Robinson returns home

Birmingham Cricket League newcomers Oswestry have pulled off a coup - by persuading former bowler Mark Robinson to return from Wellington.

Spinner Robinson, now an established part of the Shropshire attack in the Minor Counties Championship, has left Orleton Park to return to his roots at Morda Road.

It is a big boost to Oswestry, who are gearing up for their first season in division three of the Birmingham League after winning the Proactive Shropshire Premier League.

The Border men are eager to avoid the same fate as Wem, who have been relegated straight back down after their first year at the higher level.

Robinson came through the ranks at Morda Road, where his father is club captain, but moved to Wellington two years ago to test himself at a higher level.

But the regular travelling from his Oswestry home has taken its toll on the young star, and he jumped at the opportunity to go back.

He has also been named as Oswestry's vice captain for the 2008 season, with Ian Davies re-appointed as skipper at their AGM.

Oswestry have also managed to secure the services of South African pro Warrick Fynn for another year.

Fynn proved a big hit in Oswestry last year, and recently added to his burgeoning reputation at home by hitting his maiden First Class century for Eastern Province against Border - then taking 6-59 in the second innings of the same match.

"Warrick was superb for us last season and we're delighted he's coming back," said Robinson snr.