NEWS 2017
HIMLEY CROWNED CANTERBURY COUNTY CUP CHAMPIONS
Himley CC beat Old Elizabethans CC in dominant fashion to win the Canterbury County Cup at New Road last Sunday. The 34 run victory came at the back of a strong all-round performance by Jamie Turner, who picked up 3-11 and smashed 34 runs in 12 balls which included a last ball six.
The Finals Day, which saw a decent crowd turn up to support their teams, saw Graham Blomfield as the chief guest with the FA Cup style tournament being his brainchild. Blomfield’s vision was to provide an opportunity for players at Worcestershire clubs to come and parade their skills at New Road. This year’s competition saw 15 clubs compete for the honours.
Himley, strong favourites heading into the clash, opted to bat after winning the toss and posted a reasonable 144-5 in 20 overs. Captain Greg Wright top scored with 38 and Bilal Hussain chipped in with a fine 26 to set the platform for Turner’s pyro late on. OE’s captain Hemaka Pathiranage (2-22) grabbed two wickets after the power play to halt Himley’s progress while Elliot Bartlett and Daniel Colburn also kept a lid on the scoring picking up one wicket each.
A target of 145 seemed gettable but Turner and Elliot Hopkin bowled with pace upfront which mirrored their determination to come out on the right end this time around having lost the final two years ago. OE’s never found a second gear, attributed to a strong bowling effort by Himley. Stuart Wedge returned 3-19 and Chad Brandrick took 25-2 in the middle phase. More Here
Himley CC beat Old Elizabethans CC in dominant fashion to win the Canterbury County Cup at New Road last Sunday. The 34 run victory came at the back of a strong all-round performance by Jamie Turner, who picked up 3-11 and smashed 34 runs in 12 balls which included a last ball six.
The Finals Day, which saw a decent crowd turn up to support their teams, saw Graham Blomfield as the chief guest with the FA Cup style tournament being his brainchild. Blomfield’s vision was to provide an opportunity for players at Worcestershire clubs to come and parade their skills at New Road. This year’s competition saw 15 clubs compete for the honours.
Himley, strong favourites heading into the clash, opted to bat after winning the toss and posted a reasonable 144-5 in 20 overs. Captain Greg Wright top scored with 38 and Bilal Hussain chipped in with a fine 26 to set the platform for Turner’s pyro late on. OE’s captain Hemaka Pathiranage (2-22) grabbed two wickets after the power play to halt Himley’s progress while Elliot Bartlett and Daniel Colburn also kept a lid on the scoring picking up one wicket each.
A target of 145 seemed gettable but Turner and Elliot Hopkin bowled with pace upfront which mirrored their determination to come out on the right end this time around having lost the final two years ago. OE’s never found a second gear, attributed to a strong bowling effort by Himley. Stuart Wedge returned 3-19 and Chad Brandrick took 25-2 in the middle phase. More Here
HIMLEY'S U17'S QUALIFY FOR REGIONAL T20 BLAST FINALS DAY
Himley’s U17’s have qualified for the Worcestershire U17's T20 Blast Finals day, being held on Sunday 3rd September at Worcester Nomads CC. The semi-finals see Kidderminster CC take on Barnt Green CC, with Ombersley against Himley Play gets underway at 1.15pm with the winners progressing to the final which starts at 4.30pm.
Himley’s U17’s have qualified for the Worcestershire U17's T20 Blast Finals day, being held on Sunday 3rd September at Worcester Nomads CC. The semi-finals see Kidderminster CC take on Barnt Green CC, with Ombersley against Himley Play gets underway at 1.15pm with the winners progressing to the final which starts at 4.30pm.
HIMLEY'S U19'S ROCKETS INTO REGIONAL T20 BLAST FINAL.
Himley’s U19’s Rockets qualify for the Staffordshire T20 Blast final, under lights at Meakins CC on Sunday 3rd September starting 6.30pm.
Qualification was decided after two superb performances to win the South Staffordshire competition under the lights at Himley.
The Rockets overcame Tamworth Tiger Cubs in the first semi – final at 10.45am (scores), then defeating West Bromwich Dartmouth in the final under lights (scores).
Himley’s U19’s Rockets qualify for the Staffordshire T20 Blast final, under lights at Meakins CC on Sunday 3rd September starting 6.30pm.
Qualification was decided after two superb performances to win the South Staffordshire competition under the lights at Himley.
The Rockets overcame Tamworth Tiger Cubs in the first semi – final at 10.45am (scores), then defeating West Bromwich Dartmouth in the final under lights (scores).
HIMLEY LEAD THE WAY UNDER FLOODLIGHTS
Himley enhance their reputation as one of the leading lights on the club cricket scene, breaking new ground by hosting the first ever Birmingham League clash under floodlights. The second XI entertained Halesowen in a Premier Division 2 game on Saturday, August 26 in which Himley won after Halesowen won the toss and batted first, scoring 239 for 6, with Himley 240 for 6 in reply.
First team skipper Greg Wright, who is one of the leading lights behind the club’s Black Country T20 spectacular that is now entering its eighth year, is delighted to see Himley leading the way.
“As a club we are proud to have staged the game and pleased to be pushing the boundaries for club cricket,” said Wright.
“There have been a lot of problems with participation levels in cricket in recent years and it’s good to look at different ways to generate interest and hopefully attract people back to the sport.
“We put the idea to the Birmingham League and they were prepared to go with it. All credit to the league because they are open to new ideas and willing to consider them.
“We are a long way off playing first team games under lights but that may be something for the future.
Himley enhance their reputation as one of the leading lights on the club cricket scene, breaking new ground by hosting the first ever Birmingham League clash under floodlights. The second XI entertained Halesowen in a Premier Division 2 game on Saturday, August 26 in which Himley won after Halesowen won the toss and batted first, scoring 239 for 6, with Himley 240 for 6 in reply.
First team skipper Greg Wright, who is one of the leading lights behind the club’s Black Country T20 spectacular that is now entering its eighth year, is delighted to see Himley leading the way.
“As a club we are proud to have staged the game and pleased to be pushing the boundaries for club cricket,” said Wright.
“There have been a lot of problems with participation levels in cricket in recent years and it’s good to look at different ways to generate interest and hopefully attract people back to the sport.
“We put the idea to the Birmingham League and they were prepared to go with it. All credit to the league because they are open to new ideas and willing to consider them.
“We are a long way off playing first team games under lights but that may be something for the future.
ADAM FINCH CALLED UP FOR ENGLAND U19'S
Worcestershire's & Himley pace man Adam Finch has been selected by England under 19's for the series against India.
Worcestershire Academy coach Elliot Wilson said "Adam has been selected for the ECB Invitational XI against India as part of their preparation for the Test Series and also for the five ODIs where he will compete with 14 to 15 other players.
"He has made some fantastic strides. We had a group of guys this winter who were able to get down to Malvern College three or four times a week and from the start of the winter we could see the strides he was going to make.
"He has had a rapid progression over the last two years.
"We were really pleased with his progress and he is of the right age profile for this squad. England are looking to work with a group leading up to the Under 19 World Cup.
"If we mapped this journey out some people would be amazed at the way things have moved forward for him so I have to constantly remind ourselves of how raw this guy still is.
"He is exciting, bright, intelligent and working the game out but is still incredibly raw and in terms of this level of cricket it will be very new for him."
Proud Himley Chairman Gordon Lewis says " As chairman of the club and having coached/managed Finchy since he was a nipper it is with great pride that I congratulate him on behalf of the club. More..
Worcestershire's & Himley pace man Adam Finch has been selected by England under 19's for the series against India.
Worcestershire Academy coach Elliot Wilson said "Adam has been selected for the ECB Invitational XI against India as part of their preparation for the Test Series and also for the five ODIs where he will compete with 14 to 15 other players.
"He has made some fantastic strides. We had a group of guys this winter who were able to get down to Malvern College three or four times a week and from the start of the winter we could see the strides he was going to make.
"He has had a rapid progression over the last two years.
"We were really pleased with his progress and he is of the right age profile for this squad. England are looking to work with a group leading up to the Under 19 World Cup.
"If we mapped this journey out some people would be amazed at the way things have moved forward for him so I have to constantly remind ourselves of how raw this guy still is.
"He is exciting, bright, intelligent and working the game out but is still incredibly raw and in terms of this level of cricket it will be very new for him."
Proud Himley Chairman Gordon Lewis says " As chairman of the club and having coached/managed Finchy since he was a nipper it is with great pride that I congratulate him on behalf of the club. More..
WORCESTER 2nd XI PROUD FINALISTS
Himleys 2nd XI put up a brave performance in this years Worcester League Knockout final at Kidderminster. Playing Bewdley, Himley chose to field first in what was always going to be a tough ask, against a Division one side, three leagues their superior. Scores here |
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THE AUSSIES ARE COMING TO HIMLEY!
Himley are pleased to be welcoming a touring party from Melbourne tomorrow (Thursday 6th July) for a special U16 T20 game starting at 6.00pm.
With all the usual T20 razzamatazz - coloured clothing, pink balls, loud music and BBQ....The bar is open for hot and cold drinks.
Please come along to enjoy this one off event in an Ashes year.
FREE ENTRANCE.
Himley are pleased to be welcoming a touring party from Melbourne tomorrow (Thursday 6th July) for a special U16 T20 game starting at 6.00pm.
With all the usual T20 razzamatazz - coloured clothing, pink balls, loud music and BBQ....The bar is open for hot and cold drinks.
Please come along to enjoy this one off event in an Ashes year.
FREE ENTRANCE.
MINOR COUNTIES CRICKET RETURNS
Minor Counties Cricket returns to Himley CC on Sunday 30/04/17 where Staffordshire take on Wales from 11.00am in the Unicorns 50 overs minor counties competition. Free admission and bar facilities are available for a great days county cricket
Minor Counties Cricket returns to Himley CC on Sunday 30/04/17 where Staffordshire take on Wales from 11.00am in the Unicorns 50 overs minor counties competition. Free admission and bar facilities are available for a great days county cricket
JUNIORS SET HIGH STANDARDS FOR 2017
Himley's juniors have hit the ground running, both Under 13's & Under 15's winning their respective local indoor league competitions. |
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ALL STARS CRICKET COMES TO HIMLEY
All Stars Cricket is a brand new initiative from the England and Wales Cricket Board aimed at providing children aged five to eight with a great first experience in cricket. The programme is delivered across England and Wales at over 1,500 fully accredited All Stars Cricket centres. It is a fun and active way to develop your child’s skills, and through our eight-week programme they will learn lots – as well as make new friends – in a safe and inclusive environment.
All girls and boys are welcome, and each registered child will receive a pack of cricket goodies including a cricket bat, ball, backpack, water bottle, personalised shirt and cap to keep so that they can continue their love of cricket when they go home.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALL STARS CRICKET
HIMLEY CRICKET CLUB JUNIOR SECTION
All Stars Cricket is a brand new initiative from the England and Wales Cricket Board aimed at providing children aged five to eight with a great first experience in cricket. The programme is delivered across England and Wales at over 1,500 fully accredited All Stars Cricket centres. It is a fun and active way to develop your child’s skills, and through our eight-week programme they will learn lots – as well as make new friends – in a safe and inclusive environment.
All girls and boys are welcome, and each registered child will receive a pack of cricket goodies including a cricket bat, ball, backpack, water bottle, personalised shirt and cap to keep so that they can continue their love of cricket when they go home.
MORE INFORMATION ABOUT ALL STARS CRICKET
HIMLEY CRICKET CLUB JUNIOR SECTION
CRICKET FORCE 2017 - GET STUCK IN!
YOUR CLUB NEEDS YOU - Summer is on its way and in order to get your club ready for the season we need your help at the ground on Friday March 31st & Saturday April 1st from 9am onwards, to do jobs to ensure we hit the ground running for the following weekend when we have our first game at home.
It is imperative the ground, facilities and clubhouse are in tip top condition for the coming season so please come down on the 1st or 2nd (or both) even if it is for a couple hours and support the club. Everyone is welcome so feel free to bring family and friends to help. There will be refreshments available and any donations of materials such as cleaning material, paint, brushes etc. will be gratefully received.
To help with catering and planning please let us know if you are coming, or if anyone has any specialist skills that we can utilise on the day i.e. Carpenters, Builders, Painters etc. please let us know using the contact form available by clicking here...
It is imperative the ground, facilities and clubhouse are in tip top condition for the coming season so please come down on the 1st or 2nd (or both) even if it is for a couple hours and support the club. Everyone is welcome so feel free to bring family and friends to help. There will be refreshments available and any donations of materials such as cleaning material, paint, brushes etc. will be gratefully received.
To help with catering and planning please let us know if you are coming, or if anyone has any specialist skills that we can utilise on the day i.e. Carpenters, Builders, Painters etc. please let us know using the contact form available by clicking here...
SRI LANKAN ALL ROUNDER NIPUN KARUNANAYAKE JOINS HIMLEY
HIMLEY have signed one of Sri Lankan domestic cricket's star performers ahead of their 2017 Birmingham League campaign.
Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club skipper Nipun Karunanayake is currently the second leading run-scorer in Sri Lanka’s Premier League Tournament (Tier A) in 2016/17.
This summer his performances have pushed him into the national frame. He ha struck 824 runs at 54.93, including a personal batting milestone in 6 of his 8 first-class matches, namely 124 (v Nondescripts), 108 (v Badureliya), 77 (v Sinhalese), 62 (v Tamil Union), 183 (v Galle) and 98 (v Burgher).
The explosive left-handed batsman, who also bowls regular leg-spin at domestic level, has now scored over 2,500 first-class runs with 5 centuries, alongside 20 wickets at 44.60 with best figures of 3-67.
The in-form batting all-rounder is now eager to transfer his success abroad with his maiden UK league cricket stint in 2017.
Nipun Karunanayake's full profile click here
Bloomfield Cricket and Athletic Club skipper Nipun Karunanayake is currently the second leading run-scorer in Sri Lanka’s Premier League Tournament (Tier A) in 2016/17.
This summer his performances have pushed him into the national frame. He ha struck 824 runs at 54.93, including a personal batting milestone in 6 of his 8 first-class matches, namely 124 (v Nondescripts), 108 (v Badureliya), 77 (v Sinhalese), 62 (v Tamil Union), 183 (v Galle) and 98 (v Burgher).
The explosive left-handed batsman, who also bowls regular leg-spin at domestic level, has now scored over 2,500 first-class runs with 5 centuries, alongside 20 wickets at 44.60 with best figures of 3-67.
The in-form batting all-rounder is now eager to transfer his success abroad with his maiden UK league cricket stint in 2017.
Nipun Karunanayake's full profile click here
Wright takes the helm and is backing local talent to shine.
Greg Wright is delighted to return as Himley Cricket Club Captain, following the departure of Ben Smith.
Says Wright "I'm not sure I saw myself back in charge a few months back, but things change so quickly in sport. It's a great shame to lose Ben - we all wish him well and he did a great job putting a lot of things in place that we now need to build on.
The club and players have been very supportive ahead of the season. Nipun (Sri Lankan 1st Class overseas player) is a young and talented prospect and will fit nicely into what will be an exciting team of local and majority Junior Section products, which I'm really looking forward to leading.
We'll have good and bad days, as every young side has, but the talent is here to compete at the top end of the table.".
Says Wright "I'm not sure I saw myself back in charge a few months back, but things change so quickly in sport. It's a great shame to lose Ben - we all wish him well and he did a great job putting a lot of things in place that we now need to build on.
The club and players have been very supportive ahead of the season. Nipun (Sri Lankan 1st Class overseas player) is a young and talented prospect and will fit nicely into what will be an exciting team of local and majority Junior Section products, which I'm really looking forward to leading.
We'll have good and bad days, as every young side has, but the talent is here to compete at the top end of the table.".