1993
AGM 29th October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Grant Strudley
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Geoff Paterson
Sunday X1 Captain: Gary Brooks
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
Sunday 2nd X1 Vice-Captain: David Pierce
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: No nominations
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, D Syckelmoore
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc together with Roger Tinson, Roger Gill, Michael Webster, Sheila Campbell, Brenda McDonald. Len Annakin did not wish to stand.
It was decided to purchase an outfield mower rather than pursue the installation of practice nets
Grant Strudley was to organise indoor net practice
Subscriptions were held at 1993 levels
The office of Team Secretary was discontinued
The Bob Skinner Trophy went to Joel Hanson and the Saturday 1st X1 award to Roy Strudley. Chris Mison took the Second X1 award. Paul Monger and Grant Strudley received the Sunday 1st X1 and Sunday 2nd X1 awards respectively. The McDonald trophy (Clubman of the Year) went to Steve Ayers
In Division 2 the First X1 finished fourth – with John Atkinson the leading batsman (346 runs at 28.83), supported by Andy Headford (375 runs at 23.43) and Adrian Sandland (259 runs at 21.58)
Tony Andrews topped the Divisional bowling with 25 wickets at 9.08. Steve Ayers offered good support his 25 wickets costing 15.00 apiece. Roy Strudley had kept wicket to his usual high standards
The Seconds finished third in Division 1 of the Second X1 competition. John Richardson hit 402 runs at 30.92, while Chris Mison took 37 opposition wickets at 15.14
The Sunday First X1 reported a successful, enjoyable season. No averages were available, while the Sunday Second X1 drew the majority of its games and used a total of 28 personnel
England were mauled by the touring Aussies. Graham Gooch resigned the captaincy after the Fourth Test, once the series was decided, and Mike Atherton led the side in the final two tests, winning the Sixth, at the Oval.
Graham Gooch given out 'handled the ball' v Australia
1994
AGM 28th October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Grant Strudley
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Grant Strudley
2nd X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Geoff Paterson
Sunday X1 Captain: Vacant
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain: David Pierce
Sunday 2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Vacant
Indoor Captain: Dave Pierce
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Sub-committee
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, D Syckelmoore, Andy Leather, Margaret Strudley
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc with exception of Mrs J Carter, A S J Critchell, J R Denton, Mrs A Pearson, T Pearson, R Reddish
A sad event was the death of Dave Syckelmoore’s father, Bob - for many years a supporter and vice-president.
Our storehouse/garage was broken into and the mowers stolen.
Extensions to the men’s toilet facilities were carried out.
The League had pronounced the ground and clubhouse ‘fit for Premier’ status
Another successful dinner and Dance was held.
The McDonald Trophy went to Jim Berry, while Jason Pratt received the Bob Skinner Trophy
Bar takings were down - largely due to only one game being played during September
Midway in Division Two was the final position for the First X1, a highlight being the 300-4 achieved versus Knowl Hill. The Seconds rose to Second in Division One of the Second X1 Competition – winning 7 and drawing 7 of their 17 matches and gaining promotion. Richard Weavers topped the League Division 2 batting table with 385 runs from nine innings including a knock of 106. (Average 55.00). Steve Clarke and Steve Ayers again figured highly in the League bowling table returning 24 wickets at 14.92 and 21 wickets at 20.90 respectively
For the Seconds, Joel Hanson scored 430 runs at an average of 39.09, ably supported by Jon Richardson (245/30.63) including a knock of 105
Brian Lara became the first player to score 500 in first class cricket
1995
AGM 27th October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Grant Strudley
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary:
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain:
2nd X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Grant Pratt
Sunday X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain: Grant Pratt
Sunday 2nd X1 Vice-Captain: David Pierce
Indoor Manager: David Pierce
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Sub-committee
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, D Syckelmoore, Margaret Strudley
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
In Division 2 of the Berkshire League the First X1 won its last 6 games - finishing runners-up and gaining promotion
Richard Weavers, Tony Andrews, Adrian sandland and Andy Headford had all batted consistently well. Danny Spence,
Steve Ayers, Tim J. Waite and Brian Sandland all took wickets at vital times
Mick Brewer reported a consolidating season for the Seconds - the side won 5 and lost 6, drawing 6
Jon Richardson topped the batting aided by Greg Hulse and Danny Griffiths
On Sunday the First X1had a good year - winning 9 and drawing 4 of its matches.Apart from averages everyone enjoyed another curry night.!
Dave Pierce reported a win at last for the Sunday Seconds, with Grant Pratt Player of the Year
England v West Indies at Lords realised £2m at the gate
1996
AGM 28th February 1997 elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary:
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Grant Pratt
Sunday X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain: Grant Pratt
Sunday 2nd X1 Vice-Captain: David Pierce
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Sub-committee
Umpires:
Committee: Paul Wallace, Martin Sandland, Margaret Strudley, Mick Brewer, Grant Strudley
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
The Saturday First X1 finished 5th, with batting honours being shared evenly among Richard Carter, Andy Headford, Danny Griffiths, Adrian (128no v Peppard) and Martin Sandland. Steve Clarke pocketed two Divisional bowling awards in May and July (8-38 v Peppard and 9-20 v Broadmoor)
The Saturday Seconds also finished fifth with Craig Strudley, Chris Mison and Sean Toman bowling well and Danny Griffiths topping the batting
Thirty nine players were used by the Sunday Firsts and a moderate season was experienced
For the Sunday Seconds, Grant Pratt reported an enjoyable season with Adrian Reed taking an 8-30 and Sean Toman contributing with both bat and ball
Steve Ayers was elected Club Member of the Year (The McDonald Trophy)
Improvements were made to the Gents Toilet and three social events had been successfully arranged.
The Club Tour to Wales, organised by Tim Jackson-Waite was enjoyed by all travelling members
The club's water bill had risen – ‘due to a larger pipe’
Subscription levels were held.
Hewlett-Packard took over from Touche Ross as sponsors of the Berkshire League
Last Test appearance of umpire Dickie Bird
World Cricket Cup held in India, Sri Lanka beating Australia by 7 wickets
1997
AGM 7th November elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Mick Brewer
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Chris Mison
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday X1 Captain: Danny Spence
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain:
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Sub-committee
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, Peter Pratt, Sarah Brewer
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
Saturday 1st XI finished strongly winning the last four matches, ending the season mid-table.
Saturday 2nd XI finished well and were safely in the Second X1 Premier League again next season
Sunday 1st XI : Martin Turvey reported a disappointing season
The Bob Skinner Trophy was again awarded to Grant Pratt
First Test to be decided on Duckworth/Lewis method (Zimbabwe v England)
First Floodlit Test Australia v New Zealand at Perth
1998
AGM 23rd October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Mick Brewer
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Chris Mison
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, Peter Pratt
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
Only Test to be abandoned due to dangerous pitch (West Indies v England) Kingston
South Africa won the Commonwealth Games Cricket Gold Medal
1999
AGM 22nd October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Mick Brewer
Treasurer: Jim Berry
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Chris Mison
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday X1 Captain: Danny Spence
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain:
Auditor: Geoff Dyer
Ground Manager: Sub-committee
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, Peter Pratt, Sarah Brewer
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
The First X1 finished 3rd in Division One of the Berkshire League. Danny Spence topped batting figures with good support on occasions from Steve Ayers, Adrian and Martin Sandland
Our Seconds won only two of its games in with the Second X1 Premier division. Jon Richardson and Alex Robbins headed the batting with David Jones and Geoff Paterson sharing the bowling honours.
For the Sunday X1 Mick Brewer reported 3 wins from four games. Adrian Sandland and Sean Spence starred with the bat
Sarah Brewer was awarded the McDonald Trophy
100,000 crowd watched India v Pakistan in Calcutta (Asian Test Championship)
Wasim Akram became the only Tast captain to achieve two test hat tricks
2000
AGM 27th October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Vacant
Secretary: Sarah Brewer
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Ist X1 Captain: Danny Spence
1st X1 Vice-Captain: Adrian Sandland
2nd X1 Captain: Chris Mison
2nd X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday X1 Captain: Danny Spence
Sunday X1 Vice-Captain: Mick Brewer
Auditor:
Ground Manager:
Umpires:
Committee: Martin Turvey, Martin Sandland, Peter Pratt, Sarah Brewer, Mick Brewer,
Steve Ayers, Adrian Sandland
Vice Presidents: Re-elected en bloc plus Margaret and Roy Strudley
The First X1 reported a mixed season, with a strong opening half cancelled out by an equally poor second half. Danny and Sean Spence turned in some good performances with the ball (Danny 26 wickets at 10 runs apiece). Batting had generally let the side down.
Steve Clarke stepped down from the captaincy
Danny Spence was awarded First X1 Player of the Year
Chris Mison reported a better season for the Seconds - finished 6th in League. Grant Pratt scored his maiden ‘ton’ and Chris Mison headed the bowling averages. Jeff Triner voted player of the Year
The Sunday X1 recorded wins v Old Basing and IBIS, but had lost against the Vice-Presidents. In an enjoyable season, Mick Brewer took Sunday Player of the Year.
Seating was to be improved – thanks to Mick Turvey. Chris Mison rode across California (US) and raised £176 for the club
The McDonald Trophy was awarded to Jim and Joan Berry.
England forfeited its second innings v South Africa at Centurion
Hansie Cronje (South Africa captain) banned for life on charges of bribery
2001
AGM 30TH October elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Sarah Brewer
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sarah Ayers
Ground Manager:
Bar Manager
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Mick Brewer, Adrian Sandland
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: Adrian Sandland
Second X1 Captain: Chris Mison
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 1st X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain:
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
First team faced relegation after finishing second from bottom - despite efforts of Steve Clarke (batting and bowling) and Jeff Triner (bowling).
1st X1 player of the year was Jeff Triner
Chris Mison reported a better season for the Seconds – finishing 3rd in League.
Good batting performances from Ian Rogers, Dave Jones and Ron Nicholas. Chris Mison led the bowling – (including a 7-28)
Mick Brewer won Sunday player of the year. Sean Spence hit 60 no v Oakley
Bob Skinner Trophy awarded to Lee Jones and the McDonald Trophy went to Peter Pratt who was complimented on the improvement to the wicket
The entrance to the ground was scheduled for upgrading with the help of the Parish Meeting
The club won the Berkshire Cricket League Knockout Cup
Death of Sir Donald Bradman (at one time a vice-president of the club)
First Bangladeshi to score a Test century (Aminul Islam v India)
2002
AGM 1st November elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary: Sarah Brewer
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor:
Ground Manager:
Bar Manager
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Mick Brewer
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain:
Second X1 Captain: Chris Mison
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Turvey
Sunday 1st X1 Captain: Mick Brewer
Sunday 2nd X1 Captain:
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
The First X1 had a reasonable season, finishing halfway in Division 1 of the Berkshire League.
The Second X1 finished at the foot of Division 3 and were duly relegated
Bob Skinner Trophy was won by Nick Stancliffe
McDonald Trophy awarded to Peter Pratt
Bar Licence was successfully renewed
Repairs to roof and square maintenance were the main reasons for a loss of £289 on the year
Shoaib Akhtar (Pakistan) first player to record a 100mph delivery
Hansie Cronje killed in air crash
2003
AGM 26th March 2004 elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman: Steve Ayers
Secretary:
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager:
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Chris Mison
First X1 Captain: Danny Spence
First X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
Second X1 Captain: Ian Rogers
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Nick Stancliffe
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
The First X1 finished seventh in Division 1 of the Berkshire League. Steve Clarke hit 750 runs (average 53.7) and Sean Spence scored 303 runs (average 27.5)
Mick Brewer took 28 wickets at 12.82 apiece aided by Steve Ayers (27 at 13.19)
Unfortunately in Division 4, our Seconds again finished bottom of the pile winning only 2 of the 15 games played. Despite Geoff Paterson’ s 275 runs at 34.38 and Jon Richardson (250 at 25.00). Excellent bowling came from Jeff Triner (26 wickets at 16.08)
Several old-established committee members were moving on -including Mick and Sarah Brewer and Jim Berry (our Umpire for many years)
The McDonald Trophy was awarded to Sarah Brewer
New sightscreens had been purchased
Cricket’s World Cup was held in South Africa. Australia beat India by 125 runs in the final.
Lowest ever innings in the World Cup recorded by Canada v Sri Lanka (36 all out)
2004
AGM 29th October 2004 elected officers:
President: Cyril Fuller
Chairman:
Secretary: Lola Turvey
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager:
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Chris Mison, Steve Ayers
First X1 Captain: Danny Spence
First X1 Vice-Captain: Martin Sandland
Second X1 Captain: Ian Rogers
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Nick Stancliffe
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
Seasons performance: to come
Net practice was held at Bradfield College
Annual village match was held on September 7
The Clubhouse became a 'non-smoking' area on July 1 in line with government legislation
Brian Lara became the first batsman to score 400 (no) in a Test match v England
2005
AGM 21st October 2005 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Grant Strudley
Secretary: Lola Turvey
Treasurer: Richard Carter,
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Steve Cook
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: Danny Spence
Second X1 Captain: Ian Rogers
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Craig Strudley
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc, but a review of list to be carried out
There was a minutes’ silence in memory of both Cyril Fuller and Geoff Dyer – both great servants of the club as players and later in administrative roles
First X1 finished 2nd from bottom. Steve Clarke topped batting figures, but fielding had been ‘poor’
The Seconds fared better. Finished fifth in league. Geoff Paterson took 33 wickets and was player of the year
Social events went well during the year and bar takings were up.
Subscriptions set at £50 with a 105 reduction for payment pre-May
The Turvey family were jointly awarded the McDonald Trophy
Identical twins played in the New Zealand v Australia Test (James and Hamish Marshall) Last Test match broadcast by Richie Benaud (England v Australia at the Oval)
2006
AGM 5th October 2006 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Grant Strudley
Secretary: Grant Strudley
Treasurer: Richard Carter,
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Steve Cook, Lola Turvey
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: James Wright
Second X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Craig Strudley
Vice-Presidents: Confirmed as: Mr & Mrs J Berry, Mrs S Camp[bell, Mr N Fisher, Mrs P Fuller, Mr G Harris, Mr & Mrs B Sandland, Mr & Mrs R Strudley, Mr D Sycklemoore, Mrs C Turvey, Mrs E Turvey, Major Webster, His Grace the Duke of Wellington
For the Firsts Steve Clarke reported a good pool of players but lacked a regular nucleus. James Wright was player of the year
Craig Strudley reported for the Seconds on behalf of Ian Rogers. Our team was stronger man for man and had picked up some useful additions
Geoff Paterson was player of the year
Peter Pratt was awarded the McDonald Trophy
Roof repairs, disabled toilet conversion and heavy roller maintenance were expected to stretch finances
Repairs to the Clubhouse were highlighted as a priority
Pre-season nets would be arranged at Bradfield College
First international 20-20 match in Australia (Australia v South Africa).
First Afghanistan International v MCC.
2007
AGM 18th October 2007 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Grant Strudley
Secretary: Grant Strudley
Treasurer: Richard Carter,
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Peter Simmons, Nick Stancliffe, Craig Strudley, James Wright, Grant Strudley
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: James Wright
Second X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Craig Strudley
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc
Our First X1 finished fifth - winning six of its games, while Grant Srudley reported a good bowling but poor batting season for the Seconds
A long discussion on the future of the club ensued. Steve Clarke presented the option of managing decline or to act on repairing the known weaknesses. The meeting pledged support in the latter direction
World Cup held in West Indies. In the final Australia beat Sri Lanka by 53 runs
Adam Gilchrist became the first batsman to hit 100 sixes in Test matches
2008
AGM 23rd October 2008 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Steve Clarke
Secretary: Steve Ayers
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: Jon Richardson
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Peter Simmons, Nick Stancliffe, Craig Strudley, James Wright, Grant Strudley
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: James Wright
Second X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Craig Strudley
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc. List was amended due to the death of Nan Turvey
Four trustees were elected: Michael Turvey, David Syckelmoore, Steve Ayers and Brian Sandland
The Firsts occupied 9th place of 10 teams and were duly relegated to Division 2. James Wright topped the batting with 356 runs (32.00)
It was an enjoyable season for the Seconds – they finished 3rd in Division 5. Craig Strudley took 40 wickets (including Divisional record figures of 9-23)
Sunday cricket was very enjoyable and the meeting was told we need to build upon this
Nan Turvey had died - after more than 70 years association with the club. Lola and Steve Cooke were the proud parents of Charlie. Danny and Regina were now married (September). Finally in this section Giles and Charlotte Toosey were the proud parents of Charlie
Berkshire County League began the Season under sponsorship from Feisal Nahaboo Global
First pink ball used in the MCC v Scotland fixture at Lord
2009
AGM 23rd October 2009 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Steve Clarke
Secretary: Steve Ayers
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: James Wright
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Peter Simmons, David Gibbins, Craig Strudley, James Wright, Grant Strudley
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: James Wright
Second X1 Captain: Grant Strudley
Second X1 Vice-Captain: Craig Strudley
Sunday X1: James Wright
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc. The sad passing of Noel Fisher was receorded
A much improved season for the First X1 who ended in third place – missing automatic promotion by fractions of a decimal point. However they were promoted thanks to S E Reading failing to meet ground standards for Division One. Stratfield boasted three of the top four bowlers in Division 2 - Tom Clay (39 wickets at 10.39), Steve Ayers (29 at 10.10) and winner of the Divisional award, Steve Clarke (47 at 8.79).
Batting honours went to James Wright 331 runs at an average of 33.10 and Steve Clarke (493 at 32.87).
Luke Anthony, Richard Carter and Danny Spence also weighed in with half centuries at important times
Statistically not a good season for the seconds, but one at which skill levels improved.
Craig Strudley gleaned his usual crop of wickets (26 at 17.58) with support from Will du Plessis (18 wickets) and Jamie Legg (13)
Ian Rogers had a good season with the bat (205 runs at 29.29) and kept a tidy wicket
Sad notes were struck with recording the deaths of Cyril Ayers and Noel Fisher (the latter after 50 years association with the Club). Rong and Andy Headford had a new baby boy, Matthew
The Chairman observed a continuation of the Club’s revival, both on and off the field. With aid of the Parish the roofing to the pavilion had been replaced and improvments to the square had been achieved. David Gibbins agreed to undertake development of the Club’s disability team. Six midweek sessions had been held with the help of David Jones
Fund raising was very successful. Fantasy League, Bonus Ball and the Webshop – all organised by Pete Simmons
Important changes were made elsewhere, particularly in cricket development – which was headed up by Luke Anthony
2009 showed a loss on the year – much of this due to improvements in the fabric of the Club
David Warner appeared in Australia v South Africa 20-20 match without having previous first-class experience
Sri Lankan team bus attacked in Lahore and match and series abandoned
2010
AGM 12th November 2010 elected officers:
President: Mick Turvey
Chairman: Steve Clarke
Secretary: Steve Ayers
Treasurer: Richard Carter
Fixture Secretary: James Wright
Hon Auditor: Sandra Ayers
Ground Manager: Peter Pratt
Bar Manager: Steve Ayers
Committee: Martin Sandland, Martin Turvey, Peter Simmons, David Gibbins, James Wright, Grant Strudley
First X1 Captain: Steve Clarke
First X1 Vice-Captain: James Wright
Second X1 Captain: Paul Baldwin
Second X1 Vice-Captain:
Sunday X1:
Vice-Presidents: Re-elected en bloc. Annie Fisher would be contacted inviting her to become a vice-president
It was back to the Premier division for our First X1 as they finished a strong second to West Reading. A win at Ibis/Mapledurham in the fixture secured the club a back-to-back promotion.
Jimmy Wright totalled over 400 runs, Important knocks from Luke Anthony (90 at Checkendon), Danny Spence (78 at Checkendon), while Richard Carter was statistically top of the figures with an average of 43.6. Visions still abound of Richard and Martin Sandland scoring 33 runs off the last two overs culminating with a six into the pavilion from Martin Sandland off the last ball of the match For the bowlers Tom Clay, Jimmy Wright, Steve Ayers and Steve Clarke all achieved 20 wickets plus
Hampshire Cricket Disability was again well supported by the Club. The Stratfield 8's was staged again, with Hampshire U19s emerging as winners.
Sam Graham receives the Stratfield 8's Trophy from ST & HWCC's David Gibbins
Luke Anthony stated that the ethos of preparation and personal development would be extended to the second eleven, including individual coaching at Dummer
The Club identified facility improvement options as : Boundary fencing improvements/Square covers/improved club furniture/mobile batting cage/verandah extension
The Club looked forward to its Bicentenary in 2011
England retained the Ashes in Australia 3-1