New Professional 2012
Our new professional for 2012 is Shaun De Kock. Shaun is from East London in South Africa and plays for Border. He is a left hand batter and slow left arm orthodox bowler.
Shaun's stats from Cricinfo
The Club is looking for a willing volunteer to take on Sponsorship work for the coming season. The primary task will be to increase the number of ball and match sponsors for 1st XI games and build upon existing relationships with local companies and establish new contacts.
Anyone interested in supporting the club in this important role should contact Graham Ainslie, Club Chairman, on 07766656384.
Scorers Required 2012
As the new season approaches our annual search for Scorers begins. This year we need two, one for the Seconds and one for the Thirds. Anyone interested email
Gary Jackson or call him on 07745450176
ECB National Knockout
We have been drawn at home to Fulwood and Broughton in this year's competition. The game will take place on Sunday 29th April.
Our first game of the season will be a trip to Southport on Sunday 8th April to get back into the groove - hopefully we will have a professional by then!!
A Message From The Chairman
All the best to you and the family for 2012.
As 2011 draws to a close and the curtain comes down on our Centenary Year, it is timely to thank all those members, players, supporters and sponsors that have
contributed to this year's successes both on and off the field of play.
Our goal is now to keep the momentum flowing and moving the club forward. To do this we need the support of more volunteers in keeping our club in good health.
I hope to list a comprehensive list of jobs/tasks in due course, which will be published on the club website. This will give all members an indication of the roles
that are undertaken behind the scenes and hopefully we can get more people on board. We managed to achieve this during the Centenary Year and the Committee and
myself feel this needs to be built upon.
Finally, can I take the opportunity to wish everyone a Prosperous and Healthy 2012.
Let's also hope the weather is on our side and that silverware returns to the home of cricket.
Best Wishes
Graham Ainslie
Chairman
AGM - Tuesday 6th December 2011
The 2011 AGM will take place on Tuesday 6th December with a 1930 meet for 2000 start.
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Colin Charnock's View on The Centenary Year 2011
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First Team Captain's Reports
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Captain's Reports
Friday 7th October - Sportsmans 2011
Winter Nets 2012
Chairman of cricket Gary Jackson is already planning for next year.
Winter nets have been booked at Darwen Vale (Old Moorland) next year on Tuesday evenings (7-9pm) for 6 weeks on the following dates:
Feb 21st
Feb 28
March 6th
March 13th
March 20th
March 27th
Towers Shine on Centenary Golf Day – Clarkey and the Bandits Win by a Distance
This years champions, duly written into club history, were a ringer, a committee member, a man with no clubs and a rabbit. Clarkey ripped up the course on his
first outing (carding 80 gross), Benny demonstrated his natural sporting ability, whilst Golfo_69 nudged and nurdled points when required. Thankfully it was a still and warm day, so the featherweight Chairman of Cricket could relax in the knowledge he would not be blown away at the top of the course. Darius managed to stay away from Treasurer Geoff this year, who was pleased to complete a nice round alongside Vice President Pete Jennings without being buzzed from adjacent tee-beds.
The day opened with a team draw. We had 28 players of varying ability plus Horsy. In light of the byzantine points system and handicapping, a ‘golfer’ was assigned to lead each team, with names pulled out of a hat in front of an expectant group. Last years winner and the laughing assassin Bill Ainslie seemed very chipper and for some reason, DGC member and big boomer Niall was not considered worthy of team captaincy. After a few pints and much mucking around in front of a bemused group of local dodderers, play got underway at 11.58 as a bullish Thommo slapped a wonderful cover drive onto the 18th fairway. Lancashire League winner and 9 handicapper Jon Finch was next up with the Flying Omelette (Horsfield) and Reece – welcome to the Darwen Experience Finchy; he couldn’t get into the bar quick enough when his round finished some seven and half hours later.
As befits a competition of mixed abilities, there were awards to be won for the absurd and outlandish. Club Captain and left-handed batter Johnnyboy turned up with some right handed clubs - how does that work then? After plenty of bravado on the practice field his first shot didn’t even reach the ladies tee. In fact, I understand that he played a leg glance into the Pro shop (behind him) and was rightly awarded the Worst Drive of the day.
Benny turned up without any clubs and ended up walking round with his soap bag, which must have performed really well considering he chalked up 25 points. An easy decision for the Worst Clubs award.
Callum Burke cut an imposing figure on the course and became a firm friend of the greenkeeper, literally ripping up the fairways with an overly-steep swing and arc. His neatest trick was to nudge the ball forward 5 yards and land an impeccably carved sod of turf on top. That takes some special talent and was rightly rewarded with the Worst Shot of the Day award.
Clarkey was the only player to get his tee shot over the trees on the 14th, so was an easy pick for the nearest pin (40 yards away) and beefcake Greg Lawro smacked the longest drive after chewing on a iron bar and showing everyone his new tattoo – a 12 inch Cherry Tree badge on his chest. Angry Gregor. Playing in the Ribblesdale League requires raw aggression to survive and he has certainly added some steel during his sabbatical. He abstained from the quite lovely plate meat pie afterwards, preferring instead a lettuce leaf washed down with a creatine shake.
The strong lager and high altitude up at the golf club did cause some post-game difficulties for Wadey who was inebriated and talking Italian before the last team had finished. Unconfirmed reports are that he was sick down the front of his newly-acquired sleeveless jumper, but no-one would have noticed.
Big thanks go to Chris Davies Promotions for organising a great day. Everyone enjoyed the game (except Zac), the Golf Club earnt a few bob behind the bar and we raised a good sum for the Cricket Club. A win:win:win scenario and nice sporting end to the season.
END OF SEASON DO SATURDAY 10th SEPTEMBER 2011
The end of season get together is on Saturday after the last Northern Premier League round of fixtures. Everyone is welcome, the fun commences from 1930 and includes music,
fancy dress (music theme) and free spud pie.
DCC CENTENARY SPORTSMAN'S EVENING ON FRIDAY 7th OCTOBER 2011
This is a ticketless event and starts from 19.00 with dinner from 19.45 in the Premier Suite, Ewood Park, Blackburn Rovers FC.
If you make yourself known to any of the club hosts upon arrival at Ewood Park (Jack Walker Stand entrance), you will be advised your table number and
directions to the function room as necessary. If anyone in your party has special dietary requirements, please let myself know by Friday 23rd September.
Thanks
Chris Lowe (lowey21@hotmail.com or 0781 378 4706)
ALEX MAKES LANCASHIRE DEBUT
At the age of 16 Alex Davies made his debut for the Lancashire First XI in the CB40 match against Glamorgan at Colwyn Bay. He performed superbly behind the stumps in
a heavy defeat to the Welshmen. Then he used his exprerience to 'red-ink' and finish on 6 not out batting at number 9. Who picks the batting order? John?
There was a heavy contingent of Darwen support at the game to watch Alan in his first of hopefully many games for the county. It was a proud moment for the club and
for the Davies family. However, Mandy is still being treated at a local clinic for a nervous related disorder!!
Well done Alex!!
Alex and his admirers!
Here's what the official Lancashire County Cricket Club made of the game
Listen to Alex's interview with BBC Radio Manchester
DCC ADVENTURES INCORPORATED – BEN NEVIS 2011
The DCC Extreme Sport Members decided to take on Ben Nevis this year following a successful coasteering venture last year. The magnificent 6 of Lowe, Cook, Thompson,
Rafferty, Burke and Burke began the long trip up to Fort William and the 6 hour journey saw a vast range of conversations and opinions, as well as a view of the lovely
Glasgow skyline which can only be matched by a summers evening on the Amalfi coast quaffing a glass of Pinot Grigio. We had a brief stop at the Inn at Inverbeg,
on the shores of Loch Lomond, a quaint Fish and Whiskey Bar. It promised a lot but we were let down by wafer thin beef and ham. At the end of the Loch there had been
a murder but Taggart and Co were quick on hand to solve.
We arrived at our Ben Nevis Youth Hostel and Tomo’s worst fears were realised – no towels, spa facilities, turn down service or plugs in the room. We received our instructions on arrival on how to make our bed and this dampened the mood of the Company Director more who asked the Australian travelling receptionist if he would like Tomo to paint the Fascia boards. A beverage was required and we entered into a pub full of copper kettles playing Christmas tunes – this was a bizarre introduction to Scottish Highland life. Like any meeting of Darwen CC members it was an obvious opportunity to eyebrow and further wind up the 5* hotelier Tomo. We now had to prepare correctly for the ascent of Britain’s biggest Mountain – we decided on 10 pints and a curry. Cooky recommended this after hearing this was the pre climb meal of Sir Edmund Hillary, excellent curry was the verdict but some rather strange pubs visited. We awoke to low level cloud and that was just in the room – the smell in the room is something North Korea are looking to create.
The ascent began, an initial hard and steep climb. The Tennetts Sweat began and Tomo deserted the rest to climb solo ignoring all Mountain rules and etiquette. It was at this point Martin and Niall Burke realised a pint and poppadom too many were had – the dream was over but they will bounce back. Lobo, Wayno, Cooky and Tomo carried on with the incentive of seeing Cooky’s coat at the top. The ascent was long, dragged and lacked any other points of note. Apart from at 1008 metres where the dream was realised – the temperature and weather meant Cooky got his coat out. This garment is priceless and Cooky told us it is endorsed by Bear Grylls. It is basically green and very long – it would even drown former DCC greats Beezer and Hacking. We reached the summit and celebrated with a jam sandwich, handshake and a photo of Cooky’s coat. Our descent was quick and was only interrupted by Wayno leaving a gift 400m above sea level, a Lamb Bhuna smoothie or something of that ilk – enjoy sheep!! A lovely journey home – highighlighted when the Company Director’s car was overtook and bullied by a Chevrolet 1.1 registration LL11 CME. A good tour, full of stories and good banter. Roll on next year – the options are ghyll scrambling or sea kayaking with a spot of camping to mix it up. Tour requisites are standard – an opportunity to wind Tomo up, an opportunity to see Cooky’s coat, beer, banter and adrenaline. Come join us.
T20 FINAL 2011
I have been sent a few photos from the losing Final against Kendal.
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T20 Final at Morecambe v Kendal on July 25th 2011
DARWEN CRICKET CLUB BOWLS NIGHT 2011
New 2011 DCC Bowls Champion is Derek "the Dirk" Hamer
On a wet n wild night the hardcore braved it and the format did not play into the reigning champions hands Mr Mark Emery. The skill level and
concentration was high despite Horsey constantly complaining about bowlers lengths. Derek came out successful with a last match victory over the Horse and a David
Pleat style celebration followed. Well Done Derek!! Thanks to everyone who attended and raised funds for Cancer Research. Thanks to Olive Lane Bowls club, their
committee Ken Lowe and Chris Lowe Productions for organising it.
NORTHERN LEAGUE T20 FINALS
Darwen have taken their place in the T20 Finals Day to be held on Sunday July 17th. The venue is as yet to be decided but looks like being Morecambe.
We will play the Second Semi-Final against Blackpool. The First will be between the hosts and Kendal.
ECB AREA FINAL
Darwen will play Prestwich in the Group 6 Area Final on Sunday July 10th.
DARWEN SECOND TEAM NEEDS A SCORER
We are urgently in need of a scorer for our 2nd Team.
£20 a game to be royally entertained by Gary Jackson and the boys - an offer too good to miss!
Email Gary Jackson or Call him on 07745450176
DARWEN CRICKET CLUB LADIES DAY - SATURDAY 4TH JUNE 2011 - IN AID OF CANCER RESEARCH
Denise and Linda
Linda Ainslie and Denise Douglas were inspired to organise this event after the loss of both Linda’s Mum Joan in January and Denise’s Mother-In-Law Joyce
in February, this year. Cancer has also touched many other members and families at Darwen Cricket Club in recent times.
As this is the club’s Centenary year what a better opportunity to raise monies for such a worthy cause.
Eighty Five Ladies attended the event which raised £775.00 for Cancer Research. This will be handed over to the charity in the next couple of weeks.
A huge THANK YOU to all those that supported the event, by ways of selling tickets and donating raffle prizes.
Den and Lubi
The Ladies
DARWEN CC ANNUAL CROWN GREEN BOWLS NIGHT - FRIDAY JULY 15th 2011
Chris Lowe Productions presents the annual crown green bowling event which will take place at Olive Green Bowling Club on Friday July 15th.
The first jack will be 'thumb-pegged' at 1800 and the 2 year reigning champion Mark Emery will be looking to take the cown once more.
All proceeds on the evening will go to the club and Cancer Research.
Current Bowls King Paper
FIXTURES UPDATE - LANCASHIRE KNOCKOUT CUP - ECB KO - TWENTY20
The Lancashire Cup fixture against Lancashire League side Colne has now been arranged for Thursday 19th May starting as close to 1800 as possible. The game will
now be a Twenty20 slog-fest as there were problems arranging a Sunday Cup match due to the league fixtures that our visitors have to play.
The next round of the ECB Knockout will take place on Sunday 22nd May at fellow Northern Leaguers Kendal.
The Twenty20 fixtures against Chorley have now been arranged - Home on Friday 3rd June - Away on Friday 17th June.
MATCH PHOTOS 2011
I have uploaded some action photos sent to me by Northern League website/twitter legend Mike Latham. Please steal/copy/view as you like.
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St.Annes at Home on May 2nd 2011
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Fleetwood at Home on April 23rd 2011
MEMEBERSHIP CARDS 2011
Due to problems with new supplier, the membership cards are subject to a delay and will be issued as soon as they become available.
Thanks,
Colin Charnock
CHRIS DAVIES - SECOND TEAM RECORD HOLDER
Chris Davies became the most successful bowler in Second Team history yesterday as he took 3 wickets against Kendal at Birch Hall.
A magnificent achievement to overtake the 378 wickets taken by Darwen legend Dave Bonner. Well done CD!
BILL ISHERWOOD
Bill Isherwood, our club president and a great supporter of the club over many years, sadly passed away on Sunday 3rd April 2011.
Bill was a true gentlemen in every sense of the word, a man who always had time to speak to everyone.
Bill's funeral mass will take place on Tuesday 12th April at 1230 at St.Cuthberts, Darwen
Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this sad time.
A tribute from Dave Bonner
When I joined Darwen cricket club way back in 1960 Bill Isherwood was involved at the club as secretary.
Over the many years associated with the club Bill has carried out the functions of not only the secretary but also Chairman, life member and club president which was a fine reward for a man who although never played cricket for the club had been a tremendous worker and supporter for the club.
In over his 50 years plus service , I do not think I have heard anyone who had a wrong word to say about him. When the club needed to raise much needed revenue and a 500 club was raised. Bill volunteered to carry this out himself and was personally responsible for obtaining well over 100 members through his hard work and endeavour.
Bill was a true gentleman, highly respected and a man that many people looked up to and admired, he always had a word for everyone, one of the strongest handshakes and the writer of many letters of congratulations to many young cricketers.
He will be sadly missed.
David Bonner
LADIES DAY - SATURDAY 4TH JUNE 2011 - PART OF OUR 100 YEAR CELEBRATION
Another date for your diary. Saturday June 4th 2011 is Ladies Day
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Ladies Day Details
ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTIONS AND MEMBERSHIP REGISTRATION FORM 2011
Time to sign on the dotted line and join the club in our centenary year. Subscriptions for 2011 are attached.
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Registration Form
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Covering letter
DCC MERCHANDISE
Stuart Surridge's presents the Darwen CC range
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BAG4SPORT UPDATE
After promising initial support the muppets above were unable to collect the goods we donated from the North West of England. The club would like to thank all those that contributed
and to let them know that we have now donated the collection to the East Lancashire Hospice to help finance a new roof.
LET THE CENTENARY COMMENCE - SUNDAY 27th March 1200
The Centenary season gets under way on Sunday 27th March at Birch Hall. A special Centenary flag will raised by MP Jake Berry at 1230. All members are welcome to
a pre-season get together from 1200 to enjoy a FREE buffet.
ALEX DAVIES - ENGLAND STAR
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here to find out what Alex has been up to.
SPORTSMANS 2011 - UPDATE
Can all those in charge of organising tables for the Sportsmans Dinner tables pay £20 deposits per head by Saturday 21st of May
and the full balance paid by Friday 1st of July.
Thanks
Lowey
NETHERFIELD FIXTURE SWITCH
Darwen 1st XI home match on Saturday 28th May has been switched to an away fixture at the request of the Netherlands. The return match on Aug 13th will now be
a home fixture.
ARTIFICIAL WICKET REPLACED
The artificial wicket has been replaced for the new season, so our juniors have no excuses for getting out.
I believe a lot of work has been carried out on the square as well, so our seniors maybe some of your excuses will have gone too!
SWING COMMANDERS - PART OF OUR 100 YEAR CELEBRATION
Another date for your diary. We will be having a Dinner Dance on Saturday July 2nd 2011. The entertainment will be provided
by The Swing Commanders, a superb jazz and swing band. More details to follow soon.......
The Swing Commanders
Following highly successful tours in USA, France, Holland, Belgium and Spain over the past three years, international radio, television and recording artists
, The Swing Commanders, are actually flying in from Texas to share the club’s centenary celebrations.
This hugely talented, high-energy Lancashire band has wowed listeners and dancers alike through its unique presentation of some of the finest music from the
30s, 40s and 50s, with its array of six specialist musicians, five solo voices and as for instruments – well, we will leave you to count for yourself!
Here is an opportunity to see why sold out notices and standing ovations are regular features of performances by these vibrant international artistes,
who have established a reputation as Europe’s top Western Swing band in clubs, theatres, festivals and dance halls.
So, let them take you back in time for a special evening of jazz and Swing classics with a champagne sparkle. They really are the cats with the cream of
Forties classics, so just sit back or take to the dance floor and sample the sweet Swing sensation that is - The Swing Commanders!
Swing Commanders Webbers
THIRDS WANT A SCORER
Captain Sensible Danny Tighe wants a scorer for the new season. If enjoying the picturesque grounds of the Palace Shield and getting paid for it is your want. Please let us know.
JIM PLANT
Jim Plant, one of our members and a great supporter of the club over many years, sadly passed away on Monday 21st February 2011.
Jim's funeral mass will take place on Monday 28th February at 1330 at St.Edwards, followed by a service at Pleasington crematorium at 1500.
Our thoughts are with his friends and family at this sad time.
2011 PRE SEASON FRIENDLIES
There are 2 friendlies this season, the first on Saturday 9th April vs Littleborough away starting 12pm 40 overs, and also the following day
Sunday 10th April vs Southport away playing conditions yet to be decided.
TWITTER
Social Networking is the present and future and is only going to grow as a means of communication. With this in mind you can now
follow Darwen Cricket Club on Twitter. I will put details or links of events, teams, results, photos etc. as I can do it while I am supposed to be working!
It is not in any way an attempt to change Gary Jackson's opinion of its merits or to wind him up!
You can follow us at
http://twitter.com/DarwenCC
2011 INDOOR PRACTICE - NOW DELAYED A WEEK
Indoor nets start at Darwen Vale High School (Holden Fold) from Tuesday 1st to 29th March 29th from 7pm to 9pm.
NIALLERS - A BURKE IN BRISBANE
Darwen first team all-rounder Niall Burke is currently out in 'sunny' Australia revelling in the Ashes victory. He is part of a cricket training camp for 3 months and playing for a local team.
I am sure when Niall embarked on his trip, cleaning up the mess made by the floods and sheltering from a cyclone were not high up on the things he thought he may doing.
However, after years playing at Birch Hall and living in Darren, he could not see what all the fuss was about. Just a normal night near Jack Keys Lodge!
SPORTSMAN'S DINNER 2011 - PART OF OUR 100 YEAR CELEBRATION
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Sportsman's Details
Please find the attached letter outlining the details of Darwen CC's 2011 Sportsmans Dinner.
Let me know if your interested and please forward to any friends, family, colleagues or business contacts who may want to join us.
Regards
Chris Lowe
PALACE SHIELD - THIRDS, FOURTHS AND FIFTHS FIXTURES
The fixtures are now out for the Thirds, Fourth and Fifths foe the coming season. Some new places to experience the travelling hoardes from Darren.
They are located under the Results section.
ECB NATIONAL KO, READERS CUP AND LANCS KNOCKOUT 2011
FRIENDLY, ECB NATIONAL KO, READERS CUP AND LANCS KNOCKOUT 2011
The 2011 season kicks off with a friendly at Southport on April 10th.
Our first cup fixture of 2011 will be the ECB National Knockout first round at home to Neston on Sunday 8th May.
We will also begin our Lancashire Cup crusade with a home fixture against Lancashire League side Colne the week after Sunday 15th May. Both fixtures are subject to change.
Darwen will be begin the defence of the Readers Cup with a tough away fixture at current League Champions Leyland on Sunday 19th June.
SPORTSCAMP 2011
Monday 15th August to Friday 19th August 2011 sees the return of the annual Sportscamp. Book early to avoid disappointment. This years details can be downloaded by clicking on the links below.
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Sportscamp Details
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Breakfast Club
LANCASHIRE TELEGRAPH CENTENARY ARTICLE
Chairman Bill Ainslie and First Team Captain John Cordingley talk to the LET.
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Article
SPORTSMAN'S DINNER 2011 - PART OF OUR 100 YEAR CELEBRATION
An early date for your diary. We will be having a Sportsman's Dinner on Friday October 7th 2011. England International Paul Merson has signed a short term deal to join us.
Paul Merson
ALEX AND YAKUB JOIN LANCASHIRE ACADEMY
Congratulations go to 2 our of our up and coming players. Alex Davies and Yakub Bhamji are now part of the academy set up at Lancashire.
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More Details
LEE THOMPSON FIFTH TEAM ARE CHAMPIONS
Sunday XI Bring home the Bacon
Crowning a glorious season at Birch Hall, the Sunday XI have been confirmed champions of the Palace Shield Sunday Division 2. The competition went down to the wire, but the Towers finally edged out St Annes by a single point and will be promoted to the first division for next season. For the skipper, a 17-year bogey has been finally broken as the nightmare of a disastrous Chorley League Under 17s cup final was expunged from memory. Back in 1993, the portly Thompson had taken his young charges to the brink of glory, quite literally as he was the only driver in the team. However at the death, the team packed their bags for Torremolinos and the title chance went with them. To rub salt into the wounds a shaggy-haired Buffet took the helm two seasons later, somehow won the championship and never let his big brother forget it.
So, whilst the season was short, we still packed in some magical cricket, kept Birch Hall open for business on Sundays and learnt a lot about the Palace Shield along the way. The league is very well run and I am sure our thirds and fourths will enjoy playing on better grounds at a competitive level when they enter next season. Thanks go to all who helped get the team started and kept it furnished with players, facilities and teas through the season. Our continued objective is to give Sunday-only players, out-of-form Saturday players and emerging youngsters the chance to play competitive cricket on good grounds. Sundays are Fundays, Up the Towers!
Best regards
Tommo
THIRDS WIN POCHIN CUP 2010
Danny Tighe's Barmy Army went to Rufford on Sunday and brought the Pochin Cup back to Birch Hall.
THE VICTORIOUS THIRD TEAM
WHATEVER DOUGIE'S DOING TO SIMON HE LIKES IT!
SMILE DANNYBOY!
THE CAPTAIN AND THE TROPHY
DARWEN LEGEND SIMON PAINTER
ACTION SHOT
LEAGUE CUP CHAMPIONS 2010
The first team became the new holders of the Readers Cup by beating host Morecambe at Woodhall Lane
THE TRAVELLING BARMY ARMY
CAPTAIN JOHNNYBOY COLLECTS THE TROPHY
READERS CUP WINERS 2010
NEVILLE RECEIVES MAN OF THE MATCH GLASS THING
KAMMY SENSES VICTORY
CAPTAIN JOHNNYBOY DOES VICTORY JIG
MAN OF THE MATCH NEVILLE
WORTH AVE GET HANDS ON FIRST EVER TROPHY
PROUD TO BE A DARRENER
Another decade same old story, more silverware in the Birch Hall cabinet.
The only difference is that this time it's the new generation that take the headlines. John Cordy and his 'Young Guns' produced a first class all-round
performance to lift the Readers Cup, on a glorious afternoon on the Morecambe coastline.
As Chairman I feel the proudest person in Darwen, to have witnessed a memorable game of cricket that had supporters from each club,
embroiled in the August sunshine.
Neil Cordingley was rightly named man of the match, but all our players contributed to the victory. Our ground fielding was spectacular as catches were
taken, stumpings were crucial and a match winning run out from Zimmy sent the Morecambe professional back to the pavilion with 'game over'.
This group of players can bring more success to our club over the coming years, as there emergence as a force has been warmly welcomed.
My thanks also to the huge amount of supporters that made the journey. I'm sure the players welcomed playing in front of a partisan ground.
I suspect there would have been one or two sore heads on Monday morning.
My message finally is back to the players, you have now set the standard for years to come, keep raising the bar and we will enjoy many more occasions like
last Sunday.
Simply magnificent!!
A very proud Chairman
ZIMMY'S A DARRENER AGAIN
Run-machine professional Zimmy has agreed terms to be Darwen's paid man for the 2011 season.
ZIMMY
