Club reaches 150 not out

ON a misty and dank day last Saturday afternoon at Grove Lane, Hockley Heath Cricket Club entertained Henley CC in commemoration of the first recorded game played by the home club back in 1874, reports Dave Bullivant.

That original contest was won by Henley who scored 55 and then bowled Hockley out for just 33. Just to emphasise their superiority, they then allowed Hockley to bat again. They did slightly better the second time around — they were out for 34.

Seeking revenge 150 years later, Hockley Heath batted first in a 35 overs a side game. They were led by Chris Freeman while Henley were captained by Peter Johnson.