Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 1st Team
Good win 15 7 for 1st team tonight against 3rd bottom Whitecraig Rugby. Should keep us in 3rd but with Giffnock closing in and playing Whitecraigs tennis tonight the gap may be reduced.
In order, top down:
At 1 Doug beat Colin 3 0 in a strangely niggly match from 2 nice guys . Sounds a little bit metrosexual that. Didnt see much of the game as I arrived late but looked like the “Hamburger” was in control. Both seemed to think the other was fishing etc but all in all a straightforward victory I think. And they had a make up cuddle afterwards.
At 2, DC fresh from setting up his new David Craig Tiling facebook page (I hope its as good for checking out woman that fall into the absolute belter category as his own fb page is) had a great 3 1 win against Jim Cross. Always going to be a battle and DC played excellent in first 2. 3 and 4 were bit tighter but DC pulled through to win 19 17 in the 4th. Official man of the match.
At 3 I won 3 0. Feeling sluggish with only playing wednesdays over the past month but happy enough to win tonight. My man of the match
At 4 Ben had a good win 3 1 against the roaming scientist – or the sliver fox – which ever you prefer. at 2 1 up and 5 10 down in the 4th it looked like it could go the 5th but Ben dug in and delivered a good 3 1. Carrying a thigh strain so excellent win under the circumstances.
At 5 the “Big Mac” lost 3 0. Not looking himself on the squash court right now and despite his good efforts never managed a game when at the start of the season just might have got a win. Wasnt helped by an outrageous stroke decision on 13-13 when it was a clear let. Hopefully next week he returns to his usual self.
So 15 points to add to the tally. And next up Strathgryffe 2. At Ramboland. Unfortunately I am unavailable next week as away to Slovenia on serious business of the kilts and beers variety. However, Rob has arranged for Sara to step in at no 4. Therefore, step up for Ben and chance to grab the glory – can Daddy M remind him to do kicking at rugby next wed afternoon – he is always sluggish when he does contact rugby.
Good luck guys – 15 points minimum
New addition this week – the DC eating report: with 19 of the 20 players staying for food there wasnt much opportunity to really “let the big dog eat”. However, managed to secure himself a baked tattie the size of a 18 bowling bowl and good portion of chilli. Expertly demolished and managed to eat the lot without any chilli dribbles. Good effort, Never spoke until the plate was clean. Good solid performance. 7/10.
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 2nd Team
It was downstream, but not downhill tonight for the band of brothers that is the number twos as we went off to see Craig and Helen (what a lovely couple) and came back with a 16 – 7 victory.
I arrived just in time to miss all the other matches, and somewhat worried by the number of The Muppets posters I passed en route which I was convinced was an omen for the nights events, but thankfully it was not.
First up was Douglas Cardiff who went down 3 – 1 to Dave ‘shorts’ Strickland (12 – 15; 10 – 15; 15 – 11) Douglas had to leave at 2 – 1 down, conceding the final game, as he had an important delivery on for work – hats off though for turning up and bagging the point.
Next ‘lightning’ Kev ‘Duracell’ Cameron beat Rab McGinley 3 – 0 (15-13;19-17;15-2) – nice work by the speed master !!
Then our very own Mark ‘Smiffy’ Smith beat Shaun McDonald 3-1 (9-15;15-3;15-9;15-5) – get in !
Paul Hannah had the match of the night beating Chris Bowman 3-2 (19-21;15-8;15-7;14-16;15-9) – tight as a nats, with Paul bringing that bacon home. Both Paul and Chris got MOTM. Magic darts.
So that’s when I struggled in , having been up and down the Helensburgh road several times looking for the damn place ( more Muppets posters), maintained composure just enough to beat Steve Graham 3-1 (15-10;15-13;9-15;17-15). Quite pleased with that, although the pale pink and blue walls in that place somewhat give the impression of playing inside a Battenburg cake.
All round a very decent evening then for the seconds – good work guys…….but please no more Fozzy Bear posters……….
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 4th Team
1 Craig v Craig Southern 3- 1 Good comfortable win for Craig, lost the first but then settled down to long controlled rallies which his opponent struggled to keep up with. MoM for Craig. Noted some ballerina moves from Craig getting to drop shots.Weird.
2 Me v Liam Grimshaw – 1-3 Unforunately I Started slow (standstill) so lost the first game. Quickly accelerated to a controlled hobble and won the next. My opponent knew what to do with the ball ,and, although he worked for it, won the next two with my legs giving up early in the 4th. Deserved win for Liam and MoM.
3 Neil R v Phil Leak 0-3 Neil went on same time as me so did’nt see match, first two games were close though. Neil still learning Team squash in his first season ,so doing fine. Both players did a great job of giving Malcolm a marking course, although I don’t think Malky noticed..
4 Big Donny v Ian Gibson 3 -0 Match just over when I arrived, so cant comment, and ,although the big Man was sweating a lot, seems to have been a comfortable win.
5 Malcolm v Dougie Sinclair 0-3 Once again Mad Malky turns out for the team at the last moment, phoned by the Maz at 1630. As usual did his best, but not playing enough, so comfortable win for Dougie. Point of note : Malcolm turning to support Team Squash at this age, (just like Uncle Bill) is pretty damn good. Lets keep an eye on his matches.
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 1st Team
Good win 15 7 for 1st team tonight against 3rd bottom Whitecraig Rugby. Should keep us in 3rd but with Giffnock closing in and playing Whitecraigs tennis tonight the gap may be reduced.
In order, top down:
At 1 Doug beat Colin 3 0 in a strangely niggly match from 2 nice guys
. Sounds a little bit metrosexual that. Didnt see much of the game as I arrived late but looked like the “Hamburger” was in control. Both seemed to think the other was fishing etc but all in all a straightforward victory I think. And they had a make up cuddle afterwards.
At 2, DC fresh from setting up his new David Craig Tiling facebook page (I hope its as good for checking out woman that fall into the absolute belter category as his own fb page is) had a great 3 1 win against Jim Cross. Always going to be a battle and DC played excellent in first 2. 3 and 4 were bit tighter but DC pulled through to win 19 17 in the 4th. Official man of the match.
At 3 I won 3 0. Feeling sluggish with only playing wednesdays over the past month but happy enough to win tonight. My man of the match
At 4 Ben had a good win 3 1 against the roaming scientist – or the sliver fox – which ever you prefer. at 2 1 up and 5 10 down in the 4th it looked like it could go the 5th but Ben dug in and delivered a good 3 1. Carrying a thigh strain so excellent win under the circumstances.
At 5 the “Big Mac” lost 3 0. Not looking himself on the squash court right now and despite his good efforts never managed a game when at the start of the season just might have got a win. Wasnt helped by an outrageous stroke decision on 13-13 when it was a clear let. Hopefully next week he returns to his usual self.
So 15 points to add to the tally. And next up Strathgryffe 2. At Ramboland. Unfortunately I am unavailable next week as away to Slovenia on serious business of the kilts and beers variety. However, Rob has arranged for Sara to step in at no 4. Therefore, step up for Ben and chance to grab the glory – can Daddy M remind him to do kicking at rugby next wed afternoon – he is always sluggish when he does contact rugby.
Good luck guys – 15 points minimum
New addition this week – the DC eating report: with 19 of the 20 players staying for food there wasnt much opportunity to really “let the big dog eat”. However, managed to secure himself a baked tattie the size of a 18 bowling bowl and good portion of chilli. Expertly demolished and managed to eat the lot without any chilli dribbles. Good effort, Never spoke until the plate was clean. Good solid performance. 7/10.
Night night
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 2nd Team
It was downstream, but not downhill tonight for the band of brothers that is the number twos as we went off to see Craig and Helen (what a lovely couple) and came back with a 16 – 7 victory.
I arrived just in time to miss all the other matches, and somewhat worried by the number of The Muppets posters I passed en route which I was convinced was an omen for the nights events, but thankfully it was not.
First up was Douglas Cardiff who went down 3 – 1 to Dave ‘shorts’ Strickland (12 – 15; 10 – 15; 15 – 11) Douglas had to leave at 2 – 1 down, conceding the final game, as he had an important delivery on for work – hats off though for turning up and bagging the point.
Next ‘lightning’ Kev ‘Duracell’ Cameron beat Rab McGinley 3 – 0 (15-13;19-17;15-2) – nice work by the speed master !!
Then our very own Mark ‘Smiffy’ Smith beat Shaun McDonald 3-1 (9-15;15-3;15-9;15-5) – get in !
Paul Hannah had the match of the night beating Chris Bowman 3-2 (19-21;15-8;15-7;14-16;15-9) – tight as a nats, with Paul bringing that bacon home. Both Paul and Chris got MOTM. Magic darts.
So that’s when I struggled in , having been up and down the Helensburgh road several times looking for the damn place ( more Muppets posters), maintained composure just enough to beat Steve Graham 3-1 (15-10;15-13;9-15;17-15). Quite pleased with that, although the pale pink and blue walls in that place somewhat give the impression of playing inside a Battenburg cake.
All round a very decent evening then for the seconds – good work guys…….but please no more Fozzy Bear posters……….
Night all
JT
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 3rd Team
DLWE 3 lost 17-5 last night to Whitecraigs RFC 3.
Al Baird at 3 and Dave Mazzucco at 5 both had close 3-2 games. Dave won his and won MOTM and Al lost his.
Garry D at 1, me at 2 and Andrew A at 4 all lost 3-0.
Next week the 3rd team are at home Western 5, the 4th team are away to Bowfield 2 and the 5th team away to Western 6.
Only 4 weeks left now to the end of the season.
Regards
David W
Wednesday 22nd February January 2012 – 4th Team
1 Craig v Craig Southern 3- 1 Good comfortable win for Craig, lost the first but then settled down to long controlled rallies which his opponent struggled to keep up with. MoM for Craig. Noted some ballerina moves from Craig getting to drop shots.Weird.
2 Me v Liam Grimshaw – 1-3 Unforunately I Started slow (standstill) so lost the first game. Quickly accelerated to a controlled hobble and won the next. My opponent knew what to do with the ball ,and, although he worked for it, won the next two with my legs giving up early in the 4th. Deserved win for Liam and MoM.
3 Neil R v Phil Leak 0-3 Neil went on same time as me so did’nt see match, first two games were close though. Neil still learning Team squash in his first season ,so doing fine. Both players did a great job of giving Malcolm a marking course, although I don’t think Malky noticed..
4 Big Donny v Ian Gibson 3 -0 Match just over when I arrived, so cant comment, and ,although the big Man was sweating a lot, seems to have been a comfortable win.
5 Malcolm v Dougie Sinclair 0-3 Once again Mad Malky turns out for the team at the last moment, phoned by the Maz at 1630. As usual did his best, but not playing enough, so comfortable win for Dougie. Point of note : Malcolm turning to support Team Squash at this age, (just like Uncle Bill) is pretty damn good. Lets keep an eye on his matches.
Overall Score 7-13.
KR