Week 11

Before I go onto Over Stowey, just one thing: Australia, you took one hell of a beating!

For the second week running the 1^st XI won by ten wickets, this time travelling to Morebath and knocking them over for just 62.

A fully refreshed Mike Barrow took eight wickets, amazing what a holiday does for you, batteries recharged, and back on it. I wonder if our beloved chairman will be fully recharged and ready to go when he returns from his jolly!

Well played the 1^st XI, second in the league, but still a long way to go.

Full credit goes to the Over Stowey ground staff who produced a belter of a batting track. Over 400 runs scored in the 2^nd XI game on Saturday, with only 10 wickets falling. More wickets could off been claimed, however a few catches were spilled despite the best efforts of the fielders.

As an umpire, I found the game very enjoyable to officiate, despite the right hand / left hand combination taking singles nearly every ball. I do love signalling a six, as the crowd roars with excitement, ok, up Stowey a handful of spectators, sipping tea and watching the world go by.

Mandy produced a quality tea again, and this time I had a few grapes, looking after my figure you know.

Off to Lydeard St Lawrence next week, I wonder if Julian is playing, if so I hope he doesn’t get lost this time, as I believe he did last season.

Short one this week, I have some pallets to dismantle, can’t wait! I suppose it will work up a thirst ready for some Thatchers later!