 x 9 30 5 x 6 overs 45 5 x 9 overs 29 4 x 6 and 1 x 5 44 4 x 9 and 1 x 8 28 3 x 6 and 2 x 5 43 3 x 9 and 2 x 8 27 2 x 6 and 3 x 5 42 2 x 9 and 3 x 8 26 1 x 6 and 4 x 5 41 1 x 9 and 4 x 8 25 5 x 5 overs 40 5 x 8 overs 24 4 x 5 and 1 x 4
114 Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs 39 4 x 8 and 1 x 7 23 3 x 5 and 2 x 4 38 3 x 8 and 2 x 7 22 2 x 5 and 3 x 4 37 2 x 8 and 3 x 7 21 1 x 5 and 4 x 4 36 1 x 8 and 4 x 7 20 5 x 4 overs 35 5 x 7 overs
17. No Balls a. The penalty for a No Ball is 1 run. b. A fast short pitched delivery passing over a striker’s head height standing upright at the popping crease shall be called a No Ball, but without a Free Hit penalty. c. The next delivery following a No Ball shall be a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery of a Free Hit ball is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or a Wide Ball) the next delivery will become a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. For any Free Hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No ball, even if the delivery for the Free Hit is called Wide. d. Field changes are not permitted for Free Hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach, in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker. e. The Umpire will signal a Free Hit, after the normal No Ball signal, by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.
18. Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls a. Subject to MCC Laws of Cricket 41.6–41.6.5, all of which will be enforced by the umpires, a bowler shall be limited to two fast short pitched deliveries in an over. • A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball which passes, or would have passed, above the shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. This rule shall apply even if the striker may have made contact with the ball with his person or equipment. • The Umpire at the bowler’s end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each fast short pitch delivery has been bowled. b. Should the bowler deliver a fast short pitched ball which does, or would have, passed above the striker’s head height if he/she was standing upright at the popping crease, then this would be called a No Ball, without the penalty of a Free Hit. 115 19. Match Balls a. Each side shall provide one new match ball, both balls to be lodged with the Umpires before the commencement of the match. b. The ball used first in the match shall be deemed to be that supplied by the home team. c. The side fielding second MUST use the second new ball. d. The ball used must be “Tiflex Hampton”. Any new ball must bear the DCL logo. e. A minimum of four spare balls (Tiflex Hampton) in suitable condition shall be handed to the Umpires prior to the commencement of the match.
20. Result a. A result can only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs unless the team batting second has scored more runs than its opponents. b. If, due to conditions, play has been suspended and the number of overs re-calculated, minimum 20 overs, then a revised target score should be set for the number of overs the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. The revised target is calculated by Run Rate. A par score will be set for the second innings and, as long as this is exceeded, the team batting second is the winner; if it is equal then it is a Tied game. c. If a match is abandoned before it has been played to a conclusion and the team batting second has received a minimum of 20 overs, the result should be decided via the Run Rate method as determined and agreed by the Captains, Scorers and Umpires. d. If, after the restart of play, it is discovered that the wrong Run Rate target has been set, the faulty target shall stand. e. If the score of the team batting second surpasses the Target Score at any time prior to the conclusion of its innings, then the match shall be won by the team batting second but, if bowled out earlier, the match shall be won by the team batting first. f. A match shall be Tied if the scores are equal at the end or the side batting second finishes its innings 1 short of the Target Score as set by Run Rate g. Once a match has been completed and the result confirmed by the Umpires with the Scorers, under the MCC Law 16.10 the result cannot be changed.
116 Playing Rules – 2020
C, D & E Divisions – 45/45 Overs 1. General a. All teams will be scheduled to play each other on a home and away basis determined by the Fixtures Secretary. All matches shall be of one innings of limited overs duration per team. b. It is recommended that each team shall supply one non-playing Umpire and one non-playing Scorer.
2. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the MCC Laws of Cricket (amended 1st April 2019) except for matters specifically provided within the Playing Rules that follow:
Wide Ball – To assist the umpires in calling a wide on both the leg and off sides of the wicket, creases will now include 17” lines marked either blue or red at both ends of the pitch. As a guide see diagram below:
If the batsman plays, or attempts to play, a switch-hit or reverse sweep, he shall be deemed to bring the ball equally within his reach on the leg-side as on the off-side.
117 3. Declarations MCC Laws of Cricket – Law 15 (Declarations & Forfeiture) will not apply. In other words, the Captain of the batting side may not declare the innings closed at any time during the match.
4. Fitness of Ground, Weather & Light If at any time the Umpires and Captains together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light or any other circumstances are dangerous or unreasonable, they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow play to start or to recommence: MCC Law 2.7 (Fitness for Play).
5. Normal Hours of Play Scheduled start time 13:00 – Scheduled close of play 19:10. If either side is not ready to take the ‘toss’ 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the match, the non-offending side can claim the ‘toss’. Furthermore, a side not ready to start at the scheduled start time shall lose one over of its innings for every 3½ minutes they are late.
6. Normal Duration of the Match Normal match duration will be 90 overs, with each team batting for a maximum of 45 overs. Both sides will have an innings of the same duration if the first innings is delayed or interrupted. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. a. The Umpires and Captains together will be the sole judges of the match duration. b. No match will be less than 40 overs duration. The side batting second shall have allocated, and complete unless they win or are all out, a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match.
7. The Scorers a. The side scoring the most runs will win the match. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. b. Run Rate will be calculated to 2 decimal points and the target result either rounded up to the next whole number or if the target result is a whole number, 1 should be added to achieve the target result in total.
8. Points a. For the side scoring the most runs - 10 points. b. Batting Points: 40 runs – 1 point, 80 runs – 2 points, 120 runs – 3 points, 160 runs – 4 points, 200 runs – 5 points. c. Bowling Points: 2 wkts – 1 point, 4 wkts – 2 points, 6 wkts – 3 points, 8 wkts – 4 points, 10 wkts – 5 points.
118 d. Side batting second and winning: for every two wickets in hand, provided the total of batting points awarded does not exceed 5 – 1 point. e. The side batting second and winning, even if short-sided, will receive 1 point for every two wickets in hand as if they were batting with 11 players, provided the total batting points awarded does not exceed 5. f. Cancelled Match (no play at all): each team will receive 6 points. g. Abandoned Match (play commenced): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued during the match. h. No Result Match (when no result can be achieved by Run Rate or the scores are level): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued in the match. This will be defined as a Tied game as in Rule 20f.
9. Delays or Interruptions to Play a. First Innings. If during the first innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 7 minutes or more, two overs shall be deducted from the match total for every completed 7 minutes delay, e.g. Umpires decide 28 minutes delay due to weather (7 x 4 = 28), thus 8 overs are deducted from the match total (90 – 8 = 82), and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations. b. The first innings will define the number of overs the side batting second will have at the start of their innings. c. Second Innings. If during the second innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 3½ minutes or more, one over shall be deducted from the second innings total for every 3½ minutes delay. However, a minimum of 20 overs must be allocated in order for a match to be constituted, eg second innings starts with a planned duration of 40 overs but is interrupted for 28 minutes (3½ x 8 = 28) thus 8 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 8 = 32) and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations. However, if in this example play is interrupted for 77 minutes (3½ x 22 = 77) thus 22 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 22 = 18) and therefore a match cannot be constituted. d. No match shall commence after 16:00 or second innings start after 18:00.
10. Intervals a. Tea interval – duration 30 minutes, normally taken between innings (about 16:00-16:30). b. Should the first innings conclude before 15:00, there shall be an interval of ten minutes between innings and tea shall then be taken at 16:00 or after 15 overs of play, whichever is the later. c. Drinks interval – will normally be after 23 overs have been bowled or after 15 and 30 overs, as agreed between the Captains and Umpires before the commencement of the match and/or innings.
119 11. Allowable Time a. An innings of 45 overs is expected to be completed within a period of 168 minutes: this is based upon one or two 5 minute drinks intervals (MCC Law 11.8.1). b. All teams are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last over within 168 minutes (no allowance of field time). c. The table below shows the expected duration of various lengths of innings (deduct the allowance of field time):
Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total
50 175 10 10 195
49 172 10 10 192
48 168 10 10 188
47 165 10 10 185
46 161 10 10 181
45 158 10 10 178
44 154 10 10 174
43 151 10 10 171
42 147 10 10 167
41 144 10 10 164
40 140 10 10 160
39 137 10 9 156
38 133 10 9 152
37 130 10 9 149
36 126 10 9 145
35 123 10 9 142
34 119 10 9 138
120 Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total
33 116 10 9 135
32 112 10 9 131
31 109 10 9 128
30 105 10 9 124
29 102 10 8 120
28 98 10 8 116
27 95 10 8 113
26 91 10 8 109
25 88 10 8 106
24 84 10 8 102
23 81 10 8 99
22 77 10 8 95
21 74 10 8 92
20 70 10 8 88
As a match must comprise a minimum of 20 overs per side the table stops here
12. Over Rates Fielding sides should aim to achieve an over rate of 17 overs per hour or more ie an innings of 45 overs should be completed within 168 minutes.
13. Run Rate Method a. ‘Run Rate’ will be used to provide the target to be achieved by the side batting second in reduced matches. On completion of the first innings, the Run Rate achieved is to be calculated and agreed between the Umpires and Scorers, and conveyed to both Captains. Run Rate is to be calculated to 2 decimal places. b. At the start of the second innings, the batting side will know the Run Rate and therefore the target to be achieved (Run Rate x overs to be bowled (answer rounded up or, if answer a whole number, + 1) = Target Score).
121 c. Run Rate is always calculated on the assumption that the side batting first batted for their full allocation of overs, unless the overs allocated have been reduced in an interrupted first innings. d. If no result can be achieved by Run Rate, then the match will be “No Result” and 6 points will be awarded to each team, plus any bonus points accrued in the match.
Example 1: Side batting first scores 189 in 45 overs. Run Rate is thus 189/45 = 4.2 runs per over. Therefore, the side batting second need to score either 190 or, if overs are reduced to say 40, they will need 40 x 4.2 = 168 + 1 = 169 to win. If the side batting second only has 20 overs, then they must score 20 x 4.2 = 84 + 1 = 85 to win. Example 2: Side batting first scores 252 in 45 overs. Run Rate is thus 252/45 = 5.6 runs per over. The side batting second suffers three interruptions during their planned 45 over innings as follows: Play stops after 10 overs, score 40 for 0 wickets with 35 overs still to play. Play recommences after a break equivalent to 3 overs, reducing the number of overs still to play to 32. At this stage, the side batting second know that their target is 236 to win: 42 overs x 5.6 = 235.2 rounded up = 236 or 235 + 1 = 236 to win. The play is again interrupted after a further 6 overs, score 80 for 1 and a further 14 overs are lost. When play recommences, the side batting second know that they have batted for 16 overs and have 12 to come, thus they need a total of 28 x 5.6 = 156.8 rounded up = 157 or 156 + 1 = 157 to win. Finally, their innings is interrupted a third and final time and eventually the game is called off with their score at 145 for 6 wickets after having 27 overs and 3 balls bowled to them. The side batting second therefore needed to have scored in their 27 overs and 3 balls = 165 balls: 165 x 5.6/6 to convert first innings Run Rate per over to per ball = 154 = 154 + 1 = 155. They have not and lose the match on Run Rate.
14. Fielding Circles Two semi-circles centered on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch. The fielding circle should be marked by painted white dots at 5-yard intervals, each dot to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (not metal) disc measuring 7 inches in diameter; this area is known as the fielding restriction area.
15. Fielding Restrictions a. At the instant of delivery, there may not be more than 5 fielders on the leg-side. b. At the instant of delivery no more than 5 fielders shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area (30 yard circle throughout the whole innings).
122 c. In the event of an infringement of any of the above fielding restrictions, the Square Leg Umpire shall call and signal No Ball.
16. Bowlers and Fielders a. A minimum of 5 bowlers will be required. No bowler may bowl more than 9 overs in a 45 over innings. b. Where circumstances reduce the overall number of overs in the match, no bowler may bowl more than 20% of the revised allocated overs (unless this has already been exceeded before the interruption). Where the total number of overs is not divisible by five, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance.
Example: In a match reduced to 43 overs, three bowlers bowl 9 overs and two bowlers bowl 8 overs. c. In the event of a bowler breaking down mid-over then that over may be completed by another player, but the parts thereof of the over will count as whole overs against the original bowler and his replacement. d. The following table shows the allocation of overs per bowler for all DCL matches:
Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs
50 5 x 10 overs 34 4 x 7 and 1 x 6
49 4 x 10 and 1 x 9 33 3 x 7 and 2 x 6
48 3 x 10 and 2 x 9 32 2 x 7 and 3 x 6
47 2 x 10 and 3 x 9 31 1 x 7 and 4 x 6
46 1 x 10 and 4 x 9 30 5 x 6 overs
45 5 x 9 overs 29 4 x 6 and 1 x 5
44 4 x 9 and 1 x 8 28 3 x 6 and 2 x 5
43 3 x 9 and 2 x 8 27 2 x 6 and 3 x 5
42 2 x 9 and 3 x 8 26 1 x 6 and 4 x 5
41 1 x 9 and 4 x 8 25 5 x 5 overs
40 5 x 8 overs 24 4 x 5 and 1 x 4
39 4 x 8 and 1 x 7 23 3 x 5 and 2 x 4
123 Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs
38 3 x 8 and 2 x 7 22 2 x 5 and 3 x 4
37 2 x 8 and 3 x 7 21 1 x 5 and 4 x 4
36 1 x 8 and 4 x 7 20 5 x 4 overs
35 5 x 7 overs
17. No Balls a. The penalty for a No Ball is 1 run. b. A fast short pitched delivery passing over a striker’s head height standing upright at the popping crease shall be called a No Ball, but without a Free Hit penalty. c. The next delivery following a No Ball shall be a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. If the delivery of a Free Hit ball is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or a Wide Ball) the next delivery will become a Free Hit for whichever batsman is facing it. For any Free Hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball, even if the delivery for the Free Hit is called Wide. d. Field changes are not permitted for Free Hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach, in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker. e. The Umpire will signal a Free Hit, after the normal No Ball signal, by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.
18. Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls MCC Law 41.6.1 shall be replaced by the following: a. A bowler shall be limited to one fast short pitched delivery per over. • A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball which passes, or would have passed, above the shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. This rule shall apply even if the striker may have made contact with the ball with his person or equipment. • The Umpire at the bowler’s end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each fast short pitch delivery has been bowled. b. Should the bowler deliver a fast short pitched ball which does, or would have, passed above the striker’s head height if he/she was standing upright at the popping crease, then this would be called a No Ball without the penalty of a Free Hit.
124 • In the event of the bowler bowling, more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire at the bowler’s end shall call and signal No Ball on each occasion. A different signal shall be used by the Umpire, who calls and signals No ball and also taps the top of his head with his other hand. • The Umpire, in accordance with MCC Law 41.6.3, shall caution the bowler and issue a first and final warning. Then inform his colleague, the Captain of the fielding team and the batsman at the wicket what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. • Should there be another instance of the bowler being No Balled in the innings for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire will direct the fielding Captain to remove the bowler from bowling forthwith. If this is during an over another player will need to complete the over. • The suspended bowler will not be allowed to bowl again during the innings. The Umpires will inform the batsman at the wicket and the batting Captain when possible. • At the end of the match, the Umpires will report the matter to the Club Executive and the Governing body of the League who shall take what actions as is considered appropriate against the Captain and the bowler concerned.
19. Match Balls a. Each side shall provide one new match ball, both balls to be lodged with the Umpires before the commencement of the match. b. The ball used first in the match shall be deemed to be that supplied by the home team. c. The side fielding second MUST use the second new ball. d. The ball used must be “Tiflex Hampton”. Any new ball must bear the DCL logo. e. A minimum of four spare balls (Tiflex Hampton) in suitable condition shall be handed to the Umpires prior to the commencement of the match.
20. Result a. A result can only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs unless the team batting second has scored more runs than its opponents. b. If, due to conditions, play has been suspended and the number of overs re-calculated, minimum 20 overs, then a revised target score should be set for the number of overs the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. The revised target is calculated by Run Rate. A par score will be set for the second innings and, as long as this is exceeded, the team batting second are the winners; if it is equal then it is a Tied game. c. If a match is Abandoned before it has been played to a conclusion
125 and the team batting second has received a minimum of 20 overs, the result should be decided via the Run Rate as determined and agreed by the Captains, Scorers and Umpires. d. If, after the restart of play, it is discovered that the wrong Run Rate target has been set, the faulty target shall stand. e. If the score of the team batting second surpasses the Target Score at any time prior to the conclusion of its innings, then the match shall be won by the team batting second but, if bowled out earlier, the match shall be won by the team batting first. f. A match shall be Tied if the scores are equal at the end or the side batting second finishes its innings 1 short of the Target Score as set the Run Rate method. g. Once a match has been completed and the result confirmed by the Umpires with the Scorers, under the MCC Law 16.10 the result cannot be changed.
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F Divisions & Below – 40/40 Overs 1. General a. All teams will be scheduled to play each other on a home and away basis determined by the Fixtures Secretary. All matches shall be of one innings of limited overs duration per team. b. It is recommended that each team shall supply one non-playing Umpire and one non-playing Scorer.
2. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the MCC Laws of Cricket (amended as a 1st April 2019) except for matters specifically provided within the Playing Rules that follow:
Wide Ball – To assist the umpires in calling a wide on both the leg and off sides of the wicket, creases will now include 17” lines marked in either blue or red at both ends of the pitch. As a guide see diagram below:
If the batsman plays, or attempts to play, a switch-hit or reverse sweep, he shall be deemed to bring the ball equally within his reach on the leg-side as on the off-side and b) will not apply.
127 3. Declarations MCC Laws of Cricket – Law 15 (Declarations & Forfeiture) will not apply. In other words, the Captain of the batting side may not declare the innings closed at any time during the match.
4. Fitness of Ground, Weather & Light If at any time the Umpires and Captains together agree that the conditions of ground, weather or light or any other circumstances are dangerous or unreasonable, they shall immediately suspend play, or not allow play to start or to recommence: MCC Law 2.7 (Fitness for Play).
5. Normal Hours of Play Scheduled start time 13:00 – Scheduled close of play 18:30. If either side is not ready to take the ‘toss’ 15 minutes before the scheduled start time of the match, the non-offending side can claim the ‘toss’. Furthermore, a side not ready to start at the scheduled start time shall lose one over of its innings for every 3½ minutes they are late.
6. Normal Duration of the Match Normal match duration will be 80 overs, with each team batting for a maximum of 40 overs. Both sides will have an innings of the same duration if the first innings is delayed or interrupted. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. a. The Umpires and Captains together will be the sole judges of the match duration. b. No match will be less than 40 overs duration. The side batting second shall have allocated, and complete unless they win or are all out, a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match.
7. The Scorers a. The side scoring the most runs will win the match. In interrupted matches, Run Rate will be used to provide a run target for the side batting second. b. Run Rate will be calculated to 2 decimal points and the target result either rounded up to the next whole number or if the target result is a whole number, 1 should be added to achieve the target result in total.
8. Points a. For the side scoring the most runs – 10 points. b. Batting Points: 40 runs – 1 point, 80 runs – 2 points, 120 runs – 3 points, 160 runs – 4 points, 200 runs – 5 points. c. Bowling Points: 2 wkts – 1 point, 4 wkts – 2 points, 6 wkts – 3 points, 8 wkts – 4 points, 10 wkts – 5 points.
128 d. Side batting second and winning: for every two wickets in hand, provided the total of batting points awarded does not exceed 5 – 1 point. e. The side batting second and winning, even if short-sided, will receive 1 point for every two wickets in hand as if they were batting with 11 players, provided the total batting points awarded does not exceed 5. f. Cancelled Match (no play at all): each team will receive 6 points. g. Abandoned Match (play commenced): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued during the match. h. No Result Match (when no result can be achieved by Run Rate or the scores are level): each team will receive 6 points plus any bonus points accrued in the match. This will be defined as a Tied game as in Rule 18f.
9. Delays or Interruptions to Play a. First Innings. If during the first innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 7 minutes or more, two overs shall be deducted from the match total for every completed 7 minutes delay, e.g. Umpires decide 28 minutes delay due to weather (7 x 4 = 28), thus 8 overs are deducted from the match total (80 – 8 = 72), and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations. b. The first innings will define the number of overs the side batting second will have at the start of their innings. c. Second Innings. If during the second innings circumstances delay or interrupt play to the extent of 3½ minutes or more, one over shall be deducted from the second innings total for every 3½ minutes delay. However, a minimum of 20 overs must be allocated in order for a match to be constituted, e.g. second innings starts with a planned duration of 40 overs but is interrupted for 28 minutes (3½ x 8 = 28) thus 8 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 8 = 32) and this reduction will impact on bowling limitations. However, if in this example play is interrupted for 77 minutes (3½ x 22 = 77) thus 22 overs are deducted from the innings total (40 – 22 = 18) and therefore a match cannot be constituted. d. No match shall commence after 16:00 or second innings start after 18:00.
10. Intervals a. Tea interval – duration 30 minutes, normally taken between innings (about 15:30-16:00). b. Should the first innings conclude before 14:45, there shall be an interval of ten minutes between innings and tea shall then be taken at 15:45 or after 15 overs of play, whichever is the later. c. Drinks interval – will normally be after 20 overs have been bowled or after 13 and 26 overs, as agreed between the Captains and Umpires before the commencement of the match and/or innings.
129 11. Allowable Time a. An innings of 40 overs is expected to be completed within a period of 150 minutes: this is based upon one or two drinks intervals (MCC Law 11.8.1). b. All teams are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last over within 150 minutes. c. The table below shows the expected duration of various lengths of innings:
Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 50 175 10 10 195 49 172 10 10 192 48 168 10 10 188 47 165 10 10 185 46 161 10 10 181 45 158 10 10 178 44 154 10 10 174 43 151 10 10 171 42 147 10 10 167 41 144 10 10 164 40 140 10 10 160 39 137 10 9 156 38 133 10 9 152 37 130 10 9 149 36 126 10 9 145 35 123 10 9 142 34 119 10 9 138 33 116 10 9 135 32 112 10 9 131 31 109 10 9 128
130 Overs x 3.5 Minutes Drinks Field Time Total 30 105 10 9 124 29 102 10 8 120 28 98 10 8 116 27 95 10 8 113 26 91 10 8 109 25 88 10 8 106 24 84 10 8 102 23 81 10 8 99 22 77 10 8 95 21 74 10 8 92 20 70 10 8 88
As a match must comprise a minimum of 20 overs per side the table stops here
12. Over Rates Fielding sides should aim to achieve an over rate of 17 overs per hour or more ie an innings of 40 overs should be completed within 150 minutes.
13. Run Rate Method a. ‘Run Rate’ will be used to provide the target to be achieved by the side batting second in reduced matches. On completion of the first innings, the Run Rate achieved is to be calculated and agreed between the Umpires and Scorers, and conveyed to both Captains. Run Rate is to be calculated to 2 decimal places. b. At the start of the second innings, the batting side will know the Run Rate and therefore the target to be achieved (Run Rate x overs to be bowled (answer rounded up or, if answer a whole number, + 1) = Target Score). c. Run Rate is always calculated on the assumption that the side batting first batted for their full allocation of overs, unless the overs allocated have been reduced in an interrupted first innings. d. If no result can be achieved by Run Rate, then the match will be “No Result” and 6 points will be awarded to each team, plus any bonus points accrued in the match.
131 Example 1: Side batting first scores 168 in 40 overs. Run Rate is thus 168/40 = 4.2 runs per over. Therefore, the side batting second need to score either 169 or, if overs are reduced to say 35, they will need 35 x 4.2 = 147 + 1 = 148 to win. If the side batting second only has 20 overs, then they must score 20 x 4.2 = 84 + 1 = 85 to win. Example 2: Side batting first scores 220 in 40 overs. Run Rate is thus 220/40 = 5.5 runs per over. The side batting second suffers three interruptions during their planned 40 over innings as follows: Play stops after 10 overs, score 40 for 0 wickets with 30 overs still to play. Play recommences after a break equivalent to 3 overs, reducing the number of overs still to play to 27. At this stage, the side batting second know that their target is 204 to win: 37 overs x 5.5 = 203.5 rounded up = 204 or 203 + 1 = 204 to win. The play is again interrupted after a further 6 overs, score 80 for 1 and a further 14 overs are lost. When play recommences, the side batting second know that they have batted for 16 overs and have 7 to come, thus they need a total of 23 x 5.5 = 126.5 rounded up = 127 or 126 + 1 = 127 to win. Finally, their innings is interrupted a third and final time and eventually the game is called off with their score at 122 for 6 wickets after having 22 overs and 3 balls bowled to them. The side batting second therefore needed to have scored in their 22 overs and 3 balls = 135 balls: 135 x 5.5/6 to convert first innings Run Rate per over to per ball = 123.75 round up = 124 or 123 + 1 = 124. They have not and lose the match on Run Rate.
14. Bowlers and Fielders a. A minimum of 5 bowlers will be required. No bowler may bowl more than 8 overs in a 40 over innings. b. Where circumstances reduce the overall number of overs in the match, no bowler may bowl more than 20% of the revised allocated overs (unless this has already been exceeded before the interruption). Where the total number of overs is not divisible by five, one additional over shall be allowed to the maximum number per bowler necessary to make up the balance. Example: In a match reduced to 37 overs, two bowlers bowl 8 overs and three bowlers bowl 7 overs. c. In the event of a bowler breaking down mid-over then that over may be completed by another player, but the parts thereof of the over will count as whole overs against the original bowler and his replacement. d. The following table shows the allocation of overs per bowler for all DCL matches:
132 Inns Total Max overs Inns Total Max overs
50 5 x 10 overs 34 4 x 7 and 1 x 6
49 4 x 10 and 1 x 9 33 3 x 7 and 2 x 6
48 3 x 10 and 2 x 9 32 2 x 7 and 3 x 6
47 2 x 10 and 3 x 9 31 1 x 7 and 4 x 6
46 1 x 10 and 4 x 9 30 5 x 6 overs
45 5 x 9 overs 29 4 x 6 and 1 x 5
44 4 x 9 and 1 x 8 28 3 x 6 and 2 x 5
43 3 x 9 and 2 x 8 27 2 x 6 and 3 x 5
42 2 x 9 and 3 x 8 26 1 x 6 and 4 x 5
41 1 x 9 and 4 x 8 25 5 x 5 overs
40 5 x 8 overs 24 4 x 5 and 1 x 4
39 4 x 8 and 1 x 7 23 3 x 5 and 2 x 4
38 3 x 8 and 2 x 7 22 2 x 5 and 3 x 4
37 2 x 8 and 3 x 7 21 1 x 5 and 4 x 4
36 1 x 8 and 4 x 7 20 5 x 4 overs
35 5 x 7 overs
15. No Balls The penalty for a No Ball is 1 run.
16. Bowling of Fast Short Pitched Balls MCC Law 41.6.1 shall be replaced by the following: a. A bowler shall be limited to one fast short pitched delivery per over. • A fast short pitched delivery is defined as a ball which passes, or would have passed, above the shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. This rule shall apply even if the striker may have made contact with the ball with his person or equipment. • The Umpire at the bowler’s end shall advise the bowler and the batsman on strike when each fast short pitch delivery has been bowled. 133 b. Should the bowler deliver a fast short pitched ball which does, or would have, passed above the striker’s head height if he/she was standing upright at the popping crease, then this would be called a No Ball. • In the event of the bowler bowling, more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire at the bowler’s end shall call and signal No Ball on each occasion. A different signal shall be used by the Umpire, who calls and signals No ball and also taps the top of his head with his other hand. • The Umpire, in accordance with MCC Law 41.6.3, shall caution the bowler and issue a first and final warning. Then inform his colleague, the Captain of the fielding team and the batsman at the wicket what has occurred. This caution shall apply throughout the innings. • Should there be another instance of the bowler being No Balled in the innings for bowling more than one fast short pitched delivery in an over, the Umpire will direct the fielding Captain to remove the bowler from bowling forthwith. If this is during an over another player will need to complete the over. • The suspended bowler will not be allowed to bowl again during the innings. The Umpires will inform the batsman at the wicket and the batting Captain when possible. • At the end of the match, the Umpires will report the matter to the Club Executive and the Governing body of the League who shall take what actions as is considered appropriate against the Captain and the bowler concerned.
17. Match Balls a. Each side shall provide one new match ball, both balls to be lodged with the Umpires before the commencement of the match. b. The ball used first in the match shall be deemed to be that supplied by the home team. c. The side fielding second MUST use the second new ball. d. The ball used must be “Tiflex Hampton”. Any new ball must bear the DCL logo. e. A minimum of four spare balls (Tiflex Hampton) in suitable condition shall be handed to the Umpires prior to the commencement of the match.
18. Result a. A result can only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs unless the team batting second has scored more runs than its opponents. b. If, due to conditions, play has been suspended and the number of overs re-calculated, minimum 20 overs, then a revised target score should be set for the number of overs the team batting second will have the opportunity of facing. The revised target is calculated by Run Rate. A par score will be set for
134 the second innings and, as long as this is exceeded, the team batting second are the winners; if it is equal then it is a Tied game. c. If a match is Abandoned before it has been played to a conclusion and the team batting second has received a minimum of 20 overs, the result should be decided via the Run Rate method as determined and agreed by the Captains, Scorers and Umpires. d. If, after the restart of play, it is discovered that the wrong Run Rate target has been set, the faulty target shall stand. e. If the score of the team batting second surpasses the Target Score at any time prior to the conclusion of its innings, then the match shall be won by the team batting second but, if bowled out earlier, the match shall be won by the team batting first. f. A match shall be Tied if the scores are equal at the end or the side batting second finishes its innings 1 short of the Target Score as set the Run Rate method. g. Once a match has been completed and the result confirmed by the Umpires with the Scorers, under the MCC Law 16.10 the result cannot be changed.
135 Devon Cricket Board Player Availability Criteria
At the December 2004 meeting of the Devon Cricket Board the following criteria, in respect of player availability, were agreed. These will apply to all affiliated cricket in Devon. In order to optimise the standard, performance and development of cricket and cricketers in Devon, and to avoid any ambiguity or undue pressure on players when fixture clashes arise, the Board has agreed priority criteria that are to be applied to all affiliated clubs. The criteria will apply to all matches in competitions under the auspices of the ECB, MCCA, and Devon CB (which includes, by definition, competitions organised by the Devon Cricket League/ WCA on the Board’s behalf) but not to friendly or trial matches. The criteria are, quite simply, that a player should play for teams for which he or she is selected in the following order: 1. Country; 2. County; 3. Club/ School. Thus, for example, if a player is selected to play for Devon, or a County age-group team, and his club on the same day, he should play for the County team, and may not play for his club on that day. Similarly, if a player is selected for, say, England U17, he may not play for his county, county age-group or club on that day. It should be noted that, notwithstanding the above, the Board will continue to act to avoid fixture clashes wherever possible, in coordination with the other agencies involved.
Safeguarding
Thanks again for all the work done by DCL clubs to make sure that all our clubs have a trained Welfare Officer in place. We are looking forward to the new season, and as part of that we need to continue to make sure that we are completing DBS checks for all those in regulated activity. For current ECB guidance around DBS checks and to ensure applications are successfully processed, please see important information below: • DBS applications should be under the applicant’s full legal name. Aliases or shortened versions of names, e.g Tom instead of Thomas, will not be accepted. • Any certificate issued which is not in the applicant’s full name is invalid and a new application will need to be made. This can result in a period of temporary suspension from their regulated role in cricket. • Please check an applicant’s full legal name before initiating or carrying out a verification.
136 • If you have any further questions or require support, please email dbs@ ecb.co.uk or call 0800 085 7998 to contact our DBS support team. • For technical support, please email [email protected] or call 0333 3207 328. There is a useful NSPCC Child Protection in Sport Unit podcast which focuses on DBS checks in sport https://thecpsu.org.uk/training-events/cpsu- podcasts/?utm_campaign=11225709_CWO%20Bulletin%20-%20January%20 21st%202020&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Email_AdHoc&utm_ content=CpsuPodcast&email=&dm_i=1FT6,6OLT9,N26J1Q,QO5KQ,1 There are likely to be further announcements through the season about additional training resources which the ECB are looking to make available; for example, a training resource for cricket club committee members. We will issue more details on this when we have it. Thanks again, and do get in touch if there are any child safeguarding issues you would like to discuss.
James May Welfare Officer Devon Cricket Board
137 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Cup Competitions – 2020 A-Plant Devon T20 Cup Competition This competition is for clubs playing 1st team cricket in Premier and A Division. However, teams from other divisions can register an interest in participating and, if there are spaces available, a draw will take place to ascertain who plays in these spare spaces. A further draw will then be undertaken to ascertain who plays who. This will be done with no regionalisation taken into account and with ‘pools’, ideally consisting of three teams, participating in Round 1. However, should an odd number of teams apply, then the structure of each ‘pool’ is at the discretion of the Cup Competitions Committee. The winners of each ‘pool’ will go on to Round 2 although, should numbers dictate, additional teams may qualify at this stage to balance Round 2 up. Qualification for this will be based upon total number of points gained in Round 1 and then, if teams are level on points, Net Run Rate and thereafter most wickets taken. Any team withdrawing from the competition will incur at £150 fine.
Player Eligibility A cricketer shall only be eligible to play for a club in the competition if he/she is a DCL registered member of that club. No player, however, is allowed to play for more than one Club in any of the Devon Cricket League Cup Competitions for that year. All other regulations regarding the qualification of players, as detailed in the DCL Handbook, are applicable.
Competition Rounds Round 1 • Must be played as a Festival and any exception to this is only possible with prior written consent from the Cup Competitions Committee, and will only be agreed upon in very exceptional circumstances. • The hosting club will be determined by their being the first team drawn out of the hat when the ‘pools’ are being ascertained. Should they not want to be the host club, then this opportunity will be passed to the second team drawn and then subsequently the third team. • All Round 1 venues and dates, including the reserve date, need to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee. • Should clubs be unable to agree on dates, then again the matter must be raised to the Cup Competitions Committee who will intervene, and their decision on settling any “debate” about a date will be final.
138 • Leaving ‘pool’ Festival dates to the very last minute, and thus allowing no time for the Festival to be rearranged due to poor weather, is to be avoided, and will not be looked upon favourably should extensions to deadline dates be sought as these will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances. • Umpires to be arranged by the three clubs in question. DACO Umpires must be used, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Round 2 • Matches will be established by way of a draw, with the first team out of the hat being able to play at home should they so wish. • Round 2 venue and match date needs to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee as soon as it has been arranged – allow enough time for a reserve date! • Umpires to be arranged by the two clubs in question. DACO Umpires must be used, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Competition Dates Round 1 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 24th May 2020. Round 2 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 21st June 2020. Adjustments to the above dates are only possible with prior written agreement of the Cup Competitions Committee and, without such agreement, any matches played beyond these dates will be null-and-void and the teams involved will be removed from the competition. Extensions will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances.
Semi-Finals & Final The four winners from Round 2, will take part in the semi-final, with the draw to determine who plays who and the order of play being made by the Cup Competitions Committee once the participants are known. This will take place as a ‘Festival’ on Sunday, 5th July 2020 at Bovey Tracey CC. Should no play be possible on that day, the matches will be played at the same venue on Sunday, 12th July 2020. The DCL will organise the event together with the host Club. The four teams taking part on the Devon Finals Day will be provided with buffet style catering for players and officials only. All Umpires fees and catering will be paid for by the DCL. The teams participating on the Finals Day are required to submit their selected team to the Cup Competitions Committee by e-mail by 20:00 on the Saturday before Finals Day for Player Registrations to be checked and validated.
139 The County Winner will then go on to the next Round.
Playing Regulations a. Duration All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a maximum of 20 overs. b. Playing Times i. There will normally be two sessions of play of 1 hour 15 minutes each, separated by an interval of 10 minutes. If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. ii. Semi-Finals and Final. The first innings of the first semi-final will start no later than 10:00. There will be a 10 minute interval between innings (approx 11:15-11:25). The second innings will commence at 11:25 and should be completed by 12:40. The first innings of the second semi-final will start at 13:00. There will be a 10 minute interval between innings (approx 14:15-14:25). The second innings will commence at 14:25 and should be completed by 15:40. The final will commence at 16:00. Revision of start times may only be adjusted with the approval of both Umpires, both Captains and the Cup Competitions Committee (see b(iii) below). iii. Delays. Any revision to the number of allocated overs that is necessary due to a delayed start, or interruptions in play as a result of adverse ground, weather or light conditions (or any other reason), shall be made in accordance with the paragraph b(iv) below. On any occasion where the innings of the side batting first is delayed or interrupted, the Umpires will reduce the length of the intervals. In circumstances where the side batting first has not completed their allotted number of overs within the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the first innings, the Umpires shall reduce the length of the interval by the amount of time that the first innings over-ran. In the event of any match being suspended after it has started to the extent that the number of overs available to face by either side is reduced from that previously determined, the revised target shall be computed using the latest version of the DLS software in accordance with the rules currently pertaining in the DCL. The minimum time for the interval will be ten minutes. iv. Adjustments of Timings. The Umpires will determine any re-arrange ment of overs and timings of matches in the case of a match being delayed or interrupted. At all times, their objectives will be prioritised to ensure that: 140 • All matches are completed on the scheduled day. • A minimum of 5 overs per side will constitute a match, although a bowl- out is to be used to ascertain a match winner should 5 overs per side not be possible (see Bowl-Out section below). • Wherever possible, the Final shall consist of 20 overs per side. • Wherever possible, both Semi-Finals are of the same duration. • Both teams have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs.
Bowl-Out Five players from each side will bowl over-arm two deliveries each at a wicket (conforming to Law 8) from a wicket (conforming to Law 8) pitched at a distance of 22 yards with, if practicable, bowling, popping and return creases (conforming to Law 7). The first bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and the first bowler from Team B will bowl two deliveries, then the second bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and so on. The side which bowls down the wicket (as defined in Law 8.1) most times shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the same players will bowl one ball each, alternately, to achieve a result on a ‘sudden death’ basis (the order in which the bowlers bowl in the sudden death may differ from the first stage bowl-out). The following shall also apply in the respect of ‘bowl-outs’: • The same suitably acceptable ball (not a new one) will be used by both teams. If this ball becomes wet, it may be changed subject to the Umpires’ approval. • If a bowler bowls a ‘No Ball’, it will count as one of his two deliveries but will not count towards the score of the team. • If the original match has started, the five cricketers to take part in the ‘bowl-out’ must be selected from the original 11 cricketers. If there has been no play in the original match (ie the toss has not taken place), the five cricketers may be selected from any of the Club’s members (subject to the registration criteria). • Each side will appoint a wicket-keeper to stand behind the wicket but out of the reach of the stumps. • The team to go first, either initially or in the event of a draw, shall be decided by the toss of a coin, undertaken by the Umpire, with the winner of the toss electing to go either first or second. In the case of the semi-finals and final the appointed Officials on the day should decide, as a last resort, to move the event to the reserve day. v. Length of Innings. In matches that are neither delayed or interrupted, each team will bat for 20 overs unless they are all out earlier. If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings, play will continue until the required number of overs has been bowled and then playing condition biii will apply.
141 If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 20 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 20 overs. If the team fielding second fails to bowl 20 overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the second innings, the hours of play for the match shall, subject to conditions of ground, weather and light, be extended until the required number of overs have been bowled or a result has been achieved. c. The Ball The ball used for all matches must be a ‘Tiflex’ Magna Pink T20 ball. A new ball shall be used for each innings and in the Semi-Finals and Finals these will be provided by the DCL. d. Fielding Restrictions The following fielding restrictions shall apply to all matches: i. At the instant of delivery there shall not be more than five fielders on the leg-side. ii. For the first 6 overs of each innings, only two fielders are permitted to be outside an area bounded by two semi-circles centred on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch (the fielding circle). iii. The fielding circle should be marked with white ‘dots’ at five yard intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches in diameter. iv. For the remaining overs of each innings only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the fielding circle at the instant of delivery. v. In matches that are affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust items (i) and (ii) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams. e. Number of Overs per Bowler i. No bowler may bowl more than four overs. ii. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining balls will be bowled by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over towards any bowler’s allocation. iii. In matches affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust item (i) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams. f. Declarations Declarations are not permitted. g. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the new official MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 except for matters specially provided within the DCL Playing Rules 2019 relating to Premier and A Divisions for matters such as No Balls, Wides etc.
142 h. Clothing Teams may wear either ‘coloured’ clothing or cricket whites but the entire team must use the same clothing colour/design to ensure commonality. i. Umpires and Scorers It is the responsibility of each Club to provide competent Scorers for all rounds of the competition. Independent Umpires shall be appointed by The Devon Association of Cricket Officials (DACO) for all rounds, the costs for which will be met by the clubs concerned in the earlier rounds and by the DCL for the semi-finals and final. j. The Scoreboard The score-board is to be up-dated on a ball-by-ball basis. The number of overs displayed should refer to the number of overs remaining in that innings. k. The Result The winning side will be the team scoring the most runs. In the event of teams being level on points, the outcome shall be decided on Net Run Rate. If this still produces a tie, the outcome shall be decided on the basis of the most wickets taken in the mini league/festival. Points will be awarded as follows:- Win – 4 Points Tie – 2 Points Loss – 1 Point Cancellation – 2 Points each or the toss of a coin should it be deemed necessary. If a game is forfeited, the side forfeiting will receive no points and the opposition will receive 4 points. In the event of a Tie in the semi-finals or final, the side losing the fewest wickets will be the winner. If this is equal, the side with the most runs over 6 overs will be the winner. If this is equal, the side with the most runs after 5 overs will be the winner (this to continue with 4, 3, 2 and 1 overs). In the earlier rounds of the competition the result together with the scoresheet should be entered by the winning team onto the Play Cricket website within 48 hours of the match. Failure to do this will result in a £50 fine. In the semi-finals the winning team will ensure that the result, with the scoresheet, is on the Play Cricket website within 10 minutes of the match ending to enable live scoring in the final. The Umpires should also check that the Scorers have the match downloaded together with the names of all the players before the semi-finals and final commence.
143 l. Rule Clarity In the event of any uncertainty about a Rule of the competition then clarity can be sought from the Cup Competitions Committee, although their ruling and decision is final. Round 1 Festival Draws (Host Club listed first) – to be played by close of play 24th May 2020 Pool 1 Pool 4 Barton Torquay Exmouth Abbotskerswell North Devon Paignton Pool 2 Pool 5 Sandford Bovey Tracey Exeter Heathcoat Tavistock Bradninch Pool 3 Pool 6 Cornwood Cullompton Seaton Sidmouth Plympton Budleigh Salterton
Ivor Dewdney Corinthian Cup Competition This competition is available to clubs playing in B Division and below; but clubs must be members of the Devon Cricket League. A draw will be undertaken to ascertain who plays who. This will be done with no regionalisation taken into account and with ‘pools’, ideally consisting of three teams, participating in Round 1. However, should an odd number of teams apply, then the structure of each ‘pool’ is at the discretion of the Cup Competitions Committee. The winners of each ‘pool’ will then go on to Round 2 although, should numbers dictate, additional teams may qualify at this stage to balance Round 2 up. Qualification for this will be based upon total number of points gained in Round 1 and then, if teams are level on points, Net Run Rate and thereafter most wickets taken. Any team withdrawing from the competition will incur a £150 fine.
Player Eligibility A cricketer shall only be eligible to play for a club in the competition if he/she is a DCL registered member of that club. No player, however, is allowed to play for more than one Club in any of the Devon Cricket League Cup Competitions for that year. No player may play in any round of the competition if he/she has played
144 five or more matches in either Premier or A Division in the present or previous season, unless his/her team has been relegated. All other regulations regarding the qualification of players, as detailed in the DCL Handbook, are applicable.
Competition Rounds Round 1 • Must be played as a Festival and any exception to this is only possible with prior written consent from the Cup Competitions Committee, and will only be agreed upon in very exceptional circumstances. • The hosting club will be determined by their being the first team drawn out of the hat when the ‘pools’ are being ascertained. Should they not want to be the host club then this opportunity will be passed to the second team drawn and then subsequently the third team. • All Round 1 venues and dates, including the reserve date, need to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee. • Should clubs be unable to agree on dates, then again the matter must be raised to the Cup Competitions Committee who will intervene and their decision on settling any “debate” about a date will be final. • Leaving ‘pool’ Festival dates to the very last minute, and thus allowing no time for the Festival to be rearranged due to poor weather, is to be avoided and will not be looked upon favourably should extensions to deadline dates be sought, as these will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances. • Umpires to be arranged by the three clubs in question. DACO Umpires can be used if available, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Round 2 • Matches will be established by way of a draw, with the first team out of the hat being able to play at home should they so wish. • Round 2 venue and match date needs to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee as soon as it has been arranged – allow enough time for a reserve date! • Umpires to be arranged by the two clubs in question. DACO Umpires can be used if available, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Round 3 • Round 3 venue and match date needs to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee as soon as it has been arranged – allow enough time for a reserve date! • Umpires to be arranged by the two clubs in question. DACO Umpires can be used if available, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively. 145 Competition Dates Round 1 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 31st May 2020. Round 2 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 28th June 2020. Round 3 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 26th July 2020. Adjustments to the above dates are only possible with prior written agreement of the Cup Competitions Committee and, without such agreement, any matches played beyond these dates will be null-and-void and the teams involved will be removed from the competition. Extensions will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances.
Semi-Finals & Final The four winners from Round 3 will take part in the semi-final, with the draw to determine who plays who and the order of play being made by the Cup Competitions Committee once the participants are known. This will take place as a ‘Festival’ on Sunday, 9th August 2020 at Ivybridge CC. Should no play be possible on that day, the matches will be played at the same venue on Saturday, 16th August 2020. The DCL will organise the event together with the host Club. The four teams taking part on the Finals Day will be provided with buffet style catering for players and officials only. All Umpires fees and catering will be paid for by the DCL. The DCL will organise and pay for competent Scorers so that DLS can be used in the case of interruptions in play as a result of adverse ground, weather or light conditions. The teams participating on the Finals Day are required to submit their selected team to the Competition Committee at least three days before the finals so that registrations can be checked.
Playing Regulations a. Duration All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a maximum of 20 overs. b. Playing Times i. There will normally be two sessions of play of 1 hour 15 minutes each, separated by an interval of 10 minutes. If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. ii. Semi-Finals and Final. The first innings of the first semi-final will start no later than 10:00. There will be a 10 minute interval between innings (approx 11:15-11:25). The second innings will commence at 11:25 and should be completed by 12:40. The first innings of the second semi-final will start at 13:00. There will be a 146 10 minute interval between innings (approx 14:15-14:25). The second innings will commence at 14:25 and should be completed by 15:40. The Final will commence at 16:00. Revision of start times may only be adjusted with the approval of both Umpires, both Captains and the DCL Competitions Committee (see b(iii) below). iii. Delays. Any revision to the number of allocated overs that is necessary due to a delayed start, or interruptions in play as a result of adverse ground, weather or light conditions (or any other reason), shall be made in accordance with the paragraph b(iv) below. On any occasion where the innings of the side batting first is delayed or interrupted, the Umpires will reduce the length of the intervals. In circumstances where the side batting first has not completed their allotted number of overs within the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the first innings, the Umpires shall reduce the length of the interval by the amount of time that the first innings over-ran. In the event of any match being suspended after it has started to the extent that the number of overs available to face by either side is reduced from that previously determined, the revised target shall be computed using Run Rate in the first three rounds and the latest version of the DLS software in accordance with the rules currently pertaining in the DCL in the Semi-Finals and Finals. The minimum time for the interval will be ten minutes. iv. Adjustments of Timings. The Umpires will determine any re- arrangement of overs and timings of matches in the case of a match being delayed or interrupted. At all times, their objectives will be prioritised to ensure that: • All matches are completed on the scheduled day. • A minimum of 5 overs per side will constitute a match, although a bowl- out is to be used to ascertain a match winner should 5 overs per side not be possible (see Bowl-Out section below). • Wherever possible the Final shall consist of 20 overs per side. • Wherever possible, both Semi-Finals are of the same duration. • Both teams have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs.
Bowl-Out Five players from each side will bowl over-arm two deliveries each at a wicket (conforming to Law 8) from a wicket (conforming to Law 8) pitched at a distance of 22 yards with, if practicable, bowling, popping and return creases (conforming to Law 7). The first bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and the first bowler from Team B will bowl two deliveries, then the second bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and so on. The side which bowls down the wicket (as defined in Law 8.1) most times shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the same players will bowl one ball each alternately to achieve a result on a ‘sudden death’ basis (the order in which the bowlers bowl in the sudden death may differ from the first stage bowl-out).
147 The following shall also apply in the respect of ‘bowl-outs’: • The same suitably acceptable ball (not a new one) will be used by both teams. If this ball becomes wet, it may be changed subject to the Umpires’ approval. • If a bowler bowls a ‘No Ball’, it will count as one of his two deliveries but will not count towards the score of the team. • If the original match has started, the five cricketers to take part in the ‘bowl-out’ must be selected from the original 11 cricketers. If there has been no play in the original match (ie the toss has not taken place), the five cricketers may be selected from any of the Club’s members (subject to the registration criteria). • Each side will appoint a wicket-keeper to stand behind the wicket but out of the reach of the stumps. • The team to go first, either initially or in the event of a draw, shall be decided by the toss of a coin, undertaken by the Umpire, with the winner of the toss electing to go either first or second. In the case of the semi-finals and final the appointed Officials on the day should decide, as a last resort, to move the event to the reserve day. v. Length of Innings. In matches that are neither delayed or interrupted, each team will bat for 20 overs unless they are all out earlier. If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings, play will continue until the required number of overs has been bowled and then playing condition b(iii) will apply. If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 20 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 20 overs. If the team fielding second fails to bowl 20 overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the second innings, the hours of play for the match shall, subject to conditions of ground, weather and light, be extended until the required number of overs have been bowled or a result has been achieved. c. The Ball The ball used for all matches must be a ‘Tiflex’ Magna Pink T20 ball. A new ball shall be used for each innings and in the Semi-Finals and Finals these will be provided by the DCL. d. Fielding Restrictions Where grounds are not big enough to accommodate certain aspects of the following, adjustments may be made. However, adherence to the Playing Regulations as near as possible is sought. The following fielding restrictions shall apply to all matches: i. At the instant of delivery there shall not be more than five fielders on the leg-side.
148 ii. For the first 6 overs of each innings, only two fielders are permitted to be outside an area bounded by two semi-circles centred on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch (the fielding circle). iii. The fielding circle should be marked with white ‘dots’ at five yard intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches in diameter. iv. For the remaining overs of each innings only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the fielding circle at the instant of delivery. v. In matches that are affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust items (i) and (ii) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams. e. Number of Overs per Bowler i. No bowler may bowl more than four overs. ii. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining balls will be bowled by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over towards any bowler’s allocation. iii. In matches affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust item (i) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams. f. Declarations Declarations are not permitted. g. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the new official MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 except for matters specially provided within the DCL Playing Rules 2019 relating to B Division for matters such as No Balls, Wides etc. h. Clothing Teams may wear either ‘coloured’ clothing or cricket whites but the entire team must use the same clothing colour/design to ensure commonality. i. Umpires and Scorers It is the responsibility of each Club to provide Umpires for the early rounds together with a competent Scorer. Independent Umpires shall be appointed by The Devon Association of Cricket Officials (DACO) for the semi-finals and final and their fees paid by the DCL. The DCL will also provide, and pay the fees of, Scorers for the semi-finals and final. j. The Scoreboard The scoreboard is to be up-dated on a ball-by-ball basis. The number of overs displayed should refer to the number of overs remaining in that innings. 149 k. The Result The winning side will be the team scoring the most runs. In the event of teams being level on points, the outcome shall be decided on Net Run Rate. If this still produces a tie, the outcome shall be decided on the basis of the most wickets taken in the mini league/festival. Points will be awarded as follows:- Win – 4 Points Tie – 2 Points Loss – 1 Point Cancellation – 2 Points each or the toss of a coin should it be deemed necessary.
If a game is forfeited, the side forfeiting will receive no points and the opposition will receive 4 points. In the event of a Tie in the semi-finals or final, the side losing the fewest wickets will be the winner. If this is equal, the side with the most runs after 6 overs will be winner. If this is equal, the side with the most runs after 5 overs will be the winner (this to continue with 4, 3, 2 and 1 overs). In the earlier rounds of the competition the result, preferably together with the Scoresheet should be entered by the winning team onto the Play Cricket website within 48 hours of the match. Failure to do this will result in a £50 fine. In the semi-finals the winning team will ensure that the result, with the scoresheet, is on the Play Cricket website within 10 minutes of the match ending to enable live scoring in the final. The Umpires should also check that the Scorers have the match downloaded together with the names of all the players before the semi-finals and final commence. l. Rule Clarity In the event of any uncertainty about a Rule of the competition then clarity can be sought from the Cup Competitions Committee, though their ruling and decision is final.
Round 1 Festival Draws (Host Club listed first) – to be played by close of play on Sunday, 31st May 2020 Pool 1 Pool 3 Sidmouth Thorveton Honiton Ipplepen Kentisbeare Shaldon Optimists Pool 2 Pool 4 Kingsbridge Ottery St Mary Ivybridge Uplyme & Lyme Regis Dartington & Totnes Alphington & Countess Wear
150 Pool 5 Pool 7 Abbotskerswell Paignton Plymstock Bovey Tracey Barton Pool 6 Kilmington Sampford Peverell & Tiverton Upottery
Tidball Insurance Cup Competition This competition is available to clubs playing in E Division and below, but clubs must be members of the Devon Cricket League. A draw will be undertaken to ascertain who plays who. This will be done with no regionalisation taken into account and with ‘pools’, ideally consisting of three teams, participating in Round 1. However, should an odd number of teams apply, then the structure of each ‘pool’ is at the discretion of the Cup Competitions Committee. The winners of each ‘pool’ will then go on to Round 2 although, should numbers dictate, additional teams may qualify at this stage to balance Round 2 up. Qualification for this will be based upon total number of points gained in Round 1 and then, if teams are level on points, Net Run Rate and thereafter most wickets taken. Any team withdrawing from the competition will incur a £150 fine.
Player Eligibility A cricketer shall only be eligible to play for a club in the competition if he/she is a DCL registered member of that club. No player, however, is allowed to play for more than one Club in any of the Devon Cricket League Cup Competitions for that year. No player may play in any round of the competition if he/she has played five or more matches in either D Divisions or above in the present or previous season, unless his/her team has been relegated. No category 3 overseas player is permitted to play in any round of the competition, although all other regulations regarding the qualification of players, as detailed in the DCL Handbook, are applicable.
Competition Rounds Round 1 • Must be played as a Festival and any exception to this is only possible with prior written consent from the Cup Competitions Committee, and will only be agreed upon in very exceptional circumstances. • The hosting club will be determined by their being the first team drawn
151 out of the hat when the ‘pools’ are being ascertained. Should they not want to be the host club then this opportunity will be passed to the second team drawn and then subsequently the third team. • All Round 1 venues and dates, including the reserve date, need to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee. • Should clubs be unable to agree on dates, then again the matter must be raised to the Cup Competitions Committee who will intervene and their decision on settling any “debate” about a date will be final. • Leaving ‘pool’ Festival dates to the very last minute, and thus allowing no time for the Festival to be rearranged due to poor weather, is to be avoided and will not be looked upon favourably should extensions to deadline dates be sought, as these will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances. • Umpires to be arranged by the three clubs in question. DACO Umpires can be used if available, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Round 2 • Matches will be established by way of a draw, with the first team out of the hat being able to play at home should they so wish. • Round 2 venue and match date needs to be e-mailed to the Cup Competitions Committee as soon as it has been arranged – allow enough time for a reserve date! • Umpires to be arranged by the two clubs in question. DACO Umpires can be used if available, but this will be at the expense of the clubs in question and need to be arranged by the clubs collectively.
Competition Dates Round 1 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 31st May 2020. Round 2 to be played by close of play on Sunday, 28th June 2020. Adjustments to the above dates are only possible with prior written agreement of the Cup Competitions Committee and, without such agreement, any matches played beyond these dates will be null-and-void and the teams involved will be removed from the competition. Extensions will only be agreed in very exceptional circumstances.
Semi-Finals & Final The four winners from Round 2 will take part in the semi-final, with the draw to determine who plays who and the order of play being made by the Cup Competitions Committee once the participants are known. This will take place as a ‘Festival’ on Sunday, 19th July 2020 at Hatherleigh CC. Should no play be possible on that day, the matches will be played at the same venue on Sunday, 26th July 2020. The DCL will organise the event together with the host Club. 152 The four teams taking part on the Finals Day will be provided with buffet style catering for players and officials only. All Umpires fees and catering will be paid for by the DCL. The DCL will organise and pay for competent Scorers so that DLS can be used in the case of interruptions in play as a result of adverse ground, weather or light conditions. The teams participating on the Finals Day are required to submit their selected team to the Competition Committee at least three days before the finals so that registrations can be checked.
Playing Regulations a. Duration All matches will consist of one innings per side, each innings being limited to a maximum of 20 overs. b. Playing Times i. There will normally be two sessions of play of 1 hour 15 minutes each, separated by an interval of 10 minutes. If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the interval, the interval shall take place immediately and the innings of the team batting second will commence correspondingly earlier. ii. Semi-Finals and Final. The first innings of the first semi-final will start no later than 10:00. There will be a 10 minute interval between innings (approx 11:15-11:25). The second innings will commence at 11:25 and should be completed by 12:40. The first innings of the second semi-final will start at 13:00. There will be a 10 minute interval between innings (approx 14:15-14:25). The second innings will commence at 14:25 and should be completed by 15:40. The Final will commence at 16:00. Revision of start times may only be adjusted with the approval of both Umpires, both Captains and the DCL Competitions Committee (see b(iii) below). iii. Delays. Any revision to the number of allocated overs that is necessary due to a delayed start, or interruptions in play as a result of adverse ground, weather or light conditions (or any other reason), shall be made in accordance with the paragraph b(iv) below. On any occasion where the innings of the side batting first is delayed or interrupted, the Umpires will reduce the length of the intervals. In circumstances where the side batting first has not completed their allotted number of overs within the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the first innings, the Umpires shall reduce the length of the interval by the amount of time that the first innings over-ran. In the event of any match being suspended after it has started to the extent that the number of overs available to face by either side is reduced from that previously determined, the revised target shall be computed using Run Rate in
153 the first three rounds and the latest version of the DLS software in accordance with the rules currently pertaining in the DCL in the Semi-Finals and Finals. The minimum time for the interval will be ten minutes. iv. Adjustments of Timings. The Umpires will determine any re- arrangement of overs and timings of matches in the case of a match being delayed or interrupted. At all times, their objectives will be prioritised to ensure that: • All matches are completed on the scheduled day. • A minimum of 5 overs per side will constitute a match, although a bowl- out is to be used to ascertain a match winner should 5 overs per side not be possible (see Bowl-Out section below). • Wherever possible the Final shall consist of 20 overs per side. • Wherever possible, both Semi-Finals are of the same duration. • Both teams have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs.
Bowl-Out Five players from each side will bowl over-arm two deliveries each at a wicket (conforming to Law 8) from a wicket (conforming to Law 8) pitched at a distance of 22 yards with, if practicable, bowling, popping and return creases (conforming to Law 7). The first bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and the first bowler from Team B will bowl two deliveries, then the second bowler from Team A will bowl two deliveries and so on. The side which bowls down the wicket (as defined in Law 8.1) most times shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the same players will bowl one ball each alternately to achieve a result on a ‘sudden death’ basis (the order in which the bowlers bowl in the sudden death may differ from the first stage bowl-out). The following shall also apply in the respect of ‘bowl-outs’: • The same suitably acceptable ball (not a new one) will be used by both teams. If this ball becomes wet, it may be changed subject to the Umpires’ approval. • If a bowler bowls a ‘No Ball’, it will count as one of his two deliveries but will not count towards the score of the team. • If the original match has started, the five cricketers to take part in the ‘bowl-out’ must be selected from the original 11 cricketers. If there has been no play in the original match (ie the toss has not taken place), the five cricketers may be selected from any of the Club’s members (subject to the registration criteria). • Each side will appoint a wicket-keeper to stand behind the wicket but out of the reach of the stumps. • The team to go first, either initially or in the event of a draw, shall be decided by the toss of a coin, undertaken by the Umpire, with the winner of the toss electing to go either first or second. In the case of the semi-finals and final the appointed Officials on the day should decide, as a last resort, to move the event to the reserve day.
154 v. Length of Innings. In matches that are neither delayed or interrupted, each team will bat for 20 overs unless they are all out earlier. If the team fielding first fails to bowl the required number of overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the first innings, play will continue until the required number of overs has been bowled and then playing condition b(iii) will apply. If the team batting first is dismissed in less than 20 overs, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for 20 overs. If the team fielding second fails to bowl 20 overs by the scheduled time for the cessation of the second innings, the hours of play for the match shall, subject to conditions of ground, weather and light, be extended until the required number of overs have been bowled or a result has been achieved. c. The Ball The ball used for all matches must be a ‘Tiflex’ Magna Pink T20 ball. A new ball shall be used for each innings and in the Semi-Finals and Finals these will be provided by the DCL. d. Fielding Restrictions Where grounds are not big enough to accommodate certain aspects of the following, adjustments may be made. However, adherence to the Playing Regulations as near as possible is sought. The following fielding restrictions shall apply to all matches: i. At the instant of delivery there shall not be more than five fielders on the leg-side. ii. For the first 6 overs of each innings, only two fielders are permitted to be outside an area bounded by two semi-circles centred on each middle stump (each with a radius of 30 yards) and joined by a parallel line on each side of the pitch (the fielding circle). iii. The fielding circle should be marked with white ‘dots’ at five yard intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches in diameter. iv. For the remaining overs of each innings only five fieldsmen are permitted to be outside the fielding circle at the instant of delivery. v. In matches that are affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust items (i) and (ii) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams. e. Number of Overs per Bowler i. No bowler may bowl more than four overs. ii. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, the remaining balls will be bowled by another bowler. Such part of an over will count as a full over towards any bowler’s allocation. iii. In matches affected by weather or light, the Umpires may adjust item (i) but must ensure that any revisions made apply to both teams.
155 f. Declarations Declarations are not permitted. g. Conduct of Matches Matches shall be conducted in accordance with the new official MCC Laws of Cricket 2017 except for matters specially provided within the DCL Playing Rules 2019 relating to B Division for matters such as No Balls, Wides etc. h. Clothing Teams may wear either ‘coloured’ clothing or cricket whites but the entire team must use the same clothing colour/design to ensure commonality. i. Umpires and Scorers It is the responsibility of each Club to provide Umpires for the early rounds together with a competent Scorer. Independent Umpires shall be appointed by The Devon Association of Cricket Officials (DACO) for the semi-finals and final and their fees paid by the DCL. The DCL will also provide, and pay the fees of, Scorers for the semi-finals and final. j. The Scoreboard The scoreboard is to be up-dated on a ball-by-ball basis. The number of overs displayed should refer to the number of overs remaining in that innings. k. The Result The winning side will be the team scoring the most runs. In the event of teams being level on points, the outcome shall be decided on Net Run Rate. If this still produces a tie, the outcome shall be decided on the basis of the most wickets taken in the mini league/festival. Points will be awarded as follows:- Win – 4 Points Tie – 2 Points Loss – 1 Point Cancellation – 2 Points each or the toss of a coin should it be deemed necessary.
If a game is forfeited, the side forfeiting will receive no points and the opposition will receive 4 points. In the event of a Tie in the semi-finals or final, the side losing the fewest wickets will be the winner. If this is equal, the side with the most runs after 6 overs will be the winner. It is equal, the side with the most runs after 5 overs will be the winner (this to continue with 4, 3, 2 and 1 overs). 156 In the earlier rounds of competition the result, preferably together with the Scoresheet should be entered by the winning team onto the Play Cricket website within 48 hours of the match. Failure to do this will result in a £50 fine. In the semi-finals the winning team will ensure that the result, with the scoresheet, is on the Play Cricket website within 10 minutes of the match ending to enable live scoring in the final. The Umpires should also check that the Scorers have the match downloaded together with the names of all the players before the semi-finals and final commence. l. Rule Clarity In the event of any uncertainty about a Rule of the competition then clarity can be sought from the Cup Competitions Committee, though their ruling and decision is final.
Round 1 Festival Draws (Host Club listed first) – to be played by close of play on Sunday, 31st May 2020 Pool 1 Pool 4 Sidbury Shaldon Optimists Honiton Topsham St James Exeter Torquay Pool 2 Pool 5 Chagford Seaton Hatherleigh Exwick Ipplepen Bradninch Pool 3 Pool 6 Lustleigh Cullompton Sampford Peverell & Tiverton Ivybridge Kenn Axminster
157 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Ground and Facilities Requirements
GENERAL This document sets out the minimum quality standard for clubs playing in the Devon Cricket League. They do not attempt to set out the technical specifications for pavilions, grounds etc. The Devon Cricket Board Ltd should always be referred to, particularly where clubs are embarking on new projects.
GROUND MACHINERY In matches where independent umpires are appointed pitches/grounds will be assessed under the existing criteria. The Essential Guide to Cricket Groundsmanship, which may be found at http://www.groundsmanship. co.uk/cricket/cricket-home gives guidance on the preparation of pitches and outfields, together with the standards suggested. The list of grounds equipment in this document is not prescriptive. It is accepted that, in some clubs, the preparation and presentation of the ground lies in the hand of a third party e.g. contractor, and therefore in these prevailing circumstances the equipment that the home club will need will be limited.
Ground Machinery
Pitch Mower Cylinder Mower (with no less than 8 blades, capable of a minimum of 130 cuts per metre) suitable for pitch/square preparation
Outfield Cutter Either trailed or mounted gangs – width 1.8m to 2.1m or ride-on
Light Roller Hand roller. Weight 750–250kg (light)
Heavy Roller Self-propelled motor roller. Medium up to 500kg; Heavy 1016kg or more
Aerator Ownership of/access to
Scarifier Ownership of/access to
158 Not required Not As per second grounds No As per second grounds Entry Level – Division F Recommended Recommended mandatory not but Total score, wickets down; bowled; overs runs to win No At least a separate table to accommodate two scorers in a covered area Second GroundsSecond Recommended Recommended but not mandatory Yes No Yes C Division and Below Yes Yes No Yes B Division B Yes Yes Yes Yes Premier Premier & A Divisions
*Duckworth-Lewis- Stern is required, and on-line scoring is mandatory, in and Premier Division A Notes One at either end/moveable/ non reflective/must be in good and adequate and condition appropriate for the size of ground. Where possible they should stand area playing the outside Electronic or manual. Must be able to display minimum of total runs, total to win, wickets down, overs remaining, current individual batsman’s score, last Duckworth-Lewis- score, man’s Stern score * Internet connection (landline or Wi-Fi) access to laptop re on-line scoring accommodate to area Separate two scorers either As an integral part of the scorebox with a clear view of the playing area. Comfortable place for two scorers and room for two laptops or As a separate area (or room) away from the main scoreboard. Must have the capacity to update the or manually either scoreboard space Adequate electronically. for two seated scorers and their laptops with a clear view of the ground Descriptor Sight ScreenSight Scoreboard/ Scoring Facilities Scoring facilities Item
159 Entry Level – Division F As per second grounds No Yes As per B Division As per second grounds Second GroundsSecond but Recommended mandatorynot No Yes As per B Division Sawdust for damp ground/pitch areas. Cloths for drying the ball C Division and Below Yes Recommended but not mandatory Yes As per B Division Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes B Division B The boundary should be marked clearly by rope or a white line with markers approximately apart yards 20 Yes Yes Yes Yes Premier Premier & A Divisions Yes Option of flat sheet covers from B below and Division Must be in good order working See ‘umpires kit’ below Bowdry ground drying machine or similar Notes Ideally these should be mobile covers to cover the match pitch with the appropriate ‘drain off’ capacity. Covers should be ‘fit for purpose’ free from punctures and leaks A clock that can be viewed from the match pitch, mounted externally either on the clubhouse or the scorebox Should be properly matched sets in good condition and with bailsmatching The boundary should be clearly marked by a rope or white line with markers approximately 20 apart. boundary shall No yards be less than 50 yards or more than 90 yards from the nearer middle stump on the match pitch, is dispensation specific unless Management League the by given Committee The club should have the ability to remove either manually or mechanically, areas of surface after rain water An adequate supply of sawdust for covering damp ground. An adequate supply of cloths for keeping the match ball dry Descriptor Covers Clock Main Match Stumps and Bails BoundaryThe Drying Equipment Item
160 2 lockable lockable 2 changing rooms As per B Division and below requirements Yes Recommended Separate ladies and gents with handwashing facilities No Recommended Recommended Access to toilets handwashing with facilities No Not applicable Not Yes Yes showerTwo team per heads Yes Recommended for C & D Divisions See note Yes Yes showerTwo team per heads Yes Yes See note Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes 20 sqm relates to Premier and A Division Only From B Division down minimum of one outdoor net – either mobile or fixed Fielding circles not applicable in F below Division and Two roomsTwo each with 20 sqm for should rooms Changing changing. be lockable should include coat hooks for players 12 with bench seating similar) (or Three shower heads per changing room. A separate dry off area should be provided Ideally with convenient access from changing rooms. One WC and hand basin with mirror above (minimum) Separate changing and shower facilities from the players with WC and hand basin with mirror. Lockable room with bench seating, coat and towel hooks adequate for two umpires Two bayTwo outdoor net facility (either grass or artificial). Where space permits these should be a permanent facility. All surfaces should be well maintained. Artificial surfaces should be free of holes or tears. Where possible netting should be full length and should incorporate roof netting. Nets should be in a good state of repair Two coats (clean), bowler’s bowler’s (clean), coats Two markers, bails, match stumps and spares. Full set inner field discs spares and Pavilion/ Clubhouse Players Changing Rooms Showers Toilets for Players for Changing Umpires Practice Practice facilities Umpires ‘Kit’Umpires
161 Yes As per second grounds Separate area for the of preparation teas. Hot and cold running Clean water. surfaces Yes ladies Separate and gents with washing hand facilities Entry Level – Division F Yes Separate area for serving teas to scorers players, umpires and applicable Where Yes Access to toilets washing hand with Second GroundsSecond Yes Yes Yes Yes toilet Separate facility and hand basin. WC with hot and cold running water C Divisions and Below Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes B Division B Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Premier Premier & A Divisions Information should be displayed in the relating clubhouse to the location of, and telephone numbers for the local GP surgery hospitaland Notes A First Aid Box must be available at all times when the club is being used. Minimum contents are described in the current DCL handbook Dual purpose room for social functions and to accommodate players and umpires for lunch and breaks tea Either commercial or domestic operation. operation Commercial from requirements separate has health Environmental domestic. regulations require separate wash/hand basin in food areas preparation or landline (either telephone A designated mobile) must be available for (emergency) use by players, officials and spectators Separate ladies and gent’s toilet facilities. WC and hand basin with mirror above. Hot and cold waterrunning Descriptor First Aid Box Social and Dining / Tea Room Kitchen and AreaServing Telephone Ladies and Toilets gents Item
162 Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Where applicable Where Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes The appropriate appropriate The insurance disclaimer should be displayed as appropriate Every effort should be made to ensure disabled access to all areas of the ground and clubhouse. Where the pavilion/scorebox is on more than one level consideration needs to be given as to how, for example, a wheelchair user would get access to floors either above or below ground level Adequate car parking for players, officials and spectators – either in or adjacent to the ground Adequate external seating for players and spectators Entrance to the ground to be clearly signed in the name of the club Disabled Disabled Access Car parkingCar Seating Ground Ground surrounds Signage
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Contacts – 2020
Chairman: Chris Shelton 01803 400951 07505 064775 [email protected]
Secretary: Dennis Smith 01803 812653 07710 221026 [email protected]
Treasurer: Ian Birt 07463 405431 [email protected]
Scorer’s Officer: Nick Evanson 01803 614497 07786 671497 [email protected]
Appointments Officer: Pete Bamber 01803 553655 07483 229902 [email protected]
Education Officer: Chris Shelton 01803 400951 07505 064775 [email protected]
Development Officer: Steve Lavis 01752 266219 07890 102248 [email protected]
Umpires Fees and Expenses – 2020
Premier and A Divisions £60 B Division £55
Games where only one umpire is appointed In matches where only one Panel Umpire is appointed, half of the appropriate fee should be paid to the Umpire by both Clubs.
165 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Umpires Panel – 2020
This list is presented solely to allow Clubs to contact Umpires in the event of last minute changes in match details (cancellation, change of venue, etc.) Any queries or disputes relating to umpiring matters, in any match under the auspices of the Devon Cricket League, must be addressed to the DACO Appointments Officer. Under no circumstances may such matters be discussed directly with the Umpire(s) concerned without the express permission of Devon Cricket League Management.
Name Home Phone Mobile
Allen, Ray 07771 776636 Argyle, Paul 01837 83267 07761 964686 Ashplant, Nigel 01363 899532 07747 186570 Austin, Rob 07908 807855 Aviston, Ike 01237 429222 07494 529545 Birt, Ian 01803 845201 07463 405432 Beverley, Jonathan 07717 476288 Blake, Mike 01752 770802 07917 663614 Bond, Ian 07804 181616 Callicott, Rhys 07803 533764 Chapman, Tim 01626 863692 07968 223539 Clark, Bob 01626 682960 07964 899655 Davies, Mark 01769 573998 07501 860954 Dawe, Paul 07745 008134 Dobson, James 07801 233622 Fathers, Don 01392 278652 07936 390321 Forbes, Nick 01392 435173 07792 770319 Forward, Andy 01643 841257 07976 849145 Gambie, David 07443 424376 Goldsmith, Barry 01803 845251 Hawke, David 01752 330040 07711 106761 Jacobs, Kevin 01752 959536 07581 195666 Jeffery, Ken 01803 605975 Lavis, Steve 07890 102248
166 Name Home Phone Mobile
Long, Martin 07767 813870 Macqueen, Marilyn 07704 385680 Mallett, Philip 01837 849187 07974 289364 McIntyre, Tony 01884 255836 07772 688065 Moore, Graham 07760 197550 Munday, Graham 01395 516647 07974 794869 Paul, Steve 01884 939001 07456 472902 Piddock, Nigel 01752 204026 07941 453262 Pitman, Ben 01752 768089 07736 203314 Pitman, Mark 01626 852846 07711 072906 Shellens, Jim 01822 481115 07763 938655 Shute, Colin 01626 680179 07582 576116 Silver, John 01271 861535 07943 412021 Sleep, Chris 07896 464137 Smith, John 07432 091611 Smith, Paul 07801 719386 Stockwell, Mick 01803 901380 07495 058773 Tolchard, Roger 07779 588467 Vallance, David 01392 851266 Weare, Richard 01392 824779 07908 836012 Woodman, Peter 01884 841789 07971 556881
167 Crease Markings
The Popping and Return Creases are deemed to be unlimited in length. The Return Crease is at right angles to the Bowling and Popping Creases. Popping Creases are to be re-marked between innings to facilitate the judging of No Ball, Run Out or Stumping decisions.
The correct layout (according to the MCC Laws ‘2017 Code’) is shown below (not to scale):
168 First Aid on Cricket Grounds
A suitable First Aid Kit, regularly checked and maintained to the minimum standard set out below, must be available for use at all matches played under the auspices of the Devon Cricket League. Clubs are strongly advised to ensure availability of this Kit at least one hour before the scheduled start of play. It must be easily identifiable, immediately accessible, and not locked.
Minimum Requirements A Guidance Leaflet 20 × Assorted Wash-Proof Plasters 5 × Assorted Dressings 10 × Antiseptic Moist Wipes. 1 × Antiseptic Cream 2 × Saline Eyewash Pods (20ml) 6 × Assorted Bandages 2 × Triangular Bandages 6 × Safety Pins 1 × Pair Latex Gloves 2 × Self Seal Clinical Waste Bags 1 × Foil Blanket 1 × Instant Cold Pack 1 × Face Shield Resuscitator 1 × Microporous Tape (250mm) 1 × Accident Book
It is the responsibility of the Management Committee of the Club to provide, maintain and ensure accessibility of the First Aid Kit. Remember, any inadequacy of the Kit found in the event of its use being required could result in serious medical, and possibly legal, consequences.
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The DCL has always been committed to maintaining the highest standards of behaviour and conduct – the great game of cricket relies upon everyone playing their part to make every match a success. These regulations rely upon clubs and captains taking responsibility for ensuring that cricket is played in an appropriate manner and for taking any necessary action. The MCC Laws of Cricket and the Spirit of Cricket provide more than adequate guidance. In simple terms, these Disciplinary Regulations have four levels of seriousness, from Level 1 – the least serious, to Level 4 – the most serious. The Regulations include the appropriate penalty for each level. In the DCL, everyone should be aware that a suspension of 2 matches equates to a suspension of not playing any cricket matches for TWO weeks. During that suspension period, the individual or team or club is suspended from the playing of any cricket within Devon and any cricket elsewhere that comes under the auspices of the ECB.
Level 1 and Level 2: Clubs will be requested by the DCL to take the appropriate action for any Level 1 and Level 2 offences that have been reported by the Umpires. Clubs will be advised of the minimum action to be taken and will be requested to inform the DCL when they have taken such action. Of course, Clubs can always apply additional or stronger penalties in regard to breaches of the Code of Conduct.
Level 3 and Level 4: In the case of Level 3 or 4 offences that have been reported by the Umpires, the Discipline Officer will convene a three person Disciplinary Panel. The MCC Laws of Cricket and the DCL Playing Regulations lay down when Umpires are required to raise reports. Umpires – whether independently appointed or not, members of DACO or not – are requested not to shirk this important duty. Once a report has been received by the DCL, the DCL Discipline Officer will decide what then follows. The DCL Discipline Officer, Playing Regulations and Rules Secretary and Secretary can always be asked for advice and guidance.
171 Discipline “Flow” Diagram
Event Action By A Level Breach First and Final Warning Umpires Repeat Level Breach Report to be written Umpires Inform Club official(s) Umpires Inform DCL Secretary Umpires (This to be done within 24 hours of the end of the match by phone/text/email) Forward Report to DCL Secretary Umpires (This to be done within 72 hours of the end of the match by mail/email)
Receipt of Report Forward to Discipline Officer & DCL Secretary to the Club Discipline Officer Reviews Report and recommends Discipline Officer action to be taken and forwards onto DCL Secretary Secretary DCL Forwards action to be taken by the Club DCL Secretary Club Reviews action and decides and then informs DCL Secretary of decision (i.e. action taken etc.) Club Secretary Result Action taken displayed on DCB Ltd website DCL Secretary
In simple terms: A breach occurs, the Umpires decide to report, they inform the Captain and Player, and at the end of the match they inform the Club Official. The Umpires inform the DCL Secretary a report is on its way. The Umpires write the report, both sign it and forward to the DCL Secretary. The DCL Secretary sends the report to the Discipline Officer and the Secretary of the Club. The Discipline Officer reviews the report and decides on any further action (Club to deal with [and what the Discipline Officer recommends as a penalty], hearing to be convened or no further action). The Discipline Officer’s decision is conveyed via the DCL Secretary to the Club. For Level 1 and Level 2 breaches, it is expected that the Club will administer the Discipline Officer’s penalty recommendation (or a more severe penalty). Having done so, the Club should report the action they have taken to the DCL Secretary so that the Discipline Officer can be informed and the DCB Ltd website updated.
172 Tolchards Devon Cricket League ECB Disciplinary Regulations
CONTENTS
1. AIMS AND JURISDICTION
2. CODE OF CONDUCT AND SPIRIT OF CRICKET
3. BREACHES AND REPORTING
4. PROCEDURE
5. DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS
6. PENALTIES
7. APPEALS
8. NON-PAYMENT OF FINES
9. MUTUAL RECOGNITION OF PENALTIES
10. DATA PROTECTION CONSENT
11. CONFIDENTIALITY
APPENDIX 1 – BREACHES OF DISCIPLINE
173 1. AIMS AND JURISDICTION 1.1 The England & Wales Cricket Board (ECB) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of behaviour and conduct in the game of cricket. The ECB Premier Leagues (the Leagues), including the Devon Cricket League (the League), which operate within the jurisdiction of the ECB, share this commitment and take it very seriously. 1.2 These ECB Premier League Disciplinary Regulations, incorporating the Code of Conduct and Spirit of Cricket (as set out in paragraph 2 below) (Disciplinary Regulations), have been adopted by the Leagues and are intended to provide guidance and ensure uniformity in dealing with any alleged breach of the Code of Conduct. 1.3 The Disciplinary Regulations shall be complied with by all those who participate in the League, including players, clubs, club officials, club members, the Leagues, representatives of the League, umpires and any other person or body who is from time-to-time engaged in cricket-related activities under the auspices of the League (Participants). (For the purposes of paragraph 2 below, ‘players’ shall be deemed to include other Participants if the context of an alleged breach of the Code of Conduct so requires). 1.4 Subject to the mutual recognition provisions (at paragraph 9 below), the League shall be responsible for the enforcement and administration of the Disciplinary Regulations in relation to Participants registered to the League and/or participating in cricket-related activities under its auspices. All Participants, by virtue of their registration with the League (whether directly or via a club) and/or participation in cricket-related activities under the auspices of the League, agree to be bound by the Disciplinary Regulations. 1.5 All Participants are required to cooperate with the Leagues in regard to discipline. Without prejudice to the generality of this requirement, every club shall take all reasonable steps to ensure the proper conduct of its Participants in accordance with the Disciplinary Regulations and shall not act in any way which is prejudicial or detrimental to the interests or reputation of the League(s) or the game of cricket. 1.6 There is nothing in the Disciplinary Regulations preventing or discouraging clubs from applying additional or stronger penalties in regard to breaches of the Code of Conduct beyond those set out in the Disciplinary Regulations, whether or not penalties may apply under the Disciplinary Regulations. To this end, it is important that clubs have their own code of conduct and disciplinary procedures in place. 1.7 At all times it is to be remembered that the core aim of the Disciplinary Regulations is to maintain the highest standards of behaviour and conduct in the game of cricket. The procedures detailed in the Disciplinary Regulations are intended to be fair, straightforward and proportionate to the needs of the Leagues and Participants, respecting fundamental principles of natural justice and fairness but recognising that those involved with the procedures will not
174 typically be, and do not need to be, legally qualified. Therefore, as long as the principles of natural justice and fairness are not infringed, minor practical or technical points will not serve to invalidate the procedure or any decisions or findings under the Disciplinary Regulations. 1.8 In the event that any incident or other matter occurs which is not provided for by the Disciplinary Regulations (whether it relates to conduct, jurisdiction, procedure or penalty), then the Chairman of the League’s Discipline Committee or his nominated deputy (Discipline Officer) or the League’s Disciplinary/Appeal Panel may take such action as considered appropriate in the circumstances, taking into account the specific circumstances and the principles of natural justice and fairness. 1.9 In the event that any alleged breach of the Code of Conduct falls under any other relevant ECB regulations (as may from time-to-time be in force), such as the ECB Safeguarding Complaints and Disciplinary Procedure, or is subject to investigation by the police or other public authority (or analogous body), or is subject to any other legal/regulatory process, the Discipline Officer or the League’s Disciplinary/Appeal Panel may temporarily suspend the procedure under the Disciplinary Regulations.
2. CODE OF CONDUCT AND SPIRIT OF CRICKET 2.1 Code of Conduct 2.1.1 Captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the Spirit of Cricket (as set out in paragraph 2.2) as well as within the Laws. 2.1.2 Players must at all times accept the umpire’s decision. Players must not show dissent at the umpire’s decision or react in a provocative or disapproving manner towards another player or a spectator. 2.1.3 Players shall not intimidate assault or attempt to intimidate or assault an umpire, another Participant or a spectator. 2.1.4 Players shall not use crude and/or abusive language (known as “sledging”), nor make offensive gestures or hand signals, nor deliberately distract an opponent. 2.1.5 Players shall not use language or gestures that offend, insult, humiliate, intimidate, threaten, disparage or vilify another person on the basis of that person’s (or that person’s perceived) age, disability, race (colour and ethnic background), religion or belief, sex (male or female), sexual orientation or gender reassignment. 2.1.6 When the two umpires (be they DACO appointed or club umpires) both hear a player or players using foul and/or abusive language, they will inform the captain that they are issuing a Final Warning for his/her team. The next time ANY player uses foul and/or abusive language that can be heard by both umpires the player concerned and the captain will be reported to the League.
175 It should be stressed that even if the foul and/or abusive language was used in frustration and not directed at any player or official this is no excuse. (The purpose of this section is to enhance the enjoyment and viewing pleasure of spectators, players and officials). 2.1.7 Players shall not use or in any way be concerned in the use or distribution of illegal drugs or other criminal activity. 2.1.8 Participants shall not make any public or media comment which is prejudicial or detrimental to the interests or reputation of other Participants or the game of cricket in general. In this instance, media shall include (but not necessarily be limited to) press, radio, television, external websites, club websites, social networking sites and club match programmes. Nothing in this provision shall prevent any comment which constitutes honest opinion in regard to cricketing matters and which is made in a fair and respectful manner. 2.1.9 Participants shall not publicly disclose or comment upon any alleged breach of this Code of Conduct. 2.1.10 Participants shall not act in any manner which is against the Spirit of Cricket, otherwise improper, or prejudicial or detrimental to the interests or reputation of the League(s) or the game of cricket. 2.2 Spirit of Cricket 2.2.1 Cricket is a game that owes much of its unique appeal to the fact that it should be played not only within its Laws, but also within the spirit of the game. Any action which is seen to abuse this spirit causes injury to the game itself. The major responsibility for ensuring the spirit of fair play rests with the captains. There are two Laws which place the responsibility for a team’s conduct firmly on the captain. Responsibility of Captains The captains are responsible at all times for ensuring that play is conducted within the Spirit of the Game as well as within the Laws. Player’s Conduct In the event of any player failing to comply with the instructions of an umpire, criticising his decision by word or action, showing dissent, or generally behaving in a manner which might bring the game into disrepute, the umpire concerned shall in the first place report the matter to the other umpire and to the player’s captain, requesting the latter to take action. 2.2.2 Fair and Unfair Play According to the Laws the umpires are the sole judges of fair and unfair play. The umpires may intervene at any time, and it is the responsibility of the captain to take action where required.
176 2.2.3 The umpires are authorised to intervene in cases of: • Time wasting • Damaging the pitch • Dangerous or unfair bowling • Tampering with the ball • Any other action that they consider to be unfair 2.2.4 The Spirit of Cricket involves RESPECT for: • Your opponents • Your own captain and team • The role of the umpires • The game’s traditional values 2.2.5 It is against the Spirit of Cricket: • To dispute an umpire’s decision by word, action or gesture • To direct abusive language towards an opponent or umpire • To indulge in cheating or any sharp practice, for instance: – Appeal knowing the batsman is not out; – Advance towards an umpire in an aggressive manner when appealing; and – Seek to distract an opponent either verbally or by harassment with persistent clapping or unnecessary noise under the guise of enthusiasm and motivation of one’s own side. 2.2.6 Violence There is no place for any act of violence on the field of play. 2.2.7 Players Captains and umpires together set the tone for the conduct of a cricket match. Every player is expected to make an important contribution to this. 2.3 Failure to comply with the provisions of the Code of Conduct may lead to disciplinary action, irrespective of a proven breach being related to a match not under the jurisdiction of the League.
3. BREACHES AND REPORTING 3.1 Any Participant in breach of the Code of Conduct shall be liable to penalties in the manner prescribed in the Disciplinary Regulations. 3.2 A breach of the Code of Conduct will normally be categorised as Level 1, 2, 3 or 4, as set out in the Appendix. 3.3 Reporting of Breaches by Umpires 3.3.1 Subject to paragraph 3.3.3, for a first Level 1 breach of the Code of Conduct in a match, the umpire(s) should warn the player as to his/her future conduct and advise him/her and his/her captain that any repetition in the match will result in a formal report.
177 3.3.2 If any player receiving such a warning then commits a further Level 1 breach in the match, the umpire(s) should advise him/her and his/her captain that they will be submitting a formal report. 3.3.3 Should the umpire(s) consider that the first Level 1 breach is sufficiently serious, they have the authority to decide to submit a formal report without having previously issued any warning. The player and his captain should be advised accordingly. 3.3.4 In all instances of any perceived Level 2, 3 or 4 breach, the umpire(s) should complete a formal discipline report. In other words, the umpire(s) should complete a report for a Level 1 breach (First and Final Warning followed by a repetition of the breach = Report), and any Level 2 or Level 3 or Level 4 breach – Note 3.3.3, which provides a discretion to umpires). 3.3.5 Any alleged breach of the Code of Conduct subject to a report by an umpire should be notified by telephone by the umpire to the DCL Secretary within 24 hours of the end of the match. The written report should be sent, preferably by email using the standard discipline form, to the Discipline Officer and be received within 72 hours of the end of the match. 3.4 Reporting of Breaches by Participants 3.4.1 Any allegation of a breach of the Code of Conduct by a Participant made against another Participant which arises from an incident during the course of a match or on the field of play should be reported by a team’s captain to the umpire(s). 3.4.2 Any allegation of a breach of the Code of Conduct by a Participant made against another Participant which does not arise from an incident during the course of a match or on the field of play should, ideally, be notified to the DCL Secretary promptly after the incident giving rise to the allegation. Subject to any direction from the DCL Secretary, a written report should be produced, which should allow the Discipline Officer to understand i) the background to the alleged incident, ii) why a breach of the Code of Conduct is alleged and iii) the Level of breach alleged. Where possible, notifications and reports should be submitted to the DCL Secretary by a Club Secretary or directly through playcricket.com (or in such other manner as may be directed by the DCL Secretary). 3.4.3 The Discipline Officer shall have an overriding discretion to accept or decline reports submitted under paragraph 3.4.2. Save for exceptional circumstances, such reports shall not be accepted relating to any alleged breaches of the Code of Conduct which have been, or could have been, reported by an umpire pursuant to paragraph 3.3.5 (the DCL Secretary may contact an umpire for his observations/views on allegations/the content of any report) or where there has been undue delay in making a notification or report.
178 3.4.4 Any complaints submitted under paragraph 3.4.2 must be made in good faith. The submission of a report which is trivial, vexatious, made for tactical reasons or otherwise improper may itself be treated as a breach of the Code of Conduct under paragraph 2.1.9.
4. PROCEDURE 4.1 The DCL Secretary shall, as soon as reasonably practicable following receipt of a report, inform the Secretary of the club concerned (or other Participant as appropriate in the circumstances) that a report has been made. See “flow” diagram: The umpires render a report, they inform the club concerned and send the report to the DCL Secretary. The DCL Secretary forwards the report to the Discipline Officer and to the Secretary of the club. The Discipline Officer will advise the club, via the DCL Secretary, of the recommended action that should be taken. The Secretary of the club will notify the Discipline Officer, via the DCL Secretary, of the action taken by the club (4.2 below). A key factor here is speed and timeliness. The DCL Secretary is the conduit for all information on the matter. 4.2 Any Level 1 or Level 2 breach of the Code of Conduct should in the first instance be dealt with by the Participant’s club (in accordance with the guideline penalties detailed at paragraph 6 below), and the Secretary of the club shall notify the DCL Secretary within 48 hours of any action taken by the club or which it proposes to take. 4.3 Within 48 hours of receipt of notification from the Secretary of the club as to its action or proposed action, the Discipline Officer shall consider the matter and resolve: i. To take no further action except to record the complaint and notify the club of his decision; or ii. To endorse any action taken by the club and confirm that no further action is required; or iii. To refer the matter for a full disciplinary hearing (Disciplinary Hearing). Level 3 or 4 complaints will automatically be subject to a Disciplinary Hearing.
5. DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS 5.1 At least seven days’ notice in writing of the Disciplinary Hearing shall be given to the Participant, either directly or via the Secretary of his/her club as appropriate. The notice shall specify the alleged breach(es) of the Code of Conduct and the Level(s) of the alleged breach(es). 5.2 Where a charge against a player is referred to a Disciplinary Hearing, his/her captain and club may be charged separately under their responsibilities as set out in the Code of Conduct above. 5.3 In any case which is referred for a Disciplinary Hearing, the Discipline Officer shall convene the Disciplinary Hearing within 14 days of the decision to
179 refer. Any delay may only be granted at the discretion of the Chairman of the Disciplinary Panel (appointed in accordance with paragraph 5.6). 5.4 The accused Participant shall be entitled: – To submit written statements ahead of the Disciplinary Hearing; – To attend the Disciplinary Hearing; – To state his/her case (in the case of a club, by its secretary or other official); and – To be legally represented or supported by a colleague; and – To call witnesses. 5.5 If the Participant is to have representation present at the Disciplinary Hearing then the details of that representation must be given to the DCL Secretary not less than 48 hours before the date of the hearing. 5.6 The Disciplinary Hearing shall be conducted by a Disciplinary Panel appointed by the Discipline Officer and shall consist of not less than three persons and not more than five persons drawn from a list approved by the League’s Management Committee. The Discipline Officer shall appoint one of the Disciplinary Panel members to act as Chairman of the Disciplinary Panel. None of the Disciplinary Panel should be connected with the Participant or any relevant opponent at the time of the alleged breach, or any Participant who might directly benefit from any disciplinary action. 5.7 A Participant involved in disciplinary proceedings will be solely responsible for meeting such costs or expenses as it or they may incur, including the cost of any legal or other representation. 5.8 The standard of proof shall be on the balance of probabilities.
6. PENALTIES 6.1 If at a Disciplinary Hearing a breach of the Code of Conduct is proved, the Disciplinary Panel shall have the power to impose one or more of the following penalties, together with such order as to costs as it deems appropriate: In the case of a Player: – To require the player to submit appropriate letter(s) of apology within a specified time; – To record a reprimand and to give a warning as to future conduct; – To impose a fine, not to exceed £500; – To suspend the player for one or more specified matches and/or for a stated period of time. In the DCL (as a guide) 1 match = 1 week suspension; – To deduct League points from the player’s team. In the DCL 2 points minimum; and – To expel the player from the League.
180 As a guideline only the following penalties should be expected in regard to suspensions for matches. (For clarity, a match is a DCL match, thus a 2 match suspension equates to a suspension of 2 weeks): Level 1 2 to 6 matches (Average 2 week suspension, team 2 points) Level 2 3 to 8 matches (Average 3 week suspension, team 3 points) Level 3 4 to 10 matches (Average 10 week suspension, team 5 points) Level 4 A minimum of 10 matches (Average 10 week suspension, team 20 points) In the case of a Club: – To require the club to submit appropriate letter(s) of apology within a specified time; – To record a reprimand and to give a warning as to future conduct; – To impose a fine; – To deduct League points from the club’s team; – To expel the club from any competitions of the League; and – To relegate to any lower division of the League or to a ‘linked’ League In the case of any other Participant: – To require the Participant to submit appropriate letter(s) of apology within a specified time; – To record a reprimand and to give a warning as to future conduct; – To impose a fine, not to exceed £500; – To suspend the Participant for one or more specified matches and/ or for a stated period of time; – To deduct League points from the Participant’s team; and – To expel the Participant from the League. 6.2 Panels may take the following factors into account when determining the penalties to be imposed: – If the accused Participant has pleaded guilty; – The Participant’s previous disciplinary record; – The position of the Participant (for example, if a player is a captain); – The conduct of the Participant subsequent to him/her being warned and told that he/she will be reported; – In any case involving a player, the regularity with which the player plays cricket and at what level(s) of cricket he/she plays (for example, a fixed period suspension of two weeks is likely to have a more serious impact upon an ECB registered cricketer who plays regularly when compared to a purely recreational player who plays infrequently); – Whether conduct occurred on or off the field of play. (As a guideline only, conduct occurring off the field of play will typically, save where there are significant aggravating factors, be more appropriately dealt with by the imposition of a fine); and – Any other mitigating or aggravating factors relevant to the circumstances of the breach.
181 6.3 The Disciplinary Panel shall have the power to suspend the operation of any part, or all, of the penalty it imposes for such period and subject to such terms and conditions it deems appropriate. 6.4 Where applicable, penalties may be carried over to apply in the following season. 6.5 Decisions of the Disciplinary Panel (a finding that a complaint is proved or not proved or a decision on penalty) shall be by majority vote; where necessary the Disciplinary Panel Chairman shall have a casting vote. 6.6 In accordance with the Cricket Discipline Commission (CDC) Regulations, it is envisaged that in any case where a suspension is lawfully imposed upon an ECB registered cricketer by the Disciplinary Panel such a suspension shall be recognised by the CDC. ECB registered cricketers have a right of appeal to an Appeal Panel of the CDC and, in the event a suspension is imposed upon an ECB registered cricketer by the Disciplinary Panel, the Discipline Officer shall, as soon as practicable, report the matter in writing to i) the ECB Head of Cricket Operations (First Class) and ii) the ECB Head of Non- First Class Cricket.
7. APPEALS 7.1 Where a breach of the Code of Conduct has been proved at a Disciplinary Hearing, a Participant shall have the right of appeal. This right should only be exercised in good faith upon reasonable grounds. Where more than one Participant (e.g. a player and his club) appeals in relation to the same incident, they must do so separately. 7.2 A notice of appeal setting out the grounds must be given in writing to the Discipline Officer within seven days of the decision of the Disciplinary Panel being communicated to the Participant in writing, together with a deposit. The amount of the deposit shall be £250 for each Club and £100 for each other Participant exercising their right of appeal. 7.3 If a notice of appeal is given, the penalty shall not take effect pending the hearing of the appeal, which shall take place as soon as is practicable and in any event within 14 days of receipt of notice of the appeal. 7.4 The appeal shall be by way of a new hearing before an Appeal Panel (Appeal Hearing). The Appeal Panel shall be appointed by the Discipline Officer and shall consist of not less than three persons and not more than five persons drawn from a list approved by the League’s Management Committee. The Discipline Officer shall appoint one of the Appeal Panel members to act as Chairman of the Appeal Panel. None of the Panel should have been part of the original Disciplinary Panel, be connected with the Participant or any relevant opponent at the time of the alleged breach, or any Participant who might directly benefit from any disciplinary action. The Participant shall have the same rights of attendance and representation, and to call witnesses as they had before the Disciplinary Panel.
182 7.5 If the Participant is to have representation present at the hearing then the details of that representation must be given to the Discipline Officer not less than 7 days before the date of the hearing. 7.6 Non-attendance at the Appeal Hearing by a Participant without good and valid reason for such non-attendance will automatically result in forfeiture of their right of appeal. 7.7 The Appeals Panel may confirm, vary or reverse the decision of the Disciplinary Panel and it shall have the power to increase the penalty and award costs of the Appeal Hearing and forfeit the whole or part of the deposit (in reaching its decision, the Appeal Panel may have regard to whether the right of appeal was exercised in good faith and upon reasonable grounds). Decisions of the Appeal Panel shall be by majority vote; where necessary, the Chairman shall have a casting vote. 7.8 The decision of the Appeals Panel shall be final and binding.
8. NON-PAYMENT OF FINES 8.1 Any fine levied must be paid to the Treasurer of the League within 28 days of the club being notified of such fine. 8.2 Any fines still outstanding at the end of that 28 day period shall be increased by 100% of the original fine. At the end of that period the Secretary or Chairman of the offending club shall be notified to the effect that the fine is outstanding and given a reminder that, if after a further period of 14 days from that reminder the fine is still outstanding, a deduction of five points shall be made in regard to the team from which the fine arose (or, if the fine does not arise from a particular team, the club’s first team).
9. MUTUAL RECOGNITION OF PENALTIES 9.1 The League and clubs shall mutually recognise and give full effect to any penalty imposed by the Disciplinary and Appeal Panels of the Leagues (as defined at paragraph 1.1). 9.2 The League and clubs shall recognise and give effect to penalties imposed pursuant to any disciplinary or relevant regulations of all competitions under the auspices of County Cricket Boards, as defined and listed in the ECB’s Articles of Association from time-to-time, and any other competitions as directed by the ECB from time-to-time (the Recognised Competitions). 9.3 The League and clubs shall mutually recognise and give full effect to any disciplinary penalty imposed by the following competitions, which shall also be Recognised Competitions: • ECB Premier Leagues • National Club Championship • National Club T20 Competition • U19 T20 Blast
183 9.4 For the purposes of this paragraph 9, a Participant may not play in matches under the auspices of the League whilst serving a suspension given by any other of the Leagues or a Recognised Competition. For the avoidance of doubt, in the event any other of the Leagues or a Recognised Competition suspends a player for a consecutive number of matches or for a period of time, that player may not play in any matches under the auspices of the League until that suspension has been served. 9.5 In order to give effect to the mutual recognition of penalties between the Leagues and Recognised Competitions, the League may report and receive information in regard to penalties imposed upon Participants pursuant to the Disciplinary Regulations to and from the ECB and Recognised Competitions. Information will be shared about the penalties imposed on Participants on a ‘need-to-know’ basis with such Participants and other persons/bodies as are necessary to give effect to the penalty. 9.6 In addition, in Devon as agreed by the Devon Disciplinary Group, a Participant (player that has been suspended) may not play in any matches in any cricket either in the county or for the Devon County Cricket Club. This does not stop the participant from practicing or engaging in coaching or assisting cricket to be played.
10. DATA PROTECTION CONSENT Each Participant shall be deemed to have agreed, for the purposes of the General Data Protection Regulation 2018 and otherwise, that their personal data may be processed and disclosed in accordance with, and for the purposes of the implementation of, the Disciplinary Regulations.
11. CONFIDENTIALITY 11.1 All disciplinary proceedings which take place under the Disciplinary Regulations shall be confidential and shall take place in private. 11.2 The Leagues and the ECB shall have the right to publish any written decision of a Disciplinary Panel or Appeal Panel, including (but not necessarily limited to) publication on their websites, and Participants shall be deemed to have consented to such publication.
APPENDIX – BREACHES OF DISCIPLINE Certain conduct, whether on or off the field of play of play, amounting to a breach of the Laws of Cricket and/or the Spirit of Cricket has been categorised into four levels which are set out below: Unacceptable Conduct The umpires shall act upon any unacceptable conduct. Four Levels of offence and the corresponding actions by the umpires are identified as Level 1, Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 offences.
184 If either umpire considers that the conduct of a player, at any time during the match, is unacceptable, the umpire concerned shall call and signal Dead ball. This call may be delayed until the umpire is satisfied that it will not disadvantage the non-offending side. The umpire concerned shall report the matter to the other umpire and together they shall decide whether misconduct has occurred. If so, they shall determine into which of the Levels the conduct falls, and then apply the related sanctions. For each Level 1 to 4, if the offence is by a batsman, the umpires shall summon the offending player’s captain to the field. Solely for the purpose of this Law, the batsmen at the wicket may not deputise for their captain. Level 1 Offences and Action by Umpires Any of the following actions by a player shall constitute a Level 1 offence: – Wilfully mistreating any part of the cricket ground, equipment or implements used in the match; – Showing dissent at an umpire’s decision by word or action; – Using language that, in the circumstances, is obscene, offensive or insulting; – Making an obscene gesture; – Appealing excessively; – Advancing towards an umpire in an aggressive manner when appealing; – Any other misconduct, the nature of which is, in the opinion of the umpires, equivalent to a Level 1 offence. If such an offence is committed, the following actions shall be implemented as appropriate, according to whether or not it is the first offence at any Level: – The umpire shall call Time, if necessary; – Together the umpires shall summon and inform the offending player’s captain that an offence at this Level has occurred; – If the Level 1 offence is the first offence, at any Level, by that team, the umpire shall issue a first and final warning which shall apply to all members of the team for the remainder of the match; – Warn the offending player’s captain that any further Level 1 offence by any member of his/her team shall result in the award of 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team; – If the Level 1 offence follows an offence, at any Level, by that team, the umpire shall award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team; – As soon as practicable the umpire shall call Play. The umpires together shall report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the Executive of the offending player’s team and to any Governing Body responsible for the match, who shall take such further action as is considered appropriate against the captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the team.
185 Level 2 Offences and Action by Umpires Any of the following actions by a player shall constitute a Level 2 offence: – Showing serious dissent at an umpire’s decision by word or action; – Making inappropriate and deliberate physical contact with another player; – Throwing the ball at a player, umpire or another person in an inappropriate and dangerous manner; – Using language or gesture to another player, umpire, team official or spectator that, in the circumstances, is obscene or of a seriously insulting nature; – Any other misconduct, the nature of which is, in the opinion of the umpires, equivalent to a Level 2 offence. If such an offence is committed, the following actions shall be implemented: – The umpire shall call Time, if necessary; – Together the umpires shall summon and inform the offending player’s captain that an offence at this Level has occurred; – The umpire shall award 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team; – The umpire shall warn the offending player’s captain that any future Level 1 offence by any member of his/her team shall result in the award of 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team; – As soon as practicable the umpire shall call Play. The umpires together shall report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the Executive of the offending player’s team and to any Governing Body responsible for the match, who shall take such further action as is considered appropriate against the captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the team. Level 3 Offences and Action by Umpires Either of the following actions by a player shall constitute a Level 3 offence: – Intimidating an umpire by language or gesture; – Threatening to assault a player or any other person except an umpire. If such an offence is committed, the following actions shall be implemented: – The umpire shall call Time, if necessary; – Together the umpires shall summon and inform the offending player’s captain that an offence at this Level has occurred; – The umpires shall direct the captain to remove the offending player immediately from the field of play for a period in accordance with the following: In a match where the innings are not limited to a number of overs, the player shall be suspended from the field of play for 10 overs. In a match where the innings are limited to a number of overs, the player shall be suspended for one fifth of the number of overs allocated to the current
186 innings at its commencement. If, in calculating the length of the suspension, a part-over results, it shall be considered as a whole over. Furthermore, any balls remaining in the over in progress at the time of suspension shall not count towards the overs for which the player is suspended. If the offending player is a fielder, no substitute shall be allowed for him/her. The offending player may return to the field of play after serving the period of suspension and may bowl immediately. If a bowler is suspended mid-over, then that over must be completed by a different bowler, who shall not have bowled the previous over nor shall he/she bowl the next over. If the offending player is a not out batsman, he/she shall be replaced by another member of his/her team. The offending player may return to bat after having served the suspension only at the fall of a wicket. If no batsman is available to bat during a batsman’s suspension, the innings is completed. If the offending player does not continue his/her innings for whatever reason, he/she is to be recorded as Retired – Not Out. If the offending player is a dismissed member of the batting side, the period of suspension will not commence until the start of the next innings. Furthermore, in these circumstances, the offending player may not act as a runner during the innings when he/she was suspended. Warn the offending player’s captain that any future Level 1 offence shall result in the award of 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team. Any overs remaining to be served from a suspension shall be carried forward to the next and subsequent innings of the match. A part-over at the end of the innings shall not count towards the overs for which the player is suspended. As soon as practicable, the umpire shall: – Award 5 Penalty Runs to the opposing team; – Signal the Level 3 penalty to the scorers; – Call Play. The umpires together shall report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the Executive of the offending player’s team and to any Governing Body responsible for the match, who shall take such further action as is considered appropriate against the captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the team. Level 4 Offences and Action by Umpires Any of the following actions by a player shall constitute a Level 4 offence: – Threatening to assault an umpire; – Making inappropriate and deliberate physical contact with an umpire; – Physically assaulting a player or any other person; – Committing any other act of violence.
187 If such an offence is committed, the following actions shall be implemented: – The umpire shall call Time, if necessary; – Together the umpires shall summon and inform the offending player’s captain that an offence at this Level has occurred; – The umpires shall direct the captain to remove the offending player immediately from the field of play for the remainder of the match and shall apply the following: If the offending player is a fielder, no substitute shall be allowed for him/ her. He/she is to be recorded as Retired – Out at the commencement of any subsequent innings in which his/her team is the batting side. If a bowler is suspended mid-over, then that over must be completed by a different bowler, who shall not have bowled the previous over nor shall be permitted to bowl the next over. If the offending player is a batsman he/she is to be recorded as Retired – Out in the current innings, unless he/she has been dismissed under any of Laws 32 to 39, and at the commencement of any subsequent innings in which his/her team is the batting side. If no further batsman is available to bat, the innings is completed. Warn the offending player’s captain that any future Level 1 offence shall result in the award of 5 Penalty runs to the opposing team. As soon as practicable, the umpire shall – Award 5 Penalty Runs to the opposing team; – Signal the Level 4 penalty to the scorers; – Call Play. The umpires together shall report the occurrence as soon as possible after the match to the Executive of the offending player’s team and to any Governing Body responsible for the match, who shall take such further action as is considered appropriate against the captain, any other individuals concerned and, if appropriate, the team. Captain refusing to remove a Player from the Field If a captain refuses to carry out an instruction to remove a player from the field, the umpires shall invoke Law 16.3 (Umpires awarding a match). If both captains refuse to carry out instructions to remove a player from the field, in respect of the same incident, the umpires shall instruct the players to leave the field. The match is not concluded and there shall be no result. Additional points relating to Level 3 and Level 4 Offences: If a player, while acting as wicket-keeper, commits a Level 3 or Level 4 offence, substitute fielders shall not apply, meaning that only a nominated player may act as wicket-keeper, even if another fielder becomes injured or ill and is replaced by a substitute.
188 A nominated player who has a substitute or runner will also suffer the penalty for any Level 3 or Level 4 offence committed by the substitute or runner. However, only the substitute or runner will be reported. Where any alleged breach falls outside the conduct above, whether on or off the field, the Discipline Officer shall determine the appropriate Level with reference to the following factors: • The level of harm caused (or potentially caused) to the interests or reputation of the League(s) or the game of cricket in general; • Whether any alleged language used or gesture made may offend, insult, humiliate, intimidate, threaten, disparage or vilify another person on the basis of that person’s (or that person’s perceived) age, race, religion, sexual orientation, colour, descent or national or ethnic origin; • Whether it is alleged that any conduct was intended to cause physical harm to another person, or such harm was reasonably foreseeable; • Whether it is alleged that any conduct was intended to cause distress to another person, or such distress was reasonably foreseeable; • Whether it is alleged that any behaviour caused harm to a child, or such harm was reasonably foreseeable; • The level of harm/distress the alleged conduct caused (or may have caused) to another person; • Whether it is alleged that any conduct was criminal or otherwise unlawful; and • Any other factor relevant to the particular circumstances of the alleged conduct. In determining the appropriate Level, it is again to be remembered that the core aim of the Disciplinary Regulations is to maintain the highest standards of behaviour and conduct in the game of cricket. The Level determined for an alleged breach of the Code of Conduct should be proportionate to achieve that core aim. Social Media For the avoidance of doubt, any postings online and/or on social media (Twitter, Facebook or similar/equivalent platforms) also fall to be determined in accordance with the factors above. In relation to such cases, it should be noted: • Participants are to be considered responsible for any posting(s) on their social media account(s) which are caught by the factors detailed above (the fact that a posting may have been made by someone else in the Participant’s name will not necessarily prevent disciplinary action being taken);
189 • Disciplinary action may result from repeating comments made on social media by others (e.g. ‘re-tweeting’) which are caught by the factors detailed above; and • The deleting of any inappropriate content, whilst advisable, does not of itself prevent disciplinary action being taken.
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A division of Tel: +44 (0) 1579 320808 Web: www.oxbridgeballs.co.uk Fax: +44 (0) 1579 320802 Email: [email protected] Fixtures – 2020
PREMIER DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Sandford v Hatherleigh Plymouth v Cornwood Heathcoat v Exeter Paignton v Exmouth Plymouth v Paignton Hatherleigh v Sidmouth Cornwood v Bovey Tracey Sandford v Heathcoat Sidmouth v Exmouth Bovey Tracey v Exeter
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Exmouth v Heathcoat Plymouth v Sandford Hatherleigh v Plymouth Exmouth v Exeter Exeter v Sidmouth Cornwood v Hatherleigh Paignton v Cornwood Sidmouth v Bovey Tracey Bovey Tracey v Sandford Heathcoat v Paignton
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Sidmouth v Heathcoat Sidmouth v Sandford Plymouth v Bovey Tracey Paignton v Bovey Tracey Sandford v Exeter Heathcoat v Hatherleigh Hatherleigh v Paignton Exmouth v Plymouth Cornwood v Exmouth Exeter v Cornwood
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Heathcoat v Cornwood Cornwood v Sidmouth Bovey Tracey v Hatherleigh Bovey Tracey v Exmouth Exmouth v Sandford Hatherleigh v Exeter Exeter v Plymouth Sandford v Paignton Paignton v Sidmouth Plymouth v Heathcoat
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Cornwood v Sandford Hatherleigh v Sandford Exeter v Paignton Exeter v Heathcoat Sidmouth v Plymouth Paignton v Plymouth Heathcoat v Bovey Tracey Bovey Tracey v Cornwood Exmouth v Hatherleigh Exmouth v Sidmouth
192 Fixtures – 2020
PREMIER DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Heathcoat v Exmouth Cornwood v Plymouth Plymouth v Hatherleigh Exmouth v Paignton Sidmouth v Exeter Sidmouth v Hatherleigh Cornwood v Paignton Heathcoat v Sandford Sandford v Bovey Tracey Exeter v Bovey Tracey
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Heathcoat v Sidmouth Sandford v Plymouth Bovey Tracey v Plymouth Exeter v Exmouth Exeter v Sandford Hatherleigh v Cornwood Paignton v Hatherleigh Bovey Tracey v Sidmouth Exmouth v Cornwood Paignton v Heathcoat
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Cornwood v Heathcoat Sandford v Sidmouth Hatherleigh v Bovey Tracey Bovey Tracey v Paignton Sandford v Exmouth Hatherleigh v Heathcoat Plymouth v Exeter Plymouth v Exmouth Sidmouth v Paignton Cornwood v Exeter
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Sandford v Cornwood Sidmouth v Cornwood Paignton v Exeter Exmouth v Bovey Tracey Plymouth v Sidmouth Exeter v Hatherleigh Bovey Tracey v Heathcoat Paignton v Sandford Hatherleigh v Exmouth Heathcoat v Plymouth
193 Fixtures – 2020
A DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Tavistock v Plympton Seaton v Torquay Cullompton v Barton Bradninch v Budleigh Salterton Seaton v Bradninch Plympton v North Devon Torquay v Abbotskerswell Tavistock v Cullompton North Devon v Budleigh Salterton Abbotskerswell v Barton
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Budleigh Salterton v Cullompton Seaton v Tavistock Plympton v Seaton Budleigh Salterton v Barton Barton v North Devon Torquay v Plympton Bradninch v Torquay North Devon v Abbotskerswell Abbotskerswell v Tavistock Cullompton v Bradninch
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 North Devon v Cullompton North Devon v Tavistock Seaton v Abbotskerswell Bradninch v Abbotskerswell Tavistock v Barton Cullompton v Plympton Plympton v Bradninch Budleigh Salterton v Seaton Torquay v Budleigh Salterton Barton v Torquay
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Cullompton v Torquay Torquay v North Devon Abbotskerswell v Plympton Abbotskerswell v Budleigh Salterton Budleigh Salterton v Tavistock Plympton v Barton Barton v Seaton Tavistock v Bradninch Bradninch v North Devon Seaton v Cullompton
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Torquay v Tavistock Plympton v Tavistock Barton v Bradninch Barton v Cullompton North Devon v Seaton Bradninch v Seaton Cullompton v Abbotskerswell Abbotskerswell v Torquay Budleigh Salterton v Plympton Budleigh Salterton v North Devon
194 Fixtures – 2020
A DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Cullompton v Budleigh Salterton Torquay v Seaton Seaton v Plympton Budleigh Salterton v Bradninch North Devon v Barton North Devon v Plympton Torquay v Bradninch Cullompton v Tavistock Tavistock v Abbotskerswell Barton v Abbotskerswell
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Cullompton v North Devon Tavistock v Seaton Abbotskerswell v Seaton Barton v Budleigh Salterton Barton v Tavistock Plympton v Torquay Bradninch v Plympton Abbotskerswell v North Devon Budleigh Salterton v Torquay Bradninch v Cullompton
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Torquay v Cullompton Tavistock v North Devon Plympton v Abbotskerswell Abbotskerswell v Bradninch Tavistock v Budleigh Salterton Plympton v Cullompton Seaton v Barton Seaton v Budleigh Salterton North Devon v Bradninch Torquay v Barton
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Tavistock v Torquay North Devon v Torquay Bradninch v Barton Budleigh Salterton v Abbotskerswell Seaton v North Devon Barton v Plympton Abbotskerswell v Cullompton Bradninch v Tavistock Plympton v Budleigh Salterton Cullompton v Seaton
195 Fixtures – 2020
B DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Thorverton v Heathcoat II Plymstock v Kilmington Ivybridge v Dartington & Totnes Chudleigh v Ipplepen Plymstock v Chudleigh Heathcoat II v Bovey Tracey II Kilmington v Bideford Thorverton v Ivybridge Bovey Tracey II v Ipplepen Bideford v Dartington & Totnes
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Ipplepen v Ivybridge Plymstock v Thorverton Heathcoat II v Plymstock Ipplepen v Dartington & Totnes Dartington & Totnes v Bovey Tracey II Kilmington v Heathcoat II Chudleigh v Kilmington Bovey Tracey II v Bideford Bideford v Thorverton Ivybridge v Chudleigh
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Bovey Tracey II v Ivybridge Bovey Tracey II v Thorverton Plymstock v Bideford Chudleigh v Bideford Thorverton v Dartington & Totnes Ivybridge v Heathcoat II Heathcoat II v Chudleigh Ipplepen v Plymstock Kilmington v Ipplepen Dartington & Totnes v Kilmington
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Ivybridge v Kilmington Kilmington v Bovey Tracey II Bideford v Heathcoat II Bideford v Ipplepen Ipplepen v Thorverton Heathcoat II v Dartington & Totnes Dartington & Totnes v Plymstock Thorverton v Chudleigh Chudleigh v Bovey Tracey II Plymstock v Ivybridge
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Kilmington v Thorverton Heathcoat II v Thorverton Dartington & Totnes v Chudleigh Dartington & Totnes v Ivybridge Bovey Tracey II v Plymstock Chudleigh v Plymstock Ivybridge v Bideford Bideford v Kilmington Ipplepen v Heathcoat II Ipplepen v Bovey Tracey II
196 Fixtures – 2020
B DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Ivybridge v Ipplepen Kilmington v Plymstock Plymstock v Heathcoat II Ipplepen v Chudleigh Bovey Tracey II v Dartington & Totnes Bovey Tracey II v Heathcoat II Kilmington v Chudleigh Ivybridge v Thorverton Thorverton v Bideford Dartington & Totnes v Bideford
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Ivybridge v Bovey Tracey II Thorverton v Plymstock Bideford v Plymstock Dartington & Totnes v Ipplepen Dartington & Totnes v Thorverton Heathcoat II v Kilmington Chudleigh v Heathcoat II Bideford v Bovey Tracey II Ipplepen v Kilmington Chudleigh v Ivybridge
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Kilmington v Ivybridge Thorverton v Bovey Tracey II Heathcoat II v Bideford Bideford v Chudleigh Thorverton v Ipplepen Heathcoat II v Ivybridge Plymstock v Dartington & Totnes Plymstock v Ipplepen Bovey Tracey II v Chudleigh Kilmington v Dartington & Totnes
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Thorverton v Kilmington Bovey Tracey II v Kilmington Chudleigh v Dartington & Totnes Ipplepen v Bideford Plymstock v Bovey Tracey II Dartington & Totnes v Heathcoat II Bideford v Ivybridge Chudleigh v Thorverton Heathcoat II v Ipplepen Ivybridge v Plymstock
197 Fixtures – 2020
C (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Exmouth II v Whimple Exeter II v Upottery Ottery St Mary v Braunton Shobrooke Park v Sandford II Exeter II v Shobrooke Park Whimple v Clyst St George Upottery v Sidmouth II Exmouth II v Ottery St Mary Clyst St George v Sandford II Sidmouth II v Braunton
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Sandford II v Ottery St Mary Exeter II v Exmouth II Whimple v Exeter II Sandford II v Braunton Braunton v Clyst St George Upottery v Whimple Shobrooke Park v Upottery Clyst St George v Sidmouth II Sidmouth II v Exmouth II Ottery St Mary v Shobrooke Park
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Clyst St George v Ottery St Mary Clyst St George v Exmouth II Exeter II v Sidmouth II Shobrooke Park v Sidmouth II Exmouth II v Braunton Ottery St Mary v Whimple Whimple v Shobrooke Park Sandford II v Exeter II Upottery v Sandford II Braunton v Upottery
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Ottery St Mary v Upottery Upottery v Clyst St George Sidmouth II v Whimple Sidmouth II v Sandford II Sandford II v Exmouth II Whimple v Braunton Braunton v Exeter II Exmouth II v Shobrooke Park Shobrooke Park v Clyst St George Exeter II v Ottery St Mary
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Upottery v Exmouth II Whimple v Exmouth II Braunton v Shobrooke Park Braunton v Ottery St Mary Clyst St George v Exeter II Shobrooke Park v Exeter II Ottery St Mary v Sidmouth II Sidmouth II v Upottery Sandford II v Whimple Sandford II v Clyst St George
198 Fixtures – 2020
C (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Ottery St Mary v Sandford II Upottery v Exeter II Exeter II v Whimple Sandford II v Shobrooke Park Clyst St George v Braunton Clyst St George v Whimple Upottery v Shobrooke Park Ottery St Mary v Exmouth II Exmouth II v Sidmouth II Braunton v Sidmouth II
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Ottery St Mary v Clyst St George Exmouth II v Exeter II Sidmouth II v Exeter II Braunton v Sandford II Braunton v Exmouth II Whimple v Upottery Shobrooke Park v Whimple Sidmouth II v Clyst St George Sandford II v Upottery Shobrooke Park v Ottery St Mary
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Upottery v Ottery St Mary Exmouth II v Clyst St George Whimple v Sidmouth II Sidmouth II v Shobrooke Park Exmouth II v Sandford II Whimple v Ottery St Mary Exeter II v Braunton Exeter II v Sandford II Clyst St George v Shobrooke Park Upottery v Braunton
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Exmouth II v Upottery Clyst St George v Upottery Shobrooke Park v Braunton Sandford II v Sidmouth II Exeter II v Clyst St George Braunton v Whimple Sidmouth II v Ottery St Mary Shobrooke Park v Exmouth II Whimple v Sandford II Ottery St Mary v Exeter II
199 Fixtures – 2020
C (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Brixham v Bridestowe Shaldon Optimists v Paignton II Hatherleigh II v Plymouth II Cornwood II v Stoke Gabriel Shaldon Optimists v Cornwood II Bridestowe v South Devon Paignton II v Ashburton Brixham v Hatherleigh II South Devon v Stoke Gabriel Ashburton v Plymouth II
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Stoke Gabriel v Hatherleigh II Shaldon Optimists v Brixham Bridestowe v Shaldon Optimists Stoke Gabriel v Plymouth II Plymouth II v South Devon Paignton II v Bridestowe Cornwood II v Paignton II South Devon v Ashburton Ashburton v Brixham Hatherleigh II v Cornwood II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 South Devon v Hatherleigh II South Devon v Brixham Shaldon Optimists v Ashburton Cornwood II v Ashburton Brixham v Plymouth II Hatherleigh II v Bridestowe Bridestowe v Cornwood II Stoke Gabriel v Shaldon Optimists Paignton II v Stoke Gabriel Plymouth II v Paignton II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Hatherleigh II v Paignton II Paignton II v South Devon Ashburton v Bridestowe Ashburton v Stoke Gabriel Stoke Gabriel v Brixham Bridestowe v Plymouth II Plymouth II v Shaldon Optimists Brixham v Cornwood II Cornwood II v South Devon Shaldon Optimists v Hatherleigh II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Paignton II v Brixham Bridestowe v Brixham Plymouth II v Cornwood II Plymouth II v Hatherleigh II South Devon v Shaldon Optimists Cornwood II v Shaldon Optimists Hatherleigh II v Ashburton Ashburton v Paignton II Stoke Gabriel v Bridestowe Stoke Gabriel v South Devon
200 Fixtures – 2020
C (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Hatherleigh II v Stoke Gabriel Paignton II v Shaldon Optimists Shaldon Optimists v Bridestowe Stoke Gabriel v Cornwood II South Devon v Plymouth II South Devon v Bridestowe Paignton II v Cornwood II Hatherleigh II v Brixham Brixham v Ashburton Plymouth II v Ashburton
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Hatherleigh II v South Devon Brixham v Shaldon Optimists Ashburton v Shaldon Optimists Plymouth II v Stoke Gabriel Plymouth II v Brixham Bridestowe v Paignton II Cornwood II v Bridestowe Ashburton v South Devon Stoke Gabriel v Paignton II Cornwood II v Hatherleigh II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Paignton II v Hatherleigh II Brixham v South Devon Bridestowe v Ashburton Ashburton v Cornwood II Brixham v Stoke Gabriel Bridestowe v Hatherleigh II Shaldon Optimists v Plymouth II Shaldon Optimists v Stoke Gabriel South Devon v Cornwood II Paignton II v Plymouth II
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Brixham v Paignton II South Devon v Paignton II Cornwood II v Plymouth II Stoke Gabriel v Ashburton Shaldon Optimists v South Devon Plymouth II v Bridestowe Ashburton v Hatherleigh II Cornwood II v Brixham Bridestowe v Stoke Gabriel Hatherleigh II v Shaldon Optimists
201 Fixtures – 2020
D (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Alphington & C Wear Chardstock v Kentisbeare Sidmouth III v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Barnstaple & Pilton v Feniton Chardstock v Barnstaple & Pilton Alphington & C Wear v Clyst Hydon Kentisbeare v North Devon II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Sidmouth III Clyst Hydon v Feniton North Devon II v Uplyme & Lyme Regis
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Feniton v Sidmouth III Chardstock v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Alphington & C Wear v Chardstock Feniton v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Clyst Hydon Kentisbeare v Alphington & C Wear Barnstaple & Pilton v Kentisbeare Clyst Hydon v North Devon II North Devon II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Sidmouth III v Barnstaple & Pilton
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Clyst Hydon v Sidmouth III Clyst Hydon v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Chardstock v North Devon II Barnstaple & Pilton v North Devon II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Sidmouth III v Alphington & C Wear Alphington & C Wear v Barnstaple & Pilton Feniton v Chardstock Kentisbeare v Feniton Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Kentisbeare
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Sidmouth III v Kentisbeare Kentisbeare v Clyst Hydon North Devon II v Alphington & C Wear North Devon II v Feniton Feniton v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Alphington & C Wear v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Chardstock Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Barnstaple & Pilton Barnstaple & Pilton v Clyst Hydon Chardstock v Sidmouth III
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Kentisbeare v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Alphington & C Wear v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Barnstaple & Pilton Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Sidmouth III Clyst Hydon v Chardstock Barnstaple & Pilton v Chardstock Sidmouth III v North Devon II North Devon II v Kentisbeare Feniton v Alphington & C Wear Feniton v Clyst Hydon
202 Fixtures – 2020
D (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Sidmouth III v Feniton Kentisbeare v Chardstock Chardstock v Alphington & C Wear Feniton v Barnstaple & Pilton Clyst Hydon v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Clyst Hydon v Alphington & C Wear Kentisbeare v Barnstaple & Pilton Sidmouth III v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v North Devon II Uplyme & Lyme Regis v North Devon II
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Sidmouth III v Clyst Hydon Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Chardstock North Devon II v Chardstock Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Feniton Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Alphington & C Wear v Kentisbeare Barnstaple & Pilton v Alphington & C Wear North Devon II v Clyst Hydon Feniton v Kentisbeare Barnstaple & Pilton v Sidmouth III
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Kentisbeare v Sidmouth III Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Clyst Hydon Alphington & C Wear v North Devon II North Devon II v Barnstaple & Pilton Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Feniton Alphington & C Wear v Sidmouth III Chardstock v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Chardstock v Feniton Clyst Hydon v Barnstaple & Pilton Kentisbeare v Uplyme & Lyme Regis
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Samp. Peverell & Tiv. v Kentisbeare Clyst Hydon v Kentisbeare Barnstaple & Pilton v Uplyme & Lyme Regis Feniton v North Devon II Chardstock v Clyst Hydon Uplyme & Lyme Regis v Alphington & C Wear North Devon II v Sidmouth III Barnstaple & Pilton v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. Alphington & C Wear v Feniton Sidmouth III v Chardstock
203 Fixtures – 2020
D (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-June WEEK 6 Ipplepen II v Babbacombe Barton II v Chelston & Kingskerswell Plympton II v Plymstock II Whitchurch Way v Kingsbridge Barton II v Whitchurch Wayfarers Babbacombe v Abbotskerswell II Chelston & Kingsk’well v Yelverton Boh Ipplepen II v Plympton II Abbotskerswell II v Kingsbridge Yelverton Bohemians v Plymstock II
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Kingsbridge v Plympton II Barton II v Ipplepen II Babbacombe v Barton II Kingsbridge v Plymstock II Plymstock II v Abbotskerswell II Chelston & Kingsk’well v Babbacombe Whitchurch Way v Chelston & Kings’well Abbotskerswell II v Yelverton Boh Yelverton Bohemians v Ipplepen II Plympton II v Whitchurch Wayfarers
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Abbotskerswell II v Plympton II Abbotskerswell II v Ipplepen II Barton II v Yelverton Bohemians Whitchurch Wayfarers v Yelverton Boh Ipplepen II v Plymstock II Plympton II v Babbacombe Babbacombe v Whitchurch Wayfarers Kingsbridge v Barton II Chelston & Kings’well v Kingsbridge Plymstock II v Chelston & Kingsk’well
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Plympton II v Chelston & Kingsk’well Chelston & Kings v Abbotskerswell II Yelverton Bohemians v Babbacombe Yelverton Bohemians v Kingsbridge Kingsbridge v Ipplepen II Babbacombe v Plymstock II Plymstock II v Barton II Ipplepen II v Whitchurch Wayfarers Whitchurch Way v Abbotskerswell II Barton II v Plympton II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Chelston & Kingsk’well v Ipplepen II Babbacombe v Ipplepen II Plymstock II v Whitchurch Wayfarers Plymstock II v Plympton II Abbotskerswell II v Barton II Whitchurch Wayfarers v Barton II Plympton II v Yelverton Bohemians Yelverton Boh v Chelston & Kingsk’well Kingsbridge v Babbacombe Kingsbridge v Abbotskerswell II
204 Fixtures – 2020
D (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Plympton II v Kingsbridge Chelston & Kingskerswell v Barton II Barton II v Babbacombe Kingsbridge v Whitchurch Way Abbotskerswell II v Plymstock II Abbotskerswell II v Babbacombe Chelston & Kingsk’well v Whitchurch Way Plympton II v Ipplepen II Ipplepen II v Yelverton Bohemians Plymstock II v Yelverton Bohemians
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Plympton II v Abbotskerswell II Ipplepen II v Barton II Yelverton Bohemians v Barton II Plymstock II v Kingsbridge Plymstock II v Ipplepen II Babbacombe v Chelston & Kingsk’well Whitchurch Way v Babbacombe Yelverton Boh v Abbotskerswell II Kingsbridge v Chelston & Kingsk’well Whitchurch Wayfarers v Plympton II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Chelston & Kingsk’well v Plympton II Ipplepen II v Abbotskerswell II Babbacombe v Yelverton Boh Yelverton Boh v Whitchurch Way Ipplepen II v Kingsbridge Babbacombe v Plympton II Barton II v Plymstock II Barton II v Kingsbridge Abbotskerswell II v Whitchurch Way Chelston & Kingsk’well v Plymstock II
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Ipplepen II v Chelston & Kingsk’well Abbotskerswell II v Chelston & Kingsk’well Whitchurch Wayfarers v Plymstock II Kingsbridge v Yelverton Bohemians Barton II v Abbotskerswell II Plymstock II v Babbacombe Yelverton Bohemians v Plympton II Whitchurch Wayfarers v Ipplepen II Babbacombe v Kingsbridge Plympton II v Barton II
205 Fixtures – 2020
E (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Budleigh Sal II v Ottery St Mary II Topsham St James v Bradninch II Axminster Town v Woodbury & NSC Honiton v Thorverton II Topsham St James v Honiton Ottery St Mary II v Bideford II Bradninch II v Clyst St George II Budleigh Sal II v Axminster Town Bideford II v Thorverton II Clyst St George II v Woodbury & NSC
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Thorverton II v Axminster Town Topsham St James v Budleigh Sal II Ottery St Mary II v Topsham St James Thorverton II v Woodbury & NSC Woodbury & Newton SC v Bideford II Bradninch II v Ottery St Mary II Honiton v Bradninch II Bideford II v Clyst St George II Clyst St George II v Budleigh Sal II Axminster Town v Honiton
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Bideford II v Axminster Town Bideford II v Budleigh Salterton II Topsham St James v Clyst St George II Honiton v Clyst St George II Budleigh Sal II v Woodbury & NSC Axminster Town v Ottery St Mary II Ottery St Mary II v Honiton Thorverton II v Topsham St James Bradninch II v Thorverton II Woodbury & NSC v Bradninch II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Axminster Town v Bradninch II Bradninch II v Bideford II Clyst St George II v Ottery St Mary II Clyst St George II v Thorverton II Thorverton II v Budleigh Salterton II Ottery St Mary II v Woodbury & NSC Woodbury & NSC v Topsham St James Budleigh Salterton II v Honiton Honiton v Bideford II Topsham St James v Axminster Town
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Bradninch II v Budleigh Salterton II Ottery St Mary II v Budleigh Sal II Woodbury & Newton SC v Honiton Woodbury & NSC v Axminster Town Bideford II v Topsham St James Honiton v Topsham St James Axminster Town v Clyst St George II Clyst St George II v Bradninch II Thorverton II v Ottery St Mary II Thorverton II v Bideford II
206 Fixtures – 2020
E (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Axminster Town v Thorverton II Bradninch II v Topsham St James Topsham St James v Ottery St Mary II Thorverton II v Honiton Bideford II v Woodbury & Newton SC Bideford II v Ottery St Mary II Bradninch II v Honiton Axminster Town v Budleigh Sal II Budleigh Sal II v Clyst St George II Woodbury & NSC v Clyst St George II
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Axminster Town v Bideford II Budleigh Sal II v Topsham St James Clyst St George II v Topsham St James Woodbury & NSC v Thorverton II Woodbury & NSC v Budleigh Sal II Ottery St Mary II v Bradninch II Honiton v Ottery St Mary II Clyst St George II v Bideford II Thorverton II v Bradninch II Honiton v Axminster Town
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Bradninch II v Axminster Town Budleigh Salterton II v Bideford II Ottery St Mary II v Clyst St George II Clyst St George II v Honiton Budleigh Salterton II v Thorverton II Ottery St Mary II v Axminster Town Topsham St James v Woodbury & NSC Topsham St James v Thorverton II Bideford II v Honiton Bradninch II v Woodbury & N SC
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Budleigh Salterton II v Bradninch II Bideford II v Bradninch II Honiton v Woodbury & Newton SC Thorverton II v Clyst St George II Topsham St James v Bideford II Woodbury & NSC v Ottery St Mary II Clyst St George II v Axminster Town Honiton v Budleigh Salterton II Ottery St Mary II v Thorverton II Axminster Town v Topsham St James
207 Fixtures – 2020
E (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Bovey Tracey III v Ivybridge II Lustleigh v Cornwood III Plymouth CS & Rob v Plymouth III Kenn v Tavistock II Lustleigh v Kenn Ivybridge II v Lewdown Cornwood III v Chagford Bovey Tracey III v Plymouth CS & Rob Lewdown v Tavistock II Chagford v Plymouth III
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Tavistock II v Plymouth CS & Rob Lustleigh v Bovey Tracey III Ivybridge II v Lustleigh Tavistock II v Plymouth III Plymouth III v Lewdown Cornwood III v Ivybridge II Kenn v Cornwood III Lewdown v Chagford Chagford v Bovey Tracey III Plymouth CS & Rob v Kenn
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Lewdown v Plymouth CS & Rob Lewdown v Bovey Tracey III Lustleigh v Chagford Kenn v Chagford Bovey Tracey III v Plymouth III Plymouth CS & Rob v Ivybridge II Ivybridge II v Kenn Tavistock II v Lustleigh Cornwood III v Tavistock II Plymouth III v Cornwood III
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Plymouth CS & Rob v Cornwood III Cornwood III v Lewdown Chagford v Ivybridge II Chagford v Tavistock II Tavistock II v Bovey Tracey III Ivybridge II v Plymouth III Plymouth III v Lustleigh Bovey Tracey III v Kenn Kenn v Lewdown Lustleigh v Plymouth CS & Rob
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Cornwood III v Bovey Tracey III Ivybridge II v Bovey Tracey III Plymouth III v Kenn Plymouth III v Plymouth CS & Rob Lewdown v Lustleigh Kenn v Lustleigh Plymouth CS & Rob v Chagford Chagford v Cornwood III Tavistock II v Ivybridge II Tavistock II v Lewdown
208 Fixtures – 2020
E (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 8-Aug WEEK 15 Plymouth CS & Rob v Tavistock II Cornwood III v Lustleigh Lustleigh v Ivybridge II Tavistock II v Kenn Lewdown v Plymouth III Lewdown v Ivybridge II Cornwood III v Kenn Plymouth CS & Rob v Bovey Tracey III Bovey Tracey III v Chagford Plymouth III v Chagford
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Plymouth CS & Rob v Lewdown Bovey Tracey III v Lustleigh Chagford v Lustleigh Plymouth III v Tavistock II Plymouth III v Bovey Tracey III Ivybridge II v Cornwood III Kenn v Ivybridge II Chagford v Lewdown Tavistock II v Cornwood III Kenn v Plymouth CS & Rob
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Cornwood III v Plymouth CS & Rob Bovey Tracey III v Lewdown Ivybridge II v Chagford Chagford v Kenn Bovey Tracey III v Tavistock II Ivybridge II v Plymouth CS & Rob Lustleigh v Plymouth III Lustleigh v Tavistock II Lewdown v Kenn Cornwood III v Plymouth III
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Bovey Tracey III v Cornwood III Lewdown v Cornwood III Kenn v Plymouth III Tavistock II v Chagford Lustleigh v Lewdown Plymouth III v Ivybridge II Chagford v Plymouth CS & Rob Kenn v Bovey Tracey III Ivybridge II v Tavistock II Plymouth CS & Rob v Lustleigh
209 Fixtures – 2020
F (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 North Devon III v Cullompton II Braunton II v Honiton II Whimple II v Seaton II Upottery II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Braunton II v Upottery II Cullompton II v Exeter III Honiton II v Exwick North Devon III v Whimple II Exeter III v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Exwick v Seaton II
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Whimple II Braunton II v North Devon III Cullompton II v Braunton II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Seaton II Seaton II v Exeter III Honiton II v Cullompton II Upottery II v Honiton II Exeter III v Exwick Exwick v North Devon III Whimple II v Upottery II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Exeter III v Whimple II Exeter III v North Devon III Braunton II v Exwick Upottery II v Exwick North Devon III v Seaton II Whimple II v Cullompton II Cullompton II v Upottery II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Braunton II Honiton II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Seaton II v Honiton II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Whimple II v Honiton II Honiton II v Exeter III Exwick v Cullompton II Exwick v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v N Devon III Cullompton II v Seaton II Seaton II v Braunton II North Devon III v Upottery II Upottery II v Exeter III Braunton II v Whimple II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Honiton II v North Devon III Cullompton II v North Devon III Seaton II v Upottery II Seaton II v Whimple II Exeter III v Braunton II Upottery II v Braunton II Whimple II v Exwick Exwick v Honiton II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Cullompton II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Exeter III
210 Fixtures – 2020
F (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Whimple II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Honiton II v Braunton II Braunton II v Cullompton II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Upottery II Exeter III v Seaton II Exeter III v Cullompton II Honiton II v Upottery II Whimple II v North Devon III North Devon III v Exwick Seaton II v Exwick
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Whimple II v Exeter III North Devon III v Braunton II Exwick v Braunton II Seaton II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Seaton II v North Devon III Cullompton II v Honiton II Upottery II v Cullompton II Exwick v Exeter III Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Honiton II Upottery II v Whimple II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Honiton II v Whimple II North Devon III v Exeter III Cullompton II v Exwick Exwick v Upottery II N Devon III v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Cullompton II v Whimple II Braunton II v Seaton II Braunton II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Exeter III v Upottery II Honiton II v Seaton II
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 North Devon III v Honiton II Exeter III v Honiton II Upottery II v Seaton II Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II v Exwick Braunton II v Exeter III Seaton II v Cullompton II Exwick v Whimple II Upottery II v North Devon III Cullompton II v Samp. Peverell & Tiv. II Whimple II v Braunton II
211 Fixtures – 2020
F (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Kingsbridge II v Hatherleigh III Ipplepen III v Chudleigh II Babbacombe II v Shaldon Optimists II Torquay II v Paignton III Ipplepen III v Torquay II Hatherleigh III v Ashburton II Chudleigh II v South Devon II Kingsbridge II v Babbacombe II Ashburton II v Paignton III South Devon II v Shaldon Optimists II
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Paignton III v Babbacombe II Ipplepen III v Kingsbridge II Hatherleigh III v Ipplepen III Paignton III v Shaldon Optimists II Shaldon Optimists II v Ashburton II Chudleigh II v Hatherleigh III Torquay II v Chudleigh II Ashburton II v South Devon II South Devon II v Kingsbridge II Babbacombe II v Torquay II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Ashburton II v Babbacombe II Ashburton II v Kingsbridge II Ipplepen III v South Devon II Torquay II v South Devon II Kingsbridge II v Shaldon Optimists II Babbacombe II v Hatherleigh III Hatherleigh III v Torquay II Paignton III v Ipplepen III Chudleigh II v Paignton III Shaldon Optimists II v Chudleigh II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Babbacombe II v Chudleigh II Chudleigh II v Ashburton II South Devon II v Hatherleigh III South Devon II v Paignton III Paignton III v Kingsbridge II Hatherleigh III v Shaldon Optimists II Shaldon Optimists II v Ipplepen III Kingsbridge II v Torquay II Torquay II v Ashburton II Ipplepen III v Babbacombe II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Chudleigh II v Kingsbridge II Hatherleigh III v Kingsbridge II Shaldon Optimists II v Torquay II Shaldon Optimists II v Babbacombe II Ashburton II v Ipplepen III Torquay II v Ipplepen III Babbacombe II v South Devon II South Devon II v Chudleigh II Paignton III v Hatherleigh III Paignton III v Ashburton II
212 Fixtures – 2020
F (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Babbacombe II v Paignton III Chudleigh II v Ipplepen III Ipplepen III v Hatherleigh III Paignton III v Torquay II Ashburton II v Shaldon Optimists II Ashburton II v Hatherleigh III Chudleigh II v Torquay II Babbacombe II v Kingsbridge II Kingsbridge II v South Devon II Shaldon Optimists II v South Devon II
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Babbacombe II v Ashburton II Kingsbridge II v Ipplepen III South Devon II v Ipplepen III Shaldon Optimists II v Paignton III Shaldon Optimists II v Kingsbridge II Hatherleigh III v Chudleigh II Torquay II v Hatherleigh III South Devon II v Ashburton II Paignton III v Chudleigh II Torquay II v Babbacombe II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Chudleigh II v Babbacombe II Kingsbridge II v Ashburton II Hatherleigh III v South Devon II South Devon II v Torquay II Kingsbridge II v Paignton III Hatherleigh III v Babbacombe II Ipplepen III v Shaldon Optimists II Ipplepen III v Paignton III Ashburton II v Torquay II Chudleigh II v Shaldon Optimists II
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Kingsbridge II v Chudleigh II Ashburton II v Chudleigh II Torquay II v Shaldon Optimists II Paignton III v South Devon II Ipplepen III v Ashburton II Shaldon Optimists II v Hatherleigh III South Devon II v Babbacombe II Torquay II v Kingsbridge II Hatherleigh III v Paignton III Babbacombe II v Ipplepen III
213 Fixtures – 2020
G (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Feniton II v Exmouth III Woodbury & N St C II v Shobrooke Park II Alphington & C Wear II v Cheriton Fitz Kilmington II v NO GAME Woodbury & N St C II v Kilmington II Exmouth III v Sidbury Shobrooke Park II v Clyst Hydon II Feniton II v Alphington & C Wear II Sidbury v NO GAME Clyst Hydon II v Cheriton Fitzpaine
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 NO GAME v Alphington & C Wear II Woodbury & N St C II v Feniton II Exmouth III v Woodbury & N St C II NO GAME v Cheriton Fitzpaine Cheriton Fitzpaine v Sidbury Shobrooke Park II v Exmouth III Kilmington II v Shobrooke Park II Sidbury v Clyst Hydon II Clyst Hydon II v Feniton II Alphington & C Wear II v Kilmington II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Sidbury v Alphington & C Wear II Sidbury v Feniton II Woodbury & N St C II v Clyst Hydon II Kilmington II v Clyst Hydon II Feniton II v Cheriton Fitzpaine Alphington & C Wear II v Exmouth III Exmouth III v Kilmington II NO GAME v Woodbury & N St C II Shobrooke Park II v NO GAME Cheriton Fitz v Shobrooke Park II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Alphington & C Wear II v Shobrooke Park II Shobrooke Park II v Sidbury Clyst Hydon II v Exmouth III Clyst Hydon II v NO GAME NO GAME v Feniton II Exmouth III v Cheriton Fitzpaine Cheriton Fitz v Woodbury & N St C II Feniton II v Kilmington II Kilmington II v Sidbury Woodbury & NSC II v Alphington & C Wear II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Shobrooke Park II v Feniton II Exmouth III v Feniton II Cheriton Fitzpaine v Kilmington II Cheriton Fitz v Alphington & C Wear II Sidbury v Woodbury & N St C II Kilmington II v Woodbury & N St C II Alphington & C Wear II v Clyst Hydon II Clyst Hydon II v Shobrooke Park II NO GAME v Exmouth III NO GAME v Sidbury
214 Fixtures – 2020
G (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Alphington & C Wear II v NO GAME Shobrooke Park II v Woodbury & NSC II Woodbury & N St C II v Exmouth III NO GAME v Kilmington II Sidbury v Cheriton Fitzpaine Sidbury v Exmouth III Shobrooke Park II v Kilmington II Alphington & C Wear II v Feniton II Feniton II v Clyst Hydon II Cheriton Fitzpaine v Clyst Hydon II
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Alphington & C Wear II v Sidbury Feniton II v Woodbury & N St C II Clyst Hydon II v Woodbury & N St C II Cheriton Fitzpaine v NO GAME Cheriton Fitzpaine v Feniton II Exmouth III v Shobrooke Park II Kilmington II v Exmouth III Clyst Hydon II v Sidbury NO GAME v Shobrooke Park II Kilmington II v Alphington & C Wear II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Shobrooke Park II v Alphington & C Wear II Feniton II v Sidbury Exmouth III v Clyst Hydon II Clyst Hydon II v Kilmington II Feniton II v NO GAME Exmouth III v Alphington & C Wear II Woodbury & N St C II v Cheriton Fitz Woodbury & N St C II v NO GAME Sidbury v Kilmington II Shobrooke Park II v Cheriton Fitz
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Feniton II v Shobrooke Park II Sidbury v Shobrooke Park II Kilmington II v Cheriton Fitzpaine NO GAME v Clyst Hydon II Woodbury & N St C II v Sidbury Cheriton Fitzpaine v Exmouth III Clyst Hydon II v Alphington & C Wear II Kilmington II v Feniton II Exmouth III v NO GAME Alphington & C Wear II v Woodbury & NSC II
215 Fixtures – 2020
G (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Stoke Gabriel II v Bovey Tracey IV Dart & Totnes II v Whitchurch Way II Bridestowe II v Plympton III Chelston & Kings’well II v Stokeinteignhead Dart & Totnes II v Chelston & Kings’well II Bovey Tracey IV v Yelverton Boh II Whitchurch Way II v South Brent Stoke Gabriel II v Bridestowe II Yelverton Boh II v Stokeinteignhead South Brent v Plympton III
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 Stokeinteignhead v Bridestowe II Dart & Totnes II v Stoke Gabriel II Bovey Tracey IV v Dart & Totnes II Stokeinteignhead v Plympton III Plympton III v Yelverton Boh II Whitchurch Way II v Bovey Tracey IV Chel & Kings’well II v Whitchurch Way II Yelverton Boh II v South Brent South Brent v Stoke Gabriel II Bridestowe II v Chelston & Kings’well II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Yelverton Boh II v Bridestowe II Yelverton Boh II v Stoke Gabriel II Dartington & Totnes II v South Brent Chelston & Kings’well II v South Brent Stoke Gabriel II v Plympton III Bridestowe II v Bovey Tracey IV Bovey Tracey IV v Chel & Kings’well II Stokeinteignhead v Dart & Totnes II Whitchurch Way II v Stokeinteignhead Plympton III v Whitchurch Way II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Bridestowe II v Whitchurch Way II Whitchurch Way II v Yelverton Boh II South Brent v Bovey Tracey IV South Brent v Stokeinteignhead Stokeinteignhead v Stoke Gabriel II Bovey Tracey IV v Plympton III Plympton III v Dartington & Totnes II Stoke Gabriel II v Chelston & Kings’well II Chelston & Kings’well II v Yelverton Boh II Dartington & Totnes II v Bridestowe II
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Whitchurch Way II v Stoke Gabriel II Bovey Tracey IV v Stoke Gabriel II Plympton III v Chelston & Kings’well II Plympton III v Bridestowe II Yelverton Boh II v Dart & Totnes II Chelston & Kings’well II v Dart & Totnes II Bridestowe II v South Brent South Brent v Whitchurch Way II Stokeinteignhead v Bovey Tracey IV Stokeinteignhead v Yelverton Boh II
216 Fixtures – 2020
G (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Bridestowe II v Stokeinteignhead Whitchurch Way II v Dart & Totnes II Dart & Totnes II v Bovey Tracey IV Stokeinteignhead v Chel & Kings’well II Yelverton Bohemians II v Plympton III Yelverton Boh II v Bovey Tracey IV Whitchurch Way II v Chel & Kings’well II Bridestowe II v Stoke Gabriel II Stoke Gabriel II v South Brent Plympton III v South Brent
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Bridestowe II v Yelverton Boh II Stoke Gabriel II v Dart & Totnes II South Brent v Dartington & Totnes II Plympton III v Stokeinteignhead Plympton III v Stoke Gabriel II Bovey Tracey IV v Whitchurch Way II Chel & Kings’well II v Bovey Tracey IV South Brent v Yelverton Bohemians II Stokeinteignhead v Whitchurch Way II Chelston & Kings’well II v Bridestowe II
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Whitchurch Way II v Bridestowe II Stoke Gabriel II v Yelverton Boh II Bovey Tracey IV v South Brent South Brent v Chelston & Kings’well II Stoke Gabriel II v Stokeinteignhead Bovey Tracey IV v Bridestowe II Dartington & Totnes II v Plympton III Dart & Totnes II v Stokeinteignhead Yelverton Boh II v Chelston & Kings’well II Whitchurch Way II v Plympton III
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Stoke Gabriel II v Whitchurch Way II Yelverton Boh IIvWhitchurch Way II Chelston & Kings’well II v Plympton III Stokeinteignhead v South Brent Dart & Totnes II v Yelverton Boh II Plympton III v Bovey Tracey IV South Brent v Bridestowe II Chel & Kings’well II v Stoke Gabriel II Bovey Tracey IV v Stokeinteignhead Bridestowe II v Dart & Totnes II
217 Fixtures – 2020
H (EAST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-Jun WEEK 6 Newton Tracey v Axminster Town II Filleigh v Kenn II Cullompton III v Topsham St James II Kentisbeare II v NO GAME Filleigh v Kentisbeare II Axminster Town II v Exwick II Kenn II v Sandford III Newton Tracey v Cullompton III Exwick II v NO GAME Sandford III v Topsham St James II
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 NO GAME v Cullompton III Filleigh v Newton Tracey Axminster Town II v Filleigh NO GAME v Topsham St James II Topsham St James II v Exwick II Kenn II v Axminster Town II Kentisbeare II v Kenn II Exwick II v Sandford III Sandford III v Newton Tracey Cullompton III v Kentisbeare II
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 Exwick II v Cullompton III Exwick II v Newton Tracey Sandford III v Filleigh Kentisbeare II v Sandford III Newton Tracey v Topsham St James II Cullompton III v Axminster Town II Axminster Town II v Kentisbeare II NO GAME v Filleigh Kenn II v NO GAME Topsham St James II v Kenn II
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Cullompton III v Kenn II Kenn II vExwick II Sandford III v Axminster Town II Sandford III v NO GAME NO GAME v Newton Tracey Axminster Town II v Topsham St James II Topsham St James II v Filleigh Newton Tracey v Kentisbeare II Kentisbeare II v Exwick II Filleigh v Cullompton III
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Kenn II v Newton Tracey Axminster Town II v Newton Tracey Topsham St James II v Kentisbeare II Topsham St James II v Cullompton III Exwick II v Filleigh Kentisbeare II v Filleigh Cullompton III v Sandford III Sandford III v Kenn II NO GAME v Axminster Town II NO GAME v Exwick II
218 Fixtures – 2020
H (EAST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Cullompton III v NO GAME Kenn II v Filleigh Filleigh v Axminster Town II NO GAME v Kentisbeare II Exwick II v Topsham St James II Exwick II v Axminster Town II Kenn II v Kentisbeare II Cullompton III v Newton Tracey Newton Tracey v Sandford III Topsham St James II v Sandford III
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Cullompton III v Exwick II Newton Tracey v Filleigh Filleigh v Sandford III Topsham St James II v NO GAME Topsham St James II v Newton Tracey Axminster Town II v Kenn II Kentisbeare II v Axminster Town II Sandford III v Exwick II NO GAME v Kenn II Kentisbeare II v Cullompton III
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Kenn II v Cullompton III Newton Tracey v Exwick II Axminster Town II v Sandford III Sandford III v Kentisbeare II Newton Tracey v NO GAME Axminster Town II v Cullompton III Filleigh v Topsham St James II Filleigh v NO GAME Exwick II v Kentisbeare II Kenn II v Topsham St James II
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Newton Tracey v Kenn II Exwick II v Kenn II Kentisbeare II v Topsham St James II NO GAME v Sandford III Filleigh v Exwick II Top St James II v Axminster Town II Sandford III v Cullompton III Kentisbeare II v Newton Tracey Axminster Town II v NO GAME Cullompton III v Filleigh
219 Fixtures – 2020
H (WEST) DIVISION
02-May WEEK 1 06-June WEEK 6 Paignton IV v Plymouth CS & Rob II Ivybridge III v Yelverton Bohemians III Plymstock III v Shaldon Optimists III Cornwood IV v NO GAME Ivybridge III v Cornwood IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v St Marychurch Yelverton Boh III v Babbacombe III Paignton IV v Plymstock III St Marychurch v NO GAME Babbacombe III v Shaldon Opt III
09-May WEEK 2 13-Jun WEEK 7 NO GAME v Plymstock III Ivybridge III v Paignton IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v Ivybridge III NO GAME v Shaldon Optimists III Shaldon Opt III v St Marychurch Yelverton Boh III v Plymouth CS & Rob II Cornwood IV v Yelverton Boh III St Marychurch v Babbacombe III Babbacombe III v Paignton IV Plymstock III v Cornwood IV
16-May WEEK 3 20-Jun WEEK 8 St Marychurch v Plymstock III St Marychurch v Paignton IV Ivybridge III v Babbacombe III Cornwood IV v Babbacombe III Paignton IV v Shaldon Optimists III Plymstock III v Plymouth CS & Rob II Plymouth CS & Rob II v Cornwood IV NO GAME v Ivybridge III Yelverton Bohemians III v NO GAME Shaldon Opt III v Yelverton Boh III
23-May WEEK 4 27-Jun WEEK 9 Plymstock III v Yelverton Boh III Yelverton Boh III v St Marychurch Babbacombe III v Plymouth CS & Rob II Babbacombe III v NO GAME NO GAME v Paignton IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v Shaldon Opt III Shaldon Optimists III v Ivybridge III Paignton IV v Cornwood IV Cornwood IV v St Marychurch Ivybridge III v Plymstock III
30-May WEEK 5 04-Jul WEEK 10 Yelverton Boh III v Paignton IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v Paignton IV Shaldon Optimists III v Cornwood IV Shaldon Optimists III v Plymstock III St Marychurch v Ivybridge III Cornwood IV v Ivybridge III Plymstock III v Babbacombe III Babbacombe III v Yelverton Boh III NO GAME v Plymouth CS & Rob II NO GAME v St Marychurch
220 Fixtures – 2020
H (WEST) DIVISION
11-Jul WEEK 11 08-Aug WEEK 15 Plymstock III v NO GAME Yelverton Bohemians III v Ivybridge III Ivybridge III v Plymouth CS & Rob II NO GAME v Cornwood IV St Marychurch v Shaldon Optimists III St Marychurch v Plymouth CS & Rob II Yelverton Boh III v Cornwood IV Plymstock III v Paignton IV Paignton IV v Babbacombe III Shaldon Opt III v Babbacombe III
18-Jul WEEK 12 15-Aug WEEK 16 Plymstock III v St Marychurch Paignton IV v Ivybridge III Babbacombe III v Ivybridge III Shaldon Optimists III v NO GAME Shaldon Optimists III v Paignton IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v Yelverton Boh III Cornwood IV v Plymouth CS & Rob II Babbacombe III v St Marychurch NO GAME v Yelverton Bohemians III Cornwood IV v Plymstock III
25-Jul WEEK 13 22-Aug WEEK 17 Yelverton Bohemians III v Plymstock III Paignton IV v St Marychurch Plymouth CS & Rob II v Babbacombe III Babbacombe III v Cornwood IV Paignton IV v NO GAME Plymouth CS & Rob II v Plymstock III Ivybridge III v Shaldon Optimists III Ivybridge III v NO GAME St Marychurch v Cornwood IV Yelverton Boh III v Shaldon Opt III
01-Aug WEEK 14 29-Aug WEEK 18 Paignton IV v Yelverton Bohemians III St Marychurch v Yelverton Boh III Cornwood IV v Shaldon Optimists III NO GAME v Babbacombe III Ivybridge III v St Marychurch Shaldon Opt III v Plymouth CS & Rob II Babbacombe III v Plymstock III Cornwood IV v Paignton IV Plymouth CS & Rob II v NO GAME Plymstock III v Ivybridge III
221 Devon Women’s Cricket League Fixtures – 2020
DIVISION 1 Date Home Team Away Team Time 19 April Plympton Taunton Deane 13:30 3 May Topsham St James Tarka North Devon 14:00 Plympton Cornwood 13:30 Taunton Deane Hatherleigh 13:30 10 May Sandford Hatherleigh 14:00 17 May Tarka North Devon Taunton Deane 13:30 Sandford Topsham St James 14:00 31 May Tarka North Devon Sandford 13:30 Topsham St James Hatherleigh 14:00 Cornwood Taunton Deane 13:30 07 June Tarka North Devon Plympton 13:30 Hatherleigh Cornwood 13:30 Sandford Taunton Deane 14:00 14 June Cornwood Tarka North Devon 13:30 Sandford Plympton 14:00 21 June Tarka North Devon Hatherleigh 13:30 Topsham St James Cornwood 14:00 28 June Hatherleigh Topsham St James 13:30 05 July Plympton Topsham St James 13:30 Hatherleigh Taunton Deane 13:30 Sandford Cornwood 14:00 12 July Sandford Tarka North Devon 14:00 Cornwood Plympton 13:30 Topsham St James Taunton Deane 14:00 19 July Plympton Sandford 13:30 Taunton Deane Cornwood 13:30 26 July Tarka North Devon Cornwood 13:30 Plympton Hatherleigh 13:30 Topsham St James Sandford 14:00 02 August Plympton Tarka North Devon 13:30 Cornwood Hatherleigh 13:30 Taunton Deane Sandford 13:30 09 August Taunton Deane Plympton 13:30 Cornwood Topsham St James 13:30
222 16 August Taunton Deane Topsham St James 13:30 Hatherleigh Plympton 13:30 Cornwood Sandford 13:30 23 August Taunton Deane Tarka North Devon 13:30 Topsham St James Plympton 14:00 Hatherleigh Sandford 13:30 30 August Tarka North Devon Topsham St James 13:30 06 September Hatherleigh Tarka North Devon 13:30
DIVISION 2 Date Home Team Away Team Time 26 April Bradninch Exeter 13:30 10 May Paignton Ipplepen 13:30 Bradninch Bovey Tracey 13:30 17 May Ipplepen Exeter 13:30 Plymouth Bovey Tracey 13:30 24 May Exeter Ipplepen 13:30 31 May Ipplepen Plymouth 13:30 Bradninch Paignton 13:30 Bovey Tracey Exeter 13:30 07 June Bovey Tracey Plymouth 13:30 Bradninch Ipplepen 13:30 14 June Ipplepen Bovey Tracey 13:30 Paignton Plymouth 13:30 21 June Exeter Plymouth 13:30 28 June Bradninch Plymouth 13:30 05 July Ipplepen Paignton 13:30 Exeter Bradninch 13:30 12 July Plymouth Ipplepen 13:30 Paignton Bradninch 13:30 19 July Bovey Tracey Ipplepen 13:30 Plymouth Bradninch 13:30 Exeter Paignton 13:30 26 July Plymouth Paignton 13:30 Ipplepen Bradninch 13:30 Exeter Bovey Tracey 13:30 02 August Paignton Bovey Tracey 13:30 Plymouth Exeter 13:30
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It is very much hoped Devon members will be attracted to these will be attracted members much hoped Devon It is very assured can be They numbers. in large attend and will wish to games making special who are CCC, Somerset from welcome of a warm have Somerset committee. and the Devon the days, for arrangements of will, There during these days, available players some make to agreed in friends cricketing Devon to meet be opportunities course, It is Taunton. at ground county of the beautiful setting intimate the hoped these days will be a great success and will be become an annual success and will be become a great will be hoped these days event. May from CCC members, of Devon of the loyalty In further appreciation the prize all members, to free draw, will be a monthly there August, to – morning coffee, two for is hospitality which on each occasion for choosing. of the winners’ home match a subsequent at lunch and tea The Devon CCC committee hopes that members will enjoy will enjoy members hopes that CCC committee The Devon in the 2019 season. cricket their county Specsavers County County Specsavers two spectators at no cost on Sunday, June 30th in the June 30th in on Sunday, no cost at spectators Championship matches at Taunton this season. Taunton at Championship matches have and Somerset Devon between connections times, In recent (10) have players Devon more decade and in the last closer become before. than ever with Somerset cricketers professional become staffs coaching and administrative respective the between Relations Cornish, and Andrew to mutual benefit productive, more become have for Devon opportunity the offered has generously CEO, Somerset the be to CCC members September and on Tuesday, Hampshire versus Championship match v Yorkshire. the Championship game 10th for the matches into get to to be shown will have cards Membership/fixture available to be stands for one of the arranged have staff and Somerset days. these throughout members use of Devon exclusive the for Devon Days at Somerset CCC Somerset at Days Devon in the MCCA compete Devon watch to to being able In addition Championship, and the Trophy KO well as the as competition, T-20 attend opportunity to the will have members 227 Devon County Cricket Club Fixtures – 2020
Date Days Start Opposition Venue Competition 5 April 1 11:00 Exeter University North Devon CC Friendly 7-9 April 3 11:00 Exeter University Topsham Ground Academy 12 April 1 11:00 Somerset 2nd XI Sidmouth CC Friendly 19 April 1 11:00 Gloucester 2nd XI Exmouth CC Friendly 26 April 1 11:00 Herefordshire Exeter CC T20 Cup 3 May 1 11:00 Exeter University Topsham Ground Academy 10 May 1 11:00 Dorset Hamworthy CC Academy 17 May 1 11:00 Cornwall Wadebridge CC T20 Cup 24 May 1 11.00 Wiltshire Bovey Tracey CC T20 Cup 25 May 1 11:00 Dorset North Perrott CC T20 Cup 31 May 3 11:00 Cornwall Away Academy 7 June 1 11:00 Bedfordshire Sidmouth CC KO Trophy 14 June 1 11:00 Hertfordshire Away KO Trophy 21 June 1 11:00 Somerset Sidmouth CC Academy 24 June 1 10:30 T20 Finals Day Tring CC T20 Cup 28 June 1 11:00 Cornwall North Devon CC KO Trophy 5 July 1 11:00 Berkshire Falkland CC KO Trophy 12-14 July 3 11:00 Herefordshire Colwall CC Championship 17 July 3 11:00 Somerset Exmouth CC Friendly 19 July 1 11:00 KO Trophy Q/Final (Sidmouth CC) KO Trophy 21-23 July 3 11:00 Cornwall Exeter CC Academy 26-28 July 3 11:00 Wales Sandford CC Championship 2-4 Aug 3 11:00 Cornwall Truro CC Championship 9 Aug 1 11:00 KO Trophy S/Final Sidmouth CC KO Trophy 23-25 Aug 3 11:00 Shropshire Sidmouth CC Championship 2 Sept 1 11:00 KO Trophy Final Wormsley CC KO Trophy 6-9 Sept 4 10:30 Championship Final Banbury CC Championship
228 Tolchards Devon Cricket League Clubs of the Year
(Determined from Umpires’ Markings for the Season)
Premier A Division B Division C Division 2000 Seaton Braunton Bideford — 2001 Sandford Seaton Hatherleigh — 2002 Exmouth Seaton Brixham — 2003 Sandford Axminster Clyst St George — 2004 Sandford Axminster Shobrook Park — 2005 Sandford Axminster Barnstaple & Pilton — 2006 Sandford Cornwood Alphington — 2007 North Devon Sidmouth Seaton — 2008 North Devon Tavistock Shobrook Park Clyst Hydon 2009 North Devon Cornwood Axminster Seaton 2010 North Devon Sandford Bideford Hatherleigh 2011 North Devon Sandford Thorverton Bideford 2012 North Devon Exeter Thorverton Chagford 2013 Sidmouth Sandford Thorverton Chagford 2014 Torquay Chudleigh Braunton Shaldon Optimists 2015 North Devon Sandford & Ivybridge — Bradninch 2016 Sidmouth Sandford Ottery St Mary — 2017 Exeter Sandford Bideford — 2018 Sidmouth Paignton Thorverton — 2019 Sidmouth Ivybridge Kilmington —
Youth Awards – Roll of Honour
Mod-Dec Trophy 1987 Mark Woodman Exmouth 1988 Bobby Dawson Budleigh Salterton
John Player Trophy 1983 Mike Cottam Seaton 1984 Carl Goodearl Plymstock 1985 James Graham Paignton 1986 Andy Pugh Barton
229 Bob Bridges Trophy 1989 Brendan Schofield Torquay 1990 Neil Gibbs Bovey Tracey 1991 Mark Lathwell Braunton 1992 Orlando Le Fleming Exeter 1993 Paul Hume Braunton 1994 Chris Read Paignton 1995 Matthew Hunt Torquay 1996 David Lye Exmouth 1997 Martin Gear North Devon 1998 Matt Wood Exmouth 1999 Jamie Wardrop Sidmouth 2000 Steve Edmonds Paignton 2001 Nick Watkin Barton 2002 Oliver Wickett Hatherleigh 2003 Neil Bettis Sandford 2004 Tim Piper Bradninch 2005 David Wrench Plympton 2006 Scott Barlow Sidmouth 2007 Seb Benton Paignton 2008 Chris Metters South Devon 2009 Lewis Gregory Plympton 2010 Gary Chappell Bradninch 2011 Craig & Jamie Overton North Devon 2012 Josh Mailing Plympton 2013 Rhys Davies Tavistock 2014 Ben Green Exeter 2015 Matt Petherbridge Torquay 2016 Dan Wolf Paignton 2017 Jack Moore Barnstaple & Pilton 2018 Cameron Kidd Whimple 2019 Sam Read Clyst St George
Player of the Year (Awarded by the League Management)
2000 Mark Richards Axminster 2001 Rob Gaylard Roborough 2002 Keith Donohue Plympton 2003 Tim Greenslade Woodbury
230 2004 Glen Lammonby Exeter 2005 Arnie Searle Tavistock 2006 Neil Hancock Paignton 2007 Anthony Griffiths Sidmouth 2008 David Burke Plymouth 2009 Keith Donohue Plympton 2010 James Ford Bideford 2011 Dominic Wood Plymstock 2012 David Lye Exmouth 2013 Trevor Anning Exmouth 2014 Josh Best Sidmouth 2015 Matt Golding Bovey Tracey 2016 Gary Chappell Bradninch 2017 Richard Foan Sandford 2018 Tom Gooding Kilmington 2019 Alex Barrow Sidmouth
Captains of the Year (Determined from Umpires’ Markings for the Season)
Premier Division A Division 2000 Richard Newton (Seaton) Kenny Allen (Chudleigh) 2001 Justin Mann (Paignton) Jack Willow (Axminster)
2002 Keith Donohue (Plympton) Steve Luffman (Tavistock) 2003 Terry Farkins (Abbotskerswell) Matt Hewer (Seaton) 2004 Pat Steward (Exeter) David Manning (Tavistock) 2005 Andy Cottam/ Matt Hewer (Seaton) Matt Hookway (Chudleigh) 2006 Andy Procter (Budleigh) Andrew Codling (Shobrooke Park) 2007 Jon Tipper (Exeter) Steve Luffman (Tavistock) 2008 Richard Baggs (Exmouth) Adam Parker (Barton) 2009 Luke Minett (Plymouth) Adrian Small (Sandford) 2010 Peter Bradley (Bovey Tracey) John Baglow (Braunton) Arwyn Jones (Plympton) 2011 Sandy Allen (Budleigh) Matt Theedom (Sandford) 2012 Matt Theedom (Sandford) Craig Harris (Cornwood) 2013 Tim Piper (Bradninch) Richard Acton (Abbotskerswell) 2014 Justin Yau (Torquay) Ed Foreman Chudleigh 2015 Barney Huxtable (North Devon) Jamie Palmer Sandford
231 2016 Eric Staddon (Cornwood) Keith Wakeham (Ipplepen) 2017 Ed Yeo (North Devon) Mark Lake (Hatherleigh) 2018 Richard Foan (Sandford) Matt Skeemer (Cornwood) Mark Lake (Hatherleigh) 2019 Tom Popham (North Devon) Paul Heard (Bideford, Littleham & Westward Ho!)
B Division C Division 2000 Kevin Fishleigh (Bideford) 2001 Chris Doe (Clyst St George) 2002 Chris Ford (Shobrooke Park) 2003 Chris Ford (Shobrooke Park) 2004 Chris Acton (Bradninch) 2005 Clive Johns (Heathcoat) 2006 Ian Whalley (Plymstock) 2007 James Ford (Bideford) 2008 Paul Elliott (Heathcoat) Martin Dudley (Clyst Hydon) 2009 Peter Waterman (Bideford) Harold Stevenson (Dartington & Totnes) 2010 Chris Lanyon (Brixham) Ben Glover (Kingsbridge) 2011 Steve Moore (Bideford) Chris Pascoe (Ashburton) 2012 Kalon Veale (Dartington & Totnes) Keith Wakeham (Ipplepen) 2013 James Hope (Thorverton) James Ford (Bideford) 2014 Ian Roberts (Braunton) Craig Greenwood (Shaldon Optimists) 2015 Gareth Andrews (Ivybridge) 2016 Shaun Daymond (Tavistock) 2017 Will Harrison (Ottery St Mary) 2018 James Blackmore (Cullompton) 2019 Matt Heather (Chudleigh)
Service to the Devon Cricket League The Stuart Munday Memorial Cup 2011 Dennis White 2016 Phil Bees 2012 Richard Hussey 2017 Sheila Harding 2013 Geoff Coish 2018 David Gambie 2014 Graham Shears 2019 Nigel Mountford 2015 Andy Davies
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David Shepherd Cricket Trust is a charity registered in England and Wales No. 1136880 233 Officers of the Devon Cricket League
President 1982–1987 Bob Bridges 1987–2002 David Jervois 2003– Graham Shears
Chairman 1972–1981 Bob Bridges 1982–2002 Graham Shears 2003–2004 John Goodwin 2005 Bob Merrifield 2006–2009 David Gambie 2010–2011 Joe Clowes 2012–2017 Stuart Munday 2018– Nick Rogers
Vice Chairman 2001–2002 John Goodwin 2003–2004 Bob Merrifield 2005 David Gambie 2006–2009 Paul Smith 2010–2011 Stuart Munday 2012– Phil Bees
Secretary 1972–1978 Graham Shears 1979–1981 John Hudson 1982–1999 Barry Page-Dove 2000–2013 Geoff Coish 2014– Edward Leverton
Treasurer 1972–1977 Michael Goodrich 1978–1979 Richard Widger 1980–1988 Graham White 1989–2001 David Lea 2002–2011 Richard Hussey 2012–2015 Graham Munday 2016– Mark Horwell
Fixtures Secretary 1997–1998 Ian Foster 1999–2001 Phil Bees 2002 Dominic Clark 2003–2008 Neil Richards 2009– Phil Bees
234 Media Contacts Principal Press Contacts: Express and Echo; Herald Express; Mid-Devon Gazette; North Devon Gazette; Sunday Independent; Western Morning News: Conrad Sutcliffe 01826 333088 31 Garston Avenue, Newton Abbot TQ12 2NR 07767 622530 [email protected] Skype: Conradcopy
Other Useful Contacts: Express & Echo: Nick Warren 01392 442254 [email protected]
Evening Herald: Phil Stoneman 01752 293101 [email protected]
Exmouth Journal/Mid-week & Sidmouth Heralds: Steve Birley [email protected] 01392 882477
Mid-Devon Advertiser/Dawlish Post/Teignmouth Gazette: Richard Bray [email protected] 01626 204774
North Devon Journal: Andrew Jones 01271 347448 [email protected]
South Hams Gazette/Totnes Times/Brixham News: Tim Leigh [email protected]
South-West Sports News: Ross and James Reid Track on twitter @swsportsnews [email protected]
Tavistock Times Gazette: John Hutchins [email protected]
Pullmans Weekly News: Howard Larcombe 01297 446152 [email protected]
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