We have fourteen matches to look forward to - the majority at home, but with visits to some lovely grounds as well. Highlights include a return of the Twenty20 double-header with Chenies and Latimer, in which Rickmansworth will be thirsting for a pint at the bar beforehand revenge against their local rivals.

"The aim this season is to play matches against well-balanced, friendly opponents", commented Sabbath fixtures supremo Keith Williams, "and I believe we have achieved that with these fixtures. Hopefully people will support our skipper, Sean Lindsay, and put their names down for some Sunday matches this term."

The team are considering a incentive for players to improve their at-times erratic fielding performances, through a system of fines for dropped catches. Direct debit forms will shortly be available via Charlie Bennett.