Gala suffered a six wicket defeat at league leaders Drummond Trinity on Saturday. Gala post 178 all out with Darius Maritz top scoring with 44 and Jamie Crooks hitting 38.

In reply, Gala had the Edinburgh team in some trouble at 56 for 3 but in the end Trinity ran out with a well deserved win. Iqbal Qasim took two wickets as did Robbie Paterson.

The 2nds game was called off due to wet weather.

This Saturday sees the 1sts host Heriots 2nds at 12noon, with The Trophy Guy the ball sponsor. The 2nds are due to play at St Boswells, with a 1pm start. Both teams are invited to a barbecue at the club after our games. We also have a t20 game at St Boswells on Friday evening, with a 6pm start.
Training continues on Mondays and Thursdays at 6pm – we are currently looking out for more players to help us put out two teams each week for the remainder of the season. Please contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com if interested or would like more information.

Juniors

We have a busy week for the juniors, with the hardball squad playing an under 16 game at Kelso on Wednesday at 6pm, and Friday sees the club host the Rowan Boland softball festival at 6pm.

We are also hosting two junior summer camps – the dates have slightly changed, with the first on for two days and to take place Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 July, and a second camp to take place Wednesday 29 to Friday 31 July. Both camps will run 10am to 2pm and are open to children aged 8 to 15 years of age. All members and non-members are welcome.

Contact galacricketclub@gmail.com to sign up.

Junior training takes place every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 7.45pm with any new players welcome.

Sponsors/supporters day

Sponsors/supporters day is due to take place on Saturday 11 July, with invites to be issued in coming weeks.

Our sponsorship brochure is now available to view – www.galacricketclub.co.uk/club-sponsors-and-opportunities/ – if wish to sponsor club please get in touch – galacricketclub@gmail.com.

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

Club available for hire

Looking for a venue to host an event? Our clubrooms are available, alongside our marquee. Please contact us via galacricketclub@gmail.com or DM on social media.

New signage

We have new signage at the club entrance – thanks to Ajith Sujan for the design and Keith Irvine for putting up the sign.

Volunteers

The club is always on the look out for volunteers – if anyone thinks they can spare some time during the summer to help the club with any aspect – admin, grass cutting, minibus driving or playing – please get in touch.

Meigle Park update

Our 1sts secured a three wicket win over Morton in the Championship, with Robbie Paterson taking four wickets, Jamie Crooks notching a half century and Bailey Paterson scoring the winning runs.

The 2nds also won by three wickets, against Morton 3rds at Meigle Park, with Ben McColm and Scott Paterson taking three wickets each and Max Hastings scoring a half century. Ben and Max were named joint Starrett players of the match.  

This week sees Gala travel to Peebles for a Border T20 game at Whitestone Park at 6pm, before the 1sts host Carlton 2nds at Meigle Park on Saturday at 12noon. Match ball sponsor is Dave Robertson.

The 2nds are due to travel to Watsonians 3rds on Saturday, with a 1pm start.

The club is still looking for any new, returning or lapsed players who may wish to join the club this season as we try our best to field two teams every Saturday – please contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com if interested. Training takes place every Monday and Thursday from 6.15pm at Meigle Park.

Juniors

We had an extremely busy week with our junior section. We travelled to Carlton u14s last Monday and competed well against a well drilled team, with Thor Solheim and Leo Paterson top scorers and Cullen Halley and Herbie Simpson claiming a wicket each.

Last Wednesday saw the club host a primary five tournament – thanks to Reece McNay and Ewan Lindores for helping organiser alongside our volunteer umpires – and then Friday evening saw our kwik cricket squad head to Manderston to win both their games, as well as the start of the All Stars Cricket.  

Finally, we hosted Grange on Sunday at under 15 level, where we lost by 33 runs in an excellent day of cricket.

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 – we ask all parents to please complete by 31 May.

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. If any new sponsors are keen to support the club please get in touch – galacricketclub@gmail.com.

Volunteers

The club is always on the look out for volunteers – if anyone thinks they can spare some time during the summer to help the club with any aspect – admin, grass cutting, minibus driving or playing – please get in touch.

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.

Meigle Park update

Gala picked up their first win of the season, defeating Grange 2nds by 35 runs at Meigle Park. Gala scored 242 for 6 with Jamie Crooks (80) and Darius Maritz (72) top scoring, while Grange ended up 207 for 9.

The club’s 2^nd team had their match at Carlton 4ths cancelled due to the wet weather on Sunday.

We are due to travel to Kelso for a T20 game this Friday evening, before the 1sts travel to play Edinburgh CC at Campbell Park on Saturday at 12noon, while the 2nds are due to host Edinburgh South 3rds at Meigle Park 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.

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.

Race night – 16 May

The club is hosting a race night on Saturday 16 May – 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). Thanks to Stuart Scott for helping with event.

Juniors

Junior training takes place every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 7.45pm with any new players even if havent played cricket before very welcome. Our membership form is available at http://www.galacricketclub.co.uk/membership-forms.

We are also signed up for All Stars this season, starting Friday 22 May 5.15pm to 6pm, with only a couple of spaces still available – https://www.ecb.co.uk/play/all-stars

Our softball squad travel to Selkirk on Friday to play in the first Borders festival of the season, while our u15s play at Carlton on Monday 18 May followed by hosting Grange on Sunday 24 May.

Meigle Park round up

Gala had a difficult first weekend of the season, suffering defeats at Penicuik in the league and Edinburgh CC in the Scottish Cup.

This weekend we host Grange 2s at Meigle Park with a 12noon start, and the 2nds are due to play at Carlton 4s on Sunday 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.

Congratulations to Ruaridh

Gala CC player Ruaridh Anderson was named 2026 Braw Lad on Friday evening, following in a long line of Gala CC players and members to be named in the position including Jamie Bell, 2024 Braw Lad. Congratulations Ruaridh!

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 – Club Sponsors and sponsorship opportunities – Gala Cricket Club – many thanks for all support from sponsors and supporters.

Volunteering opportunities

We are looking for help across number of aspects of running the club – from helping with social media, to putting up our marquee, driving a minibus to one away game or assisting with teas – if you think you can help please contact galacricketclub@gmail.com.

Race night – 16 May

The club is hosting a race night on Saturday 16 May – 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). Thanks to Stuart Scott for helping with event.

Juniors

Junior training takes place every Tuesday from 6.30pm to 7.45pm with any new players even if havent played cricket before very welcome. Our membership form is available at http://www.galacricketclub.co.uk/membership-forms.

We are also signed up for All Stars this season, starting 22 May, sign up at https://www.ecb.co.uk/play/all-stars

Welcome Darius and Ben

We have welcomed overseas amateurs Darius Maritz and Ben Potgieter to the club, and hope they enjoy their summer in Galashiels and Scotland.

Our Christmas Raffle draw took place on Sunday 21 December, with one of our All Stars Gregor Paterson (5) picking out all the winners.

Congratulations to Dave Robertson who picked up the top prize of £100.

Thank you to everyone who sponsored the prizes – including The Caravan Fix and Keith Irvine Plastering – as well as all those who donated raffle prizes and bought tickets too.

All prizes will be distributed in the coming weeks.

Gala Cricket Club 2025 Xmas Draw Winners
1	£100 Sponsored by Caravan Fix	Dave Robertson
2	£50 Sponsored by Keith Irvine Plastering	George Liddle
3	£25 Donated by Anonymous	Ian Ormiston
4	Btl Gin	Alan Paterson
5	Btl Wine	Rob Duff
6	Btl Vodka	Cathie Ormiston
7	Btl Prosecco	Eck Boland
8	Box of Chocolates	Karice c/o Julie Niven
9	Btl Wine	Wee Jock
10	Btl Wine	Janette Hartley
11	Btl Wine	Logan Niven
12	Box of Chocolates	David Liddle
13	Btl Wine	Wendy Knoesen
14	Btl Prosecco	Lisa c/o Alan Niven
15	Btl Gin	Arthur Long
16	Btl Wine	Lucille Paterson
17	Box of Chocolates	Ellie c/o Ron Murray
18	Festive Mug	Rocky Paterson
19	Btl Wine	Eve Parkes
20	Btl Wine	Brian Hancock
21	Cans of Beer	John Purves
22	Btl Vodka	Keith Irvine
23	Btl Wine	Judy Scott
24	Btl Wine	Neil c/o Ron Murray
25	Tub of Sweets	Freya Paterson
26	Btl Gin Liqueur	John Marr
27	Btl Prosecco	Kathryn Ormiston
28	Btl Gin Liqueur	Brian Kimber

Gala Foxes Junior Section have thanked the Rowan Boland Memorial Trust for their continued support.

The Trust provided £1,500 to help provide all juniors with new playing and training kit.

Prior to the new kit, the players wore either old or odd kit to training and games.

The Trust have been a long-term supporter of the club.

A quiz to raise funds for the Trust will now be held at the Cricket Club on Saturday 26 July starting at 7.30pm, with teams of up to four people (entry fee of £10). Entries can be made by email to kppaterson@yahoo.co.uk or text 07913767871.