On Tuesday 12th Feb the VoP was very pleased to host the Danish Vikings XI, a team largely made up of a club team based in Copenhagen. Interestingly, their leader, Ole Mortensen played 157 first-class matches for Derbyshire from 1983. Due to the Valley ground being under repair, the game was played on the St Andrew’s College #1 ground … and the VoP thanks STAC very much for accommodating us! A donation was made to the College.
The average ages of the 2 teams were markedly different and this was reflected in the result. The Danes scored 98 all out and the VoP chased that down fairly comfortably. Formalities ensued soon after the close of play, gifts were exchanged and a post-match plan was devised. It was a stunning evening in the central city … a few drinks outside at OGB Bar followed by an Indian meal nearby.
Phil Smith
Thanks to Jim Smith for the images.
The StAC cricket pavilion on a beautiful day, vs Danish Vikings XI Feb 2019
