First team run feast on this day in 1983

First team run feast on this day in 1983

Exactly 37 years ago today, Prestwich 1sts were peppering the boundary boards in a high-scoring victory over East Lancs. Featuring in the opposing side was the highly talented Andy Goram, who went on to become Rangers and Scotland goalkeeper. The following report...
Hulme Trophy near miss

Hulme Trophy near miss

Hulme Trophy success for Prestwich 2nds hit the heights in the early 2000s with successive victories in the finals from 2002 to 2005. However, there have been previous valiant efforts to lift the cup – including in 1972 when they were runners-up and this...
LATEST UPDATE FROM ECB

LATEST UPDATE FROM ECB

The English Cricket Board (ECB) issued a further statement yesterday afternoon on the safe return of cricket at recreational level. The statement reads: “The ECB along with the nation’s cricket players are keen to see the imminent and safe return of our sport at...
GMCL REVEAL RESTART PLANS

GMCL REVEAL RESTART PLANS

Following the latest ECB update, the GMCL have released a statement about their preparations to start the season, in a shortened format, if club cricket is given the go-ahead at any stage in the coming weeks. The full statement can be viewed on the GMCL (Greater...
DID YOU KNOW WHO TOOK MICHAEL ATHERTON’S SCALP?

DID YOU KNOW WHO TOOK MICHAEL ATHERTON’S SCALP?

Here are the answers to our STANDOUT SIX quiz – recalling some memorable moments and performances. Look out for another STANDOUT SIX quiz soon. 1. The photo (from June 19 article) shows a celebration from 1st team players when they played Glossop on June 19,...
Tons of runs for 3 Prestwich players

Tons of runs for 3 Prestwich players

Two past 1st XI matches are featured today against our nearest rivals Stand. The first report dates back to 2011, when 2 Prestwich players hit tons. The second report goes back almost to the exact day 35 years ago when a century was struck by a Prestwich teenager....