Poor Start To New Season
It's a pity the season doesn't start in a week or two. With half a team of players currently out injured/ill/holidaying or merely expecting to become parents, both the 1st & 2nd elevens kicked off with somewhat depleted sides. At least two sides were put out though which is more than some Clubs managed this weekend!
The 1st XI travelled to the home of newly promoted Gedling & Sherwood and what a splendid new facility they have down at Regatta Way. Despite the aforementioned availability problems, the personnel on display for Calverton really should have put up a better display. Acting Captain Richard Lee decided to have a bat first. There were no demons in the wicket, but an insipid display with the willow saw an early tea being taken as we were skittled for a paltry 65. Game over. G & S achieved the 'monster target' for the loss of one wicket. Back to the drawing board.
The 2nd XI hosted Underwood at GLA under the guidance of John Nester. Underwood batted first & totalled 201-8 from the allotted 45 overs. A splendid effort by the 'young uns' in taking eight wickets & keeping the score respectable. Special mention to Matt Dean & Brinsley Kirkham - well bowled. A lot depended on Dad to be (still waiting) Scotty & Coach Leafe to get us off to a good start, which they did. But once Scott departed for 43 the target proved insurmountable. Still Matt Dean proved he can bat a bit as well, batting for some time & remaining not out at the end.
The Sunday XI chalked up the first 'win' of the season in unsatisfactory circumstances with a 'walkover'. Gotham should have been the visitors to GLA but rang up on Sunday morning saying they couldn't get a team.
Online Club Shop - OPEN!
You can now buy a range of Calverton CC clothing via the Internet with the opening of our online Club Shop courtesy of Dave Baker at Terrasport. A more permanent link will be added soon, but for the time being visit:
http://www.terrasport.co.uk/club_shops/calverton_cc/
At the moment the range consists of playing clothing in both Junior & Adult sizes all emblazoned with the Calverton CC logo. Leisurewear will be added in the not to distant future along with Club caps & other garments. If there's anything in particular you'd like to see on sale in the shop, please let the Club know via the comments button.
Another Rep Game At GLA
Calverton are proud to be hosting another Nottinghamshire representative game. This time it'll be the under 15's who will be playing a 20/20 match on Thursday 5th June from 4.30pm. With the under 13's playing at Calverton in late June & the under 11's in early July, it'll be a privilege to see the young talent the County has to offer on display at GLA.
May Committee Meeting
Will be held at the ground on Thursday 1st May at 7.30pm.
First Games Almost Upon Us
Let's hope it warms up a little!
Next weekend sees the first action of the season. On Saturday Thurgarton visit GLA for a friendly fixture, whilst Sunday sees the first Newark Alliance game of the season away at Wollaton.
In readiness for the weekend, Nets will be held at the Club on Thursday (Seniors) & Friday (Juniors & Seniors). Friday will also be Junior Registration night so please make every effort to attend (and bring Mum & Dad for a pint!).
Good luck to one & all for the new season.
New Season - New Players Required
Are you new to the village or maybe you're looking for a new Club.
Calverton CC welcome new players of all ages & abilities. If you enjoy playing cricket in a beautiful setting on an excellent ground, look no further. With splendid facilities and a number of Senior & Junior teams, there's something for all ages & levels. Furthermore, Calverton CC are one of a small number of Clubs in Nottinghamshire to have been awarded the ECB 'Clubmark' & are also one of Nottinghamshire's 'Focus Clubs'
You can get in touch via e-mail by clicking on the 'Club Officials' page (to the left) & clicking on the links to the Chairman or Captains.
Working Weekend
GLA will be hosting its 'Spring Clean' over the weekend of the 19th & 20th April commencing at 10am. All players, parents, wives, husbands, boyfriends, girlfriends & volunteers are requested to come and help with the many jobs that need to be done before the season starts.
April Committee Meeting
Will be held at The Top Club at 7.30pm on Thursday 3rd April. This will be the last meeting at The Top Club till October, as meetings throughout the season will be held at the ground - usually on the first Thursday of each month.
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