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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 3, 2017 11:53:27 GMT
pr,
I appreciate the impact Matt has had on social media. Although, when is his web vlogging going to occur? That's where I first met
him. On the Hove Vlog course last October run by a certain Mi Elverson.
In fact, I am told, Sussex are so impressed that Matt may be returning to the club on a full-time basis after his Bournemouth Uni
days are over. Which reminds me of the previous media intern Sussex took on, Tom Rose, who also did an excellent job when fully
employed.
Perhaps, taking on media interns is the way forward for Sussex CCC?
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Post by primrose on Jul 3, 2017 13:36:57 GMT
I'd certainly say an internship gives opportunity, experience and exposure that is really difficult to gain in a competitive environment. The question is at what point is it about experience and at what point does it become exploiting a young person? Tricky subject.
I have my own view on unpaid internships but that's probably one for another day...
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Post by flashblade on Jul 3, 2017 13:56:44 GMT
There seems to be a growing feeling that many commercial organisations are trying to classify youngsters as interns, in an attempt to avoid paying even the minimum age.Here's one short article on the subject; fee.org/articles/every-unpaid-internship-is-illegal/It appears that government regulations stipulate that 5 conditions have to apply if the employer wants the intern to work for free . One of those conditions is: "The employer that provides the training derives no immediate advantage from the activities of the intern; and on occasion its operations may actually be impeded;"
This has made me reflect on an unpaid internship that SCCC recently advertised. Was the position filled? |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 3, 2017 14:28:04 GMT
As pr says, this is a really tricky and sensitive area. I came across this website citing the pros and cons of internship and was surprised to read this under the 'cons of unpaid internship'. 6. Decreasing your chances of employability:As stated in the earlier point, an unpaid internship can harm you sometimes especially in landing a job. In fact, they are no way better than someone who has no experience. According to the survey done by National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE), out of all candidates who took internship only 63.1% of them got placed in contrast to 37% of those candidates who did an unpaid internship which is very much similar to the placement statics of those candidates who never did any internship.Obviously, Sussex CCC buck the trend as it seems to me, interns who are taken on by the club are then offered a paid job later on. content.wisestep.com/top-pros-cons-unpaid-internship/One hopes that when the CBT starts in 2020 and each county will be given an annual £1.3m, then the financial need for Sussex to take on unpaid interns will not be necessary. Paid interns, yes, but not unpaid. PS: I am amused to discover that a few of those counties who showed little or no initial interest in the CBT and in one case voted against it, are now 'allegedly' clamouring the ECB to give them an advance on their first £1.3m payment to help pay off their debts. I am delighted to hear the ECB have said firmly that no monies will transpire until 2020. |
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Post by ssmith27 on Jul 3, 2017 14:54:47 GMT
pr, I appreciate the impact Matt has had on social media. Although, when is his web vlogging going to occur? That's where I first met him. On the Hove Vlog course last October run by a certain Mi Elverson. In fact, I am told, Sussex are so impressed that Matt may be returning to the club on a full-time basis after his Bournemouth Uni days are over. Which reminds me of the previous media intern Sussex took on, Tom Rose, who also did an excellent job when fully employed. Perhaps, taking on media interns is the way forward for Sussex CCC? Looks as though that could be a smart move. As you say, the social media seems to have improved massively. |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 3, 2017 15:12:05 GMT
Walk to the Back of Your Wardrobe as Narnia Returns this Week
_____________________________________________________________________________________www.youtube.com/watch?v=y1tFQMjc-IEIt’s here - the Sussex CCC Festival Week - held in a wondrous and magical ground within the beautiful Mid-Sussex town of Arundel. We all know it - many of us have watched cricket games here. This is a very special 5 days of the Sussex county season which is unsurpassed, perhaps, by any other in the club fixture list. First, Sussex play Leicestershire in a four day game starting on Wednesday, followed by a T20 against Glamorgan on the Sunday. Hail, the Arundel Castle Cricket Club. www.sussexcricket.co.uk/news-1/news-john-barclay-looks-ahead-to-the-rathbones-arundel-festivalSponsored this year by Rathbone, the investment management group, the overseers of the cricket festival, James Ruffey and Johnny Barclay, will no doubt display their usual excellent organising skills and along with some hopefully good weather, the Festival never disappoints. The pitch has been improved and offers a better bounce and bite; the local beer is always excellent; and those sausage rolls are heaven for cholesterol junkies like myself! A Recent Interview with James Ruffeyunofficialsussexccc.freeforums.net/post/25480/threadPresently, the marquees are being erected and BBC Radio Sussex Commentator, Adrian Harms, tweets: “Preparations well underway…” and then offers this photo.  Adrian also says he will be joined on the mic this week by the lion Aslan himself, Chris Adams. Can’t wait. www.sussexcricket.co.uk/arundel
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 6, 2017 7:02:22 GMT
Arundel Bathed in Gold__________________________________Q: What is the present synergistic force between Arundel Castle CC and Sussex CCC? A: Sweltering heat. After the glorious weather in June when the Sussex 2nds trounced South Africa 'A', a repeat sunny clime purveyed over the opening Championship day against Leicestershire and James Ruffey, the Executive Secretary of this enchanting Arundel ground, told me he had not seen such a large crowd for an opening Championship game for many a year. An initial attendance estimate was around 2,500 and as people continued to trickle in after lunch this figure edged towards 3,000. While many spectators sought out the shade, the various Hospitality marquees were heaving and the beer tent and food outlets experienced a roaring trade. Richard Barrow On the field did the history of the Arundel pitch sway Sussex to bat first after winning the toss? Perhaps, they expected a placid and flat wicket? But the scarifying work in recent years expressed a top with bite as well as uneven bounce or as the journos might describe, “two-paced.” Could this have been the reason why the team found themselves at 219-7 mid-afternoon and then dismissed for 262 by 5pm? Or perhaps, it was a combination of good Leicestershire bowling and poor Sussex shot selection where no batsman reached 50. The start of the Leicestershire innings was then greeted with the fly over of a Supermarine Spitfire. As you walked around "Narnia" the movers and shakers of the club were in attendance from Jon Filby manning the cricket bookstall to a busy Ian Waring overseeing the ground logistics and long-serving Board member Richard Barrow enjoying both the cricket and ice-cream. I had a gratifying catch-up with him. Subjects discussed ranged from the CBT to Jofra Archer. The interview will be published soon. Meanwhile, Johnny Barclay, the face of Arundel Castle CC, and the longest serving Sussex CCC Committee member, was sunning himself by the iconic pavilion. Once an exotic paella outlet - Now an average burger bar The Hove club shop had a marquee selling their wares and it was no surprise to learn that before tea, close to 20 sun hats had sold at £16 each alongside 12 club caps priced between £15-£25. The stall also had a good selection of umbrellas for sale in preparation for today’s possible rain! Jo and John  Jamie Campbell Jamie Campbell was manning the Harvey's bar tucked behind the scoreboard. This was a first-time "tester" for Sussex CCC as they had hired a mobile outlet from the Lewes brewery. Yet, by tea more than 60 pints of beer, various spirits and Pimms alongside assorted cold drinks had passed the lips of thirsty spectators. Not surprisingly, Jamie was delighted by such sales, especially given the presence of the large beer marquee no-more than 400 yards away; and with a further three days of cricket still to come was buoyant the leasing gamble would pay off. At close Leicestershire were 77-2 with Caribbean team-mates Jordan and Archer taking a wicket a piece. With some possible thundery showers first thing today, it’s all to play for. And with the pitch expected to turn can Will Beer emulate his 11 wickets from three weeks ago?
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 7, 2017 14:55:20 GMT
Interesting bedfellows as are the ties.  Nigel Farage Bumped into @geoffreyboycott at @homeofcricket this morning.
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 8, 2017 8:48:07 GMT
Adam Mountford "I didn't want to look too ridiculous out of respect for the MCC..." (The Blowers 'Lord's' bell-ringing attire today is revealed & he doesn't disappoint) 
www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/40542301
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 10, 2017 10:03:51 GMT
Arundel Shimmering in Off-Field Splendour
_______________________________________________________Over 7,000 people attended the 4 day Championship; over 6,000 the T20, out-ground cricket is vibrant and robust at the Arundel Castle Cricket Club as another hugely successful Sussex CCC Festival week drew to a close on Sunday evening. A burgeoning grassy knoll While most agree Scarborough is the top English out-ground, Arundel must rank in the top 3 alongside Cheltenham and huge praise goes to James Ruffey, Johnny Barclay, Ian Waring and others for consistently producing a festival worthy of the illustrious and rich cricketing history of their County club. (Promise: no-more mention of the heat, the flowing beer, or my personal love-affair with the ground)A miraculous transformation from average burger bar to Moroccan kasbah foods  So, where do you start - the people, perhaps? Andrew Hignell, the Glamorgan scorer and the club museum’s inspiration and commander was attending Arundel for the first time. Off-the-field he is 'Mr Welsh Dragons' and managed to attain a £50,000 lottery funding from National Heritage to help set up the museum in 2007 at the then named Sophia Gardens. The key: call it the Welsh cricket museum and not the club name. Perhaps, Sussex should do a similar thing? (Prof) Andrew Hignell When asked what he thought about Arundel, he was a little dismissive and showed loyalty to Wales. “It’s lovely but I would rank Abergavenny CC as better.” What?! The venue is simply surrounded by trees with some rolling hills in the background. Nick Gee Baritone opera singer and Sussex fan, Nick Gee, was waiting patiently in front of the iconic pavilion with mobile phone in hand, for Ross Taylor to walk up the steps from the outfield and take a selfie with him. Ross duly obliged but I was on-hand to click a proper photo of them together. Nick has promised an interview for the Blog, so two happy people. I had an informative chat with Ian Waring who explained this coming week is all hands to the pump for the County Ground logistics staff. First, take away all the chairs, marquees, promotional boards etc.. from Arundel; then prepare for the Wednesday 'El Classico' clash at Hove; then take down and prepare for the Olly Murs music concert on Sunday. Ian looked exhausted just reciting it all. The ground are expecting around 8,000 people for the concert; not as many as other counties where Kent attracted around 13,000 but as Ian points out, “Unlike other county grounds, our City has so many music venues close by, the population are spoilt for choice.” Already, two different music promoters are in touch with the club for a potential concert next year, so watch this space. Cricket's rising superstar enjoys a full body workout Ian also told me that whilst all eyes were on Arundel, the County ground hosted a weekend event for the ‘National Yoga Association’. Around 3,500 people had converged on the venue for meditation and yoga practise alongside stalls selling natural health products and foods plus workshops educating those gathered. Being a keen advocate of alternative medicine, this was inspiring news. www.brightonyogafestival.orgMeanwhile, Rob Andrew was attending and looked resplendent in a blue suit (minus jacket), white shirt and tie. He may have been sweltering underneath but appearances matter. Baggy shorts, a T-shirt and sock-less sandals attire doesn’t offer much cred for an important CEO or Chairman. Yet, I noted this week, nibbling on a cornet ’99’ with flake, offers some “street” for VIPs. A brief chat ensued where he marvelled at the ground and was delighted with the large crowd. The on-field activities, no doubt, you have read in the cricket columns. A classic century from Wright but Glamorgan scored twenty too many runs. A disappointing start but still 13 games to go. Hopefully, Ross Taylor will learn to push Jofra Archer up the batting order. Perhaps, more people saw "That" spectacular Arundel view than attended pink ball cricket at Hove on a mizzly June evening
Afterthought: The prize for bravery must go to the unfortunate person chosen to don the Sid the Shark costume. It must
have been sweltering inside.
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 10, 2017 11:36:40 GMT
Who is “2015t20everpresent”?
_________________________________________Who is the Sussex CCC fan who plans to attend every T20 match this season home and away. I can reveal that his name is Colin Bowman and he hails from Burgess Hill.  In June of 2015, the then Sussex CCC President, David Bowden, contacted me about Colin and asked if I could direct him to the ‘Unofficial Sussex CCC Forum’. An email later, Colin joined us as a Member. Since, he has written an assortment of write-ups about the various T20 matches he has attended. I have always enjoyed reading them. His enthusiasm is infectious. This year Colin has set up his own Twitter account where he plans to attend all 14 matches and review them. If his first Arundel match is anything to go by, we are in for a lot of photos and personal thoughts. His Twittertwitter.com/bowmanontheroad?lang=en So, let us get behind Colin and cheer him along the way with his trusty old Peugeot 206 with 92,000 miles on the clock. He has even taken a £50 E/W bet at 18/1 for Sussex to win the T20 trophy this season, so he’s put his money where his mouth is. Good luck Colin and fingers-crossed your car doesn’t break down. I look forward to reading your tweets. unofficialsussexccc.freeforums.net/post/25678/thread
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Post by hhsussex on Jul 10, 2017 13:16:32 GMT
Arundel Shimmering in Off-Field Splendour
_______________________________________________________Baritone opera singer and Sussex fan, Nick Gee, was waiting patiently in front of the iconic pavilion with mobile phone in hand, for Ross Taylor to walk up the steps from the outfield and take a selfie with him. Ross duly obliged but I was on-hand to click a proper photo of them together. Nick has promised an interview for the Blog, so two happy people. Was Ross Taylor hiding behind Nick Gee fluffy? Odd that he casts no shadow. |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 10, 2017 19:15:46 GMT
hhs, No, this photo of Nick Gee was taken separately and on his own. It has been tightly cropped. Although, there is a story. It was taken before the appearance of Ross Taylor who was in the background of the pic at the top of the outfield steps signing an autograph. This next pic of Ross Taylor (below), which I did't use in the blog, is part of a scene where Nick is passing me his mobile phone to take the actual photograph. So, the whole right part of the pic has been cropped just to leave an anticipatory-looking Taylor. The next step was me then taking the photo of them both together. Fortunately, Nick seemed pleased with the pic, much to my relief.  |
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Post by Wicked Cricket on Jul 11, 2017 7:16:58 GMT
A Catch-Up with Richard Barrow
_____________________________ Richard Barrow is consistently the longest serving Sussex CCC Committee Member. Richard celebrates his 24th year this season. He became a hero to Sussex supporters when he resigned from the Committee a few months before the Members Rebellion in March 1997 and helped “the rebels” overthrow his former colleagues. He was immediately voted back on to the Board after this successful ousting. Richard later was appointed Vice-Chairman under the Chairmanship of David Green who oversaw the club’s golden decade. He told me, “David had the midas touch for success. In my view, he is the best Chairman we’ve had in my time. He won three County Championships!”
Richard also holds strong views about cricket and is not afraid to put his head above the parapet. I caught up with him at the opening day of the Sussex/Leicestershire Championship match at Arundel._____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ You hold staunch opinions about the forthcoming T20 City-Based Tournament (CBT). What are they?We have been told the annual dividend to each county will be a minimum of £1.3m. It could be more. Equally, it has been suggested that certain counties with large debts like Warwickshire and Yorkshire may be looked upon more favourably than those who are solvent. Is this fair? My greatest concern is the CBT may have a huge detrimental affect on county cricket including a potential loss of Membership, sponsorship, T20 Blast turnstile money etc.. the £1.3m after such losses of revenue could net out as low as £750,000. The general view is that figure may be £1m. Have Counties learnt anymore on how the CBT will be organised? The ECB will own the competition including the eight teams. Officially, there is no answer yet on how the players may be picked for each side but I believe it could be like the IPL or Big Bash where there’ll be a draft; players are placed in different categories depending on their ability. So, a Joe Root would be in Category A and a Harry Finch in a lower one. Each team might be allowed to select so many players from each category; beyond that it is anyone’s guess. It may be based around an auction where each team has a financial cap on spending. There is still lots of detail to be thrashed out. The Sussex Board did a U-turn after first voting against it. Why? We still don’t fully agree with the CBT and hold mixed opinions amongst us but we had no choice in the matter. The tournament was always going to happen as the minor counties and non-TMGs were collectively seduced and held the majority vote. We agreed with the view of our CEO, Rob Andrew, who believes it’s better to be involved from the inside where we can influence the decision-making process rather than from the outside where we cannot. How do you view the future of the T20 Blast?There is no question in my mind that the ‘Blast’ will become the poor cousin. The tournament is to be played during May and June; not the best time of the season. We don’t know yet what days of the week or indeed how many matches. How do you see the rest of the season panning out for Sussex?There is still an outside chance of us gaining Championship promotion this season. We need to triumph at Arundel and then win as many of the remaining six as possible. It’s a big ask especially when our last game is against Notts but their big guns may not be playing and they could well have already won Division 2. Even so, they’re a damn good side so we should never underestimate them. Our best chance of a trophy this season is the T20 competition. On paper we have a seriously good squad. The club would be very disappointed if we didn’t reach at least the QF stage. But in cricket there are no guarantees. All the players must be in good form to achieve this. Mills needs to be fit, reliable and bowl flat out. Jordan, Wright, everyone must come to the party. Nashy who’s had a poor season to date needs big runs. He’s a fantastic OD player when he gets going. And then, of course, there is Jofra Archer. A remarkable player. Everything he does at the moment turns to gold. "I believe Archer is the most exciting all-rounder to come to Sussex since Tony Greig"
 How do you rate Archer compared to previous Sussex players?I believe Archer is the most exciting all-rounder to come to Sussex since Tony Greig. And that is some statement. He is a phenomenal cricketer. We are doing everything we can to hang on to him. Jofra is about to sign his third contract. Given he only started at the club a year ago this is highly unusual. We are doing all we can to look after, nurture and help him develop; but the uncontrollable is, if he is selected for the West Indies. At Sussex he knows he’ll be paid well, his future is mapped out. But in the Caribbean you have no idea when the next pay cheque may arrive; no idea how fragile your future international career can be; but equally, if the guy has a good T20 with us, which I am sure he will, and along come the people from the Big Bash and IPL offering him a contract to play in their competitions. Next thing you know he has a Tymal Mills type deal. Who’s going to turn that down? The club must face that reality at a time now when T20 dominates Test cricket. Jofra knows we have given him his opportunity. I would hope he might reward us by giving the club a long term commitment. Meanwhile, Chris Jordan is a good friend of Jofra and acts as his mentor. Who from the 2nd XI has the best potential to make it in the 1st team?Delray Rawlins is an excellent prospect. I am surprised he’s not playing in this game after the 96 he scored three weeks ago. The other player who has a lot about him and is playing in this match is Abi Sakande. He really does look the business. George Garton has played more games for the Lions this season than he has for Sussex - which is quite amazing really - so he is very unlucky not to be selected for this match; but Sakande has been picked on merit. We are fortunate at Sussex. We have some really good young bowlers. Take Whittingham: He may not have done much this season but you can’t right him off. Like Sakande he has a lot about him. We have strong depth in our bowling but with Magoffin injured until the beginning of September, it’s not looking too good. Yet, watching these kids we really have much to look forward to.
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Post by glosexile on Jul 11, 2017 9:10:15 GMT
S and F
Loved your resume and pictures from Arundel.
Having recently returned home from attending the first week of the Cheltenham Cricket Festival, I think that I share your apparent passion for out-ground/festival cricket.
Interesting comment from you:
'While most agree Scarborough is the top English out-ground, Arundel must rank in the top 3 alongside Cheltenham'.
Not sure what criteria is being used regarding Scarborough. Certainly the best attended festival ground, aided no doubt by the seaside location and the massive Yorkshire fanbase. However, Scarborough would not come close to my top 3 of beautiful cricket out-grounds. Based on my definition, I would replace Scarborough with Queen's Park, Chesterfield.
Footnote.
Shame that the Unicorns are no longer involved in our limited overs cricket. I miss the potential opportunity of visiting the very picturesque Wormsley Park (Sir Paul Getty's ground) in Bucks.
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