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Get It Whacked! The Macclesfield Cricket Club Podcast

71 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 years ago -

An ECB award winning cricket podcast featuring players and characters from Macclesfield Cricket Club, who play in the Cheshire cricket leagues in England. Macclesfield Cricket Club also has a long association with various professional players and coaches from the UK and Australia and we look forward to bringing them on the podcast soon!

In September 2020, Get It Whacked was the recepient of a NatWest OSCA for proactive leadership in the community.

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Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 47

February 12, 2022 06:28 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB

Today's guest recently made his international debut for Bulgaria at the ICC associate nations T20 competition in Sophia. A product of the Macclesfield academy, he captained his age group during his junior years before making his deubt in senior cricket. Something of a perennial student, he is guilty by association for his Mum's sandwiches. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Aswad Khan.   I would also like to take the time to thank Aswad very publicly for not only a fabulous podcast discussing his c...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 46

November 27, 2021 09:23 - 1 hour - 54 MB

Today's episode is the next in our series of 'Around the county' featuring 2 gentlemen who have appeared for Nantwich Cricket Club and combined 500+ times. However, before we go any further, a slight caveat that this episode was recorded in March of 2021 so the time lines you're hearing in relation to the start of a season are for the one just gone...!  That being said, it gives me great pleasure to welcome Mr Ryan Brown and Mr Jimmy Warrington to the podcast! Enjoy.   Thank you for your...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 45

November 20, 2021 08:17 - 52 minutes - 40.8 MB

Get it whacked is back with a bang for season 3! On today's episode, we welcome yet another member of the Moores cricketing family dynasty, which seemed a very appropriate place to start for the 3rd series. Known for his gritty batting, smart glovework and red hot speam, ladies and gentlemen, it's Mr. Mitch Moores.   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 11000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, inclu...

The Macc Report - Season 2 - 2021 Season Review

November 13, 2021 10:55 - 1 hour - 52.3 MB

Today's episode is the last of the season for The Macc Report, featuring a review of the 2021 season with captains, James Cross, Adam Longshaw, Miles Horner, Matt Cunningham and Tom Jennings.

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 11

August 06, 2021 09:58 - 27 minutes - 19 MB

Today's episode features the usual round up of the weekends fixtures with captains, James Cross, Adam Longshaw, Miles Horner, Matt Cunningham and Rob Jennings, together with a review of the recent annual Rugby vs Cricket club fixture.

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 10

July 29, 2021 11:08 - 42 minutes - 30.2 MB

Today's episode features an array of guests to cover not only the weekend's fixtures, but also some serious shots being fired ahead of the annual Rugby vs. Cricket T20 fixture this Sunday. Lastly, we catch up with one of the club's members, who is currently undertaking a huge challenge on behalf of charity. You can find out more about the challenge on the below link: https://www.justgiving.com/fundraising/roryandtomcycle     

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 9

July 08, 2021 08:40 - 25 minutes - 15.7 MB

On this week's episode of 'The Macc Report' we hear from captains, James Cross, Miles Horner and Matt Cunningham, together with a mystery Scottish guest to discuss the over 40s team, as usual, hosted by Pete Langley!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 10000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought ...

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 8

July 01, 2021 09:05 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

This week sees the return of host, Pete Langley, who is joined by representatives from the 2nd, 3rd, 4th and Sunday team to discuss the weekends fixtures.   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 10000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I would like to...

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 7

June 27, 2021 21:09 - 35 minutes - 21.4 MB

The Macc report is back! Apologies for the mid season break in service, but rest assured the Macc report will be back on a weekly basis from here on in!    

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 6

May 25, 2021 09:43 - 30 minutes - 17.6 MB

This week, host Pete Langley welcomes representatives of the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and Sunday XI's, together with the self-styled 'Mr. Macclesfield' himself, Franky Barker, who by all accounts probably joined the wrong zoom call at very much the wrong time...!   Please note, Macclesfield Cricket Club cannot be held responsible for the length of time it takes Mr. Francis Barker to complete his self promotion whilst appearing on it's podcasts.

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 5

May 20, 2021 20:15 - 29 minutes - 17.1 MB

After yet more rain, host Pete Langley manages to conjure up an array of guests to discuss the weeks fixtures!

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 4

May 13, 2021 12:08 - 27 minutes - 16.4 MB

After a very wet weekend saw no Saturday cricket, host Pete Langley is joined by representatives of the new womens and girls teams, together with the Sunday XI to discuss their recent training and fixtures.

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 3

May 04, 2021 16:38 - 35 minutes - 21.6 MB

This week, host Pete Langley is joined by James Cross, Chris France, Mitch Moores, Matt Cunningham and Tom Carter to discuss the weekend's fixtures.

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 2

April 27, 2021 19:45 - 31 minutes - 19.3 MB

This week, host Pete Langley is joined by James Cross, Chris France, Miles Horner and podcast debutant, Tom Jennings. Enjoy!

The Macc Report - Season 2 Episode 1

April 22, 2021 09:03 - 29 minutes - 18.7 MB

After the clubs first round of league fixtures, The Macc Report returns with a new host, Pete Langley, to be joined each week by captains, vice captains and players from around the club to discuss the results of the week! The first episode kicks off the 4 Saturday captains, James Cross, Chris France, Miles Horner and Matt Cunningham.

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 44

March 24, 2021 10:22 - 1 hour - 58 MB

These 2 gentlemen both graduated through the Macclesfield academy and have gone one to represent the club in all 5 senior sides, together with captaining on various occasions. Best of mates on and off the field, they have the unenviable distinction of being Macclesfield cricket club's premier bromance, Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Adam Longshaw and Mr. Chris Flint.     If you would like to get involved with Karl Burgesses 'Pounds for Pounds' challenge, on behalf of East Cheshire Hospice, ple...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - 2021 Season Update

March 16, 2021 12:31 - 45 minutes - 37.1 MB

Today, we are joined by the chairman, Simon Griffiths, club captain, James Cross, head of Academy, Paul Hughes, and social media guru/club personality, Pete Langley for a look towards and hopeful full cricketing season during 2021!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 9000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker t...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 43

March 10, 2021 09:39 - 50 minutes - 40.4 MB

Today's guest is yet another recent graduate of the Kings school, Macclesfield. A relatively recent addition to Macclesfield Cricket Club, he has quickly fitted in due in no small part to his love of hockey shots and getting it whacked. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Sam Buckingham. Enjoy!    Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener ...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 42

March 02, 2021 08:52 - 1 hour - 66.5 MB

Today's guest is the first in our series of players from 'around the county'. This man has played for Toft Cricket Club for 20 years and risen through the ranks to become 1st team and club captain. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Jimmy Lomas. Enjoy!     Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March 2020, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has deve...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 41

February 21, 2021 19:21 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Today's guest joins us direct from a victorious campaign with the Sydney Sixers in this years Big Bash tournament. Making his 3rd appearance on the podcast, he has some scores to settle with his former 'House of Cricket' housemates. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Nick Bertus!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say ...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 40

February 14, 2021 09:54 - 1 hour - 53.6 MB

Today's guest came over from Australia to play for Macclesfield during the 2004 season. Widely regarded as one of, if not the quickest bowlers to play for Macclesfield, he lit up the county league, both on and off the field, with 5fer in his first game. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Sam McTaggart.      Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from over 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated li...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 39

January 24, 2021 11:38 - 45 minutes - 38.1 MB

Today's guest made his debut for Macclesfield in 2002 and progressed through the academy to represent the 1st team, before making the switch to the Manchester league. A master of flight and guile, he is also unsung thinker and tactician. Much maligned for wearing blue when he bleeds red, he is a man who knows a man. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Liam Markie.   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from ...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 38

January 17, 2021 12:04 - 1 hour - 50 MB

Today's guest is yet another member of the Moores family cricketing dynasty. A true modern day cricketer, he represents Nottinghamshire in all 3 formats of the game, together with various T20 franchises around the world. Capable of playing 360 degrees around the ground as a batsman, his Uncle Tony almost certainly still has him in his back pocket when it comes to garden cricket, Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Tom Moores.

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 37

January 10, 2021 12:23 - 52 minutes - 42.6 MB

Today, we welcome back the self-styled local podcast celebrity and star of episode 7, Pete Langley, to talk about the clubs fledgling Instagram account. Not content with a ‘normal’ episode, Langers of course wanted to do something a little different, so we have a very special mystery guest for the 2nd half of the podcast. Enjoy.   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 8000 unique downloads from over 20 different countrie...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - End of year update

December 27, 2020 11:26 - 39 minutes - 32 MB

On todays episode, we welcome back the chairman, Mr. Simon Griffiths, and 1st team captain, Mr. James Cross, for an end of year update and some more information about the 2021 season. And with it being Christmas, there had to be a special guest...!    Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 7000 unique downloads from over 20 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has develo...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 36

December 13, 2020 11:46 - 57 minutes - 45.3 MB

Today's guest is widely considered to be one of the best captains the club has ever had. A master tactician, he spent many years behind the stumps offering advice to not only his bowlers, but most of the batsmen as well! Never to far away from mischief in and around the dressing room, he has now assumed a much more serious position as head of the academy. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Paul Hughes     Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have a...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 35

December 06, 2020 12:38 - 1 hour - 47.5 MB

Today's guest was born and raised in Macclesfield but now resides on the Gold Coast in Australia. A member of the 'double double' winning squad from the 90s, he is also synonymous with the singing of many club songs. A former groundsman at Macc, he relocated to Australia and spent 10 years as assistant curator at the Sydney Cricket Ground. He's got some amazing stories, including one about the great Shane Warne coming to Macclesfield CC, Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr Rick Shenton.   Thank you f...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 34

November 28, 2020 14:59 - 41 minutes - 34.5 MB

Today's guest is the next in our series of professional players to join us on the podcast. Hailing from Cumbria, he made his way through the Cheshire County Cricket League, with a brief stint in the minor counties, to professional contract with Lancashire. It's a real treat to be able to welcome a genuine all rounder to the podcast. He currently plays his cricket for Surrey and various franchises around the world. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Jordan Clark. Enjoy!

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 33

November 22, 2020 12:03 - 43 minutes - 36 MB

Today's guest is yet another former pupil and recent graduate of the Kings school, Macclesfield. Known for his aggressive batting, he’s also enjoys playing hockey, though mostly on the cricket pitch! He’s a full time student at the university of colouring in, ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Tom Carter.

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 32

November 14, 2020 12:32 - 52 minutes - 40 MB

Today's guest has had many roles at the club! He’s been many things to many people and now, some would argue most importantly, he’s taken on the mantel of head groundsman. There is never a dull moment when this man is around, and some would argue he is the heartbeat of the club. Ladies and gentlemen, Mr. Paul Fairclough. Enjoy.      Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 7000 unique downloads from over 20 different countries...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 31

November 07, 2020 13:01 - 1 hour - 47.9 MB

Welcome back to the new season of Get It Whacked: The Macclesfield Cricket Club Podcast! Today's guest is a former 1st team captain, former Cheshire opening bowler and lifelong cricket badger! As passionate as they come about Macc, both on and off the field, it gives me great pleasure to introduce Mr. Barney Cutbill. Enjoy     Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode in March, we have amassed over 7000 unique downloads from over 20 different countries,...

The Macc Report - 3rd & 4th Team Season Review

October 24, 2020 10:07 - 34 minutes - 24.3 MB

On this episode of The Macc Report, we welcome back Matt Cunningham, alongside Miles Horner, to discuss their team's respective seasons, and also to give out the captain's awards for batsmen, bowler, most improved, and player of the year. Enjoy!      Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode over 6 months ago, we have amassed over 6000 unique downloads from 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has de...

The Macc Report - 1st & 2nd Team Season Review

October 14, 2020 12:30 - 55 minutes - 36.5 MB

On this episode of The Macc Report, we welcome back James Cross and Chris France to discuss their team's respective seasons, and also to give out the captain's awards for batsmen, bowler, most improved, and player of the year. Enjoy!      Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode over 6 months ago, we have amassed over 6000 unique downloads from 24 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quic...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Season 2 update!

October 11, 2020 15:30 - 9 minutes - 8.06 MB

Following the debut 'season' of Get It Whacked! I thought it was about time to give you all an update as to the future of the podcast and some rather fantastic recent news concerning a national award for the podcast!

The Macc Report - Episode 7

September 03, 2020 09:40 - 25 minutes - 16.4 MB

Today's episode features James Cross, Chris France, Ian Kenny and Matt Cunnngham.   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode, we have amassed over 5600 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I would like to offer listeners the opportunity to become more involved with the podcast by becoming Patreon...

The Macc Report - Episode 6

August 25, 2020 12:47 - 19 minutes - 12.9 MB

Today, we welcome James Cross, returning 3rd team vice captain Chris Flint, and podcast debutant, Simon Ackerley, who took charge of our first ever Saturday 4th team fixture.    Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 20 weeks ago, we have amassed over 5500 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 30

August 21, 2020 12:21 - 1 hour - 57.5 MB

On the final episode of the first 'season' of Get It Whacked, the microphone is reversed with  the regular host becoming the guest! Thanks to Pete Langley for hosting todays episode and also to those that have continually requested this episode, for some reason or another! Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Miles Horner. Enjoy     Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 20 weeks ago, we have amassed over 5500 unique downloads from 12 different countries, includ...

The Macc Report - Episode 5

August 18, 2020 09:18 - 21 minutes - 14.3 MB

Episode 5 of The Macc report, featuring James Cross, debutant Tom Carter, Miles Horner and Matt Cunningham, reviewing all of the weekends fixtures!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 18 weeks ago, we have amassed over 5000 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I would like to offer listene...

The Macc Report - Episode 4

August 11, 2020 11:48 - 23 minutes - 15 MB

Episode 4 of The Macc report, featuring John Birchall, debutant. Stuart Parkes, Mitch Moores and Matt Cunningham, reviewing all of the weekends fixtures!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 18 weeks ago, we have amassed over 5000 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I would like to offer l...

The Macc Report - Episode 3

August 04, 2020 12:01 - 28 minutes - 18.6 MB

Episode 3 of The Macc report, featuring James Cross, Chris France, Miles Horner and Matt Cunningham, reviewing all of the weekends fixtures!   Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 14 weeks ago, we have amassed over 4000 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated listener from Sweden! To say the podcast has developed quicker than I thought it would, would be an understatement. As such, I would like to offer listeners the ...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 29

July 31, 2020 10:38 - 1 hour - 48.2 MB

To say this individual has a long and rich history with Macclesfield Cricket club would be an understatement! A man of many roles, he’s been a 1st team stalwart, opening bowler, fluent batsmen, head of academy, coach and just about everything in-between. To say he has had an influence on many of the best young cricketers the club has produced is probably doing him a disservice. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Stewart Garnett

The Macc Report - Episode 2

July 28, 2020 09:00 - 21 minutes - 14.2 MB

Episode 2 of The Macc report, featuring James Cross, Chris France, Andy Moores and Matt Cunningham, reviewing all of the weekends fixtures!

The Macc Report - Episode 1

July 21, 2020 11:57 - 13 minutes - 9.52 MB

With the seasons now underway, each Tuesday we will be bringing you a bitesize podcast, running over the results from the weekend with captains and various players from the club, both deubtants and returnees to the podcast! This week we welcome 1st team captain, James Cross and 4th team captain, Matt Cunningham, together with 3rd team captain and host, Miles Horner. Enjoy

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 28

July 17, 2020 16:53 - 47 minutes - 35.2 MB

Today's guest lives and breathes Macclesfield Cricket Club. To say we wouldn't be where we are without him is an understatement! The chairman has arrived, and just in time to update us on the state of all things Macc CC before the resumption of the season! It's Mr. Simon Griffiths.

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 27

July 10, 2020 08:03 - 1 hour - 51.7 MB

Today we welcome the one man I have been most nervous about interviewing! Widely regarded as one of the clubs most talented bowlers, he has gained a reputation around the Cheshire leagues for all manor of different reasons, some of which you'l hear about today! Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Craig Melrose! Thank you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 14 weeks ago, we have amassed over 4000 unique downloads from 12 different countries, including 1 very dedicated li...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 26

July 03, 2020 14:58 - 1 hour - 50.7 MB

Today's episode features a true Macclesfield Cricket Club legend. Known to most as ‘The General’ he is responsible for countless funny stories, sledges and drinking games! Instantly recognisable by his distinctive laugh, he delights in tormenting his prey, both by the fine arts of flight and guile, and his acid whit, no pun intended. He’s always happy to put the bunnies in the hutch, Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Stephen Whittingham.

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 25

June 19, 2020 15:41 - 54 minutes - 39.5 MB

Today's guest may not be known by some of our listeners by name, but you must have been living under a rock not to have heard his voice as the man behind the camera at Sanderstead Cricket Club, via his YouTube channel Sanderstead CCTV or countless viral videos on Facebook & Instagram. Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Dan Allen.   Thanks you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 12 weeks ago, we have amassed nearly 4000 unique downloads from 12 different countries, inc...

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 24

June 12, 2020 15:12 - 53 minutes - 41.2 MB

Today's guest is one of our more recent additions to Macclesfield cricket club. A man of agriculture, he announced his arrival at Macc with a bang in his very first game. Often maligned and derided for his sleeping habits, he also has some unfinished business with another of our farming cricketers. It’s the minister of milk, the bully of beef, the captain of the cows, Mr. Tom Radley. Enjoy.   Thanks you for your continued support of the podcast. Since the debut episode 12 weeks ago, we hav...

Get it whacked! Macc CC - Episode 23

June 09, 2020 11:35 - 1 hour - 46.1 MB

Today, we welcome yet another member of the Moores cricketing family dynasty. A former 2nd team captain, he is held in high regard for not only his sledging, but for his trademark shot, which he once famously ignored Khalid Sawas over and won a game for the 1st team with it anyway. He’s a part time cricketer and a full time sweeper, Ladies and Gentlemen, Mr. Andrew Moores. Enjoy.

Get it whacked: Macc CC - Episode 22

June 06, 2020 11:54 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Today's podcast features another first for Get it whacked! A brotherly podcast, direct from the weird hills of Derbyshire. Lots of excellent stories about their time in the Derbyshire & Cheshire Cricket League, together with their respective times at Kings as captain, and now finally at Macclesfield. Dan & Tom Isherwood, enjoy.