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MENU – RCC Dinner & Presentation Evening, 21st November

Awards Dinner 2015 Message from our Social Secretary, Matt Bowles, Tel: 07742 449885. The 2015 end of season Reed Cricket Club Annual Awards Dinner will be held on Saturday 21st November at the Old Bull Inn, Royston at 6.45pm (meal at 7.15pm sharp). Tickets are £25 for a three course meal and the menu choices are as follows:- CHOICE OF STARTERS- - Homemade Leek & Potato Soup with roasted ciabatta and croutons (v). - Brussels Pate with toasted brioche and caramelised red onion chutney. - King Prawn Cocktail on mixed leaves and melba toast. CHOICE OF MAIN COURSE- - Woodland Mushroom, Caramelised Red Onion and Brie Tart in puff pastry, served on buttered new potatoes and green beans, topped with balsamic syrup (v). - Home-braised Lamb Shank on creamed mash potato, petit pois and a rich lamb jus. - Pan-seared Sea Bass on a bed of sautéed potatoes, fried chorizo and spinach, with a red pepper coulis and red onion and tomato salsa. - Thai Green Chicken Curry served with fragrant rice, naan and mango chutney (spicy). CHOICE OF DESSERTS- - Homemade Sticky Toffee Pudding served with butterscotch sauce an custard. - Fresh mixed Fruit in a stoch syrup, served with cream. - Homemade Chocolate Brownie served with chocolate sauce and farmhouse vanilla ice cream. The meal will be followed by the awards presentation and raffle (please bring a prize along). We would like to know ASAP how many tickets you would like and also details of your Menu Choices. Final bookings by Friday 13th November. Everyone is welcome and we would love to see the families of colts and junior members. Where possible, we would ask you to please pay online using the following [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2015-11-22T12:21:19+00:00September 27th, 2015|Categories: 2015, Annual Award Dinner, News, Social|Tags: 21st November, MENU - RCC Dinner & Presentation Evening|Comments Off

Headlines – 12th / 13th September

Soaring sixes by Jack Tidey overcame Baldock's 247 for 6 in this entertaining end-of-season friendly on The Green on Saturday. In Baldock's innings, Owen Hughes had led the bowling attack claiming 3 top-order batsmen, all mis-timing booming drives to the safe hand of extra cover and mid-off. Tom Walsingham also took 3 later-on. Then, once Jack Tidey got going, ably supported by Marcus Baker's 44, it was only a matter of conjecture whether there would be enough runs left with which Jack could reach a hundred. There weren't - and he didn't! He was left undefeated on 94. In the final match, Warelsey set a total of 232 after Sam Rice had taken 4 of their wickets to fall. In reply, skipper, Marcus Baker, ran-out of yardage for 35 and Rhoddri "Hammy" Hughes ended on 33 not out, but the star with the bat for Reed was Ben Moody who scored 54. Unfortunately it was not enough; the hosts fell short by 36 runs as they closed on 195 for 9. Expect Match Reports to follow shortly. PGB

By Peter G. Baker|2015-09-14T08:51:02+01:00September 13th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: Headlines - 12th September|Comments Off

2s make it 3!!!!

So, eighteen weeks of hard combat ceased with Reed worthy and deserved winners of the Division 5B title. This was the second eleven's third successive Division title which will now see them move into Division 4B. Many of the players made comment that this year's title win was particularly satisfying because of the shared contributions made from everyone making it a real team achievement. The regular top five of Phil Frenay, Richard Johnson, Rob Lankester, Marcus Martin and Marcus J.E. Baker made a combined total of 1967 runs with a further 3 batsmen each making over 100 runs in the year. Meanwhile, Alex Kelly, Reece Fitzgerald, Jack Caine and Marcus Martin joined the prolific bowling partnership of Karl Ward and Pete Tidey in the wickets. Whilst Tim Tidey was the team's engine room behind the stumps taking an incredible 13 catches and 5 stumpings. For this final match of the 2015 season Reed travelled away to play against their main title rivals Old Cholmeleians. Fortunately for Reed a defeat in the last match had denied Old Cholmeleians any hope of overtaking Reed. So despite being a dead rubber there was still pride to play for. The last time the two sides met Reed suffered a big defeat so Marcus Martin's side were more than eager not just to finish the season on a high, but also to settle the score. On a damp September track Marcus Martin inserted the hosts who made a total of 217 with several batsmen making contributions. Alex Kelly had capped off his return season to the club with a "3 fer". The second innings saw yet another strong start by Frenay and Johnson who combined for yet another 50 plus [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:14:00+00:00September 10th, 2015|Categories: 2015, 2015 Match Report, News|Tags: 2s make it 3!!!!|Comments Off

Headlines – 5th / 6th September

It was the end of an era as James Heslam captained the First XI for the last time in a mid-table clash against Stevenage on the Green on Saturday. Disappointingly, Stevenage's 224 for 6, (Jack Tidey 4-40), may have been too much for Reed to chase yesterday, despite Phil Lill's 43, but James's massive influence and successes must not be forgotten. Under his leadership, the promotions in recent years in the League culminating in a place in the Championship Division where Reed are not considered "new boys" any longer, and capable of matching any of the big-name clubs on their day, plus the cherry on the cake of the Village Cup victory at Lord's in 2012 illustrate the passion, commitment and skills James has brought to our Club. I'm sure you would join me in saluting our retiring Club Captain. Thank you James. The Seconds meanwhile hammered-home their dominance in Division 5B by beating the second-placed Old Cholmeleians by 7 wickets. Alex Kelly took 3 wickets as Old Cs ended on 217 for 9. Reed knocked-off the target with Kallum Ward scoring 49 and captain Marcus Martin a marvellous 72 not out. Reed were 57 points clear of Old C's in the final table! The Thirds showed what they were capable of if they had had a more stable choice of regular players throughout the season. Brimful of batsmen in this final league fixture, Paul Garrott, 47, and fifties by John Kershaw and Rob Willoughby ensured Reed reached an unassailable 244 for 7. Waltham Cross Rosedale mustered only 125 all-out in response, 3 of the wickets falling to skipper, Michael Robertson. Paul Garrott skippered the Sunday XI away at Little Hadham in an old-fashioned "timed-game", [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:14:02+00:00September 6th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: 5th September, Headlines|1 Comment

Headlines – 29th / 30th August

The calculations have been made and we can definitely say that both the Seconds and the Fourths will be promoted as Champions of their respective divisions. They cannot now be overhauled. Well-done to all players who have represented these teams in this very successful season. The Firsts were all-out for a mere 82 away versus Langleybury, Chris Jackson top-scoring with 25. But the Bury knocked off the target without losing a wicket. The Seconds, skippered this week by Phil Frenay, managed only 165 all-out, runs mainly coming from Rob Lankester supported by Matt Bowles, but the bowling department shared the wickets as Cockfosters were bowled out for 131 giving Reed a 34-run victory. Jack Caine bowled 8 overs and conceded just 7 runs. In 2016, the Seconds will be in Division 4B. On paper, the Thirds had a strong and experienced batting line-up. But in the end replied to Hertford's 204 for 9 with only 144. John Kershaw was 46 not out trying to reach that extra batting point, but it was all in vain. Now that the results are in, it is sad to report that the Thirds failed to score sufficient points to avoid relegation so next season they will be playing in Division 8B. Over at St Christopher's School in Letchworth, Lloyd Bowman's Fourth team ended their league programme by racking-up an astonishing 335 all-out in their 45 overs. Zac Conley registered his third ton of the season scoring 127, Martin Johnson scored 88 and Bill Mansfield chipped-in with 41. Neil Haslam claimed 3 wickets as Stevenage ended on 147 all-out. Regional Division B East beckons for the Fourths next year. For those not on Tour, Richard Barlow arranged a Conference fixture [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2015-08-31T06:44:42+01:00August 29th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: Headlines - 29th August|Comments Off

Headlines – 22nd / 23rd August

Coming to the conclusion of the League season and we can now congratulate the Seconds and the Fourths for definitely achieving promotion from their respective Divisions. What has to be decided in the final fixtures is whether they go up as Champions. Mathematics & permutations come into the equation. For Marcus Martin’s team, this is their third promotion on the trot. For the Fourth’s, this is the youthful Lloyd Bowman’s first attempt at captaincy. Well-done to all the players representing these teams. On the Green, Chorleywood made 157 all-out with Phil Lill again picking-up 4 wickets, but despite a forty by Tom Greaves and twenties by Stuart Smith and Sean Tidey, the 1st XI reached only 138 in reply. Promotion is just out of reach now but a final charge could put them in third place. Come-on James and the Firsts. The Seconds travelled to Hoddesdon where Mitchell Cooper (80) and Richard Johnson (49) shone with the bat as they rattled up 230 for 8. Hoddesdon ended on 190 for 7 with the wickets shared around. Reed’s next fixture is against Cockfosters, but it is the final match against current second-placed Old Cholmeleians, that should decide the top-spot. In the new structure, top place means a promotion of 2 divisions (and prize money!); second place means a promotion of 1 division, (and NO money). Great stuff Marcus and the Second XI. Down at the Freman Oval, 96 by Rob Willoughby and fifties by Mike Robertson and Pete Baker put the Thirds in a strong position reaching 266 for 5 against Potters Bar. The notorious quick-paced and fast-scoring venue was then the setting for an amazing reply of 267 for 3 in just 37 overs after [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2016-12-27T13:14:15+00:00August 23rd, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: Headlines - 22nd / 23rd August, Headlines - 22nd August|Comments Off

Reed Village Hall Barbecue

There will be a Barbecue on the Green organised by the Reed Village Hall Committee on Bank Holiday Monday, 31st August. Other attractions include a Bouncy Castle, Tombola, Games and Music, and teas & cakes will be available. Festivities will run from 3pm to 8pm. Although not a Reed Cricket Club event, the licensed bar in our Clubhouse will be open to members of the public, so make a date in your diary. Peter McMeekin, RCC Bar Committee Chairman.

By Peter G. Baker|2015-08-17T10:44:58+01:00August 17th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News, Social, Uncategorized|Tags: Reed Village Hall Barbecue|Comments Off

2015 Herts Service to Sport Awards

Nominations for the 2015 Herts Service to Sport Awards are now open! Every year, coaches, instructors, officials, administrators and sports club volunteers commit their time and energy to sport in Hertfordshire. This is their time to be recognised. The annual Herts Service to Sport Awards evening held on Wednesday 16th December 2015 will acknowledge and celebrate the massive contribution that volunteers and clubs make to Hertfordshire sport. Nominate your sporting winners online at www.sportinherts.org.uk. The closing date for nominations is Friday 23rd October 2015. For more information contact the HSP Events Team on [email protected] or [email protected] or 01707 281005/6. This year we are pleased to announce two new categories to the awards, ‘Community Project of the Year’ and ‘Disability Sports Coach of the Year’. VOTE NOW! Posted on behalf of: Shelley Woods, Children and Young People’s Team Lead, Herts Sports Partnership, Sport Performance & Development Centre, de Havilland Campus, Hatfield AL10 9EU P: +44 1707 281005 | E: [email protected] | W: www.sportinherts.org.uk T: www.twitter.com/sportinherts | F: www.facebook.com/sportinherts

By Peter G. Baker|2015-08-17T10:31:23+01:00August 17th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: 2015 Herts Service to Sport Awards|Comments Off

Headlines – 15th August

The Firsts are in third position in the Championship. Solid batting from the top order of Will & James Heslam followed by Chris Jackson and Tom Greaves guided them to 187 for 4 which was enough to overhaul Hoddesdon's 185 for 8. Wickets were shared round between Jack Tidey, Tom Greaves and Phil Lill. 116 all-out was never enough for Chipperfield Clarendon to defend as the Seconds romped home by 5 wickets at Reed to keep them cemented at the top of their Division. Skipper Marcus Martin led the way with 58 not out and the bowling credits went to Alex Kelly who took 6 for 18. Remarkably, the Garrott brothers held 5 catches between them. I'm afraid there is nothing much to write home about regarding the Third's visit to Langleybury. The hosts posted 185 for 7. Reed scored 70 in reply; top-scorer was Rob Willoughby with 16. I expect the little dotted lines indicating promotion and relegation zones are likely to appear on the Herts League website soon. The Thirds will be in the latter! There are just 3 matches left to claw back some ground so we wish Mike Robertson and his team all the best of luck to finish the programme strongly. Their next 2 fixtures are at Freman College, so go there and give them all the support you can. Meanwhile the Fourths have only 2 matches remaining and still are in 1st place in Regional Division C East. It's anticipated that they will be above the little dotted lines at the end of the season. However, they did lose to second-placed Harpenden on Saturday, but they have only one fixture remaining. Alan Ward took 4 for 33 as Harpenden [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2015-08-17T09:52:55+01:00August 17th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: Headlines - 15th August|Comments Off

Headlines – 8th / 9th August

The Heslam brothers took the game away from Flitwick. Wickets had been shared around with Jack Tidey taking 3 of them, as the visitors closed on 221 for 8 after 60 overs. But Will Heslam scored another fifty and James, a marvellous undefeated hundred, as they put on a century partnership together helping Reed 1sts win by 9 wickets and climbing into 4th place in the Championship. Opponents next week are 3rd placed Hoddesdon. Marcus Martin’s gentle and seemingly innocuous slows, (4 for 31), were too much for Luton Town & Indians as they succumbed to 160 for 7. Richard Johnson made sure that the Seconds maintained top spot in Division 5B with an attractive 76 not out in a victory by 4 wickets. The Thirds battled it out against Division 8A leaders, St Albans, at Freman College. Reed’s innings ended on 175 for 9, Swetank Khambhat top-scoring with 47, and they fought back after tea taking 7 St Albans’ wickets, 3 of them to that man Swetank again! 13 points helped the Thirds gain another rung up the Divisional ladder and are away to close rivals Langleybury next weekend when the match format return to the 50/50 variety. The Fourths suffered an upset away at Welwyn Garden City. There were 3 wickets each for Hunter Diack and Ollie Mansfield as WGC managed only 186 for 8. But a weakened Fourths were shot-out for only 88 and 31 of these came from the bat of Martin Johnson. The Fourths have 3 matches left in the programme, but still maintain first position in their Division. They are due to play second-placed Harpenden next week. Regular opponents, Aston, visited The Green on Sunday and posted a total [...]

By Peter G. Baker|2015-08-10T07:20:03+01:00August 8th, 2015|Categories: 2015, News|Tags: Headlines|Comments Off