Forfarshire CC - 14th May 2012

   
 

Forfarshire CC - 2012
 
Forfarshire CC are based at Forthill Sports Club in Broughty Ferry and run four senior teams as well as junior cricket at five different age groups.
 
Season 2011 was highly successful for the club - Forfarshire finished in third place of the SNCL Premiership, Forthill were crowned champions of division one of the Strathmore & Perthshire Union and gained promotion and Forthill XI finished in third place of division two of the Strathmore and Perthshire Union and have also been promoted.

New for 2012 is the introduction of Forthill 3rd XI who will play in division three of the Strathmore & Perthshire Union and will mainly consist of young players making the transition from junior to senior cricket.

Junior cricket is a major part of the club, with training sessions organised by qualified coaches along with participation in all local and national league or cup competitions.
 
New members for all teams and age-groups are always welcome. Use the contact page to request more information, or just come along to one of the training sessions.
    
For more information about Forfarshire CC, use the contact page to get in touch.
 
     
   
 
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Weekend Results - 12th & 13th May

Forfarshire faced another idle Saturday after Myreside was flooded forcing the early cancellation of their opening CSL match against Watsonians. Gordonians visit to Forthill went ahead on a damp wicket with Gordonians winning a low scoring games by 5 wickets. Sunday saw Kinloch hit a mammoth winning total of 291 against Forthill 2nd XI while the fourth XI missed out on a trip to St.Modans due to rain.

The early loss of Howie, followed by the unfortunate run out of Lachlan brought Elliot (23) and Scott (15) together in the seventh over, and they stayed together for ten overs before Elliot was caught for 23 with the total on 55. Dennis attempted to hit overseas amateur Mahoney over the top but was caught at mid-off at the third attempt, and was followed shortly after by Scott who played round a delivery from pro Cowell with the total on 56 for 4. Wickets continued to fall steadily, with only Glenn (12 not out) resisting the visiting attack in challenging conditions. Forthill were all out for 88 in the 38th over.

Gordonians looked to be heading for a comfortable victory on reaching 26 for 1, but a three wicket collapse put interest back into the game as the visitors fell to 37 for 4 with Howie (3 for 24) causing the visitors some difficulty on the slow wicket. In the end, the New Zealand duo of Cowell and Mahoney saw Gordonians through to victory in the 25th over.
scorecard  photo gallery

A second consecutive league century for Shakir (127 not out) along with 59 from Karthik helped Kinloch amass 291 at Forthill on Sunday. Craig topped the bowling with 2 for 54 along with a wicket each for Chris, Scott and Christian. Facing an uphill challenge, Clark (66) looked comfortable against the visiting attack but a sharp caught and bowled was held by Shakir to end his innings. Abdullah (32 not out) offered late resistance but ran out of partners as Forthill 2nd XI headed for 168 all out.  scorecard


  
     
   
 

Weekend Results - 5th & 6th May

Forfarshire finally got their competitive season underway at Forthill on Saturday and wasted little time in overcoming Ayr in a Scottish Cup tie. Forthill went down to DHSFP by 2 wickets at Dalnacraig in a game that either side could have won. Sunday saw Forthill 2nd XI lose to Dalnacraig by 49 runs while the fourth team's match at Montrose was cancelled due to heavy rain.

An under-strength Ayr side got off to a useful start with openers Smith (39) and A.McElnea (25) taking the total to 64 before Samir picked up his first Scottish Cup wicket in the 17th over. The introduction of Blackie and Jalees put a strangle hold on the visitors scoring rate, with their combined 20 overs conceding just 45 runs. Aman (4 for 37) returned to the attack and the visitors struggled to 157 for 7 after 46 overs before a late charge from S.McElnea and Leck saw them up to 194 for 8 in 50 overs.

Tim was promoted to open the batting with Brendan, but a mis-judged leave saw his innings end with just one run on the board. From then on, Brendan (104 not out) and Craig (78 not out) produced a faultless display of batting that saw Forfarshire race to a 9 wicket win in the 27th over.  scorecard  video

Forthill took first use of a soft and slow Dalnacraig wicket and reached 164 for 9 in 45 overs thanks to a patient 67 from Howie, 33 from Adam and 21 from Dennis. High School's reply started well but a fightback from Forthill saw the scoreboard swing from 90 for 2 to 104 for 7 thanks to a great 5-wicket haul by Adees. The hard-hitting Zeed cleared the ropes five times to take the game away from Forthill with 4 overs remaining.  scorecard

Dalnacraig brought a strong team to Forthill on Sunday, and 93 from K.Ancell along with 39 from R.Horne saw a useful total of 200 scored. Gav (26) and Scott put on 39 for the first wicket to give the run chase a good start, and further good work followed from Adam (22) and Clark (22) but when both fell in consecutive overs, the chase fell away and Forthill 2nd XI ended 49 runs short of their target.  match report


  
     
   
 

Weekend Results - 28th/29th April
  
Forthill got their season off to a winning start on Saturday (28th April) with an 80-run victory over Meigle at Forthill, while in Aberfeldy, Forthill 2nd XI lost by 5 wickets to Breadalbane despite a spirited performance. Forfarshire's Scottish Cup match against Freuchie fell victim to last week's rain. Forthill 3rd XI made their debut against St.Modans XI at Forthill on Sunday, and were involved in a last over thiller – St.Modans sneaking home with just one ball to spare.

Forthill batted first on a soft wicket, and the steady Meigle opening attack of Leese and Morrison were rewarded with an early wicket apiece. Scott G (64) and Scott C (13) took the total up to 100 before both fell in quick succession before a restrained 24 not out from Callum along with good support from Hogi saw Forthill up to 150 before the last wicket fell. At 40 for 2, Meigle were making good progress in their run chase but the introduction of Dennis had an immediate effect and a flurry of wickets saw Meigle collapse to 70 all out, Dennis taking 4 for 12.  scorecard  photo gallery

In Aberfeldy, Forthill 2nd XI were inserted on a very soft Victoria Park wicket and the combined efforts of Bryce (41), Scott (31), Clark (27no) and Glenn (26) saw 168 for 6 scored in 45 overs which was thought above average given the conditions. The talented batting of Wimberley (77) took the game away from Forthill 2nd XI but his innings was halted when Blair trapped him LBW for the first of his two wickets. A wicket apiece for Glenn, Christian and Craig completed the Forthill rewards, and Breadalbane won by 5wickets - but with just 3 overs to spare. Read more of the day's events here:  match report

Forthill 3rd XI chose to bat first, and posted a creditable 172 with Callum (35), Abdullah (27) and Andy (25) the top-scorers. St.Modans reached 83 for no loss when a miss-judged single saw Finlay's pick-up and throw effect a run-out that sparked two further quick wickets to leave St.Modans 89 for 3 after 24 overs. The young Forfs stuck to their task well in bitterly cold conditions and economical spells from Callum, Scott and Rory set up a thrilling finish with 14 required from twelve balls which St.Modans achieved with one ball to spare.  scorecard
   

  
     
   
 
   
Junior Coaching Start Dates and Times

Junior coaching will take place on the following days and times
  
u10 kwik-cricket Monday   6.30-8.00pm   starts Mon 23rd April*
 u11 mini-hardball  Monday 6.30-8.00pm
 starts Mon 23rd April*
under 13 Thursday 5.30-7.30pm
 starts Thurs 19th April
under 15 Tuesday
 5.30-7.30pm
 starts Tuesday 17th April
under 18  Tues & Thurs 
 6.30-8.30pm
   starts Tuesday 17th April  
*u10 and u11 new members from Monday 30th April
    
more information on junior coaching can be found here
 
 
  
     
   
 
Senior Nets

 Outdoor Nets - Seniors
Senior training takes place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6pm – 8.30pm.
New members are welcome - just come along, or use the Contact page to find out more.

Senior Coach for Season 2012
Forfarshire have secured the services of Tony Judd as Senior Coach for 2012. Tony brings a wealth of coaching experience to the Club and will be familiar face to many through his work with the Scottish Saltires. Tony will be at Forthill on twelve Tuesday evenings throughout the season with Ryan Watson taking the remaining Tuesday sessions.

  
     
   
 
Season Opener at Arbroath - Sunday 15th April

Forfarshire made the short journey to Arbroath on Sunday to get the 2012 season started and lost a well contested friendly by 3 wickets with 11 balls remaining.

Batting first in cold conditions, Forfarshire were bowled out for 141 in the 38th over with Craig (41 from 60 balls) and Dean (23 from 43 balls) sharing a useful 5th wicket partnership of 53.

At 78 for 6 after 25 overs, Forfarshire looked to have the upper hand over Arbroath, but with opening bat McLean still at the wicket and the Forfs bowlers contributing 21 wides to the scoreline, Arbroath reached their target in the 39th over, McLean finishing on 75 not out.  photo gallery
   
   
  
     
   
 
Early Season Fixtures

The 2012 season gets underway on Saturday 14th April when Forfarshire take on Stoneywood-Dyce in a friendly at Forthill, followed by a trip to Arbroath the next day. The first competitive action is on Saturday 21st April when the re-vamped Scottish Cup format sees Stenhousemuir visit Forthill. Forthill's return to the S&PU Premier division starts on Saturday 28th April with a visit from Meigle while Forthill 2nd XI start with a friendly at Strathmore on Sunday 22nd April. The first outing for the new 4th XI takes place on Sunday 29th April when Forthill 3rd XI play host to St.Modans. 
   
Saturday 14th April  -  Forfarshire v Stoneywood-Dyce, friendly at Forthill, 1pm
Sunday 15th April  -  Forfarshire v Arbroath, friendly at Lochlands, 12noon
Saturday 21st April  -  Forfarshire v Stenhousemuir, Scottish Cup at Forthill, 12noon
Sunday 22nd April  -  Forfarshire v Falkland, friendly at Forthill, 1pm
Sunday 22nd April  -  Forthill 2nd XI v Strathmore XI, friendly at Lochside Park, 1pm
Saturday 28th April  -  Forfarshire v Freuchie, Scottish Cup at Freuchie, 12noon
Saturday 28th April  -  Forthill v Meigle, S&PU Premier at Forthill, 1pm
Saturday 28th April  -  Forthill 2nd XI v Breadalbane, S&PU div.1 at Aberfeldy, 1pm
Sunday 29th April  -  Forthill 3rd XI v St.Modans, S&PU div.3 at Forthill, 1pm
       
  
     
   
 

Forfarshire Kit
Still Available to Order

   
Forfarshire’s official kit is available to order directly from the Provan Sports.

The kit is manufactured by Canterbury and comes in the club colours of blue or white with brown trim and all items have the club crest on them.

 Items can be ordered online from Canterbury's local agent, Provan Sports Ltd, using the following link.

www.pslteamsports.com 

 
     
   
 

 
     
   
 

Office Bearers for 2012

President  –  Rae McLelland
Club Captain  –  Craig Wallace
Vice Captain  –  Scott Galloway
Forthill Captain  –  Graeme Garden
Forthill XI Vice Captain  –  Dennis Petrie
Forthill XI Captain  –  David Sim
Forthill XI Vice Captain  –  Steven Sim

Management Committee
Dick Auchinleck, Graeme Garden, Graham McLelland, Rae McLelland,
Ian Reoch, Simon Walker, Diane Salisbury, David Sim, Steven Sim,
David Thomson, Gordon Walker

Selection Committee
Graeme Garden, Ian Reoch, David Sim,
David Thomson, Craig Wallace

Treasurer – Graham McLelland
Fixture Secretary - Ian Potts
Match Secretary - Ian Reoch
Junior Convener – Dick Auchinleck
Child Protection Officer – Irene Morrison
    

  
     
   
 


New Net Project

Forfarshire CC have launched a fundraising campaign to raise funds to build a new 3-lane state of the art practice facility. The new nets allow the high quality coaching that the club offers to continue in forthcoming years.

 

The club has invested many thousands of pounds in recent years to provide high quality coaching for all the senior and junior teams, and recent successes show the benefit of that effort. To continue this, and raise the standard of coaching offered even further, new net facilities are required to replace the ageing concrete nets.

 

A new net structure has been designed and costed that will comprise three bays to cater for the increased number of senior and junior cricketers that the club has been coaching in recent years. The cost of the project is approximately £45000 and grants have been identified for part of that amount, but the club needs to raise £14000 as soon as possible.

 

Sponsorship Suggestions:
 
If you have any suggestions of companies or individuals who would be interested in sponsoring the project, then please use the Contact Us page to email Ryan Watson, or our Sponsorship Convenor Gordon Walker. We hope every club member can suggest at least one company that might be willing to help.


 If anyone requires more information on the project or any aspect of the sponsorship, click on Contact Us to email Ryan Watson.

  
     
   
 
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Date: Thu 17 May 2012
 ForfarshireFreuchieAway (Muir Road)6.15pm
 Forfarshire u15Perth Doo'cot u15Home6.30pm

Date: Fri 18 May 2012
 Forfarshire u11 (mini)Strathmore u11Away (Lochside Park)6.30pm

Date: Sat 19 May 2012
 ForfarshireAberdeenshireHome12noon
 ForthillMannofieldAway (** Kellands Park, Inverurie **)1pm
 Forthill 2nd XIRossie PrioryAway ( Rossie Priory)1pm
 
     
 
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Date: Wed 16 May 2012
 Forthill 2nd XIDalnacraig Lost 59 runs

Date: Sun 13 May 2012
 Forthill 2nd XIKinloch Lost 123 runs
 Forthill 3rd XISt.Modans XI CANCELLED

Date: Sat 12 May 2012
 ForfarshireWatsonians CANCELLED
 ForthillGordonians Lost 5 wickets

Date: Thu 10 May 2012 (Showing 1 of 2 items. Group continues on the next page.)
 ForfarshireFreuchie CANCELLED
 
     
 
Changes & Additions to Fixture Card (updated 12th May)
 
 

Monday 14th May - addition
Forfarshire u13 v Arbroath u13,
Friendly at Forthill, 6.30pm start.

Wednesday 16th May – addition
Dundee University v Aberdeen University, start 11am

Thursday 17th May - addition
Forfarshire u15 v Perth Doo'cot u15
u15 National Knockout at Forthill, 6.30pm start.

Thursday 17th May - addition
Forfarshire v Freuchie,
Murgitroyd 20/20 Knockout at Muir Road, 6.15pm start.

Friday 1st June – change
Strathmore u11 v Forfarshire u11
Mini-hardball league at Lochside Park

Wednesday 4th July - correction
Strathmore u13 v Forfarshire u13
u13 league at LochsidePark, 6.30pm start

Friday 6th July – change
Forfarshire u11 v Strathmore u11
Mini-hardball league atForthill

Friday 20th July – change
Forfarshire u11 v Strathmore u11
Mini-hardball league at Forthill

Sunday 22nd July – addition
Coupar Angus v Forthill 2nd/3rd XI
Friendly at Largan Park, 2pm start (30 overs)

Monday 23rd July – addition
Forfarshire u11 v Largo u11
Mini-hardball friendly at Forthill, 6.30pm start

Tuesday 31st July – addition
Largo u13 v Forfarshire u13
Friendly at East Drive, Largo, 6.30pm

Monday 6th August – addition
Largo u11 v Forfarshire u11
Mini-hardball friendly at East Drive, Largo, 6.30pm

Friday 10th August – addition
Forfarshire u13 v Largo u13
Friendly at Forthill, 6.30pm start


    

  
     
 
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