Bredon Third XI after notching up a win against Evesham at Birlingham
The Third XI’s 2019 league season was all about bringing the juniors through into senior cricket, giving them the opportunity to show their skills and gain confidence on the field.
With a shorter season this year availability was very good, with a ratio of five senior players to six juniors for most games.
This gave the youngsters great support and opportunities to play a big part in each of the matches. It allowed them to gain maturity and build confidence.
Luke Plane, Tolly Wilson and Cole Notley carried out most of the bowling through out the season, taking 26 wickets between them.
It was an outstanding performance for such young lads. They learned more in each game they played, encountering different conditions and match scenarios.
There were also first wickets in senior cricket from Harry Buckley (Under 14s) and Euan Styles (Under 13s).
Luke Plane opened the batting this season, and was very impressive.
He scored his maiden 50 against one of the stronger third team opponents, batting sensibly and waiting for the bad ball to score off.
Cole Notley took the most wickets for division 12 S/E with 11 his best being 4 for 15.
Cole did a great job at first-change bowler, learning to keep the ball up to the batsmen, staying cool and eventually getting wickets and building the pressure. It was an amazing achievement for him this season to finish on top of the Division 12 leaderboard.
Tolly opened the bowling with Luke each week, bowling as a pair and keeping the pressure on both ends, which was very encouraging to see.
Luke finished on nine wickets and Tolly on six for the season.
It was a top performance all round by all juniors this season. Well done to them all for their support and commitment.
Bredon Cricket Club made a huge effort to support the James Hopkins Trust yesterday (Friday, July 26).
A golf day at Naunton Downs, near Cheltenham, was followed by a a well-supported family fun night with live music from local band Kings of the Hill at Hill Close.
There was also a big raffle that included prizes such as a family passes to Mr Mulligan’s, Cheltenham, and 10-pin bowling at Gloucester.
Enjoying the Kings of the Hill perform at the James Hopkins Trust charity day at Bredon Cricket Club
Overall, the event raised a magnificent £3,500 for the James Hopkins Trust, a cause close to the heart of the Matty family, whom many club members will know.
Established in 1989, the trust provides care for babies and children up to the age of five who have a life-limiting or life-threatening condition while supporting their families.
The Kings of the Hill will perform at Bredon Cricket Club with a share of the money raised going to the James Hopkins Trust. Picture courtesy Kings of the Hill
There’s another family fun night lined up at Bredon Cricket Club this weekend, with a share of money raised going to the James Hopkins Trust.
On Friday evening (July 26) we are hosting a barbecue, big raffle and live music at our Hill Close clubhouse.
The event coincides with our golf day, and as well as raising funds for the club will also contribute to the James Hopkins Trust, a charity that has been a great support to the Matty family, whom many club members will know well.
The evening starts at 6pm, and the entertainment is being provided by popular local covers band the Kings of the Hill. Children are welcome.
If you are not available to attend on Friday, but would still like to contribute by buying raffle tickets (£5 for five strips) please contact Glenn Buckley.
Bredon bowled first, starting with a fairly average opening performance.
Young Sam Wilson was asked to bowl, which I imagine was a very nerve-racking experience for the youngster.
Sam was straight on it, showing no nerves and with his first over ending with a maiden, the support from his team mates giving him confidence.
He then took a wicket in the second over, with Harry Buckley taking the catch.
A wicket maiden followed in the third, with Sam taking out off stump.
Over four, Sam took two further wickets, one of which included their opening batsman, who was getting close to a 50. Both were catches by Sam’s brother Will.
Sam ended up with figures of four overs, two maidens, five runs and four wickets.
What a great performance by a youngster living up to and out- performing his older brothers in style.
Well done, Sam. Make sure you keep reminding your brothers!
Bredon knocked the runs off in style in the 10th over with some big hitting from Josh Witt and Luke Plane.
Will Wilson retired for the second week running with an unbeaten 50. The previous week Luke Plane also retired on 50.
Keep up the hard work and commitment, guys. You are a pleasure to watch.
Bredon Third XI, including several of the Under 15s team, are also enjoying a successful season. This is due to strong juniors coming through the ranks, together with the support of a few senior figures.
Luke hit his first maiden senior 50 at Birlingham for the Third XI, ending up on 62 and taking three wickets to boot. A great day’s cricket, Luke. Well done!
Cole Notley, another of the Under 15s, is the leading wicket-taker in Worcestershire Division 12. Last week he got his name on the Worcestershire League weekly board of honours after taking four wickets for 15 runs.
Bredon Third XI are in second place, with their last game on Saturday (July 13) against Evesham at Harvington.
Double bill of cricket at our World Cup family day
There’s a double bill of scintillating cricket at Bredon on Sunday (July 14).
The club’s Under 12s and Under 13s meet in the semi-final of the Cotswold Hills League plate competition. The game starts at 11.30am, and will be finished by about 1.30pm.
A Bredon cricket team from the Seventies. Picture: Beverley Short
This wonderful picture of a Bredon Cricket Club team from the Seventies was kindly shared by Beverley Short, whose mum, Pat, was scorer at the club for many years.
Here is the line-up: John Farey (umpire, and father of Mark), Roger Langdon (brother of Nicky Langdon), Nicky Griffiths, Bob Pearson (one of the club’s best all-rounders in the last 60 years), Keith Barthorpe, John Weston, Geoff Hunt, Don Smith, Willy Langdon, Dave Taylor, Roger Washborne and Mark Farey. Don Smith (in blazer) was a legendary club chairman.
Do you have any memories or old pictures of Bredon Cricket Club you would like to share? Email bredoncc@btinternet.com or post on our Facebook page.
Bredon Third XI hosted Evesham Third XI on Saturday at Birlingham.
Evesham batted first and struggled, ending on 163 for 8 with a great opening spell from Luke Plane taking three wickets and only conceding 12 runs.
Joe Hunt backed him up with a very tight spell of off spin, taking one wicket.
Tolly Wilson bowled beautifully with pace and control, ending up with a wicket.
Cole Notley tempted Evesham batters into going big with his flight, bowling a great line and length which paid off.
Cole ended up with two wickets. He scooped up one off his bowling and took a catch in the covers that had been driven at pace.
An amazing performance in the field by all juniors working really hard. Very impressive.
Bredon batted after tea in a confident position, with Sean Styles and Oliver Washbourne opening up.
Oliver had a lovely couple of off-drives, beating the field and looking in good shape.
Sean played the senior role of staying in and controlling the game, supporting the junior players so they could gain match experience.
Luke Plane was in top form with three beautifully dispatched cover drives for four, playing the ball very late with such timing. He ended up on 31 before being despatched.
Sean reached his 50 and the game was in the bag. He ended up 73 not out. A great knock, steering the team to another win and taking us to second position in the league.
A super all-round performance by all, especially the juniors. Well done!
