Rather than just having private conversations in the thread...my season is likely to be pretty tough!
After three successive promotions our 1st team are now playing at the highest level we have ever played and unfortunately we have lost one regular 1st teamer and not added anyone of 1st team quality.
On a personal note I have not made much of a contribution in the last couple of seasons having suffered a run of injuries, ill health and a variety crap in my personal life. I've been unable to decide whether to pack in wicket keeping due to a run of broken fingers and have already made it clear to my captain that if he wants me to play in the 1st team he needs to find somebody else to open as I have lost all confidence in the role.
I've made all that sound really negative but despite the challenges ahead I'm really looking forward to the season! With the higher standard comes some new grounds that I have never played at and as a club we are busy with applications for new net facilities and the possibility of a new and extended pavilion. It's also my last hurrah as club secretary having made the club aware of my intention to step down at our last AGM. Feel it's time to get back to actually enjoying the great game!
Oehw sassy,
Its difficult when one of the team leaves to find anyone to fill their place as they won't be part of the team straight away. But only time will tell maybe someone will step up!
I understand how you feel with all the drama around cricket, it's so difficult especially with things you can't control.
Your captain has the Confidence in you, he has your back. Maybe he could help you find your confidence back, maybe a number 3 to get bat on ball and them slowly work back up??
Just seriously never forget to enjoy the game how ever rough and harsh it can be.