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SHOWCASE MATCH: Oxfordshire Men V Surrey Men 26th May 2025
20/05/2025Get ready for a thrilling day of cricket as Oxfordshire Men go head-to-head against Surrey Men in an exciting showcase match at Thame Town Cricket Club! This highly anticipated fixture promises top-level competition, dramatic moments, and an electric atmosphere that you won’t want to miss. 🏏 Match Details:📅 Date: Monday, 26th May⏰ Time: 2 PM Start📍 Location: Thame Town Cricket Club🎟 Entry: FREE for all spectators! This match will bring together talented players from both counties, showcasing their skills and high-intensity cricket. Whether you’re a dedicated follower of the sport or simply looking for a great way to spend your afternoon, this clash is set to deliver unmissable action that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Why You Should Attend:✅ Experience top-level county cricket in a fantastic setting✅ Witness an exciting battle between two strong squads✅ Enjoy a great day out with friends and family – completely free!✅ Support your local team and get behind the players Bring your friends, bring your family, and bring your passion for the game! This promises to be a highlight for the season – a showcase of the sport and an opportunity to see local talent competing at a high standard. Spread the Word!Join the conversation and build up the excitement ahead of the big match. Share the news! Lets see as many of you as possible at Thame on the 26th! If you can't make it, make sure to stay updated with the live stream on Play Cricket. See Below: Live Score + Stream
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Winter Coaching Courses
07/08/2025As we approach the latter part of the cricket season, here are details of the Oxfordshire Coaching Courses we have scheduled for this winter. These include both Foundation Coach and Core Coach courses, with venues and dates listed below: Foundation Coach Courses Moulsford School – November 2025 - SIGN UP HERECokethorpe School – January 2026 - SIGN UP HERECokethorpe School – March 2026 - SIGN UP HERE Core Coach Courses Bloxham School – October/November 2025 - SIGN UP HERECokethorpe School – January/February 2026 - SIGN UP HERE If you’re interested in attending any of the above courses, please use the links provided to register your place. Foundation Coach Course – £150Core Coach Course – £300 Bursaries are available to help with the cost of both courses. For further details, please click HERE.
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Lords Taverners Super 1s - Winter Programme September 2025 - May 2026
07/08/2025Join the Lords Taverners Super 1s this winter! ALL DISABILITIES WELCOMEAGES 12 - 25FREE INCLUSIVE CRICKET SESSIONSGET ACTIVE AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS! What, where and when? Oxford Hub:TuesdaysPark Sports Centre, Wheatley, OX33 1QZ5:00pm - 6:00pm Witney Hub:WednesdaysThe Ice Centre, Langdale Hall Market Square, Witney, OX28 6AB4:30pm - 5:30pm Abingdon Hub:ThursdaysAbingdon College Sports Hall, Abingdon, OX14 1GG4:30pm - 5:30pm Bicester Hub:FridaysBicester Leisure Centre, Bicester, OX26 2NR5:00pm - 6:00pm CONTACTS: Richard Giles - Head of [email protected] Charlotte Jennings - Community Cricket [email protected] Find out more about Lords Taverners Super 1s HERE
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Kidmore End Crowned Champions of the U17 Honey Bee League Final
05/08/2025Game 1: Kidmore End CC Under-17s produced a dominant all-round performance to defeat Langford CC Under-17s by 33 runs (DLS method). Having won the toss and elected to bat first, Kidmore set an imposing total of 180 for 2 in their 20 overs before restricting Langford to 80 for 7 in a rain-shortened chase. Kidmore’s innings was anchored by a pair of outstanding half-centuries from Dhruv Peskar and captain Aryan Vynatheya. Openers Peskar and Singh gave the innings a lively start, adding 41 for the first wicket before Singh was bowled by George France for a brisk 27 off 19 balls. Peskar continued confidently, striking 4 fours and 3 sixes in a classy knock of 65 off 46 balls. He shared a commanding 109-run stand with Vynatheya, who took over the mantle with a superb captain’s innings of 66 not out from 47 deliveries, featuring 7 boundaries and 3 sixes. Sanay Sadhwani chipped in with an unbeaten 11 as Kidmore closed on a formidable 180 for 2. Langford’s bowlers struggled for breakthroughs, with George France the lone wicket-taker, finishing with 2 for 25 from his 3 overs. Rain during the interval meant Langford’s target was revised to 113 from 12 overs. They lost early wickets in the chase and struggled to keep up with the required rate. Although Freddie Webb played a valiant innings of 43 not out from 32 balls—including 7 boundaries—he received little support from the other end. Stan Jackman briefly threatened with a quick 16, but Langford’s hopes faded as they slipped from 65 for 2 to 80 for 7 by the end of their allotted overs. Kidmore’s bowling was tight and disciplined, led by D Singh who starred with figures of 3 for 8 from just 2 overs, including three key middle-order scalps. Ibby Zahid bowled with good control and picked up 1 for 27 in his full quota of 4 overs. The fielding unit was equally impressive, affecting three run-outs—two of them involving sharp work from Shaurya Sharma. From that impressive victory, Kidmore End advanced to the final where they’d play Wolvercote who had automatically secured a final spot after Aston Rowant conceded the Semi Final. Game 2: Kidmore End CC Under-17s delivered a strong team performance to overcome Wolvercote CC Under-17s by 24 runs in the Oxfordshire U17 League Final. Batting first after being sent in by Wolvercote, Kidmore posted an impressive 169 for 7 in their 20 overs, before restricting their opponents to 145 for 9 in a competitive contest. Kidmore’s innings was built around a superb half-century from captain Aryan Vynatheya and a blistering knock by Joshua Finch. Despite early wickets—openers D Singh and Dhruv Peskar falling within the powerplay—Vynatheya provided momentum with a fluent 54 off 32 balls, including 6 boundaries and a six. He combined with Finch in a pivotal fourth-wicket stand, before being bowled with the score on 114. Finch then accelerated the scoring, smashing 61 from just 39 balls, peppered with 4 fours and 5 towering sixes. Lower-order contributions from Ibby Zahid (13 not out) helped Kidmore reach a competitive total. Wolvercote’s attack was led by Billy Vallings (3 for 27) and Jeremy Newman (3 for 26), both of whom struck at key moments to keep the innings in check. In response, Wolvercote’s chase was held together by opener Oliver Beard, who played a valiant knock of 67 from 49 deliveries, hitting 5 fours and 3 sixes. But regular wickets at the other end stymied their progress. Captain Tom Bratby offered some resistance with a composed 20, and Paddy Stocks chipped in with an unbeaten 16 late on, but the required rate proved too steep. Aryan Vynatheya capped an outstanding all-round display by taking 4 for 29 in his four overs, while D Singh continued his fine form with the ball, claiming 3 for 24, including three key wickets in the middle order. Ibby Zahid also bowled economically and picked up a wicket as Wolvercote finished 24 runs short of the target at 145 for 9. Kidmore’s win was underpinned by disciplined bowling, sharp fielding—including a run-out affected by Dhruv Peskar—and an explosive middle-order batting display that ultimately proved the difference. Special Mentions: Player of the Day (Jim Cook Trophy): Aryan Vynatheya - 120 runs scored altogether and figures of 4-29 off 4 in the final game. Bowling Performances: D Singh (Kidmore End) - 3-24 off 4 v Wolvercote and 3-8 off 2 v LangfordJeremy Newman (Wolvercote) - 3-26 Off 4 v Kidmore EndBilly Vallings (Wolvercote) - 3-27 off 4 v Kidmore End Batting Performances: Olly Beard (Wolvercote) - 67 off 49 v Kidmore EndDhruv Peskar (Kidmore End) - 65 off 46 v LangfordJoshua Finch (Kidmore End) - 61 off 39 v WolvercoteFreddie Webb (Langford) - 43 off 32 v Kidmore End
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Team News - Oxfordshire Men v The ACE Programme 5th August 2025
05/08/2025Oxfordshire Cricket is pleased to announce its thirteen player squad selected to play in the Men’s second eleven fixture against The ACE Programme at Aston Rowant CC this coming Tuesday 5th August 2025.Squad Announcement:The squad sees ten changes from the side that faced Berkshire in the previous 2nd XI fixture, with Tahmid Ahmed, Ben Lucking and Hayden Rossouw retaining their places. Five players are set to make their Men’s 2nd XI debuts: 16-year-old Louis Schaay-Manning, 18-year-old Nikhil Nair, former pathway players Josh Towell and Henry MacDonald, as well as Leicestershire 2nd batter, Jay Madan. Abdullah Ejaz earns another opportunity to impress, following his appearance in the season’s opening First XI fixture against Oxford UCCE. Luke Hayes, Amogh Karpe, Ahmed Khan and Tristan Rossouw also return to the squad for the upcoming clash against The ACE Programme.The first of two Twenty20 fixtures commences at 11:30, with the second scheduled to start at 15:00. ForenameSurname/InitialPlaying QualificationAge as of 1st AprilCurrent Club in 2025 01/04/2025 TahmidAHMED MAN/A22Weston-Super-Mare CC AbdullahEJAZN/A20Bromsgrove CC LukeHAYES LBAge Group19Aston Rowant CC AmoghKARPE ASUniversity19Hampstead CC AhmedKHAN AUniversity20Dulwich CC BenLUCKING BEN/A23Three Bridges CC HenryMACDONALDAge Group18Richmond CC JayMADANN/A19Loughborough Town CC NikhilNAIRAge Group17Ickenham CC HaydenROSSOUW HKClub24Aston Rowant CC TristanROSSOUWAge Group19Aston Rowant CC LouisSCHAAY-MANNINGAge Group15Minster Lovell CC JoshTOWELLAge Group19Bicester and North Oxford CC Total All Ages (full thirteen player squad) 254 Average Age of thirteen player squad 19.54
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Vacancy: Director of Development and Commercial Partnerships
01/08/2025Oxfordshire Cricket is looking for an ambitious and strategic fundraising leader to help us grow the game and deepen our impact across local communities. As Director of Development and Commercial Partnerships, you’ll lead on generating sustainable income through philanthropy, grant funding, and commercial partnerships. This is your opportunity to shape the future of cricket in Oxfordshire and play a key role in making the sport truly open to all. Location: Flexible within Oxfordshire Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 full time or part time depending on the preferred candidate with expenses and a bonus scheme to be agreed Contract: 2-year Fixed Term (with potential to extend subject to funding) Hours: Full Time or Part Time depending on the preferred candidate Deadline to Apply: 17:00 on 27th of August 2025 Interviews: Interviews will be held on the week beginning 8th or 15th of September 2025 What You’ll Do: Develop and implement a dynamic fundraising and partnerships strategy Build and nurture relationships with major donors, corporate partners, and trusts/foundations Lead successful funding bids and sponsorship proposals Represent Oxfordshire Cricket at key events, raising awareness and impact Collaborate closely with coaches and programme leads to align funding with needs Ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and data protection standards What We’re Looking For: Proven experience in fundraising, income generation, or partnership development A track record of securing high-value donations or sponsorships Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Strategic thinking, initiative, and ability to work independently High organisational skills and attention to detail Commitment to inclusion and the community power of sport Bonus If You Also Have: Knowledge of the UK fundraising landscape Experience in sport, education, youth or community development Familiarity with Oxfordshire’s communities or business sector Why Join Us? Be part of a purpose-driven organisation with a strong local and national legacy Lead a key area of strategic growth and community impact Work in a flexible, people-first environment How to Apply: Oxfordshire Cricket are 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 United Kingdom and only shortlisted candidates will be notified and invited to interview. Download and complete the Safer Recruitment Application Form, and email it to Nick Pinhol at [email protected] by 17:00 on 27th of August 2025 Find out more Oxfordshire-Cricket-Safer-Recruitment-Application-Form Director of Development and Commercial Partnerships- Oxfordshire Cricket Role Pack