Wiseton Cricket Club - Inside Edge - June 1997.
Inside Edge 2
June 1997
Volume 1, Issue 2
In this issue you will find reviews for all the cricket matches played
since issue 1. Arthur Staves has written an article on Wiseton in
the Bassetlaw League. Part 1 details all the events leading up to
that first game in 1992 against Creswell.
Our Australian friends at Echuca South CC tell us about how their cricket
competitions are played and Echuca South player Steve Thompson is
happy to answer any questions you may have on cricket in Australia.
Have a go also at our prize Wordsearch competition, Daran Hewitt will donate
a prize of either wine or beer to the winner.
Come to the Wiseton BBQ on the 2nd & 10th of August at the Brewers
Arms Clayworth. ADZ
Saturday Fixtures
28th June, Harthill Away
5th July, Pilsley, Home
12th July, Teversal, Home
19th July, Lea Park, Away
26th July, Pilsley, Away
Wiseton v Harthill
By Arthur Staves
A much better performance by a still under strength Wiseton team.
Simon Cox claimed four victims with catches behind the stumps. George
Platts making his return to the team bowled very well to take 4 for 23
of 9 overs, it could have been five wickets had it not been for a dropped
catch in the final over from Jack Bell.
Jack Bell made the highest score so far this season with 45 not out and
Nev Carter again made more than 30 but was out caught, once again hitting
the ball in the air too much. Richard staves again disappointed with
22 when he looked set to make a big score.
On this performance a win should not be far away.
M.O.M: George Platts
Wiseton v Treeton Welfare
Rain had been falling all morning which almost led to the game being called
off, but it cleared up and the game against one of our old rivals Treeton
Welfare survived.
Wiseton welcomed back Richard Ambler and a new player in the form of Javid
Rashid who was making his debut for Wiseton. Richard Ambler was soon
in the thick of the action but his rustiness in the field showed as he
dropped three difficult chances that cost him 60p on his return, not to
be outdone Scott Hunter joined in by dropping two. Ryan Stubbins
again bowled well but went unrewarded, Kay with some indifferent bowling
picked up two wickets as did Barker, but it was left to David Pike and
Nev Carter to bowl the remaining overs, Pike claiming figures of 2 for
17 and Carter 3 for 35 as Treeton finished their innings on 159 for 9.
In reply Wiseton started well enough with Ian Mather making 14, Carter
19 and debutante Javid showing some keen running during his innings
of 37. David Pike made 17 but then a famous Wiseton collapse took
place as the next 7 wickets went for next to nothing including a hat trick
for one of the Treeton youngsters, although Matt Howcroft can count himself
unlucky to be given out LBW on the hat trick ball as it was felt by many
that he clearly hit the ball. Wiseton were eventually bowled out
for 105.
Once again it was the batting that let Wiseton down but it will be strengthened
with the return of Daran Hewitt for the game against Centralians.
M.O.M: Javid Rashid
Crossword Winner
A poor response to the crossword meant only 2 correct entries in last moths
competition, and the bottle of wine goes to Mrs Helen Pike who's name was
first out of the hat.
Hello from Australia, the country with a proud but slipping grasp
of the Ashes.
While Mike Athurton's team was dishing it up to the Aussies in the one-dayers
and the first Test, Echuca South's cricketers have been busy setting up
our new practice area, located at our ground. Three new nets have
been constructed, a new scoreboard is underway, and the clubrooms have
been fully renovated. All is set for a bright start to season 1997-98.
Unfortunately we've had some bad news. Our Grade A Captain from last
season, Ian Quanchi, has been forced to resign as skipper for this coming
season for personal reasons. This means we are currently on the look-out
for a new captain-ordinarily the job would go to the vice captain but as
he (me!) is travelling to Africa and England in January, the club will
have to look further afield. My trip comes first!!
Perhaps its fitting to say a few words about Ian, as he is something of
a character. He came to us from a Melbourne sub-district club Camberwell
(now a fully fledged VCA club after merging with Collingwood, which is
captained by Matthew Elliot.) Ian is a policeman by profession,
which makes it hard driving around town-he has a reputation of pulling
up club members to 'check their driver's licence', then stand at the side
of the road talking cricket for a half-hour.
Two seasons ago he scored 223 from 165 balls, which was the highest individual
score in the history of our club, and also the association (although someone
has since scored a triple century.) Like all batsman he fancies himself
as a bit of a bowler, sending down 'off spinners' with absolutely nothing
on them. He is ice captain, but as he (me!!) is travelling to Africa
and England in January, the club will constantly telling us he has mastered
the art of 'reverse spin' or 'spinning it Irish', and in response to this
we decided to nickname him 'Hetro'(straight just like his bowling.)
Before I go, a bit about our competition. Echuca South is one of
11 clubs in the Campaspe Cricket Association, which covers a large area
on the border northern Victoria and southern New south Wales. We
play 14 rounds per year, nine of these being two-day matches (80 overs
per side played over two Saturdays) and five one-dayers (40 overs per side.)
The only Sunday cricket played is representative cricket, where players
can represent the league against other competitions-quite a few of our
players take part in this.
Until next time, the best of luck to all players in coming league, friendly
and mid week matches.
Steve Thompson
Echuca South Cricket Club
Chairman's View
By the time this newsletter is out, Wiseton's new Scorebox will have been
completed. We are grateful to Margaret Carter and Neville Carter
in particular and others including Dr Raine who have sponsored this development.
The box is dedicated to the memory of Gerry Carter, Chairman of Wiseton
C.C and worker "extraordinaire". Margaret is to be asked to 'open'the
scorebox in due course. I.T.M
Sunday Fixtures
29th June, Tudor, Away,
6th July, TBA, Away,
13th July, Nomads, Home,
20th July, Gamecox, Home
27th July, Trentside, Home
Police are on the look out for a tall, balding, ginger haired man
who was seen suspiciously loading bags of compost into the back of
a very dodgy looking vehicle in Thorne.
Police say he is only dangerous when he has a bat in his hand, but as any
Wiseton player will tell you the bat is not in his hands long enough this
season to cause any sort of danger!!!!!
Sound like anybody we know???Mr Bell??
Wiseton v Marshalls
A disappointing batting display cost Wiseton what should have been a first
victory in the Burton & Dyson Evening League. After bowling Marshalls
out for 54 Wiseton collapsed to a shocking 44 all out.
Once again Richard Staves was the top batsman for Wiseton with 21 and was
the only player to reach double figures as G Bell, Hewitt and Hunter all
went for ducks. Graham and Richard Bell were the pick of the Wiseton
Bowlers finishing with figures of 3 for 14 and 2 for 21 respectively.
M.O.M: Richard Staves
Come to the Wiseton Cricket Club BBQ and Disco on
Saturday 2nd of August
&
Sunday 10th of August
at the
Brewers Arms, Clayworth
Starts at around 8pm
after the home games against
Everton and Bayfield
All food provided
Wiseton v Corringham
9 man Wiseton fought well in this match to reach a score of 121 with a
good opening partnership that saw 50 on the board after only 4 overs from
Graham Bell and Nev Carter. Jack Bell playing his first game for
almost 5 years also chipped in with 15 so to Richard Staves with 34.
In reply Corringham batted well and although Wiseton bowled and fielded
well but the gaps in the field caused by the loss of two fielders took
their toll and Corringham ham secured victory in the last over. Carter
picked up 2 for 12 and Jack Bell 1 for 23 A good performance though by
an under strength Wiseton and a first victory can not be far away.
M.O.M: Jack Bell
PRIZE Wordsearch
Competition
Daran Hewitt has created a Wordsearch for this months competition
with 1st prize being either wine or beer depending on your taste.
Hand your completed entries to Daran or Adam.
Wiseton v Ollerton
By Arthur Staves
Wiseton had to bring in two debutantes, Mike Potts playing his first
match for two years and 16 year old Robert Needham as a last minute substitute
for this bank holiday fixture. At 86 for 6 Ollerton may have been
out for a low score but they finally made 138 all out. Jack Bell
took 4 for 43 and Graham Bell 4 for 30.
Once again the batting failed only Nigel 'Jack' Bell making any impression
with 31. No Wiseton player has made 50 so far this season in the
league, a very disappointing start, the potential is there in any of the
first 6 or 7 batsman but it is beginning to look as though every match
is now a relegation battle. 107 is again a low score for a side that
does have quality players.
M.O.M: Jack Bell
Wiseton v Nuttall
By David Barker
10 man Wiseton won the toss and chose to field on what was a showerey summers
day.
A steady opening partnership saw Nuttall reach 50 without loss, the only
chance, a difficult one, was put down by Nev Carter. Golden arm David
Barker came on to bowl an soon bought both openers wickets and finished
with figures of 3 for 45. Nuttall scored quickly throughout the innings
with all batsman contributing. Both Adam Kay with 4 for 53 and Ryan
Stubbins with 3 for 47 picked up wickets in the latter overs when Nuttall
were trying to push the score on, which they did and eventually finished
with 213 all out.
Ian Mather with a steady 16 and Nev Carter shared a 50 partnership to start
the Wiseton run chase. Carter's innings ended when on 71 he hit out
and was caught. Captain Hewitt scored a brisk 24 which included a
massive straight six onto the Hall lawn. 93Jonty 93 Fawcett managed
his highest score of the season with 9 in his handy partnership with Hewitt.
Wiseton ended 42 runs short of the Nuttall total with Extras managing the
2nd highest score with 42.
M.O.M:
Nev Carter
Wiseton v Misterton
Wiseton recorded their first Evening League victory with a win over local
rivals Misterton. After bowling Misterton out for 115, the wickets
being shared between Barker and Carter, the Wiseton innings started badly
when Jaimie Sumner was out for a duck to a ball that kept low on what was
a very unpredictable wicket. It wasn't until the pairing of Richard
Bell and Richard Staves came together that the Wiseton run chase really
took off with Bell reaching 21 and Staves eventually reaching his fifty
when he hit the winning runs with a ball to spare. A good victory
which saw Richard Staves at last hitting some form which will hopefully
carry on through into the Bassetlaw League on Saturday.
M.O.M: Richard Staves
Wiseton v Cottam
A Friday cup match meant many Wiseton regulars were unavailable but Wiseton
still managed a victory which put them into the next round of the cup.
Cottam chose to bat first and made 96 with Captain Carter taking 2 for
8 in his 4 over spell. The Cottam batsman chose to take on the bowling
of the unfortunate Simon Cox who was hit for 45 off of his 3 overs.
The Wiseton openers of Jamie Sumner and Bill Henton set about the Cottam
bowlers, Sumner making 17 and Henton a beautiful 41 before being run out.
The father and son partnership of Chris and David Benson hit the winning
runs which put Wiseton into the next round of the cup.
M.O.M: Bill Henton
Wiseton v R.H.P
By Arthur Staves
R.H.P completed the double over Wiseton. Once again Wiseton made
a low score of 104, Richard Staves making 26, Ian Ambler 22 and David Pike
10. These being the only players to reach double figures, each player
batting for over 1 hour.
In reply N Thompson hit many shots in the air before being caught by Kay
for 42 off the bowling of Graham Bell. Jack Bell bowled well his
17 overs cost 38 runs for 4 wickets. Graham Bell and Ian Ambler both
took a wicket but 104 was too small a total to give the bowlers a real
chance.
M.O.M: Richard Staves
Wiseton v Teversal
By Arthur Staves
On a small and high scoring ground at Teversall, the home side made 222
for 5 in their 46 overs.
Although heavy rain fell at times play was not interrupted. George
Platts took most wickets with 2 for 52 and David Pike bowled well in his
5 overs with figures of 1 for 15.
In reply Richard Staves tried to hold the Wiseton batting together with
a good innings of 61, Daran Hewitt made a valuable 35, but it was left
to John Sumner (20no) and George Platts (11no) to save the match for Wiseton
and obtain maximum batting points. Wiseton finished their innings on 180
for 9 but we still have no wins so far this season.
M.O.M: Richard Staves
Wiseton v Lea Park
Wiseton were lucky to be playing this match at all due to the fact it had
not stopped raining all day but it was a good job they did as a second
victory in the league has boosted our chances of staying in Division 2.
Once again Wiseton were reduced to 9 men but it didn't seem to make much
difference as a good display in the field by Gourlay and Staves and bowling
from Barker, Bell, Sumner and Kay meant Lea reached a score of 105 for
5 in their 14 overs.
In reply Wiseton only lost the one wicket as they cruised to victory, that
of Jaimie Sumner, but not before he had made a powerful 68. It was
left to Nev Carter to hit the winning runs which he did in style by hitting
a huge six towards the pavilion. In the previous over Nev almost
managed a six with his bat. When he tried to pull a short ball the
bat left his hands and travelled 25yards through the air and came to rest
just behind square leg.
M.O.M: Jamie Sumner
Background and Policy
It was in 1877 that the first cricket matches were played at Wiseton.
27 years later the Bassetlaw League was founded (1904) an it composed of
11 teams. Wiseton continued to play friendly cricket until at the
annual general meeting of 1991 it was proposed to enter the Bassetlaw League
for the season 1992. It was said at that meeting that various members
said 93They may be able to attract better players to the club94 but the
then President, the late Geoff Spinks said,
93It is your club, you want to play in the league, enter a team as you
are and achieve whatever level you can.94 This has been the policy
ever since but still playing the probable best players in the Bassetlaw
team. It is a members club where players however good their cricketing
prowess may be are still expected to help maintain the high standard of
the ground and of the running of the club.
It was ironic that the first game should be played against Creswell, a
founder member of the League and having their final season in the League.
The players who took part in this historic match were, G Bell, D Pike (72
not out) , N Carter, R Staves, N Bell, S Cox, D Brown, D Young, S Ogle,
G Platts, P Snowball, so Wiseton started their Bassetlaw League career
in Division 1 Section F with a win. As can be seen 7 players who
played in that opening game still play regular in the Bassetlaw side.
As in all clubs members leave and others retire but still go on to serve
the club, new members appear and the spirit lives on, long may the club
continue in good health, friendship and good sportsmanship.
Wiseton v Roses
Wiseton were the underdogs for this cup quarter final but it didn't show
as they trounced Roses with good all round performances from every member
of the team. Jack Bell was man of the match after his fine batting
and bowling display, 17 with the bat and 1 for 21 with the ball on a difficult
wicket, one other notable event took place during Jacks innings and that
was to was to end up being run out by Bill Henton which is a major
achievement in itself!!. Carter (38)and Sumner(17) put on an opening
stance of 51 as Wiseton made a total of 97 for 7.
Roses in reply made 70 for 7 in their 16 overs, Richard Bell and Adam Kay
taking two wickets apiece. Chris Benson and Jack Bell bowled well
in the latter stages to restrict Roses run scoring.
The draw was not kind to Wiseton as they now face a difficult away game
against Retford in the quarter final. The best of luck to all those
involved.
M.O.M: Jack Bell
Wiseton v Cuckney
By Arthur Staves
At last a win for Wiseton even though a winning draw. Batting first
on a difficult wicket softened by overnight thunderstorms they made 138
for 62, Richard Staves was again Wiseton's top batsman with 35, Nev Carter
looked in good form until he misjudged a straight ball and was promptly
bowled for 23. David Pike (17), Jack Bell (15) and Daran Hewitt (14no)
all made useful contributions to the Wiseton score.
When Cuckney batted they were always behind the run rate, Nigel 93Jack94
Bell bowled very well, after bowling 21 overs his figures were 12 maidens
6 for 20 unfortunately his last two overs conceded 22 runs. David
Pike bowled well, 5 overs 1 for 25, these figures would have been
much better and could have even won the game as terrible fielding with
dropped catches and missed stumpings made it a comedy of errors!!
Lets hope this side of the game improves and a winning sequence takes the
club further up the league.
M.O.M: Jack Bell
Name: David Pike
Age:33
Club Status: Top order batsman, Spin Bowler and Wicket Keeper.
Club Nickname: Pikey
How long have you been a player at Wiseton?
Since 1976
What attracted you to Wiseton?
Wiseton used to play in Mattersey where I lived at the time and I used
to go and watch and then ended up playing for them.
What game stands out in your mind?
My first hundred, 133 in 1988
& 103 in 1990 v Tudor.
Which players did you look up to when you joined?
Ray Edwards as he was a gentleman and gave me lots of encouragement.
How do you see Wiseton developing in the future?
We need to encourage more young players to join the club and give them
the opportunities to play in big games.
I want Wiseton to carry on being Wiseton for many years to come,
in that I want it to be successful and have plenty of good players but
also to keep its family togetherness and good humour.
Who is your cricketing hero?
Pro: Derrick Randall
Wiseton: Ray Edwards
Most admired current player at Wiseton?
Daran Hewitt because of his attitude towards people.
Baz Martin because of his guts when he's batting and fielding.
What do you want Wiseton to achieve this season?
I hoped to win the league at the start of the season but now to stay in
1D. To score another hundred.
Funniest Moment?
Watching Paul Raine run for a ball down the hill at Hundall and then go
flying over a fence and entangling himself in barbed wire.
Wiseton v Basford
By Daran Hewitt
On a day when half the team were still recovering from the previous nights
festivities at Scott Hunters wedding, Wiseton played very well to record
their fourth win of the season. It was a lovely hot day and the opening
bowlers of Ryan Stubbins and Richard Bell both finding the conditions to
their liking with very economical spells, Stubbins picking up the only
wicket with his last ball. Dave Barker then came on to bowl and the
Golden Arm of Spin put in a devastating spell with figures of 8 overs,4
wickets for 10 runs. He had good support from Adam Kay who took 1
for 10 and Steve firth who wrapped up the innings taking 4 wickets for
17 runs leaving Baseford on 105 all out. David Pike returned to his
old and probably best position as wicket keeper and showed flashes of his
old self by taking two catches, but he also dropped two which meant the
dropped catch coffers swelled by 40 pence, ching ching!!
Carter and Pike opened the batting but it wasn't long before Pike was heading
back to the pavilion with a duck to his name and another 20 pence fine,
Ching Ching!!
Nev Carter received good support from both Kay and Fawcett as he made a
superb 51 before being caught of the bowling of Miller. It was left
to Ian Robinson and Richard Bell to hit the winning runs as Wiseton reached
Baseford's total with overs to spare.
M.O.M: Nev Carter and David Barker
Wiseton v Tudor
By Simon Pixsley
The day started badly for Wiseton when Daran Hewitt lost the toss which
meant Tudor chose to bat on a good wicket.Things got worse when David Pike
and Ian Robinson both dropped sharp chances from the Tudor opener, these
proved costly as he went on to make 104 in just 86 balls. Steve Firth
picked up to early wickets, Ryan Stubbins bowled beautifully but with no
luck to finish with figures of 8-3-16-0 and Simon Pixsley was economical
but with no luck. It looked as though Wiseton would be chasing a
huge target of around the 220 mark until Hewitt brought Kay and Pike on
to bowl the final overs which turned things around finishing with figures
of 3 for 46 and a brilliant 4 for 6 from David Pike. Roger 93Jonty94 Fawcett
took one of the best catches you are likely to see off the bowling
of Pike, a low diving catch at mid on which left most of the team speechless.
Not to be outdone Captain Hewitt also took a good low catch to dismiss
the opener who had made 104.
The Wiseton innings just went from bad to worse as the only person who
showed any type of resistance was Adam Kay with a resilient 21 off 85 balls
and was the last wicket to fall as Wiseton reached a score of only 58.
The only other batsman to reach double figures was Ian Mather with 10.
A bad day for Wiseton but its a long hot summer with plenty of games to
come that will bring better results for Captain Daran Hewitt.
M.O.M: Adam Kay
Wednesday Fixtures
2nd July, Retford, Home
4th July, Retford, Away
9th July, Marshals, Away
16th July,Corringham,Home
23rd July, Misterton, Home
400 Club - May
325-Re Draw,
315-A. Kyle
310 - G. Bell.
.June 22nd next draw
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