Penn Street Cricket Club

One of the youngest team players but no longer the shortest, started with the juniors in 2002 but a regular supporter since 1998

Built like the proverbial beanstalk, Matt is one of the clubs all rounders - contributing anywhere in the batting order from 1-11 and bowling leg spin when called upon. Also a good ground fielder he is oft found patrolling the cover point region. Promoted to vice captain this year he aims to see a turn around from last year which saw only 10 victories

As an elderly nertern blerk I accept my enthusiasm far exceeds capability but all the same enjoys the endeavor.
Likes: Tour,Cricket, beer, being very opinionated, snowboarding
Dislikes: You (probably)

5-28!! Get in there.....

Joined PSCC in 1989, proudest moments are losing spoof on his first tour and having to kiss Mr Oxley and captaining the team at Lords in 2001.
Now a very occasional player (don't ask)
I.T. illiterate (has no idea he even has a profile!!!)

A classically trained batsman from the school of shutting eyes and backing away to leg Paul has enthralled many spectators with his rhythmic run up earning him the Michael Holdling- esque handle of "Choking death"

Joined the club in 1990 and played regularly through the nineties/early millenium but less so recently due to being domiciled in Yorkshire. Aging left handed wicket keeping batsman known more for batting idiosyncracies ("yes, yes", holding the after shot position for up to 5 seconds after the ball has been hit/missed, etc) than for remarkable talent . Often referred to as a bit of a cult (at least I think that's what they said). Claim to fame is that I was keeping wicket when Coombesy bowled alternate bouncers and then a beamer to septagenarian, Nicholas Parsons in the Taverners Charity Match. In the ensuing fracas, cries of "oh I say, steady on" could be heard from the assembled luvvies. Chatting with Suzanne Dando in the pre match build up to the same game was a career highlight. Currently unable to play as much as I'd like due to work and family commitments. I Hope to make the occasional tour game and catch up with the great bunch that make Penn Street a special club. Update: have managed to squeeze a few games in over the past 12 months 

After an entertaining first season I am aiming to take Penn Street by storm and become the clubs best utility batter, bowler and fielder

Still a bit chilly for me!!

Part of the original PSCC Junior Section, Pete has progressed through the ranks to the senior team and has played with quality PSCC legends along the way including Harry Harrison, Huwy James, Timmy Coombes, Basher Bate, Loppy Lander just to name a few. As an opener or coming in at number 3, Pete likes to compare himself to Ricky Ponting. The only slight resemblence is the kicking of dust at the crease and the odd rant.

A product of the origional PSCC juniors back in the day. I don't play as much as I used to as the cricket clashes with the Crown Bowls season and both games at a weekend takes it's toll on the joints.

First change bowler who delivers military medium pace. Love to get the V600 out as well and have a smash occasionally!

Peter Lofty.
Age. 33
Favorite shot. The bludgeon!
Most commonly said on the field.(Text deleted)
Has a tendency to get rather raggy if receiving a bit of tap. But not quite as much as Captain Chris Fletcher

Rotund yet energetic tail ender whom for some reason is thought of as a batsman. On his day, his slow medium swing bowling can be an effective 1st/2nd change and has led to the Holding/Goodchild esque nickname "Slow painful death!"

Young, enthusiastic deamond of a player, not well known for batting abilities apart from of leg, more reknowned for the bowling abilities of getting bats men all confused with the in and out swinging balls, simon jones bowling esque.

Now not so young and a little wiser, Jacko has adapted his batting style to the teams needs, either GO BIG OR GO HOME or GET ANGRY! And also enjoys ro keep if needed!

Moonlighting at Penn street for extra practice however getting the odd game in at Home for Devon side Morebath CC. Bit of an all rounder really, but with an interesting bowling technique that can be useful at mopping up tail enders......Hu hum When pitched accurately. Still Work in Progress. Improving Batter - Yet to get a duck.

A batsman in the same mould as a Tavaré or an Atherton. However not so much in skill as in the level of disinterest he can induce in spectators on an off day! A product of the original PSCC Junior section, Matt has played for the senior side since the late 80s. Having frustrated many past captains with his ability to get in and then get out, his batting finally started to come good in 2007 just as his throwing arm packed up and he started having to use Deep Heat on a weekly basis! All hopes of a career as an allrounder were dashed by 2 people - James Oakden and Chris Herriott, after the former smashed his "tepid hand-grenades" for 37 in one over and the latter felt a ball just missing off stump on the 6th ball, was worthy of a "wide" call. He is most definitely NOT bitter!

product of the youth team, looking for that consistent * on the scorecard with the bat and aiming to reach the dizzying heights of 20 wickets for the season

Left handed batsman who'll bat anywhere in the order!. James is looking to come into some form this year after spending some time improving his technique. Out to enjoy the cricket on the hallowed turf of Penn street! Also a useful bowler if the team is looking for a more challenging run chase...

Rob is that rare beast - a cricket playing Scotsman. He is a cavalier batsman (i.e lots of big hoiks, wild swishes, no defensive technique to speak of) and specialist close fieldsman, where his lightning reflexes, imperviousness to personal safety and dislike of having to turn and run after the ball makes him difficult to pass. Actually, when we say "lightning reflexes", we do of course mean "lightning relexes by the standards of a middleaged scotsman whose best chance of stopping the ball is to turn side-on to block it".
Declaration bowler only.

Genuine fast bowler who scored a 100* on debut. Favorite shot over cow corner!

Hi

I' Ian or worky whichever you prefer!!

When I was younger I used to play for Slough in the Thames valley league, eventually opening the bowling for the first team for 4 seasons. I played for the club for 12 years. 

I then played for a number of club games before I was asked to play for the Royal Household Cricket Club (in the Windsor castle grounds) where I was privileged to meet The Queen Mother, The Queen and Cilla Black!!

I have not played for a few years following on from a shoulder operation. 

However my son, Matthew (15) is very much into cricket and I have been "coaching" him since he was 4. My Family regularly sit and watch Penn Street on a weekend, as arm chair critics and between watching and my son interest, I have the bug again. 

I am now hoping that I have still got what it takes to contribute to Penn Street CC and for the opportunity to play with my son ( a sporting fathers dream lol) 

Anyway hope this gives you some insight into me and am looking forward to meeting you all

Ian