As we all have noticed over the last couple of weeks the condition of the playing surface up at Chalkwell Park is deteriorating.
The warm weather combined with Football players have all been contributing factors to this, but so have we as cricketers.
When bowlers mark out their runups the normal tendency is to scratch a mark in the ground. Unfortunately these marks aren't reparing as we would like and some have been dug out further by foxes and dogs and become divots, these are dangerous for the fielding team for 2 reasons. Players can easily roll an ankle in them and when the ball hits them it may cause it to bounce in an awkward manor.
I have purchased a can of white spray paint for ALL bowlers (including the opposition) to use to mark out their runups. A simple white line with a small initial to identify it is all that is needed and should be done prior to the start of the game. This will stop us creating more divots and hopefully helping to inprove at least the infield of our Cricket Ground. If for some reason your runup changes during the game, please use bowling markers that most umpires will supply!
The can is to be kept in the Cupboard that contains the deck chairs and is to be replaced before the start of play!
Do the right thing and make L.O.S CC and safer and more enjoyable place to play cricket.
Good Luck this weekend to all sides!
Knocka |
| All this wednesdays nets at Garrons are cxld. |
Tim Knox, our First XI overseas star, will this season be offering private Cricket tuition, covering all aspects of cricket, and tailored to the demands of those requesting the coaching. |
Senior Net Practice sessions will resume from next week on Tuesday, 6.30-8.30 at Chalkwell Park, with the bar open afterwards for those in need of refreshment after a gruelling practice session.
The time will be split between batting and bowling, and fielding practice dependant on numbers and suitable facilities. There is no cost to attending the practice.
Sessions will take place every week, and will be run by Sean Elliott. In the event of bad weather please check the website at lunchtime on the day for news of cancellation, or in the second instance contact Sean on 07846 122909.
At a time when initial league results could have been better and clearly the need for practice is paramount, it is great news that Sean has come forward to ensure that net practice is available to all on a guaranteed weekly basis.
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As approved by the General Committee, the 2009 season sees the adoption of a drivers rebate scheme for senior cricket away matches.
This policy is designed to ease the burden of cost from those who drive as a result of necessity on behalf of the club to the more distant away fixtures.
The instructions document (linked below) provides the details of eligibility for this rebate, the amount of the rebate based on the club's scheduled away fixtures for 2009, and all other information relating to the policy.
For questions or queries relating to this policy please contact a member of the General Committee.
Drivers Rebate Policy Guidelines and Instructions |
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