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41-398: Poloc Cricket Club was a cricket club based at Pollok Country Park in south Glasgow , Scotland . The club's Shawholm ground encompassed the cricket oval, three all-weather tennis courts, and used to have the world's only six-hole golf course approved by The Royal and Ancient Golf Club of St Andrews . The clubhouse also hosted pool , table tennis , darts and poker tournaments in
82-675: A Scottish National Party minority administration. The council has its headquarters at Glasgow City Chambers in George Square, completed in 1889. Glasgow was given its first burgh charter sometime between 1175 and 1178 by William the Lion . It was then run by "Glasgow Town Council", also known as "Glasgow Corporation", until 1975. The city was part of Lanarkshire until 1893, but the functions which operated at county level were relatively few, largely being limited to lieutenancy and sheriffdom . When elected county councils were created in 1890 under
123-546: A club who are in the well-known Birmingham League . Similarly, Steve Smith and David Warner played in Sydney Grade Cricket during their suspension from the Australia national cricket team during 2018-19. Standards of play can vary from semi-professional to occasional recreational level. While many clubs train in similar ways to professional teams, village or park cricket is played purely for fun, and club cricket
164-561: A county of itself, the Lord Provost has also acted as Lord Lieutenant of the city. The current Lord Provost, elected in May 2022 after that month's election , is Jacqueline McLaren. Political leadership is provided by the leader of the council . The council changed from an executive-led governance system to a committee-led system in September 2017, with the leader of the council since then chairing
205-552: A district within the Strathclyde region. The local authority was therefore renamed the " City of Glasgow District Council ". The Glasgow district covered a larger area than the pre-1975 city, gaining Baillieston , Cambuslang , Carmunnock , Carmyle , Garrowhill , Mount Vernon , Rutherglen , and Springboig . Local government was reorganised again in 1996 under the Local Government etc. (Scotland) Act 1994 , which abolished
246-467: A local referendum. For political control before 1975 see Politics of Glasgow The first election to the City of Glasgow District Council was held in 1974, initially operating as a shadow authority alongside the outgoing corporation until the new system came into force on 16 May 1975. A shadow authority was again elected in 1995 ahead of the reforms which came into force on 1 April 1996. Political control of
287-407: A small degree of bias is occasionally perceived, this arrangement functions remarkably well. The same scenario applies to scorers . Some teams may have an official scorer who attends all of their home games, but often it is simply left to the batting side to keep score. It is expected that this task is undertaken with impartiality. One means for the fielding side to prevent cheating is to ensure that
328-513: A tapeball team, the Poloc Pythons, competed in the Cricket Scotland organised Tapeball League. Founded in 1878, Poloc Cricket Club spent its first season on the site of the old Pollokshaws Race Course and in 1880 moved to its current location at Shawholm. A pavilion was acquired by the club from the now-defunct Pollokshields Athletic Club, also located on Pollok Estates, and the building
369-560: Is a mainly amateur, but still formal form of the sport of cricket , usually involving teams playing in competitions at weekends or in the evening. There is a great deal of variation in game format although the Laws of Cricket are observed. The main nations that club cricket is played in include Pakistan , England , Australia , South Africa , Sri Lanka , West Indies , New Zealand , Bangladesh , Nepal , Zimbabwe , Kenya , Ireland , Wales , Scotland , Netherlands , Hong Kong and in some of
410-478: Is limiting the game by time only. Games can range from a few hours in the evening to three days long. Saturday league cricket is the most serious format of club cricket. The game will usually be a limited overs contest of between 40 and 60 overs per side, with bonus points awarded based on runs, wickets, and whether or not the match was a "winning draw" or an outright win to one-side. This format of cricket covers teams that vary in standard between occasional players in
451-473: Is often enjoyed as much for the social element as for the competition. This is particularly true in England where the between-innings teas and post-match beer are as important as the result. However, this may vary depending on the standard. In the higher leagues, umpires are appointed by the local umpires association to preside over the game and receive a fee and transport allowance for their time. However, as
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#1732854804796492-495: Is the local government authority for Glasgow City council area , Scotland. In its modern form it was created in 1996. Glasgow was formerly governed by a corporation, also known as the town council, from the granting of its first burgh charter in the 1170s until 1975. From 1975 until 1996 the city was governed by City of Glasgow District Council , a lower-tier authority within the Strathclyde region. Glasgow City Council has been under no overall control since 2017, being led by
533-577: The Conservatives lost all but two councillors. The next election is due to take place on 6 May 2027. Election results since 1995 have been as follows: The council has its meeting place and main offices at Glasgow City Chambers in George Square . Glasgow Corporation was based at the Tolbooth at Glasgow Cross from at least the fifteenth century, which was rebuilt several times. The last Tolbooth on
574-599: The Cricketer Cup ; and amateur clubs such as the Free Foresters , I Zingari and the XL Club . Whereas professional cricketers often tour abroad during the winter, many amateur cricket clubs play indoor cricket during the winter months, leading to a full 12 month calendar of cricket fixtures for the keen amateur cricketer. Glasgow City Council Glasgow City Council ( Scottish Gaelic : Comhairle Baile Ghlaschu )
615-541: The Local Governance (Scotland) Act 2004 to replace the first-past-the-post system. The most recent full council election took place on 5 May 2022, in which no party held a majority of the seats, as had also been the case in the preceding 2017 election. The Scottish National Party remained the largest party, winning 37 seats, whilst Labour won 36 seats, an increase relative to its 2017 result. The Greens won ten seats, also improving on their position in 2017, whilst
656-489: The Local Government (Scotland) Act 1889 , Glasgow Corporation was deemed capable of running its own affairs and so the city was excluded from the area controlled by Lanarkshire County Council, although the county council nevertheless chose to meet in Glasgow as a conveniently accessible location. In 1893, Glasgow became its own county for lieutenancy and sheriffdom purposes too, being made a county of itself . The boundaries of
697-519: The City Administration Committee. The leaders since 1996 have been: Following the 2022 election and subsequent by-elections and changes of allegiance up to July 2024, the composition of the council was: The next election is due in 2027. The council consists of 85 councillors elected for a five-year term from 23 wards . Since 2007 elections have been held every five years under the single transferable vote system, introduced by
738-2399: The Golf Section took over in the autumn and winter months. The course – "Wee Poloc" – was a unique challenge, with medals and other club competitions every fortnight throughout the winter golf season. Poloc Cricket Club has three all-weather tennis courts, adjacent to the clubhouse building. Senior Scottish Cup, winners: 1984; Scottish Cup, runners-up: 1985, 1994; Scottish Plate, winners: 2005; SCU Trophy, winners: 2000; SCU Trophy, runners-up: 1999; SNCL, South Division, winners: 2004; SNCL, Division Two, runners-up: 2000; WDCU Championship, winners: 1928, 1956, 1957, 1958, 1964, 1981, 1983, 1985; Rowan Cup, winners: 1926, 1957, 1981, 1983, 2004, 2007, 2015; Rowan Cup, runners-up: 1976; West League Cup, winners: 2015; West League Cup, runners-up: 2006; WDCU 2nd division, winners: 1914, 1928, 1950, 1964, 1969, 1971, 1981, 1983; WDCU CSL Western First Division Reserve League winners: 2012, 2013, 2014; WDCU 3rd division, winners: 1952; Glasgow Cup, winners: 2003; Greenwood Trophy, runners-up: 2013; Sunday League 2nd division, winners: 2008, 2009, 2013, 2014; Sunday League 3rd division - East, winners: 2014; Evening League 2nd division, winners: 2014, 2019; Evening League 3rd division, winners: 2015, 2016; Evening League 3rd division - South, winners: 2013; Glasgow & District Cricket League, winners: 1931; John Haig Trophy Scottish Division, winners: 1982; ECB Cockspur Cup Scottish Region, winners: 2007. Junior Scottish Cup (under 15), winners: 2009; WDJCU Junior League (under 18), winners: 1972, 1977, 1982, 2008, 2010, 2016; WDJCU Minors League (under 15), winners: 1973, 1974, 1979, 2007; WDJCU "B" League (under 15B), winners: 2007, 2008; WDJCU Mini-Minors League (under 12/13), winners: 1984, 2005, 2007; WDJCU "B" League (under 13B), winners: 2009, 2013; WDJCU Mini-Mini-Minors League (under 11), winners: 2007, 2015 (joint); Frank Smith Trophy (under 16/17/18), winners: 1975, 1984, 2012, 2014; Frank Smith Trophy (under 16/17/18), runners-up: 2004, 2007, 2009; WDJCU Indoor Competition (under 19), winners: 1988, 2017; WDJCU Indoor Competition (under 12), winners: 2015 Cricket club One Day International Limited overs (domestic) Twenty20 International Twenty20 (domestic) Other forms Club cricket
779-452: The UK for entry into the higher divisions of club competitions. The rest of the actual field is always natural grass. Most clubs have their own ground to play on regularly, including a field and pavilion or club house. Some also have nets for practice. These facilities may be owned or leased by the club itself, or may be provided by the local authority. A groundsman may be employed to look after
820-645: The WDCJU Under 11, 13 and 15 leagues in 2007, and were beaten finalists in the Under 18 Frank Smith Trophy. 2008 saw the Under 18s league champions, the Under 15s unbeaten and the Poloc Academy Strathclyde League winners, whilst 2009 saw a league championship for the Under 13Bs, another Frank Smith Trophy Final appearance and the Under 15s winning the Scottish Cup. 2010 brought the Under 18 league trophy to
861-430: The burgh were extended several times to incorporate areas where the urban zone outgrew the previous boundaries or where there were plans for development. These significant expansions comprise: Local government across Scotland was reorganised in 1975 under the Local Government (Scotland) Act 1973 , which replaced the counties and burghs with a two-tier structure of upper-tier regions and lower-tier districts. Glasgow became
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#1732854804796902-409: The club, and appearances at both the Under 18 Scottish Cup, and Under 18 Frank Smith Trophy, Finals Days. Success at junior level continued, with season 2015 seeing another Frank Smith Trophy win, the Under 11 league title and a win in the Under 12 WDJCU Indoor Super 8s tournament, and 2016 bringing another Under 18 league championship. The Under 19 WDJCU Indoor Super 8s tournament title was secured for
943-454: The council since 1975 has been as follows: City of Glasgow District Council Glasgow City Council For leaders before 1996 see Politics of Glasgow The council is ceremonially headed by the Lord Provost of Glasgow , who convenes meetings of the council and performs associated tasks as a general civic leader. The role dates from the 15th century. Since 1893, when the city was made
984-555: The current 6-acre (24,000 m) site was granted to the club in 1888 by Sir John Stirling-Maxwell, 10th Baronet who continued to be involved in Poloc's affairs until his death in 1956. In 1908 the Pollokshaws Working Lads Club decided to form a football team from amongst their ranks. Sir John Stirling Maxwell also allotted that club an area of land on the estate, rent-free. The footballers, to show their appreciation, took
1025-626: The first time since the late 1980s in 2017. Poloc Cricket Club provided cricket coaching in its local community under the auspices of the "Community Coaching Initiative" since 2002. Working predominantly in the Glasgow City Council area coaching was provided to local Primary and Secondary Schools. In addition, the club, under the umbrella of the Initiative and in partnership with the WDJCU, regularly hosted " Kwik cricket " festivals. In addition to
1066-531: The game where the condition of the pitch and ground changes radically from one week to the next). These matches usually have two innings per side. Most players are amateur, but often cricket clubs employ the services of professionals as coaches and players. Many of these have played first-class or Test cricket . Also, first-class players returning from injury will sometimes appear at club level as match practice - for example, Shoaib Akhtar during Pakistan's tour of England in 2006 when he played for Berkswell C.C,
1107-420: The lower divisions to professional and ex-professional players in the highest leagues. Friendly cricket often takes place on a Sunday. These games tend to follow the more traditional format of declaration cricket in which a time limit or number of overs - typically 80 to 120 - is set for the whole match. It is then up to the team batting first to declare their innings early enough to give themselves time to bowl
1148-554: The major cities in India . Club cricket is also now played in the United States and Canada , as both countries have large communities of immigrants from mainstream cricket-playing regions such as the Caribbean, Europe, Asia, Africa and Australasia. Club cricket is usually played in league or cup format. Games are limited by either time or overs . A less common, but more traditional, format
1189-670: The name of Pollok Juniors FC, (later Pollok F.C. ) and Sir John became their first Honorary President. The ground allocated became known as Haggs Park and was adjacent to Poloc Cricket Club; in fact, the different spellings of the two names "Pollok" and "Poloc" were adopted at this time, deliberately, to avoid confusion. Membership at Poloc reached a peak of 600 in the late 1940s. Scotland's first televised cricket match also took place at Shawholm on 7 May 1955 when West of Scotland Cricket Club were Poloc's visitors. Poloc batted first making 110 for 9. In reply, West made 120 for 6. In March 2023, Poloc Cricket Club announced their lease of Shawholm
1230-452: The number of umpires available is typically considerably less than the number of games scheduled, the majority of games are played without externally appointed umpires. In this scenario, members of the batting side not currently involved in the action take it in turns to take on the umpiring responsibilities, typically in stints of 10 or 15 overs at a time. The umpires are expected to remain impartial and unbiased in their judgements, and although
1271-547: The opposition out and force victory. The widest variety of cricket is generally seen in this format, with teams batting second either aggressively chasing a total or attempting to bat conservatively and save the draw. Evening cricket is the least formal format of club cricket, and the route by which many new players are introduced to the game. It tends to follow the 20-20 version of the game, with additional time saving measures such as using 15 8-ball overs and not re-bowling wides or no-balls (which then count as 2 runs each rather than
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1312-475: The pitch and the outfield on either a full-time or part-time basis, or in smaller clubs the pitch may be maintained by the players themselves on a voluntary basis. Clubs without grounds are known as "wandering" or "nomadic" clubs. Examples include the various sides affiliated to larger clubs, such as the club MCC sides and county "Gentlemen of" sides that often play against schools; school old boy sides, such as Eton Ramblers and Harrow Wanderers, which often play in
1353-500: The regions and districts created in 1975 and established 32 single-tier council areas across Scotland, one being the city of Glasgow. The council adopted its modern name of "Glasgow City Council" following these reforms. The council area created in 1996 was smaller than the district which had existed between 1975 and 1996, with the Rutherglen and Cambuslang area being transferred instead to the new South Lanarkshire council area following
1394-405: The scoreboard is updated at the end of each over. This way any unexpected change in the number of runs and wickets would quickly be noticed and challenged. Club cricket is played extensively in most cricketing nations, and also by immigrants from cricketing nations. Club cricket can take place on an artificial turf pitch or a more traditional grass pitch. A traditional grass pitch is compulsory in
1435-510: The site was built in 1626. Most of that building was demolished in 1921, leaving only the steeple standing as a clock tower. In 1814 the corporation vacated the Tolbooth and moved to the new Justiciary Buildings on Saltmarket , overlooking Glasgow Green . The building served both as council chamber and offices for the corporation and as the courthouse for the Lower Ward of Lanarkshire. In 1844
1476-534: The standard 1). This version of the game also puts an emphasis on inclusivity, with rules such as each bowler being limited to 2 overs each, and batsmen retiring after reaching 25 runs being used to ensure that every player has a part to play in the outcome of the game. Finally, in Australia and New Zealand two day matches are occasionally played over both Saturday and Sunday, or, alternatively, over successive Saturdays (though this can sometimes have unfortunate effects on
1517-646: The winter months. Poloc Cricket Club's two principal senior cricket teams played under the names "Poloc" and "Shawholm". Poloc played in the Cricket Scotland organised Cricket Scotland League, administered by the Western District Cricket Union ("WDCU"), whilst Shawholm played in WDCU's West Cricket Scotland Reserve League. Another XI - the Poloc Panthers - played in the WDCU Evening League, whilst
1558-555: The work in local schools, the club's Community Coaching Initiative also worked with other community groups in providing sports coaching in and around the club's locality. The Initiative was granted charitable status in early 2007 and was registered with the OSCR under number SC037774. The registered body itself is CCI Glasgow Limited, a private company limited by guarantee and registered in Scotland under number SC315322. The work in its community
1599-473: Was moved to Shawholm on rollers. In the same year, the main avenue from Pollokshaws Road to Pollok House was opened, running past the north side of the ground in what is now Pollok Park. This avenue still provides the approach to Shawholm with the River Cart to the left. The club's winter golf section was formed in 1889, with bowls , putting and archery being added in the years following. Full tenancy of
1640-585: Was recognised by the Sports Council of Glasgow at its 2011 Awards Night when the club was voted the Accredited Club of the Year. The club was also awarded the highest Clubmark accreditation by Glasgow Life in 2011, one of only two Glasgow sports clubs to be awarded the "Stay Active" accreditation level. Poloc Cricket Club also played host to the UK's only R&A -recognised six-hole golf course. Founded in 1889,
1681-629: Was to be terminated after 143 years, and Cricket Scotland offered their support in trying to find a resolution. After talks were unsuccessful, members voted for the dissolution of Poloc Cricket Club, taking effect from Friday 31 March 2023. Poloc ran junior cricket teams at four age-group levels: under 10, 11, 12 and 16 and competed in West District Junior Cricket Union ("WDJCU") as well as Cricket Scotland-organised competitions. Under 10 and 11 players predominantly competed in " Kwik cricket " competitions. The club's junior sides won