Hadleigh's huge win over Basildon & Pitsea was very much a family affair at the John Burrows Ground.

It was the Harding, Wagstaff, and Soilleux families which played a leading part.

Andrew Harding scored 113 and shared in an opening wicket stand of 182 with Jon Wagstaff (112).

Then Adam Soilleux (33 not out) helped the score along with backing from his dad Roy, who made an undefeated 30.

When Basildon replied 15-year-old Daniel Timms took 4-30 with off-spinner Oliver Wagstaff (11) taking 2-11.

Oliver, son of Jon, and Adam Soilleux have recently attended Essex trials.

Andrew Harding is the cousin of Richard, who played in the match along with his father Neil.

Hadleigh won by 198 runs.

Published Tuesday, April 29, 2003

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