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# Preston Cricket Club

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- [Weekend Roundup 17/18 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-17-18-june/) - Preston 1’s were narrow runners up in a nail-biting game v St Albans who eventually won in the dying moments of the game by 40 runs. The visitors elected to bat on the toss and openers Hounslow (74) and Regan (53) set up a solid base but it was Preston stalwart Peter Murrell who’s 5-87
- [Weekend Roundup 10/11 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-10-11-june/) - Preston 1s suffered a defeat on their visit to Flitwick in the Hertfordshire Championship. Flitwick won the toss and elected to bat in the scorching conditions. Preston's opening bowlers, Ed Wharton and Casey Walker, got off to an excellent start by dismissing both Flitwick openers without scoring, leaving them at 0/2. However, this brought Bedfordshire
- [2026 JUNIOR CRICKET](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2026-junior-cricket/) - And that’s a wrap for the Preston Cricket Club Junior Cricket Season 2026!!!! Awards were given out for notable performances over the course of the 2026 junior cricket season. But every junior member of the club is a standout superstar!! The club is extremely proud and thankful that our junior players (and their parents) choose
- [Weekend RoundUp - 25/26 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-25-26-july/) - Preston First XI v Dunstable Town CC Preston First XI were beaten by 7 wickets against Dunstable Town CC. Preston were put into bat after Dunstable won the toss and elected to field, but were bowled out for 83 in 26 overs. Dunstable’s attack was led by R. Simpkins, who took an excellent 4/3, while
- [Weekend RoundUp - 18/19 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-18-19-july/) - Preston First XI v Redbourn CC Preston First XI were narrowly beaten by 3 wickets against Redbourn CC. Preston won the toss and elected to bat, posting a competitive 266/8 from their 60 overs. Jacob Williamson led the innings superbly with 77 from 80 balls, while James Doherty added 56 and Anthony Ender made 52.
- [Weekend RoundUp - 4/5 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-4-5-july/) - Preston First XI v Shenley Village CC Preston First XI were beaten by 8 wickets against Shenley Village CC. Preston won the toss and elected to bat, but were bowled out for 135 in 33.3 overs. James Doherty led the Preston batting with 44 from 34 balls, while Jack Stevens added 32 in the middle
- [Weekend RoundUp - 11/12 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-11-12-july/) - Preston First XI v North Mymms CC Preston First XI were beaten by 181 runs against North Mymms CC. Chasing 344, Preston were bowled out for 162 in 35.3 overs. James Doherty top scored with 39, while Edward Wharton added 29 and youngster Oscar Dunham Welch made 24. Joshua Wigginton also struck 20 from 17
- [Weekend RoundUp - 27/28 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-27-28-june/) - Preston First XI v Welwyn Garden City CC Preston First XI were beaten by 6 wickets against Welwyn Garden City CC. Preston won the toss and elected to bat, posting 253/9 from their 60 overs. Joshua Wigginton led the innings superbly with 114, while Edward Wharton added a strong 67 at the top of the
- [Chris Newell](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/chris-newell/) - Chris Newell It was with great sadness that the club learned last week of the passing of one of the outstanding members in our history, Chris Newell. He will be greatly missed and remembered as a real enthusiast for the game, combining 100% effort on the field with an enduring appetite for a smile with
- [Weekend RoundUp - 20/21st June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-20-21st-june/) - Preston First XI v Hemel Hempstead Town CC Preston First XI were beaten by 62 runs against Hemel Hempstead Town CC. Chasing 209, Preston were bowled out for 146 in 41.5 overs. Eden Scott was the stand-out performer for Preston with an excellent 74 from 107 balls, hitting 12 fours. Hemel Hempstead’s bowlers kept control
- [Weekend RoundUp - 9/10 May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-9-10-may/) - Preston First X1 v North Mymms CC Preston First X1 lost by 8 wickets away to North Mymms CC. Preston won the toss and elected to bat, but were bowled out for 174 in 39.2 overs. Preston’s overseas James Doherty’s 76 was the stand-out innings for Preston, holding the batting effort together after several starts
- [Weekend RoundUp - 16/17 May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-16-17-may/) - Preston First XI v Redbourn CC Preston First XI produced a dominant 151-run win against Redbourn CC. Redbourn won the toss and elected to field, but Preston piled on an excellent 330/7 from their 50 overs. Edward Wharton led the innings superbly with 104, while Jake George added 74 and Joshua Wigginton scored a rapid
- [Weekend RoundUp - 23/24 May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-23-24-may/) - Preston First XI v Dunstable Town CC Preston First XI were beaten by 2 wickets away to Dunstable Town CC. Preston won the toss and elected to bat, but were bowled out for 158 in 44.4 overs. Omar Faleel’s unbeaten 39 was the top score, while Jacob Williamson made 36 and Edward Wharton added 29
- [Weekend RoundUp - 13/14th June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-13-14th-june/) - Preston First XI v Luton Town & Indians CC Preston First XI drew against Luton Town & Indians CC after a strong batting display. Luton Town & Indians won the toss and elected to field, but Preston posted 276/5 from their 60 overs. Young Australian overseas James Doherty led the innings superbly with 144, while
- [Weekend RoundUp - 30/31st May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-30-31st-may/) - Preston First XI v Hoddesdon CC Preston First XI produced an outstanding 2-wicket win against Hoddesdon CC. Chasing 320, Preston reached 322/8 in 48.4 overs, led by a magnificent unbeaten 152 from young Australian overseas James Doherty. Joshua Wigginton also made an excellent 63, while Jacob Williamson’s 38 helped keep the chase moving in the
- [Weekend Roundup Sept 6/7 - FINAL WEEKEND!!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-sept-6-7-final-weekend/) - PRESTON CC 1ST XI VS SHENLEY VILLAGE CC Preston 1s were at home in a must win game against Shenley Village CC, losing could seal their relegation from the Championship. With their backs against the wall, Preston lost the toss and were sent in to bat first. They began with a bang with young gun
- [Weekend Roundup Aug 30/31](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-30-31/) - PRESTON CC 1ST XI VS DUNSTABLE TOWN CC Dunstable Town won the toss and elected to field on a tricky wicket. The 1s had an off day with the bat and were bowled out for 69 in 23.4 overs. This was largely due to an incredible bowling spell by Dunstable Town opening bowler H. McBrearty
- [Weekend Roundup Aug 23/24](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-23-24/) - PRESTON CC 1ST XI VS REDBOURN CC The 1st XI won the toss and elected to field at home. Redbourn’s batting innings got off to a great start with E. Hales smashing 85 of 36 balls and T. Edrich scoring a patient 79 of 115 as Redbourn finished on 278/7 of their 50 overs. Ariful
- [Weekend Roundup Aug 16/17](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-16-17/) - PRESTON 1ST XI VS OLD OWENS CC A close game away for the 1s at Old Owens. Old Owens won the toss and elected to field. Preston, being sent in and were off to a shaky start but captain Ed Wharton held the innings together with a fighting 94 of 126 balls. A true captain’s knock
- [Weekend Roundup Aug 9/10](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-9-10/) - PRESTON CC 1ST XI VS BROXBOURNE CC Preston won the toss and batted first at home against Broxbourne in a timed game. Despite the loss of captain and opener Ed Wharton early on in the innings, Jack Morecroft (47 of 87 balls) and Josh Wigginton (44 of 29 balls) rebuilt the innings well. After they got
- [Weekend Roundup Aug 2/3](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-2-3/) - PRESTON WOMENS SQUAD V HITCHIN However, Sunday wasn’t too depressing for Preston, as the Preston Women's Squad won against Hitchin. Another excellent game and witnessed some brilliant cricket from both sides. The Preston women continue on their stellar and historic season. Many thank you to Hitchin CC for the game. PRESTON 1St XI Vs CHORLEYWOOD CC
- [Weekend Roundup - July 27/28](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-july-27-28-2/) - Preston First XI v Hemel Hempstead Town CC Another loss for the Preston First XI. Hemel won the toss and elected to bat and posted 233/5 of their 60 overs with a notable contribution from H. Ilangaratne, who scored 114 from 181 balls before being run out by Preston’s Omar Faleel. Skipper Ed Wharton took
- [Weekend Round-Up July 12/-3](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-july-12-3/) - Preston First XI v Hoddesdon CC An important win for a new-look first team! Preston 1st XI were away to Hoddesdon CC. Preston won the toss and batted first, posting 266 despite being bowled out in 59.2 overs. Youngster Eden Scott, in his second game for Preston, scored a fantastic 47, and Jack Stevens hit
- [Weekend Round-Up - June 28/29](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-28-29/) - Preston First XI v Dunstable Town CC Preston 1s hosted Dunstable Town CC. After Preston won the toss and chose to bowl in a timed game. On a hot day, the Preston spinners found success with Pete Murrell being the highlight of the 1st innings and took 5 – 57 of 16 overs. Despite Murrell’s
- [Weekend Round-Up June 22/23](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-22-23-2/) - Preston First XI v Redbourn CC Preston 1s hosted Redbourn in a high-scoring thriller. Opting to bat first, Preston posted a strong 321/9 in 60 overs, anchored by centuries from Jake George (116) and Josh Wiggington (117). Despite the mammoth total, Redbourn chased it down in just 48.2 overs, finishing on 323/4. Ed Hales starred
- [Weekend Round-Up June 14/15](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-14-15/) - Preston First XI v Old Owens CC Preston 1s welcomed Old Owens and elected to field first. The hosts piled on 314 for 4 in 56 overs, led by centuries from Nairn Guilbert with 124 not out and Ben Wells with 122. In reply, Preston fought hard with Edward Wharton scoring 82, Jake George 56,
- [Weekend Round-Up - June 7 / 8](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-7-8/) - Preston 4s vs Letchworth 5s Unfortunately, the Preston 1s, 2s and 3s’ matches were all halted by rain. However, the 4th team took away a quick and sublime victory against Letchworth Garden City’s 5th XI before the rain came down! Letchworth won the toss and elected to bat, but a collective bowling effort from Preston bowled them
- [Weekend Round-Up - May 31 / June 1](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-31-june-1/) - Preston First X1 v Chorleywood CC Preston 1st XI bounced back in style with a strong win over Chorleywood at The Recreation Ground. After winning the toss and electing to bat, the innings was anchored by overseas player Josh Wigginton, who struck a composed 68 off 74 balls, ably supported by Phil Simpson’s fluent 38
- [Weekend Round-up - May 24/25](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-24-25/) - Preston First X1 v Hemel Hempstead Town CC Hemel Hempstead Town hosted Preston 1s this week in a low-scoring thriller! Preston 1s won the toss and elected to bat. On a tricky wicket, Preston were bowled out for 126 in 39 overs, with Anthony Ender’s well-fought 36 being the stand-out knock in the first innings.
- [Weekend Round-Up - May 10/11](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-10-11/) - Opening Weekend Update May 10/11 Preston First X1 beat @hoddesdoncricketclub by 6 wickets in the Championship. An incredible season opener for Preston CC in the Championship as Preston take 25 points in an amazing run chase. Hoddeson finished on a massive 318 for 9 off the 50 overs - Curtis 155 and Arkinstall 99. Preston
- [Weekend Round-Up - May 17/18](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-17-18/) - Preston First X1 v Reed Back to earth with a bump after the herculean efforts of the week before. Reed opted to bowl first and soon proved to be a good decision. Both Preston openers Wharton and Morecroft were back in the pavilion quickly and only aussie Josh Wigginton made any real score making 33 before being bowled.
- [Welcome Josh Wiggington](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/welcome-josh-wiggington/) - 🇦🇺WELCOME JOSH WIGGINTON 🇦🇺 We would like to officially welcome Josh to the field of dreams this summer. Josh is the latest off our Australian conveyor belt… and takes his place as this years overseas. A teammate of fan favourite @calhendo_ made it an easy decision alround. Josh is from Queensland, where he has played
- [Garnham's 3rd XI Diary 16/8/14](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/garnhams-3rd-xi-diary-16814/) - Preston 3’s entertained their Hitchin counterparts on Saturday in an eagerly anticipated local derby – prior to the game, only one point separated the two teams. Again, Head Groundsman, Pete Bobbins had turned Hitchin Boys School in to a ‘field of dreams’ with the wicket looking in good shape after the recent rainfall. Skipper, Tom
- [Preston CC first Women's Tourno...!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-first-womens-tourno/) - Preston Women's Squad took part in their first indoor tournament. Squad Laura Ponder, Anna Wyse, Sophie Featherby, Cat Cattermole, Weronika Duffin, Katrina Goodman, Ruth Nye, Julie Buckland, Charlie Clark, Kate Sherwood Luke Ponder – Umpire/Scorer An odd split square sports hall with a dodgy green curtain separating two pitches, but nonetheless a good Sunday evening
- [Senior Winter Nets - NOW ON...!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/senior-winter-nets-now-on/) - The winter nets programme is now on with senior nets taking place at Kingshott School, Hitchin - 9.30am to 11am every Saturday. £5 per session.
- [Barry Smith - Tony Smith remembers..](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/barry-smith-tony-smith-remembers/) - BARRY SMITH ​It is with great sadness to hear the news that former player Barry Smith had passed away in Gosmore Nursing Home in early November; he had two spells with the Club broken by National Service between 1958 and 1975. ​Barry was a medium paced bowler, his armoury being prodigious away swings and a
- [Weekend Roundup Sept 7/8](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-sept-7-8/) - The final week of the 2024 Saracens Herts League season saw the Preston Firsts come second against Welwyn Garden City but a place in the Championship in 2025 was assured. Preston bowled first and took regular wickets preventing any of the WGC top order making any big runs. Welwyns Emerton was not out for 51
- [Weekend Roundup 31st Aug / 1st Sept](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-31st-aug-1st-sept/) - Preston First X1 had an absolute thriller at Hoddesdon CC that came down to last over in their second encounter in the Championship. The match swung towards both sides over its duration but in the final over Preston held their nerve and bowled with great control to see Preston win by 1 run and complete
- [Preston CC SIXES!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-sixes/) - August Bank Holiday Sunday saw Preston CC host its annual 6 a side day. A chance for the club to come together, let off some steam and involved friends and family. Winners 'Straya needed six runs off the last ball of the final game - and Farmer Clark biffed a six to take home the
- [Weekend Roundup - Aug 10/11th](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-10-11th/) - Preston vs St Albans Preston posted a solid 251/7 in their allotted 60 overs, with skipper Jake George anchoring the innings with a well-crafted 78. George shared a crucial 100-run partnership with Justin Powick, who contributed a composed 50. Jack Bermingham added late fireworks, smashing 40 off just 23 deliveries. In reply, Preston’s spinners dominated,
- [Weekend Roundup - Aug 17/18th](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-17-18th/) - An emphatic and commanding performance from start to finish saw Preston First X1 smash Dunstable CC in the Championship to win by a massive 215 runs. Preston elected to bat on winning the toss at Dunstable and were in a very destructive mood and left the Dunstable attack to scratch their heads. Batting at No
- [Weekend Roundup - Aug 3/4th](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-aug-3-4th/) - Preston First X1 went down by five wickets against Chorleywood CC in the Championship. Preston won the toss and elected to bat but were soon reeling as Wharton went very early and the home side found themselves 15-1. Stepping into the opening slot this week George Biggs steadied the ship for a while, making a
- [Weekend Roundup - July 27/28](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-july-27-28/) - A better week for the club. Preston couldn't winkle the last wicket in the local derby Championship clash on Saturday against Letchworth CC but came away with a dominant draw. Letchworth bowled first on their home wicket but Preston's opening pair of Wharton (68) and James Stevens (54) put on a stand of 93 before
- [Weekend Round-Up July 20/21](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-july-20-21/) - Preston Firsts lost against Broxbourne by 7 wickets in the Championship. Winning the toss Preston batted first and made a decent start with Wharton making a solid 53 supported by Faleel (26). Wickets fell all too regularly from there however with the middle order falling away. Preston were all out for 166. Broxbourne reached 167
- [Weekend Round-Up July 13/14](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-july-13-14/) - After last weeks rain, the club suffered heavy losses this weekend... But it was great to meet overseas Jack Bermingham's Mum Kate and little Brother Tom who are over in the UK for a few weeks. Tom donned the whites and biffed a 50 last Sunday. A future overseas player for the club hopefully... But,
- [Weekend Round-Up June 29/30](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-29-30/) - Preston First X1 were back to winning ways this weekend with a commanding 6 wicket win against Hoddesdon in the Championship. Hoddesdon won the all important toss and elected to take first knock on a decent Preston wicket. After a quickfire start the visitors were 67 off the first 10 overs. But the Hoddy top
- [Weekend Round-Up June 22/23](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-22-23/) - Preston First X1 lost against a strong Flitwick side in the Championship as the Otters won by 6 wickets. Preston were asked to bat first and constructed a decent innings with George Biggs (50) and Justin Powick (56) making solid starts but the inning closed on 221 all out in the 56th over. It was
- [Weekend Round-Up June 15/16](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-15-16/) - A total washout of a weekend in terms of Herts League Cricket. However,,, We were delighted to see Preston Womens X1 play in their inaugural match last Monday against Ickwell CC Women’s X1. An incredible match considering both teams have only been for about a month. Playing pairs format, some excellent skills were on show
- [Weekend Round-Up June 8/9](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-june-5-6/) - Preston enjoyed some excellent (and some not so excellent cricket) over the weekend but we must lead this week with two of our younger members who really played superbly in their Herts League Match. Oscar Welch hit his first (of we hope many) 50 of his senior career at the age of 13 for Preston
- [Weekend Roundup June 1/2](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-june-1-2/) - Preston Firsts put together another emphatic all round performance to defeat Chorleywood CC by six wickets in the Championship. Deciding to take the attack to Chorleywood, Preston's bowlers soon had Chorleywood under pressure as they saw regular wickets fall before any of the Chorleywood batsmen could gain any momentum with only Thoman (35) and Frais
- [The 2022 Cricket Season!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/the-2022-cricket-season/) - Preston Cricket Club is looking forward to the new 2022 cricket season. We’re very interested to hear from anyone looking to get involved for both our senior and junior clubs. Senior indoor winter nets start in Feb 2022 at Kingshott School, Hitchin. We also have nets arranged in London. We always warmly welcome new players
- [Cricket Reports...30 April / 1st May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-returns-30-april-1st-may/) - Competitive cricket returns as Preston CC First X1 fell just short of Harpenden CC in the national T20. Harpenden made 155/5 and in reply Preston finished on 139/7 with big Ed reaching 75. The PCC Second X1 won against old rivals Reed CC. The home side posted 196 off 45 and in reply Preston reached
- [Cricket Reports…7/8th May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports7-8th-may/) - The league season has returned with a Bang … some good, some not so good!! It was our Fourth X1 heroes - Andrew Hedges (making a welcome return - 68*) and young Robert Webb (19*) who stole the show. Both finishing off a nailbiter against Datchworth CC. Congrats to you both and brilliant to see….
- [Cricket Reports - 14/15th May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-14-15th-may/) - Grand Slam Weekend!! Preston CC recorded a clean sweep on Saturday 14th. First X1 beat Dunstable in the Championship by 72 runs Second X1 beat Leverstock Green by 93 runs Third X1 we’re conceded against by Reed CC Fourth X1 beat Redbourne by 8 wickets Sunday v Hexton was abandoned Due to weather All Junior
- [Cricket Reports - 21/22 May - Another Full House!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-21-22-may-another-full-house/) - Preston CC returned a full house of wins on Saturday 21st May - some amazing performances all round in all teams First X1 v Broxbourne CC - Won by 66 Runs Jake George batted superbly for a well deserved 100 and Big Ed crashing 29 to bring up 246/7 Preston Firsts restricted Broxbourne to 180/9.
- [Cricket Reports 28/29 May - Back to Earth with a Bump!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-28-29-may-back-to-earth-with-a-bump/) - The First came a close second v Shenley Village CC. Preston elected to bat on winning the toss but were all out for 228 in the 48th over. Phil Simpson 47, Ed Wharton 46 were the main run makers supported by Jack Morecroft with 24. Shenley won on the second to last ball, creeping over
- [Cricket Reports - 18/19 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-18-19-june/) - Preston 1's had a rain affected game v LT&I CC which was eventually abandoned claiming 10 points each. Preston batted first and reached 239 with Ed Wharton getting to 69. In reply LT&I were 72/1 before the rain did for the day. Preston 2's had an emphatic victory v Hertford 3's winning by 8 wickets.
- [Cricket Reports - 16/17 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-16-17-july/) - Preston First X1 draw against Dunstable. Dunstable won the toss and elected to bat and made 246/9 in 60 overs. The Dunstable innings was anchored by Marcus Connor making 78 and supported by Sam Cherry who made 61. In the heat Preston took their catches and restricted Dunstable well. Ed Wharton bowled a 16 over spell
- [Cricket Reports - 23/24 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-23-24-july/) - Preston First X1 v Broxbourne First X1 Broxbourne won the toss and elected to bowl and it looked like the tactic was a good one as Preston mustered an under-par 174 all out in the 53rd over. After a positive start by Preston opener Jimmy Stevens (41) it was the relentless pressure from Broxbourne's Conor Ridley
- [Cricket Reports - 30/31 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-30-31-july/) - Preston 1s v Sheney Village - Preston won by 3 wickets Bottom placed Preston 1XI took on 2nd placed Shenley Village in a must win clash for the side on Saturday. Losing the toss on another warm day, Preston took to the field knowing full well they would need to be at their best to
- [Cricket Reports - 6/7 August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-6-7-august/) - Preston ones lost to Hemel Hempstead by 5 wickets. Upon winning the toss Preston chose to bat, looking to build on last weekend's win. Preston managed a below par 175 before being bowled out in the 49th over. James Stevens scored a classy 66. Stevens return to form could be massive for Preston if they are
- [Cricket Reports - 13/14 August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-13-14-august/) - Preston First X1 Preston produced a season-defining performance on Saturday, comfortably beating league champions elect Old Owens. Upon losing the important toss, Preston were asked to field in the scorching conditions. Preston started fantastically with Casey Walker picking up the wicket of danger man Matt Plater to set the tone, restricting Owens to 42/1 off
- [Cricket Reports - 27/28 August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-27-28-august/) - Preston First X1 won a superb local derby with Hitchin CC by 6 wickets. Preston won the toss and elected to field bowling out Hitchin for 168 in 47 overs. Hitchin's Luke Day top scored for the visitors with 45. Preston opened with Ed Wharton (66) and Phil Simpson carried his bat for a sensible
- [Weekend Round-up May 25/26](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-may-25-26/) - What A Weekend - It's a clean sweep weekend and all four Preston Herts Leagues sides claimed victory on Saturday!! Preston First X1 beat Letchworth CC by 68 runs in 50/50 format in the Championship Division. Letchworth won the toss and inserted Preston to take first knock but Preston capitalised using all the 50 overs
- [Weekend Round-Up May 18/19](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-18-19/) - Preston 1st X1 unbelievably tied their game with old rivals Broxbourne in the Championship. Preston lost the toss and were inserted and built a competitive total of 242 all out in the 40th over. But it was Skipper Jake George with a vital and well made 51 and vice Captain Ed Wharton with a huge
- [Weekend Round-Up May 11/12](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-round-up-may-11-12/) - Preston 1s lost out by 82 runs in the Championship to Hemel Hempstead CC. Hemel's Penny (58), Ilangaratne (75), Ganley (82) and Pike (67) all made decent runs to help Hemel post 303/3 off their 50 overs. In reply, Wharton led the charge making 60 before he fell. Jack Stevens fought back (30) as did
- [2024 Winter Nets - BEGINNING 27th JAN - Kingshott School](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2024-winter-nets-beginning-27th-jan-kingshott-school/) - Preston CC Senior Winter Nets will begin on Saturday 27th Jan '24. ....then every Saturday (bar Easter). Located at Kingshott School. 9.30am to 11am. Looking forward to feeling the pain!
- [Alan Maylin](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/alan-maylin/) - Without doubt Alan Maylin will feature at the top of the list in any history of Preston Cricket, not only for his prowess on the field of play but for his transformation of the ground - from a basic unkempt facility to the much admired and beautiful setting that the club currently enjoys. Alan originally
- [Preston CC Pryder Cup Golf Day 2024...!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-pryder-cup-golf-day-2024/) - The United Seamers Association (USA) took on the Elderly, Unfit and Really Overweight Preston Executives (EUROPE) on Oct 14th. We were looked after superbly by www.mountpleasantgolf.co.uk who were very happy to accommodate us and fed and watered us excellently. The day witnessed some of the biggest centuries of the season which ultimately saw the USA
- [Weekend Roundup 26/27th August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-26-27th-august/) - Preston Firsts were ultimately a victim of the wet weather on Saturday having had Reed CC well and truly on the rack having bowled them out for 156. Preston's Ed Wharton claiming another season 5 wicket haul (5/29). But the rain become too much and the game in the end was regretfully abandoned with both sides
- [Weekend Roundup 19/20th August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-19-20th-august/) - Preston First's recorded a brilliant victory against close rivals St Albans in the Championship winning by 5 wickets. On winning the all important toss St Albans elected to bat with middle order Regan (62) and O'Toole (57) pushing the St Albans total to 230/6 off 50 overs. Dan Scholz being the pick of the Preston
- [Weekend Roundup 12/13th Aug](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-12-13th-aug/) - Dan Scholz stars in the Future Automation sponsored weekend. Dan hit an impressive 118 against Flitwick in the Championship despite rain playing a deciding hand in favour of Flitwick. Preston won the toss and took first knock posting 268/9 off 48 overs. Dan's 118 was supported by Skipper Jake George making 63. Due to rain
- [Weekend Roundup 29/30th July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-29-30th-july/) - Another mixed bag this weekend regretfully not helped by weak availability and the weather experienced during the week. Preston First X1 suffered a heavy defeat at the hands of a strong, league leading Shenley in the Champ. The visitors won the toss and elected to bowl first proving to be a strong move. Preston were
- [Weekend Roundup 15/16 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-15-16-july/) - In an eventful clash between Preston 1's and Hemel Hempstead, players experienced all four seasons in a single day. Preston's visiting team won the toss and chose to bat first. They made a solid start, reaching 56 runs without losing any wickets in the first 14 overs before rain interrupted play. After the rain delay,
- [Weekend Roundup 8/9 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-8-9-july/) - Preston 1’s, after winning the toss, opted to field first against the hosts Broxbourne, anticipating the impending rain. The opening bowlers, Dan Scholz and Ed Wharton, put immense pressure on Broxbourne, reducing them to 35/3 before the rain interrupted play. When the game resumed, Broxbourne's dangerous batsman George Davis aggressively took charge, scoring a quick
- [Weekend Roundup 1/2 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-1-2-july/) - Ed Wharton – record breaker! Preston Cricket Club witnessed a stunning performance as they clinched a 177-run victory over Dunstable, propelling them to the fifth position in the Championship. The match will forever be remembered for Ed Wharton's exceptional display, stealing the headlines with a record-breaking bowling performance. In challenging conditions following a day of
- [Weekend Roundup 24/25 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-june-24-25/) - 🚨 ‼️ Weekend Roundup 24/25 June ‼️ 🚨 Phew what a scorcher.. ☀️ ☀️ ☀️!! ✅ Preston were out and out winners on Saturday; chalking up a strong 155 run win over Reed CC. @_scholzy__ 💯 @simpsonphil1990 💯 @maxando18 5for Strong display from the 1s this week as @reedcricketclub found the going tough on what
- [Weekend Roundup 3/4 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-3-4-june/) - 🚨 Weekend Round-Up 3/4 June 🚨 Preston 1s came unstuck against @redbourncc in the Championship despite a superb 100 from James Stevens (105). Posting 208 all out in the 47th over Redbourn got over the line to win by 4 wickets with Ed Hales smashing a 51 ball 102. Preston 2s won an excellent game
- [Weekend Roundup May 27/28](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-may-27-28/) - Preston Firsts went down by 97 runs against Shenley in the Championship of the Herts League. Taking first knock on winning the toss, Shenley's Thurston rode some luck in the early part of what was to be a match winning and composed knock of 142 off 135 deliveries. Shenley made 283/7, despite some excellent bowling
- [Weekend Roundup 20/21 May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-20-21-may/) - Preston Cricket Club First X1 showcased their dominance as they secured a commanding 95-run win over Hoddesdon in a thrilling encounter. Opting to bat first after losing the toss, Preston's batsmen came out with a fiery determination, leaving Hoddesdon struggling to contain the onslaught. Openers James Stevens and Ed Wharton set the tone with a
- [Weekend Roundup 13/14 May](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-roundup-13-14-may/) - Hemel Hempstead Clinch Championship Opener Against Preston Kicking off the cricket Championship season, Hemel Hempstead narrowly triumphed over Preston, winning by 7 runs. Batting first in challenging conditions, Hemel Hempstead posted 199/9 in their 50 overs, with captain Hemish Ilangaratne (43) leading the charge. Preston's new Austrailian signing Daniel Scholz (3/34) and veteran Peter Murrell (3/20),
- [Preston CC welcomes Dan Scholz!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-welcomes-dan-scholz/) - Preston CC is delighted to welcome Dan Scholz as our 2023 overseas player. Dan will be arriving next week leaving behind the hot weather, beautiful beaches and hard decks of Australia. Dan joins us from Richmond Cricket Club in Melbourne where has has recently enjoyed a successful season. Dan is a talented top order batsman
- [Gerald Billingham](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/gerald-billingham/) - Gerald and Maureen Billingham's daughter, Helen, contacted the club a few days ago to pass on the very sad news that Gerry had passed away on Boxing Day at the age of 93 in Baldock with his lovely family by his side. Gerry was a massive part of Preston CC across many years and Maureen
- [Cricket Reports - 20/21 August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-20-21-august/) - Preston First X1 emphatically beat Luton Town and Indians CC. LT&I were 88 all out in the 28th over and Preston were two down chasing to win by 8 wickets. Jack Stevens claiming 4/36. Preston Second X1 beat Hertford for the second time. Hertford won the toss and elected to field but saw Preston rack
- [Cricket Reports - 9/10 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-9-10-july/) - Preston 1's lose to Reed in a run fest. Reed made 296 all out in 50 overs. Phil Simpson and Pete Murrel claiming 4 wickets each and Ed Wharton took the game back to Reed with a great knock of 114. But it wasn't enough as Preston fell short on 262 all out in the
- [Cricket Reports - 2/3 July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-2-3-july/) - Another succesful weekend across the club The First X1 regretfully came unstuck in a close game v Flitwick CC who won by 2 wickets Preston 243/9 in 60 overs. Phil Simpson posting 57 and Jack Stevens 53 and Peter Murrell 42. Flitwick CC reached 245/8 with Walker claiming 4/75 but it wasn't enough to stop
- [Cricket Reports - 25/26 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-25-26-june/) - A disappointing game for Preston v local friends Hitchin. Hitchin won the important toss and elected to bat reaching 248/8 in 60 overs. Muzza and Skipper Anderson claiming 3 wickets each. But a below par batting performance let the side down with only Ed (21) reaching double figures. Hitchin's danger men of Khalid and Howells
- [Cricket Reports - 11/12 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-11-12-june/) - Preston Firsts went down by 8 wickets against Old Owens. Preston Seconds went down by 5 wickets at the hands of Northampton Exiles. Better news as Preston Thirds won by 106 runs against London Colney CC. Preston won the toss and batted reaching 208/7 with new joiner Amit Rajani leading the charge with 55. London
- [Cricket Reports 4/5 June - 50% week](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-reports-4-5-june-50-week/) - Preston First X1 secured a huge and important win over Hemel Hempstead in the Championship League. Preston won the toss and elected to bat and made 212/9 off 45 overs (restricted due to weather). In form Simpson made 58 and Mercer made an all important 53 with important contributions from Murrell and Jack Stevens. In
- [Welcome Back Ed Wharton](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/welcome-back-ed-wharton/) - Ed Wharton returns to Preston CC for the forthcoming 2022 season. A member of the Senior Herts County Squad and the leading wicket taker in the Herts Premier League. Welcome back Ed.
- [Junior Cricket 2022](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/junior-cricket-2022/) - Preston Cricket Club will once again be hosting ECB Dynamos for boys and girls aged 8-11 years. Please contact us via the website if you’re interested in signing up. ECB Dynamos will run from beginning of May until Mid July on Sunday mornings. More details will follow….. We will also be fielding an U9’s squad,
- [2022 Season starts here…..!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2022-season-starts-here/) - Winter Indoor Nets begin Sat 5th February at Kingshott School in Hitchin. 10am. £5 (U18’s free) - Mixed sessions of 1 / 2hrs all the way up to April. We also have London based nets at The Oval, for those who may work in London and may find it easier. Preston Cricket Club is always
- [Club Golf Day](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club-golf-day/) - Thanks to Pete Gooden for arranging a brilliant Golf Day in the autumn sunshine at Chesfield Downs Golf Club. Some shocking golf on display but also some touches of genius…. Golf was well and truly the winner….!And a highly enjoyable de-brief at The Red Lion afterwards. Here’s to the next one…!
- [Awards Evening 2021](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/awards-evening-2021/) - A sensational evening was had by the club at the Awards Dinner 2021. Held at Lucas Lane and attended by nearly 100 players, friends and families of the club. We even managed to beam in 2021 overseas player Callum Henderson from Australia. Hosted by Andy Riant, the evening pretty much covered everything over the last
- [Sunday 29th…Preston CC Club Day…!!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/sunday-29thpreston-cc-club-day/) - A very excellent club day was held on August 29th… Congratulations and many thanks to everyone who played and the committee that managed the organisation of the event. Our massive thanks also to Alun, Esther and Ollie and the Future Automation team and to Matt Hill for all their help and kind support this weekend.
- [Aug 21/22 - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/aug-21-22-roundup/) - ⚠️YOUR HEADLINES ⚠️ 1️⃣ Outstanding Preston 1's retain Championship Spot For 2022 2️⃣ Still champions 3️⃣ Cut down Bushy as promotion looms... 4️⃣ 4's enjoyed a pint or 8 🔈 An outstanding team performance from Preston saw them record a vital win against Shenley, securing their place in Championship with two games remaining. In the
- [Aug 14/15 - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/aug-14-15-roundup/) - 🏆 Preston 2's Crowned Champions 🏆 This weekend, with still 3 games to go, saw Preston Second XI secure double promotion taking them back to Division 5a. It's been a phenomenal effort from all players involved so far, with 12 wins out of 15. And out of those 12 they've managed to reduce the oppo
- [7/8 Aug - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/7-8-aug-roundup/) - Preston’s 2nd XI managed to dodge any significant rainfall on Saturday to record their twelfth victory of the season against second place Berkhamsted 2nds. On losing the toss (again) Preston were asked to have a first knock on a green looking surface and with the very real threat of rain all around. It soon looked
- [31 July / 1st Aug - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/31-july-1st-aug-roundup/) - You Ripper! Callum Henderson destroys Dunstable… Callum Henderson bagged five wickets as Preston's charge away from the relegation places in the Herts Cricket League Championship continued with a win over Dunstable. Asked to field first, Preston got off to the strongest start possible as their Australian bowler ripped through the Dunstable top order with pace and
- [24/25 July - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/24-25-july-roundup/) - Weekend Review in partnership with Future Automation This weekend we were excited to welcome our partners at @futureautomation up to the field of dreams to host our home tie against Flitwick. Saturday 1st XI v Flitwick CC 1’s - Lost by 4 wickets Preston started fantastically, with an opening stand of 111 from Jake George
- [17/18 July - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/17-18-july-roundup/) - WEEKEND REVIEW A magnificent James Stevens 93 helped Preston record a 68 run win over Langleybury. In an important bottom of the table clash, Preston were asked to bat first. It looked to be a good decision from Langleybury as Jake George and Phil Simpson fell quickly leaving Preston 4-2. However, James Stevens and George
- [10/11 July - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/10-11-july-roundup/) - This weekends cricket came second as we remembered our great friend and Club Chairman Paul Constantinidi, after a courageous fight against illness. All game’s were played with a smile and a laugh, as Paul would have wanted. Preston 1XI lost to Hemel Hempstead by 34 runs 2nd XI won by 126 runs against Old Cholmeleians
- [Paul Constantinidi](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/paul-constantinidi/) - It is with deep sadness and with heavy hearts that we share the news that our great friend and PCC Club Chairman Paul Constantinidi passed away this week after a courageous fight against illness. Gambo was larger than life and was very close to us all. He will be missed so much. He led the
- [3/4 July - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3-4-july-roundup/) - Weekend Wrap Up *Preston take bragging rights in derby win* Saturday 1st XI v Letchworth CC - won by 139 runs *Sponsored By Red Lion* A James Stevens century (106) set up an outstanding victory over our Championship rivals. Preston posted 271/5 off their 60 overs as Callum Henderson (47), Jake George (38) and George
- [Bob Welch](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/bob-welch/) - It is with much sadness to report that Bob Welch, a hugely supportive and valued Honorary Life Member of Preston Cricket Club passed away. Bob was a keen follower of the club from his home adjacent to the ground, or the 'meadow' as Bob called it, and he managed a great deal of the clubs
- [19/20 June - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/19-20-june-roundup/) - WEEKEND WRAP UP Exit in the Village cup but 2's stay top Preston's run the in National Village Cup came to an end with defeat to Foxton. After winning the ever so important toss, Foxton elected to bowl to first. Preston were put under pressure from the start and found themselves at 33/3 inside 10
- [12/13 June - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/12-13-june-roundup/) - 2’s and 3’s return to winning ways SATURDAY 1st XI V Luton Town Indians 1’s - draw (Timed Game) A Callum Henderson 5fer (5-68) couldn’t stop Luton posting 300 thanks to a 122 from 85 balls by overseas Trunkwala. In ruturn James Stevens (56) continued to look in fine form. However, it was Trunkwala
- [5/6 June - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/5-6-june-roundup/) - Murrell and Biggs star as Preston set up national round debut with victory over Knebworth Park by thecricketer | Jun 9, 2021 Scorecard Preston reached the national round of the Voneus Village Cup for the first time in their history thanks to a six-wicket win over Knebworth Park in the Bedfordshire & Hertfordshire regional final,
- [28/29 May - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/28-29-may-roundup/) - Preston Dunstable Thiller / Gallimore ton keeps 2's top / Chris Harper 50 Saturday 1st XI V Dunstable CC - Match Tied Preston and Dunstable played out a thriller as their match ended in a tie. Preston posted 158 thanks to 20's Jack Morecroft, Ben Hill, Callum Henderson & Max Anderson. A team bowling performance
- [22/23 May - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/22-23-may-roundup/) - Weekend Wrap Up - PRESTON Reach Regional Final Preston overcame Sawbridgeworth and the weather to reach the Herts & Bed regional final of the National Village Cup, which will see them face Knebworth on June 6th. On a cold, grey, murky day, Preston won the toss and decided to make the most of the conditions
- [15/16 May - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/15-16-may-roundup/) - A rainy weekend was brightened up by outstanding performances from our 2's and 4's. The 2's promotion push continues at pace, but youngster Jacob Williamson stole the show in the 4's nail-biting win. - ⛈ Saturday 1st XI Vrs Langleybury CC - Wash Out - Saturday 2nd XI Vrs Hemel Hempstead 3's CC - Won
- [8/9 May - Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/8-9-may-roundup/) - WOW, what a difference 24 hours can make. From a wintery league start on Saturday to a scramble for the sun lotion on Sunday. We start the weekend wrap in reverse this week as the main headline was an outstanding team performance that saw Preston beat 2017 & 19 winners, Reed, in The National Village
- [24/25 April - Weekend Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/24-25-april-weekend-roundup/) - We continued our preparation for the new season with friendly's against local rivals Ickleford & Hitchin, whilst the Sunday 1's started their journey to lords in National Villiage Cup against Sharnbrook & Bromham CC. ❌ 1st XI - A mixed 11 were second best to ICKLEFORD, who deservedly won by 18 RUNS. Max Anderson &
- [1/2 May - Weekend Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1-2-may-weekend-roundup/) - The last weekend before the league season begins saw a weekend of all sorts - the return of Pyjama cricket, runs fests, bowling PB’s and a painful dislocated knee. ❌ 1st XI - Participated in the Herts T20 season opener for the first time. Drawn against local friends Letchworth in our first game, it was
- [Round 1 NVC - Preston defeat Sharnbrook & Bromham CC](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/round-1-nvc-preston-defeat-sharnbrook-bromham-cc/) - Preston’s Village Cup campaign started with a long trip to frosty Sharnbrook & Bromham CC. Skipper Pete Murrell won the toss and stuck the home side in and was rewarded by his opening combo of Ollie Gallimore and Casey Walker boring the hosts into submission with a miserly opening spell of 40 off 16 overs.
- [Preston Cricket Club welcomes Hendo!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cricket-club-welcomes-hendo/) - Preston Cricket Club is very pleased to welcome Callum Henderson for the 2021 season! Callum or 'Hendo' is 23 and travels to us from Brisbane, QLD Australia and plays for the University of Queensland CC in the First grade squads. Callum is a 6ft 3 right arm quick and bats lower-middle order. Having completed his
- [Preston Cricket Club 2021 Season](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cricket-club-2021-season/) - Preston Cricket Club 2021 Season The club is very much hoping to look forward to a full cricket season in 2021. The season kicks off with pre-season friendlies against friends Redbourn CC on Sunday 18th April , Ickleford CC Saturday 24th April and Baldock CC Saturday 1st May. Preston will once again field four Saturday
- [Match Reports - July 18th / 19th - A Momentous Weekend...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/match-reports-july-18th-19th-a-momentous-weekend/) - Preston First X1 beat Shenley CC in first weekend of Covid Championship Season 2020 Preston 1st XI began their Covid-19 Championship season away to Shenley Village on Saturday, marking their debut in the new league with 71 run win. Upon winning the toss on a good-looking deck, - skipper Max Anderson unsurprisingly elected to bat
- [Resumption of Cricket - COVID 2020](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/resumption-of-cricket-covid-2020/) - Dear All A message from your PCC management committee re resumption of cricket We know you are all looking forward to playing cricket again now that the government have given the go-ahead. Callum has done a fantastic job with the ground during lockdown and it has never looked in better condition. There is still a lot
- [Covid-19 Herts League update - June 22nd](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/covid-19-herts-league-update-june-22nd/) - ECB The latest ECB Covid-19 update was issued, along with a specific press release on 19 June, the day the Leagues executive committee held its latest zoom meeting. Links to both are available on the website. The press release itself strikes a more optimistic tone and, through our own and other leagues’ suggestions and support
- [Huge thanks to John Jeffers...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/huge-thanks-to-john-jeffers/) - A little bit about one of Preston's loyal of supporters over recent seasons and regular face at predominately First X1 matches. John has very kindly assisted us and enabled us to get the new Championship kit created. A little bit from John..... "Just a little quiz for starters! Can you identify the trouble maker in
- [ECB Dynamo's Cricket 2020!!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/ecb-dynamos-cricket-2020/) - Preston Cricket Clib will be running the ECB's new junior cricket initiative Dynamos Cricket in 2020. Following a fantastic summer of cricket and with more than 67,000 children taking part in All Stars Cricket, the ECB are launching Dynamos Cricket, an exciting new programme for 8-11 year olds. Preston's Dynamos Programme will run from Sun
- [2020 Announcements](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2020-announcements/) - After the successful AGM held on Feb 14th, the Committee announced the following... Saturday First X1 Captain - Max Anderson Vice Captain / Match Managers - Jack Morecroft, Jack Stevens, George Biggs Saturday 2nd X1 Captain - David Fleckney Vice Captain - Mark Waters Saturday 3rd X1 Captain - Iain Purton Vice Captain - James
- [John Gray - Funeral](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/john-gray-funeral/) - The funeral service for John Gray will take place at St Ippolyts Church, St Ippolyts, Herts on Wednesday 19th February 2020 at 11.00am. All are welcome. This will be followed by a private family cremation at North Herts Crematorium. The Gray family would like to welcome everyone to join them at The Canary Club, Hitchin Town Football
- [2020 Winter Nets start - Start Sat Feb 1st 10am - Kingshott School](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2020-winter-nets-start-start-sat-feb-1st-10am-kingshott-school/) - Preston CC start to ramp up for the new season with Hitchin-based Winter Nets.... Winter Net dates - Kingshott School, St Ippolyts 10-11AM FEB - Saturdays 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd MARCH - Saturdays 7th, 28th APRIL - Saturdays 4th, 11th And 6-Nations Rugby start this weekend too... Please bring along to nets £3 for your
- [John Gray passes away...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/john-gray-passes-away/) - JOHN GRAY - by Tony Smith So sad to hear about the sad passing of John Gray, although my visits to Top Field are very infrequent these days he was always in position to greet & trying to sell tickets for Hitchin Town. What is not widely known was his involvement with Preston Cricket Club
- [Big Ant Got Married.....](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/big-ant-got-married/) - Massive congratulations to Big Ant Ender and the lovely Sophie on their marriage. Big Ant's been part of the Preston CC family since he an early age and despite moving down to Chichester in Sussex a few years ago; he's been a regular visitor, supporter, part-time player and life-long friend. Several from the club enjoyed
- [Cricket Round Up - Preston 1st X1 v Ickleford CC - Secure PROMOTION in nailbiting derby! 31st August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-1st-x1-v-ickleford-cc-secure-promotion/) - Preston 1X1 v Ickleford 1X1 - Saturday August 31st Once again on the last weekend of August Preston 1XI secured a new home for the first weekend of May. Back to back. Back to back nail-biters. Back to back penultimate weekends. Back to back promotions. Following their heartbreak last week, Preston 1XI completed their second
- [Lad's are incensed there's no Tour again...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/lads-incensed-theres-no-tour-again/) - Preston CC Tour Fancy Dress Committee had their noses bent out of joint once again this year due to that no-one has volunteered to organise cricket tour - for a second year running. Quite what they will do with unwashed Borat outfits, Jane Fonda leotards, agricultural jockstraps, suits of armour and Go Compare opera suits
- [Annual Awards Dinner - Friday 11th October - The Sun Hotel](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/annual-awards-dinner-friday-11th-october-the-sun-hotel/) - This years celebratory dinner and awards will be once again held at The Sun Hotel, Hitchin Friday 11th October Three courses 7PM prompt £30 per ticket Please contact Lisa and David Fleckney for tickets soonest please.... Please don't take him hooooooooommmmmmmeeeeeeeeeeeeee!
- [Cricket Round Up Preston 1's slip up v Kings Langley - 24th August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-1s-slip-up-v-kings-langley-24th-august/) - Preston v Kings Langley, 24th August Preston 1XI suffered their second 1 wicket loss of the season in a sensationally topsy turvy clash away to Kings Langley on Saturday. With promotion on the line, Preston just weren’t good enough on the day and full credit has to go to an under strength, relegation-threatened Kings Langley
- [Cricket Round Up - Preston 3X1 v Hoddesdon 3X1- 31st August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-3x1-v-hoddesdon-3x1-31st-august/) - Preston 3rd XI v Hoddesdon 3rd XI – Saturday 31 August Preston 3s lost by 7 wickets to Hoddesdon at the village ground at Roydon, Essex. The 7 points gained in defeat were enough, given results elsewhere, to ensure the side’s 2020 fixtures will be once again in Division 9B - relegation avoided with a
- [Cricket Round Up - Preston 1st X1 v Langleybury 1st X1 - 7th Sept](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-1st-x1-v-langleybury-1st-x1-7th-sept/) - Preston 1st X1 v Langleybury 1st X1 in Div 1 title decider... Preston 1XI finished their 2019 season with a disappointing 9 wicket loss away to Langleybury, relinquishing the league title in the process, having led for 14 weeks straight. For a lot of the side it felt like a game too far in the
- [Cricket Round Up - 6th July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-update-6th-july/) - 1s chalk up first loss of 2019, 2s have day to forget but 3s and 4s fly the flag! Preston 1st XI v Langleybury, SHCL Div 1 At the half-way point in the season current Div 1 league leaders Preston CC welcomed the team close behind in second place, Langleybury CC. With Preston stumbling with
- [90 Point Slam Weekend - Cricket Round-Up 10th-11th August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-round-up-10th-11th-august/) - With the 4 th XI enjoying a week off, the forecasts of 50mph winds for Saturday were not mistaken as all three Preston sides blew through their opponents to make it a full house of 90 points for the club. Preston 1 st X v Broxbourne, SHCL Div 1 Saracens Herts League Division 1 leaders
- [Cricket Round-Up 17th-18th August](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2676-2/) - Match reports for Saturday 17th August 2019: 4s crowned champions, another Garnham ton, 9-man seconds thrash Old Cholms, and the 1st XI continue their remarkable winning streak. Preston 1st XI v Knebworth Park 1st XI, SHCL Div 1 Preston continued their impressive season with a comprehensive 6 wicket win against Knebworth Park to keep them
- [Junior Cricket Reports 3rd June ....](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/junior-cricket-reports-3rd-june/) - Preston CC U-12's victorious v Hitchin CC There was a nail biting finish at a revamped Lucas Lane where the Preston U12s took on Hitchin, winning by 4 runs. Having not played for three weeks, the batting was a little rusty with only Nid 11, Xander 15 and Harry Cat 26* making double figures. Harry
- [Victorious Preston CC U-11 v Ickleford CC 5th June 19](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/victorious-preston-cc-u-11-v-ickleford-cc-5th-june-19/) - An excellent all round performance this evening from a six man Preston U11 team against the seven of local rivals Ickleford. Preston bowled and fielded well to restrict Ickleford to 239-10 off 14 overs, wickets to Addison 3-18, Lucian 1-30 and Rishabh 3-18. Daniel (3 overs for 9) and Noah (2 overs for 6) bowled
- [Grand Slam Weekend - 120 POINTER !](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/grand-slam-weekend-120-pointer/) - Preston v Harpenden 2nds, SHCL Div 1 - 1st June 2019 Preston took their talents back home this week to host a strong Harpenden 2XI, a mainstay of Saracens Herts League Division One in recent years. In another seesaw hundred overs, it was once again Preston’s multi-faceted bowling attack that delivered a well - deserved
- [Cricket Round-Up - 8th June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-1st-x1-v-broxbourne-1st-x1-8th-june/) - Preston 1st X1 v Broxbourne 1st X1 Preston dodged the rain on Saturday to travel to Broxbourne in what was to be a hard fought game with an excellent Broxbourne side who were also sitting near the top of Div 1. Preston put together another solid performance in all departments to secure victory by 37
- [Cricket Round up - June 15th](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-round-up-june-15th/) - Match reports from 15th June 2019 Preston 1st XI v Knebworth Park, SHCL Div 1 Preston reached the summit of Saracens Hertfordshire Division One on Saturday despite being nowhere near their best, during a hard fought, low scoring game in the rain away at Knebworth Park. Preston elected to bat at the toss on what
- [Nic Barkley Passes Away](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club-vp-and-ex-coach-nic-barkley-passes-away/) - With great sadness we heard that Nic Barkley passed away last week. Nic was a VP of Preston CC but also one of Junior Coaches for many years; involved with early age cricket coaching. Nic was a close friend to many of us involved with club - both past and present. He was an all-round
- [Junior Round-Up 28th June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/junior-round-up-28th-june/) - Preston CC v Weston CC An excellent batting and bowling performance tonight from the unbeaten U11 8 a side team on a cold, gloomy evening. A good mix of sound defence and regular boundaries saw Preston put on 308-4, Robert/Noah adding 29, Daniel/Addison 20, Rishabh/Harry 34 and Calum/Harry/Rishabh 22. Weston reached 239-6 in reply, wickets
- [Cricket Round-Up 21st June - Another GRAND SLAM WEEKEND!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-round-up-21st-june-another-grand-slam-weekend/) - All four Preston teams won in the Herts league on Saturday, bringing home 120 points for the second occasion in the 2019 season: Preston v Kings Langley, SHCL Div 1 Preston 1st XI affirmed their credentials as Herts Saracens Division One league leaders on Saturday, on the back of a lethiferous spell of
- [Junior Cricket Round-Up](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/junior-cricket-round-up/) - Preston u-12's v Ickleford u-12's After a gruelling schedule of four games in the last five weekday evenings, the U12 league season came to a conclusion against league champions Ickleford. The lads were really up for this one and had learned from the defeat against the same team earlier this week. Joint captains Harry and
- [ANOTHER GRAND SLAM !!! June 29th](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/another-grand-slam-june-29th/) - Successive Grand Slam 120 point Chairman’s Jug Saturdays for Preston! Preston 1st XI v Ickleford Preston made it seven wins in a row on Saturday, triumphing by 9 wickets against their local rivals Ickleford, in a clinical all round team performance. With the temperature rising steadily upon arrival at Ickleford, the coin toss took on
- [Cricket Week 2019](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-week-2019/) - Preston will once agin be hosting their popular cricket week Tuesday 20th Aug v Letchworth CC - 2pm start Wednesday 21st Aug v Flitwick CC - 11am start Thursday 22nd Aug v Malcontents CC - 11 am start Friday 23rd Aug v The President's X1 - 2pm start All players please try and support the
- [Cricket Round-Up 20th July](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-round-up-20th-july/) - Match reports for Saturday 20th and Sunday 21st July 2019. Preston 1st XI v Old Albanians, Div 1 Preston 1st XI completed their first double of the season away to Old Albanians on Saturday in a hard fought victory, on a rain affected pitch, thanks to 5 wickets from Peter Murrell and a superb 54*
- [Cricket Round-Up Aug 3/4](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/cricket-round-up-aug-3-4/) - Preston 1st XI v Harpenden 2nd XI, SHCL Div 1 Following the previous weekend’s rain affected matches in Saracens Hertfordshire Division One, leaders Preston were eager to get back on the park, away to Harpenden 2nd XI. And despite some evident rustiness from several members of the side, they came away with an important 4
- [Preston u-15's v Old Albanian u-15's](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2599-2/) - Preston u-15 v Old Albanians u-15 The under 15s finally got a game in, Being inserted on a very wet wicket, we lost Gabe early on, Olly then came in and the field retreated to the boundary, a couple of boundaries followed before he returned to the hutch. Joe and Adam started a partnership before
- [Flourishing Preston CC ready for the new season - The Comet](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2540-2/) - Some clubs may be forced to reduce the number of teams they run due to lack of availability but that is not the case down at Preston Cricket Club.
- [17th May: U11 v Weston](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/u-11-v-weston-17th-may-19/) - The Preston U11 8-a-side team played their first game on Thursday at Weston and despite only fielding 6 players, ran out comfortable winners against the 8 Weston players. Preston's bowling restricted Weston to 209-7 off 16 overs with wickets shared, Daniel 3-4, Rob 1-2, Harry 1-5 and impressive debuts from Rishabh 1-3, Addison 1-9 and
- [16 May: U15's v Redbourne CC](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/u-15s-v-redbourne-cc-16-may-19/) - The U15’s finally got their season off and running A v an impressive Redbourn on Wednesday night. Losing the toss Preston were asked to bat first and quickly lost Adam and Luke bowled by the rapid Oriel. Olly briefly threatened with a couple of boundaries and a six before being bowled by the other opener
- [25 May Match Reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/match-reports-25-may/) - The weekend saw Preston make the short trip to their fellow newly promoted local rivals, Hitchin; leaving with the full allocation of 30 points and bragging rights until the return fixture. After a somnambulistic warm-up, Max Anderson made it back-to-back successes with the coin and promptly instructed Lewis Balcombe and James Stevens to get their
- [Regional Village Cup Final Confirmed....](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/regional-village-cup-final-confirmed/) - Village Cup update: Regional Final confirmed - Reed v Preston at Reed, Sunday 9th June 1pm Also Muzza made the 3rd Round honours board on the Cricketer magazine Village Cup website NATIONALVILLAGECUP.COM The Cricketer Village Cup 2019 Roll of Honour | National Village Cup The Cricketer Village Cup 2019 Roll of Honour by thecricketer
- [Firsts slip, but Twos renaissance continues](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-slip-but-twos-renaissance-continues/) - Match reports for Sat 11th Aug 2018. Preston 1st XI v St Albans, SHCL Div 2A On a week when the rain finally fell, Preston 1st XI made the short drive across to St Albans to be hosted at Clarence Park. A green tinged pitch with some dampness around meant Preston flirted with the idea
- [Firsts promoted!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-promoted/) - Match reports from last week and Saturday 25th August 2018 Preston v Berkhamsted, SHCL Div 2A Preston secured the 30 points they needed to gain promotion to Division 1 thanks to a superb 95 run victory against Berkhamsted, a result which sees them move divisions for the first time in 19 years. Winning the toss
- [2019 Season Preparations & Winter Nets](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2019-season-preparations-winter-nets/) - 2019 looms and the club is very much looking forward to the 2019 season. Another tough season awaits no doubt but we will once again be fielding four Saturday teams in the Saracens Herts League across Div 1, Div 6, Div 9 and Regional Div B East; our First X1 having gained promotion last year.
- [Twin centuries for Lewis Balcombe and a first club 100 for Swampy](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twin-centuries-for-lewis-balcombe-and-a-first-club-100-for-swampy/) - Preston’s Australian star Lewis Balcombe achieved the rare feat of twin centuries at the weekend, making 114 in the Herts league on Saturday and 100 not out in the Beds league on Sunday. With Iain Purton making his first ton for the club in the Sunday twos, it was mostly a great weekend for the
- [1sts march on, and welcome wins for the 2s and 4s](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-march-on-and-welcome-wins-for-the-2s-and-4s/) - Match reports for Sat 28th July 2018 Preston 1st XI v Northwood, SHCL Div 2A Preston continued on their winning way and remain top of Saracens Herts League Div 2A thanks to a comfortable 73 run victory over Northwood. After losing the toss Preston were surprised to be asked to bat first on a green
- [1sts keep top spot with excellent performance](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-keep-top-spot-with-excellent-performance/) - Match reports for Sat 21st July 2018 Preston v Abbots Langley, SHCL Div 2A Preston hosted Abbots Langley having already won their first encounter in an exciting, tight game in the first half of the season. The sun was again beating down as the UK's heatwave continues unabated; this was an important toss for both
- [4's v Tewin](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4s-v-tewin/) - The team traveled to Tewin in search of a much needed win with the threat of relegation beginning to loom. Biggs (19) and Maxwell (39) batted patiently against the opening attack and were set to reap the rewards of the bowling changes when Biggs had to retire injured after one quick single too many. Maxwell,
- [4th's v Harpenden - 50 for Macca but fall short](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4ths-v-harpenden/) - Despite Preston 4s bowling the opposition out for only the second time this season and posting their highest total of the season, it wasn't enough to see off a Harpenden side that reached 231 all out from 36 overs. Highlights in the bowling department were a fine 8-0-43-3 from Tom Maxwell and 5-1-39-4 for David
- [4ths v Ware](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4ths-v-ware/) - The 4th team hosted Ware at Whitwell with both sides looking for a much needed win. Skipper Dave Saunders, confident in his stonger than usual batting and bowling lineup, put the opposition in on a parched Whitwell track, struggling in the on-going drought conditions. Ware had no problems though as the openers put on 55
- [Alex Williamson's Maiden 50!!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/alex-williamsons-maiden-50/) - Debut 50 for Alex! With the first team in action at Cople there was a rare outing for the Sunday 2's at home to Kings Cross Hookers, a travelling side made up of East Coast railwaymen. Fortunately they opted to drive and arrived on time to win the toss and bat first. Sporting four Biggs'
- [1sts back to winning ways, and Kayos is King for a day](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-back-to-winning-ways-and-kayos-is-king-for-a-day/) - Match reports for Sat 7th and Sunday 8th July 2018. Preston 1st XI v Totteridge Millhillians 2nd XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston got straight back to winning ways thanks to a thumping 9 wicket victory over Totteridge Millhillians 2’s in Herts Division 2A. Not surprisingly Preston were asked to bowl first on another scorching day,
- [Welcome - Ava Fleckney!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/welcome-ava-fleckney/) - Congratulations to the Fleckney family who celebrate the arrival of new baby Ava.
- [Preston CC - Junior Cricket RoundUp - Amazing Stuff!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-junior-cricket-roundup-amazing-stuff/) - Some fantastic results this season from our Junior players - amazing reading. The Coaches have been uploading brief match reports after most of the games so far this season - some incrediable performaces from all of our young members o often against much larger Clubs so really big Well Done All. 29th June - Under
- [Firsts falter but Twos and Threes win](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-falter-but-twos-and-threes-win/) - Match reports for Sat 30th June 2018 Preston v Watford, SHCL Div 2A Preston’s fine unbeaten start to the season came to an end with a disappointing 45 run defeat against 3rd placed Watford in Herts Division 2A. Not surprisingly the visitors won the toss and elected to bat first on a good surface with
- [Balcombe stars as Firsts keep top spot](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/balcombe-stars-as-firsts-keep-top-spot/) - Match reports for Sat 23rd and Sun 24th June 2018. Preston v Berkhamstead, SHCL Div 2A Preston continued their winning run and remain top of Herts Division 2A thanks to a hard fought 25 run victory over Berkhamsted, with their Australian all-rounder Lewis Balcombe playing a starring role. Winning the toss and electing to bat
- [Another ton for Jack Stevens sees firsts go clear at the top](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/another-ton-for-jack-stevens-sees-first-go-clear-at-the-top/) - Match reports for Saturday 16th / Sunday 17th June 2018 Preston v Holtwhites Trinibis, Saturday June 16th SHCL Div 2A Preston were indebted to a splendid match winning 103* from Jack Stevens to put them clear at the top of Saracens Herts Division 2A, as they defeated Holtwhites Trinibis by 3 wickets while rivals Hitchin
- [A ton for Lewis as 1sts continue winning ways but 3rds stumble despite a century for Skinny](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-ton-for-lewis-as-1sts-continue-winning-ways-but-3rds-stumble-despite-a-century-for-skinny/) - Match reports from 9/10 June 2018 Preston v St Albans SHCL Div 2A Preston continued on their winning way thanks to another superb all round team performance, resulting in an 88 run victory over St Albans. After being inserted by the visitors Preston’s opening pair of Lewis Balcombe and James Stevens (40) laid the perfect
- [Ones and Threes Flying High](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/ones-and-threes-flying-high/) - Match reports for Saturday 26th May 2018 Preston 1st XI v Northwood SHCL Div 2A Preston produced their most accomplished display of the season with a comprehensive 8 wicket victory over Northwood. For the first time this season Preston were asked to bowl first and they set about their task in fantastic fashion with both
- [Preston reach regional final of national village cup again!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-reach-regional-final-of-national-village-cup-again/) - Preston have reached the regional final of the National Village Cup for the second successive year after a thrilling last over victory by 4 runs at Northchurch. Needing 7 to win with 3 wickets in hand, Northchurch lost all 3 as Max bowled faultlessly and Preston fielded brilliantly. We will now play Langleybury at home
- [Mercer's maiden ton caps packed weekend for Preston](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/mercers-maiden-ton-caps-packed-weekend-for-preston/) - All the match reports from Sat 19th and Sunday 20th May 2018 Preston v Abbots Langley SHCL Div 2A Preston maintained their winning start to the season with another hard fought victory this time by 11 runs over their hosts Abbots Langley in Herts Division 2A. Preston skipper Max Anderson had no hesitation on batting
- [Three Preston victories in great start to league season](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/three-preston-victories-in-great-start-to-league-season/) - Match reports for Saturday May 5th 2018 Preston 1st XI v Totteridge Millhillians 2nd XI SHCL Div 2A Preston kicked off their Herts Division 2A campaign with a hard fought and thrilling victory away against newly promoted Totteridge Millhillians 2s. On losing the toss and being asked to bat first Preston made excellent progress reaching
- [Preston CC - Junior Cricket](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-junior-cricket/) - Preston junior cricket fixtures 2018 (league) Preston Juniors will be up and running on Sunday mornings with first Coaching Session on Sunday 22nd April and will run through to the 8th July. 9.30am to 11.30am. Our team of DBS registered coaches are looking forward to welcoming the juniors back. Any new enquiries please contact Junior
- [Preston CC welcomes Australian Lewis Balcombe for 2018 season...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-welcomes-australian-lewis-balcombe-for-2018-season/) - Preston CC Welcomes Australian Lewis Balcombe for the 2018 season... The Committee would like to welcome our overseas player for the 2018 cricket season Lewis will be coming over from Heidelberg Cricket Club in Melbourne. He knows Justin and Max and Max played alongside Lewis during his season playing at Heidelberg CC last year. A
- [Preston CC entering The Cricketer National Village Cup in 2018](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-entering-the-cricketer-national-village-cup-in-2018/) - Preston Cricket Club will once again be entering the The Cricketer National Village Cup competition. Congratulations to Reed CC who knocked Preston out last year who went on to win the competition in 2017 Matches / Results please follow the link below.... www.nationalvillagecup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/22-Beds_Herts.pdf
- [Big win for the 1st XI as league season ends](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/big-win-for-the-1st-xi-as-league-season-ends/) - Reports from the final league weekend of the 2017 season, 2nd & 3rd September 2017. Preston 1st XI v Radlett 2nd XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston travelled to Radlett in their final game of the 2017 league season; hoping to finish on a high note after a few frustrating weeks and with Radlett regretfully going
- [Penultimate league weekend, plus cricket week highlights](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/penultimate-league-weekend-plus-cricket-week-highlights/) - Highlights from cricket week and the penultimate week of the 2017 season, 26/27 August. Preston v Holtwhites Trinibis, SHCL Div 2A Preston were looking to get back to winning and morale boosting ways against Holtwhites Trinibis on Saturday, after some recent disappointing games. James Stevens and Warren Hearne opened up for Preston and put on
- [1sts thrash Stortford 2nds on Sat, then win derby v Ickleford on Sun](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-thrash-stortford-his-on-sat-then-win-derby-v-ickleford-on-sun/) - Match reports for Sat 12th / Sun 13th Aug 2017 Preston 1st XI v Bishops Stortford 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston 1st XI we’re looking to bounce back from another disappointing loss and some frustrating weather affected fixtures over the previous few weeks against a side who they felt they owed one from the
- [Preston 4ths beat table topping Old Habs](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-4ths-beat-table-topping-old-habs/) - A wet Saturday 29th July 2017 saw the senior three sides forced to abandon their matches, but the 4ths became the first side to beat Old Haberdashers 4ths in Regional Div B East, thanks to the run rate rule operating in that division. Preston 4ths inflict first defeat of the season on table topping Old
- [Catlin's Colts Cricket Report 16th May 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-colts-cricket-report-16th-may-2014/) - Colts cricket Report Week ending 16th May Week 2/3 of the season saw 3 games played and 1 cancelled due to the rain. Friday 9th saw the under 11 travel to Ickleford to play a similar standard team, on winning the toss Olly elected to bowl. The first pair batted sensibly and with four boundaries
- [League season starts: defeats for 1sts & 2nds, victory for the 3rds](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/league-season-starts-defeats-for-1sts-2nds-victory-for-the-3rds/) - Match reports from Sat May 3rd 2014 A sub standard batting display from Preston cost them dear as they lost out by 5 runs in an entertaining low scoring encounter against visitors Leverstock Green in Herts Division 2 on Saturday. On winning the toss and electing to bowl first Preston made excellent early progress restricting
- [1sts & 3rds win, 2nds in dramatic draw, & Village Cup disappointment](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-3rds-win-2nds-in-dramatic-draw-village-cup-disappointment/) - Match Reports from 10th & 11th May 2014 Preston managed to dodge the majority of heavy showers in the area to secure a convincing 9 wicket victory over their hosts Baldock in Herts Division 2 on Saturday. In bowler friendly conditions Preston found the going tough early on as Baldock's opening pair made batting look
- [Catlin's Colts Cricket Report: 5th May 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-colts-cricket-report-5th-may-2014/) - The colts cricket season got under way with the unusual site of blue skies and the Sun. Three games have taken place with all the under 10/11 teams getting their league campaigns started. First up was the under 10 Incrediball team. On winning the toss the team batted first, batting sensibly and accumulating runs they
- [Sunday firsts win Chess Valley League Div 4!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/sunday-firsts-win-chess-valley-league-div-4/) - After waiting 3 weeks for the final matches to be played out in the Chess Valley Div 4, the Sunday firsts have been declared champions after Finchley lost their last fixture at Enfield. In an epic game, Enfield chased down Finchley's impressive 311 for the loss of 8 wickets, and that meant the firsts finished
- [Firsts finish on a high, but seconds relegated from Div 5](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-finish-on-a-high-but-seconds-relegated-from-div-5/) - Preston completed their Herts Division 2 campaign with a comprehensive 47 run victory over hosts Wheathampstead. The win lifted Preston to an impressive 7th place in the table, and also saw them achieve their highest points total in 8 seasons. Put into bat, Preston made excellent early progress, reaching 60 for 1 after ten overs.
- [Twos delay day of reckoning as firsts lose](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twos-delay-day-of-reckoning-as-firsts-lose/) - Herts League match reports 31-8-13 Preston first XI's inability to bat their allocated overs ultimately saw them lose out by 2 wickets against relegation threatened Leverstock Green in Saracens Herts League Div 2. Put into bat, Preston could only muster a below par 150 all out with some 15 overs left in their innings. In
- [Finlay Connah hat trick hero as twos fight relegation](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/finlay-connah-hat-trick-hero-as-twos-fight-relegation/) - (Sat 17th Aug 2013) Preston 2nds fight against relegation continued to gather momentum with their fourth win in five games, this time a comprehensive demolition of Flamstead 1st XI. Preston's batsmen struggled to 58 for 4 on a damp wicket, before Callum Blair and skipper Matt Burleigh (51) lifted them to 117 for 7. Casey
- [1sts win again at St Margs](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-win-again-at-st-margs/) - (Sat 17th Aug 2013) Preston continued their recent fine run of form with a comprehensive 75 run victory over hosts St Magaretsbury in Herts Division 2 on Saturday. Batting first on a bowler-friendly wicket, Preston made their usual dismal start, sinking to 7 for 2 by the 5th over. Chris Cole (38) and Jack Morecroft
- [Gambo Snr & Jnr lead 3s to victory](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/gambo-snr-jnr-lead-3s-to-victory/) - Preston 3rds chased down 211 to beat Northampton Exiles 3rds in Division 11. Father and son combo Paul (53 not out) and George Constantinidi (38) starred in a fast scoring partnership of 73, before Ollie Gallimore (29) helped complete the victory. Earlier, Tom Mercer (4 for 46) and Nathan Russell (3 for 86 from a
- [Superb seconds lifted out of relegation zone](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/superb-seconds-lifted-out-of-relegation-zone/) - Preston 2nd XI scraped a vital win over Chorleywood 2nds in a nail-biting finish at the Recreation Ground. Batting first, Chorleywood made a stuttering start as 16 year old paceman Seb Walton-Adams picked up 3 cheap wickets. Chorleywood's middle order then lifted the score to 121 for 5 before the returning Walton-Adams claimed two more
- [Firsts win at Broxbourne](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-win-at-broxbourne/) - A superb allround team performance from Preston saw them defeat high flying Broxbourne by 53 runs in Saracens Herts Division 2 on Saturday. Batting first, Preston made steady progress to reach 88 for 3 by the 30th over, with the majority of batters all getting in on a two paced surface. Anthony Ender (33) again
- [Firsts crush St Albans West Indies, plus 3s & 4s news](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-crush-st-albans-west-indies-plus-3s-4s-news/) - Preston's 1st XI recorded a much needed 66 run victory over hosts St Albans West Indians on Saturday in Saracens Herts League Div 2. Put into bat, Preston made excellent early progress on a difficult wicket, reaching 102 for 2 by the 33rd over thanks to a workman-like innings of 61 from skipper Warren Hearne
- [Double header victory over Finchley: 1sts top CV Div 4](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/double-header-victory-over-finchley-1sts-top-cv-div-4/) - Preston's Sunday XIs scored a double header victory over Finchley in the Chess Valley League. Having compiled a healthy 178 against some pacy bowling, the firsts blew away the opposition for just 63, Ed Wharton taking 4 for 16. They now comfortable top Div 4. Meanwhile the seconds, languishing at the bottom of Div 7,
- [Twos victory boosts survival hopes](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twos-victory-boosts-survival-hopes/) - Preston 2nd XI crushed Chipperfield Clarendon 2nds by 87 runs to boost their chances of survival in Saracens Herts League Div 5. Ashley Catlin anchored Preston's innings with a well constructed 58 after Iain Williamson had given the home side a positive start with a quick 41. Following a break for heavy rain, Pete Murrell
- [Firsts outplayed by table toppers Dunstable](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-outplayed-by-table-toppers-dunstable/) - Another poor showing with the bat saw Preston go down at home by 5 wickets to table toppers Dunstable. On winning the toss and electing to bat first, Preston made steady progress reaching the 10 over mark at 36 for 2, on what was a difficult batting surface. However, from this point on a mixture
- [A win for the seconds at last, but the firsts fall short](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-win-for-the-seconds-at-last-but-the-firsts-fall-short/) - Preston 1sts were left with only themselves to blame after a sloppy batting performance saw them undo all their hard work in the field and ultimately lose out by 13 runs in a low scoring thriller against Hemel Hempstead 2s. With Hemel winning the toss and electing to bat first, Preston started brightly with the
- [1sts, 2nds & 3rds lose, but Big B hits a winning ton for 4ths](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-2nds-3rds-lose-but-big-b-hits-a-winning-ton-for-4ths/) - Preston 1st XI's recent fine run of form came to an end after going down by 36 runs against a well drilled Cockfosters side in the SHCL Division 2. Not surprisingly, on losing the toss Preston were asked to field, but their bowlers Mark Waters (1 for 56) and Henry Morecroft produced a superb opening
- [Another win for Preston's young Sunday 1stXI, while the 2nds tried to compete with someone a bit below his level](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/another-win-for-prestons-young-1stxi-while-the-2nds-tried-to-compete-with-someone-a-bit-below-his-level/) - Preston's young Sunday 1st XI - featuring Ben Hill as the oldest player and 3 sets of brothers (Whartons, Gallimores, & Morecrofts) - continued their good form in the Chess Valley league with a win away at Enfield. Richard Wharton made 87 and Ben Hill 42 as Preston ran up 275 in their 45 overs.
- [Another win for the ones, and runs for the Morecroft brothers on Sunday](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/another-win-for-the-ones-and-runs-for-the-morecroft-brothers-on-sunday/) - Preston 1st XI continued their recent fine run of form with a comprehensive 5 wicket victory at the Recreation Ground over Welwyn Garden City 2nds. Not surprisingly, on winning the toss the visitors elected to bat first in the hot conditions and they made steady progress in reaching 63 for 1 after 20 overs. Preston
- [Firsts close to another great win: weekend round-up 29/30 June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-close-to-another-great-win-weekend-round-up-2930-june/) - Preston 1st XI were left frustrated by visitors Shenley on Saturday after a superb team performance left them 1 wicket from victory. Preston got off to a poor start with opener Ashley Catlin falling LBW in the 2nd over. Peter Williamson (23), along with skipper Warren Hearne steadied the innings against impressive Kiwi fast bowler
- [2s continue to struggle: wet weekend round-up](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2s-continue-to-struggle-wet-weekend-round-up/) - While Preston's 1st and 3rd XI matches were abandoned due to the rain on Saturday, the 2nd XI managed to play a reduced overs game against Old Camdenians at the Field of Dreams. They chose to bowl first, but struggled to take wickets as Old Camdenians reached 76-1 after 25 overs. The introduction of the
- [Whartons shine for Sunday ones in Chess Valley league](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/whartons-shine-for-sunday-ones-in-chess-valley-league/) - Preston v Winchmore Hill, Chess Valley League, Sunday 16th June 2013 -------------------------------------------------------------------- After the agony of a last ball defeat the previous week, Preston's Sunday 1st XI won their first Chess Valley fixture this season in another high scoring and exciting game, against Winchmore Hill. Openers Richard Wharton and Matt Burleigh got Preston off to
- [Three wins for Preston on a showery day](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/three-wins-for-preston-on-a-showery-day/) - Preston 1sts v Baldock Town 1sts Herts League Div 2 15th June 2013 ------------------------------------------------------------------- Preston managed to dodge the heavy showers on Saturday to record a commanding victory over struggling Baldock by 6 wickets. On winning the toss and electing to bowl first Preston made excellent progress, restricting their visitors to 55 for 3 by
- [A last ball to forget from poor old Fleckers](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-last-ball-to-forget-from-poor-old-fleckers/) - Preston 1sts v Chipperfield Clarenden Chess Valley league Sun 9th June ----------------------------------------------------------------- Preston's first XI visited Chipperfield Clarenden on Sunday in their opening Chess Valley league fixture of the season. Pete Murrell continued his fine form with his second century of the season as Preston, with some big hitting late on from David Fleckney, scrambled
- [Defeat for the seconds and fourths, and a 99 for Ian Cooper](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/defeat-for-the-seconds-and-fourths-and-a-99-for-ian-cooper/) - Preston 2s v Harpenden 3s Herts Div 5 Sat 8th June --------------------------------------------------- A fine team batting performance was ruined by some poor bowling as Preston 2nds fell to a 5 wicket defeat by Harpenden thirds. Callum Blair top scored with 47 as Preston gained maximum batting bonus points in setting Harpenden a target of 203.
- [A much needed victory for Preston firsts at Kings Langley](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-much-needed-victory-for-preston-firsts-at-kings-langley/) - Preston 1sts v Kings Langley 1sts Herts Div 2 Sat 8th June ------------------------------------------------------------ After a disappointing couple of weeks Preston finally got back to winning ways with a superb all round team performance which saw them defeat high flyers Kings Langley by 19 runs. After winning the toss and electing to bat first on what
- [Preston gear up for Village Cup clash this Sunday](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-gear-up-for-village-cup-clash-this-sunday/) - Preston host Langleybury this Sunday (2nd) in The Cricketer Magazine National Village Cup 3rd round, which is effectively the Hertfordshire/Bedfordshire semi-final. The match begins at the "Field of Dreams" (aka the Preston recreation ground) at 1pm. After two good away performances to beat Elstow and then St Margaretsbury, Preston are aiming to reach the final
- [A rather forgettable weekend for PCC](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-rather-forgettable-weekend-for-pcc/) - Preston v Botany Bay 25th May 2013 ----------------------------------- A crazy 15 over spell of batting from Preston ultimately saw them go down by 8 wickets against top of the table Botany Bay in Herts Division 2. Not surprisingly on losing the toss Preston, who had 7 players under 22 in their side, were asked to
- [Another win for Preston in the national village cup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/another-win-for-preston-in-the-national-village-cup/) - The Cricketer Magazine National Village Cup Preston v St Margaretsbury Sunday 19th May ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- Preston travelled to St Margaretsbury on Sunday for their second round match in the National Village Cup, and emerged victorious after a tenacious and determined performance. After a good opening partnership from Pete Murrell and Casey Walker, Preston stuttered twice, losing
- [Day to remember for Chairman Gambo in the fourths](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/day-to-remember-for-chairman-gambo-in-the-fourths/) - Preston 4th XI v Rickmansworth 4th XI, SHCL Division 12 Sat 18th May ------------------------------------------------------------------ Preston 4ths gained 10 points from their defeat at Rickmansworth. The home side chose to bat first and posted 181 all out, veteran Chris Newell bowling unchanged to take 3-87. But the chief wicket taker was Club Chairman, Paul Constantinidi, who
- [Twos almost secure victory at Cockfosters](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twos-almost-secure-victory-at-cockfosters/) - Preston 2nd XI v Cockfosters 2nd XI, SHCL Division 5 Sat 18th May ------------------------------------------------------------------ Preston 2nd XI almost completed their second league win of the season at Cockfosters, but had to settle for a draw as the home side blocked out the final overs with 8 wickets down. Put into bat, Preston made a great
- [Firsts blown away by Radlett](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-blown-away-by-radlett/) - Preston 1st XI v Radlett 2nd XI, SHCL Division 2 Sat 18th May --------------------------------------------------------------- A sorry batting performance from Preston saw them lose by 71 runs against Radlett 2nd XI in a game that was dominated by some excellent bowling in seam friendly conditions. Although they elected to bat first, Radlett were soon in trouble
- [Rain ruins chance of close finish for Seconds](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/rain-ruins-chance-of-close-finish-for-seconds/) - Preston 2nd XI v Watford Town 2nd XI Saturday 11th May 2013 ------------------------------------------------------ Rain spoiled a potentially close finish to Preston 2nd's game with Watford Town 2nd XI. Batting first, Preston made a disastrous start, collapsing to 20 for 3 before skipper Matt Burleigh joined opener Pete Murrell to rebuild the innings. Burleigh made a
- [Reliable Walker sees Preston home in cliche-ridden clash](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/reliable-walker-sees-preston-home-in-cliche-ridden-clash/) - Preston 1st XI v Watford 1st XI Saturday 11th May 2013 ------------------------------------------------------ Stand in Skipper David Fleckney won the toss and invited Watford to bat first in this early season division two clash. Preston pace man Mark Waters accounted for the openers in impressive style with a smart catch from young gun Tom Murrell and
- [4th XI come second in their first league game of the season](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4th-xi-come-second-in-their-first-league-game-of-the-season/) - Preston 4s v Watford 3s, Saturday 4th May at Hitchin Boys' School ------------------------------------------------------------------- Preston 4s were inserted by watford 3rds, after an hour's delay due to a cloudburst. Sadly they had no answer to pace bowler Khan, who took 7-33 and proved too good for the fourth XI batsmen. Preston posted a meagre 66 in
- [A century and five wickets for Pete Murrell!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-century-and-five-wickets-for-pete-murrell/) - Preston 2nd XI v Old Cholmelians Saracens Herts League Div 5 ------------------------------------------------------------ Preston 2nd XI's Pete Murrell achieved the rare feat of scoring a century and taking 5 wickets in the same match as his side defeated Old Cholmelians in their first game of the season in the Saracens Herts League Division 5. Opening the
- [First 1st XI league game - 4th May 2013](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/first-1st-xi-league-game-4th-may-2013/) - Preston 1st XI v Northchurch Saracens Herts League Div 2 --------------------------------------------------------- Preston started their Division 2 campaign in disappointing fashion going down by 6 wickets against a well drilled Northchurch side. On winning the toss and electing to bat first Preston found themselves in all manor of problems reaching the 10 over mark at 23
- [National Village Cup First Round - a win for Preston!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/match-reports-first-league-games-sat-4th-may/) - The Cricketer Village Cup first round Preston v Elstow ------------------------------------------------------------------- On Sunday Preston comfortably defeated Beds side Elstow in the first round of The Cricketer Village Cup. Ben Hill scored 68* as Preston made an impressive 248-4 in their 40 overs. Pete Murrell continued his rich vein of form with 47 and then taking 4-29
- [Match Report - Preston v Stevenage 20/April](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/test-post/) - The sun shone for Preston’s first outing of the 2103 season. The First X1 played Stevenage in a well mannered, tight game at Preston whilst the 2X1 went to Baldock. The Preston ground looked an absolute picture considering we were under snow about 1 month ago. Preston 1′s batted first having been inserted to bat
- [Under 14s season review](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/under-14s-season-review/) - Here's a wrap up of the Under 14's 2017 season which drew to close last weekend. We managed to play 9 games in all, winning five (incl Hoddesdon game), losing four and one rained off, which overall was a creditable performance in a fairly even league. Our aim this year was to get everybody involved,
- [2nds & 3rds push towards promotion spots](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2nds-3rds-push-towards-promotion-spots-but-1sts-abject/) - Match reports for Sat 15th July and Sunday 16th July 2017. Preston 1st XI v Ickleford 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A The Preston 1st XI took on local rivals Ickleford, looking to rectify their early season defeat to the same side. Some late morning rain added a little moisture to the wicket but it still
- [U11s Final Match Report and Season Roundup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/u11s-final-match-report-and-season-roundup/) - Iain Williamson reports on the Under 11s' season: MATCH REPORT U11s HARDBALL HOME V WELWYN The U11s completed their group games with a heavy defeat to Welwyn Garden City who as by far the best team ended up as deserved Group Winners. Fielding first and with a lightening outfield we struggled to contain a strong
- [1s & 2s do double over Radlett, as 3s win again thanks to Catlin Jr.](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1s-2s-do-double-over-radlett-as-3s-win-again-thanks-to-catlin-jr/) - Preston 1st XI v Radlett 2nd XI, SHCL Div 2A Following the success of the previous week, Preston’s 1st XI were optimistic going into their Saturday fixture against bottom of the table Radlett 2nds. None more so than a certain Mark Waters who had been watching with glee as the heavens opened throughout the week.
- [Big wins for 1sts and 3rds, but 2nds fail again](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/big-wins-for-1sts-and-3rds-but-2nds-fail-again/) - Match reports for Saturday 24th June 2017. Preston 1st XI v Holtwhites Trinibis 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A After the previous weeks performance, a rejuvenated Preston travelled to Holtwhites Trinibis eager to register their first win of the 53/47 format. Captain Max Anderson once again won the toss and the hot weather convinced him that
- [4ths take the honours as 1sts and 3rds draw](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4ths-take-the-honours-as-1sts-and-3rds-draw/) - Match reports for Saturday 17th June 2017 Preston v Watford Town, SHCL Div 2A Thanks to Jack Morecroft for this week's 1st XI report: Preston faced Watford Town at home on Saturday looking to bounce back from their narrow defeat the previous week at the hands of Bishops Stortford. Despite losing one of their most
- [Juniors reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/colts-reports/) - Ashley Catlin's collection of match reports for the Junior Teams: Report for week 1: The first week of the season saw 2 of the 4 games played Preston under 14 vrs Datchworth A new look under 14 side took on Datchworth in the first game of the season. Winning the toss Guy elected to field,
- [Lords hopes dashed at Reed](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/lords-hopes-dashed-at-reed/) - Preston v Bishops Stortford 2nd XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston travelled to Bishops Stortford for what turned out to be a frustrating game in our the first 53/47 format of the '17 season. Preston found themselves just 18 runs short in a dramatic run chase. Our batsman were on top in the middle order and
- [Delight for the 1sts in the local derby and Village Cup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/delight-for-the-1sts-in-the-local-derby-and-village-cup/) - Preston 1st XI v Hitchin 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A Mark "Hemingway" Waters reports from the front line: Preston CC travelled to Hitchin CC in their first encounter of the 2017 Saracens league season. It was an historic game too with Preston and Hitchin competing in the same league for the first time. With all
- [Twos win again, rain defeats ones, & a Sunday ton for Blake](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twos-win-again-rain-defeats-ones-a-sunday-ton-for-blake/) - Match reports for Sat 20th / Sun 21st May 2017 Preston 1st XI v Abbots Langley 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston CC 1's hosted old friends Abbots Langley CC on Saturday in a 50 overs a side match. With the blackening sky positively Tolkien-esque at times, both sides silently knew that we would be
- [2nds grab victory from jaws of defeat in Ickleford derby (but 1sts lose)](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2nds-grab-victory-from-jaws-of-defeat-in-ickleford-derby-but-1sts-lose/) - Match reports from the 2nd week of the 2017 SHCL, Sat May 13th, plus the 2nd round of the National Village Cup Preston 1st XI v Ickleford 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A ---------------------------------------------- Mark Waters reports. Preston CC travelled to Ickleford CC for their first clash in the 2017 Saracens Herts League. With directions from
- [1sts smash St Albans in season opener](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-smash-st-albans-in-season-opener/) - Preston 1st XI v St. Albans 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston achieve comprehensive victory by 41 runs Preston entertained St. Albans for their opening 50 overs a-side Saracens Herts League match of the 2017 season. Preston Skipper Ben Hill won the toss and elected to bat on what looked like a an encouraging surface.
- [Preston CC Juniors lead the way....Junior Cricket RoundUp - May 1st](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-juniors-lead-the-way-junior-cricket-roundup-may-1st/) - Five Wins for Preston Cricket Club Juniors Preston CC Under 14 hrs Hoddesdon CC The under 14's travelled to Hoddesdon on a damp bank holiday Monday, captain Guy again winning the toss and electing to field despite the steady rain. It proved an inspired decision as Hoddesdon were soon in trouble at 2 for 2 from four
- [Preston Cricket Club welcomes Blake Mills for the 2017 Season.](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1666-2/) - Preston Cricket Club welcomes Blake Mills for the 2017 Season. Blake Mills (23) is a seam bowling all-rounder who is currently into his fourth season at Casey South Melbourne Cricket Club in the Victorian Premier Cricket Competition. A country boy, who won numerous junior awards for Morwell Cricket Club in the Gippsland region of Victoria,
- [Welcome to the 2017 Cricket Season..!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1662-2/) - Welcome to the 2017 Cricket Season..! The Club is very much looking forward to the 2017 season. Preston CC have been working very hard throughout the winter months to improve both our Grounds in Preston and Whitwell. After last season's net development project where two brand new training nets were built on the old net
- [Preston Cricket Club - Annual General Meeting - Sat 18th Feb - 6pm](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cricket-club-annual-general-meeting-sat-18th-feb-6pm/) - Preston Cricket Club invites it's membership to attend the club AGM on Saturday 18th Feb and 6pm. To be held at Preston Village Hall. Afterwards we will retire to The Red Lion for beers and something to eat. Please come along and listen to what's happening and have a say - it's your Club and
- [2016 Season! Welcome New Players..](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2016-season-welcome-new-players/) - Happy New Year to all our Membership and all their families. We are already looking forward to a fantastic 2017 season and really hope to build on the amazing successes of the 2016 season. With some of the best Saturday league results in recent memory which saw our 1st X1 finish 3rd, our 4 X1
- [Season finale ends as damp squib](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/season-finale-ends-as-damp-squib/) - Final Herts League match reports for 2016 (weekend of Sep 3rd/4th). Preston 1st XI v Harpenden 2nds, SHCL Div 2A The 1st XI had to be content with finishing third in Div 2A, just below the promotion spots, after rain washed out play at tea time, leaving both sides with 10 points each for a
- [3rds win title as 1sts give themselves a chance](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-win-title-as-1sts-give-themselves-a-chance/) - The Thirds win the Div 10B title, the Firsts give themselves some hope in Div 2A, and the Sunday Ones finish 3rd in Beds league Div 2 after another century from Justin Powick. Match reports for August 27th/28th 2016. Preston 1st XI v St Margaretsbury, SHCL Div 2A The 1st XI are still in with
- [3rds gain promotion as 1sts & 2nds hopes fade](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-gain-promotion-as-1sts-2nds-hopes-fade/) - The Third XI's 9th successive win guaranteed them promotion with three games left, but it wasn't as easy as they hoped.... Sadly, defeats for the 1sts and 2nds left both feeling that their promotion hopes were probably gone for this season. Match reports for Sat 20th and Sun 21st August 2016. Preston 1st XI v
- [Grand Slam Saturday!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/grand-slam-saturday-2/) - Match reports for Saturday 13th and Sunday 14th August 2016. It was a Grand Slam Saturday for Preston as all four sides won their Herts league fixtures. Then the Sunday Ones chased down a huge score at the Field of Dreams, while the young stars of the future led the Twos to a comfortable victory
- [3rds go top, 1sts & 2nds win, and JP breaks club batting record](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-go-top-1sts-2nds-win-and-jp-breaks-club-batting-record/) - Preston 1st XI v Radlett 2nd XI, SHCL Div 2A Preston's overseas star Justin Powick struck a faultless 111* as the villagers recorded their third consecutive home win in SHCL Div 2A. In the course of his 28th innings of the season, Justin also passed the club record for runs in a season, 1550, set
- [1sts wobble as 2nds & 3rds march on](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1sts-wobble-as-2nds-3rds-march-on/) - Match reports for Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st July, 2016 Preston 1st XI v Old Owens, SHCL Div 2A Preston travelled to Old Owens for a top of the table clash and were asked to bowl first on losing the toss. New ball bowlers Casey Hughes and Seb Walton Adams bowled with aggression and skill
- [Bath Tour Report 3: Squirrels at Box](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/bath-tour-report-3-squirrels-at-box/) - Liam Kenna fans (i.e. Gambo and Dave Hill) can relax - the latest match report from our arch-correspondent is here: Preston finished up their tour with a trip to Box CC against Squirrels CC, a fellow touring side from Colwyn Bay. After meeting the opposition in a local bar around midnight, Liam Kenna decided the
- [Bath tour report 2: Hinton Charterhouse](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/bath-tour-report-2-hinton-charterhouse/) - Published author Liam Kenna - possibly the most qualified of all of us to actually do this job - reports from the home club of the Sunday Telegraph's cricket correspondent Scyld Berry : The Preston tourists headed to Hinton Charterhouse for their second game, this time under the captaincy of Smudger. Smudge negotiated the toss,
- [Bath Tour 2016 reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/bath-tour-2016-reports/) - Preston v Winsley, Bath Tour Preston's first fixture of the 2016 Tour to Bath was at old friends Winsley. Once again a magnificent lunch was enjoyed at the Seven Stars, before we wandered over to our hosts glorious ground with its wonderful views across the valley to Salisbury Plain. Birthday Boy (18th) George Constantinidi was
- [Powick Power Squared!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/powick-power-squared/) - Match reports for 23rd/24th July 2016: Justin Powick and his father Adam set a new record batting partnership of 307 for Preston on Sunday in the Beds league against Ickwell. Justin's 196 was also the second highest score ever for Preston. Details and photos below, but first reports from the Herts league as all our
- [Wins for 1sts, 2nds & 3rds as Preston's XIs climb the tables](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/wins-for-1sts-2nds-3rds-as-prestons-xis-climb-the-tables/) - Match reports for 16th and 17th July 2016. Preston 1st XI v Old Finchleians 1st XI, SHCL Div 2A A solid team performance secured 30 points and a home win for Preston. On winning the toss, skipper David Fleckney elected to have a bowl on a good wicket in fine batting conditions where 200 looked
- [3rds close gap on leaders as 1sts and 2nds get better of draws](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-close-gap-on-leaders-as-1sts-and-2nds-get-better-of-draws/) - Match reports for Saturday 2nd and Sunday 3rd July 2016. Preston v Harpendon 2nds, SHCL Div 2A Top of the league Harpenden 2nds won the toss and gave Preston the first opportunity on a good wicket at Harpenden. Openers Juston Powick and James Stevens got off to a solid start, putting on 40 before Powick
- [Catlin's Juniors Report - a damp week!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-juniors-report-a-damp-week/) - What was supposed to be a full week of fixtures turned into just 3 games, of which 2 were played in pouring rain - where is the summer? We only have a week and a half left of the main season and we have not had a sunny evening! Preston under 9 vrs WGC First
- [Powick powers to 147 & super 2nds beat league leaders](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/powick-powers-to-147-super-2nds-beat-league-leaders/) - Match reports for 18/19 June 2016: Preston 1sts v Abbots Langley 1sts SHCL Div 2A Preston were asked to bat first on a wicket that had seen plenty of rain overnight, although it still looked good. Australian Justin Powick and Warren Hearne played well to see off the new ball and accumulate a partnership of
- [Catlin's Juniors cricket round-up](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-juniors-cricket-round-up/) - After half term the second half of the season started: Preston under 13 vrs Knebworth On a glorious evening at Knebworth the ten players of Preston took on KPCC. Due to a school game we were a bit depleted and decided to field. Knebworth played positively and aided by some rather poor Preston fielding started
- [Preston Whitewashed!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-whitewashed/) - A bad day at the office for the club, despite strong availabilities. Sunday's games were both rained off. Match reports for Saturday July 11th 2016. Preston v Holtwhites Trinibis, SHCL Div2A Preston won the toss and chose to bat first for the visit of Holtwhites Trinibis. Justin Powick (38) and James Stevens (18) grafted their
- [Back to back tons for Greig Hearne as 3s lead the way](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/back-to-back-tons-for-greig-hearne-as-3s-lead-the-way/) - The Third XI were the sole success of the weekend, racking up 300 as Greig Hearne made another quickfire ton. Match reports for Sat 28th and Sunday 29th May 2016. Preston 1st XI v Old Owens Div 2A Old Owens made 208 for 7 in their 50 overs at Preston on Saturday, with the wickets
- [Catlin's Juniors Report: Week 4](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-juniors-report-week-4/) - Preston under 14 vrs Hatfleld Hyde Preston took the field with 7 men as there were 4 no shows. A spirited display saw Ewen take 4-12 in his four overs, but the large gaps meant HH posted 135. In reply Guy top scored with 19 as the boys were all out for 46, with 3
- [A weekend packed with Preston successes](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-weekend-packed-with-preston-successes/) - Reports from a packed weekend 20/21/22 May 2016, starting with the T20 Cup on Friday night: Preston v Eversholt, Viegli Bedfordshire T20 Competition 2016, Round 1 Preston's first competitive 20 over match for many years (possibly since the final days of the Cricketer's Cup and John Barker Cup in the 1990s, long before professional T20
- [3 wins out of 4 ain't bad. Pity about Sunday.](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3-wins-out-of-4-aint-bad-pity-about-sunday/) - Match reports for 14th/15th May 2016. Preston 1st XI v Old Finchleians, SHCL Div 2A Preston skipper David Fleckney won the toss and chose to make first use of the conditions at Old Finchleians. Openers Warren Hearne and Justin Powick dug in early, saw off the new ball and set a platform for a large
- [Catlin's Juniors Report: Week 3](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-juniors-report-week-3/) - Preston under13 vrs St Albans Cancelled Rain Preston under 14 vrs Knebworth Cancelled Rain Preston under 10 vrs Old Albanians OA 229/6 Preston 252/2 On a damp pitch and wet outfield the lads welcomed OA to the rec, and on winning the toss Jacob decided to bowl. The first over from Jacob finished with him
- [Catlin's Juniors Report: Week 2](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-colts-report-week-2/) - Preston under13 vrs KPCC KPCC 113/1 PCC 86/7 On bank holiday Monday and a overcast day at WGC, Olly won the task and elected to field. Some steady opening bowling from Adam & Tom got some bounce out of the pitch but not enough to get a breakthrough, Olly chopped and changed the bowling to
- [Winning league starts for the 1sts and 3rds](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/winning-league-starts-for-the-1sts-and-3rds/) - Match reports for Saturday 7th May and Sunday 8th May, as Preston began their 2016 Saracens Herts League campaigns. Preston 1st XI v Ickleford SHCL Div 2A Preston took the derby spoils in the first of their two league encounters against Ickleford with an attritional win at home on Saturday. Skipper David Fleckney won the
- [Catlin's Juniors Cricket Report](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-juniors-cricket-report/) - Ashley Catlin brings us his first report of 2016 on the Juniors early season matches: Report For the week beginning 24rd April 2016 Unlike last season which started in bright sunshine, this week's start saw games played in darkness, bitter winds and some rain. Two games were called off due to the weather: the under
- [A ton for Justin Powick as Preston start Beds League with a win](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-ton-for-justin-powick-as-preston-start-beds-league-with-a-win/) - Preston's new Australian star Justin Powick made a dream start to his season, scoring 73 in a friendly on Saturday against Old Albanians, and then exactly 100 as Preston won their debut game in the Greene King Bedfordshire County Cricket League on Sunday. Eaton Socon were Preston's initial Beds League Divison 2 opponents and
- [New Nets Take Shape](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/new-nets-take-shape/) - Early Feb saw the start of a major new programme of works at Preston Cricket Club - the replacement of the old outdoor nets facilities with state of the art, artificial-surfaced nets. Still two lanes but there will no longer be grass run-ups with the artificial surface reaching the boundary of the Preston Ground, and
- [Preston to welcome Australian Justin Powick for 2016 season!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-to-welcome-australian-justin-powick-for-2016-season/) - Preston Cricket Club is to welcome Australian Justin Powick to the club for their 2016 season campaign. Powick (22) is a top notch batting prospect who has spent the past four seasons plying his trade in Victorian Premier Cricket for Northcote. Since joining the club in 2012/13 he has played 64 matches, scored 1,689 runs
- [Colts final report of the season](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/colts-final-report-of-the-season/) - Ashley Catlin writes: The Under 11 season finished on a lovely day at Fairfield. Playing a mixture of the home side's talented under 10 team and their under 11s, Preston won the toss and batted. The opening pair of Jacks saw us post 38 in the first ten overs with Jack M getting 20, before
- [2nd XI league averages 2015](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2nd-xi-league-averages-2015/) - For your consideration: 2nd XI League Averages 2015
- [Seconds Complete Great Escape](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/seconds-complete-great-escape/) - Match reports for the final week of the league season, September 5th 2015 Andy Riant, Iain Williamson and Glenn Thompson led the 2nd XI's heroic victory at Hatfield Crusaders to defy the odds and the drop, while the 1sts said goodbye to Sam Crea with a lucklustre performance against Northwood that was dominated once again
- [Super Garnham does it again & a double win over Radlett](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/super-garnham-does-it-again-a-double-win-over-radlett/) - Match reports for August 29th/30th 2015 John Garnham's 138 for the 3rds capped a terrific day for the club as the 1sts and 2nds did the double over Radlett, with the 2nd XI's triumph keeping their hopes of survival alive into the final week of the league season. Preston 1st XI v Radlett 2nd XI,
- [A full house of defeats](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-full-house-of-defeats/) - A poor Saturday for Preston as all four XIs fell to defeats. Preston 1st XI v Leverstock Green, SHCL Div 2A ---------------------------------------------------- Preston entertained SHCL Div 2A leaders Leverstock Green on Saturday, but once again they failed to fire with the bat and let the visitors take home another deserved victory. Preston won the toss
- [Wins for 3rds & 4ths as senior sides disappoint](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/wins-for-3rds-4ths-as-senior-sides-disappoint/) - Match reports from the 15th and 16th August 2015: Preston 1st XI v St Albans, SHCL Div 2A ----------------------------------------- A woeful batting display didn't do Preston any favours when they visited Clarence Park for the first time in a few years to play St Albans CC, who are languishing at the bottom of Div 2A.
- [Victory from defeat's jaws, & more record breaking batting](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/victory-from-defeats-jaws-more-record-breaking-batting/) - Match reports for August 8th & 9th 2015 The 1sts plucked victory from the brink of defeat, while Casey Hughes and Andy Riant's record-breaking 9th wicket partnership was the highlight of a bizarre drawn game for the 2nds. Preston 1st XI v Holtwhites Trinibis SHCL Div 5A ------------------------------------------------ Preston were fortunate to come away with
- [New records for Jack Stevens & Terry Neale](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/new-records-for-jack-stevens-terry-neale/) - Match reports for August 1/2 2015. Three wins out of four for the club in the Herts League on Saturday, topped by new club records for Jack Stevens in the firsts and Terry Neale in the fourths. Preston 1st XI v Northchurch, SHCL Div 2A --------------------------------------------- Jack Stevens followed up his record league century last
- [Superb 100s for Jack Stevens & Chris Cole](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/superb-100s-for-jack-stevens-chris-cole/) - July 25th 2015 Saturday's league matches were dominated by fantastic centuries from Jack Stevens in the 1st XI and Chris Cole in the 2nds: Preston 1st XI v Ickleford 1st XI SHCL Div 2A Jack Stevens struck a record score of 140 for Preston 1st XI in the Saracens Herts League on Saturday as his
- [Two defeats, two draws, & some Sunday fun](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/two-defeats-two-draws-some-sunday-fun/) - Match reports for July 18th/19th 2015 Preston 1st X1 v Old Owens 1st X1 - SHCL Div 2A Mark Waters reports...... Preston travelled to Old Owens on Saturday for their second encounter of the 2015 season. Skipper David Fleckney won the toss and decided to take the first knock on a dry pitch, but Preston
- [3rds thrash Hatfield as 1sts draw with strong Watford](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-thrash-hatfield-as-1sts-draw-with-strong-watford/) - Match reports for 11th/12th July 2015. Preston v Watford Town, SHCL Div 2A ------------------------------------- Preston held visitors Watford Town to a draw in the teams' second clash of the new format Saracens Herts League Div 2A season on Saturday. The toss was won by Watford and they decided to take first knock on a dry
- [Super week for Preston's Juniors](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/super-week-for-prestons-juniors/) - Ashley Catlin reports on last week's packed programme of games for our Juniors: Preston Vrs Harpenden under 11 eight a side Preston make it a Hat trick of County finals The last week of the league season saw the unbeaten under 11 eight a side team take on second place Harpenden at the field of
- [A Saturday to forget for Preston](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-saturday-to-forget-for-preston/) - Match reports for 4th/5th July 2015 When Waters is away the lads will play.....not quite as well as usual... Saturday was a bit of a day to forget as all four Preston sides fell to defeats in the Herts League. 1st XI v Northwood, SHCL Div 2A A sub standard batting performance from Preston cost
- [Junior cricket match reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/junior-cricket-match-reports/) - Ashley Catlin brings us Colts match reports from the last couple of weeks: Preston under 9 vrs Datchworth Preston played under sunny skies, batting first the boys batted sensibly although a little slow at times to post a decent total of 276/5 in their overs. The boys have learnt to take the extras as we
- [Firsts beat table topping Radlett 2nds](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/firsts-beat-table-topping-radlett-2nds/) - After two wet weekends Preston's sides were back in action on Saturday, led by a memorable victory for the 1st XI against top-of-the-table Radlett IIs. Ace correspondent Mark Waters reports from the Field of Dreams: The sun shone finally to see Preston 1st X1 defeat Radlett 2nd X1 in their first 2015 encounter in Div
- [Massive week of Colts Cricket at Preston!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/massive-week-of-colts-cricket-at-preston/) - Massive week of Colts Cricket at Preston. The under 11s have a big week of cricket which could see them reach 2 county finals: First up Monday (29th June) at the Field of Dreams vrs Harpenden in the 8 a side competition, 8 bonus points will see the boys through to finals day. Thursday 2nd
- [Grand Slam Saturday!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/grand-slam-saturday/) - Match reports for Saturday 6th June 2015. It was "Grand Slam Saturday" for Preston CC as all four sides won their Saracens Herts League fixtures. Preston 1sts v Holtwhites Trinibis 1sts, SHCL Div 2A ---------------------------------------------------- Looking to build on their recent run of success a buoyed up Preston travelled to Holtwhites Trinibis on Saturday in
- [Latest junior cricket reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/latest-junior-cricket-reports/) - 4th June 2015 Ashley Catlin with the latest news and reports from our Junior sides: Preston under 12 vrs Weston Preston got back on tracks after the defeat to Hitchin. With Jack, Olly and Pushan coming into the team this strengthened the batting . On being inserted Guy and Jack made a good start with
- [Dave "Mad Dog" Allen, Remembered...](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/dave-mad-dog-allen-remembered/) - Dave "Mad Dog" Allen passed away last summer playing the game he loved. A shock to everyone that new him and played alongside him; not a day passes when we all don't think of our friend. The Allen Family, Friends and Fellow members of Preston Cricket Club met on a fine Saturday morning to remember
- [Victory for the 1sts in a tight clash with Northchurch](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/victory-for-the-1sts-in-a-tight-clash-with-northchurch/) - Match reports for 30th May 2015 Preston 1sts v Northchurch, SHCL Div 2A ----------------------------------------- Cricinfo's George Dobell reports from the Field of Dreams. Sorry, I meant Mark Waters. Preston find themselves sitting in 5th spot after a thrilling game against Northchurch in the Div 2A 50/50 encounter. After a morning spent remembering Preston player and
- [Day of the Sams](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/day-of-the-sams/) - 23rd, 24th and 25th May 2015 A wonderful weekend for Preston was capped by a fantastic spell of fast bowling by Sam Crea and a thrilling first hundred for the club by Sam Penny. Preston 1sts v Ickleford 1sts, Saracens Herts League Division 2A ----------------------------------------------------------------- Preston travelled to Ickleford on Saturday for a local derby
- [Reports from the Juniors 20/05/15](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/reports-from-the-juniors-200515/) - Ashley Catlin catches up with the latest reports from the Preston Junior sides: Preston Under 9 vrs Hitchin 2 The young and inexperienced Preston team had their first home game at the field of dreams. Fielding first the boys started a bit slowly as the Hitchin batsman ran well and we were a bit lethargic
- [Seconds fight hard but club suffers league whitewash](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/seconds-fight-hard-but-club-suffers-league-whitewash/) - With enough players missing to fill two decent elevens, it was a great effort from Preston's members to field four sides this weekend. Sadly, the club suffered the ignominy of a league whitewash. Preston 2nd XI came closest to victory, with a fighting performance at West Herts IIs. Electing to bat first, Preston started slowly
- [Seconds fight hard but club suffers league whitewash](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1105/) - With enough players missing to fill two decent elevens, it was a great effort from Preston's members to field four sides this weekend. Sadly, the club suffered the ignominy of a league whitewash. Preston 2nd XI came closest to victory, with a fighting performance at West Herts IIs. Electing to bat first, Preston started slowly
- [Preston CC Welcomes Sam Crea for 2015 Campaign](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-welcomes-sam-crea-for-2015-campaign/) - Preston CC Welcomes Sam Crea for the 2015 Season! PRESTON have signed Victorian seam bowling all-rounder Sam Crea for their 2015 Herts League campaign. Crea (21) is a sharp left-arm seamer and hard-hitting middle-order batsman playing in the Victorian Turf Cricket Association for St Andrews Footscray. An opening bowler, who’s been clocked at 130kph, Crea
- [3rds thump Hatfield as 1sts falter in season openers](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/3rds-thump-hatfield-as-1sts-falter-in-season-openers/) - Preston 1st XI got off to a disappointing start in their 2015 Saracens Herts League Div 2A campaign with defeat by Watford Town. The match was also Preston's first 50/50 encounter of the new-look season. Preston were inserted on a damp but drying wicket with mixed overhead conditions and opened their innings comfortably. This serenity
- [Preston CC Colts Update](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-colts-update/) - Preston Under 9 vrs Weston The young and inexperienced Preston team travelled to Weston to play their first ever game. Batting first Preston struggled to get many balls to hit as 92 extras were accumulated and only 8 runs off the bat of which Harry scored 7 including the only 4. Westons reply was led
- [Preston CC V St Margaretsbury CC - National Village Cup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-v-st-margaretsbury-cc-national-village-cup/) - A delayed, weather threatened start turned the game into a 32 overs contest in the reduced overs opener in the National Village Trophy. Skipper Murrell won the toss and decided to take the new ball first. Murrell called upon ever-reliable Riant and the evergreen Waters; both of whom picked up the St Margs openers relatively
- [Preston 1st X1 v Old Albanian 1st X1 (Friendly)](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-1st-x1-v-old-albanian-1st-x1-friendly/) - Saturday 2nd May saw a double header v Old Albanians CC. The Preston CC 1st X1 were at home and took the ball first in a 45 over game. Australian Sam Crea in his post-flight debut game for Preston made his presence felt very quickly causing OA's top order some early problems with a fizzing 5 over
- [Preston CC Colts Season Starts Here...Amazing Match Reports](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cc-colts-season-starts-here-amazing-match-reports/) - Preston CC Colts Report For the week beginning 23rd April 2015 Preston under 11 Eight a side game vrs Hitchin Hitchin 219/7 Preston 259/6 The season started in bright sunshine, on losing the toss the lads found themselves in the field. A steady start from the bowlers conceded 13 in the first 4 overs, the
- [2015 Season is off and running....](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2015-season-is-off-and-running/) - Preston's 2015 season started last weekend with a warm-up game against a side from Stevenage CC on the Saturday and a team went to visit Ickleford on Sunday. Stevenage outgunned a groaning Preston side but both teams said it was great just to get out there again. The wickets and the pitch at Preston looked
- [2014 Averages](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/2014-averages/) - Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to Everyone at Preston Cricket Club. 2014 Averages are now out. https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/SHCL%20Averages%202014.pdf Many congrats to Jimmy Stevens for 2nd place in Div 2 Batting Averages - an incredible achievement in his first season. Warts, Anderson and Henry Morecroft also found positions in the Div 2 Bowling Averages. In
- [Final weekend of the season....](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/final-weekend-of-the-season/) - Match reports for 13th/14th September 2014 Preston's 2014 season wound down with victories in two delightful friendly matches. On Saturday a combined XI of 2nd, 3rd and 4th team players took on a similar strength Old Elizabethans side at the Recreation Ground. Batting first, Preston made 228 for 4 in 40 overs on a dry,
- [4th place for the Ones, and highest ever league position for the Twos!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4th-place-for-the-ones-and-highest-ever-league-position-for-the-twos/) - A great weekend for Preston as the 1sts finish 4th in Division 2, their highest position since 2005, while the 2nds secured their highest ever placing in the SHCL! Preston 1st XI finished their SHCL Division 2 campaign with a fine 70 run victory over Cockfosters resulting in an excellent 4th place finish. After being
- [Garnham's 3rd XI Diary 30th Aug ](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/garnhams-3rd-xi-diary-30th-aug/) - Preston 3's entertained lowly Hertingfordbury 2's at Hitchin Boys School. Currently sitting 10th by 1 point, Preston knew that victories in their remaining 2 games would guarantee them a place in the higher league come the end of season restructuring. As usual, groundsman Pete Bobbins was hard at work trying to locate the square through
- [4ths avoid relegation as 1sts & 2nds record crucial wins](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4ths-avoid-relegation-as-1sts-2nds-record-crucial-wins/) - Preston 1st XI secured a comprehensive 9 wicket victory over a poor County Hall side in SHL Division 2 on Saturday, condemning them to relegation in the process. Skipper Warren Hearne had little hesitation in asking the hosts to bat first on wicket that had been affected by heavy overnight rain, and they set about
- [Preston draw with leaders St Margs](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-draw-with-leaders-st-margs/) - Preston had to settle for a draw against table toppers St Margaretsbury in SHL Division 2 on Saturday after another disappointing batting display cost them any chance of victory. On winning the toss and electing to bat first the Saints made excellent progress on a decent pitch, reaching 104 for 1 by the 33rd over,
- [Back down to Earth for Preston's sides](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/back-down-to-earth-for-prestons-sides/) - Preston’s failure to bat their allocated overs cost them dear as they lost out by 2 wickets in a tense game against Radlett 2s in SHCL Division 2 on Saturday. Radlett’s skipper had no hesitation in bowling first after winning the toss on a pitch that Middlesex had played on for the four previous days.
- [4 wins out of 4: 120 Point Saturday for PCC!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4-wins-out-of-4-120-point-saturday-for-pcc/) - Preston cricket club enjoyed a fantastic Saturday with all four XIs gaining maximum points. A stunning bowling performance from Preston 1st XI saw them emphatically defeat the league leaders Hemel Hempstead 2s on Saturday at the Recreation Ground. Skipper Warren Hearne had no hesitation in asking the visitors to bat first on a wicket that
- [Incredible Colts Crowned County Champions!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/incredible-colts-crowned-county-champions/) - Catlin's Colts report Week ending July 13th COUNTY CUP WINNERS! Quarter Final Harpenden 255/5 vs Preston 280/5 The first week of the post league season saw us travel to Harpenden for the ¼ final of the incredible cup. The game took place at the second day of trying, after the first game had
- [Weekend match reports for Aug 2/3rd 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/weekend-match-reports-for-aug-23rd-2014/) - Preston firsts continued on their winning way with yet another convincing victory in SHCL Division 2 on Saturday, this time over Old Owens. On winning the toss for once Preston elected to bat first on an excellent surface full of pace and bounce, and this proved a wise decision with rain forecast in the local
- [Saturday match reports 26th July 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/saturday-match-reports-26th-july-2014/) - Match reports from the SHCL, Saturday 26th July 2014 Preston 1st v Wheathampstead 1sts, Div 2 Preston finally got back to winning ways thanks to a comprehensive 9 wicket victory over Wheathamstead in Herts Division 2 on Saturday. Preston were yet again asked to bowl first on a hot and humid day, but they made
- [Preston cruise into County Trophy Semi-Finals!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-cruise-into-county-trophy-semi-finals/) - LHS, Muzza, Ben Hillage, Ando & H the heroes as the Sunday Young Guns evade the Met Police Bushey to reach the semi-finals for the first time since 2004, despite Jack M batting with his eyes shut By Roving Reporter Max Anderson On Sunday Preston traveled away to Met Police Bushey in the quarter finals
- [Twos march on - reports for Saturday July 19th 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/twos-march-on-reports-for-saturday-july-19th-2014/) - For the second week running a disappointing batting performance from Preston ultimately saw them having to be content with a draw against high flying Watford in Herts Division 2. After losing the toss and being asked to bowl first on a hot and humid day, Preston worked hard in the field with bowlers Mark Waters
- [A century for Chris Cole but disappointment for 1s, 3s & 4s](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/a-century-for-chris-cole-but-disappointment-for-1s-3s-4s/) - Match reports 12th July 2014 Preston 1st XI v St Albans West Indies 1st XI A disappointing batting performance from Preston saw them lose out by 55 runs to a vocal St Albans West Indian side in Herts Division 2 on Saturday. After losing the toss Preston made steady progress with the ball, reducing the
- [Strong finish from Preston Under 13s](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/strong-finish-from-preston-under-13s/) - Preston's under 13 team finished the season on a high with consecutive wins against Datchworth (by 12 runs) and Letchworth (conceded 30 minutes before start time), putting Preston in second place in the U13b league. The game against Datchworth was the high point of the season and was a fine response to a heavy defeat
- [1st wicket for Chris Willis as Sunday 2s visit Kimpton](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/1st-wicket-for-chris-willis-as-sunday-2s-visit-kimpton/) - By cub reporter Mark Waters (with some sub-editing) Preston Sunday 2nd Xi v Kimpton Sunday July 6th 2014 A first for a few of us. The President, the Chairman, the Chairman of Cricket, Skipper and Match Manager all commented on the fact that not one of them had ever played at Kimpton. A village all
- [Three crushing wins for PCC in the Herts League](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/three-crushing-wins-for-pcc-in-the-herts-league/) - Match reports for Saturday 5th July 2014 Preston enjoyed a fantastic Saturday in the Saracen's Herts League, with their first three elevens enjoying crushing victories, while the fourths narrowly failed to force victory in a drawn game. Preston 1st XI v Redbourn 1st XI, SHCL Div 2 A totally dominant performance from Preston saw them
- [6 wickets each for Krony and Mad Dog on a wet Saturday](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/6-wickets-each-for-krony-and-mad-dog-on-a-wet-saturday/) - Match reports for 28/29 June 2014 Torrential rain put paid to Preston 1st XI's home fixture with Abbots Langley, which was abandoned without a ball being bowled. Preston's 2nd XI fixture at Old Cholmelians in SHCL Division 5 faced a considerable reduction in overs after a lengthy delayed start. The home side attempted to score
- [Garnham's 3rd XI Blog: 21st June 2014 ](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/garnhams-3rd-xi-blog-21st-june-2014/) - Saturday saw Preston 3's entertain 'top of the table' Shenley Village at Hitchin Boys School 'field of dreams'! (ones involving mushrooms - Ed.) Skipper Tom Maxwellian-House won the toss and opted to bowl first on a good looking wicket, and what an inspired decision it proved to be! Maxwellian-House took the new ball with Dave
- [Catlin's colts report 7th June 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-colts-report-7th-june-2014/) - Colts cricket Report Week ending 7th June This week has seen 2 games against Hitchin at Lucas Lane, both games have seen Preston put up a good fight but come out 2nd best. First game saw a very inexperienced under 10 incredible game take on a well drilled Hitchin side. Hitchin won the toss and
- [An undefeated Saturday - reports for June 21st 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/an-undefeated-saturday/) - Preston 1st X1 v Met Police Bushey CC - 21st June Preston hosted Met Police Bushey CC for the first time in Saracens Herts Div 2, and the visitors took first knock and what looked like a good deck. With the sun shimmering off the wicket, it was going to be a hot one. After
- [Victory in the County Trophy and a first ton for Murrell, T.](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/victory-in-the-county-trophy-and-a-first-ton-for-murrell-jnr/) - Preston v Watford Town, County Trophy 2nd Round Sunday 22nd June Preston secured a comfortable victory in their Saracens Herts County Trophy 2nd Round clash with Watford Town on Sunday. Preston bowled out Watford for 154, with Andy Riant completing a miserly spell of 3 for 15 in 10 overs after good work from Mark
- [6 wins out of 6!  - Catlin's Colts report 15th June](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/6-wins-out-of-6-catlins-colts-report-15th-june/) - Colts report, week ending 15th June 6 OUT OF 6 A busy week in the cricketing world of Preston colts, first of 6 games saw the under 10 incredible team visit Stevenage. On winning the toss we elected to field, a good all round bowling and fielding display saw us restrict them to 219/10 after
- [Frustrating weekend for PCC](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/frustrating-weekend-for-pcc/) - Match reports for 14th/15th June 2014 Preston CC v Northwood - Saracens Herts Div 2 Preston CC 1sts entertained Northwood at home in Saracens Herts Div 2. Preston won the toss and elected to bowl in muggy conditions and set about the task at hand well. The fall of two quick wickets to Preston's openers
- [4 wins and a draw in fine weekend for Preston!](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/4-wins-and-a-draw-in-fine-weekend-for-preston/) - Preston 1sts v Old Albanians. Saracens League Div 2 Match - Saturday 7th June. Preston secured an important 30 points on Saturday when they traveled in torrential rain to Div 2 leaders Old Albanians. Having moved changing rooms 3 times because no-one at OAs seemed to know where the away dressing room was, Preston won
- [Victory for ones in local derby, and a 1st win for the twos](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/victory-for-ones-in-local-derby-and-a-1st-win-for-the-twos/) - Herts League Match reports for Sat 31/05/14 Preston secured a 3 wicket victory over local rivals Ickleford in an entertaining derby encounter in Herts Division 2. Ickleford won the toss and elected to bat first, but were soon in trouble at 7 for 2 as Preston's opening bowlers Mark Waters and Henry Morecroft picked up
- [Garnham's 3rd XI Blog: 31st May 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/garnhams-3rd-xi-blog-31st-may-2014/) - Preston 3's travelled to Wrest Park to take on Flitwick 3's in match where training shoes were the order of the day! Flitwick, on winning the toss, chose to take first use of a very artificial looking strip which surprisingly did not alter in appearance throughout the course of this game, or any other, for
- [Catlin's Colts Cricket Report 29th May 2014](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/catlins-colts-cricket-report-29th-may-2014/) - Colts cricket Report Week ending 29th May The last two weeks of May have resembled the middle of winter, but we have still managed to play 2 games out of 5 and the backlog of fixtures is going to give us a busy June. The two games that did go ahead were both under 10
- [Bunny Dear](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/bunny-dear/) - It is with sadness that we learn of Bunny Dear's passing - a Preston Cricket Club player of standing during the 1950's and onwards. He was 94. Bunny was a local sporting figure of repute involved with local football and cricket and was later Physio associated with many local football clubs such as Hitchin Town,
- [Preston v Baldock photo gallery](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/preston-v-baldock-photo-gallery/) - Preston v Baldock photo gallery from last week's Comet.
- [Frustration for the firsts and seconds ](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/frustration-for-the-firsts-and-seconds/) - Match reports for Saturday 17th May 2014 Preston were left frustrated by an ultra-negative Welwyn Garden City 2nd XI in Herts Division 2 on Saturday, after they refused to chase down a modest victory target of 150. After winning the toss and electing to bat first, Preston made steady progress reaching 31 for 1 by
- [Proposed Herts league structure and rule changes](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/proposed-herts-league-structure-and-rule-changes/) - Proposed changes to Herts League structure: please read the note here from the league about their proposed changes for next season. Basically, we will move to 10 team divisions, playing home and away. One game will be straight 50 overs a side and the other under the current rules, although there will be restrictions on

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- [First Sunday](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/first-sunday/) - First Sunday Fixtures Sunday 1st XI Captain Luke Ponder 07380 712181 Matches Nothing currently scheduled - please try back later Up Coming Fixtures 2nd SUNDAY: Preston II v Watton-at-Stone (Home) - Sunday 13th September Our Sponsors
- [Fourth Eleven](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/fourth-eleven/) - Fourth Eleven Fixtures 4th XI Captain John Garnham 07712 572409 4th XI Vice Captain Ian Williamson 07985 215821 Matches Nothing currently scheduled - please try back later Up Coming Fixtures 2nd SUNDAY: Preston II v Watton-at-Stone (Home) - Sunday 13th September Our Sponsors
- [Third Eleven](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/third-eleven/) - Third Eleven Fixtures 3rd XI Captain Amit Rajani 07862 294033 3rd XI Vice Captain Oliver Jackson 07709 279561 Matches Nothing currently scheduled - please try back later Up Coming Fixtures 2nd SUNDAY: Preston II v Watton-at-Stone (Home) - Sunday 13th September Our Sponsors
- [First Eleven](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/first-eleven/) - First Eleven Fixtures 1st XI Club Captain Ed Wharton 07824 535971 1st XI Vice Captain Luke Marsden 07711 299567 Matches Nothing currently scheduled - please try back later Up Coming Fixtures 2nd SUNDAY: Preston II v Watton-at-Stone (Home) - Sunday 13th September Our Sponsors
- [Second Eleven](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/second-eleven/) - Second Eleven Fixtures 2nd XI Captain David Fleckney 07968 036032 2nd XI Vice Captain Jacob Williamson 07828 383388 Matches Nothing currently scheduled - please try back later Up Coming Fixtures 2nd SUNDAY: Preston II v Watton-at-Stone (Home) - Sunday 13th September Our Sponsors
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- [Women’s Cricket](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/womens-cricket/) - Women’s Cricket Welcome to Preston Cricket Club Women’s cricket The club are very keen to welcome anyone who might be interested in getting involved in Women’s cricket; a sport that has witnessed a huge surge in popularity over the recent years. The Preston CC Women’s squad have been together for only a relatively short period
- [Roll Of Honour](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club/roll-of-honour/) - Roll of Honour President – Mrs. Ali Morecroft Honorary Life Members Chris Armitage Marcus Baines Paul Brenham MBE DL Rosemary Brenham Diane Burleigh OBE Hannah Constantinidi Robert Hearne Patrick Henchoz Jane and Tim Hunter Chris Newell Dave Saunders Mark Smith Richard Sowerby Club Vice-Presidents Sharon Anderson Richard Barker Dermot Beatson Pam Biggs Peter Butterfield Sheila
- [Membership](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club/membership/) - Preston Cricket Club Membership 2025 SEASON…! Preston Cricket Club is looking to welcome new players for the 2025 season for senior cricket (men’s and women’s) and juniors too! We provide safe, competitive cricket for all our members. We field 4 Saturday league X1’s in the Saracens Herts League (Championship, Div 4B, Div 8 West and
- [Club Policies](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club-policies/) - Safeguarding and Protecting Children The England and Wales Cricket Board is firmly and enthusiastically committed to continuing to provide an environment that is safe, welcoming and friendly for children and for all people to enjoy the game of cricket. Safeguarding in cricket is based upon providing an enjoyable environment that meets the needs and requirements
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- [Constitution](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/club/constitution/) - PRESTON CRICKET CLUB CONSTITUTION 10th December 2014 RULES The name of the Club is PRESTON CRICKET CLUB. The address of the club is the Recreation Ground, Hitchin Road, Preston, Nr. Hitchin, Hertfordshire SG4 7TY. The colours of the Club shall be Dark Blue, Yellow and Green. Aims and Objectives To provide facilities for and promote
- [News](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/match-reports/) - Preston Cricket Club News Recent Posts 2026 JUNIOR CRICKET August 20, 2026 Weekend RoundUp – 25/26 July August 20, 2026 Weekend RoundUp – 18/19 July August 20, 2026 Categories Match Reports (187) News (246) Archives Archives Select Month August 2026 (3) July 2026 (3) June 2026 (7) September 2025 (2) August 2025 (5) July 2025
- [Gallery](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/gallery/) - Preston Cricket Club Image Galleries
- [Village Cup](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/fixtures/village-cup/) - Preston Cricket Club will once again be entering the The Cricketer National Village Cup competition. Congratulations to Reed CC who knocked Preston out last year who went on to win the competition in 2017 Matches / Results please follow the link below.... www.nationalvillagecup.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/22-Beds_Herts.pdf
- [Cricket Week](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/events/cricket-week/) - Junior Cricket Hitchin, Junior Cricket Stevenage, Junior Cricket Luton, Junior Cricket Letchworth, Cricket Letchworth, Cricket in Hitchin, Cricket in Luton, Cricket in Stevenage, Cricket Knebworth, Knebworth Cricket, Knebworth Cricket Club, Hitchin Cricket Club, Stevenage Cricket Club, Colts Cricket Hitchin, Colts Cricket near Hitchin, Colts Cricket, Colts Stevenage, Colts Cricket Luton, Colts Cricket Stevenage, Herts Cricket, Hertfordshire Cricket, Hitchin Cricket, Luton Cricket, Stevenage Cricket, Letchworth Cricket
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## Friends

- [The Farmhouse Redcoats](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/the-farmhouse-redcoats/)
- [The Hockey and Cricket Shop](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/the-sports-district-2/)
- [Ewe Move](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/ewe-move/)
- [ACA Surveyors](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/aca-surveyors/)
- [Anglia Country Inns](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/anglia-country-inns/)
- [James Newbury](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/james-newbury/)
- [PFP](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/pfp/)
- [Maydencroft](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/maydencroft/)
- [Langley Garage](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/langley-garage/)
- [Mister 4x4](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/mister-4x4/)
- [Brookers](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/brookers/)
- [Oliver Landpower](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/oliver-landpower/)
- [HRJ](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/hrj/)
- [IDNET](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/idnet/)
- [Redmayne Bentley](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/redmayne-bentley/)
- [Future Automation](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/future-automation/)
- [Matthew Hill Bespoke](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/matthew-hill-bespoke/)
- [Bedfordshire County Cricket](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/bedfordshire-county-cricket/)
- [Club Cricket Conference](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/club-cricket-conference/)
- [Saracens Hertfordshire Cricket League](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/saracens-hertfordshire-cricket-league/)
- [Clubmark](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/clubmark/)
- [Onyx Accounting](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/onyx-accounting/)
- [Saracens](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/saracens/)
- [Preston Village Hertfordshire](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/preston-village-hertfordshire/)
- [The Red Lion Preston](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/friends/the-red-lion-preston/)

## Gallery

- [Team Photos](https://prestoncricketclub.co.uk/gallery/team-photos/)

## Categories

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