Tuesday 21 October 2014

Presentation and AGM evenings

As we move quickly into the winter months there’s sadly no more outdoor cricket, but, before the 2014 season is formally concluded there are a couple of important club events that require the support of the membership.

First, on Saturday, 8 November the club will be holding its Annual Presentation Evening. This event covers both the junior and adult sections of the club and will be a chance to celebrate our team and personal successes this year. The highlight of the season was the Sunday 1st XI winning Kent Village League Division 6, their second consecutive title, losing only 1 game in the league. The Saturday 1st XI also lost only one league game all season but ultimately finishing 2nd in the league.

The Saturday 2nd XI had their best season for a few years winning 8 of 17 games played to finish a creditable 5th in the league. The Sunday 2nd XI succeeded in introducing a few more new kids to the block and together with a few diehards, and dads, they managed to pick up three wins in the season. Our junior sides picked up their share of wins too, so overall we can be really pleased with our performance right across the club.  

The presentation is a chance to celebrate this and catch up with friends you might not have seen since those warm September days. The presentation details are: Saturday 8 November. 19:30 Aylesford Village Club (57 Rochester Rd Aylesford ME207BS). This is the location we have used for the last couple of years and you’ll remember that we will be in the hall at the back, with parking accessible down the very narrow alley to the side. 

There will be a buffet and a small charge to cover the cost. Among the trophies to be presented are the Batsman and Bowler of the year for each of the teams, Clubman of the Year and the various other achievement awards. Based on previous experience, it will be a fun night. 


The final piece of business for the club will be the Annual General Meeting. This will take place on Thursday 13 November at 20:00, and will be held at the pavilion. All paid up adult members are invited to attend and make their voice heard. 

2014 has been a momentous year for the club with the construction of the new changing facilities and there will be plenty of information on that project and the work that needs still needs to be put in to finish it off. 

There will also be the usual reports from club officers so you can see what’s going on. The last thing will be the election of the new committee to take the club forward in 2015. If you are interested in standing for election for one of the roles (listed on the web site), please contact the club via hbbhcc@hotmail.com. In any event you’ll get to vote on those who do and remember “decisions are made by those who show up”. This is your chance to have some input to the running of the club.

Make a note in your diaries for each event - we look forward to seeing you there!