The Racqueteers v St. Cross, Sunday, August 14th

Certainly the hottest day of our cricketing year greeted us, for our visit to the picturesque and historic Garrison Ground, to face the ever-competitive St Cross CC.  The skipper walked back somewhat dejectedly after losing the toss (again!) to find ourselves inevitably, given the overwhelming heat, in the field.  We were delighted to welcome debutant … Continue reading The Racqueteers v St. Cross, Sunday, August 14th

The Racqueteers v Goodwood, Thursday, August 4th

Regal Racqueteers One’s great good fortune in being a Racqueteer is never more keenly felt than when arriving at Goodwood CC – one of Albion’s most ancient and breathtakingly beautiful grounds – for our annual game against the Estate staff team.  Beneath towering Lebanese Cedars, watched over by the regal elegance of the seat of … Continue reading The Racqueteers v Goodwood, Thursday, August 4th

The Racqueteers v Newport Inn at Braishfield, Wednesday, July 27th

Nestled behind hedges along a country lane on the outskirts of the village, the Braishfield ground is one of the more rustic in the calendar.  Newport Inn CC has a proper village feel as well. They’re a welcoming lot. They won the toss and fielded first. Rishi and Guy came out firing. Rishi retired on … Continue reading The Racqueteers v Newport Inn at Braishfield, Wednesday, July 27th