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NEWS FROM OUR VETERANS' CRICKET COMPETITION Season - 2007/08
Ringwood & District Over 40s too strong for Box Hill Reporter (posted: 17 Dec '07)
After losing the toss and getting off to a shaky start RDCA recovered to finish with a competitive 9/152cc from their allotted 36 overs despite spirited bowling from BHRDCA captain Chris Box with figures of 3/4 in the weekend's (16 Dec) annual over 40 challenge. For RDCA a fine captains knock by Dale Goldsmith who finished on 42no. In response our guys could only manage 129 before being dismissed with two overs remaining. BHRDCA batting honours went to "Chooka" Howell with a well put together 39 while RDCA's Stephen Bridger claimed 3 wickets for just 12 runs. * * * * *
Veterans' Annual Rep' Challenge (posted: 13 Dec '07)
On Sunday 16th December 2007 the BHRDCA Vet's take on arch rivals RDCA in our annual over-40 (Masters) and over-50 (Legends) challenge. Ably hosted on turf by the Croydon Cricket Club these 72 over 1-day matches display the very best of our game to spectators both in relation to the standard of competition and the spirit of cricket. At 12noon the over-50 Legends game will commence first on the Fred Geale Oval, Norton Rd Croydon (Mel: 50.K5) with over-40 Masters an hour later (1:00pm) at Croydon Oval, Hewish Rd Croydon (Mel: 50.K3). This will allow the over-50s to finish first and for all to gather at Croydon Park for the over-40 finish and after match formalities in the clubrooms. * * * * *
After Round 3 (posted: 28 Nov '07)
Mazenod and Park Orchards A division have extended their unbeaten records with wins against Heatherdale and East Doncaster respectively. Mitcham in the replay of last years grand final showdown were again triumphant over Mont Albert inflicting their first loss of the season. The final match saw Heathmont finally get into the winners circle against the luckless Surrey Hlls who are finding it a little slow getting back into Vets cricket mode following a season on the sidelines. All attention next round will be on the clash between Mazenod and Park Orchards which should be a cracker. * * * * *
After Round 2 (posted: 15 Nov '07)
In A division, Mont Albert Blue have again shown they will be a force to be reckoned with. Mazenod have jumped to the top of the table and will shake up a number of Div A teams in their first season at this level. Last years Premiers Mitcham have already suffered their first loss at the hands of promoted Park Orchards and the fight for top four positions will be very interesting to watch over the next few weeks. Check out our first newsletter for the season (below) which includes the ladders for all grades. * * * * *
Fixtures (posted 12 Oct '07)
After much 'renting and gnashing' the final version of over 40 draws is now ... final, and can be downloaded from the All-in-One Fixtures page. This season the Veterans' Cricket Competition consists of five over 40 grades and one over 50 (fixtures coming soon) comprising 46 teams. The first round of competition is this Sunday (14 Oct). * * * * *
Dates of Play (posted 20 JuL '07)
At this stage we will be running an over 50's division to be played on the alternative Sundays to the over 40's which will mean that players who wish to double up may still do so. If you know that there may be a possibility for your club to also field an over 50's side, please get in touch with Peter White as soon as possible. 2007/08 dates of play re as follows - Over 40 (1-day games)
14 & 28 Oct
11 & 23 Nov
09 Dec
20 Jan
03 Feb
17 Feb (Semi-Finals)
02 Mar (Grand-Finals) Over 50 (1-day games)
21 Oct
18 Nov
02 Dec
13 Jan
17 Feb
24 Feb (Grand-Final)
Clubs with money still outstanding from previous seasons must settle those accounts up front. Their will be a meeting of all clubs intending to enter teams in the BHRDCA Veterans' Competition for season 2007/08 at East Burwood Sporting Club from 7:15pm sharp on Monday 10 Sep '07. * * * * *
Highlights of Veterans' Cricket (posted 10 Jun '07)
This is our dedicated Veterans' Cricket webpage. Here you can access periodic newsletters and read about the many 'tall tales & true ...' that tend to materialize when you gather together a lot of good-natured, 'mature-aged' champions (and others) of our game. In addition there will likely be some space left over for any highlights of the season, representative games etc. If you have event at your club to promote on the BHRDCA website then our 'Member News' page is available. Come back often and be sure you don't miss anything. * * * * * NEWSLETTERS Newsletter #4 (includes ladders after R7)
Newsletter #3 (includes ladders after R6)
Newsletter #2 (includes ladders after R3)
Newsletter #1 (includes ladders after R2) * * * * * For download versions of Fixtures and Forms visit the relevant webpages. * * * * * 2006/07 - Summary of Veterans' Cricket News 2005/06 - Summary of Veterans' Cricket News * * * * * Public Liability Insurance for all Vets teams must be arranged through your parent club in BHRDCA, ECA or VSCA etc. Make sure that your team/s are included on your club return for insurance purposes. You cannot play without insurance cover. Enquiries for all Veterans' matters - Peter White ramsrecord@yahoo.com | 
