Dennis Constable
Fri, Dec 2 2011 05:24
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| Dennis Constable with the 1st Eleven on Presidents in 2009 |
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing away of Dennis Constable. Dennis was one of the stalwarts of the Club in the 1940's and 50's and was the brother of one of EMCC's great players, Bernie Constable, who played many times for Surrey CCC.
Earlier this season Dennis's son Alan, and his wife Charmaine, generously donated a beautiful glass trophy to the Club to be awarded annually to the Young Player of the Year. This year the Constable Cup was won by Andrew Westphal.
Alan has written to Jon Elworthy, the Club Secretary stating,
"As you know cricket was a great part of fathers life and East Molesey CC was a major part of fathers cricketing life. I think that the day the club played the Australian Touring Team was one of the proudest of his cricketing time. Whenever he spoke about the day he always had a smile on his face and a little twinkle in his eye.
Dad played at the club before the war and apart from the war years, and the two years at Northampton, continued to play for the club until we moved to Basingstoke in 1957.
Although father had few memories of the day (he suffered from dementia towards the end of his life), the presidents day in 2009 was very special to him and he knew that he was part of something special on the day.
At the hospital on Tuesday evening we told him again about the Constable Cup, Charmaine was holding his hand at the time and when we told him he gave her hand a small squeeze.
Dad's funeral will take place on 16th December 2011 at Wessex Vale Crematorium, Hedge End near Southampton at 2.30pm.
One last thing, could I ask you to send me another copy of the club emblem so that a coffin plate can be made up, it will go in place of the rose that is normally put on the coffin lid."
Jon has sent a plaque to Alan as requested and Malcolm Lawford is to represent the Club at the service on the 16th December. I know the family will welcome anyone else from the Club who can attend.
We pass on our condolences to Dennis's family at this sad time.
Sam Burge top scores at Lord's
Fri, Aug 26 2011 06:00
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| The Club Cricket Conference XI |
Sam's eagerness slightly got the better of him when he arrived so early that he had to ask for the gates to be open, just so that he could sit in the same seat that Sachin Tendulkar uses in the changing room!
After warming up on the Nursery ground, the CCC side won the toss and chose to bowl on a very 'club-like' wicket, which was clearly not the main concern of the head groundsman, Mick Hunt - who had a 4 day championship game as well as the one day county finals to prepare for.
The MCC side scored a very competitive 252 off their 50 overs which meant it was half time, and lunch. Sam reported that he indulged in the most delicious pumpkin soup followed by the 'most succulent' chicken he had ever tasted. Knowing he was batting 3 he decided to give the dessert a miss. 5 choices obviously wasn't enough for him!
When Sam's go came to have a bat, he took the most famous walk out to the middle in the world, walking from the balcony through the changing rooms and down the stairs through the long room and out onto the famous Lords surface, a walk which many dream of making. Thankfully he was able to get off the mark with a clip off his legs for four followed by a similar shot the next over off Kevin Dean, the former Derbyshire opening bowler. He was on 8.
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| The SIX |
With the wicket drying out, the wicket started to become very conducive to spin, favouring the MCC side and they continued to frustrate the CCC top order with most batsman getting starts but failing to continue. Sam continued to accumulate runs and with the run rate in control, he was able to play the anchor role. Nevertheless, his moment came in the 29th over when he swept the off spinner 10 rows back into the tavern stand for a 6. A 6 at Lords....
It was all going swimmingly as the East Molesey captain moved into the 40's when the fun ended at an instant. Sam swept the ball to the fielder on the ring and was called through for a single by his teammate Scott McKenzie, an extremely tight single at the best of times especially when still on your knees playing the shot, wondering why you haven't found the gap! Despite a desperate attempt to make his ground, he was run out at the pavilion end for 41, a score which would end as his team's top score.
A ripple of applause from the MCC members met him as he went back through the long room, up the stairs into the changing room, avoiding all temptation to repeat the actions of Matt Prior by breaking a changing room window amidst his frustration of getting out.
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| Looking quite at home Sam! |
With Sam now watching on, the CCC required 100 off the last 20 overs and subsequently 8 off the last over with only the 1 wicket left. When Sunbury opening bowler, Justin Granger hit a 6 off the second ball, the win was imminent however when he tried to repeat the feat he was adjudged LBW, only 2 short.
As the team went downstairs to shake the hands of the MCC players Sam was able to reflect on a truly special day.
Many thanks to Jim Baptist and David Pearce for coming along to watch on the day, the Molesey contingent was out in full force once again!
Stoke Molesey Ladies stay top of the table with win over Epsom
Tue, Aug 23 2011 10:53
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Women’s Surrey Trust League
Stoke Molesey Ladies 115 for 1 (20 overs)
Epsom Ladies 105 for 9 (20 overs)
Stoke Molesey Ladies won by 10 runs
Stoke Molesey Ladies travelled to Epsom keen to complete the away fixture of this pairing after the rain abandoned home tie on Wednesday night. A great game was served up as a fitting prelude to Epsom’s Presidents game which was held afterwards.
Epsom won the toss and put Stoke Molesey in to bat on a good looking wicket. Rosie McEwing opened with Megan Kapadia. Rosie was lucky to survive being dropped at short extra cover off of the first ball of the innings. However her luck ran out when she was caught off of her third ball to a good running catch by Nicky Bowes. 0 for 1. This bought captain Amy Page to the wicket who snicked her first ball past the Epsom keeper. At this point the Stoke Molesey girls were strangely quiet although this was probably due to the match starting at 10:00am on a Sunday rather than the state of the match.
Megan however seemed unfazed by the match position and dug in with her Captain to put the innings back on track. Both Megan and Amy batted sensibly respecting the good ball and punishing the bad ball to re-build the Stoke Molesey innings and see off the Epsom openers Sunderland and West who bowled good lines.
The change bowlers were less consistent with Page in particular putting away the bad balls ruthlessly. Page hit 7 fours in her 51 and retired in the 15th over of the alloted 20 overs. In came Charlotte Elworthy who ran aggressively and looked to hit he ball immediately. Megan continued to accumulate runs and hit 3 fours on her chanceless 31 not out. faced the final over and hit the last two balls through the covers for four ensuring Stoke Molesey posted a competitive total of 115 for 1.
Stoke Molesey knew they would have to bowl and field well to defend 115. Page threw the ball to the experienced McEwing and her opening spell of 3 overs went for just 13 runs.
Not to be out done opening form the other end Charlotte Elworthy’s allotted 4 overs went for just 9 runs including a maiden. The pressure was building on the Epsom batters as the bowlers were supported in the field by a committed fielding effort by all the Stoke Molesey players.
The first wicket to fall was that of Anda who was LBW to first change bowler Megan Kapidia who after carrying her bat through the Stoke Molesey innings took 3 for 20 as the Epsom batters tried to break the shackles of the good lines of the Stoke Molesey Bowlers.
The other 2 were sharp catches by Elworthy and Page. Millie Frost joined the attack and bowled full and straight and was rewarded with by bowling Stockbridge and Hodgson and supported with a good catch by McEwing to account for Bose.
With wickets starting to fall the Epsom players became more expansive with their stroke play and ran more aggressively to keep up with the required run rate. Page rotated her bowlers to ensure all her players were involved in the game and the Epsom a batters did not settle. Jenny Gluckman bowled a good over but Hugo took a liking to her straight lines and she was withdrawn from the attack. After another committed performance behind the stumps Alex Travers swaped the gloves with and bowled a solid over of leg spin. Louisa Bray Stoke Molesey’s other keeper also bowled a good over as Epsom became more desperate chasing down the target.
The Espom batters started taking more chances and the Stoke Molesey fielders held their composure resulting in run outs for Travers, Gluckman and McEwing. This commitment in the field was epitomised by Phoebe Eggar who in her first season in competitive cricket fielded with great commitment throughout the twenty overs.
With 9 wickets down and 15 required off of the final over Epsom closed their innings on 106 for 9 falling just 10 runs short in a well fought game. The young Stoke Molesey side game came through by sticking to the basics and playing good quality cricket.
Special thanks must go to the Epsom side who lent us 2 fielders as we only had 9; Drew Patrick who postponed Club rubbish duties to umpire for us and Rob McEwing who delayed going to the Oval to support the girls and run the scorebook.
Plus we must also must not forget all the parents who came along and gave up their Sunday morning lie in to support the girls. Thank you all for your continued support.
Scorecard : http://www.stokecc.co.uk/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Amy-Page.png
Stoke Molesey Ladies 115 for 1 (20 overs)
Epsom Ladies 105 for 9 (20 overs)
Stoke Molesey Ladies won by 10 runs
Stoke Molesey Ladies travelled to Epsom keen to complete the away fixture of this pairing after the rain abandoned home tie on Wednesday night. A great game was served up as a fitting prelude to Epsom’s Presidents game which was held afterwards.
Epsom won the toss and put Stoke Molesey in to bat on a good looking wicket. Rosie McEwing opened with Megan Kapadia. Rosie was lucky to survive being dropped at short extra cover off of the first ball of the innings. However her luck ran out when she was caught off of her third ball to a good running catch by Nicky Bowes. 0 for 1. This bought captain Amy Page to the wicket who snicked her first ball past the Epsom keeper. At this point the Stoke Molesey girls were strangely quiet although this was probably due to the match starting at 10:00am on a Sunday rather than the state of the match.
Megan however seemed unfazed by the match position and dug in with her Captain to put the innings back on track. Both Megan and Amy batted sensibly respecting the good ball and punishing the bad ball to re-build the Stoke Molesey innings and see off the Epsom openers Sunderland and West who bowled good lines.
The change bowlers were less consistent with Page in particular putting away the bad balls ruthlessly. Page hit 7 fours in her 51 and retired in the 15th over of the alloted 20 overs. In came Charlotte Elworthy who ran aggressively and looked to hit he ball immediately. Megan continued to accumulate runs and hit 3 fours on her chanceless 31 not out. faced the final over and hit the last two balls through the covers for four ensuring Stoke Molesey posted a competitive total of 115 for 1.
Stoke Molesey knew they would have to bowl and field well to defend 115. Page threw the ball to the experienced McEwing and her opening spell of 3 overs went for just 13 runs.
Not to be out done opening form the other end Charlotte Elworthy’s allotted 4 overs went for just 9 runs including a maiden. The pressure was building on the Epsom batters as the bowlers were supported in the field by a committed fielding effort by all the Stoke Molesey players.
The first wicket to fall was that of Anda who was LBW to first change bowler Megan Kapidia who after carrying her bat through the Stoke Molesey innings took 3 for 20 as the Epsom batters tried to break the shackles of the good lines of the Stoke Molesey Bowlers.
The other 2 were sharp catches by Elworthy and Page. Millie Frost joined the attack and bowled full and straight and was rewarded with by bowling Stockbridge and Hodgson and supported with a good catch by McEwing to account for Bose.
With wickets starting to fall the Epsom players became more expansive with their stroke play and ran more aggressively to keep up with the required run rate. Page rotated her bowlers to ensure all her players were involved in the game and the Epsom a batters did not settle. Jenny Gluckman bowled a good over but Hugo took a liking to her straight lines and she was withdrawn from the attack. After another committed performance behind the stumps Alex Travers swaped the gloves with and bowled a solid over of leg spin. Louisa Bray Stoke Molesey’s other keeper also bowled a good over as Epsom became more desperate chasing down the target.
The Espom batters started taking more chances and the Stoke Molesey fielders held their composure resulting in run outs for Travers, Gluckman and McEwing. This commitment in the field was epitomised by Phoebe Eggar who in her first season in competitive cricket fielded with great commitment throughout the twenty overs.
With 9 wickets down and 15 required off of the final over Epsom closed their innings on 106 for 9 falling just 10 runs short in a well fought game. The young Stoke Molesey side game came through by sticking to the basics and playing good quality cricket.
Special thanks must go to the Epsom side who lent us 2 fielders as we only had 9; Drew Patrick who postponed Club rubbish duties to umpire for us and Rob McEwing who delayed going to the Oval to support the girls and run the scorebook.
Plus we must also must not forget all the parents who came along and gave up their Sunday morning lie in to support the girls. Thank you all for your continued support.
Scorecard : http://www.stokecc.co.uk/news/wp-content/uploads/2011/07/Amy-Page.png
Sam Burge at Lords
Mon, Aug 22 2011 11:43
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Sam Burge, our 1st Eleven Captain has been selected to play for a Club Cricket Conference side against an MCC side at Lords on the 22nd August. Entry to the match is free and the match starts at 11.00am. We know it is short notice but if you can get there for an hour or so, I am sure Sam will appreciate it. For more information please visit:
http://www.lords.org/latest-news/news-archive/free-cricket-at-lords,2145,NS.html
http://www.lords.org/latest-news/news-archive/free-cricket-at-lords,2145,NS.html
Sally Strang and Jon Elworthy win an OSCA!
Sun, Aug 7 2011 02:10
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One of the most popular events in the Surrey CCC calendar – the Outstanding Service to Cricket Awards – were held in the OCS Stand during this week’s CB40 victory over the Northamptonshire Steelbacks.
The wide range of cricketing passion throughout
All were warmly applauded as they walked up to the stage to receive their award from Surrey’s Ashes winning England fast bowler Chris Tremlett, who was part of the presentation party alongside Surrey Chairman Richard Thompson; Chief Executive Richard Gould; trustees of the Surrey Cricket Board David Kingsmill and Steve McDonald and Jean-Marc Willems from Foxhills and Farleigh Golf Resorts, kind sponsors of this years awards.
Sally and Jon were nominated by Surrey to receive an OSCA for the work they did for EMCC's NatWest Cricketforce day on 1st April.
East Molesey CC boast a large and vibrant membership on the field and used this year’s NatWest CricketForce as an opportunity to come together off the field and give the club a real lift.
Including staff and players from Surrey County Cricket Club who volunteered for the day, the club boasted 150+ workers, with another fifteen people volunteering through Elmbridge and the local community.
The event saw major gardening and replanting happen across the ground; the far end getting a face lift with the clearance of old railings and fencing and a new row of hedges planted. The club’s pavilion had a complete paint job inside and out, the finishing touch to a major refurbishment of the toilets and showers that had happened in the build up.
With eleven local companies providing free or discounted materials – both Jon Elworthy and Sally Strang were deemed well deserving award winners.
Unfortunately Sally was away on holiday, but we hope to get someone from Surrey to present her Award at the Clubs Award night on the 17th September.
Stoke Molesey Ladies happy with win over Reigate
Thu, Aug 4 2011 10:37
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We are delighted to report that the Reigate Priory Ladies suffered their first defeat in 2 years at the hands of a very well organised Stoke Molesey team in a 30 over match played at Reigate on the evening of August 3rd.
In the absence of regular skipper Amy Page (away on Surrey duty), the SM ladies were led by Rosie McEwing who starred with bat and ball. SM batted first and posted 89 for 2 in their 15 over innings. McEwing and Megan Kapadia featured in a 53 run opening partnership, during the course of which Amy Page was a surprise late arrival at the ground, having driven straight to Reigate from her Surrey match when she heard that her team was short of players. Amy joined Rosie on the fall of the second wicket and the pair shared a quick fire 30 run partnership, with Amy finishing on 17* and Rosie on 41*.
A par score for 15 overs is 110, so the SM Ladies knew that a strong performance in the field was an essential requirement. Rosie gave them the perfect start by clean bowling Camilla Thrush with her first ball and skipper Vicky Howard with her sixth. Suzie Wood followed Rosie's impressive lead by claiming the wicket of Ali Kershaw with her first ball and the superb opening spell was capped by a third wicket for Rosie in her second over, leaving the hosts reeling on 4 for 3.
From that moment onwards, the SM ladies had complete control of the Reigate reply and, despite some brave final over running, the Reigate ladies Closed their innings 20 runs short of the SM total on 69 for 5. Rosie McEwing was the pick of the bowlers finishing her 3 over spell with 3 for 24.
KP comes to coach at EMCC for LCA
Tue, Aug 2 2011 08:01
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| The LCA Class of 2011 |
After his fantastic double century for England against India Kevin Pietersen made sure his exciting week peaked by visiting East Molesey CC to pass on some words of wisdom and sign hundreds of autographs for those taking part in the LCA coaching course that the club was hosting.
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| Unbelievable Tekkers KP |
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His arrival was greeted by cheers from the kids (screams from some of mothers, and one over excited father - the Club Secretary) After a short introduction to the Club, he moved on to the pitch to lead the different age groups in some valuable batting practice.
Each group asked him questions, and had the items they had brought to the days lesson signed by the great man.
Thanks must go to Richard Browning and Richard Logan of LCA for arranging the visit and organising a truly brilliant training program throughout the week.
How on earth they are going to follow this next year we just don't know. Mind you there is also pressure on the Club from the mothers, who have become spoilt by the selection of superstars the Club is attracting KP, Rick Astley - who's next? We understand Brad is staying in Richmond. Watch this space!
Before he left Kevin allowed his portrait to be taken as part of the "snapshot" 2011 photographic project the Club is undertaking with Chris Bishop. The photograph is now on show in the Pavilion.
Thanks again KP for taking the time out to visit. I don't think those attending will ever forget it!
The Luddites – Never Gonna Give You OUT!
Tue, Aug 2 2011 06:27
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After the success of lasts years “accidental” outside concert we decided to do it properly this year with a full covered stage, outside bars and BBQ’s. We also increased the number of tickets available, but could still have sold out twice over. Hopefully next year we will increase the number of tickets to allow even more of our Members and friends to attend. Remember to order as soon as you hear about it next year as it will still be on a “first come, first served basis”. This year we sent out the Clarions to the Club Members two weeks before the general release, even so some missed out. Sorry, but you have to be quicker.
The Luddites - Graham Stack, Simon Mattacks and their drummer called R. Astley - came on after a great warm up by The Suburban Superstars (Mel King and Pete Wilson). The band was dressed in full combat gear and was absolutely brilliant. They ran through their playlist at top speed and Rick wasn’t even put off by having 10 kids three feet from his drum kit. The kids seemed to enjoy themselves and we are sure the playgrounds of Molesey on Monday were filled with slightly deaf kids singing songs from the night before and practicing their air guitars and drums. (Thankfully there have been no reports of the children of the parish verbally abusing their parents or teachers in a Northern accent!)We will be sending Rick, Simon and Graham a cheque for nearly £3000 for their charity The Shooting Star CHASE. If you would like to donate more to the Charity please make a donation via their website www.shootingstarchase.org.uk/donate
Not only were the band superb, so were the helpers and organisers whose hard work made the evening such a success. Special mention must go to Sally Strang, Sarah Mooney, Lucinda Riggs and Clive Goodchild who worked tirelessly before, during, and after the concert.
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| Sally Strang - leads fellow groupies in new dance routine "The Rick Roll" |
Special thanks should also go to those who not only paid for tickets but also volunteered to man the bars and BBQS for the evening. Well done one and all.
We have posted photographs of the evening on our Gallery section and hope that you were behaving when snapped! The video will be posted soon with some great footage of the band, a lot of scenes of people eating and some quite extraordinary dancing. We hope the footage will allow you to continue the enjoyment of the evening, and when the nights draw in and snow is on the ground, it will warm your little hearts!
Here’s the full play list – talk about value for money
MOLLY’S CHAMBERS – Kings of Leon
SONG 2 - Leon Thomas
PORK AND BEANS - Weezer
I KISSED A GIRL - Katy Perry
MONSTER - The Automatic
THE ONE I LOVE - REM
AMERICA - Razorlight
TIMES LIKE THESE – Foo Fighters
SOMEBODY TOLD ME – The Killers
YOU’RE ALL I HAVE – Snow Patrol
CREEP – Radiohead
CALIFORNICATION – Red Hot Chilli Peeppers
TEENAGE KICKS - The Undertones
AMERICAN IDIOT – Green Day
ROCK’N’ROLL QUEEN – The Subways
ALL THE SMALL - Blink 182
SEVEN NATION ARMY – The White Stripes
ROCKING IN THE FREE WORLD – Neil Young
MANY OF HORROR – Biffy Clyro
HIGHWAY TO HELL – AC/DC
FIGHT FOR YOUR RIGHT – Beastie Boys
HATE TO SAY I TOLD YOU SO – The Hives
VERTIGO – U2
Encores
NEVER GONNA GIVE YOU UP – Rick Astley (the drummer)
USE SOMEBODY – Kings of Leon
SHOULD I STAY OR SHOULD I GO – The Clash
SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT - Nirvana
PRETTY VACANT- Sex Pistols
SEX ON FIRE – Kings of Leon
LONDON (Molesey) CALLING – The Clash
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EMCC In The News!
Mon, Jul 18 2011 09:45
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East Molesey CC has featured in this month's edition of 'Cricket Club' magazine. Club Secretary Jon Elworthy describes the flourishing colts section at the club and in particular the ever improving girls section. He goes on to talk about the club's future plans for a second pitch. To view the article please follow the link below: -
http://www.cricket-club.biz/CricketMags/latestMag/latestMag.html
http://www.cricket-club.biz/CricketMags/latestMag/latestMag.html