A GUIDE TO HARBERTON CRICKET CLUB
Welcome to this short guide to
Harberton Cricket Club. We are proud of our club which is now in its 26th
year. If you are interested in village cricket, either playing, watching or
getting involved in any way, then please read on.
In recent years the club has grown
considerably from small beginnings. We run senior teams at weekends and play
20:20 cricket on Wednesday evenings, playing friendly matches against local
clubs and touring teams. Although we do not play league cricket we do take part
in a strongly contested local competition, the Mills Shield, against Stoke
Fleming, Aveton Gifford and Slapton – both home and
away matches. We aim to play friendly, sporting cricket where all players get a
chance to shine, but there is still a strong competitive edge to all matches.
We are very fortunate to own our own ground
which has been developed with great skill to create a top class wicket and
excellent grass net/practice area. There are stunning views of the South Hams
countryside and
What about youth cricket? – This is thriving at Harberton. We run three teams at
Under 13, 15 and 17 levels. They play in the South Devon League and we have 5 qualified
coaches who run coaching sessions and nets throughout the year including indoor
nets at Kevics in the winter. Our older youngsters
also play for the senior teams. If you are interested in registering your
son/daughter or want to know more, please contact our Youth Development
Officer, Jack Buckner on 01548 821733 or Barry Goldsmith on 01803 845251.
And ladies cricket…...? – Apart from the annual ladies match against the men
which is great fun (but very competitive) we are keen to draw more female
players to the club. One of our girls plays for the senior team and is a
qualified coach who works with our juniors.
How is the club organised? – We have a committed and hard working committee which
ensures the smooth running of the club at all levels. It also organises social
and fund raising events throughout the year.
We recently achieved ECB Clubmark accreditation
which gives recognition to professional and well managed clubs which
ensures the welfare of all members and is positively developing youth cricket. Clubmark opens doors to ground and coaching development
support funding which we hope to exploit in the future.
I haven’t played for years/never played – Not a problem. We have players of all ages and
sporting backgrounds. Several joined the club after a long break from cricket,
some only played at school. It is remarkable how quickly you will settle in and
make a worthwhile contribution.
I need some practice before I play a game.- Again no
problem. We run nets on Friday evenings which you are welcome to attend or you
can come up to the ground on match days and practice in the nets.
The club has bats, pads, helmets
etc for matches so you don’t need to buy this kit.
I don’t play cricket but would like to be involved- yes please, there are many ways you can get involved:
umpiring, scoring, helping with pitch preparation and ground maintenance, fund
raising or helping with refreshments.
What about the social side of the club?-This is very important. The after match drink with the
opposition at the Church House Inn is for many members as important as the game
itself. We also organise regular social and fund raising events throughout the
year.
Who do I contact if I want to join?-
Contact our membership secretary
Barry Goldsmith on 01803 845251 or secretary Bob Mucklow
on 01803 832876
Summing Up – If
you are interested in playing social cricket or just getting involved we would
be delighted to hear from you. It’s a great way to switch off, get some fresh
air and keep fit.
Come along and see what you
think!