Beacon Cricket Club

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🏏 TEAM NEWS | WEEKEND FIXTURES 🏏
Another big Saturday ahead for Beacon CC as we continue in the Win/Loss/Draw format 👌
🔥 Headline news
A big boost for the 1st XI with the return of Filo (James Fildes), adding real quality for the home clash 💪
The 2nd XI will be looking to bounce back to winning ways this weekend, with Josh Westwood earning a well-deserved promotion after strong performances 👏
In the 3rd XI, there’s a strong look about the group with Ajay Ralh returning to the side, alongside Jason Swan, as they aim to carry on their momentum from recent weeks 👊
💥 The 4th XI welcome back their opening partnership of Andy Harvey and Joe Gowen, a big boost as they look to put in a strong performance at home 💥
💥 Fixtures:
🏏 1st XI vs Hammerwich (H) – 12:30 start
🏏 2nd XI vs Highcroft (A) – 12:30 start
🏏 3rd XI vs Armitage (A) – 12:30 start
🏏 4th XI vs Rugeley (H) – 12:30 start
Strong squads across the club as we look to keep building momentum heading into the weekend ⚡
👏 Good luck to everyone pulling on the shirt – get down and support if you can!

🏏 Weekend Round-Up
Another busy weekend for Beacon CC with plenty of action across all five sides, producing some strong performances and notable individual contributions.
1st XI ✅
A controlled win for the 1st XI against Penkridge.
A dominant bowling display saw the opposition dismissed for just 70 all out, with L Gamage (4-23) and J Cartwright (3-10) leading the attack.
Beacon chased the target comfortably, reaching 70/4, with O Green (32) and L Gamage (21)* finishing the job.
2nd XI ❌
A tough outing for the 2nd XI against league leaders Springvale.
Beacon posted 190/9, with A Hartshorn (60) and J Stanier (37) top scoring.
However, Springvale chased it down, reaching 193/5, despite efforts from D Cleaver (2-40) and J Stanier (2-44).
3rd XI ✅
A strong performance from the 3rd XI secured a convincing win.
Penn were bowled out for 235, with T Turner (3-39) and D Harvey (3-39) leading the bowling effort.
Beacon responded superbly, reaching 239/3, with an outstanding 113 from J Westwood and excellent support from J Swan (63)* to guide the team home.
4th XI ❌
The 4th XI fell just short in their fixture against Penn.
Beacon posted 120/4, with S Lowe (46) and C Brettell (18) contributing runs.
Penn chased down the total, with B Soundararajan (3-27) and B Davis (2-27) the standout performers with the ball.
5th XI ❌
A battling effort from the 5th XI wasn’t quite enough against in the friendly against Worcester Nomads. 
The visitors posted 221/8, with B Curtiss (2-14) and A Curtiss (1-12) chipping in.
Beacon replied with 176 all out, with A Curtiss (46) and J Gowen (35) leading the scoring.

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🌟 Poolhall Recruitment Player of the Week
🏆 Josh Westwood (3rd XI)
A match-winning innings of 113 (68 balls), producing a dominant and controlled display to lead the 3rd XI to victory in style.

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👏 Honourable Mentions
Lakshan Gamage (1st XI) – A brilliant all-round contribution with 4-23 and 21* to play a key role in the win.
Jason Swan (3rd XI) – A composed 63*, providing vital support in a match-winning partnership.

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Another competitive weekend for the club with plenty of positives and standout individual efforts across the sides 💙

Bar open tomorrow down the Bratch tomorrow!

🏏 TEAM NEWS | WEEKEND FIXTURES 🏏
Another big Saturday ahead for Beacon CC.
🔥 Headline news�A big boost for the 1st XI with Tom Elwell returning to the side, adding quality for the trip to Penkridge 💪
The 2nd XI face a tough test against top of the league Springvale, with Mike Brookes, Ash Hartshorn and Ed Steventon returning to strengthen the side alongside a strong core 🔥
In the 3rd XI, there’s plenty coming back in with Josh Westwood, Jason Swan and Dan Harvey all returning, giving the side a real lift for their home clash 👊
💥 The 4th XI will be looking to return to winning ways this weekend, with the return of Si Lowe adding further strength to the side 💥
💥 Fixtures:�🏏 1st XI vs Penkridge (A) – 12:30 start�🏏 2nd XI vs Springvale (H) – 12:30 start�🏏 3rd XI vs Penn (H) – 12:30 start�🏏 4th XI vs Penn (A) – 12:30 start
Strong squads across the club as we look to build momentum this weekend ⚡
👏 Good luck to everyone pulling on the shirt – get down and support if you can!

Positive start to another busy week.

Our under 12s kept up there positive start the season with a victory over Himley mainly due to an all round tight bowling performance.

The under 10s narrowly lost to a strong oldswinford side at the Bratch but there were plenty of positives to take for our young side.

Also great to see such brilliant attendances for both our blossoming ladies and girls sections training.

🏏 Weekend Round-Up
Another competitive weekend for Beacon CC, with strong performances across the sides and plenty of individual contributions to highlight.

1st XI ✅
A dominant display from the 1st XI saw them comfortably defeat Brewood.
A superb bowling performance led by D Green (4-25) and J Cartwright (3-10) dismissed the visitors for just 67 all out.
Beacon made light work of the chase, reaching 69/2, with G Singh (29) and D Green (14*) guiding the side home.
2nd XI 🤝 (Winning Draw)
The 2nd XI had to settle for a winning draw despite a strong showing.
Batting first, Beacon posted a solid 247 all out, led by R Fildes (73) and D Harvey (55).
In reply, Whittington were restricted to 52/2, with B Parker (1-7) and J Stanier (0-9) keeping things tight.
3rd XI ❌
A close contest for the 3rd XI saw them narrowly miss out.
Beacon were bowled out for 171, with C Hyde (54) and A Harvey (27) top scoring.
Despite a strong bowling effort from J Williams (3-17) and L Singh (3-27), West Brom reached 151/9 to take the result.
4th XI ❌
A tough result for the 4th XI despite some strong performances.
Beacon posted 148 all out, with A Kumar (49) and A Curtiss (29) leading the way.
However, Wolves reached 120/4, with efforts from B Davies (2-17) and B Curtiss (1-18) not quite enough to secure the win.

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🌟 Player of the Week
🏆 Daniel Green (1st XI)
A match-winning all-round performance, taking 4-25 and finishing 14* to help guide the 1st XI to a dominant victory.

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Honourable Mentions

🏆 Roger Fildes (2nd XI)
A crucial 73, anchoring the innings and setting up a strong total.
🏆 Daniel Harvey (2nd XI)
A well-made 55, providing key support in an excellent batting performance.

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A mixed set of results, but plenty of positives and strong individual efforts across the club 💙

Unusually the Friday club will have a game to watch tonight as our ladies take on Wolverhampton.
Come down and support if you can.

🏏 TEAM NEWS | WEEKEND FIXTURES 🏏
Another big Saturday ahead for Beacon CC as we continue in the Win/Loss/Draw format 👌
🔥 Headline news
A huge boost for the 1st XI as Max Lee returns to the side, adding real strength for the trip to Brewood 💪
The 2nd XI are bolstered with Haneesh Chauhan coming into the side, alongside Dylan Cleaver continuing his return with bat and ball, giving the team excellent all-round depth 🔥
In the 3rd XI, it’s great to see Chris Burns back involved, while Andy Harvey and Joe Gowen earn promotion after their hundreds last week – a well-deserved reward 👏
💥 The 4th XI will be looking to keep their strong run going and make it 5 wins from 5 this weekend 💥
💥 Fixtures:
🏏 1st XI vs Brewood (A) – 12:30 start
🏏 2nd XI vs Whittington (H) – 12:30 start
🏏 3rd XI vs West Brom Dartmouth (A) – 12:30 start
🏏 4th XI vs Wolverhampton (H) – 12:30 start
Strong squads across the club as we look to build momentum this weekend ⚡
👏 Good luck to everyone pulling on the shirt – get down and support if you can!

Congratulations Andy and Joe

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