You've got Paul writing the newsletter this week as Tommo is in Ibiza (uns uns uns uns ), so here's the usual quick weekend roundup first.
Whilst the other Turf Moor saw the Clarets storm to a 5-0 victory against Cardiff on Saturday, our Third XI came second to Haslingden in an equally entertaining game. Was great to see home and away football fans turn out in great numbers again.
We played Haslingden again on Sunday but this time our 1st XI were at home and the 2nds went up the M66 to their place. Both teams collected 12 points in convincing victories and remain top of their respective league tables.
Oh, yeah; Bharat Tripathi became the leading amateur wicket taker in Burnley Cricket Club history by breaking the late-great Joe Fletcher's record of 622. Asked about what it means he said,
'I can now start running the 3rd XI and make everyone knock up in their helmets.'
Just how Joe did.
TUESDAY 20TH AUGUST - 5.30pm opening
All-Stars at 5.30pm
U9s vs Lowerhouse at 6pm
Junior Training at 6pm
Lots happening down the club tonight, weather permitting. As I type, however, it's looking like the rain might win yet again on a Tuesday.
Keep an eye on your emails and phones for messages from your coaches.
Meanwhile, our U13s are heading over to Ramsbottom.
WEDNESDAY 21ST AUGUST - 6.00pm opening
U13s vs Longridge at 6pm
And the U15s head over to Haslingden. Praise be to the parents on taxi service.
FRIDAY 23RD AUGUST - 5.30pm opening
U18s Cup Final vs Great Harwood
Now then, what a way to end the midweek action. Good luck to the Youths - bring it home.
SATURDAY 24th AUGUST - 12.30pm opening
2nd XI vs Todmorden at 12.30pm
Whilst the 1st XI head over the border to Todmorden looking to extend our 3 point gap from second placed Darwen. Our 3rd XI game at Rochdale is cancelled.
At the club, more football than you can shake a stick at and England vs Sri Lanka on the telly. Standout game is probably Villa vs Arsenal at tea time.
These crossover Saturdays really are the best aren't they?
SUNDAY 25TH AUGUST - 12.30pm opening
ALL DAY CRICKET!
Ladies Super 8s vs Great Harwood at 9am
2nd XI vs Clitheroe at 12.30pm
1st XI head into the Ribble Valley in the reverse fixture.
LAST CHANCE TO JOIN OUR BCC FPL...
This is your last chance to join the BCC FPL. Plenty of prizes to be won and a chance to help out the club a little bit. Sounds good, doesn’t it? All information, here.
Speaking of winning money and helping the club, Brunty is still keen to get more people involved with the monthly draw. It’s only a 5’er with some great prizes on offer. Plus, a chance to raise cash for those well-needed improvements to the clubhouse. All sign-ups are much appreciated, as always.
YOUR SUPPORT IS ALWAYS WELCOMED & APPRECIATED!
We’re coming into the business-end of the season now and both our 1st and 2nd XI are peaking at the right time, it seems. We’ve seen some great cricket throughout the season - and there’s plenty more where that came from.
The forecast looks grand for the weekend (for a change), so, we’re already looking forward to seeing all the familiar faces and potential new ones down at the club. Come and cheer the boys on this weekend with a beer in your hand - you can’t beat that, can you? UTC x