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Frocester dominate U13 Age group

Frocester were dominant in the SDCA Under 13 Competitions in 2010. Both their A and B teams finished top of their respective leagues and they capped a fine season by winning the K.O. Cup competition.Weather was not a major factor for a change as only 2 fixtures from a total of 21 were unplayed. In League A, Frocester A finished with 16 points after winning 5 of their 6 fixtures – their other game was cancelled. Hardwicke finished on the same points as Frocester but are runners up as they were beaten by the champions to record their only defeat. Painswick finish 3rd after a strong season where they won 4 of their 6 fixtures. In League B, Frocester again prevailed as their B side won maximum points from 7 games. Cam B finished runners up on 18 points after winning 5 of their 8 games and they were followed by Chalford with 16 points from 8 games. The K.O. Cup once again suffered from a few clubs conceding their matches as two quarter finals resulted in walk-overs. The final was eventually contested at the picturesque old Frampton ground on the Green and Frocester saved their best to last as they defeated Painswick. Alex Ireland (122) and Ben Tegg (72) batted superbly and found the small boundaries with ease as Frocester piled up 233-2 from just 20 overs. Painswick battled gamely but were never in the hunt as Frocester ran out deserved winners.

Pink Balls

The response we've so far had for the Pink balls we are using in junior cricket and for Evening Senior matches has been very positive. We do have more pink balls in stock at very reasonable prices. If you would like to purchase additional balls please contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk.

Scoresheets

We will no longer be supplying U13 scoresheets. However if you require them you can download them as word documents in zip format here

Cricket Club Grants

Did you know (or had you forgotten that...) the Lords Taverners scheme allows you to purchase (or FREE for Kwik Cricket kit) a bag of kit for Youngsters for just £25 EVERY YEAR. In addition we have some info on small grants opportunities and other Grant Aid. If interested contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk.

Changes to ECB Directives

THE ECB has recently made amendments to The Safe Hands list of documents - in particular there are changes to Fast Bowling Directives and Junior Cricketers playing in Open Age cricket - this will affect Under 13's who cannot now play in Open Age Cricket without written consent. You can view the new guidelines by visiting the ECB website and searching for 'Safe Hands'.

Youth Sponsorship

The league is currently looking for a Youth sponsor, or a few smaller sponsors for both senior and junior cricket. If you are interested please contact admin@sdca-cricket.co.uk