Chesham Bois Wrinklies visited the club last week.
As you can see, Matron is still in Majorca so they were forced to drive themselves... they weren't happy.
Kevin Mears put pen to paper to tell this tale (actually dictated this to young Michael Mears; the family's only 'writer').
Bulls v Chesham Old Boys
Following our narrow victory at the end of December against the Old Boys, it was our turn to host the return leg.
The Bulls were rather plump after many celebrations over the festive period and looked more like hopefuls for the next Telly Tubby film, rather than a team of finely tuned athletes.
First up was our Toby, at the time undefeated in the first division. It was always going to be a tough match against Phil Cornhill and it turned out to become a magnificent match with Toby narrowing winning the first 10/9, losing the next two, coming back with lovely touch and reactions to win the 4th but finally running out of steam in the 5th. 2-3
Next was Olly, who faced Aubrey. Aubrey is never an easy to play against and Olly was unable to hit a decent length. This put Aubrey in his comfort zone and was therefore able to control the match. 0-3
I went on against Richard and unfortunately for Richard, his hips gave way in the second game so he conceded and will hopefully return in a few weeks. 0-3
At 2-1 down the bulls were not looking confident. Harry was up against the formidable and unorthodox Bob Ballingall, who had completely destroyed Jim in the last match (sorry to remind you Jim). Telephone calls were exchanged and Monkey Boy played really well and sensibly. That said, he was 2/1 down and 8 all and the result could have been so different had he not dug in and battled for each rally. He won the 4th 10 – 8 and fortunately had enough energy to win the 5th with relative ease 3-2. This was surely to be the match of the night
With everything poised at 2-2 up stepped our captain the Piggy who faced the bionic Steve Lewis. This was Steve’s debut match for Chesham Bois following a break of c35 years. The two contrasting styles was a joy to watch although both players looked totally exasperated at many and different times throughout this epic and gruelling match (welcome to Bucks squash Steve). Ian fought so well to win this match and deserves the man of the match trophy. The final game went down to the wire with Steve unable to close out the game and Ian finally piping him to the post 10/9 in the 5th . A fantastic result and great end to the first match of the season. 3-2
Footnote: If you are a 'CB Wrinkly' and are reading this, one of your group left a wallet in the changing room. No name or money inside, but you might recognise your loss by these photos found within... perhaps reminders of former glories and victories?
Please call the club to claim.
If our receptionist asks who you are... ask Matron, she'll remind you.
If our receptionist asks who you are... ask Matron, she'll remind you.
