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FINAL NEWSLETTER FOR 2009 SEASON
The baseball season is finished for 2009 and before I have to think about Christmas I thought I would give you all a thank you for being so very supportive to me this year. It hasn’t been easy for having someone there beside you for nearly 50 years to turn to when you need a proof reader, a folder up of letters, of a sticker downer of envelopes or simply a shoulder to cry on, a listening ear but most of all someone who is there to love and care for you.
Enough of this Jean let me get on to the Annual Dinner which was held at the Crown Hotel Chertsey. A smaller venue than previous years but I thought it suited us very well. The room was big enough and we had round tables sitting 6. Unfortunately three people were unable to attend at the last minute, Steve Lloyd who has to go abroad on a business problem and Lyle and Tony Smyth. Tony our assistant manager who has worked very well with Gary our Manager and Lyle my stand in scorer had to cancel coming when Lyle had to go into hospital for an operation on the Wednesday. Tony rang to tell me the operation had gone well and I am sure you all wish Lyle a speedy recovery.
The distribution of awards followed an excellent reading of Casey at the Bat by George on behalf of Tony. Sorry Rob another year when your name appeared at the end.
The Battered Batters Cup also went to its usual recipient Mike Harrold but as Mike has told us he will not be playing next year who knows whom it will go to in 2010. Mind you perhaps we can persuade Mike to change his mind who knows!
The 2009 Pitching award went to Matt Aitken well done Matt a new signing for the year. You did a great job and well deserved.
The 2009 Batting went to Justin who was there to receive it although he had told me he was not attending the dinner this year, but nevertheless great to see him there.
The 2009 Fielding Award went to Gary who had played in quite a few positions, including 3rd Base, Catcher as well as in the outfield.
The 2009 M.V.P. Award went to someone I felt really deserved it, he has played for the Old Timers for very many years, he travels from a long way as well as being very helpful, informative and took on the job when both managers were unable to get to games. Definitely a most valuable person well deserved our Mike Harrold.
The Rookie Award went to Matt Aitken who has settled into the team and been a great asset to the playing strength.
The Final two Awards given out are those which do not necessary go to players, they are ones donated to the club. The first is the Founders Award which Barry Mayfield the person responsible for the Old Timers B.C. gave. This years recipient was Rob who although a player he has attended the most games this year, he has set up the infield, responsible for equipment and a thoroughly helpful throughout the season.
The John Mahoney Award was donated by John’s wife Anne as a thank you and although Anne herself passed away a couple of years ago it represents a Thank You from the Administrator and committee to a person or persons who they feel have been a real asset to the club and this year in went to Steve Lloyd. I couldn’t say well done to him in person but he will get his trophy at the A.G.M.
Congratulations and well done to you all.
I would like to thank all those who attended and made it such an enjoyable evening. A successful raffle many thanks to Hilary and Mike for collecting approx £90.00 which will go into club funds.
My thanks go to George and Phil for calling out numbers and for distributing the raffle prizes and thank you to all who brought along prizes.
Ray gave me a beautiful basket of flowers and thank you all for making this years evening so special.
I am hoping that the A.G.M. will be on the 30th January 2010 at the usual place, the Congregational Church, Old Coulsdon Surrey. Proposals to changes in the Constitution please send to me by 2nd January in order for me to send them out and if you can get a seconder for it makes it easier. Nominations for members of the Committee you must have agreement of the nominee. I have chatted to Ray and he has said if I continue he will also. However should you want a change in the committee then please don’t hesitate and send in the nominations to me.
There is a meeting on the 29th November 2009 at Bracknell for the Midland and Southern Leagues and I hope to attend with Paul. I have to go by train which will take me 3hrs each way so if you have any thoughts or ideas you would like me to raise then you know where I am.
There is a new address listing should anyone require it.
Thank you again for supporting the OLD TIMERS BASEBALL CLUB and hoping 2010 we will have more baseball, more team and more social events.
I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF MY HEART.
Jean
22nd November 2009
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OLD TIMERS BASEBALL CLUB AGM
Minutes of the meeting held at 13.30pm on 17th October 2009 in the Heath Room, Old Coulsdon Congregational Church Old Coulsdon Surrey.
1) Members Present: Jean Crook, Ray Reynolds, George Simmons, Barry Mayfield, Tony Smyth, Colin Ramsell, Joan and Ron Marshall.
To allow the Administrator to record the meeting it was agreed that Ray Reynolds should act as Chairman.
2) Apologies for Absence: Paul Raybould, Gary Liston, Steve Lloyd, Steve Chandler, Matt Aitken, Phil and Norman Laing, John and Mary Dornin, Chuck and Jean Cole, Gordon Faithfull, Andy Marchant, Brian Holland, John Turpin, John Thomas, Rob Walker, Mike Harrold, Gary Rowell, Peter Barratt, Steve Simmons and Tim Crescenti.
3) New Members: Jean said she had received an email from Andy Shaw who is at present a player for the Thames Valley Bisons as a catcher and he has asked for an application form which she will dispatch to him.
4) Committee Reports.
a) Treasurer: The bank balance at presents stands at £513.00. Included in this figure is £300.00 which was donated for bats. £90.00 was received from a social member William Morgan, who had read in the minutes of the last meeting, that having to use wooden bats and purchase them might cause financial problems within the club. Ray gave the money to Gary to purchase wooden bats, but unfortunately he was unable to find suitable ones.
The general feeling from those present was players should purchase their own and be responsible for them. Ray does have 4 new bats at home which are the clubs.
George asked if there was a profit made at the Old Timers Memorial Game and Ray replied it was £154.50.
Jean asked could she remind anyone who has not sent in their cheque for the Dinner could they please do so.
Ray also noted that there was still a player who owed money for his subs for 2009.
Ray also informed those present he would not be standing for re-election at the A.G.M. in 2010.
b) Assistant Team Manager: Tony brought up the subject of the ground as he felt there was a lot of work needed doing to it before the 2010 season. The infield needs a lot of attention i.e. needs to be harrowed out, which the grounds men could do as they have the necessary equipment. Ray said he had spoken to the guy in charge prior to the Tournament and they had made some slight improvements. Tony felt the O.T.B.C. should take on the Council, have discussions with them during the off season. Jean agreed to approach her contact at the Council and try and work out some sort of meeting with the Ground Manager and representatives of the Old Timers and the Sidewinders.
Ray thought there could be an increase in the ground fees especially if there was major work to be done. Jean said she had received an email from the BBF southern representative Aspi who also reiterated major improvements were needed at most league grounds.
c) Team Manager: Gary was unable to attend the meeting but had sent an email to Jean. She summarised it as follows. Gary felt that playing and managing the team was sometimes a bit of a job, but he had enjoyed it. He felt he gave everyone a fair game and playing time and with a record of 7 wins and 5 losses we did alright. Playing the Old Lions was a nice finish to the season. He would like to thank Tony for assisting him and special thanks to Mike Harrold who has decided to quit playing. Gary will miss Mike’s knowledge as he always knew what to do in certain situations.
d) Administrator: Jean felt it had been rather hard season for her, she had missed several games and in doing so she had let down the team. She thanked Tony and Lyle for taking her to the games, a special thank you to Hilary and Lyle for scoring in her absence. There were many injuries this year and hoped all would make a speedy recovery.
She understood there was still the old problem of people not phoning in on Thursday to let the manager know who would be there on the Sunday. Jean had helped Gary on many occasions to chase players to find out yes or no. She also felt there was a noticeable lack of commitment at times.
5) 2009 Season: Everyone appeared to have enjoyed playing the games this season. Matt had emailed to make a comment regarding the cancelling of games he said we normally had a squad of 12 or more players and he was wondering if the other team were short of players we could lend them some of ours, as normally he feels all we want to do is play baseball. Jean explained obviously this would work but only for friendly games but not for league games, quite simply if you didn’t have nine players then the team has to forfeit the game and the point goes to the opposing team.
Paul also emailed his aches and pains still continue even though he has been x-rayed, MRI scanned, ultra sounded and jabbed etc but he has found out that when he is hungry the pain increases so he has started eating more and he has developed a larger gut!!
6) Presentation Dinner: This has been arranged for the 14th November 2009 at the Crown Hotel Chertsey. Jean has notified the hotel of the numbers and menu choices. Jean will be letting those know who are attending their table numbers, who they will be sitting with and the arrangements for the evening. There are still some monies outstanding which will be collected that evening if not received beforehand.
7) 2010 Season: Jean has heard from 2 managers in League group A telling of their concern about the lack of support from the BBF. They are after getting enough support from all League A teams so they can present a petition to the BBF. This is all Jean knows at this present time.
Regarding equipment Ray will need a list of all equipment we have and Gary has been given a copy of the list that was given to John Thomas at the AGM in January 2009. It appears that some of the equipment was left in the Enfield Changing area and Jean felt this was not acceptable,
as well as sharing it out to players, as this means there is no longer a person totally responsible for equipment that belongs to the CLUB.
Lastly the committee needs to know the views regarding the 2010 season do we stay in the league, or what are the other alternatives.
Obviously this will be discussed at the AGM
8) A.O.B. Ray explained going through the BBF Bye-Laws it appears that the BBF Committee makes the rules and nobody can object to them. They dictate the bye-laws and even though they are not the majority Ray feels we should come up with a petition from all clubs making a proposal that we use Aluminium bats rather than wooden ones. There are very few lower league teams who prefer them. This suggestion should be made to the BBF prior to their AGM for inclusion in the Agenda.
Steve Lloyd also sent Jean an email regarding the 2010 season. He too commentated on the state of the ground and dressing rooms. His comments were similar to those of Tony’s and hopefully we can persuade Enfield Council to listen to us. He also felt we needed a L Screen and this will be discussed at the AGM.
The saga of the wooden bats too he also mentioned relating to friendly games if the two pitchers agree to metal bats then we should put up our outfield fencing.
On a brighter note Jean had received a very nice email from Cesare thanking her for the hospitality at the Tournament and how much his people enjoyed themselves. He has also invited the Old Timers to take part in a Tournament to celebrate their 15 years in existence as a club and once again she will bring it up at the AGM.
Paul also wrote again regarding the teams shirt regarding changing the colour another proposal for the AGM.
So lets face it the 2010 AGM is going to be a busy one and let’s hope there will be a more substantial attendance there unlike this PSM meeting.
Jean and Ray thanked everyone there for coming, for the refreshments and cake supplied by Joan and Ron.
Ray then brought the meeting to a close.
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O.T.B.C. NEWSLETTER JULY 2009
Well our playing season is over and it is now the time to reflect on how it went and to look forward to the Post Season Meeting and our Annual Presentation Dinner.
I would like to thank everyone who participated in our Annual Tournament. It was especially poignant for me with the loss of Peter and Goff this year. Peter always enjoyed the Tournament and I hope that everyone there felt it had been a good day. I heard from Cesare and the Old Lions and they thanked us all for our hard work, the food supplied by all, and also the 1st place trophy that was won by them on that day.
A very grateful thank you to all those who supplied food, drink, and raffle prizes, and although there was no raffle winners within the “Crook” family no grumbles were heard.
I do feel the 2009 season for me has been a rather hit and miss year. I’ve not been to many games but my thoughts were with you on the Sundays I missed.
So now let’s mention those two important dates firstly the P.S.M. Saturday 17th October 2009 at the Congregational Church, Old Coulsdon Surrey. Enclosed is the Agenda for that day and please look at it and if you are unable to attend, then please let me have your comments whether good or bad relating to the 2009 season. I do feel it is important to have feed back as it is the only way to know if the committee are in your opinion doing things right or wrong.
I have heard from Darren (Essex Archers) and Justin (Braintree Rays) who are not satisfied with the BBF’s treatment of the lower division clubs especially the wooden bats saga. Therefore this could be something that needs to be mentioned although no decisions would be made until the AGM. Also any changes and proposals for the Constitution need to be in before 31st December 2009.
Next subject is our Annual Dinner on the 14th November 2009 at the Crown Hotel Chertsey. To date I have received 21 names and their menu choices. However I have heard that others are interested so please get back to me as soon as possible as I need to let the Hotel know numbers and menu selections.
I will be ordering the trophies soon and a reminder to those who have trophies that need to be returned can I have them on the 17th please.
Before I give you a précis of the final games played there is some news regarding club members. John Thomas is out of hospital although still unwell. He is progressing slowly but could miss the Dinner which is very unusual. I have sent him our best wishes and love.
Gary has knee problems, Paul had to miss the last couple of games, and Mike Harrold will not be playing any more though hopefully will continue as a Social member. I have not spoken to John Dornin for a while but will try to talk to him soon to see how Mary is doing.
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Sunday 26th July 2009
Bracknell Blazers 2 V Old Timers at Enfield.
12 players were available today and Paul and Matt pitching for us. A pretty evenly matched game and there were 5 hits, Justin 1 (2b) and a single, Mike H I single, Tony I single, and Billy I single,12 stolen bases, 5 RBI’s and 11 BB and a double play from Phil Chesterton and Tony.
Final Score – Bracknell Blazers 8 and Old Timers 7
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Sunday 9th August 2009
Herts Raptors V Old Timers at Herts
11 players’ were available today and Paul, Matt and Mike Harrold pitching for us. There were a total of 23 hits, Mike F 1(2b), Matt 1 (2B) and 3 three singles and singles from Peter B 2, Mike 3, Justin 3, Paul 3, Rob 2, John T 4, and Steve L 1, and a total of 14 BB’s.
Final Score – Herts Raptors 27 and Old Timers 33
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Sunday 16th August 2009
Richmond Dragons V Old Timers at Richmond
Today’s pitchers were Paul, Matt and Tony. There was a total of 15 hits Paul 1(2b) and a single, Peter Barratt 3 singles, Tony 3 singles, Billy 3 singles, John Turpin 2 singles, Phil Chesterton 1 single and Rob Walker 1 single.
We had 15 stolen bases, 4 players were hit by pitcher, 17 base on balls, and 14 RBIs.
Final Score Richmond Dragons 17 Old Timers 21
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Monday 31st August 2009
Today was our Annual Tournament with 3 teams competing? The Old Lions came from Viterbo in Italy, the Bristol Badgers and us the Old Timers.
1st Game Old Timers V the Old Lions
Pitchers today were Paul and Matt. This was a timed game and we knew we had to score quickly. We played a total of 6 innings but we only had 3 hits and they were singles from Paul, Justin and Rob. We only managed to get 1 run in and there were 9 errors.
Final Score Old Lions 12 Old Timers 1
After our usual gathering on the pitch to remember players Peter and Goff who passed away this year George read out all the names on the Memorial Trophy from the year 1993 and then had a minutes silence.
2nd Game Bristol Badger V Old Timers
Like the previous game this was also timed and Gary had invited an ex Cambridge player to assist in pitching. There were more hits forth coming in the game a total of 10. Justin had a HOME RUN as well as 1(3b) hit, John Turpin had 1(3B) and a single, Matt too had a 1(3b) 1(2b), and a single and singles from Peter B, Billy and Gary. There were 9 stolen bases, 4 base on balls, and 9 RBIs .
Final Score Old Timers 14 Bristol Badgers 1
The Old Lions went on to win their game against the Badgers and with their two wins they were Ist place, the OT’s came in 2nd place and Bristol were 3rd place.
The trophies were given out and the raffle took place. There were many pleased recipients for the prizes from the Old Lions and the Badgers.
A thank you to Leigh and Lesley Crook for dealing with the barbeque, Samantha and Amy Crook for selling raffle tickets, Steve Lloyd for bringing and putting up Gazebos with help from players, also for tables and chairs he brought along, as too Barry Mayfield. Thank you to all there for making it all happen. I must not forget our umpires Andy and Billy Marchant and our coaches Phil and Norman, and our 2 BBQ’S supplied by Ray and Andy.
My special thanks go to Hilary for cleaning and making sure the dressing rooms and toilet facilities were spotless, lastly a thank you for all our supporters and families for such a good day.
By the way profit from the raffle and BBQ was a grand £105.00.
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Total games we played within the league 11 with 1 forfeit and I cancelled due to lack of players on opposing team. The total number of games played was 13 with 8 wins and 5 losses. I have not yet received the last game played on the 13th September score sheets back from Brian although it was a win to the Old Timers against Braintree and it has been included in the total.
DON’ T FORGET IF YOU WANT TO ATTEND THE DINNER LET ME KNOW A.S.A.P WITH YOUR MENU CHOICES.
IF YOU HAVE ANY EQUIPMENT BELONGING TO THE CLUB PLEASE LET GARY KNOW AS IT NEEDS TO BE ACCOUNTED FOR.
IF YOU HAVE ANY MONEY OUTSTANDING FOR FEES ETC. PLEASE SEND TO RAY
My thanks to you all for giving me the support and encouragement that enabled me to carry on as Administrator this year.
Jean 29th September 2009
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O.T.B.C. NEWSLETTER JULY 2009
Well here I am again writing to inform you of just what has been happening within our Club for the past month or so.
Our Old Timers Memorial Tournament is arranged for the 31st August at Enfield. I have taken the trophy in for adding the two names and I have also ordered the three trophies. If there are any social members who would like to come along it will be a pleasure to see you. There will be a BBQ as well as a raffle. Players and anyone wishing to partake of the delights offered off the BBQ need to have a voucher purchased from me preferably in advance of the 31st Aug at the price of £3.00 which entitles them to a Burger Bun or a Sausage Bun or Bacon Bun, tea or coffee or a soft drink or a bottle of water. As well as this there will be coleslaw, pasta, salad bits and other nibbles free of charge. Raffle will be on sale and it would be appreciated if you have any items suitable for prizes to bring them along.
Donations of cakes, biscuits and any additional items of food would also be very welcome.
There will be three games on the day and the first will commence at 10.30 am which will be the Old Timers V the Old Lions from Viterbo. They are bringing their supporters, family members with them in fact a total of 55 people. Any one wishing to volunteer to umpire, putting up gazebos, outfield fences, bringing out benches and bringing along tables and chairs, your help would br greatly appreciated too.
I am determined to make it a great day for all especially as a tribute to Peter and all members of the Old Timers Club no longer with us.
Our Annual Dinner will be on the 14th November and the venue is the Crown Hotel, London Street, Chertsey. If you would like to attend just give me a quick call as I need to have some idea of numbers. If you have not received details of menu choices etc again get in touch with me.
Dates for your diary:- Sunday 6th September – there is a friendly game arranged with the Thames Valley Bisons at ENFIELD.
Sunday 13th September possibility of game at Braintree
Sunday 20th September – friendly game arranged with Richmond Dragons at ENFIELD.
End of Season
Saturday 17th October our Annual Post Season Meeting will be held at the Congregational Church Old Coulsdon Surrey (Heath Room 1pm-5pm).
GAMES PLAYED
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Sunday 28th June 2009
Braintree Rays V Old Timers at ENFIELD
Today a squad of 16 players’ things looked extremely good for the Old Timers. Pitchers today were Paul, Matt, Tony and Kevin Pickstone. There was a total of 28 runs with 11 hits from Justin 1(2b),4 singles, Peter B 1(2b), and singles from Mike H (1), Tony(1), Billy(2), and Rob(1). 10 Stolen bases, 17 Base on Balls, and 20 RBI’S.
Final Score Braintree Rays 12 OLD TIMERS 28
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Sunday 5th July 2009
Guildford Mavericks V Old Timers at ENFIELD
Just 11 players today but they all did very well. Matt pitched the whole game and we had a total of 17 runs and 12 hits. Justin 1(2b), 1 single, Billy 1(2b) I single and singles from Gary (2), Mike (1),Tony(2), Matt (2) and Steve Chandler (1). 22 stolen bases 11 base on balls 13 RBI’s and a double play between Justin and Tony.
Final Score Guildford Mavericks 7 Old Timers 17
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Sunday 12 July we had to forfeit due to injuries and players on holiday.
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Sunday 19th July 2009
Essex Archers V Old Timers at Townmead
Today just 10 men and Pitchers today were Peter Barratt and Gary. There were 2 hits 1 (2b) from John Turpin and a single from Tony.11 stolen bases, 8 base on balls, and 2 RBI’s. 1 hit by pitch was Pete B.
Final Score Essex Archers 16 Old Timers 6
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There was a game played on Sunday 26th July but do not have all the necessary figures to hand. We played the Bracknell Blazers II who are leading the league.
We might not have a game this weekend as Braintree does not have a pitcher of catcher. Essex Archers are due to play Southampton but there could be a chance that Southampton might cancel which means they are quite willing to give us a game. I will not know until SATURDAY if we have game or not so I will let you know one way or the other.
Thank you
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O.T.B.C ANNUAL MEMORIAL TOURNAMENT
2009
August 31st Venue: Enfield Playing Fields.
Game 1- Old Timers V Old Lions 10:30-12:30
All teams will gather for one minute silence. 12:35
Game 2- Old Timers V Bristol Badgers 12:45-14:45
Game 3- Old Lions V Bristol Badgers 15:00-17:00
Raffle Draw & Presentation of Trophies. 17:15
Barbeque (Weather Permitting) Raffle
Tournament Rules:
1. Games to start at scheduled time and last 2hrs.
2. No innings are to start after 1hr 50 mins.
3. Each team must provide 2 new balls, to be handed to Tournament Coordinator.
4. Tie games will be decided on the number of hits then 3rd base hits, then 2nd base hits.
5. The “Home Team” to be decided by the toss of a coin.
6. Score sheets must be given to Tournament Scorer.
Note: Any Problems, please contact George or Jean in good time.
George Simmons Jean Crook
Tel: Home-01268 724559 01795 425898
Mobile-07951202627 07946568980
Tournament Coordinators.
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24/06/2009
OLD TIMERS BASEBALL CLUB NEWSLETTER JUNE 2009
Firstly I will apologise for the lack of newsletters this season I will not go into any detail as I am sure you will all understand that things for the last few months have been rather difficult to get my head round.
Before I do a brief resume on the games played I would like to give you dates that need to be put in diaries. There have been three rain cancelled games this year and the re-arranged dates for them are:-
July 12th Essex Archers V Old Timers at Enfield
August 2nd Old Timers V Braintree Rays at Braintree
August 16th Old Timers V Richmond Dragons at Richmond
The game this Sunday 28th June is at Enfield against the Braintree Rays, please remember to phone in or email to confirm whether you are available or unavailable.
The Old Timers Annual Memorial Tournament is at Enfield on August 31st Bank Holiday Monday. If there are older players who would like to come along and umpire for us it would be greatly appreciated. We are hoping to have a raffle and prizes are always very acceptable. The Old Lions Team has changed their hotel and is now staying in the Chelsea Football Club Hotel. A coach has been booked to pick them up from the hotel and bring them to Enfield and return them back there after the end of the Tournament.
Later in the year we have our Annual Dinner and I have been making a few enquires regarding a suitable venue. If you can spare a couple of minutes to let me know if you are hoping to come along I would like to know as obviously having some idea of numbers helps me with the size of the room etc.
The date I have in mind is either the 14th or 21st November.
As you are no doubt aware the B.B.F. said that all clubs have to play with wooden bats this season and Ray as our club treasurer went out looking for bats. He managed to procure them and he bought them for us. I would like to thank Ray for doing this.
He then received a phone call from a social member of the club who has been involved in Baseball for many years who kindly offered to pay for a number of bats and he gave the club a donation of £90.00. This money has been given to the Team Manager Gary to see what he can get. I would like to thank William Morgan for this generous gift and tell him a big THANK YOU from all of us.
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Sunday 3rd May 2009
Essex Archers V Old Timers at Enfield
The first game of the season and a squad of 13 players all ready for the pitch off with manager Gary as the new elected Team Manager.
Paul R pitched off and the game commenced. We had a total of 10 runs with hits from Justin 1 (2b) and 2 singles, Tony 1 (2b), 1 single, Gary 1(2b), 1 single, and singles from Mike Harrold, John Turpin, John Dodd, Billy Gibney and Andy Marchant. There were 8 stolen Bases, and 9 base on balls and a total of 6 R.B.I’s. Gary and Mike both were hit by pitch. Peter Barratt took over as our pitcher at the top of the 8th.
Essex Archers 13 Old Timers 10
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Sunday 10th May 2009
Old Timers V Braintree Rays at Braintree
Today we had a squad of 14 players and today’s pitcher was a new member of the Old Timers Matt Aitkin. Tony came into pitch at top of the 8th.
We had a total of 5 runs and 10 hits from Gary 1(2b), and singles from Gary 1, Peter B 1, Mike 2, Colin 1, John T1, Tony 1, Rob 1, and Billy 1.
There were 9 stolen bases, 2 R.B.I’s, and again Mike was hit by pitch as well as Tony.
Old Timers 5 Braintree Rays 15
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Sunday 24th May 2009
Old Timers V Southampton Mustangs II
Unfortunately I cannot give you individual stats for this game as there were only nine players who went to Southampton and no one to do the scoring. It was a win to the Old Timers.
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Sunday 14th June 2009
London Marauders V Old Timers
Today I went to baseball for the first time this year and was very glad I did. We had a squad of 13 players. Today’s pitchers were Paul and Matt. We had a total of 16 hits Justin 1 (3b ), 1 (2b) 1single, Billy 2 singles, Mike 1 single, Paul 1 single, Tony 1 singles, Phil Chesterton 2 singles, Pete B 1 single, Matt 3 singles, Steve Chandler 1 single and Rob Walker 1 single. There were 15 stolen bases. 22 RBI s. 4 players were hit by pitch and there were 19 BB’s. John Thomas umpired for four innings and Gary did the remailnder.
London Marauders 1 Old Timers 30.
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That brings us up to date re the games and hopefully I will continue attending games and doing a more regular newsletter.
Please let me have some answers to my questions.
A gentle reminder if there is anyone who has yet to pay their subs can you please send it off to Ray.
I know Matt would like to have an Old Timers shirt but we have to have an order for 5 so if you are thinking of replacing yours then can you let me know.
I will be going to Goff’s funeral on Tuesday and I have put a tribute to him on the BBF website as well as the Old Timers.
Thank you all for your continued support to the club and look forward to seeing you all at the games.
Jean Crook
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