Clwb Criced Y Bala / Bala Cricket Club

A Huge Thank You! 🏏

A massive thank you to everyone who donated and supported our fundraising efforts to help the club reach its target and purchase our new mobile cricket nets.

This is a fantastic investment for the future of our club and will allow us to provide a much safer and more effective training environment on the cricket field for players of all ages and abilities.

From our youngest juniors taking their first steps in cricket, to our women’s team and 1st XI players developing their skills, these nets will benefit every member of the club for years to come.

Your generosity and continued support show what a fantastic club community we have here at Clwb Criced Y Bala. Together, we are continuing to build a stronger, more sustainable future for cricket in Bala.

Diolch yn fawr iawn / Thank you all for your support! ❤️🖤

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🏏WOMEN’S CRICKET AT CLWB CRICED Y BALA 🏏

Have you ever wanted to give cricket a try?

Our Women’s Softball Cricket sessions are a fantastic way to get active, meet new people, learn new skills and have some fun in a friendly and supportive environment.

📍 Castle Park Cricket Field, Bala
🗓 Every Thursday
⏰ 6:00pm
🏏 Softball Cricket
👧 Girls aged 13+ welcome
💷 FREE for your first 2 weeks

No experience is necessary and all abilities are welcome. Whether you’ve never picked up a cricket bat before or are looking to get back into the game, we’d love to see you there.

Bring a friend and come along for a warm Lakesiders welcome! 💙💛

🏏 Match Report | Brymbo CC 3rds vs Clwb Criced Y Bala 1st XI

North Wales Cricket League Division Four
Dodleston School | Saturday 13th June 2026

Clwb Criced Y Bala travelled to Dodleston School knowing they faced a difficult challenge against a strong Brymbo CC 3rd XI side. The task became even tougher before a ball had been bowled, with Bala only able to field nine players. Despite the disadvantage, the Lakesiders showed tremendous character, determination and team spirit throughout the afternoon.

After winning the toss, captain Jason Jones elected to bat first, looking to put runs on the board and give his side something to defend.

Bala’s innings never quite found the momentum they would have liked, with wickets falling at regular intervals. Rubel Ahmed got things moving with 13, while Dan Williams battled hard for 11. Jack White contributed 19 and Tommy Hughes added a valuable 23 in the middle order.

The standout performances came later in the innings. Joe Evans played positively for an excellent 30 from 35 deliveries, striking a six and two boundaries, while captain Jason Jones remained unbeaten on 17.

The highlight of the innings came from Daf Hughes, who produced a superb counter-attacking knock of 25 from just 22 balls, including three boundaries. His aggressive partnership with Jason Jones gave Bala a late boost and pushed the total beyond the 150 mark.

Despite being two players short, Bala battled their way to 152 all out in 39.5 overs.

Defending 152 was always going to be a huge ask with only nine players on the field, particularly against a Brymbo side containing a number of experienced players.

Bala could not have asked for a better start. With the very first ball of the Brymbo innings, Jack White found the outside edge, and Daf Hughes completed an absolutely stunning catch, one that will be talked about around Castle Park for a long time to come. It was a catch of the highest quality and surely one of the leading contenders for Catch of the Season. The dismissal gave Bala the dream start and showed the determination of a side refusing to be beaten without a fight. 🏏👏🏻🔥

However, Brymbo’s response was led by an outstanding innings from J Hughes, who dominated the chase with a magnificent 109 not out from just 64 balls, including 12 fours and 3 sixes. Supported by Alex Smith’s unbeaten 27, Brymbo steadily took control before accelerating towards the target.

Despite the result, Bala continued to fight throughout the innings. The bowlers kept working hard in difficult circumstances, with Jack White (1-37) and Rubel Ahmed (1-48) claiming the wickets. Every player remained committed and competitive right until the end.

Brymbo eventually reached 153-2 in 23.5 overs, securing victory by 8 wickets.

While the scoreboard shows a defeat, the result only tells part of the story. Turning up with nine players against one of the stronger sides in the division and still posting 152 runs demonstrated the character that has become a hallmark of this Bala side.

Congratulations to Brymbo CC 3rds on today’s victory. We’d like to wish everyone at Brymbo the very best for the rest of the season and thank them for their hospitality and sportsmanship throughout the afternoon. 🏏🤝

Final Result:
Brymbo CC 3rds 153-2 (23.5 overs)
Clwb Criced Y Bala 152 all out (39.5 overs)

Brymbo won by 8 wickets.

🏏 MATCH PREVIEW 🏏

This Saturday, Clwb Criced Y Bala 1st XI are back in action as they travel to Dodleston School to take on Brymbo CC 3rds.

Following an excellent run of form and a series of strong performances, the Lakesiders will be looking to continue their momentum and bring another positive result back to Bala.

The squad has shown great character, discipline and teamwork in recent weeks, and they’ll be hoping to maintain those high standards against what is always a competitive Brymbo side.

📅 Saturday 13th June 2026
📍 Dodleston School
🕛 First Ball: 12:00

The draw will be done computer generated at 4:30pm

SOLD

Only 3 spaces left. First come first served ⚽️🏏

World Cup sweepstake.
Secret draw once all teams sold.
2 teams £5
Winner £50
Runner up £25
3rd £10.

If youre interested please send payment to the cricket club account with WC26 as reference please.
Clwb Criced y Bala
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Thank you muchly 🏏🏏🤞🏼🤞🏼

🏏 MATCH Result 🏏

Clwb Criced Y Bala 1st XI 15–0 Bersham CC 2nds

Unfortunately today's North Wales Cricket League Division 4 fixture at Castle Park was unable to go ahead after Bersham CC 2nds conceded the match.

As a result, Clwb Criced Y Bala are awarded the full 15 points

While it is always disappointing not to get out on the field, the squad remain focused and ready for the challenges ahead as we look to maintain our momentum in Division 4.

A huge thank you to everyone who was prepared to play, help out around the ground, and support the team today.

✅ Bala Win 15–0📍 Castle Park, Bala🏏 North Wales Cricket League Division 4

🏏 MATCHDAY PREVIEW 🏏

Six victories on the bounce and confidence is high as Clwb Criced Y Bala return to Castle Park this Saturday.

The Lakesiders welcome Bersham CC 2nds for another important North Wales Cricket League fixture, looking to continue their outstanding run of form. Recent weeks have seen some excellent performances across the team, with contributions from both experienced players and emerging young talent helping Bala climb the table.

Despite the winning streak, the squad remains fully focused on the challenge ahead and knows they will need to be at their best against a competitive Bersham side.

📅 Saturday 6th June 2026
⏰ First Ball: 12:00pm
📍 Castle Park, Bala

Come down to Castle Park, enjoy an afternoon of cricket, and get behind the Lakesiders as they look to make it seven wins in a row!

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Match Report | Clwb Criced Y Bala 1st XI vs Ruthin CC 2nd XI

🏏 Bala win by 64 runs (13 points to 2)

A superb all-round performance at Castle Park saw Clwb Criced Y Bala make it five victories on the bounce with a convincing 64-run win over Ruthin CC 2nd XI.

After winning the toss, Ruthin elected to field first and immediately put Bala under pressure with some excellent bowling, particularly from youngster Sion Goldston, who bowled with great control and discipline throughout the innings.

Bala’s innings got off to a positive start thanks to Rubel Ahmed, who struck a quick-fire 30 from just 29 balls, including six boundaries. The foundation was then laid by captain Jason Jones, who anchored the innings superbly with a magnificent 83 runs from 130 balls, finding the boundary ten times.

As wickets began to fall around him, Jason’s knock kept Bala in control before some late-innings acceleration pushed the score beyond 200. Tommy Hughes played an excellent attacking innings of 38 from 28 balls, while Jack White added a valuable 37 from 36 deliveries, including two sixes.

Bala finished on 219 for 6 from their 40 overs, setting Ruthin a challenging target.

The chase could not have started any better for Bala. Captain Jason Jones struck with the very first ball of the innings to give the home side the perfect start and immediately put Ruthin on the back foot.

Despite a determined effort from Ieuan Lewis, who carried his bat for an unbeaten 71 from 90 balls, Bala’s bowlers kept control throughout the innings. Jason Jones struck with the very first ball of the match and finished with 2 for 37, while Jack White produced a superb spell of 1 for 12 from 8 overs, including four maidens. Rubel Ahmed and Amrithanand Anil also claimed a wicket each as Bala maintained pressure throughout the chase.

Ruthin closed on 155 for 5 from their 40 overs, leaving Bala comfortable winners by 64 runs.

A strong team performance with bat and ball secures another valuable victory and keeps the momentum building for the Lakesiders.

Top Performers
🏏 Jason Jones – 83 & 2 wickets
🏏 Tommy Hughes – 38
🏏 Jack White – 37 & 1-12 (8 overs)
🏏 Rubel Ahmed – 30 & 1 wicket
🏏 Amrithanand Anil – 1 wicket

Final Score
Clwb Criced Y Bala 219/6 (40 overs)
Ruthin CC 2nd XI 155/5 (40 overs)

✅ Bala win by 64 runs
✅ 13 points secured
🔥 Five wins in a row for the Lakesiders 🏏

🏏 MATCHDAY PREVIEW 🏏

Clwb Criced Y Bala 1st XI are back at Castle Park this Saturday as we welcome Clwb Criced Ruthun 2nd XI for another big North Wales Cricket League clash! 🔥

Bala head into the match in excellent form, having won their last four league matches.

However, the team know that past results count for little once the first ball is bowled. Rhuthun will provide another tough test, and Bala will need to be at their best if they are to continue their winning run.

The Lakesiders have shown great character over the last few weeks with strong bowling displays, improving batting partnerships and excellent team spirit throughout the side.

With Castle Park set for another exciting afternoon of cricket, all support is greatly appreciated as Bala look to put in another big performance on home turf 🔥

📍 Castle Park, Bala
🗓 Saturday 30th May 2026
🕛 First Ball: 12:00