Chorleywood won the toss and inserted Reed on a wicket that was difficult to score on and then bowled extremely tightly. Reed lost James Heslam, William Heslam and Rob Lankester quickly and struggled to make early runs. After 29 overs Reed were hanging on at 58 for five, having also lost Tom Greaves and Chris Jackson, (22). However, Matt Sampson, (57), held firm and in company with first Sean Tidey, (23), and then Ed Wharton, (32), took Reed to 160, which at least gave them something to bowl at.
In Reply, Chorleywood also struggled and after 18 overs were 55 for 4. However, Pendered, (50 n.o.), and Evans, (42), knuckled down for a further 31 overs to see Chorleywood home. Reed had their chances but could not hold them.
The loss put Reed down to third place in the League, just one point below Luton Town & Indians.
Next weekend, Reed host Stevenage in the League on Saturday and then on Sunday also host Sibton Park from Kent in the last 16 on the National Village Cup. A good crowd is expected, the bar will be open and a BBQ running.
Report submitted by R.M. Robertson.
