Introducing : Harry Girling

Harry Girling

Today we introduce another new player joining the Club for the 2012 season.  Harry Girling is a 23 year old graduate from Birmingham University who previously played his cricket in Hampshire.  Harry works in the wine trade so is bound to fit in well with a few of our members.

Here's what Harry has to say about himself:

Why have you moved to Oxford Area: Started a new job in October - my first full time since graduating from Birmingham Uni
Age: 23
Job Title: Trainee at Majestic Wine on their graduate scheme
Married/Single: Single

Previous cricket club(s): Hordle Village Cricket Club (Hampshire)
Batter/Bowler/Keeper: Middle or lower order batsmen who bowls a few overs
Most memorable individual cricketing performance: Bowling wise - A four wicket haul a couple of years ago Batting wise - scoring 40-odd in a 60-odd run partnership including a mamoth six against some decent bowlers last season!
Worst cricketing moment: any dropped catch, duck or run-out!
Favourite cricket ground (where you have played): Beaulieu (hampshire league) - on the banks of the Beaulieu River and they do a lovely tea!
Cricketing hero: Freddie Flintoff or Swanny
One rule you'd change to improve the game: Overthrows being allowed after a fielder has hit the stumps - ridiculous way to punish a good bit of fielding

Non-cricketing hero: at present Rickie Lambert
Most embarrassing moment (does not have to be cricket related): The morning after a heavy night when my memory returns...
Other sports followed: Football
Football team supported: Southampton
Favourite Food: Any red meat!
Favourite TV programme: The Apprentice

Favourite holiday destination: a good ski resort
What was the first CD or record you purchased: Robbie Williams - Life thru a Lens
How would you spend your last £10: On a night with some friends or family
Hobbies/Relaxations: watersports, walking, skiing
In your own words - why did you choose to join HCC? : Well-organised, active and friendly