Thieves broke into the pavilion and among the items taken were the entire contents of the club trophy cabinet.
“Our membership is absolutely devastated by last week’s events, as we put the finishing touches to our preparations for the 2019 season” said Club Chairman, Ian Houseman
“If the break in wasn’t bad enough on its own, the theft of all our club trophies is absolutely heartbreaking. These cups, including my own Chairman’s Cup, are of little commercial value but are a major part of our club’s proud heritage. For our members they represent our ‘crown jewels’.
“We would urge those who took them to show a little compassion and decency by returning them to us. This could be done anonymously by leaving them by the entrance gate to the ground.”
Chearsley Cricket Club, founded in 1922, was reborn in its current ground on the Winchendon Road just outside the village in 1990. In addition to fielding two teams in the Cherwell League, the club has developed a flourishing Juniors section, whose membership of around 90 youngsters includes over 40 girls.
Contact: John Howard – jnh@dbmc.co.uk 07970 651326
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| Ex-England Skipper, Mike Gatting, with Chearsley trophy winners at the club End of Season Dinner & Dance (November 2017) |
