Thomas and the Cricketers

"Next year, the cricket cup may go to someone else, but your certificate will always be here."

- The cricketers Thomas and the Cricketers is an annual story.

Plot
A hurricane sweeps over Sodor. As Thomas passes the Elsbridge cricket field, he is amazed to see a match being played. The driver explains it's the final of the Sodor Knockout Competition, that's why they are playing in the strong wind. When Thomas reaches the junction, James tells him of all the damage caused by the hurricane. Thomas is worried, but bravely sets off on his return journey. As he nears the cricket field, the guard sees the cricketers waving frantically and pulls the emergency cord. The train brakes come on, and Thomas screeches to a stop just in front of a fallen tree! Thomas takes the passengers back to the middle station, where Bertie takes the passengers home, and then Thomas goes back to the cricket field to watch the match. Elsbridge win by a small margin, and a few days later the Fat Controller presented the club with a special certificate.

Characters

 * Thomas
 * James
 * Bertie (does not speak)
 * The Fat Controller (does not speak)