PETER Hagelthorn has been appointed captain of the Wiltshire O50s County Cricket Club for the 2003 season, which begins with an away fixture at Dorset on May 22.

Other officers elected were Steve Steir, of Trowbridge, as president, South Newton's Dick Moulding as chairman, while Gwun Blenkinsop as secretary and Malmesbury's John Williams as treasurer.

Said Hagelthorn: "Any cricketer wishing to continue playing after the age of 50 having enjoyed club cricket should make himself available.

Hagelthorn can be contacted on (01380) 818381.

Chippenham have begun pre-season net practice at the Sports Club on Hardenhuish Avenue on Tuesday nights. Tuesday night sessions begin at 6.30pm. Contact (01249) 652867.

Urchfont Cricket Club are seeking new members ahead of the 2003 season and net practice begins on Sunday.Contact captain Paul Slater on (01380) 840464 or 07973 373433.