Local Sport
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14th December 2023
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Award for junior cricket coach
In a momentous celebration, Stocksbridge Cricket gave a resounding congratulations to their esteemed coach, Andy Hibbert, for receiving the highly prestigious Ivan Priestley Memorial Trophy.
This distinguished trophy is granted by the league to individuals who have demonstrated exceptional dedication to junior cricket. Andy has been the embodiment of the junior section at Stocksbridge CC for several decades, playing a pivotal role in introducing numerous children to the captivating world of cricket. His tireless commitment to coaching youngsters of all ages is truly commendable, as he sacrifices nearly every night of the week to ensure that anyone with an interest can partake in the joy of the sport. Andy's influence has been transformative, with hundreds of kids benefiting from his guidance and passion for cricket. His selfless devotion to nurturing the next generation of cricketers has left an indelible mark on the community. Undoubtedly, many individuals, both past and present, wholeheartedly affirm that this prestigious award could not have found a more deserving recipient. Andy Hibbert's unwavering dedication and impact on junior cricket make him an exemplary choice for the Ivan Priestley Memorial Trophy.
Cross Country Late call off
frustrates Rugby Club A disappointing late call off, due to a waterlogged pitch at Hessle RUFC, in the shadows of the Humber Bridge, made it three postponed games for Globe Holidays sponsored Stocksbridge Rugby & more congestion for their fixture pile up.
The meeting time had just passed and Stocksbridge were just about to set off for Humberside when news of the failed pitch inspection came through. There were a couple of games played in the Yorkshire 4 Counties competition, with next week’s visitors to the Coal Pit Lane stadium, 2nd placed Thornensians suffering a 13-12 reverse to Leeds Modernians. Stocksbridge remain in 12th position in the league ladder, but with games in hand, they will be looking to climb towards mid-table. The Round 12 clash against Thornensians is a 2.15pm kick-off, and is the Club’s Christmas Jumper fixture, the final game of 2023. Stocksbridge Rugby will begin 2024 with a tough Round 13 assignment away at Leeds Modernians on Saturday 20th January.
Valley hill runners had a team at the cross country in Graves park, on Saturday. Sadly due to illness, the team only had 3 men but the lads ploughed on in the horrendous conditions. After a weekend of rain the park was wet and very muddy but the ‘three musketeers’ carried on to complete the crosscountry series. Michael Savage, Jonny Briggs, Steve Sansom pictured.
Given the time of Year, Club Chairman Phil Watts, on behalf of the Club would like to thanks the many sponsors who support the Team: Globe Holidays, Fox Catering, Goodlad Contracting, Bradfield Brewery, John Heath & Sons, Asphalt Grid Systems, Uni Block, Funding Solutions, John Crawshaw Butchers, JP Cooling Services & Premier Stone Worktops Ltd, ‘we are thankful & proud to partner with our loyal sponsors’ said Watts, before adding, ‘we wish them all & all of Stocksbridge a very Merry Christmas, & hope to see you in the Clubhouse during the holiday period’.
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