Making It Happen

Allow me to start by alluding to my previous blog in which I stated that when I wrote to you guys again, I would have some excellent news. We just ended our 4th match of the league against Banks; the game resulted in a draw. They bowled us out in our first innings for 203 with our captain reaching his second consecutive 50, which enabled us to post a decent total on the board. By the end of day 1, the score for Banks was 54-4, leaving the game in good equilibrium; however, the team included their most experienced batsman and former West Indies player Sherwin Campbell, accompanied by a good, young, talented David Carter at the crease.

On day 2, we recognized that we had to get early wickets, however we didn't as anticipated. Furthermore, they played well, with Carter scoring a well deserved 104 & Campbell 67. They declared close to the close of play leaving us in a deficit of 60. They had the momentum going into the final day’s play, which resulted in the loss of both our openers late in the evening, with me and the captain Renaldo seeing out the day’s play. 

Before I proceed with day 3, I would like to accentuate that with diligence, self belief, confidence and the power of concentration, anything is possible. At the start, we lost our skipper relatively early, which was to my belief, a slight misjudgment by the Ump. Consequently, I knew I had to be the one to carry my bat through the innings. I made a career best of 142, my second Div1 ton, my previous was 139*. By doing this, I accomplished one of my goals I had set before the season commenced, which was to score a hundred at my home ground.

Prior to this match, I told myself that I will make a hundred, and I also told our supporters, team mates, and my fans, who during our training sessions, stated that they were expecting nothing but a good performance from us. I assured everyone that I was going to make a big one and provide entertainment to those present; therefore I'm dedicating this one to those mentioned.

My next ton will be for me to enjoy more. We are currently in 3rd position in the league standings with the leaders only 2 points away, and with 5 games to go, we will indeed give it our all.

We host LIME in our next game, which will be a great challenge for us as they have some decent players. Once again I extend a special thanks to all who supported me and I solicit your continual support.

I will continue to work hard, to entertain and put smiles on your faces. As always, I'm writing from the cafe so I'm going to enjoy my cuppa! So until my next blog, positive guidance to all X

Triple The Joy

To my recollection, this has to be one of the best debuts of a season, for any Wanderers Div.1 team in years.  With 3 league games played and 3 consecutive wins, we couldn't ask for a better start.

Our last victory against BCL was somewhat motivated by our strong mentality to win by all means and by doing that, we would remain at the top of the standings.

It was a low scoring game, which the opposition had won and what I would regard as a good toss to win, considering the state of the wicket, slow and soft.

They bowled us out for 113, but by the end of day 1, we had five of their batsmen back in the hut for 57, so that would describe how bowler friendly the wicket was. I ended with a total of 11 runs in the match.  My second innings dismissal was one of regularity whenever the skipper and I teamed up in the middle. By now we probably have some kind of club record for ‘run outs’ together. He forced a non-existent single to short extra cover, but since he was in the middle before I was and also appearing in fine form, I took the initiative to sacrifice my hand for his, and by that, I think ''Barbz'' resulted in playing an innings which set the standard for us to win.

He made a magnificent 81, although scoring three figures would have made me feel a lot happier with my decision. We gave them about 160 to win in about 45 overs; we bowled them out for 93. From a more personal standpoint, I couldn't feel any better batting in the middle, although my stats for the season thus far may conclude otherwise. Nevertheless, I know that something amazing is going to happen.

We head back home for our next game against Banks. With their captain, a close friend of mine, he keeps buzzing in my ears daily about what he has in store for me when we meet this coming weekend. I love the banter he is giving me so far. Let’s say I couldn't want a better incentive to boost my performance in that game. 

For all our supporters, I must say a special thanks on behalf of the team for the support you have been giving us, we owe our success to each and every one of you, and I encourage you to continue giving us the support.  As for my personal fans, when I write to you guys again I am confident that I will have something great to share. But currently my cafe mocha is getting cold so I will get back to that now.

 Positive guidance to all X