Category: Club News

by Shanghai Cricket Club

2013 Cricket Season Set to Begin March 24

The 2013 Shanghai Cricket Club League season has arrived! The season kicks off on March 24 at the Shanghai Rugby Football Club and continues through to the finals in late October.

The league competition will feature 17 teams over three divisions; the addition of a new Shanghai Cricket Association-affiliated team in Division 2 will add a new wrinkle to the season. The past few seasons have seen an overall improvement in the quality of cricket in Shanghai, and this year promises to even more competitive. Continue reading “2013 Cricket Season Set to Begin March 24” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

SCC to Hold Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony on Nov. 9

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The 2012 cricket season is near its finale. With the SCC Santa Fe League having concluded a very action packed season – 17 teams across three divisions took part in 112 matches – and the SCC Dragons and Pirates having concluded a full season of touring, it is time to celebrate the year that was.

All cricketers are encouraged to attend the AGM and Awards Ceremony at the Langham Yangtze Hotel on Friday, November 9 at 7 pm, as we look back on our most successful season to date.

The SCC Committee will review the season and highlight the achievements made by the Club both on and off the field before recognising the achievements of teams and players on the field. The AGM and Annual Awards Night is open to all clubs, and all SCC Foundation Club members will be asked to vote on the Executive Committee positions of Secretary, Treasurer and Development Officer. Continue reading “SCC to Hold Annual General Meeting and Awards Ceremony on Nov. 9” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

SCC Squad Announced for Upcoming China Cup Match

The Shanghai Cricket Club announced today the team for the upcoming China Cup match against the Beijing Cricket Club.

The match will take place on Sunday, October 21 at the SRFC, starting at 10 am. Welcome drinks and dinner for the Beijing squad will be held on Saturday night starting at 7:30 pm at the Big Bamboo on Nanyang Lu.

The China Cup is a semi-annual 50 over match between the Shanghai Cricket Club and the Beijing Cricket Club. It was last played in 2009 when the Beijing Cricket Club won the trophy.

A playing squad of 11 was released by Club Captain Phil Mildenhall. Continue reading “SCC Squad Announced for Upcoming China Cup Match” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

SCC Squad Announced for Upcoming Interport Match with Hong Kong Cricket Club

SCC and HKCC following the 2011 Bokhara Bell Interport Match in Shanghai; Shanghai won by 7 wickets

The Shanghai Cricket Club today announced the squad for the upcoming SCC tour of Hong Kong to play Hong Kong Cricket Club in the annual Bokhara Memorial Bell Interport match.

Club Captain Phil Mildenhall released a playing squad of 12, naming an additional seven alternate players on stand-bye should one of the top 12 be unable to tour. Continue reading “SCC Squad Announced for Upcoming Interport Match with Hong Kong Cricket Club” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

Bashers to Hold Quiz Night on August 16, All Clubs Welcome

The Second Bashers Quiz of the year has been set for August 16, 2012 at the Camel in Puxi. All SCC members clubs are welcome and encouraged to put in a team.

The Bashers Quiz promises to test your trivia skills and knowledge like none other. Prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers. Teams of four are recommended.

The quiz is being given by the SCC’s own official scorekeeper, Jenny O’Connell.

Details
Date: August 16, 2012
Venue: The Member’s End bar at The Camel
Time: 7.30pm onwards
Price: 100 RMB per person
For more information, please contact the event organiser.

by Mike Tsesmelis

Captain’s Report: Breezer Challenge Match – SCC Dragons vs Lamma CC

The SCC and Lamma CC following the Breezer Challenge

Lamma Cricket Club came to Shanghai up 3-2 in the Breezer Challenge Series, but after a chastening 13-wicket defeat in 2011, the tourists had something of a point to prove.

The teams lined up for the traditional toss: a Bacardi Breezer boat race. The field was reduced to a mostly reluctant six, the Dragons being lead by captain Mike Tsesmelis, and followed by Russell Cool, James Keel, Bernie Hughes, Phil Mildenhall and Ben Lyons. A veteran of the Breezer Challenge, Mike kept pace with the Lamma captain, but when Russ started literally choking under the pressure, his masculinity simply not up to the demands of downing a sweet, fizzy girl’s drink from a bottle with straws, the Dragons seemed condemned to a long stint fielding in the July heat. Continue reading “Captain’s Report: Breezer Challenge Match – SCC Dragons vs Lamma CC” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

DPR Hot Dogs to Host Shanghai Night Fever at SRFC

The DPR Hot Dogs are throwing a huge 70/80s fancy dress disco at the Shanghai Rugby Football Club on August 25 for all SCC member clubs and friends.

Sponsored by Mint, Bacardi, Just Beer and Naked Retreats, the party kicks off at 10pm with buses leaving from the Camel and Big Bamboo Nanyang at 9:30pm.

Cost: RMB250 per ticket, which includes unlimited alcoholic drinks on the bus, four free drinks at SRFC, and RMB200 voucher for Mint Cellars. The SRFC will be kitted out in full 70/80s gear complete with a ridiculously huge mirror ball. As the outside area will also be open there will be access to the pool. Drinks will be at RMB25 happy hour prices all night long. Continue reading “DPR Hot Dogs to Host Shanghai Night Fever at SRFC” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

Dragons and Pirates Squads for Breezer Challenge Matches with Lamma CC

The Dragons and Pirates squads have been named for the upcoming Breezer Challenge matches against Lamma Cricket Club.

Club Captain Phil Mildenhall provided the team squads on Tuesday afternoon.

Lamma Cricket Club of Hong Kong will tour Shanghai from July 20-22. Saturday will feature the 50-over Breezer Challenge between Lamma CC and the SCC Dragons. Sunday will feature a Twenty20 match between Lamma and the SCC Pirates. Both matches will be held at the Shanghai Rugby Football Club. Continue reading “Dragons and Pirates Squads for Breezer Challenge Matches with Lamma CC” →

by Andy Scott

The Breezer Challenge Returns, Lamma CC to Tour Shanghai July 20-22

SCC President Oliver Austin shows off the Breezer Challenge Trophy

Lamma Cricket Club of Hong Kong returns to Shanghai on July 21 to play the Shanghai Cricket Club in the Breezer Challenge. The two clubs last met in 2011 when Shanghai successfully defended the challenge, retaining the Breezer Challenge Trophy for a second year.

The 50-over Breezer Challenge match between Lamma and the SCC Dragons will be followed by an awards reception and dinner at the Camel Sports Bar in Puxi. A Twenty20 match between the tourists and the SCC Pirates will take place on Sunday. Welcome drinks for the tourists will be held at the Big Bamboo, Nanyang on Friday, July 20.

The Breezer Challenge dates to 2003 when the two clubs first played for the unique trophy in Hong Kong. Unlike more traditional cricket matches, the “toss” at the beginning of the Breezer Challenge is a full team boat race, with the winning club given the choice of fielding or batting. Continue reading “The Breezer Challenge Returns, Lamma CC to Tour Shanghai July 20-22” →

by Shanghai Cricket Club

Pudong Cricket Club to Host Family Day at SRFC on June 17

The Pudong Cricket Club is inviting all Shanghai Cricket Club members to Pudong’s annual family day at the SRFC on June 17. There will be a BBQ lunch and buffet, kids activities mini-cricket and games from 10 am as well as the swimming pool and bouncy castle. Come join Pudong CC for a relaxing day at the cricket. There will be Pimms & Lemonade for the lady folk and plenty of fun for all.

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