Wellington Cricket Club

The wickets were falling fast but I managed to capture one of them.

🏏 Match Ball Sponsor | 1st XI vs Newtown CC 🏏

Wellington Cricket Club is delighted to welcome The Wickets Inn as the Match Ball Sponsor for today’s 1st XI fixture against Newtown CC.

Located on Holyhead Road, just a stone's throw from Orleton Park, The Wickets Inn is a friendly, community-focused pub offering great food, quality drinks and a warm welcome. With regular live music and excellent service, it's a fantastic place to meet, eat and relax.

We would like to thank Debbie, Lance and everyone at The Wickets Inn for their support of Wellington Cricket Club. Their sponsorship helps us continue to grow the game and support cricket in our local community.

If you haven't visited yet, please support our sponsor and give them a warm Wellington CC welcome.

📞 01952 246991
🌐 www.wicketsinn.com
📱 Facebook: The Wickets Inn Wellington

Match ball sponsorship spaces are available for the remainder of the season. Contact [email protected] for more information.

📋 TEAM NEWS

Our Wellington CC sides are set for another weekend of cricket, with players of all ages representing the club.

The 1st XI host Newtown, WCC is delighted to welcome The Wickets Inn as the Match Ball Sponsor. Thank you for your continued support.

Good luck to everyone 🏏

🥳 The ICC Womens T20 World Cup starts today!

Catch the best of the action on Sky Sports at the club this month, including tonight's opener between England and Sri Lanka!

🥔 BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND!

Snappy Spuds Co will be serving up this Friday's feed. Don't worry about cooking - get yourself to the club for a spud and a drink!

📣 Wellington Cricket Club and Wilson Plumbing and Heating Announce New "Performance Partnership" for 2026! 📣

Wellington Cricket Club is delighted to announce that its long-standing partner, Wilson Plumbing and Heating, has expanded its commitment to the club by becoming our official Performance Sponsor.

This new and innovative sponsorship brief marks a significant step forward in how the club recognizes and rewards excellence, not just on the field, but across every aspect of club life. As the Performance Sponsor, Wilson Plumbing and Heating will drive a series of initiatives designed to elevate standards and celebrate the people who make Orleton Park special.

The Performance Partnership will include:

-Monthly Performance Awards: Recognising outstanding achievements on the pitch and vital contributions from volunteers off the field.
- Coaching Excellence: Provision of high-quality branded clothing for the Wellington CC coaching staff.
- Volunteer Recognition: Headline sponsorship of a ‘Volunteers’ Thank You Party,’ a new annual event dedicated to those who give their time to the club.

Wellington Cricket Club would like to place on record its sincere thanks to Rachel and Gareth Mullard-Wilson, owners of Wilson Plumbing and Heating, for their ongoing support. Their continued passion for local sport and their willingness to evolve this partnership will have a direct, positive impact on players, coaches, and volunteers alike.

Speaking on the announcement, Steve Oliver, chair of Wellington CC, said: "Wilson Plumbing and Heating have been a cornerstone of our commercial family for many years now. By stepping into this new role as Performance Sponsor, they are helping us foster a culture of appreciation and excellence. We are incredibly grateful to Rachel and Gareth for their vision and unwavering support."

For more information on the Performance Awards or to learn more about the club’s partnership opportunities, please visit www.wellingtoncc.co.uk or contact [email protected]

UPDATE

Chris Black's funeral will take place on Tuesday 14th July 2026 at 1:30pm at Telford Crematorium.

Following the service, family and friends are warmly invited to Wellington Cricket Club to celebrate Blackie's life, share memories, and raise a glass in his honour.

🤍🖤 In Memory of Chris Black

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our former member, Chris Black, earlier this week.

Chris joined Wellington Cricket Club in the late 1970s after moving to the area from his native North East. A talented seam bowler, he proudly represented the 1st XI for many years.

In the mid-1990s, "Blackie" took on the role of 2nd XI captain and also served as Chairman of the Cricket Committee. He was a highly popular skipper, widely valued by his teammates for his generosity, leadership, and wonderful sense of humour.

Even after hanging up his boots, Blackie remained a familiar and much-loved presence on the sidelines at Orleton Park, proudly supporting his sons, Stewart and Jonathan, throughout their own playing days.

Blackie will be dearly missed by his many friends across the club. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with Stewart, Jonathan, and the entire family at this incredibly sad time.

We will be paying our respects to Blackie this Saturday ahead of our home fixtures. We will also share details regarding his funeral arrangements with members as soon as they become available.

Today's U13 Tigers team selection
https://www.wellingtoncc.co.uk/teams/285381/match-centre/1-19411783?utm_campaign=team_selection&utm_medium=post&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=1

🌟 Player Highlight

Dilawar Younis delivered a superb spell against Albrighton, leading the 3rd XI to their 7th consecutive victory🏏💪

A match-winning performance! 👏

Today's U12 Girls (Softball) team selection
https://www.wellingtoncc.co.uk/teams/285388/match-centre/1-19598370?utm_campaign=team_selection&utm_medium=post&utm_source=facebook&utm_content=1