Showing posts with label Captain's Log. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Captain's Log. Show all posts
Wednesday, 29 August 2007
Wednesday, 22 August 2007
Captains Log
3 FIGHT FOR RUNNERS UP SPOT
As we move into the last week of the season, only one point separates three teams fighting for the runners up spot. Layton lost to Gardners tonight 7-3, while ICI won away at champions East End 8-3.
Whilst this was happening we lost once again, by the smallest possible margin, one point. Steady John Quinney unusually threw away a 17-6 lead to lose 21-17, whilst Alan Steele stood at 20-17 in the final game but was unable to capture the single chalk needed for victory. Next week I have named an unchanged side to face Belmont.
Our rivals are also both at home ICI to Norcross and Layton at home to St Georges who need a win to stay up.
As we move into the last week of the season, only one point separates three teams fighting for the runners up spot. Layton lost to Gardners tonight 7-3, while ICI won away at champions East End 8-3.
Whilst this was happening we lost once again, by the smallest possible margin, one point. Steady John Quinney unusually threw away a 17-6 lead to lose 21-17, whilst Alan Steele stood at 20-17 in the final game but was unable to capture the single chalk needed for victory. Next week I have named an unchanged side to face Belmont.
Our rivals are also both at home ICI to Norcross and Layton at home to St Georges who need a win to stay up.
Wednesday, 8 August 2007
Captain's Log
"BURIED AT GARDNERS"
Disaster stuck us with a convincing defeat away to second bottom Gardners. Johnny Miller and John Quinney were the only rays of sunshine in what was a disapointing performance. With three games to go it requires us to finish with a flourish to challenge the other contenders.
Disaster stuck us with a convincing defeat away to second bottom Gardners. Johnny Miller and John Quinney were the only rays of sunshine in what was a disapointing performance. With three games to go it requires us to finish with a flourish to challenge the other contenders.
Wednesday, 25 July 2007
Captain's Log
"Great Ecc fire extinguished by St George"
Just as we hit the top two for the first time this season our fire was put out by a fighting St George's team. Two chalks cost us 3 valuable points. Disapointing performances from Alan and myself didn't help our cause, but a spirited performance from Peter and John ensured it all hinged on the the last game. Unfortunately Dave was beaten 21-7 which resulted in an home win. As a result of this win we await the result of our rivals ICI to see if they took advantage in their away game. Meanwhile Layton also had the opportunity to close the 6 point gap.
Just as we hit the top two for the first time this season our fire was put out by a fighting St George's team. Two chalks cost us 3 valuable points. Disapointing performances from Alan and myself didn't help our cause, but a spirited performance from Peter and John ensured it all hinged on the the last game. Unfortunately Dave was beaten 21-7 which resulted in an home win. As a result of this win we await the result of our rivals ICI to see if they took advantage in their away game. Meanwhile Layton also had the opportunity to close the 6 point gap.
Wednesday, 11 July 2007
Captain's Log
LAYTON LAY IT ON THICK
Well it had to happen the winning run was ended at Layton but under the circumstances 3 points was not a bad return considering the team was blitzed by late withdrawals from the squad. Alan, John and Graham were missing which resulted in a season debut for Bert Fletcher who got a late call up this morning. At the half way point things looked good as Jimmy McNight continued his excellent form with a good 21-15 win. Wins were also recorded by Ron Senior and myself. Unfortunately that is where the points stopped as both Peter and Bert were well beaten to single figures and two battling performances from both Gary and Dave resulted in no points being added.
This is a major set back on our promotion push but there is still time for us to charge up the table and make our assault on the leaders.
Well it had to happen the winning run was ended at Layton but under the circumstances 3 points was not a bad return considering the team was blitzed by late withdrawals from the squad. Alan, John and Graham were missing which resulted in a season debut for Bert Fletcher who got a late call up this morning. At the half way point things looked good as Jimmy McNight continued his excellent form with a good 21-15 win. Wins were also recorded by Ron Senior and myself. Unfortunately that is where the points stopped as both Peter and Bert were well beaten to single figures and two battling performances from both Gary and Dave resulted in no points being added.
This is a major set back on our promotion push but there is still time for us to charge up the table and make our assault on the leaders.
Friday, 6 July 2007
Captain's Log
ECCY BOYS FEND OFF CHEMICAL ATTACK
A must win victory over league leaders ICI reduced their lead on ourselves to 4 points. Things started slowly with both sides having to make changes to the order due to late arrivals. As a result Ron made a rare first half appearance against unbeaten Tony Emery who continued his unbeaten run by beating Ron to 12. Jimmy Mcnight held the first half together with a splendid 21-9 win. A narrow win for myself and a 1 point defeat for Peter ensured we had a 5 point half time lead. John Quinney increased this margin by winning 21-9 early in the second half. Defeats for Graham and Gary followed. As a result it was left to Dave to bring home the bacon and he obliged by winning the final game to 17 leaving us with a 6 chalk win. This win keeps us on track for a top two position but next weeks trip to Layton will be a real test of our credentials. Alan and Johnny return and Gary is rested.
A must win victory over league leaders ICI reduced their lead on ourselves to 4 points. Things started slowly with both sides having to make changes to the order due to late arrivals. As a result Ron made a rare first half appearance against unbeaten Tony Emery who continued his unbeaten run by beating Ron to 12. Jimmy Mcnight held the first half together with a splendid 21-9 win. A narrow win for myself and a 1 point defeat for Peter ensured we had a 5 point half time lead. John Quinney increased this margin by winning 21-9 early in the second half. Defeats for Graham and Gary followed. As a result it was left to Dave to bring home the bacon and he obliged by winning the final game to 17 leaving us with a 6 chalk win. This win keeps us on track for a top two position but next weeks trip to Layton will be a real test of our credentials. Alan and Johnny return and Gary is rested.
Thursday, 28 June 2007
CAPTAINS LOG
"A STROLL IN THE PARK FOR THE ECCY BOYS"
What could have been a potential banana skin turned out to be plain sailing against relegation threatened Cleveleys Park. Cleveleys had just recorded two unlikely wins against promotion challengers Norbreck and were expecting much more than they got. The green was very bumpy and this proved as difficult for the home team as well as the away team. Graham Trott led the way on the night with a good win against Frank Benyon before Jimmy, John and myself ensured a 100% first half. The second half was not as convincing as Gary and Alan looked to be heading for big defeats before making reasonable comebacks. However it was Peter Holden who sealed the victory winning in a convincing manner. Dave Thornton then put the icing on the cake to give us a 9-2 away win. Next week it all hots up as we take on title favourites and league leaders ICI at home. The biggest problem I have is who to leave on the bench as all 10 of the squad are chomping at the bit to take on ICI.
What could have been a potential banana skin turned out to be plain sailing against relegation threatened Cleveleys Park. Cleveleys had just recorded two unlikely wins against promotion challengers Norbreck and were expecting much more than they got. The green was very bumpy and this proved as difficult for the home team as well as the away team. Graham Trott led the way on the night with a good win against Frank Benyon before Jimmy, John and myself ensured a 100% first half. The second half was not as convincing as Gary and Alan looked to be heading for big defeats before making reasonable comebacks. However it was Peter Holden who sealed the victory winning in a convincing manner. Dave Thornton then put the icing on the cake to give us a 9-2 away win. Next week it all hots up as we take on title favourites and league leaders ICI at home. The biggest problem I have is who to leave on the bench as all 10 of the squad are chomping at the bit to take on ICI.
Thursday, 21 June 2007
Captain's Log
"EAST END GO WEST"
Following on from last week's narrow win at home to East End 6-4 we inflicted further distress to the East End promotion push by becoming the first team to beat them on their home patch this year. East End have switched greens and this has proved a good move as the green is a tricky up and down experience for anyone playing it for the first time. However, this wasn't the case for John Quinney who gained revenge on his opponent for the previous weeks defeat by thrashing him 21-4. Further impressive wins for Gary Brash, Jimmy McNight and Alan Steele ensured an aggregate win. The win is vital in our promotion push as it narrows down our deficit on East End to 5 points. Next week we travel to Cleveleys Park looking to record our 4th away win of the season. Graham returns whilst Johnny is rested.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Following on from last week's narrow win at home to East End 6-4 we inflicted further distress to the East End promotion push by becoming the first team to beat them on their home patch this year. East End have switched greens and this has proved a good move as the green is a tricky up and down experience for anyone playing it for the first time. However, this wasn't the case for John Quinney who gained revenge on his opponent for the previous weeks defeat by thrashing him 21-4. Further impressive wins for Gary Brash, Jimmy McNight and Alan Steele ensured an aggregate win. The win is vital in our promotion push as it narrows down our deficit on East End to 5 points. Next week we travel to Cleveleys Park looking to record our 4th away win of the season. Graham returns whilst Johnny is rested.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Thursday, 14 June 2007
Captain's Log
"ECCY EDGE TURN ROUND OPENER"
Following on from last week's defeat at Norbreck we bounced back narrowly defeating East End 6-4. All our home advantage was washed away with the constant rain which totally changed conditions throughout the night.
Wins for Jimmy McNight and myself ensured we led by two chalks at half time. We sealed the match with two good wins from Ron Senior and Dave Thornton who returned from his trek around the Alps in good form. Next week we visit East End hoping the rains continue to fall.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Following on from last week's defeat at Norbreck we bounced back narrowly defeating East End 6-4. All our home advantage was washed away with the constant rain which totally changed conditions throughout the night.
Wins for Jimmy McNight and myself ensured we led by two chalks at half time. We sealed the match with two good wins from Ron Senior and Dave Thornton who returned from his trek around the Alps in good form. Next week we visit East End hoping the rains continue to fall.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Thursday, 7 June 2007
Captain's Log (Norbreck)
No Breaks at Norbreck
A two point reward was the only prize for us at a difficult away trip to Norbreck. Highflying Norbreck, who hope to bounce back to the first division, were in fine form as they went into a 5-0 lead.
It was, however, a case of what could have been as both Gary Brash and Graham Trott were within 1 and 2 points of victory before being edged out by good comebacks. The only reward for an evening at Norbreck was achieved through narrow wins for both Alan Steele and John Quinney.
Next week we continue our quest to remain with the top teams as we take on East End who are also flying high.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
A two point reward was the only prize for us at a difficult away trip to Norbreck. Highflying Norbreck, who hope to bounce back to the first division, were in fine form as they went into a 5-0 lead.
It was, however, a case of what could have been as both Gary Brash and Graham Trott were within 1 and 2 points of victory before being edged out by good comebacks. The only reward for an evening at Norbreck was achieved through narrow wins for both Alan Steele and John Quinney.
Next week we continue our quest to remain with the top teams as we take on East End who are also flying high.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Thursday, 31 May 2007
Captain's Log (Gardners Arms)
Gardners Planted
Another solid performance against bottom club Gardner's Arms ensured a fifth consecutive victory. Highflying Alan Steele flew back from New York but it was his opponent who had his head in the clouds as he polished off his opponent to single figures. Single figure victories were also recorded by John Quinney, Ron Senior and David Bilsborrow.
'Comeback King of the Day' was Jimmy McNight who recovered from 9-1 down to record a 21-17 victory. Gary Brash also recorded a good win against one of Gardner's stronger players. The only blots on the landscape were Peter Holden and Johnny Miller.
A great start to the season hots up over the next three weeks as we visit Norbreck for our first real test away before going to meet Leaders East End two weeks running.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Another solid performance against bottom club Gardner's Arms ensured a fifth consecutive victory. Highflying Alan Steele flew back from New York but it was his opponent who had his head in the clouds as he polished off his opponent to single figures. Single figure victories were also recorded by John Quinney, Ron Senior and David Bilsborrow.
'Comeback King of the Day' was Jimmy McNight who recovered from 9-1 down to record a 21-17 victory. Gary Brash also recorded a good win against one of Gardner's stronger players. The only blots on the landscape were Peter Holden and Johnny Miller.
A great start to the season hots up over the next three weeks as we visit Norbreck for our first real test away before going to meet Leaders East End two weeks running.
© David Bilsborrow - 2007
Wednesday, 17 May 2006
Captain's Log (Layton 2006)
'Crash Bang Wollop!'
After our cup exit in the Bispham jungle our first visit to Layton for a couple of years proved almost fruitless. Only John Quinney got to grips with the green which was running like no other green seen by any of us this season. John Quinney was the only winner in the first half beating Blackpool's number one snooker player Steve Meakin. Peter Holden, Johnny Miller and Myself were all thrashed. It was a similar tail in the second half, but things looked a little better when Dave Thornton came back from 16-6 only to lose by a single point. Alan Steel, Gary Brash and Jim Cardwell were all beaten.
One point on the road in the last two weeks means pressure is mounting on us to start winning well at home. A couple of new faces next week may make a difference I am away and Gary Brash is in hospital. Ron Senior makes his debut and Jimmy McNight makes his first league appearance of the season. With things not going well a good result next week may make the Captain's choice the following week difficult !!!
© David Bilsborrow - 2006
After our cup exit in the Bispham jungle our first visit to Layton for a couple of years proved almost fruitless. Only John Quinney got to grips with the green which was running like no other green seen by any of us this season. John Quinney was the only winner in the first half beating Blackpool's number one snooker player Steve Meakin. Peter Holden, Johnny Miller and Myself were all thrashed. It was a similar tail in the second half, but things looked a little better when Dave Thornton came back from 16-6 only to lose by a single point. Alan Steel, Gary Brash and Jim Cardwell were all beaten.
One point on the road in the last two weeks means pressure is mounting on us to start winning well at home. A couple of new faces next week may make a difference I am away and Gary Brash is in hospital. Ron Senior makes his debut and Jimmy McNight makes his first league appearance of the season. With things not going well a good result next week may make the Captain's choice the following week difficult !!!
© David Bilsborrow - 2006
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