We are currently seeking grounds for player pathway games throughout the season, but in particular, looking for venues in the next few weeks!  Are you able to host a fixture on the 20th, 21st or 24th of April or on the 1st, 2nd, 4th or 15th of May?  If you are able to help out or would like to find out more details please contact Alex Westbury [email protected]  We have dates in June, July, August & September that need venues too.

Oxfordshire Cricket is pleased to announce the 13 man squad selected to play against the Free Foresters on Sunday 10th of April in two t20 friendly matches in The Parks.

The 2021 NCCA Championship winner start their pre-season, looking to get valuable time out in the middle ahead of the NCCA T20s starting on the 17th of April.

Named in the squad for the first time are former Sussex 2nd XI seamer, Jordan Shaw, and ex-Worcestershire 2nd XI leg-spinner, Darrel Williams, who are set to make their Oxfordshire debuts. The first game starts at 11 am.

Here is the 13-man squad to play The Free Foresters on Sunday 10th of April 2022

Tom Cosford 

Will Sutcliffe 

Marcus Campopiano

Tom Condon 

Freddie Smith 

Jonny Cater (capt/wk) 

George Tait

Darrel Williams 

Jordan Shaw 

Harvey Jupp 

Robbie Shurmer 

Joe Thomas 

Prav Chahal 

For updates please keep an eye on our social media channels and play cricket site

We are delighted to let you know about the upcoming Player Development Workshops that we are running from the 19th April to the 22nd April at The Oxford Academy. 

We have scheduled a varied programme of workshops for players that target specific disciplines or themes within the game. All sessions are available for both Boys and Girls. Please see below for a timetable of the events, along with the booking links for each. 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.

Workshop Programme

This Easter’s workshop content has been designed considering the current time point, in relation to the outdoor season. Because of this, you will find below an explanation of what will be delivered in each workshop. Every workshop is delivered by our Pathway Coaches at a 1:4 Coach:Player ratio, with the exception of the 100 ball competition. 

100 Ball Competition – this 3 hour workshop will allow players the opportunity to play three 100 ball games in an indoor environment. Each game will be played as, a maximum of, 9 a-side to promote involvement. Rules will also be adapted to fit the indoor environment and allow players equal opportunities to bat and bowl. 

The Keepers – with Nick Wilton – we are very excited to offer all Wicket-Keepers the opportunity to be coached by Nick Wilton, former first-class cricketer who now works with both Sussex Academy and the Oxfordshire and Sussex Emerging Players Programme; as well being a private coach to professional keepers. 

Nick will be leading 2 hour specialist wicket-keeping sessions, which will be accessible to a wide range of age-groups. 

The All-Rounders – these 2 hour workshops will provide players the opportunity to develop batting, as well as one of; spin bowling, seam bowling or fielding. The workshop will be designed to allow for individual specialist skill development in both disciplines, as well as an element of game representative competition. 

The Batters – our batting workshops offer players the opportunity to practice the fundamentals of the game in a supportive and challenging environment, with the use of bowling machines and representative practice. 

The workshops are specifically designed for Representative, Club or School players who have or currently play hard ball cricket and will be led by the Performance team, alongside other coaches who work across our Pathway or Emerging player programmes.

For some players, there will be a clash with our Pathway Phase 3b activity. In this instance, Pathway activity should be prioritised ahead of Player Development Workshops. 

Age Group Eligibility

Players MUST be born within the age group category.

Booking Information

Please note that spaces will be limited to a maximum 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. In the event that the maximum is exceeded, we will cancel those bookings which surpass the workshop capacity. 

Player Requirements

Players need to wear appropriate clothing and footwear for indoor cricket coaching environments. Players MUST bring their own HARD BALL playing equipment. 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 please do not hesitate to contact Sam Arthurs at [email protected].

Oxfordshire Cricket takes great pride in creating an all-inclusive environment in cricket and this includes ensuring that acceptable conduct and equality are at the forefront of all we do. 

As such today, we have launched a confidential feedback form that will enable individuals to provide and report any feedback that they may have.

Commenting on the launch of the Confidential Feedback form, Siri Siriwardene said:

“ The launch of the confidential feedback form is just the start of a number of actions we at Oxfordshire Cricket are taking to in order to ensure that good behaviour and equality are at the forefront of all that we do, and that cricket is the sport of choice for all in Oxfordshire. Over the next few weeks, there will be further announcements in relation to additional steps and actions that we are taking.” 

If you would like to provide feedback on your experiences in confidence please fill out the confidential form by clicking here to be directed to the Confidential Feedback form page. 

Oxfordshire Cricket is delighted to hear that at the AGM of the Association of Cricket Statisticians (ACS) which was held last Saturday, Julian Lawton Smith was awarded the Brooke Lambert Trophy as Cricket Statistician of the Year for 2021. This recognised his management of the project to collect and publish definitive match scores for all Minor County matches from 1895 to 1914. His role was originally as the Oxfordshire representative but for the last 10 years, he has led the project which has seen 21 books published over the last 23 years.

The ACS is the leading body on cricket statistics and their President advises the ICC on relevant matters as the game expands to new competitions and formats. Previous winners of the award have included TMS statisticians Bill Frindall and Andrew Samson so Julian is in good company!

Julian Lawton Smith said 

“Naturally, I am delighted to win this award. My interest in cricket statistics started at a very young age and found a focus when compiling career records for Oxfordshire players in the 1980s. This in turn led to my involvement with the project to research Minor County matches prior to World War One. It has been a very time consuming, yet exceedingly rewarding, project involving representatives from many counties – it’s certainly been a team effort.  Now it is very satisfying to see the success of our publications recognised through the presentation of this trophy.”

Oxfordshire Cricket would like to congratulate Julian on this fantastic achievement, which is a testament to his years of hard work. 

To read more about the news – click here

Oxfordshire Cricket and Buckinghamshire Cricket in Partnership with the GMA Pitch Advisory Service are hosting a free Grounds Seminar Evening open to all groundstaff and clubs in both counties.

When – Thursday 28th April.

Venue – Oxford Uni Press – Jordan Hill Sports Ground, OX2 8EF

Time – 6.30 pm – 9.30 pm

The bar will be open and free refreshments will be provided on the night.

The PAS RPA Cricket South and the CPA for Oxfordshire will be delivering the evening and 

topics to be covered on the night will be:

• Pitchpower Cricket self-assessment app
• Pitch Preparation/Repairs
• Turney Groundcare will be on hand with machinery demonstrations
• MW Turf-care will be present to discuss all things fertilisers, pest, and disease control

If you wish to attend please register – https://booking.ecb.co.uk/d/skqjhc

Oxfordshire Cricket is pleased to announce the 2022 fixtures for the county men. After a historic and successful 2021 season, Oxfordshire will be looking to build upon 2021’s championship success.

Winer training is nearly complete as the men ramp up preparation for the season. This year’s pre-season will start on the 10th of April, as Oxon will host the Free Foresters at The Parks. 

The NCCA T20 competition returns this year, with Oxon being in the same group as Berkshire, Wales, Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire. The first match will see Oxon travel to neighbouring rivals Berkshire. In the 50 Over the competition, Oxon has been grouped with Herefordshire, Cumbria, Northumberland and Lincolnshire. The first match will see Oxon travel to Cheshire. In the NCCA championship, Oxon will be looking to defend their 2021 title as they will play Cheshire, Herefordshire, Berkshire and Dorset. The first match will Oxon travel to Alderley Edge to play Cheshire.

Below is this season’s fixture schedule:

Pre Season Friendlies 

• 10th April – Home v Free Foresters – The Parks

T20 NCCA Competition

• 17th April – Away v Berkshire – Falklands  CC
• 24th April – Home v Wales NC 
• 1st May – Away v Buckinghamshire – High Wycombe CC
• 2nd May – Home v Bedfordshire 

50 Over NCCA Competition

• 29th May- Away v Herefordshire – Eastnor 
• 12th June – Home v Cumbria
• 19th June – Away v Northumberland – Jesmond 
• 26th June – Home v Lincolnshire

Three Day NCCA Championship

• 3-5th July – Away v Cheshire – Alderley Edge 
• 10-12 July – Home v Herefordshire
• 24-26 July – Away v Berkshire – Finchamsted 
• 14-16 August – Home v Dorset

Showcase Match 

• 31st July – Home v Sussex

Please note that All home fixture venues will be confirmed in due course