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Killinghall Cricket Club
nidderdale area cricket league established 1894

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Mick Sweeney 
Role: Batsman/Kiwi
Team: 1st
Bio: Overseas 2009 from Melbourne. Mick came as a batsman but following the oz ashes hammering the club coaching staff have developed Mick into an all rounder to give them a chance in 2010/11. Has a lot in common with other Nidderdale League batsman as he has also been subject to abuse from Killinghall Hall of Fame overseas bowler Ben Milliken while playing at home
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Conrad Alder
Role: Scorer / Mentor
Team: 1st
Bio: Picked up on a free transfer from Knaresborough. Taken over as senior scorer, althought the club has had to fund many operations for him to be able to see as far as the wicket. Relishes Hampsthwaite fixtures!
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Chris Base
Role: All-rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: Chris will have to balance his time between being a check-out lady at Asda and his cricket this season. After an injury plauged 2009 season Chris will be hoping to return to full fitness this season.
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Jim Bickerdike
Role: Batsman
Team: 1st
Bio: Super-sub made his eagerly awaited debut for Killinghall in 2007.
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James Crawfurd-Porter
Role: All-rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: In an effort to save his career Jimmy has underdone three knee re-construction operations in the close season. A winter off the ski slopes and rehabilitation in the nets should see him in a position to re-claim top cricketer in the family from his lads.
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Richard Danby
Role: Batsman
Team: 1st
Bio: Mr Reliable had a quiet year in 2009 with the bat. After taking over senior spin bowling duties from the injury prone JCP he is hoping for a dry summer and turning wickets so that his off-spin can blossom.
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Tom Durance
Role: All-rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: Destructive bowler to numbers 9, 10 and 11. Is hoping to develop into an all rounder this year
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Steve Gilmour
Role: Bowler
Team: 1st
Bio: 2006 Season Overseas. Came over as a 12st quick bowler, went home an 18st slogger!! Will he ever recover? Made his first class debut for Victoria in 2009. Rumour has it the aussies selectors see him as the new 'Albie Morkel'
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Stuart Milburn
Role: All-rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: The club pro. His gentle medium pace still effective on uncovered wickets. Batting needs to be worked on before he can be mentioned in the same breath as M Yates.
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Ben Nami
Role: Slow Bowler
Team: 1st
Bio: Another player picked up on a Bosman from Hampsthwaite. Deadly when one pitches in line or connects with the bat. Expects to be sledged on his return to the 'thwaite.
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Jos Overend
Role: All-rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: The eyes may be going, and he may not have held at catch since the Millenium, could 2010 see the emergence of Jos as a 3rd XI star?
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Daniel Salpietro
Role: All Rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: 2008 Overseas Player
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Tony Whittaker
Role: Wkt Keeper/Batsman
Team: 1st
Bio: After relinquishing the Captaincy duties for the Cup Final in 2009 Tony had to settle for text updates to his Spanish Villa from the watching supporters before celebrating with a couple of Sangrias!
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Dion Wood
Role: All rounder
Team: 1st
Bio: Signed on a free tranfer from Masham midway through the 2009 season.
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Matthew Yates
Role: Bowler
Team: 1st
Bio: Killinghall's only specialist fielder continued to please the Killinghall public with some top fielding efforts in 2008, fitness and talent the only thing stopping this international class showman.
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Andy Bellerby
Role: Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: 6 years after last donning the whites of Killinghall Andy made his eagerly awaited comeback in 2009. Helped the 2nd XI win the Reservce Knock Out with lusty blows down the order, including 5 sixes in one over against Ripon.
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Dave Bentley
Role: Wkt Keeper/Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: Another of the clubs wicketkeeper / batsmen / captains. Captain the "two's" to cup glory in 2009 and hoping to follow that up with another successful campaign.
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Andre Clarkson
Role: Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: Feeling the pressure from Jaques on the cricket field and the golf course. Hoping to make a comeback in 2010 after returning from Africa where he helped to sell 1000's of replica football shirts!
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Pierre Clarkson
Role: Bowler
Team: 2nd
Bio: Quick bowler who has recovered from his no bowling problem. With rumours of James Lancaster returning Pierre will have to step things up in the field or receieve words from his harshest critic!
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Sam Cook
Role: All Rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: Friend of teen pace ace Chris Base. Although Chris is the senior player Sam is his supervisor on the Morrisons Fishmonger counter where they both work. Famous for sulking in the field, and remaining seated whilst the bowler is bowling!!
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Howard Cooper
Role: Bowler
Team: 2nd
Bio: Is now events and social scene manager for the club. Hope to get a few wickets and runs from him in 2009. Won International Curry Maker of the year from 1999-2005.
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Scott Copley
Role: All-rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: After a dissapointing 2008 which saw him lose 100% of the games he captained he is raring to go! Has bought Mike Brearleys 'The Art Of Captaincy' and taken on the captaincy of the evening league side as well as 2nds vice captain duties!
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Andrew Dobby
Role: All Rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: After a rather quiet 2009 season, Andy will be looking to resurrect the leg spin/inswing combination which made him a big threat to tail enders in the lower divisions. With no international competitions this year to distract him, the club are looking for a big year from this 2nd team veteran.
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Paul Hepworth
Role: Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: After peaking in the first game of the season last year with a score of 98, Paul will be hoping to prolong his form this year, at least until May. Has been developing his leg spin in nets with the hope of turning his arm over in 2010 after hanging up the keeping gloves.
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Matthew Keith
Role: Cosmetics Aisle / Ladieswear
Team: 2nd
Bio: Received the Nidderdale League Fielding Award at the league dinner from Matthew Hoggard for running out Squire last ball of the game to beat Pannal. This sits proud with his previous Nidderdale League award which was against Pannal for most runs conceded in an over. The confidence from this has led to him setting high targets for 2009 during his meeting with skipper Bents on the clubs pre season tour to Dubai. This year he hopes to run 3 quick singles and a two, who can stop him now!
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James Lancaster
Role: All Rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: Athers is back! The club was able to broker a deal with James personal sponsor Haribo Starmix to secure his signature. Will he again be counting Pierres refusals and drops in the field? Expect lots of diving and dirty whites from the youngster.
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Tom Mortimer
Role: All Rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: Fireman Tom is back. Limited availability this season but we expect maximum performance from this cat rescuing, ladder climbing action hero!
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Nigel Pennock
Role: Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: MOM performance in the 2nd XI Cup Final shot Nige into Killinghall folk law. Was awarded the keys to the village for his performance and hopes to continue his run scoring exploits in 2010.
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Rod Russell
Role: All-rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: To ensure he became best Russell in the 2nd XI Rod nominated Jamie as 3rd XI vice-captain. Will he ever give Matthew any peace on a saturday afternoon? Hopes to prepare some good tracks for 2010.
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Tom Stanford
Role: Batsman
Team: 2nd
Bio: After a few years playing for local rivals Hampsthwaite Tom has decided it is time to return to Killinghall. Still needs to convince team mates that he is the best cricketer in the Stanford family!!
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Andrew Thompson
Role: All-rounder
Team: 2nd
Bio: The housing downturn has limited 'Phil's' tv work leaving him more committed to the team this year. Rumour has it Kirsty will be helping with teas this season
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Joel Weaver
Role: Bowler
Team: 2nd
Bio: The Otley Beaver made his much awaited comeback in 2009 after being released by the ladies rowing team at university where he was chief cox!!
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Henry Ashman
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
Bio: After taking a fancy to Sylvia's Lemon Drizzle cake in 2009 Henry will be looking to put in a strong performance in 2010 with both bat and ball. A pre-season session in the gym has put him in a strong position to re-claim the best cricketer in the family mantle from his dad.
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Jimmy Ashman
Role: All rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Unorthodox batting style has proved effective on numerous occasions, and is often used as a pinch hitter early in the innings to take account of the fielding restrictions. Bowls at a lively pace but one feels not always in control!!
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Adam Crawfurd-Porter
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
Bio: Promising batsman looking to establish himself in the 3rds this season with a bucket full of runs. Usefull leggie, and has been developing a doosra over the winter which may be unleashed in 2010.
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Ben Crawfurd-Porter
Role: Bowler
Team: 3rd
Bio: Along with Adam looking to take over his fathers mantle. Has been unable to find a coach to help him progress. Gets considerably more turn from his offies than his dad and hits the ball further than his brother.
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Mark Garland
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
Bio: Enjoys playing for the 3rd XI, as "Games are finished and we are in the pub by four!!" Great team player.
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Jake Hawkin
Role: Bowler
Team: 3rd
Bio: Lower order pinch hitter. Can hit the ball twice as far as his Dad and bowls quicker too, just not as accurate!!
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Ian Hawkins
Role: All-rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Useful all rounder. Played an important role in the victory over gas sports in 2006.
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J Jackson
Role: All rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Wacko Jacko proved his batting credentials with a hundred in his first few games. Likes to go over the top early especially to cow corner!! Scored vital runs in the 2nd XI's successful cup campaign in 2009.
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Joe Morrell
Role: Keeper
Team: 3rd
Bio: Junior
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Mark Morrell
Role: Batsman / Wicketkeeper
Team: 3rd
Bio: Taken over the 3rd XI Captain after a break from captaincy in 2007. If the cows don't need milking he will hope to be a driving force in Division 8
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Jess Parker
Role: Bowler
Team: 3rd
Bio: Good debut in 2007. 2008 will be a big year for Jess as the second female ever to play for Killinghall
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Dave Parkes
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
Bio: After several seasons honing his skills in the First XI, DJ Parkes looks set to fire the Third XI to their promotion push this season with his powerful top order hitting.
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Jamie Russell
Role: Batsman WK/ VC
Team: 3rd
Bio: Third team Miami is hoping to step up to the plate in the 3rds this year. Taken over the keeping duties for 2010 and hoping to turn in some Adam Gilchrist type performance at the top of the order. Been trying to develop some off-side shots in the nets which he may look to utilise on rare occasions in 2010.
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Roger Schofield
Role: Bowler/Scorer/Treasurer
Team: 3rd
Bio: The 3rd XI has given Roger a new lease of life and allowed him to escape the score box. Has more kit bags than a sports shop. Hopes the yellow sweatbands have got a few more years life in them!
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Richard Snuggs
Role: Bowler
Team: 3rd
Bio: Left arm quick bowler with an unorthodox batting style all of his own.
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Harry Stanford
Role: All Rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Scores more runs than his Dad on a regular basis, both on a Saturday and in the back garden. Possess a great googly which his Dad is yet to pick.
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Alex Thompson
Role: All Rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Useful left handed batsman, if only he didnt feel the need to run for every shot!! Good fielder and safe pair of hands. Looking to follow Billy's footsteps as the club rugby pro.
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Chris Triggs
Role: All rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Make his club debut in 2009, and soon sparkled with a unorthodox 43 in the eve league. Found runs harder to come by on a saturday though, but has big plans for 2010 season.
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Chris Webster
Role: All rounder
Team: 3rd
Bio: Usefull middle order hitter and a steady bowler, although anything longer than a two over spell can be his undoing!
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Jack Whittaker
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
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Mark Whittaker
Role: Batsman
Team: 3rd
Bio: Another senior to make his debut in 2007. Feeling pressure from his boys and the 'Shoes!
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Tom Whittaker
Role: Bowler
Team: 3rd
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