Essendon off to winning start in league

Sat 10th May 2008
Essendon V Roding Valley (League)
After being put into bat, Essendon posted 240-9 off 45 overs thanks largley to a third wicket partnership of 152 between Rob Meekons (116) and Ian Venables (50). Roding Valley started well but lost wickets regularly with Lippiatt and Kelly both taking two wickets. With the other bowlers chipping in with wickets and a smart run out by Dave Chamberlin a win was ensured for Essendon as Roding Valley were all out for 188.


Sun 11th May 2008
Essendon V Harpendon Cavaliers (Friendly)
A very poor batting performance by Essendon saw them all out for just 111 with only Dave Chamberlin(40) looking comfortable. The Cavaliers lost a wicket in the first over but went on to reach their target in 20 overs (112-4).