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the local Dennis Mower agent to bring along a machine and the cassettes for demonstration during the course. The delegates all assembled in
the pavilion and it was time to start. It was then that I realised I was assuming that all of then would understand English! Fortunately, they all did - except the guy from New Zealand - but then they do have trouble with “not out” when they appeal! Seriously though, the day got off
to a good start. I outlined the day and went through the processes of preparing a pitch to match standard. Some very good questions were asked from the floor and I enjoyed the session because of this interaction. A coffee break was taken and then it was down work, preparing a pitch on the square with everyone taking part. I had brought with me a SISIS Combirake because, from earlier discussions, it became apparent that none of the clubs had one. I went through the ten day preparation of a pitch, demonstrating how each step should be performed, using the correct equipment. All who attended the course simply had no idea how much work was required over a ten day period, or the importance of having the correct equipment, just to produce a satisfactory pitch. I also explained how important
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it was to carry out repairs after the pitch had been used. The groundsmen at Kampong made it clear that the course was a success, because it highlighted that they were not using the correct methods of preparation. The whole show then moved to
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international cricket in the past, and I think they are now better placed to produce good quality surfaces for all cricket. The courses were attended by representatives from four of the clubs with grass pitches - Excelsior 20 Sheidam, Voorburg CC, VOC and Kampong CC. There were also umpires and players in attendance. On reflection, the weekend was a success and the feedback I received was positive. All who attended said they had found it interesting, and they were able to understand the processes required. I was then asked if I would put on an end of season renovation course, because they also felt they were not doing that work to the standard required. I must say that this was evident in the established squares that I looked at. With the courses completed, I made my way back to the Hook of Holland to catch the Sunday night sailing back to Harwich, reflecting on the hospitality shown to me during the course, and would like to offer my special thanks to Frits, Tim and the people at Kampong and VOC. The story does not end here. Mel Pooley MSc.
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