Kondor what's in a name, nothing. What's in a name EVERYTHING?

Kondor CC formerly known as Everglade cricket Club from 1981 to 1989. A collection of ragamuffins made up from, employees, owners, friends of Everglade Windows and a crew who used to meet up in the great White Bear in Hendon, fondly known as the 'WB'. Known as the 'WB' because some of the men, who were not allowed to frequent public bars and didn't want their spouses to know where they went every Friday night code-named the bar as 'WB'. The poor women folk thought their men were meeting a friend whose nickname was WB. Sorry, to all ladies who had been lied to all to for all those years!

This was a team of people who wanted to get together and have a good competitive Sunday with a get to together in the evenings. Played only 'friendly' matches on Sundays. Most of the teams played against were teams who played in Saturday league competitions and wanted to hone their skills by playing Everglade thinking we were easy fodder for the 'pros'. Talk to some of them and they will tell you we had some surprising talent who quite often gave smell of leather whizzing by their nostrils.

Around 1986-7, some of the old boys from Everglade had finally ran of stem and new young blood had to be found. More members were found through word of mouth and mainly from youth who used to waste a lot of their talent hanging around snooker clubs. As new blood started coming in, each member contributed towards introducing other wasted talents hanging around other social houses.

By 1990, there were sufficient members with aspirations to show that talent and as result; a decision was made to join a league.

Team 90 was formed and carried on as Team 91. For those of us who think there is wool in our brains and not grey matter, that was the years 1990 and 1991.

This team was sponsored by Tesco, yes Tesco! We won two indoor leagues and two cup final and runner up in third final. In summer 1991, Team 91 became Kondor. Kondor was named as a team name in order to join a league and became part of Middlesex Premier League. (Tesco didn't want to sponsor any more). The sponsorship mantle was taken by Central Circus Club known as the 'Dungeon'. The dungeon helped Kondor for a good 15 years. This was a good fruitful relationship.

In 2006, new sponsors were found, The Midlands, 'The Mids' of Hendon.

What's in name Everything. Kondor was named as a condor but with a 'K'. The Condor soars high above the mountains, sniffing out his pray. It can coast for hours thus needing stamina, patience and perseverance. When the opportunity arises, it pounces.

This is the ethos behind what this team is about. Each player volunteers to play. Wait for their opportunity. Once its there, pounce and become part of that team and part of a belief where each team member is there when anyone requires their help. Become part of a group who will support them when it's needed. Become part of a commonality which shares beliefs and values to keep each one on their correct path. Irrelevant of their religious or cultural background. This is what's in a name. The name KONDOR.

Those that cannot play for whatever reasons come and support. Kondor has fanatical fans. These fans and players, known as 'The Kondors' have migrated together to many parts of the world to watch World Cup competitions. India, South Africa and next West Indies. They follow teams all around Europe. Including Holland.

Up to 2007 not one member who has played for Kondor or has been a member has joined another Sunday League team.

An extension to further these values, Kondor Golf Society was also formed.

Years 1992 and 1993 were successful for Kondor. Twice missing promotion to division one by 4 points. Years 1994 to 2005 was a rollercoaster ride. The team was yo-yoing up and down various divisions.

BANG, came year 2006. Kondor won the knockout cup. By far the greatest success for the club. To top this up, we won the third division title.

What a final! Winning by 3 runs in a low scoring match. Both the opposing team and supporter will never forget the atmosphere. Never have there been so many supporters for a final in this league.

Years 2005 onwards has seen Kondor revitalised with many new young blood. We now a great mix of young with the experienced. Its exciting times. Long may this continue?

To change with the times, the team now has 3 selectors and an elected committee to share the load of team and administration issues. (For those who think this perfect…we have still been fined many times for not attending league meetings. Come on boys take responsibilities).

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