"Obviously I can't run round in the field much," he commented, "but the batting is not too bad, as long as I don't bat with Al Somner too long!!" It does not seemed to have hindered his early season form as he has hit a 51 and 32 in the first two games.

Skipper Tim Kirby has been very please with Matt's contribution, "not only does he score runs, he also has a safe pair of hands," commented Tim. This point was underlined last week when Swords took a sharp catch at midwicket. But what are Max's plans, how is he getting fit?

"Well I have an appointment with a specialist next week and hopefully he can stear me in the right direction, we will have to wait and see. It is nice to know I have the backing of the club and the players but early reports indicate I may have to cut my season short with Huncote around July time for treatment."

This will be a big blow indeed as Huncote mount an attempt to win the league title this year. Hopefully Matty will be OK for the start of next season.