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chairman's message for 2010 - robin o'grady

As we look forward to a hot, dry summer and an enjoyable cricket season, I am pleased to be Chairman of Flamingo Cricket Club in 2010. There is no doubt that the Holt Cricket Ground, set in the heart of the Hampshire countryside at Upham, near Bishops Waltham is one of the most picturesque grounds in Hampshire and we are indeed fortunate to play our cricket there. When the weather is warm, there is no better place to be than at the Holt, watching Flamingo CC playing cricket in the sun.

Our 1st XI will again compete in the Hampshire Cricket League, County Division 2 and our 2nd XI in the Hampshire Cricket League, Regional Division 2 North East. I am delighted that Richard Manthorpe and Adie Heath were both re-elected to skipper the teams this season and I wish them both good luck in their pursuit of promotion from their respective divisions.

I believe 2009, our 50th Anniversary season was a successful one. Whist there were no team promotions, the spirit and enthusiasm within the Club was high. The season concluded with a memorable weekend. Flamingo CC hosted another visit from the Lashings World XI and their world famous international cricketers who beat us for the third successive year. The following day members past & present played a commemorative match to celebrate our “half century”.

As I look forward to 2010, my thanks go to everyone associated with the Club. Whether playing, umpiring, scoring, preparing the square, cutting the grass, making the teas, uploading the website or maintaining the clubhouse etc., your efforts are much appreciated. Without you, there is no Flamingo Cricket Club.

Also, as I write this seasonal message, I would like to welcome the new associate members to our club from the Brigadier Gerard pub, who will be playing under the name of the “Millbury Flamingos” on Sundays and Thursdays. I know everyone will make them very welcome.

Have a great summer and enjoy your cricket.

Robin O'Grady

Chairman, Flamingo CC

Flamingo at the double

Both Flamingo teams got back to winning ways on Saturday after losing streaks.

The 1st XI set Hungerford 239 for victory including a 60 not out from Chris Todd. The target which proved too tougher a test with Flamingo 29 run winners to continue their promotion push.

Also good news for the 2nd XI, who won by 8 wickets, bowling Rotherfield Park out for 72 thanks to 5 wickets from Mark McLeonards.

Flamingo look to finish strongly

With both teams sitting comfortably in the top half of the table, the pressure is off going into the last 2 weeks of the 2010 season.

After 2 weeks off due to rain, the 1st XI are back in action against Pylewell Park on Saturday whilst the 2nd XI look to build on 5 wins in 6 against RNA Sports.