Tony Weld reaches 100 International milestone

Tony Weld treasurer

In 1983, the Old County Ground at Northlands Road hosted its first One-Day International, a World Cup match between Australia and Zimbabwe. The official scorers for that match were Victor Isaacs and Tony Weld.

Since then Victor Isaacs has become the longest serving scorer in Hampshire's history, and Tony Weld has remained the 2nd XI's scribe, that is, when he was not away scoring with visiting International teams.

This Thursday the 10th July, the Rose Bowl hosts the Nat West series One Day International when South Africa meet Zimbabwe. The official scorers for that match will be Victor Isaacs and Tony Weld. 20 years on, Vic will be scoring his 13th International (1 test and 12 ODIs) and Tony his 100th.

Tony Weld who keeps his age a secret for fear of being retired prematurely, is one of the countries leading scorers. Treasurer of the Association of County Cricket Scorers, he puts his life and soul into the task which he still enjoys to the full.

Tony is also a useful replacement when Vic, recently troubled by diabetic foot problems is absent, not only does he perform the computer duties, he scores in the main scorebook and also performs Vic's Public Address announcements.

It is Tony's International duties that has been his forte over the years. He has joined the Australians, The West Indies, Pakistan, New Zealand to name but a few, and has been highly respected figure with all he has toured with.

Tony is a man that does not push himself forward in the public eye, slightly shy but very friendly and a delight to share a scorers box with.

He is to be congratulated on the 100th Milestone a magnificent achievement, but we have not seen the last of him for some time yet, whatever his age!