News Archive 2005

Friday 16th Decemeber 2005 : Tracing former players.
We are trying to build up a database of former players and 'hangers on' who have graced the hallowed turf at the home of cricket in Edinburgh, 'Raeburn Place'. If you have a connection with the mighty EACC, poss' a former player, reformed drinker or 'supporter' then please get in touch and receive the latest news from the most sociable cricket club in Edinburgh. A trawl of most of the young offender institutes has already found a number former players so get in touch. Contact . The whereabouts of the former 'players ' from seasons 1994-2000 are eagerly sought.

Steven Spoljaric - The 'talented one' has been in touch by Email advising that he is great as he hits 111 v Prahran in the recent 1st Grade match. Ever the enigmatic genius, he followed up with scores of 8, 16 & 1, including being bowled by a 'Mr Fekete' - how appropriate. Good to see the 'talented one' is in the 'Zone'. (see link on Wednesday 7th December's 'Spoljaric Watch' update below).

Harry Paton - has decided to become the 'unofficial' recruitment officer for EACC whilst down under and is currently tempting a variety of social misfits to come and play at the home of cricket in Edinburgh next season. Everyone is interested to see what you bring back with you Harry.

David 'Chopper' Law - rumours circulating that he is leaving 'Oz are true. Allegedly he will be leaving this Xmas and will be back in time (or so he claims) to see Liverpool clinch the Premiership title & retain the Champions League. Oh and he may well be back at the Accies for the start of the 2006 season. Numerous umpires have resigned on hearing the news and the Scottish Umpires Association have sought an injunction against Chopper returning to Edinburgh. Watch this space...

Harry Paton - A reliable source has informed us that HP has continued his fine form whilst 'wintering' down under. Under the careful tutelage of S. Spoljaric HP is managing to oversleep for his games in Melbourne. Congrat's on your consistency Harry, true Accie decorum.

Darren 'Herbie' Herbert - Former Pro from 1997 has been in contact and is alive & well, somewhere in NSW (?). A full report on his '1997 Edinburgh Summer of Cricket' and his thoughts of EACC and the Edinburgh 'experience' to follow.

Don Mclay - Legend. He's bad, slightly mad, he's in gainful employment and he's back with another fascinating article about life, the universe and being an Aussie now that Engeeerrrland have regained the Ashes. Expect a biting, satirical and (hopefully this time) humorous account of what life is like after losing the Ashes and having Chopper in close vicinity reminding him over & over & over & over again. Article will be here soon (I'm told).

Wednesday 7th December 2005 : 'Spoljaric Watch'.
Catch up on how the Accies former Pro' - 'the talented one' is performing in the Melbourne big league back home. To see the results connect to the club website southmelb.cricketvictoria.com.au. David 'Youth policy' Black also sends 4 'stunning pictures' of 'the talented one' after his recent sojourn to Melbourne - please see Gallery. Apparently Spolly is the one in red cap & whites and is fielding. Brilliant David, you should be a professional sports photographer.

We are especially keen to hear from fast and deadly quick bowlers, hard hitting (& drinking) batsmen (openers, middle order or rabbits), spin bowlers with more guile & cunning than a fox and wicket keeper / batsmen who are prepared to shout at everyone for 40/50 overs. Social & Serious cricket available at home of cricket in Edinburgh! To all of those who've contacted me recently, many thanks. For those thinking of playing cricket for an extremely sociable club in the centre of Edinburgh, look no further. Go on, you know you want to - contact or 07799 343385.

For 10 reasons why you should play cricket for Edinburgh Accies at 'Fortress Raeburn Place - The Home of Cricket' please click here. For 10 things you must avoid at all costs having joined the Accies please click here.

Thankfully the 2nd XI seems to be going from strength to strength with 'Baron's Army' on the march will three straight wins. Please see match reports attached; Trinity Academicals, Dalgety Bay & Falkland. The 2nd XI has included some legendary players recently 'tempted' to turn out by the persuasive President. Many could quite easily grace the 1st XI if it wasn't for their current restraining orders being in place. Good to see Mr Geoff Mawdsley, Mr Andrew 'I'm not dead just living in London' Rhodes & a true dual Accies athlete, Mr Brian Hay-Smith turning out for the 2nds. All former player are always welcome. Again, please feel free to read all of the reports and if you have any comments, please contact us on the website details noted.