Author: Mr. LJ

Sometime teacher of Modern Languages and European Literature. Now back in my native Dorset with my faithful companion, Fig.
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Wednesday, 23rd July. The Racqueteers v Newport Inn

Scorecard It was a lovely summer’s evening in Braishfield – a timeless setting for a game of cricket amongst friends.  An excess of Racqueteers compensated a Newport Inn shortfall – with Shep, Flipper, Yox and Ronny Yox kindly starting for our hosts – creating two well matched teams.  Racqueeters batted first. Starting like a steam … Continue reading Wednesday, 23rd July. The Racqueteers v Newport Inn

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Thursday, 10th July. The Racqueteers v Knowle Village

Scorecard There was a breathless hush on the Rec last night, to misquote the poet (and, later, war propagandist) Henry Newbolt. Nineteen overs gone, Tom Talks and Pope Leo at the crease, with eleven to make and the match to win. And all this after last week’s thrilling tie.    It may not have been a bumping pitch but there was certainly a blinding light. … Continue reading Thursday, 10th July. The Racqueteers v Knowle Village