Tough Opener for the 14s

The Under 14s began their fixtures this week in the very tough Nottingham Youth League.

Wednesday night saw a trip across town to Notts and Arnold.

Keyworth won the toss and elected to bat. Captain Normington led by example crashing a fine 37, one maximum in his 7 boundaries. Tudor (8) and Healey (8) both contributed before falling to smart catches.

It was debutant Machin, a fantastic closed season acquisition from Plumtree, who showed plenty of resolve and flair for a fine 22 not out. Stolworthy came and went quickly searching for quick runs as Newell (3*) saw the innings home.

Keyworth 96 for 4 off 20.

In response the bowlers were put to the sword by the powerful opening trio, all with County experience. Brown did make the break through in the 7th over, removing the opener for 40. However the same treatment continued as Notts and Arnold reached their total in the 13th over for the loss of 1 wicket.

There was an agreed feeling of rustiness in the field but chance to put that right on Thursday at home to Ellerslie.