Men’s Squash, 2nd Team Squad 2006/07
Read the second team match reports here.
The team was promoted from Division 4 to Division 3 of the Middlesex Squash League. The squad has strengthened, so hopefully the team can push for promotion this season.
Johnny Bruce (Captain)
Now entering his 21st campaign as team captain, (summer and winter seasons), veteran Johnny Bruce is playing some of the best squash of his life (so he says). As he spent most of the Summer 2006 season getting beaten and arguing with referees, this assertion is open to question. Hardest hitter in the club (apart from those who hit it harder), and best marker in the Club and N8 generally. Team mates have been known to duck for cover when asked to referee his games. Luckily the team has undergone a radical overhaul for the 2006/07 season, so someone else can have a bash at it.
Richard Gourlay
Ex-first team player and Club Champion who spent a number of years pouring scorn on Johnny Bruce’s team and the fact they were ageing, over-the-hill etc etc. Then found himself in the slightly embarrassing position of having to ask for a team spot in that very team. Expected to take some heat at number 1 in the order, and expected to win at least 75% of his games, which may be a tall order for a man whose fitness is disappearing as rapidly as his hairline (according to the 1st team skipper).
Nick Berzins
Simon Bradbury
New(ish) member Simon played for Cambridge University and then played little squash for a number of years while working in the US. After cutting his teeth this summer, he is now better placed to convert good performances into good wins. Very fit and quick around the court. Looking good for 66% win record this year (that’s his target).
Lewis Lenssen
Dodgy casual wear and an inappropriate number of pairs of shoes owned (too many) have not prevented Lewis from some excellent performances for the team over the last few years. Fit as a butcher’s dog, can grind down even the fittest of opponents. Dodgy marker and lightweight drinker. .
Duncan Wheeler
Very ungainly style but effective. Hits hard, then drops effectively. Indecisive referee, poor timekeeper. Good team player, raises his game for team games.