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Regional success for CTS STREET sides
Cricket Shropshire’s Chance to Shine Street sides returned from the regional finals with medals after a successful day in Wolverhampton.
Trow ton sets up Over 50s 2 XI win
A century from opener Graham Trow laid the foundation for a 42-run victory for Shropshire Over 50s 2nd XI in their first competitive game of the season when they hosted Worcestershire at Bridgnorth CC.
Dropped catches costly for D40s
Cricket Shropshire’s Disability D40 side were left to rue dropped catches which cost them the chance of victory over Yorkshire at Norton-in-Hales.
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.
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New competition has it taped
A new initiative from Cricket Shropshire has seen indoor Tape Ball competitions staged at Shrewsbury Sports Village.
Urban Games sessions in half-term
Cricket Shropshire will again be part of Telford & Wrekin Council’s Urban Games during the Whitsun half-term break next week. There are two free sessions planned at the Multi-use Games Area in Brookside, Telford, near the Windmill Primary School on Wednesday, May 28, and Thursday, May 29, both from 1-3pm. There is no charge for…
Watering and drought management
With the continuing warm, dry weather which could lead to hosepipe bans this Summer, the Grounds Management Association has issued some guidance to ground staff around the county.
Girls Softball Festival at Shelton
Our next Girls Softball Festival of the Summer is at Shelton CC on Sunday, June 8.
Join Shropshire’s Disability sides – with the chance of an England call!
Cricket Shropshire’s Disability D40 side are looking for new recruits from league cricket in the county to help them in their 2025 campaign. And it could lead players to an appearance in a prestigious national competition featured on Sky Sports and England recognition. It’s an exciting time to get involved in disability sport which has…
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JF steps down from Board role after 11 years
John Foster has stepped down from his role as Cricket Shropshire’s Performance Director – but he’s not done with the game in the county just yet.
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Last ball thriller to launch new Furrows Evening League
There was a final ball thriller in the game between Wrekin College and Lilleshall as the new Furrows East Shropshire Mid-Week League kicked off with its opening fixtures.
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Over 50s claim victory over Pears
Cricket Shropshire’s Over 50s launched their 2025 league campaign with victory over Herefordshire at Eastnor CC. Skipper Adam Shimmons won the toss and decided to take first use of the deck on a warm day and saw his side make a solid start despite the early loss of Bryan Jones. Mark Downes then built partnerships…
Women’s XI bow out of T20 cup
Cricket Shropshire’s Women’s XI were left to reflect on what might have been as they bowed out of the Vitality T20 Women’s County Cup after defeat by Northamptonshire.
Security warning after Albrighton break-in
Cricket clubs in Shropshire have been warned to be on their guard after thieves struck at Albrighton Cricket Club for the second time in two years.
Festival fun at Worfield shows affiliation package at work
The new Affiliation initiative launched this year by Cricket Shropshire aims to bring together schools and clubs to boost the game across the county.
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Mersey mission for Disability D40 side
Cricket Shropshire’s Disability D40 side found themselves up against one of the best teams in the country when they travelled to Lancashire for their opening game of the 2025 season. A league reorganisation has seen them ‘promoted’ to the Northern section of the Quest competition – one of the two strongest leagues in Disability cricket.…
Tributes to ex-Age Group coach Bob Anderson
Everyone at Cricket Shropshire is saddened to learn of the death of former Age Group coach Bob Anderson.
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Shropshire Women progress to next round of National T20 Cup
Shropshire Women’s 1st XI continued their fine start to the summer progressing to the next round of the newly created Vitality T20 Cup. They overcame Norfolk at Allscott Heath CC on bank holiday Monday and progress to Round 2 against Tier 2 side Northamptonshire on Sunday (11th May 1.30pm start) at Wem Cricket Club. The day…
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Women’s Softball Summer Festivals Programme
We are really delighted to be announcing the beginning of our Women’s Soft Ball Summer Festival Programme with two venues hosting on Sunday, May 11. Newport CC and Acton Reynald CC It is the first weekend of 9 weekends of festivals due to take place this Summer with further events across the County. Date Venues 11th May Newport Acton…
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EDI/Safeguarding posters sent to clubs
Cricket Shropshire has produced a series of posters promoting inclusivity and safety in cricket – and these are now being distributed to clubs across the county.
Furrows East Shropshire Mid-week League launch
The new Furrows East Shropshire Mid-Week League makes it bow in May after months of planning involving all the clubs involved.
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All systems go for Junior Leagues
Cricket Shropshire’s Junior Leagues are back for 2025 bigger and better than ever – with many launching next week.
Girls Softball Festival at Whittington CC
Our first Girls Softball Festival of the Summer is due to take place at Whittington CC on Sunday, May 11.
EDI work with clubs continues apace
Cricket Shropshire has delivered 15 EDI Club Workshops across the county this Spring.
Volunteer of the Month launched for 2025
Cricket Shropshire is looking to highlight the brilliant work that goes on at clubs across the county with the launch of the Volunteer of the Month awards for the 2025 season.
Boys skills session picture gallery
Here’s another batch of pictures from our Under 11s and Under 13s County Age Group and Development squads skills training days during the Easter holidays – this time featuring the boys.
Fielding drills in the spotlight for Age Group girls
Girls from Cricket Shropshire’s Under 11s and Under 13s County Age Group and Development squads have been enjoying some skills training during the Easter holidays.
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