SVCC News
Sad News: David Penwarden
Sevenoaks Vine Cricket Club is sad to hear that David Penwarden, a long-standing member and player, died peacefully on Monday 27th October at Pembury Hospital after a period of illness. David was an all-round sportsman and a long standing player, committee member and Vice-President with Sevenoaks Hockey Club as described in the link below. https://www.sevenoakshockey.club/news/david-penwarden-2581400.html… Continue reading
Cultivation Begins!
Happy Monday! As of this morning, we have raised 30% of our target. Thank you to everyone who has generously donated. This morning also marked another landmark stage in the project, with cultivation beginning. The outfield is looking extremely different! If you would like to donate, please follow the weblink: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/sevenoaks-vine-outfield-restoration-1 Thank you for your continued… Continue reading
We Need Your Help!
The Vine is a historic and iconic venue for cricket, with the sport played at the ground since 1734, and no doubt prior. It is also central to the town’s identity and used as a location for the community to exercise, socialise and relax. The Vine has seen an unprecedented number of visitors using… Continue reading
Houillon Leads 1st XI to Final Ball Win Over Tunbridge Wells
1st XI v. Tunbridge Wells Saturday’s 1st XI fixture emulated the classic tale of David vs Goliath, as a youthful and largely inexperienced Vine 1st XI defeated a very strong Tunbridge Wells side. The visitors won the toss and elected to bat but would quickly fall to 41-3 as Chris Vernon (2-50) would remove openers Chris… Continue reading
1st and 2nd XI lose, 3rd XI Win Thriller
1st XI v. Linden Park The 1st XI lost by 71 runs to Linden Park. 2nd XI v. Linden Park The 2nd XI experienced another tough weekend, falling victim to the experience of Linden Park on Saturday. The Vine won the toss and elected to bat first and got off to a flying start with 20… Continue reading