LATEST NEWS
29th May
The 2nd team Crowther Cup tie on Sunday against Barnsley Woolley Miners will now be played at their Woolley Ground, Woolley Colliery Road, Darton, Barnsley S75 5RY
28th May
Nathan Bromby is sponsored in memory of EPG
Thank you to Delphine & Keith Kaye who have sponsored Alex Kaye this season!
27th May
Thank you to Oak House Joinery who have sponsored Jack Pearson this season!
Check out their facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19DzfcHFeg/?mibextid=wwXIfr
The 1st team beat Cleckheaton by 6 wkts. Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oak House Joinery) took 4 wkts as the visitors were restricted to 189.
Brad Schmulian (sponsored by Headingley Golf Club) 75 not out, Matty Weston (sponsored by Oxley Block Management) 46 & Henry Pearson (sponsored bu Naturalight Systems) 31 helped us get over the line and pick up 20 point
Thank you to J. & E. Medcalf Ltd who have sponsored Kieran Rodger this season!
Check out their website here: http://medcalfbutchers.co.uk
26th May
Thank you to CCM Auctions who have sponsored Rob Medcalf this season!
25th May
The 1st team beat Methley by 140 runs. Alex Kaye (sponsored by Delphine & Keith Kaye) 92 & Noah Priestley (sponsored by T W Electrical) helped us score 312. The wickets were shared out in Methley’s reply.
Today the 1st team are at home to Cleckheaton. Game starts at 12. Thank you to our matchball sponsor Roger & Elke Jackson
24th May
The 1st team lost at New Farnley by 37 runs. Brad Schmulian (sponsored by Headingley Golf Club) took 4 wkts. In the reply, Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oak House Joinery) top scored with 52. Matty Weston (sponsored by Oxley Block Management) 51, Scott Richardson (sponsored by GWA Electrical Services) 42 & Henry Pearson (sponsored by Naturalight Systems) 41 couldnt get us over the line.
The 2nd team beat New Farnley by 136 runs. We post 257. Kez Ahmed (sponsored by Evolve RCH) top scored with 54. Jack Bleazard (sponsored by Walker Singleton) 47, Ayan Zafar 47 & Jak Murphy (sponsored by Ellie Sax) 42 not out. James Sawyer took 5 wkts and Jed Pearson (sponsored by Brian & Pam Pearson) took 3.
Today the 1st team are away at Methley in the Heavy Woollen cup. Game starts at 1pm. The matchball is kindly sponsored by Seedbomb
23rd May
The 1st team are away at New Farnley and the 2nd are at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors In memory of Bessie & Walter and Josie & Phil Beaumont
22nd May
Thank you to Cleaning Power Services Ltd who have sponsored Cieran Garner this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.cleaningpowerservices.net
21st May
Thank you to Evolve RCH who have sponsored Kez Ahmed this season!
Check out their website here: https://evolverch.co.uk
The 2nd team have been drawn away at Barnsley Woolley Miners in the Crowther Cup with the tie scheduled for 31 May
Thank you to Seedbomb Ltd who have sponsored Elliot Richardson this season!
20th May
Thank you to Ellie Sax who has sponsored Jak Murphy this season!
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Thank you to GWA Electrical Services who have sponsored Scott Richardson this season!
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19th May
Thank you to MH Cricket Academy who have sponsored Tim Jackson this season!
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The 1st team beat Methley in the Priestley cup by 90 runs. Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oak House Joinery) top scored with 51. Tim Jackson (sponsored by MH Cricket Academy) scored 50. In reply, Henry Pearson (sponsored by Naturalight Systems) took 5 wkts with Bilal taking 3.
The 2nd team also progressed in the Priestley Shield beating Lightcliffe by 8 wkts on DLS. James Sawyer took 5 wkts as the visitors were restricted to 199. Ayan Zafar 78 not out and Jack Bleazard (sponsored by Walker Singleton) 45 led the chase as we reached 174 before the weather halted proceedings.
Thank you to Brian & Pam Pearson who have sponsored Jed Pearson this season!
17th May
The 1st team game at Townville was abandoned before the 2nd half could begin. The hosts had set a target of 240 with Noah Priestley (sponsored by TW Electrical) taking 3 wkts before the rain set in.
The 2nd team beat East Bierley by 7 wkts. The visitors were restricted to 99 with Joel Beaumont (sponsored by Hygienic Installations) taking 4 wkts and James Sawyer with 3. Harry Medcalf (sponsored by Ellisons Butchers) 36 not out led the chase to record the win.
The 1st team are away at Methley today in the Priestley cup (game starts at 12) and the 2nd team are at home to Lightcliffe in the Priestley shield (game starts at 1pm)
Thank you to our ball sponsors Salim & Martin & Jo Sheehan
13th May
The 1st team progressed in the ECB National Cup beating Harrogate by 133 runs. Mosun Hussain (sponsored by Reg Nelson) top scored with 82, with Henry Pearson (sponsored by Naturalight Systems) 63 and Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oak House Joinery) 53 helping us score 281. In reply Bilal took 4 wkts and Henry took 3.
We now face Doncaster Town at home
11th May
Thank you to James Long Joinery who have sponsored Nick Rushworth this season!
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10th May
The 1st team’s game against Bradford & Bingley fell victim to the weather yesterday. Following a delayed start and a lengthy break for rain the game was reduced to 20 overs. Mosun Hussain (sponsored by Reg Nelson) 55, Mohammad Bilal (sponsored by Oakhouse Joinery) 45 and Matty Weston (sponsored by Oxley Block Management) 41 helped us post 185. In reply, the visitors reached 47 for 2 off 7, when the rain returned and the umpires brought proceedings to a halt.
The 2nd team managed to beat the weather and Bradford & Bingley by 7 wkts. The hosts were restricted to 179 with Josh Griffin taking 3 wkts. Ayan Zafar 94 & Matty Long (sponsored by James Long Joinery) 38 not out helped us to the win.
Today, the 1st team are at home to Harrogate in the ECB National Cup. Game starts at 1
Thank you to our ball sponsor Reg Nelson
8th May
Want to advertise your business?
We still have a limited number of players left to sponsor!
Contact Jeremy if you wish to sponsor any player
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
Nathan Bromby is sponsored in memory of EPG
7th May
Thank you to Oak House Joinery who have sponsored Muhammad Bilal this season!
Check out their facebook here:
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Thank you to TW Electrical who have sponsored Noah Priestley this season!
6th May
We progressed in the Priestley Cup beating Ossett by 7 wkts. We restricted the hosts to 77 with Noah Priestley (sponsored by TW Electrical) took 4 wkts and Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oakhouse Joinery) took 3.
In reply, Alex Kaye (sponsored by Delphine & Keith Kaye) top scored with 31
6th May
Thank you to J. & E. Medcalf Ltd who have sponsored Kieran Rodger this season!
Check out their website here: http://medcalfbutchers.co.uk
Thank you to Hygenic Walls & Ceilings UK Ltd who have sponsored Joel Beaumont this season!
5th May
Thank you to Oak House Joinery who have sponsored Jack Pearson this season!
Check out their facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/19DzfcHFeg/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Thank you to Ellisons Butchers who have sponsored Harry Medcalf this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.ellisonsbutchers.co.uk
4th May
Thank you to Cleaning Power Services Ltd who have sponsored Cieran Garner this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.cleaningpowerservices.net
Thank you to Walker Singleton who have sponsored Jack Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkersingleton.co.uk/
3rd May
Both teams recorded maximum point wins against Methley.
The 1st team restricted the hosts to 166 with Brad Schmulian (sponsored by Headingley Golf Club) took 7 wkts. In reply, Matty Weston (sponsored by Oxley Block Management) led with way with 66 not out. Mosun Hussain (sponsored by Reg Nelson) 53 & Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oakhouse Joinery) 35 secured the win
The 2nd team won by 178 runs. Matty Long (sponsored by James Long Joinery) top scored with 143. Harry Medcalf (sponsored by Ellisons Butchers) 44, Ayan Zafar 41 & Kez Ahmed (sponsored Evolve RCH) 39 helped us to 316.
In reply, Josh Griffin took 4 wkts and Joel Beaumont (sponsored by Hygenic Walls & Ceilings) took 3.
Today, the 1st team travel to Ossett in the 1st round of the Priestley Cup. Weather permitting game starts at 12.00.
Thank you to our ball sponsor Tony’s Skips
2nd May
The 1st team are away at Methley and the 2nd team take on the same opposition at home today. Both games start at 12.00
Thank you to our ball sponsors MH Cricket Academy & the Griffin family See less
1st May
Thank you to CCM Auctions who have sponsored Rob Medcalf this season!
30th April
Thank you to Delphine & Keith Kaye who have sponsored Alex Kaye this season!
30th April
Thank you to James Long Joinery who have sponsored Matty Long this season!
Check out their facebook here:
https://www.facebook.com/share/1CYJmRbXUA/?mibextid=wwXIfr
29th April
Congratulations to Jack Bleazard & Mosun Hussain who both made it onto the Yorkshire Honours Board this week. See it here
29th April
Thank you to Seedbomb Ltd who have sponsored Elliot Richardson this season!
29th April
Thank you to Evolve RCH who have sponsored Kez Ahmed this season!
Check out their website here: https://evolverch.co.uk
28th April
Thank you to Oxley Block Management who have sponsored Matty Weston this season!
Check out their website here:
https://oxleyblockmanagement.co.uk
28th April
Thank you to GWA Electrical Services who have sponsored Scott Richardson this season!
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27th April
The 1st team beat Rastrick in the ECB National cup by 123 runs. Mosun Hussain (sponsored by Reg Nelson) followed his 90 not out against Jer Lane the day before with 136. Muhammad Bilal (sponsored by Oakhouse Joinery) added a quick 64, with Brad Schmulian (sponsored by Headingley Golf Club) 49 & Matty Weston ( sponsored by Oxley Block Management) 30 helping us to total of 331. In reply both Brad & Henry Pearson (sponsored by Naturalight Systems) took 3 wkts each
We now face Harrogate at home on May 10
The 2nd team progressed in the Priestley Shield beating Carlton by 182 runs
Jack Bleazard (sponsored by Walker Singleton) finished 155 not out as we posted 276. The wickets were shared around as Carlton were dismissed for 94
25th April
Another good win for the 1st XI sees them head into tomorrow’s National Cup match in good form. The 2nd XI looking to bounce straight back from defeat with an away tie in the Priestley Shield #upthewcc
24th April
Both sides face Jer Lane this week and both are looking to build on opening day wins #upthewcc
24th April
Thank you to Headingley Golf Club who have sponsored Brad Schmulian this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.headingleygolfclub.co.uk
23rd April
Thank you to Reg Nelson who has sponsored Mosun Hussain this season!
23rd April
Outdoor junior training & junior registration tomorrow night from 6pm.
All junior players welcome new & old!
22nd April
Do not forget that membership is up for renewal.
22nd April
Thank you to Ellie Sax who has sponsored Jak Murphy this season!
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22nd April
Thank you to MH Cricket Academy who have sponsored Tim Jackson this season!
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https://www.facebook.com/share/1RQZNxJCcw/?mibextid=wwXIfr
21st April
Thank you to Natural Light Systems who have sponsored Henry Pearson this season!
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21st April
Thank you to Brian & Pam Pearson who have sponsored Jed Pearson this season!
20th April
Both teams recorded opening day wins on Saturday.
The 1st team restricted Farsley to 224 with Henry Pearson (sponsored by NaturaLight Systems) taking 4 wkts and Brad Schmulian (sponsored by Headingley Golf Club) with 3 wkts. In reply Brad top scored with 62, Henry 37 not out, Tim Jackson (sponsored by MH Coaching) 35 & Scott Richardson ( sponsored by GWA Electrical Services) 34 not out saw us win by 5 wkts.
At Albert Terrace the 2nd team beat Farsley by 6 wkts. Kez Ahmed (sponsored by Evolve RCH) took 4 wkts and keeper Jak Murphy (sponsored by Ellie Sax) claimed 5 victims. Jack Bleazard (sponsored by Walker Singleton) lead the chase with 68, Kez 61 not out and Matty Long (sponsored by James Long Joinery) 30 secured the points
18th April
The newly named Bentley Drains Bradford Premier League starts today with the 1st team away at Farsley and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 12.00
Thank you to our ball sponsors Phil& Josie Beaumont and John Bleazard
17th April
Season opener tomorrow…. 1st XI travel to Farsley, 12:00 start
2nd XI begin the season with a home tie against Farsley. 12:00 start at HQ
15th April
All the old white and green benches have been removed and replaced by recycled plastic benches. Many thanks to James and the guys at Seedbomb for all their efforts getting another job crossed off before the season starts
13th April
Our thanks to Pete and all at VWFS Van Rental for helping us out with use of a van at short notice
10th April
Don’t forget to renew your 2026 membership
5th April
Happy Easter
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28th March
A big Thank you to all those who turned up and helped today for our Get Set weekend.
Lots of jobs crossed off the list
27th March
Memberships for the 2026 season are now due.
26th March
Our Get Set weekend takes place this weekend starting at 8 on Saturday.
Plenty of jobs to do to get us ready for the start of the season so the more hands available the more we get done
Free breakfast to all helpers
20th March
We’d like to wish all those that celebrate a happy Eid Mubarak.
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WCC
19th March
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Bradford League president Emeritus Keith Moss.
We send our thoughts and condolences to his family, to all at PSL and the wider cricket community
Love from all at WCC
12th March
A great new feature for the club is our honours boards.
Thank you XL Business Solutions Ltd for their sponsorship of these boards.
Many thanks to all those involved in delivering this project.
9th March
Congratulations to Brad Schmulian’s Central Stags team mate Brett Randell who is the 1st player in the 254 year history of first class cricket to take 5 wickets in 5 balls.
8th March
Happy international women's day
5th March
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN 2026!
We are looking for new sponsors for the 2026 season and offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities.
Check out our sponsorship packages here:
https://woodlandscricketclub.co.uk/sponsorship
If you are interested in sponsoring please contact us via direct message or through email: woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
2nd March
News from New Zealand where Brad took 4 wkts and then scored 104 not out when Day 2 finished as the Stags trail Wellington Firebirds by 150 runs with 3 first innings wickets remaining
1st March
FIRST PLAYER SPONSOR FOR THE NEW SEASON!
Thank you to Walker Singleton who have sponsored Jack Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkersingleton.co.uk/
28th February
Want to advertise your business as well as support a talented WCC player? Look no further than our incredible player sponsorship!
For £150 you can sponsor an individual player from either our 1st XI or our 2nd XI.
What you will receive:
To appear on our LIVE STREAM next to the player's name.
This will also be streamed on the catch up highlights package the next day.
As well as:
Website advert including logo and link to your website.
An advertisement within our programme.
Social media acknowledgement
Feature on social media with chosen player if that player has produced a notable match performance.
If you would like to sponsor a player please contact Jeremy or via email:
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
27th February
Sponsor a match ball for only £30!
Match ball sponsors will be featured on social media for that match!
Contact us to sponsor.
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
26th February
SPORTS HALL HIRE REDUCED RATES
Book our sports hall Monday - Friday between 7am - 5pm and receive reduced rates per hour!
Our sports hall can be used for a number of activities, whether it’s for cricket nets, football, hockey, circuit training or any other sporting activity.
LAST MINUTE AVAILABILITY.
Contact us today to book:
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
21st February
REMINDER!
Junior training starts tomorrow!
12th February
Our junior training returns on Sunday 22nd Feb 5pm - 6pm in the sports hall.
Old and new players welcome & all abilities!
11th February
After one season of ‘Retirement’ Tim Jackson has decided the peace and quiet wasn’t for him. Welcome back Jacko
6th February
NEW SIGNING ALERT
We’re delighted to welcome Noah Priestley from Todmorden — a talented young all‑rounder whose pace, power, and energy will be an immediate asset to the team
5th February
We’re delighted to welcome back Cieran Garner as First Team Captain for 2026 as we set our sights firmly on climbing back to the top
4th February
Brad Schmulian scored 148 not out off 98 balls to help Central Stags beat Wellington Firebirds by 18 runs in their Ford Trophy game
21st January
We have been drawn away at Methley in the 1st round of the Heavy Woollen cup. Ties to be played 10 May
20th January
Our thanks to Reg Nelson who has updated the club’s history on the Bradford League website
1st January
Happy New Year!
We look forward to what 2026 has in store.