The first team gave themselves a huge boost with a much needed win over fellow relegation candidates Brighton and Hove. Having been put in by the visitors Worthing notched up 167 all out with Alex Harris top scoring upon his recall to the side with 45. Darryll Rebbetts (34), Ian Gooding (28) and Andy Reid (20) also chipped in.
Things didn't look good for Worthing with Brighton and Hove 113 for 4, but then John Glover got very angry for no apparent reason and mopped up the tail with impressive figures of 6 for 28. Mason Crane also chipped in with 2 for 40 and Benn Challen got a wicket. 30 points were gratefully accepted as Brighton won the toss and chose to field.
The second team slipped up at the Neville despite having scored a respectable 214 for 8. Tom Lund scored 59 not and Nick Ballamy continued to impress with 40 as others chipped in with 20s when had one gone on to score a bigger total, Worthing would have been out of site. Brighton and Hove got to their target 8 wickets down with an over and a bit to spare. Ballamy took 3 for 25, Paul Westlake 2 for 28, Nick Gunning and Michael Gould taking a wicket each.
The third eleven recorded a victory against Clayton & Belgrave Adelaide by 8 wickets. A good all-round day for the side saw skipper Kevin Punter take 6 for 36, Nick Oxley 2 for 24 and a wicket each for Sanjeev Kalra and Josh Cottrell as the hosts stumbled to 147 all out. Worthing made light work of their target as Lloyd Crathern hit a steady 49 and Gareth Challen a blistering 60 not out in just 46 balls to reach their target just 2 wickets down.
The fourth eleven almost required floodlights as Serendib took 4 hours to bowl their 48 overs in an over rate that would have embarrassed many test teams. Worthing reached 252 for 4 as Jack Stuart and Dave Leader both hit exactly 50 and Lloyd Osland 77 not out. Serendib clung on for a draw in the half-light reaching 230 for 9.Andy Culver took 4 for 68 and Jamie Piper 2 for 31 alongside some dodgy running from the visitors.
The fifth team travelled to West Blatchington restricting the home side to 197 for 5 from their 40 overs. Greg Harris took 3 for 36 with a wicket each for James Belton and Josh Hyde. In reply Worthing were 59 runs short having achieved 138 for 9. Josh Quintais top scored with and Adam Bastable hit 25.
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Tuesday, 14 August 2012
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
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.
Scorecard
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.
Scorecard
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