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General Cricket => Cricket Exchange => Players Wanted => Topic started by: uknsaunders on January 15, 2014, 08:34:36 PM
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Had a voicemail inviting us back tonight (much to my surprise lol) for another midweek all day game as part of their cricket week. Very proud to be asked back to such a lovely venue. Before I give big yes I'd like to know who is up for a trip to Kent? I think it was early August, I'll dig the dates out in a minute.
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im very interested.
infact. if wanted im in. happy to collect 1 or 2 on the way down to.
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I'm up for it, hopefully work won't get in the way!
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If u can find out the date as last time it was the day after my wedding so couldn't quite swing it. Keen to put in an appearance if diary is free
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If u can find out the date as last time it was the day after my wedding so couldn't quite swing it. Keen to put in an appearance if diary is free
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It's in the title now :)
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still in now we have a date. can book it off from work as soon as side is confirmed.
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Is this against matty h4l's team? Its in the diary pending any more pressing offers ;)
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I'm in.
Hopefully you won't all sit there asking to do a little 5 or 6 in the batting order this time..... ;)
Opening up in an all day game goes against all my instincts. Maybe Soulman can keep wicket and i'll send down some lobs for this one?
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Go with the I'm here for a good time not a long time theory jake!
Aggressive from the outset approach. I'm keen but not sure I have the capacity to do 60 overs in the field without a regular beer interval?
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Oh no ,they asked you back! :D
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Interested in playing helping out with umpire if got lots off players :)
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I'll put myself forward, Thomas if I can make it I'll drive
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With this notice I can plan my holiday to avoid the game :D
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I should be ok to play if there's a place.
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Good shout Joseph, means I can find my 5 pint form ;)
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Good shout Joseph, means I can find my 5 pint form ;)
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I'll be hoping to maintain my 5 cake form, the tea was very good last time. :)
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Good tea you say? Even better!
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I will be keen to make an appearance. Should be a good laugh.
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Hopefully you won't all sit there asking to do a little 5 or 6 in the batting order this time..... ;)
I batted five, but normally get a nosebleed anywhere other than three. Just the nature of a cobbled together side!
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oh and, yeah, you can put me down again, knees permitting!
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In Jake's and Arvind's defence it did do a bit with the new ball, a bit of bounce. Didn't really get easier until towards lunch.
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In Jake's and Arvind's defence it did do a bit with the new ball, a bit of bounce. Didn't really get easier until towards lunch.
It wasn't an easy wicket to bat on against decent bowling because there was good carry and bounce in it (bear in mind Chris is a wicketkeeper and looked like Ryan Harris for a while) - there just wasn't too much decent bowling after the old guy came off!
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I survived Chris's hostile spell :D
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I survived Chris's hostile spell :D
Fair play you did. Most from the other end though, where you took ample advantage of some "friendly" wicketkeeping...
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In Jake's and Arvind's defence it did do a bit with the new ball, a bit of bounce. Didn't really get easier until towards lunch.
It wasn't easy at all mate, great track had to work really hard for your runs and bowl disciplined lines to take wickets :D :D :D
I'm defiantly in please Nick.
No problem Jake I'm happy to open this time mate, you can have 4 this time. Not sure about keeping though mate that track was made for my express pace :-[
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I survived Chris's hostile spell :D
I know mate was gutted would have loved to have got 8 for but 7 will do :D
You batted really well last game mate, got your number though this year.
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I could possibly throw my hat into the ring, but I'm not sure the team can survive the clash of egos between me and Saunders.
It's like KP and Freddy Flintoff all over again.
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im worried worried about you clashing whilst rushing for the cakes at tea!
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I could possibly throw my hat into the ring, but I'm not sure the team can survive the clash of egos between me and Saunders.
It's like KP and Freddy Flintoff all over again.
there is only so much filth a team can have lol
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id be interested depending if someone is coming through liverpool i could get a lift with ?
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I survived Chris's hostile spell :D
He was like a weeble on heat, the way he rolled uncontrollably down that hill. Not I can talk, wobbling up the hill or Pistol for that matter.
1970's Weebles Commercial (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFzhjnjXc2o#)
But for Ciaran we would of had the world's shortest bowling attack. Not sure I can leave any of my "pace" attack out.
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there is only so much filth a team can have lol
Let's make it really filthy Nick!
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Uncontrollably Mr Saunders? That's a bit harsh it's an art I have with my run up to not intimidate the batter to much and then suprise the batter with my devilish grubber lol
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Fair play you did. Most from the other end though, where you took ample advantage of some "friendly" wicketkeeping...
Great grab that one, one of my finest moments.....
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Great grab that one, one of my finest moments.....
Unlike the stumping chance eh mate ???
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That's what I meant, although referring to it as a grab wasn't the best choice of words.
Still not sure how I managed to make such a meal of it. Oh well, at least we got to see a nice H4L in action for a while longer.
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grab is perfect - like one of Fattus' chosen ladies reaching for a box of falling cookies! ;)
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Is there no go ahead for the North V South forum game?! Joeljonno offered a ground at York which looks lovel after having a quick look on google maps
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Is there no go ahead for the North V South forum game?! Joeljonno offered a ground at York which looks lovel after having a quick look on google maps
Another thread has been setup for that I believe.
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Last Years match report:-
http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=26250.0 (http://custombats.co.uk/cbforum/index.php?topic=26250.0)
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Another thread has been setup for that I believe.
Ou est?
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Damn how did I miss this thread?
If you need another player I'm there!!! As mentioned by Tim it's early enough to plan holiday off work :)
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Think I'm sorted on holiday - CFB Match at Stone... Here I come!
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Do we have a Full side yet?
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Colsey is my taxi driver it seems :)
Cake/Bar beware you in for a pounding.
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Colsey is my taxi driver it seems :)
Cake/Bar beware you in for a pounding.
If Colesy is driving I may have to join in with said cake/bar demolishing!!!
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Rude not too mate, the great cake tour of 2014
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If there is still a spot for a bowler with a run-up far too long for the pace he can actually bowl who can hardly bat to save his life then I should be available.
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If there is still a spot for a bowler with a run-up far too long for the pace he can actually bowl who can hardly bat to save his life then I should be available.
your not selling yourself there!, and Fattus meets that criteria as well :D Some tough choices for the selection committee!
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Fast(er)eddie, who is taller and quicker this year, and I are around. We'd happily take the drive.
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Rude not too mate, the great cake tour of 2014
Cricket, Cake and cider - what is there not to love there!!!! Probably redundant by then so should have plenty of time on my hands too!!!!
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Colsey is my taxi driver it seems :)
Cake/Bar beware you in for a pounding.
Is he charging you Lucozade money?!
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He runs on lucazade I'm not sure his car does :)
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your not selling yourself there!, and Fattus meets that criteria as well :D Some tough choices for the selection committee!
I don't want to talk myself up and end up filling the 'Steven Finn' role of being a 6ft+ pace bowler who gets invited along and then ends up just carrying the drinks around when everybody realises he isn't good enough! ;)
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I don't want to talk myself up and end up filling the 'Steven Finn' role of being a 6ft+ pace bowler who gets invited along and then ends up just carrying the drinks around when everybody realises he isn't good enough! ;)
again with me and fattus in the mix that wouldn't happen :)
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would be nice if we had XI players and a handful of bowlers this year!!
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im a player not a bowler, got a touch of FinnItus about 2010 that i just cant shake off
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I bat and bowl. Am reliable, and able to pick people up on the way within reason. Pick me. Lol
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Yep, unless something unavoidable crops up then I'm all set for this. Got a car big enough now haha
Can bowl seam or part time Leggies which may be of use.... To the batsmen
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Forgotten to do this, here goes:-
1. Chris (Soulman)
2. Vitas Jake
3. Tomtek
4. Iain (Manormanic)
5. Simon (Byo)
6. Arvind
7. Procricketer (Adi)
8. Pistol
9. Me
10. Tim
11. Ciaran
Reserves - Ian d123
Fingers crossed we all make it to the venue (Adi) this time. Those who haven't paid me kindly pull your fingers out before I drop you lol
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I'm still available if there any drop outs.
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I might have missed it in the previous pages, but what time is the game starting?
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First reply and not selected. Harsh!
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First reply and not selected. Harsh!
Sorry if that appears to be the case. Some people contacted me directly, some posted etc. Essentially most of last years team who made themselves available were picked. On top of winning (to our surprise) and simply making their time available, they all behaved themselves and created the right impression. I felt this was important going forward.
Another reason was balance. Being a "bat" forum, we really didn't need anybody else who wanted to bat.We were all knackered trying to bowl 56 overs with 4 bowlers last year and hence Tim (as good as bat as he might be) was needed. I didn't want to pick people and not give them a game or bat them 9, if they didn't bowl. A couple of the other guys can also bowl/bat so hopefully everybody will get involved.
I've noted your observation and will stick you on the reserve list. Nothing to stop anybody not selected from coming down for the day. Last year we ended up 2 short at the last minute.
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I might have missed it in the previous pages, but what time is the game starting?
11am
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Thanks mate, looks like a 3 hours drive inc M25 so if its going to be an early start might see whats going on Travel lodge wise nearby and mitigate the risk!
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Anyone swinging by Southampton want to give me a lift?? I'll buy you beer :)
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P.s I'm a bowler and chase the ball like a Labrador (all be it an obese one) in the field! :D
Scrap that, work getting in the way of cricket again. Bloody parents booking the summer holiday off to look after their kids! :(
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You'd think that with a forum with a few hundred active members, you'd mix it up a bit. Not just give the same 11 the chance over and over again .
Makes it seem cliquey.
I bowl. As I'm sure others do. But was any asked? Or was it just a case of picking someone you knew?
and is it me or did the guy that no showed last year. Gotten a game again?
If so that's just plain wrong on others wanting to play.
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It's a shame that these games come up in harvest :( I will ask at my club if next year we could have a game for the cbf guys as my club has slowly started to have a poor cricket week and this would spice it up
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Wahey!!! Here we go!
Don't panic Smiler, traditionally on these sorts of games people drop out - or as you quite rightly stated - don't turn up. So there may be a few spots opening up for those who are nice to the selection committee.
Oh.
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Hope you all enjoy the game, was good last year. Unfortunately I've only just seen this thread, and am on holiday on 14th anyway. Would have been keen to go back otherwise!
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Wahey!!! Here we go!
Don't panic Smiler, traditionally on these sorts of games people drop out - or as you quite rightly stated - don't turn up. So there may be a few spots opening up for those who are nice to the selection committee.
Oh.
Selection on being nice? It sounds like the current England set up!!
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Selection on being nice? It sounds like the current England set up!!
All right for England, they'll always have a game against someone.We won't get asked back if we don't behave ourselves ;)
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Is anyone planning on travelling down on the Wednesday night as me and Byo could well be in the vicinity for a few beers and a curry to save a 6am departure from Bristol on Thursday ???
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No, going down in the morning as about an hours drive.
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Is anyone planning on travelling down on the Wednesday night as me and Byo could well be in the vicinity for a few beers and a curry to save a 6am departure from Bristol on Thursday ???
It's an option for me, think I left just before 7am last year. I'll email you about it mate
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Thinking about it, where is this played? Is it Tenterden?
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I spoke with Matt today and he is happy for us to meet at his workshop at 9:30am on the morning of the ground. I'll be going there first to have a look around and you never know maybe a cheeky purchase :D
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I have a h4l team on the wed of cricket week at stone cc nr tenterden (day before cbf game ) I need a couple of players any takers ? 11 am start lunch , tea etc please let me know ASAP if interested
Matt
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Hi Matt, can't play on the Wednesday, but wanted to confirm where the CBF match will be played?
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Hi Matt, can't play on the Wednesday, but wanted to confirm where the CBF match will be played?
Tn30 7jp
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Cheers Nick.
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took me a while to find it and I've been there before!
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Can anyone recommend a place to stay on the weds night as me and tom are coming down for a few beers the night before to avoid the early start.
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I think the more important question has to be, "What custom bats kit will we be seeing in the bags of the people coming....?"
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I have a h4l team on the wed of cricket week at stone cc nr tenterden (day before cbf game ) I need a couple of players any takers ? 11 am start lunch , tea etc please let me know ASAP if interested
Matt
Matt.
I can ask Fastereddie if he fancies it.
He's grown a lot since the last time you saw him and sending it down at a good lick.
Is it at Tenterden's ground?
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Had a drop out and I need a bowler. Ability to pay up and give me your shirt size vital (unless it's Buzz).
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Come on Smiley - you were having a good old moan - stick your name in the frame!
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Will say anybody hoping to get a bat will be disappointed, main job will be bowling.
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Bowlers union
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Nick is assuming the batters hang around! Big assumption.
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Fastereddie is available.
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Come on Smiley - you were having a good old moan - stick your name in the frame!
Yes because cancelling a job at this short notice is an easy thing to do.
Not gonna book the day off for no apparent reason am I? Plus apparently I don't bowl.......
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Well that was one of the reason given for non selection. Can't remember being asked if I did though?(but honestly I, not bitter about it)
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Chris, Lawn Bowls don't count bud!!!! :D
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Nick is assuming the batters hang around! Big assumption.
lol - with some of the players we have crease occupation isn't a problem.
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Yes because cancelling a job at this short notice is an easy thing to do.
Not gonna book the day off for no apparent reason am I? Plus apparently I don't bowl.......
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Well that was one of the reason given for non selection. Can't remember being asked if I did though?(but honestly I, not bitter about it)
Don't remember saying you couldn't bowl and I did say I would let you know if a spot becomes available. Up to you.
Nice trophies btw - I have several as well and Redders/Fros/Simmy/Ryan/Liam will tell you how rubbish I am lol
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lol - with some of the players we have crease occupation isn't a problem.
hitting it off the square however... :D
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I'm available if it's further north than Leeds
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Kent lol
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Isn't there a Leeds in Kent? :)
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Isn't there a Leeds in Kent? :)
Castle :)
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hitting it off the square however... :D
If anyone need verification of how slow you are I've seen it first hand... also did you find my trousers?
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I'm still 1 short for the wed game if anyone fancies it?
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I now have the week off if anyone drops out late i can make myself potentially available