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The 2012 IACUS Annual Conference will be hosted by NIACUS on Saturday 18th February 2012 at Stormont. A warm invitation is open to all cricketers and supporters to attend this day which promises to be of interest to many. Guest speakers include Dr Mark Elliott, a sports psychologist who has provided advice and guidance to Belfast Giants and several major sports stars from the province. We also have Paddy O'Hara giving a talk on boundary assessments and two workshops that will feature preparation and routines. In between the AGM of IACUS will take place. So if you fancy a chance to broaden your insight into the game why not come along? If interested please contact me at jonathan.lyttle@nihe.gov.uk
The annual NIACUS Umpire Training Course is due to take place on the weekend of 3rd to 5th February 2012. This course will provide potential umpires or interested parties with the first step towards becoming a Cricket Umpire and is facilitated by Keith Smith and Alan Neill. We would appeal to all clubs to consider providing at least one person to attend as our pool of umpires requires new members each year. Clubs need to consider that if they wish to have umpires at their fixtures each week that we require people to complete courses. The added advantage of qualifying is the opportunities for umpires with several members of NIACUS alread on the ICC Europe list and Mark Hawthorne becoming a member of the Elite list in 2011. There are many doors open for those who wish to progress. So if you interested please forward your name to Keith Smith or Jonathan Lyttle as soon as possible.
Very sad to hear of the passing of Ivan Reid. A great groundsman and a great character. Condolences to all the Reid family circle at this sad time.
Rest in Peace Ivan Reid - a real character, gentleman & quality Umpire - gone too soon.
sorry to hear of the passing of ivan reid he would never pass you by without stopping for chat thoughts are with ivans family at this sad time.
Briilliant Ryan cheers.
Very sad to hear of the passing of Ivan, was a true gentleman on and off the cricket pitch. Sincere condolences to the Reid family from all at Muckamore CC.
Taito - thanks for the clarification
Woodvale Indoor Cricket 6s Shankill Leisure Centre
15th Jan 1pm in partnership with Boom Boom
The Indoor Sixes competition is back with hosts Woodvale / Inst/ North Down/ Nomads/ Saintfield / Muckamore set to take part over 5 Sundays Jan 15/29
Feb 12/19/26 with more action for juniors on 4th March.
In its secod year the tournament supported by Belfast City Council and Boom Boom hosts matches at 2/3/4pm each week.
Teams are asked to be present this Sunday at 1pm at Shankill LC.
Re Ivan Reid
A real character and true gentleman.
Ivan was always available to discuss,argue with and even agree with on occassions on matters associated to the game of cricket [particularly wicket preparation].
Many a lengthy yarn I have had with him down at the Demense [winter and summer] on the less important worldy issues like the economy,Europe,local and international politics,business management,conflict resolution etc etc.
Ivan,you will be missed at Saintfield Cricket Club.
My Sincere Sympathy to his wife and family.
IVAN REID
It was sad to learn of the passing of Ivan Reid, a doyen groundsman and former umpire. Ivan was one of the most genuine characters in local cricket and loved to talk about the game and its many facets. In his heyday he was rated the best groundsman around and the fine pitches he produced at the Meadow vindicated his lofty status and helped make Downpatrick an international venue. He was also a willing consultant at other grounds and many clubs owed Ivan a lot for getting their grounds shipshape. For some years he was also a friendly and popular umpire and loved nothing better than the fun and camaraderie of a cricket game. Above all, he was a lovely man.
Rest in Peace.
Clarence Hiles
Editor
The Officers and Members of NIACUS wish to express their most sincere sympathy to family and friends of the late Ivan Reid who has sadly passed away. Ivan was a respected member of NIACUS for many years and stood in at least one international fixture during his umpiring days. He will be sadly missed by many and our thoughts and prayers are with his family and Downpatrick Cricket Club at this time.
RIP Ivan Reid, true gentleman and loved a story, some absolute crackers i have heard over the years. He will be missed by all at downpatrick cricket club and further afield.
Andy, i think you are confusing ivan with ivan reid the umpire from donaghadee. Different guys
I am shocked to learn of Ivan's death. As I posted earlier, I met him on the Friday before Christmas and we talked about how he was progressing. Not only groundsman & umpire but a fine bowler for the 'Dee. My sincere sympathy goes to his family.
Hi Neil,
You should have received an email by now from Ray Palmer (Woodvale). Starts this Sun. Call me if you need info.
Sad news on the death yesterday of Ivan Reid Downpatrick groundsman and ex umpire and more importantly a gentleman who always had time for chat or offer friendly advice . The funeral is at Bright Parish Church 2pm wednesday . RIP Ivan
