Walmer CC. Second XI talk with Gra North and Mick StaplesWalmer CC. Second XI talk with Gra North and Mick Staples
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Gra North and Mick Staples discuss team selection, community support, and the joys of local cricket with Stuart Butler.
43:07•16 Jul 2022
Cricket and Community: Gra North and Mick Staples on Walmer CC's Second XI
“There should be no reason why second xi cricket should be less disciplined or less structured than the first xi.”
What does it take to build a strong cricket team in a local community? Stuart Butler dives into this question with Gra North and Mick Staples in this episode of 'Henry Weston's Old Mate'. Gra, a familiar voice on the podcast, and Mick, making his debut, bring their experiences from Walmer CC's Saturday second eleven and Mick's Sunday side.
They chat about the ups and downs of team selection, the importance of community support, and the pure joy of traveling for matches. The conversation also touches on the latest updates from England cricket, including thoughts on outgoing captain Owen Morgan. If you love cricket or are curious about the camaraderie it fosters in local communities, this episode is a must-listen.
Packed with genuine insights and a touch of humor, it's a refreshing take on the sport and its impact beyond the pitch.
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