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Jeff

TCC know the work DCC are doing and in the correct areas - keep it up.

The key message that came out of the NCU roadshow that I was at, was FLEXIBILITY.

Rules should allow more flexibility for teams to actually get matches played.
How about this....... default overs is 50 overs but if both captains and teams are happy to reduce on the day - then let's play.

This is what happens in junior leagues and it seems to suit most.

Armagh CC proposed 40 overs as a rule change a few years back as they said their research said most players at a variety of clubs they spoke to, wanted it - yet the NCU AGM voted against it.
Allowing this flexible rule might allow the captains and players to make the decision based on the vagaries of the day.
Ok, not all teams will want to reduce but if there are teams out there who do - at least the flexible option is there.

By the way - no shame in not getting a team out- as you said - nobody died - you are doing lots of other good stuff and it will all fall into place as you love the game.

regards
Andy

On the back of the hardest season in my 45 years playing Dundrum cc didnt field a first team in 52 years in the NCU league and received bit criticisim some rightly so and some ridiculous from people that are getting paid to play the game that i love and do for free .Dundrum as anyones knows started with overseas professional 7 years ago to rebuild the club from the bottom up and now have minis u11/13/15/17 teams that have been quite successful and the only club in the NCU that have last three years went on tour to the UK and will again next year .The club has been excellent in trying to promote the game of cricket and went too six primary schools and three seondary school in both sides of the community and ran eight week course with finals days FREE OF CHARGE .The club has also this year got in Defibrillator and elecric to the scorebox for bowling machine practice and broadband all around the meadow and extended the boundary to play u15 games on grass wickets . So trust me we will keep pushing to strengthen our fine club and anyone that knows me or my fine Dundrum cc we will get there and yes im still annoyed on the back of a great tour that on black saturday and other sports started we let the NCU and Templepatrick down but no one died ,we are in tough sporting times as soccer /hockey/gaa and golf are feeling the same struggles . But as one person who loves 50 over games it beggars belief that we cant try 40 over games to try and get young and old wanted to play more and if not successful after one season we can revert back at any time but for me its a must TRY in section two at least try for the game we all love to improve the involvement of people that are fed up with the long day .Yes there is lot teams real strong and want 50 overs but far bigger ammount young players that simply are quitting after playing thru schools and youth cricket .PS WON 1420£ FRIDAY night but went to bed feeling sick that i couldnt get team out so people that are slagging aint got CLUE HOW MUCH PRIDE I HAVE IN THE LOVE OF CRICKET .

Dundrum cricket club went to Shropshire after visting Ayr the previous two years and played three games and another that got rained off in the three day trip that finished with a superb day at paintballing .Dundrum u-18 tour took 13 players and Tour manager Paddy Hutley Dave Williams scorer and coach Jeff Maguire and it was very well organised from the moment they arrived at George Best airport although how Jack Taylor could blame his dad for heading to the wrong airport beggars belief . The flight took 45 mins and 35 to get the kits bags then was off to St Georges in Telford and it was strange that after being on the go for 7 hours that they chose to bat even tho the wicket was a belter and it backfired as the captain Terry Hutley went for a duck 4th ball and when Asif Hassan 3 for 9 got both Greg Hutley 4 and Eoin Moag 5 with the score 32 for 3 of 8 overs it was looking like the strong senior team was far too good for them. Jack Taylor started positively as did Matthew Porter both cracking boundaries as Dundrum seemed intent on going after the bowling in the 30 over game that they would regret as 14 overs went unused.The home side had mixture off seniors and youth and it was young spinner Nathen Kelly that ripped out middle order with 3 for 28 just when Matthew Porter was well set with 28 including 5 boundaries and Jack Taylor 16 .but Matthew Dougherty showed that the tail could wag with 20 priceless runs as Dundrum scored 101 which was poor effort on the best wicket you could bat on and the fact 14 overs left was not lost on the coach hence he would have bowled first after the early travelling . St Georges opened with the hard hitting experianced indian Bobby Gill but when the other opener was out after Harry Hitchens hit middle stump first ball and it was just what the villagers needed as they fought back to reduce the home side to 32 for 5 with Greg Stewart best bowler on tour was on the money with 2 wickets and three maidens and Eoin Moag getting two wickets for 19 .The home side captain Sam Morgan who plays for first eleven and is a very high class stylish batsman went about the job of chasing the last 50 required with a classy 27not out including two big sixes and two boundaries with Matthew Porter and Jack Taylor getting the last two wickets to fall with St Georges winning by 3 wickets in the 27th over. The next game was a 15 over bash with everyone having a bowl and both openers scored half centurys with Bobby Gill looking a decent player and captain Sam Morgan 25 with 144 the total and when rain stopped play Dundrum had reached 44 for 3 with Matthew Dougherty 16 not out they had excellent tea and off to the cinema and prepare for two games the next day . The next day as it was in Scotland they seemed less tired and more prepared they got very good start with Jack Taylor 32 and Harry Hitchens16 and Matthew Porter 21 but it was the captain Terry Hutley batting six and brother Greg at nine that upped the tempo with 66 runs coming in the last five overs with some very attacking shots from both Terry was not out on 40 and Greg 34 out trying to repeat another big six as Dundrum posted a useful target of 178 for 7 in 20 overs Callum Watson a very good young 14 year old bowling quick with late swing as the 6 feet 3 inch lad bowls for Shropshire 3 for 27 he was the pick of the St Georges attack . Dundrum knew to win they would have get the home sides talisman Sam Morgan out early and they got worst possible start as third ball Harry Hichens had to retire injured . but Stuart Campbell got Morgan but it was a very good diving catch by Eoin Moag as wicket keeper and Jack Taylor and Greg Stewart both got wickets with the total 28 for 3 in six tidy overs .Dundrum were content on keeping the hard hitting Bobby Gill on the bench as they seemed to avoid a few catches and run outs . but Indian all rounder Awais Arif 29 batted well with Alex Thornton 21 late runs came from from Callum Watson with 21 not and Bobby Gill as both hoisted couple big sixes each they scored 135 for 6 in 20 overs to give the team a good boost winning by 42 with many thanks to captain Sam Morgan who got players from other clubs .

T20 PINK BALL MUSIC PUMPING AND BARBEQUE AT MADELEY CC

Dundrum travelled the short distance to play Madeley in there last game and it was to be a night to remember as the pink ball was unreal the difference at night time and it was new format that was good as 15 eight ball overs they got great start as Stuart Campbell who has had superb year with bat and ball he hit some cracking shots to every part of one the oldest cricket grounds in England as 51 runs came in 4 overs with Stuart 26 and Jack Taylor 12. and Matthew Porter the shot of the tour with massive strainght six out the ground 18 . Madelley had a very quick bowler in Nutting but he simply bowled far to short but at 63 for 3 of six overs the game turned to Dundrum as there captain Terry Hutley batting at five produced a superb knock againest good bowling with 70 not out in 40 balls playing some cracking aggressive shots with 103 coming in 9 overs he got good support from Eoin Moag as they reached 167 for 6 and with lots boundaries the music added to the good crowds excitement .Dundrum bowled very good line and length Eoin 2 for 13 and man of the match Terry 2 for 21 Tom Clinton batted well for the home side 34 and one of the best catches ive seen was taken by the best fielder on tour Eoin Moag as bad light stopped play with Madeley on 87 for 7 with only 3 overs left but it was definitley the right decision to bring the players off . The players were treated to a superb barbeque and already theres plans for a T20 three team competition next year.The tour was superbly set up for cricket and fun and was a great success and many thanks to both excellent hosts St Georges and Madeley cricket clubs .

Player of the tour Terry Hutley with excellant average of 112
Best bowler Greg Stewart
Best Fielder Eoin Moag
Players player Matthew Dougherty
Coaches player Eoin Moag outstanding wicket keeping superb catching and bowling .

Great game at Chambers Park on Sunday.Thanks to Alan Chambers for keeping the cricket flag flying in Portadown. The feeling is that a return to the NCU in some form is not far of. Thanks Maxine for serving up a wonderful after the match meal.

dundrum match was called off so playing for muckamore thirds v holywood 2s very pleasantly surprised to see official umpires at our game in junior three and I actually got an lbw decision go my way haha but on a more serious note I really appreciate those that give up their time to officiate as it often goes unsung the work they put into the beautiful game many thanks to all of them

Well done Monaghan cc!!
2016 winners of the border shield.
A fantastic match at Chambers park, brilliant cricket, great weather, and a visit from NCU chairman!
A big day out enjoyed by all, and the tea was superb -

SAM DELUDED was poor choice word but 40%clubs are strong and imo rest are struggling i love 100 overs but ive spoke to a serious ammout young and old players from lots clubs very few agree on that its good cricket . I just for the love the game would like see change for the youth and seniors and why not try for one season if clubs dont think success revert back ?. I personally think the standards are slipping and i say again every section should only vote on what there club needs not the way the present vote is ?Not many have got good younger side than yous and no reason why you cant go up section one but dont think 40 overs will hinder that .After my proudest week in 45years playing taking 13 players u 18 on tour too Shropshire for three day tour which was superb first T20 with PINK BALL far better viewing for everyone music pumping boundarys and wickets great craic . Tonight im at one my saddest as Dundrum cant field a tean for the first time in the LEAGUE in 50 odd years due to combination black sat/tennants festival/rugby/soccer /work and family day add in lack commitment to travel play long day (although if we bat first not so long )but i can only see lot more drifting away as Andy Nixon put excellent article up ulster cricketer . At least Sam you team made me smile and i won 1420£ tonight but calling the game off hurt me more than winning lot money so apoligies too Templepatrick and the umpires and the NCU . PS ive funnier section two team Dundrum invisible eleven

Re: Jeff

I don't think it's deluded of anyone to think that senior cricket should be 50 overs. At Cregagh our 1st XI prefer 50 over cricket, and as a club aiming to enter section 1, it would make what is already a challenge to stay in that section 1 more difficult when the team coming up are confronted with a different format of cricket.

This highlights the value of the recent clubs meetings, in that a universal consensus never exists, and the opinion of every club in a section needs to accounted for before assuming there is a call for overs changes

On a lighter note, in the spirit of subjective Section 2 teams being posted, I offer mine

1. L Moore (Cregagh)
2. M Simpson (Cregagh)
3. R Moore (Cregagh)
4. S Nelson (Cregagh)
5. A Johnston (Cregagh)
6. M Johnston (Cregagh)
7. C MacDonald (Cregagh)
8. A Beattie (Cregagh)
9. G Hassard (Cregagh)
10. A Skelton (Cregagh)
11. C Rae (Cregagh)

12th Man - J Terrett (Cliftonville)

Just wondering who are the oldest cricketers still active on the playing side.

Andy Nixon article abbreviated by Ed...

WELL SAID and unless we start listening to what 90% below the premier we are heading for lots lorse clubs and players quitting the game we all love . Dundrum will be proposing 40 overs in section TWO and one re arrangement over 31days as a T20 (hoping that its midweek to get sundays back to to family life ). Cricket Ireland paid people dont agree as they cant rock the boat but over 60 clubs have been lost in over 50 years as i can prove and it wont end there if we dont move with the times ) . Its not just cricket as over 60 hockey clubs have gone ask Peter Woods . Golf clubs are struggling bigtime . Ivan Mcombe and Andy Mcrea who i RESPECT BIGTIME are deluded if they think clubs and players below PREMIER want 100 over cricket .

MY SECTION 2 TEAM

1 Johhny Terret Cliftonville
2 Davy Munn Cliftonville Capt
3 James Cunningham Dundrum
4 Stuart Nelson Cregagh
5 Joel Maguire Dundrum
6 Philip McCormick Holywood
7 Baber Khan Laurelvale
8 Kyle Walsh Holywod
9 Ross Bryans Templepatrick
10 Jay Hunter Templepatrick
11 Chandra Shekar Cooke /collegians

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Micheal Burns Laurelvae

Border Cricket League Final
Portadown Taverners V Monaghan cc
Sunday 28th August 2016
2:30pm
Chambers Park

After some good natured abuse from my friends at cliftonville on sat, and because I am Currently sitting in a holiday inn in Runcorn with not much else to do, I have updated my section 2 player rankings.
The purpose of this is a bit of fun and to highlight the talent that is on display in this division that often goes unnoticed.
With only a few games to go there is all to play for. Maybe I should fashion some sort of trophy.
Anyway without further ado the latest top 10 is as follows

1) J Terret- Cliftonville
2) R Bryans- Templepatrick
= M McCord- Cliftonville
4) J Cunningham- Dundrum
5) P McCormick- Holywood
= M Ajmal - Laurelvale
7) K Walsh- Holywood
8) C Shekar - Cooke Collegians
= S Nelson- Cregagh
10) B Talbot- Millpark

I reckon even I could captain that team to a few wins!!

Muckamore CC Golf Day:

Friday 16th September @ Hilton Golf Club Templepatrick. £40 a head includes bacon roll and coffee on arrival, 18 holes and BBQ after the golf.

Prizes for Longest Drive
Closest to the Pin
Individual Prizes
Team Prizes

Please contact Sandra Prentice to book -

Phone - 07765014306
Email - sandra_prentice@hotmail.co.uk

NOMINATIONS FOR DIRECTORATES

To give some idea of the commitment. The Directorates themselves meet around 7-8 times per year. Tend to be around 2 hours per meeting, generally at Shaw's Bridge. Newbie's are made very welcome and generally not overburdened with additional works. From the Domestic Directorate point of view we have sub committeees such as the Competitions and Youth crciket. The former again meets 6-7 times per year (tend to be shorter meetings) and the latter twice.

We are always on the lookout for new blood. The desire indicated on the forum and at our club meetings for greater representation for youth is very welcome. The various Directorates also have the power to co-opt members. I would be very keen to have younger members on board. I think that you would find its not a collection of stuffed shirts brinking G&T reminiscing about the good old days.

In addition we would be keen to hear from people willing to take on less demanding roles such as section secretarries for adult and youth cricket. Can be a good way of dipping your toe in the water.

I know that I cannot speak with great authority for 25 year olds, for women or other non middle aged white anglo saxons - but am very happy to be informed.

I have said before - THIS IS YOUR NCU - get involved!