The WDCU AGM will be held on Wednesday, 9 December at 7pm. Due to COVID-19 restrictions the meeting will be held by Zoom. Clubs are reminded that they are required to register their representative with the WDCU administrator no later than Monday 7 of December.
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It is with great sadness that I have to report the passing of Leslie Ingram-Brown and Arthur Pryde. Both men were stalwarts of the game in the west, and contributed hugely to their clubs over a long number of years. Both were avid spectators in their later years and were often seen at grounds throughout the west enjoying games. Our thoughts are with their families at this sad time.
Iain Kennedy
WDCU Administrator
Please see below information on a survey being carried out by the Scottish Government. I would strongly urge all clubs to complete it where possible.
The Scottish Government Health and Sport Committee is looking into the impact of COVID-19 on sport in the community. They have launched an online survey to be completed by sporting organisations, sports clubs and venues to inform the committee about the impact COVID-19 has had on the: ability of sporting organisations to provide community based activities and initiatives; the financial impact; and the potential long term impact. The survey can be found here and the deadline for return is Friday 7 December.
Iain Kennedy
WDCU Administrator
Please see most recent update from Cricket Scotland that has been sent to all clubs. The guidance comes into effect later today.
“Following yesterday’s announcement by the Scottish Government, additional guidance has been issued on the Cricket Scotland website here.
“The main updates concern competition and travel as follows:
“Competition
- Level 0 to 2: Competition is permitted between a maximum of two clubs at any one time subject to travel restrictions and the specific venue regulations on maximum numbers
- Level 3: Competition is permitted between a maximum number of two clubs at any one time for under 18s only, subject to travel restrictions and the specific venue regulations on maximum numbers
- Level 4: No competition is permitted indoor
“Coaching
- Level 0 to 2: Coaching is permitted
- Level 3: One to one coaching is permitted for Adults (maximum of two people). Coaches may travel outside their local area to coach one to one with someone based in another local area. Group coaching for under 18s is permitted indoor and outdoor.
- Level 4: No indoor coaching is permitted. Coaching outdoors is permitted
“Please also remember for areas that have moved in Level 4, no indoor cricket is permitted. Outdoor organised cricket activity is still permitted subject to physical distancing and with a maximum of 30 in total.”
Today Cricket Scotland received clarification from sportscotland of the new tiered local area protection levels and how this impacts cricket activity. A new guidance document has been published on the Cricket Scotland COVID website here and I have attached a grid which explains the impact to adult and under 18 cricket activity dependent on the local area protection level. Please direct any questions on the new guidance, by email, to: general@cricketscotland.com
The above grant aid is now available to cricket clubs with licensed premises. Please see link below for the information.
https://www.gov.scot/news/hardship-grants-open-to-licensed-sports-and-social-clubs/
Iain Kennedy
WDCU Administrator
It is with sadness that I inform you of the passing of Gordon Blackwood. A former member of Lennox CC in the 1960s and 1970s, Gordon umpired with his friend Tom McCara for many years in the Glasgow League and was described by Derek Neil from Irvine CC as “A true friend of cricket in the west”. Our thoughts are with his family at this time.
A terrific effort!
Walkers from Prestwick Cricket Club covered a total of 1,117 miles on behalf of the Brain Tumour Charity raising in the process £3,000 with hopefully a top up to take it to £4,000. Prestwick CC thank everyone of their members who participated, and especially all clubs, members and people who donated to this cause.
Please see below the most recent update from Cricket Scotland.
“Following yesterday’s Scottish Government announcement, Cricket Scotland has engaged with sportscotland to determine any changes required to our current guidance.
“We are pleased to announce that outdoor cricket guidance has not been affected by yesterday’s announcement and the guidance issued on 24th August remains current.
“Cricket Scotland plans to issue guidance for indoor activity in the near future. Indoor activity is more complicated, particularly in terms of group numbers permitted to play as this will vary and will be dependent on the type and size of the indoor facility.
“Thank you for your patience and please continue to enjoy cricket activity whilst staying safe.”
Iain Kennedy, WDCU Administrator
Please see a final note below from Tim on his departure from the role of West Regional Participation Manager. The WDCU thank Tim for his commitment to the role for the last nine years and wish him every success the future. Please note Tim’s new contact details.
“It is with very heavy heart that I am getting in contact to inform you that I am leaving Cricket Scotland, after nine years – with my post being made redundant, as part of Cricket Scotland’s Reset Plan. I will be leaving as soon as my time on the Furlough Scheme ends, at the start of September.
“Please could you remove timhart@cricketscotland.com and my work number (07825-172346) from your contact lists – and add Head of Development Nicola Wilson (nicolawilson@cricketscotland.com and 07891-408915) as your new first point of contact for Cricket Scotland.
“I remain involved in sport as a volunteer at my local club – and I am continuing in my role as a coach within the Western Warriors Youth set up. My updated contact details are timhart@btinternet.com and 07753-987286.
“I have always felt a great sense of pride to work for Cricket Scotland – and I would like to thank all of you for your support of me, of cricket and of Cricket Scotland during my time with the organisation.”