Emma Garrett with Jeremy Laws from sponsors Gaby Hardwicke
Lashings and the College 1st XI teams
Junior coaching
Applause all round at the lunch
The match in progress
Cricket: Lashings World XI O n Sunday 2 June we welcomed the Lashings World XI for a sun- filled day of cricket on College auction prizes were eagerly won and gratefully received, with all proceeds going towards supporting Lashings’ charities and the College. One lucky individual’s dreams of winning a top prize in the raffle came true, winning a holiday in Jamaica.
OeCC Fixtures
OE cricket week starts this year on Speech Day, Saturday 28 June, when the OECC take on a variety of opponents. Here is the full list of fixtures for the week; all matches are on College Field: Sun 8 June Cricketer Cup v. Old Hurst Johnians, Hurstpierpoint College
Field, when they took on the College 1st XI. The vibrant atmosphere was set by the melodic tunes of the College Jazz Band, creating a perfect backdrop as guests enjoyed refreshing Pimm’s and soaked in the warm sunshine. Before the match, there was an opportunity for some junior coaching by members of the Lashings team, much appreciated by the youngsters who took part. The star-studded line-up from Lashings included the iconic Henry Blofeld, whose presence added a touch of cricketing glamour to the occasion. Attendees were not only treated to a delectable lunch pre- pared by the College but also entertained by the humorous cricket tales shared by Geoff Millar which made the room echo with laughter. The generosity of attendees shone through as numerous live and silent
The event ended with a thrilling match. The College managed to bowl Lashings out for 123 but it wasn’t enough for the pros who took the win in the end. A ster- ling effort from the College 1st XI. Henry Blofeld commented that it was the first time the Lashings have been bowled out for a long time. It was a special day filled with music, laughter, generosity, and, most impor- tantly, a shared love for the sport of cricket. We extend our sincerest gratitude to our headline sponsors, Gaby Hardwicke, for their invaluable support towards this event. Special thanks to Jeremy Laws, Managing Partner at Gaby Hardwicke, for spearheading this collaboration with us.
Sat 28 June v. College 1st XI Sun 29 June v. Stags CC Mon 30 Jun v. London New Zealand CC Wed 2 July v. East Dean & Friston CC
Check the Eastbournian Society website for timings and more details – spectators are very welcome!
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