20.8.11 - 1st XI v Goring

Another disappointing week where Worthing failed to chase down Goring's 207 for 8 to gain victory and clinch promotion. Ollie Rogers was the pick of Worthing's attack claiming 4 for 27, with Darryll Rebbetts, Nick Gunning, Benn Challen and Luke Vinter all picking up a wicket a-piece, but an unbeaten 50 from Goring's number 9 will have been a bit deflating.

In reply a few got starts but failed to push on to the target, with Rebbetts ending on 68 not out, Rogers 25 not out, Dominic Clapp 26 and Bradley James 21.

Two games to go and one win will do, but on current form that could be easier said than done!

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18.6.11 - 1st XI v Goring

A potential banana skin averted as the first team extend their lead at the top of the table with what can only be described as an annihilation of local rivals and Division 2 newcomers Goring. It was a historic first league meeting between the two teams and one the visitors will want to forget in a hurry.

Heavy overnight rain meant a soft and slow track, and Worthing skipper Michael Gould opted to insert Goring having won the toss. This paid off as Goring slumped to 67 all out in 33 overs with only Matt Keen able to reach double figures. Luke Vinter took 5 for 15 and Andy Lutwyche 5 for 40, both in 16 overs.

The reply lasted just 15 overs as Ben Chambers scored 19* and Dominic Clapp, in his first game of the season, looked like he'd never been away with a commanding 42*.

A 10 wicket win and a very early finish before the rain arrived was just what the doctor ordered!

Scorecard