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Oxfordshire Cricket announce long-term partnership with Gray-Nicolls

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Oxfordshire Cricket is pleased to announce a new long-term partnership with leading cricket brand Gray-Nicolls, who will become the official teamwear partner to Oxfordshire Cricket. The partnership will introduce high-quality teamwear for Oxfordshire Cricket, featuring a design that embraces the original county colors of Blue, Magenta, and Gold to retain a strong connection to our history. Matthew Barnes, Performance Director at Oxfordshire Cricket, said: “We are thrilled to be partnering with Gray-Nicolls as our official and exclusive kit supplier for the foreseeable future. They are one of the most globally recognisable and oldest cricket manufacturers, synonymous with high-quality and performance-led equipment and apparel. With a legacy built on history, a dedication to innovation and performance, and broad support for cricket, Gray-Nicolls are a great partner for Oxfordshire Cricket. This long-term agreement is set to provide our employees and players with a full range of equitable, high-quality clothing and equipment, and we are incredibly enthusiastic about the opportunities this partnership brings.” Marc Jackson, Area Sales Manager at Gray-Nicolls, said: “We are proud to be partnering with Oxfordshire Cricket and to be supporting the development of players across the county. Oxfordshire has a strong reputation for nurturing talent and playing an important role in the wider game, and we’re looking forward to working closely with Matt and the team over the coming years. At Gray-Nicolls we’re passionate about supporting cricket from the grassroots to the elite level, and this partnership is a great example of that. We’re excited to see Oxfordshire players representing the county in the Gray-Nicolls kit and using our products as they continue to push their performance standards.” The new partnership will come into effect immediately, covering Oxfordshire Cricket’s organisational needs and its performance programmes.
2025 Impact Report Launched

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Oxfordshire Cricket is proud to launch its first-ever Impact Report, capturing the scale, reach and real-life difference cricket has made across the county between October 2024 and September 2025More than a collection of statistics, the 2025 Impact Report tells the story of a year defined by growth, inclusion and opportunity – from school playgrounds and community hubs to clubs, volunteers and performance pathways. Accompanying the report is a short launch video, bringing to life just some of the people, places and moments behind the numbers.In 2025, Oxfordshire Cricket engaged 8,040 children through schools, community and bursary programmes, while national programmes such as All Stars and Dynamos reached 2,684 participants – a 24% increase on the previous year. Junior cricket continued to thrive, with 4,605 young players taking part in competitions, a 20% rise over the past two years, and 841 matches completed across the county.The growth of the women’s and girls’ game was a standout success. 926 girls competed in junior cricket – the highest number on record – while women’s club cricket expanded to 72 teams playing 270 matches, an increase of 139% year on year. More clubs than ever before are now offering dedicated women’s and girls’ programmes, widening access to the game across Oxfordshire.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AjBHkB2yviUThe Impact Report also highlights the power of cricket as a force for social good. Disability cricket continued to expand with six Super 1 hubs, engaging children and young adults across the county, alongside increased work in SEND schools and colleges. Programmes such as Street Cricket, MCC Foundation Hubs and bursary support helped remove barriers to participation and create clear, accessible pathways into the game.Alongside participation, Oxfordshire Cricket invested heavily in people and places. £358,000+ was invested into clubs through grants, loans and facility funding, while 94 new coaches were trained and 187 young volunteers contributed nearly 2,000 hours through the Future Leaders Academy. These efforts are strengthening clubs, improving facilities and ensuring cricket remains sustainable for future generations.Performance cricket also played a vital role in the county’s impact during 2025. Across the men’s and women’s programmes and the county pathway, players were supported through high-quality coaching, competitive fixtures and inclusive access to development opportunities. Several players progressed into professional academy environments or secured professional and rookie contracts for the first time, underlining Oxfordshire Cricket’s role in developing talent alongside participation, and ensuring clear pathways from grassroots to the elite game.Nick Pinhol, Managing Director of Oxfordshire Cricket, said:“This Impact Report celebrates not only the growth of the game, but the real difference cricket is making in people’s lives. None of this would be possible without the dedication of our clubs, volunteers, staff and partners, whose commitment continues to inspire communities across the county.”Read the full Oxfordshire Cricket Impact Report 2025 by CLICKING HERE
Vacancy: Finance Manager

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Oxfordshire Cricket is dedicated to promoting and developing cricket across the county — from grassroots participation to elite performance. As a soon to be registered charity and a key partner of the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB), we are committed to delivering community impact through sport.We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Manager to oversee all aspects of financial management and reporting. This role is ideal for an experienced finance professional looking for a flexible, part-time opportunity with purpose.As Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the financial health and sustainability of Oxfordshire Cricket. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of cricket across the county by supporting effective financial planning, management, and reporting.Working closely with the Board and senior team, you’ll help maintain strong financial controls, oversee budgeting and forecasting, and provide clear financial insight to guide strategic decisions. Your work will underpin our ambition to grow the game, widen participation, and strengthen our community impact.We’re looking for an organised, detail-oriented finance professional who brings both rigour and initiative to the role. You will combine technical financial skills with a collaborative approach, supporting our mission to make cricket accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all in Oxfordshire.Location: Flexible within OxfordshireSalary: £12,500 – £14,500 (2 days / 15 hours per week)About the RoleAs Finance Manager, you’ll play a central part in the financial planning and management of Oxfordshire Cricket.Working closely with the Managing Director and Trustees, you’ll oversee:Day-to-day financial administration and payrollBookkeeping and management of QuickBooks OnlineMonthly management accounts, budgeting, and forecastingFund and grant tracking for restricted/unrestricted incomeLiaison with auditors, HMRC, Companies House, and the Charity CommissionImplementation of effective financial controls and charity compliance (SORP)How to Apply:Please complete and submit the Safer Recruitment Application Form to Nick Pinhol at [email protected] by 17:00 on 5th December 2025. Oxfordshire-Cricket-Safer-Recruitment-Application-Form Finance Manager – Oxfordshire Cricket Role PackOxfordshire Cricket is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and all positions are subject to a safer recruitment process. Individuals must have the right to live and work in the UK, and only shortlisted candidates will be contacted

2026 Cricket Development Evening

19/12/2025

Oxfordshire Cricket is excited to invite you and other interested representatives from your club, school, local authority, company, or association to our Cricket Development Evening (CDE), taking place on Monday, 26th January 2026 from 18:00–21:00 at St Edward’s School, Oxford.The Cricket Development Evening is our annual event designed to support the growth and development of cricket across the county. It provides a valuable opportunity to network with key members of the Oxfordshire Cricket workforce, the ECB, and other local partners, as well as local authority officers and executives responsible for sport and playing pitch strategies.In 2025, the event attracted over 140 attendees, with a keynote address from Alexander Betts, University of Oxford. We also had a wide range of partners in attendance, including Serious Cricket, The Oxfordshire Officials Association, Flicx Pitches, and the Delivita Clubhouse Project. Watch the 2025 video roundup CLICK HERE.We are pleased to announce the 2026 workshops for the evening, covering a range of topics relevant to the development of cricket in Oxfordshire. It is an exciting time for cricket, especially with the growth of the Women and Girls game and the world cup which will be discussed in the panels ahead of the workshops beginning. Workshops Available:Attendees will have the option to select two workshops from the following:Club Governance, Structures and Leadership– Buddle - Sport England - This workshop is designed to help clubs strengthen their structure, governance and leadership, while also exploring legal structures. Club Cultures and Values – Buddle - Sport England - This workshop explores the role of values and culture in your club, and how that leads to strategies in your clubPlay-Cricket Overview – Join us for an insightful session on the biggest set of Play-Cricket updates in years. We’ll share what’s coming for the start of next season and beyond, and invite open discussion so attendees can shape the future of the platform with their thoughts and feedback. We can also include our usual help-and-assistance segment if useful, combining practical support with a look ahead at major upcoming changes.Marketing – This workshop will explore how marketing and social media can help local clubs and individuals enhance their digital presence and engagement.Clubs and Local Authorities - An opportunity to meet representatives from local authorities, giving you the chance to develop relationships and let them know about your club and upcoming facility projectsWomen and Girls – 2026 Setting up for a record breaking year, and catching the spirit ahead of the World CupPartners:As you arrive, you’ll have the opportunity to explore displays from our event partners, including:Flicx PitchesSnap SponsorshipNotts Sport / Slatter Cricket and PlayLeonardo Royal HotelSixes OxfordOxfordshire Officials AssociationRefreshmentsRefreshments will be provided in the form of drinks and light food Location and Parking:Venue: St Edward’s School, Woodstock Rd, Oxford OX2 7NNParking: Available on the 'Field Side' of the school (Postcode OX2 7NZ). Parking spaces are available near the Netball/Tennis Courts (No. 46) and astro pitches. Attendees will be directed to the Olivier Hall via signage.For a detailed map of the school and parking areas, please click here to see the attached map.Book Your Place:Click here to register for your free place!We hope to see you at this exciting event! Further details will be shared closer to the date. Should you have any questions, feel free to contact us.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Opm38WI9ug
Player Development Workshops - February

19/12/2025

We are delighted to let you know about our Player Development Workshops that Oxfordshire Cricket are running during the February half term, Monday 16th February 2026 to Thursday 19th February 2026.Our Player Development Workshops do not form part of our annual (early engagement or pathway) programmes, and are an offering for those who wish to access additional school holiday activity.Workshop ProgrammeWe have scheduled a varied programme of workshops that includes skill-specific sessions as well as 1-1’s. All sessions are available to both boys and girls. Please see below a timetable of programme events, along with a booking link for each workshop. We ask that you please book carefully, making sure you choose the correct session for your child’s age. The Age Group eligibility table will help you to select the correct session for your child.For further information on our Player Development Workshops which we run throughout the year, watch this short video.Below is the programme of events, including booking links for each session. For further information on each session, please see a description of each below the programme of events.Sessions are delivered by our Pathway Manager, Pathway Coaches as well as other full-time members of staff. Our staff consists of a range of ECB Level 2, Level 3 and Level 4 cricket coaches.Most of our Player Development Workshops will use a hard ball (indicated below where applicable) and all players will need the appropriate playing equipment. Each session will be delivered using favourable Coach:Player ratios (varies depending on booking), to maintain quality provision and provide players with the support they need. MONDAY 16TH FEBRUARY TO THURSDAY 19TH FEBRUARY 2026WorkshopDayDateAge groupPathwayTimeVenuePlayer Capacity - MaxBooking LinkBatters - Skill SessionMonday16/2/26Under 13 to 15Boys & Girls09:00-11:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ16Book HereBatters - Skill SessionUnder 10 to 12Boys & Girls11:15-13:15Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ16Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls13:30-14:15Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls14:15-15:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls15:00-15:45Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls15:45-16:30Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sTuesday17/2/26Under 10 to 18Boys & Girls09:00-09:45Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls09:45-10:30Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls10:30-11:15Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls11:15-12:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls12:00-12:45Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls13:15-14:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls14:00-14:45Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls14:45-15:30Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book HereDevelop Skills & Build Confidence Playing Hard Ball CricketWednesday18/2/26Under 10 to 13Boys & Girls10:00-16:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ24Book HereSeamers - Skill SessionThursday19/2/26Under 10 to 15Boys & Girls09:00-11:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ16Book HereSpinners/Keepers - Skill SessionUnder 10 to 15Boys & Girls11:15-13:15Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ8/8Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls13:30-14:15Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls14:15-15:00Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls15:00-15:45Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here1 to 1'sUnder 10 to 18Boys & Girls15:45-16:30Magdalen College School, OX4 1DZ4Book Here Batters Skill Session - a batting only workshop, which will cover various themes within batting including; playing swing bowling, scoring off the back foot and facing spin. These sessions are suitable for hard-ball players only.Seamers Skill Session - a workshop focusing on supporting players who bowl seam, swing or pace. The session will look to develop each seamer's technical, tactical and physical ability. These sessions are suitable for hard-ball players only.Keepers Skill Session - a workshop specifically catering for wicket-keepers. Looking to develop each keeper’s technical, tactical and physical ability. These sessions are suitable for hard-ball players only.Spinners Skill Session - a workshop focusing on supporting players who bowl spin. The session will look to develop each spinner's technical, tactical and physical ability. These sessions are suitable for hard-ball players only.Develop Skills & Build Confidence Playing Hard Ball Cricket - The day is designed for all hard ball cricket players focussing on skill development and building confidence. This will be done through fun and engaging skills, drills & games.1 to 1’s - we are delighted to be able to offer some 1 to 1 coaching opportunities. Each session will be tailored specifically to the needs of the player, offering individualised access to one of our Pathway Coaches.For all of the workshops listed above there is a Discount available, which can be used to get 10% off the cost of the course, if you book before schools start again in the new year. You will need to enter the code BACKTOSCHOOL26 in the relevant place on the booking form, this will automatically give you a 10% discount if you book before the 5th January 2026.Age Group EligibilityPlayers MUST be born within the age group category - please check the session’s age groups carefully before booking.Age Groups 2025-26Under 10 - 1/9/2015 to 31/8/2017Under 11 - 1/9/2014 to 31/8/2015Under 12 - 1/9/2013 to 31/8/2014Under 13 - 1/9/2012 to 31/8/2013Under 14 - 1/9/2011 to 31/8/2012Under 15 - 1/9/2010 to 31/8/2011Under 16 - 1/9/2009 to 31/8/2010Under 17 - 1/9/2008 to 31/8/2009Under 18 - 1/9/2007 to 31/8/2008Booking InformationPlease note that spaces will be limited at all workshops and will be booked on a first come first served basis. Once all the places are booked the session will no longer be available to make a booking.Player RequirementsPlayers need to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for indoor cricket coaching environments. Players MUST bring their own HARD BALL playing equipment, unless stated in session information. No playing equipment will be available to borrow or share. Players should also bring a water bottle, meals or snacks and medical equipment as appropriate.If you have any specific questions regarding these please do not hesitate to contact Performance Coordinator, Alex Westbury on [email protected].
Oxfordshire Cricket shortlisted for three ECB Impact of Cricket Awards

17/12/2025

Oxfordshire Cricket is proud to announce that it has been shortlisted in three categories for the ECB Impact of Cricket Awards 2026, a national awards programme celebrating outstanding work and leadership across the game.The Impact of Cricket Awards recognise individuals and organisations who are making a significant difference through cricket, highlighting excellence in community impact, partnerships, leadership and operational delivery.Oxfordshire Cricket has been shortlisted in the following categories:Leading Change Nick Pinhol, Managing Director, Oxfordshire CricketPartnerships Oxfordshire Cricket, for the Future Leaders AcademyOperational Excellence Award Oxfordshire Cricket, for the implementation of the monday.com Work OSBeing shortlisted across multiple categories is a strong endorsement of the organisation’s strategic direction and the collective efforts of staff, volunteers, clubs and partners across the county.The Leading Change category recognises individuals who are driving meaningful progress within the game, demonstrating strong leadership, innovation and a clear commitment to making cricket more inclusive and impactful. The Partnerships award celebrates collaborative working that delivers long term benefits for participants and communities, while the Operational Excellence Award highlights best practice in governance, systems and ways of working that support sustainable growth.The ECB Impact of Cricket Awards shine a light on how cricket is being used as a force for good, supporting communities, creating opportunities and strengthening the foundations of the sport at all levels. Oxfordshire Cricket’s shortlistings reflect a year of record growth, increased participation and continued investment in people, programmes and partnerships across the county.Winners will be announced at the ECB Impact of Cricket Awards evening in January 2026.Oxfordshire Cricket would like to thank everyone involved in the initiatives recognised, from staff and volunteers to clubs, schools and partners, whose dedication continues to help cricket thrive across Oxfordshire.To read the ECB’s full shortlist announcement, click here https://www.ecb.co.uk/news/4420629/shortlist-announced-for-the-impact-of-cricket-awards-2026

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