Much of the Midd’s success over the past decade or so is down to the huge commitment of time, care, attention and expertise devoted by Rob.
He first became involved with North Midd around 1997 when son Nick joined our Colts. Rob was soon cajoled into becoming a coach and running a team. He progressed from there to become Club Treasurer/Secretary, posts which he held for many years - he is still Secretary but will be stepping down at the AGM in January.
On top of all his other duties, he has successfully handled numerous time consuming and demanding grant applications. Many of the improvements to the Ground and playing standards would not have happened without Rob’s drive and genius. We all owe him an enormous debt.
Rob confirmed at the Dinner that he will be stepping back from a number of his roles as he and Colleen will be spending an increasing amount of their time in Oxfordshire. Everybody hopes Rob will remain involved with key strategic issues whilst passing on to others some of the day to day roles.
Many tributes were paid to Rob in the course of the evening in particular from Brando junior and Club Chair, Stephen Edwards. To his surprise Rob was also presented with gifts paid for by grateful members to mark his steeping back. It was all very emotional and for once Rob seemed almost lost for words.
In the words of a senior member, Rob has been a force of good for the Club and a core of goodness at the centre of the Club.

[b]Captains’ interviews/Awards [/b]

Each Captain was interviewed about moments (good and bad) of the Season; some hilarious tales were told especially with Millsy to the fore.

Captains announced and presented the following awards -

1s POTY: Luke Hollman
Clubman: Evan Flowers

2s POTY: Connor Nurse
Clubman: “Rev” Andy Saunders

3s POTY: Paddy Parker
Clubman: Jack Price

4s POTY: Alfie Buxton/Kyle Pittman
Clubman: Matt Dyke

5s POTY: Nico Smith
Clubman: Tom Greenhalgh

NMCC Young Player: Alfie Duke

Fantasy League Badger Medal: Liam O'Driscoll
2nd: Joe Hewton
3rd: Sam Sheppard

Well done to our MCs, Nick Friend and Charles Martland.

[b]Raffle[/b]

Stand out moment was Oz winning so many of the prizes! These included the premium raffle for a top class bat which he promptly handed on to Alfie Buxton. Alfie is in our Academy and has just returned from New Zealand where he, along with another 6 North Midd players, represented England in the World Indoor Cup. Good on you Oz!