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Title: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 01:22:14 PM
http://static.ecb.co.uk/files/unicorns-2011-application-form-v3-11225.doc
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 01:23:01 PM
The formula for success in 2010 was a combination of talented youngsters and experienced players showcasing their skills.

This exciting opportunity provides players with the chance to compete against many of the best players in the country and follow the success gained by the likes of Wes Durston (Derbyshire), Ed Young (Gloucestershire) and Rory Burns (Surrey) in obtaining first-class county contracts.

The selection process includes trial days on:

December 18 and 19 at Malvern College, Malvern, Worcestershire
January 8 at Derby CCC
January 29 and 30 at Whitgift School, Croydon, Surrey
Paul Bedford, head of non first-class cricket, said: "Being chosen to play in the Unicorns side is the pinnacle of non first-class cricket and we are delighted that Phil Oliver and Gordon Child will continue to run the side.

"The results gained in the summer both in terms of performances and contracts signed demonstrate that the team has a valuable role to play."

To apply for a chance to be part of this very exciting team complete the attached form (75 KB) and return by November 30 by email or post to ECB non first-class cricket operations, Lord's Ground, London NW8 8QZ.
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: tim2000s on November 09, 2010, 01:24:33 PM
I know a couple of guys who played in that side this summer. They found it quite hard going, even though they are both ex-Essex 1st team players.
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 01:25:18 PM
I will be gutted if Buzz does not show up for the Whitgift trials.
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Canners on November 09, 2010, 01:33:29 PM

if only i was any good :(
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: golders on November 09, 2010, 01:35:30 PM
Is it minimum wage?
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Canners on November 09, 2010, 01:39:07 PM
I know a couple of guys who played in that side this summer. They found it quite hard going, even though they are both ex-Essex 1st team players.

do you know the akram brothers? only just seen them in the squad list......
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Buzz on November 09, 2010, 02:06:18 PM
I will be gutted if Buzz does not show up for the Whitgift trials.
I might show up to watch!!
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 02:35:39 PM
Show them how it's done, maybe train Canner's up between now and then, you can be Mr Miyagi to Canner's Daniel.....
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: tim2000s on November 09, 2010, 02:38:14 PM
do you know the akram brothers? only just seen them in the squad list......
Indeed I do...
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Simmy on November 09, 2010, 02:49:20 PM
if i was thin i wud give it a shot as i rate my self as one of the top keepers in my area :)

but because im a big lad i will get laughed at lol
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: alexrickyponting on November 09, 2010, 04:16:23 PM
if i was thin i wud give it a shot as i rate my self as one of the top keepers in my area :)

but because im a big lad i will get laughed at lol
man up an go for it you wimp!  :D
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Howzat on November 09, 2010, 04:17:40 PM
Most of the people going for it will have had some county 2nd XI if not 1st XI experience I would imagine
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Post by: jimba101 on November 09, 2010, 04:19:20 PM
i fancy going just for the net ;) cant wait till pre-season!
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Canners on November 09, 2010, 06:20:16 PM
Show them how it's done, maybe train Canner's up between now and then, you can be Mr Miyagi to Canner's Daniel.....

you have foiled my cunning plan lol
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Talisman on November 09, 2010, 06:27:03 PM
Wax on, wax off Mike.....
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Canners on November 09, 2010, 06:45:18 PM

haha its far too cold to be washing cars...........
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: FattusCattus on November 09, 2010, 07:17:06 PM
Hmmm, squad looks a little thin on left arm spin bowling. There's hope for me yet!
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Tumo on November 09, 2010, 07:18:05 PM
Hmmm, squad looks a little thin on left arm spin bowling. There's hope for me yet!
You'll have me for competition Brucey, don't get ahead of yourself ;) :P
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: FattusCattus on November 09, 2010, 07:57:30 PM
I bow to your greater skill your Tumescence!
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Post by: Paddy Knott on November 09, 2010, 09:15:30 PM
What do the numbers mean in the application form? 1-4, 5-8 and 9-11?
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Canners on November 09, 2010, 09:22:02 PM
What number you bat ?
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: golders on November 09, 2010, 09:23:46 PM
Shame there is no option 12 otherwise Id have applied...
Title: Re: Anyone want to play First Class cricket next summer?
Post by: Paddy Knott on November 09, 2010, 09:38:33 PM
What number you bat ?

Ohhh ok, didnt think of that. Im not applying btw, just looking.