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2021 Grassroot Award Winners

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On Saturday (18th September) Oxfordshire Cricket rewarded and recognised over 65 volunteers at the 2021 Grassroots Awards which was held at the magnificent Wormsley Estate. Rebranded this year by the ECB, the Grassroots Cricket Awards (formally the OSCAs) looks to recognise and celebrate those who give so much to the game of cricket, to see it thrive in their local area. There are 9 categories that were recognised, with each nominee being rewarded and recognised for their contribution. Oxfordshire Cricket would like to thank Bicester Village, Tite Inn, Serious Cricket, and the Wormsley Estate for supporting the recognition of all the winners. The winners are all listed below in their respective categories. Inspired to Play – An Individual or group within your club or community organisation going above and beyond to open the game up to new audiences.Katie HarrisonNeil PickupMatt SwainConnecting Communities/Engagement – A Club or community organisation which has gone above and beyond the call of cricket to support communities/groups coming back to the game we love.Wolvercote Cricket ClubRising Star Award – Young volunteer making a difference – 11 – 16-year-oldsKaylan Parekh Samanyu ShankerChloe WestburyLottie OxtonBenedict McGuinnessJake & Elodie BrownGame Changer – Young volunteer 17 – 25-year-olds making a difference in the game.Cosmo TaylorJack LambdenOliver BadgerAlexander BadgerIsaac HallThomas Lydford-BraceNic PinholUnsung Hero – Those heroes who impact our game and help us make cricket happen. This could be ground staff, coaches, officials, umpires, or other volunteers.Mark TownsendChris CordellTina McNallyStephen HibberedMartin PhilipsRichard ParkerJoe BennettMandy BrineChris BabbsClaire & Mat Bowden Martyn CrossRay ManningNeil PickupCally EvansRichard PowellGrowing the Game – A league volunteer, committee member, or administrator going above and beyond to support clubs and help increase the number of games played.Andrew Hodder-WilliamsLesley PykettSimon BrownNeil PickupLifetime Achiever – That one individual who has given many years of service to your club or community group you could not do without.Peter HoweDave FreemanRupert EvansDavid AcklandRay ManningSue PowellCricket Innovators – Someone who has brought new ideas and/or implemented new systems to improve your club or community group.Pete JoyceColin SimpsonMat BowdenRob RichardsonSafe Hands - Those key volunteers helping clubs get Safe Hands Management AccreditationLinda FathersMandy BrineAdrian HarrisJack LambdenAnn CummingsPaul DuesterMark OrmrodAlex WestburyClare WoodcockSally TownsendJill SeatonRosie BeckNicola WardMark FranshamSue RileyRosalyn PorterNatasha CoatesSue SumnerMags LightbodyLesley PykettNeil IresonBurford School RecognitionA plaque was presented to Burford school to recognise the first Boys v Girls match referenced in 1894.If you were not able to attend Wormsley and are a Grassroot Award winner, please contact Nick Pinhol at NPinhol@oxoncb.com
Oxfordshire Are NCCA Championship Winners

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Oxfordshire are the 2021 NCCA Championship winners after defeating Suffolk by 178 runs yesterday.Day four started with Suffolk facing a huge task after Oxfordshire took three vital wickets on the third day at Tring Park Cricket Club.Needing another 334 runs for victory, Suffolk took the score along to 58 before Olly Clarke castled Kyran Young.Olly Clarke then combined with skipper Jonny Cater to remove Joe Gatting, stumped, as Suffolk left the field for lunch at 106 for 5.By drinks in the second session, Suffolk were hanging on at 146 for 7 as Jacob Marston reached his half-century. Ben Shepperson (32), was then bowled by George Tait, and Josh Cantrell, trapped in front by Max Mannering just one run later.Marston finally departed for 61, another victim to Clarke, who then found the edge of Adam Mansfield’s bat. Gareth Andrew’s catch giving Clarke his fourth wicket.The winning moment came as Clarke cleaned bowled Tom Rash to spark a huge, and well deserved, celebration.Clarke finishing with figures of five for 59 from his 24.1 overs as Suffolk were dismissed for 168. ⏪ That Winning MomentOxfordshire wake up to being @NCCA_uk Championship Winners 🏆👏🙌🏏 pic.twitter.com/BMsuGVYyC0— Oxfordshire Cricket (@Oxoncb) September 9, 2021 This is Oxfordshire's first title since 1989. It now sees coach Rupert Evans win the championship as both a coach and a player. Evans and Cater both spoke to BBC Radio Oxford following the victory. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LpRkvdRsy9MFollowing the match, Gareth Andrew announced his retirement after four years with Oxfordshire. He spoke to BBC's Ross Heaton https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_0XcRNSJWs
Vacancy: Community Coach

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We are delighted to invite outstanding candidates to apply for an exciting opportunity at Oxfordshire Cricket. Community Coach c.£18,000-£22,000 depending on experience Oxfordshire Cricket is a thriving organisation and we are proud of our achievements in delivering our Community programmes across the county. These programmes are aimed at growing the game beyond traditional audiences and providing a flow of talent to our clubs and pathway programmes. The continuing growth of our participation programme has created a demand for additional qualified coaches who are enthusiastic about continuing to develop and improve their coaching skills and are a level two coach .The Community Cricket Coach role is central to the successful delivery of our schools programme and national programmes. This includes but is not limited to Chance to Shine (CTS), All Stars Cricket (ASC), Dynamos Cricket (DC) and community projects and initiatives. Successful candidates will be responsible for delivering safe, engaging and inspiring cricket sessions to children and young people, as well as engaging and inspiring teachers and parents. Additionally, they will need to have strong communication, organisational and reporting skills and the drive to achieve set outcomes. If you would like to discuss either of these roles further, then please contact Zoe Pugh at zpugh@oxoncb.com. We would gratefully receive all Cover Letters and CV’s submitted to zpugh@oxoncb.com. Interview upon application. Follow the link below to find out more: Oxfordshire Cricket JD Community Description

Nick Pinhol Appointed Participation Manager

23/09/2021

Oxfordshire Cricket are delighted to announce the appointment of Nick Pinhol to the position of Participation Manager. Nick will officially start his new role from the 1st of October, however because we require continuity in his existing roles we expect that it will take three months to achieve a full transition. The panel unanimously recommended Nick but were full of praise for the other candidates who were a mixture of internal and external applicants. The role of Participation Manager, will see Nick have the following responsibilities which will include continuing to lead on Oxfordshire Cricket’s marketing: Line Management - Line Manage a team of Cricket Development Officers to deliver the Participation programme. Programme Management - Manage the total Participation programmes including the budget, and actively explore ways to enhance and grow Participation programmes and offering in Oxfordshire. Develop new business opportunities for community cricket, maximising the funding and income streams within Oxfordshire. Ongoing Development and Inclusion - Be at the cutting edge of new developments in the field of community sport, and government policy relating to sport and leisure. This includes leading on Oxfordshire Cricket inclusion for cricket within Oxfordshire. ECB Point of Contact - On behalf of Oxfordshire Cricket be the point of contact with the ECB. Governance - Work with the Board of Oxfordshire Cricket Board Limited (OCB Ltd) to develop and implement the strategic and operational plans and policies. Ensure that the board's policies and practices are up-to-date and managed in line with current best practice Links to Performance – Create an integrated approach with the Performance team Management of the total Marketing programmes for Oxfordshire Cricket including the line management of a Marketing and Communications Officer Chairman, Chris Clements said: ‘’This is one of several new appointments that we are planning to underpin a successful 2022. I am delighted that Nick has accepted the role, he has been a breath of fresh air to the organisation since he joined as an intern and I have every confidence that he will take this job to a new level. I am equally pleased that we have uncovered other internal candidates who have demonstrated their desire to progress, and that offers us further staff development opportunities in the future.’’ Nick Pinhol said: “I am delighted to be taking on this role and challenge of Participation Manager. The opportunity to grow the game in Oxfordshire is something that I am passionate about, whilst continuing the development of cricket in our clubs, schools and communities. It is also an opportunity to bridge the gap between participation and performance. This is the start of an exciting period that will see us look to also expand our marketing capabilities across the whole organisation. After what has been a challenging time for everyone, I am excited by what the future holds for all of Oxfordshire Cricket.
Oxfordshire 50+ Bs win The Chris Bishop Trophy for the second year running

23/09/2021

Oxfordshire 50+ B team beat Worcestershire in the Final to win The Chris Bishop Trophy for the second year running . The team have now reached an amazing 6 Finals in six years since their creation by Chris Bishop himself, collecting 5 trophy wins. Wocestershire had scored 120 in a shortened match with all 5 bowlers keeping things tight, then Andrew Hodder-Williams stroked 63 not out off 50 balls, ably supported by Mark Sheehan with 25 off 14, to take Oxfordshire to a comfortable victory with more than 2 overs to spare. The semi-final against Hampshire had been a much closer affair, Oxfordshire batting first and scoring 144, led by Patrick Arnold with 54 off 50 balls, supported by the in-form Andrew Hodder-Williams with 42 off 36. Hampshire looked on target for most of their chase, with opener Paul Burrows smashing 88 not out off 65 balls, however a lack of support and a vital 2-18 at the death from bowler Rasheed Khan swung things back in Oxfordshire’s favour and Hampshire ended 15 runs short. Team manager Ross Buchanan said ‘The lads played consistently well as a team throughout the season, winning 6 of their 8 league matches and that spirited form continued all the way through to the Finals Day. It was fitting that the Oxfordshire skipper who received the trophy on the day was Andy Slater, who Chris Bishop had personally inspired as a youngster at Oxford Nondescripts. Skipper for the season was Chris Hutton, who had unfortunately suffered a heart attack during the Blenheim triathlon just a week earlier, so it was heartwarming to be able to deliver the trophy to him at home that evening, in support of his convalescence.’
Umpire Stage 1 Course

23/09/2021

Umpire Stage One Course Tiddington Cricket Club Saturdays 9th and 16th October 2021 1000 to 1630 each day This one and a half to two-day course is aimed at those looking to start out on an umpiring career, those who may have to fill in as umpires for their clubs during the season and those who are established umpires but looking for a refresher and update to their knowledge. There was a major revision of the Laws in 2017 and again in 2019 so if you have not been on a course recently this may be for you. The course does not teach all of the Laws but also covers umpiring techniques in fieldcraft and match management to help you through those awkward situations. Registration for the course will be through the ECB ACO web site at: https://booking.ecb.co.uk/d/qmqfl9 If you are interested but unsure about booking, please contact royle.ian@talk21.com to ask any questions you may have about the course. A Stage Two course will follow on after this course to cover more Law scenarios and further match management. This will probably start on 16th October at the latter part of the day after the Stage One has completed. More details to follow. Course materials and refreshments (tea/coffee) will be provided but you will need to bring your own lunch.

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