Upminster's 'A' side now know a win in their last game of the season, against Chadwell Heath, will see them retain their Division One status for next season.  They have had mixed fortunes in their last two games.  A few weeks back they were heavily beaten by a strong Ardleigh Green side who have since been crowned as champions.  However, in their latest game, against Hornchurch, the match ended in a thrilling tie, with both sides making 101 from their twelve overs and picking up 9 points each.  Rob White was the star of the show for Upminster, making 55 of his side's total.

The 'B' team look set for a mid table finish after their two latest games.  They fell to a defeat against Rainham in a tight, low scoring encounter and then narrowly lost to Ardleigh Green's 'B' side, going down by just 5 runs.  The 'B' team have two games remaining of their season.

Karim Govani's young 'C' team are still looking for their first win of the season after their games against Rainham 'B' and May and Baker.  Against Rainham they were chasing a huge total of 125 and came up just 15 runs short, while they were more convincingly beaten by May and Baker.  However, the many young players who have played in the side have shown great potential in the last few games, and will be hoping to record a victory in their last game of the season. 

After a two week break, training at Coopers School will resume this Thursday (11th March) from 7.30pm.

With the season moving closer, all members are encouraged to attend these sessions over the next few weeks.

Upminster Cricket Club is pleased to announce that in 2010 it will once again be taking part in the "Chance To Shine" scheme.

"Chance To Shine" is a project run by the Cricket Foundation to provide cricket coaching in State Schools, in areas around Cricket Clubs.  The Clubs organise and provide the coaching in the schools meaning more youngsters are given a chance to play the game, and Clubs can go into these schools and play a part in the local community.  This will be the third season that Upminster Cricket Club has been involved with this scheme.

Two of the Club's ECB Level Two coaches, Nicky Ison and Martin Davis, will be working in six local schools throughout the summer.  These schools are Hall Mead, Coopers Coborn, Branfil, Engayne, Upminster Junior and James Oglethorpe.  Upminster Cricket Club would like to thank everyone at the Cricket Foundation, and the Essex County Cricket Board for allowing us to take part in this project once again.

We are pleased to announce that in conjunction with our Main Sponsors, the Alishan Tandoori, two Pre Season Curry Lunches will take place at the home of our sponsors (in Station Road, Upminster) on the 11th and 18th April, for parents, players and families of our Colts Section.  

The 11th April will be for parents,families and players in the Under 11 sections and under.  The 18th April will be for parents, families and players in the Under 12 sections and above.

The price for this lunch will be £10 for adults and £7.50 for children. This price will include a starter, main course, rice or bread and a side dish (King Prawn dishes will require a supplement).  Drinks will be charged at normal prices, and all money will be paid on the day.  There will also be a raffle on the day, with some excellent prizes, and all proceeds from the raffle will go towards the New Nets Project at the Club.

Spaces for these lunches are limited to 68 places and you will need to reserve a spot in advance to secure your places.  If you fall into the category for the 11th April, please contact either Rob White, Matt Chapman or Kevin Heazel to reserve your places. If you fall into the category for the 18th April, please contact Rob White, Matt Chapman, Paul Middlemiss or Pete Williams to reserve your places.

This is a great chance for you to meet the Club's sponsors and sample their food, as well as raise some money for an important project at the Club, and catch up with everyone before the season starts.