Prior to becoming the club Chairman, Dave spent 10 seasons plus as 1st XI Captain.  He has steered the club to 5 league titles.  When not involved in cricket, Dave is a keen collector of medieval Persian pornography and a fellow of the Royal Society of Master Onanists.

 

Years with club: 23

Best score: 86no v Harry Lime

Best bowling: 4-23 v James Walker

Proudest achievements: 4 consecutive league titles as Captain

Biggest disappointment: losing Allsop Semi-Final by 2 runs to Emley

Sporting heroes: Gordon Strachan and Ian Botham.  Also Andy Day, a top player and bloke who was taken from us a few years ago after losing his battle with cancer

Favourite opponents: Heckmondwike and Carlinghow—I loved the battles over the years, always played in the right spirit, and always resulting in a beer afterwards, win or lose

Honours: 5 league titles, numerous semi-finals and finals

Football team: Leeds United

“Jonny” Award: 1st Winner for 5 consecutive ducks in league

Favourite catchphrase: It must be Jonny’s round next...

Nickname: Crisp Packet, Knees, Handbags, Skip