YSL Hall of Fame
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, 2nd 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.