On Saturday we got out four teams, which is pretty good going for still being in April. The 1s to 3s had a triple-header against Brentham 1s to 3s. Our 1s won, recovering to post 202 in their 40 overs (fifty for Seb Eyre) and we bowled them out to win. The 2s also won, bowling them out for 137 and getting them for 6, with runs for Eddie Sykes. The 3s made it three out of three, scoring 235-3 in their 40 overs, with fifties for both openers, Rob Fernandes and Will Hayes. They then bowled out Brentham to win. The 4s had a tough fixtures at a strong Southgate Adelaide, and did well to restrict them to 246-9 and made xx in reply.

On Sunday, we put out two teams. We lost at HQ against Hampton Hill, who chased our 157 for 4. Meanwhile at Purley-on-Thames, the away team saw the first century of the season, by Ed Sykes who put on a 150+ stand with Steve Brookes (52). Purley chased down our 194 for the loss of 8, in a tight finish.

I’m pleased to relate the juniors were off to a winning start, with the U9s triumphing against Actonians on Friday night: well done Karl and the team.

This Wednesday also saw our first Women’s training – please spread the words to any contacts you have who might be interested in joining, either for softball or hardball.

This coming Saturday there are 5 games, a quintuple-header against traditional early season opponents Actonians. plus two friendly games on Sunday – it’s a Bank Holiday weekend, so a good chance to get in a cheeky Sunday game. Please get your availability into Pitchero as soon as possible so we can get the strongest possible sides out next weekend.

Can I also please remind you that annual subs are now due, and payable at https://www.chiswickcricketclubdragons.com/payments/senior-membership-2025-earlybird-before-may-31-130990.html. Thanks to those who have already paid. This is a time of year when we have lots of outgoings, so it’s really important for people to pay their subs straight away – this would be much appreciated by Mike the treasurer.

I also can tell you that the Fantasy Cricket game will be running again this year – please go to www.Chiswick.FantasyClubCricket.co.uk to sign up and pick your team, and go to the Pitchero shop to pay your entrance fee.

Thanks to everyone who represented the club this week -
Bernard