Peter G. Baker, Author at Reed Cricket Club

Reed IIIs Suffer Another Defeat

Reed III's travelled across Herts to face bottom of the table Northwood Town II's. Northwood, batting first, got of to a good start, as Fozan Haji (68) and Ravi Ramawat (25) worked the bowling of Joe Graves (11-2-39-1) and Mike Robertson (6-0-33-0) Robertson struggled to find his line, and was soon replaced by Neil Haslam (15-5-31-2) who put pressure on the batsmen, eventually forcing an error Ramawat. Amish Unalkat (39) continued to push the total, until a flighter from Matt Naeem (6-0-47-2) had Fozan caught in the deep by Graves. Sumeet Khetia (4) was quickly dismissed, and the addition of Robert Willoughby to the attack (6-0-22-2) saw Amish and Tarang Katira (10) fall victim to his beguiling spin. After a brief display of confident strokes Muzammil Wasi was bowled by Graves, as Cheesewright (19) continued to plug away. Naeem picked up the wicket of Motiwala (6), through further flighty bowling. With Malik (1) and Cheesewright still at the crease, Northwood chose to declare on 235-7 from 51 overs. Reed's response began with less confidence as Rhodri Hughes (6) was dismissed by Parmar (10-2-21-1). Willoughby (22) and the youthful Mike Catt (38) began to build a partnership but the former was bowled by Wasi (5-0-24-1). Catt and Skipper Mike Robertson pushed on the total, hitting boundaries freely, however a lapse in concentration saw Robertson caught off the bowling of Khetia (12-1-50-3). Catt and Peter Baker (4) quickly followed as Patel (7-1-19-3) brought some pace to the attack. Maseeh Naeem (24) looked strong, however father and son John and Ed Kershaw struggled to support him. Joe Graves (14) looked to have the measure of the bowling, but Naeem became Khetia's third victim. Matt Naeem (2*) attempted to [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:11:16+00:00July 18th, 2016|Categories: 2016, 2016 Match Report|Tags: 3rd XI v. Northwood Town (SHPCL Division 8A)|Comments Off

Man of Match Martin bashes Baldock for a ton!

Reed 4th XI v Baldock 3rd XI at Freman Oval, 16th July 2016 Baldock won the toss and elected to bat on a warm summer afternoon at Freman. There was a healthy balance of youth and “experience” in the 4th XI today. The opening bowling pair of Matt Yates and Jack Childs restricted the run rate over the early overs, with Childs taking the wickets of an opener and the No 3 batsman. Jake Gifford, replaced Yates, but struggled to find line and length and was quickly replaced by Jack Wilkerson. He deserved a wicket with a dropped catch coming off his bowling. Unfortunately, at the drinks break Matt Yates had to retire from the field having taken a heavy blow on the ankle from a well struck shot. Meanwhile from the town end, Martin Johnson was again tying the batsmen down and finished with 2 - 58 from a 12-over spell. With batsmen risking quick singles, their opening bat (who had spent a fidgety 30+ overs at the crease) was run out on 49 by quick reactions and a direct hit from Jack Childs. Alan Ward replaced Jack Wilkerson and finished with 3 wickets to his name. Johnson took a good catch on the boundary off the bowling of Hughes (2 overs, 1 for 13). Baldock batted for 42 overs, finishing on 191-9. Reed’s captain for the day, Bill Mansfield showed prowess behind the stumps with two of the younger players, Ben Mansfield and Kieran McKinna being very active in the outfield. In between innings both sides enjoyed teas, supplied by Mrs Garrott. In reply Reed started solidly if somewhat slowly in response to some tight bowling, with Paul Garrott and Johnson opening the [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-18T13:23:32+01:00July 18th, 2016|Categories: 2016, 2016 Match Report|Tags: 4th XI v. Baldock (SHPCL Regional Division B East)|Comments Off

Headlines – 16th / 17th July

SATURDAY: The "double-header" against Dunstable did not go too well. The Firsts playing away scored 166 in reply to the host's 264 thereby losing by 98 runs. Sean Tidey and Ed Wharton each made 29 and Ian Osborne who earlier had taken 3 wickets also scored 31. On the Green, Dunstable II overhauled Reed Seconds' 171 for 8 losing only 5 wickets in the process. MJE Baker had top-scored with 45 and Marcus Martin took 2 of the wickets. The Thirds lost to Northwood Town by 65 runs. There were 2 wickets apiece for Neil Haslam, Rob Willoughby and Matt Naeem but the run-chase petered-out on 170 which included an assured 38 by Mike Catt and a harder-hit 31 by Mike Robertson. Baldock III remain top of Regional Division B East despite losing to the Reed Fourth XI at the Freman Oval. Making 191 for 9, (Alan Ward claiming 3 wickets), Baldock were then unable to prevent Martin Johnson leading the charge with a splendid ton and the 4ths winning by 7 wickets. SUNDAY: The Waitrose-sponsored Club Open Day for Colts was on the Green during the morning coinciding with the last practice sessions of the season. Thanks to all the Coaches, Managers and helpers plus a big Thank You to Cilla for her organisation and BBQ. In the afternoon Reed participated in the Keatley Cup which this season was in the form of a Six-a-side round-robin competition. The venue was the Therfield Cricket Ground. After winning against the organising hosts, Royston CC, and Thriplow CC, but losing against the Lord's Taverners Buccaneers, the Reed sextet claimed a place in the final against the Buccaneers. With 2 required from the final delivery, Tom Walsingham guided [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:11:18+00:00July 17th, 2016|Categories: 2016, News|Tags: Headlines|Comments Off

Stevenage bat out for tame draw

On Saturday July 9th Reed 1st XI hosted Stevenage 1st XI in the Herts Saracens League Championship. Stevenage won the toss and asked Reed to bat first. Reed got off to a solid start, with brothers James (45) and William Heslam (117) putting on 105 for the first wicket in 26 overs. Rob Lankester (39) came in at number 3 giving William good support and taking the score to 195 before he fell in the 46th over. A procession of batsmen then came and went trying to up the scoring rate, with R.Hassan taking 6 for 69 with his leg breaks. Tom Greaves then declared after 58.5 overs with the score on 258 for 8. In reply Stevenage suffered a dreadful start with Ed Wharton and Ian Osborne each taking wickets in the first two overs leaving Stevenage 8 for 2 off 2. However, this brought Hassan (111 not out) to the crease who rebuilt the innings ably supported by Gittens-Brown (62). Tom Greaves bowled a marathon spell of 19 overs 2 maidens, 2 for 59 and kept the Stevenage scoring rate down. But with the fall of Gittens-Brown, Stevenage opted to play for the draw and after 58 overs settled for 217 for 8. Reed picked up the bonus points but were frustrated at being unable to push for the win. Report submitted by RMR.

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-12T13:34:10+01:00July 12th, 2016|Categories: 2016, 2016 Match Report|Tags: 1st XI v. Stevenage (SHPCL Championship Division)|Comments Off

Reed Crash Out in Thriller!

Herts and Beds champions Reed crashed out of the 2016 National Village Cup on Sunday losing off the last ball of their match against Kent Champions Sibton Park. 7 Wickets down and needing just a single off the last ball to clinch the win, Reed batsman Karl Ward struck the ball into the covers but his despairing charge to achieve the required run was foiled by good Sibton fielding and the stumps were broken with Ward an agonising 2 yards short of completing the run, and the win for Reed! After a delayed start because of rain, things had started well for Reed as they won the toss and asked the men of Kent to bat first. Toby Fynn and Ward opened the bowling and both extracted some movement from the pitch in the early overs, but belligerent Sibton opener Bingham struck out lustily from the start and rode his luck being dropped twice off difficult hard hit chances in between a succession of boundaries. Opener Hickmott went for 10 with the score 53 in the 12th over. It was here that Reeds luck ran out and controversy raged as Sibton No 3 Allon, on 0 at the time, survived a very confident Reed shout for caught behind. which was not supported by the visiting Umpire. The game moved on and two runs later the dangerous Bingham was well caught in the deep by Toby Fynn off Tom Greaves for a hard hit 40. The Sibton Innings then lost its momentum as Greaves (9 Overs 1 – 37) and Ward (9 Overs 1-25) bowled tight spells and at the halfway mark the visitors score was poised at 82-2 off 20 overs. The Reed pressure was [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-12T09:25:57+01:00July 12th, 2016|Categories: 2016, 2016 Match Report|Tags: NVC, Sibton Park|Comments Off

Baker’s Boys Bully Blues

Reed gave a dominant performance at Fairfield Hall against Knebworth Blue. Having been inserted, Reed suffered two cheap losses but were nonetheless making runs as team captain Marcus J.E. Baker led from the front. In a welcome return to form he played in a fluid and positive style racking up boundaries whilst rotating the strike to keep the scoreboard ticking over. 17-year-old Zac Conley was also finding form in an aggressive display of his strength. Putting the ball over the rope with ease he racked up runs quickly. His precise and patient striking showed a growing maturity in his batting. With 15 overs left in the first innings Baker retired having brought up three figures with Conley (71) following suit two overs later. With the score well over 200 and still plenty of overs left to get through Rhodri Hughes and Joe Graves took on the task of adding to the host’s misery. Hughes ran quickly between the wickets and put the bad balls away and had soon enough joined the 50 plus club before also retiring. Graves meanwhile finished undefeated on 43 for the second week in a row. His ever-improving batting will soon see him making a big score. Reed's final score of 314 for 3 was never in any real danger of being overtaken but the young Reed side nonetheless maintained focus. Eventually the wickets started to fall. Jack Childs took two fantastic catches at short mid-wicket to go with his own two wickets. Sam Rice playing his first match of the season lost no time in taking wickets finishing with three. Josh Conley and Matt Yates both picked up a wicket apiece whilst Joe Graves claimed two for nought in his [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-12T06:40:34+01:00July 12th, 2016|Categories: 2016, 2016 Match Report|Tags: Sunday XI v. Knebworth Blue|Comments Off

Quiz Night, 22nd July
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Quiz Night, 22nd July

2016, News, Social

Quiz Night, 22nd July

The Winning Team was Tom & Sam, Mike & Chloe and Sam Bowles & James "JP" Prime. Well done! -------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Quiz Night will be in the Clubhouse at 1930hrs with Matt Paxman-Humphrys (aka "Bowlsie") in the Chair. (Harrod's carrier bags are green aren't they? Not according to Quizmaster Matt! And his decision is final.) Arrive early for a prompt start at 1930hrs. 6 people per team and an entry fee of £2 per person. Cash prize of £50+ depending on numbers attending. I am confident that Einstein never took part in a pub quiz! Contact Matt Bowles on 07742 449885

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:11:19+00:00July 11th, 2016|Categories: 2016, News, Social|Tags: 2016, Quiz Night|Comments Off

Keatley Cup 2016 (Six-a-side competition)

Organised by Royston CC, this year's event will be a Six-a-side competition on Sunday 17th July at Therfield Cricket Ground. Start at 12.30 with the final finishing around 1700hrs. The format will be a round robin with the 2 highest placed sides playing a final. The four sides are Royston, Thriplow, Lord's Taverners and Reed. Each match will consist of 5 overs, each bowler only bowling a maximum of 1 over. There will be bonus points for number of runs scored / wickets taken as well as a win.

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-18T13:20:19+01:00July 11th, 2016|Categories: 2016, Fixtures, News|Tags: 2016, Keatley Cup|Comments Off

Headlines – 9th / 10th July

Saturday: William Heslam led the way by scoring 117 in Reed 1st XI's 258 for 8. Brother James reached the forties. Stevenage made an uninspiring display after losing 3 early wickets by using 58 overs to close on 217 for 6. The match was as grey as the overhead sky! The Firsts slipped to 4th position in the Division. At Ampthill, Reed 2nd XI scored 211 for 9. Skipper, Marcus Martin, hit a ton but this total was too much for the hosts. Karl Ward took 3 wickets but Ampthill scored only 186 for 6 in their reply. Reed are in 3rd place. The only "result" match of the day was at Freman College where most of the runs came from the in-form Rob Willoughby, Maseeh Naeem and Mike Robertson. The Third XI reached 175 but Pirton lost 6 wickets, 3 of them to Matt Naeem, before they completed the "double" for this season. At the close of the day, the 3rds are in 7th position. The Fourths did not play. A non-league match had been arranged but was cancelled thus leaving the 4th XI stagnating in 5th place. Sunday: The bad news first. Reed's involvement in the 2016 National Village Cup has ended after defeat against Sibton Park. The Kent side made 186 for 9, five of the wickets taken by Mitchell Cooper. In the run-chase, William Heslam again went past fifty with support from Richard Wharton but after losing 8 wickets, Reed required a single off the last delivery. In a nail-biting finish, Sibton Park completed a run-out leaving Stuart Smith 44 not out! Best of luck to Sibton Park in the Quarter Finals in a fortnight. The better news. Reed's "friendly XI" [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-11T10:26:34+01:00July 9th, 2016|Categories: 2016, News|Tags: Headlines|Comments Off

National Cricket Playing Survey 2016

The National Cricket Playing Survey 2016 has today been released, allowing you to have your say on the future of cricket. Hertfordshire Cricket calls on recreational cricketers to have their say and influence the future of the game at grassroots level. Please spread the news throughout your club, so that as many people as possible have access to the survey. Type this into your browser. www.ecb.co.uk/survey You will also have the chance to enter in a draw to win a £250 voucher for the ECB online shop, which stocks all the latest playing equipment. PGB, Hon. Secretary, Reed CC

By Peter G. Baker|2016-07-09T14:23:53+01:00July 9th, 2016|Categories: 2016, News|Tags: SHORT ECB SURVEY:|Comments Off

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