The weather was finally kind enough to allow the teams to actually play for the first time this season, and perhaps as a result of rustiness the outcomes were not as favourable as they could have been.
The 1st XI hosted Horsham and were stuck into bat by the visitors. A solid opening stand between Ben Chambers (12) and debut-maker John Glover (20) was followed by a mini collapse as Worthing went from 40 for 0 to 44 for 4. Darryll Rebbetts (39) and second debut man Ian Gooding (27) steadied the ship before Stuart Carter (17) and a swashbuckling innings from Andy Lutwyche (25 not out) got the home side up to a competitive 178 all out in their 58 overs.
Horsham made the target having lost 5 wickets in the 48th over of their innings. Third debut boy Gary Tester chipped in with 3 for 33 whilst Ollie Rogers and Benn Challen took a wicket each.
The 2nd XI were at Horsham and batted first making 200 for 9 from their 53 overs. Tim Dunn (52) adn Brad James (55 not out) both scored half-centuries, ably supported by Dave Marshallsay (35) and John Kaye (21).
Horsham made their target in the 45th over and 7 wickets down, despite Harry Dunn taking 5 for 80 from 17.2.overs, with a wicket each for Paul Westlake and Nick Gunning.
The 3rd XI went to Dome Mission and a decidedly wet track, where the home side inserted Kevin Punter's young side. They made 116 all out from 37.4. overs with ther stand out inning being that of Bradley Lewis who made 32.
Dome Mission 1st XI made the target just 4 wickets downs, with scalps for Martyn Swift (1 for 7 off 7 overs), skipper Punter (2 for 21) and Harvey von Biel (1 for 10).
Worthing 4th XI played Brighton Electricity at the Manor, and ended up holding on for the draw. The visitors elected to bat first and rattled up 289 for 5 in 46 overs, including a few lost balls. Lloyd Osland's side stuck to their task well with Robson Piper taking 2 for 40, Sam Wookey 2 for 50 and Osland a wicket himself.
In reply Worthing reached 152 for 5, with Jack Dunn's vigil of a 151 ball 34 (he must have been watching Chanderpaul), skipper Osland's 63 and Andy Culver's 19.
The 5th XI travelled to Aldwick 2s where they won the toss and stuck the hosts in. After 40 overs the visitors had made 247 for 9 and declared. Greg Harris picked up 4 for 26, Josh Quintais 2 for 36 and a wicket a-piece for Harry Reeves, James Belton and Glenn Harris.
Worthing crashed to 85 all out with only Adam Bastable (17), Greg Harris (21) and Harry Reeves (14 not out) making double figures.
The 6th XI were let down by a lot of late drop-out for various, frankly lame, reasons on the whole.
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Sunday, 20 May 2012
Wednesday, 16 May 2012
Result - 12.5.12
Only the 4th XI played and wished they hadn't having lost to East Preston "2nd" XI by 9 wickets. Ironically EP's 1st XI were rained off on the same day, but whatever makes you happy I suppose.
The forecast is better for next Saturday, so here's hoping that all the games are played!
The forecast is better for next Saturday, so here's hoping that all the games are played!
Wednesday, 24 August 2011
20.8.11 - 4th XI v Brighton & Hove 4th XI
A close game at the Nevil here as the home side snuck over the line with just one wicket to spare. Worthing were inserted and managed 155 all out, with Aaron Tugnutt top scoring with 53, and Nick Oxley 32.
In reply Oxley took 3 for 67 and Barry Cool claimed 3 for 34 whilst Adam Bardouleau and Joe Westlake took a wicket each, but ultimately they didn't get enough runs. A great season and promotion is confirmed as champions!
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In reply Oxley took 3 for 67 and Barry Cool claimed 3 for 34 whilst Adam Bardouleau and Joe Westlake took a wicket each, but ultimately they didn't get enough runs. A great season and promotion is confirmed as champions!
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Sunday, 14 August 2011
13.8.11 - 4th XI v St Andrews 2nd XI
A draw for the 4s and they remain top of the league by 28 points.
The hosts batted first and scored 251 for 7. James Aylen took 2 for 54, whilst James Allen, Adam Bardouleau and Jack Stuart all took a wicket each.
Worthing got 155 for 7 in reply with Lloyd Crathern scoring 44.
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The hosts batted first and scored 251 for 7. James Aylen took 2 for 54, whilst James Allen, Adam Bardouleau and Jack Stuart all took a wicket each.
Worthing got 155 for 7 in reply with Lloyd Crathern scoring 44.
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Sunday, 7 August 2011
6.8.11 - 4th XI v Hangleton
A comfortable win for the 4s at East Brighton Park, with some great performances from young players. Worthing were put in by the hosts and it looked like a good decision until Harvey von Biel (59) and Nick Ballamy (48 not out) came in to push the total up to 266 for 8 from just 46 overs. Continuing good form from the festival Aaron Tugnutt got 34 and Alex Anderson hit 31.
Hangleton crumbled to 184 all out with Ballamy taking 4 for 32, Sanjeev Kalra 2 for 39 and Sam Greenrod 2 for 20. James Allen took the other wicket as Hangleton could only muster ten players.
The result keeps them top of the table with two games to play.
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Hangleton crumbled to 184 all out with Ballamy taking 4 for 32, Sanjeev Kalra 2 for 39 and Sam Greenrod 2 for 20. James Allen took the other wicket as Hangleton could only muster ten players.
The result keeps them top of the table with two games to play.
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Monday, 1 August 2011
30.7.11 - 4th XI v Barns Green 2nd XI
A convincing win for the side as they thrashed Barns Green by 10 wickets.
The visitors won the toss and elected to bat but were unaware of the threat of a turning pitch and Lloyd Osland's off spin (yes, you did read that correctly). The skipper finished with 5 for 41 whilst Shane Felton claimed 3 for 37 and Nick Oxley and Jamie Piper took a wicket each as the Barns Breen Innings closed on 160 all out.
The reply only required two willows as both Aaron Tugnutt and Lloyd Crathern both scored 76 not out.
The win keeps them top of the table and favourites for promotion for the second season running.
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The visitors won the toss and elected to bat but were unaware of the threat of a turning pitch and Lloyd Osland's off spin (yes, you did read that correctly). The skipper finished with 5 for 41 whilst Shane Felton claimed 3 for 37 and Nick Oxley and Jamie Piper took a wicket each as the Barns Breen Innings closed on 160 all out.
The reply only required two willows as both Aaron Tugnutt and Lloyd Crathern both scored 76 not out.
The win keeps them top of the table and favourites for promotion for the second season running.
Scorecard
Sunday, 24 July 2011
23.7.11 - 4th XI v Serendib 2nd XI
A disappointing result for the 4th XI as they lost to Serendib 2s, who as a result closed the gap on them at the top.
Having been put into bat by their host Worthing made 237 all out thanks in the main to Barry Cool's unbeaten 165, but aaron Tugnutt batted well to get himself 25 and Dan Stuart with 12 being the only other people to score double figures or more.
The hosts reached their target with 6 wickets gone with James Aylen taking 3 for 38, San Wookey 2 for 26 and Cool himself taking the remaining wicket.
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Having been put into bat by their host Worthing made 237 all out thanks in the main to Barry Cool's unbeaten 165, but aaron Tugnutt batted well to get himself 25 and Dan Stuart with 12 being the only other people to score double figures or more.
The hosts reached their target with 6 wickets gone with James Aylen taking 3 for 38, San Wookey 2 for 26 and Cool himself taking the remaining wicket.
Scorecard
Saturday, 16 July 2011
16.7.11 - All Games
Due to the rain, all games were cancelled.
Good use was made of the new pool table though!
Good use was made of the new pool table though!
Sunday, 3 July 2011
2.7.11 - 4th XI v Broadbridge Heath 2nd XI
A youthful Worthing 4th team took to the field against Broadbridge Heath on Saturday and although they lost still remain 23 points clear at the top of the league. In posting just 139 all out they gave themselves little to bowl at, although Lloyd Crathern dug in for a form rediscovering 80 to hold the innings together.
Heath lost just 4 wickets in their reply, but the side shouldn't be too downhearted as it was literally men against boys, and our lads gave a good account of themselves.
I will try to post a more in-depth report when the scorecard goes online.
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Heath lost just 4 wickets in their reply, but the side shouldn't be too downhearted as it was literally men against boys, and our lads gave a good account of themselves.
I will try to post a more in-depth report when the scorecard goes online.
Scorecard
Sunday, 19 June 2011
18.6.11 - 3rd XI and 4th XI v Brighton and Hove 3rd and 4th XI
The 3's were backing a new skipper on Saturday in Kevin Punter, who has taken on the role in Jim's absence.
On an amazingly blustery day over at the Nevil, Kev won his first toss and inserted the opposition. Joe Westlake opened the bowling with Kevin and Joe had immediate success. Joe bowled superbly all day and was rewarded with his for 5 wicket haul. He produced excellent figures of 5 for 28 off 10 overs of which 7 were very much into the wind. You could see that the 3rd's have plenty of ability but at present just lack a little confidence in everyone's own ability. Kev brought the chaps together very well which was demonstrated by having Brighton go from 140 odd for two to 8 down at the end and only 201 on the board, there was belief in the field, catches started to be taken and even R Cool followed that by having a direct hit run out. Confidence in the field was returning. We felt this was very gettable, all we needed was partnerships. The batting started very cautiously which seemed to show the confidence bit. The innings never really got going and regular wickets kept falling. After a patient start Lloyd Crathern showed his ability by playing some great drives and placement. The whole batting just seemed to lack confidence. the ability is VERY much there. Having never batted with Lloyd before it was clear he has plenty of ability just needed the belief. Everyone has the ability in the team. Results will come I have no doubt. The confidence will return. Kevin led the team well, focusing on the team ethic, supporting each other. Even being at the other end of the ground all the players were there to watch and contribute to the game. Although the scores didnt reflect it, the 3's are very close to winning. You'd be more worried if anyone felt we were not good enough but we very much are good enough. Form is one ball away, its one wicket, one catch, one boundary away. everyone in the team has the ability we just need the belief we can deliver. If Kev keeps the ethics going it will come. Two wins would put the 3rd's mid table so there is plenty to be hopeful about.
In the meantime Lloyd carried on what he did last year whenI couldn't play, WIN. He needs to believe he can do that week in week out as he does win n a regular basis. Adam B continues to impress with the ball as he took a well deserved 5 wickets to demolish the Brighton innings for 77. Worthing made light work of the total in getting to another 30 points consolidating the position at the top of the league. If selected the Cool's can come back and support the teams continued development. It is a good time at present for the club with 4 teams top of their divisions and the 3rd's ready to launch forward. This year we must have have high hopes. Teams are winning, junior's are performing throughout the club so its a good time.
On an amazingly blustery day over at the Nevil, Kev won his first toss and inserted the opposition. Joe Westlake opened the bowling with Kevin and Joe had immediate success. Joe bowled superbly all day and was rewarded with his for 5 wicket haul. He produced excellent figures of 5 for 28 off 10 overs of which 7 were very much into the wind. You could see that the 3rd's have plenty of ability but at present just lack a little confidence in everyone's own ability. Kev brought the chaps together very well which was demonstrated by having Brighton go from 140 odd for two to 8 down at the end and only 201 on the board, there was belief in the field, catches started to be taken and even R Cool followed that by having a direct hit run out. Confidence in the field was returning. We felt this was very gettable, all we needed was partnerships. The batting started very cautiously which seemed to show the confidence bit. The innings never really got going and regular wickets kept falling. After a patient start Lloyd Crathern showed his ability by playing some great drives and placement. The whole batting just seemed to lack confidence. the ability is VERY much there. Having never batted with Lloyd before it was clear he has plenty of ability just needed the belief. Everyone has the ability in the team. Results will come I have no doubt. The confidence will return. Kevin led the team well, focusing on the team ethic, supporting each other. Even being at the other end of the ground all the players were there to watch and contribute to the game. Although the scores didnt reflect it, the 3's are very close to winning. You'd be more worried if anyone felt we were not good enough but we very much are good enough. Form is one ball away, its one wicket, one catch, one boundary away. everyone in the team has the ability we just need the belief we can deliver. If Kev keeps the ethics going it will come. Two wins would put the 3rd's mid table so there is plenty to be hopeful about.
In the meantime Lloyd carried on what he did last year whenI couldn't play, WIN. He needs to believe he can do that week in week out as he does win n a regular basis. Adam B continues to impress with the ball as he took a well deserved 5 wickets to demolish the Brighton innings for 77. Worthing made light work of the total in getting to another 30 points consolidating the position at the top of the league. If selected the Cool's can come back and support the teams continued development. It is a good time at present for the club with 4 teams top of their divisions and the 3rd's ready to launch forward. This year we must have have high hopes. Teams are winning, junior's are performing throughout the club so its a good time.
Sunday, 12 June 2011
11.4.11 - 4th XI v St Andrews 2nd XI
Morning all Juggernaught's out there. Juggernaught FM back on the airwaves. On a mix weather day up in Burgess Hill, and across Sussex, we had another set of challenges presented to the 4th's. The track looked helpful if you put the ball in the right areas but ok to bat on too for people who applied themselves. After winning the toss we followed our usual plan and inserted the opposition. We found out first hand that all the oppositions batters were very willing to apply themselves and wait for the bad ball. At this level we were always going to bowl bad balls so the bowling and fielding became an afternoon of attrition. We plugged away for little reward. St. Andrews opener had set his stall out to bat through it seemed so we had to change tack and go for run limitation. with 15 overs to go and only 2 wickets down we expected a real onslaught of runs form the opposition to really make us rue putting them in. This onslaught never came and their innings stayed on paced all through. In the chase to dislodge a couple we even tried the Rob Cool effect and gave him the penultimate over. He bowled really well and only went for 6 singles. They declared on 225 for 2. I thought this was light in the fact we had to chase down whatever was set as we had no points. Adam and Jamie opened the bowling well as did Nick, Jack Dunn. Jack found plenty of turn and flight. A few wickets were deserved but it was one of those days.
After another hearty tea we set about the chase. Lloyd and Aaron gave us a solid start before we lost 3 very quick wickets which took us back a bit. Robbie Anderson's welcome return gave us a solid base in which to rebuild and with BC we began to chip away at the score. After getting a good nut Robbie had to depart and went with glowing comments from the opposition umpire as to his patience whilst batting, just what was needed. That brought Rob Cool to the crease to bat with his ripple old man. This led to some physical runs being run and before long we had knocked a whole in the target and also in my oxygen supplies!! they ringed the boundary to me so every knock into the outfield was resulting in two's. We stayed alert and pick up some over throws also. This gave us the momentum we needed to get close. One big over with some great shots from Rob took us close enough to take some pressure off. Unfortunately for poor Rob he got given out LBW when within site of the finish line. Matt Payne came in and ticked off the remaining runs to give us the 20 points we needed.
This was a tough game and taught us some lessons as to staying positive and also changing a game plan during a game. We had to realise we werent going to take 10 wickets so we had to keep the runs down. When chasing we knew we had to keep wickets in hand going into the last 20 overs and after a little blip at the start we went in to the last 20 only 3 down which proved vital. We also learnt that we HAVE to stay as a team all day long. We ARE going to have days like this in the field and we will only claw things back if we are positive and confident. Even the opposition were forced, at times, to be critical of each other. In order for us to progress this can't happen. As said on every week, a player can influence a game but only a TEAM can win a league or division. We have a really fun team to be around.
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After another hearty tea we set about the chase. Lloyd and Aaron gave us a solid start before we lost 3 very quick wickets which took us back a bit. Robbie Anderson's welcome return gave us a solid base in which to rebuild and with BC we began to chip away at the score. After getting a good nut Robbie had to depart and went with glowing comments from the opposition umpire as to his patience whilst batting, just what was needed. That brought Rob Cool to the crease to bat with his ripple old man. This led to some physical runs being run and before long we had knocked a whole in the target and also in my oxygen supplies!! they ringed the boundary to me so every knock into the outfield was resulting in two's. We stayed alert and pick up some over throws also. This gave us the momentum we needed to get close. One big over with some great shots from Rob took us close enough to take some pressure off. Unfortunately for poor Rob he got given out LBW when within site of the finish line. Matt Payne came in and ticked off the remaining runs to give us the 20 points we needed.
This was a tough game and taught us some lessons as to staying positive and also changing a game plan during a game. We had to realise we werent going to take 10 wickets so we had to keep the runs down. When chasing we knew we had to keep wickets in hand going into the last 20 overs and after a little blip at the start we went in to the last 20 only 3 down which proved vital. We also learnt that we HAVE to stay as a team all day long. We ARE going to have days like this in the field and we will only claw things back if we are positive and confident. Even the opposition were forced, at times, to be critical of each other. In order for us to progress this can't happen. As said on every week, a player can influence a game but only a TEAM can win a league or division. We have a really fun team to be around.
Scorecard
Sunday, 5 June 2011
4.6.11 - 4th XI v Hangleton 1st XI
After winning the toss with the lucky £1, Lloyd inserted Hangleton. This appears to be our best strategy. It gives bowlers time and confidence to do their jobs knowing that we can chase pretty much anything, especially on the home track.
The decision paid instant dividends with Adam taking a wicket first up. Adam is hitting the deck quite hard at the moment and when he gets the length right delivers some awesome deliveries as he did on Saturday. Finally he got the results of his endeavours and ended with a 4 for. On a good track there was always going to be partnerships and, as previous weeks, it was vital we kept plugging away and scrapping for every wicket and point. At 144 for 3 hangleton had formed a good partnership, picking runs up and despatching the bad ball. It took Adam's return to break the partnership and form there we managed to chip away and go through them. Lloyd and Nick bowling effectively went through the tail and from 144 for 3 with 20 overs left to 218 all out was a massive effort. A lot of teams would have been at damage limitation at 144 for 3 but we remained on the attack knowing that wickets meant points and we'd chase anything put our way. After a hearty tea we set about the chase. Matt Martin got a good nut first up and was an early casualty. Unfortunately as a batter one good nut can end your day where as a bowler one bad ball means you have at least 5 to make it back. Matt will get runs. Jamie Carter started confidently but unfortunately top edged a pull into his face. A big shiner came up and he had to take a break. Jamie Oxley was welcomed to the team and proved to be very accomplished. some positive drives brought him to a well earned 30 before cutting a catch to point. Runs were coming quickly as the pitch was good. lloyd came in at 5 after bruising his finger in the field and guided us home with a 44no.
This was a solid performance again and we have to keep remembering that one ball changes it, always has, always will. We remain chirpy in the field and always encourage each other. Although individuals can and will influence passages of play and games only a TEAM can win a league or division. Lloyd is learning very fast the frustration you get as a skipper during a game and learning how to deal with them and LEAD everyone. Its never easy but I was taught in business that "The pace of the team is dictated by the pace of the leader" this applies to sporting team events as well. If the skipper is up and buoyant then the team follows regardless of the actual state or position of the game. No one likes to lose and the 4's will lose games at some point playing attacking cricket but if everyone is positive you learn from these games. You should learn from wins, losses and draws. In any result if you are positive then you look at the positives, develop them and improve. If there's negativity then the focus is always the main focal point even when positives are there. I'll stop banging on now but positivity is the key.
Top of the league still which is an amazing feet and one we should all be very proud of. We continue to keep moving forward whoever comes in to the team. There is a buzz around the 4's at present and hopefully this will continue to the season end where we could, maybe, win the division. There's our target chaps. Play hard, play fair, play with FUN.
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The decision paid instant dividends with Adam taking a wicket first up. Adam is hitting the deck quite hard at the moment and when he gets the length right delivers some awesome deliveries as he did on Saturday. Finally he got the results of his endeavours and ended with a 4 for. On a good track there was always going to be partnerships and, as previous weeks, it was vital we kept plugging away and scrapping for every wicket and point. At 144 for 3 hangleton had formed a good partnership, picking runs up and despatching the bad ball. It took Adam's return to break the partnership and form there we managed to chip away and go through them. Lloyd and Nick bowling effectively went through the tail and from 144 for 3 with 20 overs left to 218 all out was a massive effort. A lot of teams would have been at damage limitation at 144 for 3 but we remained on the attack knowing that wickets meant points and we'd chase anything put our way. After a hearty tea we set about the chase. Matt Martin got a good nut first up and was an early casualty. Unfortunately as a batter one good nut can end your day where as a bowler one bad ball means you have at least 5 to make it back. Matt will get runs. Jamie Carter started confidently but unfortunately top edged a pull into his face. A big shiner came up and he had to take a break. Jamie Oxley was welcomed to the team and proved to be very accomplished. some positive drives brought him to a well earned 30 before cutting a catch to point. Runs were coming quickly as the pitch was good. lloyd came in at 5 after bruising his finger in the field and guided us home with a 44no.
This was a solid performance again and we have to keep remembering that one ball changes it, always has, always will. We remain chirpy in the field and always encourage each other. Although individuals can and will influence passages of play and games only a TEAM can win a league or division. Lloyd is learning very fast the frustration you get as a skipper during a game and learning how to deal with them and LEAD everyone. Its never easy but I was taught in business that "The pace of the team is dictated by the pace of the leader" this applies to sporting team events as well. If the skipper is up and buoyant then the team follows regardless of the actual state or position of the game. No one likes to lose and the 4's will lose games at some point playing attacking cricket but if everyone is positive you learn from these games. You should learn from wins, losses and draws. In any result if you are positive then you look at the positives, develop them and improve. If there's negativity then the focus is always the main focal point even when positives are there. I'll stop banging on now but positivity is the key.
Top of the league still which is an amazing feet and one we should all be very proud of. We continue to keep moving forward whoever comes in to the team. There is a buzz around the 4's at present and hopefully this will continue to the season end where we could, maybe, win the division. There's our target chaps. Play hard, play fair, play with FUN.
Scorecard
Sunday, 29 May 2011
28.5.11 - 4th XI v Barns Green 2nd XI
Morning all Juggernaughts out there, welcome to Sunday morning and Juggernaught FM.
Well, we keep on rolling on. On a non typically May day we went to play at tricky opposition Barns Green. We took a depleted side from previous weeks and had two strike bowlers missing and 2 main batters. We spoke about a plan and we favoured chasing down anything Barns Green could set based on it being a good track. We talked about establishing, quickly, a plan against each opposition batter and executing that plan.
Barns Green got off to a flyer. We realised that, today, length wasn't the priority it was going to be line. Barns batters punished anything with width and did it well. Barns young opener proved quickly why he is a new talent and has scored heaps this season already. Worthing started tightening up the line and it proved the key. from 51-0 they were 4 down within a few overs. At this point I must congratulate Barns Green on their fairness in umpiring and giving what they see. We have experienced too many games where this is not the case leading to the wrong attitudes being applied. This was a game played in the best spirits and made it very enjoyable to be part of. barns kept chipping at the score and forming little partnerships that got them to 214 but I thought this was a low score for the quality of this pitch and because of our efforts to take wickets throughout we took 4 overs so had 49 to chase them down.
After an EXCELLENT tea we started the chase. We spoke about the getting at least half the job done at no more than 2 down then we'd be in full control. Lloyd seemed a little disconnected and played a lazy shot, by his standards and drove a full toss to cover. After last weeks fantastic innings I think this week Aaron thought he'd get the job done on 15 overs and after a couple of positive shots off their opening spinner fell to a loose shot by his standards. Matt P played across a straight one and before we knew it we were 3 down for not many. It was great to have Matt Martin back and Matt and BC formed a partnership that did the main work. Matt batted very sensibly, taking runs when offered and solid in defence. We got to within 45 when he unfortunately fell. That brought Rob Cool in. Rob took a couple of overs to take a look and then with only about 20 needed bludgeoned 13 off one over to take us home 4 down.
It was a good learning curve today. We learnt how to bowl on a flat track. We learnt that line was key. With the right line we could choke and frustrate the batters which paid dividends.
Not everyone got to play what they would deem as part of the team effort but they certainly did. Jake Robinson (the arm) patrolled the sweeping boundary superbly. Even got his body in the road of one that could have smashed his teeth out. Sam Greenrod also fielded with aplomb. He also learns amazingly quickly. After one piece of on field coaching to help the fielding he applied it for the rest of the innings after being shown once. He's like a computer the way he can absorb information and process to apply it. Fielding should not be underestimated. It saves runs, takes wickets, applies pressure and contributes to winning and losing. The Juggernaught remain top of the league after today so everyone will be gunning for us which in turn will give us a new set of challenges here on in. I have every confidence that we will rise to the occasion and will continue to make it a memorable season.
Well, we keep on rolling on. On a non typically May day we went to play at tricky opposition Barns Green. We took a depleted side from previous weeks and had two strike bowlers missing and 2 main batters. We spoke about a plan and we favoured chasing down anything Barns Green could set based on it being a good track. We talked about establishing, quickly, a plan against each opposition batter and executing that plan.
Barns Green got off to a flyer. We realised that, today, length wasn't the priority it was going to be line. Barns batters punished anything with width and did it well. Barns young opener proved quickly why he is a new talent and has scored heaps this season already. Worthing started tightening up the line and it proved the key. from 51-0 they were 4 down within a few overs. At this point I must congratulate Barns Green on their fairness in umpiring and giving what they see. We have experienced too many games where this is not the case leading to the wrong attitudes being applied. This was a game played in the best spirits and made it very enjoyable to be part of. barns kept chipping at the score and forming little partnerships that got them to 214 but I thought this was a low score for the quality of this pitch and because of our efforts to take wickets throughout we took 4 overs so had 49 to chase them down.
After an EXCELLENT tea we started the chase. We spoke about the getting at least half the job done at no more than 2 down then we'd be in full control. Lloyd seemed a little disconnected and played a lazy shot, by his standards and drove a full toss to cover. After last weeks fantastic innings I think this week Aaron thought he'd get the job done on 15 overs and after a couple of positive shots off their opening spinner fell to a loose shot by his standards. Matt P played across a straight one and before we knew it we were 3 down for not many. It was great to have Matt Martin back and Matt and BC formed a partnership that did the main work. Matt batted very sensibly, taking runs when offered and solid in defence. We got to within 45 when he unfortunately fell. That brought Rob Cool in. Rob took a couple of overs to take a look and then with only about 20 needed bludgeoned 13 off one over to take us home 4 down.
It was a good learning curve today. We learnt how to bowl on a flat track. We learnt that line was key. With the right line we could choke and frustrate the batters which paid dividends.
Not everyone got to play what they would deem as part of the team effort but they certainly did. Jake Robinson (the arm) patrolled the sweeping boundary superbly. Even got his body in the road of one that could have smashed his teeth out. Sam Greenrod also fielded with aplomb. He also learns amazingly quickly. After one piece of on field coaching to help the fielding he applied it for the rest of the innings after being shown once. He's like a computer the way he can absorb information and process to apply it. Fielding should not be underestimated. It saves runs, takes wickets, applies pressure and contributes to winning and losing. The Juggernaught remain top of the league after today so everyone will be gunning for us which in turn will give us a new set of challenges here on in. I have every confidence that we will rise to the occasion and will continue to make it a memorable season.
Sunday, 22 May 2011
21.5.11 - 4th XI v Serendib 2nd XI
What another great day for the 4ths. against tricky opposition we came home convincingly with 9 overs to spare. It proved to be another awesome team performance with a number of candidates for man of the match.
After lending lloyd the 'lucky' £1 he proceeded to win the toss and insert the opposition. The wicket looked good. We spoke about the importance of hitting the right length and to stay positive as partnerships on this track will be formed. Adam B hit the deck hard and was rewarded with a wicket in the first over. he induced another mis timed hook from the opener and a smart catch was taken. A partnership was then formed. Serendipity always looked like they wanted to score quickly. After a few high scoring overs the pace was changed and the introduction of the Spin twins of Oxley and Cool was implemented. Obviously Cool and Oxley are at the opposite ends of the age, fitness and talent pool but I'm sure Mr Cool will begin to learn! Serendipity struggled against the spin and pace taken off the ball and a strangle hold was applied. Chances were being presented constantly and on other days we would have dismissed them much sooner. After a couple of contentious decisions going against the Juggernaught what was impressive was how we stayed on the job of bowling them out which was job done in the 46th over with Nick taking his 6th wicket. Serendipity had no answer to this young man and could only try to defend or blaze an attack which ended up in their demise. To dismiss Serendipity for 196 on a good track was a great effort and well deserved.
After a 'focusing' chat to the team emphasising the importance of building a base in which to knock off the runs oh how the openers took that seriously. By his own admittance Aaron had a mixed day behind the stumps and looked a little tired. But man how that didnt show in his batting. Serendipity will probably posses one of the better overall bowling attacks in this league but Aaron batted with a fluency that was beyond his years. He mixed defence with attack perfectly and before we knew it we were in excess of 100 for no wicket with Aaron on a very deserved 50. I've never liked drinks breaks when batting and this proved true as shortly afterwards Aaron was out. Matt Payne added to the target but we did then lose two quick wickets. Matt being caught behind an BC playing a very rash and unnecessary shot giving us that little wobble. But again its impressive how everyone is chipping in. Robbie Anderson came in and with a partnership with Lloyd, who himself was cramping up but continued to finish the job, saw us within 4 runs when unfortunately for him got run out. No worries though within 2 balls lloyd strikes the winning runs and we get home 4 down and with 9 overs to spare. A very well earned 30 points and top of the table. We have been playing very well and as a team. We have had no outstanding stars but a great team all contributing to the game. this game was obviously led by Nick Oxley, Aaron Tugnutt and Lloyd Osland but only with the support of the rest of the Juggernaught.
Brilliant game and efforts folks. Hard to give one person the man of the match but Lloyd is tipping it for him taking responsibility to see us home. But I have to keep Aaron and Nick in there too.
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After lending lloyd the 'lucky' £1 he proceeded to win the toss and insert the opposition. The wicket looked good. We spoke about the importance of hitting the right length and to stay positive as partnerships on this track will be formed. Adam B hit the deck hard and was rewarded with a wicket in the first over. he induced another mis timed hook from the opener and a smart catch was taken. A partnership was then formed. Serendipity always looked like they wanted to score quickly. After a few high scoring overs the pace was changed and the introduction of the Spin twins of Oxley and Cool was implemented. Obviously Cool and Oxley are at the opposite ends of the age, fitness and talent pool but I'm sure Mr Cool will begin to learn! Serendipity struggled against the spin and pace taken off the ball and a strangle hold was applied. Chances were being presented constantly and on other days we would have dismissed them much sooner. After a couple of contentious decisions going against the Juggernaught what was impressive was how we stayed on the job of bowling them out which was job done in the 46th over with Nick taking his 6th wicket. Serendipity had no answer to this young man and could only try to defend or blaze an attack which ended up in their demise. To dismiss Serendipity for 196 on a good track was a great effort and well deserved.
After a 'focusing' chat to the team emphasising the importance of building a base in which to knock off the runs oh how the openers took that seriously. By his own admittance Aaron had a mixed day behind the stumps and looked a little tired. But man how that didnt show in his batting. Serendipity will probably posses one of the better overall bowling attacks in this league but Aaron batted with a fluency that was beyond his years. He mixed defence with attack perfectly and before we knew it we were in excess of 100 for no wicket with Aaron on a very deserved 50. I've never liked drinks breaks when batting and this proved true as shortly afterwards Aaron was out. Matt Payne added to the target but we did then lose two quick wickets. Matt being caught behind an BC playing a very rash and unnecessary shot giving us that little wobble. But again its impressive how everyone is chipping in. Robbie Anderson came in and with a partnership with Lloyd, who himself was cramping up but continued to finish the job, saw us within 4 runs when unfortunately for him got run out. No worries though within 2 balls lloyd strikes the winning runs and we get home 4 down and with 9 overs to spare. A very well earned 30 points and top of the table. We have been playing very well and as a team. We have had no outstanding stars but a great team all contributing to the game. this game was obviously led by Nick Oxley, Aaron Tugnutt and Lloyd Osland but only with the support of the rest of the Juggernaught.
Brilliant game and efforts folks. Hard to give one person the man of the match but Lloyd is tipping it for him taking responsibility to see us home. But I have to keep Aaron and Nick in there too.
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Sunday, 15 May 2011
14.5.11 - 4th XI vs Rosehill Taverers 1st XI
Well the juniors continue to show improvement and an efficiency that opposition are completely under estimating. On a sunny day in East Brighton Lloyd won his first toss of the season. After a warm up and a chat Lloyd added his piece by saying the opposition thought they were playing a colts team and would get loads of runs. I think now they realise the talent of the juniors! This is good for us because it acts as a great motivator and also puts the opposition off guard.
On a very helpful, bowler friendly pitch, Rosehill were looking, throughout their innings, to be positive and ultimately cost them dear. It was always going to be a wicket that as a batsman you were never truly in on. There was always that demon ball that could undo you. We were happy with their approach as it also meant we were always going to be presented with chances. The first 3 chances were all generated by the ever improving Adam B. Bowling with some zip and on some variable lengths drew their opener into a rash hook, taken very smartly by Nick followed by a full toss driven to short extra (my life flashed before me before protecting my face and taking a catch!). Rosehill do possess a very accomplished striker of the ball so we called his hand and placed Nick on. albeit a couple of lusty shots were hit. Nick drew him down the pitch beautifully and Aaron tok a very smart stumping. Rosehill after this had no answer to the spin of Nick and it was a matter of time before we picked up regular wickets. Sam Greenrod came on to clean up the tail and we had succeeded in bowling Rosehill out for 123. We also didnt drop any catches which is also why they only got 123. Aaron deflected a tricky edge off his head. The fielding was strong and energised.
After tea we spoke of the importance of patience in knocking these off. In previous games here the scores totalled 122, 122-9 and 123 so there are banana skins if we didnt concentrate knocking these off. Lloyd and Aaron set about knocking them off, waiting for poor balls and chip away at the score. They had almost got to their second 50 partnership of the season when Lloyd nicked one behind. Matty Payne continued with Aaron, chipping away to get us within 20. Naturally there was going to be a little wobble as this was the wicket type but the wobble was only 2 wickets and we saw ourselves home 4 down.
A fantastic innings from Aaron held the innings together. he batted with a real maturity and patience tht suited the conditions perfectly. He thoroughly deserved a fifty but fell 7 runs short.
A great team effort that leaves us now joint top of the league. Looking at other results this league is wide open. The eventual winners will be the team that stays together and plays the most consistent cricket of which our first 3 games have shown.
We continue to learn and develop well so opposition teams should be running scared.
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A great team effort that leaves us now joint top of the league. Looking at other results this league is wide open. The eventual winners will be the team that stays together and plays the most consistent cricket of which our first 3 games have shown.
We continue to learn and develop well so opposition teams should be running scared.
Scorecard
Sunday, 8 May 2011
7.5.11 - 4th XI v Billingshurst 3rd XI
Another closely fought game for the 4ths that just went the other way. Everyone for the last two weeks has fought, as asked, until the game is done. After scoring what proved to be about 30 runs light, we almost pulled another game out of the fire. This time Billingshurst were on the receiving end of the resilience of the 4th eleven.
On a indifferent day, Lloyd lost his second toss of the year and we were duly inserted for the second game. Unfortunately unlike last week we lost a couple of quick wickets. Aaron was first to go but one of 'those balls' that as a batter you're going to get and not be bale to do to much about. the wicket was helpful to the bowlers who stuck it just back of a length. We lost regular wickets without any really meaningful partnerships which culminated in being bowled out for 143. Rob Cool hitting Worthings only six (very lusty despatch of a full toss) and Adam's ever increasing maturity were the innings of note. After a hearty tea we did chat about the importance of giving this everything we have. Every point is worth scrapping for. we highlighted that our first season resulted in promotion but by 1 point only. Man how we fought. Adam B is settling into a tricky opening bowler, hitting the deck hard while shaping it away. He'll prove a lot harder to handle when the wickets get harder. Jamie P fitted in as Adams opening foil very well as predicted. Shaping the ball away. It wasnt long before Jamie got his just deserts with two very well earned wickets in the last over of his spell. A little lull after the first two wickets was pushing the game away from us. The introduction of Nick Oxley and Jack Dunn, although not instant was a turning point. Jack put his last weeks frustrations behind him and bowled with a plan and a smile. Nick's second spell also rewarded more but not before the debutant Sam Greenrod came an and took a vital wicket that opened the gate for more quick wickets to follow. We fielded with energy and desire. A solid game for Aaron behind the sticks culminated in hom taken a very sharp leg side catch off Nick. Wickets were falling, Billingshurst were chipping away at the runs. In the end we just didnt have enough and Billingshurst ultimately got home to a deserved win, not that we wouldnt have deserved it if we had nicked it. It was a great game, played in the correct spirit. Notice must also go to the Billingshurst skipper for maintaining a cracking game whilst also matching Worthing for having the juniors futures and opportunities as the main drivers. It resulted in a very good, close game and albeit we lost, we have a lot to take away and should take equal credit for the quality of the game.
What we can take from this is we have some very able juniors coming through and the more we play together the more we will settle. The most important thing is we stay together as we demonstrated on Saturday. Teams should worry about us as we have depth, variety and a great team ethos. Next few weeks should be looked on with real excitement.
Scorecard
On a indifferent day, Lloyd lost his second toss of the year and we were duly inserted for the second game. Unfortunately unlike last week we lost a couple of quick wickets. Aaron was first to go but one of 'those balls' that as a batter you're going to get and not be bale to do to much about. the wicket was helpful to the bowlers who stuck it just back of a length. We lost regular wickets without any really meaningful partnerships which culminated in being bowled out for 143. Rob Cool hitting Worthings only six (very lusty despatch of a full toss) and Adam's ever increasing maturity were the innings of note. After a hearty tea we did chat about the importance of giving this everything we have. Every point is worth scrapping for. we highlighted that our first season resulted in promotion but by 1 point only. Man how we fought. Adam B is settling into a tricky opening bowler, hitting the deck hard while shaping it away. He'll prove a lot harder to handle when the wickets get harder. Jamie P fitted in as Adams opening foil very well as predicted. Shaping the ball away. It wasnt long before Jamie got his just deserts with two very well earned wickets in the last over of his spell. A little lull after the first two wickets was pushing the game away from us. The introduction of Nick Oxley and Jack Dunn, although not instant was a turning point. Jack put his last weeks frustrations behind him and bowled with a plan and a smile. Nick's second spell also rewarded more but not before the debutant Sam Greenrod came an and took a vital wicket that opened the gate for more quick wickets to follow. We fielded with energy and desire. A solid game for Aaron behind the sticks culminated in hom taken a very sharp leg side catch off Nick. Wickets were falling, Billingshurst were chipping away at the runs. In the end we just didnt have enough and Billingshurst ultimately got home to a deserved win, not that we wouldnt have deserved it if we had nicked it. It was a great game, played in the correct spirit. Notice must also go to the Billingshurst skipper for maintaining a cracking game whilst also matching Worthing for having the juniors futures and opportunities as the main drivers. It resulted in a very good, close game and albeit we lost, we have a lot to take away and should take equal credit for the quality of the game.
What we can take from this is we have some very able juniors coming through and the more we play together the more we will settle. The most important thing is we stay together as we demonstrated on Saturday. Teams should worry about us as we have depth, variety and a great team ethos. Next few weeks should be looked on with real excitement.
Scorecard
Sunday, 1 May 2011
30.4.11 - 4th Xl v Broadbridge Heath 2nd XI
A fine win for a youthful side with a number of players getting their first taste of senior cricket.The runs were shared around with Lloyd Osland scoring 54 and Aaron Tugnutt 29 opening the innings in his first senior game. Barry Cool hit 49 before Adam Bardouleau (32*) and Dan Stuart (25*) saw the side post 215 for 5.
In reply Heath managed just 146 all out with Nick Oxley, Barry Cool and Lloyd Osland the main destoyers, but Oxley's 4 for 30 from 11 overs in his first senior game needs special mention.
A great team effort!
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In reply Heath managed just 146 all out with Nick Oxley, Barry Cool and Lloyd Osland the main destoyers, but Oxley's 4 for 30 from 11 overs in his first senior game needs special mention.
A great team effort!
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