News Archive 2024
27th December
Reg Nelson has asked us to post the following message
I wish to extend my Happy New Year greetings to all associated with Woodlands CC. I have had a difficult year, but have had massive support from the club. This proves that the club is a true community club, with members past and present bringing great solace to me. I'm not going to embarrass the individuals concerned by naming them, but they know who they are. But, really it was a collective on behalf of the club and I will always appreciate it.
Some members thought last season was something of an anti- climax.
Don't believe it- the Priestley Cup is a historic triumph that many clubs aspire to but never achieve.
The one abiding memory to me was the complete performance at South Northumberland.
Reg
25th December
Merry Christmas love WCC
5th December
Congratulations to Gerald Medcalf who was elected President of the club and to Pam Pearson who was given Life Membership at last night’s AGM
3rd December
The club AGM takes place on Wednesday 4 December at 7.30 in the clubhouse
27th November
The club AGM takes place on Wednesday 4 December at 7.30 in the clubhouse
23rd November
Congratulations to Phil Beaumont who won the club’s top award at the presentation evening recently
11th November
We have laid a wreath at the cenotaph in Oakenshaw as we remember the fallen.
24th October
3 more hybrid pitches have been installed over the last couple of days.
23rd October
Brad Schmulian hit 126 in his Central Stags Ford Trophy match against Central District. Unfortunately the Stags lost by 8 runs
15th October
Our Last Man Stands is back!
£10 entry pick a different Premier League team each week. If your team wins you progress. Last man standing takes the prize.
First selection by Thursday 4pm
Please share with friends & family.
10th October
World Mental Health Day
May today remind you that it is okay to ask for help when you need it. It’s okay to not feel okay.
You are an amazing person & the world is a better place with you in it.
Wishing everyone to have a day filled with positive thoughts and remember to be kind.
Love
WCC
9th October
ENTER IF YOU DARE!
Are you ready for Woodlands’ spooktacular Halloween bash?
See you there for spirits & scares on Saturday 26th October from 7.30pm onwards
30th September
Between the online donation page and proceeds on the day we have raised over £1,400 for Cancer Research.
There still time to donate online
Thank you to all who have supported the event.
You guys are amazing
Love WCC
26th September
Just been informed Spiderman will be swinging by at the Cancer Research fundraiser on Sunday between 10 and 12 so anyone wishing for a photo with the webbed wonder can do so for a donation to the cause.
25th September
Junior Presentation Night on Friday 27th from 7pm in the clubhouse
22nd September
One week to go until our Cancer Research fundraiser!
Come down to Woodies on Sunday 29 September from 10am to support a great charity.
We will be having a raffle as well as a cake stall with all proceeds going to Cancer Research.
Any donations for the raffle or cake stall are welcome. Please contact Jeremy if you would like to make any prize or cake donations.
We have set up a Cancer Research Giving page if you would like to support us, with all proceeds going directly to the charity.
https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/.../wcc-giving...
Love WCC
17th September
Less than two weeks to go until our Cancer Research fundraiser!
Come down to Woodies on Sunday 29 September from 10am to support a great charity.
We will be having a raffle as well as a cake stall with all proceeds going to Cancer Research.
Any donations for the raffle or cake stall are welcome. Please contact Jeremy if you would like to make any prize or cake donations.
We have set up a Cancer Research Giving page if you would like to support us, with all proceeds going directly to the charity.
16th September
Over the weekend our end of season square renovation work was completed. All 15 wickets were scarified, seeded, fertilised & top dressed.
Great work from James Scott & Joel at Seedbomb with help from El.
15th September
The 2nd team concluded their season with a 32 run defeat at East Bierley. Wickets were shared out as the hosts scored 208. Nick Rushworth scored 51 & Alex Rushworth scored 28 after earlier picking up his first 2 senior wickets.
14th September
The final round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League takes place today with the 2nd team away at East Bierley. Game starts at 11.30
Thank you to our ball sponsors Mary & Jeremy Bleazard
12th September
We are hosting a fundraiser for Cancer Research on Sunday 29 September from 10am.
We will be having a raffle as well as a cake stall with all proceeds going to Cancer Research.
Any donations for the raffle or cake stall are welcome. Please contact Jeremy if you would like to make any prize or cake donations.
We have set up a Cancer Research Giving page if you would like to support us, with all proceeds going directly to the charity.
https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/page/wcc-giving-page-2024
10th September
Tim Jackson was given a guard of honour by the match officials and New Farnley players ahead of the game on Saturday as he retired from playing. Tim scored 9,130 league runs
Thank you Jacko for all the memories
Love all at WCC
9th September
Safe flight home, Brad
See you in April
Both games on Saturday were abandoned because of the rain.
The 1st team were 114 for 0 after 28 overs with Brad Schmulian 54 not out and Tim Jackson 41 not out. Congratulations go to New Farnley on securing the league title.
The 2nd team were 182 for 6 when they rain stopped proceedings. Jak Murphy 59 not out.
7th September
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today woth the 1st team away at New Farnley and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 11.30
Thank you to our ball sponsors Roger & Elke Jackson & Seedbomb
4th September
More and more lives and people we know are being affected by Cancer.
We are going to try and do our bit to raise money to help find a cure.
We are hosting a fundraiser for Cancer Research on Sunday 29 September from 10am.
We will be having a raffle as well as a cake stall with all proceeds going to Cancer Research.
Any donations for the raffle or cake stall are welcome.
Help us by bringing your family and friends for a cuppa, a natter and some cake.
We have set up a Cancer Research Giving page if you would like to support us, with all proceeds going directly to the charity.
Donate and help bring forward the day when all cancers are cured. https://fundraise.cancerresearchuk.org/.../wcc-giving...
1st September
The 1st team beat Pudsay Congs by 9 wkts. Kez Ahmed took 3 wkts as the visitors were bowled out for 181. Tim Jackson 93 not out & Brad Schmulian finished 83 not out.
The 2nd team lost to Pudsey Congs. We scored 220 Harry Medcalf 72.
Today is the next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League with the 1st team away to Jer Lane and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition.
Both games start at 11.30
Thank you to our ball sponsors Dolled Up Boutique & Reg Nelson
31st August
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Pudsey Congs. The 2nd team are away to the same opposition.
Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors
Reg Nelson & In memory of Phil Godfrey
29th August
Thank you to J. & E. Medcalf Ltd who have sponsored Kieran Rodger this season!
Check out their website here: http://medcalfbutchers.co.uk
28th August
Thank you to Chris Brice who has sponsored Kez Ahmed this season!
Congratulations to Brad Schmulian who won the Swithenbank trophy for the best individual score in the Leeds Golf Union division 1 team championship at Wetherby GC
Thank you to Walker Morris who have sponsored Liam Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk/
27th August
If you are struggling with your mental health Andys Man Club have meetings each Monday at 7pm around our local area. A judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives. andysmanclub.co.uk/who-we-are/
25th August
Both teams lost to Pudsey St Lawrence yesterday
The 1st team lost by 6 wkts with Brad Schmulian 90.
The 2nd team lost by 5 wkts with Rob Medcalf 76 & Harry Medcalf 51.
24th August
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st away at Pudsey St Lawrence and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Stacey’s Kitchen & In the memory of Bill & Kathleen Sharp
19th August
The 1st team won the Gordon Rigg Priestley Cup with a 6 wkt win over Bradford & Bingley yesterday.
B&B scored 282 with Scott Richardson taking 3 wkts
In reply, Brad Schmulian scored 119 not out, Kieran Collins 57, Liam Collins 53 & Elliot Richardson 32 not out saw us over the line and lift the trophy.
Man of the match award was given to Louren Steenkamp for his innings of 157.
Credit to both teams in making the final a fantastic advert for the Bradford Premier League
18th August
The 1st team beat Townville yesterday by 34 runs. Brad Schmulian 74, Elliot Richardson 44 & Cieran Garner helped us score 205. In reply the visitors were bowled out for 171 with Elliot taking 4 wkts and Brad taking 3.
The 2nd team lost to Bowling Old Lane. Josh Griffin took 3 wkts.
The 1st play Bradford & Bingley in the final of the Gordon Rigg Priestley Cup at New Farnley today. Game starts at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsor Roger & Elke Jackson
17th August
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Townville and the 2nd team away at Bowling Old Lane.
Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors
John Jenny & Lizzie Tordoff & Shakil Manir
15th August
There is still time to enter our last man stands competition. Deadline 4pm today. Prize is over £200.
14th August
All at Woodlands CC wish Brian Pearson a speedy recovery.
Brian was hit in the face with the ball whilst umpiring our 2nd team game against East Bierley on Saturday. He has suffered 3 fractures to his left cheekbone and his right cheekbone is also fractured. He is badly bruised and shook up with the accident.
We would also like to put on record our thanks to the players and supporters of East Bierley who could not have done anymore attending and caring for Brian.
Love all at WCC
13th August
The 2nd team lost to New Farnley by 1 run in the semi final of the Crowther Cup on Sunday.
The visitors scored 259. Harry Medcalf 69, Jak Murphy 44, Rob Medcalf 39 & Joel Beaumont 30 weren’t quite enough to get us across the line
12th August
We are deeply saddened to hear of the passing of Bankfoot stalwart, Richard Peel.
Our love and thoughts are with his family and all at Bankfoot at this sad time
Love from all at WCC
11th August
Both teams recorded wins yesterday. The 1st team beat Cleckheaton by 87 runs. We scored 337. Sam Frankland 116, Tim Jackson 58, Liam Collins 54 & Muhammad Bilal 45 in the runs. Wickets were shared out as Cleckheaton finished on 250 for 7.
The 2nd team beat East Bierley by 8 runs. We scored 287 with Jack Bleazard 145 not out, Nick Rushworth 53 & Josh Griffin 48. Rushy took 5 wkts & Josh Griffin 3 to secure the win.
Today the 2nd team are at home to New Farnley in the Crowther Cup semi final.
Game starts at 1
Thank you to our ball sponsor Sue & Mick Brearley
10th August
The next round if the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team away at Cleckheaton and the 2nd team at home to East Bierley.
Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors Roger & Elke Jackson & Mick & Mary Rushworth
5th August
With the start of the Premier League less than 2 weeks away, our Last Man Stands competition returns. £10 to enter full details in the rules.
Please share with family friends and colleagues.
4th August
Both teams secured wins yesterday.
The 1st team beat Bradford & Bingley by 54 runs. Tim Jackson 107 not out, Brad Schmulian 61, Muhammad Bilal 48 & Kieran Collins 32 helped us score 334. Brad took 6 wkts to get is across the line.
The 2nd team beat Morley by 67 runs. Jak Murphy 84 & Harry Medcalf 62 helped us score 249. James Sawyer 4 wkts & Nathan Bromby 3 wkts led us home.
3rd August
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Bradford & Bingley and the 2nd team away at Morley.
Both games start at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Stephen Howard Travel & Sara Bleazard
1st August
Happy Yorkshire Day
31st July
The club is sad to learn of the passing of David Hirst, one of the club’s Vice-Presidents.
David was a member of Wyke Temperance C.C. before that club’s demise in 1975 and so when he returned to the North after some years living in the South of the country he sought out that club’s former members, many of whom were by now involved at Woodlands. Invited to join the committee in 2002, David quickly became an active committee member and successfully chased and obtained grants for our developments.
In 2008 he obtained planning permission and launched a fund, with a generous donation, with a view to joining up the clubhouse and the sports hall but this was not met with the enthusiasm the plan deserved and it never got off the ground.
David continued to support the club on a regular basis until last year, even travelling to games from Ripon when in his 90s after he had moved to live there from Idle.
His funeral will be held at 11.30am on Monday 19th August at Maple Park crematorium between Ripon and Thirsk on the A61.
29th July
The 2nd team beat Scholes yesterday to progress in the Crowther Cup.
We scored 225 with Jak Murphy 55, Cieran Garner 47 Joel Beaumont 42. The hosts were bowled out for 195 with Josh Griffin taking 3 wkts
28th July
Both teams won and got maximum points in our games against Methley yesterday.
The 1st team won by 2 wkts as Brad Schmulian took 5 wkts & Muhammad Bilal took 3.
In reply, Muhammad Bilal 35, Cieran Garner 31 not out & Alex Kaye 29 not out got us over the line.
The 2nd team beat Methley by 120 runs. Matty Long 119 not out, Joel Beaumont 57, Jack Bleazard 40 & Harry Medcalf 39 helped us score 321. 5 wkts for James Sawyer & 3 for Muhammad Wassi Khurram secured the win.
Today the 2nd team are away at Scholes (Huddersfield) in the Crowther Cup. Game starts at 1pm
Thank you to our ball sponsor Wrap Pod
27th July
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Methley and the 2nd team away at the same opposition. Both games start at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Kem & co Hair & Mollie Hodgson
22nd July
The 1st team progressed to the Priestley Cup final by beating Townville yesterday by 7 wkts.
We restricted the hosts to 179 with Brad Schmulian took 4 wkts & Kez Ahmed taking 3.
In reply, Tim Jackson 55 not out, Muhammad Bilal 47, Brad 41 not out & Sam Frankland 34 got us the win and a place in the final on 18 August.
21st July
A day of mixed results yesterday. The 1st team beat Undercliffe by 132 runs. We scored 260 with Muhammad Bilal scoring 69 not out off just 24 balls, Tom Clee 53, Sam Frankland 51 & Tim Jackson 34. The hosts were bowled out for 128 with Tom taking 7 wkts
The 2nd team lost to Hanging Heaton by 6 wkts. Jak Murphy top scored with 94 not out. Nathan Bromby took 3 wkts
The 1st team are away at Townville in the semi final of the Gordon Rigg Priestley Cup today. Game starts at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsor Reg Nelson
20th July
The next round of theGordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st away at Undercliffe and the 2nd team at home to Hanging Heaton. Both games start at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Margaret Hall & ATA Builders Merchants
14th July
The 1st team game at Townville has fallen victim to the weather. We will try again next Sunday.
The 1st team beat Ossett by 150 runs yesterday. We scored 311 thanks to Sam Frankland 105, Kieran Collins 68 not out & Brad Schmulian 38. Ossett were bowled out for 161 with Muhammad Bilal and Tom Clee both taking 5 wkts to get is the win and 20pts.
The 2nd team beat Batley by 2wkts. The hosts scored 180 with Kieran Rodger taking 4 wkts. Nick Rushworth top scored with 48 & Harry Medcalf 30.
Today the 1st team are away at Townville in the Gordon Rigg Priestley Cup semi final. Weather permitting game starts at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsor Reg Nelson
13th July
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Ossett and the the 2nd team away at Batley. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors The Richardson Family & Liam & Shauna Bleazard
12th July
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 Coniston Heating Ltd who have sponsored Matty Long this season!
Check out their website here: www.conistonheating.co.uk
11th July
Thank you to CCM Auctions who have sponsored Rob Medcalf this season!
Thank you to Walker Morris who have sponsored Liam Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk/
8th July
The 1st team lost to Ormskirk in the National cup yesterday. The visitors scored 202 with Muhammad Bilal taking 3 wkts.
In reply, Tom Clee finished 66 not out, kieran Collins 45, Sam Frankland 35 & Brad Schmulian 32 as we fell 7 runs short
7th July
Both teams recorded 20 pt wins yesterday. The 1st team won by 147 runs at Farsley. We scored 335 with Sam Frankland 128, Brad Schmulian 67, Liam Collins 53 & Tim Jackson 32. The hosts were bowled out for 188 with3 wkts each for James Sawyer & Brad.
The 2nd team defeated the same opposition by 174 runs. We scored 298 with Nick Rushworth 145, Steven Pearson 69 not out & Jack Bleazard 47. The visitors were bowled out for 124 with Nathan Bromby taking 4 wkts.
Today the 1st team are at home to Ormskirk in the ECB National Cup. Game starts at 1pm.
Thank you to our ball sponsor John, Lizzie & Jenny
6th July
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team away at Farsley and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 11
Thank you to our ball sponsors The Griffin Family & Christine Rishman
4th July
Start times of games this Saturday have been brought forward to 11am so people can watch the football
1st July
Both teams progressed in their cup games yesterday.
The 1st team beat Pudsey St Lawrence in the Priestley Cup by 3 wkts. The visitors scored 265 with Brad Schmulian took 3 wkts. Muhammad Bilal 84 not out, Brad 57 & Liam Collins 45 helped secure the win.
The 2nd team beat Townville by 180 runs in the Crowther Cup.
We scored 338 with Nick Rushworth 120 not out, Jack Bleazard 91, Cieran Garner 44 & Harry Medcalf 32.
We bowled the hosts out for 158 with 3 wkts each for Joel Beaumont & Cieran Garner.
30th June
Both teams suffered defeats on DLS yesterday as rain interrupted the games.
The 1st team scored 183 with Kieran Collins scoring 54 and Brad Schmulian with 46. In reply the visitor were in front of the DLS when the rain started.
The 2nd team restricted Jer Lane to 168 with James Sawyer & Cieran Garner both taking 4 wkts. We were 79 for 5 when the game was abandoned.
Today the 1st team are at home to Pudsey St Lawrence in the Priestley Cup. Game starts at 12
The 2nd team are away at Townville in the Crowther Cup. Game starts at 1
Thank you to our ball sponsors Stuart Tordoff Ltd & Jack B
29th June
The next round of the Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at home to Jer Lane and the 2nd team away to the same opposition.
Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors UK Global & Veronica Murphy
27th June
Joan Bleazard’s funeral will take place on 2 July at St Paul’s Church, Birkenshaw at 11.15, followed by cremation at Dewsbury Moor.
Refreshments will be served at Woodlands Cricket Club after the service.
26th June
The 1st team lost last night at Townville in the Heavy Woollen cup. We scored 132 with Brad Schmulian 47 and Scott Richardson 45. Scott picked up 2 wkts
25th June
The 1st team are away at Townville tonight in the re-arranged Heavy Woollen Cup tie. Game starts at 6.15
Thank you to our ball sponsor J&E Medcalf Ltd
24th June
The 1st team progressed in the ECB National Cup with a 7 wkts win at South Northumberland. The host were restricted to 124 with Kez Ahmed taking 3 wkts.
Liam Collins 36 & Alex Kaye 32 led the way to the win
23rd June
The 1st team beat New Farnley by 6 wkts yesterday and picked up 18 pts. The wkts for Brad Schmulian helped restrict the visitors to 240. Brad 93 and Tim Jackson 72 were the main contributors in getting the win.
The 2nd team lost at New Farnley. The hosts scored 264. Cieran Garner 91 top scored.
The 1st team today were away at South Northumberland today in the ECB National Cup.
Thank you to our ball sponsor Brian & Pam Pearson
22nd July
The next round of the Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team at Home to New Farnley and the 2nd team away at the same opposition.
Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors
John & Pat Wharf & Jeremy & Mary Bleazard
19th June
Josh Griffin is doing the National 3 Peaks challenge to help raise money for the Anthony Nolan Charity. Please support Josh and this cause if you can.
17th June
We’d like to wish a happy Eid Mubarak to all those who are celebrating.
Love WCC
The 1st team game at South Northumberland was abandoned because of rain. We had scored 199 with Kieran Collins 42, Brad Schmulian 29 & Muhammad Bilal 28 the main contributors when the rain came.
16th June
The next round of the Bradford Premier League is today with the 1st team away at Pudsey Congs and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors Reg Nelson & Guy & Judie Rishman
Both teams were beaten by the weather yesterday
The 1st team are away at South Northumberland today in the ECB National Cup. Game starts at 1
Thank you to our ball sponsor Brian & Pam Pearson
15th June
Thank you to MW Electrics Ltd who have sponsored Jak Murphy this season!
Thank you to CCM Auctions who have sponsored Rob Medcalf this season!
14th June
Thank you to Walker Singleton who have sponsored Jack Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkersingleton.co.uk/
Thank you to Brompton Groundcare Services who have sponsored Joel Beaumont this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.brompton-groundcareservices.co.uk
13th June
Thank you to Tony Heaton who has sponsored Liam Collins this season!
Thank you to Walker Morris who have sponsored Liam Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk/
12th June
Congratulations to Kez & Kirran on the birth of your son.
Love from all at WCC
10th June
The 1st team beat Cleckheaton in the Priestley Cup yesterday. Tom Clee 73 not out, Brad Schmulian 52 & Sam Frankland 50 helped us score 217 off our 30overs. In reply, the visitors were all out for 131 with Tom taking 3 wkts.
9th June
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League takes place today with the 1st team at home to Pudsey St Lawrence with the 2nd team away to the same opposition. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors Barry Ashcroft & Mick & Mary Rushworth
A day of mixed fortunes for us yesterday. The 1st team beat Pudsey St Lawrence by 54 runs. We scored 227 with Tom Clee 66 & Scott Richardson 33 not out the main runs scorers. Elliot Richardson took 5 wkts to get the 20 pts.
The 2nd team lost to the same opposition. Josh Griffin took 3 wkts. Harry Medcalf 76 & Cieran Garner 58 were not enough to get us home.
Today the 1st team are at home to Cleckheaton in the Priestley Cup.
Game starts at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Roger & Elke Jackson.
8th June
We are sad to announce the passing of member & sponsor Joan Bleazard. Our thoughts are with John and the rest of her family.
Love from all at WCC
5th June
Reg Nelson’s report on Sunday’s game against Barnard Castle can be found on the following link: https://www.bradfordcl.com/blog/rnnatcup20206
Thank you to Tim’s Tavern who have sponsored Tim Jackson this season!
Today we mark the 80th anniversary of D Day.
We remember those who gave their today so we could have our tomorrow.
Love WCC
3rd June
We join the sporting nation with our sadness at the death of Rob Burrow. A true inspiration to all.
RIP
The 1st team progressed in the ECB National Club Championship yesterday beating Barnard Castle by 150 runs. We scored 319 with Brad Schmulian 122 not out, Tom Clee 78 not put & Tim Jackson 68.
The visitors were bowled out for 169 with Kez Ahmed taking 4 wkts & Elliot Richardson 3 wkts.
We are away at South Northumberland in the next round
2nd June
A day of mixed results yesterday.
The 1st team lost at Townville with Brad Schmulian top scoring with 69.
The 2nd team beat Bowling Old Lane by 6 wkts.
James Sawyer with 3 wkts and runs for Matty Long 63, Cieran Garner 51 not out & Nick Rushworth 48 got us the win.
Today the 1st team are at home to Barnard Castle in the ECB National Cup & the 2nd team are away at Townville in the Crowther Cup. Both games start at 1pm.
Thank you to our ball sponsors Roger Parkinson & Jack Bleazard
Due to a serious incident near the Townville ground, the 2nd team game has been postponed
1st June
The next round of the Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League takes place today with the 1st team away at Townville and the 2nd team at home to Bowling Old Lane. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors who are Seedbomb & Reg Nelson
31st May
The 1st team proved to be too strong for Beckwithshaw last night as they progressed in the Heavy Woollen cup.
We restricted the host to 36 with Elliot Richardson taking 4 wkts and Kieran Rodger with 3.
We knocked the runs off in 2 overs with Muhammad Bilal scoring 28 not out off 8 balls.
We are away at Townville in the next round
30th May
The 1st team are away at Beckwithshaw tonight in the Heavy Woollen cup. Game starts at 6.15
Thank you to our ball sponsor
J. & E. Medcalf Ltd.
Congratulations to Tim & Emma on their Wedding today
Love from all at WCC
28th May
Our Heavy Woollen cup tie at Beckwithshaw has been moved to Thursday night with a 6.30 start
27th May
The next round of the Bradford Premier League takes place today with the 1st team at home to Cleckheaton. Game starts at 12.
Thank you to our ball sponsor Roger & Elke Jackson
26th May
Both teams recorded victories yesterday. The 1st team beat Bradford & Bingley by 7 wkts and picked up 19 pts. The hosts were restricted to 142 with Brad Schmulian taking 4 wkts and Muhammad Bilal taking 3. Tom Clee 50 not out & Tim Jackson 38 secured the win.
The 2nd team beat Morley by 28 runs. We scored 229 with James Sawyer 77 not out and Steven Pearson 52 not out the main contributors. James Sawyer then took 5 wkts to secure the 20 pts.
Today the 1st team play Barnard Castle in the ECB National Cup. Game starts at 1pm.
Thank to our ball sponsor Roger Parkinson.
Unfortunately today’s game has been beaten by the weather.
We will try again next Sunday
25th May
The next round of the Bradford premier League takes place today with the 1st team away at Bradford & Bingley and the 2nd team at home to Morley. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors Christine Rishman & the Richardson family
20th May
Thank you to Brompton Groundcare Services who have sponsored Joel Beaumont this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.brompton-groundcareservices.co.uk
19th May
Both teams recorded wins against Methley yesterday.
The 1st team scored 161 with Kieran Collins scoring 39. The host were bowled out for 145 with Kez Ahmed taking 5 wkts.
The 2nd team won by 202 runs after scoring 298. Cieran Garner 88, Matty Long 82, Jak Murphy 44 not out and Harry Medcalf 44, in the runs. Kieran Rodger took 5 wkts and Josh Griffin 3 wkts to secure the win
18th May
The next round if the Bradford Premier League takes place today with the 1st team away at Methley and the 2nd team at home to the same opposition. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors who are Mark Clay and Stacey’s Kitchen
17th May
Thank you to Walker Singleton who have sponsored Jack Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkersingleton.co.uk/
Thank you to Chris Brice who has sponsored Kez Ahmed this season!
16th May
Thank you to Tony Heaton who has sponsored Liam Collins this season!
Thank you to Walker Morris who have sponsored Liam Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk/
13th May
A day of mixed fortunes in the cups yesterday.
The 1st team beat Appleby Frodingham by 7 wkts in the ECB National Club Championship. We restricted the visitors to 174 off of their 40 overs. In reply, Sam Frankland 86 not out helped us progress and we will now face Barnard Castle at home on 26 May.
The 2nd team lost to Bowling Old Lane in the 1st round of the Priestley Shield. 4 wkts for Jak Murphy, Matty Long 86 & Rob Medcalf 32 were not enough as we lost by 29 runs.
Congratulations to Mick Brearley who ran the Leeds marathon as a pace setter yesterday. Mick was asked to pace at 4hrs 15 and finished 4hrs 14 and still had a big smile on his face after 26 miles
Love from all at WCC
12th May
Both teams recorded 20 pts win yesterday. The 1st bowled Undercliffe out for 137 with 3 wkts each for Brad Schmulian and Elliot Richardson. Brad 55 not out and Sam Frankland 53 led us to the win.
The 2nd team bowled Hanging Heaton out for 127 with 3 wkts each for James Sawyer and Josh Griffin. Cieran Garner 62 not out and Harry Medcalf 48 secured the win.
Today the 1st team are at home against Appleby Frodingham in the ECB National Cup and the 2nd team are away at Bowling Old Lane in the Priestley Shield.
Both games started at 1pm
Thank you to our ball sponsors Reg Nelson and Rob Medcalf
11th May
The Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League continues today with the 1st team at home to Undercliffe and the 2nd team away at Hanging Heaton. Both games start at 12
Thank you to our ball sponsors Mick & Sue Brearley and Steve Harrington
10th May
Thank you to Coniston Heating Ltd who have sponsored Matty Long this season!
Check out their website here: www.conistonheating.co.uk
Thank you to MW Electrics Ltd who have sponsored Jak Murphy this season!
9th 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 Seedbomb Ltd who have sponsored Scott Richardson this season!
8th May
We are sad to announce the passing of former player and long time supporter & patron Jeff Hodgson. Our thoughts are with Mollie and the rest of his family at this time.
Love WCC
7th May
Thank you to Ellisons Butchers who have sponsored Harry Medcalf this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.ellisonsbutchers.co.uk
6th May
Thank you to CCM Auctions who have sponsored Rob Medcalf this season!
5th May
Both teams recorded wins yesterday.
The 1st team battled first at Ossett and scored 206. Tim Jackson top scored with 86, Sam Frankland 39 & Brad Schmulian 30. In reply the host were bowled out for 141 with Brad picking up 3 wkts.
The 2nd team also batted first at home to Batley and scored 211. Nick Rushworth top scored with 46, Steven Pearson 38 not out & Harry Medcalf 34.
Rob Medcalf picked up 3 wkts to secure the win
4th May
The Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League continues today with the 1st team away at Ossett and the 2nd team at home to Batley.
Thank you to our ball sponsors John & Sarah Woods and Stuart Nichols
3rd May
Junior Training tonight from 6.15 weather permitting. Old and New players welcome.
2nd May
Unfortunately Carlton are unable to raise a team for our re-arranged Heavy Woollen tie this Sunday and have conceded the game.
Thank you to Camstead Homes who have sponsored Brad Schmulian this season!
Check out their website here: https://camstead.co.uk
1st May
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Ahmed Daud, Batley Cricket Club legend and stalwart.
Our thoughts are with his family and members of the club at this sad time.
We are also saddened to learn the passing of Bill Dove a former Bradford League umpire. Our thoughts are with his family at this sad time.
28th April
The 1st team started their league campaign with an 8 wicket win over Farsley yesterday. 4 wkts for Kez Ahmed and 3 for Brad Schmulian help restrict the visitors to 177. Brad 58 not out, Tim Jackson 54 not out & Cieran Garner 41 got us the win and pick up 20 pts.
The 2nd team game at Farsley was called off without a ball being bowled due to a wet pitch.
The 1st team are away at Carlton today in the Heavy Woollen Cup weather permitting.
Thank you our match ball sponsor Reg Nelson.
Unfortunately today’s game at Carlton has been postponed as water had got under the covers.
We will try again next Sunday
27th April
The Gordon Rigg Bradford Premier League starts today with the 1st team at home to Farsley. The second team are away to the same opposition. Both games start at 12.00
Thank you to our ball sponsors who are
In memory of Phil Godfrey
UK Global
25th April
Thank you to Cleaning Power Services Ltd who have sponsored Cieran Garner this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.cleaningpowerservices.net
24th April
Junior registration and training (weather permitting) is on Friday at 6.30
23rd April
Happy St George’s Day
22nd April
We are running a first aid course on Tuesday 30 April starting at 6.30 in the clubhouse.
The course is free of charge to any player, parent or member of the club and is being led by Off The Ward First Aid.
Hope to see you there
21st April
Thank you to Brompton Groundcare Services who have sponsored Joel Beaumont this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.brompton-groundcareservices.co.uk
16th April
Thank you to Chris Brice who has sponsored Kez Ahmed this season!
14th April
Malcolm McGregor’s funeral will take place on Wednesday 17 April at 10.30 at Shay Grange Crematorium Heaton BD9 6ST.
Refreshment afterwards are at South Bradford Golf Club
12th April
The league have postponed the opening round of fixtures due to be played on 20 April because of the bad weather we have had leaving grounds saturated and many groundsman not being able to prepare.
These fixtures will now be played in September
10th April
Eid Mubarak to everyone celebrating
Love WCC
4th April
Thank you to Walker Morris who have sponsored Liam Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkermorris.co.uk/
Thank you to Walker Singleton who have sponsored Jack Bleazard this season!
Check out their website here: https://www.walkersingleton.co.uk/
3rd April
Club membership is now due.
Social £30, OAP £25
Players £60
Enjoy members discounts on bar purchases once you have paid, so the sooner you pay the more you save.
Payment can be by bank transfer, cheque or cash or in person by card.
Please contact our Subs Secretary Mick Brearley, Treasurer Liam Bleazard or any club official for more details
Thank you to Tony Heaton who has sponsored Liam Collins this season!
2nd April
Our final junior indoor training is tonight before we start outside on Friday 19 April, weather permitting
29th March
We are sad to announce the passing of former player, umpire and long time supporter, Malcolm McGregor.
Our thoughts are with Malcolm’s family at this sad time
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27th March
Yesterday, we said goodbye to our President, Gordon Rishman.
Gordon we thank you for all you did for our club over the years. We will continue to build on the foundations you have set.
Sleep well
Love WCC
24th March
Congratulations to Joel Beaumont on passing his level 2 coaching today
8th March
Gordon Rishman’s obituary
Gordon Rishman, who passed away on Monday shortly after his 92nd birthday was Woodlands Cricket Club through and through.
Before Woodlands moved to their present ground, opposing sides would travel to Oakenshaw by tram and had to walk the half mile or so from the terminus to the original ground in Woodlands hamlet.
This meant they had to pass the Rishman family home, and a very young Gordon would sit on the wall outside checking the opposition team which he would then report to his father Ralph.
As he got older, he would make his way to the ground itself to see his heroes in action.
To start with, he turned out for the 2nd XI when they were short and so when junior cricket was restarted at the club after the war he was experienced enough to skipper the side and skilled enough to head the league batting averages when he led his team to the title in 1949.
He soon established himself in the 1st XI and continued playing well into the 1970s.
Established as the team’s No 3 he would nudge and nurdle his way as the backbone of the innings. In those days of uncovered wickets, little protective wear and no helmets, it took some courage to get behind every ball.
Gordon was up to the task and proved to be one of the most difficult batsmen to dislodge throughout his career during which he batted throughout the innings on a remarkable eight occasions. He also skippered the 1st XI during the 1959 and 60 seasons.
Off the field of play, Gordon played his full part in the administration of the club and in 1983, having previously been Chairman, he became club President, a position he held until he died, as the club’s longest-serving President.
Gordon was immensely proud to be President and Life Member of the club and watch it grow from an archetypal village cricket club to become Bradford League champions in 2005. Then to follow that success with nine further league trophies and go on to become Yorkshire club champions in 2022 and 2023.
He was the perfect ambassador for the club and represented it with distinction.
Gordon’s connection with Woodlands was a family affair. His father Ralph was Captain and President. His nephew Anthony Throup was a spin bowler and Uncle Sid played for the club as wicketkeeper prior to a Bradford League career with Bankfoot and Bowling Old Lane.
Privately, Gordon had a major career change during his 40s when he undertook a university degree in podiatry. Such was his determination to succeed that when Huddersfield University opened a School of Chiropody, Gordon was its first Principal.
Throughout his life Gordon was supported by two wonderful wives. Cynthia gave her full support particularly during the time of his studies until she unfortunately passed away. After some years of living alone Gordon met Christine who has given fantastic support in the latter years of his life when Gordon often endured ill health.
Gordon will be sadly missed by Christine, family, everyone at Woodlands and all who had the good fortune to know him.
5th March
It is with great sadness and a heavy heart we have to announce that club President Gordon Rishman has passed away.
A gentleman and friend to all, he will be sorely missed.
Our love and thoughts are with Christine and his family.
Love WC
20th February
Sponsor a match ball for only £25!
Match ball sponsors will be featured on social media for that match!
Contact us to sponsor. 
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
18th February
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES IN 2024!
We are looking for new sponsors for the 2024 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
15th February
Back for 2024 is player sponsorship!
For £150 you can sponsor an individual player from either our 1st XI or our 2nd XI.
What you will receive:
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 us directly or via email:
woodlandscricketclub@gmail.com
14th February
We are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Ossett stalwart Bob Schofield.
Our thoughts are with Bob’s family and all of our friends at Ossett
Love WCC
5th February
Our junior nets start tomorrow 6pm till 7pm in the sportshall. All welcome.
30th January
Maintenance work continues throughout the year. A mild winter’s day allowed a start to be made on the staining of the fixed seating outside the Sports Hall - the seats having been earlier stripped back to bare wood.
28th January
LAST MAN STANDS!
Entries close tomorrow at 4pm, only £10 to enter!
All are welcom
23rd January
Congratulations to our Last Man Stands winner who won over £500
We start again with a new game. £10 to enter. All entries by 4pm on Monday.
All welcome
22nd January
We are saddened to learn of the passing of Hartshead Moor chairman, Tony Dickinson. Our thoughts are with his family and our friends at Hartshead Moor at this sad time
Love WCC
18th January 2024
The draw for the 1st round if the Heavy Woollen cup has been made and sees us away at Carlton with the game scheduled for 21 April.
We have a bye in the first round of the Crowther Cup but are away to Townville in the second round with the game to be played on 2 June
1st January 2024
Happy New Year, love all at WCC