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0208 974 5654 follow us on facebook.com/FordhamSportsUK and on twitter.com/fordhamsports www.fordhamsports.co.uk 81 & 85 Robinhood Way, Kingston Vale, London SW15 3PW Section 1 – Important Information The Surrey Championship Year Book No. 44 – April 2016 CHAIRMAN: PRESIDENT: HONORARY LIFE Peter Murphy Roland Walton VICE PRESIDENTS (Cont’d) SECRETARY: PAST PRESIDENTS: Mr G Brown Brian Driscoll Mr Norman Parks Mr J B Fox Mr D H Franklin TREASURER: Mr Raman Subba Row, CBE M G B Morton Crispin Lyden-Cowan Mr Christopher F. Brown Mr D Newton FIXTURE SECRETARY: Mr Graham Brown Mr Andy Packham Mr N Parks Denham Earl Mr A J Shilson HONORARY LIFE VICE PRESDENTS: REGISTRATION SECRETARY: Mr R Subba Row, CBE Mr R G Ames Anthony Gamble Mr C F Woodhouse, CVO Mr P Bedford Mr J Booth CONTENTS
3rd XI Regional Leagues ...... 27 Executive Sub-Committees ...... 3 Chairman’s Message ...... 6 Fixtures for 2016 ...... 124 Championship Annual Dinner ...... 5 Grounds and Facilities ...... 29 Club Reports and Details (A-B) ...... 35 Ground and Facilities Grant Scheme ...... 19 Club Reports and Details (C) ...... 52 History of the Surrey Championship ...... 123 Club Reports and Details (D-G) ...... 58 League Tables from 2015 ...... 7 Club Reports and Details (H-N) ...... 69 Notification of Match Results ...... 21 Club Reports and Details (O-P) ...... 78 Obituaries ...... 117 Club Reports and Details (R-S) ...... 94 Our New Sponsor - Travelbag ...... 2 Club Reports and Details (T-V) ...... 104 Promotions and Relegations in 2015 ...... 12 Club Reports and Details (W) ...... 107 Panel of Umpires ...... 4 Competition Records...... 32 Photograph Requirements ...... 31 Cricket Week Dates ...... 4 Premier Div. Best Performances 2015 ..... 15 Dates for the Diary ...... 61 Previous Winners ...... 121 Denis Jacobs Youth Cricket Trust ...... 69 Profile No. 44 Valley End CC...... 115 Div. 1 Best Performances 2015 ...... 18 Reports for 2016 Year Book ...... 54 Div. 2 Best Performances 2015 ...... 22 Representative XI Fixtures 2016 ...... 16 Div. 3 Best Performances 2015 ...... 24 Subscription Rates for 2016 ...... 76 Div. 4 Best Performances 2015 ...... 28 Surrey Senior Cricketers Association ...... 34 Div. 5 Best Performances 2015 ...... 30 The Forty Club ...... 120 Executive Committee Members ...... 3 Twenty20 Competition ...... 13
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2 Section 1 – Important Information EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2016 President: Roland Walton Umpires Panel Member: Simon Robins West Wing, The Red House, Jeremy Beckwith 108 Clifton Road Lower Road, Effingham, 75 Grove Road, Sutton, Kingston-upon-Thames Surrey KT24 5JP Surrey SM1 2DB Surrey KT2 6PN (H) 01372 454979 (H) 0208 643 2090 (H) 0208 549 0799 (M) 07836 293171 (M) 07771 762452 (M) 07809 584111 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Chairman: Peter Murphy Other Elected Members: Helen Ross 38 Rosehill Avenue, Horsell John Bramhall Wanborough Barn Woking, Surrey GU21 4SE 37 West Street, Reigate, RH2 9BL Westwood Lane (H) 01483 832943 (H) 01737 221813 Wanborough, GU3 2JR (M) 07815 816304 (M) 07771 725495 / 07798 687328 (H) 01483 810375 [email protected] (F) 0207 894 6801 (M) 07515 343228 Secretary: Brian Driscoll [email protected] [email protected] 358 Chipstead Valley Road, Chris Evans Co-opted Members: Coulsdon, Surrey CR5 3BF 33 Sayes Court, Addlestone, Mark Babb (H) 01737 551596 Surrey, KT15 1NA c/o Surrey County Cricket Centre (M) 07841 385818 (H) 01932 848473 George Abbot School [email protected] (M) 07801 715905 Woodruff Avenue Treasurer: Crispin Lyden-Cowan [email protected] Guildford, GU1 1XX. 6 Lion Gate Mews, Graham Jackson (O) 0207 820 4195 email London SW18 5EN 24b Cavendish Road, Sutton, [email protected] (H) 0208 812 3938 Surrey SM2 5ER Paul Taylor (M) 07768 036979 (H) 0208 643 0323 c/o Surrey CCC [email protected] (M) 07967 901510 The Kia Oval, Kennington, [email protected] London SE11 5SS Fixture Secretary: Denham Earl Richard Laudy (M) 07785 722279 33a Smitham Downs Road 25 Worple Road, Epsom, (O) 0207 820 5683 Purley, Surrey CR8 4NG Surrey KT18 5EP [email protected] (H) 0208 660 6621 (H) 01372 813479 Phil Trayner [email protected] (M) 07767 754476 Hillview Cottage Registration Secretary: [email protected] Slines Oak Road Anthony Gamble Olly Roland Jones Woldingham, CR3 7BL 191 Sellincourt Road 39 The Avenue, Sunbury on Thames, (H) 01883 650293 Tooting, London, SW17 9SD Middlesex, TW16 5HY (M) 07717 346194 (M) 07816 499419 (M) 07828 962291 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
SUB-COMMITTEES & SPECIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Cricket and Competitions: Phil Trayner, Brian Driscoll, Denham Earl, Chris Evans Anthony Gamble, Olly Roland-Jones & Simon Robins Discipline: John Bramhall, Paul Barford, Brian Driscoll, Simon Robins Grounds & Facilities: Graham Jackson, Paul Abraham, Denham Earl, Chris Evans & Roland Walton Rules & Playing Conditions: Richard Laudy, Jeremy Beckwith, Crispin Lyden-Cowan & Anthony Gamble Sponsorship: Crispin Lyden-Cowan, Peter Murphy & Roland Walton Surrey CCC: Crispin Lyden Cowan, Peter Murphy, Paul Taylor & Roland Walton Website: Helen Ross Year Book Editor Chris Evans Communications: Chris Evans & Helen Ross Advertising: Denham Earl Match Results & League Tables: Helen Ross, Crispin Lyden-Cowan, Graham Jackson & Peter Murphy Statistician (1st, 2nd & 3rd XIs only): Martyn Holloway-Neville 01372 723453 [email protected] Umpires Panel: See Umpires Panel page 4 - All Sub-Committee Chairmen are indicated in bold type.
Bankers: Auditor: HSBC Bank plc, 54 High Street, Epsom, Surrey KT19 8DS Robert Cairns FCA., 11 McDonough Close, KT9 1ER
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Surrey Championship Umpires Panel 2016
I would like to express the thanks of the Panel umpires for the warmth of hospitality that so many clubs offer our members over the summer months. I offer a very warm welcome to the many new umpires joining our Panel this season and hope very much that they enjoy their first season with us in the Surrey Championship. The Panel operates in the 1st XI League from Premier Division down to Division 4. We continue to see a steady flow of younger umpires wishing to join the Panel each season, which is very encouraging. It should be noted that just as the Surrey Championship is a pathway for talented young players to progress towards the professional game, the same is true for umpires. The ECB has established a clear route for the very best umpires in the Championship to progress to Minor Counties or County 2nd XI matches. To find out more about becoming an umpire please visit the Umpires’ section of the Championship website or http://www.surreycricketofficials.org.uk/index.htm. The Championship now offers subsidies to clubs who send their members on the Level 1 Umpires Training Course, pass the exam, and then go on to stand as umpires in at least two Championship matches at any level. The subsidy will offset the cost of the course. It should be noted that Level 1 Training courses are held from January to March each year at four centres around Surrey – details are available from the link above. If every club were to have a target of getting one of their members each season through the Course, the exam and some practical experience, it would be of great benefit to the club and cricket in Surrey more generally. This would also provide a greater pool of potential umpires for the Panel to choose from and meet its long term aspiration of providing Panel umpires for the whole of the 1st XI League. There is only one change to the Playing Conditions this year in Panel-umpired matches. In a limited overs match where the first innings ends 40 minutes or more before the scheduled meal interval, there will be a 10 minute break for the change of innings and the second innings will then commence and the meal interval will be taken at its scheduled time. Jeremy Beckwith – Chairman, Surrey Championship Umpires’ Panel See facing page for umpires’ list.
Contacts Chairman Jeremy Beckwith [email protected] Secretary Stuart Todd [email protected] Appointments Secretary John Flatley [email protected] Cry Offs contact Tim Lavis [email protected] Umpires Marks Co-ordinators Prem/Div 1 Phil Sherlock [email protected] Div 2, 3 & 4 Paul Witney [email protected]
Cricket Weeks 2016
Addiscombe 25 - 29 July Old Hamptonians 30 June - 3 July Banstead 1 - 5 August Old Whitgiftians 18 - 23 July Beddington 11 - 15 July Oxted & Limpsfield 11 - 18 July Cheam 18 - 22 July Reigate Priory 18 - 22 July Chessington 1 - 5 August Sunbury 1 - 5 August Chipstead CW TBC Sutton 20 - 24 June Guildford 18 - 22 July Thames Ditton 9 - 12 July Hampton Wick Royal 12 - 15 June Worcester Park 24 - 28 July Horsley & Send 15 - 19 August
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Ref Umpire Contact No. Ref Umpire Contact No. 166 Bartlett, Robert 07770 931565 40 Martin, Mick 01784 244882 3 Beckwith, Jeremy 07771 762452 120 Matthews, Phil 07743 164555 82 Blondell, Anthony 07730 943669 90 Morrison, Dennis 07808 293758 157 Brown, David 07808 181743 161 Patel, Devesh 07711 043360 150 Campbell, Joe 07519 132666 45 Peacock, Clive 07772 634379 158 Chaudhuri, Raj 07961 574314 151 Penston, Nick 07801 081072 108 Coddington, Oliver 07870 985878 165 Quinton, Clive 07766 761864 12 Collins, Roy 07778 841066 77 Robinson, Gordon 07785 242047 114 Corstorphine, Dale 07774 436888 65 Rogers, Janet 07803 231564 71 Davies, Peter 07850 530771 162 Rogers, Simon 07977 407665 138 Deering, Richard 07944 694892 49 Rowley, Chris 01344 883748 156 Dodwell, Bernie 07799 891730 50 Sherlock, Phil 07759 483776 175 Dwarakanath, Vijay 07837 578692 147 Simmons, Hugh 07773 352241 91 Elliott, Andrew 07702 074452 169 Simmons, Jonathan 07748 652899 83 Flatley, John 07980 742727 112 Smith, Steve 07785 548107 126 Fletcher, Nigel 07988 983273 164 Smith, Robert 07817 774673 23 Gray, John 07774 654954 99 Starkey, Graeme 07981 082448 168 Hemnani, Madhur 07412 006498 170 Storey, Andy 07775 900095 127 Henderson, Chris 07582 383397 171 Theobald, Stephen 07785 513173 80 Hodge, Steve 01372 457615 113 Thomas, Paul 07888 840742 148 Holloway, Neil 07821 428615 57 Thorpe, Geoffrey 01252 718182 128 Hunt, Digby 07971 692893 121 Todd, Stuart 07816 783035 119 Hunte, Michael 07847 409653 58 Turner, Ian 07846 236898 159 Hutton, Christopher 07429 443045 131 Turner, Geoff 07810 356694 33 Jackson, Graham 07967 901510 173 Wilkinson, Mark 07912 345545 35 Johnson, Matt 07770 850844 124 Williams, Neil 07900 952542 53 Jones, Cedric 07936 376778 132 Witney, Paul 07939 867556 141 Kent, Colin 07956 020524 92 Wood, Richard 07825 028252 174 Khan, Adnan 07459 041938 152 Woods, Rob 07768 722150 97 Lavis, Tim 07881 693170 153 Woodward, Bob 07710 437810 146 Leach, Andy 07973 241634 136 Woolmer, Roger 020 8715 0726 160 Legg, Nigel 07793 722216 133 Yandell, David 07711 337146
Annual Awards Dinner The 2015 Annual Dinner was an enjoyable occasion at The Kia Oval with a good meal. Sponsors Ryman and 480 Members and Guests were well entertained by Graham Thorpe (Surrey and England) and MC Roger Dakin Thanks are due to the fine organisation by Roland Walton, our President, Mark Babb and Brian Driscoll Friday 7th October 2016 will see the 48th Annual Dinner, again at THE KIA OVAL The Guest Speaker will be Tony Cottey (Glamorgan CCC, Sussex CCC and Eastern Transvaal )
5 Section 1 – Important Information Peter Murphy - Chairman of The Surrey Championship As most of those reading our Year Book will know we started 2015 aware that it would be the final year of our previous sponsorship, so it is with great pleasure that we welcome Travelbag, the worldwide travel specialists, as the new sponsor of The Surrey Championship. I believe this can be a mutually beneficial relationship and I urge all club members and others associated with the League to look out for exclusive competitions and special offers from Travelbag, as well as ways you can help your club by booking your next holiday with them. Moving on to other big issues which have dominated the past year I am reflecting that even for someone on the Executive Committee as long as I have been the first year as Chairman has been an eye-opener, providing a view into everything the Committee has responsibility for and fielding a number of issues which were new to me. Whatever commitments and undertakings are promised in that “honeymoon” period after election, it is difficult not to get blown off course by unexpected turns of events. I had expected formats and the length of games to feature more in our endeavours; they need to be a priority in 2016. The passing of Virginia Edwards was something we had been fearing, while hoping beyond hope we would not have to confront it. There is a tribute to her elsewhere in this book but her death, while (typically) still in office as Registration Secretary, cast a long shadow over the year and I could not post this message without a mention of her unrelenting commitment to the League over many years. As I said in my eulogy, “what we will most remember is someone who simply saw what needed doing if the League was to prosper and got on and did it”. Cricketing issues, which took up more time than expected, included addressing ECB concerns about the definition of “overseas exempt” players in our playing conditions as well as the structure of 3rd XI cricket; two widely varying subjects but both of importance to the playing communities directly affected and a reminder of the variety of cricket which exists across our extensive structures. In an ideal world we would have introduced the new joint (with the Fuller's Brewery Surrey County League) Regional Structure for 3rd XIs with more prior consultation. But I felt we had a unique opportunity to make a radical change of benefit to a cricketing sector which is of huge importance to the ongoing good health of the club game in Surrey. I hope it proves to be just that. I have learned a number of lessons over the course of 2015 and I mention just two here. First, we have a Committee which may appear quite large but, although consisting of committed and hard-working people, is often stretched to deal with everything that comes its way. I have therefore co-opted Phil Trayner to join our ranks to act as a focal point for our thinking about the cricketing issues which face us (and many other leagues) as the reported decline in participation levels continues. Second, while the risk of getting ambushed by the unexpected will not go away, we would benefit from more rigorous forward planning so that we have a complete understanding of what we should be doing at every stage of the year. This will ensure that timetables for such things as delivering fixtures, proposals for structural change (e.g. divisional re-organisation) and canvassing views on key changes to playing conditions and formats are perfectly synchronised. The interplay between these and other duties of the League means that simply taking each of them forward in parallel will not work. It is not always as simple as it might sound but we have to crack it.
Enjoy the 2016 season!
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Surrey Championship - 1st XI League Tables for 2015 Points: Time – Win 24, Tie 12, WD 2, ED 1, LD 0, Aban 4; Limited Overs – Win 20, Tie 10, No Result 4
ECB Premier Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Sunbury (4) 18 7 6 0 0 0 1 3 1 0 0 0 5 10 0 303 Normandy (P) 18 6 6 0 0 0 1 2 2 1 0 0 8 6 0 282 Weybridge (5) 18 6 5 0 1 0 0 4 2 0 0 0 20 8 0 274 Reigate Priory (1) 18 5 6 0 1 1 0 1 2 2 0 0 9 13 0 273 Sutton (3) 18 3 5 0 0 0 1 3 5 1 0 0 14 13 4 199 Wimbledon (2) 18 3 4 0 1 1 0 4 4 1 0 0 18 17 0 194 Guildford (8) 18 3 4 0 1 0 2 5 3 0 0 0 16 17 0 187 Beddington (P) 18 1 4 0 2 0 1 5 5 0 0 0 16 24 0 148 Valley End (7) 18 3 1 0 0 0 0 7 6 1 0 0 26 17 0 139 Leatherhead (6) 18 0 1 0 1 0 1 8 7 0 0 0 35 29 0 86
1st XI Division 1 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Ashtead (P) 18 8 6 0 0 0 1 0 3 0 0 0 7 9 0 328 East Molesey (3) 18 6 7 0 0 0 1 2 2 0 0 0 7 12 0 303 Cranleigh (5) 18 5 7 0 0 0 1 3 2 0 0 0 13 12 0 285 Banstead (R) 18 4 5 0 4 0 0 1 4 0 0 0 28 18 0 250 Spencer (R) 18 4 5 0 1 0 0 4 3 1 0 0 16 14 0 232 Chipstead C’don & W (P) 18 2 5 0 1 0 0 6 4 0 0 0 19 16 0 185 Malden Wanderers (7) 18 3 3 0 0 0 2 4 6 0 0 0 20 20 0 172 Old Whitgiftians (4) 18 2 3 0 2 0 2 3 6 0 0 0 34 25 0 171 Camberley (8) 18 2 2 0 0 0 1 6 7 0 0 0 33 23 0 144 Farnham (6) 18 1 1 0 0 0 0 8 7 1 0 0 27 22 0 97
1st XI Division 2 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Walton on Thames (4) 18 7 8 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 8 0 336 Old Rutlishians (P) 18 4 7 0 0 0 1 4 1 1 0 0 12 10 0 262 Chessington (8) 18 3 7 0 4 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 22 12 0 258 Worcester Park (6) 18 4 4 0 3 0 1 1 5 0 0 0 24 14 0 220 Epsom (3) 18 5 3 0 2 0 1 1 6 0 0 0 14 13 0 211 Esher (R) 18 4 2 0 1 0 1 3 7 0 0 0 26 20 0 184 Purley (7) 18 1 4 0 1 0 3 4 5 0 0 0 33 14 0 153 Dulwich (5) 18 1 4 0 1 0 1 6 5 0 0 0 13 22 0 141 Cheam (R) 18 1 3 0 1 0 2 5 6 0 0 0 30 24 0 140 Ashford (P) 18 1 2 0 1 0 2 5 7 0 0 0 28 24 0 118
1st XI Division 3 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Egham (4) 16 5 6 0 1 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 11 11 0 264 Bank of England (8) 16 4 7 0 1 0 2 1 1 0 0 0 13 6 0 257 Old Wimbledonians (7) 16 4 5 0 3 0 0 1 3 0 0 0 17 15 0 234 Oxted & Limpsfield (P) 16 3 5 0 1 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 17 18 0 209 Trinity Mid-Whitgiftian (R) 16 4 2 0 1 0 1 2 6 0 0 0 23 18 0 179 Horsley & Send (R) 16 2 4 0 2 0 1 3 4 0 0 0 24 17 0 173 Addiscombe (6) 16 1 4 0 1 0 1 5 4 0 0 0 21 23 0 150 Streatham & M’borough (3) 16 1 3 0 1 0 2 4 5 0 0 0 23 18 0 127 Staines & Laleham (9) 16 1 0 0 0 0 3 4 8 0 0 0 12 17 0 53
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Surrey Championship - 1st XI League Tables for 2015 (continued)
Points: Time – Win 13, Tie 7, WDraw 4, LDraw 1, Aban 1; Limited Overs – Win 9, Tie 5, No Result 1, Bonus 1
1st XI Division 4 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Guildford City (2) 18 6 8 0 2 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 11 6 0 325 Dorking (P) 18 6 8 0 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 0 4 6 0 314 Byfleet (P) 18 6 6 0 0 0 0 3 3 0 0 0 1 14 0 279 Kingstonian (8) 18 5 6 1 1 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 5 9 0 268 Cobham Avorians (6) 18 5 4 1 0 0 0 3 5 0 0 0 2 13 0 227 Woking & Horsell (R) 18 3 3 0 0 0 0 6 6 0 0 0 18 19 0 169 Old Hamptonians (4) 18 3 3 0 0 0 0 6 6 0 0 0 3 17 0 152 Hampton Wick Royal (7) 18 3 2 0 1 0 0 5 7 0 0 0 19 18 0 151 Farncombe (5) 18 2 3 0 1 0 1 5 6 0 0 0 10 24 0 144 Old Emanuel (3) 18 0 2 0 0 0 2 7 7 0 0 0 24 17 6 75
1st XI Division 5 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Sanderstead (4) 18 5 7 0 1 0 1 2 1 1 0 0 6 11 0 283 Weybridge Vandals (P) 18 4 6 0 3 0 1 1 2 1 0 0 23 12 0 261 Alleyn (R) 18 5 4 0 0 0 1 3 5 0 0 0 13 14 0 227 Chertsey (5) 18 3 6 0 2 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 12 18 0 226 Stoke D'Abernon (3) 18 4 5 0 1 0 1 3 4 0 0 0 14 11 0 223 Maori Oxshott (7) 18 5 3 0 0 0 2 2 6 0 0 0 15 19 0 214 Old Pauline (8) 18 4 3 0 1 0 2 2 5 1 0 0 19 12 0 193 Battersea Ironsides (P) 18 2 5 0 1 0 1 5 4 0 0 0 14 19 0 183 Churt (R) 18 1 3 0 2 0 1 5 5 1 0 0 22 19 0 133 Godalming (6) 18 1 1 0 0 0 1 7 8 0 0 0 29 16 0 89
Surrey Championship - 2nd XI League Tables for 2015
Points: Time – Win 13, Tie 7, WDraw 4, LDraw 1, Aban 1; Limited Overs – Win 9, Tie 5, No Result 1, Bonus 1
2nd XI Premier Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Reigate Priory (1) 18 7 7 0 2 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 7 5 0 328 Wimbledon (4) 18 5 5 0 2 0 0 2 4 0 0 0 17 15 0 256 Sunbury (2) 18 4 4 1 2 0 0 2 4 1 0 0 12 15 0 223 Weybridge (5) 18 4 3 1 0 0 1 4 5 0 0 0 16 17 0 199 Normandy (7) 18 3 3 0 2 0 1 3 5 1 0 0 22 14 0 176 East Molesey (3) 18 1 5 0 1 0 4 3 4 0 0 0 32 18 0 176 Ashtead (P) 18 3 3 0 1 0 3 2 6 0 0 0 18 20 0 172 Malden Wanderers (8) 18 2 3 1 1 0 0 6 5 0 0 0 18 19 0 157 Leatherhead (P) 18 0 5 0 2 0 4 3 3 1 0 0 20 21 0 149 Guildford (6) 18 1 4 1 1 0 1 5 5 0 0 0 15 13 0 146
2nd XI Division 1 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Spencer (3) 18 5 5 0 3 0 0 1 4 0 0 0 19 15 0 260 Epsom (R) 18 5 6 0 1 0 0 3 2 1 0 0 1 12 0 259 Valley End (4) 18 5 5 0 0 0 3 1 4 0 0 0 17 9 0 246 Walton on Thames (6) 18 3 5 0 1 0 1 3 4 1 0 0 13 11 0 202 Sutton (5) 18 3 4 0 1 0 0 4 5 1 0 0 23 19 0 200 Old Rutlishians (P) 18 1 6 0 4 0 2 2 3 0 0 0 27 18 0 197 Farnham (7) 18 1 4 0 2 0 4 1 5 1 0 0 31 22 0 165 Banstead (R) 18 1 4 0 1 0 3 4 4 1 0 0 30 20 0 160 Beddington (8) 18 0 5 0 2 0 3 4 4 0 0 0 22 22 0 148 Bank of England (P) 18 3 0 0 1 0 0 4 9 1 0 0 23 21 0 122
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Surrey Championship - 2nd XI League Tables for 2015 (continued)
Points: Time – Win 13, Tie 7, WDraw 4, LDraw 1, Aban 1; Limited Overs – Win 9, Tie 5, No Result 1, Bonus 1
2nd XI Division 2 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Worcester Park (3) 18 5 7 0 2 0 1 1 1 1 0 0 12 8 0 288 Old Wimbledonians (7) 18 4 7 0 3 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 15 14 0 271 Trinity Mid-Whitgiftian (5) 18 4 7 0 0 0 1 4 2 0 0 0 19 9 0 264 Dulwich (R) 18 4 6 0 3 0 1 1 2 1 0 0 17 14 0 257 Old Whitgiftians (8) 18 5 4 0 2 0 1 1 5 0 0 0 13 14 0 231 Esher (P) 18 2 4 0 0 0 3 3 5 1 0 0 17 22 0 171 Addiscombe (6) 18 1 4 0 2 0 2 4 5 0 0 0 30 24 0 162 Woking & Horsell (P) 18 2 2 0 2 0 0 5 7 0 0 0 17 20 0 129 Purley (4) 18 1 3 0 1 0 2 4 6 1 0 0 20 10 0 120 Cheam (R) 18 1 0 0 0 0 3 5 9 0 0 0 20 15 0 59
2nd XI Division 3 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Cranleigh (P) 16 5 6 0 1 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 5 8 0 255 Oxted & Limpsfield (6) 16 4 6 0 1 0 2 1 2 0 0 0 10 7 0 235 Egham (R) 16 3 6 0 1 0 2 2 2 0 0 0 19 15 0 228 Ashford (5) 16 3 4 0 0 0 1 4 4 0 0 0 20 12 0 184 Sanderstead (R) 16 4 3 0 1 0 0 3 5 0 0 0 6 16 0 180 Dorking (3) 16 3 3 0 2 0 1 2 4 1 0 0 23 13 0 176 Chipstead C’don & W (P) 16 3 3 0 2 0 1 2 5 0 0 0 17 16 0 169 Streatham & M’borough (4) 16 2 4 0 1 0 0 5 4 0 0 0 15 11 0 156 Camberley (8) 16 0 0 0 0 0 1 7 7 1 0 0 13 16 0 33
2nd XI Division 4 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Guildford City (5) 18 5 8 1 0 0 0 2 0 1 1 0 5 2 -4 325 Chessington (7) 18 6 6 1 1 0 1 1 2 0 0 0 8 15 0 299 Chertsey (4) 18 6 5 0 0 0 0 3 4 0 0 0 10 7 0 261 Hampton Wick Royal (6) 18 4 5 0 2 0 1 2 4 0 0 0 19 17 0 236 Ripley (P) 18 3 6 0 3 0 1 2 3 0 0 0 14 19 0 231 Stoke D'Abernon (R) 18 3 6 0 0 0 3 3 3 0 0 0 10 18 0 220 SinjunGrammarians (3) 18 2 5 0 1 0 1 5 4 0 0 0 19 8 0 177 Kingstonian (P) 18 3 2 0 1 0 0 4 7 1 0 0 17 13 0 148 Alleyn (8) 18 3 0 0 0 0 1 5 8 0 1 0 19 18 0 129 Maori Oxshott (R) 18 0 0 0 0 0 0 8 8 0 0 2 7 7 0 14
2nd XI Division 5 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Battersea Ironsides (P) 18 3 9 0 1 0 2 3 0 0 0 0 12 10 0 276 Kempton (5) 18 5 6 0 2 0 1 1 3 0 0 0 13 12 0 269 Old Emanuel (7) 18 6 3 0 2 0 0 1 6 0 0 0 12 17 0 237 Old Hamptonians (3) 18 5 4 0 0 0 2 2 5 0 0 0 17 20 0 237 Lingfield (P) 18 5 3 0 1 0 1 2 5 0 1 0 15 14 0 231 Deando Ruxley (4) 18 2 5 0 2 0 1 4 4 0 0 0 28 18 0 198 Horsley & Send (R) 18 2 4 0 2 0 1 4 5 0 0 0 20 24 0 176 Cobham Avorians (8) 18 3 3 0 1 0 2 3 6 0 0 0 17 16 0 167 Godalming (6) 18 1 5 0 0 0 1 6 3 0 0 2 15 15 0 154 Thames Ditton (R) 18 1 2 0 0 0 0 7 7 0 1 0 13 22 -4 123
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Surrey Championship - 3rd XI League Tables for 2015
Points: Time – Win 13, Tie 7, WDraw 4, LDraw 1, Aban 1; Limited Overs – Win 9, Tie 5, No Result 1, Bonus 1 3rd XI Premier Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Sunbury (3) 18 7 6 0 1 0 0 1 2 1 0 0 9 6 0 309 Reigate Priory (2) 18 4 6 0 0 0 0 5 2 1 0 0 12 12 0 244 Old Rutlishians (P) 18 4 6 0 0 0 3 2 2 1 0 0 10 13 0 243 Dulwich (7) 18 2 6 0 1 0 3 3 3 0 0 0 8 25 0 203 Weybridge (4) 18 3 5 0 1 0 1 4 4 0 0 0 12 17 0 203 Malden Wanderers (P) 18 6 1 0 0 0 0 3 7 1 0 0 23 12 0 203 Wimbledon (1) 18 3 4 1 2 0 1 3 4 0 0 0 14 16 0 196 Spencer (6) 18 3 2 1 3 0 0 3 5 1 0 0 22 18 0 172 Banstead (8) 18 1 5 0 1 0 1 6 4 0 0 0 25 16 0 167 Sutton (5) 18 2 0 0 1 0 1 5 8 1 0 0 15 15 0 84
3rd XI Division 1 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Ashtead (R) 18 4 7 0 3 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 18 17 0 277 Walton on Thames (P) 18 6 5 0 2 0 0 1 4 0 0 0 11 17 0 276 Valley End (5) 18 5 6 0 3 0 0 1 3 0 0 0 18 9 0 273 Normandy (P) 18 5 5 0 0 0 2 2 4 0 0 0 10 14 0 244 Old Wimbledonians (7) 18 5 3 0 1 0 1 2 6 0 0 0 5 8 0 195 Oxted & Limpsfield (6) 18 3 4 0 1 0 1 4 5 0 0 0 19 10 0 183 Guildford (4) 18 1 6 0 0 0 2 5 3 1 0 0 11 10 0 169 East Molesey (8) 18 1 6 0 0 0 1 7 3 0 0 0 9 10 0 163 Beddington (3) 18 2 3 0 0 0 2 4 6 1 0 0 15 22 0 149 Cheam (R) 18 2 0 0 0 0 1 6 9 0 0 0 13 7 0 68
3rd XI Division 2 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Worcester Park (3) 18 6 7 0 2 0 1 0 2 0 0 0 11 15 0 314 Streatham & M’borough (P) 18 5 7 0 1 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 7 8 0 277 Hampton Wick Royal (4) 18 5 5 0 0 0 1 3 4 0 0 0 7 9 0 236 Purley (6) 18 4 5 0 1 0 0 4 4 0 0 0 6 14 0 218 Guildford City (P) 18 2 6 0 1 0 1 4 3 0 0 1 17 11 0 198 Sanderstead (5) 18 3 4 0 0 0 1 5 5 0 0 0 14 11 0 177 Old Whitgiftians (R) 18 2 4 0 1 0 1 4 5 0 1 0 8 13 -4 175 Woking & Horsell (7) 18 3 3 0 3 0 1 2 6 0 0 0 16 20 0 174 Trinity Mid-Whitgiftian (8) 18 2 3 0 0 0 3 4 6 0 0 0 30 18 0 156 Epsom (R) 18 2 1 0 1 0 1 5 8 0 0 0 16 24 0 110
3rd XI Division 3 East P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts SinjunGrammarians (4) 16 5 6 0 1 0 0 2 2 0 0 0 8 10 0 260 Addiscombe (5) 16 5 5 0 1 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 5 12 0 239 Battersea Ironsides (3) 16 3 5 0 0 0 0 5 3 0 0 0 13 13 0 198 Merstham (6) 16 3 4 0 1 0 0 4 3 1 0 0 8 20 0 186 Dorking (P) 16 4 3 0 1 0 1 2 5 0 0 0 7 17 0 182 Chessington (R) 16 3 4 0 0 0 3 2 3 1 0 0 6 13 0 175 Chipstead C’don & W (2) 16 2 4 0 2 0 3 1 3 1 0 0 12 16 0 164 Thames Ditton (7) 16 3 1 0 1 0 0 4 7 0 0 0 11 13 0 118 Leatherhead (R) 16 1 2 0 0 0 0 7 5 1 0 0 8 17 0 93
3rd XI Division 3 West P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Ashford (4) 16 7 7 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 3 2 0 313 Cranleigh (3) 16 6 4 0 0 0 0 2 2 0 1 1 5 10 0 259 Chertsey (2) 16 4 3 0 0 0 0 2 5 1 1 0 4 17 -4 205 Ripley (P) 16 3 5 0 0 0 1 4 3 0 0 0 9 11 0 192 Kingstonian (8) 16 3 4 0 0 0 1 4 4 0 0 0 6 14 0 172 Esher (5) 16 4 2 0 0 0 0 4 5 0 1 0 4 10 0 170 Egham (6) 16 3 3 1 1 0 0 3 4 1 0 0 6 13 0 167 Farnham (7) 16 1 3 0 1 0 0 6 3 0 0 2 12 17 0 115 Kempton (E8) 16 2 1 1 0 0 0 7 5 0 0 0 12 17 0 107 10 Section 2 – Season 2015 Statistics and Records
Surrey Championship - 4th XI League Tables for 2015
Points: Time – Win 13, Tie 7, WDraw 4, LDraw 1, Aban 1; Limited Overs – Win 9, Tie 5, No Result 1, Bonus 1
4th XI Premier Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Wimbledon (2) 18 5 7 0 1 0 0 3 2 0 0 0 6 5 0 273 Spencer (5) 18 6 5 0 1 0 1 1 4 0 0 0 5 12 0 263 Dulwich (1) 18 4 7 0 2 0 1 2 2 0 0 0 13 9 0 262 Reigate Priory (4) 18 6 5 0 0 0 0 3 4 0 0 0 5 4 0 253 Banstead (P) 18 6 3 0 2 0 0 1 6 0 0 0 12 12 0 232 SinjunGrammarians (6) 18 2 6 0 3 0 0 4 3 0 0 0 23 19 0 216 Sunbury (3) 18 2 5 0 0 0 1 5 4 1 0 0 8 9 0 169 Streatham & M’borough (P) 18 1 2 0 1 0 1 5 6 1 1 0 25 21 0 136 Oxted & Limpsfield (7) 18 1 3 0 0 0 2 6 6 0 0 0 31 18 0 133 Normandy (P) 18 1 1 0 0 0 4 4 7 0 0 1 13 36 0 93
4th XI Division 1 P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Old Rutlishians (E2) 16 3 8 0 1 0 1 1 0 0 2 0 6 4 -4 288 Woking & Horsell (R) 16 5 5 0 1 0 0 2 3 0 0 0 14 11 0 247 Worcester Park (E3) 16 4 4 0 1 0 0 2 3 0 2 0 5 14 -4 241 Purley (2) 16 4 4 0 3 0 0 1 4 0 0 0 18 17 0 217 Beddington Park (6) 16 3 4 0 0 0 2 2 4 0 1 0 12 11 -4 199 Ashford (W2) 16 1 5 0 1 0 2 2 5 0 0 0 16 23 0 165 Weybridge (W3) 16 2 3 0 0 0 0 5 4 0 1 1 5 9 -4 146 Sutton (C3) 16 0 3 0 0 0 2 4 5 0 0 2 8 6 0 74 Hampton Wick Royal (R) 16 1 0 0 0 0 0 4 8 0 0 3 6 13 0 43
4th XI East Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Ashtead (C5) 16 4 6 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 11 6 0 237 Crockham Hill (6) 16 4 5 0 2 0 1 1 3 0 0 0 11 13 0 224 Battersea Ironsides (P) 16 3 5 0 2 0 1 2 2 0 1 0 12 15 0 223 Merstham (C9) 16 2 3 0 0 0 2 3 4 0 2 0 5 7 -4 164 Dorking (P) 16 3 2 0 0 0 1 4 4 0 1 1 7 13 0 152 Sanderstead (C8) 16 2 2 1 2 0 1 3 4 0 1 0 3 19 0 144 Addiscombe (C4) 16 3 1 1 0 0 1 4 3 1 1 1 4 11 0 141 Beddington (4) 16 2 2 0 1 0 0 5 2 1 1 2 3 5 0 122 Trinity Mid-Whitgiftian (C7) 16 2 1 0 1 0 3 2 5 0 1 1 9 8 0 107
4th XI West Division P W Wo T Wd Ed Ld Lo L A Wc Lc Bap Bop Pen Pts Walton on Thames (4) 18 5 5 0 1 0 0 2 1 0 4 0 7 9 -4 322 Malden Wanderers (E8) 18 5 5 0 1 0 0 2 3 0 2 0 6 11 -4 283 Valley End (6) 18 6 4 0 0 0 1 1 4 1 1 0 8 10 0 266 Old Wimbledonians (E5) 18 4 4 0 0 0 1 4 4 0 1 0 12 15 0 223 Epsom (E7) 18 2 5 0 1 0 1 5 1 0 1 2 4 13 0 187 Kempton (10) 18 2 3 0 2 0 0 4 5 0 1 1 17 15 -4 168 Horsell Red Lions (7) 18 3 2 0 0 0 1 4 5 1 1 1 10 18 0 164 Staines & Laleham (8) 18 1 5 0 0 0 1 3 3 2 0 3 3 10 0 145 Egham (9) 18 2 2 0 3 0 1 2 6 0 0 2 17 20 0 131 East Molesey (5) 18 2 2 0 0 0 2 5 5 0 0 2 5 15 0 108
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Surrey Championship Promotions and Relegations in 2015
ECB Champions Runner-up Relegated Premier 1st XI Sunbury Normandy Valley End and Leatherhead 2nd XI Reigate Priory Wimbledon Leatherhead and Guildford 3rd XI Sunbury Reigate Priory Banstead and Sutton 4th XI Wimbledon Spencer Oxted & Limpsfield and Normandy
Division 1 Champions Runner-up Relegated 1st XI Ashtead East Molesey Camberley and Farnham 2nd XI Spencer Epsom Beddington and Bank of England 3rd XI Ashtead Walton on Thames Beddington and Cheam 4th XI Old Rutlishians Woking & Horsell Hampton Wick Royal - see Note 4
Division 2 Champions Runner-up Relegated 1st XI Walton on Thames Old Rutlishians Cheam and Ashford 2nd XI Worcester Park Old Wimbledonians Purley and Cheam 3rd XI Worcester Park Streatham & Trinity Mid-Whitgiftian and Epsom Marlborough 4th XI (E) Ashtead Oxted & Limpsfield 4th XI (W) Walton on Thames Malden Wanderers
Division 3 Champions Runner-up Relegated 1st XI Egham Bank of England see Note 2 2nd XI Cranleigh Oxted & Limpsfield see Note 2 3rd XI (E) Sinjungrammarians Addiscombe see Note 3 3rd XI (W) Ashford Cranleigh see Note 3
Division 4 Champions Runner-up Relegated 1st XI Guildford City Dorking Old Emanuel - see Note 1 2nd XI Guildford City Chessington Maori Oxshott - see Note 1
Division 5 Champions Runner-up Relegated 1st XI Sanderstead Weybridge Vandals Godalming - see Note 1 2nd XI Battersea Ironsides Kempton Thames Ditton - see Note 1
Promoted from Fuller's Brewery Surrey County League 1st XI Kempton and Haslemere 2nd XI Merstham and Staines & Laleham
Note 1: Only one team relegated due to the withdrawal of Pyrford at the start of the 2015 season Note 2: No teams relegated due to Note 1 and Guildford City to remain in Division 4 in the light of League facilities requirements which remain outstanding Note 3: No 3rd XI sides relegated to the Fuller's Brewery Surrey County League following the formation of the new, jointly administered, 3rd XI Regional League (see page 27). Note 4: Only one side relegated to 4th XI regional divisions due to withdrawal of Guildford 4th XI at the start of the 2015 season
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Surrey Championship Twenty20 Competition 2016
1st Round to be completed by Friday 20 May 2015 2nd Round to be completed by Friday 10 June 2015 3rd Round to be completed by Friday 1 July 2015 4th Round to be completed by Friday 15 July 2015
The Semi-Finals and Final will be on Sunday 24 July 2015 at Normandy CC (GU3 2AH). The ECB National Area Finals will be on Sunday 7 August 2015 hosted by the Southern Premier League, at a venue to be advised. The ECB National Regional Finals will be on Sunday 21 August 2015 at a venue to be advised. The ECB National Finals Day will be on Tuesday 6 September at Derbyshire CCC.
Please put all of these dates in your diary. See the Surrey Championship Website for the draw and to see the results of each Round. Please contact Simon Robins for further details (M) 07809 584111 Surrey Championship Twenty20 Results 2015
The tenth Twenty20 Finals Day was played at Ashford CC on a very wet Sunday 26 July 2015. It was a great credit to the club that any cricket was played that day. Kingstonian, Reigate Priory, Weybridge and Wimbledon made it through to the finals. The umpires were Ian Turner, Anthony Blondell and Tim Lavis. Semi-Final 1: Wimbledon beat Reigate Priory on a bowl out in the rain 2-1 Semi-Final 2: Kingstonian 45-5 lost to Weybridge 47-1 in 4.2 overs by 9 wkts (5 over game) Final: Wimbledon (100-4 in 10 overs) beat Weybridge (82-8) inc a hat trick for Tim Rawlinson of Wimbledon. Many thanks go to Ashford for hosting the day in very trying circumstances. Having won the Surrey Championship T20, Wimbledon went on to represent the Surrey Championship in the Area Finals of the ECB National T20 Competition where they were joined by Blackheath (Kent League), East Grinstead (Sussex League) and South Wilts (Southern Premier League). ECB National South Area Finals played on 2nd August at Wimbledon CC Semi-Final 1: Blackheath (133-7) beat East Grinstead (114-7) Semi-Final 2: South Wilts (108) lost to Wimbledon (109-4) Area Final: Wimbledon (167-4) beat Blackheath (100) ECB National Regional Final played on 16th August at Cranleigh CC Wimbledon 157-6 in 20 overs lost to Exmouth 158-7 off the last ball. Wimbledon’s run was brought to an end in a thrilling game which went one way then the other and it was finally decided off the last ball after Exmouth’s 8th wicket pair put on an unlikely 38 from 4 overs to win the game. Exmouth went on to lose to Ealing in the National Final at Cardiff. The 2015 competition again highlighted the strength of the Surrey Championship – it was the seventh time our T20 winners have won through the Area Final stage beating the best that Kent, Sussex and Southern Leagues have to offer. 2009 – Reigate 2010 – Wimbledon 2011 - Valley End 2012 – Wimbledon 2013 – Wimbledon 2014 – Ashtead 2015 - Wimbledon
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2015: The Best Performances in the ECB Premier - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets T Bevan (Beddington) 356 @ 25.43 25 @ 32.84 B Erasmus (Guildford) 445 @ 29.67 20 @ 22.35 C Green (Sunbury) (eo) 552 @ 36.80 40 @ 12.78 A MacQueen (Valley End) 500 @ 38.46 27 @ 26.37 T Managei (Weybridge) 370 @ 26.43 22 @ 22.64 K Moolman (Beddington) (o) 368 @ 24.53 32 @ 19.09 W Sheridan (Wimbledon) 510 @ 34.00 26 @ 22.27 N Sowter (Normandy) (eo) 348 @ 31.64 24 @ 24.67 M Spriegel (Wimbledon) 397 @ 30.54 41 @ 16.12
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: G Davson (Sutton) (eo) 112* & 5-31 (a) vs Valley End (lo) A MacQueen (Valley End) 97 & 7-82 (a) vs Leatherhead & 106 & 6-52 vs Leatherhead (lo) P Mann (Weybridge) 63* & 5-104 vs Leatherhead M Spriegel (Wimbledon) 89 & 7-73 (a) vs Valley End Highest Team Score: 341-6 Weybridge (a) vs Reigate Priory Lowest Team Score: 58 Wimbledon vs Normandy (lo) Highest Match Aggregate: 600 Weybridge 318-7 vs Leatherhead 282 Highest Individual Innings: 178 C Green (Sunbury) (eo) vs Normandy Most Runs in 2015: 822 S Erwee (Weybridge) (o) Most Wickets in a Match: 8 R Cummins (Beddington) 8-94 (a) vs Weybridge Most Wickets in 2015: 48 V Venkateswaran (Normandy) (eo) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 16 G Lester (Beddington) Wicket-Keeping: 25 A London (Sunbury) Most Stumpings in 2015: 9 A London (Sunbury) Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 34 A London (Sunbury) 25 catches & 9 stumpings ——————————————————— Best Wicket Partnership for First XIs in All Divisions – 2015 1 246 S Mohammed & D Wood Old Rutlishians vs Ashford (lo) (D2) 2 232 C Green (eo) & J Maunders Sunbury vs Normandy (P) 3 209* S Lara (o) & K Patel Trinity MidWhitgiftian vs Streatham & Marlborough (D3) 4 180 N Lee & J Swift Dorking (a) vs Hampton Wick Royal (lo) (D4) 5 181 M Crump & S Thanabalasingam (o) Cranleigh (a) vs Farnham (D1) 6 145* S Homes & R Lammiman Ashtead vs Cranleigh (D1) 7 140 S Ali & K Shah Kingstonian vs Farncombe (lo) (D4) 8 126 A London & I Sohi Sunbury (a) vs Leatherhead (P) 9 121* A Appleton & R Luff Farncombe vs Hampton Wick Royal (D4) 10 95* J Conway & O Horne Godalming (a) vs Alleyn (D5)
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Top Players in the Premier Division - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB J Maunders (Sby) 17 4 704 144* 54.15 3 3 V Venkateswaran (Nor) (eo) 177.3 27 610 48 12.71 3 6-76 C Murtagh (RPy) 14 3 575 123* 52.27 1 3 C Green (Sby) (eo) 153.4 23 511 40 12.78 1 5-42 A London (Sby) 15 2 643 125 49.46 3 2 K Smith (Sby) 134.3 29 474 32 14.81 2 5-27 B Compton (Wim) (eo) 17 4 629 98 48.38 0 6 M Spriegel (Wim) 176.3 18 661 41 16.12 5 7-73 A Delmont (RPy) (o) 17 4 629 132* 48.38 2 3 L Beaven (RPy) 226.0 45 701 41 17.10 2 5-47 S Erwee (Wey) (o) 17 0 822 145 48.35 2 6 R Cummins (Bed) 212.1 52 765 43 17.79 1 8-94 G Davson (Sut) (eo) 17 1 744 129 46.50 4 2 A Virdi (Sby) 157.3 25 573 32 17.91 2 5-26 G Outram (Sut) 15 4 472 82* 42.91 0 3 J Johnston (Wim) 125.5 26 430 23 18.70 0 4-19 I Prowse (Nor) 16 3 543 97 41.77 0 3 P Mann (Wey) 114.0 23 434 23 18.87 1 5-104 A Down (Bed) 13 2 456 82* 41.45 0 2 F Vainker (Wey) 181.1 23 703 37 19.00 1 6-76 H Allen (Sut) 16 1 596 104 39.73 1 5 K Moolman (Bed) (o) 159.4 23 611 32 19.09 1 6-45 A MacQueen (Val) 14 1 500 106 38.46 2 2 D Selmes (Gui) 122.4 14 490 25 19.60 1 6-46 M Nicol (Lh) (eo) 18 1 641 105* 37.71 1 5 M Ritchie (Lh) (o) 146.2 18 577 29 19.90 2 5-53 C Green (Sby) (eo) 16 1 552 178 36.80 2 2 S King (RPy) 113.0 9 501 23 21.78 1 5-31 B Curran (Wey) (eo) 14 0 512 129 36.57 1 3 W Sheridan (Wim) 150.1 22 579 26 22.27 0 4-22 M Laidman (Lh) 16 1 546 124 36.40 1 3 B Erasmus (Gui) 118.0 23 447 20 22.35 0 4-28 O Batchelor (Nor) 17 1 552 101* 34.50 2 2 T Managei (Wey) 135.2 17 498 22 22.64 0 4-38 W Sheridan (Wim) 16 1 510 79* 34.00 0 5 O Birts (Gui) 114.0 13 516 22 23.45 1 6-69 D Redwood (Val) 17 1 520 84 32.50 0 4 N Sowter (Nor) (eo) 122.5 13 592 24 24.67 0 4-34 H Grice (Nor) 18 3 474 99* 31.60 0 3 W Hodson (RPy) 168.0 38 600 24 25.00 1 7-64 W Harris (Nor) 16 2 437 140 31.21 1 2 M Cawood (Sut) 172.2 24 702 28 25.07 0 4-38 S Lewis (Bed) 16 0 478 75 29.88 0 3 A Shinwari (Sut) 127.1 13 579 23 25.17 0 4-43 B Erasmus (Gui) 17 2 445 99* 29.67 0 2 A MacQueen (Val) 183.1 25 712 27 26.37 2 7-82 L Edwards (Gui) (o) 18 0 475 80 26.39 0 3 T Bevan (Bed) 180.4 31 821 25 32.84 0 4-55 B Kingsnorth (Val) 18 0 445 58 24.72 0 1 A Dyson (Lh) 146.1 15 762 21 36.29 0 3-50 (o) overseas player, (eo) exempt overseas player, (cp) contracted player, (lo) limited overs fixture
Also scored centuries: F Ahmad (Bed) (eo), B Jeffery (Gui), R Oliver (RPy) (cp), N Sowter (Nor) (eo), M Spriegel (Wim) Also scored 300+ runs: 397 M Spriegel (Wim), 385 B Jeffery (Gui), 384 H Cripps (Wey), 370 T Managei (Wey), 368 K Moolman (Bed) (o), 356 T Bevan (Bed), 353 S Tomlinson (Val), 351 O Mills (Wey), 350 J Lehmann (RPy) (eo), 348 N Sowter (Nor) (eo), 340 J Pope (Wey), 337 N Gregory (Sby), 332 P Moor (Wey) (eo), 331 T Nevin (Val), 325 L Smith (Sut), 321 M Fernie (Wim), 301 F Ahmad (Bed) (eo) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: G Davson (Sut) (eo), C Jones (Nor), A Mendis (Val), D Robertson (Val) (o), N Saker (RPy), J Tribe (Lh) Hat-tricks: G Davson (Sut) (eo) (a) vs Val (lo), C Jones (Nor) vs Gui (lo) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: 6: A London (Sby) (a) vs Wey (6c) (=CR) 5: A London (Sby) vs Val (4c/1s), O Pope (Gui) vs Sby (5c) (lo), J Smith (Gui) vs Val (5c) (lo) 3 stumpings in a match: A London (Sby) vs Sut 4+ Fielding catches in a match: C Cachopa (RPy) (eo) (a) vs Wey (lo), T Collins (Gui) vs RPy REPRESENTATIVE XI FIXTURES The Sovereign Trophy (45 overs, knockout) SC Divisions 1 to 5 Combined XI Manager - John Bramhall 07771 725495 - [email protected] Captain - TBC
RESULTS FROM 2015 Wed 27th May 2015 @ Ashtead British Tamils 284 for 8 (45 overs), Surrey Championship 256 (L Beaven 59) (37.3 overs)
FIXTURES FOR 2016 Round 1 – Wed 25 May 1.30pm East Sussex CL vs. Surrey Championship (Divs 1-5) Round 2 – Wed 15 June 1.30pm Away vs. Kent CL (Divs 3-5) or Caribbean Cup Club Competition XI or Elliott Davis London CL
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Top Players in the Premier Division - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB S Roberts (Lh) 7 1 443 150* 73.83 2 1 T Linley (Wim) 88.5 18 253 23 11.00 1 6-8 M Baker (Lh) 10 2 570 134 71.25 2 3 K Boudville (MWs) 110.3 27 361 31 11.65 4 6-24 B Campbell (EMy) 15 3 459 80* 38.25 0 2 A Hughes (Sby) 110.2 21 370 26 14.23 1 5-59 H Straw (Gui) 14 3 420 121 38.18 1 1 J Miller (EMy) 140.1 16 480 33 14.55 3 6-21 D London (Sby) 14 1 483 127 37.15 1 1 B Donovan (RPy) 139.4 27 468 32 14.63 0 4-16 M Wakefield (Lh) 15 2 439 125* 33.77 1 2 C Wigley (RPy) 160.0 17 572 39 14.67 3 5-7 G Martin (Atd) 17 0 558 72 32.82 0 5 M Javaid (Wey) 142.1 33 427 26 16.42 1 6-44 D Wills (Wim) 17 1 481 94 30.06 0 3 H Marambe (Wim) 110.5 24 394 21 18.76 1 5-36 (eo) exempt overseas player, (lo) limited overs fixture P Cohen (Atd) 128.2 21 471 25 18.84 1 6-36 Also scored centuries: S Kalsi (Sby) 136.0 28 553 27 20.48 0 4-45 S Davies (Wim), S Day (Wey), O Hairs (RPy), C Weill (Gui) 165.4 17 693 32 21.66 1 7-51 L Haughton (RPy), F MacDonald (RPy), T Lister (RPy), M Wakefield (Lh) 150.5 16 650 30 21.67 1 6-59 J Lukens (Wim), B Moore (Gui), J Vaughan-Davies (Atd), B Walter (Gui), M Wicherek (Nor), R Wright (Sby) Also scored 300+ runs: 397 C MacDonald (Wey), 386 D Baker (Lh), 385 H Storey (Atd), 383 S Stephens (MWs), 379 S Keyes (MWs), 368 R Skidmore (Nor), 367 T Cross (Wey), 356 P Barford (MWs), 355 S Davies (Wim), 346 J Lukens (Wim), 342 P Cohen (Atd), 328 F MacDonald (RPy), 326 J Smith (RPy), 324 S White (Wey), 304 H Marambe (Wim), 302 S Burgess (Sby) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: T Kazmi (Lh), J Nolan (Nor), R Withey (Nor) 6: A Adams (Wey), S Jayasinghe (EMy), T Long (MWs), H McInley (RPy), D Pope (Sby), J Smith (EMy) 5: T Caviet (Wey), D De Silva (Wim), S Jelley (Nor), J Marks (MWs), L Methley (Wey), K Shakeel (MWs), A Singh Sambhi (Sby) (eo), J Smith (EMy), N Solomon (Wim), A Stanier (Sby) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: 6: D Wills (Wim) (a) vs Sby (6c) (lo) 5: J Brooks (Lh) vs Atd (2c/3s) (lo), R Burton (Nor) vs Wey (5c), K Ingram (EMy) vs Wim (4c/1s) 3 stumpings in a match: J Brooks (Lh) vs Wey (3s/1c) & vs Atd (3s/2c) (lo), G Meadows (Gui) (a) vs Nor (3c/1s) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: T Briggs (RPy) (a) vs MWs, J Lavender (MWs) (a) vs Sby (lo) Top Players in the Premier Division - 3rd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB C Higgins (Sby) 18 6 612 130* 51.00 1 4 G Hough (Dul) 188.0 45 504 40 12.60 2 8-39 J Southby (Sby) 12 3 387 93* 43.00 0 1 W Ahmad (ORs) 91.4 17 292 23 12.70 1 6-45 A Martin (MWs) 9 0 359 91 39.89 0 4 C Anand (Wim) 99.3 25 327 24 13.63 1 5-29 A Ireland (RPy) 13 3 359 71 35.90 0 3 J Andrews (Wim) 84.5 13 310 21 14.76 1 6-83 L Sharma (Sby) 13 0 444 64 34.15 0 5 C Higgins (Sby) 88.3 12 351 23 15.26 0 4-31 C Willmer (Scr) 14 2 406 89 33.83 0 3 A De Silva (Wey) 124.4 21 514 33 15.58 1 5-19 N Sayed (ORs) 13 2 360 134* 32.73 1 1 S Yasin (ORs) 118.2 20 394 25 15.76 1 6-13 N Rotsey (RPy) 11 0 354 92 32.18 0 3 L Sharma (Sby) 96.3 24 321 20 16.05 0 4-38 D Wotherspoon (Wey) 12 0 359 119 29.92 1 1 C Bentall (Sby) 124.0 15 488 30 16.27 1 5-83 G Chesser (Ban) 18 2 450 85 28.13 0 2 M Packham (RPy) 87.5 8 408 22 18.55 0 4-29 J Stainer (Ban) 14 1 358 49 27.54 0 0 M Glover (Scr) 117.5 15 457 23 19.87 0 4-19 Also scored centuries: M Brightwell (Ban) 141.5 30 442 21 21.05 0 3-32 Twice: N Hudson (Dul) C Holden (ORs) 114.4 17 476 20 23.80 0 3-21 Once: M Angel (MWs), H Beeston (MWs), J Griffin (Sut), R R Gopi (Sby) 132.5 19 536 22 24.36 0 3-35 Griffin (Sut), R Haughton (RPy), A Jafri (Scr), H Houlder (Wim) 92.2 5 491 20 24.55 0 4-82 H Mahajan (Sby), K Mirza (RPy), H Neale-Smith (Sut), U Riaz (Scr), R Taylor (Wey) Also scored 300+ runs: 344 D Unger (Wey), 335 N Hudson (Dul), 334 U Riaz (Scr), 328 H Lee (Wey), 300 M Angel (MWs) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: J Gillam (Ban) 6: R Graham (MWs), J Luxford (MWs), R Taylor (Wey) 5: A Adams (Wey), T Bizayi (ORs), S Blake (Sut), S Cossey (RPy), M Golding (Sby), S Hall (Sut), O Hartley (RPy), T Long (MWs), U Mehmoud (ORs), C Newbold (RPy), N Sayed (ORs), S Schofield (Sut), T Whitwick (MWs), A Wood (Ban) Hat-tricks: C Hope (Dul) (a) vs RPy 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: S Corbey (ORs) (a) vs Dul (4c/1s) & E Hughes (Sby) (a) vs Dul (5c) (lo) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: J Chapman (Dul) (a) vs Wey, H Hafeez (ORs) (a) vs MWs (lo), L Sharma (Sby) vs Wim (lo) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: N Sayed (ORs) 134* & 5-51 (a) vs MWs (lo) 17 Section 2 – Season 2015 Statistics and Records
2015: The Best Performances in Division 1 - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets S Khan (Spencer) (o) 561 @ 46.75 27 @ 19.04 T Lancefield (Banstead) 962 @ 53.44 30 @ 23.10 J Lawrence (Banstead) 319 @ 29.00 20 @ 20.30 K Philander (Camberley) (eo) 322 @ 23.00 20 @ 33.90 S Thanabalasingam (Cranleigh) (o) 297 @ 27.00 20 @ 14.55
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: D Sibley (Atd) (cp) 76 & 5-59 (a) vs Malden Wanderers Highest Team Score: 359-5 Banstead (a) vs Old Whitgiftians Lowest Team Score: 50 Chipstead, Coulsdon & Walcountians vs Banstead Highest Match Aggregate: 681 Old Whitgiftians 341-9 vs Camberley 340 Highest Individual Innings: 162 T Lancefield (Banstead) (a) vs Old Whitgiftians Most Runs in 2015: 962 T Lancefield (Banstead) Most Wickets in a Match: 7 T Deighton (Ashtead) 7-63 (a) vs Banstead R Jafri (Malden Wanderers) 7-39 (a) vs Chipstead, Coulsdon & Walcountians S Khan (Spencer) (o) 7-52 (a) vs Banstead J Moore (East Molesey) 7-61 vs Camberley Most Wickets in 2015: 53 A Zampa (East Molesey) (eo) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 14 C Henderson (Banstead) (o), C Young (Ashtead) Wicket-Keeping: 20 N Stevens (East Molesey) Most Stumpings in 2015: 8 C Short (Banstead) Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 27 N Stevens (East Molesey) 20 catches & 7 stumpings Top Players in Division 1 - 3rd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB M Collins (EMy) 10 3 673 171 96.14 2 4 A Rose (Atd) 76.1 19 146 20 7.30 1 5-11 T Culhane (Atd) 14 5 501 90 55.67 0 3 S Duke (WoT) 82.0 9 249 22 11.32 1 5-30 P Fisher (Ch) 18 0 681 121 37.83 2 4 J Ghatala (Wns) 87.2 15 294 24 12.25 2 5-18 M Docis (Nor) 13 1 402 87 33.50 0 3 E Thom (WoT) 119.4 28 353 27 13.07 0 4-7 M Tolmie (Wns) 13 0 390 68 30.00 0 2 C Burgess (Atd) 95.3 20 317 21 15.10 1 7-46 (lo) limited overs fixture J Bentley (EMy) 107.0 14 470 27 17.41 1 6-20 Also scored centuries: J Coleman (Val) 152.4 32 503 26 19.35 1 6-72 A Bruen (Ch), T Christiansen (WoT), S Durandt (Val), M Collins (EMy) 145.0 38 482 24 20.08 0 4-58 M McDonagh (WoT), J Mann (WoT), C Pitt (Atd), P Fisher (Ch) 122.4 20 495 24 20.63 0 4-33 J Redwood (Val), P Scott (Nor), N Tilley (Gui), C Green (Gui) 117.5 10 508 20 25.40 0 3-12 C Wood (EMy), C Young (Nor) Also scored 300+ runs: 338 A Bruen (Ch), 328 M Lea (Val), 313 N Ejje (OxL), 309 I Walters (Bed), 303 M McDonagh (WoT) & P Scott (Nor) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 8: D Paisey (OxT) 7: J de Jesus (WoT) 6: J Charles (Gui), J Dominy (WoT), H MacMillan (OxL), E Thomas (OxL), A Walton (WoT) 5: R Annandale (WoT), J Burrowes (Gui), C Caprano-Wint (Atd), B Curson (OxL), N Emmins (OxL), J Green (Bed), A Grimshaw (Nor), J Hargreave (Bed), E Hougasian (WoT), Z Iqbal (Gui), W Jenner (Gui), J de Jesus (WoT), R May (Bed), J Nolan (Nor), R Powell (OxL), 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: 7: D Wardle (WoT) (a) vs EMy (6c/1s) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: F McMillian (Gui) vs EMy
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Top Players in Division 1 - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB D Sibley (Atd) (cp) 13 3 780 154 78.00 2 5 R Jafri (MWs) 79.2 13 274 24 11.42 1 7-39 S Waters (Cra) 15 3 760 118 63.33 3 4 J Gonszor (Cra) 124.5 29 308 22 14.00 0 4-10 T Lancefield (Ban) 18 0 962 162 53.44 3 6 K Boudville (MWs) 76.0 12 288 20 14.40 2 6-65 S Khan (Scr) (o) 14 2 561 130 46.75 1 5 A Zampa (EMy) (eo) 216.5 39 764 53 14.42 6 6-25 M Crump (Cra) 15 2 522 94* 40.15 0 4 S Thanabalasingam (Cra) (o) 66.2 8 291 20 14.55 0 4-37 N Woods (CCW) 18 1 650 136* 38.24 2 3 T Meyer (Ban) 100.0 11 327 22 14.86 1 5-31 S Burge (EMy) 16 3 467 84 35.92 0 4 J Thomas (Atd) (o) 149.5 25 548 36 15.22 1 6-39 T Hutcheson (Cam) 15 1 491 117 35.07 1 2 T Deighton (Atd) 203.3 28 776 48 16.17 2 7-63 J Stainer (Ban) 18 5 452 55* 34.77 0 2 T Homes (Atd) 105.4 17 355 21 16.90 0 3-14 J Day (Cam) (o) 17 1 523 81 32.69 0 6 R Lavery (Cra) 164.1 31 492 28 17.57 1 5-30 M Sanderson (Atd) 18 0 588 114 32.67 1 2 C Cody (Ban) 85.4 8 371 20 18.55 0 4-42 D Newton (Ban) 17 0 553 103 32.53 1 0 M Raza (Wgt) 163.0 20 660 35 18.86 2 6-62 S Oberoi (CCW) 16 2 439 98 31.36 0 4 R Procter (Cra) 102.3 20 378 20 18.90 0 4-57 M Shoveller (Cam) 17 0 533 157 31.35 1 3 S Khan (Scr) (o) 146.1 16 514 27 19.04 1 7-52 T Burns (Cam) (eo) 18 0 553 78 30.72 0 5 J Lawrence (Ban) 105.4 13 406 20 20.30 1 6-25 J Walker (Far) 14 0 403 83 28.79 0 4 R Goldsworthy (Far) 118.0 24 447 22 20.32 2 5-18 A Butler (MWs) 15 0 428 103 28.53 1 1 W Riley (MWs) (o) 148.2 17 548 26 21.08 0 4-23 N Stevens (EMy) 17 1 440 100* 27.50 1 1 M Scarr (Scr) 125.3 4 550 26 21.15 0 4-39 J Murtagh (Wgt) 16 0 421 71 26.31 0 4 L Padfield (CCW) 151.0 20 558 26 21.46 0 4-13 M Thotiwilage (CCW) 17 0 430 103 25.29 1 2 G Dale (Far) 141.3 22 520 23 22.61 1 5-63 A Clarke (Wgt) 16 0 401 101 25.06 1 1 B Barends (CCW) (o) 172.2 40 596 26 23.00 0 4-24 (o) overseas player, (eo) exempt overseas player, T Lancefield (Ban) 179.4 19 693 30 23.10 0 4-33 (cp) contracted player, (lo) limited overs fixture J Speller (Scr) 150.1 27 583 25 23.32 1 6-58
Also scored centuries: R Dale (Far) 150.4 24 629 23 27.35 0 4-59 J Berry (Far), J Harris (Scr) (cp), A Hollingsworth (Cra), G Puckle (MWs) 183.4 37 578 21 27.52 0 4-27 C Rooney (Far), K Sivakumaran (Scr), B Broughton (Cra) 156.2 25 556 20 27.80 2 5-40 S Thanabalasingam (Cra) (o), L Fisher (Wgt) 158.2 8 808 28 28.86 1 5-129 J Hagger (Cam) 160.4 21 656 21 31.24 1 5-43 Also scored 300+ runs: K Philander (Cam) (eo) 135.3 13 678 20 33.90 0 4-64 399 K Sivakumaran (Scr), 389 J Scriven (Cra), 372 A Hollingsworth (Cra), 370 S Cameron (Atd) & C Thompson (Wgt), 369 R Heald (EMy), 360 J Berry (Far), 342 W Clapp (MWs), 340 T Jagot (Cra), 337 D Hurst (Ban), 333 G Hicks (Far), 323 P Walters (Scr), 322 K Philander (Cam) (eo), 319 J Lawrence (Ban), 318 J Clarke (Cam), 315 R Caines (Wgt), 311 C van der Merwe (MWs), 304 C Rooney (Far), 301 N Baker (Scr) & A Cheyne (Cam), 300 S Barrett (EMy) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: J Moore (EMy) 5: A Cheyne (Cam), P Davies (CCW), M Friedlander (Atd), H Glynn (EMy), D Sibley (Atd) (cp) Hat-tricks: M Raza (Wgt) vs MWs (lo) 3 stumpings in a match: N Baker (Scr) (a) vs CCW (lo) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: L Billingham (Scr) (a) vs Far, C Henderson (Ban) (o) (a) vs CCW, M Shoveller (Cam) vs MWs
Surrey Championship Ground and Facilities Grant Scheme The Surrey Championship Ground and Facilities Grants Scheme again operated in 2015 distributing small grants to member clubs to help towards improvements to their ground and / or playing facilities. The League Chairman, Treasurer and Chairman of the Grounds & Facilities Sub Committee, administer this fund and adjudicate on the bids. In the season the following clubs were successful: Beddington Boundary Rope, Covers £500 Chipstead & Coulsdon New sightscreen £350 Farnham Emergency Tiling works £500 Hampton Wick Royal Ground Equipment £350 Malden Wanderers Boundary Rope £250 Normandy Batting curtains £250
A further round of the scheme is likely in 2016. Applications for grants should be made through Graham Jackson, Chairman of the Grounds & Facilities Sub-Committee. Successful clubs will be notified and a list published in the 2017 Year Book.
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Top Players in Division 1 - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB B Chohan (WoT) 12 2 634 109* 63.40 1 6 G Grant (Scr) 81.4 15 256 21 12.19 2 8-14 R Ratnasabapathy (Sut) 14 3 652 125 59.27 2 3 J Hodges (Scr) 123.0 18 421 26 16.19 1 6-43 K Fisher (Val) 16 4 659 151 54.92 1 4 E Hussain (Val) 134.5 19 426 26 16.38 1 6-42 K Saleem (Scr) 11 2 466 103* 51.78 1 3 S Nathan (Sut) 88.0 4 368 22 16.73 1 5-26 J Price (ORs) 10 1 408 93 45.33 0 5 D Carter (WoT) 92.5 12 376 21 17.90 1 5-42 B Ungaretti (Far) 12 1 477 87 43.36 0 4 P Day (ORs) 130.3 20 431 22 19.59 0 3-31 J Gray (Val) 16 2 602 125* 43.00 1 5 S Thapan (BoE) 178.1 35 672 34 19.76 2 6-101 A Ali (Scr) 12 2 383 82 38.30 0 4 R Anderson (Eps) 130.5 27 514 25 20.56 0 4-61 L Jenkinson (Bed) 13 2 413 73* 37.55 0 2 S Jafri (Scr) 119.5 17 445 20 22.25 0 4-26 M Condie (Ban) 16 5 383 65* 34.82 0 2 I Thorpe (Far) 130.4 5 485 21 23.10 1 5-54 G Hellyer (Far) 17 0 539 90 31.71 0 5 L Cooper-Stewart (Bed) 165.4 21 681 28 24.32 0 4-56 M Vandepeer (ORs) 12 0 370 73 30.83 0 3 S Reedman (Val) 151.3 10 590 21 28.10 1 5-10 J Greet (WoT) 13 1 359 62* 29.92 0 2 C Smith (Bed) 157.5 15 706 24 29.42 0 3-29 O Godden (Far) 16 1 446 90* 29.73 0 2 (o) overseas player, (eo) exempt overseas player, R Lever (ORs) 15 2 376 57 28.92 0 3 (cp) contracted player, (lo) limited overs fixture
Y Patel (BoE) 15 0 394 77 26.27 0 2 Also scored centuries: M Nadarajah (Bed) 17 1 408 66 25.50 0 1 H Bardon (Scr), G Dann (Ban), T Grimes (Far), J Smith (Scr) 15 0 372 71 24.80 0 3 A Hewitson (Eps), J Matthews (Far), A Newbery (Val), N Pryce (ORs) 17 2 370 92 24.67 0 2 K Taylor (Sut), N Thorpe (Far), S Wellman (Val) Also scored 300+ runs: 349 S Wood (Ban), 342 S Schofield (Sut), 326 S Owen (Bed) & M Saidman (,WoT), 317 K Taylor (Sut), 316 R Lowe (Eps), 308 N Thorpe (Far), 305 J Matthews (Far), 303 R Maslin (Eps), 300 C Swainland (Scr) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: M Cannon (BoE), D Hasenkam (ORs), C Henshaw (Sut) 6: M Dunn (Eps), L Tuck (Eps) 5: Twice: J Montebello (Ban) Once: F Austin (Far), J Gordon (Ban), J Howsam (BoE), S Khan (Scr), G Osborne (Far), P Reeves (Ban), S Schofield (Sut), R Trimmings (ORs), E Watson (ORs) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: O Davis (WoT) vs Ban (5c) 3 stumpings in a match: M Fenwick (Sut) (a) vs Scr (3s/1c) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: M Gardner (Sut) (a) vs WoT (lo) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: J Howsam (BoE) 76* & 5-50 (a) vs Bed
Notification of Match Results and Details
RULE 10(d) All XIs in the Travelbag Surrey Championship must follow the following timetable for reporting results onto the Play-Cricket website: Home side – input summary result by 10am Sunday following the match League – lock the summary result by 10.30am Sunday following the match Home side – input detailed scorecard by 11pm Monday following the match Away Side – verify the detailed scorecard by 11pm Wednesday following the match. Note: This includes reporting of results for the new 3rd XI Regional Leagues.
All detailed scorecards will be “locked” after 11pm on Wednesday following the match and no revisions will be made thereafter, except in the case of Executive intervention.
Helen Ross (Match Results Secretary) & Martyn Holloway-Neville (Statistician)
21 Section 2 – Season 2015 Statistics and Records
2015: The Best Performances in Division 2 - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets A Alleyne (Walton-on-Thames) (o) 699 @ 58.25 23 @ 16.13 S Anderson (Ashford) (o) 464 @ 33.14 24 @ 31.83 W Brown (Cheam) 618 @ 41.20 30 @ 18.37 S Khan (Esher) (o) 959 @ 68.50 25 @ 19.24 R Mansfield (Ashford) 291 @ 19.40 32 @ 15.03 J Scott (Purley) 402 @ 25.13 29 @ 22.10 D Yarnley (Chessington) 307 @ 25.58 31 @ 13.84
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: A Alleyne (Walton-on-Thames) (o) 87* & 6-15 vs Purley (lo) S Khan (Esher) (o) 100 & 5-48 vs Old Rutlishians (lo), P Scott (Esher) 61 & 5-35 (a) vs Old Rutlishians D Yarnley (Chessington) 68 & 5-51 (a) vs Cheam Highest Team Score: 310-7 Old Rutlishians vs Ashford (lo) Lowest Team Score: 72 Worcester Park vs Old Rutlishians (lo) Highest Match Aggregate: 559 Epsom 298-7 vs Esher 261 (lo) Highest Individual Innings: 150 D Wood (Old Rutlishians) vs Ashford (lo) Most Runs in 2015: 983 J McNeil (Chessington) (o) Most Wickets in a Match: 8 G Helm (Worcester Park) 8-66 (a) vs Epsom R Woolland (Old Rutlishians) 8-46 (a) vs Dulwich Most Wickets in 2015: 39 M Bainbridge (Walton-on-Thames) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 22 A Alleyne (Walton-on-Thames) (o) Wicket-Keeping: 20 M Alldis (Chessington) Most Stumpings in 2015: 9 J Madoc-Jones (Walton-on-Thames) Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 26 J Madoc-Jones (Walton-on-Thames) 17 catches & 9 stumpings Top Players in Division 2 - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB S Kent (WPk) 11 2 526 147 58.44 1 3 C de Kock (Wns) 124.3 25 415 37 11.22 1 5-22 J Woollhead (Eer) 10 1 408 83 45.33 0 3 C Turner (WPk) 111.0 29 356 29 12.28 1 5-18 B Linekar (Acb) 14 4 437 100* 43.70 1 2 J Mirtschin (Wns) 80.2 11 259 20 12.95 1 5-32 R Warne (TMW) 15 3 477 124* 39.75 1 3 S Yousaf (Wgt) 125.3 30 378 29 13.03 1 5-46 A Shelley (Eer) 11 0 435 116 39.55 1 2 A Arabi (Dul) 139.4 28 394 28 14.07 0 4-14 D Gibson (Wns) 17 0 669 102 39.35 1 4 D Seneviratne (Wns) 104.3 17 333 22 15.14 1 5-44 R Tulsiani (Dul) 16 0 577 83 36.06 0 4 N Ball (WPk) 177.1 28 584 38 15.37 1 7-36 A Ali (Pur) 17 3 500 72 35.71 0 4 N Bradwell (TMW) 122.2 23 441 27 16.33 0 4-31 S Dadar (Wgt) 12 1 389 81* 35.36 0 3 P Chatwal (Wgt) 120.4 18 477 28 17.04 3 7-50 A Khan (Acb) 14 1 453 82 34.85 0 2 B Linekar (Acb) 186.3 40 557 31 17.97 2 6-55 W Markham (Wgt) 11 0 379 120 34.45 2 1 J Steven (Eer) 154.3 22 584 31 18.84 0 4-34 C de Kock (Wns) 13 1 389 94 32.42 0 3 K Munawar (Dul) 169.4 29 636 33 19.27 3 5-14 V Khetia (Wgt) 13 0 420 83 32.31 0 3 J Harrison (WPk) 102.2 19 424 20 21.20 1 5-35 N Ball (WPk) 17 3 429 80* 30.64 0 1 Z Ghani (Acb) 122.5 17 543 25 21.72 1 6-28 G de Groot (WPk) 16 2 422 79 30.14 0 3 E van Zyl (Wns) 143.4 25 478 20 23.90 0 3-56 P Brown (Wns) 15 2 376 89 28.92 0 3 B Ives (TMW) 121.4 17 538 22 24.45 0 4-20 A Rehman (Pur) 18 1 487 111 28.65 1 1 O Guy (WH) 118.1 8 555 22 25.23 1 5-50 S Clarke (TMW) 16 1 419 111 27.93 1 1 (lo) limited overs fixture C Stevens (Acb) 18 1 464 87 27.29 0 4 Also scored centuries: Twice: G Cornick (Dul) - Once: J Bastable (Ch), C Curran (Dul), S Glassington (Pur), M Kember (TMW), N McManus (Ch), R Mugridge (TMW), L Noble (Acb), K Patel (TMW), M Sabben-Clare (Eer), R Subba Row (Wgt), R Thacker (Wgt), O Thornton (Pur) Also scored 350+ runs: 450 G Cornick (Dul) (10 - 6 - 450 - 111* - 112.50 - 2 - 3) Also scored 300+ runs: 339 O Thornton (Pur), 306 T Horwood (Ch), 305 Z Rostami (Dul), 303 R Thacker (Wgt) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: N Cook (TMW), A Ramamurthy (Wgt), S Sugarman (Pur) 5: A Aiyer (WH), A Ali (Pur), J Barrett (Eer), M Bilal (TMW), T Burnett (Eer), A Butt (Wgt), P George (Dul), T Horwood (Ch), J Ramsey (Acb), S Somerford (Pur) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: C Stevens (Acb) (a) vs TMW (3c/2s) 3 stumpings in a match: C Stevens (Acb) (a) vs Wgt (3s) (lo) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: D Henry (Ch) (a) vs Wgt (lo) & N Miller (Eer) vs Wns 50 runs and 5 wkts in a match: P Chatwal (Wgt) 57 & 5-81 (a) vs WH & 59 & 5-58 (a) vs Acb, C de Kock (Wns) 82* & 5-22 (a) vs Pur (lo)
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Top Players in Division 2 - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB J McNeil (Css) (o) 18 4 983 124 70.21 3 6 M Bainbridge (WoT) 167.0 41 450 39 11.54 0 4-17 S Khan (Eer) (o) 18 4 959 134* 68.50 3 8 P Chatura (Eps) (o) 87.2 23 257 22 11.68 1 7-41 A Alleyne (WoT) (o) 16 4 699 116* 58.25 3 3 J Shackleton (ORs) 102.0 28 315 24 13.13 0 4-26 D Wood (ORs) 15 1 806 150 57.57 3 2 D Yarnley (Css) 151.2 28 429 31 13.84 1 5-51 C Carimbocas (Pur) (o) 18 4 793 119 56.64 1 7 R Singleton (Css) 154.2 31 524 35 14.97 1 5-16 J Hill (WPk) 18 3 763 121* 50.87 3 3 R Mansfield (Ash) 116.1 12 481 32 15.03 2 5-42 S Mohammed (ORs) 16 2 672 97 48.00 0 4 F Brown (Dul) 103.0 11 366 23 15.91 2 6-42 W Brown (Ch) 17 2 618 110* 41.20 2 1 A Alleyne (WoT) (o) 113.5 20 371 23 16.13 1 6-15 R Hill (WPk) 16 3 535 107 41.15 1 2 W Brown (Ch) 138.0 15 551 30 18.37 0 4-33 P Frost (Ash) 18 1 653 99* 38.41 0 6 S Khan (Eer) (o) 127.0 17 481 25 19.24 1 5-48 R Bell (WPk) 14 2 460 86 38.33 0 3 N Iqbal (Dul) 123.2 22 469 23 20.39 0 4-42 W Sebastian (Ash) 14 0 477 109 34.07 1 2 D Korkie (WPk) 153.0 16 623 30 20.77 0 4-34 P Bainbridge (WoT) 15 2 440 74 33.85 0 5 R Woolland (ORs) 126.5 12 507 24 21.13 1 8-46 S Horne (Ch) 12 0 404 94 33.67 0 2 J Newell (WoT) 150.3 22 577 27 21.37 0 4-54 S Anderson (Ash) (o) 17 3 464 76* 33.14 0 3 S Waqar (Dul) 158.0 14 645 30 21.50 2 6-33 P Edwards (Eps) 15 2 404 66 31.08 0 3 J Scott (Pur) 160.2 22 641 29 22.10 0 4-20 R Waite (WPk) 17 1 428 74* 26.75 0 3 S Douglas (ORs) 141.0 27 566 24 23.58 0 4-27 K Thorns (Css) 17 1 423 113 26.44 1 1 A Barnicott (ORs) 189.3 22 682 28 24.36 1 5-74 J Scott (Pur) 18 2 402 72 25.13 0 2 G Helm (WPk) 172.3 20 693 25 27.72 1 8-66 B Hudson (Eps) 18 0 445 47 24.72 0 0 S Anderson (Ash) (o) 202.5 27 764 24 31.83 0 4-64
(o) overseas player, (lo) limited overs fixture Also scored centuries: S Cox (WoT), S Gorvin (WoT), S Kent (WPk), P Singh (Css), J Wileman (Eps) Also scored 300+ runs: 387 P Singh (Css), 376 E Stolle (Dul), 370 J Batley (Eps) & W Edwards (Eer), 369 M Currey (Dul), 358 M O’Donnell (Ch), 350 J Wileman (Eps), 330 J Johnson (Pur), 324 S Kent (WPk), 317 S Cox (WoT) & T Mehdi (Pur), 313 A Zeb (Eps), 308 S Gorvin (WoT), 307 D Yarnley (Css), 306 J Riches (ORs) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: R Khan (Pur), M Maginnis (Eer), A Zeb (Eps) 5: Twice: P Scott (Eer) Once: R Chatura (Eps) (o), S Cooper (ORs), J Hill (WPk), R Parsons (Eer), R Trimmings (ORs) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: S Franks (Eer) (a) vs WoT (5c) (lo) & D Wilkinson (WPk) (a) vs WoT (5c) 3 stumpings in a match: J Madoc-Jones (WoT) vs Css (lo) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: 5: A Alleyne (WoT) (o) vs WPk 4: S Horne (Ch) vs Pur & A McCallum (Eer) vs Css Top Players in Division 2 - 3rd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB M Butt (GfC) 16 8 559 121* 69.88 1 5 S Powers (WPk) 118.2 22 350 24 14.58 0 4-31 Y Shahid (WH) 12 3 468 91 52.00 0 5 R Kalel (Wgt) 135.2 28 471 32 14.72 1 6-28 I Burrows (WPk) 13 4 440 106* 48.89 1 3 P Wearmouth (WPk) 126.4 22 427 29 14.72 1 6-31 T Latif (GfC) 16 0 664 123 41.50 2 4 D Driscoll (ShM) 77.4 12 295 20 14.75 0 3-11 N Pillay (ShM) 15 3 497 139 41.42 1 3 S Bradshaw (WPk) 92.0 6 394 26 15.15 2 7-82 L Harris (Sds) 10 1 372 153* 41.33 1 1 A Henderson (ShM) 95.0 19 337 22 15.32 1 5-29 C Bliss (WPk) 14 4 413 68* 41.30 0 3 S Elleray (Sds) 118.1 17 411 25 16.44 2 5-49 T Nayyar (Pur) 14 0 555 110 39.64 1 4 D Gladstone (ShM) 112.3 15 455 27 16.85 2 5-18 A Raj (Wgt) 12 0 382 81 31.83 0 3 M A Mohammed (GfC) 136.0 12 557 32 17.41 2 5-21 S Elleray (Sds) 17 0 488 91 28.71 0 4 M Allan (WH) 136.0 14 501 28 17.89 0 4-19 M A Mohammed (GfC) 16 1 421 60 28.07 0 4 Z ul Hasan (GfC) 141.3 10 570 28 20.36 0 4-57 Also scored centuries: M Asbury (TMW) 129.2 32 475 22 21.59 0 4-29 M Bartolo (ShM), V Bhade (WH), J Bird (Eps), M Clark (ShM), C King (WPk), M Turner (WPk), P Vanderpant (ShM) Also scored 300+ runs: 337 R Abidi (TMW), 315 M Bartolo (ShM), 308 I Roberts (TMW) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: O Horner (Sds), F Retief (Eps) 5: R Abidi (TMW), J Allen (HWR), E Barney (HWR), E Charlton (HWR), T Cronk (WPk), J Fairey (WH), P Funnel (Sds), M Waseem (WH), G Webber (Pur), 3 stumpings in a match: I Burrows (WPk) vs Sds (3s/1c), O King (WPk) vs Pur (3s) (lo) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: M A Mohammed (GfC) 50 & 5-21 (a) vs Pur (lo)
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2015: The Best Performances in Division 3 - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets K Jethi (Old Wimbledonians) 278 @ 27.80 27 @ 16.81 J Khan (Horsley & Send) 379 @ 31.58 40 @ 18.40 S Lara (Trinity MidWhitgiftian) (o) 583 @ 38.87 30 @ 14.23 N Symonds-Baig (Bank of England) 457 @ 45.70 21 @ 19.52
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: None Highest Team Score: 305-3 Bank of England vs Staines & Laleham Lowest Team Score: 50 Oxted & Limpsfield vs Egham Highest Match Aggregate: 562 Addiscombe 268-8 vs Horlsey & Send 294 Highest Individual Innings: 163* J Tindall (Egham) (a) vs Addiscombe Most Runs in 2015: 862 S Jackson (Oxted & Limpsfield) (o) Most Wickets in a Match: 8 S Archer (Staines & Laleham) 8-49 vs Trinity MidWhitgiftian Most Wickets in 2015: 44 N Lack (Oxted & Limpsfield) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 19 S Jackson (Oxted & Limpsfield) (o) Wicket-Keeping: 26 M Wood (Oxted & Limpsfield) Most Stumpings in 2015: 5 A Knott (Streatham & Marlborough Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 28 M Wood (Oxted & Limpsfield) 26 catches & 2 stumpings Top Players in Division 3 - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB S Jackson (OxL) (o) 15 1 862 142 61.57 2 7 R Powell (OxL) 87.1 36 189 22 8.59 2 7-37 J Tindall (Eg) 12 1 576 163* 52.36 1 4 N Lack (OxL) 187.4 37 616 44 14.00 3 6-40 A Jaffer (Wns) 12 2 473 119 47.30 1 3 S Lara (TMW) (o) 117.2 19 427 30 14.23 2 6-56 N Symonds-Baig (BoE) 12 2 457 94 45.70 0 3 D Naylor (Eg) 131.1 21 498 33 15.09 2 6-71 D Ellis (ShM) 13 0 593 132 45.62 2 4 J Gordon (Wns) 101.5 15 365 24 15.21 1 6-56 H O’Brien (BoE) 14 0 558 104 39.86 1 4 J Woodroof (BoE) 110.3 13 462 30 15.40 1 5-30 D Risk (Eg) 16 1 597 120 39.80 1 3 S Kaltner (Eg) 125.0 26 393 25 15.72 0 4-12 G Kapoor (HSd) (o) 16 4 467 94* 38.92 0 5 K Jethi (Wns) 149.1 30 454 27 16.81 1 5-55 S Lara (TMW) (o) 16 1 583 132 38.87 2 3 M Cornelius (Eg) 106.3 19 380 21 18.10 0 4-25 T Sealy-Fisher (Wns) 15 1 505 99 36.07 0 3 G Nielsen (Wns) 118.1 11 510 28 18.21 0 3-30 V Singh (HSd) 15 0 506 152 33.73 1 1 J Khan (HSd) 173.1 14 736 40 18.40 0 4-32 D Lineker (Acb) 14 2 403 65* 33.58 0 2 L McIlwraith (OxL) 106.3 20 435 23 18.91 0 3-22 S Ansar (Acb) (o) 15 1 469 77 33.50 0 4 D Morris (Eg) 119.2 15 422 22 19.18 1 7-32 D Ridgway (BoE) 15 1 430 104* 30.71 1 1 N Symonds-Baig (BoE) 101.0 14 410 21 19.52 0 4-25 S Fletcher (OxL) 16 1 455 118 30.33 1 2 C Jones (Acb) 129.2 24 493 24 20.54 1 6-54 (o) overseas player, (lo) limited overs M Winter (TMW) 143.2 20 642 31 20.71 0 4-32 S Khan (HSd) 84.3 3 459 22 20.86 2 5-47 Also scored centuries: S Archer (StL) 140.2 20 666 30 22.20 2 8-49 Twice: K Patel (TMW) J O’Brien (BoE) 131.3 12 579 23 25.17 3 7-50 Once: C Bond (TMW), C O’Brien (BoE) J Ramsey (Acb) 125.5 15 562 20 28.10 1 5-67 Also scored 300+ runs: R Gayle (HSd) 184.0 27 705 24 29.38 0 4-57 379 J Khan (HSd), 374 M Main (Eg), 370 C Bond (TMW), 357 C O’Brien (BoE), 356 L Noble (Acb), 348 R Brathwaite (ShM), 344 A Hurrion (Acb) & K Patel (TMW), 315 R de Passos (Wns), 312 A Knott (ShM) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: S Ahmed (StL), A Dawson (Wns) 5: B Fullard (OxL), A Fuller (ShM), C Hobbis (ShM), D King (OxL), S Leggett (ShM), R Rawlings (BoE), Y Zahari (TMW) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: 6: S Ansar (Acb) (o) (a) vs Eg (5c/1s) (lo) 5: S Ansar (Acb) (o) (a) vs BoE (5c) J Culley (Wns) (a) vs ShM (5c) (lo) H O’Brien (BoE) vs TMW (4c/1s) (lo) M Wood (OxL) vs HSd (5c) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: S Ferrick (BoE) (a) vs Eg (lo)
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Top Players in Division 3 - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB M Hall (Eg) 13 3 645 88 64.50 0 7 R Key (Sds) 57.3 6 239 21 11.38 1 5-20 L Ward (Cra) 7 1 380 147 63.33 2 0 P Harman (Cra) 80.3 10 264 21 12.57 1 5-30 A Homewood (Dkg) 13 3 509 108* 50.90 2 3 J Hamilton (Eg) 121.2 17 404 29 13.93 2 5-44 B Dombrandt (CCW) 10 0 506 146 50.60 1 3 D Young (Dkg) 118.5 30 347 24 14.46 1 6-16 E Johnston (Cra) 14 1 603 130 46.38 1 3 A Sharif (ShM) 125.1 25 422 28 15.07 1 5-28 M Adamson (OxL) 16 2 604 107 43.14 1 6 M Taylor (Sds) 101.1 17 348 23 15.13 1 5-70 R Hall (Eg) 15 1 573 99 40.93 0 6 M Hawes (Eg) 118.5 18 418 25 16.72 0 3-6 J Kourea (OxL) 13 1 405 72 33.75 0 4 B Simper (Ash) 106.4 13 407 24 16.96 0 4-71 J Dunckley (CCW) 13 0 438 93 33.69 0 5 R Moody (CCW) 96.5 14 372 20 18.60 0 4-35 C Evans (Ash) 13 2 351 102* 31.91 1 1 J Dennison (OxL) 129.3 18 500 24 20.83 1 6-37 D Johnson (ShM) 13 0 396 108 30.46 1 2 M Adamson (OxL) 128.4 12 558 26 21.46 0 4-63 B Simper (Ash) 14 0 415 85 29.64 0 3 M Cashman (Cra) 116.0 21 459 21 21.86 0 4-27 M Homewood (Dkg) 13 0 374 68 28.77 0 2 N Clarke (CCW) 116.4 14 476 21 22.67 2 7-47 (lo) limited overs fixture
Also scored centuries: J Harman (Cra), H Haslam (CCW), B Rogers (Dkg), J Scriven (Cra), J SPrackling (Eg), O Whitley (OxL) Also scored 300+ runs: 316 R Adamson (OxL), 306 N Pestifield (Dkg), 301 J Gale (Dkg) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: J Berressem (Ash), Z Fairchild (OxL) 6: M Hodgkinson (Eg), A Tippell (Ash) 5: Twice: B Staight (Eg) Once: A Barber (CCW), P Davies (CCW), S Ganapathy (OxL), I Gregg (Dkg), H Jackson (Cra), Hat-tricks: B Simper (Ash) vs OxL 4+ Fielding catches in a match: 5: M Cashman (Cra) (a) vs CCW 4: R Mahmood (Ash) (a) vs CCW & vs ShM Top Players in Division 3 East - 3rd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB A Malik (Sig) 8 1 391 91* 55.86 0 4 B Sharp (Mer) 62.1 8 173 24 7.21 3 6-44 P Horton (Dkg) 9 1 429 132 53.63 1 3 R Maguire (Acb) 124.5 27 348 32 10.88 3 7-37 W Ahmad (Lh) 9 0 365 84 40.33 0 4 P Dolan (Lh) 100.1 12 417 29 14.38 0 3-15 D Clements (Bat) 12 1 429 83 39.00 0 3 A Hafeez (Sig) 130.0 16 470 31 15.16 0 4-18 J Christopher (Bat) 11 1 386 126* 38.60 1 1 P Huitson (CCW) 123.3 19 400 26 15.38 1 6-54 S Saloojee (Sig) 14 0 398 105 28.43 1 0 D Kenway (Dkg) 119.2 18 356 21 16.95 1 5-38 M Robinson (TDn) 14 1 365 85 28.08 0 2 A Patel (Sig) 136.3 24 410 23 17.83 0 4-7 (lo) limited overs fixture I Gilhespy (Bat) 140.1 31 388 20 19.40 0 3-23 S Saloojee (Sig) 122.0 23 427 22 19.41 0 4-30 Also scored centuries: M Robinson (TDn) 106.3 12 441 22 20.05 0 4-47 J Gale (Dkg), Aj Khan (Sig), C Nash (Acb) R Barnard (Css) 136.1 24 435 21 20.71 0 4-10 Also scored 300+ runs: 333 Z Sheikh (Sig), 313 A Beecroft (Bat), 302 A Hafeez (Sig) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: M Qazi (Css) 6: A Cox (Dkg), J David (Mer), D Fernandez (Css), A Lane (CCW), J Shrives (Dkg) 5: J Coleman (Mer), J David (Mer), J Gale (Dkg), R Jones (TDn), Ah Khan (Sig), Aj Khan (Sig), D McKay (Css), D Walter (Css) Hat-tricks: G Crosby (CCW) (a) vs Bat (lo) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: T Garton (Lh) vs Dkg (lo), J Parmenter (CCW) vs Sig 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: Ah Khan (Sig) 52 & 5-37 (a) vs Dkg, Aj Khan (Sig) 110* & 5-37 vs Acb
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Top Players in Division 3 West - 3rd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB R Ormiston (Ash) 13 3 578 138 57.80 1 4 B Raeside (Cty) 88.1 9 312 30 10.40 2 5-18 C Patel (Ksn) 11 1 398 88 39.80 0 4 P Robson (Eg) 104.3 10 358 25 14.32 1 5-26 H Butt (Ash) 16 0 620 119 38.75 2 1 T Anwar (Ash) 99.3 18 315 22 14.32 0 3-18 T Anwar (Ash) 12 1 414 71 37.64 0 3 P Kent (Ksn) 126.5 17 430 30 14.33 2 6-15 D Searle (Rip) 16 2 501 96 35.79 0 4 N Patel (Ksn) 93.0 16 315 20 15.75 1 5-31 W Morgan (Kem) 12 0 398 93 33.17 0 3 L Fleming (Rip) 130.3 19 501 31 16.16 2 7-18 (lo) limited overs fixture D Searle (Rip) 132.4 33 461 27 17.07 1 5-30 Also scored centuries: M Henderson (Cra) 122.1 26 398 21 18.95 0 4-35 Twice: J Thomas (Far) Once: A Dix (Eg), N Fletcher (Eer), L Robertson (Cty) Also scored 300+ runs: 312 A Goldsworthy (Far), 305 C Burton (Eer) & N Panting (Rip) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: J Harrison (Cra), M Joshi (Ash) 5: B Aziz (Kem), T Bolger (Cty), P Burke (Cra), R Hafiz (Eer), E Hook (Eg), Z Khan (Ksn), A Lane (Eg), J Lloyd (Cty), R Ormiston (Ash), A Tippell (Ash), T Woods (Rip) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: C Burton (Eer) vs Rip (4c/1s) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: L Fleming (Rip) 52* & 7-18 (a) vs Kem (lo), R Ormiston (Ash) 75* & 5-41 vs Ksn
Fuller’s Brewery Surrey County League/Surrey Championship 3rd XI Regional League This short article explains why, together with the Fuller’s Brewery Surrey County League, we have decided to make a radical change to the organisation of 3rd XI cricket in the lower, regionally-based divisions. Due to the loss in recent years of various 3rd XIs to both Leagues, none of the 4 regional divisions across the Championship and the FBSCL had a full complement of 10 clubs in 2015 and none of the participating XIs could enjoy a full league programme of 18 games. That was an unsatisfactory basis for a league competition and at risk of leading to player disillusionment and the loss of further teams through lack of availability. The new structure is a response to that situation bringing the Championship regional 3rd XI divisions and the FBSCL 3rd XIs together in a single league structure of three regional divisions. In the struggle to get viable numbers into the previous 3rd XI divisions, some 4th and 5th XIs had been allowed to enter but it has been decided to form the new structure entirely of 3rd XIs, with teams thus excluded from the old divisions found places in the Championship’s 4th XI competition. This has left 31 clubs with 3rd XIs in the structure’s inaugural season. The West division has 11 teams so with 18 Saturdays available clubs in that Division will not play two fixtures against every opponent. Some clubs will have 16 games in total and others 17. League positions in that Division only will be determined on an average-points-per-game basis. To emphasise the joint nature and “ownership” of this new structure the administration and playing arrangements will be partly those used by the Championship and partly those used by the FBSCL. For example the FBSCL playing conditions will apply, while general administration such as fixture creation and the results service will be carried out by the Championship. The ball used in all matches will be the ball supplied by the FBSCL for all cricket within the League. At the end of the season the top team in each division goes up to Surrey Championship Division 2, from which 3 clubs will be relegated. We believe this format will help to make 3rd XI league cricket more satisfying week in and week out but we will naturally be monitoring it closely and seeking views from the clubs involved as the season progresses.
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2015: The Best Performances in Division 4 - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets D Agge (Farncombe) 383 @ 22.53 26 @ 26.50 N Ali (Hampton Wick Royal) (o) 559 @ 32.88 27 @ 21.41 M Asif (Guildford City) 327 @ 29.73 20 @ 8.90 S Dissanayaka (Guildford City) 345 @ 34.50 38 @ 12.05 S Kelsey (Dorking) 385 @ 25.67 30 @ 13.73 I Khalid (Kingstonian) 483 @ 30.19 21 @ 19.29 K Prashad (Cobham Avorians) 296 @ 24.67 34 @ 17.09 U Saad (Old Emanuel) 357 @ 21.00 21 @ 35.71 N Shan (Kingstonian) 255 @ 23.18 20 @ 11.90 J Swift (Dorking) 487 @ 48.70 24 @ 20.46 I Tong (Hampton Wick Royal) 360 @ 36.00 20 @ 25.15 AK Tyrone (Cobham Avorians) (o) 611 @ 43.64 42 @ 13.55 T White (Byfleet) (o) 359 @ 23.93 29 @ 17.00
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: N Ali (Hampton Wick Royal) (o) 66* & 5-21 vs Farncombe (lo), S Dissanayaka (Guildford City) 62* & 5-33 vs Old Hamptonians, S Morris (Old Hamptonians) 88 & 5-12 (a) vs Woking & Horsell, AK Tyrone (Cobham Avorians) (o) 106 & 5-35 vs Old Hamptonians Highest Team Score: 436-7 Kingstonian (a) vs Old Emanuel (lo) (AT CR) Lowest Team Score: 23 Byfleet vs Farncombe (lo) (CR) Highest Match Aggregate: 658 Old Emanuel 222 vs Kingstonian 436-7 (lo) Highest Individual Innings: 153 I Khalid (Kingstonian) (a) vs Old Emanuel (lo) Most Runs in 2015: 824 N Lee (Dorking) Most Wickets in a Match: 6 C Chisholm (W&H) 6-51 (a) vs Cobham Avorians & 6-61 (a) vs HWR, S Crabtree (Byfleet) 6-25 vs Old Hamptonians & 6-31 (a) vs Farncombe, S Dissanayaka (Guildford City) 6-14 vs HWR & 6-67 (a) vs Cobham Avorians, R Mansoor (Guildford City) 6-16 vs Farncombe (lo), A Miller (Dorking) 6-39 vs Old Hamptonians, E Morley (Old Hamptonians) 6-37 vs Cobham Avorians (lo), P Norris (W&H) 6-69 vs Old Emanuel Most Wickets in 2015: 45 S Crabtree (Byfleet) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 14 J McLaughlin (Cobham Avorians) Wicket-Keeping: 21 A Rannie (Byfleet) Most Stumpings in 2015: 5 B Appleton (Farncombe), S Nanayakkara (Guildford City) Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 22 A Rannie (Byfleet) 21 catches & 1 stumping
Top Players in Division 4 - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB A White (Css) 14 5 649 138* 72.11 2 4 F Anis (HWR) 103.3 21 321 29 11.07 1 6-33 P Ramanan (GfC) 8 1 373 88 53.29 0 5 V Nadeshan (GfC) 115.2 23 260 23 11.30 0 4-11 M Khan (Sig) 7 0 357 141 51.00 1 1 S Eagles (Cty) 88.5 24 298 26 11.46 1 5-0 P Boast (Cty) 13 4 381 76* 42.33 0 3 A Robson (Css) 101.2 22 330 24 13.75 0 4-28 R Reddy (Ksn) 11 1 358 84* 35.80- 0 3 S Malik (Sig) 121.4 13 404 29 13.93 2 5-29 S Butt (GfC) 14 1 424 69 32.62 0 1 J Earl (SkD) 124.2 17 418 29 14.41 0 4-41 F Abbas (Sig) 12 1 351 78 31.91 0 3 J Jackman (Cty) 115.2 27 366 25 14.64 1 6-26 A Page (SkD) 14 3 350 57 31.82 0 2 C Wales (Rip) 88.1 9 360 24 15.00 1 5-29 M Naveendra (GfC) 15 3 380 79 31.67 0 2 K Dillon (Css) 148.0 26 469 30 15.63 0 4-20 C Foster (All) 13 1 372 60* 31.00 0 3 N Rashid (Rip) 191.5 31 565 34 16.62 1 5-28 J Grimsdale (Rip) 14 0 423 118 30.21 1 1 I Mazeez (GfC) 130.0 21 450 27 16.67 1 5-20 K Ali (Ksn) 14 0 372 71 26.57 0 3 J Townsend (SkD) 94.0 15 374 21 17.81 0 3-4
(lo) limited overs fixture M Russell (Rip) 162.0 29 603 31 19.45 0 4-30 Also scored centuries: J Strange (Css) 124.0 17 476 22 21.64 1 5-26 S Bussey (Cty), J Dhillon (Rip), K Hussain (Rip), H Jamil (Rip) 128.0 15 502 22 22.82 1 5-38 M Jarrett (Mai), T Russell (Rip), S Singh (HWR) Also scored 300+ runs: 343 F Altaf (GfC), 342 S Bussey (Cty) & S Malik (Sig), 341 J Woolman (Css), 336 F Anis (HWR), 310 A McMillan (SkD), 308 A Robson (Css) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: K Khan (Ksn), 5: S Khan (Ksn), J Koreira (Sig), N Lo (SkD), M Nuti (Cty), P Ramanan (GfC), W Mehmood (Ksn) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: M Hampson (Sig) vs Rip (3c/2s) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: P Ramanan (GfC) 64 & 5-29 vs Rip 28 Section 2 – Season 2015 Statistics and Records
Top Players in Division 4 - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB N Lee (Dkg) 16 5 824 104 74.91 2 6 M Asif (GfC) 64.4 12 178 20 8.90 1 5-31 A Fernando (GfC) (o) 11 4 469 119* 67.00 1 4 N Shan (Ksn) 69.4 8 238 20 11.90 1 5-21 J Swift (Dkg) 15 1 487 119* 48.70 2 2 S Dissanayaka (GfC) 134.5 20 458 38 12.05 4 6-14 AK Tyrone (Avn) (o) 15 1 611 108 43.64 2 2 A Miller (Dkg) 159.2 30 469 36 13.02 2 6-39 S Fuaad (GfC) 13 1 469 113 39.08 1 2 AK Tyrone (Avn) (o) 185.2 33 569 42 13.55 2 5-35 R Sikander (Ksn) 16 2 528 112 37.71 2 1 S Kelsey (Dkg) 129.3 23 412 30 13.73 2 5-23 N Ali (HWR) (o) 18 1 559 110 32.88 1 4 S Tyler (Byf) 83.5 9 330 24 13.75 0 4-30 M Jaggard (Fmb) 17 2 482 122* 32.13 1 2 S Crabtree (Byf) 202.3 40 640 45 14.22 3 6-25 I Khalid (Ksn) 16 0 483 153 30.19 1 1 B Kay (Byf) 96.3 18 297 20 14.85 0 4-37 Y Ahmed (HWR) 16 1 448 66 29.87 0 2 T Wijesinghe (Avn) 110.1 16 384 25 15.36 0 4-45 H Ashfaq (Ksn) 18 1 505 71 29.71 0 3 S Morris (Htn) 136.1 27 351 22 15.95 1 5-12 T Johnson (Dkg) 14 0 411 128 29.36 2 0 L Edwards (Fmb) 141.0 24 519 31 16.74 1 5-58 (o) overseas player, (lo) limited overs fixture T White (Byf) (o) 161.1 37 493 29 17.00 0 4-46 Also scored centuries: K Prashad (Avn) 146.1 34 581 34 17.09 0 4-45 S Ali (Ksn), M Asif (GfC), S Hussain (GfC), C Chisholm (WH) 126.4 15 535 31 17.26 2 6-51 A O’Mahoney (HWR), A Rannie (Byf), I Fernando (WH) 113.0 10 479 27 17.74 0 4-45 A Savage (Byf), D Singh (OEm) R Brown (Htn) 132.0 16 489 27 18.11 1 5-23 Also scored 300+ runs: A Ahmed (GfC) 106.2 21 440 23 19.13 0 3-22 385 S Kelsey (Dkg), 383 D Agge (Fmb), G Tong (HWR) 133.0 11 614 32 19.19 0 4-22 379 A Savage (Byf), 369 J Woods (WH), I Khalid (Ksn) 110.2 8 405 21 19.29 1 5-46 366 K Jogia (Dkg), 364 K Shah (Ksn), 362 D Singh (OEm), 360 I Tong (HWR), R Mughal (Htn) 119.2 11 522 26 20.08 0 4-33 359 Q Nawaz (WH) & T White (Byf) (o), E Morley (Htn) 80.0 5 407 20 20.35 1 6-37 357 U Saad (OEm), 352 A Rannie (Byf), J Swift (Dkg) 122.3 16 491 24 20.49 0 4-19 347 T Blood (Dkg) & S Hussain (GfC), D Agge (Fmb) 148.2 21 537 26 20.65 0 4-26 345 S Dissanayaka (GfC), 327 M Asif (GfC), N Ali (HWR) (o) 142.1 16 578 27 21.41 1 5-21 325 A Hussain (OEm), 323 A O’Mahoney (HWR), I Tong (HWR) 115.0 10 503 20 25.15 0 4-57 319 E Martin (Htn), 307 R Luff (Fmb), P Norris (WH) 146.1 18 679 26 26.12 1 6-69 303 M Liyanage (Avn) U Saad (OEm) 149.0 11 750 21 35.61 0 3-29 Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 6: R Mansoor (GfC) 5: C Black (Byf), D Graham (Fmb) (o), T Gujjar (Ksn), R Voller (Fmb), I Zafar (OEm) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: E Martin (Htn) (a) vs OEm (5c) (lo), A Rannie (Byf) (a) vs Ksn (5c), D Worth (Avn) (a) vs Dkg (5c) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: S Morris (Htn) (a) vs Ksn (lo)
Requirements of Clubs regarding Grounds and Facilities
Clubs are required to advise the Grounds & Facilities Sub-Committee of: Any plans to build a new, or upgrade current, Club House and changing rooms. This should be undertaken at the start of any considerations. Nothing should be undertaken or committed to until the Grounds & Facilities Sub-Committee have been consulted and have approved the plans. Change of ground. Providing details of why the change is being made, where the new ground will be and include details of the facilities. No agreement must be signed with other clubs for shared use of the ground until the Grounds & Facilities Sub-Committee has been advised of the proposals and the effect this change would have on all XIs of the Surrey Championship clubs.
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2015: The Best Performances in Division 5 - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville The Championship Double (Qualification: 250 runs and 20 wickets) Player Runs Wickets S Carter (Sanderstead) 424 @ 28.27 32 @ 11.84 D Goodwin (Alleyn) 428 @ 42.80 27 @ 17.33 S Graham (Battersea Ironsides) 328 @ 20.50 31 @ 12.52 I Hopton (Stoke D’Abernon) 386 @ 21.44 28 @ 27.43 M Hutcheon (Maori Oxshott) (o) 300 @ 16.67 40 @ 20.05 S Knight (Chertsey) (o) 679 @ 42.44 33 @ 12.82 R Marshall (Churt) 273 @ 22.75 31 @ 19.06 Z Mehtab (Chertsey) 257 @ 23.36 21 @ 16.95 J Ogle (Chertsey) 354 @ 27.23 27 @ 15.19 C Vidanapathirana (Old Pauline) (o) 307 @ 30.70 27 @ 14.37
50 runs and 5 wickets in a Match: S Knight (Chertsey) (o) 138 & 6-42 (a) vs Churt Highest Team Score: 305-9 Stoke D’Abernon vs Churt (lo) Lowest Team Score: 36 Godalming vs Chertsey (lo) (=CR) Highest Match Aggregate: 600 Stoke D’Abernon 305-9 vs Churt 295 (lo) Highest Individual Innings: 154 W Gudgeon (Stoke D’Abernon) vs Churt (lo) Most Runs in 2015: 802 G Harper (Maori Oxshott) Most Wickets in a Match: 7 W Bevan (Alleyn) 7-46 (a) vs Chertsey N Churaman (Godalming) 7-60 (a) vs Chertsey G Foreman (Weybridge Vandals) 7-42 vs Maori Oxshott (lo) M Hilton (Sanderstead) 7-29 vs Stoke D’Abernon M Hutcheon (Maori Oxshott) (o) 7-62 vs Chertsey Most Wickets in 2015: 48 J Powell (Weybridge Vandals) Most Catches in 2015: Fielding: 15 T Eadon (Alleyn) Wicket-Keeping: 21 C Baker (Weybridge Vandals) Most Stumpings in 2015: 4 R Bull (Sanderstead) Most W/K Dismissals in 2015: 23 C Baker (Weybridge Vandals) 21 catches & 2 stumpings Top Players in Division 5 - 2nd XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 350 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB H Cronshaw (OEm) 12 2 521 110 52.10 1 4 C Page (Kem) 83.0 13 229 23 9.96 3 6-32 Ab Khan (Dea) 14 2 610 136 50.83 2 2 Z Khan (OEm) 114.2 22 324 27 12.00 3 5-30 S King (Avn) 11 3 368 71* 46.00 0 3 T Warne (Kem) 115.0 28 300 25 12.00 0 4-76 S Mills (Bat) 15 2 592 88 45.54 0 5 A Gibson (Bat) 98.0 19 329 27 12.19 1 5-36 R Warne (Kem) 14 3 472 86 42.91 0 4 D Sangaran (OEm) 89.0 10 279 21 13.29 0 4-15 S Naqvi (Dea) 16 1 623 135* 41.53 1 4 S Sidhu (Avn) 96.1 21 298 22 13.55 1 7-69 Ah Khan (Bat) 10 1 359 65 39.89 0 3 C Horne (Gdg) 163.0 33 507 36 14.08 1 7-69 B Mahmood (Dea) 16 0 609 130 38.06 1 4 V Gopal (Bat) 163.4 28 538 36 14.94 2 5-42 M Chaudhry (Dea) 15 2 483 139* 37.15 1 2 M Webster (Lin) 113.4 11 356 23 15.48 0 4-32 E Crowe (Htn) 13 0 424 115 32.62 1 2 A Kapoor (TDn) 143.5 17 541 32 16.91 3 7-55 T Filipinski (Bat) 14 0 388 74 27.71 0 3 J Sudbury (Htn) 92.4 3 436 25 17.44 0 4-22 H Brahmbhatt (OEm) 16 1 395 109 26.33 1 2 G Obrey (Lin) 121.2 20 464 26 17.85 2 6-48 (o) overseas player. (lo) limited overs S Ahmed (Bat) 181.4 33 609 33 18.45 1 6-32 Also scored centuries: H Butt (TDn) 125.2 15 501 26 19.27 0 4-25 N Dodd (Lin), N Lizieri (Htn) T Hunter (Htn) 84.4 4 393 20 19.65 0 4-19 Also scored 300+ runs: I Wyatt (Dea) 170.5 22 631 32 19.72 3 6-24 341 T Hunter (Htn), 334 A Ramesh (Avn), 329 C Black S Parsons (Htn) 132.0 12 546 23 23.74 0 4-61 (HSd) & B Cronshaw (OEm), 323 J Sudbury (Htn), B Mahmood (Dea) 158.2 19 551 23 23.96 1 5-46 322 P Jassi (Htn), 312 S Anderson (Gdg) P Langton (Lin) 145.0 17 532 22 24.18 1 5-64 Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 8: S Crossley (Kem), R Partridge (Avn) 7: I Dhaliwal (Kem), 6: H Brahmbhatt (OEm) 5: L Barber (HSd), S Clutterbuck (TDn), S Divers (Kem), M Gibbons (OEm), S Hameed (HSd), K Hemraj (OEm), C Hicks (OEm), N Lizieri (Htn), N Meadows (Htn), A Robinson (Htn), G Sewell (Gdg), H Singh (Kem), S Vasudevmurthy (HSd), T Welagedara (Kem) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: M Brown (Bat) (a) vs Kem (5c) (lo), S Naqvi (Dea) vs TDn (3c/2s) 50 runs and 5 wickets in a match: H Brahmbhatt (OEm) 109 & 6-43 vs HSd, N Lizieri (Htn) 103 & 5-43 vs Dea, B Mahmood (Dea) 85 & 5-46 (a) vs Lin (lo), T Welagedara (Kem) 53* & 5-20 vs Dea
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Top Players in Division 5 - 1st XI in 2015 Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville Batting (Qualification: 6 completed innings and 400 runs) Bowling (Qualification: 20 wickets) Player Inns NO Runs HS Ave 100s 50s Player Overs Mdns Runs Wkts Ave 5w BB A Singh (WyV) 15 5 563 104* 56.30 1 4 S Carter (Sds) 120.2 21 379 32 11.84 1 5-24 G Harper (Mai) 17 1 802 117 50.13 3 4 S Saker (Mai) 182.4 30 475 38 12.50 2 5-33 A Duncan (OPl) 17 2 738 129 49.20 3 2 S Graham (Bat) 129.1 31 388 31 12.52 3 5-14 S Bishop (Bat) 16 2 644 131* 46.00 2 4 W Powell (WyV) 76.3 13 269 21 12.81 1 5-14 N Driscoll (Mai) 13 0 573 94 44.08 0 6 S Knight (Cty) (o) 111.0 17 423 33 12.82 2 6-42 D Goodwin (All) 12 2 428 128* 42.80 2 1 J Powell (WyV) 183.1 39 621 48 12.94 2 6-37 S Knight (Cty) (o) 18 2 679 138 42.44 2 4 M Hilton (Sds) 135.0 23 473 34 13.91 3 7-29 N Grover (WyV) (o) 15 2 535 81 41.15 0 4 C Vidanapathirana (OPl) (o) 113.3 21 388 27 14.37 0 4-19 T Rigby (OPl) 14 2 470 76 39.17 0 5 J Ogle (Cty) 126.5 20 410 27 15.19 0 4-19 W Gudgeon (SkD) 13 0 484 154 37.23 1 2 L Bentley (WyV) 167.0 31 624 37 16.86 2 6-19 T Eadon (All) 18 2 510 99* 31.88 0 4 Z Mehtab (Cty) 90.3 10 356 21 16.95 0 4-21 S Carter (Sds) 16 1 424 75 28.27 0 3 D Goodwin (All) 134.5 22 468 27 17.33 1 5-23 C Baker (WyV) 18 0 428 80* 23.78 0 4 T Tarrant (SkD) 108.5 20 397 22 18.05 1 5-34 (o) overseas player, (lo) limited overs fixture L Westcott (Cty) 91.2 16 362 20 18.10 0 4-65
Also scored centuries: R Foley (All) 148.0 32 459 25 18.36 1 5-37 R George (All), B Hanger (Cty), A Muzammil (Sds) (o) H Nash (Bat) 119.2 25 425 23 18.48 0 4-6 Also scored 300+ runs: R Marsahll (Crt) 156.4 18 591 31 19.06 0 4-15 386 I Hopton (SkD), 363 S Buckell (WyV), M Hutcheon (Mai) (o) 204.2 24 802 40 20.05 2 7-62 356 J Raimondo (SkD), 354 J Ogle (Cty), W Bevan (All) 153.2 15 594 28 21.21 1 7-46 353 A Muzammil (Sds) (o), 348 J Trower (SkD), J Child (Bat) 121.4 17 459 20 22.95 1 5-32 345 G Stow (Gdg), 342 D Dawson (Gdg), I Hopton (SkD) 184.3 15 768 28 27.43 0 4-14 340 W Murday (All), 328 S Graham (Bat), 323 W Hucker (Crt), 319 G Burton (Cty), 309 J Bridgeman (All), 307 C Vidanapathirana (OPl) (o), 304 N Clarke (Gdg), 303 B Hanger (Cty), 300 M Hutcheon (Mai) (o) Also took 5 or more wickets in a match: 7: N Churaman (Gdg), G Foreman (WyV) 6: T Chandler (Crt), J Crowder (Gdg) 5: U Arora (OPl), R Defreitas (Crt), S Hyman (OPl), G Jackson (Sds), I Jones (Gdg), D McLaglen (Bat), A Mills (SkD), T Ryan (Mai) Hat-tricks: N Spreeth (SkD) vs All (lo) 5 wickets by a w/k in a match: 7: R Redmond (Cty) (a) vs All (lo) (AT CR) 5: S Norris (All) vs Sds (5c) 4+ Fielding catches in a match: 5: J Raimondo (SkD) vs WyV 4: T Finneran (Crt) (a) vs Gdg (lo) A Muzammil (Sds) (o) vs OPl
Team Photographs for the Year Book Please plan your team photographs properly. Try to get all of your players wearing the same shirts and decide whether it is “caps on” or “caps off”. Sometimes, when looking into the sun with caps on, faces are very difficult to see. Please make sure everyone is in the photo and that legs, feet or arms are not cut off! Always take your Team Photos on a digital camera (not a mobile phone) at the highest resolution it will allow. The photos can always be re-sampled smaller, cropped or compressed, later but they cannot be enlarged without loss of quality. As a simple rule, “the bigger, the better”! When supplying photos for inclusion in the Year Book please include a caption with names correctly spelt and supply any inserts as separate photos. Please do not do the photoshop work yourselves as it restricts flexibility when laying out the Year Book. One last request, please ensure that you have obtained the relevant permission to print the picture (and the name) of any young person under 18 involved. Sad, but necessary these days I am afraid. If you would like an opinion about the suitability of a photograph taken during the season, please send it to [email protected]. Thanks - Editor
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Competition Records - 1st XI Compiled by Martyn Holloway-Neville BATTING
Most Runs in Competition: - 18876 C Evans (Ashford), 18667 J Fry (Sutton) (970 Purley, 10565 Sutton, 3901 Dulwich, 3431 Mitcham), 11909 I Messom (Addiscombe), 11159 A Bernard (Esher), 10861 N Angus (199 Horsley & Send, 10662 Epsom)
Highest innings by a club Premier 419-5 by Avorians (a) vs Guildford in 2004 Division 1 420 by Sutton (a) vs Avorians in 2005 Division 2 355-4 by Esher (a) vs Cobham Avorians in 2012 (lo) Division 3 409-5 by Valley End vs Horsley & Send in 2010 (lo) Division 4 436-7 by Kingstonian (a) vs Old Emanuel in 2015 (lo) (All-Time Record) Division 5 403-5 by Dorking vs Croydon MO in 2010 (lo)
Lowest Innings by a club Premier 21 by East Molesey vs Mitcham in 1970 Division 1 26 by Epsom (a) vs Spencer in 2010 (lo) Division 2 20 by Leatherhead vs Worcester Park in 2011 Division 3 21 by Richmond Town (now Kempton) vs Brook in 1993 Division 4 23 by Byfleet vs Farncombe in 2015 Division 5 36 by Chertsey (a) vs Kingstonian in 2010 & Godalming vs Chertsey in 2015 (lo) NB. The lowest score for a completed innings by any team in the Surrey Championship is 4 by Maori Oxshott 2nd Xl (a) vs Woking & Horsell 2nd Xl (lo) in 2009
Most Runs In a Season Inns NO Runs HS Ave. Year Premier D Ward (Banstead) 18 3 1500 163 100.00 1999 Division 1 M Higgs (o) (Avorians) 17 3 1118 187* 79.86 2003 Division 2 S Macdonald (Weybridge) 21 3 964 102* 53.35 1991 Division 3 C Offer (Woodmansterne) 15 0 998 119 65.53 1995 Division 4 L Reece (Egham) (o) 16 4 1077 141 89.75 2013 Division 5 N Woods (Chipstead CW) 18 2 1064 137 66.50 2010
(NB. Malcolm Roberts (Metropolitan Police) was the first batsman to pass 1000 runs in a SC season with 1116 in 1989 in the original Division 1)
Highest Individual Innings Premier 220* D Ward for Banstead (a) vs Cheam in 2003 Division 1 208* M Daykin (o) for Avorians (a) vs Bank of England in 2001 Division 2 187* M Jacobs for Avorians vs Dorking in 1996 Division 3 186 D Redwood for Valley End vs Horsley & Send in 2010 (lo) Division 4 164* A. Hewitson for Maori Oxshott vs Woking & Horsell in 2008 Division 5 225* A Redpath (o) for Blackheath vs Carshalton C G in 2005
(NB. Sarel Erwee (Weybridge) (o) was the first batsman to score 4 consecutive centuries in Championship cricket, with scores of 116, 129*, 140 & 110 during Rounds 8-11 of the Premiership in 2013)
Record Wicket Partnerships 1st 301* D Dempsey (o) and T Hodgson Weybridge (a) vs Limpsfield in 1998 (OD1) 2nd 284* H Grice and M Shoveller Camberley vs Cranleigh in 2007 (D2) 3rd 275* P Harrison and A Ansari Cheam vs Guildford in 2005 (D1) 4th 240* H Mayne and M O’Day (o) Godalming vs Old Pauline in 2013 (D5) 5th 210 A Ahmed and S Dissanayaka Guildford City (a) vs Stoke D’Abernon in 2013 (D5) 6th 215* J Webb and P Yorke Purley (a) vs Malden Wanderers in 1968 (SC) 7th 177* M Watts and F Uddin Kempton (a) vs Limpsfield in 2003 (D3) 8th 163* E Coplestone and J Weller Cranleigh vs Epsom in 1997 (OD2) 9th 138 R Pearson and P Redwood Wimbledon (a) vs Cheam in 2003 (P) 10th 96 S Driessens and M Collin Old Wimbledonians (a) vs Farncombe in 2008 (D3)
(NB. Beddington and Old Whitgiftians were the first pair to achieve the unique feat of tying both their Championship games in 2013 (in Division 1) - Round 2: Bed 164-8 vs Wgt 164 (lo) & Round 13: Wgt 212 vs Bed 212) (NB. Epsom became the first club in Championship history to record a ‘perfect’ season, scoring the maximum 207 points available in Division 3 in 2013. This includes all 9 bonus points available from the LO fixtures)
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BOWLING
Most wickets in Competition 1325 D Morgan (Cheam), 849 C Page (764 Sunbury, 42 Malden Wanderers, 43 Beddington), 807 P Sawyer (Old Emanuel), 708 D Marriott (707 Mitcham, 1 Beddington)
Most Wickets in a Match Premier & OD1 9 S Bahutule (o) (Reigate Priory) 2003, J Bamber (Malden Wanderers) 1987, M Cornelius (Ashtead) 2011, I Curtis (O Whitgiftians) 1983, S Dyson (Wimbledon)1980, G Evans (Addiscombe) 1973, T Gripper (o) (Weybridge) 2002, G Grobler (o) (Sutton) 1985, T Jewell (Guildford) (cp) 2013, R Kotkamp (Wimbledon) 2002, D Marriott (Mitcham) 1975, D Morgan (Cheam) 1983, F Munro (Epsom) 1971, H Naseem (Spencer) 1995, D Pauline (Malden Wanderers) 1988, M Roberts (Banstead) 1988, S Russell (Sutton) 1969 & 1975, S Trenorden (o) (Ashford) 1986, P Sampson (Sutton) 2007, J Webb (East Molesey) 1976 Division 1 9 R Gould (Sunbury) 2003, T Miles (Purley) 2012, R Pineo (Bank of England) 2003, Division 2 10 A Murphy (Maori) 1998 (13.3 – 5 – 21 – 10 vs Old Whitgifitans) Division 3 10 A Nazir (o) (Ashtead) 2001 (12.4 – 6 – 15 – 10 vs Alleyn Old Boys) Division 4 10 S Sharma (o) (Epsom) 2005 (24.2 – 7 – 71 – 10 vs Ripley) Division 5 9 A Miller (Dorking) 2014, S Naqvi (o) (Wallington) 2005, J Scowan (Old Hamptonians) 2005
Most Wickets in a Season Overs Mdns Runs Wks Avge Year Premier & OD1 M Roberts (Beddington) 427.3 125 1163 78 14.91 1991 Division 1 B Oldroyd (o) (Reigate Priory) 369.2 143 875 72 12.15 1999 Division 2 P Petrusiewicz (Dorking) 371.4 93 1037 75 13.82 1990 Division 3 A Nazir (o) (Ashtead) 216.5 45 640 85 7.52 2001 Division 4 S Sharma (o) (Epsom) 293.5 94 678 82 8.27 2006 Division 5 S Naqvi (o) (Wallington) 341.2 97 850 77 11.03 2005
WICKET KEEPERS Most Catches in a Season Premier & OD1 32 M Bennett (Reigate Priory) in 2008 Division 1 29 S Houghton (Walton-on-Thames) in 2010 Division 2 33 G Hopkins (o) (Pyford) in 2005 Division 3 28 G Green (Woking & Horsell) in 2005 Division 4 24 M Graves (Epsom) in 2006 Division 5 26 A Rannie (Byfleet) in 2014
Most Stumpings in a Season Premier & OD1 20 P Bates (Reigate Priory) in 2003 Division 1 15 S Hewitt (Farncombe) in 2002 Division 2 15 P James (Beddington) in 1994, S Macdonald (Avorians) in 1993 M Patel (Warlingham) in 1996 Division 3 14 A V Patel Warlingham) in 2003 Division 4 12 M Wood (Oxted & Limpsfield) in 2014 Division 5 11 G Thomson (Godalming) in 2010, S Ramdin (Stoke D’Abernon) (o) in 2014
Most Catches in an Innings Premier & OD1 6 N Baker (Spencer) 2008, D Brown (Spencer) 1975, J Brown (Wimbledon) 2013, S Lee Sang (Dulwich) 1987, A London (Sunbury) 2015, S Macdonald (Weybridge) 1998, H Norman (Oatlands Park) 1985, G Pearman (Weybridge) 2005Division 1 6 R Arthur (Cheam) 2005 Division 2 6 G Notton (Weybridge) 1989 Division 3 6 M Graves (Epsom) 2002 Division 4 6 J Lawrence (Alleyn & Honor Oak) 2013, D Rowntree (S Railway & Kenley) 2005 Division 5 7 R Redmond (Chertsey) 2015
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Most Stumpings in a Match Premier & OD1 4 D Brown (Spencer) 1985, M Roberts (Streatham) 1987, J Winslade (Guilford) 1989, I Turner (Walton) 1991 & 1992, C Bates (Reigate Priory) 1994, M Lane (Weybridge) 2000, E Strange (Dulwich) 2005, D Edwards (Guildford) 2014 Division 1 4 R Coombe (Sutton) 2005, C Collins (Ashtead) 2009, B Kingsnorth (Valley End) 2012 Division 2 4 G Mawson (Old Pauline) 1987, G Strudwick (Send) 1987, G Notton (Weybridge) 1990 & 1991, J Cox (Normandy) 1994, M Patel (Warlingham) 1996, J Winslade (Avorians) 1997 Division 3 4 T Duffill (Chipstead) 1996, P Lloyd (O Mid-Whitgiftians) 1996 Division 4 3 J L Taylor (Churt) 2008, M Wood (Metropolitan Police) 2013 Division 5 4 S Ramdin (Stoke D’Abernon) 2013
Most Dismissals in a Season Premier & OD1 41 M Bennett (Reigate Priory) 29 caught & 12 stumped 2009 Division 1 33 S Hewitt (Farncombe) 18 caught & 15 stumped 2002 S Houghton (Walton-on-Thames) 29 caught & 4 stumped 2010 T Hutcheson (Camberley) 20 caught & 13 stumped 2013 Division 2 35 S Macdonald (Avorians) 20 caught & 15 stumped 1993 Division 3 35 A V Patel (Warlingham) 21 caught & 14 stumped 2003 Division 4 35 M Wood (Oxted & Limpsfield) 23 caught & 12 stumped 2014 Division 5 30 G Francis (Chessington) 22 caught & 8 stumped 2006
Most Catches in Competition 348 M Graves (Epsom), 319 G Meadows (17 Camberley, 69 Esher, 233 Egham), 285 P Clare-Hunt (263 Esher, 23 Oatlands Park), 277 B Messom (261 Addiscombe, 16 Purley), 218 J Spalton (Wimbledon), 208 M Rowland (175 Cheam 33 Banstead)
Most Stumpings in competition 128 M Graves (Epsom), 104 J Spalton (Wimbledon)
FIELDING
Most Field Catches in a Season — 23 J Bramhall (Reigate Priory) in 1996 Most Catches in an innings — 6 D Redwood (Valley End) in 2010
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34 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports ADDISCOMBE www.pitchero.com/clubs/addiscombecricketclub Main Ground Sandilands, East Croydon CR0 5DB 0208 654 5449 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Addington 1743, Addington Village Road, CR0 5AS Croydon 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Scott Benham David Roche Rob Maguire Jack Southwell James Ramsey 07903 461024 07920 570627 07725 347226 07897 403734 07798 837489 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Roger Hurrion Teresa Stace David Roche Chris Jones Roger Hurrion Roger Hurrion 07762 586454 07914 186515 07920 570627 07963 592722 07762 586454 07762 586454 Hopes were high for the season as the 1st XI started well, winning 2 of the first 3 games. Then a run of 7 games without a win, including 5 losses, meant that Addiscombe were looking to stave off relegation. A change of fortune, however, meant that Addiscombe won 3 of their last 5 games to finish a comfortable 7th. Overseas Shakeel Ansar (469 runs @ 34) showed his class and led from the front with the bat, including four scores over 50. He was ably supported by the consistent Dan Lineker (403 @ 34). Mention must also go to Sean Crowie who returned to playing towards the end of the season and scored 145 in 5 games @ 48 to help turn things round. Shakeel also showed his class as a wicket keeper taking 25 catches and 1 stumping. The bowling attack was led by the two pace bowlers, Chris Jones who took 24 wickets @ 20 and James Ramsey who took 20 wickets @ 28, with both players taking a 5 wicket haul during the season. A big thanks must go to Lin Poulton our scorer, Roger Hurrion for umpiring at square leg when required and all the Addiscombe faithful who continue to turn up and support the club both at home and away. Also a special thanks to those that made the excellent teas. The loss of players in the 1st XI had a knock on effect on the 2nd XI, with regular players from last season having to move up, including the captain Chris Hurrion who played most of the season in the 1st XI. The team was always under threat of relegation but wins at crucial times meant a 7th place finish. Once again it was the experienced Barry Lineker who made major contributions with both bat and ball scoring 437 runs @ 44, including a top score of 100* and topping the bowling averages taking 31 wickets @ 17 including two 5 wicket hauls. Lineker was ably supported by Zahid Ghani who took 25 wickets @ 21 with a best of 6 for 28. Topping the batting averages was Craig Stevens (464 runs @ 27), including four 50s followed by Abid Khan (453 @ 35); Stevens also excelled as wicket keeper taking 16 catches and 15 stumpings. A big thanks must go to our scorer Ray Munn. It was certainly a season of near misses and ‘what ifs’ for the Addiscombe 3rd XI, finishing a very comfortable second in the East Division, winning 10, drawing 1 and losing 5 over the course of the season. After a slow start and losing the first two games of the season the team began to galvanise and went on a run of 5 games undefeated, 6 wins from 7 games later in the season left them top of the table with just 2 games to play. The results were, as always, characterised by great team spirit and performance but in exception to previous seasons there were strong individual performances from various players in almost every game. Eight fifties over the season is more than can be remembered in the captain’s 4 years playing for the 3s; Ali Rajah getting 3, Nasim Asseem getting 2 and Sam Dennis, Dan Mears and Robbie Naraine all getting 1 apiece. Grant Braganza and Robert Maguire picked up 50 wickets between them over the course of the season at an average of just over 11, with Maguire ending as top wicket taker in the division with 32. Next season certainly looks bright for the 3rd XI; as always hoping that availability is stronger and the side can push for promotion once again. It was a familiar pattern for the 4th XI with poor availability and late call ups to higher teams so the team often struggled to get a side out; as a consequence over 25 players were used during the season. In games where availability was good Addiscombe showed that the side could compete winning 6 of the 16 games during the season to finish a creditable 7th in the league but only a few points below the 3 teams above. Captain Jack Southwell led from the front as top run scorer with 159 runs and also contributed 9 wickets. Mention on the batting front must also go to D DeWinter (140 @ 47 in just 6 innings). The bowing figures were topped by Adam Stevens who took 11 @ 16 including 5 for 13. Mention must also go to Ali Rajah who took 8 wickets @ 8, including 6 for 45 in the two games he played. The results show that if availability could be improved then the 4th XI could compete for higher positions in the league and the team also acts as a great route to adult cricket for some of the colts players.
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ALLEYN www.alleyn.co.uk Main Ground Edward Alleyn Club, Burbage Road SE24 9HD 07747 094189 Power WiFi / S 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Will Bevan Russell Clayton N/A N/A Jim Bridgeman 07801 509945 07960 452912 07710 326939 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Manny Cohen Tim Part Graham Swann Tim Part Digby Hunt Kato Harris 07908 825231 07747 094189 07971 088463 07747 094189 07971 692893 07939 241941 After relegation from Division 4 in 2014, Alleyn CC 1st XI saw the 2015 season as a chance to rebuild and regain some of the confidence lost. The team started poorly, losing the friendly game against Old Colfeians and then the league opener against Churt; the rustiness was certainly showing. However, in the next game away to Maori Oxshott, the performance was better and a win was snatched from the jaws of defeat thanks to a fabulous knock of 88 from Jim Bridgeman, ably assisted by Gumpert and Arnold. Alleyn then won 4 of the next 5 games, the only defeat coming away to Stoke d'Abernon in between victories over Weybridge Vandals, Godalming, Chertsey and Battersea Ironsides. Thus, at the halfway point of the season after drawing with Old Pauline, losing to Sanderstead and beating Maori at home, Alleyn found themselves top of the league. Sadly, performances dropped off from then on, losing 3 on the spin and eventually only winning 3 more times for the rest of the season. Finishing in 3rd was really a disappointing way to end the season given such initial high hopes. Individually, Tom Eadon led the way with the bat scoring 510 league runs at 35.65 (high score of 99*), Dan Goodwin scored 432 @ 39.27 (128*) and Will Murday 340 @ 34 (66). Other notable performances came from Rob George with a magnificent 107 vs. Weybridge and Adam Brawn's awesome 83 against Maori. With the ball, captain Will Bevan topped the wicket taking charts with 28 wickets @ 21.21 (best figures of 7 for 46), Dan Goodwin took 27 @ 18.15 (5 for 23) and Ryan Foley 25 @18.84 (5 for 37). Honourable mentions go to Brawn, Eadon, Gumpert, Perkins, Arnold and young Tom Streather who took 50 wickets between them. In summary, more consistency in all areas is a must for next season if promotion is to be a possibility, but the talent is certainly in place. Like the Great Houdini the 2nd XI avoided the drop again; the hand of fate playing no small part!. The games that were won were solid all-round team performances; the win at Hampton Wick based on a hard hitting 55 from Keith Dyer and 4 wickets apiece for Alistair Reeves and new-comer Lawrie McClymont, backed up by an excellent team fielding display. The win at Maori Oxshott pivoted around a fine knock of 74* by Ben Philips and control from the spinners Nigel Walker and the skipper Russell Clayton, again backed up by fine catching all round. The final win on a ’wet one’ at Stoke D’Abernon hinged on a patient 55 by Chris Foster and fine batting by the tail to get the team over the line. The batting was led by Chris Foster who had a fine season amassing 488 @ 35, with sterling support from Phil Gay and Gavin van der Merwe. Newcomer Ben Moncrieffe added class to the batting line-up and was mustard behind the sticks. The skipper was leading wicket-taker with 20 wickets with the ever consistent Al Reeves taking 17. Dave ‘the Burglar’ Owen was the discovery of the season with the ball as he gave all the batsmen problems with plenty of ‘thinking time’. Mention must go to the youngsters who promised much in their few outings; Alex Symonds bowling with genuine pace, Max Tidmarsh tidy behind the stumps, Sahil Madan composed with the bat and Louie Ashgar bowling with control way beyond his 14 years. With more games from these lads and consistent availability from the seniors, 2016 promises improvement. Thanks, as ever, to Bernie and Maria for the teas and to Colin for scoring in all weathers! ASHFORD www.ashfordcc.co.uk Main Ground Short Lane, Stanwell, Staines, Middx TW19 7BQ 01784 255511 WiFi 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Trevor Langworth Ben Simper Paul Cousens Qaisar Sheikh Mark Doggett 07944 120041 07720 885195 07831 796235 07961 808419 07816 019247 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec James Berressem Andrew Tippell Robert Evans Saad Choudhary Alison McCreedy Chris Evans 07890 811254 07854 466702 07785 290546 07800 919704 07879 850201 07801 715905 After promotion in 2014, Ashford 1st XI knew it would be a challenge to remain in Division 2 this year. Despite playing with spirit and determination to the end, the challenge proved too great and the side was relegated on the penultimate weekend of the season. The team won only three games in the year, form which inevitably leads to relegation. However, there were glimmers of promise, a 9-wicket win against a strong Old Rutlishians side was the highlight and showed what could achieved when batting, bowling and fielding all came together. A number of other games
36 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports were lost by narrow margins, or potential wins emerged as draws as the final wicket proved elusive. Although the ultimate league position was disappointing, the side can console themselves with the fact they fought hard in every match and wore the Ashford badge with pride. The batting was led by Paul Frost (653 runs) including 99* in the victory against Old Ruts, Wendel Sebastian (477) showed signs of his former potential including a fine century against Chessington and Shamar Anderson ended with a similar tally although he will look back on a number of starts that could have turned into higher scores. No one else passed 300 runs for the season, a statistic that points to one of the side’s major shortcomings this year. With the ball, the spinners led the attack, with captain Richard Mansfield notching up 32 wickets and Anderson contributing 24. Trevor Langworth ran in with the new ball with gusto every week, and would have recorded more than his 14 wickets had the slip catching not let him down on numerous occasions. Naveed Khan completed the leading quartet with 15 wickets at a consistently miserly economy rate. A final word of thanks must go to Jack Frost for scoring and to Na and the other volunteers for their catering efforts. Ashford will regroup and come back stronger in 2016! Ashford 2nd XI congratulates Cranleigh and Oxted & Limpsfield on gaining promotion this year; Cranleigh were the best side and deserved to be crowned champions. Good luck to both clubs next year. After a disappointing start to the campaign, a 4th place finish was a fair reflection on the season. Picking up only a handful of wins from the first half of the season saw Ashford at the wrong end of the table. But the team turned a corner against Chipstead C&W with a great performance. From this the team went on to win five out of the last seven games. The runs were shared around this year, with Ben Simper top scoring with 415 runs @ 29.64, Chris Evans 351 @ 31.91 including a fine 102* against Sanderstead and Chris Davies 298 @ 37.25. There were also memorable knocks which included 70* by Waseem Ahmed away to Sanderstead and a defiant 42 and 72 by Gareth Evans and Graham Doggett against a strong Cranleigh side. On the bowling front, Ben Simper took 24 wickets at an average of 16.96, Graham Doggett 17 wickets @ 25.18 and Manan Joshi 14 wickets @ 15.86. Both Ibrar Rao and Manan Joshi were given a lot of responsibility this year with the ball which has seen both develop their skills and the club looks forward to seeing their development in the coming years. Other notable bowling displays were James Berressem 7 for 24 against Sanderstead which was described by the captain as ‘an OK bowling performance’ and Andrew Tippell who spun the side to victory against Camberley with 6 for 39. A big thank you to Chris Davies for being vice-captain this year, senior players for advice during the season, Na and the other volunteers for the lovely teas and Andrew Goulding for once again going above and beyond to produce some wonderful pitches and ensuring “we got the game on”. A great season; 14 wins ensured Ashford 3rd XI became Champions, 54 points ahead of 2nd place. The season started with 4 wins out of 4. Against Chertsey, Manan Joshi aged 15 and Tanmay Desai aged 13, took 3 wickets each. Joshi continued his good form (6 wickets against Farnham) before moving to the 2s. Desai ended the season with 11 wickets and is surely another who will move up to the 2s in future seasons. The next 2 games saw Ross Ormiston score 62* and 94*. Back to back games with Cranleigh saw the results evenly split. Taimoor Anwar, 57 runs and 3 wickets, ensured an Ashford home win. A quick-fire 37 from young George Nugent (aged 15) was not enough to stop Cranleigh winning the return game. The next 11 games were all won by Ashford. Individual highlights in bowling included Jamie Tilt taking 4 wickets for 13, (Tilt bowled fantastically all season taking 17 in total), Gurpal Hundal taking 4 for 32 (16 in total) with Surgit Singh taking 4 for 27. Andrew Tipple took 5 for 44, Ormiston 5 for 41, with Joshi topping the individual figures with 6 for 34. The players mentioned plus Kevin Antonio and Desai all took more than 10 wickets in the season. Batting highlights included 295 against Esher, with Ormiston scoring a very composed and attractive 139 (24 fours) and Ian Doggett, a quick 60. Other games saw Hasib Butt score 2 centuries, with 3 fifties from Anwar. 6 players, Ormiston, Butt, Anwar, Hundal, Cousens, and Rob Ford, scored more than 200 runs. With the league already won, Ashford failed to complete the season in style losing to Kingstonian, although 3 wickets from evergreen Antonio ensured a close game. As in previous seasons the team spirit was excellent and won as many games as the physical play. Fielding saw 6 players take 4 or more catches with Cousens (9), Hundal (6), Ormiston (5) and Anwar (5) leading the way and Tilt and Ford taking 4 each. Rob Evans (4 catches and 6 stumpings) was moved late on, not for the first time in a season, to wicket-keep in the second team. Three individuals deserve a special mention: Taimoor Anwar 414 runs and 22 wickets at an average of 14, Butt 620 runs (2 centuries) and Ormiston 578 runs (average of 58) and 16 wickets at an average of 11. This year the 4th XI, captained once again by Qaisar Sheikh, finished a respectable mid-table in the newly formed Division 1. Using elements from experience with a hint of specialty from the old-faithful, Safdar Butt and wicket keeper Keith Pryke, the team effectively managed to introduce some of the younger generation of the club to league cricket. All-rounders, Ahsan Safdar (11 wickets, best figures of 4 for 22) and Sabhat Zafar (16 wickets, best 37 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports figures of 4 for 37) led the bowling attack. With young Bilal Sheikh (best figures of 2 for 2 in 1.5 overs) joining the bowling force and taking 6 wickets with an economy rate of just over 3 runs per over. The bowling attack was also accompanied by the ever young Safdar Butt who took 13 wickets with his best figures of 3 for 7 vs. Weybridge just missing out on a hat-trick. The batting was led by Qaisar Sheikh (305) with a best score of 82*, alongside Ahsan Safdar (271), Surjit Singh (275), Sabhat Zafar (203) and Fahad Bhatti (197). As most 4th XI captains can relate to at some point during the season the struggle for players saw the team change a couple of times during a week; but it can undoubtedly be said that every player who participated was 100% committed and gave it their all. ASHTEAD www.ashteadcc.co.uk Main Ground Woodfield Lane, Ashtead KT21 2BJ 01372 275243 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Box Hill School, London Road, Mickleham RH5 6EA 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI (1) 4th XI (2) Juniors Tom Deighton Josh Pickering Tom Culhane Richard Nichols Dom Lloyd Robert Wint 07810 000246 07815 094334 07792 151536 07809 288549 07411 441437 07990 580574 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Richard Laudy Martyn Holloway-Neville Sue Griffiths Sue Griffiths Sarah Culhane Sue Griffiths 07767 754476 07778 236782 07765 048658 07765 048658 07976 852484 07765 048658 After such a successful season for the 1st XI last year, there was a lot of expectancy and excitement for the upcoming 2015 season. Back to back promotions were the aim, and that is exactly what was achieved; Ashtead back in the Premier league. The fixture list started with an opening game away against Farnham. A comfortable win settled any preseason nerves and set the team up well for a 9 wicket win the following week, bowling Malden Wanderers out for 87 with an impressive 4 wickets for overseas Jordan Thomas. Sitting top Ashtead met Spencer, down from the premier league and looking for an instant return. A middle order revival from Stew Cameron and Conor Young got the score up to a defendable 249. The game went to and fro with Ashtead coming out second best, losing out on the last ball of the game. There was obvious disappointment but at the same time a realisation that the team had what it takes to compete with the big sides. After this defeat, the Stags went on an unbeaten run of 13 games, picking up vital wins in the timed games. This run of results included a couple of games which started badly, but guys stood up and applied themselves when it really counted, most notably Rob Lammiman and Sam Homes against Cranleigh, Danny Miller's 77 chasing down 250 at Spencer in the dark and Matt Friedlander's 5 wicket spell at East Molesey. With promotion looking inevitable Ashtead went into the game against Camberley, knowing that a win would seal it. Batting first, 206 was set for the visitors to chase on a turning pitch. A six off the first ball followed by a wicket and it was uncertain which way the game would go, but Camberley struggled to get in the game as the Ashtead spinners ripped through the batting line up, bowling them out for 124. Champions of Division 1 were confirmed with 3 games still to go, another remarkable achievement. Notable batting contributors were Dom Sibley (812), Michael Sanderson (550) and Stew Cameron (370), complimented by a balanced bowling attack, notably Jordan Thomas (38 wkts) and Tom Deighton (48). After promotion into the premier league was achieved last year the aim for the 2nd XI was always going to be to try to stay up and this was made even more challenging as the team had lost four out of the top five batsmen from 2014. The season was a mixed one that saw Ashtead getting off to a great start by beating Guildford at home, but this was short lived and, whilst the bowling and fielding were excellent, the team struggled with the bat. However the side stayed positive and managed to put together a string of great performances, winning five games from six at the business end of the season, which saw the target of staying in the premier league achieved with two games to spare. This was a great achievement as there were regularly at least 9 players who had come through the colts’ sections at the club. Gary Martin was top run scorer (once again!) with 558 runs @ 32.82 and Paul Cohen was top wicket taker with 25 wickets; however there were a number of other notable contributions. The opening bowling attack of Ben Sidwell and James Culff deserves a special mention, as they are both aged 16; Ross McAdam, Tom Williams, Paul Cohen and Ben Courage ably supported them, as well as a number of other bowlers. Hayden Storey, Sam Gale, Tom Laudy, and Seb Stuart Taylor made valuable contributions with the bat at key points during the season. With the average age of the side being less than 20 nearly every week it shows that the club is in good hands for the foreseeable future, and it is certain that these youngsters will be pushing for spaces in the 1st team in the very near future – watch this space! After a slow start to the season, the 3rd XI won nine out of the last ten games to clinch the title by one point and earn immediate promotion back to the Premiership. The modus operandi was simple; bowl the opposition out for a below-par total and knock the runs off, a tactic that went smoothly until the final two games when two extra elements were thrown into the mix, rain and pressure. As on other occasions during the season, someone stepped up when the team needed them
38 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports to do so. In the penultimate match, the bowlers completed their end of the bargain just before the rain came. In the final game of the season when a win meant the title and a loss meant not even promotion, Colin Pitt (185 runs, no average) scored 103* chasing 187 in miserable conditions. The foundation for the well-deserved success throughout the season was the penetration of the bowling attack, demonstrated by the fact that Ashtead had five of the top ten bowlers in the league based on average, five out of the top ten based on economy and three out of the top ten based on strike rate. The wickets were shared around, with Christian Burgess (21 wickets @ 15.10) and Aaron Rose (20 @ 7.30) leading from the front, and more than ably supported by Will Culhane (18 wickets @ 19.06), Connor Caprano -Wint (16 wickets @ 10.88), Tom Dunn (14 wickets @ 11.36), Jake Martin (12 wickets @ 13.17) and Henry Elburn (10 wickets @ 16.40). Due to the bowlers’ efforts, often there were not too many runs for the batsmen to chase, with Tom Culhane (501 runs @ 55.67), Rob Wint (240 runs @ 21.82), Jake Martin (203 runs @ 40.60), Tom Dunn (163 runs @ 40.75), and Taylor Rice-Burnett (158 runs @ 39.50) also contributing throughout the season. The season also saw the blooding of several young players into adult cricket, with 14 year-olds Marcus Caprano-Wint (7 wickets @ 18.71) and Ben Geddes (99 runs @ 33.00) showing that the future of the club looks very rosy. Next year will represent a step up but is a challenge that they are relishing. Special thanks must go to those, including the Chairman, who were called upon at the last minute, to Box Hill for providing an outstanding ground and playing surface throughout the season, and also to Ashley Whitworth, Sarah Culhane and Di Gale for scoring. For the 4th XI to end up as champions having conceded three of their first four games was an unexpected outcome. However, as ever with Ashtead, the end of exams brings a huge influx of talented youngsters into the selection pool. The fact that Dom Lloyd (23 wkts @ 7.39), Patrick Murray (14 @ 6.07), the evergreen Dave Whiteley (14 @ 6.14) and James Hill (16 @ 6.25) were all ranked in the top 25 of the whole Surrey Championship for both averages and economy was a key reason why Ashtead was so strong when they could get a side together. With such riches on offer, the team was often able to roll over the opposition very cheaply. Added to this, the 4th XI had three centurions in Patrick Murray (273 @ 54.6), Ian Geddes (140 @ 140.0) and Richards Nichols (192 @ 96.0), which with another six players scoring at least one fifty (Peter Sudell 237 @ 47.4, Chris Roberts 194 @ 27.7, Daven Talwar 183 @ 30.5, Dave Whiteley 161 @ 40.3, Jordan Nichols 146 @ 36.5 and Ed England 98 @ 24.5) in the season meant that runs were seldom a problem either. Nine players averaging over 30 provided a consistency unseen in previous years. The 4th XI is undoubtedly lucky to be able to play on the wonderful Box Hill School ground every other week. Their thanks particularly go to John who looks after the pitch and ground so carefully. It is a privilege playing 4th XI cricket on a wicket which would grace many clubs’ home grounds. To have only used 36 players throughout the whole season (including one game where seven of the team were dragged out of retirement and collectively totalled over 400 years between them - coincidentally Ashtead’s only loss of the season), was a distinct improvement on previous years where up to 57 have been used! However, the key to 2015 was a strong core of 17 – 20 year olds, who in addition to the aforementioned included Tom Booker, Ben Gale, Dan Trout and George Willis who were all regular contributors. More senior players who proved their commitment to the cause included Gyan Vishnoi, Steve Scott, Karamat Bhatti and the “go to” man on Saturday morning when still one short, John Gale. Bottom of the table at the end of June to champions in September; what a difference when term is over! BANK OF ENGLAND www.bankofengland.play-cricket.com Main Ground Priory Lane, Roehampton SW15 5JQ 0208 392 4360 WiFi 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Jamil Ramesh Arron Walder N/A N/A Barry Brown 07783 026928 07799 662548 07710 384087 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Peter Andrews Richard Kendall Janil Ramesh John Hodges John O’Brien Matt Adey/Brian Milligan 07771 600701 07812 655942 07783 026928 07932 657423 07932 657423 07956 419888 The 1st XI finally fulfilled their potential, being promoted from Division 3 at the 7th time of asking. The season was defined by a number of nail-biting victories, which showed a depth of character, belief and grit lacking in recent campaigns. Wicket keeper Harry O'Brien was tasked with holding down the number 3 spot, and his 558 runs and 24 dismissals were not only a delight to watch, but the major factor in promotion. His younger brother Charlie also notched a hundred, contributing 357 runs. Fellow opener Naemen Symonds-Baig provided stability with 457 runs and 21 wickets from his wily left arm spin and veteran Damon Ridgway had another strong season, adding more than 400 runs for the second season in a row. New skipper James Woodroof topped the bowling chart with 30 scalps @ 15, whilst Jack O’Brien contributed with 23 wickets @ 25, including 3 magnificent five wicket hauls. Young opening quick Nikul Ramesh came of age with both bat and ball and it was pleasing to give 16 year old leg-spinner Yusuf Jackson his 1st XI debut claiming Ali Jaffer as his first victim. Sam Ferrick's ability to remove oppositions' star batsmen with his attacking off spin complemented Bank's 39 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports attack, which developed into an efficient and disciplined operation. Bank won 7 of their 8 fifty over matches (the sole loss was by just 4 runs), and ended the season with a formidable run of 6 straight wins to secure promotion. That run began with bowling out Streatham & Marlborough with just 15 balls to spare for maximum points. Bank then dispatched Egham with 5 wickets to spare, having bowled them out for 164. With 4 to play, Richard Rawlings arrival from the cricketing wilderness provided a much needed boost, notching 120 runs and 10 wickets. His debut saw Horsley & Send fall 11 short of 224. With 3 to play, promotion was in Bank’s hands but after Trinity posted 254, the pressure was mounting. Sam Ferrick's elevation to number 5 proved pivotal as his extraordinary 70 off 35 swung the game Bank’s way, with Symonds-Baig and Nikul Ramesh polishing off the total with 8 balls to spare, 8 down. In the penultimate game of the season, Bank travelled to Oxted, limping over the line 8 down in another low-scoring, hotly-contested, rain-affected fixture; gaining promotion. The side finished in style with a comprehensive win at Addiscombe but with Egham winning, Bank had to settle for runners-up. Initially, standards in Division 1 surprised the Bank 2nd XI. Teams batted deep and could recover even when good starts were made, as demonstrated by a chanceless 100 thrashed by Valley End’s number 8, and the 160 scored by Epsom’s skipper after they were 40 for 4. However, once the Bank moved into time cricket the team remembered how to win. Matt Cannon bowled with perseverance and intelligence taking 7 for 36 at Banstead to win the game. Sanjay Thapan was a revelation, taking 3 times more wickets than his nearest rival. His 34 wickets included 2 five fors, and his 178 overs, more than double the amount bowled by anyone else, went at only 3.7 an over; a remarkable return for a debutant. James Howsam took 12 wickets, bowling only 49 overs; taking 5 for 50 and 76* in the same game. Hopefully he will be available more in 2016. Yusuf Jackson bowled with real promise and has a bright future. While the bowling held its own, batting let the team down. Yogi Patel was one exception, showing consistency, scoring 394 runs for the season. Henry Goodwin was outstanding, scoring 198 runs @ 49.5 in his 5 games, and Max Dawe looked good at the top of the order. Williams and McCarthy also contributed, both with the gloves and bat. But partnerships and batting intelligence were not forthcoming. Only once were full batting bonus points achieved with a score over 250. This must improve. With 5 weeks to go, 2 wins from 5 were needed to stay up. But the return to overs cricket saw the wheels come off again. A trouncing at home to Valley End was more than the team’s fragile psyche could cope with and they did not win another game. Relegated as bottom of the league does not do justice to how well the team played mid-season. Hopefully the trip back to division 2 will be a short one. BANSTEAD www.bansteadcc.org.uk Main Ground Avenue Road, Banstead SM7 2PP 01737 358838 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Daniel Newton Jonathan Gunasekaera George Chesser Siva Kugathas Simon Stephenson 07791 622402 07715 408837 07989 266161 07404 879637 07926 454024 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Tom Lancefield Peter Jones Peter Jones Mark Sheldon Dave Kellingley Di Chesser
07857 163249 07801 231441 07801 231441 07919 627531 07764 614318 01737 211524 After a disappointing 2014, it was very important for Banstead 1st XI to bounce back from relegation and look to re-build. With the return of captain Dan Newton from injury and Tom Lancefield, as Club Chairman back from his stint at Glamorgan, the team had an immediately more settled look and made a solid start. A narrow loss to promotion chasing Spencer, in which Josh Stainer set the tone for his fantastic season with a brilliant unbeaten 50, was followed by a comprehensive win over Cranleigh. A narrow defeat chasing only 130 against Old Whits was hard to take but the side’s response must be praised. Helped by Tom Lancefield’s imperious six 50s in a row, the team went on a 6 match unbeaten run, including quality back to back victories. First, Josh Lawrence produced a masterclass in swing bowling to take 6 for 25 to remove Chipstead for just 50, then the team recovered from 127 for 8 to post 188 and then bowled East Molesey out for 157, in which another youngster, who had a hugely impressive season, Connor Cody took 4 for 42. Two winning draws, one against Old Whits, in which Lancefield’s magnificent 162 and 4 for 79 was not quite enough to force a victory, and a defeat to Ashtead followed, leaving the team with a mountain to climb to reach promotion. Despite a thumping 100 run victory over Spencer, in which young spinner Tyler Meyer took 5 for 31; the mountain proved too high. The eventual 4th place finish was deserved. It was a season of individual and team improvement, but equally one of near misses, punctuated with a lack of ruthlessness, in which the lack of experience within the young side showed. Banstead will return stronger and better; 2016 will be a season in which the side hopes to complete the turnaround and return to the Premier League.
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Sunbury CC 1st XI Winners ECB Premier Division 2015 Back: Oliver Roland-Jones, Nathaniel Gregory, Ishwar Sohi, Sam Burgess, Christopher Green, Vishal Manro, Richard Barker (scorer) Front: Amar Virdi, Kevin Smith, John Maunders (captain), Adam London, Rhythm Bedi, Sean Ventham Inset: Adam Stanier, Ajit Singh Sambhi
Ashtead CC 1st XI Winners SC Division 1 2015 Back: Martyn Holloway-Neville (scorer), Michael Sanderson, Dominic Sibley, Will Pereira, Danny Miller, Matthew Friedlander, Stewart Cameron, Tom Homes, Jordan Thomas Front: John Vaughan-Davies, Paul Harrison (wkt), Tom Deighton (captain), Conor Young 41 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Walton on Thames CC 1st XI Winners SC Division 2 2015 Back: Shaun Gorvin (scorer), Anthony Alleyne, Paul Bainbridge, Chris Williams, Sam Gorvin, Alistair Stanley, James Madoc-Jones, Bill Bigmore (President) Front: Jimmy Newell, Shaun Cox, Matt Haddow (captain), Mark Bainbridge, Matt Nichols Not pictured: Alex Pindar, Ben Monk, Jack Dominy
Egham CC 1st XI Winners SC Division 3 2015 Back: Liam Coldwell, Dave Morris, Matthew Hodgkinson, Chris Douglas, Chris Ray, Marlon Cornelius, Debbie Beesley (scorer) Front: James Tindall, James Sprackling, Stefan Kaltner (captain), Matt Main (vice-captain), Dave Risk. 42 Section 1 – Important Information
Spencer CC 2nd XI Winners SC Division 1 2015 Back: Tom Gadsby, James Smith (captain), Aymun Ali, Aqib Sindhu, Abid Jafri, Harry Bardon Front: Mohsin Jafri, Julian Hodges, Umer Riaz, Chris Swainland, Khawar Saleem
Guildford City CC 2nd XI Winners SC Division 4 2015 Back: R Khan, K Gayathra, A Zarrar, V Nadeeshan, S Butt, P Ramanan, M Naveendra, I Mazeez, Shahid (umpire) Front: Z Khan, S Mohammed, C Mutucumarana (captain), D Malhotra, F Altaf
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Battersea Ironside CC 2nd XI Winners SC Division 5 2015 Back: Ahsan Khan, Junaid Ahmed, Numan Nasser, Nasrun Mir, Tom Filipinski, Shabbir Ahmed, Simon Mills Front: Senna, Adam Gibson, Venu Gopal (captain), Michael Brown (wkt), Erica Crawford (scorer)
Sunbury CC 3rd XI Winners SC Premier Division 2015 Back: Ahbay Gonella, Jack Southby, Matthew Golding, Shirsh Bedi, Lomesh Sharma, Ranjit Gopi Front: James Birch, Colin Bentall (vice-captain), Curtis Higgins (captain), Edward Hughes, Manvinder Sehmi 44 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Ashtead CC 3rd XI Winners SC Division 1 2015 Back: Colin Pitt, Tom Dunn, Will Culhane, Rob Wint, Christian Burgess, Simon Feeney Front: Aaron Rose, Alex Culhane, Tom Culhane (captain), Henry Elburn, Marcus Caprano-Wint
Worcester Park CC 3rd XI Winners SC Division 2 2015 Back: Stewart Powers, Saf Ahmed, Paul Wearmouth, Jon Mayhew, Adam Powers, Connor Bliss Front: John Drake, Ryan Somes, Stuart Bradshaw (captain), Oscar King, Ian Burrows
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SinjunGrammarians CC 3rd XI Winners SC Division 3 East 2015 Back: Sulaiman Saloojee, Adil Ahmed, Abu Bakr Malik, Asim Hafeez (captain), Harpal Singh (wkt), Zafar Iqbal Front: Jubar Majeed, Shadmir Baig, Arpit Patel, Mian Shehzad , Zohaib Sheikh
Wimbledon CC 4th XI Winners SC Premier Division 2015 Dan Peck (captain), Kane Laurence, Paul Swift, Salman Mahmoud, Amjad Husain, Will Jones 46 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Ashford CC 3rd XI Winners SC Division 3 West 2015 Back: Surjit Singh, Gurpal Hundal, Jamie Tilt, Taimoor Anwar, Ian Doggett, Ross Ormiston, Tanmay Desai Front: Rob Ford, Paul Cousins (captain), Kevin Antonio, Hasib Butt
Old Rutlishians 4th XI Winners SC Division 1 2015 Back: Freddie Freeman, Dinesh Thakore, Adam Wright (captain), Sam Vandepeer, Edward Grindrod Front: Jake Adeshile, Vinay Patel, Eshen Patel, Hussain Khan, Will Donegan 47 BECKENHAM CRICKET SPECIALISTS PETER RICE & DAVID WOODS (DULWICH CC) Buy online at www.beckenhamcricketspec.com or visit our specialist cricket shop Over 700 bats in stock plus a huge range of clothing, footwear and protective equipment Up to 25% discount off all top of the range bats, pads & gloves
181a High Street, Beckenham, Kent, BR3 1AH Tel: 020 8663 3582 Situated in the walkway to Sainsbury’s. Their multi-storey car park is next door, entrance in Village Way Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Following relegation from the premiership last year the 2nd XI wanted a strong finish this year to rebuild a good core of players that had been lost 3 seasons ago. After a rocky start the team managed to get a solid group together, with many old 1st teamers showing their faces again, which is promising going into the future. However the continued skill of the youngsters shone through, in particular leg spinner Jamie Montebello who topped the wicket column (19) and Stef Wood with the bat (average 32). Performances of note were new arrival Adrian VD Ploeg who averaged 40 and Michael Condie who topped the runs. After surviving the last game of the season in a relegation battle with Beddington, the team looks forward to next year with a greater balance of the experienced and youth. A big thank you must go to the scorers and umpires who stepped up to the call of duty. 2015 was a frustrating year for the 3rd XI in a very open league which eventually culminated in relegation after a late rally. Ultimately the team was not good enough and on too many occasions failed to get over the line in tight games. Consistent, although rarely outstanding, performances with the bat were led by captain George Chesser (450 @ 28) and Jamie Stainer (358 @ 27) with Ram Mahbubani, Greg Mclean and Matt Brightwell all amassing over 200 runs from the lower middle order. Brightwell also led with ball (20 @ 21) supported well by Wood and Mclean in the seam department. Special mention to 15 year old off spinner Jake Gordon in his first year of league cricket taking 15 wickets going at just 3.3 runs per over. Banstead’s first ever season in the Surrey 4th XI Premiership got off to a shaky start, due to poor numbers and inexperience. However, the amazing fighting qualities shown in the fight back to lose by 1 wicket at Reigate and the victory by 1 run in a game against Sinjuns were missing thereafter completely changing the season. The 4s had a spirit and togetherness that was recognised throughout the club. There were no real stars in the team; Siva Kugathas took the bowling award, Steve Montebello the batting and MA Vakaria the most heckled (!) but everybody contributed with bat and ball and because of this the side steadily progressed up the table with winning the title firmly within grasp. Unfortunately it was not to be; the loss to Streatham finished any title hopes and with numbers dwindling again, the final 2 games ended in defeat against Dulwich and a nail biter against Wimbledon to leave the team with a 5th place finish. Altogether a successful season, made even better by the spirit and fun which was taken into all of the matches and will hopefully be continued next season. BATTERSEA IRONSIDE www.bicc.play-cricket.com Main Ground Burntwood Lane, Earlsfield SW17 0AW 0208 874 9913 WiFi 3rd XI Ground Abbey Rec, Morden Road, South Wimbledon SW19 3HP 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Scott Bishop Venu Gopal David Clements Eric Ferebee Eric Ferebee 07591 180109 07920 040985 07917 304298 0208 542 3029 0208 542 3029 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Andy Benzeval Eric Ferebee Eric Ferebee Glenn Rabnott John Gibson Eric Ferebee 07785 225947 0208 542 3029 0208 542 3029 07816 978887 07947 582733 0208 542 3029 After a long-awaited promotion from the Surrey County League, the BICC 1st XI secured a second season in the 5th Division with an 8th place finish. It was a season of two halves for the BICC 1st XI, turning a dreadful start into a fantastic finish, building momentum and optimism for a higher placing in 2016. The season’s first half was a trying one, as the side became accustomed to the level of play in the Championship, letting several games slip from dominant positions. A single victory from the first nine games made relegation a very real possibility. However the side rallied and memorable victories, under pressure, at Godalming and Chertsey paved the way for a remarkable turnaround – the final nine games resulted in six wins, one winning draw and two losses, ultimately sealing safety in the Championship for another year. During the season the side’s strength was found in the field, the bowlers often putting the side in winning positions with a well-rounded pace and three-pronged spin attack. Nash (23) and Child (20) passed 20 league wickets for the season, with Graham finishing on 31 wickets @ 12.5. Behind the stumps, Payne finished second equal in the Division’s wicket keeping statistics with 21 dismissals (18c & 3s). Runs were harder to come by but consistency was found in the second half of the season. Key performers were Ross (283), Graham (328) and captain Bishop who finished as the side’s leading run scorer (644 @ 46). The side would like to pay thanks to Eric Ferebee for umpiring and tirelessly coordinating the cricket club, Nabel Saharaui for scoring during the season and Mick and Jean for another season of top quality teas. What a successful season; the 2nd XI finished as Champions of Division 5. After promotion last year to Division 5 of the Surrey Championship, Ironsides 2nd XI started the season with 4 wins out of 4 in the first set of limited overs games. With the combination of some new recruits and last season’s squad members, confidence was high. The sole aim of the squad was to get promoted. The time games gave the team a shaky start with 2 losses and 3 draws. However there was huge confidence in the side about their strengths and the team was looking forward to the next game every week. In the final 4 games against title contenders, all 4 were won to go to the top of the table as Champions.
49 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Some of the bowling performances were outstanding, notably from skipper Venu Gopal (36 wkts), Shabbir Ahmed (33) and Adam Gibson (27) who were instrumental in bowling teams out cheaply. Special mention has to go to Simon Mills who amassed 675 runs for the season which came close to an Ironsides 11 year record for the club with 700 runs. Simon's opening partnership with Tom Filipinski worked wonders which eased the pressure on the lower order batsmen. Great support came from Ahsan Khan, Numan Nasser and Junaid Ahmed who all contributed at key moments. The find of the season was Michael Brown who had to fill in for ‘retired’ David Dilley with the wicket keeping duties. He saved a lot of runs behind the stumps and made some valuable runs with his intelligent batting. There was a big game on the last day of the season with a chance to become champions. The game was won in style and the 2nd XI became Champions! It has been an excellent season and a huge improvement from the boys compared to the previous season. It has to be said the whole team contributed to the success and looks forward to build on this success for the next season. Thanks must go to scorer Erica Crawford. The 3rd XI enjoyed another decent season, ultimately winding up 3rd for the second year running. A solid start was followed by a dismal June/July as the team slumped to 6 consecutive defeats. This all but extinguished any promotion hopes but, with the shackles lifted, the team finished strongly to climb the table. Putting a couple of quite extraordinary collapses to one side, this was a very enjoyable season where Club youngsters were blooded alongside seasoned regulars. In particular, the fielding display against Chessington at home will stick long in the memory. There is much to build on next season. Individually, there were some fine performances. Andrew Beecroft was a rock in the middle order and ended up topping the team batting averages, whilst vice-captain Jonny Christopher announced himself with a splendid 126*. Skipper David Clements ended up top run scorer with 429 @ 39.00. In the bowling department, the team was again indebted to 3rd XI stalwart Iain Gilhespy who took 20 wickets @ 19.40 a piece, however he was without an opening bowling partner for much of the season until the very competent Keelan Singh joined the ranks. Despite the naysayers, resident spin wizard Tim Zobu proved lethal at the death on more than one occasion. With high hopes of promotion until the August Bank Holiday Saturday, the 4th XI was disappointed to finish in third place and were left to rue the games that got away at Dorking and at home to Ashtead. Still the guys can be proud of winning 8 out 15 games (plus one walkover), and dominating two of the drawn games; 4 games were lost and hanging onto a losing draw at Oxted & Limpsfield. The overall results were a vast improvement on 2014 in the Surrey Cricket League and the team should be confident of a push for promotion in 2016. In total 44 players turned out for the 4s; a sign of the times when many players cannot commit to playing every Saturday. Batting highlights include tons from Gareth Taylor and Ross Drabble on debut, a team effort to reach 300+ against Merstham, Tariq Mustafa’s gigantic six at Addiscombe , youngsters Saatwik Gupta and Waleed Tariq batting out for the draw against Oxted & Limpsfield and Shaigan Khan getting his first run in his 4th innings for the Club. Gareth Taylor (517 runs) and Tariq Mustafa (316) were the top run scorers. The bowling highlight was Keelan Singh’s hat trick on debut with Gareth Taylor (19) and Will Breislin (12) the main wicket takers. All-rounder Kritarth Saurabh had a good season with bat and ball. BEDDINGTON www.beddingtoncc.co.uk Main Ground Church Road, Wallington SM6 7NN 0208 647 7489 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 5th XI Ground Wallington Sport and Social Club, Mollison SM6 9BY WiFi Drive, Wallington 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI 5th XI Juniors Simon Lewis Danny Baker Kevin Horkan Dan Bainbridge David Floyd Lou Miller 07557 257664 07796 266212 07504 546362 07766 148716 07711 446121 07818 599603 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Andrew Tibble Chris Austin Antony Down Jon Cowlin Elliot Chmielinski Graham Parker
07773 149755 07984 747970 07817 227612 07855 059101 07581 291923 07956 231078 2015 was going to be a challenge for the recently promoted 1st XI as they endeavoured to survive in the top flight of the Surrey Championship. Survival in the division came down to the last 4 games and this is where the side really showed it’s capabilities managing to win 3 of the last four, ensuring survival on the last day of the season in a thrilling affair which was dependent on Reigate beating Valley End. Key highlights came in the victory at Valley End in an outstanding run chase which saw Beddington chase down 280 in a very unlikely game, 110 runs being put on in the last 9 overs, as well as a remarkable game vs. Weybridge where Beddington nearly defended a below par 180 with Cummins taking 8 for 94 and just losing out by one wicket Contributions with the bat came from Simon Lewis (478), Antony Down (456) and Kyle Moolman (368) created a platform in important games and played some stylish innings. Whilst with the ball, Cummins (43 wkts), Moolman (32) and Bevan (25) bowled well as a unit and particularly fired in the last four games. 50 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Great spirit was shown throughout the year as the side maintained the core of the squad promoted the previous year, plus the addition of overseas pro Kyle Moolman. Thanks must go to one of the hardest working management teams in league cricket as Mike Lewis (manager), Ian Roberts (assistant manager) and Chris Burton (scorer) ensured that things ran smoothly, which was key to the team winning the Fair Play Award again; a testament to the attitude and spirit of the players and the family culture of the club. The side looks forward to the 2016 season to build on the first experience and it aims to claim more established Premier league scalps! Beddington 2nd XI gave themselves hope, only to see the team’s dreams dashed as the great escape could not be completed. The team will spend the 2016 season locked in the challenging division 2 instead. The year is not all doom and gloom with a number of outstanding performances; Louis Cooper Stewart finishing 2nd in the division for his bowling and 1st in the country for most improved fielder and Callan Smith finished 5th in the division for bowling and also scored 308 league runs, smashing many a six and flicking balls 6 ft outside off past square leg for 4. Liam Jenkinson improved immeasurably to notch up 413 runs and enjoyed ‘biffing’ it all year round. And then there is Nad, defying age with a ritual of daily sun cream application and proving to be the best Mowgli impersonator we have by nurdling 408 runs in the process. As ever, thanks must go to Tango and to Graham Parker who have given up their time to help for the majority of the season and have done sterling jobs. 2015 was a very frustrating year for the 3rd XI as the team failed to live up to its full potential, following a disappointing 3rd place finish in 2014 with promotion to the Premier 3rd XI looking a strong possibility. The season started well with a number of close wins with Beddington leading the table, so the signs were looking very good. The team then went on a downward slide winning the last of 5 wins on the 30th June. The difficulty was having to play over 40 different players and not being able to keep the core as had been achieved in 2014 due to a lack of availability in the higher XIs plus injuries to key players. 39 players batted with only Ian Walters scoring over 300 runs. Chris Austin was only available for 7 games but averaged 58.2 and was the only player to deliver consistent performances leading to him getting the 3rd team Player of the Year. There were useful batting contributions from Allan Carroll (235 @ 26.11), Tom Maslona (199 @ 24.88) and Ryan May (223 @ 18.58). The bowling struggled to gain a stranglehold on teams like last year and the side sorely missed the opening bowling of Martin Richards who turned his ankle on the boundary in an early season win at Cheam. 29 players bowled but not one managed over 20 wickets with 5 bowlers getting into double figures: Ian Walters (17), Kevin Horkan (14), Ryan May (11), Gary Morris (10) and Jack Hargreave (10). The best bowling figures were Jack Hargreave (5 for 24) and Ryan May (5 for 54). The highlight was the spirit with which the side played its cricket and that it gave good opportunities to young players in particular keeper Matt Isaacs and all-rounder Dan Beeton. It was a big disappointment being relegated as the battle went down to the last game of the season. Beddington 4th XI’s first season in Division One saw a comfortable mid table finish, with some fine cricket played along the way. Things started brightly as the early fixtures seemed to go in the 4th XI’s favour. The two games against Purley highlighted the enduring appeal of cricket with all results still possible until the last few balls. In the second half, tough games with Old Ruts, Woking & Horsell and Worcester Park went against the 4th XI and saw the end of any promotion hopes. The season was played in excellent spirit throughout with players enjoying playing fourth team cricket. A fifth place finish was well deserved as the 4th XI won seven, drew two and lost six games. Despite using 41 players in just 15 games, a core group of players emerged; Gulraiz Farrukh and Bilal Ahmed adding much strength to the side. Highlights include Bilal’s 84 which he followed up with five wickets against Ashford, Jon Young and Harry Parker picking up five wickets a piece defeating Weybridge, Jon Williams in the return with Ashford smashing 80 from 50 balls to just beat the rain and gain victory, Jon Cowlin’s 89 to chase down 185 to win against Weybridge and Harry Weil surviving the last delivery in the dark against Old Ruts to escape with a draw. Three bowlers finished in the league’s top ten wicket takers, Bilal (21 @ 13), Mick Loveridge (19 @ 19) and Dan Bainbridge (17 @ 17). Harry Richards picked up 10 wickets in his first full season with the fours. Mick Loveridge’s catching earned him 12 scalps, comfortably the most in the division. After last season’s struggle for runs, this season was pleasantly different with Bilal scoring 296 @ 49, Dan Bainbridge (245 @ 41), the maturing James Baxter (221 @ 37) and newcomer Gulraiz (176 @ 35) offering much hope for another tilt at promotion next season. This was another good year for Beddington’s 5th XI (Beddington Park) with a number of youngsters coming through and moving up the club sides, particularly Dan Beaton and Josh Gillingham. The team had a difficult year with availability, some weeks strong while other weeks depleted to the point of concession. All in all the team enjoyed its cricket and that is the most important thing. www.beddingtoncc.co.uk BEDDINGTON PARK See Beddington 5th XI for Club details.
51 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports BYFLEET www.byfleetcc.co.uk Main Ground Parvis Road, Byfleet KT14 7AB 01932 343693 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Byfleet Recreation Ground, Stream Close KT14 7LZ Phone captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Sam Crabtree N/A Iain Bowman N/A Shaky Ahmed 07827 811674 07837 927417 07795 281378 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Jim Crabtree Andrew Savage Andrew Savage Greg Dodwell Neal Jones Andrew Savage 07736 018466 07921 949867 07921 949867 07901 861087 07958 992619 07921 949867 Following a successful first season in the Surrey Championship the 1st XI was unsure what challenges lay ahead in Division 4. There were some personnel changes; losing the services of overseas Brian Barnard and Ben Tyler moving to Datchet CC. The team overcame these losses and stretched it’s winning run to 14 consecutive games, comprehensively winning the first 5 games. New players arrived including overseas player Tyron White (359 runs and 29 wickets); a club mate of Brian’s at Alberton CC in Johannesburg. Tyron was a decent replacement and performed admirably. Unfortunately the side’s winning run came to an end against Kingstonian, 2 more games were then lost in the next month against eventual league champions Guildford City and runners-up Dorking. Another run of 5 consecutive wins put Byfleet back in promotion contention with a month to go. Disappointingly, due to holidays and injuries, selection became challenging and the team was rolled over in consecutive weeks for scores of 64 and a Division low of 23 against Farncombe. Just a solitary win in the last month of the season secured the team a 3rd place finish. It was another progressive season winning 12 league games out of 18, however at times the batting looked brittle when chasing 200+ totals. Key contributions included 3 batsmen scoring 350+ league runs, Andy Savage topped the batting stats with 379 runs including a century against Woking & Horsell, Ashley Rannie continued to show glimpses of his class including a score of 123 against Hampton Wick and Sam Crabtree was superb with the ball taking 45 wickets and topped the division’s bowling charts. Four bowlers took 20+ wickets including Sam Tyler who had a major breakthrough season taking 24 wickets. Fielding and catching was generally poor and the team must look to improve next season with better practice and preparation at training and before games. CAMBERLEY www.camberleycc.co.uk Main Ground Upper Verran Road, Camberley GU15 2JL 01276 63704 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Watchetts Rec, Park Road, Camberley GU15 2SR Phone captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Max Shoveller Chris Pike Rim Rimmington N/A Neil Piper 07575 184118 07984 402670 07826 270086 07799 661939 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Keith Halsey Rim Rimmington Paul Abraham Linda Halsey Phil Woodland Mark Wilkinson 07796 417498 07826 270086 07968 983453 07796 417489 07780 452578 07912 345545
2015 could not have started any worse for the 1st XI. In the first 9 matches only one game was not lost. However, the team was not outplayed in many of these losses and in 5 of the matches being unable to bowl the opposition out when in commanding positions was a frustration. In what could have been a turning point in the season, the 1st XI scored 323 away against Banstead with a patient 117 from opener Todd Hutcheson, only to be denied bowling Banstead out in the last over, finishing 9 wickets down. A score of 340 was still not enough away at Old Whitgiftians, even when the opposition were 315 for 9, they managed to squeak home. The 10th match of the season brought the club's first win of the season at home against Farnham (Hagger 5 for 43) and another win the following week against Malden Wanderers (Shoveller 74) gave real optimism about a strong finish to the year. However a run of poor performances piled the pressure back on until an excellent run chase of 300 away at Spencer, including 157 off 89 balls from opener Max Shoveller, meant 2 wins from the final 4 matches would be sufficient to stay up. Three further losses dented all hopes and, despite a final win in the last league game at home to Old Whitgiftians (Burns 78 and Day 74), confirmed 1st XI relegation and the 2016 season in Division 2. All-rounders Jimmy Day, Ali Cheyne, Jos Clarke and Kyle Philander all had some excellent performances. The batting was strong on occasions as the top 4 all scored 500 runs for the season (Shoveller, Hutcheson, Day and Burns). However the killer blow was that consistency was too often lacking and this was ultimately Camberley's downfall. All in all a disappointment to be relegated but there is a clear resolve to bounce back and challenge for promotion next year. 2014 was a tough year for the 2nd XI; the loss of four or five key players meant 2015 was always going to be a struggle. The impact was to pick players from the 3rd XI and in particular blood juniors early. Injury to captain Chris Pike resulted in being unable to bowl for nine games severely weakened the bowling attack. The season almost began very well as the team fell agonisingly 17 runs short chasing 237 at Oxted – a 52 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports team that was eventually promoted. However Steve Hulks, who made a counter-punching 74 to almost lead the team home, suffered a recurrence of a knee injury whilst batting and it was to be his only innings of the season. From that point a number of games were lost in similar fashion. Many times a strong base had been built, only for the lack of experience in the side to get exposed. On numerous occasions the team fell from around 80 for 1 to 150 all out. However Chris Pike led the batting with over 250 runs and there were also important knocks from Sam Rimmington, Toby Woodland and Craig Muir. Josh Halsey showed major all- round improvement, impressing in all three aspects of the game. He became a more composed batsman and also bowled with good control. U14 Paul Stephens continued to impress, his insatiable appetite for training and playing led to vastly improved maturity with the bat as the season wore on. Despite a tough start to the season bowling-wise, Paul ended the season as the go-to bowler and finished as the leading wicket- taker. U16 spinner Rob Parker came in for the last few games and performed very well. The 2nd XI continues to be an extremely young side and it is hoped that 2016 will see a few experienced players return; combined with each youngster’s development this should result in a much stronger season. CHEAM www.cheamccricketclub.com Main Ground Peaches Close, Station Way, Cheam SM2 7BJ 0208 240 3500 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Michael O’Donnell Tom Horwood Paul Fisher N/A Anjan Dutta 07946 524265 07581 493674 07952 546588 07881 915514 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Andy Bruen Alasdair Macdonald Rob Day Stephen Hyde Manosi Dutta Joss Rickard 07825 188822 07808 179173 07711 439519 07973 194898 07900 225150 07729 116277 Following 1st XI relegation there were several changes in personnel during the off season. That, and a lack of consistent availability, meant that Cheam was relegated again by one point on the final day of the season despite winning the last two games. After having started off positively with an opening day win at Purley there was every reason to be optimistic but failing to score two runs from two balls to win at Ashford and scoring 250+ runs and taking nine wickets against Epsom but still losing ultimately cost the team. The lack of an overseas did not help but new recruit Will Brown led the way with both bat and ball returning 618 runs @ 41 including two centuries and 30 wickets @ 18. Max Gardner, James Fenwick and Steve Horne all supported ably with the ball taking 18, 19 and 15 wickets respectively. With the bat Horne scored 404 runs @ 33 while captain Mike O’Donnell scored 358 @ 22. As with last season the younger members of the club were relied upon heavily, with seven of the eleven being under 21 at many stages throughout the season. Strong performances came from all at one time or another but unsurprisingly consistency has been an issue – something that will no doubt improve in 2016. Firstly, the attitude of the 2nd XI has been fantastic all season – it is never easy playing in a side that is not used to winning games, but everyone has played with high spirits and a fair dose of good humour. Secondly, the development of the youngsters that have played this year - it is great to see the likes of Matt Somaru, Danny Archer, Aaron Wade, Jamie Rix and Ollie Bracher all available and making real contributions to the side. Jamie, in particular, has been a standout performer with the ball with an economy rate to die for; more next season please! Thirdly, just to mention a few of the notable performances - Jonny Cowlard making a classy and entertaining first adult half-century (78) against a very good Worcester Park that had Cheam reeling at 11 for 4 before he came in. Jim Ovens and his new-found “it’s only a cricket ball” mentality making a superb 68, while the rest of the top order floundered around him. Captain Tom Horwood burgled a couple of surprise five-wicket hauls but there is one performance to top all of them, Joel Bastable making a truly wondrous hundred (109) against Purley, a genuine privilege to watch a fantastic knock although having found his form he then was not around for a fortnight. The one win against a strong Old Whitgiftians side was a good all-round effort and something the captain hopes to see more of next season. This showed what the side is capable of when it strings things together. A young side gave Division 2 a decent stab and had a lot of fun (and beer and skittle bombs…) but ultimately came up short against more experienced opposition. The team will come back better, older and more experienced next season ready to mount a serious challenge for solid mid-table mediocrity in Div 3. The 3rd XI continued to show improvement from last season and put in some good performances when at full strength. However, availability continued to be a bit of a struggle and this resulted in 53 different players being used in the league. Chairman Andy Bruen and skipper Paul Fisher led from the front, racking up over 1000 runs between them. These runs were crucial in the excellent wins over East Molesey and Guildford. Elsewhere in the team the ever-present Joss Rickard continued to bowl well, particularly during the early part of the season. The colts have also proven to be particularly strong this year, with special mention to 13 year old Dan Mckerracher, as well as a whole host of U15s including Forsdick, Senanayake and Nair to name but a few. With the colts getting better each year, next season promises to be much more competitive with plenty of wins possible.
53 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports CHERTSEY www.chertseycc.org.uk Main Ground Grove Road, Chertsey KT16 9DN Phone captain WiFi 3rd XI Ground Recreation Ground Lodge, Guildford Road KT16 9BW 01932 560183 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Greg Burton Phillip Boast Craig Skelton Neil Latham Denis Perks 07977 251225 07870 552929 07557 863889 07973 416940 07968 026744 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Chris Smith Mark Nuti Jim Denyer Tim Beer Trudie Wakefield Stuart Bailey 07808 135362 07565 501922 07710 472193 07769 658180 07878 319950 07973 550078 Cut the tail off an earthworm and it will regenerate it’s tail and survive, gut the Chertsey 1st XI of senior men and the re-growth is equally impressive. The season started without the retired Daniel Shepherd and relocated Jonathan Dodd, who were then joined by perennial run-maker Karthik Menon and off-spinner Will Cooper early on. With an almost entirely new unit, skipper Greg Burton will no doubt delight in the club’s fourth place finish. Although the overriding feeling is one of pride, there remains a nagging feeling of frustration and a lingering question of “what if?” The club claimed nine wins during the course of the campaign and were in with a chance of promotion right up until the third-last week of the season. A tendency to play best against the league’s leaders then let everyone down when faced with relegation fighters ultimately cost a spot in Division 4, nonetheless the young squad will feel confident of challenging again when battles resume. Burton stood up as the experienced leader, scoring 319 runs and taking 13 wickets, but of the young faces in the side, Jack Ogle led the way. His left-arm spin brought him an impressive 27 victims @ 15.19 and he weighed in with 354 runs, with two fifties, while batting at number three. Ben Hanger also provided a snapshot of the future with his knock of 101* against Weybridge Vandals and scored 303 runs for the season. With the ball, Jacob Loveridge made huge strides during the year and deserved more than his return of 18 scalps @ 22.78. The club owes an enormous debt of gratitude to overseas player Steve Knight, who single-handedly filled the void of the four missing seniors. He weighed in with 679 runs at the top of the order, scoring two centuries and claimed 33 wickets with his battling leg spin. Here’s to his return. The 2nd XI not only embarked on their own promotion push during the season, but almost bettered the first-team in taking glory during a hard-fought campaign. The trickle-down effect of the 1s turning youthful was felt in the lower XIs, but once again the youngsters performed. Unfortunately, it was perhaps that inexperience that cost the side second place, with a vital loss at home to Chessington putting paid to their chances. A third-place finish is nothing to turn the nose up at though. The campaign saw one century maker, three five-wicket hauls and seven scores of 50 or more, as it picked up 11 wins from 18 games. Phil Boast, as is becoming customary, topped the run charts with 381. He was closely followed by Steven Bussey, whose 342 included the considerable highlight of 118* against Alleyn. Three other batsman scored over 200 league runs, with youngsters David Sloan and Cade Skelton joining opener Lee Houghton in that club. With the ball, two men did the bulk of the work. Leg-spinner Stuart Eagles remained a potent weapon, leading the side with 26 wickets and an outstanding best of five wickets for no runs against Maori Oxshott. Young seamer Josh Jackman trailed Eagles by just one scalp however, and earned a first-team call up on the back of his performances. Mark Nuti, Boast and Skelton all backed up that pair throughout the campaign. Aside from their own results on the field, the side would like to highlight the courageous effort of Oxshott captain Tony Murphy, who battled gamely against crippling availability, and wish both Guildford City and Chessington well in Division 3. Continuing the theme of successful 2015 seasons at Chertsey was the 3rd XI, who finished third in the West Division with 205 points. Nobody could accuse the side of playing dull cricket, as it was not involved in a single draw in any of its 16 outings and won seven times in total. Those victories invariably came through the wicket-taking of Bruce Raeside, who finished with 30 scalps from just 88 overs and was denied the title of leading bowler in the division by just one victim. Unquestionably, the team’s strength was with the ball, something that their league-leading 17 bowling points is testament to. Raeside had support from Jack Lloyd’s 15 wickets, Hugh Aish-Lyons (13) and Josh Loveridge (12). With the willow, Bijoya Jena (209 runs @ 23.22) was the standout performer with a high score of 60 against Kingstonian. Loveridge enjoyed a solid return with the bat too, 159 runs @ 14.45, but ultimately skipper Craig Skelton will want his batting unit to better their efforts next term if the side is to improve on its bronze medal this season.
Reports for 2016 Please write all reports in the “third person” so that we can achieve a level of consistency. Also please stick to the specificed word limits; editing the reports down to the space available is very time consuming. I would like to take this opportunity to thank Jane, my proof reader, for her patience. Let us hope for some great cricket played in fine weather this season. Editor
54 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports CHESSINGTON www.chessingtoncricketclub.co.uk Main Ground Leatherhead Road, Chessington KT9 2NB 0208 397 9194 WiFi 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Daniel Yarnley James Woolman Rick Eustace N/A Les Lawrence 07943 612570 07988 981232 07826 554399 07504 714942 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Nick Bailey Heidi Langrish Daniel Yarnley Heidi Langrish Jane Legg Dave Power 07970 832279 07773 394218 07943 612570 07773 394218 07545 042419 07989 256588
The 1st XI finishing 3rd for the second time in three years represented a strong season, although there will be disappointment the team did not get over the line. Chessington were the only team to beat champions Walton (twice) and also beat other promotion contenders with the crunch game against 2nd place Old Ruts on the penultimate weekend being washed out. Old Ruts were dismissed for 134 and Chessington were 75 for 4 in reply, needing 3 more overs to win the game; it was not to be and that was the final straw as it turned out. The team only used 19 players, which breeds success with a lot of club youngsters getting a good run in the side and playing important roles for the team. The standout performance with the bat was overseas, James McNeil, who led the whole Championship runs with 983 @ 70. Other strong performances came from Karl Thorns who had his best season for the club with 423, 15 year old Prince Singh who took to opening with ease with 387 and Matt Alldis with 294. On the bowling front Tadgh Randall led the attack brilliantly; he bowled with serious pace but without luck and still took 16 poles. Leading the wickets was Richard Singleton with 35, who became a lot more consistent this season. He was backed up by the skipper with 31, new recruit Roman Qazi with 16 to go with his 250 runs and Luke Barnard with 13. Other contributions with the ball were made from veteran Dhillon Woutersz (who is sadly hanging up his boots), Colin Watson, Taylor Young and Prince Singh. If this group stays together there is no reason why 2016 cannot see the team get over the line, weather permitting. Thanks to Yarners for scoring and his match reports, the tea ladies for their excellent spread and all who help with the bar and ground. The first 2nd XI league game saw skipper Jimmy Woolman and vice Simon Burge lead a more positive objective setting talk. Woolman won the first of many tosses (13 in all) and put Guildford City into bat. Chessington started brilliantly by having Guildford City 25 for 3 after 10 overs....199 runs later 224 for 4, eventually Guildford got to 297, a monster total. White set out on a mission, a well struck 124 saw the team 187 for 3. The team started to believe they had a sniff, Lawrence was batting well and the team needed 6 off the last over. 2 wickets and 2 dots in the final over and the team needed 3 to win on the final ball, the last two batsmen ran 2 and the game was tied. Two wins followed this game, the first a well organised win against Sinjuns. A gritty batting performance against Hampton Wick followed with a superb bowling performance from both openers Young and Strange tearing through Hampton. Three games in and unbeaten, the side was buzzing only to be hit with poor availability and poor form against Ripley and Kingstonian. Losing two on the bounce, a change in the top order was needed. This definitely gave the team more strength in the top and middle order. The team won the next 5, showing the form for promotion. Robson and Burge led the team to a superb victory with their 150+ partnership against Alleyn, the 2nd XI also beat Chertsey to move in to 2nd. Two draws against Hampton Wick and Ripley were followed by 5 of the biggest wins of the year; 5 wins which led the team straight into a promotion position and a chance of the Championship. Every game in the run in was vital as one slip up meant the side would have the heat on them. That “never give up” attitude returned for the biggest games, beating Guildford City in the penultimate over with Woolman's winning catch off Robson’s bowling. Absolute Scenes! A great highlight of the season. Beating Chertsey who were 3rd at the time to all but seal promotion, Woolman won the toss again and sent Chertsey in to bat, Chertsey managed 261. The machine that is White took the game by the scruff of the neck and demolished their total of 261 after 45 overs. Andy batted for 45 overs and scored 138*, Bailey added a helpful 52* to win the game. A convincing win at Maori Oxshott confirmed Chessington’s promotion to Division 3. 2016 was a hugely enjoyable 3rd XI season following relegation the previous year, however feelings are tinged slightly with the view that on several occasions the side snatched defeat when winning looked easier and that would have achieved a higher league finish. Playing some new opposition, the games were played hard but fair and importantly in the right spirit. There were some cracking fixtures including beating Battersea when things looked lost, and losing the return by just 1 run. Both Addiscombe games were tight, a thumping 10 wicket victory against Thames Ditton and a run laden draw with Dorking were other highlights. Generally the fielding was good with some excellent catches. The bowling, although not hostile, was controlled with veteran new recruit Rob Barnard claiming 21 victims @ 20 and ensured sales of Peroni boomed behind the bar. Wily Wisden snared 16 @ 23; surely he has another season left in him? Mahad
55 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Qazi claimed 10 wickets in 2 games including 7 for 15 vs. Thames Ditton before injury ended his season. Batting was more of a struggle and failed to live up to its potential, exceptions were 15 year old Anton Gowthaman whose classy stroke play netted him 294 runs @ 37, whilst fellow colts Tom Daniel and Liam White both showed much promise and bode well for the future. Thanks as always must go to umpires, tea ladies for some excellent efforts and a special mention to Merstham who on their final away game of the season arrived by train, beer in hand and left much later the same way…an excellent social effort on their part. CHIPSTEAD COULSDON & WALCOUNTIANS www.ccwcc.co.uk Main Ground High Road, Chipstead CR5 3SF 01737 551874 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Walcountians Sports Club, Carshalton Road SM7 3HU 01737 354348 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Nick Woods Jamie Dunkley Paul Huitson N/A John Blackburn 07769 347757 07967 334712 07702 934739 07824 406824 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Graham Plater Andrew Washer Alan Clark Paul Flower Elizabeth Dombrandt Glen Gershkoff 07767 436339 07599 057816 07580 073288 07733 014937 07789 194343 07836 376189
This was another successful year for the High Road Stags and one in which the 1st XI cemented its position in Division 1 following four promotions in five years. It was a season where a side which has often demonstrated the potential to compete in the upper echelons of Surrey cricket came of age. It was not all plain sailing, and the learning curve was steep, but after a difficult first half of the season the side rallied, playing a positive brand of cricket and winning some tough games. The attack was led ably by Brady Barends, who bowled with a great deal of discipline and skill. Leigh Padfield also continued maturing combining raw pace with good control to bowl several match-winning spells supported by Michael Bradley. The spin trio of Salil Oberoi, Malinda Thotiwilage and Nick Woods combined to good effect; all the bowlers performed admirably, often with the pressure of limited runs to play with. With willow in hand, there were some very good days and some very ordinary days. Nick Woods led well, his 650 runs coming at just under 40 with Salil Oberoi also contributing nearly 450 runs at an average of 30. Malinda Thotiwilage showed his class with a skilful hundred in a must win game at Camberley. However, too often the side put itself under pressure and only in the final third of the season did things really start to click and the side acclimatize to the greater technical and mental demands required. Despite some tough periods over the summer, the side was united by a strong spirit that served it well when the chips were down. Ben Sandhu was relentless in his energy and team stalwarts Henry Haslam and Robbie Martin made vital contributions at crucial times. Looking ahead the continued development of the club’s young talent in Nathan Heal and Alex Dombrandt was particularly pleasing. After a fantastic 2014 season which resulted in promotion, 2015 was always going to be a tough 2nd XI challenge. After an indifferent start with only one victory from the first 4 games it looked like a young Chipstead side would be in for a long hard season. After a few weeks the performances started to improve and the team found its feet playing at a higher level. This saw the side go 6 games undefeated including 3 wins and 3 winning draws. A purple patch of form was down to some outstanding contributions. With the bat veteran Jamie Dunkley was in the runs (438 for the year) but it was young opener Ben Dombrandt doing the damage. The highlight was his fantastic 146 against Dorking as he went on to make 506 runs for the year with an average over 50. The bowlers were also in fine form, Ross Moody chipped in with 20, skipper Mark Ennis 19 and spinner Nathan Clarke 21. It was the new ball partnership of Adam Barber and Mike Hodson that often did the hard work up top. The two young quicks did not get the wickets they deserved but bowled brilliantly all year. The final third of the season saw a return to indifferent form as availability became a challenge. Despite some patchy performances the team finished in a respectable 7th position in the table, only 15 points away from 4th place in a very competitive division. All things considered the season was a success. As a young side that had lost some key players, it was always going to be difficult competing at a higher level. After some strong performances and with young players continuing to develop, things look promising for the future. In 2016 the side hopes to see more from the youngsters and achieve an improved league position. This proved to be a mixed season for the 3rd XI, with some good results against the top teams. Ultimately, the loss of several players to the 2nd XI and inconsistent availability ensured a repeat of last year's 2nd place was not possible. The results highlights were beating Sinjuns by a single run, Addiscombe and Leatherhead. There was greater reliance on the colts this year, with all making contributions. Alex Lane cemented his place as an all-rounder with some excellent innings. George Crosby was elevated to opening the bowling regularly and his hat-trick against Battersea Ironsides was one of the champagne moments of the season. Another was Jenny Lane's spell of 6-5-1-1 against Chessington. The stalwarts of Flower, Lock, Parmenter, Orr, Boothroyde and Smith plus a couple of cameos from Bruce Lane and Dave Thorneloe meant that the side was rarely not competitive. Hopefully, next year there will be an improvement in availability plus improved pitch preparation to ensure the batsmen of the future get a chance to perform.
56 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports CHURT www.churtcc.co.uk Main Ground Redhearn Fields, Farnham Road, Churt GU10 2HY N/A Power 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Daniel Higgins N/A N/A N/A Piers Warburton 07930 749574 07879 496763 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Colin Wiskin Loretta Wiskin Steve Leek Loretta Wiskin Tara Congdon Colin Wiskin 01252 715050 07967 646824 07879 845346 07967 646824 01428 712717 07971 753095
With Churt stalwart Daniel Higgins at the 1st XI tiller, there was much to be optimistic about. Churt’s position (9th) in the final Table would suggest it was a disappointing season; however, there were many positives. Higgins’ plans were scuppered early on due to the overseas player becoming unavailable and losing corpulent all-rounder David Thomas to paternal duties. The season started well. Away at Alleyn, new recruit Rifleman Ronald DeFreitas gunned down the opposition’s top order, taking 5 for 17 with a display of pace and control. Against Maori the top 6 all contributed in successfully chasing down 226. Churt then defeated Old Pauline with a great all-round performance; with fifties from Will Hucker and Rowley Marshall, fine bowling from Marshall and the portly Adrian ‘BA’ Askew and fantastic fielding. The only other victory was in the vital away match against Godalming, in which Marshall’s fine bowling display (4 for 15) and Jon Palmer’s calm, unbeaten fifty guaranteed an easy victory. Despite some poor performances, there were also some wonderful matches. At Maori, Churt collapsed from 154 for 2 to 212 all out. Maori were cruising at 188 for 5, but a wonderful spell from Marshall (4 for 52) again, including three dismissals in the last over, meant Maori also ended up on 212. At Stoke D’Abernon, despite allowing the hosts to ascend from 99 for 6 to 305, Churt, with brutal hitting from Toby Finneran (84) and Marshall, should have chased it down, ending on 295 all out after just 46.1 overs. Hucker (323 @ 24.85) and Palmer (413 @ 37.55) starred with the bat, Marshall led with the ball (31 wkts @ 19.06) with great performances from the youngsters, including 6 for 44 from 16 year old Tim Chandler. With the return of Thomas, and the continued development of players such as Dom Saint, Hucker et al, Churt’s future and 2016 look bright. COBHAM AVORIANS www.avorianscc.co.uk Main Ground Convent Lane, Cobham KT11 1HB 01932 862229 Power 3rd XI Ground Coombe Lane, Whiteley Village, Walton KT12 4EL 01932 844671 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors James McLaughlin Steve King Ashley Kuchel N/A Steve Umpelby 07841 262800 07860 642571 07917 260200 07961 359067 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Mark Barrow Peter Burrows Matthew Ellis Peter Hallam Lorraine Elliott Andrew Weaver 07786 174064 07709 242770 07979 856201 07801 540704 07980 559029 07806 463048
Avorians 1st XI had huge optimism going into the start of the 2015 season. The team had overcome the adversity of previous seasons and had built a competitive side with the hope of competing at the top of Division 4. With a mainly unchanged side from 2014 and this new found continuity the side was confident it could hit the ground running going into the 2015 season. The start of the season got off to a flyer, with the Avorians only losing 2 of their first 9 games. This allowed the side to enjoy stints at the top of the table, a position the As were unfamiliar with having not been there for quite some years. It maybe this unfamiliar position was what saw the team crumble slightly in the second half of the season, winning only 3 of the next 9 outings. A lack of composure and determination, mainly in the batting department, allowed games to slip away. The team felt slightly deflated towards the end of the season due to the performances in the last few games but considering performance in previous seasons, this had been an excellent year for the Avorians. Now no longer content fighting for relegation year on year the As had turned around fortunes to be jostling for position in the top of the table for the majority of the 2015 season, finishing in a respectable 5th place. A special mention must go to AK Tyronne who picked up 42 wickets and 611 runs for the season. The season began brightly for the As 2nd XI with an opening day victory over Deando Ruxley quickly followed by victories over Thames Ditton and Godalming. After 5 matches, with 3 victories and 3rd place in the league, all was looking rosy and the team dared to dream it might be in the promotion mix in September. One month later and without another win under its belt the side found itself 3rd from bottom of the league and looking anxiously downwards. However, the As were a much stronger unit this year and were more than able to hold their own against most opposition. The addition of Steve King (368 runs @ 46) in partnership with Aanand Ramesh (334 @ 26) at the top of the order meant that invariably there was a solid foundation to build upon and as a result the legendary As batting collapses became a thing of the past. Other notable contributions with the bat came from Keith Millet (277 @ 23) and Pardeep Jassi (322 @ 21). There were 57 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports plenty of options on the bowling front but the lack of a regular opening seam partnership meant that the side often failed to make use of the new ball and struggled to bowl sides out. Player of the Year was Sahil 'Sunny' Sidhu who weighed in with 22 wickets @ 13.55 and 175 runs @ 25 from just 8 matches. Mention must go to Rob Partridge who returned career best figures of 8 for 74 against Deando. The younger players continued to progress with both Matthew Richardson and George Frise receiving recognition for their performances in the 2nd XI by earning 1st XI call ups. Overall an 8th place finish was disappointing but with 6 victories and several narrow defeats against the top sides the team was not despondent and there is the promise of a much stronger league position in 2016. CRANLEIGH www.cranleigh.play-cricket.com Main Ground The Common, Horseshoe Lane, Cranleigh GU6 8NS 01483 274220 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Glebelands School, Parsonage Rd, Cranleigh GU6 7AN N/A 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Matt Crump Ed Copleston Ryan Grout N/A Dave Andrews 07900 316661 07913 817406 07757 704789 07557 267546 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Rick Johnson Chris Thompson Chris Thompson Matthew Tawse Zed Annan Jason Hill 07790 906654 07816 881788 07816 881788 07770 600900 07896 665611 07912 210881
The 2015 season was one of near misses for Cranleigh 1st XI, missing out narrowly on promotion to East Molesey on the final day. Cranleigh’s charge for promotion came a little too late, winning 8 of the last 9 games; had more consistency been achieved in the first part of the season it could have been very different. Seren Waters had another terrific season with 760 runs @ 63.3, followed by Matt Crump scoring 522 @ 40. Jack Scriven missed half of the season with a broken thumb and was a huge loss for the team. The bowling was very spin heavy but led by Australian quick Rob Lavery with 28 wickets and strong contributions from left arm spinners Jonathan Gonszor and Bruno Broughton. Cranleigh will aim to go one step further in 2016! Newly promoted Cranleigh 2nd XI continued their march up the leagues with their 3rd promotion on the bounce going one step better than previous years by being crowned champions in mid-August. Led by a mixture of Jason Hill, Ed Copleston and Jay Harman, Cranleigh amassed 255 points from 11 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats. In the batting department Euan Johnston led the way with 603 runs @ 46.38 including 130 against Chipstead. He was ably supported by Liam Ward (380 @ 63.33), James Wood (192 @ 48) and Jay Harman (189 @ 63). The bowling department was led by Paddy Harman taking 21 wickets @ 12.57 and Marc Cashman with 21 @ 21.86. Stuart Ketley (19 @ 14.84), Sam Wade (13 @ 18.38) and Josh Cummings (11 @ 21.45) were the support. All in all, a great season for Cranleigh’s 2nd XI who will be looking forward to the challenge of taking on Division 2 looking for their 4th successive promotion. All in all, it was a successful season for Cranleigh St Andrews 3rd XI finishing second in the league but they were frustrated not to go up. Quite a few promising colts featured throughout the season, some for the first time in men's cricket, and contributed well with bat and ball as well as some outstanding fielding. These included Sam Bugler, Ryan Anderson, Jack Symonds and Chad Marais to name a few. Marius Henderson topped the wicket taking table with 21 but other standout bowling performances included captain Ryan Grout's 5 for 3 including a hat trick and Phil Burke's 5 for 32. Top run scorer was Geoff Hook with 294, closely followed by Steve Neal and Lahiru. Cranleigh will have promotion firmly in their sights next season. www.oxtedlimpsfield.play-cricket.com CROCKHAM HILL See Oxted & Limpsfield 5th XI for Club details.
DEANDO RUXLEY www.deandoruxleycc.co.uk Main Ground 27 Ruxley Lane, Ewell KT19 0JB 07825 032092 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A Bahzad Mahmood N/A N/A Simon Neil 07985 343442 07768 933251 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Paul Goodall Frank Ford Frank Ford Richard Armstrong Frank Ford Ian Wyatt 07986 591399 07710 502324 07710 502324 07738 161399 07710 502324 07803 259453 Deando Ruxley 2nd XI had another successful season in the Surrey Championship. Despite the loss of several key players from 2014 the team was very competitive and managed a 6th place finish. The strength was undoubtedly the batting line up. Deando had the top three batsmen in the division all scoring over 600 runs. Ali Naqvi led the way with 623 runs averaging 41 including a top score of 135*. Skipper Mahmood was equally prolific scoring 609 runs with a top score of 130 and Abid Khan led the league averages with 50.8 that included two magnificent centuries. Muhammad Chaudhry had the highest innings of 139* as the team posted over 300 against Horsley & Send, one of many huge totals. However the season highlight was a 9 wicket win over Thames Ditton where Abid Khan and Ali Naqvi put on an unbeaten 229 as Deando chased down 262 for a fantastic victory. The bowling was not as successful as the team regularly struggled to bowl sides out. Ian Wyatt led the 58 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports way with 32 wickets. Mahmood took 23 and Ahsan Saleem 19 but nobody else made double figures. Ian’s 6 for 24 in 16 overs in the win over Lingfield was the outstanding performance with the ball. Thanks go to skipper Mahmood for his efforts to get a full side out every week and to Ian Wyatt for performing the essential administrative tasks. Hopefully the side will be able to add to the squad in 2016 and push for promotion. DORKING www.dorkingcc.co.uk Main Ground Pixham Lane, Dorking RH4 1PQ Phone captain Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Westhumble Playing Field, London Road RH5 6AD 4th XI Ground Pixham Lane, Dorking (200m from main) 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Scott Kelsey Matthew Homewood Tim Brewster Andrew Culton Josh Shrives 07725 899510 07500 861714 07900 080188 07866 450767 07951 751803 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec David Spackman Colin Burn Josh Shrives Mike Knott Lisa Fownes Walpole Josh Shrives 01306 712420 01306 889435 07951 751803 07814 324813 07939 299437 07951 751803 With the nucleus of the 2014 1st XI intact, back to back promotion was the goal. An opening day victory over Hampton Wick Royal in which Nick Lee scored the first of his hundreds set the tone. A nail biter of a win at Hamptonians ensued followed by a win over the dangerous Kingstonian as Kunal Jogia made 50. Eventual champions Guildford City inflicted Dorking’s first defeat in a high scoring affair that saw Jason Swift compile a superb 103. Farncombe then bore the retaliation as Toby Blood scored a crucial fifty. A reality check occurred with a defeat at home against Cobham Avorians. The team bounced back trouncing Old Emanuel; Tim Johnson scoring the first of his centuries coupled with an Andy Miller 5 for. A top of the table clash with Byfleet saw Dorking come out on top with minutes to spare thanks to vital half centuries from Jogia and Lee aided by Scott Kelsey’s 4 wicket haul. A gritty win over Hamptonians, as Miller proved a match winner with 6 scalps and the crushing of Woking with another Johnson hundred, saw the side in a commanding position. Kingstonian had other ideas though in a close low scoring game. This led to a promotion chasing clash with Guildford City in which the team dug deep for a draw that kept hopes alive– Tom Chisman’s knock a particular highlight. A string of five wins kept the side in prime position for a final day showdown. In this period Kelsey got a season best 92, Lee amassed 325, Swift got his best of 119* and Jogia, Blood and Lewis Davies notched fifties. The last round saw a “winner takes all” clash with Byfleet in which Dorking saw it home comfortably. Match winners Lee, Swift and Miller showed class and experience. Another brilliant season led by Kelsey taking 30 wickets @ 13 and scoring 385 @ 26, Lee finished top in the league with 824 @ 75, Swift (487 @ 49), Johnson (411 @ 29), Jogia (366 @ 28) and Blood (347 @ 32). Miller took 36 wickets @ 13, greatly supported by new ball partner Chris Ward who collected 17@ 27. Swift picked up 24 @ 13 and Francis Chadwick 17 @ 17. A mention must go to the potential class of Ben Rogers, Jon Gale and Charlie Kenway who all contributed to the team at various points. The 1st XI would like to thank all panel umpires, Pierre Tartari, Chris Pike, Mike Knott, Colin Burn, Richard Pike and Alison Pavey. Having narrowly missed out on promotion in 2014 by 1 point the 2nd XI season started with great confidence. Starting a week later than the rest of the pack Dorking entertained Cranleigh which was to set the standard for 2015. Credit to Cranleigh, a side that could have well handled themselves in the higher divisions; Dorking was soundly beaten and realised the tough test it was up against. However, two wins and two losing draws kept the side in the hunt. A winning draw against top of the league Oxted & Limpsfield followed but then a bump back down to earth after another loss again to the eventual champions Cranleigh. Wins against Egham, Ashford and Streatham gave a slight hope of second place but losses to Sanderstead, Chipstead, Egham and Oxted resulted in a mid-table finish. Andrew Homewood topped the runs with 509 in 13 games @ 51 that included two hundreds and three 50s. Mathew Homewood made 374 in 13 that included 2 fifties and the revelation of opener Nigel Pestifield who scored 306 in 11 games @ 31 and also the immensely talented Jon Gale with 301 @ 33. Wickets were hard to come by with the absence of Chadwick and Duncan Lane but David Young stepped up and took 24 @ 14 and Quinn 19 @ 27. Attitudes, availability and on field discipline must improve if Dorking is to challenge for promotion in 2016! However, a special mention must go to the ever improving Charlie Kenway, Travis Blood and Mattie Howlett who will make great strides in becoming regular 2nd XI players in 2016. Overall a successful start to the first year back in the Surrey Championship. Dorking 3rd XI had a young team with only a few senior players but their experience helped the youngsters develop and achieve some fantastic results, albeit with irregular availability. A 4th place finish exceeded expectations, having won 7 games and lost 7 with the rest draws. 2015 gave the team a good insight into what tests might lie ahead in future seasons. Despite a slow start, the middle period of the season saw the team right up there as contenders for promotion at one stage, until a couple of key losses where some inconsistent availability (skipper Josh Shrives was frequently called on by
59 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports the 2nd XI) took its toll. This unfortunately lost any chance to progress. The bowling was led by Dom Kenway (21 wkts), Kit Shepperd (13), Shrives (13) and Max Ridler (11) who were very difficult to get away. Youngster Matt Howlett was tremendously accurate and very deceptive. The tight bowling meant that the side rarely had to chase big totals or could defend modest ones. The pick of the batsmen was Peter Horton (429 runs @ 56), who was in consistently fine form, supported by Grahame Cox (263) and Tim Brewster (205). Also, a special mention to rising stars Mattie Howett and Barney Davies who scored first senior 50s for the club. Several games stood out during the season. The local derby against Leatherhead, after being comprehensively beaten in the away fixture; Shrives took 6 wickets and a 9 wicket victory ensued. A great high scoring game at Chessington, played in tremendous spirit was a nail-biter. The team was just unable to claim the final wicket as Chessington’s McElligott played a superb innings to deny the win. Overall a good season for the 3rd XI; exciting and encouraging prospects lie ahead for the team. The 4th XI enjoyed its first year in league cricket, finishing respectably in mid-table. Following the incorporation of Old Dorkinians CC (ODs) into the club and the abandonment of their Saturday fixture list a pool of new players was available. During the year 36 people played for the team of which 9 were former ODs. The idea was to give colts their first experience of league cricket supported by senior players. In total 15 colts played, of whom 8 were under 15 and 4 of these under 13. The highlights of the season were the batting of Tharindu Karunaratne (Mr T - 375 runs @ 34), Dave Brook (243 @ 27) and Aaron Buller (227 @ 32). Mr T was third in the 4th XI league run makers. The bowling highlights were Dave Brook who took 23 wickets @ 14, captain Andrew Culton (16 @ 13) and Aaron Buller (12 @ 7); Dave Brook was equal first amongst the 4th XI wicket takers. They are all ODs showing the important role they played in the side’s league debut. One of the notable highlights was the 89 made by Chris Stone in the defeat, with only 9 players, of Beddington. Two of the U15 colts Cameron and Jack Homewood took 8 wickets each, of the U13s Freddie Fownes-Walpole took 8 and George Edwards and Andrew Pead 5 each. These were excellent achievements on their baptism in the Surrey Championship. Thanks go to Josh Shrives and vice-captain David Ellins in arranging the team, also to David Murton for his excellent teas, the best in the league and Lisa Fownes-Walpole for scoring. The future looks bright and the team is looking forward to next season to improve on this most satisfactory start to 4th XI league cricket. DULWICH www.dulwichcc.com Main Ground Giant Arches Road, off Burbage Road, Dulwich SE24 9HP 0207 274 1242 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Next to 100 Turney Road, West Dulwich SE21 7JH Phone Captain 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Alex Gledhill James Bridgland Graeme Hough Mathew Dixon Keith Hunter 07966 876751 07917 152034 07910 146439 07957 607975 07764 620521 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec John Smith Dan Peters Graeme Hough Andrew Inglis Tony Simmonds John Lawrence 07831 638775 07941 241784 07910 146439 07785 724759 07970 229254 0208 761 2091
Dulwich 1st XI had a difficult season which saw the side narrowly avoiding relegation. There was a sense of optimism at the start of the season as the division’s top run scorer in 2014, Michael Currey, returned as captain. After an inconsistent start, which featured victories over Esher and Cheam, Dulwich endured a barren spell in the middle of the summer which was characterised by a number of implosions at the latter end of run chases and the unavailability of key players for a number of games. Performances lifted just in time for Dulwich to fight off relegation. Excellent team efforts led to hard-fought close victories against Ashford and high-flying Chessington. The team’s best performance came against Epsom in late August when 213 was chased down for the loss of 3 wickets. Safety was ensured midway through the final game against Purley when, following a good first innings batting display, Dulwich secured enough bonus points although Purley went on to win a narrow victory off the penultimate ball of the match. Though Currey was unable to scale the lofty run scoring heights of the previous season, he made several useful contributions and proved to be a dedicated leader throughout. The two Eds – Stolle (leading run scorer with 376) and Hopkins – made decisive contributions with the bat in key victories with Hopkins also putting in some first class performances with the gloves throughout. The bowling attack performed well throughout the season with Salaar Waqar (30 wickets) and Naeem Iqbal (23) spearheading the spin and pace departments respectively and Stuart Ferguson making vital contributions with his medium pace in narrow victories. Iqbal also made a number of vital contributions with the bat in second half matches. A more settled squad is expected in 2016 which gives a renewed sense of optimism. Special thanks are due to John Lewis for his continued immaculate scoring. After the disappointment of relegation in 2014 the 2nd XI was determined to make up for things. Four wins in the early limited overs matches set down the marker, but it soon became clear that the league was going to be a tight race for two promotion places between four or five teams. This remained the case right to the end when the team finished in a disappointing 4th place.
60 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports With the new points system wins were crucial and the time matches were where the team lost out, winning just 4 of the 9 matches with 4 draws. The loss of captain Gareth Cornick and other key players to the relegation threatened first team for some matches was crucial. Also two losses to eventually promoted Old Wimbledonians indicates promotion was not merited. The one run loss to Old Whitgiftians in a thriller was another key point, as were the failures to chase gettable scores against Esher and Purley and after the bowlers had done the hard work in bowling out Cheam in over 50 overs. Out of the disappointment, however, there were some shining lights. Raj Tulsiani performed consistently well to rack up 577 runs @ 36 and Gareth Cornick (450) averaged 111 in 10 innings including two quick fire centuries. Other good support was provided by Zakir Rostami with 305 @ 38. On the bowling front Kamran Munawar bowled consistently with aggression and no little skill to grab 33 victims @ 19. He was ably supported on the seam front by James Bridgland (16 @ 19) and on the spin front by the economical Abu Arabi (28 @ 14) and the metronomic and skilful Patrick George (14 @ 12). The pacey Ian Toppin also showed plenty of promise for the future. Special thanks go to Rinaldo Frezzatto for umpiring and to Jenny Pratt for scoring. A topsy turvy season ended with the 3rd XI in 4th place, after flirting with relegation up until the second last game! A strong start with 4 wins from the first 7 matches and 4 successive wins at the end sandwiched a mediocre middle 7 matches, with no wins and just a handful of draws. Lack of consistency in the batting was a significant factor. Things looked good when Raj Tulsiani (115) and Chris Curran (133) put on 240 for the first wicket in the opener at Spencer. Nick Hudson soon followed with 100* in the win against Sutton (followed later in the season with another century vs. Wimbledon). These batsmen were soon lost, rightly, to higher teams and no one was able to step up to the plate in their absence. Too many 20s and 30s and not enough 50s was a constant theme, with players lacking concentration and application having done the hard work. A notable mention to 16 year old Sam Ellison who showed great promise with bat and ball in the few matches he was available and also to Jeremy Jones who moved himself into the all-rounder category with some good knocks. On the bowling front captain Graeme Hough led from the front with 44 wickets @ 14 at less than 3 runs per over. This level of control and consistency enabled others to bowl around him with useful contributions from Ben Lester (19 wickets), Jeremy Jones (16) and Chris Hope (15) in particular. However, these and others will be looking for more consistency and better returns in the future. The bowling highlight was definitely Hough’s 8 for 39 in the nail biting one wicket loss when Sunbury were 155 for 4 chasing 169. Andy Bailey’s keeping was to his usual standard and consistency. Congratulations to champions Sunbury and many thanks to umpire Chris Reardon, standing at both ends in many matches. After leading the division for much of the season and into the final game, it was ultimately a disappointment for the 4th XI to finish third behind Spencer and Wimbledon. The team started strongly and early highlights included chasing a target of 254 in the last over at Oxted & Limpsfield thanks to a scintillating partnership of unorthodox hitting from Mahatir Kaffurudeen and Shamim Ahmed after being 18 for 3 plus defending 121 against the dangerous hitting of SinjunGrammarians with a team depleted of key players. Disappointments included a mid-season thumping by Wimbledon and the inability to bowl out bottom side Normandy in 50 overs, with the lack of a spinner proving decisive. The panic ridden fielding display which led to the loss at Sunbury after posting 244 in 45 overs was a particularly bitter pill. The season concluded with Dulwich, Wimbledon and Spencer all able to win on the final day. On a wet wicket in Reigate, captain Mathew Dixon lost the toss and was duly inserted in to bat. The Dulwich total of 169 all out was always 30 runs shy and the game and the league were lost by 2 wickets. The stand out batsman was the league’s leading run scorer Julian Dean (543 @ 54.3), an impressive season by any standards. The team relied on its strength in depth as a bowling unit with Obaidullah Ubaid taking 18 wickets @ 13 and David Woods 17 wickets. These two were well supported by Simon Peters (15 wickets) and Giles Constantine (13). Special mention should also go to David Knightbridge for a genuinely hostile spell of fast bowling at Streatham & Marlborough, taking 6 for 17 and Kaffurudeen for vital wickets, runs and setting the highest standards in the field. Despite the final league position, team spirit was tremendous and the team looks forward to next season.
DATES FOR THE DIARY Friday 7 October 2016 at 19:15 Surrey Championship Annual Dinner at The Kia Oval Monday 17 October 2016 at 19:30 SC Council Meeting at Wimbledon CC Monday 23 January 2017 at 19:30 SC Annual General Meeting at Wimbledon CC Wednesday 19 April 2017 at 17:00 Pre-Season Evening – distribution of new Year Books and cricket balls at Wimbledon CC (The Executive Committee will meet as necessary)
61 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports EAST MOLESEY www.eastmoleseycricketclub.com Main Ground Graburn Way, East Molesey KT8 9AL 07970 549821 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Met Police Sports Club, Imber Court KT8 0BT 0208 398 1267 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Sam Burge Adam Potter Jamie Bentley Paul Gladstone Sarah Lynch 07729 448140 07414 679654 07581 705472 07958 937642 07776 295206 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Brendan Lynch Dawn Parry Dawn Parry Kieran Burge Sarah Crowther Ben Campbell 07881 855493 07970 549821 07970 549821 07720 532285 07980 305145 07739 581623 After narrowly missing out on promotion to the Premier League in 2014, the 1st XI was aiming to go one better in 2015 to ensure that the side was competing in the top flight in 2016. In a stronger league it was never going to be an easy feat and the “Moles” left it until the final week of the season to secure promotion with a 25 run win over Banstead. On reflection, the season could be broken down into two parts, “pre Zampa” and “post Zampa”. Adam’s leg spin provided the team with quality rarely seen in club cricket and proved to be the difference in many of the 12 games he played before joining the Australia ‘A’ tour of India. With his 53 wickets coming at an average of only 14 (and a habit of taking wickets at important times), maintaining 2nd spot for the remaining 6 games without Adam was going to be a challenge for the Moles. Nevertheless, “post Zampa” brought 5 wins from 6 games, enough to secure promotion by a margin of 18 points. In the end 13 wins were required to secure promotion. The majority of these wins were made possible by different individuals ‘stepping up’ when the team needed and there were many notable match winning performances which deserve mentions. These included Toby Green's 51* vs. Farnham, Jason Moore's 7 for 61 vs. Camberley, Henry Glynn's 55* vs. Chipstead and 52 against Malden Wanderers, Nick Stevens’ 100* vs. Farnham and Andrew Westphal's 3 for 25 vs. Spencer and 4 for 54 against Chipstead. A special mention must go to a trio of former EMCC colts who travelled back from university and made significant contributions throughout the season. Andrew Westphal (19 wkts), Nick Stevens (440 runs) and Robbie Heald (369 runs @ 61.5) can be very proud of the contribution they made to the side. In summary, it was an immensely successful season for the 1st XI who will be looking to build on its success by becoming a more permanent feature of the Premier League in the coming years. Overall 2015 was a mixed season for the 2nd XI, finishing joint 5th in the Premier league. The team got off to a strong start winning the first 4 games but struggled during the timed format, only managing one victory in those 9 games; however the team remained hard to defeat only losing 4 in this format. Availability was a consistent problem throughout the season, however members of the 2nd XI squad provided the 1st XI with much needed support during their successful quest for promotion. There were notable contributions with the bat from Ben Campbell who scored 459 runs. Greg Brown, Neil Campbell, Adam Potter and Phil Ellwood all contributed with more than 200 runs each. With the ball Jack Miller was the stand out bowler with 33 wickets (and a subsequent 17 in the 1st XI), taking his tally to 50 for the season. Elsewhere James Smith contributed with 20 wickets in a very small number of games. This was a season which started with plenty of promise but lost momentum as it went on. There is plenty to work on for 2016. East Molesey 3rd XI had a great start to the season winning the first 4 games which saw the team rise to the top of the table. Unfortunately, poor availability hampered the team during July and August resulting in the team fighting against relegation as opposed to promotion. There were a couple of key moments including two spectacular centuries from Mark Collins. These included a match winning unbeaten 155 against Normandy as well as a record breaking score of 171 against Cheam. The latter was one half of a monumental opening partnership of 325 alongside Chris Wood who scored 127*. With the ball, replacement captain Jamie Bentley topped the division with 27 wickets with 15 year-old Jay Odedra taking 16 wickets. Mark Collins finished the season being the division’s top run scorer with 686 in only 12 innings. The team will now look forward to next season and look towards fighting for promotion. This season again, the 4th XI introduced a number of colts to senior cricket. The youngest players came from the U10 age group with Surrey players Harry Porter and James Cake making excellent contributions with bat and ball. Exceptional fielding was demonstrated by all the colts who represented the team from U10- U17. This policy of encouraging the most talented youngsters to play senior cricket as soon as they are capable is starting to pay dividends as the 1st, 2nd and 3rd XIs can all boast exceptional players who got their first taste of senior cricket with the mighty 4s. Thank you also to those senior players, many of whom are seasoned campaigners, for their patience and for sharing their experience with the younger players.
62 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports EGHAM www.eghamcricketclub.co.uk Main Ground Vicarage Road, Egham TW20 8NP 01784 432998 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground RHUSG, Prune Hill, Egham, Surrey TW20 9NE Via captain 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Stefan Kaltner Richard Hall Matthew Tambling Tim Campbell Neil Herbert 07961 238551 07824 866805 07796 141951 07472 894607 07769 776738 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Bob Amon Carol Few Jamie Hamilton Virginia Robinson Alison Arraiol Adam Dix 07979 858139 07889 405866 07712 676769 07751 259074 07827 016852 07759 574795
The 1st XI built on a promising season last year to go one better and finish as Champions for 2015. This is the second season in three years the first team have been promoted as champions and shows that the club is moving forward and back to the level it should be playing. There were many memorable performances none more so than James Tindall’s unbeaten 160 vs. Addiscombe, which was a batting masterclass. David Risk provided a magnificent hundred against Horsley & Send in the opening game of the year to get the season off to the best start possible. Seven wickets by David Morris in the return fixture with Horsley & Send was a fantastic bowling performance which was a theme for Egham this year. With the best bowling attack in the league many important wickets were taken by Marlon Cornelius, Ryan Dennis and Matthew Hodgekinson. A special mention goes to Doug Naylor who took over 30 wickets this year and proved a vital cog to the Egham bowling attack. There were also some very important knocks and match winning innings by Chris Douglas, Chris Ray and James Sprackling. To all the players who played; congratulations and thank you for a great season. As always at Egham the support and work behind the scenes are second to none. Big thanks go to Debbie Beesley for her excellent scoring which is always done to perfection, Janet and the Bax clan for the best teas in the league and possibly the Surrey Championship and Paul Suckling, Mark Kaltner and Colin Beecheno for their tireless work on the ground throughout the year. Last but not least to Bob Amon and the Mains for their ever present support home and away. So from all the players and the captain ‘Thank You’ very much for all the support and backing you have given the team this year. Here is to a very successful 2015 and looking forward to 2016 and the chance to challenge in Division 2. 2015 was a very enjoyable summer for the 2nd XI; finishing third in what was a very competitive division behind promoted Cranleigh and Oxted & Limpsfield shows a great improvement after the previous summer’s disappointment. The batting was dominated by Max Hall whose brutal 645 runs contributed to many excellent team totals and Max’s trademark drive over extra cover will haunt many bowlers. On the bowling front, stalwart Jamie Hamilton led the way and with spin twin Brad Staight controlled the middle overs. Young seamer Michael Hawes took 25 wickets in his first full year including the remarkable feat of bowling 9 maidens in the limited over match vs. Oxted & Limpsfield. Other young players such as Harry Morris, Will Brown, Jamie Scudder and Matt Cooper all played their part throughout the summer and along with other juniors coming through the team hopes to see them all develop into consistent match winners next year. Egham was involved in some excellent games of cricket with every team in the division including a last ball defeat to CCWCC, a last over win against Dorking and a 1 wicket defeat to Sanderstead in the opening match being some of the best finishes you could ask for. Another notable feature of the season was the spirit shown between teams. Tough matches followed by a social chat afterwards is something that made the summer even more fun and made you look forward to the next match. The team is well looked after at Egham with great teas from Janet and her team, umpiring from Roger, scoring from Carol and groundwork from Paul, Mark and Colin; all are very much appreciated and thanks go to everyone who has helped get cricket on this year. Congratulations to the promoted teams and Egham looks forward to seeing familiar faces next summer. It’s been a mixed year for the 3rd XI but a very encouraging one in terms of youth development. Once again availability varied hugely across the season explaining the varied results. It can be described as a season of three parts, a strong start, an awful middle and a strong end. Youngsters Billy Herbert, George Hermon, Tegh Summy and Crawford Wilson all provided valuable runs and wickets; Herbert's improvement and excellent bowling performances being worthy of particular mention. Despite finishing in the bottom half of the table the team was always competitive in games. Back to back wins against Esher in the first half of the season left the side in a positive table position throughout the season. Charlie Newton topped the batting averages with 200 runs @ 25 (a top score of 58 in a match winning innings vs. Esher). Rohit Moudgil (115 runs @ 23), Stuart Turner (181 @ 18), Trevor Baldry (145 @ 24) and Billy Herbert (116 @ 17) all produced with the bat. Phil Robson topped the bowling averages with 25 wickets @ 14 apiece; 5 for 26 vs. Cranleigh being the highlight. In addition, Elliot Hook, Alex Lane and Rohit Moudgil all produced with the ball across the season. Praise should also go to Stuart Turner for his all-round batting, keeping and later bowling performances. Following a good start to the season, with two wins in the first three matches, Egham 4th XI was
63 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports optimistic of finishing well in the league. However the standard of opposition proved very strong all season and this, combined with the occasional poor availability of players, resulted in a very disappointing 9th, a repeat of the previous season. This aside, there were many positives during the season, particularly in the batting. Egham scored over 1,000 more runs than the previous season and the team’s score passed 200 on 7 occasions. The season’s highlight was a fantastic run chase of 275 to win. Individually the team recorded 11 half centuries and Egham finished the season scoring the highest number of batting bonus points of any team. In the bowling department, leading the way was Tim Campbell (27 wkts, best figures of 5 for 14). Bowling duties were shared throughout the team to ensure opportunities for the younger players to develop. This was reflected in the fact that 12 players finished the season with 3 wickets or more. Vice-captain and opening bowler Ed Comber bowled extremely well in the early part of the season before a bad knee injury in the outfield. Without this injury Egham could arguably have won more games and finished higher up the league. Individual recognition should go to: Connor Hawes who took 12 wickets and finished joint top scorer with 286; Guru Soundararajan also scored 286, took 5 wickets as well as 7 catches and 2 stumpings; Ram Bala hit a career best 87 and George Herman scoring 225 from just 6 innings before his well-deserved promotion to the 3rd XI mid-season. Some great displays in the 4th XI by the colts should hopefully encourage them to work hard and push for regular games in the 3rd XI in 2016. EPSOM www.epsomcricketclub.co.uk Main Ground Woodcote Road, Epsom KT18 7QN 01372 722487 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Alexandra Rec, Alexandra Road, Epsom KT17 4BU 01372 722487 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Phil Edwards Luke Hudson Paul Goodliffe Mahendra Patel Haidee Allen 07903 769612 07806 564052 07931 880577 0208 642 9119 07973 619884 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Tony Edwards Daniel Allen Will Moore Ajay Alva Nicola Davies Andy MacNab 07803 961104 07772 307755 07771 741743 07588 802325 07902 899772 07879 257841
A final position of 5th was a disappointing but fair outcome for a talented but inconsistent 1st XI. Top run scorer was Hudson with 445, Edwards and Batley had 3 half centuries each with 404 and 370 respectively. Wileman averaged 70 with three 50s and a faultless 114* amongst his 350 in 7 knocks. There were more half centuries for Zeb, Knapman and Randunu, with useful cameos from Moore and Rivers. New ball duties were shared by Somerford and Moore to good effect, Somerford’s devastating spell against Esher was a particular highlight. Overseas Randunu was top wicket taker with 41, leading a cavalcade of spinners, with Zeb and Knapman also producing some dangerous spells. Youngsters Tuck and Hughes always impressed in both performance and attitude. They look to be an exciting spin pair for the future. Promising debuts were made by all-rounder Kieron Page and wicketkeeper/bat Jake Bird; there will be more to come from both in future seasons. Other wicket keeping duties were shared by Baker, Zeb and Hudson, who all did a good job. Thanks to regular scorer Tony Edwards and his understudy Alex Minhinnick. Thanks also to the tea ladies who kept the team well fuelled. Congratulations to Walton and Ruts on their well-deserved promotions. During the winter months the club did manage to gain a number of new players who bolstered the club's strength in depth in addition to a number of older more experienced players committing to more consistent availability. At the start of the season the 2nd XI was therefore extremely strong, sweeping aside Beddington on the first day with Nasir Essa’s 68 and Greg Hughes 60. The team went from strength to strength notching up 8 out of 10 wins in the first half with other highlights being Andy Hewitson’s 160* against Bank of England, Simon River’s 71 vs. Old Ruts, Rob Lowe hitting a number of 50s (Spencer and Old Ruts), young spin king Luck Tuck’s 6 for 37 at Old Ruts, and a last ball finish to beat Spencer away with 2 wickets in the last over from Greg Hughes and an unbelievable catch also from Hughes when the game was in the balance. Unfortunately the side then suffered from some selection availability problems and a couple of injuries to key players that meant 3 losses. Heads did go down for a while but it was great to see a positive reaction on the return to the home ground led by a number of great performances, notably Matt Dunn who earned himself a 6 for 44 against Beddington and backed that performance up with miserly figures for the rest of the season, Rob Anderson’s consistency with the ball throughout, supported with the bat by Dan Berry (85 against Farnham) and consecutive 50s from opener Tom Nicholls who batted one innings right through meaning other more flamboyant players could push the score board on successfully. Being 3rd on the last day meant Epsom needed to win and rely on other results to earn an unexpected promotion. Luckily a strong performance backed by both Valley End and Spencer losing meant the team managed a great finish. The team had grown throughout the year and some of the younger members really stepped up meaning the side is ready again to take on the Premier League. Thanks to all the support from tea ladies and men with special mention to David Dulum the committed umpire and scorer Izzy Berry. Even though the season ended with relegation for the Epsom 3rd XI, it was a year with many positives. Although the team contained many new faces who had not played together, the first half of the season
64 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports resulted in some hard fought wins. However, the squad was unable to keep this momentum going forward into the second half of the season. Special mentions go to Jake Bird for scoring his maiden adult half century to go alongside his maiden adult hundred, and to Joe Gadilhe for his early season form with the bat. With the ball, Fred Retief and James Tuck both took important wickets. Thanks to all the players who turned out this season...onwards and upwards for 2016! Epsom 4th XI had another successful year with opportunities given to over 40 players, a number playing for the first time in adult games. Last year’s success meant that practically all of the youngsters from last season played in the 3rds and above. Luckily the balance of new and veteran players worked well together, performed admirably and created a fantastic team spirit. Notable performances included Abdul Ahmed's sparkling 92 and evergreen Sunderland’s 6 for 22! There were also 5 wicket hauls for Finchy and Hlobil. The star of the season though was Joey Burke who regained his mojo, rolled back the years and top scored with 359 making 3 half centuries in the process. The captain Mahendra could be relied upon to make tactically risky bowling changes and Honess was always available to revive team spirit (although always last to the bar!). Players to watch for in 2016 include Talha, Usman, Luca, Safeer and Minhinick. Thanks as always to scorers, umpires and Christine for her wonderful teas. Better availability, more juniors and the continued support of the adult section means that 2016 is going to be another great season! ESHER www.eshercc.co.uk Main Ground 47 New Road, Esher KT10 9NU 01372 462814 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Met Police Sports Club, Imber Court KT8 0BT 0208 398 1267 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors William Edwards Henry Witten Chris Burton N/A John Allbrook 07815 434003 07891 645849 07813 838025 07774 417235 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Geoff Ellis Matthew Sabben-Clare Geoff Ellis Jonathan Manuel Sue Da Vall Duncan Pauline 07879 485598 07799 583047 07879 485598 07803 855000 07912 757244 07905 915560
Following the disappointment of relegation in 2014, the 1st XI started the season with a lot of enthusiasm and the team welcomed new joiners Will Edwards and professional Shoaib Khan. The team started with a tough run of four away games in the first six and only had two bonus points to show for the first two games, falling short in run chases on both occasions despite some good performances, Shoaib scoring two of his eleven 50+ scores in the season (which included three centuries) and Richard Parsons taking a superb 5 for 29 against Dulwich. That was followed by a narrow home defeat with a few balls to spare against Old Rutlishians (Gill 58, Shoaib 5 for 48), then heavier defeats against Chessington and Walton after Esher posted below-par first innings totals in both games. Five games in a row without a win left the team in the relegation zone but things were turned round with a 6 game undefeated run that took the team to the relative safety of mid-table. Wins against Ashford, Cheam (Scott 5 for 15, Edwards 78), Dulwich (Matt Magennis 6 for 40) and Old Rutlishians (Scott another 5 for) and draws against Worcester Park (Alderson 56) and Purley. There were defeats against Chessington, Epsom, Purley and Walton in succession, throwing away a strong position in the Walton game to end up losing by one wicket after they were 100 for 7. Safety was then secured with a win against Worcester Park with lots of individual contributions, followed by a win against Ashford (Andrew McCallum from the U14s, 54*). A year of contrasting fortunes, with availability again proving an issue and 37 players used, but excellent showings from the younger members of the squad are cause for optimism. Thanks to all those who contributed, both playing and non-playing including scorer Brian Dunleavy and the panel of umpires. After last year’s triumph, the Esher 2nd XI had high hopes of continuing the run of form that saw them take Division 3 by storm in 2014. Unfortunately, that hope quickly turned to despair. The first three games of the season ended in defeat and although two of the games were winnable, poor fielding and batting prevented Esher winning. First up was Addiscombe, Esher slumped to 188 all out chasing 208. Next up was newly relegated Dulwich and they proved too strong, scoring 283 and Esher again failed to get past 190. Esher then travelled to Old Wimbledonians but again the opposition was too strong. The 4th game of the season saw the luck start to change. Woking visited and they were swept aside by some good bowling. Esher chased down 149 with the loss of only 5 wickets. The joy of the 1st victory was soon gone as somehow Esher managed to capitulate against Old Whitgiftians. Chasing 259 Esher were just 8 runs from victory with 4 overs to go but ended up losing the game, losing 5 wickets for 0 runs. The game against Purley was unfortunately abandoned. Esher then visited Cheam and made sure of victory through some good batting, scoring 268 and bowling Cheam out for 211. Esher then clocked up 3 losing draws against Dulwich, Old Wimbledonians and Woking and a loss against Worcester Park. These draws showed resilience in Esher just at the right moment, as Addidscombe and Trinity Mid-Whitgiftians would then fall victim to some good cricket from Esher. Although survival was in Esher’s own hands it looked precarious again after two defeats in a row against Purley and Worcester Park. Confidence was restored and survival sealed as Esher finished the season strongly with wins against Old Whitgiftians and Cheam. Season 2015 was a mixed bag for Esher 3rd XI, finishing the season in sixth place, one below last year.
65 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports There were some frustrating losses mixed in with some exhilarating victories. A number of games felt like they should have been won but were not, notably against Egham, Chertsey, Ripley and runaway league winners Ashford, to whom we offer congratulations. There were many positives. During the Ripley defeat it was impressive to watch the courage of Thomas Chandler, U13 and on debut in adult league cricket, appearing to go five rounds with Mike Tyson as the ball was biting around his ears off a seemingly good length - not a metaphorical backward step was taken. Midway through the season there was a run of three home wins where the team scored 280, 277 and 301. This sequence included watching Neil Fletcher score a dominating 110* to chase down 276 against Ripley and Chris Burton scoring a jug avoiding 97 run out, then skittling out Chertsey for 60 to win by 212 runs thanks to some tasty bowling from Ben Grubb, Adam Koep (with three wickets in his first over in adult cricket) and Angus Barrett (showing his father how to do it with figures of 4 for 4 from 3 overs!). In addition to the colts named above, debuts were given to Rory Matthews, Charlie Green, Will Sanders (please be injury-free next season!), Jack Fletcher and Marcus Jones - testament to the club’s incredible youth set-up run by Duncan Pauline, Sohail Ahmed and the various age group managers. Special mention should also go to various lieutenants including Craig Carson, Dimi Balasuriyar, Imran Khan, Faisy Malik, Awi Malik, Rashid Hafiz, Sanjay Behl, Richie Harrison and Neil Fletcher. Thank you for your help along the way. Overall there have been enough positives to ensure that season 2016 should be one of promise. FARNCOMBE www.farncombecc.com Main Ground Broadwater Park, Summers Road, Farncombe GU7 3BE 07891 443154 Power 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Matt Jaggard N/A N/A N/A Graham Ekins 07703 554147 07889 366528 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Trevor Jaggard Sharon Bray Trevor Jaggard Kevin Holcombe Davinia Dunn Sam Durrant 01252 782940 07825 704213 01252 782940 07764 422429 01483 428970 07773 691670 During the 2015 season a young Farncombe 1st XI again showed many positive signs of development. More competitive cricket was played against the stronger sides in the league compared to the previous season and the morale and spirit within the club again grew in unison with the developments on the field. Key contributions came from captain Matt Jaggard (482) which included a maiden 1st XI century and some ‘all killer no filler’ batting and the returning Derek Agge (383) who helped to form the foundations with the bat along with notable contributions from Ryan Luff, Adam Appleton and Ben Appleton. Luke Edwards once again led the attack with the ball claiming thirty one wickets in fourteen games; he was well supported by Daniel Graham, Lee Hudson and all-rounders Adam Appleton and Agge. The club is looking forward to 2016 and continuing the progress which has been made in recent years. FARNHAM www.farnhamcc.co.uk Main Ground Farnham Park, Castle Street, Farnham GU9 0AU 07591 987569 3rd XI Ground Crondall Rec, Croft Lane, Crondall, Hants GU10 5QG 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Tom Grimes Ian Thorpe Dan Jones N/A Tim Watson 07799 033145 07500 612608 07917 633460 07828 850557 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Geoff Thorpe Jackie Thorpe Tom Grimes Val Golding Juliette Lloyd Jamie Strachan 01252 718182 01276 474672 07799 033145 01252 725655 01252 714961 07760 886113
The season ended in grave disappointment for the 1st XI and relegation to the 2nd Division. Despite competing well in most games, Farnham was unable to capitalise at key moments and eventually a lack of runs and wickets led to the inevitable downfall. Wins against Chipstead and Camberley were highlights along with individual performances including maiden centuries for Jim Berry and Ciaran Rooney and some fine knocks from top run-getter Joel Walker. Rob Goldsworthy’s controlled bowling at the back end of the season deserves mention and George Dale remains an exciting prospect with the new ball. However, far too often these individual successes were unsupported by the team and the season was a salutary lesson reminding the players once again that it takes all eleven to win matches consistently. It is far from doom and gloom, though, as this was the youngest 1st XI ever and a squad made up of local talent. Team spirit remains high and the future of the club is looking in safe hands. The drop in division may well provide the opportunity for more youngsters to taste success and for the club to engender a winning mentality. There are big opportunities for players to perform at 1st XI level and the side looks forward to seeing the club develop in the coming years under new leadership as Guy Hicks steps down as captain. The 2nd XI had 2 wins and 2 losses from the opening four games which was followed by 9 weeks of frustration. Only 1 win in the time games when scoring 309 against leaders Epsom and 6 draws ensured the side was always hovering around the relegation zone. However 2 vital wins, one against eventual champions Spencer on the last day of the season meant the team retained its Div 1 status and finished in 7th position.
66 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports The runs were always in plentiful supply when batting first but chasing anything over 200 proved too much and is one aspect where the batting has room for improvement. George Hellyer was leading run scorer with 539 including five 50s. Both Ollie Godden and Ben Ungaretti made over 400 each. There were 100s from Nathan Thorpe and Jonny Matthews and an unlucky 99* for Russ Golding. Ian Thorpe was leading wicket taker with 21 victims. George Osborne and Robbie Goldsworthy both bowled well enough early season to secure promotions to the 1s. Many others contributed at vital times but perhaps the one pleasing development was that of Dom Lloyd who took his opportunities when given to consistently perform during the second half of the season. Overall with the talent on offer this team should have achieved a much better final league position but there is much to be optimistic about for 2016. Finally a special thanks goes to Mrs T (Mum) another full season on the book and to David Goldsworthy for umpiring 17 out of 18 games. Without their support the season would be even harder! A lesson to us all…. Five wins when it mattered showed that the 3rd XI could beat anyone but this was all too seldom. However, a team with 4-5 teenagers selected each week did well and can look forward to a bright future. Vital wins against Kingstonian, Egham, Cranleigh St Andrews and Ripley secured league safety and relied much on good performances with the bat. However, the team relied heavily on one or two batsmen to post a decent total. The bowling was acceptable but producing more consistent performances with bat and in the field with a more stable team must be the priority for 2016. Innings of the year goes to Jack Thomas with 139 against Esher; Alec Goldsworthy had a number of good innings and Dan Jones passed 50 to mark the first league win of the season. Dan and Toby Elstow shared a partnership of 183. This sparked Toby into fantastic form, hitting three 50s and numerous high not outs. Special mention to Ed Milton Seal who showed real potential and ability with bat, ball and fine fielding. Pete Goldsworthy opened the bowling consistently well with Toby Elstow and they were supported by Dan Jones, Jack Thomas, Hugo Cooper, Dan Peers and Matt White. Spin bowling guile was offered by Alec Goldsworthy and Tim Watson. Best bowling figures: Matt White 4 for 61 vs. Ashford and 3 for 20 vs. Ripley, Jack Thomas 3 for 22 vs. Egham, Ed Milton Seal 3 for 20 vs. Egham and Tim Watson 3 for 36 vs. Ripley. Overall, with the young talent on offer this team can achieve a better league position in the future and there is much to be optimistic about. Skipper Dan Jones has grown throughout the season and can look forward to playing at a higher level in 2016. Special thanks to Geoff Thorpe for umpiring the majority of the games throughout the season. GODALMING www.godalmingcc.co.uk Main Ground Holloway Hill Rec, Busbridge Lane, Godalming GU7 1QD 01483 417778 Power 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A John Milner N/A N/A Nick Clarke 07973 488692 07843 274967 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Helen Ross Gary Sewell John Milner Richard Tye Sarah Black Alasdair Brookman 07515 343228 07775 927611 07973 488692 07973 322238 07736 353196 07821 128041
Despite some commendable efforts, relegation was probably a fair reflection for a 1st XI side unable to string together consistent selection and, in turn, performances. Successfully defending a meagre 91 away to Battersea Ironsides was a memorable moment in an otherwise challenging season. However, following a drubbing at home by Chertsey on the opening fixture of the season, negotiating a tricky chase in the return leg to win by one wicket represented the team’s strongest collective effort of 2015. This fixture highlighted clear potential and character within a very young side but, sadly, stood out as the exception to the rule. The retirement of a number of senior faces and a blight of injuries undoubtedly contributed, but in truth, the need to draw on no fewer than 36 different players across the season ultimately left the team ill-placed to capitalise on the opportunities it was able to create within the more marginal games. Amid the selection turnstile, stalwarts George Stow, Nick Clarke and Dominic Dawson made decent contributions with the bat, the latter showing real promise in seizing an opportunity at the top of the order. Christian Hale, Monty Cox and Francis Johnson showed they are 1st XI players and will be keen to build on strong showings. The dependable Nigel Churaman continues to defy critics, and his body, bowling with control and guile. James Crowder, Olly Horne and Jonjo Conway also caused batsmen problems. In a tough season, thanks go to all players and also umpires, scorers, social members and families for their stoicism and continued enthusiasm. The team will reflect on some tough lessons but no doubt return galvanised for 2016 and keen to bounce straight back. A difficult season for the first team made it an even harder one for the 2nd XI, call ups to the firsts of regular second team players left both batting and bowling departments short. Add to this many younger players still away at university made the early weeks of the season very challenging. However, as availability became better and the team became more settled results began to improve, with the team winning four of the last five games to secure Surrey Championship status for another year. Bowling was the strong suit in the second team with young seamers Charlie Dukes and Torrin Davis making good use of the new ball, often taking early wickets at minimal cost. The stand out bowler however 67 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports was veteran Carsten Horne with a magnificent 36 wickets @ 14 supported by left arm spinner Gary Sewell whose dozen wickets cost a paltry 6 runs each. The batting was led by Stephen Anderson with 312 runs backed up by Scott Simpkins, George Dukes and John Milner who all scored over two hundred runs. Matt Sopp showed real promise in his seven games with his hard work and determination not to give his wicket away. A match winning 95 from vice-captain Nigel Churaman at Thames Ditton was also one of the high points of the season. Many thanks to Ali and Nick for scoring and John for sometimes umpiring. GUILDFORD www.guildfordcc.com Main Ground Woodbridge Road, Guildford GU1 4RP 01483 572181 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Stoke Recreation Ground, Recreation Rd GU1 1HQ Phone Captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Joseph Pipkin Henry Straw Jon Burrowes N/A Neil Garrett 07464 604479 07787 517520 07525 850150 07557 847171 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Robert Charles Chris Coombs Anthony Gamble Rob Sweet Charley Teale Chad Murrin 07711 139045 07723 999598 07816 499419 07770 831290 07906 051158 07767 224632
Despite ultimately finishing 7th in the league, 2015 was a relatively successful season for Guildford 1st XI. For a side that has battled with the possibility of relegation over the past two seasons, being well clear of that situation and looking up, instead of down, is something Guildford will look to build on in future seasons. The key was consistently picking up points throughout the season despite periods of back to back losses. There were a number of highlights, most notably doing the double over champions Sunbury but also coming out on the winning side of some very close, tough early games against Beddington and Leatherhead, which set up the season nicely. Not winning these games could have resulted in a very different season. Individually, Ben Jeffrey scored a very classy 145* at Beddington and Bradley Erasmus (who also excelled with the ball throughout the season) fell just short with a match winning 99* at Leatherhead as part of a respectable total of 450 runs. There were a number of noteworthy contributions from Lincoln Edwards, playing his first season as an overseas player. With the ball, there were two stand-out contributors; Duncan Selmes and Ollie Burts, who both only played half a season but still had returns of circa 25 wickets each. Ultimately it was a promising season with lots to build on for next year. A disappointing year for the 2nd XI resulted in last place and relegation from the Premier league to Division 1 on the second last weekend of the season. In truth it was a miracle that the team was still able to technically stay up that late into the season. The tone was very much set when the team lost 7 out of the first 8 games and only went on to win 5 games overall. The bowling was ably led by Chris Weill who took 32 wickets from 165 overs at an average of 21.66 and proved to be especially useful with the old ball. He was well supported by Sanjay Hundal who took 15 wickets from 75 overs @ 27.78 and Alex Sweet who took 12 wickets from 55 overs @ 19.35. However the bowling unit as a whole too often bowled boundary balls releasing pressure. The batting was too often weak and lacked discipline, losing wickets in clusters at vital times. Henry Straw scored 420 runs from 14 innings @ 38.18, Aqeel Iqbal 288 runs from 13 innings @ 22.15 and Ben Walter 218 runs from 6 @ 36.33. Ultimately the frustration of the season is that the team was relegated, not because there are bad players but the club could not get enough of the good players in the team at the same time. Guildford lost 2 stalwarts of the 2nd XI, albeit non-playing, in 2015. Ed Bailey moved to Somerset during the season and is enjoying scoring down there. Barry Williams also left for the West Country and the Club wish him all the best. In their place Martin Montgomery took over scoring and was a great addition to the team. Derek Morgan took over the majority of umpiring and was a friendly presence on the field, most noticeably doling out sweets to Guildford and opposition alike after wickets. Following a strong finish to 2014, the 3rd XI was optimistic going into 2015. Unfortunately, mainly due to lack of availability, the team struggled and it was again a season of two halves; the side only narrowly avoiding relegation by winning five from the last six matches. The season began strongly with two wins from the first three, unfortunately the last time the team experienced victory until 1st August beating East Molesey at home, thanks to Tim Walter’s 81, Sam Moldon’s 65 and figures of 19-6-29-5 from the skipper, Jon Burrowes. This kick-started the successful fight against relegation and included some fine team and individual performances. The batting was led by Tim Walter, who was backed up by some key performances, including a brilliantly paced 71 by Benji Thomas on an uneven deck at Dunsfold CC and Nathan Tilley’s maiden senior hundred, 122 at Brook CC vs. Cheam, which made batting look easy on a day when almost every other player struggled. It should be noted that Nathan scored 202 from only four innings at an average of 50.5. Mention also goes to Will Jenner – whose consistency brought him 207 runs from 12 innings – and Sam Moldon, who scored two fifties from four innings at an average of 49.33. On the bowling front, there were several standout performances; Will Jenner’s 5-16 vs. Ashtead, the skipper’s 5 for 29 against East Molesey and Zaf Iqbal’s 5 for 64 and Jonny Charles 6 for 19 both vs. Valley
68 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports End. In general, it was a team bowling performance over the course of the season, with Cameron Green taking 20 wickets, 19 from Nathaniel Brittany, and 15 from Will Jenner and Jon Burrowes. If the team can maintain a consistent line-up throughout 2016, of the quality it had towards the end of 2015, there is no reason why it cannot be challenging for promotion. GUILDFORD CITY www.guildfordcitycc.co.uk Main Ground Sutherland Memorial Pk, Clay Lane, Burpham GU4 7JU Phone Captain Power 3rd XI Ground Old Guildfordians, London Road, Guildford GU1 1TU 01483 300752 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Zafar Khan Chandra TBC N/A Stuart Brown Mutucumarana 07915 107523 07961 656592 07831 296050 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec C Mutucumarana TBC C Mutucumarana Jan Paton TBC Sue Brown 07961 656592 07961 656592 07764 605164 07876 724541
For the second successive year, Guildford City 1st XI proved themselves as the best side in Division 4. This was never a settled side however, as injuries, absences and Ramadan took its toll. Those second eleven players that came up supported the side well in achieving a position as League Champions. Captained by S Fuaad, the attack was led by long serving Sajith Dissanayaka. His quality leg spin rewarded him with 38 wickets at just 12 apiece. A Ahmed (23 wkts @ 19) and M Asif (20 @ 8.9) supported the attack well. K Jayasekera played part of the season and finished with creditable figures (10 @ 8.9). A Fernando, one of the leading wicket takers in 2014, hardly bowled as he carried an injury through most of the season missing a number of games. He did however contribute 469 runs at an average of 67. S Fuaad was equal top run scorer, also with 469 runs in 14 games. Other leading run scorers were, S Hussain (347 runs), S Dissanayakka (345), and M Asif (327). In S Fuaad’s absence, A Tayab captained the side to wins also contributing 150 runs with the bat. There were hundreds for A Fernando 119*, S Fuaad 113, M Asif 101* and S Hussain 103. A Ahmed added to his 23 wickets with 156 runs at an average of 39. The side finished with 325 points losing just one game. After the 2nd XI finished in a promotion spot in 2014, there were consequences for the Club following the League decision that the Club 1st XI should remain in Division 4. A number of players left and by winter the second eleven had just three players. Coaching, recruiting, persuasion and persistence finally paid off and by the fourth week of the season the club put together a very useful side of all-rounders. The side was captained by Chandra who drove an attacking brand of cricket, attempting to take the game away from opponents as quickly as possible. All the new players responded to their defined responsibilities and as the game plans were executed, the results flowed. Openers F Altaf (343 runs) and S Butt (424) gave the team good starts whilst P Ramanan scored 373 runs in just 9 games. Naveendra (384) and S Mohammed (277) kept the scoreboard ticking whilst Z Khan and D Malhotra all made valuable contributions in a strong batting line up. I Mazeez (27 wickets) and V Nadeshan (23) were the leading wicket takers, ably supported by P Ramanan (14), and S Butt (13). Everybody bowled and all the other bowlers chipped in regularly throughout the season. Special mention to R Khan who at 14 finished with a season average of 9.00! Also to A Zarrar, who epitomised the side’s attitude both on and off the field every week. The side finished as champions with 325 points, just two games were lost, one through a scoring error should have been a win! There were no draws but an exciting tied game vs. runners up Chessington. The 3rd XI had an up and down season with unavailability due to exams and Stuart Brown, who helps run this side, was hospitalized. The side still managed to finish in a respectable position and enjoyed the season. HAMPTON HILL www.hamptonhillcricket.co.uk 3rd XI Ground Carlisle Park, Wensleydale Road, Hampton TW12 2LY Phone captain For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Nally Fernando 07968 805243 Denis Jacobs Youth Cricket Trust An opportunity for aspiring young cricketers to apply for funding to further their cricketing development. For more information and how to apply please visit www.denisjacobsyct.org.uk or phone Matt Jacobs on 07899 846149 69 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports HAMPTON WICK ROYAL www.hwrcc.co.uk Main Ground Bushy Park, Park Road, Hampton Wick, Middx KT1 4AZ 0208 977 2378 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Imran Rashid Ian Collier Ed Charlton Alex Bilton Richard Cole 07530 555827 07816 880353 07848 028896 07795 143200 07553 484682 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Keith Nicholls Simon Jones Alex Jackson Paul Sayce Matt Kilner Rob Ritchie 07951 211996 07836 314029 07734 886504 07852 173639 07876 020503 07793 053598
The 1st XI had a disappointing season finishing 8th with only 5 wins. Having lost 3 key bowlers from 2014 the side struggled to bowl teams out or restrict their scoring rate. The skipper led from the front with 32 wickets @ 19.2 and he was well supported by Nomaan Ali and Iain Tong with 27 and 20 wickets respectively. The team lacked additional back up bowlers although youngsters Dan Kemp and Ed Charlton showed promise. The batting was an improvement on the previous season with Nomaan Ali (559 runs @ 32.9), Yasir Ahmed (448 @ 29.9) and Iain Tong (360 @ 30.2) being the most consistent. The highlight of the season included a 200 run opening partnership by Nomaan Ali and Adam O’Mahoney, both reaching 3 figures. There were good performances against top of the table Kingstonians, with a superb 70* from Zohaak Tughral turning defeat into a much-needed 2 wicket comprehensive win. The inconsistencies of the team were highlighted by a poor performance losing to bottom club Old Emanuel the week after beating Byfleet. For 2016 the team needs to find additional bowling resources and improve the fielding. This will take pressure off the batsmen who performed reasonably well in difficult circumstances. Congratulations go to Guildford City and Dorking who both had comprehensive wins against The Wick and the team looks forward to recommencing battle with old foes Staines & Laleham, Sanderstead and Weybridge Vandals. The 2nd XI began the season with a 1 run defeat at Chertsey and the team found themselves in the relegation zone after the first 8 games. However the return of skipper Alex Jackson from “working“ at the IPL and better availability saw the team win 8 of the last 10 games to finish a creditable 4th in Div. 4. Fawad Anis starred with both bat and ball scoring 336 runs @ 28.0 and taking 29 wickets @ 11.1. Highlights included a 100 from Sunny Singh at Kingstonians, 97 from Matt Rudolph at Chessington and Fawad Anis 6 for 33 against SinjunGrammarians. The most unlikely victory came at Alleyn where The Wick was 124 for 8 and 158 for 9 chasing 200. A marvellous innings of 57* from Hammad Shabbir saw the team home, scoring 46 of the 47 runs in the winning final wicket partnership. An encouraging season and with consistent availability in 2016 the team should be pushing for promotion. Like the 2nd XI, The Wick 3rd XI started the season poorly but, also like the 2nd XI, the arrival of a permanent captain, Harry Copeland, and better availability saw a change in fortune. The arrival of newcomers Ed Barney and Mike Suppitt strengthened the team who ended the season in 3rd position in Div. 2. The best performance was against previously undefeated Worcester Park as the team successfully defended a total of 144. There were no stars in the team but there were important contributions from Club President Graham Smith, Patrick McMullan and Dom Jones – the old and the young, as well as those previously mentioned. Again like the 2nd XI the team can see themselves in the mix for promotion in 2016. The 4th XI suffered their 2nd relegation in succession. Only 6 batting bonus points highlighted the problem resulting in a single win, against Sutton, all season. There was a disturbing lack of colts’ availability throughout the season, which added to the selection problems. However the club did manage to field a team for the vast majority of the league fixtures. Thanks go to Will Taylor for stepping up to captain the side in the 2nd half of the season. Hopefully by returning to the regional league this will improve availability and if nothing else it will reduce the club’s carbon footprint!! Thanks to Dave Bartle Wilson for the excellent teas and umpires Stephen Riley and Keith Nicholls. In addition a big thank you to Graeme Tong who worked tirelessly ensuring the Club could field 4 teams. HASLEMERE www.haslemerecc.co.uk Main Ground Haslemere Rec, Old Haslemere Road GU27 2NN N/A Power 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Leigh Thayre N/A N/A N/A Ian Futcher 07766 021119 07789 900930 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Michael Walsh Laurence Coady Michael Walsh Jon Larby Andrew Hastilow Laurence Coady 07729 576166 07767 701241 07729 576166 07771 873295 07966 210329 07767 701241 This is the Club’s first season in the Surrey Championship. HORSELL RED LION www.whcc.org.uk See Woking & Horsell 5th XI for Club Details.
70 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports HORSLEY & SEND www.horsleyandsendcc.co.uk Main Ground Twinn’s Field, Off Ripley Lane, West Horsley KT24 6JS 01483 285322 Power WiFi / S 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Mohammed Kapadia Brian Berthoud N/A N/A Richard Jones 07432 480107 07825 751157 07960 417946 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Peter Reynolds Mike Mickleright Veronica Parr Mike Tooke Ian Mair Peter Reynolds 07831 334713 07500 877399 07944 755221 07778 255921 07970 823409 07831 334713
For Horsley & Send 1st XI the rebuilding process following relegation the previous year, was set in motion with the promotion of Mohammed Kapadia as leader of the 1st XI. With only three players available from the 2014 side, players from the 2nd team had to step up to the challenge. After two very creditable wins out of the first four games the side started to perform as a unit. By mid-season the team was placed in the top four but with inexperience among the ranks the team could not hold this position and ended up 6th. The side thoroughly enjoyed its cricket and 7 players played every game. The notable performances were Jamal Khan who took 40 wickets and scored 350+ runs, Vikram Singh scored 506 to top the team run score chart, with Guarav Kapoor (485) and Mehran Salim (390). The 2016 objective is to get promoted back into Division 2. Thanks to Mike Catt for preparing excellent pitches all season and to Veronica Parr for scoring for the team. The Club saw the opportunity of the previous year’s relegation to promote “en bloc” to the 2nd XI its home grown senior colts 3rd team, under the stewardship of Brian Berthoud, to compete in the Surrey Championship for the first time. Throughout the season the side comprised a minimum of 8 players aged under 18 and by the end of the season, two of them, Callum Black and Jared Hunt were in the 1st team! School activities often affected availability and in total 14 or so youngsters were rotated. The experience in the side was provided by the skipper, opening bat Nigel Angus, Ben Hook and Vinil Vijayan. All in all, a very satisfactory season, boding well for the future as youth held its own and with more experience may have won three more games. In what was very much a team effort, Dan Collett’s bowling and Tim Ozanne’s and Luke Trimming’s batting were consistently impressive for their age. Thanks to Peter Reynolds for umpiring and to Mike Catt for producing excellent sporting pitches. KEMPTON www.kemptoncc.play-cricket.com Main Ground Kempton Avenue, Sunbury, Middx TW16 5NG 01932 785237 Power 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Harjot Singh Allan Inwood Billal Aziz Steve Wanigesekera Steve Crossley 07714 451668 07788 208045 07718 206370 07743 853746 07850 775782 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Steve Smith Celia Mackay Mark Hull Dylan Richards Steve Crossley Trevor Warne 07721 844676 07724 085710 07976 234042 07906 135998 07850 775782 07795 681099
The 2nd XI season began with a narrow two-run victory over Godalming when a defeat seemed more likely, then a loss to local rivals Old Hamptonians. With an away win at Lingfield followed by defeat to Horsley & Send when severely depleted, the team needed to find some consistent form. Four wins in the next five games saw slow progress up the league table. Nevertheless, following a defeat at Battersea Ironsides in mid-July and a winning draw against Lingfield, when all results were possible until the final ball, promotion was still a way in the distance. The team then found its best and most consistent form, with four straight wins, before another defeat by Battersea meant that wins were required in the last two games to secure promotion. These wins were comfortably achieved, leaving Kempton runners-up. This was an outstanding achievement by everyone who played for the 2s and a great team effort. Congratulations to Battersea Ironsides who finished top by seven points. Richard Warne led the batting with 472 runs @ 43, followed by Allan Inwood (296 @ 27), Don Taylor (250 @ 28), Gary Porter (237 @ 24) and also Vishal Singh (213 @ 30). The bowling was the side's strength, Trevor Warne taking 25 wickets @ 12, assisted by Chris Page (23 @ 10), Steve Crossley (16 @ 13) with Jon Bateson also taking 15 wickets. With the 2016 season just around the corner, the team hopes the success story will continue. A few more colts looking to break through into the 2nd XI and the welcome return of Tam Welagedara, means that 2016 could be another good year, particularly with the 1st XI again playing Surrey Championship cricket. Captain Allan Inwood thanks Roy Beard for umpiring, Ian Haddow for scoring, June Inwood and Karen Miah for their wonderful teas and Frank Hammett for preparing one of the best wickets in the league. 2015 was a challenging season for the 3rd XI. Despite having a good side out each week on paper the only highlights were the away win against Esher, the double over Farnham and the tied game at Egham. Captain Dyan Richards thanks all those who appeared regularly for their persistence. Credit with the bat is due to Wayne Morgan (398 runs @ 33), Malcolm Burt (266 @ 27), Vignesh 71 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Ramachandran (195 @ 39) and Bellal Aziz (180 @ 20) and among the bowlers to Aziz (18 wickets @ 23, including 5 for 61 vs. Kingstonian) and Morgan (10 @ 15). Thanks also to the tea ladies for their sterling efforts and to groundsman Frank Hammett. The 4th XI made a slow start, having to wait until late June for its first victory. Three successive wins in August ensured a mid-table finish, with a record of six wins, two losses and ten defeats. Captain Steve Wanigesekera led from the front, with 433 runs @ 48, 28 wickets @ 19 and eight catches. Si Arscott (406 @ 31) also contributed consistently including 88 vs. Epsom and performed well behind the stumps (10c, 2s). There were cameos by Rohan Scott (159 vs. Old Wimbledonians) and Lee Hodgson (98* at Egham). Harry Taylor (11 wickets @ 20) and Simon Pipe (10 @ 18) bowled well without necessarily getting the results they deserved. The team will hope to improve on this performance in 2016, particularly if availability is more consistent. Wanigesekera would like to thank all those within the Club who contributed to the side being able to enjoy its cricket in 2015, notably the tea ladies, groundsman and chairman of selectors. KINGSTONIAN www.kingstonian.play-cricket.com Main Ground KCSG, Windsor Avenue, New Malden KT3 5HA 0208 949 8733 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Amir Hussain Kash Ali Neel Patel N/A N/A 07930 565666 07889 501765 07949 758460 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Graham Ross Rupert Sutton Rupert Sutton Phil Jonker Geoff Phillips Terry Jacobs 07976 166220 07821 080373 07821 080373 07961 031270 07710 459193 07538 868243
This season was a big improvement on 2015 for the 1st XI, with the team finishing fourth as two defeats in the final four games of the season ended the outside chance of promotion. In addition, the team also reached finals day of the T20 competition, the only team outside of the Premier Division to do so. Despite this success, the most dramatic and memorable game of the season saw the team tie against Cobham Avorians, putting on 61 for the last wicket to earn the tie. Outstanding individual performances during the season included Imran Khalid’s 153 as part of a massive 436 total to beat Old Emanuel, and Sajid Ali, whose 102 enabled a recovery from 99 for 6 to post 301 and go on to beat Farncombe. Raza Sikander was the most consistent batsman throughout the season, scoring over 500 runs, including two centuries, at an average of 37, as well as contributing 18 wickets, while Haroon Ashfaq also passed 500 runs. Nadeem Shan was the outstanding bowler, with 20 wickets at an average of 11, but Imran Khalid also added 21 wickets at 19 alongside nearly 500 runs – showcasing the all-round potential of the team for next season. Following back to back promotions, the 2nd XI went into the season with high expectations. This was the first time in the club’s history a 2nd XI had been registered to play in Division Four of the Surrey Championship but it was to turn out to be a disappointing season. The objective set out for the team had been to try and maintain form and to replicate the excellent performances of the previous seasons. This was always going to be a difficult task, especially after losing some of its top performers from 2014 and the team struggled from the very first game; finding it tough to get going and losing its first three games. Two wins against Maori Oxshott and Chessington followed, driven by Kamran Khan’s excellent 6 for 9 and fifties from Taha Siddique and Kash Ali but just one win in the next six games saw the team drop down the table. Two wins against Maori Oxshott and SinjunGrammarians saw the team arrest this slump, with a final day win against Alleyn ensuring the season finished on a high. There were some decent performances along the way, with Rahul Reddy (358) and Rohit Saeed showing some form with the bat, while Sikander Khan (19 wickets), Zain Khan (19) and Wajid Mehmood (17) all stood out with the ball. Despite the disappointment of finishing eighth in the league, this team still has a lot of potential and hopes to change things around in 2016. The 3rd XI season was one for the squad to use experience to consolidate themselves in the league. The season started off with a narrow loss to Ripley but soon proved fruitful, with the team doing the double over Kempton and Egham, followed by a win against Esher. Tom Sanger and Shashank Modi led the charge in the bowling department with some tight and destructive spells, while Chirag Patel brilliantly balanced his batting with his dual role of keeping wicket with some excellent half centuries (60, 53 and 58) in these winning causes. Chirag’s best knock was his 88 against Esher which also included Peter Kent’s 6 for 15 to help the team complete a win in a rain affected game. The team produced an outstanding fielding performance against Chertsey only to falter in the run chase against some tight bowling and the next two results could have been different if one more wicket had been taken in very tight games. Milan Patra’s 57 led the way to a well-deserved win against Chertsey, while Zoheb Khan’s all round display of 60* and 3 for 20 saw the team achieve victory against champions Ashford, finishing the season in a respectable 5th position. Bowling was a strong point with Peter Kent (30 wickets), Neel Patel (20) and Tom Sanger (13) well supported by Rupert Sutton, Rehan Mughal and Ken Kalaravy. Without a settled batting line -up, Chirag Patel scored 398 runs in 11 matches at a healthy average of 40 followed by Peter Kent (299) and Phil Jonker (258), with Jonker’s 98 off 57 balls against Ripley undoubtedly one of the finest innings in a losing cause. With new recruits and club players waiting in the wings, the squad is looking forward to 2016.
72 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports LEATHERHEAD www.leatherheadcc.co.uk Main Ground Fetcham Grove, Guildford Road, Leatherhead KT22 9BL 01372 375203 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Phone captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Matt Laidman Damon Robinson Lewis Higgs N/A John Friend 07539 607587 07766 738956 07952 903364 07905 371817 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Jamie Mead Matt Roberts Peter Ashdown Michael Roberts Vicki Garton Katharine Coombs 07973 452446 07889 459810 07774 229400 07710 752983 07971 606803 07809 215365
A turbulent year for Leatherhead 1st XI unfortunately saw them relegated to Division 1. Amongst the poor results there were some individual and team performances to carry forward into the 2016 season; with the bat most notably - Michael Nicol (614 runs at an average of 38) and Matthew Laidman (554 runs at an average of 36) and with the ball - Michael Ritchie with 29 wickets at an average of 19, best of 5 for 53. The team fought throughout the season competing against all sides in the league but unfortunately narrowly losing in tight games, to Guildford by 3 runs, Sunbury by 2 wickets and Wimbledon by 6 runs. Although a poor season results wise, there are many positives that can be taken into 2016. The squad looks forward to next year, building on the strong core of young players to help regain Premiership status. For Leatherhead 2nd XI it was a year of ups and downs. The season started with the ambition of a mid- table finish. After a 9 wicket win over Normandy and amassing an astonishing 374 against Guildford in a 90 run win, this looked very realistic. The team finished with five wins from the limited overs games, only Reigate securing more. However, the downfall came mid-season during the declaration games missing an extra bowler to secure those vital 24 points. The team ended up drawing six and not winning any. As a result, the 2nd XI narrowly missed out on safety by 8 points after fighting right to the end, showing great team spirit. There were a number of highlights. Batting; Matt Baker finished as leading run scorer with 570 runs, whilst Simon Roberts scored 443 runs from just 7 games with both having the remarkable feat of averaging over 70. Michael Wakefield (439) and David Baker (386) both chipped in with valuable innings; the side had four batsmen in the league’s top 10 leading run scorers. Bowling on the other hand lacked consistency, relying on moments of brilliance such as Wes Hayes’ hat trick against Reigate. Alex Waterman and Matt Weller both took 3 wickets in the first over of an innings. Alex bowled exceptionally well after university and will be pushing for more games in the 1st XI in 2016. Mention must also go to Michael Wakefield finishing with a creditable 30 wickets as a result of his mystery spin. As the season ended there was a feeling of what might have been. However, 2016 gives an opportunity to bounce straight back with a lot of exciting talent coming through the colts system. The team thanks ever reliable scorer Derek Baker and the umpires and tea ladies for taking time out of their Saturdays to help out. When the 1st and 2nd XIs are struggling for players you can bet your bottom dollar that the 3rd XI will be even worse off. So it was for Leatherhead’s 3s. Another disappointing season with constant Friday night/ Saturday morning call ups meant that another bottom-placed finish was all but guaranteed. The season began brightly with 3 wins from the first 6 games, with Waqas Ahmad (84) and Damon Robinson (64) top scoring in a season high total of 289 against an under strength Dorking and Joel Friend hitting a classy 94 against Chessington. The team performance of the year came at home to SinjunGrammarians where John Slevin (62) and Ahmad (74) guided the Tanners to an impressive 224 before Paul Dolan, Ahmad and Lewis Higgs took 3 wickets each to clinch a 93 run win. Without a win from 13th June, the rest of the season was all about getting 11 players on the pitch. A low- light was a dreadful game played on the dangerous pitch at The Ring away to Merstham that lasted only 37.1 overs in total and was perfectly summed-up by the final 3 balls of the Leatherhead innings which hit a similar length: the first 2 hit the batsman in the head and the 3rd rolled along the floor to bowl him! Dolan was the star man with the ball, taking 30% of the team’s total wickets, which earned him the Player of the Year award. Ahmad shone with both bat and ball in his debut season, scoring 363 @ 40.33 and contributing 12 wickets @ 18.50. Some good performances from youngsters like U17 Joel Friend and U14 leg-spinner Aidan Hayes kept the team going but perhaps the biggest achievement of the season was getting together a core team of players and supporters that could be relied on to turn up regularly and provide the best teas in the division when playing at home.
73 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports LINGFIELD www.lingfield.play-cricket.com Main Ground Godstone Road, Lingfield RH7 6BW 01342 834269 Power WiFi 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A Nick Dodd N/A N/A Robert Mitchell 07733 178679 07767 231504 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Stephen Fallowell Jan Robertshaw Neil Wallace Graham Green Neil Henderson Neil Wallace 07769 881445 07779 251854 07732 841769 07787 567227 07941 783383 07732 841769 2015 was the debut season as a club in the Surrey Championship with the 2nd XI taking their place in Division 5. Following the title winning season in 2014 expectations were high and at the end of May the 2nd XI was in contention for another promotion with 3 wins out of 4. Another 3 wins followed in June and with 2 more in the first 2 games of July promotion looked a real possibility. However, this is when the wheels came off as only 2 more wins followed and the 2nd XI had to settle for a respectable 5th place finish. With all 3 of the Batty family hitting 200+ league runs 2016 probably depends on whether their availability remains positive. While discussing batting, a special mention goes to Nick Dodd who was the only 2nd XI player to hit a league hundred during 2015. In regards to the bowling the 3 players to make stand out contributions were George Obrey, Michael Webster and Paul Langton. As a club, the aim for 2016 will be to see the 1st XI join the 2nd XI in the Surrey Championship but there is no doubt that the 2nd XI will be trying to stay one step ahead by winning promotion to Division 4. MALDEN WANDERERS www.maldenwanderers.play-cricket.com Main Ground 20 Cambridge Avenue, New Malden KT3 4LE 0208 942 0685 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground TBC 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors James Wackett Sean Keyes TBC Steve Morgan Michael Jacobs 07947 775057 07949 333013 07877 568721 07855 123579 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Michael Burns David Bateman James Wackett Franziska Marks Caroline Lavender Jonathan Marks 07714 244221 07765 254918 07947 775057 0208 942 5359 07984 342323 07760 192076 2015 was very much a season of two halves for the 1st XI. The first was characterised by consistently good team performances and a never-say-die attitude typically associated with successful Malden Wanderers’ teams. A very consistent bowling attack was the foundation for this success but promotion hopes were dashed mid-season, with consecutive losses in four closely fought matches. After that, performances dipped, with the second half of the campaign bringing only one outright win. Team spirit never wavered but confidence was low and at times performances were well below potential, particularly with the bat. Finishing seventh in the first division was slightly disappointing but there were a number of positives on which to build for next season, not least a number of excellent individual performances. Alex Butler played some wonderful innings opening the batting, the highlight being his century against Banstead. Cil van der Merwe, in addition to setting consistently outstanding standards with his wicket-keeping, played many exhilarating attacking knocks, including 86* off 63 balls against Camberley. While a number of bowlers excelled at various points, the standout performer was 16 year old Rafeh Jafri, who demonstrated excellent skill in swing and seam bowling in every game he played; his 7 for 39 against Chipstead was a pleasure to behold. Rafeh also got his first taste of Surrey 2s action and played for the England Schools Cricket Association against the MCC. More opportunities are sure to come his way in 2016. He was supported throughout the season by Kevin Boudville, Will Riley and Giles Puckle, who all put in a number of excellent performances. There was the usual fantastic support for the first team this year but special thanks to Mike Burns during his first year as Chairman. The 2nd XI season could easily be described in traditional sporting clichés: occasionally expected but often unforeseen victories, a tie, draws and losses throughout a tough summer. An eighth place finish retained the club’s Premier League status for 2016; no more than the minimum expectation. A promising start in the ‘overs’ fixtures was followed by a struggle to consistently challenge high class opposition throughout the ‘time’ format, before the season culminated in a last-minute win over Guildford, minutes before rain threatened to bring eight top-flight years to a premature end. Disappointments aside, there were many noteworthy performances. Reborn opener Spencer Stephens led the way with a return of 383 runs, in addition to many invaluable bowling performances. Kevin Boudville’s mastery of left- arm orthodox finger spin reaped in excess of 50 combined 1st and 2nd XI wickets and he richly deserves every accompanying accolade. Resolute opening batting from Paul Barford supported Spencer nicely at the top and much promise was shown from Harri Aravinthan and Richard Croney, particularly later in the season. Joe Lavender’s miserly economy rate included 10 overs for 9 runs against Leatherhead and his dismissal of a former international and Wimbledon opponent was a tremendous highlight. Khayam Shakeel was the 74 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports side’s most consistent seamer and Ben Flux delivered some devastating spells of fast bowling late in the season, including a match-winning 4 for 43 against Guildford. On that subject, Tom Long’s wonderful six- wicket haul against Sunbury also falls comfortably into that category. We have a lot of talented bowlers but 2016’s prospects will be determined by the team’s ability to consistently deliver as a batting unit. Many thanks to all those involved on and off the pitch for a season played with an unstinting attitude, commitment and in excellent spirit. Congratulations are extended to skipper Jonathan Gale and Reigate Priory as deserved league winners. A first season back in the Premier League brought a baptism of fire for the 3rd XI, with matches against Wimbledon, Reigate Priory and Weybridge in the first four games, all of which were lost. However, as availability improved so did results; five straight victories left the side sitting second at the half-way point of the season. Unfortunately, wildly fluctuating availability meant a regular see-sawing of fortunes, when extremely strong, opponents were put to the sword, when significantly weaker, the opposite occurred. While there were a number of lows there were many highs. Andy Martin, in his first season as a Stag and stalwarts Marc Angel, Harry Beeston and Jak Luxford produced memorable performances: Marc’s 151 against Sutton was a particular standout. Other notable contributions came from Dan Hammond, Matt Elcox, Liam Gardner, Harri Aravinthan and Jack Morgan. James Edwards always looked classy and once he gets going will score lots of runs. When on song, fielding was exceptional as in the home victory over Dulwich. The side also welcomed a number of youngsters into the team with no fewer than seven under 14s representing the side: the attitude and ability of these boys augurs well for the future. The fielding and confidence of Harry Williams in particular was great to see. Many thanks to everyone who played, Liz for the teas, Andrew the groundsman and Mike Burns and Clive Roberts for helping to provide good pitches to play on. Congratulations to Sunbury on winning the league. Although the gap between runners-up Wanderers 4th XI and champions Walton was a healthy 39 points, it was far from a full indication of a fantastic season in which all expectations were surpassed. Not that those expectations had been high, 2014 yielded one victory in 18 attempts. Yet 2015 opened with seven straight successes, the first a hugely unlikely 101-run win at Walton, thanks to Tony Rodway-Brown’s 101, which transformed a distinctly unpromising 16 for 6. Victory there gave a young side stacked with promising bowlers hope that anything was possible. There were many positive points in a memorable campaign, this was a 4th XI with resolve; the youngsters, in particular 17 year-old Jonny Hammond (who moved from batting at six to opening and just missed a maiden ton in the penultimate game at East Molesey), Sam Gerrard, Huw Morris and Jesper Winn (all 14) blossoming as the season progressed. These young guns were supported by swing-king Adam Barlow (32 wickets @ 10.03) and senior figures such as the evergreen Alan Wood (43* and 6 for 15 at Egham) who remains the consummate sporting role model for young and old alike. It was a division that with the odd exception played in a refreshing manner, rightly recognising what this league is about: a healthy mix of young and old enjoying themselves and respecting the game. The matches against Old Wimbledonians especially were played in terrific spirit. Having beaten Walton in both games, dismissing them for just 64 second time around, their walkover against a team who had beaten Malden Wanderers by three runs the preceding week was tough to take with just two games left. Ultimately that result, and a couple of slip-ups where inexperience or a harder nose might have got the team over the line, meant promotion was not forthcoming. That said this year’s close call will make the boys, a year older and wiser, even more determined next season. MAORI OXSHOTT www.maori-oxshott.co.uk Main Ground Steels Lane, Oxshott KT22 0RF 01372 843652 WiFi 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Neil Driscoll Tony Murphy N/A N/A John Watkins 07976 963188 07717 434773 07740 091633 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Christopher Nicolle Julie Brooker George Depree Linda Shaw Steve Saker George Depree 07789 397832 07976 157571 07810 070750 07778 828475 07947 364777 07810 070750
The 1st XI enjoyed a good year although the saying ‘what could have been’ is one that can be applied but the club can be pleased with the great improvement seen. The season got off to a great start with a 2 wicket win against Stoke D’Abernon before three last over defeats halted things, something that would be a regular theme over the course of the season. Performances improved with an excellent result at would be promoted Sanderstead and an excellent win on a poor, wet wicket at Battersea Ironsides. That was followed by a 3rd win on the bounce against Chertsey in a quite extraordinary end where with 7 wickets in hand and 5 runs to get in 6 overs, everyone thought victory was on the bounce. The team eventually got the runs off the last ball; losing 5 wickets for 1 leg-bye in 5 overs! Form dipped for the next 8 games as a result of a lack of consistent availability and on many occasions having 7 or 8 first choice players out of the team. Good wins came against Godalming and doing the double against Stoke D’Abernon, batting 2nd on a poor, dry, spinner- friendly wicket. Guy Harper and Henry Thorpe, both under 20, played match winning innings in both games.
75 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports The loss to Chertsey pretty much ended any hopes of promotion, although wins against Godalming and Battersea Ironsides ensured a comfortable finishing place. Club captain Harper was comfortably the highest run scorer in the league and the 6th highest in the overall Surrey Championship, an excellent achievement considering the number of high quality batsmen there are in the leagues. The team also had the 2nd and the 3rd highest wicket taker in the league with Matt Hutcheon and Steve Saker taking 40 and 38 wickets respectively. Overall, with a few new players and better availability, a promising 2016 awaits for MOCC. Maori Oxshott 2nd XI saw another season of rebuilding. Having experienced some difficulties in fielding a full side in the early weeks of the season, the position improved as the summer advanced, thanks principally to a number of returning players and to increasing participation by younger players graduating from the Club’s fast growing colts programme. Although results continued to be adverse, the young players steadily got to grips with the standards required in playing senior cricket and the introduction of the bonus points system meant that there was always something to play for. There was one highlight and that was a blistering 125 from Mike Jarrett in a game where the team eventually lost by 7 runs, the closest the team came to winning a game. Thanks to Jon Ryan, Tony Murphy and George Depree for skippering the team in what were difficult circumstances; there is light at the end of the tunnel and the future is bright.
MERSTHAM www.mersthamcc.co.uk Main Ground The Pavilion, Quality Street, Merstham RH1 3BB 01737 645485 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground The Ring, St Johns, Redhill RH1 6QE 01737 645485 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A Richard Feist Mark Robson Ian Lamont Simone Murrough 07896 114068 07920 840768 07719 391179 07881 883701 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Graeme Attridge Carole Pearce Jason Drewett Chris Clayson Graeme Attridge Nav Saeed 07764 762572 01737 213654 07960 614262 0208 395 8378 07764 762572 07900 187926
This was an above average season for the 3rd XI. Being in the top 3 for virtually the whole season was quite unexpected! Stand out performances of the season were Bobby Sharp taking 23 wickets for next to nothing!, John Coleman with 21 wickets, vice-captain Ben Carter knocking up 213 runs and the outstanding Asim Ashraf accumulating an impressive 265! This was backed up by the incredible fielding of Struan Clark Highlights of the season were 2 thrillers against Thames Ditton and the train game vs. Chessington! A successful and enjoyable season! Many thanks to Chessington for their outstanding hospitality. Last year, the skipper of the Merstham 4th XI predicted an improvement for the 2015 season and so it proved to be with 7 wins and 2 draws resulting in 4th place in the league and the most successful season in the team’s history. A united and competitive spirit grew within the players and so did playing ability with several players ending up near the top of the batting, bowling and fielding stats for the division. Kashif Noon hit 387 runs, new skipper, Tony Rickards took 20 wickets and 7 fielding catches and Rob Wood topped the league keeping with 7 catches. Vice-captain Bharat Sahani hit 207 runs and took 12 wickets in an all-round performance to earn the Player of the Season award. Several younger players played for the 4s and hopefully enjoyed the experience of first time adult cricket. Notable amongst these was Hamza Ali who scored 100 runs and bowled with good pace and control and will be an asset to any team he plays for in the future. The key part of this season was that the home team began to control the difficult Ring wicket and did not just leave it to the opposition to score runs on it. The batting of the team improved so much that only once did they score under 100 runs, with a top score of 197 a fantastic achievement compared to previous years. The other clubs in the league will be glad to hear that ground improvements have begun and the 4s will build on this year’s strong foundation to be a competitive unit. Thanks to all the players who turned out and put up with the, at times ‘flaky’, captaincy. MITCHAM www.mitcham.play-cricket.com 3rd XI Ground Dundonald Rec, Dundonald Road SW19 3QH Phone captain For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Martin Gouma 07554 833976
2016 SC Annual Subscriptions £461.00 - Premier Division - 1st XI £359.00 - Division 1 - 1st XI £282.00 - Divisions 2, 3 & 4 - 1st XI £103.00 - Division 5 - 1st XI nd rd th £67.00 - All 2 and 3 XI Divisions £62.00 - All 4 XI Divisions Please note: SCB affiliation fee will be added to the above figures for all 1st XIs. The Twenty20 entry fee will also be added for clubs outside of the Premier Division who have applied to take part. 76 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
NORMANDY www.normandy.play-cricket.com Main Ground Normandy CC, Hunts Hill Road, Normandy GU3 2AH 01483 811519 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Howard Grice Leon Robinson Michael Collins Phillip Hodgson Melanie Cook 07894 866968 07954 431288 07768 006248 07734 052791 07812 797864 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Shelly Jones Russell Home Peter Scott Andrew Hemingway Jill Scott Mark Rosser 07771 558575 07780 685560 07572 778637 07917 834410 01252 311294 07941 259309
Following promotion back to the Premier League for the 2015 season, the 1st XI surprised many with their efforts which saw them finish 2nd. This was a debut season in the Premier for most of the young side that had won the Division 1 title the previous year making their final league position even more impressive. A huge factor in the team’s success this year was the ability for at least one team member to step up when required and put in a match winning performance. Although there were some excellent returns from the aforementioned players, it was a mark of the team’s strength and depth that every player was capable of turning a game around when the situation dictated. There were standout performances from Vignesh Venkateswaran (48 wickets @ 13.8) including three 5 wicket hauls, Ian Prowse (543 runs @ 41.7 and 15 wickets @ 26.7) and Olly Batchelor (552 runs @ 34.5). Howard Grice, Will Harris and Nathan Sowter all cleared 300 runs and Chris Jones filled the all-rounder spot and grabbed a hat-trick in a 5-wicket haul against Guildford. Jeremy Maher (18 wkts @ 18.6) joined the squad after the first 8 games and with his pace and bounce helped the team go on to win 10 out of the 11 following games, a wash out at Reigate Priory prohibited the chance to record victories against every side. The culture and work ethic that has been developed over recent seasons, as well as the opportunities given to young players, began to bear fruit for the club in 2015. The challenge for the team will be to continue the hard work in 2016 when the side aims to repeat and improve on their 2015 performances. Special thanks must once again go to all the club members who have worked tirelessly behind the scenes to help the on field success of this team. The 2nd XI continued its pledge to offer young players opportunities to develop and maintained its Premier League status into the bargain, finishing a creditable 5th with 6 wins. The batting was dominated by the more senior players with Ross Skidmore leading the run tally with 368, Dave Jones, Jayanth Ganaptahy and Andrew Hemingway all topped 250. However, the performances of George Mackenzie (229 runs @ 46) and the brutal Charlie Young (229 @ 29) showed they are genuine 1st XI prospects and despite contrasting styles are both potential match winners at this level. Injuries to key seam bowlers throughout the year meant the attack often changed from week to week but all-rounder Leon Robinson was a constant and finished as leading wicket taker with 19 wickets. Outstanding performances from Russell Withey (7 for 52 vs. Weybridge) and Jonny Nolan (7 for 95 vs. Ashtead) were highlights but both Sam Jelley and Alex Grimshaw showed that if they stay fit they are young players with a big future and Matt Hodgson continues to improve each season. If he can improve his consistency he will be a handful with the new ball for years to come. Chris Heane enjoyed two 4-wicket hauls with his leg spin but the side lacks an experienced finger spinner who could provide the extra edge to the attack. Over all the mix of experience and youth has worked well and should continue to be the cornerstone of the side. Thanks to Geoff Burton for scoring and umpires RJ Home, DI and Dave Walter, the army of tea ladies, the grounds staff and all those who make cricket at Normandy such a pleasure. Skipper David Jones is now hanging up his boots after a fantastic career for Normandy. His experience at the helm of the 2nd XI will be sorely missed and as an ambassador for Normandy he has been invaluable. The 3rd XI flirted with promotion for a time but ultimately their own sporadic availability was their downfall and 4th place was a fair reflection on a season that brought 10 wins and 6 defeats. Despite plenty of opportunity offered to young players it was the old guard who did the bulk of the work week in and week out. Martin Docis was a welcome return to the ranks and top scored with 402 runs @ 33 at the top of the order. The always elegant Michael Scott chipped in with 230 when allowed out, Jimmy Cox continues to ooze class and veteran Peter Scott was enjoying a vintage season with over 300 runs (including a prized century against Guildford). He also took 16 wickets before a hernia limited his involvement to heckling from the side lines and marvelling at how “1st XI cricket is a world away from how it was in my day”. On the bowling front, the skipper’s slow seam inexplicably accounted for 24 victims at 20 apiece and the luckless Carl Bowen took 19 and deserved so many more with his belligerent left arm swing. The highlights of the season were Charlie Young’s incredible 144 at Old Wimbledonians, which saw him hastily restored to 2nd XI duty and Jonny Nolan’s blistering 5 for 25 to blow away Oxted. Youngsters Joe West and Sam Wellfare showed glimpses of class but need to value their wicket more highly if they are to make the big scores of which they are capable. One of the positives has been the batting and wicket keeping of Callum Job who continues to improve and impress with his attitude and spirit.
77 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Thanks to Sara for scoring and to RJ for umpiring when prized away from the clutches of the 2s. It was a disappointing return to the Premier league for the 4th XI who endured a luckless season and were eventually relegated to continue their yo-yo existence of the past 4 seasons. The side was competitive throughout and the bowling in particular was a match for most of the sides but a lack of depth in the batting and the absence of a senior top order batter was probably the difference between survival and relegation. The side continues to offer young players a first taste of senior cricket and in the Harris twins has unearthed two youngsters of undoubted quality. James made 382 runs at the top of the order and took 21 wickets with his medium pace while George scored 176 and took 24 with some highly promising off spin and together they formed the corner stone of the side. Skipper Phil Hodgson was the only other player to clear 200 runs and Richard Thompson the only senior player to make a fifty. The batting highlight was Zain Siddiqi’s 125 vs. SinjunGrammarians and his classy stroke play and sunny disposition would have made a huge difference had he been available more regularly. On the bowling front George Newton returned 17 wickets including 7 for 30 at Sunbury and the tireless Yam Thapa grabbed 6 for 41 against Banstead. Thanks to other senior players Tim Jones, Mark Rosser, Matt Medlock, Adrian Collyer and Keith Ford without whom Normandy would be unable to field a side for the youngsters to have the opportunity to thrive. There are a group of young players who have showed terrific improvement this season which bodes well for the future. In particular Alex Cook, Aaron Hunt and Jack Haylett have made considerable strides and with hard work and patience they will be the stars of 2016. OLD EMANUEL www.oldemanuel.play-cricket.com Main Ground Blagdon House, Beverley Way, New Malden KT3 4PU 0208 942 3857 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Phone captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Sajjad Ahmad Conan Hicks Jack Moorcroft N/A Conan Hicks 07720 704495 07957 625560 07508 471879 07957 625560 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Dave Debidin Jonathan Watt Dave Debidin Jonathan Watt Kavin Hemraj Dave Debidin 07956 361775 07957 407147 07956 361775 07957 407147 07793 434628 07956 361775
The 1st XI prudently draws a quiet and discreet veil across this season. An influx of new faces was most welcome, as was a new captain, but after the early promise of a win in the first game against Hamptonians, repeated defeats dented morale considerably and became rather attritional. Many former ‘regulars’ were unavailable for a variety of reasons, resulting in a lack of cohesion and direction. There were few stand-out performances to crow about and regrettably the lows far exceeded the highs, leaving the team languishing at the bottom of the League. It is now time to re-group and rebuild, particularly drawing from the resources of the 2nd XI who enjoyed a good year. The 2nd XI revelled in a competitive season and were in with a shout of promotion right up until the penultimate game. In a tight league, the side finished third, having won 9, drawn 2 and lost 7. The early season batting form was led by the Cronshaw brothers, who opened and set many a decent platform for the team; Harry Cronshaw (521 runs @ 52.10) and Barnie Cronshaw (329 @ 41.13). This allowed others to relax at the crease and there were some notable contributions from H Brahmbhatt (top score 109), A Falce (top score 65), Z Khan (top score 68*) and D Darriba (top score 80). For most of the year the side was very competitive in the field with a combination of good fielding and good options on the bowling front. The key attacking force was spinner Zoaib Khan (27 wkts @ 12 and 3 five -fors); at times he was in a class of his own. Other spinners who gave telling support were H Brahmbhatt (best figures 6 for 43), K Hemraj (5 for 23) and B Cronshaw (3 for 39). The pick of the seam attack was the tireless and pacey D Sangaran (21 @ 13.29), who was well supported by M Gibbons (best 5 for 32), C Hicks (5 for 32) and W Hoeben (4 for 12). The season was played in the true spirit of the game and OECC would like to thank all the umpires and scorers. Congratulations to Ironsides, who were worthy champs. OLD HAMPTONIANS www.oldhamptonians.play-cricket.com Main Ground Dean Road, Hampton, Middlesex TW12 1AQ 0208 979 2784 Power WiFi 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Rich Brown Jacob Doherty N/A N/A Mark Samways 07832 105393 07841 151701 07917 886580 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Rich Brown Rich Brown Tom Williamson Rich Brown Neil Lizieri Tom Hunter 07832 105393 07832 105393 07791 525423 07832 105393 07809 075668 07894 705535
2015 was a challenge for the 1st XI having lost a few players. An opening day defeat to eventually relegated Old Emanuel did not set the bar. The side was almost saved from defeat by Mark Samways (2001- 06) and Elliot Morley (2008-13) against promoted Dorking; defeat by two wickets was the reality. 78 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Elliott Morley’s introduction had been lined up, ever since his infamous 6s incident in 2011. After Ed Martin’s (1993-1999) blustery 50 vs. Cobham Avorians, “Elmo” took the opposition apart with 6 for 37. The best batting display was saved for Woking & Horsell. An impressive opening display from Gary Hutchinson in difficult conditions set the game up for Simon Morris (1996-01) and Sam Goodwill (2008-13) who proceeded to wallop the ball and secured an impressive total of 277. Simon tempted the tail and took 5 for 12. Further wins followed against Kingstonian as Mark Samways “red inked” for an eight wicket win. The team was boosted by the return of Julian Poulter (1974-81). Senior players had called him the “best of a generation” and this quickly became obvious. Raza Mughal bowled fast to return figures of 26 wickets @ 20 and Neil Lizieri’s (1994-2001) sabbatical in the 2nd XI is finally over. Tom Williamson and Guy Morris showed class with the bat and will want to push on in search of that elusive hundred in 2016. Skipper Richard Brown’s (2000-05) ever present league record produced 27 wickets @ 18, due reward for his efforts. With safety achieved against Farncombe it was left to the youth to show what they could do. Harry Mayes’ (2008-15) leg spin dazed oppositions and his 63* was a sign of his batting skill. Toby Godfray’s (2012-Present) match winning 66* against Hampton Wick Royal further demonstrated the strength at Hampton School. Every new player has been challenged by the standard in Division 4 but Old Hamptonians will still aim for promotion in 2016. After defeat in the first game, OH 2nd XI responded with a win at Kempton, best remembered for an outstanding one handed diving catch at second slip by Andrew Evans. There followed a phenomenal run of results, which saw the 2nd XI record 7 consecutive wins, including some excellent individual contributions. Ed Crowe, James Sudbury and Ali Robinson all scored 70s, whilst Sunny Kamboj hit 62, and Andrew Evans and Jacob Doherty both registered 50s. With the ball, Ali Robinson collected best figures of the season with 5 for 11, Neil Meadows took 4 for 23 and 5 for 48, Lahiru Perera took 4 for 20 and Tom Hunter took 4 for 19, including the only hat trick of the season. Thereafter, OH hit a rocky patch with their lead at the top eroded. In spite of Ed Crowe hitting a fantastic 115 (his maiden ton for the club) and Harry Mayes contributing 63, OH could not muster the wins required to keep pace with the top teams. Nevertheless, with chances of promotion fading, the 2nd XI produced one of the most exciting games ever seen at Dean Road. After 100 overs of cricket, OH won by 1 run off the last ball! Congratulations to Lingfield for their part in a great game of cricket. Sadly, the team could not finish the season with the two wins required for promotion, finishing joint 3rd for the second season in a row. Jimmy Sudbury ended the season as leading wicket taker with 25 @ 17. Sam Parsons opened the bowling and claimed 23 wickets @ 24. With the bat, Ed Crowe finished the season with 424 runs from 13 games at an average of 34. He was ably supported by Tom Hunter with 341 from 13 games too. Another successful season but tinged with the disappointment of another near miss at promotion. In 2016, OH hope to make it third time lucky! OLD PAULINE www.oldpauline.play-cricket.com Main Ground Colets, St Nicholas Road, Thames Ditton KT7 0PW 0208 398 1858 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Chris Berkett N/A N/A N/A N/A 07806 738007 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Tom Peters Alex Duncan Alex Duncan Sam Hyman Alex Duncan Tim Cato 07595 002796 07917 016247 07917 016247 07771 990303 0208 878 5677 0208 567 2721
OPCC 1st XI played some brilliant games of cricket in 2015. Several games went down to the last over, including one in which all 4 results were possible from the final delivery. In the 1st game vs. Weybridge Vandals, a last wicket partnership of 75 between Tom Peters and Adam Barnes saw OPCC 2 runs short of victory, before Weybridge pulled off an Edgbaston 2005-type win. Missing out on 20 points in such fashion was a concern. Four wins on the spin calmed the jitters and saw OPCC on top of the table in June. Victory away at Maori Oxshott was claimed with a maximum in the final over; Jamie Bomford providing the heroics. The early season form of Tom Peters, Tom Rigby and skipper Alex Duncan set up several wins. It was a Rigby-Duncan partnership which broke the back of 200+ run chases against both Battersea and Stoke d’Abernon, Alex Duncan making centuries in those games. On the bowling front, Sam Hyman rolled back the years with a rare outing at Chertsey in which he took his career best figures of 5 for 27. The team was always strongest when it included the spin trio of David Methuen, Upneet Arora and Saumitra Gorani. Upneet’s 5 for 59 against Chertsey set up the win there. David Methuen’s best bowling of 4 for 33 came in the game of the season vs. Maori Oxshott. Chasing 160, OPCC ended up needing 3 runs off 5 balls, Tom Peters on strike, batting 11 with a runner, having dislocated ribs while fielding. Given his injury, 4 blocks were cheered. Somehow, though, he found strength to flick the final ball far enough for 3 runs to be completed. That win took the team to the top of the league but a couple of bad batting collapses saw the challenge fade. Nevertheless, 7th is OPCC’s highest position since promotion.
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OLD RUTLISHIANS www.oldrutscricket.org.uk Main Ground Poplar Road, Merton Park SW19 3JS 0208 542 3678 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Nursery Road Playing Fields, Nursery Road SW19 3BT 0208 545 3667 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Joe Riches Peter Day Steve Corbey Adam Wright Graham Mills 07707 500835 07769 255214 07882 747860 07948 170348 07913 987006 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Lance Keene Stephen Chick Lance Keene Stuart Atkins Ian Lambert Graham Mills 07752 865284 07772 840540 07752 865284 07905 775534 0208 642 6315 07913 987006 The 1st XI made it three promotions on the spin as they step into unchartered territory for the 2016 season. They also had not reached the heights of Division 2 before but managed to surpass all expectations to finish runners-up in a hugely competitive league. With players leaving during the off-season, a captain not bothering to turn-up for the first few games, a vice-captain suffering from a severe bout of the yips and an opening-bowler lost on the yellow brick road still seeking some courage to fix his “torn” intercostal, the odds were stacked firmly against the 1st XI. What saw the team through, however, was a remarkable team spirit and an extremely handy opening pair of batsmen. The consistency of Salman Mohammed (672 @ 48) and Daniel Wood (806 @ 57) at the top of the order made it easy for those around them. Averaging over 80 as a partnership, they would regularly assist in setting up a huge total (see Ashford at home) or chasing an imposing target (see Dulwich at home). Valuable contributions also came from the middle order at crucial times (Russell Bryan 60 vs. Epsom, Joe Riches 80 vs. Purley and Christopher Moody 30 vs. Walton) to get the 1st XI over the line. Credit must also go to the bowlers. Alex Barnicott (28 @ 24), who finished top wicket -taker, continues to amaze everyone in the Surrey Championship by taking wickets and James Shackleton (24 @ 13) got in on the act after finally coming back to fitness. Worthy mentions also go to our overseas Simon Douglas and Richard Woolland for his incredible match-winning 8-for vs. Dulwich. As ever, it is always pleasing to see youth demonstrating their ability to cope at this level and the 1st XI had this in abundance. Each of the nineteen representatives of the team played their part in this season’s promotion and should take credit for that. So, what will 2016 bring? Your guess is as good as ours. The 2nd XI saw an even return from the early overs games with victories against Epsom (VanDePeer 71) and Bank (Lever 56 and Pryce 52). Three winning draws followed against Farnham (Price 93 and Watson 58), Valley End (50s from Lever, Cooper and Watson) and Banstead (Watson 5 for 76) all ending with fewer points than the opposition. The team struggled for a timed win as the batting folded against Sutton, Tuck was inspired for Epsom (6 for 65) and Spencer recovered from 105 for 7 to post 224. Against Beddington, Pryce (92) and Hasenkam (7 for 37) starred but the inability to take the 10th wicket made the winning draw feel like a loss. A sole timed victory was secured against Bank (U15 George Berrington 53). The return to limited overs saw a tight victory against Farnham (Chugh 75 and Price 55) before scoring too slowly to pressurise Banstead. As the season climaxed, the top teams were defeated in consecutive weeks thanks to an inspired fielding effort against Spencer (Trimmings 5 for 40) and a 100 run victory against Valley End before overcoming a young Sutton team (Cooper 51*). A mid-table finish was achieved with the most limited overs victories (6) and just one timed win. The ‘what if’ factor was the most winning draws. 11 players passed 50. Leading the way were Josh Price (408 @ 45), Lever (376 @ 29), Nick Pryce (370 @ 25), VanDePeer (370 @ 31) and Watson (267 @ 38). The bowling was consistent with Day (22 @ 20 plus 11 catches) and Khan (19 @ 25) supported by Watson, Hasenkam, Lever and Chick all securing 15 wickets. Mention must be made of Evan Watson’s spectacular catching. Thanks to umpires Wally Morgan and Simon Piper-Masher and Pat Keene for her excellent teas. Congratulations to Spencer and Epsom on promotion; hopefully another highly competitive season in 2016. After back to back Championships in 2013 and 2014, the 3rd XI ventured into the Premier Division for the first time in the club’s history. The team set the tone in the first game, defeating last year's runners up Reigate Priory. Usman Mehmood stole the show with a swashbuckling 42* and 2 for 16. Another win came against Dulwich a week later thanks to 63* by Daman Chugh underlining his value with a measured innings. The next two games did not go to plan, losing to Sunbury and Wimbledon. However the team bounced back, reversing the script against Wimbledon bowling them out for 63, sealing another win. Usman Mehmood (5 for 12) was supported by Wasim Ahmed (3 for 9). The 3s then dug out draws against eventual champions Sunbury, Dulwich and Weybridge. In the midst a win against Banstead left the team feeling good, Errol Moore-Amadzie showed a glimpse of his potential compiling a classy 62*. Despite Wasim Ahmed's 6 for 45, the 3s suffered a crushing loss against rivals Malden Wanderers who celebrated in a manner that left imprint. However wins against Spencer and Sutton thanks to Nasir Sayed 86*, Tee Bizayi 5 for 31 and Salim Yasin 6 for 13, meant the team was well entrenched at the top end of the table. Tense wins of 5 runs against Spencer and 8 runs against Banstead were thanks to the team’s ‘never say die’ attitude and superb bowling. The 3s got revenge against Malden Wanderers thanks to skipper Nazir Sayed 134* and 5 for 51, supported by all-rounder Jamie Pryce (66*).
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Wimbledon CC 1st XI Winners T20 Competition 2015 Back: James Brown, Dan Urquhart, Matt Spreigel, Darren Hooey, Neil Turk, Graham Grace Front: Chris Leith, Tom Lace, Will Leith (captain) Niall Solomon, Dan Pratt (wkt)
Walton on Thames CC 4th XI Winners SC Division 2 West 2015 Back: George Sharpe, Ollie Holden, Joe Sale, Rohan Wilde, Cameron Allen, Lucas Watkins Front: George Cates, Tom Smith, Oli Clarke (captain), Will Hagger (wkt), Luke Minshull Not pictured: Jack Bailoor, Tom Cates, Alex Minshull, Rowan Sale 81 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
East Molesey CC 1st XI Runners-Up SC Division 1 2015 Back: Jack Miller, Dominic Reed, Andrew Westphal, Jason Moore, Paul Lawford, Henry Glynn Front: Toby Green, Nick Stevens, Sam Burge, Robbie Heald, Kieran Burge Inserts clockwise: George Cairns, Adam Zampa, Jonty Hadfield, Henry Jones, Simon Barrett
Old Rutlishians CC 1st XI Runners-Up SC Division 2 2015 Back: Dan Wood, Chris Mude, Kamran Khan, James Shackleton, Alex Fox, Alex Barnicott Front: Simon Douglas, Salman Mohammed (vice-captain), Joe Riches (captain), Rory Pemberton, Russell Bryan
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Bank of England CC 1st XI Runners-Up SC Division 3 2015 Back: Richard Rawlings, Sam Ferrick, Matt Cannon, Charlie O'Brien, Nikul Ramesh, Naeman Symonds-Baig, Sam Brandon Front: Damon Ridgway, Harry O' Brien (wkt), James Woodroof (captain), Tom Dickson Absent: Jack O'Brien, Janil Ramesh, James Howsam, Alex Beighton, Will Muse, Mohammed Dilshad, Henry Goodwin
Dorking CC 1st XI Runners-Up SC Division 4 2015 Back: Tim Johnson, Ben Rogers, Toby Blood, Ian Gregg, Tom Chisman Front: Jason Swift, Chris Ward, Scott Kelsey, Andrew Miller, Nick Lee Inset: Francis Chadwick, Lewis Davies, Kunal Jogia 83 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Weybridge Vandals CC 1st XI Runners-Up SC Division 5 2015 Back: Maureen Fenton (scorer), Luke Bentley, Jonny Powell, Woo Powell, Aman Singh, Sam Buckell, Mark Fenton, Jon Good (umpire) Front: Garry Foreman, Dan Fenton, Ali Booth (captain), Connor Baker (wkt), Tom Hudson
Wimbledon CC 2nd XI Runners-Up SC Premier Division 2015 Back: Niall Solomon, Carlton Anand, Dan Urquhart, Will Whipple, Joe Lukens, Tom Linley, Guy Mitchell Front: Dilshan de Silva, David Wills, Hiran Marambe (captain), Sean Davies, Alex Anderson (scorer), Crispin Lyden-Cowan (umpire) 84 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Old Wimbledonians CC 2nd XI Runners-Up SC Division 2 2015 Back: C. De Kock, E. Van Zyl, W. Markham, S. Smithies, S. Baugh Front: D. Gibson, D. Redelinghuys, R. White (captain), P. Brown (wkt), D. Seneviratne, J. Opie
Oxted & Limpsfield CC 2nd XI Runners-Up SC Division 3 2015 Back: A Starling (wkt), S Brooks, J Dennison, N Durrany, J Kourea, D Paisey, S Ganapathy, D Adamson (umpire) Front: P Goodwin, M Adamson (captain), R Adamson, B Rangarajan 85 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports
Kempton CC 2nd XI Runners-Up SC Division 5 2015 Back: Ian Haddow (scorer), Stuart Divers, Chris Page, Noman Sohail, Vishal Singh, Steve Crossley, Roy Beard (umpire), Harjot Singh Front: Don Taylor (wkt), Jon Bateson, Allan Inwood (captain), Harry Lee, Trevor Warne Insert: Richard Warne, Gary Porter
Walton on Thames CC 3rd XI Runners-Up SC Division 1 2015 Back: Alex Firth, Tom Christiansen, Ashley Walton, David Rolton, Mike McDonagh, Graham Neale Front: Simon Duke, Ed Thom, Liam Desai (captain), Sam Saidman, Harry Samuels Not pictured: Darren Wardle, Ian McAllan, Sammy Davis, Jared de Jesus
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Spencer CC 4th XI Runners-Up SC Premier Division 2015 Back: Neil Harrison, Tom Mills, Aun Naqvi (wkt), William Johnson, Adam Burton, Hussain Jafri (captain), Salman Qamar Front: Harry Ibbitson, Waseem Qayyum, Ryan Evans, Alex Spencer
Malden Wanderers 4th XI Runners-Up SC Division 4 West 2015 Left-right: Akhilesh Sivaraman, Richard Gould, Steve Morgan, Rob Wood, Ieuan Morgans (captain), Jonny Hammond, Adam Barlow, Sam Thomson, Sam Hopkins, Nick Bateman, Siddharth Iyer
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tel: 020 8530 5030 fax: 020 8530 5350 e-mail: [email protected] www.dukescricket.co.uk British Cricket Balls Ltd 241 Shernhall Street Walthamstow London E17 9EA Section 3 – Club Details and Reports The runs were scored by Sayed (360), Chugh (297) and Hafeez (264). The wickets came for Yasin (25), Ahmed (23), Holden (21) and Pryce (18). Thanks to the players who gave it their all, Ana who umpired even in the cold and the tea girls for looking after us! Overall a great start to life in the Prem! They say “you never win anything with kids”. Well, this season the 4th XI proved to be an exception to the old adage. Only one loss and one losing draw in league games all season with a team who had an average age of roughly 19 is an outstanding effort; most weeks the team consisted of no more than 3 players over 18. For a team so young and inexperienced, there was a ‘never say die’ attitude in games that came down to the wire. Against Purley at home, a pivotal match at the end of the season, a win was needed to keep the promotion push going and the title hopes alive. On a helpful wicket, skipper Adam Wright lost the toss and the side found themselves reduced to 87 for 9. Cue a last wicket stand from two of the youngest players to reach a total of 160. The team then went on to bowl and field like demons, hardly a ball misfielded, no catches dropped and the two saviours with the bat put in match winning performances with the ball. This season saw the emergence of a lot of young talent, with William Donegan, Vinay Patel and Edward Grindrod all having very good first seasons in senior cricket, proving that a lack of experience is not a hindrance with the ball. Hussein Khan had a difficult start to his season but in the end he found his rhythm and bowled beautifully. Batting wise, Eshen Patel has come on in leaps and bounds, scoring 2 centuries. Donegan proved his credentials as an all-rounder, scoring his maiden senior 50 and being the 2nd highest run scorer in the team. Nikhil Kanani, after an absence of a few years, showed what a class act he is with the bat. There were also notable contributions from Dinesh Thakore, Henry Peuble, Freddie Freeman, Tom Emerton, Dayle Stancliffe, Tim Berrington and Steven Corbey with the bat and Sam Vandepeer, Luke Lockley, Dayle Stancliffe, Ben Freeman, William Duffy, Tee Bizayi and Daniel Hasenkam with the ball. All in all, it was a tough but satisfying season. Next season will likely prove challenging but given what everyone has shown this year, the side can be confident that it has the skill and ability to succeed. OLD WHITGIFTIANS www.owcc.org Main Ground Croham Manor Road, South Croydon CR2 7BG 0208 686 2127 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Luke Fisher Arun Ramamurthy Abhinay Somasundarraj N/A Shirish Patel 07779 964290 07956 366234 07894 985945 07775 679923 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Stuart Woodrow David Hagger Gary Kenton John Carter Sailesh Khetia Fred Woodrow 07714 447005 07756 028236 07973 122761 01737 248065 07967 657794 07585 660585
The 1st XI found the 2015 season much tougher than in previous seasons finishing 8th in Division One with five wins. There were some memorable games with the OWs chasing 340 to win against Camberley and on two occasions the OWs defended scores of under 140; 130 against Banstead and 133 against Farnham. After some early wins, the season tailed away with one win in the last ten games. The side’s strongest suit was bowling and it was one quality batsman short of being able to challenge the top sides in the division. The side did miss Murtaza Hussain, who did not return for his sixth season; his place was pleasingly made up by a number of players who came through the club’s colts section. The batting stats were topped by 19 year-old Joe Murtagh (421 runs @ 26.31) in his first full season for the club. Contributions were also made by Adam Clarke (401) the team’s only century maker, Chris Thompson (370), Rory Caines (315) and Luke Fisher (240). Special mention should also be made of Dan Kenton, Harshil Patel and Nikhil Patel whose lower order obduracy secured 4 draws. Mo Raza was leading wicket taker, taking 35 wickets including a hat trick against Malden Wanderers, followed by Luke Fisher who took 28 wickets from a mixture of seam and spin bowling, Nikhil Patel whose leg-spin took 17 wickets and Dan Kenton whose 14 wickets understate the quality of his bowling. Congratulations to Ashtead and East Molesey on their promotion, many thanks to the umpiring panel for their commitment and friendliness in the bar and finally to our excellent scorer, David Hagger. The 2nd XI continued to improve as the young side finished fifth with nine wins to consolidate their position in Division Two. A push for promotion seemed possible in late June after a run of six unbeaten games but a loss of players due to holidays and promotions to the 1st XI meant that the team struggled for consistency as the season progressed. The side showed the improvements they had made as they won several close games including a penultimate ball win against Addiscombe and a 7 run win at Esher. The batting was led by young skipper Vishal Khetia, whose 420 runs in 13 innings demonstrated why he was called up to the 1st XI on several occasions. Four other batsmen scored more than 250 runs; Sujit Dadar (389), Rich Thacker (303), Rory Subba Row (267) and Pardeep Chatwal (259). There were two centuries, one from Subba Row against Worcester Park and one from Thacker against Sanderstead. Simon Yousaf, despite missing 7 games, was leading wicket taker with 29 wickets at an average of 13, followed by Pardeep Chatwal who took 28 wickets, including a 7 for against Purley. The remaining wickets were shared amongst a wide array of bowlers but young seam bowling prospects Will Doyle (15) and Kieran Patel (16) took 10 and 7 wickets respectively towards the end of the season.
89 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports After this season’s strong showing, the team will be pushing for promotion in 2016 while several players will be looking to play in the 1st XI next season. The 3rd XI had a difficult season and only secured their position in Division Two with a win against Guildford City in the last game of the season. The team finished 7th with six wins but lacked consistency of selection; only two players played 15 games or more. For the second year running Abhinay Raj was leading run scorer with 382 runs and was supported by Ramling Kalel, who scored 256 runs, stalwart Jon Higgins who contributed 252 runs, Arun Ramamurthy whose 228 runs came in six innings and Mandar Phatak who scored 214 runs. Pratik Khetia, Amar Aitha and Amar Patel also played important innings for the side. Captain Ramling Kalel led the bowling attack, taking 32 wickets at an average of 15 while Chetan Arora took 19 wickets at an average of 17. Wickets were also taken by Sohaib Khalid (8), Abhishek (7) and Amar Patel (6). The team also gave opportunities to promising young cricketers including Neel Dudhia, Reece Etwaroo, James de Rosa and Yoshua Yousaf, all of whom played five matches. The side will be looking to bounce back in 2016 and display the form showed at the end of the 2015 season. OLD WIMBLEDONIANS www.oldwimbledonianscricket.co.uk Main Ground 143 Coombe Lane, West Wimbledon SW20 0QX 0208 879 0700 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Johnno Gordon Roger White Mike Bolton Matt Irvine Eddie Gardner 07867 306381 07841 126640 07792 767665 07941 118781 07850 999599 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Nick Fox Greg Nielsen Michael O’Brien Peter Curtis Michael O’Brien Helen Bilinska 07825 879512 07877 343401 07752 222405 0208 942 5188 07752 222405 07884 241815
In 2015 Old Wimbledonian showed vast improvements in the 1st XI performance, following the goals set at the end of 2014. This was to create a new team structure, ethos and atmosphere, headed by the principles and values of the game. This improvement was mirrored through the Club. The season started well with the team heading the league but losing 4 games, while winning 9, left the side short of the leaders. Individual performances to note with the bat were performed by Tim Sealy Fisher who opened the batting usually getting a quick start. Tim scored more than 500 runs @ 36 with 3 fifties, captain Ali Jaffer scored 473 runs @ 47 with 3 fifties and a century against Addiscombe, disappointingly the only 1st XI century this season. There were some exciting batting performances from the lower middle order players this year especially when the team really needed it, Raymond De Passos, Karun Jethi, Chris Gregory and Sami Majid all chipped in with some fantastic performances under pressure and should be proud of their efforts this year. In the bowling department the side picked up wickets consistently. Greg Nielsen and Karun Jethi were the leading wicket takers with 27 and 28 wickets, respectively, and bowled accurately all season. They were ably supported by Jonno Gordon, Robbie Wheelan, Sami Majid and Adrian Dawson, who picked up wickets when the side needed them to. Special mention to Greg Nielsen who took 12 outfield catches and Raymond De Passos who took 13 dismissals as a wicket keeper in 7 games. The 1st XI also did well in the T20 knock out competition losing narrowly to Wimbledon in the 3rd round, beating Old Rutlishians on the way. The 2nd XI went into the 2015 season full of optimism and eager to better its previous season’s efforts. A heavy defeat on the first day of the season did not bode well but this was followed by winning the next three games. When the longer format arrived, a balanced and settled side worked its way to the top of the league. Despite a couple of hiccups due to rain affected matches and losing the toss on a couple of dodgy wet wickets, the 2s found themselves going into the August fixtures with everything to play for. With in-form batsmen and a bowling attack with the ability to take wickets and starve opponent batsmen from scoring freely, the 2s found themselves in a strong position. The nail biting last ball victory at Dulwich, thanks mainly to a superb innings by vice-captain Brown, eased the tension. In the penultimate game of the season, against Woking, bowling first on a wet wicket, the 2s with a much changed attack from previous weeks made early inroads into the Woking batting order. A fine bowling and fielding display reduced Woking to under 100. ‘Job done’ many would have thought, only for the ever dependable top order to self-destruct and leave the 2s reeling at 30 for 5. Captain Roger White walked to the crease greeted by a barrage of friendly banter, which seemed to motivate him as he and partner Opie set about seeing off the dangerous Woking attack and making inroads into the seemingly small but difficult target. A mix of luck and aggressive strokes in unfavourable, wet conditions ensured a win. Unfortunately the side fell short in a very entertaining winner- takes-all match against Worcester Park on another weather affected pitch. The 2s had made the greatest of turnarounds the league has seen for a while, improving from a side just escaping relegation in 2014 to league runners-up in 2015. Every single player who represented the 2nd XI made this feat possible. The team ethos and positive cohesion played a massive part in getting the side over the line in many a tight situation. The success of the side was due to the contribution from every single
90 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports player, with fine individual performances from Gibson, Markham, Brown, and De Kock at the top of the order, as well as Mirtschin, Van Zyl, Redelinghuys, Seneviratne and player of the season De Kock with the ball. Well done also to Joe Bell and James Thomas, two improving colts. The 3rd XI season as a whole was a good one. The team started really well and, after picking up a few wins, were sitting nicely in the top four of the table. Mid-season came and went with the side still in a good position for promotion. Towards the end of the season however, with holidays and player unavailability, the side came up a little short of the early season expectations and finished fifth in the league. Plaudits for the batting go to Mike Tolmie, 390 @ 30 including two 50s and Ryan Chishick, 248 @ 24.80 with one 50. With the ball Jignesh Ghatala (24 wickets @ 12.75) bowled consistently well supported by Ben Vivian (19 @ 16.47), Aamer Janjua (18 @ 18.17) and Max Jacobs (16 @ 23.13). A special mention should be made of all the colts who played this year; especially Callum Hearty who made contributions with both bat and ball. They made the step up to the team, did themselves proud and did not look out of their depth at all. The club looks forward to more colts making the move from the 4s to the 3s and greater success in 2016. The 4th XI continued the policy of introducing colts into adult cricket. This youthful enthusiasm was complemented by many experienced heads. The mixture was very successful and 8 league wins for a fourth place finish is a good reward for an enjoyable season. The aim throughout was to play positive cricket and even though this may have cost a few games it did lead to several matches going down to the last over. Liam Hearty led the way with the bat scoring 406 runs with 3 fifties. Keith Gomez recorded the top score with a scintillating 95 against Walton on Thames. Some excellent displays of away-swing bowling secured D D’Mello as top wicket-taker with 23. The best bowling figures came courtesy of S Powell (6 for 66) who had an encouraging return following injury. P Hipple-Walsh made a big impact with his off-spin in his first senior season, taking 20 wickets with a best of 5 for 39. Overall this was an enjoyable season where everyone was given a chance to play. A number of strong performances promise well for the future of both this team and the whole club. OXTED & LIMPSFIELD www.oxtedlimpsfield.play-cricket.com Main Ground Master Park, Church Lane, Oxted RH8 9LD 01883 712792 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Grub Street, Westerham Road, Limpsfield RH8 0SJ 01883 722105 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 5th XI Ground Memorial Ground, Dairy Lane, Crockham Hill TN6 6RA 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI 5th XI Juniors Simon Jackson Michael Adamson Nick Emmins Dominic Damesick Robert Mitchell Ian Barney 07579 963170 07771 854951 07876 500104 07909 442657 07813 694664 01883 712318 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Phil Trayner Keith Tushingham Michael Adamson Richard Adamson Dolores Trayner Nick Emmins 07717 346194 07881 843856 07771 854951 07733 201416 07789 990869 07876 500104
After winning Division 4 in 2014 the 1st XI had high hopes of achieving back to back promotions. Following a strong winter training programme and strengthening the squad with the additions of Ned Lack (returning from Beddington), Adrian St John and Daryl King (returning from Argentina) the team looked in good shape to challenge for success in 2015. However the team never found the consistency required to mount a real challenge. Sometimes brilliant with some notable convincing wins, sometimes not; in other winnable games they did not do themselves justice and lost games that really should have been won leading to a 4th placed finish. Once again the batting star was overseas Simon Jackson with 862 @ 61 (two 100s, seven 50s). This was backed up by Stu Fletcher with 455 @ 30 (one 100, two 50s) and Jack Lloyd with 246 @ 27. However in 2016 the batting unit will need to fire more often to achieve the promotion aims. In the bowling department Player of the Season Ned Lack led the way with 44 @ 14, whilst his spin twin Ross Powell took 22 @ 8.59 in just 8 games. The 3 pronged pace attack would be the envy of many clubs but, robbed of King half way through the season, it did not dominate as many games as its ability should but still took 53 wickets between them, McIlwraith with 23 of them. However the squad will build on the foundations of this year and with a healthy crop of young talent in the 16-22 age bracket they will look forward to the challenge of 2016 with renewed enthusiasm. Skipper Fletcher steps down after 3 successful years that included the Division 4 title but will retain a vital batting role in the side. Thanks, as always, go to coach Ian Read for his guidance and mentoring as well as scoring skills. After an absence of nearly 25 years Oxted & Limpsfield 2nd XI are finally back where they started in the Surrey Championship Division 2. The season started well with the side determined to enjoy its cricket and see where results took them. Three victories from the first 3 games, including an enthralling 1 wicket win at Chips, took them to the top of the table. Two more wins followed, one a fine win away at deserved Champions Cranleigh, but after their week off the O’s form slumped with just 2 wins from the next 6 games, 3 draws and a defeat to Sanderstead; seemingly the break had broken their momentum. As the team went into the last 4 games it had slipped to 3rd place and needed a result to go its way to 91 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports finish 2nd. The run-in started with a loss to Cranleigh, this time after their 2nd week off their form improved. First a win against Streatham & Marlborough and then Ashford, both away; that evening the team heard the news that it was now in their hands with the one result they needed going their way. On to Dorking at home and in a rain affected game the Os were asked to bat first. From 65 for 4, a fine 119 run partnership between the skipper (50*) and Andy Starling (72*) saw the Os post 184 and what proved to be a match winning score, eventually dismissing Dorking for 110. Winning the last 3 games, the Os had achieved their goal and could enjoy their long awaited return to Division 2. The skipper, Michael Adamson (604 runs @ 43.14), led the way including a century and six 50s, followed by Joe Kourea (405 @ 33.75 with four 50s) and Richard Adamson (316 @ 24.31). Durrany and Rangarajan both passed 250 runs while Whitely scored the side’s other ton and Starling scored 169 @ 169 in 4 innings. The bowling was also led by the skipper with 26 @ 21.46, closely followed by the effective spin partnership of Jack Dennison (24 @ 20.83 with a best of 6 for 37) and Selva Ganapathy (16 @ 20.81; best of 5 for 52). Staines, Goodwin and 14 year old Zac Fairchild (7 in one game) also took 10 wickets. As always, thanks go to the ever present umpire David Adamson. The captain would like to dedicate this promotion to former player and scorer, Jack Oliver, who sadly passed away this year. The 3rd XI had a satisfactory season, winning seven, drawing two and losing nine. Doubles over Cheam, East Molesey and Beddington ensured a sixth place finish. The team used in excess of 55 players which did not help continuity and lacked a "core" needed to have a real promotion push. Only captain Neil Ejje played 14 games with Keith Tushingham the next highest number at 11 and Greg Miller at 10. Captain Ejje managed to lose 12 consecutive league tosses and games were lost early season as a result of being inserted first on tricky wickets. The season was notable for key performances from some colts, with Hamish MacMillan, Isaac Miller, Joe Foggin and Will Heaver showing maturity under pressure. Foggin scored an excellent 79 away at Valley End and helped secure a winning draw; Miller junior took valuable wickets along with Foggin to win at home to Beddington and MacMillan’s six-for at Beddington helped win a tense game. Heaver bowled beautifully in the last game against champions Ashtead and is a real prospect for the future. Top run scorer was Ejje with 313 followed by Tushingham (295), Greg Miller (283) and Guy Goodwin (280), all scoring two league 50s. No tons, but Tushingham came close with 96 chasing down 271 at Cheam. The bowling was a struggle with the lack of a genuine seam attack sorely missed. Emmins topped the charts with 19 @ 15 and the evergreen Paisey taking 8 for 17 to put East Molesey to the sword. Six players remarkably took five-fors and the side will look to gain more regular players next year to push for promotion. Player of the Season goes to new old boy Tushingham for his runs, attitude and being a great addition. The 4th XI ended its two-year stay in the 4th XI Premier League, finishing an agonising four points from safety. However, the season did end on a positive note with a one-wicket victory over Streatham & Marlborough, with Player of the Season Graham Foggin scoring a superb 121*. The magnificent ‘Fogs’ finished with 330 runs from 7 innings (at an average of 55), with two fifties alongside his hundred. Despite it being a difficult season there were several memorable games and performances: beating Reigate Priory by eight wickets with just ten men; Selva Ganapathy taking a wicket with the final ball of the match to secure a dramatic victory against Normandy and sixteen-year old (‘Boom Boom’) Seb Gray smashing it everywhere in an astonishing 85 against SinjunGrammarians. This season saw the blooding into senior cricket of many of the club’s talented colts and they equipped themselves admirably against some high-quality opposition. Bertie Heaver showed the makings of being Oxted’s answer to David Gower, Harvey Cutmore bowled his leg-spin with impressive control and patience and George Lloyd took the attack to the opposition with great flair and confidence. With the colts a year older and a strong core of senior players there is every reason for the 4th XI to believe it can make a swift return to the Premier Division and hopefully stepping down a division will give the colts an even greater chance to shine next season. The mighty 5th XI (Crockham Hill) season exceeded expectations in its third year, picking up from where they left off at the end of last year, having a good start to the season with 5 wins in the first 7 games. Finding themselves at the dizzy heights near the top of the league the side then faltered mid-season, only managing one win whilst sharing the points in two and losing two. The 5s however did enough to maintain its place near the top of the table and with a strong finish, winning 3 of the last 4 with some tricky games towards the end. The team narrowly avoided promotion finishing up in a very respectable second place, having played 16, winning 9, drawing 3 and losing 4. It was a thoroughly enjoyable season, playing some competitive games in a friendly manner, with fun had by all. Special mention goes to player of the season Andy ‘Thomo’ Thompson scoring 353 runs @ 32, with two 50s and one hundred, as well as taking 14 wickets @ 16. In addition, fellow all-rounder Paul Greenwood scored 168 runs @ 24 and took 12 wickets @ 15. With the bat Simon Wardley scored 252 @ 22 at the top of the order and with the ball Niall Roberts and Mark Lidiard took 11 wickets each and Ashok Damodaran 10. Of the rest, the stalwarts helped out with runs, wickets and good laughs along the way. There were also plenty of youngsters showing some remarkable talent on their introduction to senior cricket, which the club will certainly see much more of in the future. Finally a mention to some new players, who certainly made a difference, Andy ‘Macca’ McNamee, Andy ‘Toots’ Campbell and Jonny Hugo – the last of whom made a hundred on debut having interrupted his lunch at Nandos to play. 92 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports PURLEY www.pitchero.com/clubs/purleycricketclub Main Ground Purley CC, The Ridge, Purley CR8 3PF 0208 660 0608 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground LCCA Cricket Centre, Plough Lane, Wallington SM6 8JQ 0208 669 2177 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors James Scott Sam Sugarman Jack Sugarman Alan Thake Stewart Webber 07584 090686 07500 888243 07738 098091 07734 267285 07900 248670 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Stewart Webber Eric Sands Eric Sands Asif Ali Ian Yull Ian Glassington 07900 248670 07950 959662 07950 959662 07952 672716 07748 946461 07956 356512
2015 proved a difficult season for the Purley 1st XI with widespread availability issues and an inability to win the key moments. That Division 2 survival was secured from the 2nd to last ball in the final game against Dulwich speaks volumes. Purley only managed 5 victories and although some solid batting displays secured 4 draws in the time format, the 9 losses were costly. Convincing early wins over Chessington and Ashford showcased the ability but the Jekyll and Hyde performances halted any momentum. One of the main positives was the improvement in the batting. Whereas in 2014 runs were hard to come by and often reaching 200 seemed a tall task 2015 was the opposite. Regularly scoring over 200 and overhauling some decent totals when chasing, Purley will hope to build on this next season and have several players finishing the season with over 500 runs. The batting was led by the exceptional overseas Camillo Carimbocas who scored 793 runs @ 56.64 including 7 half centuries and a top score of 119. Captain James Scott scored 402 @ 25.13 and Jack Johnson in his first season in 1st XI cricket did superbly for his 330 @ 30 at a blistering strike rate of 96.15. Other contributions included Tauseef Mehdi with 317 and a special mention to Nathan Harris (248 runs) who is becoming an expert lower/middle order batsman; including a match winning innings in the last game. Purley’s bowling at times lacked the consistency and threat needed to trouble teams. Skipper Scott had his best season taking 29 wickets with a best of 4 for 20. Off spinner Razi Khan missed early matches but came back strongly with a 6 wicket haul first game back at Dulwich and finished with 18. Thishan Wanigaratne and Rahul Madhok took 16 each and promising glimpses of young spinners Harry Short and Jack Roffey bode well for the future. The 2nd XI started the season with a bang, scoring 350 runs against Cheam and winning by 100 plus runs and an eight wicket victory against Old Whitgiftians in the second game. However due to the unfortunate resignation of three regular senior 2nd XI players and very poor availability throughout the season, the team was unable to keep up this pace and ended up being relegated in the last game of the season. Captain Asif Ali also resigned at the latter part of the season and handed the responsibility to young blood Sam Sugarman. There were good performances throughout the season; skipper Asif Ali led by example scoring 500 runs, supported by Adeel Rehman (487) and Oliver Thornton (339). Bowling figures - Sam Sugarman finished with 19 wickets, followed by Stan Somerford (15) and Asif Ali (14). A few promising performances from young players G Webber, J Roffey, D Hunt, H Jennings, H Singh, M Jeffery and J Sugarman gives hope that the 2nd XI will have the strength to fight for promotion next year. Despite relegation, performances were acknowledged by awarding the year end trophies to Sam Sugarman, Bowler of the Year for his 19 wickets at 27.11, Adeel Rehman, Batsman of the Year for his 487 runs averaging 28.65 and Asif Ali, Player of the Year for his all-round performances scoring 500 runs @ 35.61 and 14 wickets @ 15.41. Special thanks to Andy, Ian, Eric and Kevin for supporting the captains throughout the year. Purley 3rd XI had a fantastic start to the season winning their first 3 games and the side was looking very positive with new additions to the team such as Seb Bevan, who ended up picking up the Bowler of the Year award with 17 wickets. The team remained consistently strong throughout the summer and despite losing a couple of games to the side that was bottom of the league for that given week, managed to remain in 2nd place for the majority of the season. The team was able to do this with Player of the Season and captain Tarun Nayyar leading from the front scoring 555 runs in total at an average just shy of 40, making his maiden Purley ton (110) along the way. Other young key players stepped up and supported the skipper with Batsman of the Year Dave Scott scoring 230+ runs with a couple of match winning knocks included, Jack Yull (178 runs in 6 innings) and Mike Short (206 runs and 16 wickets). Youngsters that also deserve a mention include George Webber, Harjit Singh, Matt Alison, Joe Hart and Harvey Jennings. The team missed out on promotion despite being 2nd for the majority of the season; the use of so many players (49) finally caught up. Next year the side will look to consolidate and push for promotion with a more experienced side. Purley 4th XI’s season started off really well and promotion was looking like a strong possibility but ultimately it ended in bitter disappointment. Having spent most of the season occupying one of the top four positions of the league, the team knew that going into the final three games of the season, if all three games were won, the league would be won. The other possibility was that with victory in two or at the very least one of the last three games, promotion would most likely have been achieved. Both of these scenarios proved to
93 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports be beyond the side as they ultimately went on to lose all three games and ended up finishing 4th. The usual suspects once again put in performances to help the side fight towards the goal of promotion; Nick Hunt (36 wickets), Michael Thake (20) and the evergreen Eric Sands achieved 24 dismissals behind the stumps. There was however, one player who stood head and shoulders above all and therefore deserves a special mention. That player is James Harper who managed to score an incredible 929 runs for the season at an average of 77.42 and was therefore named Player of the Season. Although Purley did not gain promotion, the season can still be considered successful as the side performed well within the division having gained promotion on the back of finishing second in the Central Division in 2014. Let’s hope the 2016 season is the one that can see Purley 4s gain promotion into the 4th XI Premier Division.
REIGATE PRIORY www.reigatepriorycc.co.uk Main Ground Reigate Priory CC, Park Lane, Reigate RH2 8JX 01737 244477 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground St Albans Road, Reigate RH2 9LN Phone Captain 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Luke Beaven Fraser MacDonald James Brickley Andy Hook Alister Gregson 07783 194127 07918 088245 07962 434629 07817 524349 07850 193834 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec John Bramhall Lucy Donovan Chris Bates David Robinson Jim Harmer Rob Wood 07771 725495 07790 469475 07788 568345 07740 839583 07736 064888 07720 094107
Despite the 1st XI losing only three games all season, fewer than any of the three teams above them, Reigate ended in fourth place, with 11 wins, three losses, two draws and two abandoned games. It was a good season but failure to beat the eventual and deserved winners Sunbury in late July followed by two abandoned games in the last four games of the season put paid to any vaulted ambitions. Chris Murtagh (575 runs @ 52.27) and Andy Delmont (629 @ 48.38) led the batting, scoring 1200 runs between them; Brad Scriven, a new addition to the club, broke a thumb at the beginning of May and when he returned he scored 243 runs @ 60.75. Michael Burgess kept wicket beautifully and batted well when needed. The Priory’s two county players made an impact when available; Richie Oliver of Worcestershire scoring a century against Valley End and Craig Cachopa of Sussex a quick-fire 61* against Beddington. Oli Hairs, a recruit with ODI experience with Scotland, bashed the ball far and wide when available. Jake Lehmann, a newcomer from South Australia, batted attractively but never the big innings he looked capable of. With the bowling it was Reigate’s ‘famous four’ taking most of the wickets again; left-arm spinner Luke Beaven with 41 wickets at an average 17.10, seamer Will Hodson (24 @ 25.00), off-spinner Simon King (23 @ 21.78) and skipper and paceman Neil Saker (17 @ 27.24). When school and Surrey Academy commitments allowed, young Angus Dahl showed his talents as a bowling all-rounder and took 11 wickets at an average 20.00. Richard Stevens, another fast bowler, took 11 wickets @ 17.09. Saker stepped down as captain at the end of the season after a three-year stint. Under his leadership the 1st XI won 34 games out of 54 played. He has served the club well and plans to continue as a player. The 2nd XI secured its second successive title and finished the season with just one loss in what was a dominant season. The Llamas won 15 with two winning draws and only losing to Guildford away, in what seems to be a banana skin ground for the Champions, having been bowled out for under 100 in both championship winning seasons. Skipper Jon Gale attributed the success of the side to the overall strength of the squad and what he calls ‘the best bowling attack in the league’. A wealth of talent is available at 2nd XI level and this is highlighted by the fact that of the 25 players who played in 2015 all but two have 1st XI experience. Chris Wigley, the left-arm spinner, and Ben Donovan, “an exciting prospect and very quick”, took 50% of all wickets this year and featured in the league’s top 3 bowlers. Wigley topped the league averages with 39 wickets at 14.67 and was a constant threat. Donovan finished third with 32 wickets at 14.63 and was superb all season, finishing with well-deserved games in the 1st XI. The skipper emphasises Reigate is not a two-man attack as they have several other top bowlers available on a weekly basis. These include Steven Hirst, Toby Briggs, Steven Cross, all consistent and “go to” men, with Harry McInley and Richard Stevens being added to the attack when available and not playing 1st XI. On the batting front, Gale feels “there’s still a long way to go!". It was great that 4 batsmen made centuries (Macdonald, Luke Haughton, Lister and Hairs) but none of the top order were consistent enough to make five or six 50s, which would be key to a successful championship season if the side did not have such a potent bowling attack. A batter who did stand out was Jon Smith, who made three 50s in 7 innings and Jordan Bunyan showed his quality and finished the season strongly. It might sound a little negative but it is up to the same group to help the club’s first team move forward and challenge for more silverware with home grown players. For this to happen standards need to continue to improve. The squad needs to be hard on themselves and push for bigger and better things in 2016. An up and down season for the 3rd XI, who ended up finishing second again after a good run of results at the end of the year. This was a tremendous effort when one considers that 53 different players turned out for 94 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports the side. A horrific run of 5 defeats in a row in mid-season was what really did for the side and it was to the team’s credit that it bounced back and won 7 of the last 8 games, the other being abandoned. Antony Ireland and Nick Rotsey led the way with the bat, both scoring over 350 runs but the highlights of the year were 149* from fifteen year old Rory Haughton and 128 from his elder brother Luke. Matt Packham, Shayne Cossey and Simon Wickham were the pick of the season's bowlers, with skipper James Brickley being as reliable as ever. Two years ago, upon entering the 4th XI Premier, the 5th XI won only 6 games, the following year 8. This year the side managed 11 wins; the progress is undeniable and promising. However, in order to attain the ultimate goal of winning the league it is essential that the side gets out of the blocks quicker next season. One win from the first five games immediately made reaching the top of the table an ominously large task. The side this year have played a Robin Hoodesque role in the league, taking points from the teams at the top and donating them to the struggling teams. A combination of a more positive start and a more clinical approach against the lower teams will be the key to next year. Key players were Simon Morris, Geoff Chay, Mike Coxon, Matt Van Staden, Aaron De Mello, Olly Mayes and Justin Dempsey. Although there have been many vital contributions from others, these players have been the backbone of the side, and without them a 4th place finish would have been a long way away. RIPLEY www.pitchero.com/clubs/ripley Main Ground The Green, Ripley, Woking GU23 6AN 01483 223964 Power 3rd XI Ground Coldharbour Road, Pyrford GU22 8ST 01932 342076 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A Sam Hoggett Neal Panting N/A Andrew Giles 07769 686722 07515 008525 07879 623303 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Abbas Sheikh Justine Ayears Jeremy Russell Steve Hill TJ Compson Mike Baddock 07775 583403 07960 858771 07808 331435 07774 177771 07939 055777 01932 403998
After a successful campaign last season, culminating in gaining promotion, this was Ripley 2nd XI’s first season in division 4. The aims for the season were to not get relegated and to make sure Ripley competed in every game played. The team achieved the first target well, finishing a very respectable 5th. The second aim the team struggled with; not helped by coming up against "1st XI players" at times! Despite this there were some excellent individual performances. Firstly with the bat was the ever reliable John Grimsdale who was 3rd leading run scorer in the league, scoring 423 runs, including one century. With the ball there were some fantastic efforts; Matt Russell had a great season taking 31 league wickets and Nad Rashid proved to be his ever reliable self (34 wickets) leaving him top league wicket taker again. There were also some valuable contributions from Chris Wales (24 wickets) and Harry Jamil (22). With some better player availability next season Ripley could be challenging for the league. This was the first year in the Championship for the 3rd XI and it proved a roller coaster of an experience for all involved. From staring relegation in the face to blowing a chance to finish 3rd, the season had it all! The season started with 3 aims, which were to stay in the league, compete in every game and to play as many colts as possible to help with developing Ripley CC. The side stayed up, played a lot of kids and only did not really compete in a few games. As a small village club competing against clubs who are much bigger, the team did ok! This included some last over wins against Cranleigh and Chertsey plus not being able to defend 276 against Esher. Looking back these were some great games and real adverts for the league. The team had some great individual performances with the league’s top wicket taker Lee Fleming with 31, Dan Searle scoring over 500 league runs and Jamie Saunders claiming 19 dismissals behind the sticks, also the skipper Neal Panting going past 300 runs despite missing 4 games, Rob Ward making a return after 8 years and contributing valuable runs and wickets. Tom Clover, Charlie Anderson, Harry Fish, Toby and Marcus Zapp and George Geeves all made telling contributions as colts! Great effort by everyone who played! Congratulations to Ashford who won the league! The captain would like to thank Abbas Sheikh for helping to sort out the temporary pitches and looks forward to playing everyone again next year.
95 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports SANDERSTEAD www.pitchero.com/clubs/sandersteadcricketclub Main Ground Old Saw Mill, Limpsfield Road, Sanderstead CR2 9EA 07872 346982 Power 3rd XI Ground Sanderstead Recreation Gd, Limpsfield Road CR2 9EE 07872 346982 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Greg Pettifor Richard Key Stuart Elleray Richard Carey Amanda Lee 07989 399705 07904 396501 07925 508014 07725 592824 07956 356519 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec David Ottewill Thomas Palfrey Thomas Palfrey Derek Rushforth Jacqui Pettifor Keith Haynes 07721 081975 07872 346982 07872 346982 07804 653627 07759 078646 07979 000233
This was a superb season for the new-look Sanderstead 1st XI and it culminated in promotion as league champions. A slow start quickly turned around when a couple of players returned from injuries, combined with the return of the school boys. The bowling was Sanderstead’s strength, which was led by Matt Hilton and Simon Carter who both took over 30 wickets each. They were ably assisted by George Jackson, Phil Roodt, Scott Pettifor and James Allen, who made up the rest of a seam heavy bowling attack. Carter was also ever present in the batting department with over 550 runs to his name. There were also contributions with the bat from overseas Abdul Muzammil, Johann Branch, Richie Bull, captain Gregg Pettifor, Tyler Ward and Jonny Lock. The team is looking forward to facing the challenges that Division 4 will bring next year and expect to be pushed for places by the impressive bunch of younger lads the club boasts, who accomplished the impressive feat of being the Surrey Trust development champions for the second year running. Sanderstead 2nd XI had a mixed season which saw the side finish comfortably mid-table. The side started slowly, however grew as the year went on as availability improved and players began to find form. The first half of the season was tough for the side; after winning dramatically in the opening game of the season against Egham with one wicket to spare after Owen Rees’s heroic 68*, the side went on to lose its next 5 games. The turning point would be provided away to Ashford with vice-captain Rob Rushforth as skipper for the day. The side mustered a winning draw which could well have been a win if the weather had held out; M. Taylor’s 5 wicket haul in this game was a highlight. The side would then go on to win 6 of its next 9 games, finishing the season strongly. Alongside the feats mentioned, standout performances for the year were as follows; Bowling: R. Keys 5 for 20 vs. Egham, O. Rees 4 for 16 vs. Chipstead, D. Robinson 4 for 21 vs. Oxted and Batting: T. Ottewill 80 vs. Chipstead, R. Wallbank 78 vs. Ashford and W. Abdul 78 vs. Ashford. The side’s makeup with so many youth players provides great encouragement for the club. To see many of last year’s youngsters progress into the 1st XI and play an active role in gaining promotion is great for the club. However, the 2nd XI should be aiming to push for promotion itself next season. Thanks to D. Rushforth and P. Sherlock for umpiring as well as D. Sadler and SJ. Sherlock for scoring. After a successful first campaign in Division 2 last year confidence was high for the 3rd XI and the first game of the season would prove that it was not going to be a dull season! Chasing a mammoth total of 260 against Guildford City needing 12 an over with only a few overs left, a win looked impossible. However, an unbelievable innings of 153* by Lance Harris including 4 consecutive sixes and a maximum to win the match off the penultimate ball saw one of the most incredible wins in Sanderstead’s history. The innings from Lance was the finest the captain had ever seen and might ever see. The exciting start continued with an agonising last ball, one wicket defeat to Purley the following week. However, two great wins in a row against Hampton Wick saw the team hit the heights of 3rd place in June. It was a season of significant milestones with one of highest scores, not just in 3rd XI but Sanderstead’s history, of 284 being posted against Old Whits. Another high point in the season was a last gasp one run win over Trinity Mid Whitgiftans which would prove critical at the end of the season. Poor availability and playing against some strong teams saw a mid to late season slump leaving the side near the relegation zone in August. Safety was comfortably assured by winning the final two games to finish in a very respectable 6th place. A special thanks to the ever present umpire and former 3rd XI stalwart Patrick Sherlock for his help throughout. A big thank you to all who played; here's to another successful campaign in 2016! The 4th XI had an enjoyable season with games played in a good spirit and some enjoyable post-match socialising with opponents. Highlights included finishing 6th, 2 places higher than in 2014, scoring 200+ against Beddington and bowling out Addiscombe for 55. Disappointments included being bowled out by Addiscombe for 55, (match tied, Sanderstead batting second after being 41 for 0!) and more fragile batting, managing scores of only 47 and 46 against champions Ashtead and 46 against Battersea. Near misses included losing to 3rd placed Oxted by 1 wicket and by 3 runs and winning draws against Addiscombe and Dorking, the latter being rained off when only 4 runs were needed to win. Leading wicket takers were Chris Carey (23), Charlie Carroll (17), Dan Carey (16) and Keith Haynes (15) supported by young Jack Pettifor who in his first full season produced an economy rate below 2 runs per
96 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports over including 6 overs, 2 wickets for 0 runs against Addiscombe. Only 6 players managed 100 runs in the season. Sofiane Mahadevan (275 including 87 vs. Beddington) led the way supported by Chris Carey (167) and Charlie Carroll (135). Chris Carey (8 catches) and Shahruk Khan (5) took the fielding awards. SHEEN PARK www.sheenpark.play-cricket.com 3rd XI Ground Palewell Common Drive, East Sheen SW14 8RE For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Ian Appleby 07967 310460
SHEPPERTON www.shepperton.play-cricket.com 3rd XI Ground Manor Park, Russell Road, Shepperton TW17 8JR 01932 221722 For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Will Trotty 07757 623522
SINJUNGRAMMARIANS www.wandsworthcricket.co.uk Main Ground Trinity Fields, Trinity Road, Tooting, SW17 7DP 07950 459865 WiFi 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A Asim Hafeez Joey Crouse Shafqat Malik Daniel Roberts 07956 462956 07939 806026 07904 070007 07941 643151 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Asim Hafeez Zohaib Sheikh Harpal Singh Louwrens Verwey Harpal Singh Sakib Shafi 07956 462956 07908 522156 07950 459865 07435 967707 07950 459865 07958 535818
The season started with much promise; the 2nd XI captain Kash, continuing from the stable position of 2015 along with his regular players, topped off a fine win against Kingstonians to commence the campaign. An exemplary 65 from Maruf Khan gave the team a much needed edge to be confident with. Things went reasonably well with 4 more wins out of the next 7 games which meant the 2s were in a decent position. Due to the first team suffering selection woes with a new captain, balance was required within the club to ensure that the 1st XI did not suffer. In turn, the 2s lost a number of key regular players including Haris Khan the vice skip as well as Joe K. The momentum was against the team; Maruf Khan, undoubtedly one of the club’s fiercest batsmen, was only available for a limited number of games though making a number of match winning contributions with some fine 100s as well as regular wickets and catches, proving once again his fine all round cricketing ability. Kash the skipper handed the mantle over to Shaf, while he took over from a flailing first team in order to instil some well needed experience, much to the expense of the 2nd team. The last 7 games only yielding 2 wins meant that the team, limited in personnel as well as some new faces particularly inexperienced Bilal Mohamed an upcoming colt, was just able to settle in a mid-table position, safe after having teetered with relegation. Bilal’s contribution is worth noting as coming through the new colts’ system he has shown adaptability to the seniors flourishing with the bat on more than one occasion. Possibly with more changes yet to come, the 2nd XI will no doubt benefit from an overall club balance which will be required in 2016. The 3rd XI season started with a few players leaving and a few new faces joining the club. The 3rd XI captain Asim Hafeez did well to keep a few regulars from last year. As the season progressed, the team lingered mid-table with some of the results going the right way and some shocking defeats. The critical turning point of the season was an away game to Chipstead, the battle was fought epically, however with 11 overs to go the 2nd XI lost its final wicket and lost the game by one run. Radical changes were made, namely the opening bowler the great Sulaiman Saloojee stated he could not take the slow bowling from opposition spinners and needed pace on the ball and he needed to go up the order from his usual position at 6. Sulai was probably thinking of batting 4 or 5, however the brave Captain moved him to open the batting. This calculated gamble proved to be fruitful as Sulai scored his first ton of the season. Sulai’s performances with the bat and ball lifted the team; with Asim at the helm and Harpal Singh (vice captain) behind the stumps, SGs went from strength to strength. Key performances came from Zohaib Sheikh, Abu Bakr Malik, Arpit Patel and ‘captain fantastic’ Asim himself, not forgetting Jason Gill, the groundsman, who produced great wickets for the club this season. The final game of the season was crunch time. Merstham put the team in on a sticky wicket with all the batsmen shivering looking at the bowling line up and the pitch. After the fall of the first wicket there was a slight panic as the star Sulai went early. Jubar jumped at the chance to go in one down. Everyone watched, in epic glory Jubar smashed a flurry of 4s all over Merstham’s ground and made a quick fire 35, Asim was shocked at the transformation and the new renaissance of Jubar. With Harpal Singh catching the final wicket off Abu Bakr’s bowling SGs won the match and became the new Champions. SinjunGrammarians 3rd XI would like to thank each team in the 3rd XI East division for being great sportsmen and also look forward to playing new teams on new grounds. The 4th XI team with captain Carl Holding were once again stalwarts of the club. Relishing and enjoying every game before, during and after the match; the off field abilities matching the exuberance on the field with some notable performances by Charles Ueckerman, Ettiene Massyn, Jeet Basak, Ross De Gannes, Johnny Raaths and not forgetting the soon to be skipper Joey Crouse. The skipper Carl, as ever making 97 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports some worthy contributions with the ball meant the start to the season was impressive, 4 wins out of 5 put the side solidly in leadership contention pitted against some of the heavy weights within the league. 3 very close losses meant that momentum shifted and with the incumbent skipper Carl only a few games left before his retirement from SGs there was much work to be done. Joey, the incoming skipper crowned a fine season by topping most of the stats with a match winning 147* against Oxted & Limpsfield proving his worth as a replacement for Carl, whose last game was to be a memorable home win against Wimbledon. The final 3 games being hard fought against some worthy opposition, particularly an away win at Streatham, proved to be the rubber stamp of Joey's leadership qualities as well as some fine individual performances from newcomer Faruk Patel and the trusted RDG.
Well done boys, a fine and resolute season with much more to come, no doubt, in 2016. SPENCER cricket.spencerclub.org Main Ground Spencer CC, Fieldview, Wandsworth SW18 3HF N/A Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Jonathan Speller James Smith Cameron Ponsonby Hussain Jafri Jamie Greig 07909 882943 07739 805935 07534 182603 07882 434573 07774 253164 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Neil Harrison Matt Nunn James Smith Susannah Sodha Alain Jason Ian Brown 07834 312148 07767 777825 07739 805935 0208 874 2712 07775 893650 07952 446246
The 1st XI, for the second season in a row, suffered a poor run of form to go from 1st to 5th in the second half of the summer. Five wins in a row at the start including a 1 wicket win over champions Ashtead saw the side flying high before Tube strikes and the lure of after work beers on a Thursday night meant that people found excuses to not attend training. As a result winning positions were often squandered in games as catches were dropped and regularly heavily punished as six out of the last eight games were lost. The batting was led by Pakistan overseas Shahzaib Hasan who attacked spin brutally for 561 runs @ 46. Krishna Sivakumaran (399 @ 36) scored his maiden 1st XI century with 130* against Old Whits two weeks after being barbecued on 95 at East Molesey. MCC Young Cricketer Jamie Harris played well at the top of the order including a fine unbeaten century to chase down 290 away at Chipstead. Hasan also led the bowling with 27 wickets @ 19 with a best of 7 for 52 on a dustbowl at Banstead, Welsh newcomer Max Scarr (26 @ 21) with his left arm spin and Jon Speller (26 @ 23) were also excellent. Alex Tudor retires from League Cricket after a great career with England, Surrey, Essex and Spencer and his personality will be hugely missed. The side will have a very different look in 2016 and there is a real chance for current players to put their own stamp on the side. Thanks very much to the Brown family for the teas and an improved lunch. Major thanks also to Chris Lowe for his wonderful scoring and tweeting. Spencer 2nd XI managed to go one step further and bounce back from last season's heartbreak at Ashtead with a dramatic title win. After dominating the time games (six wins, three winning draws and just one defeat) it was Spencer's to lose but unexpected reverses at Beddington and at home to Old Ruts put things back in the balance. Four points were needed at Farnham on the last day and the last one was achieved off the very last ball of the season, nine down. Star performances with the bat came from Khawar Saleem once again, with 466 runs @ 51.78. A terrific hundred against Valley End set up a one run win and three other fifties turned games around. Aymun Ali kept improving with three excellent 50s at the start of the season to win games chasing and he will want to go better than his 383 runs next year. Chris Swainland came into the team and added a lot with the gloves and his 300 runs came at better than a run a ball which really helped to shape games in the middle order. Harry Bardon scored a fine ton at Walton and the Jafri brothers scored important runs when the team needed them the most. Full seasons from Saqib Malik and Calvin Williams are a must next year as the side only saw glimpses of their potential. With the ball, Julian Hodges returned and was the backbone of the attack and deserved every one of his 26 wickets; 6 for 43 to take out Valley End away was exceptional. Sameer Khan's variation kept things tight in the middle overs and spin twins Gus Grant and Mohsin Jafri combined for 41 wickets @ 17. Grant's 8 for 14 ripped the guts out of Epsom and set up a valuable win, while Jafri bowled with excellent control and his leg spin got the team through the tail quickly on many occasions. A couple of young seamers are on the shopping list for next year along with more runs for the senior batters but with good kids coming through Spencer are up for the challenge. There is nowhere to hide in the Premier League but after a five year absence, Spencer are back where they want to be. The 3rd XI stayed up, just. At 60 for 4 chasing 170 in the final game knowing it was win or bust there was a chance this report could have been very different but thanks to a fantastic knock by Tom Gadsby the 3s guaranteed Premiership cricket for another year. Now this report may read a bit rose tinted or even biased and that is because it is. If the saying “you make your own luck” is true then the side was clearly paying the
98 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports price for something. Two washouts when victory seemed inevitable, a tie, failing to get that final Wimbledon wicket and, bizarrely, a match abandoned in a close game with Dulwich when Umer Riaz managed to knock himself out in the process of taking (dropping) a catch. It was too often a case of not quite getting over the line and with 24/20 points awarded for a win that leads to the league position suffering heavily. A highlight of the season was, without doubt, the win over Malden Wanderers. Both sides had obviously benefitted from a strong selection week, which led to a match of a surprisingly high standard. With all three other Spencer sides having won in good time a tight finish was played out in front of a crowd of 50 plus. The team rose to the occasion with Archie MacPherson playing back-to-back scoops for four as the crowd cheered the team to a three-wicket win and a Spencer full house. Glover and Wilmer did a bit too... A fantastic season for the 4th XI considering it started with 2 losses to Wimbledon and Dulwich. Fixtures ahead were tough as well with Banstead, who were undefeated from last year, and back-to-back games with Sunbury lined up before meeting Wimbledon again. The side improved quickly as they pretty much eased through the mentioned fixtures with authority. Adam Burton went berserk with the bat against Banstead at home smashing 97* and chasing down 165 in just 21 overs. Ali Naqvi starred with the bat at Sunbury scoring 77 as Spencer won by 163 runs. Spencer then inflicted a similar margin of defeat at home, winning by 8 wickets in the back-to-back clash with Fareed Rehman picking up 5 for. A team effort took care of Wimbledon as Ali Naqvi, Adam Fradgley and Aun Naqvi scored half centuries chasing 209 only 3 down. A hiccup in the middle with a rain affected draw to Banstead and a loss to Reigate hurt Spencer in their push for the title but the side then went on to win 5 out of 6 games to draw level with Dulwich at the top going into the last few games. Shakir Farooqi picked up back to back 5 wicket hauls against Normandy and Sinjuns while William Johnson’s 4 for 13 vs. Streatham was key and Patrick Osbourne and Alex Spencer showed good consistency throughout. Last four games of the season and the equation was simple; win all and hope for the best. It turned out to be a roller coaster ride and the team fell just short of Wimbledon but ahead of Dulwich by a point to finish runners up, something never achieved by Spencer 4s before. Skipper Hussain Jafri topped with ball (24 @ 15) and bat (375 @ 31), Aun Naqvi (314 @ 39) and Nasir Younas (17 @ 23) were the stars in a great team. STAINES & LALEHAM www.staineslaleham.play-cricket.com Main Ground The Faulkners, Worple Road, Staines TW18 1HR 01784 456399 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Adam Smith Andy Cranston Matt Phillips Gary Bonnick Eric Carty 07809 847027 07946 648389 07794 624495 07947 399789 07917 753786 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Peter Bower Chris Hunt Brett Archer Tom Howick Terry Fearn Ryan Ramdin 07711 734001 07914 411228 07584 392465 07545 543503 07814 650534 07917 692016
Following an extremely disappointing 2014 season and the 1st XI’s lucky reprieve from relegation, the hope was that the 2015 season would offer a reverse in fortunes! How wrong could the team have been! In fact 2015 was an even greater disaster. It would be easy to look for excuses but the reality was that the side was just not good enough. There were opportunities to turn strong positions into victories but once the team started to struggle the side did not know how to capitalise and too often the most that could be achieved was a draw. In such a disappointing season there were few highlights. Four batsmen made over two hundred runs but none over 300 which speaks volumes, with OP Artwell Nyambanje leading the way with 267. With the ball Sean Archer led the way with 30 wickets at 22.20, a very commendable performance in a difficult season. Alongside Sean, seamer Saeed Ahmed was also excellent with 18 @ 21.67 and it is hoped that in 2016 he will be able to play more regularly. Young seamer Ciaran Dunne continues to improve and he has a bright future ahead, as does all-rounder Ben Nannery who broke into the 1st XI this season. Despite this difficult season miraculously the 1st XI has been offered yet another life line and will remain in Division 3 for 2016. This unusual and, probably, unprecedented turn of events must not be squandered and the club hopes to have new personnel in place for 2016. Thanks, as always, to the Executive and Umpires who remain committed to a thankless job. 4th XI cricket is not easy on a number of levels and this was the case for Staines in 2015. That having been said the majority of fixtures were fulfilled and opportunities were afforded players old and new which really must be what 4th XI cricket is all about. Some fine talent continues to emerge in the shape of Nathan Herring, Harrision Kent, Alex Leeks and Charlie Russell, to name just a few. All show talent for the future and the club hopes to be able to offer them the right development path in 2016. A huge thank you must be given to skipper Gary Bonnick who showed unwavering enthusiasm and who made numerous last minute phone calls to ensure the side had a full complement. In closing the club would like to thank Steve Honey and Artwell Nyambanje for the ground care and Jane Walgate for her savoury treats!
99 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports STOKE D’ABERNON www.stokecc.co.uk Main Ground Recreation Ground, Stoke D’Abernon KT11 3PS Power 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors James Trower Jason Earl N/A N/A Andrew Trower 07557 024268 07948 028298 07940 179797 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Andrew Patrick Joanne Patrick Adrian Taylor Andrew Patrick Caroline Neat Ralph Coleman 07920 583781 07764 156113 07889 846646 07920 583781 07932 197735 07752 142294
2015 was always going to be a transitional season with the 1st XI commitment to giving opportunities to younger players. Consequently results and performances varied but the team still managed a creditable 5th place and identified a few future stars. The first two games were lost as the new-look team formed but lessons were learned quickly and a run of five wins, two of them against the promoted sides, saw the team briefly lead the table before a four game winless run meant lost ground that it was impossible to recover due to lack of experience rather than ability. The early wins were set up by top order contributions from Jack Raimondo, who scored 271 of the 356 runs he made for the season before the end of June; Ian Hopton, Nick Lo, Will Gudgeon and James Whitmarsh also made half-centuries. Hopton scored runs consistently all season; the only ever present amongst 34 players used. Lower and middle order runs came from Matt Gottschalk, Marcus Mahne, Billy Newman, Giacomo Gray, Will Thomson and James Corbishley. Nico Spreeth worked his way up the order and made a fine 81 opening at Old Pauline, a game where James Trower hit one of his two half-centuries. The individual performance of the season came from Gudgeon (484 @ 37.23) who hit 154 in a narrow win over Churt; the club’s highest ever individual score in the league and helped him lead the runs aggregate. With the ball, Hopton (28 wickets) bowled the most overs. The supporting cast was led by Toby Tarrant (22 @ 18.05) and Adrian Mills (16), who took the only 5-fors in the same match against Weybridge Vandals. Spreeth and Gottschalk were also effective operators; Spreeth took a hat-trick against Alleyn. Gray and Alex Bond showed good depth to the side’s seam-bowling stock. The team looks forward to 2016 with optimism. This was a year of consolidation for the 2nd XI after the cruellest of relegations. New captain Jase Earl threw everything into the job and was a popular leader. The team started with three wins from four; Alistair McMillan (58* vs. Oxshott) and Nick Lo (49* vs. Chertsey and 72* vs. Alleyn) showing good early form but an unexpected shortage of runs from others led to a five game winless run, although a couple were hard-earned draws that might have been lost in 2014. As the season continued and more players became available results improved but there were still inconsistencies. Successive wins over Kingstonian and champions Guildford City were followed by a clumsy defeat to Alleyn and a failed run chase against Chertsey. Andy Page led the batting aggregates with 350 runs @ 31.82; McMillan (310), Earl (284) and Lo (256 @ 51.20) were also consistent performers. Alastair Curran, Ben Holder, Will Thomson and Billy Zander, all under 19, also scored half-centuries and subsequently played 1st XI cricket. Fielding first in 15 of the games played, Earl used the many bowling options at his disposal. By giving them all chances only Lo (5 for 35 vs. Chertsey) bagged a five-for. Twelve other bowlers took three or four wickets in a match. Earl himself led the aggregates with 29 wickets @ 14.41; Duncan Elder was a welcome addition, bowling much better than his final stats suggested but the bowling effort will best be remembered for the emergence of 15 year old Jack Townsend who took 21 wickets @ 17.81. A staggering 43 different players were used, including girls’ captain Amy Page who batted for over an hour to save one match and 12-year-old Tom Lawes who made 28 on debut in another successful chase. The side always had fun; ending with a mid-table finish that it is hoped can be improved on in 2016. STREATHAM & MARLBOROUGH www.streathammarlboroughcc.co.uk Main Ground Dulwich Common, London SE21 7EX 0208 693 4638 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Dan Ellis Armani Sharif Sagar Mehta Paul Henly Sally Keith 07949 230664 07951 832999 07983 333709 07929 585565 07946 528642 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec John Greenwood Karen Klomp Alan Knott Eddie Goodchild Laurie Johnston Mark Bartolo 07900 224435 07920 742973 07583 895710 07415 137884 07787 525429 07830 655335 2015 was a season of two halves for SMCC’s 1st XI, having lost a few players from the previous season including the talented young skipper. The first half yielded just a single winning draw as three different captains tried in vain to secure victory. However, seeds had been planted with narrow losses in back-to-back games against the teams occupying promotion places and the squad entered the second half with renewed 100 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports confidence. The team proceeded to win half the remaining games showing resolve with the bat and persistence with the ball; a marked improvement. Dan Ellis (593 runs @ 46) led with the bat, with two centuries. Brathwaite and Knott also scored over 300 runs whilst Pickles returned to score 263 runs from his eight games. Leggett, too, chipped in with some important runs in the lower middle order. The bowlers were led by Brathwaite, who took 19 wickets at 26. Leggett (16 @ 26) and Drew (14 @ 27) also bowled some fantastic spells. The key to success in 2016 will be the ability to retain the existing set of players and obtain some consistency in availability. SMCC’s 2nd XI enjoyed an indifferent season. A change of captain after a few years and a change in personnel meant it had a transitional feel about it. Nevertheless, the side got off to a good start, winning two of the opening three limited overs games. Batting was good, setting competitive totals alongside bowling good line and length whilst being alert and lively in the field. The team was unlucky not to win the third of the opening limited overs games but was narrowly defeated in an early season nail biter. The middle period of declaration games proved to be more challenging, with a record of just two wins and a winning draw. There was a defining period of three games that contributed to any hopes of challenging for promotion slowly fading away. In all three games, the opposition was restricted to chaseable totals just over the 200 mark. Each chase started comfortably before batting collapses left the team 20-40 runs short. 72 points soon became a handful of bonus points; the difference between mid-table and promotion. The season finished well with two very good wins and some close games with this season's promotion contenders and champions. All in all, it was an enjoyable season of competitive cricket. At times the team showed how good it can be and has the capability of pushing for promotion next year. This is evident, as Daniel Johnson scored 396 runs including a maiden century, Saifullah contributed with 221 runs and 14 wickets and skipper Armani Sharif took 28 wickets alongside vital contributions at various points in the season from the rest of the lads. Roll on next season! SMCC’s 3rd XI went into the season off the back of a promotion and was quietly optimistic about its chances of a solid first year in Division 2. As it turned out, the side achieved much better than that; back-to- back promotions is a fantastic achievement for a group of players who encompassed both long standing members of the 3s as well as new players. The side produced dominating performances and at other points, showed true character and a belief in each other with a spirit which was strengthened weekly in the bar! Nishane Pillay led the team with 497 runs at an average of 41, helped by Bartolo (315 runs @ 35) and Vanderpant (233 @ 58). Dave Gladstone did not find the step up affected his wicket taking abilities to lead the side with 27 at 16 apiece. All the bowlers played their part in the season’s successes; Henderson took 22 wickets @ 15, Driscoll (20 @ 14), Mehta (18 @ 28) and Harris (17 @ 23). A bigger challenge awaits next year; onwards and upwards! SMCC’s 4th XI knew that a season in the Premier Division was always going to be a learning curve for all involved. Lucky enough to secure a core of players for most of the season, the team never lost hope and began their journey through the turbulent seas of the Premier Division with a strong win against Reigate Priory. Stringing together some good individual performances, the team could not seem to find the spark to get them performing like a well-oiled machine. Paul Henly, having the season of his life, was dependable in the top order and a golden arm with the ball in the middle overs. It is worth mentioning the whole team as each person fired in their own time, always getting the side close to the line, however sometimes not close enough. A season of personal bests and returning to long forgotten form had plenty of positives. Wickets and runs at the right times showed they had what it takes to compete at this level. The team had fun throughout the season and if a few calls had gone their way, they could have finished the season in a more comfortable position. However, it all ended well with the team safe and the club taking advantage of a relegation-free season. Overall, the fight for relegation at the back end of the season gave some old boys a chance to brush the rust off and show the youngsters how it is done. Finishing just clear of the drop zone, the side live to fight another season, hopefully slightly more successfully next year. SUNBURY www.sunburycricket.co.uk Main Ground Lower Hampton Road, Sunbury-on-Thames TW16 5PS 01932 783133 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors John Maunders Darren London Lomesh Sharma Manvinder Sehmi John Ventham 07545 149049 07468 520570 07341 339014 07737 340769 07769 657032 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Clive Shaw Karl Burgess Colin Bentall Neil Hughes Jane Cowell Bill Kincaid 07554 665140 07557 024503 07764 192815 07748 188887 07796 088012 01932 227827
The 1st XI achieved something that had never been done before at Sunbury in winning the Premier League. This was largely due to an astonishing run of 10 victories from the first 10 matches, including the early scalps of two teams that had dominated the league in recent seasons (Wimbledon and Reigate). There was a mid-season wobble but Sunbury had enough in hand to hold them off and lift the trophy at home, after
101 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports a dominant performance over Leatherhead, to spark many celebrations. A feature during the season was the ability of the batsmen to lift the team out of tough situations. Two young players, Ishy Sohi (69) and Sam Burgess (82) particularly impressed in partnerships with senior batsmen, turning mediocre starts into match winning totals. The bulk of the run scoring was made by John Maunders (704 @ 54) and Adam London (643 @ 49). Two new members for 2015 proved to be great assets in Nathaniel Gregory (337 @ 33) and overseas slow bowler Chris Green (552 runs @ 36) also took 40 wickets @ 12; a great all round performance. There were also valuable contributions with the bat from young left handers Rhythm Bedi and Shaun Ventham and from experienced run scorer Oliver Roland-Jones, by his own standards, not as regular as he would have liked but his presence and experience was a valuable asset to skipper Maunders. On the bowling front, Kevin Smith used the new ball with great skill and the opposing batsman always knew he would have to work hard to score; his season aggregate of 32 @ 14 was a great return. The three spinners complemented each other well and the skill of young Amar Virdi was exceptional, his attacking off spin resulted in 32 @ 17. Virdi is one of the most promising players in the county. Vishal Manro bowled with great control being the league’s only bowler to go for less than three runs per over, picking up 16 @ 18. Sohi bowled some pacey spells and returned with 15 @ 22. Seam bowlers Maunders and Stanier both had their moments picking up key wickets. London was excellent behind the stumps; his league tally of 34 victims was 10 clear of the next best. It will not be easy but the 1st XI will be determined to match the feat of the 2015 season and with the current mix of experience and youth they must surely have a good chance of retaining their title. Although the 2nd XI did not emulate the achievements of the 1st and 3rd XIs, it was a solid year that can be built upon for a title challenge in 2016. Losing 4 of the first 5 games really put the team behind the curve. The win, sandwiched between the defeats, came against Wimbledon which was very satisfying. A six game unbeaten run followed including a tie against Guildford. It meant going into the game against Reigate knowing that a win would put them in with a chance. Unfortunately the best team in the league proved why they were deserved champions with a comprehensive 75 run win. Four more victories followed, with the only defeat coming at home to Ashtead which ensured a 3rd place finish and confirmed that with some progression, the team could really push Reigate. Key performances came from Ross Wright (113 vs. Weybridge), Dan Pope (6 for 42 vs. Weybridge), Ajit Singh Sambhi (5 for 50 vs. Wimbledon), Alex Hughes (5 for 59 vs. Wimbledon), Adam Stanier (5 for 67 vs. Guildford) and Darren London (127 vs. Weybridge). The other positives, particularly towards the end of the season, were the emergence of youngsters Abhay Gonella and Connor Fulton who, when given the chance, batted with maturity far beyond their years. Saran Kalsi deserves a special mention as one of the real positives from the season, leading the bowling charts with 27 in his breakthrough year in the 2nd XI. Alex Hughes (26 @ 14), James Birch (19 @ 17) and Ajit Singh Sambhi (19 @ 13) provided excellent support. Darren London led the batting (553 @ 40) with Sam Burgess (302 @ 23) and Ross Wright (277 @ 31) and Robbie Hughes (251 @ 28) making other significant contributions. Stronger commitment at the start will help the 2nd XI make a stronger challenge for the title next season. After a couple of seasons of pushing Wimbledon and Reigate right to the wire, Sunbury 3rd XI would go one step further in dominating the league taking the 3rd XI title for the first time in 15 years. The season started strongly winning 9 and adding a winning draw from the first 11 games and eventually confirmed the championship at home to Wimbledon, with 3 games to go. The season was built around consistent team performances with individuals excelling with both bat and ball at key moments throughout the season. Captain Curt Higgins led from the front with the bat, scoring 612 @ 51 including 130* at home against Wimbledon. Lomesh Sharma shone again with the bat, constantly playing his naturally aggressive game to put the side in a positive position at the top of the order, finishing with 444 league runs including 5 fifties. The other big contributor with the bat was Jack Southby, whose 387 @ 43 included a vital match winning 93* at home to Spencer at the beginning of the season. Youngsters Harveer Mahajan and Ed Hughes showed their potential with knocks of 101 against Reigate and 81* at Spencer respectively; both will hope to progress and play more 2nd XI cricket next season. Matt Golding and Colin Bentall have played plenty of 2nd XI cricket and having their experience in the team on a consistent basis was very important. Golding showed his class with the bat throughout the season, especially with a very important 47* at home to Dulwich to win by 1 wicket. Bentall was the stand-out bowler with his attacking off-spin taking 33 wickets at 15 and was a constant threat in any situation. Opening bowler Ranjit Gopi used the new ball effectively throughout, taking early wickets and finishing the season with a well-deserved total of 22 @ 25. He was ably supported by Shirsh Bedi returning 16 wickets. Spinners Higgins and Sharma also chipped in with the ball, taking 23 and 20 wickets respectively. The 3rd XI’s improvement on previous seasons was mainly down to the great blend of experienced heads and plenty of improving young talent. As they say, the easy bit is winning the title; the hard bit is retaining it! Waiting another 15 years for the next title would be unthinkable. This was a tough season for the 4th XI, which is shown in the side’s league position, finishing 7th in the Premier Division, compared with 3rd in 2014. Poor availability and injuries prevented the 4th XI from having 102 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports a consistent and strong team throughout the season. With availability being an issue early on, the experienced heads of Anoop Manro and Jerry Smith returned to league cricket and made a big difference. Manro top scored with 398 @ 25 and Smith 204 @ 29 along with 12 wickets @ 21. They were both very influential in keeping the team near the middle of the table. Captain Steven Smith and David Price, two regular bowlers, both suffered early season injuries and only played a handful of games each. The pressure was on the other bowlers to perform and two stood out. Leading wicket taker Jay Plaha (21 @ 28) improved throughout the season and can be proud of his contribution. He also scored 272 runs @ 21. Once again experienced campaigner Nobby Clarke (19 @ 22) made a valuable contribution, supporting the team on and off the field of play. Reliance was high on young players coming up through the club and they proved to be very strong for their age; many of them will go on to become valuable players in the coming years. One batsman, Matt Chappell (340 @ 38) excelled on his return to Sunbury and had a very good season and got runs in crucial games; he will be looking to push into the 3rd XI next season. As players return from injury for next season and the young players grow stronger and improve, the team has high hopes to return to the top end of the division. SUTTON www.suttoncricketclub.com Main Ground Gander Green Lane, Sutton SM1 2EH 0203 380 3236 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Holmwood Close, Cheam SM2 7JL 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Daniel Edwards Sam Woods Chris Moore Dan Krayenbrink Peter Edwards 07882 469255 07540 782350 07837 500860 07976 071677 07720 446841 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Ron Lambe Matthew Gardner Peter Edwards Simon Clarkson Julie Sobrattee Peter Edwards 07803 898236 07906 260844 07720 446841 07734 809083 07753 321250 07720 446841
Sutton 1st Xl had an up-and-down season. Having won eight games, lost eight, one drawn and one abandoned, an overall finish of 5th in the Surrey championship was a fair result for the team who played some brilliant cricket mixed with some mediocre performances. The team, led by new captain Garth Davson, was represented by 20 players throughout the season, 3 of whom only played one match due to the ever-changing availability of the side. On the bowling front, wickets were shared around with only one 5-wicket haul throughout the season by skipper Davson. Mathew Cawood was the most successful bowler with 28 wickets @ 25 with his left-arm spin, along with newcomer Aman Shinwari who bagged 23 wickets @ 25. Cawood’s standout performance was against Guildford with 18 overs, taking 4 for 38 while Shinwari contributed with 4 for 43 to knock over the Reigate top-order and set up a memorable victory! Other notable performances were Dan Douthwaite who took 17 wickets including 4 for 35 and 3 for 33 against champions Sunbury and Kieran Corbett taking 4 for 17 against Guildford. On the batting front three players averaged 40 or over. Garth Davson led the way with 744 runs at an average of 46.5 and contributed 4 hundreds. Gary Outram scored 472 runs @ 43 and Surrey youngster Harry Allen scored 596 runs @ 40 along with 17 wickets. Harry’s most notable performance was a century away from home against Reigate which showed maturity and his development into a true all-round player. Luke Smith scored a valuable 89* to seal the deal against Weybridge and Mark Rose scored a fine 86 in a losing draw against Beddington. Last but not least Sutton wicketkeeper, Russell Coombe, finished his final season by achieving the record for most dismissals in the Surrey Championship. Seven wins, one draw and nine losses surprisingly saw the 2nd XI finish in a respectable 5th place. This was due, in part, to Sam Schofield, who, when not on school duties, scored 342 runs @ 48 and backed this up with 19 wickets @ 12.53. The other part was due to the club’s talented youngsters; in almost half the matches the side fielded seven or more under the age of 17. Two youngsters had a great season, Rehan Ratnasapabathy (15) scored 652 runs @ 59.27 with centuries against Valley End (103) and Epsom (125) and Shanaal Nathan (15) took 22 wickets @ 16.73 with best figures of 5 for 67 against Spencer. Keegan Taylor (17) from South Africa was the only other centurion (124 against Epsom) and finished the season with 317 runs. Jamie Smith (15) and Freddie Boys (15) looked real class when available from school and County commitments. Jamain Patel (15) and Owen Kennett (16) both hit half centuries which should give them confidence to turn those 50s into 100s next season. Evergreen Nick Clark bowled consistent line and length and captured 14 wickets; injury towards the end of the season thwarted him getting more. Sai Patel (15) gained valuable experience and hopefully, if injury free, will have a big part in next year’s campaign. Young Connor Griffin (13) came into the side and bowled exceptionally well; his reward was 4 for 57 against Beddington. Josh Blake (16) had a great season behind the stumps and was duly rewarded with matches in the 1st XI. It was great to see the return of Sam Woods which helped strengthen the team with his experience with bat and ball. The team would like to thank Clive Quinton for umpiring most of the matches and Sam Griffin for scoring,
103 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports both really appreciated for all they have done. Thank also to the tea ladies, Sarah and Chris. Despite the best efforts of those that represented the 3rd XI, the season finished with relegation to Division 1. Inconsistent availability throughout the season resulted in an ever changed line up; in fact only 4 players played more than 10 league games. The batting was dominated by Jules Jayasekaran (287 runs), Rob Griffin (283) and Jamie Griffin (277), including a memorable day for the Griffin family when they both scored their maiden hundreds in the same game. On the bowling front, Rob Griffin (15 wickets), Steve Hall (12) and Connor Griffin (12) were the main wickets takers. A number of youngsters played in the side, Matthew Fenwick kept wicket tidily and showed promise with the bat, Harry Neale-Smith scored a 100, Lekan Ogunlana, Achal Srivastav and Luke Green all benefited from playing at this level. With improved availability then the team is confident of having a more successful 2016 season It was a difficult year for the 4th XI, with erratic availability throughout the club, fielding a 4th XI proved to be very challenging; thanks are due to all who turned out throughout the season. Dan Krayenbrink (176 runs) took on the captaincy role most weeks and along with Ani Ramadurai (161) and John Fordham (151) were the main runs scorers. Newcomer Milind Keer was leading wicket taker with 10 victims, youngsters Sam Mannion, Aidan Sheridan, Sam Blake and Luke Green all bowled with great enthusiasm and skill. Joe Lunn continued his development as a wicket keeper/ batsman. If the side can improve the availability then it is confident of having a more successful 2016 season. THAMES DITTON www.thamesdittoncricketclub.co.uk Main Ground Giggs Hill Road, Thames Ditton KT7 0BT 07518 381887 3rd XI Ground Old Pauline CC, St Nicholas Road KT7 0PW Phone Captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors N/A N/A Jai Patel N/A Patrick Kennedy 07855 103060 07747 627830 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Patrick Kennedy Geoff Dryden Andrew Salter Brian Nathan Liz Rigby Tom Pemberton 07747 627830 07813 805645 07595 752267 07505 711330 07790 276754 07840 526873
2015 was far more successful than 2014 as the 2nd XI recorded its first league win in just under two years. The team led by new captain Amrik Natt, chalked up four wins in total, however the team was ultimately relegated. As with many other local teams the club has been struggling with playing numbers, which is the primary reason for the team’s struggles this year. That first win came against Horsley & Send after top knocks from Oliver Park (75) and Shah (53) and a superb bowling effort from Akash Kapoor, who finished with 7 for 55. On the final day of the season after relegation had been confirmed the previous week, the team recorded a morale boosting win. Chasing 93 to win, the team was in an awful position at 24 for 7 when Amrik Natt (32*) and Akash Kapoor (23*) got together to record an unbeaten partnership of 71 to see the team home. A special mention to Akash Kapoor for his impressive tally of 32 league wickets in 16 league games with two 6 fors and a 7 wicket haul in an innings. Akash finished as the fourth highest wicket taker in the division. Hamza Butt was an ever present and had a commendable first season for the club’s 2nd XI. He finished with 26 wickets and 172 runs. The arrival of Shah proved a god-send as he played every game after joining the club and he was not a bad player either! Shah scored 198 runs with 2 half centuries. Finally Oliver Park played 13 games, the majority of which as the team’s make-shift keeper; he performed admirably behind the stumps and also contributed with the bat making 243 runs. Although the team did not manage to remain in the league there were many positive performances which the club hopes to take forward to the next season. They say consistency is the key to success and sadly the perils of team selection took its toll on the club and in turn over 40 players were used in the 3rd XI. The season started with some promise, narrowly losing out to Merstham by 7 runs giving the side plenty of hope but after being reduced to 9 for 6 at Chessington the group realised this may be a relegation dog fight again. Despite being in the bottom 2 for most of the season the team played in some thrilling games, none more so than the victories against Battersea and Leatherhead chasing down over 200 in both but only winning by 1 wicket. It is thanks to these wonderful team performances and also some 1-man cameos from the guys listed below that the 3rd XI stayed up. The side enjoyed some cracking grounds and some not so special thanks to Merstham and “The Ring”. The runs were shared between the mercurial Mike Robinson (365) with an average of 28.08, Matt Monk (a great addition to the club coming in for three games) scoring 224 runs at an average of 74.67, John Fairhust (223 @ 45) and Ed Vaughan (223 @ 21). The Player of the Season, Mike Robinson also picked up an impressive 23 wicket haul @ 20.05 and six fielding catches; the only other bowler to make double figures was Rob Jones taking 13 @ 27.79. Just as last year, the bowling economy was brilliant however the team lacked regular bowlers this year so suffered
104 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports with most needing “a few overs” to settle in. It would not be fair to fail to mention a marvellous maiden half century from Max Robinson and the return of the skipper Jai Patel after 11 months out due to injury. TRINITY MID-WHITGIFTIAN www.tmwcc.co.uk Main Ground Lime Meadow Avenue, Sanderstead CR2 9AS 0208 657 2014 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 4th XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Matt Winter Nick Cook Ian Roberts Dave Martin Stuart Clarke 07718 175054 07749 972669 07850 645318 07771 514672 07985 181077 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Nick Trend Robert Keenan Nick Trend Andy Blackmore Jesse James Andy Hillburn 07979 421677 0208 405 0727 07979 421677 07951 571801 07971 838168 0208 657 1825
After the disappointment of relegation in 2014 the 1st XI looked for consistency and continuity under new captain Matt Winter. With a couple of new recruits and the return of overseas player Savion Lara there was plenty of optimism within the squad. Following 2 defeats in the opening 3 games, the team built some momentum winning 5 of the next 7 games, including brilliant wins over Oxted & Limpsfied defending 170 and Bank of England against whom new recruit Rupesh Amin bowled superbly. With 6 games remaining the team was well placed to challenge for promotion but unfortunately it was unable to turn early season promise into another victory; including being bowled out for 60 chasing a modest 110 in the return against Oxted. Lara top scored with almost 600 runs and there were 2 hundreds from Kunal Patel whose 344 runs came in 7 innings; it is welcome news that he hopes to be available throughout 2016. Christian Bond also stepped up in his new role at number 5 scoring 370 runs including an excellent maiden hundred at Horsley & Send. With the ball, the captain led from the front and was ably supported by seamers Mike Brugnoli and Mark Roberts, while the spin trio of Amin, Lara and Paul Thorburn picked up 55 wickets between them. With a young team developing a strong bond, all thoughts turn to next season with a return to Division 2 very much at the forefront of everyone’s minds. As always, thanks go to Robert Keenan for his immaculate scoring. The 2nd XI completed a very successful season, finishing 3rd in the division. Most importantly, the season saw meaningful contributions from a number of younger players rather than relying on the old guard to score runs and take the wickets, although the likes of Nick Bradwell, Stuart Clarke and Nick Cook were invaluable when a little bit of experience was required. Ben Ives and Jack Murray were outstanding with the ball and there were encouraging spells from Stephen Self and James Warburton. Behind the sticks Aidan Barton and Robbie Warburton both performed well especially when you consider the concentration required in the longer format of adult cricket. Ally Osborn was the outstanding batsman in the team and it is hoped he will play a few more games next season to supplement his natural ability. In addition five different players scored centuries for the team. Of the 11 victories, the wins against the two promoted clubs appeared to be the most satisfying. However, that was until the last game when the team managed to defend a paltry 125 against a Woking side that needed to win in order to stay up. All the wicket takers were U18 and the side held its nerve to win by 6 runs. As ever, thanks go to Andrew Smith for scoring and to James Gibson for umpiring. The 2nd XI is always appreciative and it is a concern how many clubs have only one or neither nowadays. It is also worrying how many umpires’ decisions are being questioned at this level of the game and if not addressed can only lead to vital club members refusing to stand. In a prolific summer for the 3rd XI, 7 times the Mids passed 200, 5 times passing 220, with a top score of 262. Sadly, however, only one of those 7 games was won and in a tight and competitive league, losing 3 games in the last over to close rivals proved too big a hurdle to overcome, with relegation being sealed on the final day despite Faizan Ahsan’s stunning 77 in only a handful of balls. Scoring runs was rarely a problem with Raza Abidi scoring the most (337) in his debut season. Ten others passed 50 on at least one occasion. Dan Crouch deserves special mention for 2 big scores as well as coming up with two good spells of bowling. Even more remarkable was 13 year old Sam Williams carrying his bat after battling for 55 overs against Sanderstead having gone in at 0 for 2, which soon became 0 for 3. He did not deserve to be in a side that lost by 1 run! Finding a consistent bowling plan was more difficult. Mike Asbury, Mohammed Shafique and Ian Sutcliffe could always be relied upon, whilst Abidi, Eugene Carr and Michael Hughes always threatened to take wickets. Generally runs came too quickly and the team struggled to stem the flow when hard hitting batsmen got going. Although DRS would have come in handy on occasions, this is the area to work on next year. Thanks, as always, are due to umpires Paul Blackmore, Andy Munsey and John Piggin. Also to Keith Powell for scoring, Martin Butcher for providing the best 3rd team wickets in the League and Kevin Pacey for having an excellent win-percentage as stand-in skipper.
105 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports There is no hiding the fact that getting relegated was a massive disappointment but with good youngsters coming through and experienced players still performing well, there is every reason to be optimistic. The 4th XI encountered the usual problems that affect a bottom side, occasionally being short of players, although this was a less common situation than in the previous two seasons. However the effect was certainly more telling than before because the team was not such a balanced outfit and could not call upon the minimum 5 bowlers required in the limited overs format of the game. To compound the continuing wide range of ages (how many other clubs can boast an 80 year old amongst their number?), the division suffered from, at times, a wide gulf in standard that made it very difficult to be competitive and almost impossible to formulate a game plan to involve everyone. Three victories before the end of June, four including a walkover, flattered to deceive, as the second half of the campaign became more akin to ‘backs to the wall’ trench warfare. Dave Martin led from the front with the bat (356 runs – 4th in the division) and Steve Kember’s experience also provided solidity. In addition, half centuries were scored by Dan Crouch, Paul Morgan and Sam Williams. Gary Revel-Chion (17 wickets) and the returning Richard Frost (16, including an 8-for) were the leading bowlers from a group of 49 players that represented the side during the season. Particularly pleasing was the number of young players making their debut, of which Shiv Rana deserves mention for his consistent length and temperament. Four 2011 Trinity leavers joined as a group and hopefully enjoyed their cricket. Thanks are due to Paul Blackmore and John Piggin for umpiring. VALLEY END www.vecc.org.uk Main Ground Woodlands Lane, Valley End, Windlesham GU24 8TD 01276 856505 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Windlesham Road, Valley End, Windlesham GU24 8TD 01276 856505 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Darren Redwood Keith Fisher Malcolm Lee Robb Kerr James Young 07745 500202 07768 005870 07778 175512 07971 060917 01276 856505 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Donald Kingsnorth Karen Wallbridge Keith Fisher Gordon Kerr Mike Goodman Keith Fisher 01276 856505 01276 856505 01276 856505 01276 856505 01276 856505 01276 856505
The 1st XI came into the season with high hopes, after a dramatic escape in 2014. However, having looked like strengthening over the winter, a run of injuries quickly depleted the team and another poor start showed it would be a second successive relegation battle. There were high moments, including a vital win against Wimbledon in the middle of the season but in the end a bowling and fielding implosion that resulted in defeat at home to Beddington from an almost unassailable position would prove decisive. It did not look like being that way, victory in the return against Beddington as well as twice against Leatherhead left the team with a good chance of survival. However, full credit to Beddington for matching Valley End’s effort in 2014 and winning the last three games to stay up; another great escape. In true Valley End style, this group of players refused to lie down and nearly had one more huge result. On the final day a powerful Reigate side was reduced from 125 for 1 to 230 all out but the chase fell an agonising 4 runs short. After the fairy-tale run from Fuller’s Division 2 to the Premier League in just ten years, this time it was one step too far for this group of largely home-grown players. Nonetheless, all the players should be proud of their efforts over the last two seasons. As the club looks to the future it will try to bounce back strongly in 2016. Darren Redwood and Alex MacQueen both scored over 500 runs with two centuries from MacQueen. Ben Kingsnorth made 455 league runs and Tom Nevin added great mid-order stability, often running out of partners as he averaged 41. The bowling again was led again by MacQueen with 27 wickets followed by Dylan Robertson (19), Alex Mendis (15) and Luc Durandt (13). Sitting in the top 3 positions in the league for the entire season was a great effort by the 2nd XI. Despite the disappointment of missing the final promotion spot, it was another good summer. However, failure to take any points off the two promoted sides demonstrates that the final position is probably a fair reflection of the season; notwithstanding the disappointment of missing out on the final day with fate in the team’s own hands. Inconsistency with the bat and failure to bowl sides out were issues that occasionally inhibited an otherwise strong season. Despite a number of really high class individual performances this lack of consistency, in the final reckoning, probably ended up being the difference. The focus for next season must be to ensure the next generation of young players continue to push on. This is not only in the interest of the side’s long term success but in the shorter term to address the fielding, an area in which the team was consistently out-performed by the opposition during 2015. Keith Fisher and Justin Gray led the batting with 650 and 602 runs respectively. Both scored memorable centuries; Fisher 151 away to Sutton and Gray 125* vs. Beddington. Ejaz Hussain and Sam Reedman were
106 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports the top wicket takers with 26 and 21 respectively; Hussain’s 6 for 41 on a typically flat pitch at Bank of England was a particular highlight. 2015 was one of the best seasons ever for the 3rd XI with eleven wins and two draws. The side was in the promotion race right up to the final game. Despite losing only one of the last ten matches, the equally great form of promotion rivals saw the team finish an agonising 4 bonus points short of promotion. It was a season of close games and some truly memorable wins. The example that sticks in the mind being a 1 run victory over Guildford with Valley End taking the final four wickets for just fifteen runs. Availability was strong and the bowling attack led the way with an outstanding performance from the most experienced campaigner Jason Coleman with 26 @ 19. Perhaps less predictably, but a popular development within the club, was that Sam Barkham was his nearest challenger after a breakthrough year. A 4th XI stalwart, Sam showed his value to the 3s picking up 16 wickets @ 21. Ed Lea was more than a useful strike bowler and the find of the season was U15 pace-man Abel Herbst who forced his way into the team. Disappointingly the batting did not fire consistently. Opener Matt Shepherd was back after an awful knee injury and made 93 in his second game and led the averages. The ever entertaining batting of Steve Durandt fired against Cheam with a brutal hundred in less than 10 overs; it really was an innings to behold. However, too often it was left to the middle order to save the day. Luckily the all-rounders led by Ryan Adams and Ali Huse showed great form with the bat to turn things around and set up some exciting finishes. The season was marked by terrific team spirit and the 2nd XI players that came down in strong availability weeks led by example, particularly Jason Redwood who made a brilliant hundred on the final day. Once again the primary aim of the 4th XI was to blood as many of the club’s up and coming youth into senior team cricket and with the designated skipper starting the season on the side-lines due to injury the management of the team became a group task with the collective offering invitations to as many of the youngsters as possible whilst maintaining a balanced team for league cricket. In the season an entire team of 11 newcomers to adult cricket enjoyed their first run out with the more mature group of regulars enabling the team to have a great balance of youth and experience. With no centuries (only 2 scores of 90+) and only 2 five wicket hauls, the fact that the team came third in the division is testimony to a series of all-round team performances and the efforts of many at the club in getting the games on and managing resources between the 4th and occasional 5th XI. With age differences around 45 years, the leading runs scorers of Austen Reedman and Peter Millard bracketing Charlie Barkham led the way with the bat. Similarly, with a slightly smaller age difference, Adrian Gale and Charlie Godwin with assistance from Ian Wordley and Andy Freeman led the way with the ball. WALLINGTON www.wallington.play-cricket.com 3rd XI Ground Wallington Sports and Social Club, Mollison SM6 9BY Phone captain Drive, Wallington For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Adam Lawrence 07805 015153 WALTON-ON-THAMES www.pitchero.com/clubs/waltononthames Main Ground Ashley Park Pavilion, Walton-on-Thames KT12 1ET Phone Captain Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Weybridge Vandals CC, off Walton Lane KT12 1QP 01932 227659 4th XI Ground Coronation Rec, Rydens Grove, Hersham KT12 5RU Phone Captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Alastair Stanley Jamie Mann Liam Desai Oliver Clarke Ian Whitehouse 07762 791822 07414 289567 07772 098364 07724 590211 07796 188329 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Graham Mann Edward Hougasian Mark Bainbridge Chris Madoc-Jones Jeff Minns Oliver Clarke 07429 440917 07979 431035 07711 871473 07441 792420 07768 558395 07724 590211
After five years of hard work and a determined focus on development, Walton’s 1st XI finally put together a league-winning run of results to give its young and talented squad the chance to play in Division One from 2016. The season was characterised by a superb team effort from a frequently changing side, often combining to win from difficult positions, satisfying captain Matt Haddow’s demands that the whole squad take responsibility. All 21 players used contributed to the 15 wins, which were largely deserved in what was a very competitive league. The battling draw at Epsom showed newfound grit and maturity, despite the majority of the side being under 23. The only two losses were to a very strong Chessington side. Anthony Alleyne, over from Barbados, proved a great addition, scoring 699 runs at 58 including an excellent unbeaten century in chasing 240 at Purley, which continued the team’s early season momentum. He finished the season with back to back centuries and a superb 80. Alleyne’s restricting off spin accounted for 23 victims @ 16 and a best of 6 for 15 but it was his 22 catches in the field, most of them out of the top drawer, that will stay longest in the memory. Other individual highlights included the consistency of Mark Bainbridge, who continued to impress in his 22nd season in the Walton 1st XI, taking 39 wickets @ 11.5. His brother Paul played some timely innings for 440 runs @ 34, and was a great influence on his younger team mates. It was pleasing that former colts Shaun Cox (317 runs) and Sam Gorvin (308) reached maiden 1st XI league hundreds, while Alex Pindar’s 107 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports explosive batting and Ali Stanley’s match winning 70 at home to Cheam provided entertainment to the loyal supporters. Haddow (242 runs) added stodge to the middle order with James Madoc–Jones, who also impressed behind the stumps. The seam attack bowled well, led by James Newell (27 wickets @ 21), Chris Williams (13 @ 33) and Matt Nichols (19 @ 20), a new recruit who proved a valuable all-rounder. Jack Dominy (10 @ 12) was also excellent, making his debut at Dulwich with an opening spell of 7-7-0-1. Carter, Monk and Madoc-Jones also bowled useful spells. Newell deserves special mention for his contributions with the bat; few can play a more fluent cover drive from number ten. He finished the season with 158 runs and an average of 53. Long may the winning streak continue. With a mid-table finish in 2014, the 2nd XI was hoping for a promotion push to showcase the talent that was coming through the club. The team was a mix of previous 2s players, ex-3s players and some old faces. Consistency was elusive, with the limited overs performances generally better than those in timed cricket. Only three of the nine timed games were won, which ultimately cost the side a chance of promotion. Batting was a weak point in 2014 but it improved this season. Bilal Chohan’s shoulder injury again saw him batting in the 2nd XI and he scored the most runs with 634 @ 63.40. Bilal was in destructive mood in most games, with his best performance a match-winning 109* at Old Rutlishians. Jon Greet (359 @ 30) and Max Saidman (326 @ 19) also managed over 300 runs. Bowling was strong once again. Dean Carter’s left arm swing bowling took the most wickets (21 @ 18) and old face Ben Goswami returned to Walton to pick up 19 wickets @ 20. Chris Madoc-Jones and Ben Monk both attempted to solve the 2s’ lack of a frontline spinner but both were often up in the 1s. A special mention needs to go to Sammy Davis, who at age 15 was promoted to gain experience but was already good enough to take 11 wickets @ 14. Ed Hougasian also worked tirelessly whenever asked to take the ball. The team’s fielding was generally poor, with too many catches going down. The one exception was young wicketkeeper Olly Davis, whose 23 catches ranked him among the top glovemen in the Championship. With more and more youngsters coming through and pushing to play a better standard of cricket, the team will hope to challenge at the top of the table next season. 2015 was a fantastic year for the 3rd XI as they secured back-to-back promotions to ensure Premier League status next year; the first time since 2008. In a tight league, promotion was achieved on the final day with a win vs. Beddington securing 2nd place, just 1 point behind champions Ashtead. Walton always looked one of the stronger sides and this is testament to the strength in depth that years of hard work has produced. Many games were littered with stellar individual performances. Mike McDonagh’s 115 vs. Ashtead away alongside Jared De Jesus’ 5 for 25 was a vital early victory against strong opposition, while there were maiden Walton hundreds for new man Tom Christiansen (105 vs. Cheam) and stalwart Jamie Mann (102* vs. Normandy). Jared De Jesus followed up his 5 wicket haul at Ashtead with 7 for 23 vs. Oxted, whilst the economical Ashley Walton (6 for 33 vs. East Molesey) and the dogged Jack Dominy (6 for 36 vs. Valley End) also produced match winning performances at crucial times. These individual performances, however, would have been meaningless without Walton’s ability to grind out wins on tricky pitches, a quality not associated with the side a few years previously. It was pleasing to see the side show resilience under pressure, particularly against Valley End and Oxted in the rain. Bowling has generally been the side’s stronger suit and that was again the case in 2015. The evergreen Ed Thom topped the league wicket column with an outstanding 27 wickets @ 13, going at under 3 an over. Young Simon Duke had his best season with his nippy seam, with returns of 22 @ 11 and all-rounder Ash Walton had another exceptional season with 19 @ 15, all three will be valuable assets next year. Jared De Jesus took an outstanding 17 @ 6 in just five games and there were also important contributions from Dave Rolton, Ed Hougasian and Harry Samuels. 15 year old Sammy Davis deservedly progressed to the 2nd XI. The batting was led by openers Mike McDonagh (303 runs @ 43) and Tom Christiansen (258 @ 32), while skipper Liam Desai provided the middle-order glue with 248 @ 21. Harry Samuels (186 @ 23), Sam Saidman (167 @ 24) and Jamie Mann (156 @ 78) were also essential in the top order. Thanks to all 41 players who played their part in a memorable season; the team look forward to testing themselves at the highest level next year. The 4th XI again looked to focus on providing regular league cricket to the club’s younger players, with 70% of all appearances in the side made by players under the age of 21. This proved a recipe for success, as the team enjoyed a memorable season, winning 14 of its 18 fixtures to capture the West Division title and earn the club its third promotion of a highly successful 2015. Two defeats to season-long challengers Malden Wanderers proved surmountable as the rest were not able to live with a side which often seemed to lack any discernible weakness. The club can reflect that it is now starting to reap the benefits of the policy of throwing whole teams of youngsters in at the deep end from their early teens. The uniformly strong batting performances made the difference from previous years. This was chiefly brought about by heavy runs from quickly maturing youngsters, led by the consistency of 17 year old opener George Sharpe (256 @ 43). Skipper Oli Clarke (204 @ 23), George Cates (193 @ 24) and Tom Smith (173 @ 25) all played vital innings at times and there were also match winning scores from teenagers Alex Firth, Tom Cates, Nick Christie, Will Hagger and Joe Sale. Some of the bowlers made key contributions in posting totals of 200+ on seven occasions, which might have been more had four games not been walkover wins. 108 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports The team’s bowling resources were so strong and deep that even if a devastating teenage opening pair of Rohan Wilde (25 @ 4.5, including two hat-tricks) and Cameron Allen (17 @ 14) did not blow the opposition away, the young spin duo of 15 year old Alex Minshull (10 @ 15) and 14 year old Lucas Watkins (8 @ 20) would tie them in knots. Oli Clarke (10 @ 23) was able to defer to the young guns almost entirely and had occasional support from Jack Bailoor, Ollie Holden and Connor Hobbs. Luke Minshull also showed himself to be a promising swing bowler in limited appearances. The gloves were shared by Sharpe and Hagger for an impressive 19 victims between them and the team’s fielding was never less than superb. Thanks to the players for their commitment and brilliance and to the other West Division sides for playing in a great spirit. The players look forward to the challenge of raising their game for Division One in 2016. WEYBRIDGE www.weybridgecc.co.uk Main Ground The Green, Princes Road, Weybridge KT13 9BY 01932 842484 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Phone Captain 4th XI Ground Phone Captain 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Sarel Erwee Mike Arnot Rob Taylor Sheldon Cummmings Simon Rider 07821 983043 07793 033233 07872 016866 07796 127514 07885 974042 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Steve Gray Anthony Van Hoffen Andy Bell Jon Molloy Seamus Gallagher Jon Molloy 07500 925307 07879 433665 07785 795088 07867 527046 07826 558758 07867 527046
A young 1st XI, a new captain, 3rd in the Premier Division and reaching the T20 final would seem a good return but losing to relegated Leatherhead and the rain affected match at Guildford proved vital. The team beat every side in the league at least once and grew in confidence and stature. Congratulations to Sunbury, who dominated in all bar the last few weeks and were well deserved champions. High class batsman SJ Erwee topped the league runs chart and captained the side with growing maturity. Last year’s leader, Joel Pope, showed his destructive ability with the bat without the burden of captaincy and was a class keeper, as always. Star of the future, Ben Curran, batted with maturity beyond his years and led in the field. He will surely follow in his brothers’ footsteps. Sam was given his chance by Surrey and all at the club wish him well for a great future. Harry Cripps opened the batting reliably and is constantly improving. Olly Mills came to the club with a big reputation and did not disappoint with the innings of the season against Sunbury in the T20. Tom Winslade, Sam Manegai and Phil Mann were as reliable as ever although with limited opportunities. Jack Winslade led the attack with consistent aggression. Spells at Reigate, Sutton and Guildford showed why Essex gave Jack a First Class debut. Matt King shared the new ball and took out a number of good players and is another young bowler who can still improve. Sam Manegai gave mid-innings control and always takes wickets. Spin twins, Phil Mann and Franny Vainker were the real threat. Phil was as reliable as ever, bowling with great skill and thought. Franny proved to be the find of the season, deservedly leading the wicket takers and captaining the T20 side skilfully. With the much improved consistency and maturity 2016 should prove to be very exciting. As with 2014 it was a disappointing season for the 2nd XI, albeit with a slight improvement in finishing 4th. A series of injuries to key players, along with a couple of unexpected absentees led to the side rarely being at full strength and results reflected this. The bowling was generally very good, led by Player of Year Masud Javaid who claimed 26 wickets. Tristan Caviet, Tan Asghar, Antony Adams, Adam Dean, Leo Methley, Barry Hooper, Ralph Day and Nick Kent all provided excellent back up and produced some superb spells with the ball. With the bat, stand-in skipper Cameron MacDonald topped the charts with 397 runs, pushed hard by Tim Cross (367), Shane White (324) and Barry Hooper (295). Chris Smith, Asim Zaka, Dan Mullis, Mike Arnot, Bill Gasson, Steve MacDonald and Ben Curran all played good individual knocks too, whilst Stewart Day marked his only appearance of the season with the team’s sole century at Ashtead. There will need to be plenty of improvement in 2016 in order to challenge Reigate, who were once again deserved Champions. Many thanks, as always, to scorer Jo Gaydon, to John Harris for umpiring and to Paul Burgess and Jon Molloy for standing in when required. The 3rd XI’s fourth place equals the team’s highest finish in the Premier League; with eight wins it is a season to be proud of. Special mentions go to Henry Lee who is developing into a quality opener with 328 runs and the promise of a lot more and Dan Unger doing the double with 344 @ 43 and 19 wickets @ 18. There were also promising performances from people who worked hard at their game; Toby Ashley Collins is becoming a quality bat, Ed Edge improving with the ball and James Cunningham, Oli Selby and Adam Stacey who brought a lot with both bat and ball. Also established players like Rob Taylor who sparkled with a 100 at Dulwich and contributed strongly with the ball and Anthony Adams who bowled brilliantly all year, the highlight being 5 for 39 in the victory against Reigate; his success was richly deserved. The side is moving forwards, beating the champions in game 1, the side will look back at a few ‘could have been’ moments. Winning the tight ones next year will make all the difference. The captain was proud of the way the side practiced this year (esp. Fraser) and the times the team batted as a unit; the highlight being
109 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports the 4 fifties in an innings against Malden in a total of 334 (Wotherspoon, Lee, Ashley Collins and Dan Unger). The bowlers bowled well as a team which will be stronger when Scott Baker is back fully fit. Thank you to him for fighting through this year on painkillers and for his aunt doing the teas at Ottershaw. If the side can learn not to switch off at stages it is all looking pretty promising. Thanks to all for their support this year especially Dev and John Edge for good grace and humour in the often thankless tasks of umpiring and scoring! Thank you. The 2015 season was one of extremes for the 4th XI; a great start put the team to the top for several weeks but was followed by an equally poor middle, sending the team down the table at a rate of knots, only to bounce back and finish mid table! Most home fixtures were played at the Ottershaw & Hamm Moor ground which provided a more consistent base than in previous seasons and was broadly welcomed by the players. As is often the case in 4th XI cricket, momentum was key and often when things went well they went great, correspondingly though, when they went badly they were awful! In the batting department David de Bruin often was able to get the side off to a solid start, scoring several 50s over the course of the season; he also kept wicket well taking some lovely catches. He was supported well by Andy Evans, Chris Ash and Gihan Mallawaarachchi amongst others. The bowling attack was frequently fluid and many players made their mark. Andy Evans and Dom Pope bowled well in partnerships with Matt Orledge, Anthony Rourke and Sheldon Cummings; later in the innings Will Koops provided increasingly well controlled leg spin, occasionally supported by Will Gray's off spinners. The season was marked by the welcome introduction of several young and new facesl Liam Hannafin, Cameron Wilson, James Derham, Matt Orledge, Will Gray, Finn Barry and Cole Xiberras all coming in from the Colts set up, whilst the side welcomed Gihan, Kumar, Matt Grieves and Simon Dunlop to the club. The team will look to build on, and learn from, the experience gained this season. WEYBRIDGE VANDALS www.pitchero.com/clubs/weybridgevandalscc Main Ground Brownacres, The Towing Path, Desborough KT12 1QP 01932 227659 Power WiFi Island, Walton on Thames 3rd XI Ground As Main Ground 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Will Powell N/A Adrian Waldock N/A Will Powell 07956 382723 07973 325146 07956 382723 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Adrian Waldock Jonny Powell Alistair Booth Malcolm Cammack Adrian Waldock Dan Fenton 07973 325146 07736 840820 07964 856761 07973 817533 07973 325146 07793 277601 Vandals first season in the Surrey Championship proved a highly successful one, with the 1st XI securing a second consecutive promotion after finishing runners up in Division 5. The first game of the season was a 1 run win which included the highest partnership of the year for the first wicket, 140 between Connor Baker and Sam Buckell. Indeed, the batting was to the fore early in the season with Baker, Buckell, Ali Booth, Garry Foreman and Aman Singh all registering fifties before the end of May. The advent of time cricket saw the side stumble initially with 3 draws and a chastening loss at Stoke before the penny dropped and the team well and truly hit its stride. A winning draw at Maori Oxshott preceded a run to the end of the season that saw 7 wins, 2 winning draws with just 1 loss suffered together with an abandonment in what was shaping up to be a very tight contest at league leaders Sanderstead. It was very much a team effort to get over the line. The batting was led by Aman Singh who scored 563 runs at a league leading average of 56.30 and Nikhil Grover (535 @ 41.15), ably assisted by Connor Baker, Sam Buckell and Ali Booth while the Fenton brothers also chipped in with valuable innings. On the bowling front, Jonny Powell led the league wicket takers with 48 wickets @ 12.94 and his opening partner Luke Bentley recovered from early struggles to take 37 wickets. The pair at one stage shared 29 of 30 wickets taken during a 3 game period in July. The lesser heralded Powell brother, Woo, fought retirement off for another season by taking 21 wickets at just 12.81 and Mark Fenton was unlucky not to add to his 12 wickets. Spinners Nikhil Grover and Garry Foreman combined for 20 wickets, 7 of Foreman’s 9 wickets coming on the last day of the season. Thanks to everyone that helped the team, particularly scorer Maureen Fenton and umpire Jon Good. WHITELEY VILLAGE www.whiteleyvillagecc.co.uk 3rd XI Ground Coombe Lane, Whiteley Village, Hersham KT12 4EL 01932 844671 rd For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3 XI captain - Billy Shambler 07402 860413
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WIMBLEDON www.pitchero.com/clubs/wimbledon Main Ground Church Road, Wimbledon SW19 5AG 0208 971 8090 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Shrewsbury House, Alms House Lane, Chessington KT9 2ND 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 5th XI Ground Raynes Park Rec, Taunton Avenue SW20 0BH 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI 5th XI Juniors Will Leith David Wills Harry Houlder Daniel Peck Dimithu Ratnayake Matt Spriegel 07891 040475 07708 056960 07835 715997 07534 439835 07894 072194 07834 902791 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Neil Turk Crispin Lyden-Cowan Paul Swift Crispin Lyden-Cowan Alistair Muirhead Alex Anderson 07967 601943 07768 036979 07843 436455 07768 036979 07921 088064 07843 037072 By Wimbledon standards the 2015 1st XI season was a tough one. The club knew that this was going to be the beginning of a transition period after losing several key players and early losses to Reigate and Sunbury put an early dent in the confidence of what was a group of very mixed experience levels. Insufficient runs were a problem throughout the season and were it not for the batting efforts of Matt Spriegel and Ben Compton relegation may have been even more of a possibility. Ryan Patel, aged just 17, showed immense promise on numerous occasions, none more so than when scoring a very mature 90 against a skilful Reigate bowling attack. Overseas pro Will Sheridan also played some eye-catching innings but the team was unable to post match-winning scores with any level of consistency. Standards with the ball were generally much higher and were largely responsible for the wins achieved. Matt Spriegel bowled with great control, particularly in the longer format, where he was required to bowl a large amount of overs. James Johnston’s medium pace was ever reliable as was Ryan Patel before injury put a premature end to his season. The retiring Neil Turk also produced some outstanding spells at vital moments, none more so than his 4 wickets in an over against Leatherhead which turned the game on its head. Victory over Weybridge in the final of the Surrey Championship T20 and a run to the National T20 Quarter Finals (which ended in a last ball defeat to Exmouth) went some way to making up for a disappointing league campaign. The performances of younger members of the squad in pressure situations throughout the T20 campaign gives the club every reason to be optimistic for 2016 and beyond. The 2015 2nd XI season was a one of rebuilding for the club. Many experienced players had left the club and from the very first game an entirely new squad took shape. This core group of players were a mixture of 3rd XI players and colts. It was going to be tough given the dramatic change in personnel; however the team did not expect to lose so heavily in the first three games. At that moment the captain thought relegation was a realistic end of season outcome. However, after those three games the team really dug in and had a terrific run. Players felt settled in the team and there were some very good individual performances. The most pleasing thing was that the two players who contributed the most; leading run scorer David Wills and leading wicket taker Tom Linley, were previously 3rd XI players with little 2nd XI experience. Both stepped up and became vital members of team. Other key players with the bat were Joe Lukens and Sean Davies. Both contributed with match winning centuries and provided a solid middle order. Within the lower middle order Dan Urquhart was the trusty no.7 who gave backbone to the line up and also picked up key wickets. Not to forget Dilshan De Silva and the Anand twins who also provided strong support. There were also key performances from the youngsters namely Tahir Ahmad (on several occasions), Niall Soloman, Danny Chesham, David Scott, Seb Cambell and Will Whipple. This crop of young talent is the future of Wimbledon and gives the captain great confidence that the club can now move forward. This resulted in Wimbledon 2nd XI finishing 2nd; a fantastic achievement given the year of transition. 2015 was a poor season for Wimbledon 3rd XI. The loss of key squad members to injury, retirement or team promotion meant an unsettled start to the season and the loss of the fortress of Shrewsbury House, as well as continual inconsistency in line up added a nomadic feel to the team. The struggle for players really hurt the team's chances. 56 players were used throughout and only 5 players played 10 or more games. Only one player, new recruit Ryan Smith, made more than 250 runs and just 4 bowlers passed 10 wickets; Carlton Anand was the pick of the bowlers with 24 wickets @ 13.63. Thanks must go to JB for giving up his Saturdays to help out with the scoring and to Neal Harvey for stepping in to fill the void left by the retirement of Lulu. Hopefully 2016 will see a return to glory but for now, sincere congratulations to Sunbury who were worthy winners. A close finish to the season resulted in Wimbledon regaining the 4th XI Premier League title. Wimbledon, who were behind Dulwich going into the last game of the season, won by one wicket in a low scoring match. News that Dulwich had lost filtered through to the Wimbledon team, adding extra pressure as their last pair sought the final 7 runs to claim a second successive (and third in the season) one-wicket win. Such a tight finish was an appropriate conclusion for what, in the Wimbledon view, was the best and highest quality 4th XI league in many years. Three teams Dulwich, Wimbledon and Spencer were involved in a tight title race. That Wimbledon won the league despite losing 4 games and winning a number of other very
111 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports tight matches speaks for the overall competitiveness of the league. The biggest contribution to the league winning side came from Amjad Husain who, in his 40th year of senior cricket, rolled back the years to rack up over 500 runs. Kane Laurence bowled 140 overs (many more when no balls were taken into account!). Further honourable mentions go to keeper-batsman-entertainer Graham Hill, opinionated youngster Ben Turner and the endlessly enthusiastic father-and-son ‘Crockers’. WOKING & HORSELL www.whcc.org.uk Main Ground Brewery Road, Horsell, Woking GU21 4NA 01483 720120 Power WiFi 3rd XI Ground Greenmeads, Westfield, Woking GU22 9QJ Phone Captain 4th XI Ground As 3rd XI Ground 5th XI Ground Wheatsheaf Rec, Chobham Road, Woking GU21 4AL 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI 5th XI Juniors Tim Keene Oliver Guy Nick Tune Tom Harlow Trevor Woods Neil McPherson 07534 635980 07966 542576 07855 323664 07824 470079 07854 608233 07788 915598 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Peter Smith Trevor Woods David Gibney Janice Woods David Barter Ramesh Parthasarathy 07736 777790 07854 608233 07970 113842 07817 212271 07832 072681 07726 772628
2014 was a difficult year for Woking & Horsell 1st XI unfortunately ending in relegation from Division 3; so 2015 began with a determination to arrest the losing slide that had characterised the last couple of years. A few fresh faces started the season with a tough match first up, away to eventual champions Guildford City who proved that despite dropping down, the standard of Division 4 was as hard and competitive as ever. Defeat the following week at home to Farncombe started to give that familiar sinking feeling, before a win against Hampton Wick in week 3 gave cause for optimism once more. Mid-season was peppered with good and bad. Unfortunately overseas player Cam Oldfield had to return to South Africa due to injury but opening bowler Callum Chisholm went from strength to strength, putting in one of his most aggressive and potent spells in a vital win over fellow strugglers Farncombe at the start of July. Further injuries hampered the side in key positions, although those that stepped into the breach performed well to maintain team spirit despite a tough run of results. The top five teams had moved well ahead in the table by this stage but thanks to the new bonus point system Woking & Horsell remained ‘top of the rest’ for much of the season and further wins against Old Emanuel, Hampton Wick and Old Hamptonians ensured a fairly comfortable mid-table finish. Certainly decent progression from the last two seasons but with two-thirds of wins coming on the road there will need to be a serious review of how to improve results and performances at Brewery Road if there is to be an assault on the top of the league in 2016. Following last year’s 2nd XI promotion, 2015 was always going to be tough; the goal was to retain Division 2 status which was achieved but only just! The season started with tough defeats to Dulwich and Worcester Park. Against Purley the side achieved a key first victory of the season; a fine unbeaten 68 from Roger White the catalyst to a 6 wicket win. Unfortunately this did not provide a springboard and poor performances in the next 3 games showed that a relegation battle was on the cards. An improvement against Addiscombe followed. 94 from Mark Worgan and 78 from 2’s Player of the Season Johnny Gardner led to an imposing 270 for 5 but the team was beaten by the weather with Addiscombe on 130 for 7 when rain abruptly ended the game. Wins against Trinity Mid Whitgiftians and Cheam improved the team’s position before perhaps the most frustrating game of the season against top of the table Worcester Park. W&H struggled to 150 but a fantastic spell of leg spin from Arun Aiyer (5 for 38) reduced Worcester Park to 139 for 9. Mistakes in the field then helped the opponents to the remaining 12 runs and resigned W&H to another tough defeat. A second win against Cheam meant that the side approached the last game knowing a win against Trinity Mids would ensure safety. The first half of the job was done superbly, all the bowlers stepping up to restrict Trinity to 125 for 7. The theme of the season continued with the bat, W&H falling 10 runs short, too many batsmen falling to attacking shots. However, with the news that Dulwich had beaten Purley, W&H were safe. Standout performers were Johnny Gardner and Doug Newton with the bat (both 257 runs) and Oli Guy with the ball (22 wickets). Thanks go to Seb Egan for scoring and Keith for umpiring. Division 2 proved to be very competitive for the 3rd XI with many sides closely matched. Only one win from the first five matches, followed by a frustrating spell of 3 winning draws out of 4, left the team firmly rooted to the bottom at the half way stage. Confidence was returning and this was on show as eventual worthy title winners Worcester Park’s final wicket just clung on for a draw. A second win of the season did not emerge until mid-July; a hard-earned 2 wicket victory vs. Sanderstead proved to be the turning point, Jack Allen’s 59 and stand-in skipper Matt Allan blasting 36* from number 9 proving the difference. The team went on an impressive run of 5 victories in 7 games to secure safety in the penultimate game with a hard fought 2 run victory in the pouring rain vs. Trinity Midwhitgiftians where youngsters Rehan Ahmad and Jack Fairey held their nerve at the death. 112 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports Highlights of the season included an inspired 66 from Mo Waseem (199 runs @ 22 plus 18 wickets) at no. 10 vs. Streatham and a swashbuckling 127* from Vaibhav Bhade chasing down 240. The top order lacked consistency, with the exception of Yasir Shahid whose 468 classy runs @ 52 (including five 50s) was a fine return in his debut season. Imran Khan changed matches with his all-round performances and Andrew Statham scored 200 league runs @ 33. The most pleasing aspect of the season was the progression of the club’s young guns. Tom Sharpless’ tight off spin spells (14 wickets @ 17) and reliable batting (174 @ 35) showed he is destined for higher sides. Jack Fairey and Zohaib Shabir both put in match defining performances (13 wickets apiece). Mandar Khedekar bowled economically without luck; it was another senior pro, Matt Allan, who led the attack with 28 league wickets. It was a rollercoaster season with plenty of good memories. Having been relegated from the Premier Division last season the 4th XI, under new skipper Tom Harlow, was looking to bounce back at the first attempt and achieved this thanks to a four wicket win away at Beddington on the final weekend of the season. The games in 2015 tended to follow one of two patterns, comfortable victories, including a seven wicket win over champions Old Rutlishians, or narrow defeats. Worcester Park were the only side to do the double over the team this year, although the combined aggregate victory of 16 runs showed how closely the sides were matched. Being bowled out by Purley for 50 was the low point of the season and looked to have ended the promotion chase until other results provided a helping hand. The batting unit was superbly led by Tom Harlow with five fifties (511 runs @ 56.78) but his 26* against Beddington to ensure victory on a poor wicket at home was perhaps his most important innings. If he can repeat these statistics next year the team can look forward to another successful season. He was well supported throughout the season by Neil Cheetham (206 runs @ 41.20) and Geoff Price (169 @ 42.25). Special mention should also go to Ashwani Kumar (193 @ 32.17), who ended the season strongly, with two fifties including a match winning 69 against Weybridge. Old hand Paul Fortescue (15 wickets @ 15.67) led the bowling attack and frequently justified forcing his younger counterparts in the side to bowl up the hill! He was well supported by vice-captain Peter Smith (13 wickets @ 17.23) and Vir Singh’s pick and mix bowling (12 @ 14.00). Richard Lewis (8 @ 14.25) also put in some great early season performances. There were a number of personal achievements by the younger players who should be looking to move on to higher teams in 2016 (indeed some already have). Josh Koch scored his maiden senior century in a mid-season friendly, while Jack Fairey recorded career best figures of 7 for 58 against Worcester Park. Next season will bring tougher challenges but with the mix of older and younger players the side have no reason to believe that it will not be able to compete and enjoy another winning season. The start of the season was tough for the 5th XI (Horsell Red Lion) with availability being poor and many of the colts players involved in exams! Once availability picked up the side started to see results and players settled back into the routine of playing league cricket for a second season in the Championship. It was a tough season but the team shone at times, everyone enjoying their cricket and encouraging the colts that the side was lucky to be able to call upon each week. Finishing 8th out of 11 teams was a very creditable result. The top batsman was Jeevan Namboordiri (189 runs @ 47.25) with a top score of 61. He had a great all- round season and was also the top bowler with ten wickets. He was closely followed by one of the up and coming colts players, Sam Styles, who took an outstanding nine wickets. It is always a pleasure to captain the 5ths and the side is already looking onwards and upwards for 2016. WOODMANSTERNE www.woodmansterne.play-cricket.com 3rd XI Ground Woodmansterne Rec, Woodmansterne Lane SM7 3NH 01737 350109 For full Club details see FBSCL Year Book. 3rd XI captain - Michael Joyce 07801 369360
WORCESTER PARK www.pitchero.com/clubs/worcesterparkcricketclub Main Ground Green Lane, Worcester Park KT4 8AJ 0208 337 0073 Power WiFi / S 3rd XI Ground Cheam CC, Peaches Close, Cheam SM2 7BJ 0208 240 3500 4th XI Ground Glyn School, Priest Hill, Reigate KT17 3DS 1st XI 2nd XI 3rd XI 4th XI Juniors Robert Hill Ben Davies Stuart Bradshaw Matthew Probert Ryan Somes 07805 140959 07768 997324 07919 925449 07734 846453 07739 456567 Chairman Secretary Council Rep. Treasurer Welfare Officer Fixture Sec Ian Burrows John Parr David Daniell Adrian Barratt David Daniell David Stemp 07940 021007 0208 395 5196 07764 586612 07522 017793 07764 586612 07765 822990
The 2015 season ended in a fourth placed finish for the 1st XI, with a disappointing start and end proving to be the downfall. However, in the middle of the season the side really showed its quality with some emphatic victories and a memorable win away to Old Ruts off the last ball. There were huge improvements on the batting front; skipper Joe Hill leading the way with 763 runs and Rob Hill enjoying his best season with 535 runs. There was able support from Rob Bell and Rob Waite with
113 Section 3 – Club Details and Reports 460 and 428 runs respectively. Scott Kent came in to the side and scored 324 runs in 6 games that included his maiden first team ton and showed he has a bright future. The bowling was led by overseas seamer Daryn Korkie with 30 wickets. He provided the captain with control at the start and end of the innings. Yet again Grant Helm was the leading spinner with 25 wickets. Joe Hill and Waqas Sagar chipped in with 15 and 12 wickets apiece while David Wilkinson claimed 17 dismissals with the gloves and yet again proved to be one of the most reliable keepers in the league. Thanks go to Alan Housden for scoring and Barry and Adrian for their efforts on the ground. Finishing 3rd in 2014 meant the 2nd XI was determined to gain promotion and this they duly did. Furthermore the side was crowned champions after a last-day victory over Old Wimbledonians. A record of twelve wins, two winning draws and just two defeats showed consistency and momentum was achieved. A settled side with good availability led the division for the majority of the summer. The limited overs format was relished; the first 4 fixtures ending in victories. The first setback occurred at rivals Dulwich who dismantled an under-strength Park with ease. A below-par performance vs. the other front runner Old Wimbledonians led to a renewed resolve and the middle 6 games saw 4 wins and 2 winning draws. This meant the final five limited over matches saw Park sitting on top of the table but the worst performance of the year against Trinity saw a narrow defeat and when rain resulted in the abandonment of the fixture against Dulwich with Park in a dominant position, a last day victory was needed to leap-frog Old Wimbledonians. The batting was impressive throughout the year. Before his deserved elevation to the 1st XI Scott Kent exuded class with 526 runs in 11 innings @ 58, which included 147 vs. Purley and 3 further half-centuries. Fellow opener Nicky Ball ended with 429 runs @ 30, his best return. The middle order was represented by the powerful Galloway de Groot (422 @ 30) and Travis Scott (285 @ 26) and with Umar Ahmed sparkling later in the season with 200 @ 50, the side could play aggressive cricket with the higher run rates. Good contributions were seen from Mark Turner, Johnny Evans and Ben Davies. The bowling unit was consistent and disciplined. The opening bowlers James Harrison and Jon Faller- Fritsch tested all-comers and finished with 20 and 19 wickets apiece. Fell and Longhurst with 12 and 15 wickets respectively provided good seam support. Chris Turner had his best season in years finishing with 29 wickets @ 12.28 and was the perfect foil for Nicky Ball who equalled his 2014 total of 38 wickets and finished as top wicket taker in the league. The fielding was the best it had been for years led by the impressive Ben Davies behind the stumps and de Groot and Longhurst proving safe hands. Many thanks go to Adrian Barratt for scoring. Steve King and Roger Browne were excellent umpires. The challenges of Division 1 beckon in 2016. After having to surrender the previous “second home”, Old Salesians, the 3rd XI settled in to its new home at Peaches Close in triumphant style by winning Division 2 with two games to spare. The strength in depth of the side showed on a consistent basis all season with most players capable of 2nd XI cricket. Peaches Close proved a trustworthy batting track with its honest bounce allowing batsmen to play their natural game. Opener Ian Burrows (440 runs @ 49) and pace-loving Connor Bliss (413 @ 41) scored consistently throughout the season. They were supported by wicket keeper Oscar King (299 @ 75), captain Stuart Bradshaw (248 @ 21) and pinch-hitter Mark Turner (245 @ 61). Special mentions must go to Charlie King for his 100 against Old Whits and Mark Turner for his 100 at Streatham & Marlborough in the rain, securing a win that practically secured Park promotion. A bowling attack led by Paul Wearmouth (29 wickets), Stewart Powers (24) and spinner Stuart Bradshaw (26) saw the 3s bowl out every opposition bar two. Andrew Botting (16) and Tom Cronk (14) also contributed. Ryan Somes, playing the last 5 games, cleaned up the opposition taking 13 wickets while Oscar King took 5 catches and 4 stumpings. A memorable championship-winning day away at Sanderstead was the highlight of the season as the team’s gutsy character showed in grafting a victory when defeat seemed inevitable. The team is now looking forward to playing in Division 1 where stronger opposition and hopefully successive promotions await. Worcester Park 4th XI started with an extremely miserable May incurring 3 straight defeats. The team was bowling well but batting dismally. The additions of Baxter Catford, John Rivenell and Chamath Gunaratne led to a complete turn-around in confidence and inspired ‘les autres’. In fact the team picked up maximum points from 10 of the next 13 games and were even in with an outside chance of promotion to the Premier League by the time the final game arrived but this was denied by a result elsewhere. Tom Cronk led the bowling attack with his tantalising left arm spin and picked up 28 wickets @ 8.61. He was ably backed up by Mo Ibrahim (18 @ 12.11), Matt Probert (13 @ 14.54), John Rivenell (11 @ 9.45) and Ryan Somes with 10 wickets. 19 year old Matt Saunders was the backbone of the side playing 14 matches and accruing 292 runs at an average of 24. Chamath Gunaratne scored one ton and averaged over 40, whilst Baxter Catford also scored a ton and averaged over 26. Other notable contributions were Matt Probert with 163 runs, Mo Ibrahim (156) and John Rivenell (151). The captain, David Stemp, chose to try and strengthen the team’s chances by taking out a 5th XI on two or three occasions as having a good pool of reserves is vital for success. This allowed Matt Probert to take over captaining the side which he did admirably. If the team carries on the form of the second half of 2015 then they will surely be title contenders next season. 114 Section 4 – Extras
Club Profile No. 44 VALLEY END CRICKET CLUB Growing Pains 2016 marks a challenging year for the “big” little club in the hamlet of Valley End, both on and off the field. The first XI was relegated for the first time ever, going from the Premiership to Division 1, after just two seasons in the Premier League; with both the 2nd and 3rd XIs missing out on promotion on the last Saturday of the 2015 season. Had the results gone marginally better, the club might have had all four league sides playing at their highest possible level in 2016. Hardly a situation of destitution, instead, it marks a year of growing pains as the club looks to fulfil its ambitions with a large and growing group of committed members and youth that all began 120 years ago. Club History Victoria was on the throne and many young men of England were still as likely to be called upon to defend her Empire in distant lands, as they were to join in cricket matches on rich, green, swards of the English countryside. Cricket was a favourite pastime of all classes and in Surrey in particular the game was advancing; the County side showing the way with seven Championship wins in 9 years to 1895. W G Grace was still in his prime at 47 years of age and a regular player on Surrey grounds. Less significant to all but a few followers of the game was that a Rev. Edwards was chairing a meeting at which the assembled group was discussing the inaugural year of Valley End Cricket Club and preparing for its first full season in 1896. 25 members contributed subscriptions of 1 shilling each; donations from 6 supporters had added £6 and 15 shillings to the funds. The proceeds of a concert, £1, had brought the total income in 1895 to £9. Of this sum, nearly £5 was spent on “cricketing material” and a payment of £2 was made to H&A Taylor for “laying the ground”. So it was that Valley End started out on its journey set in a picturesque hamlet in a tucked-away spot of north-west Surrey. In the first full season back in 1896, 4 balls and 2 bats were included in the kit purchased, a club match was organised on Easter Monday and matches against Hawley, Sunningdale and the Gordon Boys Home were amongst the 10 games arranged for the season, of which only 3 were won. The year of 1897 saw 36 members paying the annual subscription and before the turn of the century membership had risen to 56. More matches were still being lost than won, but the infant club still reached the 20th century in a buoyant state thanks to the hard working founders who included Messrs Cree, Wilson, Parrack, Anscombe, Wooton and the Revs Edwards and James. The new century saw a minor drop in membership, but greater success on the field. By the mid- 1900s the Leschallas family had become a major strength in the club, both on the pitch and in its administration. Fixtures were regularly played with Chobham, Bagshot, West End, Bisley, Windlesham, Stanley CC from London and Gordon Boys Home. Although just 5 miles away Hawley cancelled their fixtures because of the distance involved. Progress was seen in 1907 by virtue of a 2nd XI game having been organised and in the following years a new mowing machine was brought for £5. During WWI, the wicket had been ploughed up and would not be available for another few years, so only away matches could be considered. As for finances these were insufficient to fund a return to normality. It was only a timely offer by the new owner of Windlesham Park, the Hon. A P Henderson, to allow the use of the former ground that galvanised the recovery and was rewarded with an influx of members. The 1920 season saw 24 1st XI matches, 12 2nd XI matches and even a 3rd XI was formed on 2 occasions. The year of 1929 saw the first appointment of a ‘groundsman’ at a fee of £3. The Modern Era A special general meeting was held on the 31st May 1954, at which was announced the turning point in the history of Valley End. After nearly 60 years of begging and borrowing their ground, the Club had purchased it; bringing a security which many larger clubs still covert to this day. The simple sentence in club records states ‘the secretary reported that he had purchased the ground for the club for £200’ and hides the wonderful foresight and opportunism shown by Jim Binks and his colleagues at the time. Competitive cricket came to Valley End by entry into the Decca Cup in 1970, and the following year the club was involved in the early discussions that would lead to the Valley End 1938 squad: H Anscomb, creation of the Wey Valley League. Plans were made to start F Madgewick, W Lovejoy, A Hampton, J Binks, a Colts section in 1973 and social events at this time J Pipkin, T Harris, A Tunnell, E Bailey, S Dyer, included pre-season dances and bonfire night BBQs. The B Jones, R Burrows 115 Section 4 – Extras
big event was the extension to the pavilion. The inaugural season of the Wey Valley League saw Valley End as Joint Champions with a record of 13 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses. Whilst the Valley End wicket may not have been the most docile in the area, the averages around this time were dramatically different from the early years. The administration of the club was sound and, if it did not develop at the pace of some of its longstanding rivals, it was remarkable that it prospered at all considering its lack of wealth, no regular sources of new players and the absence even of a nearby senior school to act as a nursery for young talent. The club’s colts’ teams did begin to produce some home- grown players, several of whom stayed on to provide a loyal bedrock for the future. This was the start of a trend Valley End Working Party which supported the current ambitions of the club. Big Steps The success of recent years has been built on this transition of young cricketers into the adult teams with the club recognising the importance of investing in the youngest members many years ago. The club continues to reap the rewards of the historical focus in developing youth and commitment from its dedicated group of volunteers. Valley End is amateur sport at its best, where families and fraternities are drawn together for mutual pleasure in cricket where all talents are accommodated and accounted for. The uniqueness of Valley End is demonstrated by one particular tale where on one occasion in 2005, the 3rd XI fielded three members of one family, the trio consisting of two brothers taking their first steps into senior cricket and their father. The boys relished the challenge of the match with adults; their father did not bat or bowl but willingly undertook two stints of umpiring, nothing that unusual there apart from the fact the father was a former England cricket captain….pure Valley End! The start of a new millennium was matched by a fresh commitment at the club, now firmly established in the Surrey County League. Valley End was already overtaking and leaving behind clubs it once looked upon with envy. All three Saturday teams began to perform better in their respective divisions with the league teams becoming more “professional” in their approach, a Sunday league side was formed to complement the Sunday Social cricket and midweek competitions were run, and won. In the 1990s the junior club had grown to such a size that age groups had to be closed to new members on several occasions and this with the desire to accommodate and then retain as much home grown talent as possible led to the understanding that to do this the Club had to be able to offer competition at the highest level for the senior sides. Land was purchased close to the current ground but this major first step quickly showed itself to be just that – a first step, followed by four years of fund raising, planning applications and planning appeals before eventually starting construction work in 2006. High quality playing facilities and coaching has always been at the core of the Valley End development plan, although the original Windlesham Park ground was, and still is, a picture perfect example of what a village cricket ground should be, the size of the playing area, practice facilities and the pavilion are not up to the required standard for Premier League matches so the teams participating in that league have had to move to Woodlands Lane in 2011. The recent history of Valley End is a story of exceptional success, with the 1st Xl achieving a series of promotions from the lower levels of the Surrey leagues to final promotion to the ECB Premiership of the Surrey Championship in 2014. On the way the Sunday team won the 2008 NPower Village Cup at Lord’s Cricket Ground with a team almost entirely formed from former Valley End youth cricketers. The Future The next step presents another big challenge to the club; the financing and building of a pavilion to accommodate both pitches on the Victory at Lord’s 2008: Paul Williams, Ben Kingsnorth, new ground for the benefit of all the people of the Tom Nevin, Chris Peploe, Darren Redwood and Ed Young 116 Section 4 – Extras locality. This is entirely thanks to the vision and determination of a select few who have driven the club onwards to see the club survive its first hundred years. Now the current membership must provide the necessary thrust to the legions of current supporters to surmount the next hurdle. Today, this small club continues to thrive and grow, fielding 5 senior sides, 2 Sunday sides, a youthful T20 side, and a full complement of youth teams from under 8 to under 17 as well as providing disabled cricket and plans to expand into other areas such as ladies cricket. Not bad for a small club.
Cricket at the Woodlands Lane ground
OBITUARIES Virginia Edwards 1951—2015 It was with great sadness when the Surrey Championship learnt that Virginia Edwards died in June 2015 after a battle with illness over many years. Virginia started her “career” associated with cricket as scorer for Spencer CC and she was also on the Club Cricket Conference’s Scorers Register. However, it was her contribution to the Surrey Championship for which she will be best remembered. She first became formally involved with the Championship as a co-opted member of the Executive Committee in 1995, initially as the Press Association Match Results Collator in the days when club results were transmitted to local and national newspapers. At the same time she took on the position of Registration Secretary, a position she held until her passing. In the years to come she was to form a formidable partnership with her husband, David, which defined the basis on which the Surrey Championship was founded right from the general administration of the league, to the appointment of officials to matches on the Umpires Panel. Along with her husband David, Virginia was the heartbeat of the league, and the two helped the Surrey Championship become one of the foremost leagues in the country. David and Virginia were The Surrey Championship. Over the years with the introduction of ECB Premier Leagues and the resultant increase in legislation and regulations, the commitment and volume of work increased significantly and Virginia’s assistance and advice became crucial to that process. When technology demanded that a website should be set up, Virginia became the Webmaster and took on the now expanded role of Results Secretary ensuring the prompt migration of the results onto the website for general release. Following the sudden death of David in 2013, Virginia continued as Acting Secretary of the Surrey Championship despite continuing problems with her own health which had some years earlier forced her early retirement from the Civil Service. Virginia’s patience and good humour could be stretched at times by those who rang her to ask what the “rules” were, who failed to ring in results on time, or those who blamed their own errors with registrations on to the league. But her kindness and generosity of spirit towards those needing her help was even more remarkable and recognised by her receiving an ‘Outstanding Service to Cricket Award’ in 2014. Such was the feeling that all members of the Surrey Championship had for Virginia, that on Saturday 27th June a minute’s silence was held for her prior to all Surrey Championship matches and flags were flown at half-mast. Surrey CCC Chairman Richard Thompson said: “Virginia’s passing really marks the end of an era for cricket in Surrey. Few families and few people have given more to the club game than Virginia and her late husband David. She was part of the Surrey family and will be sorely missed.” Virginia was also a very active follower of Surrey Senior Cricketers Association having been supporter, scorer and tourist since its formation and prior to that with the SCB XI. Virginia will be sorely missed by all those who knew her and by all clubs and cricketers who benefited from her enthusiasm and love for the game. The funeral service took place on Wednesday 15th July at Croydon Crematorium. A large number of family and friends came to say goodbye; it was a sad day but filled with many happy memories of a very special lady. 117 Section 4 – Extras
John Cope 1937 – 2015 Former Malden Wanderers CC captain John Cope died on 29 September 2015 in Grantham, Lincolnshire. He joined the Wanderers’ Colts system as a fourteen year-old Tiffin schoolboy, and within four years had become a regular member of the 1st XI. He was a correct and forceful middle-order, right-handed batsman and a deadly slow left arm bowler in the Derek Underwood mould. On a Wanderers tour John so mesmerized the West of Scotland batsmen, taking 8-44 with a combination of in swing and sharp spin, that after the game the Glasgow club asked if he would become their professional. Following national service in the RAF and a short spell at Midland Bank, John qualified as a teacher at St Luke’s College, where he captained both the cricket and football teams. While at Exeter he played regularly for Devon in the Minor Counties competition. When his student days were over he returned to Surrey, took up a position as head of PE at Carshalton High School, became captain of Malden Wanderers, played a number of games for Surrey 2nd XI, turned out regularly at right back for Corinthian Casuals and was a member of the influential committee that, against strong press and cricket establishment opposition, set up the Surrey Championship. One of his greatest joys towards the end of his playing days was to be a key member of the 1977 Championship winning side. John was more than a fine all-rounder cricketer; as a superb administrator he made a major contribution to the development of Malden Wanderers CC for over thirty years which few if any can equal. Soon after organising the Club’s 1979 centenary, John gave up teaching to take up a position as Cricket Development Officer at Nottinghamshire CCC. This pioneering project at Trent Bridge, as well as producing a stream of County and Test players, became a model for all subsequent county youth development programmes. John Cope’s name as a coach and as an administrator was very highly respected throughout the English game and on his retirement he was honoured by being made a life member of his adopted county.
Barry Hoffmann 1938 – 2015 The sudden death of Barry Hoffmann on a golf tour in September 2015 was a shock to everyone connected with the Bank of England Cricket Club. Barry had first played for BoE CC in 1956, soon after joining the Bank (he played his first Bank football match in the same year and racked up some 1100 games by 1997 as a defender modelled on one of his Chelsea heroes, Chopper Harris). He had retired from work in 1994 in the senior role of Deputy Secretary after helping to organise the Bank’s Tercentenary celebrations, but he never retired from cricket, and had captained his “Experienced XI” against the Bank 4th XI less than a month before he died, although in the past 2 seasons he had increasingly turned to umpiring. Barry was an obdurate left-handed batsman, well suited to opening and to holding out when his team was in trouble, and on occasions the kind of slow bowler who can be effective when the opposition need to be encouraged to chase a total. He played around 1800 games for the Bank, scoring some 25,500 runs and taking exactly 200 wickets. The champagne celebration of this last milestone in 2013 was memorable. He also took some 340 catches and 9 stumpings, willing to fill any role at need. He was best known for his roles as a shrewd captain and committed organiser. He was 2nd XI captain for 17 seasons, later had 2 seasons as 3rd XI captain and to the end was involved in organising and skippering tour and social games, including 2 in which he captained 2 of his grandsons. He was Chairman of the Club for a total of some 20 years and had stepped up to President in 2009. He believed in socialising with the opposition after a game, deep into the evening if possible, and for many opponents he epitomised the Bank. He was known for his sense of humour; various running jokes and stock phrases (“I tried to stop them” when sympathising with the victim of a practical joke) made him a legend with far younger players and were fondly remembered at his packed memorial service.
Maurice Alexander 1917 – 2015 Maurice Alexander, a long standing member of Honor Oak CC, passed away in March 2015 at the ripe old age of 97. In a playing career lasting from 1936 to 1984, he spent the last 44 years at Honor Oak CC and during that time he scored in excess of 30,000 runs. He was by all accounts a courageous opening batsman. He was a first team player for 18 years and captain of the Sunday 1st XI (then a much higher standard of cricket than has become the case in recent years) from 1953-57. He also stood occasionally as an umpire for Honor Oak CC in Championship matches before the formation of the Umpires Panel. It was however as an administrator that Maurice made his name. He had joined the Club Cricket Conference Council as a County Representative for Surrey in 1968 and served on every sub-committee during the following 47 years, culminating in his appointment as Annual President in 1990. After his term of office Maurice was appointed a Life Vice President; a post he held until his death. At club level he spent 26
118 Section 4 – Extras years on the club's management committee and following the amalgamation with Tulse Hill Hockey club served for 20 more years before becoming a Director of the club for a further seven years until 1999. During this period, Maurice was Chairman from 1955-84 and oversaw the provision of the new pavilion in 1970. Additionally, many knew Maurice for his work in the wider cricketing world. He served on the National Cricket Association Executive Council from 1980-90, the last four years as a member of its Management Committee, as well as being President of the Surrey Cricket Association from 1980-86. It therefore should come as no surprise that he also served on The Home Counties Cricket Association, as Surrey's representative from 1980-94 when the body was abolished. Maurice was responsible for writing 'A History of Honor Oak Cricket and Lawn Tennis Club 1866-1965' and an update 'Honor Oak Cricket Club 1965-1990'. He also received acknowledgements for his research for the publications, 'The Who's Who of Cricketers' and 'The Chronicle of W.G.' In later life, after the amalgamation of the Honor Oak club with Alleyn’s Cricket Club, he was known to watch Championship cricket at the Alleyn’s ground well into his nineties. Club cricket in general will be the poorer for Maurice's passing and the contribution he made to club cricket will not be forgotten.
John Walters 1938 – 2015 Malden Wanderers’ cricketer John Walters died on 8 September 2015 aged 77 at Blackpool Victoria Hospital. ‘JBW’ or ‘JB’ as he was commonly known, was a product of Kingston Grammar School and the Club’s colts system. John was a true all-rounder: an orthodox left-arm spinner (with the occasional chinaman); a stroke making right- handed batsman and (in his younger days) an excellent cover point. When only 17 he scored a remarkably mature century against the powerful Beddington side. Aged 20 he scored 80 for the CCC against the MCC at Lord’s. And at 21 he did the double for the Wanderers (1132 runs at 32.3 and 101 wickets at 18.15). One typical all-round performance from that season was against Brondesbury; Malden playing the whole game with 10 men (unnoticed) made 282 for 4 (Walter 77), then dismissed Brondesbury for 191 (Walters 7 for 82). A notable bowling performance was against Wimbledon in 1960, Malden made only 87, but on a sticky wicket John was almost unplayable taking 8 for 28, the SW19 side managing just 32. During his early 20s he played for both Surrey and Middlesex 2nd XIs, but having achieved everything so effortlessly and so early in his life, he seemed to lose interest in cricket, and gave up the game. The appeal of competitive cricket rekindled his interest, and he made a comeback with some telling bowling contributions for the Wanderers during their 1977 Championship winning season. John was a forthright theorizer on the game (think Trevor Bailey on TMS), a volatile character, and on occasions, a frustrating cricketer to play alongside. On a scorching hot day at Richmond, after a couple of catches had been shelled off his bowling, he stormed off the field. When the other Malden players, having taken a beating, trooped into the pavilion, John was holding forth at the bar with a foaming pint in his hand. John was also a hockey player with Surbiton, good enough to be picked for an England trial. In his later years he got great pleasure watching his son Ben, like his father, a fine left arm spinner who played in the 1995 Malden Wanderers Evening Standard Trophy winning team. John Walters spent his last years living in Knott End-on-Sea, Lancashire where his lunchtime drinking partners in “The Squash” had a daily bet as to how many minutes it would be before their Surrey friend got round to talking about either hockey or cricket.
Peter Anderson 1936 – 2015 It is with much sadness that Staines & Laleham C.C. have to report the passing of club legend and it's first and only slow left arm Mexican Peter ‘Pedro’ Anderson following a short battle with cancer. Peter joined Staines & Laleham in 1977 and played in 34 consecutive seasons to 2010 when he had to stop after a heart attack which he suffered during a 4th XI game away at Leatherhead when he explained to the skipper that he thought it best that he drop down the order because he was not feeling great! Peter was an elegant left handed batsman and nagging slow left arm bowler who played at all levels within the club and remained a contributor right to his final season. As well as his playing contribution Peter also had a long spell as the clubs fixture secretary which over the years became an increasingly thankless task due to the number of club games being played, a demise Peter would happily elaborate on given half a chance! Latterly he adopted the role of club statistician and got to grips with the ever changing PlayCricket website which whilst a challenge indulged his love of statistics. Following his death it was discovered that he had kept hand written records of every game that he had played; starting in 1953! Prior to Staines & Laleham Peter played for GEC between 1953 and 1957 and from 1959 to 1976 he
119 Section 4 – Extras played for a wandering team that travelled to fabulous Company sports grounds around London on a Sunday (GEC, Charringtons, Courages, Heinz, Midland Bank, Halls, Trumans etc). Peter flourished with the bat and consistently topped the batting averages. Peter's time was devoted to his family as well as all sports and had been an excellent footballer in his youth. He will be remembered by everyone at Staines & Laleham for being a genuine club legend; the attendance at his funeral was a testament to that. Since his forced retirement from playing Peter was an ever present spectator and rarely missed a weekend; his loss will not be truly felt until the season starts and we no longer have this kind and much loved member at our club.
Steve Mitchell 1967 – 2016 Steve Mitchell passed away after a short illness on 2nd February 2016 – aged 48. After the very sad news of the death of Steve, one of Valley End Cricket Club’s finest, it is hard to contemplate the loss of such a popular man. The many letters and e-mails of sympathy from fellow clubs bear fine testimony, and we thank everyone for this. Steve was a true club man with the club at heart – a captain looking to develop players and ensure all were involved, a committee member and fixture secretary for many years, always turning up for the ground preparation at the beginning of the season and putting it to bed for the winter, a chef on the BBQ, a barman behind the bar, a coach for the youngsters including the Rascals (disability cricket) which he loved to do, the tour organizer, and much more – Steve was everything a club could ever wish for in a member. His trade mark for many years was his pink cap and his nature was always to be there to support even when being unable to play. For well over twenty years he was one of Valley End Cricket Club’s finest members and with over 400 games recorded on play cricket including a magnificent 154* against his name, he can be remembered as a fine cricketer. His nickname “slapper” may be a clue to his batting style! Aside from the club, he loved the outdoors, walking, cycling, exploring, music and he had a fine eye for photography. He was also a very helpful IT man to know and a wizard at fixing recalcitrant computers. Everyone who knew Steve will have their own happy memories – many laughs which we can all recall and a few hazy evenings as well; he always did know a good ale! He will be sadly missed but always remembered and we extend our deepest sympathies to his parents, sister and two brothers.
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SURREY CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIOUS WINNERS (last 10 seasons only)
SEASON Premier League FIRST XI SECOND XI THIRD XI 2006 Sutton Sunbury Wimbledon 2007 Reigate Priory Weybridge Wimbledon 2008 Reigate Priory Weybridge Wimbledon 2009 Sutton Sutton Wimbledon 2010 Reigate Priory Normandy Wimbledon 2011 Wimbledon Wimbledon Reigate Priory 2012 Wimbledon Wimbledon Wimbledon 2013 Wimbledon Weybridge Wimbledon 2014 Reigate Priory Reigate Priory Wimbledon 2015 Sunbury Reigate Priory Sunbury
Division 1 FIRST XI SECOND XI THIRD XI 2006 Sunbury Walton-on-Thames Old Mid-Whitgiftian 2007 Malden Wanderers Old Mid-Whitgiftian Sutton 2008 Weybridge Malden Wanderers Weybridge 2009 Pyrford Spencer Guildford 2010 Normandy Ashtead Beddington 2011 Camberley Sutton Sutton 2012 Spencer Ashtead Guildford 2013 Leatherhead Sunbury Cheam 2014 Normandy Leatherhead Old Rutlishians 2015 Ashtead Spencer Ashtead
Division 2 FIRST XI SECOND XI THIRD XI 2006 Old Mid-Whitgiftian Egham Caterham 2007 Brook Farnham Valley End 2008 Pyrford Epsom Pyrford 2009 Cheam Ashtead Old Rutlishians 2010 Camberley Cheam Old Emanuel 2011 Dulwich East Molesey Hampton Wick Royal 2012 Leatherhead Sanderstead Woking & Horsell 2013 Cranleigh Spencer Old Rutlishians 2014 Ashtead Old Rutlishians Normandy 2015 Walton on Thames Worcester Park Worcester Park
Division 3 FIRST XI SECOND XI THIRD XI* / EAST WEST 2006 Old Emanuel Cobham Avorians 2007 Epsom Warlingham 2008 Egham Ashtead 2009 Worcester Park Old Rutlishians 2010 Valley End Esher 2011 Horsley & Send Valley End 2012 Cranleigh Woking & Horsell 2013 Epsom Old Whitgiftians Worcester Park* 2014 Old Rutlishians Esher Streatham & Marlborough Guildford City 2015 Egham Cranleigh SinjunGrammarians Ashford
* The 3rd XI Division 3 was first introduced in the 2013 season and split regionally for the 2014 season.
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SURREY CHAMPIONSHIP PREVIOUS WINNERS (last 10 seasons only)
SEASON Division 4 FIRST XI SECOND XI 2006 Epsom Old Emanuel 2007 Leatherhead & Cobham Ashtead 2008 Ashford East Molesey 2009 Valley End Thames Ditton 2010 Addiscombe Valley End 2011 Staines & Laleham Woking & Horsell 2012 Chipstead, Coulsdon & Walcountians Oxted & Limpsfield 2013 Egham Dorking 2014 Oxted & Limpsfield Chipstead, Coulsdon & Walcountians 2015 Guildford City Guildford City
Division 5 FIRST XI SECOND XI 2006 Leatherhead & Cobham East Molesey 2007 Old Hamptonians Old Rutlishians 2008 Sinjungrammarians Ashford 2009 Addiscombe Dorking 2010 Chipstead, Coulsdon & Walcountians Stoke D’Abernon 2011 Old Hamptonians Maori Oxshott 2012 Oxted & Limpsfield Dorking 2013 Guildford City Guildford City 2014 Byfleet Ripley 2015 Sanderstead Battersea Ironsides
4th XIs PREMIER CENTRAL / DIV 1* EAST WEST 2008 Wimbledon Ashtead 2009 Wimbledon Valley End Malden Wanderers 2010 Wimbledon Sutton Woking & Horsell 2011 Dulwich Cheam Streatham & Marlborough Normandy 2012 Dulwich Epsom Reigate Priory Guildford 2013 Wimbledon Oxted & Limpsfield Sinjungrammarians Hampton Wick Royal 2014 Dulwich Banstead Streatham & Marlborough Normandy 2015 Wimbledon Old Rutlishians* Ashtead Walton on Thames
T20 2006 Wimbledon 2007 Old Whitgiftians 2008 Ashford 2009 Reigate Priory 2010 Wimbledon 2011 Valley End 2012 Wimbledon 2013 Wimbledon 2014 Ashtead 2015 Wimbledon
* The 4th XI structure amended in 2015 to match 3rd XI; Premier, Division 1, East Division and West Division.
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HISTORY OF THE SURREY CHAMPIONSHIP
1968 Formed by 17 Founder Member clubs, 1st and 2nd Xl sections only: Addiscombe, Banstead, Beddington, Cheam, Dulwich, East Molesey, Epsom, Guildford, Malden Wanderers, Mitcham, Old Emanuel, Old Whitgiftians, Purley, Spencer, Streatham, Sunbury and Sutton. 1972 Increased to 19 clubs - Ashford and Honor Oak joined. 1977 3rd XI section introduced. 1980 Increased to 22 clubs in 1st and 2nd XI sections - Esher, Oatlands Park and Wimbledon joined. 1982 Eve Group plc commenced sponsorship of Championship. 1983 Two new balls per match introduced. 1987 Second Division of 18 clubs, 1st and 2nd XI sections added, with promotion and relegation introduced. 1987 Panel of umpires installed to stand in 1st XI matches. Limitations on contracted and overseas players. 1988 Second Division sections increased to 22 clubs. 3rd XI section increased to 18 clubs. 1989 Second Division of 3rd Xl section introduced. 1990 3rd XI, Second Division increase in clubs. Promotion and relegation introduced. 1991 SGM votes for Third Division, 1st and 2nd XIs, in 1992. 1992 3rd XI Division 3 introduced. 1993 3rd Xl Division 1 reduced to 10 clubs playing on a home and away basis. 1994 Championship became members of League Cricket Conference. 1995 Division 2 and 3, 1st and 2nd XIs re-formed in 1996. 1996 AGM votes to indemnify Executive Committee members against legal action. 1997 SGM introduces a 1st XI Premier Division and a First Division, each of 10 clubs, starting in 1999. 1998 SGM votes to delete the word 'amateur' from Rule 2. Promotion and relegation with the Surrey County League to take effect from end of 1998 season. 1999 SGM introduces a 2nd XI Premier Division and a First Division, each of 10 clubs, starting in 2000. 2000 19th and final season of sponsorship from Eve Group plc. First website goes live. 2001 Castle Lager becomes new Sponsor of Championship. 2002 Premier Division of 10 clubs for 3rd XIs commences. New website in place. 2005 Commencement of six 10-club Divisions at all 1st and 2nd XI levels. 2006 Shepherd Neame become sponsors of the Championship. Scoresheets and statistics directly onto Surrey Championship Play-Cricket website. 2007 4th XI League commenced with one Eastern Division of 8 clubs. 2008 ECB Premier 1st XI only, half the itinerary (nine games) played as 50-over matches. 2008 4th XI League increased to 18 clubs in two Division called East and West with 9 clubs in each. 2009 Registrations on Play-Cricket for the Premier and First Division of 1st XIs. 2009 Limited overs introduced for half the itinerary (9 games) for all 1st and 2nd XIs and Premier 3rd XIs. 2009 4th XI increased to 24 clubs in 3 Division, Premier, East and West with 8 clubs in each. 2010 4th XI increased to 30 clubs in 3 Division, Premier, East and West with 10 clubs in each. 2011 Ryman commenced sponsorship of the Championship. 2011 4th XI extended to 34 clubs in 4 Divisions. Premier (10 clubs), Central (8), East (8), & West (8). 2012 Duckworth Lewis introduced into the Premier and First Division 1st XI 50 over matches. 2012 4th XI increased to 36 clubs in four Divisions. Premier (10 clubs), Central (8), East (9), & West (9). 2013 4th XI increased to 39 clubs in four Divisions. Premier (10 clubs), Central (9) East (10) and West (10). 2013 3rd XI split into four Divisions. Premier, Division 1 and Division 2 each with 10 clubs playing half the itinerary (nine games) as 50-over matches. Division 3 with 16 clubs to play all timed matches. 2014 3rd XI Division 3 split into two Division. This results in all 3rd XIs playing half the itinerary (nine games) as 50-over matches. 2014 4th XI increased to 40 clubs. 2015 4th XI structure amended to match 3rd XI; Premier, Division 1, East Division and West Division. 2015 All Championship Divisions playing the split format; nine timed games and nine limited-over matches. 2016 Formation of Fuller's Brewery Surrey County League / Surrey Championship 3rd XI Regional League. 2016 Travelbag commences sponsorship of the Surrey Championship.
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3rd XI FIXTURES (Continued) and 4th XI FIXTURES FOR 2016
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. Div 3: 3rd XI West 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BY Byfleet - SPO EG CRA CAM WBV - CTY WHV RIP CAM Camberley AVN WHV SPO CTY CRA RIP - WBV BY FAR CTY Chertsey EG - BY WHV AVN FAR RIP SPO CRA AVN Cobham Avor. WHV RIP - WBV SPO EG FAR CAM CTY BY CRA Cranleigh FAR BY CAM - WBV AVN CTY SPO - EG EG Egham SPO WBV RIP WHV FAR - CRA - AVN CAM FAR Farnham CTY EG AVN CRA BY - RIP WHV WBV RIP Ripley CAM CTY FAR CRA BY WBV SPO AVN - - SPO Shepperton RIP - FAR - BY EG CTY WHV AVN CAM WBVWeybridgeVan - AVN CAM FAR CTY WHV EG SPO CRA - WHV WhiteleyVill WBV RIP CRA - FAR - BY CAM EG CTY
Premier: 4th XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BAN Banstead SBY WH RPY WIM SHM ORS DUL SCR SIG DUL Dulwich SIG ORS BAN SCR RPY SBY SHM WH WIM ORS O.Rutlish BAN SBY SHM SCR DUL SIG WH WIM RPY RPY ReigatePrior WIM SIG WH SCR ORS SHM BAN DUL SBY SIG SinjunGramma SCR WIM ORS SBY BAN DUL RPY WH SHM SCR Spencer SHM RPY WIM SBY SIG BAN WH ORS DUL SHM StreathamMar RPY DUL SBY WH SIG SCR WIM BAN ORS SBY Sunbury DUL SHM WH WIM RPY BAN ORS SCR SIG WIM Wimbledon WH SHM SIG DUL ORS SCR RPY SBY BAN WH Woking&Horsl ORS SCR SIG BAN WIM DUL SBY SHM RPY
Division 1: 4th XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ASH Ashford WOT PUR BED OXL NOR WPK ATD WEY SUT ATD Ashtead NOR ASH WPK WEY WOT OXL SUT BED PUR BED Beddington WPK WEY NOR SUT ATD PUR ASH OXL WOT NOR Normandy SUT WOT WEY OXL PUR ATD BED ASH WPK OXL Oxted&Limpsf ATD NOR SUT WPK WOT BED WEY PUR ASH PUR Purley BED WPK ATD OXL ASH WOT WEY SUT NOR SUT Sutton WEY ATD WOT ASH PUR OXL NOR WPK BED WOT Walton on Th OXL SUT PUR WPK BED ASH NOR WEY ATD WEY Weybridge PUR OXL WOT BED SUT ASH WPK ATD NOR WPK Worcester Pk ASH ATD WEY SUT NOR BED PUR OXL WOT
East Div: 4th XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ACB Addiscombe SDS CKH BPK HWR WLS TMW BTI MER DKG BTI Battersea I. DKG BPK ACB SDS TMW WLS MER HWR CKH BPK BeddingtonPk WLS HWR CKH BTI SDS MER DKG TMW ACB CKH CrockhamHill HWR SDS WLS DKG BTI MER ACB BPK TMW DKG Dorking MER TMW BPK SDS ACB BTI WLS HWR CKH HWR HamptonWickR TMW ACB SDS DKG CKH BTI BPK WLS MER MER Merstham CKH WLS BTI HWR ACB DKG TMW BPK SDS SDS Sanderstead BPK TMW CKH MER WLS HWR ACB DKG BTI TMW Trin MidWhit ACB MER DKG BPK CKH HWR SDS BTI WLS WLS Wim.Lakeside BTI DKG TMW HWR MER CKH BPK SDS ACB
West Div: 4th XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 CTY Chertsey EPS VAL STL WNS EG KEM MWS HRL EMY EMY East Molesey MWS STL CTY EG VAL HRL WNS KEM EPS EG Egham CTY EPS KEM STL HRL MWS WNS EMY VAL EPS Epsom KEM HRL WNS EG EMY CTY MWS VAL STL HRL HorsellRLion EG KEM EMY STL MWS CTY VAL EPS WNS KEM Kempton WNS CTY HRL VAL EMY EG EPS STL MWS MWS Malden Wand STL WNS EPS KEM CTY EMY VAL EG HRL WNS O.Wimbledons EMY EG HRL MWS KEM VAL STL CTY EPS STL Staines&Lale VAL CTY WNS KEM EPS MWS EMY EG HRL VAL Valley End HRL EMY MWS EG EPS STL CTY WNS KEM 124 Section 4 – Extras
3rd XI FIXTURES FOR 2016 (less Div 3 West)
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. Premier: 3rd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ATD Ashtead SCR SBY WIM ORS MWS RPY DUL WOT WEY DUL Dulwich SBY ATD ORS WIM WEY WOT MWS RPY SCR MWS Malden Wand ORS DUL WEY WOT SCR RPY SBY ATD WIM ORS O.Rutlish WEY DUL WOT RPY MWS WIM SBY SCR ATD RPY ReigatePrior ATD SCR MWS DUL SBY WIM WOT ORS WEY SCR Spencer WOT WEY DUL ORS RPY WIM ATD MWS SBY SBY Sunbury MWS ORS WOT ATD SCR DUL WEY WIM RPY WOT Walton on Th DUL RPY WEY WIM SCR ATD ORS MWS SBY WEY Weybridge WIM MWS SBY RPY ATD ORS SCR WOT DUL WIM Wimbledon RPY WOT SCR MWS SBY WEY ATD ORS DUL
Division 1: 3rd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BAN Banstead EMY VAL WNS GUI OXL NOR WPK SHM SUT EMY East Molesey WNS VAL GUI NOR BAN SUT WPK OXL SHM GUI Guildford VAL NOR WNS SUT OXL SHM EMY BAN WPK NOR Normandy SHM OXL BAN VAL WPK SUT GUI EMY WNS WNS O.Wimbledons SUT BAN WPK NOR SHM EMY OXL GUI VAL OXL Oxted&Limpsf GUI WNS VAL EMY NOR SUT SHM BAN WPK SHM StreathamMar OXL WPK SUT EMY BAN NOR VAL GUI WNS SUT Sutton NOR GUI OXL BAN WPK WNS SHM EMY VAL VAL Valley End WPK SHM EMY SUT WNS GUI BAN NOR OXL WPK Worcester Pk BAN EMY GUI SHM OXL VAL WNS SUT NOR
Division 2: 3rd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ASH Ashford WGT GFC PUR SDS WH SIG BED CH HWR BED Beddington PUR ASH WH SIG HWR CH WGT GFC SDS CH Cheam GFC HWR BED ASH WGT SDS SIG PUR WH GFC GuildfordCty HWR WGT SDS PUR BED CH ASH SIG WH HWR HamptonWickR SIG WH ASH PUR CH SDS GFC BED WGT WGT O.Whitgift BED PUR SIG GFC HWR ASH WH SDS CH PUR Purley WH ASH SIG CH BED SDS WGT HWR GFC SDS Sanderstead CH SIG HWR BED WGT WH GFC PUR ASH SIG SinjunGramma ASH CH WH SDS HWR GFC PUR BED WGT WH Woking&Horsl SDS BED WGT CH GFC PUR HWR SIG ASH
Div 3: 3rd XI Central 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 CSS Chessington HH LHC TDN EER OEM KSN EPS STL KEM EPS Epsom EER KSN CSS TDN STL KEM OEM HH LHC EER Esher KSN STL KEM HH EPS TDN CSS OEM LHC HH Hampton Hill LHC TDN OEM EPS CSS KEM STL KSN EER KEM Kempton EPS OEM KSN CSS STL LHC EER HH TDN KSN Kingstonian OEM LHC TDN HH EPS KEM EER CSS STL LHC Leatherhead KEM STL EPS CSS EER HH KSN OEM TDN OEM O.Emanuel TDN EPS LHC KEM KSN EER HH CSS STL STL Staines&Lale CSS HH OEM EER KSN TDN LHC KEM EPS TDN ThamesDitton STL EER HH KEM LHC OEM CSS EPS KSN
Div 3: 3rd XI East 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ACB Addiscombe TMW MIT BTI MER DKG SPK CCW WLL WOO BTI Battersea I. WLL MER WOO CCW MIT ACB DKG TMW SPK CCW ChipsteadC&W MER ACB WOO SPK MIT TMW WLL BTI DKG DKG Dorking BTI WLL CCW TMW MIT MER WOO SPK ACB MER Merstham DKG TMW WLL SPK WOO CCW BTI ACB MIT MIT Mitcham CCW WOO MER WLL ACB SPK TMW BTI DKG SPK Sheen Park ACB CCW MIT BTI DKG WOO TMW WLL MER TMW Trin MidWhit MIT DKG SPK WLL BTI ACB MER CCW WOO WLL Wallington WOO MER CCW ACB BTI SPK DKG MIT TMW WOO Woodmanstern SPK BTI DKG ACB TMW WLL MIT CCW MER 125 Section 4 – Extras
2nd XI FIXTURES FOR 2016 (Continued)
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. Division 2: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ACB Addiscombe DUL OXL BED BOE WGT CRA EER TMW WH BOE Bank of Eng. WH DUL EER BED OXL CRA TMW ACB WGT BED Beddington EER DUL WGT WH TMW ACB OXL BOE CRA CRA Cranleigh BOE EER OXL BED DUL TMW WH ACB WGT DUL Dulwich OXL WH BOE EER WGT ACB BED CRA TMW EER Esher TMW ACB WGT CRA BED WH BOE DUL OXL WGT O.Whitgift ACB BED TMW BOE CRA WH OXL EER DUL OXL Oxted&Limpsf BED WGT EER ACB TMW DUL CRA WH BOE TMW Trin MidWhit CRA BOE DUL ACB WH WGT EER BED OXL WH Woking&Horsl WGT TMW CRA ACB OXL BOE DUL EER BED
Division 3: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ASH Ashford DKG CH SHM CCW PUR EG CAM SDS CSS CAM Camberley ASH SHM DKG EG PUR CH CSS CCW SDS CH Cheam CAM CCW SDS DKG SHM EG ASH CSS PUR CSS Chessington SDS PUR DKG CAM ASH CH CCW EG SHM CCW ChipsteadC&W SHM PUR CSS EG CAM SDS CH DKG ASH DKG Dorking PUR EG SHM CSS ASH CCW SDS CH CAM EG Egham CH CAM ASH SDS SHM CSS DKG PUR CCW PUR Purley SDS CH EG CCW CSS SHM DKG ASH CAM SDS Sanderstead CH DKG ASH CAM CSS PUR EG SHM SHM StreathamMar EG ASH PUR SDS CSS CCW CAM DKG CH
Division 4: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ALY Alleyn RIP KSN SIG CTY GFC BTI HWR KEM SKD BTI Battersea I. ALY SIG GFC CTY KSN HWR RIP KEM SKD CTY Chertsey SIG KSN SKD RIP HWR KEM GFC ALY BTI GFC GuildfordCty CTY SKD SIG KEM HWR KSN BTI RIP ALY HWR HamptonWickR BTI ALY KSN KEM RIP SKD SIG CTY GFC KEM Kempton KSN GFC CTY ALY SKD BTI SIG HWR RIP KSN Kingstonian GFC RIP ALY SIG SKD KEM CTY BTI HWR RIP Ripley SKD HWR BTI KEM GFC ALY KSN SIG CTY SIG SinjunGramma HWR KEM SKD BTI CTY RIP ALY KSN GFC SKD Stoke D'Aber KEM CTY HWR ALY BTI RIP GFC SIG KSN
Division 5: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 AVN Cobham Avor. DRX LNG MER GDG HTN STL HSD OEM MAI DRX DeandoRuxley GDG HSD OEM LNG STL MER AVN HTN MAI GDG Godalming HSD AVN MAI HTN OEM DRX STL LNG MER HSD Horsley&Send STL OEM AVN HTN MAI GDG DRX LNG MER LNG Lingfield OEM MAI HTN HSD MER GDG AVN DRX STL MAI MaoriOxshott HTN MER AVN LNG DRX OEM GDG STL HSD MER Merstham LNG HTN DRX HSD GDG STL MAI AVN OEM OEM O.Emanuel MAI STL HSD AVN MER LNG HTN GDG DRX HTN O.Hamptonian AVN OEM MER STL DRX LNG MAI HSD GDG STL Staines&Lale MER DRX GDG LNG MAI HSD OEM AVN HTN
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1st XI FIXTURES FOR 2016 (Continued)
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. Division 4: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BY Byfleet WH GFC AVN HTN WBV KSN HWR FMB SDS AVN Cobham Avor. HTN FMB SDS GFC KSN HWR WBV BY WH FMB Farncombe HWR WH AVN BY WBV GFC SDS KSN HTN GFC GuildfordCty KSN WBV FMB WH SDS HTN BY HWR AVN HWR HamptonWickR AVN WH BY GFC FMB HTN SDS WBV KSN KSN Kingstonian WBV SDS HTN HWR FMB GFC WH BY AVN HTN O.Hamptonian GFC BY WBV FMB SDS AVN KSN HWR WH SDS Sanderstead FMB HWR BY KSN WBV WH AVN HTN GFC WBV WeybridgeVan BY AVN WH HWR GFC HTN KSN FMB SDS WH Woking&Horsl SDS KSN HWR HTN AVN BY FMB GFC WBV
Division 5: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ALYAlleyn BTI OPL SKD OEM KEM CRT HM CTY MAI BTI Battersea I. OPL CRT HM SKD KEM MAI ALY OEM CTY CTY Chertsey MAI SKD KEM BTI ALY HM OEM OPL CRT CRT Churt ALY OEM OPL CTY HM SKD BTI MAI KEM HM Haslemere CTY BTI ALY MAI OEM OPL KEM SKD CRT KEM Kempton SKD HM CRT OPL MAI CTY OEM BTI ALY MAI MaoriOxshott OEM KEM BTI CRT ALY CTY SKD OPL HM OEM O.Emanuel KEM ALY CTY OPL BTI MAI CRT SKD HM OPL O.Paulines HM CRT SKD MAI BTI CTY ALY KEM OEM SKD Stoke D'Aber CRT MAI HM CTY KEM OEM OPL BTI ALY
2nd XI FIXTURES FOR 2016
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. Premier: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ATD Ashtead SBY SCR NOR MWS WIM EMY WEY RPY EPS EMYEast Molesey ATD NOR WIM MWS SCR WEY SBY RPY EPS EPS Epsom RPY MWS WEY ATD EMY SBY WIM NOR SCR MWS Malden Wand NOR SCR EPS SBY WEY RPY WIM ATD EMY NOR Normandy WEY RPY EPS EMY MWS SBY ATD SCR WIM RPY ReigatePrior SCR WIM MWS ATD EPS EMY NOR WEY SBY SCR Spencer WIM SBY ATD NOR EPS RPY MWS EMY WEY SBY Sunbury EPS WEY EMY RPY WIM ATD SCR NOR MWS WEY Weybridge EMY ATD SCR RPY SBY EPS NOR MWS WIM WIM Wimbledon MWS EPS NOR RPY WEY SCR EMY SBY ATD
Division 1: 2nd XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BAN Banstead FAR GUI WOT ORS LHC SUT WNS WPK VAL FAR Farnham WOT SUT GUI WPK LHC ORS BAN VAL WNS GUI Guildford ORS FAR LHC VAL WNS WPK BAN WOT SUT LHC Leatherhead WNS VAL SUT ORS WPK GUI WOT FAR BAN ORS O.Rutlish SUT BAN FAR VAL GUI WNS WOT LHC WPK WNS O.Wimbledons VAL WOT BAN FAR SUT LHC WPK ORS GUI SUT Sutton BAN WPK VAL WOT GUI ORS FAR WNS LHC VAL Valley End WPK SUT WOT FAR BAN WNS LHC ORS GUI WOT Walton on Th LHC ORS GUI WNS FAR WPK VAL SUT BAN WPK Worcester Pk GUI LHC WNS ORS BAN VAL SUT WOT FAR
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1st XI FIXTURES FOR 2016
The first four and the final five matches are limited overs matches. ECB Premier: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ATD Ashtead EMY WEY GUI SUT RPY SBY NOR BED WIM BED Beddington WIM GUI RPY EMY ATD NOR SUT WEY SBY EMY East Molesey WEY SBY NOR GUI RPY WIM ATD SUT BED GUI Guildford SBY WIM NOR BED RPY SUT WEY EMY ATD NOR Normandy BED EMY ATD WIM SUT WEY RPY GUI SBY RPY ReigatePrior GUI NOR SBY WEY WIM BED SUT EMY ATD SBY Sunbury ATD SUT WEY BED NOR GUI EMY WIM RPY SUT Sutton RPY ATD BED WEY EMY WIM SBY GUI NOR WEY Weybridge NOR SBY GUI WIM EMY BED ATD RPY SUT WIMWimbledon SUT RPY EMY SBY ATD BED GUI WEY NOR
Division 1: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BAN Banstead SCR ORS CRA CCW VAL MWS WGT LHC WOT CCW ChipsteadC&W VAL SCR LHC MWS WOT WGT CRA BAN ORS CRA Cranleigh LHC CCW WOT WGT ORS BAN VAL SCR MWS LHC Leatherhead WOT CCW WGT BAN CRA MWS VAL ORS SCR MWS Malden Wand BAN WGT ORS CRA VAL WOT SCR LHC CCW ORS O.Rutlish WGT WOT CCW LHC BAN MWS SCR CRA VAL WGT O.Whitgift CCW BAN WOT MWS ORS SCR LHC CRA VAL SCR Spencer ORS VAL MWS LHC CRA BAN CCW WGT WOT VAL Valley End CRA LHC WGT SCR ORS CCW WOT MWS BAN WOT Walton on Th MWS CRA VAL BAN SCR LHC ORS WGT CCW
Division 2: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 BOE Bank of Eng. CSS PUR EPS DUL EG WPK EER FAR CAM CAM Camberley DUL EG CSS WPK BOE FAR EPS PUR EER CSS Chessington WPK EER EPS PUR EG CAM BOE DUL FAR DUL Dulwich EG BOE FAR PUR CSS CAM WPK EPS EER EG Egham EPS EER WPK PUR CAM FAR DUL CSS BOE EPS Epsom WPK CAM EER FAR EG DUL PUR CSS BOE EER Esher FAR CSS BOE CAM DUL PUR EG EPS WPK FAR Farnham CAM EPS EG CSS BOE EER DUL PUR WPK PUR Purley EER CSS WPK EPS CAM FAR BOE EG DUL WPK Worcester Pk BOE DUL PUR FAR EER EPS CSS CAM EG
Division 3: 1st XI 07/05 14/05 21/05 28/05 04/06 11/06 18/06 25/06 02/07 09/07 16/07 23/07 30/07 06/08 13/08 20/08 27/08 03/09 ACB Addiscombe SHM DKG STL TMW OXL ASH CH WNS HSD ASH Ashford OXL SHM ACB WNS HSD DKG CH TMW STL CH Cheam ACB HSD ASH TMW WNS OXL STL SHM DKG DKG Dorking ASH WNS HSD OXL CH TMW ACB SHM STL HSD Horsley&Send WNS TMW SHM CH ACB STL DKG ASH OXL WNS O.Wimbledons TMW STL DKG SHM ACB OXL HSD CH ASH OXL Oxted&Limpsf CH ACB WNS STL HSD ASH SHM TMW DKG STL Staines&Lale HSD CH TMW ASH DKG SHM WNS OXL ACB SHM StreathamMar STL OXL DKG ASH ACB CH TMW WNS HSD TMW Trin MidWhit DKG STL SHM OXL WNS ASH HSD ACB CH
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