It's a privelege to be asked to captain the 1st XI of Prestatyn CC this year and I am looking forward to the challenge ahead.

I'm under no illusions that it is going to be a tough season, but it's important that we keep up confidence and team spirit. I think we may be regarded as underdogs due to the youth and inexperience of the team, but we shouldn't be underestimated. The younger players have really developed their ability over the winter, and playing in the Premier Division last season, will stand them in good stead for this year.

The aim is obviously to stay in the First Division and gain consolidation. We have some key players returning such as Gaz Friday, and with the excellent progress of our younger players, I am sure we will hold our own.

The emphasis I am putting on my team this season is going to be about enjoying our cricket both on and off the field, something that we sorely lacked last year, and with more self belief and a good team spirit ethic, I am sure season 2011 will be a successful one.

Dave Harris
1st XI Captain