2009 Review
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Under 11s
XI Report
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The weather in
2009 was only marginally better than the year before which meant that the
Under 11 team was only able to take to the field on 8 occasions. In
addition, during the latter part of the season, Sunday morning training
was seriously affected.
However,
despite the appalling weather, it was great to see so many enthusiastic
youngsters keen to get involved, whatever their ability, and hopefully
they had fun, which is without doubt the most important factor at this age
level.
For those who
were experiencing cricket for the first time, this was an opportunity for
them to learn the basics of the game during the training sessions and for
those more advanced, an opportunity to play in some competitive matches.
Throughout the summer, these players improved as their confidence grew
culminating in decisive victories over Lisvane Dragons and Pentyrch
Maroons. Despite only winning 2 matches, all those who represented the
Club did so admirably and the Club is very proud of these youngsters. Let
us hope that more ladies will sign up in 2010.
Whilst all
those who played for the team made notable contributions, a special
mention should go to their Captain – Cai Owen along with Cai Evans,
Matthew Keating and Ellis Bird who also played in the Under 13’s XI. In
addition, the Club is very pleased that three young ladies represented the
Club, namely Laurie Thomas, Olivia Wood and Ella Sahonte.
I hope that the
weather last summer hasn’t dampened the spirits and desire of any of the
youngsters to remain in the game and I am sure that 2010 will see some
sunshine and many more smiling faces.
Finally, thank
you to my fellow coaches for giving up their time and also to the parents
of those involved for transporting to and from matches throughout the
summer.
Jonathan Smart
Under 11 Coach
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