Meigle Park update
Saturday proved a washout as both our 1sts and 2nds games were cancelled without a ball being bowled.
However, Gala did fit in a game on Friday evening as they defeated Kelso in their first t20 game of the season at Shedden Park.
The highlight of the match was Benji Potgieter scoring his first hundred for the club, as the 19-year-old’s unbeaten century guided Gala to 204 for 2 with Sean Taylor (32 not out) and Robbie Paterson (27) also contributing.
Kelso finished up 82 for 8 with wickets shared around the bowlers.
This Saturday sees Gala host Edinburgh Accies at Meigle Park, with a 12noon start. Colin Playfair is match ball sponsor. The 2nds will be at Leith FAB, with a 1pm start.
The club is still looking for any new players who may wish to join the club this season – please contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com if interested. Training takes place every Monday and Thursday from 6pm at Meigle Park.
Juniors
Our softball squad travelled to Selkirk last Friday to play in the first Borders festival of the season, winning two games and narrowing losing two. Thank you to Selkirk for hosting.
Our u15s play at Carlton on Monday 18 May followed by hosting Grange on Sunday 24 May. Our softball squad will travel to Manderston on Friday 22 May.
Thanks to Rowan Boland Memorial Trust for their continued support of the club. We host their annual Meigle Fun Run on Sunday 14 June and would encourage as many people as possible to come along and support the event.
We are hosting a Galashiels primary schools tournament next week, and will also be hosting Balmoral, Glendinning and Burgh primary schools’ sports day in coming weeks, and are pleased to support our local schools.
Junior training takes place every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 7.45pm with any new players even if haven’t played cricket before very welcome. Our membership form is available at http://www.galacricketclub.co.uk/membership-forms.
Our All Stars – which begins on 22 May – is now fully booked.
Congratulations to Maisie
Congratulations to Maisie Maceira who has again picked up a playing contract with CricketScotland.
Race night – 16 May
The club is hosting a race night on Saturday 16 May starting at 7.30pm, which is an important fundraiser for the club who would appreciate supporters coming along to. If you would like to buy a horse (or horse, jockey and two free bets for £10 deal) please contact George Liddle (Georgeliddle63@gmail.com or 07856 497144) by Tuesday 12 May. Thanks to Stuart Scott for helping with event.
Memberships now due
Membership form is now available to complete, either online or in person with forms available at the bar. Online form can be accessed via www.galacricketclub.co.uk/membership-forms
Sponsorship opportunities
Our sponsorship brochure is now available to view – galacricketclub.co.uk/club-sponsors-and-opportunities/– many thanks for all support from sponsors and supporters.