The cricket season begins for many of our clubs this weekend as the curtain goes up on another Leicestershire and Rutland County League campaign.
A fine century for Harry Funnell helped Barkby United bounce back from defeat and move up to second in the County League Premier Division.
Barkby United Seconds moved 33 points clear at the top of Division Four East as they extended their perfect start to the season at Countesthorpe.
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