The lines are now closed and the votes have been counted, and the man of the match against Edmonton County Teachers is Mark Cox.

Every minute that Coxy spends on the pitch is another giant step in his progress as an all rounder for Rosaneri Cricket Club. In this game he made a very valuable 11 with the bat, and more importantly stuck around as Jim led the rear guard action.

But it was during Rosaneri’s session in the field where he really came alive. Sometimes in journalism the word “Brilliant” can often be over used, but in this context it is a perfect descriptive term to describe Mark’s efforts. His attitude and body language was an example to all and his determination saved stacks of runs from being added to the total.

Every bowler in the squad in future will be turning to the Captain and saying, “Can you stick Coxy in the covers”.

Mark wins a matching set of the latest Adidas Shower gel and deodorant.