Stat attack (31st August 2010)
All statistics for the 2010 season have been updated and finalised. These statistics are now included in the cumulative statistics for the club and also as separate statistics for 2010 only. The Player Statistics section houses all this information, with separate pdf documents for batting and bowling stats for specific years etc. Player Profiles have also been updated with up to date statistical information.
Game Off (26th August 2010)
Due to the extreme weather of the last few days tonights final league fixture against Mackintosh Maestros has been cancelled. This brings a rather wet end to the 2010 cricket season which unfortunately like the two seasons prior to it has seen the weather dominate affairs.
Team for Mackintosh (23rd August 2010)
Please find below team in no particular order selected for the South Wales Full Toss League game this Thursday (26th August) against Mackintosh Maestros to be played at Llandaff Fields:
Neil Shearer (Captain)
Andrew Hibberd (Wicket)
Jon Bluett
Chris Ross
Matthew Davies
Alex Coombs
Gareth Ball
Hywel Williams
Nick Howard
Matthew Ball
Ross Phillips
Can we all please be there as early as possible so we can try and start before 6pm if possible. Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Game Off (17th August 2010)
Yet again Cardiff Parks have decided to call off all fixtures. This is despite the weather forecast being dry for the rest of the day, it seems no matter what the weather Cardiff Parks seem intent on cancelling fixtures at a whim. We will attempt to reschedule the fixture against Media Wales but time is against us.
Team for Media Wales (16th August 2010)
Please find below team in no particular order selected for the South Wales Full Toss League game this Tuesday (16th August) against Media Wales to be played at Llandaff Fields:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Richard Lewis (Wckt)
Jon Bluett
Gareth Ball
Matthew Ball
Matthew Davies
Chris Ross
Alex Coombs
Luke Williams
Hywel Williams
Can we all please be there by 5.45pm for a prompt 6pm start. Currently we only have 10 players available. If you are available and have been missed off the list please let Gareth Ball know ASAP. Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Team for Cup Final (9th August 2010)
Please find below team in no particular order selected for the rearranged South Wales Full Toss Cup Final this Wednesday's (11th August) against Cardiff Bay Barbarians to be played at Blackweir:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Richard Lewis (Wckt)
Jon Bluett
Matthew Ball
Matthew Davies
Luke Williams
Alex Coombs
Gareth Ball
Nick Howard
Matthew Phillips
Bleddyn Dunn
12th Man - Ross Phillips
Can we all please be there by 5.30pm for a prompt 6pm start. It has been a very tough decision to name this starting 11 as so many of the squad have perfroemd during the season. As has been said in the past, the squad is just as important as the team, so we would urge all thos not selected to come along and support the club.
Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Cup Final Rescheduled (5th August 2010)
The posponed South Wales Full Toss Cup Final will now be played on Wednesday 11th August at Blackweir. Start time 6pm. The scheduled League game for Tuesday 10th against Media Wales has now been postponed awaiting rescheduling. Can all members contact Gareth Ball with their availability.
Cup Final Postponed (4th August 2010)
Due to the meteorological expertise of a Cardiff parks employee, who seemingly did not want to see his precious Blackweir pitches harmed by the certain heavy rain apparently due this evening (as we all bake in gleaming sunshine), tonights cup final has been postponed. We will now endeavour to re-arrange the final on a mutually agreeable date with our opponents the Cardiff Bay Barbarians.
Team for Cup Final (2nd August 2010)
Please find below team in no particular order selected for the South Wales Full Toss Cup Final this Wednesday's (4th August) friendly against Cardiff Bay Barbarians to be played at Blackweir:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Richard Lewis (Wckt)
Jon Bluett
Richard Bromiley
Matthew Davies
Luke Williams
Alex Coombs
Gareth Ball
Nick Howard
Bleddyn Dunn
Matthew Phillips
12th Man Ross Phillips
Can we all please be there by 5.30pm for a prompt 6pm start. It has been a very tough decision to name this starting 11 as so many of the squad have perfroemd during the season. As has been said in the past, the squad is just as important as the team, so we would urge all thos not selected to come along and support the club.
Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Team for Llantwit Fardre (26th July 2010)
Please find below team in no particular order selected for this Thursday's (29th July) friendly fixture against Llantwit Fardre to be played at Central Park:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Andrew Hibberd (Wckt)
Gareth Ball
Nick Howard
Jon Bluett
Matt Ball
Alex Coombs
Rich Bluett
Pete Davies
Bleddyn Dunn
Ross Phillips
Can we all please be there by 5.45pm prompt for a 6pm start. Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Team for Hurricanes (21st July 2010)
Please find below team selected for this Thursday's (22nd July) friendly fixture against Highway Hurricanes to be played at Blackweir:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Rich Lewis (Wckt)
Gareth Ball
Rich Bromley
Jon Bluett
Nick Howard
Alex Coombs
Ian Mansell
Pete Davies
Bleddyn Dunn
Ross Phillips
Can we all please be at Blackweir by 5.45pm prompt for a 6pm start. Any problems please contact Gareth Ball.
Cancellation (13th July 2010)
The League Fixture against Mackintosh Maestros schedueld for this Thursday (15th July) has been postponed. Unfortunately Mackintosh have again decided to deviate from the published fixture list creating chaos for all and sundry. We will re-arrange this league fixture replacing a friendly date, details to be announced shortly.
Further changes to Glenwood team (7th July 2010)
Due to unforeseen circumstances there has been some further changes made to the side for tonight’s game against Glenwood Gladiators at Central Park. Please find below team selected in no particular order:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Andrew Hibberd (Wckt)
Jon Bluett
Matthew Ball
Matthew Davies
Luke Williams
Richard Bluett
Alex Coombs
Gareth Ball
Ross Phillips
Bleddyn Dunn
Can we all aim to get there at 5.45 for a 6pm prompt start.
Changes to Glenwood team (6th July 2010)
Due to some withdrawals there has been some changes made to the side selected for this Thursdays (8th July) game against Glenwood Gladiators at Central Park. Please find below team selected in no particular order:
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Andrew Hibberd (Wckt)
Jon Bluett
Matthew Ball
Matthew Davies
Luke Williams
Ian Mansell
Alex Coombs
Gareth Ball
Matthew Phillips
Bleddyn Dunn
12th Man Ross Phillips
Can we all aim to get there at 5.45 for a 6pm prompt start, all non playing support will be greatly appreciated. The side selected for next week’s game against Mackintosh Maestros remains unchanged at present.
Two teams announced (5th July 2010)
Given the large number of players available over the next two weeks we have decided to name teams for the next two weeks as there will be a degree of rotation required. Both matches are South Wales Full Toss League fixtures. Below are the teams in no particular order:
Glenwood Gladiators Mackintosh Maestros
Thursday 8th JulyThursday 15th July
Central Park Central Park
Neil Shearer (Capt) Neil Shearer (Capt)
Andrew Hibberd (Wckt) Rich Lewis (Wckt)
Jon Bluett Ian Mansell
Matthew Ball Matthew Ball
Matthew Davies Luke Williams
Rich Bromiley Rich Bromiley
Chris Ross Hywel Williams
Alex Coombs Nick Howard
Gareth Ball Gareth Ball
Matthew Phillips Matthew Phillips
Bleddyn Dunn Ross Phillips
12th Man Luke Williams 12th Man Alex Coombs
A tough selection as many people are available for both fixtures, some only for one and a few for neither at all.
Balancing opportunity for everyone while including key players and also ensuring people get a game has resulted in the selections. We would like as many non playing members to turn up as possible on each match night as it is squads that are vitally important and win us games and not individuals.
If your availability has changed can you let Gareth Ball know ASAP please. Can we all be at Central Park at 5.45pm for a prompt 6pm start.
Team for Welsh Blood Service match (8th June 2010)
Please find below team (in no particular order) for the SWFT League game this Thursday (11th May) against Welsh Blood Service to be played at Central Park. Start time is 6pm so can we all get there for 5.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Gareth Ball (Wicket)
NIck Howard
Rich Bromiley
Matthew Davies
Alex Coombs
Jon Bluett
Matthew Phillips
Ross Phillips
Pete Davies
Bleddyn Dunn
As you can see we have a bare 11 so if there any problems whatsoever please let Gareth Ball know urgently.
Team for 40 over match (2nd June 2010)
Please find below team (in no particular order) for our 40 over one day friendly this Sunday (6th June) against Tonyrefail and Edmundstown CC to be played at Tyn-Y-Bryn Park. Start time is 2pm so can we all get there for 1.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Gareth Ball (Wicket)
Jon Bluett
Nick Howard
Luke Williams
Alex Coombs
Chris Ross
Matthew Ball
Bleddyn Dunn
Wilf Howard
As you can see, we only have 10 players so if you know of a friend who may want a game they are more than welcome, likewise if your availability has changed and you are now available please let Gareth Ball know ASAP.
We have already postponed this game once due to lack of numbers and if we have to do it again it will be the end of 40 over cricket matches for us as its creating a massive amount of work and stress for all concerned in arranging the fixtures, both within the club and for the opposition we let down.
With this in mind can all those who have signalled they can play in the 15th August 40 over game at home to the Cardiff Cougars please double check they are still available and confirm to Gareth Ball your availability.
Team for Cougars match (1st June 2010)
Please find below team (in no particular order) for the SWFT League cup game this Thursday (3rd June) against Cardiff Cougars to be played at Central Park. Start time is 6pm so can we all get there for 5.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Rich Lewis (Wicket)
Richard Randall
Matthew Davies
Nick Howard
Chris Ross
Alex Coombs
Luke Williams
Matthew Ball
Bleddyn Dunn
Matthew Phillips
12th Man Ross Phillips
Selection is becoming more difficult as the squad grows and there will be some element of rotation over the coming weeks, those playing appreciate any non playing support on the night greatly. Finally, Rich Randall has announced that this will be his last game for the club; and has invited us all to share a beer with him after the game. Any problems please let Gareth Ball know ASAP.
Team for cup match (24th May 2010)
Please find below team (in no particular order) for the re-arranged cup game this Thursday (27th May) against Mackintosh Church to be played at Heath Park. Start time is 6pm so can we all get there for 5.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Rich Lewis (Wicket)
Gareth Ball
Rich Bromiley
Matthew Davies
Nick Howard
Matthew Ball
Alex Coombs
Ross Phillips
Matthew Phillips
Bleddyn Dunn
12th Man Hywel Williams
Any problems please let Gareth Ball know urgently.
Revised team for Hurricanes match (17th May 2010)
Please find below a revised team (in no particular order) due to late withdrawals for Thursdays League game against Highway Hurricanes at Central Park. Start time is 6pm so can we all get there for 5.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Captain)
Richard Lewis (Wicket)
Gareth Ball
Nick Howard
Luke Williams
Richard Randall
Matthew Ball
Andrew Hibberd
Hywel Williams
Jon Bluett
Ross Phillips
Any problems please let Gareth Ball know urgently.
Team for Hurricanes match (17th May 2010)
Please find below the team (in no particular order) for Thursdays League game against Highway Hurricanes at Central Park. Start time is 6pm so can we all get there for 5.45pm to ensure a prompt start.
Neil Shearer (Captain)
Richard Lewis (Wicket)
Gareth Ball
Nick Howard
Luke Williams
Alex Coombs
Matthew Ball
Andrew Hibberd
Hywel Williams
Pete Davies
Ross Phillips
12th Man Richard Randall
Any problems please let Gareth Ball know urgently.
Victory in first game (12th May 2010)
Thursday 6th May 2010 - a date keenly anticipated by all sides for months. As phones trilled, e-mails flurried, and unsubstantiated rumours leaked out of the opposing parties’ headquarters, a nation held its breath. Finally the announcement came at 4.30pm – the game was on.
Having won the toss and elected to bat on a pitch as green (but not as flat) as a snooker table, Barbarians got off to the worst possible start. Matt Ball’s loosener outside off stump was met by an equally loose shot from opening batsman Jones and Luke Williams, on his Centurions debut, safely pouched the catch.
That set the tone for a high-octane bowling and fielding display from Centurions. None of the batsmen (with the exception of Walker, who hit some well-timed blows before being bowled by Shearer) were able to impose themselves as Centurions kept up the pressure, with cleverly rotated bowling options, disciplined line and length, and switched-on fielding.
All the bowlers found success; Matt Ball picked up 2 for 9 off 3 fine overs, Ross Phillips bagged Payne, and the middle overs saw Bromiley and Shearer tie Barbarians down completely, with 3 wickets and just 7 runs coming off their 6 overs, Shearer taking 2 for 2. Howard’s off spin picked up a couple more wickets as Barbarians looked to relieve the pressure, only to find the safe hands of Ross Phillips and Luke Williams. Matt Phillips came back to bowl a textbook final over, deservingly bowling Darracott with the final ball of the innings.
The bowlers were supported throughout by a dynamic fielding display in which Centurions put into practice all the good work from pre-season. Rich Lewis was, like the Virgin Mary, immaculate behind the stumps, taking a sharp catch behind off Shearer to dismiss Lansley, and whipping off the bails after a deadly accurate throw from Ross Phillips to run out Dandu. Alex Coombs patrolled the infield like the election result depended on it, and on the rare occasions that Barbarians did get past the inner circle, the strong arm of Hywel Williams made sure that they were kept to ones and twos.
Chasing just 47 to win, openers Lewis and Gareth Ball got centurions off to a solid start, Ball hitting a fine boundary before departing to a very well taken slip catch. Lewis walked after snicking one from the dangerous Lunia, and Luke Williams and Howard were undone by some quality bowling from Barbarians’ captain Matt Clarke. Any nerves after were calmed by Bromiley’s classy and controlled innings, as he made a chanceless 16 to steer Centurions home, Matt Ball joining him for the winning partnership and signalling his intent for the rest of the season with a brutal pull through square leg.
All in all, a thoroughly satisfactory start to the Centurions’ campaign. The challenge now will be to maintain the high standards set at Blackweir in the weeks ahead. Match report written by "the mystery pen". For a full scorecard click here.
Revised fixture list (11th May 2010)
The Cup game scheduled for Thursday 13th May against Mackintosh Church has been cancelled and re-scheduled for Thursday 27th May, venue to be confirmed. This is due to Mackintosh re-arranging their fixtures without consultation. As a result we are now negotiating a revised date for the Cardiff Cougars league fixture that was originally scheduled for 27th May. Current fixture list can be found here.
Revised team for first match (4th May 2010)
Due to unforeseen withdrawls please find below the team selected (in no particular order) for our first League game of the season against Cardiff Bay Barbarians at 6pm on Thursday 6th May at Blackweir (please note change of venue from original fixture list):
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Richard Lewis (Wckt)
Gareth Ball
Luke Williams
Nick Howard
Matthew Ball
Alex Coombs
Matthew Phillips
Pete Davies
Ross Phillips
Hywel Williams
Please aim to be at Blackweir no later than 5.45 for a prompt start. Any problems please let Gareth Ball know ASAP.
Team for first match selected (3rd May 2010)
Please find below the team selected (in no particular order) for our first League game of the season against Cardiff Bay Barbarians at 6pm on Thursday 6th May at Blackweir (please note change of venue from original fixture list):
Neil Shearer (Capt)
Richard Lewis (Wckt)
Gareth Ball
Luke Williams
Nick Howard
Matthew Ball
Alex Coombs
Ian Mansell
Matthew Phillips
Pete Davies
Ross Phillips
Please aim to be at Blackweir no later than 5.45 for a prompt start. It has been a difficult selection to make and the support of any non playing members would be greatly appreciated. Any problems please let Gareth Ball know ASAP.