The Taverners Cricket Club was founded in the late 1950’s when several ex-pat British doctors decided to form a team that would play 20 over games on one week night during the summer.
Cricket was a thriving sport at that time in Manitoba, but was played on the weekends only, and due to work commitments, these doctors found it difficult to participate in full 40 over games.
Founders include…Dr Peter Porritt, Dr Terry Jolly, and Dr Gwil Evans.
Ages of team members range from late 20’s to late 70’s. In all honesty, the oldest active playing members are in their 60’s.
Team membership is made up of persons from any country and any walk of life…..the only stipulation to membership is…a true love of the game of cricket…and an ability to enjoy the off field camaraderie of a bunch of crazy guys from all corners of the earth.
The team has continued to function over the years and maintains a membership of about 20 to 25 active members. The team makes efforts to tour the English countryside every 4 or 5 years. These events allow members to play cricket as it used to be played…on a grass wicket…in an atmosphere of rural tranquility.
The team also participates in an indoor cricket league, which runs from October through April….it gets a little chilly here in the winter for outdoor games. Members find the indoor game keeps them in fine, razor-sharp form for the summer seasons!