The Australian Over Sixties Cricket carnival was held Nov 15-19. Three Baysidieans joined the Australian Cricket Society’s Eleven to experience the Apple Isles delights – Chain Saw Taylor, Squadron Leader Jenvey (recently demoted from Wing Commander for fielding dismeanours), and yours truly, the ECT.  Much fun was had and the cricket was passable, in view of the advanced age of us all.. The highlight was , once again, the big V’s winning of the John Hammer Shield in first division.  Beating a Queensland side that boasted four ex Sheffield Shield players, was no mean feat. (more…)

Gee! Was I that impressive in my first game? No, I am just kidding myself. It must be just a shortage of players. I had been asked to to turn up at the interstate carnival, starting on Novembert 17th.

Whatever, if I get a game, I can boast to my old cricketing friends I have got my state cap. (more…)