Highnam Court Cricket Club

The club’s pre-season has concluded after friendlies against Down Hatherley Cricket Club and Ashleworth Woodpeckers CC.

In the first match on Saturday 18 April, HCCC were put in to bat and after retired 50s for J Mosley (58) and M Patel (70), some late order runs took us to 234-8.

In reply, a fast start with wickets for H Haridas, D Brand and J Mosley, plus three for G Headington, had Highnam on top, before an excellent seventh wicket partnership took Down Hatherley over the line with five overs to spare.

A competitive and entertaining game, despite the cold weather and evident rustiness, saw DH the victors by four wickets.

In our second match on Saturday 25 April hosting Woodpeckers, retired 50s for M Patel (55), T Gordon (54) and D Oryakhil (55) helped Highnam reach 239 despite an early wobble after being asked to bat first.

In reply, Woodies put up strong resistance early on before 4 wickets in an over for F Warren ensured Highnam ran out winners by 117 runs, with the other wickets shared amongst R Eltringham (3), G Headington (2), L Cruze (2), H Buckland (2) and M Patel (1).

A match played in a superb spirit, ensuring all 25 players got to bat on a beautiful April afternoon.

Our league season starts next weekend, with the 1st XI hosting Tormarton CC in their Division 7A opener, and the 2nd XI visiting Westbury-on-Severn CC to face their 2nd XI to commence their season in Division 8A.

HIGHNAM COURT YOUTH CRICKET 2026

After a successful few seasons having brought youth cricket back to the village, we are pleased to announce the following dates for the spring of 2026.

Dynamos

Dynamos cricket, offered to children aged 8-11, will be run on Friday evenings at the ground between 6 and 7pm for eight weeks, running from 8th May to 26th June.

Please sign up using the link below!

https://ecb.clubspark.uk/Book/93353df1-0316-4661-af89-28d0d855f97d?venue=highnamcourt

U13s

U13 sessions will continue to be held at the ground for ages 12 and 13, this season moving to Monday evenings between 6 and 7pm, starting from May 11th and running until late June.

No need to book, just turn up on the day and our coaches will meet you there!

Join us this sunday as we start our preparations for our 50th season. Something tells me this is going to be an exciting year.......

To those who gave everything, so that we may live and play in peace - thank you 🌹

GCF becomes the First County Organisation to Achieve ECB Gold Standard | Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation The Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation becomes the first cricket board to achieve the highest rating in governance from the ECB.

Our end-of-season edition of the Court Newsletter has arrived, reminiscing over a fantastic season! 🏏

🎤 Our Chairman summarises the season
🏏 Captain's insights into our campaigns
👟 The Great Highnam Court Run 2025!

Read below, or simply head to our weblinks to download the content onto your device. 😊

October brings its own kind of beauty — calm pitches, golden light, and a feeling that something special awaits just beyond the boundary. 🍁🏏

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After some much-needed hydration, let’s take a moment to reflect on the driest season in our history! ☀️

The 1st XI delivered a solid performance during what turned out to be a seesaw season, successfully solidifying their status at the business end of another memorable campaign. 👌🏽

Our 2nd XI faced challenges in a new division but achieved their objectives, which were highlighted by some memorable wins, including that record-breaking innings from Mihir! 🙌🏽

Despite dealing with injuries, the T20 team secured our third consecutive promotion for the club, showcasing sensational performances against a tough league. It was a superb campaign! 🪅

Thank you to our players, volunteers, the community, and opponents for making this season great!

Next year, we’re going big! 👀

2025 is complete as one of the driest seasons has finally concluded, ironically, on a wet note ☀️

Our 1st XI succumbed under the clouds to a fine bowling display as Longborough & Sezincote CC secured promotion, winning by 7 wickets 🫱🏻‍🫲🏼

The 2nd XI secured their league status in emphatic fashion with a ruthless bowling display, beating the rain and Ashleworth Woodpeckers CC, by a margin of 9 wickets 🙌🏽

Thanks to all players, oppositions and volunteers for a fantastic season!