The first pre-season match of the season saw Southgate 2nds head to Essex to face Woodford Wells 2nds. Arriving at the ground, blessed by a beautiful spring day, we were all eager to get the season underway.

The season got off to a slow start for Southgate 1’s as they struggled to slip it up a gear against a Woodford Wells side that dominated with the bat. The sunny weather provided a splendid welcome back to the season and was matched with a solid batting wicket that only got better throughout the day.