There is only one way to describe the forthcoming 2008 season
and that is �pivotal�.
With the Saturday 1st XI embarking on another Devon Cricket
League (DCL) �A� Division campaign having finished fifth, fourth
and fourth again in the last three years, we have assembled a
title chasing side, with the return of Zimbabwean front line
batsman, Ryan Butterworth, and the arrival of Adrian Ezquerro,
an experienced Australian all rounder, fresh from playing Grade
One cricket for North Sydney CC.
The youthful look of the 1st XI squad remains, with three of
our top young cricketers returning from winter cricket in Perth
to join the rest of the squad in April, for the completion of
the intensive programme of pre-season training.
Premiere Division cricket beckons too for the Saturday 2nd
XI, as with three consecutive promotions in the bag, they are
just one step away from achieving an unprecedented rise from the
�D� Division to the pinnacle of DCL 2nd XI cricket, in just four
years.
The Sunday 1st XI are already there, having reached the North
Devon League (NDL) Premiere Division with their third promotion
in a row and with a young Captain and Vice-Captain leading the
way, we can look forward to some very competitive cricket
against some of the very best clubs in Devon.
To feed our future development, the Sunday 2nd XI (playing in
the NDL Division Five) provides an opportunity for our colts to
enjoy a game of senior cricket played in a less intense, but
equally competitive manner.
Looking further in to the future, we have a full programme of
matches at Under 10s and Under 11s, working closely with the
local community to introduce and foster the game of cricket at
an early age.
Off the field we continue to benefit from a hard working
membership, committed to providing facilities aligned with the
high standard of cricket aspired to. The Pavilion is looking
better than ever and the ground is an absolute picture.
As an added bonus on the playing side, we are hosting the
inaugural Mid-Devon 20/20 competition with ten local teams
competing in this exciting form of the game. The semi-final and
final will be held on Sunday 10th August and the scene is set
for a very entertaining day�s cricket.
Whether you are a budding Andrew Flintoff, a fanatical
supporter or just have a passing interest in cricket, we look
forward to welcoming you to Kensham Park for another action
packed season.
