Ticknall CC''s first season in the Premier League, proved to be as difficult as first thought, with relegation back to the Derbyshire County League confirmed with 2 weeks left of the 2008 season.
Nevertheless, plans are afoot for a swift return as the core of the squad will remain the same-testament to the strength of the club.
Luke Harvey, who had a fine season in 2008,will captain the 1st XI for the first time with Graham Chamberlain standing down and becoming his deputy. Ray McGuinness steps down from the Vice-Captaincy and the 1st XI, as his hand and back injuries finally took their toll.
Johnny Coxon takes on the 2nd XI captaincy full-time supported by Andy Butler.
Jim Meakin and Stuart Cadman continue with the 3rd team after back to back promotions, with Dave Woodburn taking on bringing the youth through the 4th team with Vice-Captain Tim Butler.

Under the government's new Points Based Managed Migration system, cricket clubs will now need to obtain a sponsor licence from the UK Borders Agency in order to bring cricketers and coaches from outsi
