Blog Layout
2022 FIXTURES ANNOUNCED
Torrisholme CC • Jan 06, 2022
The Palace Shield 1st and 2nd XI fixtures for 2022 are now officially confirmed.
The 2022 season sees our 1st XI (Division 1A Champions in 2021) back in the Palace Shield Premier League
for the first time since 2018. They open up with a tough start, in a division which sees four former Northern League sides now in it (Barrow CC, Morecambe CC, Fleetwood CC & Preston CC).
Three of those four clubs being former Northern League Champions in their past. Five time Northern League winners Morecambe CC won as recently as 2015 and Fleetwood CC (also five time NL winners) were Champions just ten years ago in 2012. Two time NL winners Preston CC last won it in 1983 and Barrow CC, although not a former Northern League winner, were runners up in 2010, with a 16 year old Liam Livingstone (Lancashire & England) in their 1st XI then.
We know there will also be strong competition from last years’ Division 1A runners-up Euxton, who were promoted alongside ourselves, plus the sides who did well in the PS Prem in 2021. Barrow CC finished 3rd just 8 points behind promoted Vernon Carus (184 points) and Champions Penrith (194 points). Kirkham & Wesham CC finished 4th, just one point behind Barrow with 175 points and Thornton Cleveleys ended up in 5th with 160 points. All of these will prove tough competition, not forgetting Croston CC who finished 3rd and won the Meyler Cup in 2019.
It really will be a step up for Bryson Little's young side and will again see a friendly local rivalry with near neighbours Morecambe CC. The two sides have many links in their illustrious pasts' which have included players such as; Karl Hansson, Stuart Errington, Jonno Gates and of course the late great Graham 'Chubby' Lee. The two clubs have never met in a 1st XI v 1st XI league fixture before. But have faced each other in the pandemic affected 2020 season, albeit in a rain affected T20 fixture, which Morecambe won by 20 runs. That year also saw TCC 1st XI paired against MCC 2nd XI in the reformatted, shorter season (Level 2 – Group D). TCC winning at Woodhill Lane by 27 runs. That said, the sides have met in local Tower Shield games in the distant past and there have of course been numerous closely fought junior fixtures between the two clubs in the Westmorland League at all age levels. However, it really will be great to see the two clubs finally meet in home and away 45 over fixtures for the first time. The dates to look out for are 4 June
at Woodhill Lane and 20 August
at Boundary Meadow, we expect there will be good support present for both fixtures.
After last season’s run to the last 32 in the Village Cup (a national knock-out with the final held at Lords) our 1st XI are again entered with Round 1 scheduled for 24 April. The draw takes place in February. More details at: www.nationalvillagecup.com
The Palace Shield T20 programme has expanded in 2022 with Torrisholme promoted into the T20 Division 1 North Group. This is following promotion of the 1st XI to the PS Prem and after winning the T20 Division 2 title last year. There will be 7 fixtures in the group stages between the 30 May and 17 July. The first game is home to local opposition with Carnforth CC set to visit Boundary Meadow (week commencing 30 May) . The last T20 group game sees a third game against Morecambe also at home, this will be arranged during w/c 11 July. Along with Carforth and Morecambe TCC are up against Garstang 2, Great Eccleston, Kirkham & Wesham, Fleetwood and Thornton Cleveleys.
Due to league changes, our 2nd XI have had a relegation reprieve and thankfully remain in Division Two for 2022. The 2nd XI open up with an away game at Penwortham 3rd's on 23 April followed by a home fixture with Whittingham & Goosnargh 1st XI on the 30 April. The last game of the season sees the 2nd's at home to Vernon Carus 2nd's.
The Sunday League fixtures are yet to be finally confirmed, are likely to shift about slightly, however we do still intend to run two sides. A 1st XI in Sunday Division 1 and a 2nd "Development" XI in Sunday Division 2 West. This is again fantastic news for our older juniors (13+) as there will be more opportunities for senior cricket. Our Sunday teams open up on 24 April with the Sun 1st XI at home to Fylde and the Development XI away to St. Annes.
The Palace Shield senior fixtures in full (all Saturday and Sunday fixtures are now 1pm
starts). Please note all Sunday League, Cup matches and T20 fixtures are subject to changes.
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN... As last year, our Indoor Winter Net sessions have now been booked at Carnforth High, Sports Hall, LA5 9LS. There is ample parking on site, with the sports hall accessed via a path from the car park.
John Day MBE It was with great sadness that we at Torrisholme Cricket Club heard of the passing of our long time President and ardent supporter John Day MBE and we offer our sincere condolences to his daughter Alison, his son Peter and their families.
We are once again looking for match ball sponsors for the forthcoming 2024 season. Become a Match Ball Sponsor for just £25.00 per game and support our club. Last season we spent over £1,700 on match balls across our senior sides and any sponsorship we can get in goes a long way to covering this cost. Balls are priced at £25.00 per game and sponsors will get coverage on the day of their specific match where they will feature on the club’s social media feeds and also on our club sponsor boards every week. Sponsors can include local businesses as well as families and individuals. All players are encouraged to make their best effort to get at least one match ball sponsor each. We cannot stress to our supporters enough how important fundraising like this is. If you would like to sponsor a match ball for the coming season you can do so by clicking HERE choosing from the remaining 1st XI and 2nd XI fixtures and making your payment. Along with social media posts, your name or business will be added to our Senior Fixture page under the relevant fixture. For any questions or queries please contact joe@torrisholmecc.co.uk #WeAreTCC
KIWI CONNOR SIGNS... Torrisholme Cricket Club are delighted to announce the exciting news that New Zealand paceman Connor Hooper will be joining the club for the 2024 season as our overseas amateur.
BOOKINGS NOW OPEN... Our Indoor Winter Net sessions have now been booked at Carnforth High, Sports Hall, LA5 9LS. Please note the change in venue from previous years. There is ample parking on site, with the sports hall accessed via a path from the car park.
The 2023 Junior Presentation Night was very well attended and we were blessed with a lovely night. The event started with the inauguration of a handsome bell and plaque in memory of much missed club umpire Malcolm Porter , his son Ashley and family were present to ring the bell in Malc's memory and a moving moment was witnessed by well over a hundred players, parents and coaches. Once again Aussie overseas Matt Cline was guest of honour, Matt is returning to Australia after the season and, unfortunately, he doesn't plan to return next year. He has become a friend to many at the club as well as being a wonderful player, we all wish him the very best for his future life and cricket back down under. Virtually all the prize winners were present at the event and the league winning Under 11 Hardball squad received their trophy from Matt. The Junior Clubman of the Year, or Lockwood Trophy as it is known, was once again awarded to long serving coach and player Sean McGuigan . Thanks to all who supported the junior section through another busy Summer, to groundsman Eddy Bayton for preparing all those wickets and to the bar team who kept us 'hydrated' through the season. Mark Drinkall Junior Chair
Our full list of TCC Life Members can now be found on the website... You can find the link at anytime via the Honours Page or view direct via this link CLICK HERE . #WeAreTCC
Torrisholme Cricket Club are excited to announce we will be running a two day cricket camp during May half term on both Tuesday 30th May and Wednesday 31st May at the club. The days will consist of coaching from first team captain Joseph Wills, first team T20 captain Jack Heap and our Australian Overseas Amateur Matt Cline. On both days the sessions will run from 10am-4pm. You will need to provide your child with a packed lunch each day . The sessions are open to boys and girls aged 8-16. There will be groups playing both softball and hardball cricket with opportunity to work with specialist batter Joseph, spin bowler Jack and pace bowler Matt. Places are limited (20 per day) so please don’t miss out on this great opportunity to improve your cricket skills. For this amazing experience the cost is just £30 per person, per day, with profits going towards club funds. Parents/Guardians are welcome to watch the sessions, but children can be left as supervised by DBS staff. In the event of bad weather, indoor sessions will be planned. Bookings are now open. Simply click the link below. You will need to select and add each day individually to your basket to book both days. Please detail the PLAYERS NAME in the 'Contact Info' box and the PARENT/GUARDIAN details in the email address. Once your player has been confirmed on the course, you will be sent a Medical Information and Consent Form to be completed before the session(s). CLICK HERE TO BOOK For further information please contact Jack via email on jack@torrisholmecc.co.uk