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General Cricket => Cricket Training, Fitness and Injuries => Topic started by: RF on December 19, 2014, 08:44:22 PM
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Hi, I'm looking for some lads to have winter nets with in the Scunthorpe / Sheffield area.
My club's nets don't start till late Feb and I'm missing playing.
Anyone interested?
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I'm from sheff and may be interested,
Where abouts in sheff are you? As there's a few net places about. And do you play in sheff?
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Smiley you know I'll make one - if Headingly is a no go I'm up for something this way (maybe Dave, Ryan and Simmy would be up for it as it's not that far).
RT I live in Retford and put something out a week or so ago for the same reasons, maybe add to that thread mate?
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I live in between Scunthorpe and Doncaster.
I play in the Lincolnshire League for a team called Outcasts.
It's about 35 /40 mins for me to get to Sheffield but that's no problem, there are no decent facilities in Scunthorpe.
I was thinking about going to Headingley on the Procoach course but it's a bit expensive.
Retford is about 30 mins from me as well, that could be an option, we play some teams from Gainsborough way on a Sunday
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I live in between Scunthorpe and Doncaster.
I play in the Lincolnshire League for a team called Outcasts.
It's about 35 /40 mins for me to get to Sheffield but that's no problem, there are no decent facilities in Scunthorpe.
I was thinking about going to Headingley on the Procoach course but it's a bit expensive.
Retford is about 30 mins from me as well, that could be an option, we play some teams from Gainsborough way on a Sunday
That you Russ?
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I live in between Scunthorpe and Doncaster.
I play in the Lincolnshire League for a team called Outcasts.
It's about 35 /40 mins for me to get to Sheffield but that's no problem, there are no decent facilities in Scunthorpe.
I was thinking about going to Headingley on the Procoach course but it's a bit expensive.
Retford is about 30 mins from me as well, that could be an option, we play some teams from Gainsborough way on a Sunday
Hi mate
Round me the better facilities are Cuckney cc (on the way to Mansfield) or Dotball at M1 J31 as I work up the A1 off the M62 that's also an option. We'll see on anymore posts on both threads and see if we can get consensus
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I'm actually at dotball.
May see what time there open over Xmas, then try to book something.
If it's popular may try book one weekly. Although have to be a Tuesday or Thursday for me at mo.
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AMS - OK let me know, I didn't want to gatecrash your Headingley thread incase you were all mates (or loads better than me).
Boondougal - Yes, it's Russ, who are you?
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I'm actually at dotball.
May see what time there open over Xmas, then try to book something.
If it's popular may try book one weekly. Although have to be a Tuesday or Thursday for me at mo.
Haha can't say I'm surprised guess the question is which bat you using! Dates would be good mate
Russ don't worry buddy it's just a who's up for it forum thing, for sure I bet some of the guys are very good - personally I play in a average standard more for enjoyment (plus when you get to mid 30s it's downhill lol)
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That's was meant to say
"I'm actually at dotball in the morning, will ask......"
Seems I got side tracked and never finished the first sentence. Haha. Will update in morning,
B3 net bat plus gm octane shall be getting a run out tomoz.
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AMS - Sounds like me, average standard and mid 30's!
Let me have know what dates work and we'll try and fix something up, would be good to net with some different people, our opening bowler has broke his arm and 4 other lads from my club are in Australia.
None of the older lads from the club are interested in practicing during winter
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Mid 30's? That's 6 months away mate. Not too mention you'll be there 7 hours before me!
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Boondougal - That can only be one person, just PM'd you mate!
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Dotball is open 27th - 30th Dec if anyone fancys a post Christmas net
Would be good to get 6 and get a lane with a run up for a bowl
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I'm good when anybody else is and i have a few more trial bats for people to slug at including this shoulder cut thingy
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I was gonna come in here this evening regarding,
Was gonna suggest Monday 29th. And try get a 2hr lane between 6 and 9(dependant on when people can attend)
Any thoughts?
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yes good mate.
im available pal!!!!
Should i bring the the trial gear???
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yes good mate.
im available pal!!!!
Should i bring the the trial gear???
Off course you should mate,
And any time that better suits you?
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Good for me - ideally the later slot if possible
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I can't make Monday 29th, sorry.
I would be interested trying Dotball another time though, pretty good location for me
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Doh, over the Xmas new year period. What days are good with you?
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Tuesday the 30th is good for me, does that fit with anyone else?
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Tuesday the 30th is good for me, does that fit with anyone else?
It's good with me.
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Yep
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How many players are you wanting? Is it simply a batting using bowling machines or is it a mixed batting/bowling session? Can come down from York and perhaps bring some guys too if needed.
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Batting and bowling, would prefer to keep it forum based, but if we don't get the numbers then ringers can be bought in.
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I will be there and be there before that date too got around 8 bats to trial
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I will be there and be there before that date too got around 8 bats to trial
Me too, got a junior and a new comer to the game that want some coaching, so will be having a cheeky net to knock so,e bats in while there!
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Sounds like we're on. Can one of you book it for Tuesday 30th please or do you want me to give them a call on Monday?
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I've just Messaged them.
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Top man, thanks
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Dotball is free between 6 and 9. Tuesday 30th
Which 2 hr slot do we want??
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Dotball is free between 6 and 9. Tuesday 30th
Which 2 hr slot do we want??
7-9 if possible - by the way you and Dave will have to go easy on us more social players lol
Thanks for sorting this out mate (look forward to seeing some of your willow selection!)
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7-9 is fine for me too.
Looking forward to it, thanks
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7-9 if possible - by the way you and Dave will have to go easy on us more social players lol
Thanks for sorting this out mate (look forward to seeing some of your willow selection!)
I'm a social player too just like to play lots.
Will bring a few bats down not as many as Chris but a few....
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I'm a social player also. And not a great one.
Anyway net is booked. Tuesday 30th 7 until 9.
Seems we have 4 at mom need atleast 2 more I suspect.
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Anybody fancy a bowling machine net today???
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Yes, if it's quite late.
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Not me today. Stuck doing Xmas stuff.
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I'll be up for a net, i'm sure @Simmy will be too.
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I'm a social player also. And not a great one.
Anyway net is booked. Tuesday 30th 7 until 9.
Seems we have 4 at mom need atleast 2 more I suspect.
I would like to come.
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Then you are welcome mate. Good to have you.
6 so far then. 7 if simmy says yes. Looking good
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Info to find.
Dotball is factory pinned
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h76/smilley792/291F6D15-E6A7-4E79-851D-090D9ACDF7DA_zps2mcpm6up.png) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/smilley792/media/291F6D15-E6A7-4E79-851D-090D9ACDF7DA_zps2mcpm6up.png.html)
M1 junction 31 then a57 to sheffield. Left at first roundabout. Then 1st proper left.
(http://i61.photobucket.com/albums/h76/smilley792/FF8C85EA-F080-49E0-8CE2-41400461FDAF_zpsmhslrtb9.png) (http://s61.photobucket.com/user/smilley792/media/FF8C85EA-F080-49E0-8CE2-41400461FDAF_zpsmhslrtb9.png.html)
Anymore help holla
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yeh me and ryan are in.
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What's the plan? Is it a proper net or a do we have a bowling machine available??
Can someone post a list of eveyone that's confirmed??
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I will be there not sure what is what they have 4 machines there I know that
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Hey Ryan
Think the plan is a proper net based on numbers so better get loose! Dotball is good facilities with 2 nets with run up (which we're after) and 2 shorter all 4 have a bowling machine anyway in worst case
So it's you, Simmy, Dave, Chris, myself (Andy), @Lumsden & Russ (@RF) plus of course anyone else who's interested
Should be a good laugh
Question is for a net of 7 how many bats will rock up?!
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The lane booked is a run up lane. So hopefully we shall have a bowl
But as dave says there is a machine for each lane as back up.
ams list of attendees is correct.
As for bats. Who knows me and dave had a net last week and there was 9 bats present just for the two of us. ........
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Sounds good, mind if I bring another body, he's not a bad bowler and a top class bat.
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I may sound like a party pooper when I say this but.
A few others asked the same. And i said I'd rather keep it open to forum members first. And if numbers short then bring in ringers.
As we now have 7, I can't really say yes to you without saying yes to others. And then, well we are gonna be near 15 and that would be a little pandemonius.
Sorry.
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No worries mate, thought I'd best of asking rather than assuming. Look forward to see you all Tuesday
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@procricket B3
@Ams4287
@RF
@Lumsden
@Ryan
@Simmy
Net is tomorrow guys. 7pm at Dotball. Directions above. Any issues why you can't make or may be late let me know as we do have 2hrs booked.
Snow may seem a problem. But I've been driving round sheffield for the last two days and the main roads are clear and most side roads passable.
Dotball is accessible.
Am thinking 25 mins bat each. Which takes up most the 2 hrs and leaves time for batsmen swap and bag ogling.
Chris
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I may also get a machine net up mate as i'm worried who the bowlers are as i know Ryan bowls darts and Simmy and me are keepers
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I may also get a machine net up mate as i'm worried who the bowlers are as i know Ryan bowls darts and Simmy and me are keepers
I doubt Dotball will be packed if needed.
I'll bowl all day if not on my own, and despite my bizarre action, will give people some practice, i also have a few side arms (if anyone can use them in a safe manner)
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I do bowl military medium (at best :D) seamers Dave and like Chris am happy to bowl away, unfortunately not easy to bowl cutters indoors lol! I'm sure we'll be fine. As for a sidearm hmmm #lethal!
Chris appreciate your not bringing the whole collection, and well the laver would pickup 2oz on the journey with the weather but would you mind bringing the high spined red ink finished oversized cleft please. I'm intrigued by different shapes that you would not normally come across (the T20 bats also interest me so we'll see what Dave has come up with at the last trip to b3!).
Looking forward to it as i've not done anything since September
Cheers
Andy
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Laver was on the list to fetch.
Laver
Red ink
B3 monster
B3 match bat
b3 butterfly
808 octane
Rk laminate joker ish t20 stick! (Laminate Harrow short blade monster)
Are all in my bag at mo.
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Laver was on the list to fetch.
Laver
Red ink
B3 monster
B3 match bat
b3 butterfly
808 octane
Rk laminate joker ish t20 stick! (Laminate Harrow short blade monster)
Are all in my bag at mo.
Big bag!
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Plenty off room when no whites, spikes, towel and food aren't in there.
Tbh i ise a duffel mainly. but got big wheelie out for the net.
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Looking forward to this although somewhat conservatively I'm only bringing 2 bats.
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I'll be there tonight, looking toward to it.
My bowling is very slow also, nothing to worry about and I've not had a bat since September so I'll be more than pleased if I hit a few.
I'm only bringing 2 bats but I'm afraid that if I stay on this forum for much longer I'll end up with far more bats than I need or my ability justifies
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Remember you doughty Northerners, let's get some pictures of both members and kit, so the rest of us can see you in your ruddy-cheeked glory.
Watch out for Dave - he talks himself down.
Watch out for Simmy - he talks himself up.
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eh what???
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Spent the last few days try to get hold of one of the stand alone stumps (half bowl bottom always rights itself) to mount my go pro to and film but failed miserably.
Not sure how I'll mount it for decent vids now? So may not bother.
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I've got a tripod if that's any good??
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Not sure I have a fitment for tripod. But bring anyway I can try.
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Thanks for the net fellas and really nice to meet those I've not met before
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Enjoyed myself. Good laugh. Good banter. Plenty off cricket bats and even some cricket on offer.
good to meet you all.
Bat count was near 30 I believe for 7 of us.....lol
Next time I need to not have a club net before. I was shattered beyond. My body is ready for bed.
Not sure many pics where took. I have a few mins off video footage but nothing special. Currently uploading
Hopefully we can do it again.
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Just finished a extra hour with the mad man and the machine my body is banged.
Great to meet you all and who had a varnished ball.
We should defiantly do it again
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Video time.
custom bat forum net: http://youtu.be/2p7t0Om9pDk (http://youtu.be/2p7t0Om9pDk)
Ryan in yellow shoes.
Simmy with glasses on.
RF the left handed batsmen.
Ams in green.
Lumsden batting last.
I think...... We had proper names at the net.
Procricket b3 does not appear.....
and I'm filming of course.
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I enjoyed it too, it was good to meet everyone, the cricket was pretty good too.
Never seen so many bats in one place though
I'd be up for another net, just let me know when
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Just finished a extra hour with the mad man and the machine my body is banged.
Great to meet you all and who had a varnished ball.
We should defiantly do it again
Did you get a full hour in? I was cream crackered from the net never mind a machine after.
Dotballs auto feeder likes to mix it up!
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Did you get a full hour in? I was cream crackered from the net never mind a machine after.
Dotballs auto feeder likes to mix it up!
was it the auto feeder or did they just have knackered balls?
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Ian i think that was his name did one of the best machine sessions ever got to admit and showed me my deficiency and i have a plan to work on he did vary it greatly and showed me the light. Good session
Yes did the full session think i have picked my number 1 bat for the season... The zizi
No the owner fed me for a hour great session not a half volley in sight... Plus we did have all the bags so around 120 balls at a time very good best £18 quid i have spent in a long long time.
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I've had a few 10 min sessions while waiting for mates to arrive. He certainly works you over. But as you said you learn stuff you need to work on.
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Personally I found the session very rewarding as often when I bat in pre-season nets, the ball doesn't actually reach me. Excellent mix of both bowling and batting styles although I did briefly resort to bowling legside filth to avoid being sent into orbit by one particular batsman. Think I might do something similar down at Lordswood (Tadcaster between York and Leeds) in the coming weeks.
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Watch out for Dave - he talks himself down.
Watch out for Simmy - he talks himself up.
i think you got these wrong way round mate
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Looks like you guys had alot of fun. Wish I had skived off work to come, hopefully you guys organise another net soon.
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i think you got these wrong way round mate
Haha slogger!!!!
My back is so sore this morning and my left arm under the pit the pain of the first net and first bowl in a million years.
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Shoulders and back for me - still at least tomorrow will be worse :(
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I'm aching all over today, haven't really bowled that much since breaking my leg in April.
Good venue although a little more bounce than expected especially from the spin.
Good to put names to faces and I'd deffently be up for another meet.
Also, thanks to smilley on filming the only balls I middled ;)
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Just realised it was your birthday yesterday to Ryan. If it was mentioned sorry I missed it. But a belated Happy birthday!
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About time the North was represented on this forum!!!!
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yep, defo wishing i had been able to go. starting to get an itchy front foot for another bash
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About time the North was represented on this forum!!!!
Well we've eleven to find for this old north vs south game in Peterborough that's been discussed
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North V South sounds like a good idea.
You and Chris could end up doing a lot of bowling though