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Shrewsbury School SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 Page 1 new.indd 1 2012/12/04 8:25 PM SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 HEADMASTERS MESSAGE I am delighted to have this opportunity to wish the Shrewsbury School cricket squad every success with their forthcoming tour to South Africa. Having travelled extensively in South Africa, I know that all members of our squad will be overwhelmed by the hospitality, challenged by the talent and fierce competition they will meet, and enjoy the people, surroundings and scenery of one of the most beautiful nations on Earth. For many boys, the opportunity to tour with their colleagues will provide an experience and a collection of memories that will stay with them for life. I look forward to hearing of friendships cemented and closely fought games. I hope that this particular party of Salopian ambassadors will enjoy flying the flag and enhancing Shrewsbury’s reputation on the international scene. With very best wishes to all involved. Mark Turner November 2012 Page 2.indd 1 2012/12/04 8:26 PM SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 Founded in 1552, Shrewsbury School remains one of the great scholarly foundations of England. Set in the beautiful county of Shropshire, in over a hundred acres of grounds by the River Severn and overlooking the ancient town, Shrewsbury is a community of over 740 pupils aged between 13 and 18. In line with the work of its most famous old boy, Charles Darwin – the school has continued to evolve in an innovative and dynamic way based on foundations of traditional values. The successful introduction of a co-educational sixth form in 2008, has prepared the way for a new period of expansion and achievement with the school to go fully co-ed in 2014. Life at Shrewsbury is founded on close partnerships between staff, parents and pupils; promoting the strength of family life, fostering responsibilities, and balancing the claims of developing individuality with the needs of a vibrant community. The school prides itself on providing the best opportunities for its pupils both inside and outside of the classroom. Page 3.indd 1 2012/12/04 8:27 PM SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 ITINERARY FOR SHREWSBURY SCHOOL CRICKET TOUR - DECEMBER 2012 Tues 11Dec 1805 depart London Heathrow on SA 235 to Johannesburg. Wed 12 Dec 0735 arrive Johannesburg; transfer to SA 323 to Cape Town departing at 1005. 1215 met by Andrew Russell at Cape Town International Airport; transfer to your accommodation at Vera School. Lunch followed by afternoon light practice at Bishops – Sahara field nets and outfield. Thur 13 Dec MATCH ONE. vs Bergvliet High School (1st XI and U15 XI). Fri 14 Dec MATCH TWO. vs Bishops College (1st XI on the Frank Reid Field, U15 XI on Oaks Field). Sat 15 Dec MATCH THREE. vs Pinelands High School (1st XI and U15 XI). Sun 16 Dec Morning trip up Table Mountain cablecar. Afternoon at leisure. Mon 17 Dec MATCH FOUR. vs Wynberg Boys High School (1st XI and U15 XI). Tues 18 Dec MATCH FIVE. 1st XI vs University of Cape Town Colts. U15 XI vs United Cricket Club. Wed 19 Dec Morning half day township tour followed by afternoon tour of Newlands rugby and cricket stadiums. Thur 20 Dec Transfer to Hermanus for the Hermanus 20/20 Cricket Festival; afternoon MATCH SIX. 1st XI v Hermanus High School and U15's v South Boland Check in at The Windsor Hotel for a 3 night bed and breakfast stay. Fri 21 Dec MATCH SEVEN. 1st XI v Western Province Cricket Club and U15 XI v Curro Langebaan. Sat 22 Dec MATCH EIGHT. 1st XI v All Rounder Academy (a.m), U15 XI v Western Province Cricket Club and 1st XI v Bishops (p.m). Sun 23 Dec Morning at leisure before transfer to Cape Town International Airport for your SA 346 flight at 1510 to Johannesburg arriving 1710; then transfer to SA 234 departing at 2040. Mon 24 Dec 0625 Home Sweet Home. Page 4.indd 1 06/12/2012 10:17 SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 CRICKET AT SHREWSBURY SCHOOL Shrewsbury School has outstanding cricket facilities that ensure that pupils have every opportunity to progress and develop their cricketing skills. The playing fields are stunning and the school has six squares all of a very high quality. The Neville Cardus Indoor Cricket Centre with its four lanes and bowling machines was opened six years ago and has proved to be a catalyst for outstanding cricket progress at school. The centre now acts as a focus for cricket in Shropshire and has proved to be the perfect nursery for a number of pupils in recent years, that have gone on to collect professional contracts. The outdoor net facilities are extensive; 4 outdoor artificial nets and 18 grass nets on three different sites, plus 8 mobile cages for work on the squares ensures that none of the 12 regular school teams miss out on serious practice. The facilities are supported by a high quality coaching staff and a ground staff dedicated to providing the best Cape Town is our favourite tour destination and we very much look forward to meeting old and new foe. Our experience tells us that the climate, hospitality and quality of opposition will all be excellent. It is a perfect location for the development of our young players and the forging of new cricketing friendships. I would like to thank all the schools and clubs who have agreed to play us and have offered us their facilities during our tour. It is very much appreciated. Andy Barnard - Master I/C Cricket RECENT RECORDS 1st XI Squad U17’s National Schools’ 20/20: National Cup 2008 Semi-Finalists 2012 Runners Up 2009 Semi-Finalists 2010 Semi-Finalists U15 XI Squad 2011 Winners ESCA 20/20: 2012 Semi-Finalists 2009 Winners 2011 Runners Up Silk Trophy: 2012 Semi-Finalists 2005 Runners Up 2006 Winners Lords Taverner’s: 2009 Winners 2005 Winners 2010 Runners Up 2006 Runners Up 2011 Runners Up Millfield Festival: 2008 Runners Up 2012 Winners Page 5.indd 1 2012/12/04 8:28 PM SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 SHREWSBURY SCHOOL SOUTH AFRICA TOUR PARTY 2012 L A S B U O T R N A I SI RECTE NE Shrewsbury School Back Row (L - R): M.A. Parsonage, H.J. Schofield, T.C. Mason, H.A.P. Newbould, J.R. Harris, E.M.J. Hemmings, T.C. Breese, C.P.J. Cooke, W.G. Cook Standing (L - R): M.A. Gregson, J.O. Humes, C.E. Farquhar, H.C. Blofield, A.E. Fisher, H.E. Flowers, J.D. Carrasco, C.M.G. White, G.D. Panayi Page 6, 7.indd 1 2012/12/04 8:29 PM SHREWSBURY SCHOOL SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 SOUTH AFRICA TOUR PARTY 2012 L A S B U O T R N A I SI RECTE NE Shrewsbury School Back Row (L - R): M.A. Parsonage, H.J. Schofield, T.C. Mason, H.A.P. Newbould, Seated (L - R): C.M.J. Kidson, T.B. Milligan-Manby, J.P.F. Earlam, J.R. Harris, E.M.J. Hemmings, T.C. Breese, C.P.J. Cooke, W.G. Cook E.G. Barnard, J.S.S. Doyle, E.J. Pollock Standing (L - R): M.A. Gregson, J.O. Humes, C.E. Farquhar, H.C. Blofield, Front Row (L - R): G.P.G. Lewis, H.R.D. Adair, E.J. Moore, A.E. Fisher, H.E. Flowers, J.D. Carrasco, C.M.G. White, G.D. Panayi A.C.F. Koch de Gooreynd, C.E. Home, G.T. Hargrave Page 6, 7.indd 2 2012/12/04 8:29 PM SOUTH AFRICA DECEMBER 2012 SHREWSBURY SCHOOL PLAYER PROFILES Harry Adair Ridgemount Freddie Earlam Ridgemount Cricket Background: Bedale Cricket Club. Played Yorkshire Cricket Background: Midlands U15’s (Bunbury 2012), U12’s & U13’s and Worcestershire U14’s & U15’s. I have Shropshire Cricket Board and Birkenhead Park Cricket also played School U14’s & U15’s. Right-handed batsman. Club. Career Highlights: Played in U15 T20 finals 2011 and Strengths are my back foot play. Achievements: National 2012. Three centuries to date. Right-handed batsman and T20 semi finals. Ambitions: To win the National T20 right-arm off spin. National U17 T20 competition finalist. competition and to play in the Bunbury Festival. Ambitions: To play 1st XI cricket at Shrewsbury. Ed Barnard Port Hill Charlie Farquhar Severn Hill Cricket Background: Shropshire Cricket Board U11-17’s; Cricket Background: Shropshire Cricket Board and Captained Midlands U15’s at Bunbury Festival; member Shrewsbury Cricket Club. 1st team player who was always of the Worcestershire CCC Academy and Shrewsbury hooked on sport from a young age at school. I also play Cricket Club 1st XI National Champions. All-rounder who 1st XI Football and 1st XV Rugby. Left arm off spin and bats in the top order and bowls seam. My biggest cricket middle order batsman who enjoys a good scrap. Greatest achievement is playing at Lords for ESCA earlier this year. My aspirations are achievements include winning the ECB Division B U15 in 2010 and the to be a competitive player and assist the 1st XI to do well. HMC T20 in 2011 with school. Alistair Fisher Port Hill Henry Blofield Port Hill Cricket Background: Cound Cricket Club 1st XI in the Cricket Background: Shrewsbury School 1st XI, Midlands Shropshire Premier League and Shrewsbury School 2nd U15, Shropshire Cricket Board and Shrewsbury Cricket XI. I also play 1st XI football. I am a left arm pace bowler Club. A member of the Worcestershire CCC Academy. with the ability to produce in-swing.