The daylight hours are now getting longer and the club committee and supporting personnel are working hard in preparation for another cricket season at SCC – but this is not just any season, as we celebrate our 175th year!

Over the season these updates will serve as a quick update of all things SCC – what has happened in the last fortnight and what is on the horizon….

During the last two weeks:
• The committee have had their first meeting of 2019, with big things planned for this year and beyond.
• 2019 Membership has been launched for all ages. The club requests members pay as soon as possible to help with a busy period of expenditure in the run up to the season. Paid up members will receive a code towards the new playing shirt. All details here: http://www.swindoncricketclub.co.uk/news/2019-memberships-are-now-due-2386276.html
• Plans continue for the 175th year celebration open to all club members and associates – old and new. An event not to be missed. You can follow updates here: https://www.facebook.com/events/1420869858058090/ Please share this event so we can spread the word.
• The 175 Fun Run Challenge (Sunday 24th March 2019) is taking shape. Sponsorship forms will be distributed shortly.
• Tom (Chairman) and Daniel (Vice-Chair) met with Swindon Town Football Club in the Community to chat about their new build on the ‘County Ground Extension’ starting in late January. We look forward to seeing the modernisation of that area and the improvements it brings to the County ground sports area.
• The club took delivery of new catering equipment following a successful grant application to the Cricket World Cup 2019 Fund.
• The club were saddened by the passing of former groundsman John Lawrence – full details here: http://www.swindoncricketclub.co.uk/news/passing-of-john-lawrence-2385505.html
• Admin, lots of admin! It’s a busy time of year for this. Thanks to Will Glass (Secretary) for keeping us on top of this.
• The 1st and 2nd XI began indoor training, expertly led by our club coach Wayne Pascal. Keep an eye out for open sessions.
• Kev is already prepping the ground for the upcoming season, with spiking works being undertaken amongst other activities.
• The club held its first hire event of 2019 – thanks to Sarah and Sal Aubrey for their continued work in organising these events and staffing the bar. Spread the word if you know of anyone that needs a venue for any sort of event.

Upcoming:
• Youth indoor training sessions begin at the end of January – Kev Thompson will be in touch.
• Senior pre-season mini tour to Cornwall/Devon happening on the weekend of the 6th April – contact Alex Kill for details.
• Further improvements to the front of pavilion area.
• '175' events including the 175 Fun Run Challenge (Sunday 24th March 2019) and 175th year celebration (Weekend of 6th July).
• The club are attending the Wiltshire Cricket Club Forum in late January to help us deliver cricket across the ages in 2019.

How to follow the clubs activities:
Pitchero - http://www.swindoncricketclub.co.uk/ All players, parents and supporters should sign up for club news, updates, match information and for players to set their availability.
Facebook: Facebook.com/SwindonCricketClub
Twitter: @swindoncricket
Instagram: @swindoncc

If you have anything to add to the next update, please contact Daniel Harris (danielharris84@googlemail.com)