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SUSSEX W.C.A. 2003

Chairman                                              President                            Secretary
Ruth Prideaux                                    Shirley Hodges                      Charlotte Burton
01323 728456                                                                                    01273 461605

Treasurer                                                                                       Public Relations
Laurie Walker                                                                               Andrew England
01424 845765                                                                              01273 736748

Sussex C.C.C                                                                                Junior Organiser
Representative                                                                                & Fixtures
Andrew Winstone                                                                          Charlotte Burton
01273 827115                                                                               01273 461605

Women's cricket in Sussex had another fantastic season, both at county and club level. The team spirit among all the age groups and all the hard work the players put in was tremendous and it showed with many of our players being picked to compete at a higher level. Clare Connor, Mandie Godliman and Caroline Atkins represented England during the summer against India and New Zealand, and our very own overseas player Haidee Tiffen played for New Zealand. Clare, Mandie and Haidee are playing at international level throughout the winter in Australia and New Zealand, we wish them all success.
At England under 19 level Alexia Walker and Kate Oakenfold played in the European cup held in Ireland in 2002 and over the winter they were joined by Rosalie Birch to tour Australia.
Kate Oakenfold and Rosalie Birch joined the boys for the first time in the ECB/Sussex academy where they improved on all aspects of their game. Rosalie has been asked back to take part in the academy for 2003.

The Sussex seniors enjoyed one of their best seasons in 2002. They were promoted to division one in the county championship the year before and in 2002 came third in the division winning some very tough matches.

Sussex under 19's reached the County championship final for the eighth year running, but were unfortunate to lose to their old rivals, Yorkshire.

Sussex under 17's had a very good season, coming third in league of the county championship.
An under 15 side played at the Ampleforth and Lords Wandsworth tournament and reached the final of the Ampleforth tournament only losing to Kent by 8 wickets.

Sussex under 13's had an excellent season, they entered into a league for the first time and did well, improving as the season went on. The under 13's had the most success winning the Oundle eight-a-side tournament.

At club level Brighton & Hove L.C.C first team had another successful season, coming second in the south premier league, and winning the National cup, beating Wakefield in the final. Brighton's second team and Horsham had another good season in the third division.

The 2003 season looks very promising for Sussex. A trials day was held for new players at the end of 2002 and there were over 30 players turned up, which is very exciting for Sussex. Also there are now seven new clubs up and running in Sussex.
2003 sees the second year running for the super 4's competition, where last season eight players from Sussex were picked to take part. We wish all the players and the new clubs all the best for the season.

Sussex W.C.A are always on the lookout for new players. If you are aware of any promising cricketers then please contact me, Charlotte Burton, Junior Organiser, Sussex W.C.A, at 20, The Curlews, Shoreham-By-Sea, West Sussex, BN43 5UQ.

England Senior Squad
Clare Connor (Brighton & Hove)
Caroline Atkins (Brighton & Hove)
Mandie Godliman (Redoubtables)

England Development Squad
Rosalie Birch (Brighton & Hove)
Kate Oakenfold (Brighton & Hove)
Alexia Walker (Brighton & Hove)

South of England Development Squad
Holly Colvin (Middleton C.C)
Laura Marsh (Brighton & Hove)
Charlotte Russell (Brighton & Hove)
Sarah Taylor (Brighton & Hove)

England Super 4's
Clare Connor (Brighton & Hove)
Caroline Atkins (Brighton & Hove)
Rosalie Birch (Brighton & Hove)
Mandie Godliman (Redoubtables)
Kate Oakenfold (Brighton & Hove)
Alexia Walker (Brighton & Hove)

Friends of Sussex W.C.A
We received a number of grants and donations in 2002 from people and organisations interested in the future of Sussex W.C.A and we would like to thank the following friends:
Sussex cricket Board Sport for All
If you wish to help Sussex W.C.A in 2002 please send your contribution to:
Laurence Walker, 1 Kites Nest Walk, Bexhill-On-Sea, East Sussex, TN39 4JX.
Cheques should be made payable to "Sussex W.C.A".

Match fees, which to some extent cover pitch hire, teas and match ball will be £3.

English Cricket Board Headquarters: Lisa Drummond Tel: 020 7432 1273
Gill McConway Tel: 020 7432 1200

Helmets

Helmets must be worn by all players under 18 when batting and keeping wicket "standing up". This recommendation will be strictly enforced in Sussex W.C.A.

Want To Play Women's Cricket

Brighton & Hove L.C.C Tel: 01273 330414
Alison Bruce

Horsham L.C.C Tel: 01403 242018
Jan Barns

Chiddingly L.C.C Tel: 01825 87932
Emma Lofthouse

Cuckfield L.C.C Tel: 01273 491368
Jules Middleton

Hastings L.C.C Tel: 01424 717122
Sandra D'Warte

Bells Yew Green Tel: 01892 825536
Linda Bowen

Chichester L.C.C Tel: 01243 530040
Jill Drake

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