Newsletter: 3rd August

Another busy week as we head into the final stages of the season, but rain emerges as the winner, allowing only two matches to be completed. Firstly, the Midweek XI played out a tight fixture against Victoria, managing to sneak home by one wicket - with Shayan Anwar being the hero, batting well with the tail to secure the win. Next, our Partick XI made the long trip to Galloway, where they spent more time in the car than on the field, thanks to an excellent bowling performance. Opening bowlers Etheridge and Rawat performed exceptionally well, skittling Galloway for 53, and then our batters chased down the target, losing only 3 wickets in the process.

Nayma pictured on the right after her 80* for Scotland U17.

Nayma and Jenna selected for tri-series in Dumfries

Congratulations to Nayma Sheikh and Jenna Stanton, who have been playing for Scotland U17 in Dumfries against Ireland and the Netherlands this week. Both have been performing well, with Nayma smashing an excellent 80*. Full scorecards are available here: https://cricketscotlandlive.com/matches/?entity=135042&grade=75102&season=15 .

Jedhli returns home

Unfortunately, due to family circumstances, our overseas professional Jedhli van Briesies is returning home. Throughout his time with the club, we have benefited greatly from his keeping, batting and bowling talents, as well as his knowledge and coaching. We thank him for his time at West, wish him all the best, and have his family in our thoughts.

Moneeb continues his international coaching duties

At the recent World T20 qualifier in Edinburgh, club coach Moneeb Iqbal was on hand, putting the Scotland players through their paces. Following the successful tournament for the Scots, Moneeb is working with Scotland A and we wish him all the best.

Fundraising dinner

We are eagerly approaching our exciting fundraising dinner in September. A big thank you goes to our club sponsors, McCrea Financial Services, who have generously promoted the event on their website: https://www.mccreafs.co.uk/about-us/news/mccrea-west-of-scotland-fundraising-dinner/ . Tickets are still available, and if you have any questions or inquiries, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. Your support and participation in this event will make a significant difference to our club’s renovation efforts.

Results

Tuesday 25th July

Midweek XI 115/8 from 17.4 overs vs Victoria 114/5 from 20 overs - Midweek XI win by 1 wicket.

Saturday 29th July

• McCrea FS West of Scotland XI 191/8 from 41 overs (K Sajjad 73, M Iqbal 58*) vs LOC Hire Stenhousemuir 77/5 from 18 overs (J Fennah 2/15) - Match abandoned due to rain.

• Galloway 53 all out from 29.3 overs (A Rawat 5/20, G Etheridge 3/4) vs Partick XI 54/3 from 8.5 overs - Partick XI win by 7 wickets.

• Clydesdale Bees 141 all out from 35.5 overs (B Stanton 4/20) vs Hamilton Crescent XI - Match abandoned due to rain.

Sunday 30th July

• McCrea FS West of Scotland XI vs Prestwick (McCulloch Cup Semi Final) - Match cancelled due to rain. New date 8th August 6:15pm.

• Titwood XI vs Partick XI (Western Cup final) - Match cancelled due to rain. New Date TBC.

• Milngavie CC vs Sunday XI - Match cancelled due to rain.

Fixtures

Saturday 5th August

• Stirling County vs McCrea FS West of Scotland XI - 12pm, New Williamfield.

• Partick XI vs East Kilbride - 12pm, Hamilton Crescent.

Sunday 6th August

• Albert Park vs Partick XI, Greenwood Trophy Final, 1pm, Albert Park.

• McCrea FS West of Scotland Women’s XI vs Northern Lights, 2pm, Morningside

• Hamilton Crescent XI vs Renfrew, 12pm, KGV