Player Profiles

Trevor Dalzell 'Dazzler' (Capt 2001 season)

Bat - Middle order; Bowl - Opening / 1st Change

Trevor enters his second season as Captain of the 2nd XI with a great amount of relish for the task in hand. A 'Nor Wester' who has been with the club since 1994. He really came to the fore in 2000 with his batting scoring the most runs (482) and picking up the most wickets - 25 - (although slightly expensive !) He was the seconds player of the year for 2000. Known within the club to have a "soft hands" forward defensive which he plays with great aplomb ! Often heard quoting batting tips to fellow team mates such as give her a big slap (hit a 6) or a wee slap will do (hit a 4). Usually a safe pair of hands in the field. He is also a qualified coach to youth level.

Richard Finlay (Vice Captain 2001)

Bat - Opening; Bowl - Nets Wicket keeper (P/Time)

Ricky is also entering his second year in office although in 2000 he spent quite a bit of time on the 1st XI in the early part of the season. He follows in the Finlay tradition of batting. He is capable of scoring 500 - 600 runs per season but unfortunately has had a bad couple of seasons by his standards. He won the MOM award for his magnificent 80 in the Junior Cup final of 1996. His highest score in the 2000 season was 81 runs n.o. co-incidentally at the same venue as his 80 in the junior cup of 1996; Woodvale. Has bowled on a number of occasions for the seconds in 2000 including a vital spell against Woodvale to win the match. An occasional and very willing wicket keeper when required. A good socialiser who can be found at North all year round.


Philip Black 'Decker'

Bat - Late order; Bowl - Opening / 1st change

A name synonymous with North seconds. Decker has been one of the more consistent performers over the years and the 2000 season was no different. His best spell of the season at Woodvale yielded after 9 overs the unbelievable figures of 9 overs, 8 maidens, 2 wickets for 1 run. The single run was a No Ball !! A four was hit in the last over top leave him with 2 for 5. The tag 'mister economy' seems to fit; a typical accountant ! As a batter few will deny he has his own style; he would say that he rarely gets the chance to show it although he did threaten at Instonians during the season. Philip is a tireless worker within the club and looks after Boys cricket, amongst other things. He is also a qualified coach to youth level and assists with coaching in the club.


Neil McCaul

Bat - Lower/Middle order; Wicketkeeper

Neil has been with the club since 1995. He has become the main wicketkeeper for the seconds and on occasions has been selected as the first team keeper. He is a very enthusiastic keeper who is never afraid to enquire about a dismissal ! A talented left hand bat who when settled on his game can produce a superb innings in the tightest of situations. He had an excellent knock of 138 for the seconds against Downpatrick in the 1999 season.

Thanks to Trevor Dalzell for this analysis of the 2nd team squad. Some of you I'm sure can relate to the 'odd' comment !