A fond farewell...

Although The Voice is in deep hibernation at the moment (I am having the rugby streamed live into my winter home deep underneath the tree in chalkwell park) I would like to take this opportunity to pop my head out of my burrow for a moment to wish our overseas player Chris Villani 'bon voyage'. Chris has been a stand out performer in the first team this year, forming a potent opening partnership with Braithers that I'm sure no opening batsmen enjoyed facing. I'm equally sure no tail enders enjoyed the fire breathing Australian tearing in either, especially the 12 year old at Billericay who is still having nightmares about the throat high beamer that Villani speared down at him.

Off the field Chris's personality shines through and his ability to crank the music in the club up to deafening levels without anyone trying to throw him through the window is testament to his popularity within Leigh. He has also helped out with numerous chores around the place and vital activities that have assisted the maintanence and upkeep of the club. His contributions have been noticed and greatly appreciated.

I know that he will be missed by all who dwell around the club, although now Rob Catchpole will now feel a bit freer in the changing rooms without the prospect of being face to face with 'little Chris' every time he turns around.

We hope to welcome Chris back at some point in the future, (he is better than Ray Clarence after all) for his talent, sense of humour, and the fact he is cheap!

Villani-ohh-ohhh-oh