Dave Rooney
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Date of Birth

5th April 1963.

Nickname

Roons. (Skidder)

Cricketing Status

Ex Bowling all-rounder, now a Batsman & Stand-in Keeper.

Other Sports Played

In my youth, Football, Badminton, Table tennis, Rugby, now Snooker, Golf, Fishing-course/fly/sea (On my boat) and shooting.

Sporting Hero

Ian Botham.

Most Memorable Cricketing Moment

Taking my 100th 5 wicket haul.

Most Disappointing Cricketing Moment

Injury to my shoulder bringing an end to my bowling days.

Funniest Cricketing Moment

With other things on my mind, walking out to bat with no pads on, doh!

Funniest Team Mate Quote

After getting caught within minutes of the oppo' putting two at long off and long on "It wasn't a bad shot, I just didn't hit it far enough" (not a Thorley player)

Cricket Dislikes

People that say....."I would have taken all the wickets, then scored all the runs needed and I wouldn't drop any catches"

Football Supported

West Ham United.

Usual Tipple

Lager-top

Favourite TV

House, Hero, Deadliest Catch and New Tricks.

Favourite Film

The Shawshank Redemption.

Your Worst Habits

Some might say Smoking.

Hobbies

Lapidary (look it up), Working on my metal lathe, painting landscapes in oils and when needed tying Flies.

Any Other Comments

 

 

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