George Watts bowling while batsman Malcolm Lake watches on,during the match between New Milton and Lymington.
RYAN Beck has revealed he is stepping down as captain of Southern Premier League outfit New Milton.
Beck, who helped the club gain its top-flight status in 2015, will take the reins for the last time when the Green & Golds visit neighbours Bashley on Saturday.
All-rounder Beck played a leading role as the Fernhill club comfortably held their own during their first two seasons in the Premier Division.
But a run of nine defeats and no victories this season has seen them crash to the foot of the table with a return to Division One a distinct possibility.
Beck will be replaced by 21-year-old fast bowler George Watts, who will continue a family tradition with father Steve and late grandfather Pete both having captained the club.
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