Club News Archives - 2014

If you have a club news item to contribute, we would be grateful if you would email it to us... To make room for new stories on the 'Club News' page, all of our stories will eventually move here to the archives but they will stay available here for future reference... 15/09/2014 Carrickfergus CC Win Section One... Read the full story here. 04/09/2014 Carrickfergus CC Win Ulster Shield... Read the full story here. 26/08/2014 Carrickfergus CC Win National Cup... Read the full story here. 18/08/2014 Under-15's are League Champions... Building on the unprecendented success at senior level in the CLub this year, the Under-15's have contributed their own silverware at youth level with victory over Dundrum u-15's in the Under-15 League Final. Posting 133 for 9 with Jack Burton just falling short of a half-century, Dundrum were bowled out for 50 in an innings which saw Adam Crook take 5 for 8 in a remarkable bowling spell, which included a hat-trick. Picture from the victory are available on the Club Facebook page and the match summary can be accessed here. 20/07/2014 Carrickfergus are Twenty20 Trophy champs... Carrickfergus Cricket Club are the 2014 Lagan Valley Steels T20 Trophy champions after winning a close fought final against Derriaghy at their own Middle Road ground last Thursday night by the narrow margin of 11 runs. After winning the toss Carrick batted first, and Michael Gilmour entertained the sizeable crowd with a series of boundaries that saw the fifty up for his side in just the 5th over. After smashing 45 runs off only 26 deliveries, with eight 4’s and a huge 6, he was caught behind, having given Carrick a flying start with 60 runs off the first 6 overs. With Gilmour’s departure and the introduction of Derriaghy’s spinners, Carrick batsmen Indrajeet Kamtekar and Ryan Eagleson were unable to keep up this momentum, but they kept the scoreboard ticking over, and saw the hundred up in the 15th over. Both batsmen eventually perished in a vain attempt to push the run rate along, Kamtekar for 33 and Eagleson for 26. Alex Haggan contributed as brisk 16 at the end, and end Carrick managed to reach 138 for 6 in their 20 overs, many fewer than had looked likely earlier in the evening. Derriaghy’s openers Lewis and Bailey batted steadily and took the score along to 60 off 10 overs before Carrick finally got their much needed breakthrough when Bailey was caught on the boundary off Eagleson for 19. The dangerous Lewis followed in the next over, caught at mid-wicket off a long hop for 33. Aphale and Kenny added a further 31 runs in 5 overs, before Kenny was stumped by Browne off Kamtekar, and the same bowler had Bell caught at long on to leave Derriaghy still needing 27 off 14 balls for victory. With the dangerous Aphale still there, this was still possible, but when he was run out attempting an impossible single, the game was as good as over, and at the end of their 20 overs, the visitors were still eleven runs short. Carrick’s spinners, Holmes, Eagleson, and Kamtekar conceded only 50 runs in their combined 12 overs, and played a huge role in restricting the visitors and securing a victory for their side. A delighted Carrick captain Iain Parkhill received the T20 Trophy from Northern Cricket Union President Billy Boyd, with Indrajeet Kamtekar selected as Man of the Match, and the Carrick team being presented with winners’ medals. The Carrick Club would like to thank all the volunteers who helped in the setting up of the ground for the game, and assisted in various roles on the night of the match. The club and players are also grateful for the excellent support they received from a sizeable crowd. Carrickfergus 138/6 (M Gilmour 45, I Kamtekar 33, R Eagleson 26, K Gilliland 3-27) Derriaghy 127/5 (C Lewis 33, K Aphale 27, I Kamtekar 2-23) Carrickfergus won by 11 runs 15/05/2014 Cannon Motors continue support of Club... Cannon Motors Limited, the local Hyundai dealers, have once again provided a sponsored car for our Club's overseas coach. This is the eighth year Cannon Motors have provided this invaluable sponsorship for the Club, which is vital to carrrying out an extensive coaching programme in a dozen local schools, and to field sides on a regular basis at Under 11, Under 13, and Under 15 competitions. Cannon Motors Website. Jamie Holmes, the Club's Youth Development Coach is pictured above with Cannon Motors' Sales Director, Gibson Wharry, at the Cannon Motors premises on the Belfast Road with the new Hyundia i10 which has been supplied for Club use. Our thanks to Carrickfergus Photographic Society for permission to use the photo. Cannon Motors has been a long-term and generous supporter of the Club and we wish to thank them for their continued support and we wish them every continued success. If you're thinking of a change of vehicle, we would encourage you to support this loyal Club sponsor so consider calling Gibson Wharry at Cannon Motors (028 9335 1816) to view their extensive range of new and used cars. 28/04/2014 Sad news of the passing of a Club legend... It is with the deepest regret and sadness that we have to announce the passing of our highly esteemed longest-serving member and dear friend, Robin Beggs. Robin joined the Club in 1949 and played for almost fifty seasons. He was First XI Captain on a number of occasions as well as serving with distinction as the Club's President for several years. He was an Honorary Life Member of the Club and, last year, Robin became the inaugural recipient of a Lifetime Achievement Award. Despite failing health in recent years, Robin seldom missed a First XI match home or away and he will be sadly missed by everyone associated with our Club. We extend our deepest condolences to partner Lynda, daughter Janet, brother Ian, and his extended family circle. On Thursday, 1st. May, following a private committal service at Roselawn, a thanksgiving service for the life of Robin Beggs will take place at Carrickfergus Methodist Church at 3.30pm, after which, all who wish to remember Robin are invited to a reception in Carrickfergus Cricket Club at 5.00pm. 07/04/2014 Outdoor practice schedule announced... The outdoor practice schedule for the coming season, commencing on Monday April 28, is as follows: Mon 6-9pm - Junior Practise 6.00-7.30 pm - Under 13's (Years 8 & 9) 7.30-9.00 pm - Under 15's (Years 10 & 11) Tues 6.30-9pm - Club Practice Night (All players 14+ to attend, with teams selected after practice). Wed 6.30-9pm - Under 11 6.00-7.30 pm - Under 11's (Primary School) Thur 6.30-9.00pm - 1st XI Squad (All 1st XI players to attend). Expert coaching is available at all sessions from the Club's team of fully-qualified ECB coaches. This includes our new overseas player / coach, Indrajeet Kantekar, from India who has 12 years experience coaching in NCU clubs as well as our newly appointed Youth Development Coach, Jamie Holmes, from New Zealand who has had two previous seasons experience at the Club, both of whom will be ably supported by a number of local coaches from our own Club. In addition to the sessions above, one-to-one coaching will be undertaken by invitation. Teams are fielded in league and cup competitions at U11, U13, U15, and U17 age groups. Carrickfergus Cricket Club has achieved Clubmark NI accreditation having met quality standards in: Effective Management, Quality Coaching and Competition, and Safety in Sport. 07/04/2013 CCC fantasy league starts 26/04... After previous successes, the Club is pleased to report that the popular CCC Fantasy League will again be running this year. With the first fixture now just under three weeks away, those wishing to enter a team this year are encouraged to do so soon. The fantasy league again looks set to add an extra dimension of interest and, indeed, a bit of craic to the upcoming playing season so if you don't want to feel left out, make sure to get your "dream team" selected. Details on the competition and how to enter can be found here. 26/02/2014 Indoor nets schedule announced... Carrickfergus Cricket Club's pre-season indoor net practises commence next week in Carrickfergus Amphitheatre as preparations begin in earnest for the 2014 season. The nets commence next Thursday, 6th March, from 7.30 until 8.30 pm for Under13/15's, and from 8.30 pm until 10.00 pm for seniors, and will continue every Thursday at the same time and venue until 24th April. Anyone interested in joining or rejoining the local club will be made very welcome. Just turn up at the Carrick Amphitheatre on a Thursday evening, or if you prefer, ring Roger Bell on 07980 514186 for more information. Fully qualified coaches will be in attendance at all sessions. The Club will field 4 senior teams and a Mid-Week league team this season, with the 1st XI participating in the NCU Ulster Bank League Section One. Teams will again also be fielded in league and cup competitions at Under 17, Under 15, Under 13, and Under 11 age groups. Expert coaching will be available throughout the season from a team of eleven qualified coaches. This is led by new overseas player/coach Indrajeet Kamtekar from India, newly appointed Youth Development coach, the popular young Irish qualified New Zealander Jamie Holmes who is returning for a third season at the Club, and includes among others, Ryan Eagleson the current Ireland Under 19 coach and one of the few Level 4 coaches in Ireland. The Carrickfergus Club is also one of the few in Northern Ireland that has achieved Sport NI Club Accreditation, which ensures that the Club can provide quality coaching and competition, effective management, and a safe environment for young people. The Club's playing and social facilities at Middle Road are the envy of many clubs, with wickets that are rated as some of the best in NCU cricket, and clubhouse facilities that are second to none. 26/02/2014 C.C.C. Winter Coaching Academy... Carrickfergus Cricket Club is currently hosting its Winter Coaching Academy on Sunday afternoons in Carrick Amphitheatre. 26 of the Club's most promising young players between the ages of 11 and 15 have been invited to attend the 6 week course which is being delivered by the Club's ECB qualified coaches, with appearances by Cricket Ireland coaches to add their expertise.The course incorporates all aspects of the game, with modules on batting, bowling, wicketkeeping, and fielding, challenging and encouraging the participants to develop their skills. The Carrick Club, which is one of only 8 in Northern Ireland to hold Sport NI's Clubmark Accreditation, continues its commitment to providing quality coaching, good competition, and a safe environment for its young players. The Club will again be providing coaching for and fielding teams in league and cup cricket at the Under 11, Under 13, and Under 15 age groups, and will for the first time this season be offering coaching at the club for boys and girls in the Under 9 age group. Carrick will again be providing coaching in 14 local schools, as well as sessions throughout the summer at their superb facilities at Middle Road. Pre-season coaching for local youngsters will be held in Carrick Amphitheatre during March and April, details will appear here shortly. 04/02/2014 Kamtekar and Holmes sign for 2014... The Club has recently announced the signing of experienced all- rounder Indrajeet Kamtekar from Muckamore as well as the return of young Irish-qualified Kiwi, Jamie Holmes from Lurgan. Full details on both signings can be found here.