Cricket

determination, and the School were unlucky to concede a late goal from a deflected short corner.

York H.C. (away) 0-4

In terms of chances St. Peter's were at least equal to this strong York XI, as only weak finishing prevented St. Peter's from taking the lead early on and the final score of 4—o hardly reflects the hard work and skills of all departments, with centre back Precious and winter Miller outstanding.

Styx (home) 1-4 (Miller)

After taking the lead just before half-time through a Miller set-piece, St. Peter's failed to dominate and defensive slackness allowed Styx a 2-I lead at the interval. Two more spectacular second-half goals allowed Styx to cruise to a comfortable victory. Nunthorpe (home) 2-I (Chapman, Miller)

After a brilliant goal by Chapman and another from winger Miller, St. Peter's relaxed and failed to take complete control of this scrappy game, allowing Nunthorpe to reply early in the second-half. Only good defensive skills from full-backs McGrath and Rymer and fine saves from goal-keeper Quirke denied Nunthorpe an equaliser.

Headmaster's XL (home) 3-4 (Chapman, Ellison, Miller)

An exciting and eventful match with both sides holding the lead at some stage. St. Peter's started badly but pulled back to take 2-1 lead and were slightly unfortunate to lose 4-3 in the end with Johnston and Precious excelling in midfield.

Team from: M. F. Quirke, C. G. Rymer, J. P. Wilson, A. M. Precious, C. W. Burdass, A. P. Burdass, K. Miller, J. F. Ellison (Capt.), N. J. Chapman, M. W. Johnston, M. P. Weir, J. A. McGrath.

RESULTS

Second Eleven

Worksop College (Home) Lost 5-2. York University (Away) Lost 3-0. York H.C. (Home) Lost 2-1. Junior Leaders Strensall (Home) Won 9w1. Nunthorpe School (Away) Won 11-0.

Team from: M. A. Lodge, B. S. Yeo, H. T. D. Bilton, J. M. Shirtcliffe, D. J. Johnson, R. N. Bowles, A. H. Kershaw, S. W. Prest, I. J. Reeve, J. D. Gair (Capt.), A. R. Taylor, J. M. Boyd, A. C. W. Campbell, J. Guy.

R.D.G.

Colts Eleven

Pocklington School, Won 3-1.

Team from: J. C. Winchurch, A. J. Peel, M. G. Jesper, J. P. M. Taylor, J. D. F. Watson, M. G. S. Bunney, M. C. S. Gee, D. M. Noyes (Capt.), L. R. P. McDonald, A. D. Hitchenor, R. P. A. Chapman, T. S. Kettlewell.

D.M.N.

RETROSPECT

It is not easy to report on the 1979 season. On the whole it was enjoyed by both the players and the spectators, but in some ways it was frustrating. The basic results tell their own story. Six matches were won, two lost and eleven drawn, of these all the four matches in Kent produced positive results, three wins and one loss. Too many of the drawn matches, particularly most 96

of the School matches, were unnecessarily defensive and tedious, so much so that I personally am convinced that unless there is a substantial change in attitude in the Schools towards positive cricket and less preoccupation with avoiding defeat, there will have to be a change of system, which will inevitably mean some form of overs cricket. I have never liked the idea of this type of cricket, but our experience of it at Sutton Valence in the last two years has to a great extent converted me. These matches have ensured that the team batting first cannot occupy the crease for an excessively long time (6o overs at the most), whilst the team batting second has a realistic length of time to try to win the match (at least 5o overs); at the same time the result can be a draw. Certainly the possibility of such a change deserves serious consideration.

The 1st XI was one of the youngest to represent the School. The success of the team speaks highly for the fine leadership of Charles Burdass and the spirit of the other old colours. Unusually only one member of the Middle Sixth was in the 1st XI and only two regularly in the 2nd XI. This was not a strong cricketing year, but the absence of Middle Sixth players was not entirely due to lack of ability, two spring immediately to mind who could have strengthened the 1st XI. However, what the team lacked in age and experience, it made up for by its enthusiastic and cheerful attitude to the game. If there was no outstanding player, there was batting in depth. Top of the averages was David Noyes, who had an indifferent start to the season and did not get in to the teem until mid-term. When he got his chance, he took it very well, scoring over 30o runs in the season. He showed a good defensive technique and plenty of concentration and courage. Charles Burdass played two superb innings, but never hit consistent form. John Ellison promised a lot, but his concentration span was very short and all too often he got out to rash shots. Ian Hindhaugh continued to improve and played some forceful innings. Nigel Chapman had a splendid first season in the XI. A fine striker of the ball, he worked hard at his game and was a great asset to the team. In a different way, so was Jonathan Wright, who played some crucial innings in a more defensive role. Andrew Precious and Chris Stubbs played some valuable innings, batting with good sense and application. There were also some promising performances from young players such as Patrick Burdass, Chris Hobson and Jonathan Simpson.

The bowling was steady, if rather short of penetration, particularly on the slow wickets in the north. All the bowlers were more formidable on the faster pitches in Kent. An unusual feature of the attack was that the four main bowlers were all left-arm. The quickest of them, Stubbs, promised a great deal, but did not get the wickets he often deserved. His new-ball partner, Precious, made good progress and on occasions bowled exceptionally well. He has now found a pace which suits him and he has the ability to move the ball considerably. Michael Johnston started the season in fine form. He flighted the ball well and spun it prodigiously. After half-term he lost form and then confidence, but happily he again bowled consistently well during the week in Kent. The other spin bowler was Richard Kirby, an Under 15 Colt, who had a very promising first season in the 1st XI. He showed a placid temperament, rarely allowing his length and line to waver and was a good support for Johnston. The only right-arm bowler to bowl regularly was Hindhaugh. Late in the season he showed that he could become a useful swing bowler.

The fielding, if not as outstanding as in 1978, was of a high standard, Hindhaugh again set a superb example and Ellison caught some brilliant catches in the gully. The Fielding Cup was awarded jointly to these two. It would have been invidious for either not to be recognised. One other individual who deserves a mention is John Dodman, who took some fine catches close to the wicket.

Regretfully it was not possible to hold the Single Wicket Competition for the Yeoman's Cup. So many days were missed early in the term because of bad weather that the competition was not under way when G.C.E. exams started. Both House cups were won by the Rise. In the Senior Competition, the Rise did well to hold off a formidable challenge from Dronfield. In the Junior Competition the Rise won the Cup very easily, but one must add a word of sympathy for the Grove, who lost two of their potentially strong team to the 1st XI.

Thanks are due to so many for making this such a happy season. To Keith Mohan, our dapper and ever confident coach, to John Hall, the grounds. man, and his staff, to the kitchen staff, who provide such excellent teas, to I Paul Moayyedi, our excellent scorer, to Alan Thompson, who kept the pavilion and the kit in good order, to Messrs. Grieve, Mott and Room, who have umpired for us—how much we appreciate their work—to the Social Committee for their continuing help and, of course, to our supporters. It is a particular pleasure to me personally and also to the School and the players that so many parents and friends come to watch our matches. Our thanks to the organisers of the Sutton Valence Festival, which again provided a most enjoyable climax to the season.

Finally, the best wishes of the Cricket Club go to Mr. Gardiner as he leaves St. Peter's. He came on our first two trips to Kent and has always been a keen spectator at matches at all levels. We are very grateful for his help and support.

D.K.

IstXI

2nd XI Selected from:— Selected from:— t t t *C. W. Burdass (Capt.) 1977-78-79 *M. W. Johnston 1978-79 *A. M. Precious 1978-79 *J. F. Fllison 1978-79 *J. Guy (Capt.) *J. N. D. Brierley *R. J. Brown *J. R. Dodman *I. D. Hindhaugh 1978-79 *C. T. Hobson *C. J. Stubbs 1978-79 *S. W. Prest *N. J. Chapman 1979 *A. R. Taylor *R. J. Kirby 1979 *J. P. Wilson *D. M. Noyes 1979 P. M. Johnson *E. F. J. Wright 1979 R. W. Lister S. P. Burdass K. Miller J. R. Dodman J. P. M. Taylor C. T. Hobson S. W. C. Webb S. W. Prest S. J. Woollons A. J. N. Simpson f—Cap *—Colours SUMMARY OF RESULTS

Date Opponents Ground Result School Opponents 23rd April Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. Home Drawn 135 for 8 dec. 129 for 8 5th May Bradford G.S. .. .. Away Drawn 45 for 0 135 for 9 deli 9th May Home Drawn 107 for 7 172 for 4 dec 16th May Durham School .. .. Away Drawn 115 for 7 117 19th May Worksop College .. .. Home Drawn 204 for 3 dec. 117 for 4 98

23rd May York C.C. .. Home Drawn 92 for 9 116 30th May The Forty Club .. Home Drawn 101 for 5 2nd June Sedbergh School .. Home Drawn 162 for 4 184 for 7 dec. 9th June Giggleswick School Away Won 32 for 2 30 13th June Craven Gentlemen C.C. .. Home Won 186 for 8 182 for 5 dec. 16th June Ampleforth College Home Drawn 108 for 6 220 for 9 dec. 30th June Pocklington School Away Drawn 158 for 7 dec. 89 for 8 7th July Bootham School Home Won 204 for 8 dec. 58 11th July The Saints C.C. .. Home Drawn 114 for 8 194 for 7 dec. 13th July \ Old Peterites Home Lost 172 for 9 dec. 150 for 6 dec. 14th July) 144 167 for 4 16th July Trinity School, Croydon .. Sutton Valence Lost 207 210 for 2 17th July King's School, Rochester Away Won 114 for 7 113 18th July William Hulme's G.S. King's, Rochester Won 121 for 7 120 19th July Sutton Valence School .. Away Won 196 64

xst XI AVERAGES Batting

D. M. Noyes .. C. J. Stubbs .. A. J. N. Simpson N. J. Chapman .. I. D. Hindhaugh C. W. Burdass

No. of

Innings .. 11

Highest Not out Runs Innings Average 344 72 31.27 .. 14 7 161 39* 23.00 7 1 133 43 22.17 .. 15 1 308 46 22.00 .. 15 1 296 55 21.14 18 362 96 20.11

A. M. Precious .. 14 5 179 31 19.89

E. F. J. Wright .. J. F. Ellison .. J. R. Dodman M. W. Johnston ..

15 9 118 61* 19.67 14 257 47 18.36 11 1 88 23 8.80 11 4 61 13* 8.71 S. W. Prest 6 1 33 22* 6.60 Also batted:—S. P. Burdass 29, 1, 15, 1; C. T. Hobson 2, 5, 11*; R. J. Kirby 0*, 0, 3, 0. *—Denotes 'not out'.

Bowling

A. M. Precious ..

Overs Maidens Runs Wickets Average .. 222 68 563 36 15.64 M. W. Johnston .. .. 210.1 55 636 38 16.74 R. J. Kirby C. J. Stubbs .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. 172.2 52 213.1 69 437 24 488 25 18.21 19.52 I. D. Hindhaugh .. .. .. .. .. 70 12 259 11 23.55 Also bowled:—J. P. Ellison 13-5-42-1; A. J. N. Simpson 15-1-72-1.

ST. PETER'S v. YORKSHIRE GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Saturday, 28th April Result: Drawn

St. Peter's 135 for 8 dec. (J. F. Ellison 27, J. R. Dodman 23).

Yorkshire Gentlemen C.C. 129 for 8 (M. R. Whitehead 43, M. W. Johnston 4 for 21). ST. PETER'S v. BRADFORD G.S. Played away on Saturday, 5th May Result: Drawn Bradford G.S. 135 for 9 dec. St. Peter's 45 for o

Despite dreadful weather conditions, both teams played positive cricket and it was a pity that in the end the weather was the victor.

Batting first, Bradford G.S. made a good start, with D. Walker scoring 31. After the introduction of the slow bowlers, both opening batsmen were dismissed. After this S. M. Hewitt (3o) and P. Kellett (17) played soundly, but wickets then fell quickly. The innings was held together by S. G. P. Hewitt (24) and eventually Bradford G.S. declared at 139 for 9 after 72 overs. For the School the left-arm spinners bowled almost 5o overs, M. W. Johnston taking 5o for 48 and R. J. Kirby 3 for 4o.

In reply the School made 45 without loss, when hail and later rain ruined the game. S. W. Prest (22 not out) and A. J. N. Simpson (18 not out) had put the School in an excellent position.

ST. PETER'S v. M.C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 9th May Result: Drawn

M.C.C. 172 for 4 dec. (J. A. F. Valiance 47 not out).

St. Peter's io8 for 7 (A. J. N. Simpson 43, J. C. Wardle 5 for 5o). ST. PETER'S v. DURHAM SCHOOL Played away on Wednesday, 16th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 115 for 7. Durham 117.

On a very slow, soft wicket, Durham School made a sound start with P. C. Shaw scoring 22. The School's spinners then broke through and Durham slipped to 59 for 5. A useful stand between C. H. A. MacDonald (25) and J. M. Thompson (17) was broken by C. J. Stubbs (2 for 16) and eventually Durham were all out for 117. M. W. Johnston took 5 for 41 and R. J. Kirby 2 for 28.

The School's innings was delayed by rain and only 75 minutes remained when play re-started. All the batsmen made a brave effort to score quick rt ns, but in the end the School were two runs short of the Durham score, seven wickets having fallen as the batsmen hit out. C. W. Burdass (35) was the top scorer, and for Durham W. S. Thompson took 4 for 41. ST. PETER'S v. WORKSOP COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 19th May Result: Drawn St. Peter's 204 for 3 dec. Worksop College 117 for 4.

For the third year in succession Worksop put the School in to bat. On a plumb wicket, the School lost an early wicket but then J. F. Ellison (32) played well. E. F. J. Wright (61 not out) did a good job as anchor man, but was unable to accelerate later in the innings. Fortunately, C. Burdass hit a splendid 96 to be able to declare at 204 for 3. R. D. Wall took the three wickets to fall for 48.

Worksop made no serious effort to score at a reasonable rate, though A. Brookes played some good shots in his 56 not out. For the School A. M. Precious took 3 for 44. ST. PETER'S v. YORK C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 23rd May Result: Drawn

York C.C. 116 (D. Batty 33, R. J. Kirby 3 for 19, C. J. Stubbs 3 for 22 )

St. Peter's 92 for 9 (N. J. Chapman 39, R. Marchant 4 for 26). ST. PETER'S v. THE FORTY CLUB Played at home on Wednesday, 3oth May Result: Drawn Forty Club roi for 5 (E. Martin 37). ST. PETER'S v. SEDBERGH SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 2nd June Result: Drawn Sedbergh 184 for 7 dec. St. Peter's 162 for 4.

Scdbergh lost early wickets to A. M. Precious (5 for 61), but recovered well through C. Robinson (78 not out), C. Oliver (3i) and D. Umbers (25) and eventually declared at 184 for 7 dec. 100

The School made a fine effort to score the necessary runs, but despite this were never really in a threatening position. N. J. Chapman (46), I. D. Hindhaugh (38 not out), J. F. Ellison (32) and J. Simpson (25) all attacked well.

ST. PETER'S v. GIGGLESWICK SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 9th June Result: Won by 8 wickets Giggleswick 3o St. Peter's 32 for 2.

The School crushed Giggleswick by 8 wickets and thus ended a sequence of drawn matches.

Having been put in to bat, Giggleswick never recovered from losing their first three wickets before a run was scored. A stand of 25 for the fourth wicket was followed by a great collapse and the whole team was dismissed for only 30. Remarkably only three batsmen scored any runs at all. For the School, A. M. Precious took 6 for 22 and M. W. Johnston 3 for 5.

The School lost two wickets in scoring the required runs with E. F. J. Wright (13 not out) batting very solidly. ST. PETER'S v. CRAVEN GENTLEMEN C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 13th June Result: Won by 2 wickets

Craven Gentlemen C.C. 182 for 5 dec. (T. M. Wright 6o, J. J. Shires 59 not out, M. W. Johnston 3 for 75).

St. Peter's 186 for 8 (A. J. N. Simpson 39, C. W. Burdass 24, I. D. Hindhaugh 24, A. T. Winder 5 for 56). ST. PETER'S v. AMPLEFORTH COLLEGE Played at home on Saturday, 16th June Result: Drawn St. Peter's to8 for 6. Ampleforth College zzo for 9 dec.

Despite losing three early wickets to C. J. Stubbs (4 for 43), Ampleforth built a large total of 220 for 9 declared. The Ampleforth captain, T. Beardmore-Gray scored an aggressive 97, having his share of good fortune but playing some superb shots on the off-side. He was well supported by A. Calder-Smith (42). A. M. Precious (3 for 57) took three late wickets for the School.

The very late declaration left the School little chance of victory and at 32 for 3 they had no chance at all. J. Ellison (35) and N. Chapman (29) put on 55 in quick time, but the game faded into a feeble draw with the School 108 for 6. One of the few highlights of the match was a fine performance by D. Harrison, the young Ampleforth wicket-keeper. ST. PETER'S v. POCKLINGTON SCHOOL Played away on Saturday, 3oth June Result: Drawn St. Peter's 158 for 7 dec. Pocklington 89 for 8.

Batting first, the School lost two early wickets but recovered quite well. All the middle order batsmen made runs, particularly I. Hindhaugh (33), N. Chapman (25) and J. Ellison (23) but no one built a big innings.At119 for 7, the School was in trouble again, but a determined stand between C. Stubbs (23 not out) and J. Wright (14 not out) took the score to 158 for 7 101

dec. For Pocklington, A. Shanks took 3 for 27, making the early breakthrough and D. Wood 4 for 73 in a long spell of leg-spinners.

In reply, Pocklington made a sound start and at 72 for 2 were in control. At this point a superb catch by D. Noyes broke a promising stand and then J. Guillen was dismissed for an aggressive 45. In the chase for runs, more wickets fell quickly to M. Johnston (4 for 26) and A. Precious (3 for 24) and Pocklington's later batsmen held out for a draw at 89 for 8.

ST. PETER'S v. BOOTHAM SCHOOL Played at home on Saturday, 7th July Result: Won by 146 runs St. Peter's 204 for 8 dec. Bootham 58.

Put in to bat, the School had a good start through D. Noyes (39) and S. P. Burdass (29), the latter showing great promise in his first match. A number of wickets were lost unnecessarily and at 91 for 5 the School was struggling. However, N. J. Chapman (38), A. M. Precious (27) and C. J. Stubbs (39 not out) took the score to a formidable 204 for 8 dec. For Bootham J. Heywood (5 for 66) bowled his googlies successfully and the catching was of a high standard.

The Bootham innings never really got off the ground. A. M. Precious (3 for 28) and C. J. Stubbs (2 for 18) took early wickets and the later batsmen fell to the spinners or to foolish run-outs.

ST. PETER'S v. SAINTS C.C. Played at home on Wednesday, 11th July Result: Drawn

Saints C.C. 194 for 7 dec. (C. Kuggeleign 6o, W. Andrews 40, R. J. Kirby 4 for 47).

St. Peter's 114 for 8 (D. M. Noyes 30, J. Anderson 5 for 25).

ST. PETER'S v. OLD PETERITES Played at home on Friday and Saturday, 13th and 14th July Result: Lost by 6 wickets

St. Peter's 172 for 9 dec. and 144.

Old Peterites 15o for 6 dec. and 167 for 4.

Put in to bat the School lost three early wickets, but a fine stand between D. M. Noyes (6r) and I. D. Hindhaugh (55) provided the bulk of the runs in an innings of 172 for 9 dec. For the Old Peterites, E. M. H. Ranson (3 for 36) and J. C. Rounthwaite (3 for 38) were the main wicket takers.

In reply, the Old Peterites declared at 15o for 6 after good innings by D. L. W. Sim (56) and J. A. Eatough (42 not out) and some attacking bowling from C. J. Stubbs (5 for 30).

In their second innings, the School's batsmen were unable to cope with the aggressive bowling of J. H. Baggs (5 for 36). J. F. Ellison made a pleasing 47 in his last innings for the School. The Old Peterites had to score quickly to reach their target, but a victory was always possible on a good wicket and fast outfield. R. Collingwood-Gittins (54) gave the innings a positive start and some big hitting from M. Hepworth (43 not out) took the Old Peterites to a long-awaited victory off the fourth ball of the last over. 102

ST. PETER'S v. TRINITY SCHOOL, CROYDON Played at Sutton Valence on Monday, 16th July Result: Lost by 8 wickets St. Peter's 207. Trinity School, Croydon 210 for 2.

Put in to bat, the School made a slow, but solid start. D. Noyes (47) played well, but was unable to increase the tempo, as the overs were running

out. C. W. Burdass (52) got the innings moving and the momentum was

continued by N. Chapman (35) and C. J. Stubbs (20). All the other batsmen

lost their wickets in the slog at the end, four being run out and the final

wicket fell off the last ball of the 6oth over. For Trinity J. Vigar (4 for 46) bowled very steadily.

The Trinity innings got off to a quick start and the School bowlers were unable to contain R. Steadman, who hit 3 sixes and 18 fours in a magnificent

130 not out. He was given excellent support by J. Woodman (52).

ST. PETER'S b. KING'S SCHOOL, ROCHESTER Played away on Tuesday, 17th July Result: Won by 3 wickets St. Peter's 114 for 7. King's, Rochester 113.

The King's innings collapsed to the weing bowling of A. Precious (4 for 24) and I. Hindhaugh (2 for 21). After being 29 for t, the middle order batted aggressively, N. J. Hill (25) and I. D. Burns (21) making useful scores. The School's spinners, R. Kirby (3 for 39) and M. Johnston (I for 5) took

the later wickets.

In reply, the School also struggled, particularly against J. A. Cornet

(3 for 25). At 3o for 4, the game was wide open, but a fine stand between C. Burdass (37) and A. Precious (31) took the School to the brink of victory. Both were out before the end, but the School eventually won by 3 wickets.

ST. PETER'S v. WILLIAM HULME'S G.D. Played at Rochester on Wednesday, 18th July Result: Won by 3 wickets

St. Peter's 121 for 7. William Hulme's G.S. 120.

William Hulme's G.S. made a slow but steady start, with S. P. Dickinson (37) and A. P. Laker (17) putting on 53 for the first wicket. C. J. Stubbs and

A. M. Precious bowled 18 overs for 28 runs in a good economical spell.

Thereafter the two spinners worked their way through the William Hulme's

batting, M. W. Johnston taking 5 for 48 and R. J. Kirby 4 for 32. They were supported by excellent fielding.

The School had a very good start from D. M. Noyes (32) and J. R.

Dodman (22), but three wickets then fell for 7 runs. A quick flurry from

I. D. Hindhaugh (i6) was followed by two more wickets and an hour and a half's rain. When the innings was restarted, A. M. Precious (21 not out) played maturely and with good support from the later batsmen to guide the School to a narrow, but well-earned victory. For William Hulme's, P. A. Rainford (2 for 46) and N. W. Hewitt (z for 23) bowled well in long spells.

ST. PETER'S v. SUTTON VALENCE SCHOOL Played away on Thursday, 19th July Result: Won by 132 runs St. Peter's 196. Sutton Valance 64.

The School finished the season with a resounding win against the host

Put in to bat, the School made 196. D. Noyes (72) batted splendidly for almost the whole innings in far from easy conditions and received good support from N. Chapman (41) and I. Hindhaugh (28). For Sutton Valence, A. Foster took 4 for 54 and R. Prophet 3 for 37, the latter bowling a long steady spell.

The Sutton Valence innings collapsed to the School's seamers. A. Precious (6 for 16) bowled superbly and had good support from C. Stubbs (2 for ti) and I. Hindhaugh (2 for 14).

SECOND XI

The season opened with the usual fixture against Bradford Grammar School on a cold, bleak day, when the School's umpire wore scarf, overcoat and gloves. We lost off the last ball. A dismal start set the pattern of the rest of the season, which, to say the least, was very disappointing. The bowling was often hostile, even tight, but too much depended on one or two players, and better fielding could on occasions have made all the difference to the results of their efforts. Many of the batsmen failed to live up to last season's attainments. There were highlights and some exciting—even entertaining— play was offered by the team. In the Durham match there was a shortage of time; but this did not deter Brown and Noyes from scoring tot for the first wicket. Against Worksop we made a slow start and so did not gave the visitors enough time, or ourselves, to bowl them out. The wins against Giggleswick and Bootham were impressive. In the second game against Pocklington, a sporting declaration gave the visitors a chance and they took it, winning with a couple of overs to spare, thanks largely to an intelligent second wicket stand of 93. At Ampleforth the game could have been saved if the captain's instructions had been heeded, and some free hitting at a vital point, when victory was impossible, had been curbed. But their bowling proved superior, and the three l.b.w. decisions against us were all given by our umpire.

Colours were awarded to: J. Guy (Captain), R. J. Brown, J. N. D. Brierley, C. T. Hobson, S. W. Prest, A. R. Taylor, J. P. Wilson.

SUMMARY OF RESULTS

Date Opponents Ground Result School Opponents 5th May Bradford G.S. .. Home Lost 114 115 for 7 16th May Durham School .. Home Drawn 120 for 6 154 for 9 dec' 19th May Worksop College Home Drawn 152 for 7 dec. 68 for 6 23rd May Selby G.S. 1st XI • . Away Drawn 76 for 8 140 2nd June Pocklington School .. Away Drawn 42 for 9 137 for 6 dec. 9th June Giggleswick School .. Home Won 184 for 5 dec. 91 16th June Ampleforth College • • Away Lost 114 156 for 4 dec. 30th June Pocklington School • • Home Lost 161 for 4 dec. 162 for 5 7th July Bootham School Away Won 80 for 2 79

THIRD XI

The 3rd XI is, as always, a side determined to enjoy its cricket. Unfortunately, this led also to a side that at times does not take its cricket seriously enough. There is certainly more potential ability within the team i

this year, performed as well as could be expected, notable figures being Rymer 6 for 12 v. Worksop and Lee 5 for 29 v. Bishop Burton. At least the bowlers gave the batsmen some reasonable totals to chase. All too often, however, the batting looked fragile as there seemed to be a determination to hit at least every third ball for 4, an attitude that usually led to low totals. A 104

The exception was Mark Moodie's 56, which chased Worksop's 69 and gave us a win by io wickets. The only other win was against Bootham Park in an evening match on the 1st XI square, surely the most enjoyable fixture in the whole cricket fixture list. My thanks to Richard Venable for scoring and to Howard Pease and Robert Bowles for sharing the captaincy.

RESULTS

Nunthorpe 2nd XI (lost): Nunthorpe 153 for 5, St. Peter's 101. Worksop (won): Worksop 68, St. Peter's 70 for 0. Bishop Burton (lost): Bishop Burton 78, St. Peter's 75. Hymers (lost): St. Peter's 79, Hymers 82 for 3. Ampleforth (lost): Ampleforth 164 for 7, St. Peter's 47. Bootham Park (won): Bootham Park 86 for 8, St. Peter's 87 for 6.

D.J.R.

SENIOR COLTS CRICKET REVIEW

The Senior Colts, after an inauspicious start, have been moderately successful, winning three and losing three of their eleven matches.

The early season matches suffered because of the generally poor weather and soft pitches. Against Bradford G.S., the School bowled 64 overs as the opposition struggled to accumulate 89 runs. A late declaration should have ensured at least a draw but reckless batting against very accurate slow bowling brought about a complete collapse.

The match against Durham was noted more for the opposition's negative approach and the persistent rain than for the quality of the cricket, whilst against Worksop it was only the aggressive batting of Andrew Gibson which allowed the School to declare after tea. Good bowling by Jonathan Atkinson and Marcus Pearson gave the School an outside chance of victory but after a late declaration there was insufficient time to bowl out the opposition.

Rain affected wickets were still a prominent feature immediately after half-term. Against Manchester Schools, the game was abandoned with the School 90 for 4 after a very good batting performance by Patrick Burdass, a very promising junior colt.

The match against Sedbergh on a lively wicket was one of changing fortunes. The School, 21 for 6 at one point recovered to 78 all out largely due to a determined knock of 31 by Neil Harnby. Sedbergh at 35 for 6 appeared to be heading for defeat but a spirited stand eventually saw them home by two wickets.

By the time of the Giggleswick match, the wickets were becoming more suitable for batting and this was reflected in the scores. A fine first wicket stand of 88 by Angus Aagaard and Patrick Burdass allowed the School to declare at 151 for 5 and a comfortable victory ensued when Giggleswick were dismissed for 67 with Michael Willink taking 5 for 26.

Lack of penetration by the bowlers of both sides coupled with insufficient time produced two drawn games against Hymers and Ampleforth, whilst against Bootham an inept batting display by the visitors against some very good seam bowling by Richard Dibb and Jonathan Atkinson saw the School cruise to an easy nine wicket victory.

The game against Pocklington was played on a superb batting track. The School scored 165 with Patrick Burdass contributing 73 runs, but apart from him and Jonathan Jones, the other batsmen threw their wickets away to give Pocklington plenty of time to knock off the runs. 105

The final match of the season against Oakwood produced a good win for the School. After a delayed start, Oakwood recovered from 15 for 5 to declare at 6 for 9. In reply, the School attacked the bowling to win in fine style with Richard Liddle riding his luck to score an unbeaten 76.

This year, more boys played for the 'A' XI than usual due to the homogeneous ability of the squad. Very few players were consistently outstanding, but several occasionally turned in good performances. Amongst the bowlers, Richard Dibb was one of the most consistent and was unlucky not to obtain more wickets, whilst Jonathan Atkinson with his ability to swing the ball was often the most effective. The fielding was patchy but Jonathan Jones and Jonathan Atkinson always maintained a high standard.

The batting early in the season lacked solidity. Too often batsmen were out playing at balls which should have been left or defended. Few players had the concentration and temperament required to build an innings although this is not always feasible when matches do not start promptly or are reduced by prolonged tea intervals. If senior colts matches had a minimum of four and a half hours of playing time then the surfeit of drawn matches which prevail at present may be reduced substantially.

The team was selected from: M. Willink (Capt.),* J. Atkinson,* P. Burdass,g A. Gibson, J. Jones, R. Gair, R. Dibb, R. Liddle, M. Sweetman, M. Pearson, N. Harnby, J. Hall, A. Aagaard, J. O'Farrell, R. Bramley. (* Awarded colours.)

SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1979

Saturday, 5th May

Bradford G.S. 89 for 8 dec. (M. Pearson 4-23; J. Atkinson 4-10).

St. Peter's 26. Wednesday, 16th May

St. Peter's 136 for 8 dec. (A. Gibson 37; J. Hall 26 not out).

Durham 73 for 1. Saturday, 19th May

St. Peter's 127 for 9 dec. (A. Gibson 53; J. O'Farrell 22).

Worksop 72 for 7 (M. Pearson 4-23; J. Atkinson 3-23). Wednesday, 30th May

St. Peter's 90 for 4 (P. Burdass 47 not out).

Manchester Schools' C.A.

Match abandoned. Saturday, 2nd June

St. Peter's 78 (N. Harnby 31).

Sedbergh 81 for 8 (M. Willink 3-22). Saturday, 9th June

St. Peter's 151 for 5 dec. (A. Aagaard 48; P. Burdass 42).

Giggleswick 67 (M. Willink 5-26). Wednesday, 13th June

Hymers 144 for 9 dec.

St. Peter's 77 for 3 (P. Burdass 35 not out; M. Willink 27). Saturday, 16th June

Ampleforth 131 (M. Sweetman 4-32; M. Willink 3-31).

St. Peter's 93 for 7. Wednesday, 20th June

Bootham 49 (J. Atkinson 6-13; R. Dibb 3-22).

St. Peter's 50 for 1 (R. Gair 25 not out). Saturday, 30th June

St. Peter's 165 (P. Burdass 73; J. Jones 25).

Pocklington 168 for 3. Wednesday, 11th June

Oakwood 116 for 9 dec. (R. Dibb 4-42).

St. Peter's 117 for 4 (R. Liddle 76 not out). J.W.R.H. 106

SENIOR COLTS RESULTS, SEASON 1979 SENIOR COLTS 'B' TEAM REVIEW

The Colts 'B' team enabled several players who were not quite able to play for the Senior Colts to take part in some very competitive inter-school cricket. Some talent was discovered, and some 'A' team players allowed to gain the confidence they needed playing for the 93' XI. Despite the mammoth score against Hymers, the team's strength lay in the bowling and all-round fielding strength. This allowed no team any latitude, until the last match against Nunthorpe, where we out-batted and out-bowled the opposition, but were beaten by good fielding against our poorer showing. Philip Dodman developed a feel for the right moment to make changes as the season developed, and in his quet way handled the bowlers well. Many of the players have the ability and enthusiasm to develop well if they keep up their interest next year. J.R.L.

Team from: P. A. Dodman (Capt.), T. Kant, R. Knocker, G. James, M. Chippendale, R. Broadbent, J. O'Farrell, M. Sweetman, A. Aagaard, G. Bilton, J. Jones, R. Bramley, R. Liddle, J. M. Hall, M. Pearson, N. Clayton, N. Beaumont, A. Copley, S. Hall, A. Nichols.

RESULTS

St. Peter's 101 (James 38 not out).

Worksop 59 (Dodman 3 for 1).

St. Peter's 250 for 2 dec. (Kant 139, Dodman 51, Liddle 40 not out).

Hymers 58 (Sweetman 4 for 11, Pearson 3 for 19, Beaumont 3 for 12).

Nunthorpe 'A' 39 (Sweetman 7 for 11).

St. Peter's 42 for 4 (Liddle 32 not out).

Pocklington 117.

St. Peter's 120 for 6 (O'Farrell 51).

St. Peter's 87.

Nunthorpe 'A' 88 for 3.

JUNIOR COLTS CRICKET XI

In many ways the record of played 9, won 6, drawn 2, with one abandoned speaks for itself and reflects one of the most successful seasons for many years. A glance at the statistics will show that Shaun Gorman was the chief run scorer, amassing 316 runs in 9 innings—he also proved to be a very useful off-spin bowler. This is not to say the batting rested on him—no side succeeded in bowling us out—indeed any side that can afford to have Peter Atkinson, Nick Linton, Andrew Forman and Tony Smith batting at 6, 7, 8 and 9 must be well equipped. It is interesting to note that Andrew Forman, without exactly reproducing the shots in the style of the M.C.C. coaching manual, was never out all season! The loss of wicket-keeper/batsman Patrick Burdass to the senior colts (and later the 1st XI) was initially a blow, but Chris James proved to be an admirable replacement, both as a wicket-keeper and an opening batsman. David Thomas bowled consistently well, but his batting was disappointing with the notable exception of his superb knock against Pocklington. Jeremy Barrett grafted his runs at number four and twice dug in when we were in danger of a collapse. Following him in was Mark Adeney, who gained much needed confidence as the season progressed. It would be unfair to write more without mentioning the skipper, Andrew 107

Stubbs. Not only was he a difficult man to remove when at the wicket, but his off-spin bowling was rarely off target and his captaincy at times quite excellent. His frequent shrewd tactical change of bowling and his willingness to learn from mistakes revealed a remarkable maturity. The example he set in the field was copied to good effect—with Pocklington and Hymers (five dropped catches) being the exceptions.

The bowling attack was varied—the new ball was taken by David Thomas and any one of Peter Atkinson, Andrew Forman, James Muirhead (who frequently found the edge with his prodigious away swings) and Fraser Topham (who beat the bat with off cutters and away swing). Add to this the off-spin of Andrew Stubbs, Shaun Gorman and Mark Adeney and you have a very balanced attack, almost certain to be joined in years to come by the left arm leg spin of Timothy Hyde.

In conclusion may I thank our two scorers, David Clark and Andrew Paterson—their outstanding neatness has been much appreciated.

I.J.A.

RESULTS Bradford G.S. (Away). Match abandoned.

St. Peter's 167 for 5 dec. (Burdass 69, Adeney 24, Gorman 23).

Bradford 35 for 1—Rain and hail! Durham School (Home). Won 10 wickets.

Durham 68 (Thomas 4 for 10, Forman 4 for 15).

St. Peter's 72 for 0 (Gorman 40, Burdass 27). Worksop (Away). Match drawn.

Worksop 123 (Thomas 5 for 19, Stubbs 4 for 22).

St. Peter's 63 for 6 (Gorman 22). Giggleswick (Away). Won by 8 wickets.

Giggleswick 74 (Stubbs 6 for 24, Gorman 4 for 19).

St. Peter's 75 for 2 (Gorman 32, Thomas 31). Ampleforth (Home). Won by 100 runs.

St. Peter's 172 for 7 (Gorman 97, Adeney 40).

Ampleforth 72 (Stubbs 4 for 21, including a hat-trick, Forman 3 for 10). Bootham (Home). Won by 10 wickets.

Bootham 84 (Gorman 4 for 7, Stubbs 3 for 10).

St. Peter's 85 for 0 (Gorman 47 not out, James 26 not out). Pocklington (Home). Won by 6 wickets.

Pocklington 149 for 6 (Thomas 4 for 40).

St. Peter's 150 for 4 (Thomas 95 not out). Bootham (Away). Won by 69 runs.

St. Peter's 136 for 7 declared (Gorman 38, Forman 31, Barrett 26).

Bootham 67 (Topham 3 for 13, Stubbs 3 for 19). Hymers College (Home). Draw.

Hymers 139 for 8 declared.

St. Peter's 64 for 7.

JUNIOR COLTS `13' XI

For one reason or another the 'IV team only played two of their scheduled matches. Both of these resulted in convincing wins. Like the 'A' team, they , were well equipped with a variety of accurate bowling and good fielding, many of the bowlers getting their opportunity to prove themselves in the 'A' team.

The team was selected from: Clive Bradley (Capt.), Gary Wright, Timothy Hyde, Barny Skrentny, Chris Powell, Chris Shaw, Taylor, Nigel Ramsden, Ian Gilliatt, Rupert Bond, Craig Gibson and Adam Chantry.

Worksop (Away). Won by 105 runs.

St. Peter's 162 for 5 dec. (James 54, Bond 32 not out, Taylor 21).

Worksop 57 (Muirhead 5 for 15). Pocklington (Away). Won by 5 wickets.

Pocklington 43 (Bradley 4 for 6).

St. Peter's 47 for 5.

INTER-HOUSE CRICKET SENIOR COMPETITION

1st Round

School House 120 (I. Hindhaugh 41, R. Kirby 6 for 40).

Grove 122 for 4 (J. Simpson 67, J. Wright 39).

Queen's 70 (M. Moodie 25, C. Rymer 6 for 28, J. Ellison 4 for 40).

Rise 72 for 0 (J. Ellison 36 not out, C. Burdass 34 not out).

Temple 269 for 3 (J. Dodman 160 not out, D. Noyes 66).

Manor 159 (A. Taylor 55, D. Noyes 4 for 24).

Semi-Finals

Grove 75 for 6 (C. Rymer 4 for 36).

Rise 78 for 1 (C. Burdass 54 not out).

Temple 87 for 7 (D. Noyes 46, A. Precious 5 for 30).

Dronfield 88 for 5 (C. Stubbs 34).

Final

Rise 173 for 8 (C. Burdass 67, R. Lister 41, J. Ellison 27, C. Stubbs 5 for 57). Dronfield 131 (J. Guy 62, C. Stubbs 31, J. Ellison 4 for 29, C. Rymer 4 for 97).

JUNIOR COMPETITION

1st Round

Temple 111 for 8 (P. Atkinson 32).

Grove 113 for 0.

Rise 116 for 4 (D. Thomas 70).

School House 93 (C. Bradley 41, D. Thomas 5 for 33).

Dronfield 49 (J. Atkinson 6 for 13, D. Copley 3 for 30).

Queen's 50 for 3 (R. Smith 30).

Semi-Finals

Rise 82 (D. Thomas 39, T. Hyde 6 for 20).

Grove 75 (D. Thomas 8 for 26).

Manor 137 for 3.

Queen's 74 (J. Atkinson 24).

Final

Rise 185 for 4 (P. Burdass 89, D. Thomas 30). Manor 48 (S. Gorman 6 for 21, D. Thomas 4 for 22).

OXFORD CUP

Senior Rugger Junior Rugger Senior Cricket Junior Cricket Senior Rowing Junior Rowing Athletics Sports Athletics Standards

Points Awarded Dronfield Grove 20 10 20 10 20 Manor 10 5 Queen's 20 Rise 10 5 20 10 10 15 15 Cross Country 10 Junior Long Run 10 Swimming Sports 15 Swimming Standards 10 Tennis 15 Shooting (Team) 15 Squash Fencing 15 15 15 15 15 15 10 10

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