Team Kit

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About STCC/The current state of play

Founded in 1872, Stonehaven Thistle Cricket Club has been a bedrock of the community ever since. They play in the Aberdeenshire Cricket League with Senior teams in Grades 1 and 3 respectively. Based in the McRobert Pavilion home matches are played at Mineralwell Park. In 2006 our Junior section was reformed to nurture and grow new talent for years to come.

Outdoor Practice
Outdoor Senior practice is on Thursdays
at Mineralwell Park from 6 pm to 8.30 pm.

Starts 8th April 2010

1st XI

Stonehaven Thistle 1st XI

Stoney, "Stoned"

Back row, left to right: Chris Van De Ruit, Jonno Van De Ruit, Ali Milroy, Matt Jenkins, Drew Hinchcliffe, Andy Wilson.
Front row, left to right: Andrew Long, Denis Garden (Vice Captain), Clive Hinchcliffe(Captain), Alex Keith, Andrew Kemp.

Having tasted success in Grade 2 by winning the league and cup double in 2001, Thistle’s 1st XI are now firmly established in Grade 1, with 7th in 2004, and 5th in 2005 after a disastrous start. For 2006, a 6th place after a similarly woeful start saw Thistle gain the reputation of giantkillers, twice beating holders Kintore and their nemesis Cults once. In 2008, Thistle 1st XI finished 4th in the league, having led the Grade in the early part of the season.

1st XI matches are taken seriously, but there is always plenty of banter going on, especially in the changing room and down the pub afterwards. Known to some in the Grades as "Little England", Stonehaven also has several players from around the globe. 1st XI Players

First Team Captain: Clive Hinchcliffe, First Team Vice-Captain: Denis Garden

2nd XI

The all conquering 2nd XI of 2008 won both the League and League Cup, so they now find themselves promoted to Grade 3. Target number one must be to stay in Grade 3, unlike their foray into the league in 2005. However hopes are high that the emerging talent will be enough to spring a few surprises on the unsuspecting and there is no reason why they cannot compete for the title.

Stonehaven Thistle 2nd XI v. Gordonians 2nds, 2008

Back row, left to right: Sam Dickinson, David Garden, Bryan Snelling, David Crozier, James Crozier, Bruce Findlay.
Front row, left to right: Daniel Colvin, Nigel King (Vice Captain), David Long (Captain), Matthew Colvin, Paul Hay.

The Club now has a good mix of experienced players and younger talent throughout that are approaching their best. The 2nd XI play in Grade 3 of the Aberdeen Cricket Association in both league competition and the league cup.

Although the 2nd XI is often packed with junior players, this is an excellent way to rapidly improve your cricketing skills and get you to a senior playing level quickly. Played in a more relaxed atmosphere, the second XI are nevertheless keen to win or perform well in adversity. 2nd XI Players

Above: Second Team players line up for a photo in 2006.

Second Team Captain: David Long Snr., Second Team Vice-Captain: Nigel King

Junior Section

Teams will depend upon numbers in each age group, but it is expected to have players at Under 13 and Under 15 levels. Click here for more information about the Juniors.

	Club shirt modelled by "Spender" Milroy.		Official STCC Club shirt Gunn & Moore Teknik Cricket Shirts represent the very best in Test quality playing wear. 5 Star Teknik cricket shirts are manufactured from super soft moisture management material. Improved design by adding a new press stud placket and collar feature making it more comfortable and durable. With a generous cut and 3/4 Sleeve the shirts are predominately white with Navy Piping. Complete with STCC and Station Hotel logos. Club Shirt: £26.00 each, payable in advance.
			Official STCC Team jumper Gunn & Moore Premier Knitwear is made from 100% acrylic and fashioned in the classic heavy cable knit design. Sweaters and Slipovers are available in classic STCC Navy/Sky/Navy trim. Sizes range from Small Boys to XXL. They are also embroidered with the Club and Station Hotel logos. Sweater: £29.00 each, payable in advance. Slipover: £26.00 each, payable in advance.

Cricket Shirts, Sweaters and Slipovers 

To place your order, email Dave Long by 5pm Tuesday 16th March 2010.

Team Selection

STCC Selection Policy Update 2009

The selection policy is currently in transition. However provisional teams are selected 10 days in advance of each match. Therefore to have "your name in the frame" you need to first register on the forum so you can watch the updated lists. You can leave your availability for the next couple of weeks by posting on the forum or contacting the Match Secretary Andrew Long by phone or email.

If there is competition for places, paid up members take priority over unpaid members.

The final team list goes up after practice on the Thursday before the match and is chosen by the selection Committee which comprises:1st and 2nd XI Captains 1st and 2nd XI Vice-Captains and the Match Secretary.

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