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Hi everyone,

As many of you may be aware already our dad Clarence suffered a stroke following a routine heart op in London last week.
He is still in hospital in the UK receiving medical attention and rehab as he starts his road to recovery.

We would like to thank everyone who has sent very kind messages of support to Clarence and we have conveyed these to him.

In the meantime myself and my sister Clare will be continuing Clarence's work on the UC website and forum something he has been very passionate about over many years, and hopefully he will be back at the helm in the not too distant future.

Kind regards
Steve Hiles & Clare Hiles

Ballymena CC first XI looking for a friendly match on Saturday 16th or 23rd of April. We will have to travel as ground won't be de-rugbyied. Any club interested please contact me on my email mglass696@hotmail.com

It's with a heavy heart that i learn of the passing of Woodvale Stalwart, Jack Storey on 10th February. he will be sorely missed on the boundary edge but always be in our memories. Rest in peace Jack

It is with regret that I learn of the death of Woodvale stalwart Jack Storey. Being old enough to have played against him in his later years I always enjoyed a yarn with him whenever I met him at Ballygomartin Road. I extend my sincere sympathy to Colin and his family circle.

Congratulations Gary Wilson on reaching 200 Ireland appearances tomorrow against PNG. Fantastic achievement for one of Ulster cricket's true sportsmen and well done Ireland for naming him Captain on the day.
I know Gary's Dad George will be very proud and I just wish Mum Iris was still with us to see you reach another milestone in your career.
Well done Gary, we are all very proud of you.

Any clubs interested in a friendly against Donaghadee weekend of 23/24th April give me a shout, away fixtures only

Many thanks to Laurelvale CC who have just completed their initial clothing order for 2016 with us. They will be kitted out in the new Blade range from Surridge.

If your Club hasn't ordered yet or you would like something new then contact john@cartwrights-sports.co.uk for further details on the options available and great prices as well!

We are the Irish agents for the Surridge range.

It is the end of the road for the Ireland Under-19 team after an 8-wickets defeat by South Africa in the 9th place/quarter-final play-off. The Irish batsmen didn't score enough runs and the bowler failed to penetrate the strong South African opening partnership. Wicket-keeper Lorcan Tucker was in a league of his own with the bat, but didn't get enough support. Adam Dennison scored 16 and took one wicket.
Overall a learning curve for the Irish boys, but a marker to what is needed at this level as the standard is high.
9th place play-off quarter-final
At Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh
IRELAND 185/7 (50 overs, L Tucker 77*, F Tucker 20, D Galiem 2-22, W Ludick 2-43)
SOUTH AFRICA 187/2 (46 overs, K Verreynne 77, L Smith 49,W Mulder 43*, A Dennison 1-27, F Tucker 1-53)

Well done Ireland after completing a 145 runs victory over Papua New Guinea to gain maximum points and move back to the top of the Intercontinental Cup league table. It was a another good all round display in the field with all the bowlers getting amongst the wickets. Boyd Rankin was particularly impressive with wickets at a crucial time when PNG were mounting a fightback.
Summary-
IRELAND 289 and 244/5 dec (64 overs; K O'Brien 75*, E Joyce 58, A McBrine 40*, G Wilson 27, L Nou 2/37)
PAPUA NEW GUINEA 188 and 200 all out (73.4 overs; S Bau 45, V Morea 35, J Vare 31, J Reva 21, A Vala 20, B Rankin 3-31, T Murtagh 2-25, C Young 2-50)

Condolences from Dundrum cc to Bryan Milford and family circle on the passing of his mother may she rest in peace

Ireland are now in a strong position moving into the last day of their Intercontinental match with Papua New Guinea after half-centuries from Ed Joyce and Kevin O'Brien plus fine supporting roles from Andy McBrine and Gary Wilson. Set 346 to win PNG will be hard pressed to force the draw if Tim Murtagh, Boyd Rankin, Craig Young and George Dockrell keep their focus.
Summary-
IRELAND 289 and 244/5 dec (64 overs; K O'Brien 75*, E Joyce 58, A McBrine 40*, G Wilson 27, L Nou 2/37)
PAPUA NEW GUINEA 188 (84.3 overs; A Vala 120, T Murtagh 4-33, B Rankin 3-21, C Young 2-42) and 50/1 (16 overs: T Murtagh 1-11)

Ireland suffered their third successive defeat in the Under-19 World Cup when they went down by four wickets to New Zealand in their final Group match. It has been a tough learning curve for the Irish team, but they put up a spirited performance against the Kiwis, and will now compete in the Plate Competition with more confidence.
Summary-
Fatullah, 1 February.
Ireland 212 (47.5 overs, J Tector 56, A Dennison 46, G McClintock 34, J Finnie 3-30, R Ravindra 3-36)
New Zealand 213-6 (40.1 overs, F Allen 97, D Philips 58, G Philips 34, R Anders 4-32, F Tucker 2-26)

Ireland have moved into a strong position after Day 2 of their four day ICC Intercontinental Match with Papua New Guinea. Despite a poor batting performance on the resumption, the bowlers bounced backed to take seven wickets and leave PNG on 166-7. However, their star batsman Asad Varla is still at the crease on 104no, and he has to be removed if 1st innings points are to be gained. Boyd Rankin celebrated his competitive return to the team with two wickets and some tight bowling.
Summary-
IRELAND 289 all out (104.4 overs, N O'Brien 63, G Wilson 48, P Stirling 42, E Joyce 35, G Dockrell 24, A McBrine 23, N Vanua 5-59)
PAPUA NEW GUINEA 166/7 (76 overs, A Vala 104*, J Vare 22, T Murtagh 3-30, B Rankin 2-16, C Young 2-36)

Solid if unspectacular start by Ireland in their ICC InterContinental Cup match at Tony Ireland Stadium, Townsville, Day 1 of 4

IRELAND 232/5 (85 overs, N O'Brien 63, G Wilson 48, P Stirling 42, E Joyce 35, K O'Brien 19*, N Vanua 2-47)

Kevin O'Brien and Andy McBrine at the wicket on the re-start. Their partnership could be very important although the return of Boyd Rankin to the attack is eagerly awaited.

Bumper . met James only few times but seen him play lots and is excellent player and totally agree that he is going be very good captain and wish him and team our support from Dundrum cc. The hard working junior committee are sorting out schedule to go into eight primary schools and three secondary to coach cricket for eight weeks with finals day at the meadow in Dundrum in june (no high tides) and that is the main reason we have signed Indian Prem Ahire who was out of contract to help with this ambitious program .Dundrum have now seven coaches all level one passed and three level two coaches as we push on with rebuilding the club from the bottom up .The club wil take junior sides for the third year running going to the UK and under 13 and 11 squads will go to Dublin as its great experiance and shows that even a small junior club can provide great chances for kids to enjoy the great game of cricket. PS SAM if we can get sumone as good and driven as James Shannon Dundrum cc will be well pleased