Thirsk Cricket Club

Well, that’s it for another season of cricket at the Racecourse Ground, on what has been a wet but generally positive season. The First team have continued there recent upward trend improving on last years 5th place finish by ending this year as Runners-up to Champions Woodhouse Grange. The Second team had an extremely disappointing season after looking promising at the start eventually got on a loosing streak that could not be turned round to finish rock bottom of Division 4B. Rob Stead continued his fine work with the Third team, captaining a youthful side to within points of promotion only to be thwarted by the adverse weather.

With nearly 100 members in the Junior Section of the club, the future certainly looks bright. The Under 15s once again claimed a League & Cup double, whilst the Under 13 side made the first voyage into the National competition, reaching the 3rd round before falling to Halifax based side Northowram CC. The introduction and splitting of the Under 7s & 9s saw a fantastic turn out of youngsters from the local area and we hope to unearth some First team stars of the future.

As these youngsters come through it is inevitable that some of the older players will step aside and this is the case with existing First team captain Dave Towse, and Former First and Second team skipper Jimmy McKendry. I would personally like to thank both of you for your hard work over the past few seasons, it has been an honor to play with you and hope that you remain with the club in some capacity.

One final thanks really and that is to Christine Christon for her fantastic work producing the best cricket teas in the league. They say the way to a mans heart is through his stomach and im sure that has left Christine extremely popular amongst the home and visiting players alike.

I am sure everyone realises the hard work it takes from many people to run a successful cricket club and provide the opportunities and facilities for our members to enjoy. If anyone is interested in becoming more involved in our club in any capacity whether it be coaching, administration or fundraising ect then please contact one of the club committee. Your help would be much appreciated!

The annual Club Dinner and Presentation Evening will take place at the Golden Fleece Hotel on Saturday 15th November 2008. A letter has now been sent round all club members containing information about this years event.

The cost of the meal will be £18 per head and we ask all members to return the form as soon as possible. If you would like any further information please contact Andy Nursey on 07837 617338. I look forward to seeing all members on the night to bring a close to the 2008 cricket season.

Thirsk Cricket Club has has another succesful season at both Junior and indeed Senior Level. Our junior’s have performed well in all age groups, and various match situations.

Every season we hold a presentation evening to commemorate the outstanding performances of the three individual players in the under twelve, thirteen and fifteen age groups.

The 2008  Presentation Evening was  held at Thirsk Athletic Sports and Social Club on Saturday 13th September 2008. The evening was well supported by parents, Gaurdians,Members, Helpers and Coaches, who have put countless hours of time into running practice sessions and matches on behalf of our club.

The awards were made as follows:

• Under 15s Managers Player of the season - Ryan Spence
• Under 15s Bowler of the Season - Ryan McKendry
• Under 15s Batsman of the Season - Ryan McKendry
• Under 13s Managers Player of the Season - Max Potts
• Under 13s Batsman of the Season - Keiren Fenwick
• Under13s Bowler of the Season - Ashley Boyne
• Under 12s Managers Player of the Season - Sam Taylor-Gell
• Under 12s Batsman of the Season - Sam Taylor-Gell
• Under 12 Bowler of the Season - James Murphey

A mouth-watering barbeque followed on from the presentation of trophies, the usual thanks goes to our Chairman Alan Holmes and Christine Christon for preparing the food. The Club Committee would also like to thank Sheila Petty, Sian and Lisa England for running a tombola on the night, raising a fantastic £174!!!

Thirsk Cricket Members Barry Petty and Pat Ruecroft were recently inducted into The York and District Senior Cricket League Hall of Fame at a presentation evening held at Easingwold Cricket Club. The awards were presented by George Myerscough the league President.

Barry received his award for his outstanding achievements as a bowler for Thirsk, Sheriff Hutton Bridge, Cleckheaton, Yorkshire Bank and Batley , although he has spent most of his career at Thirsk.

Pat received his “ Lifetime Achievement” award in recognition of 60 years as a player, secretary, treasurer, committee member, 2^nd X1 captain, Umpire, Club Historian, Cricket Coach and Sec/ Treasurer of The Thirsk and District Junior Cricket Leaguesince it was formed in 1989.

They now join Thirsk members Dave Worsnop, [2006] , Des Wyrill , [ 2006] and Colin Pringle, [2007] also members of The Hall of Fame.

This years dinner and presentation evening is being held at the Golden Fleece Hotel, Market Place, Thirsk on Saturday 15th November 2008. this is being organised by Andrew and Janice Nursey.

Further deatils will be circulated, and displayed on this website nearer the time…