Fakenham under 15s lost in the semi final against Great Melton on Monday...after winning the toss and putting Gt Melton in to bat.. it soon became apparent that they had some good batsmen! Fakenham fielders were soon on the defensive against some big hitting from V Sharma 86* and J Wilson 45...ironically after some poor fielding in previous games Fakenham threw themselves about in the field...unfortunatley our bowlers struggled against some good batting from Gt Melton.... it did not help that Wills could not bowl due to an injury. The only wicket we manaaged to take was a run out...Still with a total of 160 on a pitch with short boundaries we thought the the target was achievable. However after losing quick early wickets Wills was left with too much to do on his own but battled through with a creditable 32... Great Melton knew they had the game in the bag and gave some of their other lesser players a bowl...adding a little insult to injury! However....and here comes my gripe! mentioning no names! I overheard comments from (spectators) regarding the game...and the way it was played...These lads have been exeptional this season and reaching the semi final was a great achievement...all players have given their all... and I am very proud of each and every one of them....as manager i try to pick the best side i can...and if i have to use players from other age groups to fill in ... i pick on ability..but also on dedication and enthusiasm...
I would like to thank Steve Earl and Johny Sadler for their invaluable contribution and support this season.
Under 15s lose in Semi final
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