And so it begins...the predictable loss # 1 was far from unexpected. With the First XI players not attending practice and the batting scores steadily declining with each game...the latest losing tally of 81 runs was inevitable. What happens next is anyone's guess. Will the Titan's recover or will they continue to stumble.
Please notice the AGAIN AGAIN text in this blog...we need to learn from our mistakes and try to improve guys.
Let's start from the top down...team leaders/ veterans first.
Paul - 8.5 (2.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Fielding was OK. Bowled economically and picked up three timely wickets..with four catches that went begging. Coming not out was predictable.
Tanmay - 4.0 (1.5 batting, 1.5 fielding, 0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Got a rough decision batting. Fielding was a bit slow as he did not get to one early that was in the air for a while. Bowling went for 9 an over with no wickets. A less than ordinary day for the Vice but pciks up the 1.0 discretionary point for playing hurt.
Tiki - 6.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Batting was poor application AGAIN. Keeping was GREAT . Loses a discretionary point for his batting woes...three innings in a row now without real runs.
Wazza - 6.0 (1.0 batting, 3.0 fielding, 2.0 bowling, 0 discretionary)
Did some hard work at the crease batting to get to double figures and AGAIN gave it away. Fielding was great. Bowling was a bit off as the batsman hit out a bit more than usual and ended with 2 wickets but over 7 economy. No discretionary points earned as the poor batting display is becoming a habit.
Chuck - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
One run from our most decorated batsman...AGAIN a crap score. Fielding was good but he dropped a tough one. Picks up the one less discretionary point for his turning up AGAIN with no practice and no apparent remedy for his batting woes.
Dalip - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Did nothing of mention on the day...2/5 successes with the bat though is still slightly better than last years 1/3 ratio. He needs to stay focused and hit back for us at the top in upcoming games.
Umair - 8.0 (2.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Double figures AGAIN this time top scoring though with 20. Fielding was OK. Loses a discretionary point for not carrying his bat a bit further..past the 50 mark after getting a start AGAIN, but on the day easily our best batsman.
Atif - 7.5 (2.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Finally got some runs but gave it away after getting a start. He should have realized that a longer partnership with the skipper could have been match winning.
Bala - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Lost his wicket too suddenly AGAIN to a yorker AGAIN. Fielding was good. Loses a full discretionary point for not sticking on a bit longer in the middle as was needed...AGAIN.
Rakesh - 3.5 (.5 batting, 0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Looked good for his 8 runs but once AGAIN flattered to deceive with the bat. Fielding match losing variety with a straight forward catch dropped and later one landing less than 15 feet away not even attempted nor judged properly.
Gowtham - 4.5 (0 batting, 1.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
His fielding was still a touch slow. Batting was a huge disappointment after all the talk he inspired to be picked on his batting improvement. Nowhere near ready for game day...lots of issues both physical and mental to work through with this youth, but he still has the potential to turn that around...but when is the question.
Akhil R decent job sub fielding for Wazza.
Walt, Uvin & Dilly great job with the scoring and team support!
Coach - Thanks for the meaningful comments after the match.
4-1...is a very misleading record. The way we have batted for the last 3-4 games we could easily be 1-4.
Next game is this week versus India United at our Miramar Regional - North ground.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Monday, June 8, 2009
Game 4 versus Miami Cricket Club
Another character win against a terrible team with clearly no regard for sportsmanship or respect for the opposition or umpire. To defend 115 was simply incredible considering Tanmay was out with injury. Having to defend 115 was simply ridiculous.
Please notice the AGAIN AGAIN text in this blog...we need to learn from our mistakes and try to improve guys.
Let's start from the top down...team leaders/ veterans first.
Paul - 7.0 (.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Fielding was good. Bowled economically and picked up three timely wickets. LBW decision was a bit sketchy as it hit him on the thigh...again the last man out.
Tiki - 7.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Batting was poor application after all the discussions about that pitch. Keeping was GREAT with only one of four stumpings given. Full discretionary for his efforts throughout.
Wazza - 8.5 (1.5 batting, 3.0 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Did some hard work at the crease batting. Fielding was solid. Bowling was superb picking up 3-19 in nine overs. Picks up a 1.0 on discretionary for being the bowling spearhead AGAIN.
Chuck - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 2.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Golden duck. Fielding was ok. Bowling was par. Picks up the full discretionary points for his presence in the field.
Dalip - 9.0 (2.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Man of the match this week again top scoring for the team on a tough batting track. He dropped a couple half chances but took a blinder and initiated a run-out. Probably his best effort in the field for Titans thus far.
Umair - 6.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Bowled cheaply...was his way of thanking us all for promoting him into the Top 5. Fielding was good and he was in it to win it.
Atif - 3.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bad technique led to another marginally bad decision given by umpire...bad reaction AGAIN...he needs to learn to COOL DOWN. Fielding was good. Bowling was off target. We need more from such a talented player.
Bala - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Lost his wicket too suddenly AGAIN. Fielding was good. Loses full discretionary point for not sticking on a bit longer in the middle as was needed...AGAIN.
Rakesh - 5.0 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 1.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bowled playing back to an off-spinner on a suspect track...enough said. Looked sharp in the field. Bowling was starting to shape up a bit. He looked rusty and needs to practice badly over the next two weeks.
Akhil V. - 9.0 (2.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Coming not out...is a thing I'd like to see our youth do more off when batting. He looked good in the field and seemed prepared to give me a bowling option if needed.
Dilly - 7.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
His fielding was on a different level with a great catch at deep square leg. Batting was a disappointment though. He seems like a fearless/ hustle fielder and I like that.
Walt...great job on the BBQ...we hope your skills there will translate on the field one day soon.
Uvin & Gowtham great job with the scoring and team support!
Coach - You are our lucky charm...with you on the sidelines anything becomes possible.
Enough character games...let's look to be clinical and professional from here on in...frankly I prefer that.
43-0 & undefeated...yet still we continue to not play up to our potential.
Next game is in two weeks versus Lauderhill Jammers at our home ground.
Please notice the AGAIN AGAIN text in this blog...we need to learn from our mistakes and try to improve guys.
Let's start from the top down...team leaders/ veterans first.
Paul - 7.0 (.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Fielding was good. Bowled economically and picked up three timely wickets. LBW decision was a bit sketchy as it hit him on the thigh...again the last man out.
Tiki - 7.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Batting was poor application after all the discussions about that pitch. Keeping was GREAT with only one of four stumpings given. Full discretionary for his efforts throughout.
Wazza - 8.5 (1.5 batting, 3.0 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Did some hard work at the crease batting. Fielding was solid. Bowling was superb picking up 3-19 in nine overs. Picks up a 1.0 on discretionary for being the bowling spearhead AGAIN.
Chuck - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 2.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Golden duck. Fielding was ok. Bowling was par. Picks up the full discretionary points for his presence in the field.
Dalip - 9.0 (2.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Man of the match this week again top scoring for the team on a tough batting track. He dropped a couple half chances but took a blinder and initiated a run-out. Probably his best effort in the field for Titans thus far.
Umair - 6.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Bowled cheaply...was his way of thanking us all for promoting him into the Top 5. Fielding was good and he was in it to win it.
Atif - 3.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bad technique led to another marginally bad decision given by umpire...bad reaction AGAIN...he needs to learn to COOL DOWN. Fielding was good. Bowling was off target. We need more from such a talented player.
Bala - 5.5 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Lost his wicket too suddenly AGAIN. Fielding was good. Loses full discretionary point for not sticking on a bit longer in the middle as was needed...AGAIN.
Rakesh - 5.0 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 1.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bowled playing back to an off-spinner on a suspect track...enough said. Looked sharp in the field. Bowling was starting to shape up a bit. He looked rusty and needs to practice badly over the next two weeks.
Akhil V. - 9.0 (2.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Coming not out...is a thing I'd like to see our youth do more off when batting. He looked good in the field and seemed prepared to give me a bowling option if needed.
Dilly - 7.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
His fielding was on a different level with a great catch at deep square leg. Batting was a disappointment though. He seems like a fearless/ hustle fielder and I like that.
Walt...great job on the BBQ...we hope your skills there will translate on the field one day soon.
Uvin & Gowtham great job with the scoring and team support!
Coach - You are our lucky charm...with you on the sidelines anything becomes possible.
Enough character games...let's look to be clinical and professional from here on in...frankly I prefer that.
43-0 & undefeated...yet still we continue to not play up to our potential.
Next game is in two weeks versus Lauderhill Jammers at our home ground.
Monday, June 1, 2009
Game 3 versus Southshore
A win that showed a lot of character...simply put. To defend 140 in a 20/20 is a challenge much less a 45 over contest. Hats off to the bowlers and the fielders...we left it all on the field and left with all the hardware (trophies).
Let's start from the top down...team leaders/ veterans first.
Paul - 7.0 (1.5 batting, 2.0 fielding, 2.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Fielding was slow and tired, but did not get tested too much luckily. Bowled economically and picked up two wickets, but it could be better. Run out with eight overs left to bat left us 20 runs short of a reasonable score.
Tanmay - 6.5 (0.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, 2.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Batting was sketchy. Bowled brilliant & miserly..unlucky to not get a few more wickets. Fielded as we know he can and motivated others well. Players should take note of his never say die attitude...it's contagious.
Tiki - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Batting innings was his first disappointment of the season. Keeping was pretty good, but missed a few tough chances. Full discretionary for his consistent leading from the front on energy and will to win.
Wazza - 7.5 (0.5 batting, 3.0 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Co-Man of the Match honors. Did the hard work to get some time at the crease batting and then gave it away foolishly. Fielding was solid. Bowling was incredibly effective as he decided to cut down his pace and executed the plan to full effect picking up 4 wickets. Picks up a 1.0 on discretionary for his great field presence in the win.
Chuck - 5.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, 1.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Yorked like a school boy. Fielding was GREAT earning him Co-Man of the Match honors including that controversial catch. Bowling was sub par. Picks up the full discretionary points for his remarkable display in the field - catching and ground fielding.
Dalip - 5.5 (2.5 batting, 0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Got a 50...exactly 50, but the only batsman for both teams to do the trick. Dropped a crucial catch and looked like he was heading for the principal's office the rest of the time...slow and passive. Not his best day, but he clearly illustrated the value of an unorthodox aggressive bat at the top of the order.
Umair - 8.5 (2.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Got a start (27 runs) then decided to ever so gently hit wicket. Fielding was good. He is the real surprise of the off-season and regular season so far...a shoe in for most improved player award if he can keep it up.
Atif - 7.5 (1.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bad decision given by umpire...bad reaction by player...enough said. Fielding was good as he hustled throughout and took a crucial catch. Bowling was simply brilliant in his second spell and he thoroughly deserved the winning wickets. A good day at the office for Atif.
Bala - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.5 discretionary)
Lost his wicket too suddenly AGAIN. Fielding was good. Loses half a discretionary point for not sticking on a bit longer in the middle as was needed.
Akhil R. - 3.0 (0 batting, 0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Running out the Captain due to a non-call...is a sure recipe for a short Titans career. Two dropped crucial sitters of catches has ensured he will get some time to ride the bench and rue his missed opportunities. Minimum discretionary points for appearing like a deer in the headlights throughout the game...wake up kid...yes you were playing for Titans XI...not south bombay preschool B team 3rd division...and no it was not nap time.
Akhil V. - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
As Jake would say...he was "in it to win it". Good energy throughout...not what we wanted from him with the bat though...getting bowled thanks to not knowing the rules. Yes you can kick the ball out after you play it...don't watch it hit slowly roll and hit your stumps. In fact, had I known you had no intention of kicking it out...I would have had time to run down and do the deed for you myself. Once again I say WE NEED BETTER EFFORTS FROM OUR YOUTH PLAYERS.
Walt nice fielding while subbing for the last session...and good overall support for the team.
Uvin great job with the scoring and team support!
Coach - 10.0 - your presence was felt throughout...you make us work harder and want to be better in everything we do. We are lucky to have you with us!
A good test of character that was. Have a beer and celebrate, but first say a prayer and thank God for keeping us undefeated and parting the clouds for bright sunshine after the rain shower.
3-0 & undefeated...what a nice start...yet still we continue to not play up to our potential.
Next game is this Sunday but who and where is still TBD.
Let's start from the top down...team leaders/ veterans first.
Paul - 7.0 (1.5 batting, 2.0 fielding, 2.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Fielding was slow and tired, but did not get tested too much luckily. Bowled economically and picked up two wickets, but it could be better. Run out with eight overs left to bat left us 20 runs short of a reasonable score.
Tanmay - 6.5 (0.5 batting, 2.5 fielding, 2.5 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Batting was sketchy. Bowled brilliant & miserly..unlucky to not get a few more wickets. Fielded as we know he can and motivated others well. Players should take note of his never say die attitude...it's contagious.
Tiki - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Batting innings was his first disappointment of the season. Keeping was pretty good, but missed a few tough chances. Full discretionary for his consistent leading from the front on energy and will to win.
Wazza - 7.5 (0.5 batting, 3.0 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Co-Man of the Match honors. Did the hard work to get some time at the crease batting and then gave it away foolishly. Fielding was solid. Bowling was incredibly effective as he decided to cut down his pace and executed the plan to full effect picking up 4 wickets. Picks up a 1.0 on discretionary for his great field presence in the win.
Chuck - 5.0 (0 batting, 3.0 fielding, 1.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Yorked like a school boy. Fielding was GREAT earning him Co-Man of the Match honors including that controversial catch. Bowling was sub par. Picks up the full discretionary points for his remarkable display in the field - catching and ground fielding.
Dalip - 5.5 (2.5 batting, 0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Got a 50...exactly 50, but the only batsman for both teams to do the trick. Dropped a crucial catch and looked like he was heading for the principal's office the rest of the time...slow and passive. Not his best day, but he clearly illustrated the value of an unorthodox aggressive bat at the top of the order.
Umair - 8.5 (2.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
Got a start (27 runs) then decided to ever so gently hit wicket. Fielding was good. He is the real surprise of the off-season and regular season so far...a shoe in for most improved player award if he can keep it up.
Atif - 7.5 (1.0 batting, 2.5 fielding, 3.0 bowling, 1.0 discretionary)
Bad decision given by umpire...bad reaction by player...enough said. Fielding was good as he hustled throughout and took a crucial catch. Bowling was simply brilliant in his second spell and he thoroughly deserved the winning wickets. A good day at the office for Atif.
Bala - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.5 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.5 discretionary)
Lost his wicket too suddenly AGAIN. Fielding was good. Loses half a discretionary point for not sticking on a bit longer in the middle as was needed.
Akhil R. - 3.0 (0 batting, 0 fielding, n/a bowling, 3.0 discretionary)
Running out the Captain due to a non-call...is a sure recipe for a short Titans career. Two dropped crucial sitters of catches has ensured he will get some time to ride the bench and rue his missed opportunities. Minimum discretionary points for appearing like a deer in the headlights throughout the game...wake up kid...yes you were playing for Titans XI...not south bombay preschool B team 3rd division...and no it was not nap time.
Akhil V. - 6.0 (0 batting, 2.0 fielding, n/a bowling, 4.0 discretionary)
As Jake would say...he was "in it to win it". Good energy throughout...not what we wanted from him with the bat though...getting bowled thanks to not knowing the rules. Yes you can kick the ball out after you play it...don't watch it hit slowly roll and hit your stumps. In fact, had I known you had no intention of kicking it out...I would have had time to run down and do the deed for you myself. Once again I say WE NEED BETTER EFFORTS FROM OUR YOUTH PLAYERS.
Walt nice fielding while subbing for the last session...and good overall support for the team.
Uvin great job with the scoring and team support!
Coach - 10.0 - your presence was felt throughout...you make us work harder and want to be better in everything we do. We are lucky to have you with us!
A good test of character that was. Have a beer and celebrate, but first say a prayer and thank God for keeping us undefeated and parting the clouds for bright sunshine after the rain shower.
3-0 & undefeated...what a nice start...yet still we continue to not play up to our potential.
Next game is this Sunday but who and where is still TBD.
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