THE DICK LEAR CUP - THIS SUNDAY

Richard “Dick” Lear passed away in 2010 having played / umpired for both Torquay CC and Kingskerswell CC for over 40 overs.  Dick’s two sons David and Jon also played for both clubs.

Subsequently a cup was donated to remember him.  It has either been played between an Aaron Printers Cup Select XI and a Brockman Cup Select XI or winners of the respective cups. 

This year, Bovey Tracey CC 2nd XI will take on Ipplepen CC 2nd XI.  The headline battle could be between two current stars of Devon U15s, Albie Bradley of Bovey Tracey and Warwick Green of Ipplepen.  However, could Henry Mount and Jake Pascoe do it again for Bovey Tracey or could Bradley Aldridge and Toby Holroyd do it again for Ipplepen.

Also likely to present, possibly in the “box” for Ipplepen, Simon Tapley who played alongside Jon Lear as youngsters for Torquay CC.  Oh the thorny subject of artificial strengthening and the “interesting” eligibility regulations for the respective cups – well Marcus Green, formerly of this parish might join his son in the Ipplepen team.  As for others now at Ipplepen who have previous been involved with T&K and might attend - the list is as long as your arm.

Sadly as a result of CEO commitments with Devon CCC, the President of Bovey Tracey, Nigel Mountford, formerly of this parish is unlikely to be in attendance.

Please come and support the match which commences at 2pm.