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News from Legendary statistician, Nicholas Evanson
HELP JAMES TYLER RAISE MONEY FOR MIND
After Evo’s efforts back in January another member of the 1st XI, all rounder James Tyler, is running the Cardiff Half Marathon on 4th October in aid of MIND, The. link to his fund- raising page is:
For more details about MIND and its vital work:
And for those interested in the actual race go to:
https://www.cardiffhalfmarathon.co.uk/
Good Luck JT
and
Please Give Generously
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Welcome Back to The Rec Yauy
DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE 2026 - ROUND 17
1ST XI
The 1st XI played host to Cullompton CC 1st XI.
Cullompton won the toss and asked TKCC to have a bat and soon had the title contenders in trouble at 50 for 4. A well-respected member of the Wednesday Afternoon Work Party had earlier in the week he would miss Mr Bish Bosh Out’s innings – sadly his prediction was right. The person who shall stay nameless did though rescue the ball from the hedge – the only 6 Mr BBO hit. The hero with the bat, and redemption from the despair of final day in 2009, was Josh Hunt, who hit 81 supported by James Tyler with 43, Hunt had the satisfaction of hitting the run to secure the all-vital 3rd point to secure promotion. However, he ran out of partners in his bid for a century thanks mainly to Sidhaarth Arulvendan who took 6 for 19 including a hat trick – all three bowled. TKCC were all out for 185 in 45.4 overs.
In their reply, Cullompton were soon in deep trouble at 9 for 3 after 8.4 overs – Kazi Szymanski with 3 for 10 was unplayable. Szymanski was giving Evo some nervous moments as if he had gone onto to take a five wickets in the innings he would have wanted to grab the ball, but Evo had already promised Arulvendan the ball from the first innings so couldn’t afford to lose two from his spares collection as another one had been lost in the vicinity of the Duck Pound. The Parr brothers repaired some of the damage with Jason scoring 34 and Brendan scoring 20. Not satisfied with his performance with the ball, Sidhaarth Arulvendan hit 26 before being the last batter out. Cullompton were all out for 130 in 41.2 overs.
In the end Evo was able to do the right thing in the Spirit of Cricket regarding the match ball – he actually sacrificed the better used ball which was like a dagger through his own heart.
So, eleven years to day since one of the finest hours of the Yau Era at Bovey Tracey CC, it the words of a famous former resident of Galmpton, “they think it’s all over it is now,” TKCC are back where they belong in the Premier. For Evo, one of only two survivors of the day, it is of special significance as for those who don’t already know he is battling Cancer but being so committed to the club was, if necessary, going to delay any Saturday impacting treatment until “his boys” got over the line. Whether he will still be with us next season, we can only hope he decides to fight the disease.
With mission accomplished, could Bovey Tracey CC 1st do TKCC a favour against North Devon CC 1st XI – the players were glued to You Tube. The result was just what the doctor ordered, with Seb Ansley scoring 113 not out batting at no 7 and Ollie Clifford Bourne so often the scourge of TKCC with a vital 2 not out – a won wicket defeat for North Devon CC 1st XI.
The final weekend of the season sees the 1st XI travel to take on already relegated Thorverton CC 1st XI still basically needing a win to claim the title. North Devon CC 1st XI are playing host to Heathcoat CC 1st XI. Will the DCL have the trophy in a helicopter and Nick Rogers parachute down to present it.
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 1st XI 185 all out (45.4 overs)
J Hunt 81
J Tyler 43
S Arulvendan 6-19
Cullompton CC 1st XI 130 all out (41.2 overs)
J Parr 34
K Szymanski 3-10
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 1st XI (18 pts) beat Cullompton CC 1st XI (7 pts) by 55 Runs
2ND XI
The made the short trip to take on Abbotskerswell CC 2nd XI and were back rather early.
TKCC won the toss and asked Abbotskerswell CC 2nd XI to have a bat and they stumbled to 72 all out in 33.4 overs. The best of the Abbotskerswell batters was Erik Gregersen formerly of this parish with 18. The chief tormentor of the Abbotskerswell batters was Tobias Delahunty with 5 for 13, ably supported by Dan Western with 3 for 8.
In reply the TKCC batters didn’t waste anytime knocking the runs off in just 11.2 overs despite the early loss of Dan Western. Dad, Tim with 38 not out and skipper Ryan Hanauer with 28 not out saw TKCC home without further loss.
Next weekend the 2nd XI play host to Tavistock CC 2nd XI knowing all they need are 6 points for promotion. Yelverton Bohemians CC 1st XI who can still catch them play host to Plymouth Civil Service and Roborough CC 1st XI.
Abbotskerswell CC 2nd XI 72 all out (33.4 overs)
E Gregersen 18
T Delahunty 5-13
D Western 3-8
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 2nd XI 74 for 1 (11.4 overs)
T Western 38 not out
R Hanauer 28 not out
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 2nd XI (20 pts) beat Abbotskerswell CC 2nd XI (1 pts) by 9 Wickets
3RD XI
The 3rd XI played host to Upottery 3rd XI.
TKCC won the toss and asked Upottery to have a bat.
With the exception of Joey Blight with 29 it was left to Upottery’s lower middle order of Paul Strawbridge with 48 and William Machin with 37 to amass the bulk of their 194 for 9 in their 40 overs well with the help of Mr Extras. The best TKCC bowler was Paul Harding wit 3 for 28.
At 25 for 3 it wasn’t looking promising for TKCC. However, Preshit Pawar had other ideas with a literally smashing 116 not out off just 55 balls which included 10 4s and 12 6s. As a result, TKCC reached their target on just 23.5 overs. Lewis Rich was the best of the Upottery bowlers with 3 for 28.
The final weekend of the season with a creditable 4th place in their sights, the 3rd XI travel the short distance to take on Stokeinteignhead CC 2nd XI. Meanwhile, Kenn CC 2nd XI who are just a point ahead play host to Honiton CC 2nd XI.
Upottery CC 3rd XI 194 for 9 (40 overs)
P Strawbridge 48
W Machin 37
P Harding 3-28
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 3rd XI 198 for 4 (23.5 overs)
P Pawar 116 not out
L Rich 3-28
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 3rd XI (19 pts) beat Upottery CC 3rd XI (6 pts) by 6 Wickets
4TH XI
With the exception of Andy Redpath who headed out on loan to help Get The Game On the 4th XI had a weekend off.
Next weekend they play host to Babbacombe CC 3rd XI.
Player of the Day
Sadly there is no place for sentiment so it has to go to Preshit Pawar,
Spectator Watch
The closing stages of the match was watched by David Post, the oldest surviving Club Professional of Torquay CC.
David is on the right.
BREAKING NEWS – A REPORT FOR REUTERS!
Reuters are reporting, TKCC 1ST XI are, back in the DCL Premier League. More news on this story as we have it!
help support evo’s work in the community
Evo sources so much for his work at Hollacombe CRC on behalf of TKCC, which has been recognised nationally by the ECB, from Hector’s House Cat Rescue Charity Shop, so just a little plug for their next big Fund Raiser.
THE DICK LEAR CUP
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, Ipplepen CC 1st XI will take on Barton CC 2nd XI. The headline battle could be between two current stars of Devon Youth Cricket, Thomas Cox (U15) of Barton and Warwick Green (U16) of Ipplepen.
Possible members of the Barton team formerly of this parish are Tom Drake, Andy McVeigh, Matt Needham and Chris Stubbs.
Possible members of the Ipplepen team formerly of this parish are Matt Beasant, Jono Colegate, Marcus Green, Joe Parker, Mawgan Penrice and Noah Rider.
Also likely to present, possibly in the “box” for Ipplepen, Simon Tapley who played alongside Jon Lear as youngsters for Torquay CC.
Please come and support the match which commences at 2pm.
BATTLE OF THE SEXES!
There will be a little bit of fun this Thursday evening at the Rec when the W&Gs led by Ellie Roberts take on the Gentlemen (well a bit of creativity) led by Harry Passenger in a Softball Challenge - the gents having to use their non-dominant arm so could be interesting. Back in 1993 the club had an Aussie though called Charlie Amos who could bat and bowl with either hand.
NEXT SATURDAY EVENING
In the words of the late great cricket lover, Leslie Crowther, “Come On Down!”
VX3 T20 CUP – 3RD / 4TH PLACE PLAY OFF
The 1st XI travelled over to Queens Park to take on Barton CC 1st XI in what turned out to be a “Beer Match” with some players having been out until 5.30am with one arriving with a sick bucket in hand according to a reliable source (not TKCC before you ask) and in cricketing terms, Harry Baxendale was wicket keeper for TKCC.
The umpires, one of which was Matt Petherbridge formerly of this parish had to delay play for an unusual reason – both teams had failed to secure the services of a scorer.
When the toss finally took place. TKCC won it and elected to bat. There were many quick- fire cameos with some balls having to be returned from both the Bowling Clubs and the Steam Railway Station. The highest scorer for TKCC as they amassed 189 for 5 in their 20 overs was Harry Baxendale who fell two runs short of his fifty. No Barton bowler took more than one wicket.
Whilst in the eyes of many neutrals, TKCC could have killed the match off after about 10 overs, they let Barton, with the exception of Harry Passenger who took 3 for 7, have a little bit of fun and it only didn’t backfire by 2 runs! Opener, Arunkrishna Radharkishnan scored 44 and their no 11 Olly Payne scored 27 not out off just 8 balls. Barton were nine wickets down come the end.
For those who are interested, Paignton CC 1st XI beat Bovey Tracey CC 1st XI in the final fairly easily thanks to their overseas Ayabulela Gqamana who scored 65 and their England CDA international Stephen George with 3 for 22.
update no 2 DEVON CRICKET LEAGUE 2026 - ROUND 16
1ST XI
The 1st XI played host to Heathcoat CC 1st XI in a virtually “Winner Takes It All – win and a return to the Premier League was virtually assured. The 1st XI was hoping the photo below wasn’t a bad omen:
Heathcoat won the toss and elected to bat and within the first hour were in trouble falling to 64 for 6 thanks mainly to the Two Harrys! Skipper, Passenger, was taking the wickets – 4 for 35, while Baxendale was Mr Misery well OK “Mr Miserly” with 1 for 13. The only partnership of significance for Heathcoat was their 7th wicket of 63 between skipper Jamie Drew (32) and Finn Stoneman (35). Heathcoat were all out for 154 in 46.4 overs but in the process secured a vital 3rd bonus point.
In reply we shall gloss over “Mr BBO”. TKCC were soon in trouble at 37 for 4 thanks primarily to Heathcoat’s very own Mr Miserly, their skipper, Jamie Drew who took 2 for 27. However, TKCC were recued by a 5th wicket partnership of 68 between Ben Pomare (43) and skipper Harry Passenger (38) . TKCC seemed to be cruising until a magical first over by Daniel Pugsley who was on a hat trick and went onto claim 2 for 19. It then because a war of nutrition but the stars from seven days before James Tyler (21 not out) and Harry Baxebdale (10 not out) got TKCC over the line with three wickets remaining and nearly fourteen overs.
Alas, mission wasn’t accomplished regarding promotion. However, in seven days’ time when the 1st XI play host to Cullompton CC 1st XI who are deep in relegation trouble just 3 points are needed for mission accomplished But, before then the 1st XI will be taking on Barton CC 1st XI in the 3rd / 4th Place Play Off in the VX3 Cup at Queens Park on Sunday at 11am – unfortunately unless the opposition have a scorer the match won’t be online.
Heathcoat CC 1st XI 154 all out (46.4 overs)
F Stoneman 35
J Drew 32
H Passenger 4-35
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 1st XI 158 for 7 (36.2 overs)
B Pomare 43
H Passenger 38
D Pugsley 2-19
J Drew 2-27
M Knight 2-38
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 1st XI (19 pts) beat Heathcoat CC 1st XI (6 pts) by 3 Wickets
2ND XI
The 2nd XI made a short trip into Teignbridge (well for now) to take on Ipplepen CC 2nd XI under the leadership of Tim Western – Evo is running out of fingers when it comes to 2nd XI skippers this season. The Ipplepen side included the legendary Marcus Green formerly of this parish, as well Mawgan Penrice free from his best ever bowling performance amd Noah Rider also both formerly of this parish.
TKCC won the toss and decided to have a bat. As a result of legal strengthening (both Evo and Dr Viv had checked the DCL rules), Dan Western opened the batting and smashed 137, beating his previous best score by just 1 run! Western finally fell to a catch off the bowling of Marcus Green, who proved he still has it taking 3 for 56. However, with cameos also from Tobias Delahunty (40) – another victim of Green and Faiz Ebrahim (34) – yes, you guessed another victim of Green, TKCC scored a mammoth 301 for 9 in their 45 overs with Bradley Aldridge being the best of Ipplepen bowlers with 3 for 48.
In reply Ipplepen got off to a reasonable start but the TKCC opening attack of Abu Bakar (4 for 35) and Luke Glasson (3 for 34) kept any hope of a successful run chase in check and Ipplepen were all out for 175 with an over to go. The best of their batters being Steve Bowden (40) and a certain Noah Rider (31).
Next up for the 2nd XI next weekend is another short trip into Teignbridge to take on Abbotskerswell CC 2nd XI in their fight for promotion.
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 2nd XI 301 for 9 (45 overs)
D Western 137
T Delahunty 40
F Ebrahim 34
B Aldridge 3-48
M Green 3-56
Ipplepen CC 2nd XI 175 all out (44 overs)
S Bowden 40
N Rider 31
A Bakar 4-35
L Glasson 3-34
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 2nd XI (20 pts) beat Ipplepen CC 2nd XI (7 pts) by 136 Runs
3RD XI
The 3rd XI had the rare honour to play on a first-class ground when they took on Abbotskerswell CC 3rd XI at The Rec but sadly that still wasn’t enough encouragement to have a full team.
TKCC won the toss fortunately and could bat as the Kulkarni Trio were still playing in the VX3 Cup. Ethan Abraham led the way with 66, supported by skipper Mike Etherington (in two acts thanks to receiving a ball in his eye) with 44, Preshit Pawar with 33 and Matt McCann with 32. TKCC scored 258 for 8 in their 40 overs. The best of the Abbotskerswell bowlers was James Roberts with 4 for 68.
In reply Abbotskerswell were never at the races. Only there skipper, Thomas Askew made a meaningful contribution with 43 and they were all out for 153 with 2 overs left. Four TKCC bowlers took 2 wickets each the best of which was Ethan Abraham with 2 for 8, However, special mention must be made of young Seth McCann who took 2 for 20. Where does he get his talent as dad, Matt had figures of 0 for 32!
With the 3rd XI looking for a top four finish in their division, next weekend they play host to Upottery 3rd XI who are currently in the 2nd promotion position.
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 3rd XI 258 for 8 (40 overs)
E Abraham 66
M Etherington 44
P Pawar 33
M McCann 32
J Roberts 4-68
Abootskerswell CC 3rd XI 153 all out (38 overs)
T Askew 43
E Abraham 2-8
S McCann 2-20
D Kulkarni 2-23
H Patel 2-26
Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 3rd XI (20 pts) beat Abbotskerswell CC 3rd XI (7 pts) by 105 Runs
4TH XI
The 4th XI travelled to take on Ipplepen 4th XI back under the leadership of Ollie Smith, just don’t ask him the sex of the bowler who got him out! Well, her father who wrote himself into the History of Torquay CC back in 1997 – enough said. Sadly, like the 3rd XI though the lure of playing on a “main” ground wasn’t sufficient to ensure a full team.
Ipplepen won the toss, no surprise there according to the banter on WhatsApp, and decided to have a bat. They certainly took advantage of TKCC being a fielder short and scored 282 for 4 in their 40 overs, primarily thanks to their openers Nick Heale with his maiden DCL century (136) and Paul Aldridge with his maiden DCL fifty (51). Of the TKCC bowlers, Ollie Smith led from the front with 2 for 26.
In reply sadly only the top three TKCC batters contributed with the bat – sadly Leigh “the run machine” Scarff only managed 35. Leading the way wads Thomas Vooght a loanee from Teignmouth and Shaldon CC who was left stranded just one run short of his maiden DCL fifty. Andy Redpsth also contributed 43 as TKCC were all out for 176 in 38.5 overs. Young Jack Edworthy was the best of the Ipplepen bowlers with 2 for 8.
Next weekend the 4th XI can put their feet up as it is their blank weekend.
Ipplepen CC 4th XI 282 for 4 (40 overs)
N Heale 136
P Aldridge 51
O Smith 2-36
Ipplepen CC 4th XI 176 all out (38.5 overs)
T Vooght 49 not out
A Redpath 43
L Scarff 35
J Edworthy 2-8
A Boon 2-30
S Harris 2-38
Ipplepen CC 4th XI (20 pts) beat Torquay and Kingskerswell CC 4th XI (6 pts) by 105 Runs
Player of the Weekend
An easy one this week – Dan Westerm.
Spectator Watch
Saturday
Several of the 3s & 4s came to watch including Messrs Bradford, Carswell, Etherington, McCann (snr and jnr), Scarff, Trenchard and Waters.
The legend that is Phil Bradford
Also present was Barney Bettesworth who has had a long association with the club and Colin Davey who as 2nd XI skipper got Evo into scoring way back in 1986.
Sunday
Alas there was a dearth of players from the 1st XI and 2nd XI watching the 3rd XI - one can only hope they had all travelled to support the 4th XI after so many of that team supported the 1st XI yesterday.
GEORGE STEPHENS DEVON U12 DEBUT
The club are pleased to announce that the club’s very own George Stephens made his debut for Devon U12s in a high scoring match against Somerset U12s which sadly ended in defeat for Devon today. However, he did take a wicket.
CONGRATULATIONS GEORGE ON YOUR SELECTION
DEVON REACH T20 FINALS DAY helped by tkcc
Masterminded by the club’s very own Tim Western and with Harry Passenger in the team, Devon CCC have reached T20 Finals Day at the Getty Ground at Wormsley on Sunday 30 August. Let’s hope the 1st XI have wrapped up at the very least promotion at come to Cullompton CC 1st XI the weekend before so Hazza can celebrate properly with his boys!
Congratulations Tim and Harry