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“2019 AGM Report”
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The Blue Room atop the St Aldates Tavern was once
again the venue for The MAD’s annual
The ‘Blue Room’…. Without further ado,
herewith the notes from the evening, or at least the ones that are vaguely
readable on a crumpled, cider stained piece of A4
paper…. ‘Flake’
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Part I -
Notes on attendance Apologies for absence: Joe
Cartwright (on
a plane) Steve
Dobner (“can’t
be arsed to drive the 176 mile round trip”) Giant
Duck (couldn’t
be arsed) David
Shorten (in
Minehead somewhere) James
Pearson (kidnapped)
A shame Mr Cartwright (batting) was absent to collect his Trophy…. Present: Matt
Bullock (Chairman,
Statto) Geoff
Carter Andrew
Darley David
Emerson Richard
Hadfield (avoided
being killed in a terrorist attack on London Bridge) James
Hoskins (Fantasy
Guru) Jake
Hotson (Deputy
T20 Captain, Tour) Ian
Howarth + 1 (Fixtures
Secretary, Minutes) Jon-Newman
Robson Mike
Reeves (Treasurer) Chris
Roberts Mark
Rundle + 1 Dave
Shorten Gary
Timms (Captain) Russell
Turner + 1 (T20
Captain, Mike Ashley) Cornelius
Vermaak Chris
Williams |
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Part II - Chairman’s Welcome Having set a record of
chairing MAD AGM’s in lieu of nobody else ever being Chairman, Matt set out
by stipulating the same old shit as in the previous 20 plus years – thanks to
all who made a contribution. Notable efforts were
that of the Committee, the absent David Shorten (ex-Skipper), Jake Hotson’s
Tour dedication, Ian Howarth’s stressful fixtures and James Hoskins’ revamped
Fantasy among several others. A big nod to Mike Reeves’ wife (Kate) who made all
the teas for him to take the credit for. The ethos of the club was
upheld, and the team were delighted to see the return of ex-Skipper Martin
Westmoreland and the Mini-Moos. The future of the club is bright.
Mini-Moo 2 is out of shot buying his dad a book on how to bat. |
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Part III - Captain’s Report After a fifth (FIFTH) season
in charge, Skipper Timms amused all with his PowerPoint presentation which
detailed all the highlights of an underwhelming season (so quite a short
verse then). Among these highlights for our Skip were the matches against new
opposition the OUCCC and Moreton CC. Greys Green was an interesting venture,
however considering the hundred times we were assured everything was played
in the right spirit – the fact their two best players opened the batting and
bowling was…. The Astons game was memorable
for bookending the Ashes Ben Stokes knock during the tea interval – and of
course the Isis game which doubled as a charity event. Despite being given over to
sleeping and recovering from Glastonbury, Gary did remember a few highlights
from Tour, namely Hoskins’ six and out at Minehead and Andrew Darley’s
spectacular batting incompetence (how could anyone forget that debacle?)
Stats were produced (slide
copied above), and he ended by thanking all who had made themselves available
for serial disappointments and consistent defeats. |
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Part IV – T20 Captain’s Report Russ’ first season in the T20
hotseat was a successful and enjoyable adventure and he delighted in reliving
some of those moments without a PowerPoint Presentation, a wholly old skool
affair and all the refreshing for it. We, the team, were amazingly successful
at home with Mr Hotson singled out as being both the most turnoutable and
proving an excellent understudy in Mr Turner’s absence.
Russ would also make mention
of Corne’s continued struggles with post codes and knowing where
the fuck he was supposed to be playing, and Thornton Smith for
converting bowling analysis of 0-17 against a Hendrick’s XI to 5-28. The team are thanked for
their enthusiastic contributions throughout the season. |
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Part V - Treasurer’s Report Mike Reeves PP presentation
was a brief and particular exercise in stating a proposed Tour to Brighton
could cripple the team both physically and financially, with a lovely diagram
below….
…there were continued monies
raised by the now controversial second club foray into the world literature ‘Never
at This Level’, a winning Tour bet by Hoskins, and of course the continued
sponsorship from Russ Turner’s printing company (shameless plug below) that
he has failed miserably to extricate himself from.
2020 shall see no raise in subs or match fees and
all is well in The MAD world (with Tour again mentioned as a concern). |
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Part VI - Fixtures and Tour for 2020 Prior to a sizeable drinks
break, Ian Howarth scaled down his PowerPoint presentation to the point where
there were hardly any details. In fact, it was so ambiguous as to be
pointless. We do know where we end however….
…more useful info was
gleaned about the Friendly Cup of which Howarth is now the apportioned
Competition Secretary. His first act was to revoke 30 years’ worth of history
and insist on additional game in July (thus making 4 games instead of 3).
This was to be achieved by once again tearing up history and dividing the
EIGHT participating clubs in two pools of FOUR. Round Robin games would
decide the eventual finalists from Pool A and Pool B and with no Jake Hotson
involved. Tour… and Jake took up the
baton by officially announcing via PPP that Brighton was the destination.
Working tirelessly when awake, Hotson had secured FOUR games spread out over
July 30 – August 2. This clashed perfectly with the Gay Pride weekend
and thus forcing the club into securing the Vine Street Studios for the cost
of bloody loads (Premier Inn and other cheaper accommodation all give over to
the hordes of celebrating revellers)…. One
notes the additional £600 damage deposit….
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Part VII - Committee Member Elections The election of MAD officers was historically always a
popular and integral part of the evening, with mass resignations, infighting
and coups against certain committee members that divided opinion. Now this
beige and distinctly tepid affair marks an excellent opportunity to head for
the bar, because nobody seems to have the bollocks
for a good insurrection. One minor tweak saw Vicki
Howarth resign from the maligned post of Social Secretary and Chris Williams
step into the breach on account of already organising a Sunday roast and
having fuck all else to do with his spare time.
Williams was also told to step up his workload in his capacity of Director of
Cricket – club wardrobe, reserve Fixtures guru etc etc. Lastly, Jake Hotson was
commended on his Vice T20 work for Russ Turner, so will have the title added
to his name.
Elected Committee Posts Chairman Matt Bullock - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. Fixtures
Secretary Ian Howarth - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. Treasurer Mike Reeves - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. Captain Gary Timms - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. T20
Captain Russ Turner - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. Vice
Captain(s) Jake Hotson and Co. - Jake steps in for T20s, Russ
Turner for Gary Timms (Sundays), Ian Howarth (Sundays) if nobody else. Director
of Cricket Chris Williams - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. * Non-Committee Posts Tour
Organiser(s) Jake Hotson - continues in his role and
is duly elected, unopposed. Fines
Chairman(s) Captain’s Choice - the role will be assigned
by the Skipper if he feels there is a need for fines to be levied. Social
Secretary Chris Williams - Vicki Howarth resigns,
Chris duly elected. |
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Part VIII - General Administration for Season 2020 Nothing much to report here
with Brasenose College continuing as our home cricket ground and Gosford
Community Centre (Kidlington) providing indoor facilities for nets. It is
intended to make small use of Oriel College’s ground after making contacts
with them. Nets confirmed by Russ to run
on Sundays from March 8, 15, 29 and April 5 (11:00 to 12:30). Players are encouraged to
umpire and score to the best of their abilities, with those unwilling or uneducated
in either of the roles encouraged to get
educated. Teas are to be arranged by the incumbent Skipper on the day. Player numbers are considered
okay, with the possibility of a returning John Harris and newbee
Scottish Tom. It is also hoped Chris Roberts makes a full return from injury
(shoulder).
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Part IX - FFTMCC Awards After yet another sizeable
delay whilst votes were tallied and summed, lost and
forged, the dubious winners of the various MAD trophies and awards were
announced as follows….
Mike Reeves can now finally stop moaning about being sawn off when it
comes to winning the Player of the Season award.
Roll of MAD Honours Player
of the Season Mike Reeves Most
Improved Player Joe Cartwright Clubman
of the Year Ian Howarth MAD
Fantasy Cricket Gary Timms Team ‘Matchstick
Men and Matchstalk Cats & Dogs’ Champagne
Moment Geoff Carter Remarkable first SIX for The MAD in match winning
knock (v Chittlehampton CC #500) MAD
Booker Prize Gary Timms “Geoff and You” (v Stogumber CC #498) MAD
Moment Chris Williams & Ben Walker CW: “Can I borrow your [OU pass] card again?” BW: [Hands Chris his cardigan] (v OUCCC #479) ‘Adrian
Fisher’ Performance Trophy Jan Webster Jan’s unbeaten 72* (95 balls) to chase down a big
total after early collapse (v Sydenham CC #485) ‘Mike
Ashley’ Sports Direct Prize (Lesser performances) Thornton Smith Wins a boundary “stash” for
his smoking and indifference on the field
Getting better with age: Geoff Carter |
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Part X – Fantasy Stuff Mr Hoskins’ recently updated
Fantasy Cricket was declared a total success, with most participants
bemoaning a lack of thought being put into their entries. Most thoughtful and
cunning proved to be Gary Timms with his fine team ‘Matchstick
Men and Matchstalk Cats & Dogs’ who walked away with the first prize of
£100. Geoff Carter (2nd), Mark
Rundle (3rd) and Russ Turner (4th) brought up the rear.
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Part XI - Any Other Business With the evening being
declared an unparalleled sporting success, Jan Webster was quick to make
haste and disappear with his evening’s winnings…. Oh, and lest I forget, the
team were quick to wish Russ Turner and his long suffering girlie (Fiona) all
the best after they finally got engaged!
Here’s
to a tremendous MAD season in 2020 and whatever joys and moaning it brings. |
