Paterson guides Gala to Border T20 final

An outstanding score of 98 by Robbie Paterson guided Gala to the Border T20 Cup final after a 48 run win over Selkirk at a soggy Meigle Park last Friday.

Paterson and Darius Maritz (49) top scored for Gala in their total of 168 for 7, while Selkirk made 120 for 8.

Gala have won all of their games so far to make the final, with the opponent to be decided and venue expected to be Meigle Park.

Saturday was a day to forget for Gala however, as the firsts and seconds were soundly beaten by Grange 2nds and Carlton 4ths respectably.

This week sees a t20 friendly versus Kelso on Friday with a 6pm start at Meigle Park, while the firsts host Edinburgh CC on Saturday for Sponsors Day with a 12noon start while the seconds go to Edinburgh South thirds with a 1pm start.

Sponsors Day deadline

All sponsors and supporters please reply by Tuesday 7 July to cwpogalacc@gmail.com to confirm you are coming to this Saturday’s Sponsors/Supporters Day. Thank you again for your support.

Players appeal

The club is badly needing some more players to help out otherwise we may struggle to fulfil our games, especially during the holiday period. Even if you can only help play home games it would be a huge help.

Any new or returning players would be hugely welcome – just come up to training on a Monday or Thursday from 6pm or contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com. Please help out the club.

Juniors

Our softball squad head to Kelso on Friday 10 July, followed by an under 12s game at Kelso on Wednesday 15 July and under 14s game versus Carlton at home on Monday 20 July and Kelso at home on Wednesday 22 July.

We are also hosting a junior summer camp from Wednesday 29 to Friday 31 July. The camp will run 10am to 2pm each day and is 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 until late August.

Memberships overdue

Membership forms are 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.

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

The firsts lost out to Penicuik on Saturday but with a series of players missing due to the Braw Lads’ Day, put in a respectable showing.

Penicuik made 236 all out with Darius Maritz taking three wickets along with Iqbal Qasim, while Starrett Player of the Match Martiz top scored with 38 supported by Eddie Eyre as Gala were all out for 158.

On Sunday, Gala 2nds made the trip to Penicuik 2nds and struggling the day after Braw Lads’ Day, falling to a nine wicket defeat, Ben McColm claiming Gala’s only wicket.

This weekend sees Gala host Selkirk on Friday evening at 6pm in a T20 game, with Saturday seeing the firsts travel to Grange 2nds and 2nds host Carlton 2nds at Meigle Park with a 1pm start.

Our game against Manderston last week was called off as the Berwickshire club couldn’t raise a side.

Players appeal

With eight weeks of the season to go, the club is needing some more players to help out otherwise we may struggle to fulfil our games, especially during the holiday period. Even if you can only help play home games it would be a huge help.

Any new or returning players would be hugely welcome – just come up to training on a Monday or Thursday from 6pm or contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com. Please help out the club.

Juniors

There were no games last week, with the next action scheduled for Friday 10 July with a softball festival at Kelso, followed by an under 12s game at Kelso on Wednesday 15 July and under 14s game versus Carlton at home on Monday 20 July.

We are also hosting a junior summer camp from Wednesday 29 to Friday 31 July. The camp will run 10am to 2pm each day and is 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 until late August.

Sponsors/supporters day

Sponsors/supporters day is due to take place on Saturday 11 July, with invites now issued. If you have not received an invite please contact galacricketclub@gmail.com.

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 overdue

Membership forms are 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.

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

The firsts had a bizarre call off on Saturday, after making the three hour round trip to Kirkcaldy only to discover Dunnikier’s ground being unplayable and the umpire rightly calling off the game without a ball being bowled.

A makeshift Gala 2nds suffered defeat to a strong Stewart Melville 3rds at Meigle Park in Division Five, who contained six players from their 2^nd XI – who are third in Division One – the week before.

Ben McColm and Seb Loumeau took two wickets each, while young Cullen Halley and Abdul Wahab both bowled well as the capital side made 206 for six.

In reply, Shokib Bangash was top run scorer with 26 and Starrett player of the match Halley with 12 as Gala were all out for 87.  

This weekend sees Gala host Penicuik on Braw Lads’ Day on Saturday, with a 12noon start at Meigle Park. The bar will be open for anyone coming up for something to do during afternoon.

The 2nds will be at Penicuik 2nds on Sunday with a 1pm start, we are due to also face Manderston on Friday evening at 6pm in a t20 game at Meigle Park.
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 second half of the season. Please contact us via social media or galacricketclub@gmail.com if interested or would like more information.

Juniors

A number of our softball squad played their first incrediball game at under 12s at St Boswells, and managed to win. Well done to the squad who showed great attitude.

Our games against St Boswells at under 15s at home and softball festival this Friday at Hawick both have been called off.

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.

Braw Lads

We were delighted to host the Braw Lad and Lass and their friends and family ahead of the Braw Lads’ Ball last Saturday. Good luck to all the principals, including our players, Braw Lad Ruaridh Anderson and Bearer of the Stone Jamie Bell, for this week’s festivities.

Sponsors/supporters day

Sponsors/supporters day is due to take place on Saturday 11 July, with invites now issued. If you have not received an invite please contact galacricketclub@gmail.com.

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 overdue

Membership forms are 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.

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.

Gala 1sts claimed a seven wicket win over Heriots 2nds on Saturday at Meigle Park, with Sean Taylor named Starrett Player of the Match for his excellent unbeaten knock of 87.

The 2nds suffered a heavy defeat at St Boswells, losing by eight wickets.

However, we did claim a t20 victory on Friday evening over St Boswells, with Robbie Paterson and Darius Maritz both scoring half centuries, and Rowan Chalmers taking two wickets in the first ever over he has bowled. Ben Potgieter took three wickets and Ajith Sujan two wickets.

This weekend sees the 1sts make the long trip to Kirkcaldy to face Dunnikier, while the 2nds are at home to Stewart’s Melville 3rds with a 1pm start on Saturday.

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 hosted the Rowan Boland Softball Festival on Friday evening, with five teams taking part including two from Gala.

We played an under 16s game last Wednesday at Kelso, losing out to the hosts but Leo Paterson took three wickets.

This Wednesday, the under 12s are due to play their first incrediball game at St Boswells, with a 6pm start. The under 15s are due to also play St Boswells at home on Wednesday 24 June, before our final softball festival of the month at Hawick on Friday 26 June.

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.

Rowan Boland Run
We were delighted to host the Rowan Boland Run on Sunday – well done to all who took part.

Sponsors/supporters day
Sponsors/supporters day is due to take place on Saturday 11 July, with invites to be issued in coming days.
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 overdue
Membership forms are 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.

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.

Finally, thanks to Robbie Paterson for our new Meigle Park Update asset – a big improvement!

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.