Hoppers claim Championship Challenge Cup honours
Grasshoppers claimed the inaugural Shropshire T20 Mid-Week Championship Challenge Cup with a professional seven-wicket victory over St Georges at Allscott Heath CC.
Under 18 girls return from Wales with win
Cricket Shropshire’s Under 18 girls enjoyed their trip to Panteg CC to take on Glamorgan as they came away with a three-wicket victory.
Time to nominate for 2025 Cricket Collective Awards
Nominations are now open for the ECB’s 2025 Grassroots Cricket Collective Awards – and we’re looking for the Shropshire winners in each category who could also go on to get national recognition as in 2024.
Newport Girls High U13s claim regional CTS title
Newport Girls High U13s claimed the title at the West Midlands Regional Finals of Chance to Shine’s Chance to Compete competition at Dorridge Cricket Club.
They took on five other teams from around the region in the finals in a round-robin competition and came top thanks to their teamwork and energy seeing them through games.
In the Under 15s competitions, Shropshire’s representative were Thomas Adams School from Wem – again taking on the winners from five other counties in a round-robin competition.
It was a close-fought competition and eventually they finished as runners-up losing the decisive game by just three runs.
Cricket Shropshire’s Development Administrator Vanessa Russell, who was at the competition said: “Congratulations and a brilliant effort from both our teams who represented Shropshire with pride on a sizzling Summer day.
“Newport Girls High clinched the title in impressive fashion after five hard-fought games with their consistency bringing home a fantastic win for Shropshire.
“Thomas Adams gave it their all, their determination, skill and resilience shone through all day.
“The atmosphere all day was full of excitement, with teams from across the region showcasing the growing strength and talent in girls’ cricket.
“It was brilliant to watch both our schools in action. I found myself constantly moving between pitches, caught up in the drama and skill on display.
“The results could have gone either way, and it’s amazing to see Shropshire girls competing at such a high level. Huge congratulations to both teams!
“A massive thank you to Dorridge Cricket Club for hosting such a well-run event and to all the players, teachers and coaches who made the day such a memorable one.
“The future of girls’ cricket in the West Midlands is looking incredibly bright!”
Bridgnorth primary schools enjoy day at the cricket
Youngsters from five primary schools enjoyed a brilliant day of cricket at Bridgnorth CC for a Key Stage Two tournament.
Shropshire take on League XI at Wellington CC
Shropshire will take on a Shropshire County Cricket League Representative XI this Sunday, July 6, at Wellington Cricket Club.
Women’s Softball Action Continues on June 29th – Column CC Steps Up as First-Time Festival Hosts!
The Women’s Softball Festival series keeps on rolling – and the next stop is shaping up to be something special! On Sunday 29th June, teams from across Shropshire will be heading to a brand-new venue on the festival circuit… Column Cricket Club!
Having only recently joined the Women and Girls’ cricket community, Column are diving in with both feet by hosting their very first Women’s Softball Festival – and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome them to the lineup.
Naomi Payne, Women and Girls Coach, said:
“Column joining the Women and Girls’ community has been amazing, and now they’re already hosting their first festival! It just shows how welcoming and enthusiastic this network is. We can’t wait to see them in action on the 29th.”
The countdown is on – and for those lucky enough to be playing, it’s set to be another top-class festival in the summer softball series.
So, round up your team, and get ready for more fun-filled cricket at Column CC on Sunday 29th June!
Please register below:
Women’s Softball Festival EOI – 29th June – Cricket Shropshire
U13s fall short in run chase
A stuttering run chase saw Shropshire Under 13 Boys fall short after an impressive bowling performance when they travelled to Hagley CC to take on Worcestershire.
School games a big success
More than 150 enthusiastic Year 6 pupils from 16 Telford schools enjoyed a sun-filled day of cricket at Wellington Cricket Club as part of a School Games cricket festival designed to be inclusive and fun for all abilities.
Priorslee claim opening Furrows evening league win
Priorslee made their mark in their first game in the new Furrows East Shropshire Mid-Week League with a 40-run victory at Forton after their bye in the first week.