April NECL fixtures

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Last Updated: Friday, 06 April 2018 16:21

Published: Friday, 06 April 2018 16:19

Written by Kevin Hewes

In line with the EAPL and Two Counties Cricket League, the NECL accepts that pre-season preparation of grounds has not been favourable due to the inclement weather over the last few weeks.
The committee have therefore made the decision that the fixtures below can be re-arranged to alternative date if possible, to maximise the chance of cricket. What the MC does not want, is to have perfect weather on the day of the match, and the match to be cancelled in advance due to groundstaff being unable to get the pitch fit for play.

If alternative dates are arranged - please let the exec committee () and myself () know as soon as possible, so that we can advise umpires, and make changes to the fixture list & Play-Cricket.
If somehow you are ahead with your pre-season ground schedule and do not anticipate issues beyond rain on the day of the game then please proceed as planned.

If games cannot be re-arranged, then the original date will be used and match recorded as cancelled if it does not take place.

Division One
Saturday 7^th April
Colchester & E.E. v. Wivenhoe
Sunday 15^th April
Elmstead v. Mistley
Wivenhoe v. Colchester & E.E
Sunday 22^nd April
Elmstead v. Wivenhoe
Sunday 29^th April
Clacton v. Copdock & Old Ipswichian
Colchester & E.E. v. Elmstead

T20
Sunday 29^th April
Braintree v. Galleywood – 2pm

Revised League Rules

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Last Updated: Wednesday, 04 April 2018 09:18

Published: Wednesday, 04 April 2018 09:11

Written by Kevin Hewes

I am pleased to say that the revised League Rules as agreed by the Management Committee have now been published on the website, ahead of the 2018 season. Can be viewed here.

There are a number of changes from previous rules, particularly regarding the change to the points system, re-arranging conceded games, updated T20 rules for shortened games.

Please ensure captains in particular are acquainted with the rules, prior to the first games. 

A brief reminder of the following rules ;

Umpire Assessment Forms - should be completed by all teams in Div 1, Div 2 and T20 where neutral umpires stand - points deductions can occur if not done in a timely manner.

Sightscreens - should be at all Div 1 and Div 2 grounds - dispensation is given for the first season for a side being promoted from Div 3.

Balls - a new ball will be provided by both teams in Div 1 for each innings. In Div 2 and Div 3, a new ball will be provided by the home team and will be used for the duration of the match.

Rule 29 and 29A - Submitting match results on the day of the game, and then completing Play-Cricket scorecard within 48 hours - and penalties that apply.

Rule 15B - Rule concerning concession and reporting in a timely manner to Results Secretary - can result in points deduction and fine if not adhered to.

Knowle Village looking for September touring fixtures

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Last Updated: Wednesday, 04 April 2018 08:50

Published: Wednesday, 04 April 2018 08:50

Written by Kevin Hewes

Knowle Village a small cricket team from Hampshire, are planning a short tour in September and are looking for fixtures - the dates of the tour are either the weekend of 8th/9th or 15th/16th. 

If you can provide opposition on any of those dates, please contact their chairman Sam Rogan at

Player Behaviour

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Last Updated: Tuesday, 03 April 2018 15:13

Published: Tuesday, 03 April 2018 14:40

Written by Kevin Hewes

With the new season rapidly approaching it might be a good time to remind everyone of player expectations on the field. Especially with regard to Law 42 and possible sanctions that can be imposed.

Follow the link to the ECB presentation.

Touring side Harpenden Cavaliers looking for Fixtures

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Last Updated: Sunday, 01 April 2018 20:43

Published: Sunday, 01 April 2018 20:43

Written by Kevin Hewes

Harpenden Cavaliers, are basing their 2018 tour in Colchester, from 15-17 June 2018. They are looking for a T20 fixture on Friday 15, and 40ov/timed games on Saturday 16 and Sunday 17 June. This will be their 20th tour, having previously been all over the UK, and they invariably get invited back, which must be a good sign! They play competitive cricket but in a great spirit, and always put plenty of cash behind their hosts' bars. 

If you can accommodate during this weekend, please contact Fraser Tant, Harpenden Club Captain

April Umpire Appointments

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Last Updated: Monday, 26 March 2018 13:55

Published: Monday, 26 March 2018 13:54

Written by Kevin Hewes

The first umpire appointments of the season are now available under the Umpires tab.

With the poor weather, and likelihood of early season cancellations please be aware that it is the responsibility of the home team to notify the umpires of cancelled matches. Similarly, if a game is conceded it is still the home teams responsibility.

Umpires phone numbers are also available under the Umpires tab.

Failure to notify an umpire of a cancellation could result in the home side having to pay expenses for travelling.

Play-Cricket Update and Play-Cricket Scorer Pro

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Last Updated: Thursday, 22 March 2018 08:18

Published: Wednesday, 21 March 2018 11:30

Written by Kevin Hewes

With just over two weeks to the start of the season, the 2018 NECL fixtures for both the 40 over and T20 competitions have now been loaded onto Play-Cricket. Can Club Play-Cricket Administrators please look at getting your new players loaded onto the system ahead of the 2018 season. Remember a player can get a better experience of their own stats if they register personally with Play-Cricket.

Play-Cricket have also released this week a 'FREE' laptop scoring solution for the 2018 season called Play-Cricket Scorer Pro, which will be compatible with Play-Cricket, thereby saving data entry after the game. I have downloaded it this morning, and early impressions are that it ticks all the boxes.

To download Play-Cricket Scorer Pro follow the link http://play-cricket.com/updates3

Friendly T20 game req. Sun 22 April

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Last Updated: Sunday, 18 February 2018 11:03

Published: Sunday, 18 February 2018 11:03

Written by John Hepburn

Galleywood would like a warm up T20 friendly on Sunday 22 April (or around?) if any club can help. It would have to be an away game due to pitch availibility.

Contact Paul Marlow, Galleywood CC