Dear Member,
Welcome to this week’s edition of the Bramhall CC newsletter.
Following on from an excellently supported senior training, pre-season talk and social evening at Church Lane on Thursday, the senior sides went into the weekend with confidence.
Unfortunately, the First XI lost by 5 wickets at Widnes on a slow and slightly damp wicket. Bramhall posted 150 all out in the 53rd over with only skipper Nick Cantello significantly contributing with 42. However, a committed effort in the field made life difficult for the hosts who eventually passed the target with only 3 balls remaining. The 25-4 points totals did not offer a true reflection of the game. The 1sts face Christleton at Church Lane this Saturday from 1pm.
The Second XI started their season off with a rousing win at home to Widnes. Spurred on by an excellent 94* from Tim Wood and a hasty 50 from James Day, Bramhall posted a challenging 250-6 from 50 overs. The visitors were never in the hunt and good bowling from all, including 4 scalps from Luke Littlewood, saw Widnes bundled out for under a hundred to give Bramhall a 150 run victory and 25 points. The 2nds travel to local rivals Macclesfield this Saturday. Skipper Chris Heppell is still very keen to appoint an official scorer for anyone that fancies making some pocket-money.
The Third XI had a friendly 20/20 against a Manchester University side on Sunday and came through with a close win in chasing 111. The wicket and outfield were lightning-like and the game saw a good selection of strokes and diving stops. The 3rds also travel to Macclesfield this weekend, when their league campaign begins on Sunday.
BESPOKE MEMORABILIA RANGE
In co-operation with the renowned Willow Sportswear of Bradford, Bramhall Cricket Club is delighted to offer members and friends of the club an opportunity to purchase some excellent 125th Anniversary memorabilia to help the club celebrate in 2011.
Firstly, Willow Sportswear are offering a range of 7 stock items which you can buy “off the shelf” from their exclusive BCC webshop. These include mens and ladies’ Oxford shirts, towels and holdalls and all will be tastefully branded with the Bramhall CC 125th Anniversary logo.
To view and order these items directly from Willow, go to www.willowsportswearshop.co.uk, and enter “Bramhall CC 125th” in the search box. Then enter “BTCC” as a password, and you’ll be taken to the shop. These items are standard issue, and come in the colour schemes shown in the store. Any questions regarding these items should be directed to Willow themselves.
However, we are offering an extra special Bespoke Memorabilia Range of limited edition personalised BCC clothing and memorabilia that requires a special order.
These items have been designed by the 125th Committee to tastefully represent the club in its anniversary year, but will still look good in years to come. These items can be ordered through President Peter Babbage, (0161 612 8213/07794 805298) and must be placed with him by Sunday May 15th in order for the items to be produced and delivered to members in time for the July Cricket Week.
As these items are bespoke for the club, each requires a minimum quantity to be ordered for the item to be produced. By ordering an item with Pete Babbage, your details will be taken and if the minimum quantity is exceeded by 15th May, you will be contacted for payment.
We hope to provide images of some of the items in the next few days – both via email and on posters at Church Lane – but please find details here:
(All items can carry the BCC Anniversary Club Crest in addition to the designs listed below)
Ties - Smart diagonally broad & narrowed striped, containing the traditional 4 Bramhall colours of royal blue, black, yellow and red. The minimum club order is 36 and the cost will be £11.45 each. (the price may come down if 100+ orders are received).
Scarves - Fashionable vertically striped in the 4 BCC colours, these scarves are a bargain £11.25 (or cheaper if the 48 minimum order is exceeded) and will suit young and old alike.
Bespoke Rugby Jersey - Classic harlequined rugby top in the 4 BCC colours, these tops cost a competitive £25.95 and 15 orders are needed.
Traditional Knitted Cricket Jumpers - Ever popular, the original 4 striped cream knitted playing jumper is back, 100% wool options are £45.95 for long sleeve, and £39.95 for short sleeve. An acrylic/wool mix is £40.95 for l/s and £35.95 for s/l. Willow have made our jumpers over the years and require a minimum order of just 6.
Umbrellas - These classically styled umbrellas come in a choice of black or navy base colour, with the BCC logo printed on 2 panels. It will look good on the cricket pitch, the golf course or simply walking down the street and is excellently priced at £17.95.
Mugs - Ceramic mugs are available, with our logo printed on them for £7
Woolen Cap - A traditional melton style wool cap, with our 4 colours adorning the panels. These items are high quality and would make a great memento of our big year. These caps cost £25.50.
Please remember to get your orders into Pete as promptly as possible, as this could help to reduce the anticipated 4-6 week delivery time on the bespoke range. He is also happy to answer any questions you may have.
Golf Day
A reminder that the BCC Golf Day is taking part at the end of May, and interested parties are asked to confirm their names asap and join those that have signed up already. All members, their friends and colleagues are welcome.
- Friday May 27th, Styal GC at 1.30pm.
- For £35, you’ll get coffee and a bacon roll on arrival, enjoy 18 holes on the excellent Styal course and then have a quick meal when we arrive at the 19th.
- In addition, there will be a couple of mini-competitions for the “longest drive” and “closest to the flag” and you will have the chance to win some golfing prizes with a small raffle.
- Please contact James Day on 07817 721712 to put your name down or ask any questions.
That wraps up this newsletter and we look forward to seeing you at Church Lane for training, socialising, playing or spectating in the next few days.
Kind Regards,
BCC.
