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Post by davemorton on Jun 13, 2024 9:28:40 GMT
I think unfortunately the allegations of racism cover quite a period and I think apart from the Chairman's * faut pas there are already three separate complainants . I have the impression these have already been investigated by Essex (their solicitors) and there may be sanctions . It seems a very light touch both in relatingvto not naming claimed miscreants and a low level of media involvement. If I was a cynic I'd be saying something like the timing of the announcement coincided with The Select Committee and Parliament 'not at work' so it could escape much notice. The new independent body set up last year will now look further into allegation against the club ( in breach of ECB regulation 3.3 There have been further claims of racialism after Essex's first investigative report was published so it seems much worse than the single claimant against Yorkshire , Azeem Rafiq . I also hope this does not become another feeding frenzy by the media and politicians * I think their ex-chair should have said, " fly in the ointment " rather than referring to woodpiles Flies are people too. You don't want to upset the insect world. There are billions of them.
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Post by karma on Jun 27, 2024 9:24:30 GMT
Well I've learnt something today. The mathematical scientist Frank Duckworth (of the DL method) has died aged 84.
What I actually learned was the fact that he lodged with John Lennon's Aunt Mimi in 1962 while a student at the University of Liverpool and at the same time she was 'bringing up' the future Beatle.
I've never fully understood the calculations involved in the DL method , I think I'd need 'HELP'
I do know however that the method has helped there to be a result in many rain affected matches whereas previously the outcome would have been unsatisfactory.
It is rumoured that Frank also suggested to John a mathematical alternative to the callendar based upon 'Eight days a Week' 📅
RIP Frank.
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Post by newby on Jul 1, 2024 20:19:32 GMT
Explanation of why Chris Wright of Leicestershire hasn't been playing and why his planned move to Sussex fell through. He's been given a 9 month ban after failing a drug test last September.
Sounds like he took a food supplement that was contaminated with traces of a banned substance which showed up in a routine test. His ban has been backdated and he can start to play later this month.
He seems to have a convincing story and it doesn't look like he was knowingly looking to enhance his performance.
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Post by davemorton on Jul 1, 2024 21:28:46 GMT
Well I've learnt something today. The mathematical scientist Frank Duckworth (of the DL method) has died aged 84. What I actually learned was the fact that he lodged with John Lennon's Aunt Mimi in 1962 while a student at the University of Liverpool and at the same time she was 'bringing up' the future Beatle. I've never fully understood the calculations involved in the DL method , I think I'd need 'HELP' I do know however that the method has helped there to be a result in many rain affected matches whereas previously the outcome would have been unsatisfactory. It is rumoured that Frank also suggested to John a mathematical alternative to the callendar based upon 'Eight days a Week' 📅 RIP Frank. "We can work it out." An elegant and beautiful piece of mathematics, those D/L curves just 'felt right' from the start, far surpassing what had been tried before.
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Post by newby on Jul 2, 2024 20:59:50 GMT
Best of luck to 'Sir Geoffrey' who is to face surgery in a few weeks time to treat the throat cancer that has sadly returned.
I hope everything goes well for him and the outcome is as positive as it can possibly be.
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Post by byased on Jul 2, 2024 21:52:07 GMT
Well I've learnt something today. The mathematical scientist Frank Duckworth (of the DL method) has died aged 84. What I actually learned was the fact that he lodged with John Lennon's Aunt Mimi in 1962 while a student at the University of Liverpool and at the same time she was 'bringing up' the future Beatle. I've never fully understood the calculations involved in the DL method , I think I'd need 'HELP' I do know however that the method has helped there to be a result in many rain affected matches whereas previously the outcome would have been unsatisfactory. It is rumoured that Frank also suggested to John a mathematical alternative to the callendar based upon 'Eight days a Week' 📅 RIP Frank. Nice one, Here Comes the Sun? I hadn't realised the other half of the duo had been dead for quite some time. They certainly did do a good job, whereas prior to that it was often heavily in favour of the team batting second when play was curtailed.
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Post by karma on Jul 3, 2024 19:11:38 GMT
Today's Birthday boy
Sir Richard Hadlee Cricketer, New Zealand (1973-90) 73
What a superb cricketer, whenever I see or hear his name, I'm sure I smile as I picture a lean athlete gliding along, totally in control, long stride, long arms, releasing a ball exactly where his radar wanted, time after naggingly accurate time. Giant
Happy birthday Sir Richard
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Post by newby on Jul 14, 2024 12:59:50 GMT
Another Lancashire incursion into historic Yorkshire repulsed today, by the weather.
Lancashire Thunders RHF game v the Southern Vipers at Sedbergh school abandoned without a ball being bowled.
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Post by hawke on Jul 19, 2024 12:13:29 GMT
Bryan Stott was 90 yesterday. Best Wishes to Bryan.
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Post by karma on Jul 27, 2024 21:08:22 GMT
Todays birthday giant of cricket
Sir Garfield Sobers , former West Indian cricket captain 88
Happy 88th birthday Gary 🌴
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Post by davemorton on Jul 27, 2024 21:23:31 GMT
We have hit a rich seam of birthdays. Sobers was surely the GOAT all-rounder, surpassing even Wilfred. As with Bradman, it's difficult to imagine anyone ever coming close to matching his gifts and charisma, and general good bloke-ishness too, in his case.
Richard Hadlee, too, a bit of a driven, cold-eyed, killer Kiwi. Surely the greatest fast-medium bowler ever, for those few years at the mature end of his career.
And good old Bryan Stott, reincarnated as Adam Lyth.
"Some we have loved, the loveliest and best That fate and time of all their vintage pressed."
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Post by karma on Aug 3, 2024 20:02:26 GMT
Well that's some good news.
Sir Geoffrey Boycott is out of hospital after recovering from pneumonia.
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Post by hawke on Aug 3, 2024 20:38:44 GMT
Well that's some good news. Sir Geoffrey Boycott is out of hospital after recovering from pneumonia. yes that is very very very good news best wishes to Sir Geoffrey
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Post by karma on Aug 3, 2024 21:10:02 GMT
I'm sure at the back of his mind he'll be thinking about the pile of his books in his garage that need to be sold.
But he'll know he needs to recuperate properly first
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Post by karma on Aug 10, 2024 19:48:19 GMT
For those of us who feel, with this 'Summer of Sport', that there has however been something missing from our viewing schedules, take heart for this Monday evening's fare:
19:30 Mastermind 20:00 Only Connect 20:30 University Challenge, (University of Belfast v University of Liverpool)
I've been to both of these universities but not as a student,whereas as mentioned in an early thread, the recently late Frank Duckworth attended the University of Liverpool and lodged with John Lennon's Aunt Mimi at the same time as John. I'll be happy if I understand the questions, never mind the answers. Note to self: make my wife a cup of tea in her periodic-table decorated mug.
Top subject for Mastermind is 'Dad's Army' and after watching repeats for 30 odd years, I feel confident and most certainly not a 'stupid boy'
Normal service is returning
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