The first XI endured a frustrating and thoroughly damp day in which unfortunately no play was possible in the scheduled match against Southern Railway & Kenley.
On the positive side this meant that Will did not lose the toss. Attempts were made to make the rec playable using our new super-soppers. Danny did sterling work with one of these, although why he insisted on doing it barefoot is anyone’s guess. The super-soppers soaked up water tremendously quickly, but alas ultimately too much rain fell and we couldn’t soak it all up. As a result the points were shared 1 each, but in true Stoke fashion we didn’t let the poor weather conditions spoil the party.