Somerset Cricket Foundation

Girls Softball Success!

30+ teams, from 18 state secondary schools and over 300 girls were involved in the Chance to Compete (supported by Chance to Shine) competitions, culminating in the County Finals yesterday.

Thanks to Huntspill & District Cricket Club for hosting and a huge congratulations to all the schools who made it through to the
U13 and U15 County Finals – an incredible achievement!

And a special shoutout to our champions…

U13 Winners: 🥇 Holyrood Academy
Runner Up: 🥈 Churchill Academy & Sixth Form

U15 Winners: 🥇 The Castle School
Runner Up: 🥈 St. Katherine's School

Well done to every player who took part and the fantastic teachers championing cricket in their schools – you’ve all been fantastic!

SCF College Academy in Partnership with Richard Huish – OFF TO THE NATIONAL FINALS! 🏆

A huge congratulations to Richard Huish College 1st XI, who delivered a fantastic performance at the regional finals to secure their place in the National Finals after an 18-run victory over Barton Peveril College!

Batting first, Huish put up a strong total of 157/5 from 20 overs, led brilliantly by:
Tom R – an unbeaten 41
Ollie A – a superb 37

With the ball, it was a dominant team effort, highlighted by an incredible spell from:
James S – 4 wickets, including a hat-trick!

An outstanding all-round performance from the team. Well done to all the coaches and players.
We’re proud to be working in partnership with Richard Huish and can’t wait to see them in the finals 👊

🏏 LAST CHANCE TO APPLY! 🏏
⏰ Applications close this Friday!

We’re looking for a SEND Community Coach to join the Somerset Cricket Foundation team and help deliver inspiring cricket opportunities for children, young people, and adults with SEND across Somerset.

If you’re enthusiastic, passionate about inclusion, and believe cricket is a game for everyone, we’d love to hear from you! 🙌

📩 Find out more and apply today:

Community Coach - SEND - Somerset Cricket Join Our Team as a Community Coach - SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities)

Somerset Disabled CC D40 battled hard in a competitive clash against Gloucestershire Cricket Foundation, with standout performances, great partnerships, and plenty of positives to take forward.

Read the full match report here 👇
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Somerset Disabled CC Show Fighting Spirit in Competitive D40 Clash with Gloucestershire - Somerset Cricket Foundation Winning the toss, Somerset elected to bat first and got off to a positive start, with openers Oli and Jacob building an excellent partnership. The pair put on 67 for the first wicket, with Oli contributing a quick 40 from 37 balls, including eight boundaries, before being dismissed. Jacob continued....

🌟 Together in Sport – Dementia-Friendly Sessions 🌟
Join us every Monday, 10am–12pm at Somerset County Cricket Club 🏏
In partnership with Reminiscence Learning, these sessions support people living with dementia and their carers through fun, gentle physical activities in a friendly, welcoming space.

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Together in Sport - Somerset Cricket Foundation Somerset Cricket Foundation continues its commitment to supporting communities through inclusive sport with the Together in Sport Dementia Sports Group, providing a welcoming and supportive environment for people living with dementia, their families, and carers. The weekly group takes place every Mo...

📣The Cricket Collective Awards 2026! 📣

These awards celebrate the incredible individuals, clubs, and communities who go above and beyond to make cricket a game for everyone. Whether it is inspiring young players, growing the women and girls’ game, or supporting grassroots cricket, this is your chance to recognise those making a real difference.

Submit your nominations today and help us shine a light on the people who keep cricket thriving across Somerset.

🔗https://form.jotform.com/261592164014351

📢 Women & Girls' Cricket Network Meetings

Women and Girls’ cricket continues to grow across Somerset, and we want to ensure the future of the game is shaped by the people involved in it every week.

These network sessions provide an opportunity for clubs to come together to:
• Discuss current topics and challenges
• Receive season updates
• Clarify rules and regulations
• Share ideas and help shape the future of Women and Girls' cricket in Somerset

Most importantly, these sessions are a chance to share honest feedback, ask questions, and hear different perspectives from across the network, helping to shape future developments including a Women & Girls' Committee.

Monday 22nd June - Joel's SCCC ,Taunton, 6.30pm

Thursday 25th June - Online, 7pm

🎥 Thursday’s session will be recorded and shared afterwards

The real value of these sessions comes from live discussion and having voices from across the game in the room, so we encourage every club to send at least one representative to take part in shaping the future of women’s and girls’ cricket in Somerset.

🔗 Register here: https://forms.office.com/e/6AN5XkMhnn

If there is anything you would like added to the agenda and can't attend, please email [email protected]

Our Disability Development Officer doing great things 🏏⭐

Thank you to the amazing crew, Somerset Foundation Cricket for our training session.

We practised throwing, catching and batting skills and had a fantastic time developing and mastering our skills. We can’t wait for the next session!”

Absolutely delighted to be recognised with my own seat at !
I am one of 53 women being recognised by during the as part of a campaign showcasing the breadth, diversity and richness of the cricket community today to show other women and girls that there is a place for them in the game.

🏏 Somerset's S9 side battled hard in difficult batting conditions against Cornwall, with Cameron and Tom both taking two wickets.

Despite a spirited bowling performance, Cornwall secured victory by six wickets.

📖 Read the full match report on our website.

Somerset S9 Side Battles Hard in Tough Conditions Against Cornwall - Somerset Cricket Foundation Somerset Disabled CC's S9 side travelled to Troon CC on Sunday to face Cornwall Disability XI in their second National Disabled Cricket League fixture, with challenging batting conditions proving decisive in a hard-fought contest. After losing the toss and being asked to bat first, Somerset found sc...