Shows
The National Counties Cricket Show"The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club with Aaron Viles of the County Cricket PodcastWelcome to "The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club,
the show that has no need for results, stats & performances, just a proper chat with those in & around Premier League & NCCA cricket
In this show, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by Aaron Viles a.k.a the Cricket Connoisseur, host of the County Cricket Podcast, to discuss the continued growth in first class counties looking down 'below' at the NCCA & Premier Leagues for talent, as well as discussing potentially how a wider ranging reorganisation of the cricketing pyramid could benefit the game from top to bottom!
2025-11-271h 14
The National Counties Cricket Show"The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club - with the "Good for Cricket Media Hero" NomineesWelcome to "The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club,
the show that has no need for results, stats & performances, just a proper chat with those in & around Premier League & NCCA cricket
In this show, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by the 3 nominees for the Toyota Good for Cricket Media Hero awards , Ben Harris of the Cover Point Group, Adam Hope of Lowerhouse CC & Teddie Casterton of the Home Counties Premier Cricket League.
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, why not show us some love and leave us a 5-star review...
2025-10-231h 01
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - "Bucket list . . . Masking tape . . . Life complete!"Welcome to episode 115 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
We spent Saturday at the ECB National Club Championship at Lords, and man of the match Calum Turner of champions Ormskirk joins Livo, Hugh & Matt Taaffe from Cric X to talk all about their big day at the Home of Cricket, and we round up the l...
2025-09-241h 01
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - ECB National Club Championship Final PreviewWelcome to episode 114 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Finals time in the ECB National Club Championship at Lords, the Home of Cricket and Ian Livo has chatted with players from each of the finalists, Ormskirk from the Liverpool & District Premier League and Penzance from the Cornwall Premier League.
Listen to George L...
2025-09-1948 min
The National Counties Cricket Show"The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Show - “The most rogue You Tube set up in club cricket!" with Simon Barnes & Mat Bowden of Oxford DownsWelcome to "The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club,
a series of chats with those in & around Premier League & NCCA cricket but not necessarily playing it!
On this Overthrow Ian Livo is joined by Teddie Casterton from the Home Counties Premier League to chat with Simon Barnes & Mat Bowden of Oxford Downs , otherwise known to us as "the most rogue You Tube set up in club cricket!"
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, why not show us some love and leave us a 5-star review on your favourite podcast platform as...
2025-08-2159 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 16 - “Skill wise there’s not much in it” with Paul Borrington of TicknallWelcome to episode 105 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 15 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Premier League & Derbyshire legend Paul Borrington of Ticknall in the Derbyshire Premier League, and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket h...
2025-08-061h 09
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 15 - “He’s always got a smile on his face but is us for a battle" with Adam Jones of SudburyWelcome to episode 104 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 15 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with the current leading Premier League run scorer in the country, and the first to 1,000 runs this season, Adam Jones of Sudbury in the East Anglia Premier League, and of c...
2025-07-301h 10
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 14 - “I think he’s cost Chorley a 150 quid in balls!" with Anthony Harris of EgertonWelcome to episode 103 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 14 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Anthony Harris of Egerton in the Greater Manchester League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and stories.
2025-07-2356 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 11 - “I always knew I could go home if it was wet!” with Daniel Salpietro of LowerhouseWelcome to episode 99 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 11 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Daniel Salpietro of Lowerhouse in the Lancashire Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and stories.
2025-07-0249 min
The National Counties Cricket Show"The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Show - “Play-Cricket App Opened - Shot!” with Liv Bythell a.k.a The Cricket WidowWelcome to "The Overthrow" from The Premier League Cricket Club,
a series of chats with those in & around Premier League & NCCA cricket but not necessarily playing it!On this first Overthrow we chat with the OG of Cricket Widows, Liv Bythell @livstylelifestyle about life beyond the boundary, the reasons behind the Cricket Widows Club, the forthcoming Otley Run and . . . her stepping over the boundary to play Derbyshire CCC in the Cricket Casuals 2025 Content Creators Cup.
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, why not show us some love and leave us...
2025-06-3034 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 10 - “They just come out and play their shots now, there’s no fear of getting out” with John Hancock of Porthill ParkWelcome to episode 97 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 10 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with with John Hancock of Porthill Park in the North Staffs & South Cheshire Premier League and this week Matt Taaffe of Cric X is on hols so its down to u...
2025-06-251h 07
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 9 - “I was getting a bit of stick from the lads missing the stumps so it was nice to get one the following Saturday!” with George Ealham of Reigate PrioryWelcome to episode 96 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 9 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with with George Ealham of Reigate Priory in the Surrey Championship and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and stories.
2025-06-181h 08
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 8 - “He’s pretty easy going but that would have bothered him!" with Ollie Currill of Knowle & Dorridge CCWelcome to episode 95 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 7 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with with Ollie Currill of Knowle & Dorridge CC in the Birmingham & District Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket h...
2025-06-111h 16
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 7 - “We finished 4th and ended up in the Premier League!" with Alex Fitchett of Kegworth TownWelcome to episode 94 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 7 across the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Alex Fitchett of Kegworth Town in the Leicestershire & Rutland Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and s...
2025-06-051h 09
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 6 - "Can we have the pink balls back?" with Connor Smith & Shaun Fouche of Bournemouth CCWelcome to episode 93 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 6 across now all 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Connor Smith & Shaun Fouche of Bournemouth in the Southern Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights a...
2025-05-291h 02
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 4 - "My old man was a decent club cricketer - or so I’m told" with Ollie Meadows of Bedminster CCWelcome to episode 91 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 5 across now 31 of the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Ollie Meadows of Bedminster in the West of England Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket h...
2025-05-221h 07
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 4 - "We had an absolute blast to be honest - Great fun!" with Andrew Neal of Harpenden CCWelcome to episode 90 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 4 across now 31 of the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Andrew Neal of Harpenden in the Hertfordshire Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and s...
2025-05-141h 08
This Sporting PlanetCricket: India's World Cup Chances & The Future of Women's Cricket with Annesha GhoshWelcome to This Sporting Planet, your definitive source for 'The World's View of Sport'. 🌍🎙️
In this special bonus episode, host Colette Wong (Singapore) sits down with sports journalist, cricket commentator, and producer Annesha Ghosh (India) for an in-depth discussion on the state of women's cricket.
They cover the rise of the game in India, the upcoming World Cup, and the role of the Women's Premier League in creating a new generation of players.
Here is a breakdown of the main topics:
World Cup Hopes: Annesha discusses the pressure on India's team to win t...
2025-05-1226 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "As the name suggests we are a National competition!" with NCCA Operations Director Richard LoganWelcome to episode 7 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!
In this episode we chat with Richard Logan, Operations Director at the NCCA and discuss some of the changes that have happened ahead of this season, how players qualify to play NCCA and look forward to the NCCA...
2025-05-0829 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 3 - "14th Best All-Rounder in the Country this week!" with Eddie Walmsley of Moorlands CCWelcome to episode 87 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 3 across now 24 of the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Eddie Walmsley of Moorlands CC in the Huddersfield Premier League to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights and stories.
Thanks for listening and i...
2025-05-0759 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Premier Leagues are BACK! A Cornwall Premier League Preview' with Joe White of Callington CCWelcome to episode 87 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.
In this episode as the Premier Leagues returns this weekend, Livo chats with Joe White of Callington to preview the Cornwall Premier League ahead of the season including the names to look out for and predictions!
Thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, why not show us some l...
2025-05-0235 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 2 - "Northants Premier League is the one they want!" with Mark Hodgson of Oundle TownWelcome to episode 86 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.
It's Match Week 2 across now 18 of the 33 x ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat with Mark Hodgson of Oundle Town in the Northants Premier League and of course Matt Taaffe of Cric X to round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights a...
2025-05-011h 03
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "NCCA Cricket is Back at last!" with Ben Wilcox of Downham Stow, Norfolk CCC & the ChallengersWelcome to episode 6 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination fordynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!In this episode we chat with Ben Wilcox of Downham Stow, Norfolk CCC & the Challengers who having scored a ton in last years NCCA Trophy final on the way to victory for Norfolk...
2025-04-2525 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 1 - "Getting the band back together!"Welcome to episode 85 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.It's Match Week 1 across 11 of the ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to chat about with our friend from Cric X, Matt Taaffe now of Blackpool in the Northern Premier League, and round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights
2025-04-2450 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Premier Leagues are BACK! A Greater Manchester Premier League Preview' with Guy Emmett of Roe Green CCWelcome to episode 84 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode as the Premier Leagues returns this weekend, Livo & Hugh chat with Guy Emmett of Roe Green to preview the Greater Manchester Premier League ahead of the season including the names to look out for and predictions!Thanks for listening and if y...
2025-04-1846 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Premier Leagues are BACK! An East Anglian Preview' with James Hale of Great WitchinghamWelcome to episode 83 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode as the Premier Leagues returns this weekend, Livo & Hugh chat with James Hale of Great Witchingham in the East Anglian Premier League to preview the season ahead, including the names to look out for and predictions!Thanks for listening and if y...
2025-04-1740 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Premier Leagues are BACK! A Liverpool & District Preview' with Gary Knight of OrmskirkWelcome to episode 82 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode as the Premier Leagues returns this weekend, Livo & Hugh chat with Gary Knight of Ormskirk CC who won the Liverpool & District Premier League last season to preview the season ahead, including the names to look out for and some interesting predictions!T...
2025-04-1537 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'The Road to Lords' with Joe Buttleman of Brentwood CCWelcome to episode 81 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode as the ECB National Club Championship returns this weekend, Livo & Hugh chat with Joe Buttleman of Brentwood CC who won the National Club Championship at Worcester CCC last September.It's the pinnacle of club cricket in England & Wales, the final is b...
2025-04-1038 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Maiden Cricket Show from the Premier League Cricket Club with Ellie ThrelkeldWelcome to episode 81 of The Premier League Cricket Show and episode 1 of The Maiden Cricket Show, brought to you by the Premier League Cricket Club!Not only are we the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action, we're also going to be talking about the incredible growth and the stories around Womens & Girls cricket in conjunction with our partners at Maiden Cricket and with our new c...
2025-04-0241 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'The 6 Pillars & Pre-Season Advice' with Tom Scollay of Cricket MentoringWelcome to episode 80 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this 3rd episode with our Head Coach Tom Scollay of Cricket Mentoring, Livo & Hugh discuss with Tom the 6 Pillars that drive the Cricket Mentoring philosophy together with Scolls thoughts on how we should go about pre-season here in the UK.Thanks for listening a...
2025-03-2750 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “Possibly the most successful club in England?” with Jez Lamb of Upton CCWelcome to episode 79 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo is on the road and chats with Jez Lamb, Chairman of Upton CC who have a claim to being possibly the most successful club in England in 2024!Upton are going to be one of our 'non-Premier League clubs' to follow during the season a...
2025-03-2144 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Why is Western Australia Cricket So Strong?' with Tom Scollay of Cricket MentoringWelcome to episode 78 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with Tom Scollay of Cricket Mentoring about a subject we have broached a number of times in the last year, that is why is Western Australia cricket so strong? Fascinating insight with our Head Coach Scolls and listen to the end as to w...
2025-03-2029 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “The Cric X Boy Band" with Dan Blatherwick, James Meggitt & John MoonWelcome to episode 77 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode Livo & Hugh chat with Dan Blatherwick of Hucknall, James Meggitt of Cardiff & John Moon of Werrington who are sharing a house in Melbourne whilst playing for St. Albans having been set up for the winter by our friends at Cric XT...
2025-03-1059 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "If you knew my dad as well as me" with Freddie Fallows of Kendal, Cumbria & the ChallengersWelcome to episode 4 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination fordynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!In this episode we chat with Kendal, Cumbria & Challengers all-rounder Freddie Fallows who is presently "Overseas at the Crease" playing top level cricket for Yarram & District Pelicans in Australia.
2025-02-2656 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “The B3 Difference" with Michael BlatherwickWelcome to episode 76 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode Livo & Hugh chat with experienced Premier League cricketer Michael Blatherwick who as Managing Director of B3 Cricket is partnering with our Premier League Cricket Club! Thanks for listening and if you enjoy the show, why not show us some love and l...
2025-02-2057 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “The Champions League of European Cricket" with Vinny Sandhu of European CricketWelcome to episode 75 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, as current European Champions Hornchurch & T20 National Champions Northern prepare to head to Spain to take part in the European Cricket League, we chat with top commentator & host from the European Cricket Network Vinny Sandhu a.k.a. Mr. Maximoooo as he takes you on a j...
2025-02-181h 08
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “Never Mind the Cobbles!" with Colson Smith of Castleford Cricket ClubWelcome to episode 74 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with Colson Smith, Director of Cricket at Castleford CCin the Yorkshire North Premier League about how he ended up in the role, Yorkshire league cricket & his absolute passion for all things cricket & Castleford - oh and combining the role with h...
2025-02-131h 06
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “Never Mind the Cobbles!" with Colson Smith of Castleford Cricket ClubWelcome to episode 74 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with Colson Smith, Director of Cricket at Castleford CCin the Yorkshire North Premier League about how he ended up in the role, Yorkshire league cricket & his absolute passion for all things cricket & Castleford - oh and combining the role with h...
2025-02-131h 06
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "From Dumbleton to Harare!" with Alex Russell of Wales National CountyWelcome to episode 3 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination fordynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!In this episode we chat with Bridgwater & Wales National County leg-spinner Alex Russell who is presently "Overseas at the Crease" playing first class cricket in Zimbabwe.Thanks for...
2025-02-1151 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - “From Downing Street to Chemical Burns!” with Nick Friend of North Middlesex CC & the CricketerWelcome to episode 73 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with a former under 13 National Champion, Nick Friend of North Middlesex CC in the Middlesex Premier League, as we go on a roller coaster from the most successful team in North Middlesex history, to his opponents thinking he had 'shat himself'!
2025-02-071h 09
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Overseas at the Crease - Down Under!' with Noah Kelly of Driffield Town & Yorkshire CCCWelcome to episode 72 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh return to our 'Overseas at the Crease' series but this time to the opposite side of the world as they chat with Noah Kelly of Driffield Town & Yorkshire CCC who is currently plundering (yes Livo, plundering!) runs down in Australia for Beaumaris in Victoria, a...
2025-01-3050 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Fancy being our head coach?' with Tom Scollay of Cricket MentoringWelcome to episode 71 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with Tom Scollay of Cricket Mentoring about his journey from Alice Springs to Middlesex CCC, Crouch End, Eastcote & East Molesey cricket clubs before settling back in Western Australia and becoming the legend behind the Cricket Mentoring community.Thanks f...
2025-01-2147 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Fancy being our head coach?' with Tom Scollay of Cricket MentoringWelcome to episode 71 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we follow, report on and talk about all of the 33 ECB Premier Leagues action.In this episode, Livo & Hugh chat with Tom Scollay of Cricket Mentoring about his journey from Alice Springs to Middlesex CCC, Crouch End, Eastcote & East Molesey cricket clubs before settling back in Western Australia and becoming the legend behind the Cricket Mentoring community.Thanks f...
2025-01-2149 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Transfer Special' with Livo, Hugh & Matt Taaffe of Cric XWelcome to episode 70 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 33 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this second episode of 2025, Livo & Hugh chat with Matt Taaffe of Cric X about the 300+ transfers that have already happened across the now 33 ECB Premier Leagues which you can follow being updated weekly on our website as well!
2025-01-1657 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "Champions (again!)" with Challengers Tilly Kesteven & Caitlin BelcherWelcome to episode 2 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination fordynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!In this episode we chat with Challengers Tilly Kesteven & Caitlin Belcher as they look back on the successful defense of the recent European Cricket Championship in Spain.Thanks...
2025-01-0849 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'That community we call cricket' with Mark Boyns of Opening Up CricketWelcome to episode 69 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this first episode of 2025, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with Mark Boyns of Opening Up Cricket which was created with the aim of speaking to local cricketers about the experience of losing of club member in the hope that more conversations about t...
2025-01-011h 00
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Merry Christmas from us' with Gary PrattWelcome to episode 68 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are thrilled to be joined to talk all things Premier League & NCCA cricket by the leading Premier League run scorer of all-time, the legend that is Gary Pratt of Richmondshire, Cumbria, Durham & England Cricket!
2024-12-2458 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe National Counties Cricket Show - "Champions (again!)" with Rory Haydon & Johnny ConnellWelcome to episode 1 of The National Counties Cricket Show, brought to you by the team behind the Premier League Cricket Show and bringing you the ultimate destination fordynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the non-professional cricket pyramid across the 20 x National Counties, formerly Minor Counties, and their burgeoning representative side the Challengers!In this episode we chat with Staffordshires Rory Haydon & Berkshires Johnny Connell as they look back on the successful defense of the recent European Cricket Championship in Spain....
2024-12-0546 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'It's our 1st Birthday' with David 'Bumble' LloydWelcome to episode 67 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome celebrate the shows 1st birthday being joined to talk all things Premier League by the legend that is David 'Bumble' Lloyd!A proper old chat about Premier League cricket and all t...
2024-12-0359 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Taking the Mic' with Dan WhitingWelcome to episode 66 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by commentator & writer Dan Whiting to talk about his life around cricket and in particular his new book 'Taking the Mic' which is the story of the 2024 cricket season through the eyes of a f...
2024-11-2058 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - 'Sticky Dogs and Stardust' with Scott OliverWelcome to episode 65 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by the writer of the Wisden book of the year, Sticky Dogs and Stardust written by Scott Oliver.As the strapline says, Livo & Hugh discuss "When the Legends Played i...
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The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Cricket was always my first love with Nigel MartynWelcome to episode 64 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by ex-Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Everton and England goalkeeper, but more importantly a wicket keeping Premier League cricketer next season, Nigel Martyn of Knaresborough CC, newly promoted to the Yorkshire North Premier League
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The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - The End of Season Stats Special with Matt Taaffe of Cric XWelcome to episode 63 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this end of season stats special Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome are joined by Matt Taaffe of Cric X to chat about not just the top performers from around the ECB Premier Leagues but also some of the more 'niche' stats from around t...
2024-10-3151 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - "We’re not a club that’s solely focused on the 1st XI" with Nick Anderson of Didsbury CCWelcome to episode 62 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.Recorded a couple of weeks post the ECB Premier League season, Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with guest Nick Anderson of Didsbury CC in the Cheshire League about his career, his club, retiring form NCCA cricket and his ambassadorship with Woodstock Cricket, from w...
2024-10-241h 02
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe European Cricket Show - Preview of ECC Championship Week with England Skipper Dan LincolnWelcome to episode 61 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this bonus episode, we become the European Cricket Show as Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with NCCA England XI skipper, Dan Lincoln, who is back in Spain to lead the squad into Championship week and looking to retain the European Cricket Championship t...
2024-10-1434 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - "Overseas @ The Crease" with Caleb JewellWelcome to episode 60 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, we continue our series with overseas professionals talking about their time in the ECB Premier Leagues and their careers with a chat with Caleb Jewell of Doncaster Town CC in the Yorkshire South Premier League who is now back in A...
2024-10-0840 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 23 - "I’ve missed NCCA no end" with Matt Siddall of Fleetwood CCWelcome to episode 59 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.It's Match Week 23 in the ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to talk about with guest Matt Siddall of Fleetwood CC in the Northern Premier League, and round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlightsThanks f...
2024-09-2754 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe European Cricket Show - Preview the European Cricket Championships with Mr. Maximooooo Vinny SandhuWelcome to episode 58 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this bonus episode, we become the European Cricket Show as Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with European Cricket Networks lead-commentator, Mr. Maximooooo himself, Vinny Sandhu, previewing the European Cricket Championships which started yesterday in Cartama, Spain; and for which the NCCA England X...
2024-09-241h 12
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe European Cricket Show - Preview the European Cricket Championships with Mr. Maximooooo Vinny SandhuWelcome to episode 58 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this bonus episode, we become the European Cricket Show as Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with European Cricket Networks lead-commentator, Mr. Maximooooo himself, Vinny Sandhu, previewing the European Cricket Championships which started yesterday in Cartama, Spain; and for which the NCCA England X...
2024-09-241h 12
The Community Cricket PodcastA Pathway for State School Children, with Darren TalbotIn this episode, we finally turn the microphone to face Twenty20 Community Cricket Founder and MD Darren Talbot, as he explains how and why he founded the company. We celebrate Darren's recent award winning appearance at the Kia Oval, and he tells us all about his vision for plugging the coaching gap for state school educated children, and how he believes this is a premise that could work nationwide and not just within Surrey. He also shares how the set-up is tailored specifically to cater for its girls' academy, as well as his plans for the future. Enjoy the...
2024-09-2333 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - ECB National Club T20 Final Preview with Northern & Oundle Town CCWelcome to episode 57 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this bonus episode Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with Alex Vincent of Northern CC followed by Conor & Harrison of Oundle Town CC to preview this weekends ECB National Club T20 Final taking place at Derbyshire CCCThanks f...
2024-09-2042 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 22 - "It is a batters game!" with Dustin MeltonWelcome to episode 56 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.It's Match Week 22 in the ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to talk about with guest Dustin Melton of Ockbrook & Borrowash CC in the Derbyshire Premier League, and round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlightsT...
2024-09-181h 02
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - ECB Club Championship Final with Northern & Brentwood CCWelcome to episode 55 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this bonus episode Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome chat with Liam Grey & Tyler McGladdery of Northern CC followed by Joe & Will Buttleman of Brentwood CC to preview this weekends ECB Club Championship Final taking place at Worcester CCT...
2024-09-1346 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - Match Week 21 - "Can’t give away my transfer secrets" with Justin MouldWelcome to episode 54 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.It's Match Week 21 in the ECB Premier Leagues for Ian Livo & Hugh Newsome to talk about with guest Justin Mould of Bagnall Norton CC in the North Staffs & South Cheshire Premier League, and round up the weeks Premier League cricket highlights
2024-09-1259 minThe Community Cricket PodcastParticipation For All, With Mark RamprakashThis week we are grateful to Mark Ramprakash for making time available to speak to us. Whilst you will likely be familiar with his professional career (as international or county player, or England men's batting coach, or dare we say it, even on the dancefloor), his story and experience is of much greater breadth; whether in the role of Director of Cricket at Harrow School, or having come through the state school education system himself, Mark's viewpoint covers all aspects of the UK cricket and coaching environment. Offering a balanced and well considered perspective, this is not to be...
2024-09-1038 min
The National Counties Cricket ShowThe Premier League Cricket Show - "Overseas @ The Crease" with Bryn LlewellynWelcome to episode 53 of The Premier League Cricket Show, the ultimate cricket destination for dynamic discussions, exclusive guests, and unmatched insights from around the peak of the club cricket pyramid where we will follow not only the 32 ECB Premier Leagues but also all the NCCA (National Counties, formerly Minor Counties) action.In this episode, we continue our series with overseas professionals talking about their time in the ECB Premier Leagues and their careers with a chat with Bryn Llewellyn of Clifton Alliance CC in the Yorkshire North Premier League who is heading back to Q...
2024-09-0952 minThe Community Cricket PodcastCoaches Corner No.1This week we deviate from our usual interview format, and bring in one of our own, in the form of a chat with Robin Maslin, level 3 qualified head coach at Epsom CC, and Director / Head Coach here at Twenty20 Community Cricket. In the first of a series of 'Coaches Corner' chats we tap into the enormous wealth of coaching experience we have access to in order to help provide inspiration, additional ideas and solutions for the coaching community out there in the club cricketing environment. In this chat, we particularly focus on how coaches can avoid turning something relatively...
2024-08-0636 minThe Community Cricket PodcastCricket Clothing Made FOR Girls, BY Girls, with Honor BlackThis week we were lucky enough to sit down and chat with one of the co-creators of Maiden Cricket, Honor Black. Honor (and her sister Cat) are the teenage brains behind the new cricket clothing brand for girls, and she shares the story of their experience in an environment otherwise so tailored towards male participation. We hear about their introduction into cricket, the inspiration behind the brand, the clothing the girls have created, and why. It's fabulous to hear how younger participants can both influence and bring a sense of entrepreneurial spirit, whilst helping to make cricket a truly...
2024-07-2330 minThe Community Cricket PodcastComing Back From the Brink of Closure, with George TaylorThis week we chat with George Taylor of Colehill Cricket Club in Dorset, as he shares the dramatic story of the club. He relays how complaints from neighbours left the club staring at the prospect of closure, before a subsequent social media and crowdfunding campaign not only saved Colehill CC, but has seen it go on to scale new heights subsequently. A true 'phoenix from the flames' story. Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation ai...
2024-07-0928 minThe Community Cricket PodcastBatting Simulation Technology, with Runish GudhkaIn this week's pod, we speak with Co-founder & CEO at Batfast Sports, Runish Gudhka. Runish explains how high quality, adaptable batting simulation technology can now be available at your local club. He discusses how it is no longer necessary to have to emply a bowler or someone to feed a bowling machine in order for a batter to hit plenty of balls, and how the hardware and software created by Batfast could be employed not just at your cricket club, but as gamification and a means of increasing participation away from the typical environment. Enjoy the show!
2024-06-2537 minThe Community Cricket PodcastProviding State School opportunities via the MCC Foundation, with Adam DavidsonThis week we're excited to bring you a conversation with Adam Davidson, Regional Programme Manager for the MCC Foundation. Adam tells us all about the programme, how it is tailored to provide free training and development opportunities for the selected state school cricketers across the country, how particpants can get involved, and some of the upsides of doing so. It's a wonderful programme that stretches right across the country for both boys and girls in secondary education, so all clubs should be looking to put their players forward for selection. One not to be missed. Enjoy the show!
2024-06-1124 minThe Community Cricket PodcastCricket Club Culture & People, with John OatesThis week we're pleased to bring you a conversation with John Oates focussing on best practice around the commercial and marketing areas within cricket. John is the man behind Get Sport Support, a business tailored towards professional and community sports set-ups, and our conversation touches on everything from selling sponsorship and memberships, to community interaction, building a culture, and harnessing volunteers on a short term project basis. John draws together a wealth of industry experience to blend practical principles with genuine insight that will make a difference at your club. Check out details below to sign-up to a series...
2024-05-2834 minThe Community Cricket PodcastBuilding a Village Club Community, with David JaquesThis week we welcome David Jaques, a genuine 'lifer' down at Capel Cricket Club in the Dorking area of Surrey, to share insights into how he's helped play a key part in creating a community centric cricket club in a village context, against a backdrop where so many others have struggled. We hear how he has learned to harness local influencers, to make space for volunteers to grow into roles, the importance of a fun environment and the sheer depth of passion invested into the club. A true inspiration; enjoy the show! Notes on podcast s...
2024-05-1437 minThe Community Cricket PodcastEp 27: Digital Raffle Funding, with David GrayThis week we delve deeper into fundraising for cricket clubs, and in particular how digital raffle platforms specifically tailored towards sports clubs can prove extremely time efficient whilst also generating a regular source of club income. We speak with David Gray, Business Development Director at Play Fund Win, in order to find out more… Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all...
2024-04-3022 minThe Community Cricket PodcastEngaging via Backyard Cricket, with Alex SmithWe delve into new areas this week, via a conversation with Alex Smith, one of the co-founders of Backyard Cricket England. We hear how the burgeoning backyard cricketing scene in Australia proved the inspiration for a UK equivalent, the resultant Backyard Ashes series, and how the 'jumpers for goalposts' spirit of this form of the game can make for an easy entry but fun alternative brand of cricket for players of all ages to enjoy. Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Tw...
2024-04-1621 minThe Community Cricket PodcastExpanding Midweek Participation, with Matt CampThis week we speak with Matt Camp, the creator of Slam Cricket, a competition originating in the South of England out of the need to plug a gap in participation. Back in 2018, Matt was savvy enough to recognise that people's time was at more of a premium than ever before, making all day recreational cricket at weekends an unworkable proposition for many. Hear how and why he set about providing a viable short form weeknight alternative for those who still want to play. Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Co...
2024-04-0235 minThe Community Cricket PodcastLevelling the Playing Field for Girls, with Patrick William-PowlettThis week we chat with Patrick William-Powlett, chair at South Shields Cricket Club. We hear how Patrick has empowered club coaches to provide an abundance of hardball opportunities for juniors regardless of gender, and in particular how South Shields CC have pro-actively energised their girls section, whilst simultaneously nurturing relationships with local schools. Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and promote cricket in state schools, to develop young cricketers of all ag...
2024-03-1925 minThe Community Cricket PodcastLessons from Women & Girls' Hockey, with Will Cooper & Georgie WoodThis week we change lanes somewhat, in exploring what lessons might be learned for cricket coaches from the field of women and girls' hockey. To do so, we take inspiration from Georgie Wood and Will Cooper, who are captain and coach for the Reigate Priory 1st XI hockey team. We discuss similarities in approach with our own sport, how women's hockey is much further developed relative to the development of women's cricket, and some of the on-going struggles that Will is confronted with as a male coach in an otherwise all female environment. Equal parts inspiration and information, you...
2024-03-0543 minThe Community Cricket PodcastEnergising Wheelchair Cricket, with Russ CarterRuss Carter is a man who wears many hats, including that of coach, player and cricket equipment business owner. However it's in his role at the forefront of the development of wheelchair cricket that we focus on for this episode, as Russ explains how becoming a wheelchair user himself led to his immersion into the expansion and enjoyment of cricket for others in similar siutations. From situation-specific rules, playing locations and equipment, to the drive for more players of all abilities, it is hard not to be inspired by Russ' determination and remorseless energies to ensure that cricket truly...
2024-02-2028 minThe Community Cricket PodcastInspirational Cricket in Czechia, with Chris PearceThis week we have the pleasure of a conversation with Chris Pearce to share with you. Chris runs the Kriketová Akademie in Czechia, and provides a truly fascinating insight into the challenges of energising a minority sport in a country where cricket goes largely unseen. Chris' energy and passion are evident throughout, as he provides a masterclass in how to both cajole and inspire, whilst also reassuring parents that no horses are required! You won't want to miss this. Enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is bro...
2024-02-0637 minThe Community Cricket PodcastSaving Money whilst Sourcing Funding, with Tom BaileyThis week we speak with Tom Bailey, chair, committee member, player and volunteer at his hometown club, Clitheroe CC. However its in his role as a director at TJB Sports & Community that we delve into the detail; because theirs is a business providing expertise and advice for sports clubs looking to save money and become more efficient. And which cricket club doesn't want to do both!? We talk cost savings, sourcing funding, improving facilities, improved funding bids and a whole lot more. Sit back, and enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series:
2024-01-2329 minThe Community Cricket PodcastDigitally Managing Your Cricket Club, with Scott McKechnieFor our first episode of the new year we speak with Scott McKechnie, skipper and committee member at Dartford Cricket Club, former international wicketkeeper for Hong Kong and founder & CEO at PLAI Sport. Scott has devised an app that is designed to manage your cricket club's affairs, generating more engagement and income, whilst taking less of your time to do so. Intrigued to hear more..? Listen on..! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aim...
2024-01-0928 minThe Community Cricket PodcastExpanding Participation through Friendlies, with Andy James and Ben WhitehouseHave you ever considered how many potential casual cricketers are not catered for by regular, competitive, club match play? Andy James and Ben Whitehouse from the Friendly Cricket Collective certainly have, and they set about doing something about it in the Bristol area. Latent players both, they managed to build a sufficiently warm, welcoming and social cricket environment from the fringes of their children's primary school, that openly recognised that irregular fixtures in a non-competitive context could appeal to the kind of potential player who might otherwise feel frozen out by the traditional club cricket environment. There are lessons...
2023-12-1240 minThe Community Cricket PodcastA Supercharged Approach to Schools, with Jim ClarkeEver wanted to properly connect local schools to your cricket club? Then this is the podcast for you! This week our conversation is with Jim Clarke, Cricket Development Officer at Winchmore Hill Cricket Club. Suffice to say, Jim takes a pro-active approach to schools engagement to a whole new level, and the clubs that have been lucky enough to benefit from his efforts have done so with undeniably impressive results. Pin back your ears, and enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Tw...
2023-11-2829 minThe Community Cricket PodcastEp 16: An Environmental Focus to Benefit Your Cricket Club, with Bob PeirceWe veer into new territory this week via a conversation with Bob Peirce from Sidcup Cricket Club. Bob is the driving force behind many of the sports club's environmentally focussed activities, from improving the aesthetics of the playing and surrounding areas, to dramatically reducing energy costs and driving efficiency through a range of endeavours, both large and small. Though Sidcup CC is part of a bigger sports club set-up, there are valuable lessons here for all cricket clubs, regardless of size; enjoy the show! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Po...
2023-11-1426 minThe Community Cricket PodcastMaking the Club the Heartbeat of the Community, with Rich FeistWe're excited to share this week's conversation with Rich Feist, the long-time member and now chair at Merstham Cricket Club, as he explains the extraordinary breadth of the club's reach across the local community. He shares a tremendous wealth of insight and inspiration in equal measure, relaying how the club has been involved in local schools, charities, sponsorships, food banks and so much more, enabling the cricket club to become the very heartbeat of the local community. If you're looking for ideas as to how to breath energy into your local club, this is the e...
2023-10-3136 minThe Community Cricket PodcastMaximising Digital Platforms, with John FullerThis week we chat with John Fuller, the man behind cricketyorkshire.com, an editorial website covering grassroots and club cricket in the Yorkshire region. With many years' experience also on club committees and as a player as well as having created and run his own online presence, John is intriguingly placed to share his expertise in regards to the use of digital platform use within club cricket. We discuss how to make the most from digital content, Play Cricket, social media and LinkedIn amongst a host of others, as we look to share ideas that n...
2023-10-1741 minThe Community Cricket PodcastPlugging the Participation Gap, with Ben WilsonThis week's conversation is with Ben Wilson, the driving force behind the Save Village Cricket campaign. It's a campaign that started with trying to prevent his club from having to pull matches due to a shortfall of participants, and has expanded into a countrywide effort to drive participation via effective communication and lobbying. Ben shares his best practice on everything from enabling clubs to easily connect with a pool of players to cover last minute drop outs, to making provision for refugees to more easily participate in league and friendly cricket. En...
2023-10-0338 minThe Community Cricket PodcastEmpowering Young People through Cricket, with Chris WhitakerThis week our conversation is with Chris Whitaker, chair of the management committee of the Young Leaders in Cricket Programme; as the name suggests it is an initiative designed to improve and develop leadership and life skills through cricket, targeted at teenagers aged fourteen to sixteen. The programme encompasses a number of elements designed to encourage young people to take on voluntary roles at their clubs, from coaching to groundskeeping, and umpiring to scoring via fundraising and collaboration. A brilliant programme, it manages to develop new volunteers, as well as life skills amongst its participants, it is no surprise...
2023-09-1937 minThe Community Cricket PodcastLearning From the Past to Improve the Future, with Duncan StoneThis week our conversation is with Duncan Stone, author of the book "Different Class – The Untold Story of English Cricket", which explores the notion of inclusion and exclusion within cricket at all levels. It was a conversation we undertook in the hope that doing so would help to contextualise current day issues in cricket, and then to consider how we might pro-actively impact the game so it could have a more inclusive future; clearly a highly topical conversation at any time, but doubly so in the context of the ICEC report which was released earlier this summer. Duncan shares so...
2023-09-0531 minThe Community Cricket PodcastPotential Pitch Solutions, with Rich Beghin & Kate CostinThis week our conversation is with Rich Beghin & Kate Costin, founder and general manager respectively at Flicx. Flicx provide a potential answer to the problem of the increasing demand for pitch availability. Their solution comes in the form of an artificial, portable cricket pitch which can be rolled out more or less anywhere, creating a suitable place to get a game on, whether on a club outfield, or in a non-traditional cricketing environment. We discuss the fascinating origins of the product, how it has developed over the years, its relative cost effectiveness and how it c...
2023-08-0136 minThe Community Cricket PodcastCulture, Values and Behaviour in Junior Cricket, with Simon HardsThis week we chat with Simon Hards, the Assistant Director of Cricket Participation for the Surrey Cricket Foundation. Simon was a key figure in the creation and implementation of a new Values and Behaviours Framework for the Surrey Junior Cricket Championship. The framework was created to further develop a positive culture in which young people can learn to love the game of cricket in Surrey, and consists of three core values (Spirit, Inclusion and Enjoyment) from which a number of key behaviours form across specific stakeholder groups (coaches/team managers, parents, guardians & spectators and players). W...
2023-07-1840 minThe Community Cricket PodcastThe Connective Power of Walking Cricket, with Mac McKechnie & Kendal JamesThis week we speak with Kendal James and Mac McKechnie. Kendal is Participation Manager for the Yorkshire Cricket Foundation, and Mac is the driving force behind the creation and expansion of the walking cricket programme within the Yorkshire region. This is a heart-warming and enlightening conversation themed around attracting older generations to participate in cricket, whether for the first time or returning after a number of years, in a way that makes the players feel safe and welcome, but whilst also creating space for social interaction and competition. We discuss how walking cricket started, gained m...
2023-07-0438 minThe Community Cricket PodcastHarnessing your Youth Section, with Peter HerbertThis week we speak with Peter Herbert, junior coordinator at Stockport Trinity Cricket Club, based just outside of Manchester. Pete has been in the role for seven years and has an expert view on harnessing the All Stars programme and particularly on how to create a real sense of energy around youth recruitment. We cover a range of relevant topics, from succession planning, club pathways, collaboration with clubs in the locality, and going above and beyond the basic provision of the All Stars programme in order to ensure continuity and encourage the enjoyment of participants, i...
2023-06-2039 minThe Community Cricket PodcastLearning from the Aussie set-up, with Henry CupittThis week's interview sees Henry Cupitt joining us all the way from New South Wales, Australia. Henry has a tremendous wealth of experience as a club, association development and pathways coach both here in the UK and in Australia, having worked for Middlesex Cricket and the MCC, coaching privately and in the Kent Girls pathway. Henry is now a Cricket manager for Cricket NSW, driving participation in a region several times larger than the whole of the UK. This week's conversation seeks to compare and contrast the coaching and club environments in both Australia and t...
2023-06-0638 minThe Community Cricket PodcastCreating the Best Women's & Girls' Environment, with Sarah GinnThis week's episode features a particularly interesting interview with Sarah Ginn, an inspirational coach who has been at the very forefront of driving participation for women and girls for the best part of two decades. Sarah has set up and run both St Fagans CC and Berkswell CC women's sections, works with the juniors in the regional talent pathway in the midlands, and brings an enormous wealth of experience as player, motivator, coach and administrator. The conversation reveals any number of useful hints for clubs seeking a true direction in harnessing th...
2023-05-2342 minThe Community Cricket PodcastChannelling All Stars to Energise Your Club, with Hallam CCThis week's episode features a fascinating interview with Richard Storer and Humphrey Emery from Hallam Cricket Club near Sheffield, awash with a palpable sense of energising their club environment, and in particular upon embracing the All Stars programme. The conversation also explores the importance of club visibility, the challenges of providing girls a pathway into ladies cricket, expanding and enthusing volunteers, and how to motivate children to progress through the age groups into the adult teams. The Community Cricket Podcast is a new series created for anyone seeking to help club cr...
2023-05-0946 minThe Community Cricket PodcastRunning Your Club, with John SwannickThe Community Cricket Podcast is a new series created for anyone seeking to help club cricket thrive, brought to you by the people at Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd. Today's conversation is with John Swannick, founder of the Cricket Club Development Network. John has been involved in playing and administration around club cricket for many years, and in the absence of an alternative source of business support, decided to set up a community with the intent of sharing best practice in the development and day-to-day management of cricket clubs back in 2015. Now with well over 1,000 members a...
2023-04-2545 min
The Community Cricket PodcastAn IntroductionThe Community Cricket Podcast is a new series created for anyone seeking to help club cricket thrive, brought to you by the people at Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd. Today's conversation is a brief one between Darren and Tim, as they explain what you can expect from this series. In short, if you're involved with club cricket… this podcast series is for you! Notes on podcast series: The Community Cricket Podcast is brought to you by Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd, a not-for-profit organisation aiming to support and pr...
2023-04-0405 minThe Community Cricket PodcastHarnessing Your Community, with Graham EkinsThe Community Cricket Podcast is a new series created for anyone seeking to help club cricket thrive, brought to you by the people at Twenty 20 Community Cricket Ltd. Today's conversation is with the chair of Farncombe Cricket Club, Graham Ekins. Graham is a lifelong cricket fanatic, having started out as club scorer at the tender age of ten, through representing Surrey Young Cricketers and taking on almost every role going at Farncombe over many decades before eventually becoming chairman. As Graham himself says 'I have seen the club through great times, bad times and currently b...
2023-04-0449 min