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Pro for a Day winner - Alastair Gibson Durham CCC Media Release - 31 July 2002
Alastair, from Morpeth, won Durham County Cricket Club's unique competition to play in the Durham side against Lashings World XI next Wednesday. He will play a full and active part in the match by bowling, batting and fielding. As part of his prize, Alastair will be able to take part in a training session the day before his big day and he will be put up in style in an Executive Suite at the Holiday Inn, Washington the night before and after the match. He has been given his very own training and playing kit with his own squad number - 38. Alastair is looking forward to experiencing a day as a professional cricketer. He said: "I entered the competition because I thought it would be a good opportunity to experience a day as a professional cricketer. I'm really looking forward to experiencing the whole atmosphere of the day and playing against some cricket legends." Captain, Jon Lewis said: "It will be a day remember for him as he will be sharing a world class ground with world class opposition. The team is looking forward to the new addition to the dressing room. I'm sure he will have a great day." Durham play Lashings World XI on Wednesday 7 August 2002, starting at 1.00pm. Tickets cost £10 for adults and £5 for juniors (in advance). A Family Ticket (two adults and three children) costs £25 (in advance). Ticket Hotline: 0191 387 1717.
Lashings Team is expected to be as follows:
Profile: Name: Alastair Gibson Lives: Morpeth, Northumberland Born: 28/11/59 Family: Married with three children Job: Regional Sales Manager for Tyne Tees Television © Durham CCC
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