Captains XI beat Chairmans XI

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On a bright spring day, an enthusiastic and vocal Captain's XI beat the Chairman's XI in the traditional season curtain-raiser. The full scorecard will soon be available on this website, but until then, the highlights of the cricket were

New website goes live

Sun, 26 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The OCC committee are pleased to announce that we finally have a new website to offer you as of today. This is no longer a website which we developed and maintained ourselves, rather an off-the-shelf product for which we have bought a licence. Hopefu

WOCC draws first LCF game vs DFCC

Sat, 02 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

Despite dominating the opposition, WOCC was unable to dismiss DFCC in the second innings in order to secure victory in the first LCF league match of the season.

Click on 'Fixtures' then 'scorecard' for more details.

Honourable defeat for Luxembourg U-15s against British School of Paris

Sun, 03 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The first two official matches of the Juniors’ season took place in the beautiful grounds of the Château du Thoiry, west of Paris.

2nd May: Facing a team at least two years older than themselves the Juniors bowled and fielded tenaciously.

OCC 1st XI succumb to Ostend CC

Sun, 10 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI put in the kilometers on the Begian motorways only to lose to a strong Ostend CC side in their first BCF 1st Division match.

OCC 206 all out in 44 overs
Ostend 208-7 in 40

Full match report and scorecard availab

Cows arrive at Walfer

Fri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Pierre Werner Cricket Ground is set to have a significant improvement in the number of spectators, following the introduction of a dozen cows round the perimiter of the ground. This is part of an initiative to redress the balance between ru

WOCC draw vs SCC in LCF league

Sun, 17 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

WOCC was set an unrealistic target of 215 in 25 overs by SCC and duly secured a draw. Match report and scorecard is available under 'Fixtures'.

LCF League table

..............P W D L Pts
CCC.......2 1 1 0 4

Luxembourg Juniors share honours with BSP

Mon, 18 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On the weekend of 16/17 May, we were delighted to reciprocate our recent visit to the British School of Paris by welcoming their Under 15 team to Luxembourg. As they arrived a few players short we were able to offer them some additional playe

OCC 1sts lose by one wicket at Antwerp Indians

Sun, 24 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

OCC 1st XI narrowly lost to AICC in a thrilling match up in Antwerp. Having scored a respectable 242, OCC then conceded 121 runs in the first 15 overs. But a fine spell of bowling from Taral Desai prompted a batting collapse and OCC had AICC o

OCC 2nd XI thrashed by MACC

Sat, 30 May 2009 00:00:00 GMT

OCC 2nds were thorougly outplayed in the BCF 4th Division game today. Click on Fixtures for the scorecard and full match report.

OCC 1sts hammered by Mechelen CC

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

OCC 1st XI's losing streak continued on Sunday with its third successive defeat, leaving it without a win so far in this years' Belgian League campaign. For scorecard and match report click on Fixtures.

Junior cricket - British School Brussels visit Lux

Sat, 06 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday 6th June we were pleased to renew our acquaintance with BSB, welcoming their Under 11 and Under 13 teams to Walferdange. Despite the extremely wet and miserable weather umpires and players all agreed we should play anyway!

Match vs Rugby club 12th June is postponed to a later date

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

OCC 1st XI beat league champions Greens CC

Mon, 08 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI finally registered its first win of the season and against no less than the 2009 BCF league champions. For the scorecard and a full match report click on Fixtures.

OCC 1st XI beaten by Royal Brussels

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The poor start to the season continued for OCC 1st XI as they were comfortably beaten by newly promoted Royal Brussels CC. Click on Fixtures for scorecard and match report.

1st XI lose to Antwerp Indians

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI were unable to chase down 219 runs in 45 overs against the Antwerp Indians and settled on reaching the target of 175 for maximum batting points. Scorecard and match report in Fixtures.

Optimists enjoyed the weekend with Friendly SalixCC in Luxembourg

Sun, 28 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists entertained a touring English side, Salix CC from around the West London area, this past weekend. Two 40-over games were played over the Saturday and Sunday with the Optimists coming out on top on both days.
On the Saturday,

OCC 1st XI lose to Greens CC

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI lost to an eminently beatable Greens CC on the return leg of their BCF campaign. OCC once again failed to post a competitive score with the bat and never gained control with the ball. Greens CC coasted home with 11 overs to spare. Se

OCC 2nd vs Gent

Mon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

The boys from Gent, came all the way from Gent to have a knock on our beautifully prepared ground. The grass was short, the field flat as a chapati, and there was a feeling in the air that the 2nd eleven would finally win a match. It rained a b

1st XI humiliated in league record defeat

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMT

OCC 1st XI passed another milestone on its sorry 2009 campaign. In thrashing the Optimists, Ostend CC established two new league records: highest team total of 411 in 45 overs and highest opening partnership of 292. Scorecard and match report un

Optimists relegated to BCF Division 2

Mon, 03 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT
The Optimists will play in Division 2 of the Belgian League in 2010, after failing to secure a win at Mechelen which would have kept hopes alive going into the final game at Royal Brussels.

In a game reduced to 36 overs per side by heavy mor

1st team lose to Royal Brussels

Sun, 16 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMT

With relegation assured, the first team put in a lacklustre performance against a Royal Brussels who are still in the hunt for the league title. Click on Fixtures for the match report and scorecard

Follow Luxembourg national team online

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT
The Luxembourg national team has left today for Cyprus for this week's ICC Europe 4th division championship. First game is on Tuesday 8th September. Scores updated every five overs on: http://www.icc-europe.org/EURODIV4/index.shtml

WOCC vs DFCC in LCF league final Sunday 27th - come and support

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT
The LCF league final is on this Sunday 27th from 1pm. Come down for the end from about 5pm!

WOCC helped to Luxembourg title

Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMT
In the end, the Walferdange Optimists CC eased to victory over the Duck and Ferrets CC in the Luxembourg league final, but the result should have been closer. Batting first on a beautiful autumn day, the Duck’s innings was built around a 98 run effo

Luxembourg Youth Cricket takes another leap forward

Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMT
In March, Luxembourg’s U13s entered a four team indoor cricket tournament in Zurich against some tough Swiss opposition. This was the first time the youngsters had entered into such an event for this age group and therefore the Twenty over format was

Season Kicks off: Chairman's v Captain's XI 17 April 2010

Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT

World T20 2010 on Eurosport 2

Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMT
The ICC have just announced that the coming World T20 tournament will be broadcast on Eurosport 2 that many of us will have on cable

Winning début for Optimists Juniors in Belgian League

Tue, 04 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Last Sunday junior cricket took another step forward with the participation of an Optimists Under 15 team in the Belgian League. Two matches of 20 overs per side were played at the Royal Brussels Cricket Club.

In the morning match Royal Bru

9 May - Optimists 1sts open with away win in Belgian League

Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Sunday 9 May, Antwerp Away

Optimists 1sts kicked off the 2010 season with an away win at Antwerp yesterday.

Aiming to bounce straight back to Division 1, OCC were put asked to field first. Antwerp were aggressive and achieved early

23 May - OCC 2nds beat Antwerp Indians 2nds

Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Sunday 23 May, Pierre Werner Cricket Ground, Walferdange
Optimists 2nd XI comfortably beat Antwerp Indians 2nd XI by 8 wickets in its first fixture of the Division 4 season. Scorecard to follow.

Juniors extend unbeaten record in Belgian League

Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Last weekend, the Under 15s team of the Optimists Juniors played two more games in the competitive Belgian cricket league and returned home with two more wins. This extends their record to four wins from four games and places them comfortably at the

6 June - OCC 1sts beat Exiles in Belgian League

Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

In the second game of the 1st XI campaign, the ball again triumphed over the bat to give the Optimists a handsome home victory. In a match reduced slightly by rain to 39 overs per innings, OCC bowled out the Ostenders for 130. The target was

Under 14's share honours with Thoiry juniors

Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Over the weekend of 12/13^th June the Optimists U-14’s hosted Thoiry Juniors.

A thrilling game of Belgian League cricket yesterday saw Arcadians reach the target of 194 to win with just 1 wicket remaining.

Junior cricket - Coach training and Academy week

Thu, 05 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMT



The Acad

Under 15’s complete unbeaten league season

Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Last Sunday the Optimists Juniors travelled to Ghent for the final game of the Belgian Cricket Federation Under 15 League against Arcadians. There was an air of quiet confidence following the four previous victories.

Optimists Juniors end the outdoor season with dramatic win in Paris

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

To finish off a highly successful season, the Optimists Juniors cricket team travelled with an U13’s team to the beautiful ground of Thoiry, near Paris. This is always

Star beat WOCC in tight LCF final

Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Star CC edged a very tight play-off final for the Luxembourg cricket league title on Sunday 26th September, beating the Walferdange Optimists CC by one wicket. Batting first on a cool, damp day with a slow outfield,

Under 11's Cricket Juniors shine in Geneva Tournament

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT

Over the weekend of

Robert Deed elected Optimists chairman

Thu, 16 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMT
Robert Deed has been elected chairman of the Optimists at the club's AGM, taking over from the outgoing Mark Fitzgerald. A senior member of the club for many years, it is the third time Robert has presided over the committee.

Tim Andrews

Junior cricket - Bavarian Cup 5 & 6 March - U9s & U12s

Thu, 10 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Last weekend the Luxembourg junior cricket squad took another step into the unknown, participating in the 5^th Bavarian International 6 a-side tournament, played at the European School i

Junior cricket - Bavarian Cup 5 & 6 March - U15s

Wed, 16 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The U15’s took a squad of seven, including five experienced players, Timothy and James Barker, Charlie Ramsden, William Cope and Alex Martin, alongside two promising juniors, Sebastiaan van Gilst

Inaugural Players' Dinner

Sat, 09 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In downtown Gasperich on Saturday 9th April, the Optimists players were treated to a splendid curry in the comfy surroundings of the New Dehli restaurant, owned by our good friend and fellow cricketer Raju Sati.

It was a gr

Ground preparations complete

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT
As the daffodils begin to fade and the hay-fever sufferers collapse in a fit of asthmatic wheezing, the season is just around the corner. Happily the weather has been kind, allowing all sorts of ground preparation activities to already take place.

OCC open the season with a nailbiter at Walferdange

Sun, 17 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The traditional season opening match - Chairman's XI vs Captain's XI - took place on a beautiful sunny afternoon in Walferdange. The captains agreed to play a time game with 'voluntary' retirement at 50 for any batsman.

The Chair

WOCC go down in first LCF game

Sat, 23 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Walferdange Optimists began their LCF campaign this weekend with an away fixture against Arcelor Mittal, played at the Pierre Werner Ground in Walferdange. In

OCC 1st XI cruise to victory in Antwerp

Sun, 24 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Easter Sunday, the Optimists 1^st XI took part in the new look BCL format for 2011 which for the first time incorporates a T20 league as well as the normal 45 over cricket.

Antwerp Indians 2^nd XI w

Optimist XI victorious in first friendly of the season!

Sat, 30 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday, the Optimists travelled to Ohain where they played the Royal Brussels Cricket Club in a 40 over a side friendly fixture.

Skipper, Richard

OCC 1st XI continue winning form!

Sun, 01 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday 1^st May, the Optimists 1^st XI travelled to Ohain to continue their campaign for the BCL Twenty20 cup, this time against PCCB.

On a hot and sunny morning, Joost Me

BBQ for Nijmegen CC weekend

Wed, 04 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

This weekend, OCC host Nijmegen CC from the Netherlands. The weather forcast is excellent and it will be a great opportunity to meet with new cricketers from not so far away. There will be matches on Saturday and Sunday afternoon. The teams h

Optimists XI beat Nijmegen in friendly

Sat, 07 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday afternoon, the Optimists hosted Nijmegen Cricket Club from the Netherlands as they toured Luxembourg for the week-end in a 40 over game.

Skipper, Richard Neale won the toss and decide

Optimists' day in the sun continues

Sun, 08 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Another beautiful day after yet another beautiful day and a great BBQ at the tennis pavillion, was host for the final clash between Nijmegen and the Optimists. Nijmegen won the toss and elected to bat first. They had reversed the batting

Sad news regarding Hans Evers

Wed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

We are very sad to inform you that our fellow cricketer and good friend Hans (Johannes) Evers has passed away last Friday at 19.30 hrs. in the Hospital Municipal in Luxembourg.

Hans was cremated on Tuesday May 10th

OCC 1st XI crushes Gent CC

Sun, 15 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Gent 2nd XI were to be the Optimists 1st XI third fixture in the BCF Twenty20 League. As they arrived 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, Optimists won the toss through default and elected to bat.

Optimists openers

Donations in memory of Hans Evers

Wed, 18 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

In memory of our dear friend, Optimists Member and Communities chairman, Hans Evers, anyone who would like to make a donation in his memory is invited to do so at the 'Fondation Cancer'.
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Come to watch the Optimists in Twenty20 on Sunday (22 May, 2pm)

Fri, 20 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

After three convincing wins in Group 1 of the Belgian League T20 competition, the
Antwerp:

The Under 15 team started their defence of its BCF title with a tough fixture away against the Antwer

WOCC down the Black Stuff with ease

Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Who invented starting a game of cricket at 9.30 on a Sunday morning? Anyway, the ten of Black Stuff took on the nine of WOCC. Actually, BS (I rather like that abbreviation) started out taking on the seven of WOCC until the stragglers finally

Optimists win and through to the Twenty20 Finals Day!

Sun, 22 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, the Optimists 1^st XI played against the winners of last years BCF Premier League, Crescent in a must-win Twenty20 game.

This week-end, the Optimists host Bonn Cricket Club and on Saturday evening there will be beers and pizza after the game on offer for all the players, spectators an

Fun in the sun with Deutsche Welle

Sun, 29 May 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists and Deutsche Welle CC of Bonn played out two close fun/competitive games of cricket on the weekend of 28/29 May.

There was a tie in the Saturday timed game. Batting first, the OCC

Junior Cricket - Under 15’s maintain winning form in Belgian League

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Last Sunday the Under 15 team travelled to Tervuren to meet the British School of Brussels (BSB) on their all-weather pitch. Holiday absences allowed us the opportunity to give débuts to Matthijs Geurtz, Lu

PLAYERS NEEDED! Optimists vs Basel CC 11th/12th June

Sat, 04 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Next week-end, Saturday 11th June and Sunday 12th June, the Optimists CC will host Basel CC in a friendly week-end of cricket.

Please can you update availability if you wish to play in this fixture and a particular call for players for

Optimists have winning start to BCF 45 over league

Sun, 05 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

On a very hot and slightly humid Sunday, the Optimists started their BCF 45 over league campaign. Following a very successful T20 run, the Optimists were brimming with confidence and in search of promotion from Division 1 to the Premier divisi

Lux national team practice match 10th June - sparring partners needed!

Mon, 06 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Gents,

First of all congratulations to the following players who have been selected to play for the Luxembourg National Team in the ICC-Europe Division 2 T20 tournament, to be held on 20th June in Belgium:

Will

Basel games this weekend

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT
The Sunday game on 12 June against Basel will be a T20, at Basel's request, as they need to get away early. That means teas will be served at the end of the match and players have the chance to get away by 17.00 or so...or loiter with intent to consu

Get well soon Piers

Tue, 07 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists would like to wish their friend and long time member Piers Hampton a speedy recovery after his recent operation. We look forward to sharing a beer with him soon. Get well soon Piers.

Optimists 1st XI lose in Semi-Finals against Ostend

Sun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Slightly bleary eyed, the Optimists 1st XI met at the Glacis on Sunday at 7am ready to depart for the finals day of the Belgian Cricket League Twenty20 Cup.

The venue was Royal Brussels and the Optimists were in the first semi-fin

A maiden century and a tie: round up of a great weekend visit from Basel CC

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Basel CC arrived on saturday for a weekend of cricket against OCC at Walferdange.

The saturday game was a 40 over match, played on a perfectly shaved Pierre Werner CG outfield. With the ball racing to the boundary, a high-scoring match w

Postscript to the Basel Weekend

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Dear Robert,

On behalf of the Basel Cricket Club, I would like to thank you, most sincerely, for hosting us at the weekend. As always, we thoroughly enjoyed playing your team. The dinner was fantastic and it was great to catch up with so

WOCC fixture this SATURDAY not Sunday!

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Piers welcoming visitors

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Our friend and feisty Yorkshire cricketer, Piers Hampton, is remaining in hospital for the time-being, after some tough cancer treatment. There being a shortage of cricket-lovers in the corridors of the Centre Hospitalier,

Luxembourg U15s to compete against European rivals at Twenty20 Cricket

Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

It has now been finalized that Luxembourg’s young cricketers will compete in their first formal international Twenty20 tournament in July. Luxembourg will be compet

Luxembourg National Team in action

Fri, 24 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Don't miss all the action at the ICC-Europe Division 2 tournament in Belgium. Use the following link:Whilst the National side were doing battle at the ICC European Division 2 competition in Belgium , the Optimists Cricket Club were to host a side from the UK for the week-end. The Privateers cricket club are part of Turville P

A very forgettable day in Mechelen

Sun, 03 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The day started pretty much ok, with a bit of sunshine and a cloud here and there. The trip to Mechelen was also uneventful, except a small bouchon autour Bruxelles. Oh, and Tony was to be picked up

Luxembourg U15s compete well in Copenhagen

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Greater detail will be provided soon but over the last weekend, the

The Luxembourg Cricket Sixes 2011 - a great weekend of cricket

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

A record number of teams - twelve - contested the Luxembourg Cricket Sixes tournament in Walferdange over the weekend, including two visiting teams (Metz and Strasbourg Strollers). Fuelled by copious portions of an e

Luxembourg's young cricketers exceed expectations in Copenhagen

Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT
From July 1^st to 4^th 2011, 6 t

Sad news about Piers Hampton

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great sadness that we have to announce that our good friend and fellow cricketer, Piers Hampton, has finally lost his battle with cancer. He passed away at close to 14h00 yesterday at t

Details of funeral ceremony for Piers

Wed, 13 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The funeral ceremony for Piers Hampton will be held at the Hamm crematorium on Thursday 14 July at

Optimists 1stXI beat 12 Stars CC

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Optimists 1st Xi cruised to vicotry against 12 Stars CC

Fighting to get back on a winning streak in the BCF 45 over league, the Optimists were faced with a very

Winning Draw for the Optimists

Sun, 17 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT
On Saturday the Optimists were to host the London Saints. This is a cricket club that was started in 1983 by current Optimists member, James Whitworth for all Southampton Football supporters based in London. We can now confirm that there are 14 South

Optimists host another successful junior academy week

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT
For the sixth consecutive year, the Optimists Cricket Club has hosted the annual Cricket Academy Week aimed at further developing the young cricketers in Luxembourg. With

Optimists 1st XI thrash Arcadians CC

Tue, 26 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The optimists were on a high after having won a match very comprehensively against the 12 Stars. But they needed to keep the performances up to maintain the winning streak aga

Heath scores a ton in great Optimists win

Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Optimists 1st XI beat MCCB in Walferdange on Sunday.

With a similar strategy to previous weeks (bat first, score 250 and bowl the opposition out for as little as possible) being adopted again, the Optimists 1st XI had pressure on them

Val Glover Cup ends in a tie

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT
On Sunday, two teams battled for victory and win the Val Glover Cup.

In a friendly yet competitive game Grahams Gladiators (skippered by Graham Cope) took on the might of Tims Trojans (skippered by Tim Andrews).

Both sid

Laws available in other languages

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT

The MCC has now produced the Laws of Cricket in six additional languages. These can be downloaded in PDF format here

Mike Hawkings

Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT
We are sad to hear the news that our friend and fellow cricketer, Mike Hawkings, died on Monday in England. Mike was a life member of the Optimists and Communities cricket clubs, and ever-ready to lend a hand fixing nets and help with junio

OCC wins BCF 2nd Division title 2011

Sun, 14 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT
The last 2nd division match for the 1st XI started in the morning with a last minute replacement for Will Heath who was stuck in NY on an airport. Fortunate enough Phil was ready to take his place in the starting XI, so we had a full team. Rain stopp

OCC tour to Thoiry cancelled

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Due to a lack of numbers we have had to cancel the trip to Thoiry that was due to host a tournament with Royal Brussels, Optimsts and Thoiry CC.

The Maidens will be going and playing against RBCC ladies and Thoiry ladies CC and we wish

Optimists U13s complete outdoor season with two games near Paris

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMT

Last weekend, a squad of 12 young players set off to Paris to represen

Development officer starts - a big step forward for cricket in Luxembourg

Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Saturday 15th October was the first day of Ben Embleton’s employment as Luxembourg’s National Development Officer. Hailing from the northeast of England, Ben (aged 25) is a pretty decent cricketer having played for Durham U17s and in Australian grade

Ground clearup this Saturday 22nd October 15-17hrs

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Many thanks to those who turned out for the ground clear up:

Tim Andrews
Phil Burleigh
Roger and Timothy Barker
Graham Cope
and
The Chairman

We are sure that all members will be please to know t

Indoor Cricket...sign up now!

Mon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT
The indoor season starts again soon and the All Stars are recruiting.
There will be seven 8-a-side games between November and March played
at the ISL. If you would like

OCC AGM and Players' Dinner on Saturday 3 December

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMT
Don't forget to attend the 2011 OCC Annual General Meeting to be followed by a Players' Dinner. See attached for AGM details: 2011 AGM invite.doc

AGM & Awards Dinner Results!

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMT
On Saturday 3rd December 2011 the Optimists combined several formalities into one evening, the AGM, Awards and Players Dinner. The New Delhi Restaurant in Gasperich was the venue and please scroll down to view the newly elected committee and the

OCC in the "Wort"

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT
A profile on the Optimists featured in the 7th March "Luxemburger Wort". Have a look:

wort 7 3 2012 1.pdf
wort 7 3 20

World T20 tickets

Thu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The LCF can apply to purchase tickets at all ICC events, so if you would like to go to the T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka this autumn and can't get tickets through normal channels then let sevanslux@gmail.com know.

Fixtures have been announced!

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The Fixtures for 2012 have now been finalised and are on the website.

There is alot of cricket this year with over 13 1st XI games in both the 45 over and T20 formats as well as 11 touring teams visiting Walfer.

An end of se

Inaugural game at Metz CC

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Metz Cricket Club are hosting thier first match this Sunday (8th April) against the Optimists.

It is the first game that will be played at Metz on thier newly laid pitch and will hopefully be the first of many.

If you would

LCF fixtures online

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The full Luxembourg Cricket Federation fixture list is now online at:

http://luxembourgcricketfederation.hitssports.com/fixtures/default.aspx

Ground preparation day a success

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Important last minute tasks were carried out by a good crowd of around 20 Optimists, Juniors and their fathers, only the day before the opening match of the season, Captain's XI vs. Chairman's XI.

Many thanks to all those w

Cricket season opens with Captain's XI vs. Chairman's XI

Sun, 15 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The editor has recovered enough from his mild hypothermia from having watched 20 overs of the season's opening game to type this report. Amateur estimate of the temperature - approx. 5 degrees Celcius, with what felt like a 10 degree wind chill. Just

1st XI win the first BCF T20 game

Sat, 21 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT
On Saturday 21st April, the Optimists were meeting for the first time for the 2012 season to travel to Mechelen to play against Ostend 2nd XI in the BCF T20 competition. The venue had been moved only the evening before from Ostend to Mechelen du

1st XI humbled at home to Ostend

Mon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The 1st XI were comprehensively beaten on Sunday 29th April.

Ostend 220 all out
Optimists 66 all out

Full match report to follow shortly....

Website availability

Tue, 01 May 2012 08:56:04 GMT
Dear All,

Can I please ask you to update your availability on the website for friendlies and Optimists first XI matches? Every year it is hard work to find volunteers to act as match managers and organize our fixtures and it would be har

Ben Embleton interview on Ara Radio

Tue, 08 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On Wednesday May 9th at 8.30am, Ben Embleton,

Arjun Nandal five wickets on debut

Sun, 13 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI travelled to Gent today to play Arcadians CC in the second 45-over game of the Belgian league season, keen to make amends for their drubbing at the hands of Ostend CC. Optimists fielded first and bowled ACC out for 175, with newcome

Optimists cruise vs. Zami CC

Sat, 19 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Optimists welcomed the visiting side of Zami CC, former club in Holland of OCC skipper Joost Mees. A 35-over match was agreed on in order to have time for a curry and then a quick trip to a local British bar to watch some minor football game.
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Optimists lose to Bourgogne in 20-20 thriller

Sun, 20 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Optimists, looking to expand its network of opposition for friendly matches, hosted Academie Bourgogne CC for the first time. It meant a long journey for our cricketing friends from ABCC, for only one match. And when given the choice, they opted for

OCC Under 13s win opening matches

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The OCC Under 13 team enjoyed a highly successful opening weekend in their Belgian League Season: follow the link to the Wort report:

Bonn surrender in Sunday 20-20

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Beneath the baking hot sun of an early summer Sunday in May, the Optimists took on theirtouring opponents, Bonn CC, in their second encounter of the weekend. TheTwenty20 fixture proved to be a much closer e

1st XI beat Antwerp in 20-20 competition

Sun, 27 May 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI, under the replacement captaincy of Tony Whiteman secured victory against Antwerp CC in the Belgian League's 20-20 competition.

OCC batted first and struggled to get any momentum in their innings in the face of tight bo

Geneva CC in Luxembourg

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT
This weekend, the Optimists hosted Geneva CC for the first time.

Niraj Trivedi was stand-in skipper for the Optimists and in a 40-over format batted first. In the face of a strong Geneva bowling attack, the Optimists team scraped to 1

Match on Sunday vs Geneva/Tour de Luxembourg

Sat, 02 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Just a word of warning to those playing on Sunday 3 June in the match against Geneva: the Tour de Luxembourg cycle race comes through Steinsel and Bereldange on its way from Mersch and continues up the hill from Bereldange to Bridel. All this is sche

Sunday game vs Geneva CC called off

Sun, 03 Jun 2012 12:15:45 GMT

Today's game vs Geneva CC has been cancelled due to bad weather. Thanks to those who made themselves available for this fixture.

The Mowing

Wed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

CLOSET GROUNDSMEN OF THE WORLD, NOW is the time to rise up against the evil oppressors of our work. TOGETHER we can make a difference. We can make the world a better place, or at least the cricket ground.

Brother Graham has

1st XI coast past Exiles

Sat, 09 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

On a windy Saturday afternoon on the coastline of Belgium, Optimists 1st XI skipper Joost Mees won the toss against the Exiles and decided to field first in what was a must win game if the hopes of the T20 finals day were to be kept alive.

A rude awakening for the 1st XI

Sun, 10 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT

The confident 1st XI came down with a bump today vs. a strong Royal Brussels side in the Belgian League 45-over competition. Batting first and all out for a paltry 143 in little over 37 overs, the 1st XI had their backs to the wall.

MCC at Thoiry in 1900 Olympic memorial

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT
http://www.espncricinfo.com/magazine/content/current/story/568760.html

1st XI win against Exiles in BCF League

Sun, 17 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Having been beaten in every game so far this season in the BCF 1st Division, the Optimists knew a win was must if they had any chance of staying in the 1st division.

Skipper Joost Mees won the toss and decided to field first.
Ex

OCC Members are requested to help out at Annual Cricket Academy

Thu, 21 Jun 2012 20:32:43 GMT
As many of you know, the Annual Cricket Academy has developed into an important part of the development process of young cricketers in Luxembourg and 2012 will be the 7th annual event. The dates are set from July 17 to 21st and already over 50 kids h

1st XI squeezed out by Antwerp Indians

Sun, 01 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT

Skipper Joost Mees takes the first team up to Antwerp Indians in the 45-over Belgian League, looking to repeat the recent success in the same format.

Match result later in the day.

UPDATE: Antwerp Indians scored 233

Optimists lose a close game to Greens

Sun, 15 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT
On a wet and miserable day, the Optimists narrowly lost to the Greens CC.
Althought champions from last season, Greens CC were yet to win this season so the Optimists needed to win to help increase thier chances of survival in the top division

Frankfurt week-end Cancelled.

Tue, 17 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Unfortunately Frankfurt CC are unable to come on the week-end of 4th/5th August and so we have had to cancel it.

The 1st XI will now play a BCF 45 over league match vs Crescent at home on Sunday 5th August.

Basel Week-end Report

Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Basel Cricket Club were the visitors last week-end and the Optimists had mixed results against them.

On the Saturday, a 40 over game was played where Basel batted first and were bowled out for 160 thanks to great bowling from Aanand Pa

Luxembourg U18s take on neighbours in ODI tournament

Wed, 01 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT

This coming weekend, many young players who have developed their skills at the Optimists cricket club, will be participating in Luxembourg’s national U18s Cricket squad as they pl

Optimists lose to Crescent

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT
On Sunday, the Optimists CC lost an important game to top of the table Crescent.

Despite a strong bowling performance, the Optimists were unable to chase down 197 in their 45 overs.

Full match report to follow.

Optimists get through to final in T20 finals day!

Sun, 19 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT
On 18th August, the Optimists 1st XI travelled to the home ground of Royal Brussells CC for the BCF T20 finals day.

The Optimists were the only side to appear at the finals day two years in a row.

The Optimists batted fi

Great performance by under-18s at Karlsruhe

Thu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMT
Read all about the success of the under-18s in the Karlsruhe tournament. Congratulations to the team for a great performance!

_Optimists Cricket ICC T20 World Cup 2012 entry form.xls

Dear all

NOTICE OF OPTIMISTS CRICKET CLUB AGM To be held on Saturday 24 November

Players Dinner & Awards Night

Fri, 28 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMT
The Annual Players Dinner and Awards evening have been confirmed for 2nd February 2013.

It should be a great evening and the details are below:

Venue: New Delhi, Gasperich
Date:    Saturday 2nd Febr

Players Dinner & Awards night fun

Sat, 16 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMT
Earlier in February, twenty five Optimists members converged on the New Delhi Restuarant to enjoy and reflect on memories of last season.

Chairman of the Club, Robert Deed along with club captain, Joost Mees presented the awards and they

2013 Fixtures now online!

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMT
The 2013 Fixtures are now online.

Please update your availability as soon as possible to be considered for selection.

If you are not available then please ensure that this is updated as well to save any confusion.

Optimists Junior Cricketers finish hugely successful winter season

Mon, 01 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Many years ago, it was decided that the development of our young cricketers would be enhanced by building up a winter season programme to allow their skills to develop as much as possib

Ground rolling rota and ground preparation - this weekend

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 08:04:51 GMT
Please help with ground preparation this weekend

Rolling - email sevanslux@gmail.com with the times when you can come to the ground on Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th to work

Summer Cricket Training

Thu, 11 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Summer Training 2013

With the weather forecast suggesting warmer and drier days, Optimists outdoor cricket training will begin on Tuesday (16th April) and then Thursday (18th) of next week.

Message from the Skipper

Fri, 12 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Skipper’s Message for the upcoming season

I hope that you are all eagerly awaiting a positive turn in the we

Match manager volunteers please

Sun, 14 Apr 2013 13:53:20 GMT

This message goes out to all current members of the OCC. The new season is upon us and the fixtures are already on the website.

Action to be taken now:

1. Availability

Winning start for WOCC in LCF T20 league

Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

OCC made a fine start to the season with its WOCC side thrashing Black Stuff CC in the first LCF T20 league match.

Scorebook not available at the time of going to print, but Tim Barker made 39, Phil Burleigh 30-

Captain's XI vs Chairman's XI

Sun, 21 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Finally, after a winter that seemed to never end, the classic season starter between the Captain's XI against the Chairman's XI commenced at a beautiful Walfer pitch, under an overcast sky. Perfect swing conditions.

Visiting Frankfurt Team: 11/12 May

Mon, 29 Apr 2013 19:48:04 GMT
Dear Optimists,

In two weeks time we look forward to a visit from Frankfurt Cricket Club. We have always had good, competitive matches with Frankfurt, who are usually a strong side.

So far, availability does not look g

OCC vs Steamboat CC Sat 4 May

Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:15:16 GMT
Fellow Optimists,

We are hosting Steamboat CC this weekend. These guys are already committed for the trip to Luxembourg, and as it presently stands, we only have 6 players who´ve posted their availability for Saturday´s game.

Saturday evening with Frankfurt team

Fri, 10 May 2013 08:10:12 GMT
I am going to arrange a meal on saturday evening for the visiting Frankfurt team. PLease let me know by this evening if you would like to join and, if so, how many. Venue and timing to be determined when I have numbers.

Rob

Optimists lose opening BCF match

Sun, 26 May 2013 00:00:00 GMT
As the Optimists arrived at the MCCB ground, the pitch was sodden. It was therefore agreed to let it dry out as much as possible and have a 14:30 start with a reduced game to 35 overs per side.

The Optimists batted first but unfortunatel

2 June - Metz beat Optimists in friendly

Sun, 02 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT
Summer announced itself with a home friendly for the OCC against neighbours Metz. Despite four wickets from spinner Mike West, the visitors posted an imposing total of 240 in their allotted 35 overs, with an aggressive hundred from the number six bat

New club caps have arrived

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

To commemorate the Optimists Cricket Club’s new logo, the Committee have ordered new caps for all members. The new caps arrived last week from our UK supplier and the first distributio

Richard Neale steps down from selection committee

Tue, 04 Jun 2013 08:24:31 GMT

Dear Members,

Please note that Richard Neale has recently resigned from the selection committee of the OCC, due to extensive work commitments. He will retai

WOCC games on Saturday

Thu, 06 Jun 2013 15:50:55 GMT
WOCC and AMCC have agreed to postpone the LCF 20-20 fixture due to take place on Saturday 8th June at 16h30. A new date will be communicated soon and put in the fixture list.

Those selected to play for WOCC on Saturday should take note

New Marquee at the PWCG

Fri, 07 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

All cricketers that play at Walferdange of any age know the limitations of the current pavilion and so the Optimists Cricket Club have begun to explore whether a permanent replacement is possible.

1st XI hammer Leuven CC in T20 opener

Sun, 09 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists 1^st XI started its T20 campaign officially on Sunday after the first match against MCCB was cancelled earlier in the season. Opponents were Leuven CC, playing one divisio

New WOCC fixture 16th June

Mon, 10 Jun 2013 00:00:00 GMT
It has been agreed to play the postponed LCF match vs. AMCC on Sunday 16th June. For those playing members who are not already playing for another LCF team, please take note and make yourself available (before Tuesday 11th June 18h00) should you wish

Val Glover Cup now to be played on weekend of 3rd August

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:01:50 GMT

Following the cancellation of the weekend playing the Switzerland national team 3/4 August, it has been decided to play the Val Glover Cup on this weekend.

Luxembourg Cricket Academy needs your support

Mon, 01 Jul 2013 13:50:10 GMT

Dear all,

As you all know,

Optimists T20 form continues

Sat, 13 Jul 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI travelled to Wilrijk, the home ground of the Antwerp Indians, last Saturday to play a double header againist Antwerp Indians 1st XI and Ostend Exiles. Skipper Joost Mees lost the toss and we were sent in to bowl first on a lovely sunny

Curry at the ground this Saturday!

Wed, 17 Jul 2013 07:10:19 GMT
Our good friends from Basel CC are visiting us this weekend. We are organising a curry down at the ground after the match on Saturday. Even if you are not playing, it would be great to see you down for a few drinks, a bite to eat and a few laug

This Sunday's game vs Basel CC starts at 12h30

Fri, 19 Jul 2013 08:12:51 GMT
Please therefore arrive at 12h00 to help prepare the ground.

Many thanks

William

Metz CC have cancelled this Saturday's friendly

Tue, 23 Jul 2013 06:34:15 GMT
MATCH CANCELLED - Metz Cricket Club v Optimists Cricket Club Optimists (club side) on Sat 27 Jul 2013 at 13:30

Please take this as an opportunity to review your availability for this weekend. There is a first team league match

Lagaan Cup 15th August

Thu, 08 Aug 2013 07:32:28 GMT
Dear fellow cricketers, the 15th of August will see a very special sort of match, the yearly Lagaan cup. The Indian Association will host a match between members of the Indian community and members of the Optimists Cricket Club. Besides an always enj

3rd Semi Final in a row in Belgian T20 League, but no silverware for 1st XI

Sun, 18 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Sat 17 the 1^st XI headed off to Ohain to play PCCB in their Quarterfinal of the Belgian T20 League in the hope to win the cup this year after reaching the

Sensless destruction at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground

Fri, 23 Aug 2013 00:00:00 GMT

On the night of Tuesday 20th August, what must have been a group of very determined vandals, pretty much destroyed the new tent which we had purchased this year. This was a large, heavy structure which took approximately ten members to put up

First away win for 1st XI

Mon, 02 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT
The last away match for the 1st XI was at RBCC in Ohain against their 2nd XI and we played two debutants, Anurag Tiwary and Murali Ravichandran. Winning the toss, Joost decided to field first in a shortened 40 over match. A great bowling effort by op

There's still cricket to play!!

Tue, 10 Sep 2013 08:05:54 GMT
Dear playing member,

Even though the schools have gone back and the weather has cooled off, there is still some cricket left in the season. Please have a look at the remaining fixtures and update your availability. This weekend, WOCC a

WOCC + Juniors win LCF League 2013

Wed, 18 Sep 2013 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday 7th September saw the completion of the season’s LCF league competition.

Metz, having won the league phase, had already qualified for the final, but the three other teams ha

Optimists and WOCC players needed

Tue, 24 Sep 2013 10:06:02 GMT
Dear Players,

An Indian Summer is on its way and we should all try to make most of it this (and the coming) weekend!

The following matches are being played at the Pierre Werner Oval where temperatures of 25 and up are expect

Ideas for Christmas Presents?

Wed, 27 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT

The winter season is progressing well and soon we will be in December. Now is the perfect time to consider the

Christmas Market drinks - all welcome!

Fri, 29 Nov 2013 00:00:00 GMT
This Friday, 29th November a number of Optimists will be meeting by the Bandstand/Stage in Place d'Armes for a few drinks at the Christmas market.

Time is from 19:00 onwards...so please feel free to come along.

I will be the

It's Cricket Competition Time!

Fri, 03 Jan 2014 10:14:46 GMT

Dear all,

In 2014, the Luxembourg Cricket Federation and the Opt

Cricket competition - reminder

Sun, 09 Feb 2014 14:16:10 GMT

Don't forget to send Graham Cope your predictions for the ICC T20 Cricket Cup tournament coming soon. The entry form has been slightly revised to make it easier fo

Order from the club shop now to be ready for new season

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 10:53:32 GMT

With a hint of spring in the air, now is the time to find your kit bag and order some new gear for the coming season. The range of clothing available through the w

Volunteers needed for Saturday morning – Mole Hill Day!

Tue, 04 Mar 2014 10:56:57 GMT

The spring sunshine has arrived but the state of the Walferdange pitch is very bad. The warm winter has meant the moles have been going wild. It is worse than ever

12th April - Ground Clear-Up

Sun, 23 Mar 2014 00:00:00 GMT
The Ground clear-up has been schedulded for Saturday 12th April at 10:00am.

Please come down and help as there are many task that must be completed on this day to ensure the ground will be ready for the first game later in April.
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Rolling - please choose a time

Mon, 07 Apr 2014 06:58:06 GMT
Hello all

Rolling - next weekend 12/13 April - please put yourself down for some times here and then a rota will be organised: http://doodle.com/83uz3g82mzkxc99r

Also, don't forget Ground preparation

Ground preparation Saturday 12 April: further information

Thu, 10 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Fellow Optimists Members,&n

The beast on the Beast!

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Captains' message for new season: ONLY 2 WEEKS TO GO

Sun, 13 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Dear all,

A warm welcome to the 2014 cricket season. As in previous, we would like to keep up the tradition of sending out

Optimists are recruiting! Free membership for first year

Wed, 16 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT
OCC application form 2014.doc

New players receive the first year membership for free. Please fill in and return the attached form.

Existing members: You can benefit f

First Training Session Monday 21st April

Fri, 18 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

All you keen early season cricketers take note that the first official training session will take place on Monday 21st April, starting 17h00 sharp until 19h30. This is because it still gets dark early-ish. All are welcome to this training ses

Captains vs. Chairmans

Wed, 23 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Dear All,

As you are aware this weekend sees the return of cricket to Luxembourg with

First Team League win

Sun, 27 Apr 2014 00:00:00 GMT
Congratulations to the OCC First XI, who won their opening fixture of the 2014 BCF League season by 3 wickets. Visitors Hasselt were bowled out for 200 inside their 45 overs, thanks mainly to Nishith Gandhi and Tony Whiteman who took 3 wickets each.

Winning start for OCC 1st XI in Belgian League

Tue, 29 Apr 2014 09:15:13 GMT

On Sunday April, 27, the Optimists Cricket Club started their campaign for promotion in the Belgian Cricket League. Optimists 1st XI are currently in Division 2 and there are high expectations to get promoted to Division 1 where the Optimis

Luxembourg 6-aside cricket weekend: 5-6 July 2014

Fri, 09 May 2014 09:02:45 GMT
Dear cricketers,

On Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 July, the Luxembourg Cricket Community gets together for its annual fun weekend of 6-aside cricket. I know its still 8 weeks away, but the sooner we start organising, the better the weekend can

BBQ today at the ground! 16h30 start

Sat, 17 May 2014 09:17:16 GMT
Thanks to our tireless organiser, Tim Andrews, we are hosting a BBQ this afternoon, starting 16h30 until shortly after the match.

This will be the last opportunity to see the 1st XI playing at home for a while.

New Wendy-House: update

Mon, 19 May 2014 00:00:00 GMT
Over last winter the Club Committee decided the time had come to seek a replacement for the so-called "Wendy-House", our hut that has stood by the ground for the last 20 years and houses just about everything the OCC owns (cricket kit, ground equipme

Friendly matches vs Basel this weekend

Mon, 26 May 2014 09:12:58 GMT
Dear All,

We have an exciting weekend of friendly matches vs our long standing friends Basel CC ahead. On Saturday we will play a 40 over match and a curry / bbq will be organized in the evening and Sunday will be a T20 so that they can

Saturday curry with Basel CC

Wed, 28 May 2014 09:39:11 GMT
Dear All,

Saturday evening a curry will be organized for players, spectators and other cricket enthusiasts. Curry will be served at 7 PM.

Can you please let me know at jmees@exeq-partners.lu or 621839999 whether you would li

Optimists Cricket Club host 2014 6-a-Side Tournament

Mon, 30 Jun 2014 00:00:00 GMT

This coming weekend sees the return of the annual 6-a-Side cricket tournament, this year organised by the Optimists Cricket Club. Taking place at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange, the tournament has become an important and hugely fu

6-aside: latest team news

Wed, 02 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

This coming weekend the OCC continues its long tradition of a mid-summer 6-aside competition and this is the high point in our social cricket programme.

The competition will feature 11 teams:

ABN-AMRO (led by Sameep Jangi

6-aside rules

Thu, 03 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists Cricket Club

Luxembourg Cricket Federation

The Annual 6-a-

6-aside latest order of play: please note changes

Fri, 04 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Royal Brussels hosted the Optimists on a day which forecasted consisted rain and some thunderstorms along the way. With the inclusion of three debutants, Captain Ben Embl

Optimists 1st XI win away in Heerlen

Sun, 27 Jul 2014 00:00:00 GMT
On a very humid but warm and sunny day, the Optimists ventured to The Netherlands for thier seveneth BCF League Fixture.
Things did not start well for skipper Joost Mees who not only lost toss but realised all of this cricket clothes were left

Game has been cancelled

Fri, 15 Aug 2014 07:24:14 GMT
MATCH CANCELLED - Optimists Cricket Club Optimists (club side) v Lagaan Cup on Fri 15 Aug 2014 at 13.00

LAGAAN CUP CANCELLED DUE TO BAD WEATHER

Fri, 15 Aug 2014 07:27:49 GMT
Dear All,

Regretfully we have decided that today's match is cancelled due to weather and the state of the ground after a night full of rain.

In order to make sure I know you have received this message can you please either

10% discount on club clothing!!

Wed, 27 Aug 2014 11:02:17 GMT

Dear fellow OCC member,

Please note that our clothing provider is offering a 10% discount on any purchase made between now and the end of September this year. If you wish to benefit from this, please go to the usual link:

WOCC match this weekend CANCELLED

Tue, 16 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

Dear All,

LCF Finals: Saturday 27 September

Mon, 22 Sep 2014 00:00:00 GMT

The LCF finals matches are now fixed for next Saturday. They will be played as T20s, following the usual rules. 10.30: CCC vs Star (4th vs 3rd) 14.00: WOCC vs AllCC (2nd vs 1st) CCC and WOCC are designate

Charity Cricket Book Auction

Mon, 29 Sep 2014 16:00:54 GMT
Please have a look at this message from Bryan Rouse, all in a good cause.
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Save these dates!

Sat, 04 Oct 2014 10:18:32 GMT

Dear OCC members,

We have come to the end of another cricket season, although the weather seems still suitable for cricket.

In the coming weeks we have a number of dates for your calendars:

Saturday 11 Octobe

OCC 2014 Awards Dinner

Wed, 29 Oct 2014 09:25:46 GMT
Dear all,

As announced in the "save the date" a couple of weeks ago, the Club's Awards Dinner will take place on Saturday 15 November at 19.30 at the Clubhouse of the Stade Emile Bintner, rue Jacques Stas, L-2549 Luxembourg-Gasper

Anjugam School Project: sponsor Anvita in the Chennai marathon

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 21:19:45 GMT
Dear All

Thanks to all the contributions received for Anjugam School Project, we have successfully managed to complete the school building, the kitchen & lunch halls for the school in Chennai India. Our daughter Anvita is attempting

OCC AGM: Thursday 27 November

Tue, 25 Nov 2014 00:00:00 GMT
The Club's annual general meeting of all its members is your opportunity to influence the running of the Club.

So please come along to the Centre Prince Henri in Walferdange (opposite the mairie car park) at 19.30 0n Thursday 27 November

Cricket Competition Time - World Cup Predictions Competition to help Junior Cricket

Mon, 12 Jan 2015 16:41:27 GMT

It’s competition time! Just when you thought it may not happen, it is time to launch the annual ‘Predictions Competition’ as th

Winter nets for all keen adult cricketers!

Mon, 09 Feb 2015 12:59:22 GMT

This year will see the revival of the Optimists Cricket Club Golf Day.

It will be held on Saturday 30th May at Golf Club Clerv

Get kitted-out for the new season

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT
To receive your reasonably priced OCC cricket whites, jumpers, caps... delivered in time for the season, please visit Following the interest and efforts shown in the previous session, we have managed to sec

Subscriptions: early season discount ends soon!

Thu, 26 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT
OCC members are reminded that 2015 subscriptions are now due.

Most importantly, the early season discount whereby you pay Euro 110 instead of Euro 150 expires at the end of next week on 3 April.

So please pay up now and bene

2015 Fixtures Now Live!

Sat, 28 Mar 2015 00:00:00 GMT
The Fixtures for 2015 are now live!
Please update your availability on the website as soon as possible!

Adult Indoor Training & Nets – this week Friday April 3rd 4.30pm at ISL

Wed, 01 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT
This Friday is your last chance to get some indoor practice before the outdoor season starts.

A training session will start at 4.30pm for three hours on Friday April 3rd at the ISL (International School Luxembourg)&n

Optimists Cricket Club: your guide to the upcoming 2015 season

Wed, 08 Apr 2015 16:37:16 GMT
New Season Guide

Dear all,

A new outdoor season of cricket in Luxembourg soon approaches. As Chairman of the Optimists Cricket Club, I thought it would help if I published a summary of information for existing an

Ground preparation: BIG THANKS.....

Sat, 11 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT
BIG THANKS to those that came and helped with the ground preparation work today (saturday 11 April): Tim Andrews, Mick Swithinbank, Steve Evans, Roger and James Barker, Ben Embleton, Murali (with injury), Tamilselvan, Jeff Stone, Will Stock...have I

Captains vs Chairmans - Fixture Update

Sat, 11 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT
The Opening match of the 2015 Cricket Season for the Optimists - Captains vs Chairmans will now take place on Saturday 25th April (the day before it was previously scheduled).

Please update your availability and see you on Satu

Important! Urgent work needed on the ground 18th April

Mon, 13 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The ground and nets are currently NOT useable. Please help

The ground is bumpy and needs rolling
The nets have too much slippy mould which must be removed
Other important tasks need doing

Please

Ground preparation - Saturday 18th April 10.00 & rolling rota

Thu, 16 Apr 2015 08:51:35 GMT
Hello all

Please be there on Saturday 18th April 10.00 for the ground preparation. Urgent tasks are the substantial work needed in the nets and some dangerous holes dug by animals in parts of the outfield. There are many other jobs

LCF league schedule and regulations

Thu, 23 Apr 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Here are the LCF league schedule and playing regulations:

Dear Members,

As a club we have been very lucky with the support we have and continue to receive from the Commune of Walferdange. With the hope of gaining approval to install a new pavilion,

Narrow defeat for Optimists in opening friendly game.

Sun, 03 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

On Saturday the Optimists played their first friendly match against 12 Stars CC from Brussels. 12 Stars have had a recent meteorite rise and are currently the Belgian Cricket League 1^st Divisio

Cricket Training Tonight - 7th May

Thu, 07 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Busy weekend ahead for Optimists CC. Three competitive matches in 2 days (2 in LCF League

Confident Win for the 1st XI

Mon, 11 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT

An early but sunny start to a Sunday morning in early May saw the Optimists 1^st XI embarking on their second BCF league match against Hasselt CC after having a frus

Optimists Golf Day!

Sat, 30 May 2015 00:00:00 GMT
On Saturday 30th May was the re-birth of the Optimists Golf Day. 7 Optimists ventured up to Clervaux to play the 18 holes and enjoy the 19th!
It was a great day with Joost Mees securing the top spot on the leader board. Nearest the Pin wa

Relaying wicket successfull

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT
On Wednesday 3rd July, various volunteers from OCC successfully relayed the wicket with the help of the specialist from Notts Sports who we had flown over to help us.

Underneath the wicket are two underlay mats and then compacted sand.

Sign up for a curry at the ground on Saturday evening

Wed, 03 Jun 2015 17:56:35 GMT
Who fancies a curry after the game on Saturday at 19.30?

Our friends Deutsche Welle from Bonn will be at Walfer this weekend and we are going to have one of our traditiona

Hat-Trick for Codd but Optimists just lose

Sat, 06 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

After the huge storms of Friday night, it was lovely to see the skies clear and the temperature climb. It’s never too hot to play cricket. DW, old friends and visitors over many years won the toss and elected to bat. Hitting o

Optimists have revenge!

Sun, 07 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

An excellent all-round performance by the Optimists meant that regular visitors Deutsche Welle CC were unable to register a second win in two days and left Luxembourg having won one and lost one. W

Codd Family - cricketing legends!

Mon, 08 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT
Not many cricket clubs have bowlers that have taken a hat-trick. It is an amazing feat to take three wickets in three consecutive balls, but on Saturday 6th June, Wayne Codd managed just this against Deutsche Welle CC at Walferdange, the home of Opti

Message from the Selection Committee

Tue, 09 Jun 2015 21:07:15 GMT

For many years this Committee has been badly named. Its main role had become to run around trying to find and persuade players to play so that the Club coul

OCC 6-aside: 27/28 June 2015

Thu, 11 Jun 2015 22:10:49 GMT
Dear all,

Time to get your teams together for the annual 6-aside cricket weekend!

The dates are above and we welcome entries of teams from throughout the Luxembourg cricketing community.

For those not familiar w

Records tumble for OCC in Brugges

Mon, 15 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday the Optimists 1st XI beat Brugges CC in the Belgian League. It was a day of records as OCC recorded its highest ever Belgian League todal of 374 runs in 45 overs. William Heath and Richard Neale put on a 234 run partnership for the

6-a-Side tournament

Fri, 19 Jun 2015 00:00:00 GMT

Next weekend (June 27/28, 2015) sees the return of the annual 6-a-Side cricket tournament to Luxembourg, organised by the Optimists Cricket Club.

Last year’s tournament, though marred by poor weather on the Saturday, was a triumph for the

Change in Fixtures this Saturday

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT
Unfortunately Frankfurt CC are no longer able to come this week-end.
However, on Saturday 11th July, the Optimists will take on the Luxembourg U'19 side in a 50 over match (rotating OCC players!).
Please update your availability to be co

This Weekend - Barnet CC - BBQ/Curry

Mon, 27 Jul 2015 00:00:00 GMT
Dear All,

This weekend we will be welcoming our friends from Barnet Cricket Club for matches on Saturday and Sunday. Starting during the second innings and following the conclusion of the match on Sunday (probably finishing aroun

Cricket In Pink Event on Saturday August 29th

Mon, 03 Aug 2015 13:22:08 GMT
Dear all,

You may have already heard that the Optimists CC is hosting an event later in August is support of the Think Pink Cancer Charity of Luxembourg. All the details are in the attached file and please let Graham Cope know if you wan

5 out of 5 ain't bad!

Tue, 18 Aug 2015 09:11:43 GMT
You may have read about the OCC first team winning its 5th match out of 5 in the Belgian League last sunday. The team's success so far this season has been fantastic to follow and watch. Members and cricket lovers have the opportunity to watch the te

Game has been cancelled

Wed, 19 Aug 2015 09:34:41 GMT
MATCH CANCELLED - Optimists Cricket Club Optimists (club side) v HCC Cricket Club on Sat 22 Aug 2015 at 13:00
Attachments :

6 out of 6 is even better

Sun, 23 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT
OCC dodged the showers today to win a rain-shortened match against Antwerp Indians by 7 wickets. Having bowled out AICC for 226 in 43.3 overs (Gandhi 3-38), OCC had 25 overs to score 129 and reached the target in 18 overs for the loss of Will Heath f

1st Team Stumble in Mechelen

Sun, 30 Aug 2015 00:00:00 GMT

The 1st XI travelled up to Vrijbroekpark in Mechelen for its penultimate league match of the season, looking to continue with its success so far. They were greeted with the slightly surreal situation of the neighbouring field hosting some Hig

Optimists retain Butter Cup

Mon, 07 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT
OCC triumphed in the annual weekend's fixtures against old friends Strasbourg Strollers at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground this weekend. Back-to-back wins meant that the historic black and white trophy will stay in the Grand Duchy for another year.<

OCC win final BCF League match

Mon, 21 Sep 2015 00:00:00 GMT
OCC won its final BCF League match on sunday to make it 7 victories out of 8 matches played and this virtually ensures that we have won the 2nd Division. We hope to be invited to go up to the 1st Division for the first time in some years.

GROUND CLEAR-UP DAY - THIS SATURDAY (10 OCTOBER 2015)

Thu, 08 Oct 2015 10:47:42 GMT
Dear All,

This Saturday at 11 am is the start of the last outdoor Optimists event of the outdoor season- the ground clear up day.

This is a really important day as we close up the ground for the winter and we need as much h

BCF League 2015 and 2016

Wed, 28 Oct 2015 15:52:04 GMT
Dear all,

I know many of you will want to know how our victory in the BCF League Division 2 will affect us for 2016.

Firstly, I can confirm that we were duly recognised as Division 2 champions for 2015. Secondly we were elig

OCC Annual General Meeting of Members

Mon, 09 Nov 2015 09:22:48 GMT

Dear All,

On Thursday 19th of November

Optimists AGM - change of location to Hotel Moris

Tue, 17 Nov 2015 21:41:01 GMT
Due to the book festival taking place at Centre Prince Henri, the Optimists AGM will instead take place in the meeting room at Hotel Moris. The hotel is by the Walferdange roundabout.

Date and time unchanged: Thursday 19 November 2015, 2

OCC Annual Awards Dinner

Tue, 05 Jan 2016 22:40:25 GMT

Dear Friends

As announced previously, the Optimists Annual Awards Dinner is being organised on Friday 22

Save the Date: Club 40th Anniversary

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

As many will know, 2016 is the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Optimists Cricket Club, as the first cricket club in Luxembourg.

To celebrate this anniversary, we plan an event to coincide with the last day of the Juniors Cricket Aca

Optimists 2016 season BCF fixtures becoming clearer

Wed, 03 Feb 2016 00:00:00 GMT

We have now received confirmation from the Belgian Cricket Federation (BCF) about our participation in the 2016 season and th

OCC Membership 2016

Fri, 04 Mar 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Dear All,

Please find below the membership details for the 2016 season.

Dear all,

The OCC is 40 this year. This will be a great way:
-To celebrate cricket in Luxembourg

Big Weekend Ahead

Mon, 11 Apr 2016 14:42:20 GMT

Firstly, the weekend ahead is dedicated to our Ground Set-Up process and currently the weather forecast is good. We need as many volunteers as possible as there is much work to do to prepare the pla

THIS COMING WEEKEND - GROUND SET-UP

Tue, 12 Apr 2016 07:39:32 GMT

Further to yesterday's email, please find below some additional information.

THIS COMING WEEKEND - GROUND SET-UP

From 9am on both Saturday and Sunday (16/17 April), pl

Parking at Walferdange

Wed, 13 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members,

Ahead of the start of the outdoor season please see the below article, from 2015, regarding parking at the ground.

As a club we have been ver

Optimists Cricket Club - 2016 Season Preview

Thu, 14 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Following an excellent 2015 season, the forthcoming cricket season is eagerly anticipated by all at Optimists CC with the club celebrating its 40^th anniversar

New Season brings new OCC cricket kit range via our new web shop!

Mon, 18 Apr 2016 00:00:00 GMT
The Optimists CC is proud to announce the launch of a new web shop with an exciting new range of cricket clothing proudly showing the club’s logo. The new web shop is already live and fully functional and can be accessed via this link Chairman's lost to a superior Captain's team in today's season opener. The Captain's XI was short of the Captain, detained at home by

This Weekend - Curry with touring side - Deutsche Welle CC

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 12:52:43 GMT

Dear All,

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Big Weekend ahead at Walferdange!

Sat, 14 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Firstly, on Saturday, Walferdange Optimists CC (WOCC) begin their LCF League campaign with a game vs Star CC

Optimists Win Opening Game of the Season!

Sun, 15 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, the Optimists Cricket Club started their title defence of the Belgium Cricket League Division 2 against Hasselt CC at the Optimists home ground in Walferdange.

The club took delivery today of a ‘triple mower’ in Walferdange as a long-term replacement for the trailed gang

6-a-Side 2016

Tue, 07 Jun 2016 11:37:20 GMT

Dear all,

It's time, once again to get your teams together for the annual 6-a-Side cricket weekend!

This year's edition will be taking place on the weekend of the 2nd/3rd of July and we welcome entries of teams from throughout the Lu

Optimists 1st XI register 3rd League Win – just!

Sat, 11 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

This was a victory that was truly hard-earned in many ways. Firstly, the match only happened thanks to the hard work put in during the week and last night to get the Walferdange pitch fit for cricket. Without that ef

Book your place now for the 40th Anniversary!

Fri, 17 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT
A celebration for the whole cricket community!
Forty years ago there was hardly any cricket played in Luxembourg an

OCC 1sts secure 4th win after another tense chase

Sun, 19 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sunshine finally made an appearance as the first team warmed up on the excellent outfield at Royals Brussels CC, whilst skipper Will Heath won the toss. The plan was set to bowl first

Eight teams enter 6-aside: playing order rules and results

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Eight teams have entered the 6-aside this weekend. Fewer teams are in this year, which is just as well, as we cannot use the Rugby pitch. But the quality is high with the prospect of a really good competition among closely matched teams. The quali

A clinical win for the Optimists in their second match of the weekend against Basel CC

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

A clinical performance from the Optimists today saw them defeat Basel, by 14 runs, in the T20 the weekend’s two fixtures.

OCC batted first in good conditions until

Optimists win a hard fought friendly match against Basel on 25 June 2016.

Mon, 27 Jun 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The visiting team from Basel, Switzerland arrived on a rainy Saturday morning with a thick grey cloud cover looming over the Walferdange mountains on a typical Luxembourgish summer day just a couple of days afte

6-a-Side 2016 - A great weekend with G6 the worthy winners

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Playing on a smaller ground and a reduced time format, the purpose of the week-end is to have enjoyable, friendly and social games of cricket where everyone can play coupled with food and drinks throughout the days.

This year, there were 8

Fixture change Saturday July 16th

Thu, 07 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Unfortunately, Düsseldorf Blackcaps have had to withdraw from their planned visit on July 16 and 17th. A replacement match for Saturday July 16th is now confirmed versus Liege CC starting at 12.30. It is hoped to be 45 over match under BCF l

Junior academy - volunteers needed

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Confirmation of teams for the Big Match at the 40th Event

Mon, 18 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Listed below are the final teams for the celebration T20 match on Saturday July 23^rd. All players needs to be at the ground before 4pm to assist in the set-up and for team p

IMPORTANT - 40th Anniversary Information

Thu, 21 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Dear All,

With the 40th Anniversary event taking place this Saturday, we just wanted to take this opportunity to make you all aware of a slight change to the start time of the match

Optimists 1st XI continue winning run despite some new challenges

Mon, 25 Jul 2016 00:00:00 GMT

Sunshine baked the Pierre Werner Oval in Walferdange today to provide a fitting setting for the annual Lagaan Cup. This is a traditional match played between the Optimists CC and Indian Association of Luxembourg (IAL

A Double Win vs Deutsche Welle CC

Mon, 22 Aug 2016 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists welcomed back our friends from Deutsche Welle CC for 2 games last weekend in near-perfect conditions. Saturday's match was a 40 over challenge and the visitors did well to score 242 for 9 after a lower order fightback. Pick of the bo

Optimists just lose against Afghan CC

Sat, 03 Sep 2016 00:00:00 GMT

After a delayed start, Skipper In the year that the Optimists Cricket Club enjoyed its 40^th anniversary, further celebrations followed on Sunday after a thrilling final-over win to clinch the Belgian Leag

Last Matches of the Season vs Journeymen CC and Final Curry

Tue, 27 Sep 2016 07:29:25 GMT

The last matches of the season are coming up this weekend. Please update your availability before 4 pm this afternoon (Tuesday 27th) in order to be considered for selection.

To welcome our guests, Journeymen CC this weekend, we will b

Ground Clear up - 8/9 October 2016

Mon, 03 Oct 2016 11:05:11 GMT

Dear All,

After a great weekend of matches against our new friends Journeymen CC, the outdoor season of 2016 has come to an end. After matches over 5 calendar months, the time has come for us to close up the cricket ground for the winter&nb

GROUND CLEAR UP COMPLETE!

Sat, 08 Oct 2016 13:25:58 GMT
Who'd have thought it. At 2pm on the Saturday, the ground clear up is already finished proving that many hands really do make light work.

A massive thank to everyone who was able to come down and help today. Helpers for Sunday are

Optimists Cricket Club AGM and Annual Awards Dinner 2016

Mon, 28 Nov 2016 08:33:54 GMT

It was a fantastic evening this past Saturday as Optimists Cricket Club held its AGM and annual awards dinner.

There were some very deserving winners of the awards and some important changes to the OCC committee for 2017

Optimists Christmas Market Drinks

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 00:00:00 GMT
Dear Optimists,
Please find the details of the upcoming 2017 outdoor cricket season below:

Full Membership<

IMPORTANT INFORMATION - GROUND SET-UP

Tue, 07 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Dear All,

As the outdoor season approaches, it’s ti

Obituary - Angus Mackay

Mon, 27 Mar 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It is with regret that the Club announces the passing of one of its founding members, Angus Mackay, on 21^st March. The origins of the OCC go back to the early 1970s. With the accession of the UK to the then common market,

Optimists Golf Day 2017 - sign up now!

Sun, 02 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The start of the new cricket season is nearly upon us with various fixtures and events to look forward to. The annual Optimists CC Golf day will be held on 1^st May (Monday Bank Holiday) at the picturesque Clervaux Golf course (Dear All,

The 2017 outdoor season is nearly here and that can only mean that cricket is imminent.

Optimists beat 12 Stars CC in season opener!

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists CC started their season incredibly early, but who would of thought having the first game on 9^th April would feel like it should have been 9^th August weather-wise. Thanks to the hard work and efforts of various m

Chairmans XI victorious in opening match

Sat, 22 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The traditional Optimists Cricket Club season opener – Captains vs Chairmans took place on Saturday. However, with Chairman Will Heath still hobbling around on crutches and his deputy away, it was left to the Club Secretary, Wayne Codd to lead the

1st XI win opening game of the season!

Sun, 23 Apr 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists 1^st XI begin season with win at Antwerp Indians.

As the new season begins, Optimists travelled to Antwerp Indians ne

Optimists Golf Day

Mon, 01 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists Cricket Club held their annual golf day yesterday at Clervaux Golf Club.

Although the weather was cold, we did have outbreaks of sunshine and on the whole it stayed dry.

Some notable mentions were Joost Mees making his

WOCC beat CCC in LCF opener

Sat, 06 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

In WOCCs opening LCF match of the 2017 season, 9 brave WOCCers battled it out against the might of CCC.

Skipper, Richard Neale lost the toss and WOCC were asked to have a bowl.

WOCC opened with Mohit and Bobby who both bowled with li

Optimists lose to RBCC

Sun, 07 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists 1^st XI travelled to the picturesque ground of Royal Brussels Cricket Club in their second match of the Belgian Cricket Federation League.

Winning the toss, Richard Neale decided to bat first. Unfortuna

Optimists 1st XI back on track with a Win against Antwerp

Sun, 14 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Following a thunderous downpour on Sunday morning, the clouds parted and the sun was shining brightly at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange in time for the Optimists 1^st XI to host Antwerp Cricket Club in the third Belgian

Optimists lose to Basel CC in friendly week-end

Sun, 28 May 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Baking hot is probably the best way to sum up the weather conditions at The Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange over the week-end, where Optimists hosted Basel CC.

Saturday, the team was skippered by James Barker and a

Optimists 1st XI march on with win against AICC

Sun, 04 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Sunday 4^th June 2017 saw a must win match for the Optimists Cricket Club in Luxembourg. Hosting Antwerp Indians Cricket Club at the picturesque Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange, Optimists had already beaten Antwerp Indians on

IMPORTANT REMINDER - Parking at Walferdange

Wed, 07 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members,

As a club we have been very lucky with the support we have and continue to receive from the Commune of Walferdange. With the hope of gaining approval to install a new pavilion,

Luxembourg Cricket come second in Central European Cricket Cup

Sun, 11 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Over the week-end, Luxembourg competed against Poland, Switzerland and hosts Czech Republic for the Central European Cricket Cup in Prague. The cup would be played over three days, with each team competing against each other in a 50 over match.

Captain’s vs Vice Captain’s Selection Tri-Series

Wed, 21 Jun 2017 07:14:03 GMT

The Optimists CC Committee has been reflecting upon how to offer more cricket to the growing numbers of keen players within the Luxembourg cricket commu

Trident Trust 6-a-side Cricket Competition!!

Thu, 22 Jun 2017 00:00:00 GMT

It is nearly here, the annual 6-a-side cricket tournament and this year, it is being kindly sponsored by Trident Trust.

8 Teams will battle it out for the trophy and during the week-end of the 1st & 2nd July. There will be a host of act

VERY IMPORTANT - Parking at this weekend's 6-a-Side

Sat, 01 Jul 2017 07:40:39 GMT

Dear All,

Please be informed that we have been requested by the local commune not to park on the residential side of the road by the pitch. If all spaces on the pitch side are taken, please park in the pidal swimming pool overflow car par (

Optimists 1st XI lose in thriller vs Ghent CC

Sat, 29 Jul 2017 00:00:00 GMT

After a months break, the Optimists Cricket Club were back in action in the Belgian Cricket League.

Ghent CC were the hosts and the drive up early on Saturday morning was shrouded in dark clouds and (according the iphone weather forecast) 8

Optimists 1st XI Back on Track with a Win

Sun, 06 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

On a glorious day at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdance, the Optimists 1st XI played host to new opposition Liege CC, promoted at the end of last season.

Despite losing the toss, the Optimists got what they

Another win for Optimists 1st XI

Sun, 13 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

For the second week in a row, the Optimists 1st XI played host to Liege CC in the Belgian Cricket Federation’s division 2. As the league begins to tighten at the top bonus points are beginning to play a significant role and with this knowledge cap

Over 40's competition this week-end!

Mon, 14 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

The Eternal Optimists – OCC’s new Over 40’s team is now ready for action

This coming weekend, we will be ho

Jack Simmons visit Wed 23rd August

Wed, 16 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

As you may already know, Jack Simmons our club Patron, former Lancashire cricketer and current County Chairman of Lancashire County CC, will be visiting Luxembourg next week. In honour of his visit, we will be putting on an evening

Cricket in Pink Charity Match this Saturday Aug 26th at 1pm

Tue, 22 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT

As you may already know, this coming Saturday (26th August) at 1pm, the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange will be hosting important fundraising event in support

Duncan Bush

Fri, 25 Aug 2017 00:00:00 GMT
The club is very sad to learn that Duncan Bush, a member of the Optimists for many years, has passed away in England. Duncan served on the club's committee in the early 2000s and will be remembered as a passionate and enthusiastic cricketer and cri

Another good win for OCC 1st XI as season arrives at business end

Mon, 28 Aug 2017 16:10:59 GMT

On a hot, humid day the Optimists Cricket Club 1st XI played hosts to Gent Cricket Club at their home ground in Walferdange. Gent were one of only two teams to have beaten the Optimists this season, in a high scoring game away in Ghent. Captain Ri

1st XI march on with another victory

Sun, 03 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Antwerp Cricket Club were the hosts for the Optimists 1st XI this weekend gone by, the first away game in a month. While Antwerp were defeated comprehensively in the home fixture, they were on a good run of form and had recently beaten league lead

Ike Siddiqui Memorial Match in Brussels 16th September 2017

Fri, 08 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Ike Siddiqi Memorial Match

Optimists 1st XI win BCF 2nd Division for third year in a row!

Sun, 10 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

After 9 matches, it all came down to the final match for the Optimists Cricket Club 1st XI in the Belgian Cricket Federation Division 2 league. In a title deciding encounter the Optimists played hosts to second placed Royal Brussels Cricket Club,

WOCC win the LCF League!

Sun, 17 Sep 2017 00:00:00 GMT

After an excellent semi-finals day, WOCC advanced to Sundays match by winning on run-rate against Star. Heritage progressed through to finals day on merit, by finishing top of the league, as a result of thei

Ground Clear up - 14 October 2017

Fri, 06 Oct 2017 06:46:24 GMT

Dear All,

After a fantastic season of cricket, the outdoor season of 2017 has come to an end. After matches over 6 calendar months, the time has come for us to close up the cricket ground for the winter and move to the indoor format.

AGM on Thursday 23rd November

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 00:00:00 GMT

Please be advised that the OCC AGM will

2nd Team captain/manager

Mon, 06 Nov 2017 18:32:17 GMT

Dear fellow Optimists,

We held our first committee meeting after the AGM in November. A number of topics were discussed and I would like to update you on them. First and foremost the committee’s roles and responsibilities were established as follows:

Important Club Notice

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members,

The Walferdange commune has reached out to our club to ask for our assistance in an upcoming event in raising money for a very good cause (see further down email for more information).

As we ver

Chairman's Update 29th Jan 2018

Wed, 31 Jan 2018 10:27:01 GMT

Firstly, I would like to wish you all a Happy New Year. Secondly, some good news and bad news. Bad news: subscriptions fo

OCC Annual Awards Dinner 2017/2018

Tue, 06 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT

To be held on Saturday 10 March 2018, 18h30 at New Delhi restaurant, 165 Muehlenweg, 2155 Luxembourg

New Optimists Club Shop 2018 goes live today!

Fri, 16 Feb 2018 00:00:00 GMT
New Optimists Club Shop 2018 goes live today!

Starting today we are happy to inform our OCC members that the

Optimists Cricket Club secures key new sponsorship from Exequtive Partners

Fri, 09 Mar 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Breaking news - Optimists Cricket Club secures key new sponsorship from Exequtive Partners

As preparations for an excit

Televie 2018

Wed, 21 Mar 2018 09:06:56 GMT

Dear Members,

As the Televie charity event approaches, we need

Important Information

Mon, 02 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Finally, a little bit of sunshine and the cricket season is approaching fast. Please read all of this e-mail as it contains important actions and information.

Firstly, you need to become a member for 2018 - so that means paying your members

Optimists 1st XI lose rain effected 1st game in BCF

Sun, 15 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday the 1st XI set about defending their BCF 2nd Division title with an away trip to Mechelen to play Eagles CC.

Upon arrival, the ground was water-logged on one side. Although everything looked like the match would have to be abandon

Optimists lose opening BCF T20 game

Sat, 21 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Saturday saw the Optimists Cricket Club start their Belgian Cricket Federation T20 campaign against Liege CC.

Blue skies, sun shining and to begin with all was right with the world. Skipper, Richard Neale won the toss and elected to bat.

Optimists 1st XI Back on track with two wins

Sat, 28 Apr 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Last Saturday, the OCC 1^st XI travelled to Gent to play the remaining 2 T20 games league games against Ostend Exiles and Gent XI. Having lost the first game against Liege the previous week, we needed to win both these games to stay in c

Embleton smashed 150 to crush ICCB

Sun, 06 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, 6^th May the Optimists Cricket Club hosted ICCB (International Cricket Club Brussels) on a beautiful sunny day at the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground in Walferdange. BBQ was lit and the TV cameras of RTL were even present to what

Luxembourg Cricket Federation announces squad for the Central Europe Cup in Prague from June 15-17th 2018

Wed, 23 May 2018 19:35:06 GMT

Message from National Team Captain - Tony Whiteman

OCC 2nd XI kickstart 2018 campaign with a win over Basel CC in their first friendly

Fri, 25 May 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Match Report - 19/May/2018 -OCC vs Basel CC

OCC Trainings will happen only on Tuesdays!

Thu, 31 May 2018 16:10:52 GMT

Optimists,

Please note that OCC trainings will happen only on Tuesday nights starting from 6pm at the PWCG.

There will be no training session for OCC on Thursday nights. Please ensure you mark your calendars

It's Back !!! -Trident Trust Annual 6-a-side Tournament (Sat 14 & Sun 15 July) -- Requesting Entries

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Hi All,

Luxembourg National Squad for Luxembourg T20 Tournament – 6-8 July 2018

Juniors Academy - OCC players support requested - 17-21 July 2018

Sat, 30 Jun 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists,

Help requested for the juniors academy from 17^th to 21^st July 2018.

Please find below the message from our Juniors coordinator Roger Barker.

As many of you may know the LCF, in conjunc

Annual 6-a-side Tournament 2018 - Schedule

Tue, 10 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists,

Chairman's Update 12th July

Thu, 12 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Chairman’s update – 12^th July 2018

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Six-a-Side 2018 : Smashers win a thriller against CompleteInfinity in the finals

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Two fantastic super fun days of cricket, beer, music, sunshine and uncanny commentary!! That's how one would describe last weekend had they witnessed the annual 6-a-side.
Below is how the games went with Sm

This is not the new pavillion!

Thu, 19 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Just in case you were wondering what this strange construction is, I can reveal to you that this is NOT a tiny new pavilion. Following the demise of the now legendary 'Turdis', also know as the toilet of the PWCG, the Walfer Commune have informed

Optimists 1st XI defeat Crescent CC

Sun, 22 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Belgian league cricket returned to Luxembourg after the success of the national team a few weeks ago, with the Optimists 1^st XI taking on Crescent. Optimists won the toss, and as usual opted to bat in extreme heat. The first wicke

2nd XI see a century and hat-trick in easy victory

Sat, 28 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimist's 2nd XI traveled to Hasselt on 28th July for their 3rd game of the league. After having lost their first match, the team had won the 2nd game and the team was eager to maintain the momentum.

Optimists lost the toss and w

Optimists 1st XI cruise victory against Crescent CC

Sun, 29 Jul 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On a baking hot Sunday, the Optimists welcomed Crescent CC for the second time in the season. Unfortunately, Optimists skipper, Richard Neale lo

Don’t forget – Cricket in Pink coming soon!

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 10:33:40 GMT

The Optimists Cricket Club is proud to continue its support for the Think Pink Lux

August 15 2018 - Laagan Cup

Thu, 09 Aug 2018 21:34:14 GMT

The traditional Lagaan Cup is here!

OCC and IAL will battle it out on Wed, Aug 15 2018.

High on confidence and determined to maintain the top position on table, on 12th of August the Optimists CC 2nd XI started their journey

Optimists CC 1st XI lose tense game away at Antwerp CC

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On a clear and warm day, the Optimists 1^st XI made their way up to Antwerp for their first encounter against Antwerp CC this season. A fairly boring trip up the motorway was made more than bearable thanks to the entertaining conversatio

Important Fixture changes !

Wed, 15 Aug 2018 19:32:32 GMT

The club is pleased to announce that the Optimists 1st XI have progressed through to the Quarter Finals of the BCF T20 Tournament. The BCF has recently informed us that we will play Hasselt CC in this important fixture. However, adding this fixtur

1st XI beat Hasselt in BCF T20 Quarter finals!

Sat, 25 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Following a fantastic morning which saw the annual Think Pink Cancer Charity match - where batsman are wearing pink tutus, serious cricket dawned on the PWCG as the first quarter final match for the BCF T20 competition was about to start.

Optimists 2nd XI finish the BCF 5th Division league at the top of the table

Sun, 26 Aug 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists 2nd XI finish the BCF 5th Division league at the top of the table

BCF T20 Finals Day details

Fri, 07 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Breaking BCF News....

Optimists will play Mechelen Eagles in the BCF T20 Semi Finals on Sunday Sept 30th. The other Semi final is between Liege CC and Antwerp Indians. Then the final will be on that same day. All matches at the Wilrijk gro

The Fortress remains in tact as 1st XI win again!

Sun, 09 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, the Optimists 1st XI welcomed Antwerp Cricket Club to the Pierre Werner Cricket Club or becoming better known as "The Fortress".

Having lost away earlier in the season, the 1st XI were in determined mood to seek revenge. Winning

URGENT BCF Fixture change Div 5 Playoff this Saturday!

Tue, 25 Sep 2018 20:15:23 GMT

We have just been told by BCF that the Div 5 Play off vs Roeselaare CC MUST be played this Saturday Sept 29th.

Fixture on website has been updated so please re-look at your availability ASAP.

Note 1st XI in BCF Finals on Sunday 30th

Optimists BCF T20 Champions!

Sun, 30 Sep 2018 00:00:00 GMT

On a bright Sunday morning, the Optimists 1st XI travelled up to Wilrijk in Antwerp to take part in the BCF T20 Finals day. Having beaten, 1st Division team Hasselt in the quarter-finals, Optimists were in confident mood but had to get over a dang

Optimists 1st XI Division 2 Champions!!

Sat, 06 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

After the euphoria of the week before, the Optimists 1st XI were back to business to ensure the season finished on a high and the quadruple was secured.

The Division 2 Championship was once against within touching distance of the Optimists

Ground Clear up Saturday Oct 13th 10.30am

Sun, 07 Oct 2018 19:33:55 GMT

Please come down to the Fortress to help us go through our usual Clear Up jobs to end off this great season. There is quite a list to do so please come and help out from 10.30am.

Many thanks

Ground Care Team

Optimists CC AGM, 8pm 22 November

Tue, 30 Oct 2018 00:00:00 GMT

Please be advised that the OCC AGM will be held on Thursday 22 November 2018, beginning at 8pm in the Centre Prince Henri, Walferdange. All members are

Learn to umpire

Tue, 20 Nov 2018 00:00:00 GMT
Bryan Rouse plans to organise an umpire training course in early 2019. If you are in

Chairman's Update

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 21:04:56 GMT

Just a quick note to update you on the outcome of this year’s Annual General Meeting. Many thanks to all of you who turned out. One of the best represented meetings in quite some years. The main tasks at the AGM were to :

It is with great sadness that I have to inform you that Pete Mitchell has succumbed to Alzheimer’s Disease, which had caused his slow decline over the past few years. On behalf of the Optimists Cricket Club, I would like to exten

The season begins!

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 21:28:48 GMT

The season is here! Many thanks to those members of OCC and assorted LCF clubs who lent a hand at the ground prep weekend. The weather has been kind to us and the ground is looking pretty good for this time of year.

The main message i

Two BCF T20 matches this Saturday - update your availability now!

Tue, 09 Apr 2019 13:53:43 GMT
Please update your availability by 18h00 today (Tuesday 9th) in order to be eligible for selection to the first team for this weekend's two T20 games. Note that the first one starts at 9h30!

1st XI win opening T20 match

Sat, 20 Apr 2019 00:00:00 GMT

As the season openers at home were washed out last weekend, Optimists 1XI were eager to start their 2019 T20 campaign on

1st XI wins against 2nd XI in a good warm-up match

Sun, 02 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

On a hot sunny day, On a bright sunny day optimists 2nd XI team travelled to Hasselt to play their first game in the Belgium cricket division IV season against the Masroor Cricket Club of Belgium. After winning the toss without any hesitations op

6 a side cancelled

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT
Due to a lack of teams, the 6 a side competition this year has been cancelled. There will be some cricket organised and details will be announced soon.

July 6 Internal T20

Tue, 25 Jun 2019 14:20:31 GMT

Dear Members,

Now the six-a-side has unfortunately been cancelled, the ground is available for one or more internal T20 fixtures. Depending on the numbers we can facilitate one or two matches. Can you please let me know on joostmees@gmail.c

Girish Venkatesh and James Barker help OCC 1st XI to massive win against RBCC

Sun, 30 Jun 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Samel Hayat tossed up a leg break on the fourth stump, the ball was there to hit in the slot. Girish standing tall hit the ball over extra cover and a joyful “Yesssssssssssss” fr

OCC-2 continue their unbeaten run

Sun, 14 Jul 2019 00:00:00 GMT
Sunday 14th July-2019, Gents CC arrived be hopeful of winning their away game in Optimists backyard to retain their Number 1 position in the Division IV league of BCF, whilst the host have different plans of stretching its unbeaten run in the league

Australian Touring Side - BBQ

Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:02:07 GMT
On Sunday 11th of August we will be hosting Diggers CC (all the way from New South Wales in Australia) who are over in Europe to watch the Ashes. Normally with touring sides we always try to do a curry or bbq on the Saturday but unfortunately, due to

Australian Touring Side - BBQ

Sat, 10 Aug 2019 17:08:24 GMT

Further to the earlier email, tomorrow we will be hosting Diggers CC (all the way from New South Wales in Australia) who are over in Europe to watch

Ground Clear-Up 2019

Tue, 10 Sep 2019 14:54:38 GMT

Dear All,

As a fantastic outdoor season of cricket hea

Magnificent ton by Vikram Vijh secures optimists position in BCF 2nd division.

Tue, 24 Sep 2019 00:00:00 GMT
Match Summary:
OCC 1st XI 279 for 6 (Vikram V. 109, Anup O 75, Girish V. 33) beat RBCC 277/2 (M Ahmed 114*, M Syed Jamil 83, Atif Kamal 2-52) by 4 wickets

If the best way to finish of their season in style in a brilliantly te

Ground Clear-Up Weekend

Mon, 30 Sep 2019 06:52:01 GMT

Dear All,

Reminder that this Saturday, 5 October, is t

Optimists CC AGM - Thurs 21 November 2019

Thu, 17 Oct 2019 00:00:00 GMT

The OCC AGM will be held on Thursday 21 November 2019, beginning at 8pm in the Centre Prince Henri, Walferdange. All members are invited to attend.&nbs

News from the Optimists AGM - New chairman ... new captains ... new committee

Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT

Thanks to all those members who atttended the Optimists AGM last night, and in particular to those who volunteered to take a role in the management of the club.

We are very happy to announce that Joost Mees will take over as Optimists Chair

Optimists Christmas Market Drinks - 2019

Wed, 11 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT
On Wednesday evening, several Optimists CC members gathered in the Christmas market in the Place d'Armes. Photos can be seen on the Optimists Facebook site or in the Photo Galleries on the website.

Message on behalf of the Maidens

Wed, 18 Dec 2019 00:00:00 GMT

MESSAGE ON BEHALF MAIDENS (please respond to indicated email address Dear OCC, OCC Maidens and WOCC members,
Done, completed, box ticked - Wallop!
The new season began for the Optimists 1st XI with a trip to old rivals Royal Brussels Cricket Club for a T20 double-header. With the start of the season delayed, the BCF has changed the

2020 OCC Membership Fee Changes

Wed, 01 Jul 2020 09:20:23 GMT

The Sabbath is the day of rest to some, not for the second X

BOTH SIDES FEEL ELATED, BOTH SIDES FEEL AGGRIEVED!

Sat, 11 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT
Optimists 1st X1 headed out last S

Mixed day for Optimists as they aimed for two wins against PCCB

Sun, 26 Jul 2020 00:00:00 GMT

Year End Message from the Chairman

Tue, 22 Dec 2020 11:15:10 GMT
Year End Message from the Chairman

It is hard to believe the events of the last year since I first became Chairman of the club. None of us will remember this year with great fondness but in the true spirit of this club, it is right that

SAVE THE DATE - OCC AWARDS DINNER

Wed, 13 Jan 2021 00:00:00 GMT
The Optimists Cricket Club will be hosting their awards dinner on Friday 5th March from 19:30.
Exact details will be announced nearer the time when we are better placed to understand any restrictions that might or might not be in place.
P

2021 Annual OCC Membership Fees and INS Medical

Sat, 20 Feb 2021 08:45:58 GMT

Dear Members,

INS Medical - Privacy

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 19:51:00 GMT

Dear Members,

Further to the communication that went ou

Ground clear up

Tue, 23 Mar 2021 07:59:42 GMT

Dear All,

Coming weekend is the annual ground clear up and on behalf of the Committee I would like to ask you

all to come and help out on Saturday and potentially Sunday, depending on the work performed on

Satu

REMINDER: 2021 Annual OCC Membership Fees and INS Medical

Wed, 24 Mar 2021 18:03:51 GMT

Dear Members,

Optimists Training 2021

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 17:09:46 GMT

After skipper Mohit Dixit won the toss, James Barker (53 off 46) & William Cope (53 off 35) gave WOCC both a brisk and solid sta

WOCC lose 1st game of the season to Heritage CC

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Optimists CC members, fellow Luxembourg cricketers and cricket enthusiasts in Luxembourg,

After a break of almost two years, the BCF long format league officially started last Sunday. Skipper Vikram won the toss and elected to bat

2nd X1 start the season with a win

Sun, 20 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Message from the Selection Committee

Sat, 26 Jun 2021 09:31:20 GMT

Times have changed positively with the growth of our club and the player community over the last
few years. The growth in player community means there is healthy competition for both first and
second XIs. To elaborate a bit on the sele

Optimists 1st XI grab another Impressive and a Hard fought Win!

Sun, 27 Jun 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Having won the thriller last weekend against the Liege CC an

Optimists 1st XI trounced 12-Stars CC by a massive 170 runs margin to remain undefeated!

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 00:00:00 GMT

Just a few years ago, there was a key debate as to whether the Optimists CC should re-introduce a 2^nd

Ground Tidy up - Sunday 3rd October at 10am

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 00:00:00 GMT
As another fantastic season draws to an end, we turn to preparing the ground for the winter in the a

2021 End of Season Friendly

Tue, 21 Sep 2021 19:14:10 GMT

Dear OCC members,

As the season nears its end, there is one final internal friendly match scheduled for this Saturday 25th September. Start time and format will be finalised shortly, but with the whole day available players will be able to

Luxembourg Women’s Hard Ball Cricket 2021

Wed, 17 Nov 2021 11:50:30 GMT

Dear All,

Please find attached a 2021 report on Women's Hard Ball Cricket in Luxembourg.

For more information please see the contact and social media details within the report.

Kind Re

Tributes to Farukh Malik (RBCC)

Mon, 10 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists CC we’re saddened to hear about the passing of RBCC’s Farukh Malik.

For those members who wish to post a tribute, please go to the falling website.

Dear OCC & WOCC Members, dear Lux cricket enthusiasts,

One week ago we all watched in horror and shock how t

2021 Award winners announced!

Fri, 18 Mar 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists Cricket Club was very saddened to hear about the passing of its Life Member, Geoff Thomas.

Geoff was

Friendly vs Barnet CC and Curry Evening

Thu, 22 Sep 2022 10:54:05 GMT

Dear members,

Our old friends from Barnet CC in England are once again visiting this weekend, and we will host them in a 40 over a side match on Saturday starting at 11:00 and a T20 on Sunday starting at 13:00. As was often the tradition be

OCC Christmas Market Drinks

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 00:00:00 GMT

Optimists Christmas market drinks will take place on Thursday 15th December from 18:00 onwards.

We will meet at the Place d'Armes Christmas market and gather around the tables in front of McDonalds (please see photo).

Look forward to

OCC Captains for 2023

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 10:59:54 GMT

Dear Members,

As the start of the 2023 outdoor season approaches, we wanted to take this opportunity to confirm the

Optimists CC Captains for this year.

At the AGM, at the end of 2022, the membersh

OCC Captains for 2023 - and because one email isn't big enought

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 15:00:17 GMT

Dear Members,

Further to the previous email, you may have been asking yourself but who is the WOCC 2nd team Capatin

because surely Ed isn't Skippering both and you'd be right.

Well, definitely beca

OCC Captains for 2023 - and because one email isn't big enought

Sun, 09 Apr 2023 15:00:32 GMT

Dear Members,

Further to the previous email, you may have been asking yourself but who is the WOCC 2nd team Capatin

because surely Ed isn't Skippering both and you'd be right.

Well, definitely beca

WOCC lose to Star CC

Thu, 18 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Match between Walferdange Optimists CC and Star Cricket Club was an exciting encounter that took place at Pierre Werner Cricket Ground on Thursday 18th of May. Star Cricket Club emerged victorious, winning the match by 5 wickets.

Star Crick

Dramatic Tie between Optimists & British Chamber of Commerce

Sun, 09 Jul 2023 00:00:00 GMT

On Sunday, Optimists Cricket Club hosted the British Chamb

Collecting OCC memorabilia

Mon, 07 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

Hi all,

Optimists cricket Club was found in 1976 and the club has seen 47 seasons of cricket (and we are in our 32nd season on our beautiful Walferdange ground).

About 10-12 years ago, OCC website was se

WOCC 2's win again! Full Match Report

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 00:00:00 GMT

The Optimists were delighted to welcome Walferdange Mayor, Francois Sauber along with Jessie Thill, Michel Fe

WOCC 1st XI v Knights 1st XI 23 June 2024 Match Report - The Showman delights

Sun, 23 Jun 2024 00:00:00 GMT

With the ground still drying out and plenty of humidity in the air, WOCC won the toss and decided to bowl first.

Restored to opening bowling duties, Mohit (1-18 from 2) took a wicket first ball thanks to a sharp one handed catch from Yama b

WOCC 1st XI v Lux Knights 1st XI 6 July 2024 match report: Oves and out

Sat, 06 Jul 2024 00:00:00 GMT

Due to the weird and not so wonderful T20 fixture list, the WOCCers faced up against Knights two weeks after their last outing against each other. WOCCers were without Asghar Ali Khan, who had done a demolition job on the Knights in their last gam

WOCC 1st XI v Heritage 1st XI 4 August 2024 match report: Hitman shoots the lights out

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 00:00:00 GMT
WOCC 1st XI v Heritage 1st XI 4 August 2024 match report: Hitman shoots the lights out

Chairman's Update and Membership Update - 2025

Tue, 04 Mar 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Dear Members,

Wish

THIS WEEKEND - Help Needed for Ground Set-Up followed by BBQ and drinks and Captain's vs Chairman's match

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 09:41:47 GMT

Dear Members,

Please note that this Saturday is an important one for the diary as it's time for the Ground Set-Up ahead of the start of the outdoor season. We need volunteers from 4pm onwards to help with various tasks around the grou

Great turnout for ground set-up!

Sat, 19 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT
On Saturday 19th April, the sun was shining and over 40 members descended on the Pierre Werner Cricket Ground to help Will Heath and his ground-staff with some chores around the ground in preparation for the first game of the season the following day

OCC 1st XI v Super Strikers 27 April 2025 – Great first win!

Sun, 27 Apr 2025 00:00:00 GMT
OCCers 1st XI win easy in their first outing of the season.

The sun shone on the Walferdange oval, and the OCC first XI turned up to play cricket.

Super Strikers won the toss and elected to bat. The new OCC opening attack of

Tough start in BCF with rain-affected match

Sat, 03 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Chairmans Update

Thu, 15 May 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Yesterday was the final of the Pete Mitchell Cup. An annua

Chairmans Update

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Chairmans Update:

As we have now crossed the halfway mark in the summer, I wanted to update you on all the activities that have been taking place in the world of the Optimists Cricket Club, both on and off the pitch.

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Back Yard Cricket weekend summary

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 00:00:00 GMT
Last weekend witnessed BackYard Cricket at the PWCG for the first (and probably not the last) time.
We are deeply grateful to Will Heath and the rest of the groundstaff who worked hard to prepare a grass track that had to stand up to three days

SAVE THE DATE - Optimists CC - 50th Anniversary Celebration

Sun, 28 Sep 2025 09:38:15 GMT



2025 Awards winners

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:00:00 GMT

Last Saturday evening following the AGM, the Awards for 2025 were handed out. 2025 has been a very successful year for the Optimists with the 1st XI winning both the Pete Mitchell Cup and LCF Division 1 league. The 2nd XI performed brilliantly in

OCC Christmas Market Drinks

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 GMT
Yesterday evening, members of the OCC gathered at the Place d'Armes Christmas Market to enjoy a Christmas beer and reminisce about the successful 2025 season.
Merry Christmas and Ha

Details for 50th Anniversary Celebration

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 00:00:00 GMT
2026 marks the 50th Anniversary for the Optimists Cricket Club and as such, we will be looking to celebrate this incredible milestone with a host of events.
On Friday 5th June from 18:00, the OCC 1st XI will take on the MCC in a T20. BBQ will b

Sad news - Keith Glover passes away

Sun, 01 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

It is with great sadness, the club announces the passing of Keith Glover on 1st March 2026.

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND ACT NOW!

Dear All,

As the new outdoor season approaches, it can only mean 2 t

50th Anniversary weekend Agenda

Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT
The weekend of 6/7th June hosts the celebrations for the 50th Anniversary of the Optimists Cricket Club. It is important to note, there has been a slight change to the agenda.
The 40 over match vs MCC will now take place on Sunday 7th June from

OCC Chairmans XI vs MCC - Thursday 4th June

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

There was a hive of activity at the PWCG on Thursday, 4 June. From early morning, the Walferdange Commune arrived to erect the tents for the upcoming weekend celebrations. A mobile bar was delivered, destined to become the pr

OCC 1st XI vs MCC T20 - Friday 5th June

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

OCC Pushed MCC All the Way in a Thrilling Friday game

Optimists Cricket Club kicked off the MCC Luxembourg Tour with a highly competitive contest against the world-renowned Marylebone Cricket Club, ultimately f

50th Anniversary Gala Dinner - Saturday 6th June

Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

For nearly a year, the planning, organisation and preparation for the club's 50th Anniversary celebrations had been underway. After months of hard work behind the scenes, the long-awaited evening had finally arrived.

MCC outclass OCC XI - Sunday 7th June

Sun, 07 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The formal evening celebration of the weekend too place on Saturday night. But on Sunday morning, the MCC troops, having valiantly hauled themselves out of bed, spent a few hours training the juniors

Optimists 2nd XI vs Heritage – LCF Division 1

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The heady aroma of freshly cut grass, coupled with ominous summer storm clouds was the backdrop for the penultimate group stage match for the Optimists 2^nd XI, against the dangerous Heritage 1^st XI.

Optimists Cricket Club beat ICC Brussels-1 by 47 runs

Sun, 28 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Winning

Optimists Cricket Club website news

New look Optimists Web Site Coming Soon

Captains XI beat Chairmans XI

New website goes live

WOCC draws first LCF game vs DFCC

Honourable defeat for Luxembourg U-15s against British School of Paris

OCC 1st XI succumb to Ostend CC

Cows arrive at Walfer

WOCC draw vs SCC in LCF league

Luxembourg Juniors share honours with BSP

OCC 1sts lose by one wicket at Antwerp Indians

OCC 2nd XI thrashed by MACC

OCC 1sts hammered by Mechelen CC

Junior cricket - British School Brussels visit Lux

Match vs Rugby club 12th June is postponed to a later date

OCC 1st XI beat league champions Greens CC

OCC 1st XI beaten by Royal Brussels

1st XI lose to Antwerp Indians

Optimists enjoyed the weekend with Friendly SalixCC in Luxembourg

OCC 1st XI lose to Greens CC

OCC 2nd vs Gent

1st XI humiliated in league record defeat

Optimists relegated to BCF Division 2

1st team lose to Royal Brussels

Follow Luxembourg national team online

WOCC vs DFCC in LCF league final Sunday 27th - come and support

WOCC helped to Luxembourg title

Luxembourg Youth Cricket takes another leap forward

Season Kicks off: Chairman's v Captain's XI 17 April 2010

World T20 2010 on Eurosport 2

Winning début for Optimists Juniors in Belgian League

9 May - Optimists 1sts open with away win in Belgian League

23 May - OCC 2nds beat Antwerp Indians 2nds

Juniors extend unbeaten record in Belgian League

6 June - OCC 1sts beat Exiles in Belgian League

Under 14's share honours with Thoiry juniors

Junior cricket - Coach training and Academy week

Under 15’s complete unbeaten league season

Optimists Juniors end the outdoor season with dramatic win in Paris

Star beat WOCC in tight LCF final

Under 11's Cricket Juniors shine in Geneva Tournament

Robert Deed elected Optimists chairman

Junior cricket - Bavarian Cup 5 & 6 March - U9s & U12s

Junior cricket - Bavarian Cup 5 & 6 March - U15s

Inaugural Players' Dinner

Ground preparations complete

OCC open the season with a nailbiter at Walferdange

WOCC go down in first LCF game

OCC 1st XI cruise to victory in Antwerp

Optimist XI victorious in first friendly of the season!

OCC 1st XI continue winning form!

BBQ for Nijmegen CC weekend

Optimists XI beat Nijmegen in friendly

Optimists' day in the sun continues

Sad news regarding Hans Evers

OCC 1st XI crushes Gent CC

Donations in memory of Hans Evers

Come to watch the Optimists in Twenty20 on Sunday (22 May, 2pm)

WOCC down the Black Stuff with ease

Optimists win and through to the Twenty20 Finals Day!

Fun in the sun with Deutsche Welle

Junior Cricket - Under 15’s maintain winning form in Belgian League

PLAYERS NEEDED! Optimists vs Basel CC 11th/12th June

Optimists have winning start to BCF 45 over league

Lux national team practice match 10th June - sparring partners needed!

Basel games this weekend

Get well soon Piers

Optimists 1st XI lose in Semi-Finals against Ostend

A maiden century and a tie: round up of a great weekend visit from Basel CC

Postscript to the Basel Weekend

WOCC fixture this SATURDAY not Sunday!

Piers welcoming visitors

Luxembourg U15s to compete against European rivals at Twenty20 Cricket

Luxembourg National Team in action

A very forgettable day in Mechelen

Luxembourg U15s compete well in Copenhagen

The Luxembourg Cricket Sixes 2011 - a great weekend of cricket

Luxembourg's young cricketers exceed expectations in Copenhagen

Sad news about Piers Hampton

Details of funeral ceremony for Piers