Hertfordshire Premier Cricket League match day handbook

Spirit of Cricket

Cricket owes much of its appeal and enjoyment to the fact it should be played both according to the Laws, and within the Spirit of Cricket.

The major responsibility for ensuring fair play rests with the captains, but extends to all players, umpires and, especially in junior cricket, teachers, coaches and parents.

Respect is central to the Spirit of Cricket.

- Respect your captain, team-mates, opponents and the authority of the umpires.

- Play hard and play fair.

- Accept the umpire’s decision.

- Create a positive atmosphere by your own conduct, and encourage others to do likewise.

- Show self-discipline, even when things go against you.

- Congratulate the opposition on their successes, and enjoy those of your own team.

- Thank the officials and your opposition at the end of the match, whatever the result.

Cricket is an exciting game that encourages leadership, friendship and teamwork, which brings together people from different nationalities, cultures and religions, especially when played within the Spirit of Cricket.

Have a great season

Cover photo

Catches win matches. Our great cover picture was just one of ten catches by North Mymms skipper, Nesan Jeyaratnam, last season but he did much more, especially towards the end of the season. In the final four games he scored two half-centuries and two tons. He didn’t want the season to end! To accompany his century in the final match, he starred in the field with four catches.

A word also for Ross Murphy of Hertford who featured on the front cover of the 2023 handbook. It was sad to hear that he suffered a serious knee injury, while playing rugby, which required surgery. As a result, he didn’t play at all last season but still contributed by scoring for the 2nd team in several games. It is good to report that his fitness is such that he’s looking forward to bowling again in the 2024 season.

Introduction

This book provides all the match day information about the Saracens Hertfordshire Premier Cricket League for captains, players and officials.

Check you are looking at the correct match rules for the division in which you are playing.

Also check the various administrative tasks than must take place such as swapping of team sheets, naming teams online, reporting results and marking facilities. NOTE that all results must be recorded on the League’s play-cricket.com website, this season.

Towards the back of this book are contact details for the umpires and captains, together with location details for all clubs.

Key Match Day Contacts

In the event of a serious problem that needs to be resolved on the match day then please contact one of the people below. Remember, these people will be involved in a match elsewhere, either umpiring or scoring.

Umpires Panel Co-ordinator Results/Fixture Secretary

Anthony Levy Richard Mason

T: 0208 441 9297 / 07904 309926 T: 07491 834644

E: Anthony.d.levy@btinternet.com E: results@hertsleague.co.uk

Facilities Discipline

Mark Shepherd George White T: 07772 224390 T: 07968 349933

E markshepherd01@aol.com E: whiteg27@hotmail.com

Playing Conditions 2024 - Premier Divisions

1. Playing Conditions

1.1 The conduct of all matches will be governed by The Laws of Cricket (2017 Code 3rd Edition - 2022) and all relevant ECB directives and guidelines, except as stated otherwise in these rules.

1.2 In each Division, all clubs will play each other home and away. Matches shall be one innings each.

1.3 Matches in Weeks 1 to 5 and 15 to 18 will be played under the 50 Overs match rules specified in Section B.

1.4 Matches in Weeks 6 to 14 will be played under the match rules specified in Section A.

2. Umpires

2.1 The Umpires Panel will appoint umpires.

2.2 Umpires will be paid by the League and each club will be charged for the cost of its umpire fees. The level and method of reimbursement will be determined from time to time by the League Executive Committee.

2.3 For the Premier League relegation Play Off match the umpires will be paid the agreed fee by the League Executive Committee.

3. Scorers & Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Match Managers

3.1 All clubs will appoint their own scorers, who shall be qualified or have been granted dispensation by the League.

3.2 Failure to provide a registered scorer for the duration of the match will result in a 5-point penalty and the side will be required to nominate a player to score for the duration of the match, who shall take no playing part in the match.

3.3 The home club is responsible for providing a competent Duckworth-LewisStern Match Manager (DLSMM), as defined in the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Procedure document and failure to do so will result in a 5-point penalty.

3.4 The umpires shall be responsible for reporting any breach of rule 3.2 and 3.3 and their decision shall be final.

4. Cancellation

No game shall be cancelled without the explicit agreement of at least one of the appointed umpires, or a deputy from the Umpires Panel nominated either by one of the appointed umpires or the Umpires Co-ordinator. An umpire attending to inspect the ground may request reasonable travelling expenses not exceeding £10 from the home club, which will be payable as specified in 2.2 above.

5. Ground

The umpires shall be responsible for decisions concerning the fitness of the ground for play and the use of covers from one hour before the scheduled start time.

6. Covers

Up to one hour before the scheduled start time covers shall be used at the discretion of the home club and its groundsman to protect the pitch. When

one hour or less remains before the scheduled start time rule 5 will apply. Clubs must make covering available throughout the match day, to be used at the direction of the umpires. The minimum requirement is to cover the pitch; reasonable efforts must be made to cover the bowlers’ run-ups to a minimum of ten (10) yards. The umpires will report any deficiency in covering to the League, which may result in disciplinary action being taken against the club.

7. Clock

The home side shall provide a working match clock which is visible and clear from the square.

8. Team Sheets

Captains must pass team sheets to the umpires prior to the toss taking place. Team sheets will contain names of players and, if applicable, identify all players aged under 18 and which players fall within the ECB Fast Bowling directive age groups (e.g. U19, U17 etc.).

9. Balls

9.1. All league fixtures will be played with cricket balls that have been approved by the League (see inside back cover).

9.2. One new ball will be used from the commencement of each innings. New balls are to be supplied by the home club.

9.3. Home clubs must ensure that at least two spare new balls (one for use in each innings if required), of the correct make and grade and a selection of suitable spare balls of varying ages and use are available to the umpires prior to the start of the match. The umpires may delay the start of a match if suitable spare balls are not provided.

10. Results

10.1. The standard HPCL rules will apply to the reporting of match results.

10.2. In addition to 10.1 the home team is responsible for posting the match result on play-cricket, as follows:

a) By 9pm on the day of the match: the team totals, wickets taken, overs bowled and result. Penalty for late report - 5 points deduction.

b) By 11pm on the Tuesday following the match: the full scorecard including names of match officials. Penalty for late/no report - £30 fine.

11. Marking

11.1. Captains will mark umpires’ performance using the facility on Who’s The Umpire in accordance with the rules set out on within this handbook.

11.2. Umpires will mark the pitch, team discipline and facilities as well as reporting any instances of misconduct.

12. Discipline & Disciplinary Points

12.1 The standard SHPCL Disciplinary rules will apply.

12.2 Law 42 will apply except that when a Level 1 or Level 2 offence has been committed by a member of the batting side, Laws 42.2.2 and 42.3.2 shall be replaced by ‘Together the umpires shall inform the batters at the wicket and each incoming batter that an offence at this level has occurred and, as soon

as practicable, inform the captain of the batting side.’ Refer to the table within this handbook for guidance concerning dissent and serious dissent.

13. Junior Players

13.1 A player under the age of 13 at midnight on 31st August in the year preceding the current season is not permitted to play in the Premier League or Championship.

13.2 Any player under the age of 14 at midnight on 31st August in the year preceding the current season shall be eligible to play in the Premier League or Championship provided the player has been selected for the County at U14 or above in the current season and has both sign off from an independent, CAG Level 3 coach and written parental consent to play in Open Age cricket. Such evidence shall be lodged with the Club’s Safeguarding Officer prior to that player’s registration with the League. The League may request evidence of compliance with these requirements.

14. League Positions

League positions in each Division will be determined by the total number of points gained. In the event of two or more clubs finishing on equal points, league position will be determined in the following order:

• The side with the highest number of wins, but if still level

• The side with the fewest defeats, but if still level

• The side with the highest runs per wicket, calculated by aggregating all runs scored in completed matches divided by the total number of wickets lost.

15. Promotion and Relegation

At the end of each season a system of promotion and relegation will operate as follows:

a) The side finishing 10th in the Premier Division will be relegated to the Championship.

b) The side finishing 1st in the Championship will be promoted to the Premier Division.

c) The side finishing 9th in the Premier Division and the side finishing 2nd in the Championship will play a Play-Off under the 50 over match rules, using balls approved for use in the Premier Division. For the purpose of match rules 3.1.1 and 3.5.2, the Start Time will be 11.00am, the Close of Play will be 6.30pm and the latest start time if the match is reduced to 20 overs per side shall be 3.40pm. The winner will play in the Premier League and the loser will play in the Championship in the following season. The match will be played on the Saturday of Week 19 at the ground of the side finishing 2nd in the Championship unless agreed otherwise by the two clubs. In the event of adverse weather, the reserve date for this match is the following Saturday i.e. seven days later.

d) The sides finishing 9th and 10th in the Championship will be relegated to Division 1.

e) The sides finishing 1st and 2nd in Division 1 will be promoted to the Championship.

f) In the event of a side that qualifies for promotion from the Championship or Division 1 not wishing to accept, or not meeting the criteria for promotion, then the League Executive Committee shall determine the composition of the sides in the Premier Division and Championship for the following season.

g) If it is agreed to admit an additional side:

• To the Premier Division then the sides in 9th and 10th place will be relegated and the side finishing in 8th place shall play in the Play Off.

• To the Championship then only the side finishing in 1st place in Division 1 shall be promoted.

h) Promotion into the Premier Division and Championship is dependent on the clubs concerned meeting the criteria for facilities, youth teams and financial security specified by the League.

16. Entitlement To ECB Premier League Payment

The ECB payment to the HPCL & clubs is subject to the HPCL and clubs fulfilling certain conditions specified by the ECB. These include but are not limited to:-

a) Complying with club audit requirements, adhering to disciplinary procedures, player registration, umpire marking, facility reporting, result reporting on play-cricket and adhering to ECB Code of Conduct & Spirit of Cricket.

b) In the event of non-compliance by any club with any ECB condition HPCL may withhold payment and/or impose, in addition to any penalty imposed by a disciplinary hearing, a penalty determined by the HPCL committee.

Be sure to see this year’s Herts League handbook

Including articles on 3 Herts League players who made England squads - including this boy =====>>>

Recognition for top officials & featuring Rose Dovey. Our Cricket Collective award winners.

The story of Ed Wharton’s 10 wicket haul.

The review of last season, plus honours boards for the leading batters, bowlers and team scores.

Plus all the 2024 fixtures; a report on the 2023 promotion/ relegation play-off; the T20 cups; the top performers in last year’s averages; all the 2023 league tables,

Your club has copies and it’s online at https://issuu.com/hertsleague/docs/handbook2024_online

Section A: Premier Divisions Match Rules

for ‘Timed’ Matches (weeks 6 to 14) 2024

1. Hours of Play

1.1 Play will commence at 11.00am.

1.2 The Lunch Interval will be 30 minutes commencing at 1.00pm, unless changed under the provisions of Law 11.

1.3 There will be an interval of 10 minutes between innings.

1.4 The Tea Interval will be 20 minutes, commencing at the later of 4.20pm or when a maximum of 20 overs remain to be bowled before the Last Hour, unless changed under the provisions of Law 11. For clarity, where tea is to be taken when a set number of overs remain, should a wicket fall in the last over prior to the tea interval, tea will be taken immediately, with the remainder of the over completed on resumption.

1.5 The home club will provide hot and cold drinks during the intervals.

1.6 The umpires shall signal the Last Hour at the later of 5.45pm or when 17 overs remain to be bowled in the match. The Last Hour shall be a minimum of 60 minutes from its commencement and a minimum of 17 overs shall be bowled unless play is interrupted, in which event rule 2.8(b) shall apply.

1.7 Unless a result is achieved earlier, the game shall finish at the later of 6.45pm or when the Last Hour has been completed.

2. Overs

2.1 Each match will consist of a minimum of 115 6-ball overs except where the match is affected by weather, or a result is achieved sooner.

2.2 In an uninterrupted match the side batting first shall face no more than 60 overs.

2.3 In the event of a delayed start due to inclement weather, or for any other cause the umpires deem reasonable, the total number of overs available shall be as per the table in Appendix 1, with 65 overs the minimum number of scheduled overs available to constitute a match.

2.4 Any match in which at least 65 overs have been bowled shall be deemed a match provided that the side batting second has had the opportunity to receive a minimum of 25 overs. Subsequent abandonment shall be deemed to be a drawn match.

2.5 If considered appropriate, in matches affected by the weather or other causes, revised times may be agreed by the umpires and captains for the Intervals.

2.6 Any match in which play does not or will not commence by 2.45pm shall be cancelled.

2.7 If, after the match has started and during the innings of the side batting first, there are one or more interruptions for weather, or for any other cause the umpires deem reasonable, the number of overs available shall be as per the table in Appendix 1.

2.8 If any interruption or interruptions are of a duration that, in calculating the overs remaining using Appendix 1, the side batting first has received or exceeded those overs the following shall apply:

a) The innings of the side batting first shall be regarded as complete.

b) The umpires shall calculate the time remaining from the time which they consider that conditions are such that play can resume, to the scheduled close of play. The minimum number of overs available to the side batting second shall be calculated by dividing the minutes left for play by 3.5 and rounding up if necessary. If such calculation, together with the overs received by the side batting first, gives a minimum of 25 overs for the side batting second and 65 overs or more for the match, then play shall commence at the re-scheduled start time as directed by the umpires.

c) If the target score is such, that in the opinion of both captains there are insufficient overs remaining for either side to achieve a result or gain more points, the match shall be abandoned.

2.9 If, after the start of the innings of the side batting second, there are one or more interruptions for weather, or for any other cause the umpires deem reasonable, the minimum number of overs available to the side batting second shall be reduced by one for each complete period of 3.5 minutes of interruption or interruptions.

2.10 If the loss of time results in fewer than 25 overs being available to the team batting second, the game shall be abandoned unless, at the request of at least one captain and in the sole opinion of the umpires, a positive result remains achievable.

3. Bowling Restrictions

3.1 In an uninterrupted match no bowler shall be permitted to bowl more than 20 overs.

3.2 If the number of overs available is reduced as a result of a delayed start or any interruptions in the first innings, the maximum number of overs for each bowler in both innings shall be one-third (rounded down) of the reduced number of overs available in the first innings.

3.3 If there are interruptions during the second innings, then the maximum number of overs for each bowler in that innings will be one-third (rounded down) of the overs now available in the second innings. The maximum number of overs per bowler cannot increase as a result of this recalculation.

3.4 A bowler may exceed the limit solely as a result of such a recalculation of overs due following an interruption in play. Should the interruption happen in the course of an over, upon resumption of play, the bowler shall be allowed to finish the over even if they have exceeded the new limit. Example: Bowler has bowled 14 overs when an interruption reduces the innings to 40 overs, reducing the limit to 13.

3.5 Short Pitched Bowling - Law 41.6.1 shall be replaced with: A bowler shall be limited to two fast, short pitched deliveries per over. The umpire at the bowler’s end will make it clear to both the bowler and the batters at the wicket when such a delivery within this limit is bowled. This ruling shall

apply even though the striker has made contact with the ball with his/her bat, person or equipment. A short pitched delivery is defined as one that clearly passes or would have passed over shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease. It is unfair if the limit is exceeded, and the umpire shall call and signal No Ball on each such occasion. In addition, the umpires will adopt the procedures of Laws 41.6.3 and 41.6.4.

3.6 Negative bowling:

If the bowler’s end umpire considers that the bowler is bowling negatively with the intention of preventing the striker from scoring runs, he/she shall caution the bowler and inform the captain, the bowler, the other umpire and the batters that on any repetition the rules for judging a Wide in the 50-Over match rules will be applied.

4. Points

Side winning the toss and fielding first:

Win - 30 points Tie - 15 points; Cancelled or abandoned - 6 points

Winning Draw – 6 points, Losing Draw – 0 points

Bonus points:

Batting – 1 point for reaching 125, 175, 225, 275, 300

Bowling – 1 point for taking 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 wickets

All other circumstances (side losing toss or winning toss and batting first): Win – 30 points Tie – 15 points; Cancelled or abandoned – 6 points

Winning Draw – 6 points, Losing Draw – 2 points

Bonus points:

Batting – 2 points for reaching 125, 175, 225, 275, 300

Bowling – 1 point for taking 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 wickets

The Winning and Losing draw is calculated on run-rate for the innings, based on legitimate balls received. Run rate shall be calculated to three decimal points. If the two sides have identical run-rates the side losing the fewest wickets shall be deemed to have the higher run rate. If still equal, then each side shall receive 4 points.

5. Over Rate Penalty Points

5.1 The umpires will agree timings with the scorers and calculate the over rate taking into account the following allowances:-

• 2 minutes per wicket for the fall of each wicket up to and including the ninth wicket, except if the wicket falls immediately before any interval or interruption.

• The time taken for any Drinks Interval.

• The actual time lost for any reasonable stoppage. This will be solely at the discretion of the umpires and will not be subject to negotiation. The captains and scorers to be informed of any such time added during the next interval.

• During periods when inclement weather necessitates frequent drying of the ball the umpires may, at their sole discretion, allow up to 5 minutes per hour of playing time as additional stoppages. The umpires shall inform both captains and the scorers in advance if they judge conditions justify this additional

stoppage allowance for any period of the match.

5.2 The penalties will not apply if the duration of an innings is less than two and a half hours of actual playing time after any allowances.

5.3 The following penalties will apply for slow over rates. The umpires will be the sole judges of over rates in consultation with the scorers:

On the first occasion in the season:

• Fewer than 17 but greater than 16 overs per hour - 1 point

• 16 overs or fewer but greater than 15 overs per hour - 2 points

• 15 overs per hour or fewer - 5 points

If a penalty is imposed for a second or subsequent match in the season the above penalty points are doubled.

Appendix 1 – Reduced Overs In Interrupted Matches

A = Minimum overs in the match. B = Maximum overs for the side batting first C = Minimum overs for the side batting second

Section B: Premier Divisions Match Rules

for 50 Over Matches (weeks 1-5 & 15-18) 2024

1 Coloured clothing

All sides are required to wear coloured clothing in this playing format. Batters and wicket-keepers are recommended and encouraged to wear coloured pads.

2. Pitch Markings

Additional Crease Markings: An additional crease marking shall be made 17” inside and parallel with each return crease, joining the popping and bowling creases. The crease is the inside edges of both these new markings and the return crease markings.

3 Duration

3.1 Hours of Play and Intervals

3.1.1 Play will start in weeks 1-5 at 12.00noon and in weeks 15-18 at 11.30am. For the purpose of determining the overs remaining in an interrupted match the Close of Play will be 7.30pm in weeks 1-5 and 7.00pm in weeks 15-18.

3.1.2 There will normally be two sessions of play of 3 hours 15 minutes each, separated by an interval of 30 minutes between the innings.

3.1.3 If the innings of the team batting first is completed prior to the scheduled time for the interval then the interval shall, if considered practicable by the umpires, take place immediately and may be extended with the agreement of the captains and umpires, if necessary, by up to 15 minutes (to a maximum of 45 minutes).

3.1.4 In delayed or interrupted matches, the captains may agree to forgo the interval, in accordance with Law 11.9, in which case there shall be an interval between innings of 10 minutes.

3.1.5 Drinks intervals shall be agreed but no more than two breaks per innings are permitted, unless in exceptional circumstances. Time taken for drinks shall be regarded as an interval in accordance with Law 11.8.

3.2 Each match shall consist of a maximum of 50 overs per innings except where time is lost after the scheduled start time due to inclement weather or for any other cause the umpires deem reasonable, when the number of overs shall be reduced as hereinafter provided.

3.3 If the side batting first is dismissed before the overs to which it is entitled have been bowled, the team batting second shall be entitled to bat for its full entitlement of overs or as further reduced due to inclement weather or other cause. Declarations are not permitted.

3.4 In the event of delays due to weather or other causes, a minimum of 20 overs per side is required to constitute a match.

3.5 Delayed start or interrupted matches

3.5.1 If there is a delayed start or an interruption or interruptions at any time during the match due to inclement weather, or for any other cause the umpires deem reasonable, the first 30 minutes of aggregated time lost will be disregarded. In calculating the time lost, the time for the interval may be altered in accordance with Law 11.4.

3.5.2 The latest start time for a match reduced to 20 overs per side in weeks 1-5 shall be 4.40pm (in weeks 15-18 the latest start time shall be 4.10pm), unless the captains and umpires agree to abandon the match earlier.

3.5.3 A result can only be achieved in a match of less than 20 overs per side, if both have the opportunity to bat for the full number of overs originally allocated.

3.5.4 The umpires shall inform the captains and the scorers of the number of overs lost, the revised timings, the number of overs to be bowled and the applicable fielding and bowling restrictions.

3.6 Interrupted matches

3.6.1 First innings - When there is a delay to the start of the match or an interruption during the first innings, the object shall be to rearrange the number of overs so that both sides have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs. The number of overs lost to be calculated based on one over per innings for each full 8 minutes of playing time lost. In calculating the time lost, the time for the interval may be altered in accordance with Law 11.4 or forgone in accordance with Law 11.9.

3.6.2 Second innings - If, owing to a delayed start to the second innings or a suspension of play during the second innings, there is insufficient time for the side batting second to face the same number of overs as the side batting first, the umpires will re-calculate, on every occasion, the number of overs to be bowled and, in consultation with the DLSMM, the new target score that is required. Before taking the field to resume play, the umpires will inform the captains and scorers accordingly. The number of overs to be faced by the team batting second will never be increased after an interruption.

3.6.3 The number of overs to be bowled in 3.6.2 shall be calculated based on the time remaining in the match to the scheduled close of play, based on 4 minutes per over. In calculating the number of overs remaining to be bowled the number shall be rounded up. The number of overs available to the team batting second should never be more than those that were available to the team batting first following the last recalculation of the number of overs available in the first innings.

3.6.4 If the home club has provided a DLSMM or someone from the away club has agreed to act as the DLSMM, then the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Method (DLS) will be used to calculate the target score of the side batting second using the DLS regulations as provided by the League to every club. The umpires shall agree with the scorers and shall inform the captains of the target score before play is resumed. In the event of a miscalculation of the target score the original score shall not be altered once the captains have been informed. The target score shall be displayed clearly on the scoreboard.

3.6.5 If a competent DLSMM is not available throughout the match the following will apply:

3.6.5.1 The away side shall have the option of dispensing with the toss and electing to field first.

3.6.5.2 The target score of the side batting second shall be calculated using average run rate, calculated by dividing the runs scored by the number of legitimate deliveries received by the side batting first following the last recalculation of the number of overs available in the first innings.

3.7 An over that is incomplete at the time of an interruption in play shall be completed on any resumption and that part over shall be ignored in calculating the overs remaining to be bowled in the match.

3.8 If the loss of time results in less than 20 overs being available to the team batting second, the game shall be abandoned.

4 Number of Overs Per Bowler

4.1 In a 50 overs match, no bowler may bowl more than 10 overs in an innings.

4.2 In a match of less than 50 overs no bowler may bowl more than one fifth of the total overs available. Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, an additional over shall be allowed to the minimum number of bowlers necessary to make up the balance.

e.g. in an innings of 37 overs, a maximum of 2 bowlers may bowl 8 overs.

4.3 If a reduction in overs results in one or more bowlers having exceeded the newly calculated maximum, then the umpires shall calculate the overs allowed for the remaining bowlers. A bowler who has exceeded the new maximum shall be permitted to complete an incomplete over.

e.g. match reduced to 33 overs, one bowler has bowled 10 – 3 bowlers may bowl a maximum of 6 overs and 1 bowler may bowl a maximum of 5.

4.4 A part over shall count as a full over only insofar as each bowler’s limit is concerned.

5 Restrictions on the Placement of Fielders

5.1 Throughout the innings, at the instant of delivery, no more than five fielders shall be permitted to field on the leg side.

5.2 Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi-circles shall be 30 yards. The ends of each semi-circle shall be joined to the other by a straight line drawn on the field on the same side of the pitch. The fielding restriction area should be marked by ‘dots’ at five-yard intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches in diameter.

At the instant of delivery:

5.3 Powerplay 1 – no more than two fielders shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 1 to 10 inclusive.

5.4 Powerplay 2 – no more than four fielders shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 11 to 40 inclusive.

5.5 Powerplay 3 – no more than five fielders shall be permitted outside this fielding restriction area. In an innings of 50 overs, these are overs 41 to 50 inclusive.

5.6 At the commencement of Powerplays 2 and 3, the bowler’s end umpire shall inform the captain of the fielding side and the batters at the wicket and shall then signal the Powerplay by making a large circular motion with one arm.

5.7 Infringement

of Fielding Restrictions

5.7.1 In the event of an infringement of any of the fielding restrictions specified in 5.1, 5.3, 5.4 and 5.5 above the umpire at the striker’s end shall call and signal ‘No Ball.’

5.7.2 If, in the opinion of either batter, the striker’s end umpire fails to call and signal ‘No Ball’ when either these fielding restrictions or Law 28.4 (Limitation of On-side fielders) have been breached, then immediately the ball becomes dead, either batter may draw the matter to the attention of either umpire. If the striker’s end umpire is able to verify the breach, he/she shall call and signal No Ball. If the striker’s end umpire is unable to verify the breach, then he/she shall confirm that the events of the delivery shall be unchanged.

6 Powerplays – Effects of Interruptions

6.1 In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the number of overs within each phase (Powerplay) of the innings shall be reduced in accordance with the table in appendix 1. For the sake of clarity, it should be noted that the table shall apply to both the 1st and 2nd innings of the match.

6.2 If play is interrupted during an innings, overs are reduced and the table in appendix 1 applied, the Powerplay overs take immediate effect. For the avoidance of doubt this applies even if the interruption has occurred mid-over. Illustrations of 6.2

A 50 over innings is interrupted after 8.3 overs and on resumption has been reduced to 32 overs. The new phases are 7+19+6. Therefore, the middle phase (Powerplay 2) fielding take immediate effect when play resumes and last for a further 17.3 overs. The final phase (Powerplay 3) begins after 26 overs have been bowled.

A 40 over innings is interrupted after 18.5 overs, and on resumption has been reduced to 22 overs. New phases are 5+13+4. When play resumes, the final phase (Powerplay 3) fielding restrictions apply for the remaining 3.1 overs.

7 No Ball

7.1 Underarm bowling is not permitted. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm the umpire shall call and signal ‘No Ball’ and follow the procedures in law 21.3.

7.2 Free Hits after a No Ball

7.2.1 The delivery following a No Ball shall be a free hit for whichever batter is facing it. Note: this applies to all modes of No Ball except for the first short pitched delivery that passes or would have passed clearly over head-height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. For clarity, such a delivery to be called a No Ball and considered the one short pitched delivery for the over.

7.2.2 If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or a Wide Ball) then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batter is facing it.

7.2.3 For any free hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball, even if the delivery for a free hit is called a Wide Ball.

7.2.4 Field changes are not permitted for free hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker, or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker.

7.2.5 When the ball is dead and after signalling No Ball to the scorers, the bowler’s end umpire will call and signal a free hit by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.

7.2.6 The free hit delivery counts as a ball in the over unless it in turn is a Wide Ball or a No Ball.

8 Wide Ball

Law 22 shall apply with the following addition:

8.1 Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation regarding this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.

8.2 A leg side wide shall be called if, irrespective of where the ball pitches, it passes outside the line of the striker and the leg stump, unless the striker moves as outlined below.

8.3 The interpretation to be followed for calling a wide when a switch hit or reverse sweep is played or the batter gets in a position to play the shot and then aborts it, is as follows: From the moment the ball ceases to be dead, whenever a batter has changed their grip and/or their batting position as per Appendix A6.8 in the Laws (or feinted to do so) or has attempted a reverse sweep or switch hit, then they lose the tight definition of the leg side wide and the wide guidelines are employed on both sides of the wicket, not just the off side.

8.4 A ball that passes between the striker and the leg stump shall not be judged a wide.

8.5 An off side wide shall be called if, in the umpire’s opinion, the delivery has passed between the 17-inch line and the return crease, and the striker has not brought it within reach of a run-scoring stroke.

9 The Bowling of Fast, Short Pitched Deliveries

Law 41.6.1 shall be replaced with:

A bowler shall be limited to one fast, short pitched delivery per over. The umpire at the bowler’s end will make it clear to both the bowler and the batters at the wicket when such a delivery within this limit is bowled. This ruling shall apply even though the striker has made contact with the ball with his/her bat, person or equipment. A short pitched delivery is defined as one that passes or would have passed clearly over shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease. It is unfair if the limit is exceeded, and the umpire shall call and signal No Ball on each such occasion. In addition, the umpires will adopt the procedures of law 41.6.3 and 41.6.4.

10 Over Rate Penalties

10.1 All sides are expected to be in position to bowl the first ball of the last of their 50 overs within 3 hours 15 minutes playing time.

10.2 In the event of them failing to do so, one fewer fielder shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area in 5.3 to 5.5 than would normally be the case in the Powerplay overs in progress at the time. All penalties in this regard will be imposed at the end of the over in progress when the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the innings was exceeded. The full quota of overs will be completed.

10.3 Time may be added at the discretion of the umpires for any stoppage or delay in play. Under rule 3.1.5, time shall be added for a drinks interval. When the umpires agree that time is to be allowed for a stoppage, they shall inform the captain of the fielding side of the time to be allowed at an appropriate opportunity. In the event of frequent moving of the sightscreens, the batting side shall assume responsibility unless other arrangements have been made.

10.4 If the innings is completed before the scheduled or re-scheduled cut off time no over rate penalty shall apply.

10.5 If the start of an innings is delayed or an innings is interrupted, the over rate penalty will apply based on the revised number of overs and the re-scheduled cessation time for that innings. The umpires shall inform the fielding team captain when taking the field for the first time and on every subsequent occasion if play is interrupted by the weather or other cause, of the scheduled time for that innings (by which the fielding side must be in position to bowl the first ball of the last over). The time allowed to bowl the overs shall be calculated on the basis of four minutes per over.

10.6 In addition, in all reduced overs matches, the fielding team will be given one over’s leeway, such that the fielding side must be in position to bowl the first ball of the penultimate over by the scheduled or rescheduled cut off time.

11 Result

11.1

A result may only be achieved if both teams have had the opportunity of batting for at least 20 overs, unless the team batting second has scored more runs than its opponents or has achieved its target score as hereinafter defined in less than 20 overs.

11.2 Except as provided in 11.4, a match shall be won by the team which has scored the most runs in its completed innings.

11.3 Except as provided in 11.4 and 11.5, a tie shall be achieved if the scores are level at the conclusion of the match, irrespective of the number of wickets lost by either team.

11.4 If, after an interruption in play after the start of the match, the number of overs to be received by either side is reduced to a lesser number than allocated before the start, then a revised target score shall be set for the side batting second to achieve. This will be calculated using the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Method as specified by the League. If the target is reached or exceeded, the side batting second shall be deemed to have won. If the par score is equalled, the match is a Tie, except as provided in 11.5. If the par score is not reached, the side batting first shall be deemed to have won. Such result shall be reported as “A win under the D/L method.”

11.5 In the Play Off match specified in clause 14 and 15c of the Playing Conditions:

11.5.1 Clause 11.3 above will be replaced by: Where the number of overs available to both sides remain equal throughout the match, if the scores at the conclusion of the match are level the winner shall be determined as follows:

i) The side that has lost fewest wickets, but if still equal.

ii) The side with the highest scoring rate over the first 20 overs of its innings, based on legitimate balls received and calculated to three decimal places, but if still equal.

iii) The side that has lost fewest wickets over the first 20 overs of its innings, but if still equal.

iv) The side with the highest scoring rate over the first 10 overs of its innings, based on legitimate balls received and calculated to three decimal places, but if still equal.

v) The side that has lost fewest wickets over the first 10 overs of its innings.

11.5.2 In Clause 11.4 above the words “If the par score is equalled, the match is a Tie” shall be replaced by “If the par score is not exceeded, the match shall be won by the side batting first.”

12 Points

Win: 25 points; Tie: 13 points; Cancelled: 5 points No result: 5 points, or bonus points gained, whichever is the greater Bonus points awarded to the losing side or, in the event of a match without a result, to both sides. No bonus points will be awarded for a match ending as a Tie (a Tie being a match in which the scores are level, irrespective of the number of wickets lost by each side).

Batting Bonus points: 1 point for reaching 125, 150, 175, 200, 225, 250 and 275 runs. Bowling Bonus points: 1 point for taking 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 wickets.

Full bowling bonus points will be gained if a side is all out, regardless of the number of wickets taken.

Appendix 1 - Powerplays – Effects of Interruptions

Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Procedure

General

1 The Professional Edition of Duckworth Lewis Stern, Version 4, requiring the use of a working laptop computer and printer, or the Play Cricket Scorer app on Apple or Android applications, will be used to calculate the Target Score.

2 Where the DLS Professional Edition is used, all clubs shall use only the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) software provided by the league in making the calculations. The DLS software embedded within PCS-PRO software may be used, provided it has been updated with the latest version.

3 The Professional Edition will give a Target Score and a table of Par Scores. The Target Score equals the Par Score plus 1.

Duckworth-Lewis-Stern Match Manager

4. The Home club is responsible for ensuring that a person competent in the way DLS calculations should be performed is appointed for each match. That person should be responsible for all DLS calculations and for the communications for such information to all relevant parties. The person appointed will be referred to as the DLS Match Manager (DLSMM).

5. The DLSMM will ensure that the approved current version of the DLS software is available and can be operated in a location where there is instant communication with the scorers.

6. Where a PA system announcer and/or representatives from the media are at the ground, it is the responsibility of the home club to ensure that they are informed as necessary of all DLS Target Scores.

7. When Team 1’s innings has been completed:

If overs have been lost during Team 1’s innings or before Team 2’s innings can start, as soon as Team 2’s allocation of overs is known, the DLSMM will confirm Team 2’s revised Target Score and communicate this to the persons specified in the Appendix. In all matches, the DLSMM will run the DLS software and produce an over-byover print-out of the Par Score and make as many copies as are needed. The print-out should be distributed to the persons specified in the Appendix. If he / she judges that it may be required, the DLSMM will also distribute the ball-by-ball print-out to persons specified in the Appendix.

8. When the Umpires have decided to resume play, they will inform the DLSMM promptly, whenever possible not less than 10 minutes before play is due to start, of the revised number of overs. The DLSMM will run the software and confirm Team 2’s revised Target Score to the umpires and, if applicable the scoreboard operator. He / she will the produce over-by-over and/or ball-byball print-outs of the Par Scores, make copies and distribute over-by-over/or ball-by-ball tables (at his / her discretion) as quickly as possible to the parties specified in the Appendix, ensuring that both captains and, if applicable, the scoreboard operator, receive their copies immediately.

9. If, during Team 2’s innings, Team 2 incurs a penalty for which 5 runs are awarded to Team 1, the DLSMM will ensure that the scoreboard operator adds

these 5 runs to Team 2’s Target Score and to all Par Scores. The DLSMM will enter the penalty runs in the DLS software but not produce revised Par Score print-outs until these are required by virtue of a further loss of overs. After such an interruption, the DLSMM should maintain a check that the correct revised Target Score and Par Score are displayed on the Scoreboard.

10. At the end of the game, the DLSMM should enter the final match information into the DLS software and confirm that the winning margin is correctly recorded and announced.

Duties of a Scoreboard Operator

11. Any revised Par Score should be displayed as soon as it has been communicated to them. On scoreboards where there is insufficient room to display both the score actually made by Team 1 and the Par Score that Team 2 must exceed, the scoreboard should show the Par Score.

12. From time to time, when half of the minimum overs required for the game to be viable have been received by Team 2 (or earlier if desired), the DLS Par Score should be displayed. This should be the figure relating to the end of the over in progress and it should be updated as each new over is about to commence. (For example, the matches where 20 overs per side would constitute a valid match, the Par Score should be displayed no later than the start of the 11th over.) It should also be updated upon the fall of a wicket and before the new batter has walked out to bat. It should be the figure as printed in the Par Score print-out for the end of that over (remembering to add any penalty runs incurred as described in item 9 above.)

13. When play is suspended during Team 2’s innings the scoreboard should display the Par Score for the exact number of overs and balls bowled and retain this display for the duration of the stoppage. When play resumes, the display should revert to the Par Score for the end of the over in progress, as per item 12, or whatever the new Par Score for that over in the game is, if a new Target Score has been set.

Appendix

List of people whom DLS information shall be communicated;

• The umpires, both team captains, scoreboard operator if applicable.

• Other parties at the discretion of the DLSMM

Playing Rules - Divisions 1 and Below 2024

1. Duration

a) Start times are as indicated below. Tea, taken between innings, will last for a maximum of 30 minutes. At the discretion of the umpire(s) or, if there are no non-playing umpires, by the agreement of both captains, tea may be taken during any stoppage for rain or other causes.

b) All time lost due to drinks intervals (which must have been agreed before the toss) or late starting of the match, or late resumption after any interval, or any other unavoidable cause including injury to a player, shall be aggregated and taken into consideration in calculating the time allowed for the completion of an innings.

c) Divisions 1 to 6B

Matches will start at 12.00 noon and shall consist of a maximum of 50 overs per innings, except where time is lost after the scheduled start time due to inclement weather or other unavoidable cause, when the number of overs shall be reduced as detailed in 2.1 below. For the purpose of determining the overs remaining in a match interrupted in the second innings, the Close of Play will be 6.45pm. Declarations are not permitted. Both sides are expected to complete their innings within 3 hours. After this time has elapsed only the batting side shall be entitled to pick up further bonus points.

d) Regional Divisions

Matches will start at 1.00pm and shall consist of a maximum of 40 overs per innings, except where time is lost after the scheduled start time due to inclement weather or other unavoidable cause, when the number of overs shall be reduced as detailed in 2.2 below. Declarations are not permitted. Both sides are expected to complete their innings within 2 hours and 20 minutes. After this time has elapsed only the batting side shall be entitled to pick up further bonus points.

2. Interference by Weather

2.1. Divisions 1 to 6B

a) Whenever possible, the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern (DLS) method will be used to calculate the Target Score – see (f)

b) In the event of a delayed start the length of the match will be reduced at a rate of one over per innings for each full 7 minutes of playing time lost. See guidance chart within this handbook. If there are no further disruptions, the winner of the match will be the team scoring the most runs.

c) First innings - When play is suspended during the first innings, the object shall be to rearrange the number of overs so that both sides have the opportunity of batting for the same number of overs. The number of overs lost to be calculated based on one over per innings for each full 7 minutes of playing time lost.

d) If, owing to a delayed start to the second innings or a suspension of play during the second innings, there is insufficient time for the side batting second to face the same number of overs as the side batting first, the umpires

will re-calculate, (on every occasion) the number of overs to be bowled. The number of overs to be faced by the team batting second will never be increased after an interruption.

e) The number of overs to be bowled in (d) shall be calculated based on the time remaining in the match to the scheduled close of play, based on 3½ minutes per over. In calculating the number of overs remaining to be bowled the number shall be rounded up. The number of overs available to the team batting second shall never be more than those that were available to the team batting first following the last recalculation of the number of overs available in the first innings.

f) If a player or representative from either side has the means to use the DLS method, either by using the DLS software on a laptop computer, or via the Play Cricket Scoring App, then this will be used to calculate the target score of the side batting second resulting from a loss of overs under (c) or (d). The version of the DLS software to be used is Professional Version 4.

• In matches where there is either at least one panel umpire or at least one nonplaying umpire, the umpire(s) must agree with the scorers and shall inform the captains of the target score before play is resumed.

• In matches where there are no non-playing umpires, the captains and scorers together must agree the target score before play is resumed.

• In the event of a miscalculation of the target score the original score shall not be altered once the captains have been informed, unless there is a subsequent recalculation due a further loss of overs. The target score shall be displayed clearly on the scoreboard.

g) If the target is reached or exceeded, the side batting second shall be deemed to have won. If the par score is equalled, the match is a Tie. If the par score is not reached, the side batting first shall be deemed to have won.

h) If the umpires (or captains, where there are no non-playing umpires) decide

Duckworth Lewis Stern in Divisions 1 – 6B

If someone from either side has the means to use the DLS method, either by using the DLS software on a laptop computer, or via the play-cricket scorer app, then this will be used to calculate the target score of the side batting 2nd resulting from a loss of overs.

Download the app from iPhone App Store / Google PlayStore. In the app, click on Tools and you will see DLS Calculator - click on version 4 and follow the instructions.

Please read ALL paragraphs of rule 2 of the match rules for division 1 and below, relating to weather and the use of DLS.

that it is not possible to obtain a target score by using the DLS method, this decision shall be agreed before the toss and the scorers informed.

• If DLS is not used, then where applicable, a target score for the team batting second will be set calculated based on the average run rate (to two decimal places) achieved in the first innings multiplied by the number of overs available in the second innings. The winner of the match will be the team scoring the higher number of runs per over, with the exception that, if the side batting second reach or exceed the target score at any point during their innings, they will be deemed to have won. If either side was dismissed before receiving the full allocation of overs the runs per over calculation shall be based on the number of overs the side was entitled to receive (either at the commencement of its innings or as reduced due to subsequent interruptions to play).

i) Whatever method is to be used, (either DLS or average run rate), this MUST be agreed at the toss, prior to the start of the game, and cannot be changed thereafter under any circumstances.

j) Both sides must have the opportunity to receive a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match, unless one side is dismissed or a result is achieved.

k) The latest start time for a match reduced to 20 overs per side shall be 3.50pm, unless the captains and umpires agree to abandon the match earlier.

l) Where panel umpires are appointed, in the event of any dispute between the captains over the fitness of the ground for play within one hour of the scheduled start, the umpires shall be the sole arbiters as to whether the ground is fit for play, both before and after the toss. Where the fitness of the ground is in doubt more than 3½ hours before the scheduled start time, the home club will make every endeavour to obtain agreement to any proposed cancellation from at least one of the appointed umpires or a nominated local deputy.

m) Where there are no panel umpires appointed then rules regarding the determination of the fitness of the ground will be as per section 2.2 e) below.

2.2. Regional Divisions

a) In the event of a delayed start or any break in the first innings for bad weather, the length of the match will be reduced at a rate of 1 over per innings for each full 7 minutes of play lost. See guidance chart within this handbook. If there are no further disruptions then the winner of the match will be the team scoring the most runs.

b) Any disruptions to play in the second innings shall result in one over being deducted for each full 3½ minutes lost. A target score for the team batting second will be set calculated based on the average run rate (to two decimal places) achieved in the first innings multiplied by the number of overs available in the second innings. The winner of the match will be the team scoring the higher number of runs per over, with the exception that, if the side batting second reach or exceed the target score at any point during their innings, they will be deemed to have won. If either side was dismissed before receiving the full allocation of overs the runs per over calculation shall be based on the number of overs the side was entitled to receive (either at the commencement of its innings or as reduced due to subsequent interruptions to play).

c) Both sides must have the opportunity to receive a minimum of 20 overs to constitute a match, unless one side is dismissed or a result is achieved.

d) The latest start time for a match reduced to 20 overs per side shall be 3.40pm, unless the captains and umpires agree to abandon the match earlier.

e) Prior to the toss the home side is the ground authority for all games and is the sole arbiter as to whether or not the ground is fit for play. After the toss, the following shall apply with respect to the fitness of ground and the weather:

• Where there are two non-playing umpires, they shall be the sole arbiters.

• Where there is one non-playing umpire, then if there is no agreement between the captains, the umpire’s decision shall prevail.

• Where there are no non-playing umpires the responsibility for determining the suitability of the conditions shall be with the two captains. They are to act having proper regard for their responsibilities in relation to the safety and safeguarding of all participants. If the two captains are unable to reach agreement a non-playing committee member of the home club shall be responsible for the decision. If no non-playing committee member is available then play will be suspended. Having suspended play it shall only be resumed with the consent of both captains.

The conditions are to be regarded as unsuitable if there is a foreseeable risk of injury to any participant or where the conditions are such that it would be unreasonable to continue. Conditions are to be regarded as unsuitable where the ground is so wet that the movement of fielders or batters is restricted, or where there is surface water on the square.

Note: If the tea interval takes place during a stoppage for bad weather in the first innings, 30 minutes will be deducted from the total time lost and the total number of overs to be bowled and the time limits will be recalculated accordingly. If the change of innings takes place during a stoppage for bad weather, no additional adjustments shall be made to the number of overs to be received by the team batting second after any recalculation of the number of overs to be received.

3. Points System

The league tables will be produced on a total points basis (except in Divisions 10 and 11 of the Regional Divisions, where the tables will be produced on an average points basis). Points will be awarded as follows:

Win 30 points

Tie 20 points

Loss Bonus Points

Abandoned 10 points or bonus points, whichever is the greater. Batting Bonus Points

Divisions 1 - 6b: 1 point for every 15 runs scored from 110 to 245 (i.e. a maximum of 10 points).

Regional Divisions: 1 point for every 15 runs scored from 80 to 215 (i.e. a maximum of 10 points).

Bowling Bonus Points

All Divisions: 1 point for every wicket taken. If a team takes all the available wickets of a team playing with less than 11 players, they shall receive 10 bowling bonus points.

Except in the regional divisions below division 9, if any side fails to fulfil a fixture, the opposing team shall be awarded the full 30 points available for that fixture. Except in the regional divisions below division 9, any side which fails to fulfil a fixture shall additionally be deducted 10 points from its points total in the division in which it plays.

4. Number of Players

Both teams are required to field a minimum of 8 players during both innings to constitute a league match. Subject to the following conditions, any team that does not have at least 8 players available and at the ground after 1 hour of actual playing time, shall be deemed not to have fulfilled the fixture:

• In matches where panel umpires are appointed, should there be fewer than 8 players present at the scheduled start time, the umpires shall decide whether the game shall start or if there is to be a concession.

• In all other matches, where both captains agree, a match may start, even though the batting side has fewer than 8 players at the ground, providing the missing players, whose names must be on the team sheet, are expected to arrive.

• In all matches, there will be a general allowance that games may start up to 15 minutes after the scheduled start time, at the request of either or both captains, to take account of traffic or similar problems and there shall be no reduction in overs on account of this allowance. For clarity, beyond these 15 minutes, there shall be no further delay to the start, regardless of the number of players available to either team.

5. Fast Bowling Directive

The ECB fast bowling directive (published online or in the league handbook) shall apply to all league games and failure to comply shall be construed as playing an ineligible player and will be dealt with accordingly under the powers given to the league under rule 12 of the Constitution.

6. Penalty Runs

Penalty runs to be awarded under the Laws of Cricket (2017 Code 3rd Edition 2022), shall only be awarded as follows:

a) In all divisions, for illegal fielding (Law 28.2).

b) In all divisions, for a ball striking a protective helmet placed on the ground (Law 28.3).

c) In Divisions 1, 2A and 2B, where there is at least one panel umpire, the awarding of penalty runs shall apply in full.

d) In Divisions 3A to 6B, for breaches of the law on player behaviour (Law 42) provided there is at least one qualified non-playing umpire.

7. Cricket Balls

a) The make and specification of cricket balls to be used in all league matches will be determined by the League Executive Committee and no other ball shall be used (see inside back cover).

b) A new ball shall be used from the start of both innings in all matches. Under no circumstances should the ball used in the first innings be used at the start of the second innings.

c) The home club is required to provide all of match balls, including sufficient spares, conforming to the make and specification detailed under 7(a).

8. Umpires and Scorers

a) Divisions 1 – 2B: Umpires for matches will be appointed from a panel by an appropriate sub-committee, subject to availability. Umpires will be paid by the League and each club will be charged for the cost of its umpire fees. The level and method of reimbursement will be determined from time to time by the League Executive Committee.

• In the event of cancellation umpires should be notified no later than 2 hours before the scheduled start time. If one or both umpires arrive at the ground a reduced fee will be payable. In the event of a cancellation, the HOME club is responsible for contacting BOTH umpires.

• If only one panel umpire is appointed to a match, he/she shall be entitled to receive an additional fee.

b) Umpires’ positions: If there is only one appointed panel umpire, the home club will be notified in advance by the panel coordinator and must provide an umpire for the match. If that umpire is qualified then he/she shall stand at both ends; if not, then he/she shall stand at the striker’s end only. If there is only one non-playing umpire, he/she shall stand at the bowler’s end throughout the match.

c) Each club with a team in Divisions 1 to 6B is required to register with the League every umpire that it considers to be attached to the club whether that umpire has been supplied to the League Umpires Panel or will be standing in a match below Division 2B.

d) In Divisions 3A to 6B inclusive each club is required to register with the League any umpire who will be officiating in a match during the season under one of the following categories:

• Qualified: an umpire who is a member of the ECB ACO and has completed both Stage 1 and 2 courses or their equivalents.

• Dispensation Granted: an umpire who has received dispensation from the League on the grounds that he/she is a long-standing experienced umpire. A sub-committee will review and agree any dispensation, which is granted annually and does not carry over to subsequent seasons.

• Club Umpire: any other umpire which the club expects to use to cover absence of a qualified umpire, or one who has been granted dispensation, due to illness, injury or holiday.

Clubs must provide for every match, other than exceptionally (e.g., holidays or illness) either a qualified umpire or one who has been granted dispensation. Failure to meet this requirement will result in a 5-point penalty for each match.

e) In Divisions 1-2B each club is required to register with the League a minimum of one scorer who has either:

• Completed the ECB ACO Club Scorer course or equivalent; or

• Received dispensation from the League on the grounds that the club has a long-standing and experienced scorer. A League sub-committee will agree any dispensation on this basis.

It is expected that the scorer(s) so registered will be appointed in all matches other than, exceptionally, in the case of holidays or illness. Failure to provide a competent scorer for the duration of matches in Divisions 1-2B will result in a 5-point penalty.

f) The penalty of 5 points will not be applied as follows:

• In (d) where the club has supplied at least as many umpires as it has teams playing in Divisions 6B and above to the Umpires Panel, and

• In (e) where the registered scorer is also a registered umpire and that umpire is a member of the Umpires Panel.

g) It is expected that in cases where a club is able to claim exemption from the penalty of 5 points that it will make every effort to provide, in all matches, an umpire or scorer as applicable for the benefit of the participants.

h) It is the responsibility of every club to ensure that its umpires and scorers are correctly registered on the League website and a claim for exemption under (f) will be determined from those registration details.

9. Covers

Covering of pitches and bowlers’ run-ups shall be allowed after play has commenced. Where only partial covers are available, to ensure play can resume as quickly as possible, bowlers’ run-ups shall be covered up to a distance not exceeding five feet in front of the popping crease.

10. Pitches

Grounds on which matches are to be played shall be listed in the handbook. Alternative grounds may be used, providing the visiting team and umpires are advised of the change before 8pm on the Thursday prior to the date of the match, and formal acknowledgement of the change obtained from an officer of the opposing club and the umpires (where appropriate).

No game shall be switched to a ground (or pitch) other than the one on which the game is scheduled and/or is normally used by the home team, after 8pm on the Thursday prior to the date of the match. Exceptional circumstances may apply, if a late change of ground is approved by the League Executive Committee.

Artificial pitches may be only be used in games in Divisions 10 and 11 of the Regional Divisions.

11. Number of Overs Per Bowler

a) No bowler may bowl more than 10 overs in an innings in a 50 over per side match, or 8 overs in an innings in a 40 over per side match.

b) In a match reduced to less than the scheduled number of overs, no bowler may bowl more than one fifth of the total number of overs available. Where the total number of overs are not divisible by 5, an additional over shall be allowed to the minimum number of bowlers necessary to make up the balance. (E.g., in an innings of 37 overs, a maximum of 2 bowlers may bowl 8 overs)

c) If a reduction in overs results in one or more bowlers having exceeded the newly calculated maximum, then the umpires shall calculate the overs allowed for the remaining bowlers. A bowler who has exceeded the new maximum shall be permitted to complete an incomplete over. (E.g., Match reduced to 33 overs, one bowler has bowled 10 – 3 bowlers may bowl a maximum of 6 overs and 1 bowler may bowl a maximum of 5.

d) A part over shall count as a full over only insofar as each bowler’s limit is concerned.

12. Restriction on the Placement of Fielders

a) Additional fielding restrictions shall apply in Divisions 1 to 6B inclusive. There shall be no additional restriction of fielders (other than those applied in the Laws of Cricket) in the Regional Divisions.

b) Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi-circles shall be 30 yards. The ends of each semi-circle shall be joined to the other by a straight line drawn on the same side of the pitch.

c) At the instance of delivery, only five players may be permitted outside the line described in b) at all times.

d) In the event of an infringement of the fielding restrictions in c) the umpire at the striker’s end shall call and signal “No Ball.”

e) If in the opinion of either batter, the striker’s end umpire fails to call and signal No Ball when the fielding restrictions have been breached, then immediately the ball becomes dead, either batter may draw the matter to the attention of either umpire. If the striker’s end umpire is able to verify the breach, he/she shall call and signal “No-Ball.” If the striker’s end umpire is unable to verify the breach, then he/she shall confirm that the events of the delivery shall be unchanged.

13. No Ball

a) Underarm bowling is not permitted. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm the umpire shall call and signal “No Ball”.

b) There will be no “free hits” for any no balls.

14. Wide Ball

14.1. Divisions 1, 2A & 2B

a) Law 22 shall apply with the following additions:

b) Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation regarding this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.

c) A leg side wide shall be called if, irrespective of where the ball pitches, it passes outside the line of the striker and the leg stump, irrespective of any movement by the striker.

d) A ball passing between the striker and the leg stump shall not be judged a wide.

e) An additional crease marking shall be made 17 inches inside and parallel with each return crease, joining the popping and bowling creases. The crease is the inside edges of both these new markings and the return crease markings. An off side wide shall be called if, in the umpire’s opinion, the delivery has passed between the 17-inch line and the return crease, and the striker has not brought it within reach of a scoring stroke.

14.2 Divisions 3A to 6B

a) Law 22 shall apply with the following additions:

b) Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation regarding this Law in order to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.

c) A leg side wide shall be called if, irrespective of where the ball pitches, it passes outside the line of the striker standing in his normal guard position and the leg stump.

d) A wide shall not be called if the striker moves towards the off-side and the ball would have struck any part of his person had he not moved.

e) A ball passing between the striker and the leg stump shall not be judged a wide.

f) An additional crease marking shall be made 17 inches inside and parallel with each return crease, joining the popping and bowling creases. The crease is the inside edges of both these new markings and the return crease markings. An off side wide shall be called if, in the umpire’s opinion, the delivery has passed between the 17-inch line and the return crease, and the striker has not brought it within reach of a run-scoring stroke.

14.3 Regional Divisions

The umpires and captains shall ensure that consistency is achieved across both innings for determining what constitutes a wide delivery. The division in which the match is being played should be taken into consideration when deciding what should constitute a wide delivery. The principles set out in Law 22 should be used when umpires and captains are reaching agreement.

15. The Bowling of Fast, Short Pitched Deliveries

Law 41.6.1 shall be replaced with: A bowler shall be limited to one fast, short pitched delivery per over. The umpire at the bowler’s end will make it clear to both the bowler and the batters at the wicket when such a delivery within this limit is bowled. This ruling shall apply even though the striker has made contact with the ball with his/her bat, person or equipment. A short pitched delivery is defined as one that clearly passes or would have passed over shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease. It is unfair if the limit is exceeded, and the umpire shall call and signal No Ball on each such occasion. In addition, the umpires will adopt the procedures of law 41.6.3 and 41.6.4.

16 Age restrictions

The minimum age for Open Age cricket is the U13 age group. For juniors to play in any HPCL organised league match, the junior must be in Year 8, and at least 12 years old on the 1st September of the preceding year. Further, the junior’s parents, club coach and an independent Level 2 coach, (usually a county coach), must sign and adhere to the terms set out in HPCL U13 Consent Form which can be found on the HPCL website.

Lost time ready reckoner

Time lost during 1st innings only: A – Total overs in match B – Overs per team

Minutes lost (divisional groups) (Cont.)

Playing Conditions - Readers 20/20 Competition

1. Match Rules

This version of the rules is effective in all matches in the 20/20 Competition (“The Competition”). Except as varied hereunder, the Laws of Cricket (2017 Code 3rd Edition 2022) and all relevant ECB directives and guidelines shall apply.

2. Management

2.1. The Competition shall be under the control of the League and all decisions relating to these rules or to matches played in the Competition shall be final and binding.

3. Competition Structure

The Competition will be organised on a group basis comprising four groups (the ‘Group Stage’) of four sides each. The winner of each group will progress to the ’Finals Day’ which will comprise two Semi-Finals and a Final. See 9.

4. Eligibility

4.1. All players shall be bona fide members of the club registered with the League.

4.2. Eligibility of all players must fall within one of the following categories:

• An unlimited number of players registered under Category 1

• A maximum of one player registered under Category 3

• Category 2 players - contact the League Registration Officer at least 7 days prior to the match for confirmation.

4.3. No other players shall be eligible and any club that fields an ineligible player shall be disqualified.

5. Balls

5.1. All balls used in the Competition shall be those approved by the League (see inside back cover).

5.2. A new ball shall be used from the commencement of each innings.

5.3. Balls for the group matches and for Finals Day will be provided by the League.

5.4. The umpires are to be provided with at least two spare new balls (one for use in each innings if required) of the correct make and grade and a selection of suitable spare balls of varying ages and use prior to the start of the match. As soon as a ball is hit out of the playing area and not immediately found the umpire will obtain a replacement ball and continue with the match. The fielding side should not search for a lost ball.

6. Clothing

Players in all matches in the Competition shall wear coloured clothing.

7. Umpires

7.1. Umpires will be appointed by the League from the Umpires Panel for all matches.

7.2. All clubs must submit a report on the umpires for each match they play in the Competition.

7.3. Umpires appointed by the Panel shall be entitled to receive a fee to be agreed by the League Executive Committee. Fees will be paid by the League and clubs will be invoiced for the costs. On Finals Day the umpires will be paid by the League.

8. Scorers

Each team shall provide their own competent, non-playing scorer in all matches. If a team fails to provide a scorer a player has to be nominated from the team to take up the duty for the entire duration of the match and who shall take no playing part in the match.

9. Fixtures

9.1. Dates and venues for the Group Stages and Finals Day (including reserve dates) will be advised by the League Executive Committee. The winners of the first two matches will contest match 3.

9.2. A side is not permitted to concede a match; any side that concedes a match may be denied entry into the Competition in the following season.

10. Team Sheets

Captains must pass team sheets to the umpires prior to the toss taking place. Team sheets will contain names of players and, if applicable, identify all players aged under 18 and which players fall within the ECB Fast Bowling directive age groups (e.g. U19, U17 etc.).

11. Results

All results must be reported on the day of the match using the standard League Results Service. They should also be reported on Play Cricket within 48 hours of the end of the match.

12. Group Winners

12.1. The winners of the four groups referred to in 9.1 will play in the Semi-Finals on Finals Day.

12.2. For Finals Day the sides to contest the Semi-Finals will be drawn at random from the four group winners.

13. Discipline

Section 12 of the Premier League Playing Rules, setting out sanctions for breaches of the League’s Disciplinary Code, shall apply to this competition. For the avoidance of doubt a Level 3 offence shall carry a suspension of 4 overs.

14.

Complaints

All complaints regarding this competition must made to the organiser within 72 hours of the completion of the match. All queries should be directed to the organiser via e-mail: barryhellewell@hotmail.com. The League Executive Committee’s decision in these matters is final.

Playing Rules - Readers 20/20 Competition

1. Duration

1.1. One innings per side, each limited to a maximum of 20 overs.

1.2. In a match that has a delayed start or is interrupted each side must have faced (or had the opportunity to face) a minimum of 5 overs to constitute a match.

2. Hours of Play

2.1. The recommended start times where there are no interruptions shall be 10.00am, 1.15pm and 4.30pm, subject to a minimum of 30 minutes between the 2nd and 3rd matches. The Close of Play for the purpose of clause 4 shall be agreed between the captains and the umpires and shall not be later than 8pm. In the event of disagreement, the umpires’ decision will be final.

2.2. The interval between innings shall be 10 minutes.

3. Over Rate

3.1. The fielding side must be in position to bowl the first ball of the 20th over within 75 minutes of playing time.

3.2. In the event of them failing to do so, one fewer fielder shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area in 6.2 and 6.3 than would normally be the case in the Powerplay overs in progress at the time. All penalties in this regard will be imposed at the end of the over in progress when the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the innings was exceeded. The full quota of overs will be completed.

3.3. In reduced over matches, the fielding side has a one over leeway in addition to any time that the umpires may allow for stoppages.

3.4. Umpires are instructed to apply a strict interpretation of time wasting by the batters (5 run penalties). Batters are expected to be ready for the start of a new over as soon as the bowler is ready to bowl.

3.5. Time may be added at the discretion of the umpires for any stoppage or delay in play. When the umpires agree that time is to be allowed for a stoppage, they shall inform the captain of the fielding side of the time to be allowed at an appropriate opportunity. For frequent moving of the sightscreens, the batting side shall assume responsibility unless other arrangements have been made.

4. Delayed Start and Interruptions

4.1. The objective of rearranging overs is to give the greatest opportunity for a match of equal overs. If, in the view of the umpires, taking into account the prevailing ground, weather and light conditions, it is considered unlikely that the full quota of overs will be bowled in any match it is recommended that a pre-emptive decision is made to reduce overs in both innings equally. Any reduction in the number of overs shall be at the sole discretion of the umpires.

4.2. If there is a delayed start to, or interruptions occur in, either the first or second game, the umpires shall be responsible for determining if any overs are to be deducted, having regard for the available playing time for all matches scheduled for the day. If overs are to be reduced, the calculation shall be based on one over for every complete four minutes of playing time lost, with a view to making all remaining games scheduled of approximately equal length.

4.3. If only one match remains in the day: one over for every 4 minutes of the total time available for play up to the scheduled close of play, allowing 10 minutes for the Interval between innings. In any calculation of overs remaining, the number of overs to be received by the side batting second shall not exceed the number of overs available to the side batting first.

4.4. The DLS Method will be used to calculate the target score of the side batting second using the DLS regulations as provided by the League to every club. The umpires shall agree with the scorers and shall inform the captains of the target score before play is resumed. In the event of a miscalculation of the target score, the original score shall not be altered once the captains have been informed. The target score shall be displayed clearly on the scoreboard.

5. Timed Out

The incoming batter must be in a position to take guard, or for his/her partner to be ready to receive the next ball, within 1 minute 30 seconds of the fall of the previous wicket. Any infringement of this rule shall result in the incoming batter being dismissed Timed Out by the umpires. An appeal by the fielding side is not required.

6. Fielding Restrictions

6.1. Two semi-circles shall be drawn on the field of play. The semi-circles shall have as their centre the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The radius of each of the semi-circles shall be 30 yards. The ends of each semi-circle shall be joined to the other by a straight line drawn on the field on the same side of the pitch. The fielding restriction area should be marked by ‘dots’ at five-yard intervals, each ‘dot’ to be covered by a white plastic or rubber (but not metal) disc measuring seven inches in diameter.

6.2. For the first 6 overs of each innings, at the instant of delivery, no more than 2 fielders shall be permitted to be outside the field restriction marking defined in 6.1.

6.3. After the first 6 overs of each innings, at the instant of delivery, no more than 5 fielders shall be permitted to be outside the field restriction marking.

6.4. Throughout the innings, at the instant of delivery, no more than five fielders shall be permitted to field on the leg side.

6.5. In circumstances when the number of overs of the batting team is reduced, the restrictions in 6.2 and 6.3 shall be reduced in accordance with the table below.

Overs in match Number of overs with fielding restrictions

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7. Overs Per Bowler

7.1. No bowler may bowl more than 4 overs. In a match with an innings of less than 20 overs, no bowler may bowl more than one fifth of the total overs available.

Where the total overs are not divisible by 5, an additional over shall be allowed to the minimum number of bowlers necessary to make up the balance.

7.2. If a reduction in overs results in one or more bowlers having exceeded the newly calculated maximum, then the umpires shall calculate the overs allowed for the remaining bowlers. If the interruption occurs mid-over and upon resumption that bowler has exceeded the new maximum allocation, that bowler shall be allowed to finish the incomplete over.

7.3. In the event of a bowler breaking down and being unable to complete an over, another bowler will bowl the remaining balls. Such part of an over will count as a full over only in so far as each bowler’s limit is concerned.

7.4. Where possible, the number of overs bowled by each individual bowler shall be indicated on the scoreboard, from the commencement of an innings.

8. No Ball

8.1. Underarm bowling is not permitted. If a bowler bowls a ball underarm the umpire shall call and signal ‘No Ball’ and follow the procedures in law 21.3.

8.2. Law 41.6 (Bowling of dangerous and unfair short pitched deliveries) shall apply with the following additions:

a) Irrespective of how wide of the striker a delivery is, the bowler shall be limited to one delivery per over that clearly passes or would have passed over shoulder height of the striker standing upright at the crease.

b) The umpire shall inform the bowler and the batters at the wicket when a delivery under 8.1.1 has been bowled. It is unfair if the limit is exceeded, and the umpire shall call and signal ‘No Ball’ on each such occasion.

c) Law 41.6.5 shall not apply; warnings under law 41.6.3 shall be added to any warnings under 41.7.1 and action taken in accordance with Law 41.6.4.

8.3. Law 41.7 (Bowling of dangerous and unfair non-pitching deliveries) shall apply with the following amendment:

a) Law 41.7.3 shall not apply. Any warnings applied in Law 41.7.1 shall be added to any warnings applied in Law 41.6.3 and action taken in accordance with Law 41.7.2.

8.4. The delivery following a No Ball shall be a free hit for whichever batter is facing it. Note: this applies to all modes of No Ball except for the first short pitched delivery that passes or would have passed clearly over head-height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease. For clarity, such a delivery to be called a No Ball and considered the one short pitched delivery for the over.

8.5. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or a Wide Ball) then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batter is facing it.

8.6. For any free hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball, even if the delivery for a free hit is called a Wide Ball.

8.7. Field changes are not permitted for free hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker, or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker.

8.8. When the ball is dead and after signalling ‘No Ball’ to the scorers, the bowler’s end umpire will call and signal a free hit by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.

8.9. The free hit delivery counts as a ball in the over unless it in turn is a Wide Ball or a No ball.

9. Wide Ball

9.1. Umpires are instructed to apply a very strict and consistent interpretation regarding this Law to prevent negative bowling wide of the wicket.

9.2. A leg side wide shall be called if, irrespective of where the ball pitches, it passes outside the line of the striker and the leg stump, unless the striker moves as outlined below.

9.3. The interpretation to be followed for calling a wide when a switch hit or reverse sweep is played or the batter gets in a position to play the shot and then aborts it, is as follows:

From the moment the ball ceases to be dead, whenever a batter has changed their grip and/or their batting position as per Appendix A6.8 in the Laws (or feinted to do so) or has attempted a reverse sweep or switch hit, then they lose the tight definition of the leg side wide and the wide guidelines are employed on both sides of the wicket, not just the off side.

9.4. A ball that passes between the striker and the leg stump shall not be judged a wide.

9.5. An off side wide shall be called if, in the umpire’s opinion, the delivery has passed between the 17-inch line and the return crease and the striker has not brought it within reach of a run-scoring stroke.

10. The Result

10.1. At the completion of an uninterrupted match, in which both sides have the opportunity to bat for the same number of overs:

(a) the side scoring the highest number of runs shall be the winners.

(b) if the scores are level, then the side that has lost fewest wickets shall be the winners.

(c) if both sides have lost the same number of wickets, then the side with the highest score at the end of the 6th completed over shall be the winners.

(d) if still equal, then at the end of the 5th, 4th, 3rd, 2nd, and 1st completed over.

(e) If still equal, then rule 11 shall apply.

10.2. If, after an interruption in play after the start of the match, the number of overs to be received by either side is reduced to a lesser number than allocated before the start, then a target score shall be set for the side batting second to achieve. This will be calculated using the DLS Method as specified by the League.

(a) If the target score is reached or exceeded, the side batting second shall be deemed to have won.

(b) If the par score is not reached, the side batting first shall be deemed to have won.

(c) If the par score is equalled, then rule 11 shall apply. Such result shall be reported as “A win under the DLS method.”

11. Super Over

A ‘Super Over’ will be bowled by each side as follows:

11.1. Each captain will nominate three batters and one bowler.

11.2. The side that batted second in the match shall bat first in the Super Over and face one over of six legitimate balls bowled by the nominated bowler. The other side shall bat second and face one over of six legitimate balls bowled by the nominated bowler.

11.3. If either side loses two wickets in its over then its innings will end. The winner will be the side which scores most runs.

11.4. If the scores are equal, then there will be a second super over with different batters and bowlers nominated under 11.1, except that a batter who has not commenced their innings may be nominated again.

11.5. The sequence of 11.1 to 11.4 will continue with the side batting first alternating until a result is achieved.

11.6. Fielding restrictions under rule 6.3 and 6.4 shall apply.

11.7. The umpires will allow 10 minutes between the end of the match and the Super Over and a maximum of 10 minutes between each Super Over.

12. Bowl Out

12.1. In the event of no result being obtained by other methods and where there is no reserve date on which to play the game, a bowl-out (outdoors or indoors) will take place to achieve a result. Five players from each side will bowl two over arm deliveries each at a wicket (conforming to Law 8) from a wicket pitched at a distance of 22 yards with, if practicable, bowling, popping and return creases marked (conforming to Law 7).

12.2. The side which bowls down the wicket (as defined in Law 29.1) the most times, shall be the winner. If the scores are equal, the same players will bowl one ball each alternately to achieve a result on a ‘sudden death’ basis.

12.3. The following shall also apply in respect of bowl-outs:

(a) The same suitably acceptable ball (not new) will be used by both teams. If this ball becomes wet, it may be changed subject to the umpires’ approval.

(b) If a bowler bowls a No ball, it will count as one of the two deliveries but will not count towards the score of the team.

(c) If the original match has started, then the five cricketers nominated to take part in the bowl-out must be chosen from the eleven cricketers and 12th man selected to play in the match. If there has been no play in the original match (the toss has not taken place), the five cricketers may be selected from any of the players in the squad as registered on Play-Cricket.

(d) Each side will appoint a wicket-keeper to stand behind the wicket but out of reach of the stumps.

12.4. In the event of a bowl out not being possible, the result will be determined by the toss of a coin with both captains and their representatives present.

Playing Rules - Readers T20 Trophy 2024

1. Matches shall be played in accordance with the spirit and the Laws of Cricket (2017 Code 3rd Edition 2022) and all relevant ECB directives and guidelines, subject to the match conditions specified below.

2. When possible, each side must provide a competent non-playing umpire. In the event of there being only one non-playing umpire then this umpire shall stand at the bowler’s end for the duration of the match.

In matches where there are no non-playing umpires, captains should ensure that only responsible adult players undertake umpiring duties.

3. Each team should provide a competent scorer, who should sit together. In the event of no non-playing competent scorer, it is the responsibility of the batting side to keep an accurate record of the score.

The total score, wickets lost and overs completed must be displayed on a scoreboard visible from the square not less than at the conclusion of every over and, if possible, whenever the score changes.

4. A team must have a minimum of eight players at the match to constitute a team. However, a match may start if the batting team has less than eight players and they assure the fielding team that the other players have reasonable explanation(s) for late arrival. (Teams should be aware that the laws of cricket still apply).

5. Fixtures will be arranged by the clubs and are to be played on Sundays as prescribed.

However, if it proves impossible to arrange fixtures by the time limits set, clubs may play on any other day of the week if both captains agree. Sundays are clearly the preferred days, and the competition has been formulated on that basis.

• Group matches where each team plays the others in the group twice are to be played by the last Sunday in July

• Quarter Finals in August

• Semi Final & Final Date before end of the League season

6. Evening matches should start by 6.15pm.

7. Toss to take place a minimum of 15 minutes prior to the match start time and if a team is not available to toss then that team will be adjudged to have lost the toss.

8. Result – Group matches

a. The winner of each completed match is the team that scores the most runs.

b. If the scores are equal at the end of the match, then the winning team is the one that has lost the fewest number of wickets. If both teams have lost the same number of wickets, then the winning team is the one that batted first.

c. In the event of the second innings being abandoned after ten overs but before the match completion, then the result will be decided by the side with the highest run rate, calculated as the runs scored per valid delivery received, multiplied by six. If a side is all out, then the number of deliveries received shall be the total number that side was entitled to receive.

d. Points awarded: Win 2pts, Loss 0pts, Abandoned without result 1pt each.

e. Failure to fulfil a fixture will be regarded as a loss and match awarded to opposition.

9. Innings, duration and interruptions

a. Each match shall consist of one innings per side, each limited to a maximum of 20 overs.

b. Ten overs must be bowled in each innings, subject to the laws of cricket, to constitute a match.

c. The fielding side must be in position to bowl the first ball of the 20th over within 75 minutes of playing time. In the event of them failing to do so, one fewer fielder shall be permitted outside the fielding restriction area in 13(b) than would normally be the case. All penalties in this regard will be imposed at the end of the over in progress when the scheduled or re-scheduled cessation time for the innings was exceeded. The full quota of overs will be completed.

d. Time may be added at the discretion of the umpires for any stoppage or delay in play. When the umpires agree that time is to be allowed for a stoppage, they shall inform the batters and the captain of the fielding side of the time to be allowed.

e. Captains are to remind their players that the incoming batter must be ready to take strike within 90 seconds of the fall of the previous wicket.

f. If time is lost after the agreed start time in the first innings, then match overs are to be reduced by 2 overs for every full eight minutes lost.

g. If time is lost in the second innings, overs are to be reduced by one per every full four minutes lost.

h. An interval of fifteen minutes will take place between innings.

10. In the event of a delayed start prior to the toss, both captains must agree to a new start time, otherwise overs are to be reduced as per rule 9(f).

11. No bowler may bowl more than 4 overs. In a match with an innings of less than 20 overs no bowler may bowl more than one fifth of the total overs available. Where the total number of overs is not divisible by 5, an additional over shall be allowed to the minimum number of bowlers necessary to make up the balance.

12.

Wides, No Balls and Free Hits

a. Any delivery that passes to the leg side of the striker in his normal batting position will be called a wide.

b. An off side wide shall be called if, in the umpire’s opinion, the delivery has passed between the return crease and a line 17 inches inside the return crease and the striker has not brought it within reach of a run-scoring stroke. The home club is encouraged to make this additional pitch marking when preparing the pitch to assist the players and umpires and ensure consistency.

c. Any high full toss that passes the striker above waist height shall be a No Ball.

d. Any short pitched delivery passing the striker clearly above shoulder height shall be a No Ball.

e. Note that both waist and shoulder height are to be judged based on the position of the striker standing upright at the popping crease.

f. The delivery following a No Ball shall be a free hit for whichever batter is facing.

g. If the delivery for the free hit is not a legitimate delivery (any kind of No Ball or

a Wide Ball) then the next delivery will become a free hit for whichever batter is facing it.

h. For any free hit, the striker can be dismissed only under the circumstances that apply for a No Ball, even if the delivery for a free hit is called a Wide Ball.

i. Field changes are not permitted for free hit deliveries unless there is a change of striker, or the No Ball was the result of a field restriction breach in which case the field may be changed to the extent of correcting the breach.

j. However, in all circumstances, any fielder within 15 yards of the striker may retreat to a position on the same line no more than 15 yards from the striker.

k. When the ball is dead and after signalling ‘No Ball’ to the scorers, the bowler’s end umpire will call and signal a free hit by extending one arm straight upwards and moving it in a circular motion.

l. The free hit delivery counts as a ball in the over unless it in turn is a Wide Ball or a No Ball.

13. Fielding restrictions:

a. Two semi-circles with a radius of 30 yards shall be drawn on the field of play, with their centre being the middle stump at either end of the pitch. The ends of each semi-circle shall be joined by a straight line on the same side of the pitch. The fielding restriction shall be marked by white dots and covered with white circular disks and shall be referred to as the ‘Fielding Circle.’

b. For the first six overs (or 30% of the length of the innings, rounded down, if reduced below 20 overs) no more than two fielders shall be permitted to be outside the fielding circle at the instant of delivery. Thereafter there must be no more than five fielders outside of the fielding circle at the instant of delivery.

c. If there is a breach of rule (b) the umpire at the striker’s end shall call and signal No Ball.

d. Where the fielding restriction markings in (a) are not present the captain of the fielding side shall ensure that the placement of fielders meets the restrictions set out in (b) and will follow any instructions given by the umpires to ensure that this requirement is met.

e. In the Semi-Finals and Final rule (d) shall not apply.

14. Result – Semi-finals and Final as per 8 above except: If runs and wickets are equal at the end of match, then a ‘Super Over’ will be bowled by each side in accordance with rule 11 of the Readers 20/20 Competition.

15. If matches under 14 above are cancelled due to poor weather, then teams can only rearrange the match date once, otherwise alternative means to secure the result, namely a “bowl out – best of five balls by five different bowlers” or finally “a toss of the coin – best of three”.

16. Player eligibility

a. Each player must be a regular playing member of the respective club and he/ she can only play for one club in ‘T/20 Trophy’ matches in any one season

b. No player can play if they regularly play for a team above Saracens Hertfordshire Premier Cricket League Division 1 in the current season.

c. If a club fields a player who normally plays for another club in Saturday League matches, then the Sunday club must get dispensation from the competition organiser, otherwise the club will be deemed to have played an ineligible player. d. Clubs playing an ineligible player will be deemed to have lost all matches in which the player has played.

17. Cricket Balls

a. Each team to supply the new match ball for their innings

b. The home side to provide a minimum of six spare balls of equal grade

18. The HOME club must report the result on play -cricket.com by 9pm on the day of the match, following the same process as for Saturday League matches, as set out on page 48 of this handbook.

19. All complaints regarding this competition must made to the organiser within 72 hours of the completion of the match. All queries should be directed to the organiser via e-mail. The organiser’s decision in these matters is final.

Registration and Match Day Procedures

Wednesday prior to match by 10pm - Overseas (Cat. 3)

Deadline for registering Overseas & Overseas Resident players (category 3) on https://hertfordshirecl.play-cricket.com/ and www.hertsleague.co.uk. Download the form from the download section of www.hertsleague.co.uk.

Match Day (Saturday) by 10am - Local Players (Cat. 1)

Deadline for registering all category 1 (i.e. UK citizen) players at www.hertsleague.co.uk & on https://hertfordshirecl.play-cricket.com/.

Players’ full first and surnames must be registered (initials will not be accepted). Same full registered name must be used on team sheet and in scorebook. Players aged under 19 must be identified on registration site and team sheet

For further registration direction email: registration@hertsleague.co.uk

Match Day - before the toss,

A minimum of 15 minutes and maximum of 30 minutes before the start time, both captains shall hand a completed team sheet to the umpires or, where no nonplaying umpire, to the opposing captain.

A match cannot start until completed team sheets have been exchanged

The Toss

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In Divisions 2b and above it is a requirement that the two umpires are present at the toss. Captains and umpires are requested to ensure that this requirement is met. In Division 3a and below it is recommended that the umpires are present at the toss. This is to ensure that all relevant match rules and regulations are discussed and agreed, including but not limited to the various ECB directives.

Umpires

Cancellation: In the event of cancellation through wet weather, umpires should be notified where possible no later than 2 hours before the scheduled start time, otherwise both umpires’ expenses will be payable. In the event of a cancellation, the HOME club is responsible for contacting BOTH umpires. Umpires positions. If there is only one non-playing umpire he shall stand at the bowler’s end throughout the match.

Cricket balls

The home club is required to supply umpires with all match balls and sufficient spare balls (which must be of the make and specification in line with the League rules - see the inside back cover for details).

Match Day Requirements - After the Match

Results reporting

NEW FOR 2024

https://hertfordshirecl.play-cricket.com

Home team to report the result on playcricket, by 9pm on match day. The home XI is the side that appears first in the fixture list in this handbook, regardless of where the game is played. All results, including cancelled and abandoned games, are to be reported.

Penalty: 5 point fine for failure to report by the deadline.

This applies to ALL DIVISIONS, with the team required to report the two team totals, wickets taken, overs bowled and the result.

In addition, for divisions from Premier to 2B, by 11pm on the Tuesday following the match, the full scorecard should be recorded, including names of match officials

Penalty: a fine of £30 for failure to report by the Tuesday deadline, on each occasion.

Any problems - contact Results Secretary, Richard Mason

Tel: 07491 834644. E: results@hertsleague.co.uk

Reporting through the Herts League app

App Login

1. Open the app on your device

2. Enter your username and password (only needs entering first time)

3. You will see the current and previous matches for the team which you captain

- If logged in using the Admin user then all matches for your Club will be shown

- Both League and Cup matches are shown

4. A U and F indicate if Umpire and Facilities Marks are entered (Green lettering when completed).

BOTH teams to complete team sheets and mark umpires.

AWAY teams to mark facilities (divisions 1 - 6B)

Team sheets

Each captain (or designated person) must record their players’ names, via hertsleague.co.uk and https://hertfordshirecl.play-cricket.com/ by 9pm on the day of the match Any substitutes used shall be added to the team sheet. Please note, Team Sheets cannot be entered through the League website. A list of registered players is presented on the HCPL play-cricket site and the players for the particular match can be selected by tapping on each player. All physical team sheets must be countersigned as valid by one non-playing umpire (where there are umpires) and by the opposition captain.

Penalty: 5 points deducted for each occurrence of not entering your team sheet by 9pm deadline, on the day of the match.

Any player who takes part in a league match and is not registered on the League web site by the stated deadlines, or incorrectly registered, shall be deemed ineligible for that match. In the event of an allegation against an ineligible player being proven (subject to appeal) the team fielding the ineligible player will have 5 points deducted on each occasion (10 points after 1 August)

Facilities Marking

Divisions One-6B: Facilities marks must be entered by the visiting captain for all matches, excluding cancelled or abandoned, by 9pm on the Wednesday following the match.

Penalty: Failure to submit a report or late submission by a team will incur a deduction of 5 points on each occasion.

(Note that the date and time of each report is automatically recorded.)

In the Premier divisions, facilities will be the sole responsibility of the umpires and will be entered into the www.whostheumpire.com.

Umpires Marking

Premier Division, Championship and Divisions 1 to 2b inclusive Marks for umpires are to be entered by both captains via the form on the ‘Who’s The Umpire’ system (www.whostheumpire.com) by 11pm on the Friday following every match. Any problems must be reported immediately to: Jon Holland. E: joncarole81@hotmail.co.uk T: 07948 718178.

Penalty: Each failure to report by the Friday deadline up to the 30 June, 2 points deducted for the match in question. After 30 June, 5 points deducted.

Divisions 3a-6b:

Umpires reports may be submitted by both captains for all matches, via teh Herts League app, by 11pm on the Friday following every match.

Website Dashboard

Facilities reports and umpire marks.can be entered using the League website. Login to the website for your club’s “Dashboard”. Use options to edit the result (home team only) and enter facilities report (away team) and umpires marks (both teams).

Facilities Reporting Objectives

Facilities. The continued improvement of standards throughout the League benefits all clubs and enhances the status of the League. To achieve this, we are able to offer guidance on methods of obtaining technical advice and the raising of funds via grants and loans.

Facilities Chairman: Mark Shepherd

Tel: 07772 224390 Email:markshepherd01@aol.com

Reporting Procedure

In the Premier divisions, facilities will be the sole responsibility of the umpires officiating on the day and will be entered into the whostheumpire website.

For divisions 1 - 6B, it is the responsibility of the visiting captain or his appointed representative to submit marks for the relevant facilities. The marks must be entered by 9pm on the Wednesday following every match. Note that the date and time of each report is automatically recorded. Failure to comply with the above deadline will result in the team incurring a deduction of 5 points for each offence. Please note that inaccurately entered data, e.g. the wrong opponent, wrong date or division, etc. will render the report void (not reported). Penalties will also be incurred in such circumstances.

For divisions 7B and below, if a visiting captain believes that the facilities of the home club do not meet those required by clause 3d of the constitution the captain shall report the ground in question to markshepherd01@aol.com with an explanation of the reasons.

Promotion Criteria

(For facilities requirements see constitution, rule 3)

The results of each club./team will have a bearing on the it’s ability to be either promoted or in extreme cases to remain in their current division or even in the League itself.

The Constitution sets out minimum facilities required in each division. As a general rule, to be considered for promotion a team needs to attain an overall average mark in excess of 6.5 for the top two divisions and 6.0 for all divisions thereafter, over a 2-3 year period. Clubs failing to meet the marking criteria can expect an inspection of their facilities and will need to agree appropriate action before promotion (probably with conditions attached) can be confirmed.

Clubs will have the right of appeal (in writing) if there have been significant variations in the level of marks awarded or if for the ensuing season the club has specific and finalised arrangements for the necessary improvements. The committee will be able to exercise discretion but its decision will be final.

Notification of Facilities Marks

Clubs perceived to have problems with any facility will be advised approximately halfway through the season of its own results compared with the average for the division, which should enable clubs to start to take action on necessary improvements. At the end of the season full details on a club-by-club basis will be made available.

Facilities Reporting Scheme Guidelines

Marks below 7: These represent an area where there may be a shortfall in the basic requirements and where possible remedial action or extra effort is required. Marks of 6 and below must be accompanied by helpful comments on the reporting system and in exceptional cases a letter may be sent. A mark of 7 should indicate that the basic requirements have been met as described below.

Marks between 8 to 10: For achieving “additional” standard, described below, or making an outstanding and obvious effort.

Please Note: The Facilities Committee would like to remind all clubs that the marks awarded should be a clear reflection of the facilities provided on the day of the match and that the result of the match should not influence these marks unduly unless there are good reasons for doing so. In such instances please provide helpful clear comments explaining the reasoning for any apparent levels of marks awarded. The marks should only be entered on to the website by a designated member of the visiting club that was present on the day of the game.

1. Pitch

Basic: Properly prepared (mown and rolled) to a width of 10 feet. Properly and clearly marked to conform to MCC Regulations and Recommendations (i.e. 5 foot and 1 foot lines). Be of reasonably consistent bounce throughout match and not affording excessive spin or movement off the seam. Adequate set of stumps and bails to be provided together with bowling markers (not left to umpires to provide). Sawdust and cloths available during wet conditions. Roller available for use between innings. Pitch ends to be cleaned up between innings and necessary re-marking to be done.

Additional: Pitch to offer reasonable pace throughout match. 1st XI matches to be located in central area of square. Whole square to be closely and evenly mown and old wicket-ends repaired to give as true a fielding surface as possible. Stumps and bails to be properly matched sets and in good condition. Heavy set of bails to be available for windy conditions.

2. Outfield

Basic: Adequately mown to provide reasonably true fielding surface. Properly maintained and repaired so that it is free from stones, holes and other hazards. Reasonably flat (slight slopes and undulations not to be penalised)

Additional: Finely mown, free from grass cuttings and rolled to provide fast and true surface. Flat and spacious. Well grassed over entire area.

3. Sightscreens (Division 6B and above)

Basic: One provided at each end of ground. Adequate size (width and height), in good repair and of acceptable white/light coloured facade. Easily moved and in position before commencement of play. (No sightscreen = no points. 1 sightscreen = 4 points maximum). Positioned wholly outside playing area with boundary line adjusted where necessary.

Additional: Very large if single variety or two (split) screens at each end. Clean and in really good condition giving excellent sighting for batsmen.

4. Boundaries

Basic: Marked as per divisional requirements. Adequate number of flags and markers. Straight and uniform within contours of ground. At least 50 yards from centre of pitch.

Additional: Numerous and prominent markers or flags. Separately mown to give added prominence. Reasonably equidistant in relation to siting of pitch on square.

5. Scorebox

(not necessarily applicable to Divisions 7a and below; scoreboard to be marked)

Basic: Main total to be clear and moveable (flip-over or lights) to ensure promptness. Overs, wickets and 1st innings score also to be clearly displayed and easily changed. To be a score box and not just a board, internal seating and table for scorers, providing adequate protection from the elements Box should be clean and tidy. (Old fashioned “telegraph” type scoreboard limited to a maximum of 5 points). A clock, visible from the wicket, must be provided. If no clock is provided this must be reported

Additional: Flip-over numbers or lights for all items mentioned above. Facility for recording individual scores of batsmen. Light or other clear method of acknowledging signals from umpires. Home” and “Visitors” boards available. Large, clear clock suitably positioned.

6. Pavilion

Basic: Changing rooms to be lockable, clean and tidy with rubbish from previous matches removed from the premises. Toilets and wash basins (with separate facilities for ladies) to be in a sanitary condition with adequate supply of requisites. Showers to have good supplies of hot water with temperature safely controlled. Cubicles to be clean and clear of debris / dirt from previous use. Tea to be served on clean crockery and hygienically protected until tea is taken by all players, umpires and scorers.

Additional: Changing rooms of above average size with adequate space for all kit bags. Showers separate from opponents with 4 or more shower spaces. Individual cubicles are of particular benefit. Toilets to be housed separately from changing rooms and showers. A separate changing area for umpires.

Mobile Edition of the Handbooks

This Match Day Handbook, the main handbook and player records are published on the Issuu digital publishing platform

You can view the handbooks online at www.issuu.com or through the Issuu app for Android, available on Google Play and for iOS from the Apple App Store (simply search for issuu)

https://issuu.com/hertsleague/docs/rules_book_2024

https://issuu.com/hertsleague/docs/handbook2024_online https://issuu.com/hertsleague/docs/performances

Club/Team Penalties 2024

The following table provides a list of the standard penalties that will be applied. All penalties applied are subject to appeal.

Offence

Level Penalty

Non membership compliance Constitutional violation / Not affiliated to HCCA

Non Club attendance at AGM Constitutional violation

Non Club attendance at Captains' Meeting Constitutional violation

Failure to provide team sheet at toss (Constitution rule 13e)

Failure to enter team sheet by 9pm, on match day

Non result reporting on playcricket.com by home team, by 9pm on match day.

Non result reporting of the full scorecard on play-cricket. com, by home team, by 11pm on the Tuesday following the match.

Non facility reporting by 9pm on the following Wednesday

No umpire marking report by 11pm on the following Friday

Playing unregistered/ineligible player

Playing unregistered Juniors (U18 and below)

Playing ineligible juniors in adult matches (even as substitute fielders)

Club suspended / Disciplinary action

Club fined as per rules

Each club's team not eligible for 5 point bonus

All divisions No match -Match awarded to opposition

All divisions 5 point deduction on each occasion

All divisions 5 point deduction on each occasion

Premier - 2B

Home team fined £30 each occasion

Division 1 - 6B 5 point deduction on each occasion

Division 2B and above

All divisions

Team: 2 point deduction (5 points after 30 June)

Team: 5 point deduction each occasion (10 points after 1 Aug)

All divisions 30 point deduction on each occasion

All divisions Automatic relegation + disciplinary proceedings

Playing player in wrong category Constitutional violation

Playing player under false name

Captain or vice-captains without DBS - ineligible player

Failure to comply with fixture cancellation requirements

50% deduction of points in matches per player

All divisions Automatic relegation + disciplinary proceedings

All divisions

Team: 10 points deduction each occasion.

All divisions £150 to opposition

Failure to provide umpire Division 1 - 6B 5 point deduction each occasion

Failure to provide scorer Division 1 - 2B 5 point deduction each occasion

Paying a player to play Division 1 & below Automatic relegation + disciplinary proceedings

No Safeguarding Officer

All teams in all divisions 30 points deduction on each occasion

Safeguarding Responsibilities

All clubs have a duty of care to all juniors and vulnerable adults who participate in cricket. These are set out on the League website at www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/files/ safeguarding_responsibilities_2024.pdf

The guidelines cover:

• A club’s safeguarding responsibilities

Note: Every club must appoint a trained Club Safeguarding Officer (CSO). It’s part of a club’s membership to ECB, Hertfordshire Cricket and SHPCL. Failure to have a trained CSO negates the club’s membership, and the club will then be penalised as per league rules

• Photography, filming, social media and broadcasting guidelines

• Guidelines for youth players in the SHPCL

For any DBS and safeguarding questions, contact

Richard Burling, League Safeguarding Officer

Substitutes and Runners

General

The Laws provide for the umpires to determine whether a substitute or runner is to be allowed. In matches where there are no non-playing umpires the captains must take this responsibility and act fairly and impartially in accordance with the Laws.

Substitutes

The captain may request a substitute for any member of the team who becomes ill or injured at any time after the team sheets have been given to the umpires (or the opposing captain if there are not non-playing umpires). Team sheets must be provided before the Toss takes place.

A substitute is not allowed if a player leaves the field for any other reason. If a player comes into a match with an injury a substitute is not permitted unless the injury is made worse during the match.

A substitute may also be allowed for other “wholly acceptable reasons”. As a guide this would mean someone in the team who was an on-call doctor or someone who had a family member involved in an accident or emergency. In general this does not cover someone simply arriving late at the match without an acceptable reason. A substitute may field in any position but may act as wicket-keeper only with the consent of the umpires. He may not bat, bowl or act as captain.

Runners

A batsman will be allowed a Runner if he becomes ill or injured at any time after the team sheets have been given to the umpires (as above) and the illness or injury affects his ability to run.

For the avoidance of doubt where there are non-playing umpires the consent of the captain of the fielding side for a Runner is not required.

A Runner must:

1. Be a member of the team

2. Have already batted, if possible. If an Opening Batsman requires a Runner the person who acts as the Runner must not be listed to bat in the first 6. When a wicket falls the dismissed batsman shall become the Runner.

3. Wear the same external protective equipment as the Batsman for whom he is running (pads, gloves and helmet, as applicable) and carry a bat. Further, if the Runner is Under-18 he must wear a helmet. Runners may only be changed with the approval of the umpires.

Safety Guidelines

Helmets

Any player under the age of 18 playing in the Saracens Hertfordshire Premier Cricket League, County 20/20 or County Trophy matches must wear a helmet when batting and when standing up to the stumps when keeping wicket. The Umpires must be provided with a team sheet before the start of each match identifying any player who is in under 19 or below age groups. Captains, Coaches, Managers, and umpires must always ensure that a young player wears a helmet.

Youth players as umpire

Where youth players are required to stand as an umpire, only as a last resort should players aged under 18 umpire any part of a match, unless qualified as an umpire or by agreement between both captains. Where possible, any under 18 Umpire should stand only at the striker’s end, (i.e., square leg), with an adult at the bowler’s end.

Captains’ responsibilities.

The Captain is responsible for the safety of all youth players in his team. Captains must ensure young players wear a helmet in adult cricket regardless of the speed of the bowling or the circumstances of the match. Captains must also ensure when placing their field that young players do not infringe the fielding regulations for young players issued by the ECB. Please refer to the Fielding Regulations set out below.

Responsibility and action of umpires

Umpire’s should establish before the start of any match the age group of all young players taking part in the match. Such players MUST be identified on the SHPCL Team-sheet exchanged at the beginning of a game. This may require a meeting with the manager, coach, or captain. When the captain has indicated that there are young players taking part, the umpires should remind the captain that he is responsible for the safety of the young players throughout the match. The umpires should not allow play to proceed if the young player is not wearing a helmet in line with League and ECB regulations.

What are the legal implications?

If a young player receives a head injury in a situation where the guidance had not been followed, there is a material risk that the person responsible for the player at the time the injury was sustained would be potentially liable for damages for negligence. To establish negligence, it would be necessary to show:

• that a person owes the cricketer a duty of care • that the person acted in breach of that duty of care; and • that the cricketer suffered loss or damage because of that breach.

Normally, the Captain will be responsible for identifying who was responsible for the safety of the player at the time the injury was sustained.

Guidance and advice

The League and the ECB offer guidance on a number of playing regulations, directives and the Laws. Full details are available on the League website. Here are summaries of the main items and links to relevant documents you can find there. Helmets

All players under 18 must wear a helmet when batting or when standing up to the stumps when keeping wicket, with their ages identified on the team sheet. Captains and umpires must ensure that a young player wears a helmet. The ECB strongly recommends that all adult recreational cricketers should wear helmets. Additional information on the web site includes general advice on safety, BSI Standard, women’s helmets, recommendations on what clubs need to do, and insurance. See: https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/safetyguidelines.pdf

Attempting to Run out the Non-Striker

Following a change to the Laws, this dismissal has moved from Law 41 Unfair Play to Law 38 Run Out. In summary:

At any time from the moment the ball comes into play until the instant when the bowler would normally have been expected to release the ball, the non-striker is liable to be Run out if he/she is out of his/her ground. The instant when the bowler would normally have been expected to release the ball is defined as the moment the bowler’s arm reaches the highest point of his/her normal bowling action in the delivery swing.

Guidance

The key aspect of the law are “the bowler would normally have been expected to release the ball” and “highest point of his/her normal bowling action”. This is the point in the action when the bowler would normally release the ball. The bowler attempting to run out the non-striker must stop their run up before their arm reaches the point when the ball would normally be released. If so, and they break the wicket with the non-striker out of their crease and there is an appeal, then the non-striker is out. Further details on the Law, plus Spirit of Cricket guidance, at bowler’s end, at https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/attemptingtorunoutnon-striker.pdf

High Full Tosses

The Law states that any delivery that passes (or would have passed) above waist height of the striker standing upright at the popping crease is unfair. The umpire must judge whether there is a risk of injury to the striker and consider the speed, height and direction of the delivery, the skill of the striker, and frequency of such deliveries. Then, on the first occasion, the bowler must be given a final warning (plus other protocols) and if there is a second occurrence then the fielding captain must be told to take the bowler off and he cannot bowl again in the match. The following must always be regarded as dangerous: every slow high full toss that passes, or would have passed, the Striker above shoulder height or every non-slow high full toss directed at or close to the Striker that passes, or would have passed, above waist height. If a high full toss is bowled deliberately, the bowler must be suspended immediately.

See more at https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/highfulltosses.pdf

Ground Weather and Light

Both umpires should agree, at all times, that conditions do not present an actual and foreseeable risk of injury to any player or umpire. Among the criteria to be considered by umpires, the home club and captains when assessing the fitness of the ground, weather and light for play, are:

Fitness of the whole playing area; bowlers’ footholds; free movement of fielders, without slipping; ability of batsmen to play shots and run freely; no surface water or standing water; good visibility; and the ball, after pitching, does not bounce dangerously.

Full guidance at: https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/groundweatherlight.pdf

Lightning: What Should You Do?

Go Indoors Immediately if: There is sudden thunder without lightning, You see lightning in the clouds; You see lightning strike the ground or building etc. nearby; apply the ’40/30 Rule’ – get indoors when thunder is audible within 40 seconds after you see the associated flash (the ‘flash to bang time’) and don’t venture out until thunder has not been heard for 30 minutes.

Guidance at https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/lightning-whatshouldyoudo.pdf

ECB Fast Bowling Directives

The fast bowling directives are designed to raise awareness of the need to nurture and protect young fast bowlers through their formative years. Limits are as follows:

U13 5 overs per spell 10 overs per day

U14, U15 6 overs per spell 12 overs per day

U16/17/18/19 7 overs per spell 18 overs per day

Age groups are based on the age of the player at midnight on 31st August in the year preceding the current season. A fast bowler is defined as a bowler to whom a wicket keeper in the same age group would in normal circumstances stand back to take the ball. Having completed a spell the bowler cannot bowl again, from either end, until the equivalent number of overs to the length of his/her spell have been bowled from the same end

More at: https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/fastbowlingdirectives.pdf

Dealing with Suspect Bowling Actions

The Law states that, once the arm has reached the level of the shoulder in the delivery action, the arm must not be straightened at the elbow joint until the ball has left the hand.

Umpires shoudl establish with the captain of the fielding side whether the action has been questioned previously and been reported to the League. If the bowling action has been not checked and cleared, the umpires shall instruct the captain to suspend the bowler and not allow him to bowl again in the match. If not previously referred to the League then the umpires shall inform the captain that the bowler will now be reported but the bowler shall not be prevented from bowling unless the umpires together are certain that the action is illegal. The captain shall tehn be instructed to suspend the bowler and not allow him to bowl again in the match. See: https://www.hertsleague.co.uk/documents/handbook/dealingwithsuspectbowlingactions.pdf

Concussion guidelines

The Government and the Sport and Recreation Alliance publishes UK-wide Concussion Guidelines for Grassroots Sport. This will help players, coaches, parents, schools, and sports administrators to identify, manage and prevent the issue. The guidelines were developed by an expert panel of domestic and international clinicians and academics in neurology and sports medicine. It aims to improve understanding and awareness of the prevention and treatment of concussion in grassroots sport where trained medical professionals are less likely to be routinely present. It is targeted at people of all ages.

‘If in doubt, sit them out’ is the strapline, making clear no-one should return to sport within 24 hours of a suspected concussion. Players, parents, coaches, teachers and administrators should read the guidance and familiarise themselves with the necessary steps to:

RECOGNISE the signs of concussion; REMOVE anyone suspected of being concussed immediately RETURN safely to daily activity, education/work and, ultimately, sport.

The guidelines include a recommendation to call NHS 111 within 24 hours of a potential concussion, to rest and sleep as much as needed for the first 24 to 48 hours and avoid using devices which involve screen time.

In addition, a graduated return to activity such as work, education and sport is advised to reduce the risks of slow recovery, further brain injury and longer-term problems. Individuals should be assessed by an appropriate healthcare professional if symptoms persist for more than four weeks.

View the guidelines at: www.sportandrecreation.org.uk/policy/researchpublications/concussion-guidelines

Applying the Player Behaviour Law 3A to 6B

Background

Match rule 6 (d) provides for the new law on player behaviour to apply in Divisions 3A to 6B where there is at least one non-playing Qualified Umpire standing. An umpire who has completed both the Stage 1 and Stage 2 courses will be regarded as ‘qualified’ for the purposes of the match rules.

For the avoidance of doubt neither an unqualified club umpire nor an umpire who has received dispensation nor a player umpire is permitted to apply any aspect of Law 42.

The Law

The law sets out four levels of offence (Levels 1 to 4) and specifies the actions to be taken by the umpires in the event of an offence.

Guidance

1. Two qualified non-playing umpires:

If both umpires are qualified and non-playing then the provisions of law 42 shall be applied.

2. One qualified non-playing umpire:

Where there is only one qualified non-playing umpire if he considers that there has been an offence under law 42 he must take responsibility for applying the law. In particular he must:

i) Consult with the other umpire in order to confirm the event(s) and explain as necessary the process that will be followed.

ii) Inform the captain(s) of the offence(s) that have occurred, remind them of their responsibilities for the actions of their players, and follow the applicable course of action set out in the law.

3. No qualified non-playing umpires:

The captains are responsible for the behaviour of the players in their team. Where there are no qualified umpires standing in the match and an incident occurs that may be an offence under law 42 it is the responsibility of the captain(s) of the player(s) concerned to cooperate with the umpires as necessary to deal with the situation in accordance with the law.

In the event that a serious offence occurs that requires the suspension or removal of a player then both captains, cooperating with the umpires as necessary, must use their best efforts to agree the appropriate course of action. A player may only be suspended or removed from the game with the agreement on both captains. The law specifies the following:

Suspension: Intimidating an umpire by language or gesture; threatening to assault a player or any other person at the ground (except an umpire).

Removal: Threatening to assault or making inappropriate and deliberate physical contact with an umpire; physically assaulting a player or any other person at the ground.

Any alleged offence must be reported, by the captains together, under the disciplinary procedures. Action will be taken if the Disciplinary Committee becomes aware of an incident in a match that has not been reported by the captains.

Disciplinary Procedures

The following sets out a summary of the Disciplinary Procedures adopted by the HPCL. The League has adopted the ECB’s General Conduct Regulations, with some minor modifications. For full details of The League’s approach to discipline, see the main handbook, page 60.

Disciplinary Chair: George White.

Email: whiteg27@hotmail.com

Tel: 07968 349933

Summary of discipline penalties

Level 1 offences:

An automatic 7-day or 14-day ban depending upon incident.

A 2-point deduction for that player’s team. (only in matches with independent panel umpires).

A second Level 1 issued to any player from that same team in the same season - an automatic 5-point deduction for his/her team (only matches with independent panel umpires).

Any subsequent Level 1 offences - a 10-point deduction.

Level 2 offences:

A prospective ban of not less than 14-days

An automatic 5-point deduction for the player’s team.

A second Level 2 issued to any player from same team in same season - an automatic 10-point deduction for his/her team (only matches with independent panel umpires)

Any subsequent Level 2 offences - a 20-point deduction.

Level 3/Level 4 offences:

A 25-point deduction (minimum) for his/her team.

Note: All above procedures shall also apply in Divisions 3A to 6B with at least one non-playing qualified umpire standing.

MCC Laws of Cricket

Law 42 - Guidance on the definitions of dissent for umpires,

Level Description / Definition

captains and players

Examples (must be taken in context)

1 Dissent:

An action or actions by a player or players which clearly demonstrates to observers (other players, spectators, etc) that the umpire has, in the player’s view, made a mistake

2 Serious Dissent:

A prolonged, repeated or aggressive action or actions by a player or players which clearly demonstrates to observers that the umpire has, in the player’s view, made a mistake.

Players

Applicable to

Failure to leave the crease or the field of play promptly Batsman

Raising or waving of the bat to suggest contact with the ball Batsman

Indicating a contact point on the body or equipment Batsman

Breaking the wicket with the bat or person Batsman

Throwing the ball to the ground

Audible statement(s) of dissent

Any gesture or animated behaviour which suggests umpire error

Fielding Side

Any Player

Any Player

Any other conduct the umpire considers is equivalent to a Level 1 offence Any Player

Failure to leave the crease or the field of play within an extended timeframe which may require addition input from the umpire(s) Batsman

Aggressive breaking of the wicket with the bat or person Batsman

Throwing of the bat, gloves or helmet Batsman

Obscene language and/or highly audible statement(s) within an act of dissent

Any Player

Advancing towards an umpire in an aggressive or animated manner in an act of showing dissent Any Player

Any aggressive, animated or sustained behaviour in an act of showing dissent

Any repetition or combination of Level 1 acts of dissent

A collective display of dissent by two or more fielders, which may include the bowler, in response to an umpire’s decision

Any other conduct the umpire considers is equivalent to a Level 2 offence or a repeated Level 1 offence

Any Player

Any Player

Any Player

Any Player

Premier, Championship, Division 1, 2a and 2b Only

Captains’ Marks

Cooperation with Umpires + Team Management: Maximum total 10

- 10

- 5

- 3

Team Marks

Respect for Umpires + Respect for Opponents: Maximum total 10

- 10

- 3

*Note: Team behaviour reporting for Premier Division, Championship, Division 1, 2a and 2b.

When reporting Team Behaviour the lowest mark from ‘Captain’ and ‘Team’ should be used to determine the category to be reported.

Team Behaviour Penalties

A ‘totting up’ process will be applied for teams that fall below an acceptable standard for behaviour, as marked by the umpires. Penalties will be applied as follows:

Fair play and team behaviour penalties are judged against the ECB Fair Play Marking Criteria outlined opposite.

ECB Fair Play Marking Criteria

Although captains and umpires together set the tone for the conduct of the game, captains are at all times responsible for ensuring play is conducted within the Spirit of the Game as well as within The Laws.

The Spirit of the Game requires all players to respect their opponents, their own captain and players, the role of the umpires and the game and its traditional values.

Grading Criteria

Exceeds the expected standard

Captains Marks Team Marks

Mark Cooperation with Umpires

5

Team Management

Respect for Umpires

Respect for Opponents

There are numerous examples of behaviour that exceeds the required standard in each of these groups. For example; players showing genuine warmth and congratulations to their opponents or both sides, working to get the covers on/off, withdrawing an appeal to assist the umpire. These things should be recognised and where possible the reasons for the higher mark noted.

Attains the expected standard 4 No need for umpires to intervene to ask the captain to do anything relating to managing an individual.

Short of the expected standard

Well short of the expected standard

3

No more than one instance of the umpires asking the captain to deal with an unacceptable situation.

Little or no intervention required and if intervention is requested then request is enacted immediately by the Captain

Players slow to react and comply with a captains request for improved behaviour.

Nothing other than acceptance of umpires decisions (doesn’t exclude players asking umpires for clarification on decisions)

Continued appealing or comments or behaviour that exceeds genuine disappointment when a decision goes against a player/ team

Little or no public comments on their opponents technique, shot making, bowling, method of dismissal etc.

No more than one instance of comments made about opponents or behaviour exhibited towards them that causes a reaction.

Significantly below the expected standard

2

More than one instance of a captain being spoken to about the same problem. The Captain shall be reported under the disciplinary code.

1 Multiple instances of the captain being spoken to and/or not acting as requested. A score at this level must result in the captain being reported under the disciplinary procedure.

Not acceptable 0

Players ignoring their captains request for improved behaviour and continuing to act as before. Captain is losing control.

Excessive and/ or unnecessarily aggressive appealing and any obvious dissent when a decision goes against a player/ team. A score at this level shall result in player(s) being reported under the disciplinary code.

When umpires are required to intervene and ask a captain to deal with players whose behaviour towards their opponents they consider unacceptable. A score at this level shall result in an individual being reported under the disciplinary code.

Player’s behaviour worsening rather than improving. A score at this level must result in a player(s) and/or the captain being reported under the disciplinary procedure

Obvious attempts to intimidate the umpire and/or refusal to accept a decision. A score at this level must result in a player/team being reported under the disciplinary code

Obvious attempts to distract or disturb the concentration of an opponent by word or action. A score at this level must result in a player/team being reported under the disciplinary code

Any score of 0 should be regarded as totally unacceptable and would result from behaviour worse than that identified above.

Any score of 0 shall be reported immediately to the authority responsible for the game and it is clear that a number of people, including the captain, will be reported under the disciplinary procedure.

Promotion & Relegation

The basis of promotion and relegation was agreed by clubs at the EGM held on 1 May 2024, as follows:

Promotions:

Championship, Divisions 1 - 9 East & West: Top 2 sides promoted 1 division excluding:

- 2nd side in Championship subject to play-off

- Divisions 7 West & East: only the side finishing in 1st place will be promoted 1 Division to 6B

Divisions 10 N/S/E/W/C: Sides finishing 1st promoted to Division 9 (West or East -depending on geography) plus best 2nd place average points total

Divisions 11 N/S/E/W/C: Top 2 sides promoted to the appropriate Division 10

Relegations :

Premiership, Championship & Divisions 1 - 8 East & West: Bottom 2 sides relegated 1 division. (9th place in Premier subject to Play-Off)

Divisions 9 West & East: Sides finishing 8th, 9th & 10th relegated to the appropriate Division 10 dependent upon geography

Divisions 10 N/S/E/W/C: Sides finishing 9th & 10th relegated to the appropriate Division 11

The rationale for this was:

Since 2015, when the League went over to ten-side divisions, we have provided, in most divisions, for the divisional winners to leapfrog the division above and be promoted two divisions. The bottom teams were relegated two divisions as well and the runners-up and second from bottom sides moved one division. This was put in place to help teams reach their ‘proper’ level more quickly having done away with twenty team divisions. After nine seasons we think that teams are now largely at the level they should be and the idea of being promoted two or relegated two has outlived its purpose. Add to that, further regionalisation up to division seven east and west, and the split of divisions geographically that that brings, and it can be seen that the old promotion/relegation system no longer works. So, we make the following proposal to rationalise promotion and relegation for both of the reasons set out above.

NOTE:

Small working groups will look at the promotions & relegations issue during the 2024 season, to resolve whether a different formula would be accepted more widely.

Panel coordinator:

Umpires Panel 2024

Anthony Levy Tel: 020 8441 9297, Mobile: 07904 309926

Email: Anthony.d.levy@btinternet.com

Naeem Ahmad 07480 932950

Philip Anderson 07469 652363

Richard Apperley 07971 880547

Paul Attfield 07734 036143

Sumant Bahl 07891 606622

Paul Barnes 07754 093888

Geoff Bassill 07703 307452

Navneet Bhatnagar 07747 092519

Mark Bishop 01923 681048/07751 357382

Ian Breeze 01707 642891/07754 679140

Alan Brewster 01438 356275/07549 286172

Tim Caldicott 01923 578531/07721 017651

Murray Carlson 07907 121404

Paul Carroll 07889 344869

Alan Casbard 01992 301551/07815 609129

Ben Childs 07534 080357

Scott Churchman 07545 250682

Steve Cobb 01767 316332/07788 134073

Geoff Cordingley 01992 423879

Andy Cox 01923 260428/07720 288408

Ian Day 0208367 1620/07774 458264

Milton D’Costa 07915 067097

Adrian Dell 07908 450080

Arun Desai 01727 851486/07757 507745

Vipul Dharod 07725 945626

Jerry Dovey 07949 196413

Rose Dovey 07459 460726

Jeremy Epton 07764 176702

John Eyre 07740 054726

Piers Fuller 07879 236193

Rob Furber 07785 227511

Peter Gibbins 07774 220500

Pete Gurney 01767 681211/07919 241096

Phil Gurney 07969 558260

Nick Hall 01727 855100/07929 562554

Bryan Harber 01462 678712/07790 751187

Richard Harle 07756 142795

Jan Hilhorst +31 6224 63159/01438 718751

Jon Hillman 07976 375619

Peter Hinstridge 01763 837189/07710 403524

Jon Holland 0208441 2475/07948 718178

David Inwood 01234 752250/07902 076757

Sarvesh Kantipoodi 07412 507347

Jerry Lake 01707 322354/07309 041 240

Ian Lawless 01707 260859/07976 359625

Ian Letting 01525 875105/07802 247549

Anthony Levy 020 8441 9297/07904 309926

Phil Lewins 01442 393379/07796 781617

Guy Lewis 07500 843575

Jonathan Mackman 07984 791309

Andrew McCree 07836 365975

Ray McHugh 07799 765580

Marcel Mester 07828 612972

Richard Morgan 01727 843844/07847 053187

Harish Padalia 01438 728632/07770 567857

David Perkins 01438 714430/07803 204200

Gary Pond 07850 224582

Chris Price 01707 327914/07961 808766

Rob Riddleston 01923 721298/07956 922590

Mark Rivlin 07973 824303

Gordon Ronald 07802 933998

Michael Rueth 01923 671059/07425 147162

David Segal 07956 282630

Graham Sherman 01442 231715/07776 745914

Tim Sims 07769 111508

Satish Solanki 01923 670609/07786 732056

Arvind Srinivasan 07713 563245

Brian Stephenson 01992 422046/07962 594132

Michael Stiffin 01727 767845/07954 134609

Tony Stopford 020 8428 6990/07703 462850

John Sweedy 01923 404163/07854 374597

Geoff Swinden 01767 631231/07710 273220

David Taylor 07792 271572

Nick Turner 01923 290808/07814 206042

Jim Wallace 07875 131905

Ray Ward 07708 632578

Ian Watkins 07950 831686

John Watson-Humphreys 07860 648390

George White 07968 349933

Hemal Wijesuriya 07801 763542

Randolph Woodley 07539 274340

David Wormald 07940 596660

David Wright 07788 777588

Expenses: umpires will receive their match fees directly from the League and clubs will be invoiced at mid- and end-of-season

Cancellations: see match rule 8(a) - page 30

Umpire marking: see page 49 of this Match Day Handbook.

Clubs, teams & captains

Abbots Langley www.abbotscc.hitssports.com

Tel: 01923 440474

Ground Manor House Ground, Gallows Hill Lane, Abbots Langley, Herts, WD5 0BX

2nd Ground: Frogmore CC, The Recreation Ground Park St Lane Park Street AL2 2ND, Abbots Langley I One Nick Gurney 07972 034258

Abbots Langley II 6A Jack Bishop 07502 249397

Abbots Langley III 10 South Rob Stevenson 07446 003993

Abbots Langley IV 11 West Ahsan Khan 07900 783809

Aldenham www.aldenhamcricketclub.com/

Ground Aldenham Social Club, Church Lane, Aldenham, Herts, WD25 8AY

Go through village to Social Club opposite church.

**PLEASE NOTE: 5MPH SPEED LIMIT WHEN DRIVING THROUGH CAR PARK.**

Aldenham I 6B Chris Munroe 07795 563202

Allenburys & County Hall www.aandchcc.play-cricket.com/ 01920 882189

Ground Allenburys Sport & Social Club, Park Road, Ware, Herts, SG12 0DP

From A10 take Ware (north)/Stevenage exit onto B1001 towards Ware. After 500m turn right into Fanshawe Crescent and right again into Park Road. After 500m turn left into Glaxo car park (just past work site). Do not use sports club postcode SG12 0DJ in SatNav.

Allenburys & County Hall I 3A Dane Barnard 07931 930836

Allenburys & County Hall II 8E Simon Hibbert 07802 633383

Ampthill Town www.ampthilltown.play-cricket.com

Ground Ampthill Park, Woburn Road, Ampthill, Beds, MK45 2GU

Tel: 01525 840491

Ampthill Town I 2A Ben Slawinski 07508 370791

Ampthill Town II 6A David Stonestreet 07562 752317

Baldock Town baldock.play-cricket.com

Ground Avenue Park, West Avenue, Baldock, Herts, SG7 5AY

Tel: 01462 892059

2nd Ground: St Christopher School, Barrington Rd, Letchworth SG6 3JZ.

Baldock I 6A Shaun Baines 07717 823096

Baldock II 9E Kevin Shinner 07815 143394

Baldock III 11N Ian Williams 07764 756062

Bamville www.bamville.play-cricket.com

Ground Napsbury, Pegrum Drive, Napsbury Park, London Colney AL2 1GE

Bamville I 9E Anirudha Kubair 07977 578948

Batchworth http://batchworth.play-cricket.com/

Ground Croxley Guild Sports Club, The Green, Croxley, WD3 3HX

Entrance on The Green, opposite Coach & Horses and Artichoke pubs, down lane past tennis courts to clubhouse.

Batchworth I 10S Hugh Phillipps 07986 321747

Bayford & Hertford www.bhncc.co.uk

Ground Bayford, Nr Hertford, Herts, SG13 8PU

Tel: 01992 511546

Directions: In Bayford, before Baker Arms, turn sharp left at crossroads into Bayford Green, private road. Ground after ¼ mile.

Bayford & Hertford I 4B Ricky Ketteridge 07897 556164

Bayford & Hertford II 10E Ben Wilson 07852 916901

Bengeo www.bengeocc.play-cricket.com/home

Ground The Recreation Ground, Boundary Drive, Off New Road, Bengeo, Hertford, SG14 3JG. Car park entrance - What3Words: ///rugs.holly.today Bengeo I 11N

Michael Walker 07450 518213

Bentley Heath www.bentleyheathcc.hitscricket.com

Ground Wrotham Park Estate, Wagon Road, Barnet, EN5 4SB

Directions Wagon Road (one-way) ¼ mile south of Duke of York pub. Ground on left.

Bentley Heath I 5A

Bentley Heath II 8E

Oliver Hubbard 07595 310023

Dave Tagg 07719 788579

Berkhamsted www.berkhamstedcc.com Tel: 01442 862014

Ground Kitchener’s Field, Castle Hill, Berkhamsted, HP4 1HE

2nd Ground As main ground

Berkhamsted I 2A

Berkhamsted II 5B

Berkhamsted III 9W

Berkhamsted IV 10W

Luke Frey 07590 494115

Daniel Lake 07732 007555

Chris Fleming 07795 513360

James Clarke 07918 882912

Bishop’s Stortford www.bishopsstortfordcc.com Tel: 01279 654463

Ground Cricketfield Lane, Cricketfield Lane, Bishop’s Stortford, CM23 2SR

Bishop’s Stortford I Premier

Bishop’s Stortford II 2B

Tommy Burslem 07519 066368

Joseph Bunyan 07876 403433

Botany Bay www.botanybaycc.co.uk Tel: 0208 363 4482

Ground East Lodge Lane, The Ridgeway, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 8AS

Botany Bay I 5B

Botany Bay II 10C

Botany Bay III 11E

Kasey Harris 07516 441259

Ali White 07958 533903

Paul Skitt 07984 745922

Boxmoor www.boxmoorcricketclub.co.uk

Ground The Oval, St Johns Road, Boxmoor, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1NP

Directions: Ground is on left, opposite Steam Coach pub.

2nd Ground Warners End Cricket Pitch, Galley Hill, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 3JU.

Boxmoor I 5A

Boxmoor II 8W

Boxmoor III 11W

Matthew Smalley Harris 07365 264956

Stanley Harper 07799 081089

David Harley 07510 027002

Broxbourne www.broxbournecricketclub.com Tel: 01992 466901

Ground Broxbourne Sports Club, Mill Lane Close, Broxbourne, EN10 7BA

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Broxbourne I Championship

Broxbourne II 4B

Broxbourne III 9E

Broxbourne IV 10E

Bushey www.busheycc.org

George Davies 07860 582872

Warren Pegg 07990 865832

Tristian Preston 07815 777249

Antony Osborne 07824 410768

Tel: 01923 230534

Ground Eastbury Road, Eastbury Road, Oxhey, Watford, WD19 4NR

Directions: Soon after Happy Hour pub ground is on right, before traffic lights.

2nd Ground King George V Playing Fields, Chaffinch Lane, WD18 9QD

Bushey I 3A

Bushey II 7W

Farouk Khan 07835 889486

Zain Mohammed 07828 882177

Bushey III 10S Mohammed Abdul Saber 07956 092779

Cheshunt Rosedale cheshuntrosedale.play-cricket.com Tel: 01992 623983

Ground Rosedale Sports Club, Andrews Lane, Cheshunt, Herts, EN7 6TB

2nd Ground As main ground. Artificial cricket pitch, no spikes.

Cheshunt Rosedale I 4A Aidan Richardson 07780 433082

Cheshunt Rosedale II 5B Trevor Allum 07717 234033

Cheshunt Rosedale III 10E Mark Ricketts 07425 271755

Cheshunt Rosedale IV 11E James Moore 07790 877257

Chipperfield Clarendon www.chipperfieldclarendoncc.org.uk

Ground The Common, Chipperfield , near Kings Langley, WD4 9BS Tel: 01923 264681

Car park on left near church, after Two Brewers.

2nd Ground: Bovingdon CC, Bovingdon Green. HP3 0LB

Chipperfield Clarendon 3B Jayden McIntyre 07737 625480

Chipperfield Clarendon II 9W Alex Moore 07737 625480

Chipperfield Clarendon III 11W Ansir Ahmed 07866 123786

Chorleywood www.cwcricket.org Tel: 01923 284529

Ground The Common, Chorleywood, Herts, WD3 5SG

2nd Ground Westwood Park, Chenies,Avenue, Little Chalfont HP6 6PW

Chorleywood I Championship Charlie Caslake 07908 408307

Chorleywood II 3B Edward Rogers 07557 765026

Chorleywood III 10W Nigel Tyler 07799 131119

Chorleywood IV 11W Rob Dunstone 07768 137700

Clifton www.cliftonbeds.play-cricket.com

Ground Claybridge Ground, Stanford Lane, Clifton, Beds, SG17 5EU

Clifton I 5A Simon Lincoln 07738 851273

Cockfosters www.cockfosterscc.co.uk Tel: 07748 665212

Ground Chalk Lane, Cockfosters, EN4 9JG (Opposite underground station).

2nd Ground: Old Elizabethans, Mays Lane (Barnet Gate Lane end), Barnet, EN5 2AG. Cockfosters I 3B Chris Holmes 07845 736766

Cockfosters II 8E Adam Pigden 07720 034121

Cockfosters III 11E Gary Corken 07736 337927

Datchworth www.datchworthsportsclub.com Tel: 01438 812490

Ground Datchworth Sports Club, Datchworth Green, Datchworth, SG3 6TL

Entrance just before tennis courts on village green.

2nd Ground As for main ground. Pitch is behind clubhouse

Datchworth I 3A

Tom Butler 07984 220545

Datchworth II 8E Rob Nash 07903 113960

Datchworth III 11C Jae Pearse 07932 329920

Datchworth IV 11N Steven Young 07540 605007

Dunstable www.dunstable.play-cricket.com Tel: 01582 663735

Ground Lancot Park, Dunstable Road, Totternhoe, LU6 1QP

2nd Ground Same as for main ground

Dunstable Town I Championship Mathew Woodcock 07306 184424

Dunstable Town II 3B Joe Thorne 07908 358369

Dunstable Town III 8W

Daniel Nutkins 07769 209516

Dunstable Town IV 11W Ryan Winch 07592 551151

Eaton Bray www.eatonbray.play-cricket.com

Ground: The Rye Gardens, The Rye, Eaton Bray, Dunstable, Beds LU6 2BQ

Eaton Bray I 6B

Eaton Bray II 10W

Edgware www.edgwarecc.co.uk

Andrew Norris 07962 031583

Adam Raspass 07720 374254

Ground Woodside Playing Fields, Horseshoe Lane, Watford WD25 7HH

Entrance at Watford Leisure Centre

Edgware I 10S

Nakul Jilka 07852 872848

Enfield www.enfield.play-cricket.com

Ground: Botany Bay, East Lodge Lane, The Ridgeway, Enfield, Middlesex, EN2 8AS

Enfield IV 11E

Steve Cokell 07738 597437

Eversholt www.eversholtcricketclub.co.uk Tel: 01525 280760

Ground Eversholt Cricket Ground, Church End, Eversholt, Bedfordshire, MK17 9DT

Ground next to church. Park behind village hall.

Eversholt I 2A

James Garratt 07787 330867

Flamstead www.flamsteadcc.play-cricket.com

Ground Friendless Oval, Friendless Lane, Flamstead, Herts, AL3 8DE

What 3 words location - Vital land apple

Flamstead 1 4B

Flamstead II 9W

Sachith Dassanayake 07877 176739

Buddhi Wickramasinghe 07745 994540

Flitwick www.flitwickcc.play-cricket.com Tel: 01525 715100

Ground The Hardy Vale, Flitwick Road, Westoning, Beds, MK45 5AA

Ground adjacent to Flitvale Nurseries.

2nd Ground: Same as main ground. Enter right hand side of car park, drive through gate and park on far side of main ground.

Flitwick I Championship Harry Thurstance 07800 521259

Flitwick II 2B Steven Davies 07814 429832

Flitwick III 7W Robert Timms 07801 428701

Flitwick IV 10W Andy Woodcock 07516 036592

Frogmore www.frogmore.play-cricket.com

Ground The Recreation Ground, Park Street Lane, Park Street, St Albans, AL2 2ND Frogmore I 5B

Daniel Hester-Collins 07375 217480

Great Gaddesden https://greatgaddesden.secure-club.com Tel: 07813 025388

Ground Bridens Camp, Hemel Hempstead, HP2 6EY Opposite Crown & Sceptre pub. Great Gaddesden I 9W

Alan Henry 07487 560960

Greenwood Park www.greenwoodparkcc.com Tel: 07896 533800

Ground Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, St Albans, AL2 3HW

Greenwood Park I 5B

Muhammad Asghar 07904 670242

Harpenden www.harpenden.hitscricket.com Tel: 01582 763620

Ground The Common, Harpenden, AL5 2JD. On A1081, ½ mile south of town centre. 2nd Ground St George’s School, Carlton Road, Harpenden, AL5 4TD

Harpenden I Premier

Harpenden II 2A

Harpenden III 4B

Harpenden IV 8W

Harpenden V 10C

Harpenden VI 11C

James Latham 07507 734444

Jake Pankhurst 07538 965268

Jack Killen 07715 104113

Michael Hughes 07960 946091

James Bell 07736 667250

Andy Lewis 07922 422008

Harpenden Dolphins www.harpendendolphins.hitscricket.com

Ground Napsbury Park, Pegrum Drive, Napsbury Park, AL2 1GE

Harpenden Dolphins I 7E Ollie Lacey 07769 331871

Hatch End http://hatchendcc.play-cricket.com/

Ground Aldenham Road, Elstree WD6 3BD

2nd Ground:Aldenham School, Aldenham Rd, Elstree WD6 3AJ

Hatch End I 7W Sukhbir Singh 07507 672295

Hatch End II 11S Ganesh Challa 07540 862302

Hatch End III 11S Sean Gibbons 07935 736634

Hatfield & Crusaders www.hatfieldcc.co.uk Tel: 01707 272380

Ground Ascots Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4HJ

2nd Ground Newgate Street Village, Hertford, SG13 8RA

Hatfield & Crusaders I 4A Ben Clark 07760 236280

Hatfield & Crusaders II 6B Mark Collins 07590 308660

Hatfield & Crusaders III 10E Barry Phillips 07733 188871

Hatfield Hyde hatfieldhyde.play-cricket.com Tel: 01707 326700

Ground King George V Playing Field, Beehive Lane, Welwyn Garden City, AL7 4BP

Turn left after Beehive pub. Use KGV car park only (after Moorlands, opposite).

2nd Ground Same as main ground, a short walk from the main clubhouse.

Hatfield Hyde I 4B Mohamed Miflan Mujreen 07456 542238

Hatfield Hyde II 8E

Michael Burson 07837 066602

Hatfield Hyde III 10C Colin Jeffery 07941 008688

Hemel Hempstead Town www.hhtcc.co.uk

Ground Heath Park, Station Road, Hemel Hempstead, HP1 1JZ

2nd Ground Same as main ground.

Hemel Hempstead I Championship Hemish Ilangaratne 07854 227597

Hemel Hempstead II 3A Stanley Hayden 07927 995130

Hemel Hempstead III 6A

Matthew Petchell 07584 667462

Hemel Hempstead IV 8W Graham Clark 07887 623605

Hemel Hempstead V 11S Martin Botha 07969 938662

Hertford www.hertfordcricketclub.co.uk Tel: 01992 581983

Ground Balls Park, Mangrove Road, Hertford, Herts, SG13 8AJ

2nd Ground Same as main ground (grass and artificial), Bring appropriate footwear. Hertford I Premier Benjamin Cowell 07342 672610

Hertford II 2B George Pavey 07599 065597

Hertford III 6A Ian Codd 07511 916621

Hertford IV 10W Steve Page 07715 524612

Hertingfordbury www.hertingfordburycc.co.uk

Ground St Mary’s Lane, Hertingfordbury, Hertford, SG14 2LE

Hertingfordbury I 6B Neil Darby 07815 732474

Hertingfordbury II 11E Alex Preston 07974 447469

Hitchin hitchin.play-cricket.com Tel: 01462 434468

Ground Lucas Lane, Hitchin SG5 2LU

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Hitchin I One

Hitchin II 4A

Hitchin III 7E

Hitchin IV 10N

Hitchin V 11N

Hitchin VI 11C

Sanjay Chandarana 07909 111605

Peter Bell 07855 957030

Jamie Clarke 07854 940011

Chris White 07747 440772

Josef Elliott 07973 335767

Rupert Hobson 07811 963878

Hoddesdon www.hoddesdoncricketclub.co.uk Tel: 01992 463133

Ground Lowfield, Park View, Hoddesdon, EN11 8QA

2nd Ground Thundridge Sportsfield, Ermine Street, Thundridge, Nr. Ware, SG12 0SY

Hoddesdon I Championship

Hoddesdon II 3B

Hoddesdon III 10E

Rob Walters 07702 167253

Rob Harcombe 07931 346056

Daniel Hawkins 07939 386851

Holtwhites Trinibis www.holtwhitestrinibis.com

Ground Kirkland Drive, Holtwhites Hill, Enfield, EN2 0RN.

What3Words: salads.lively.atomic

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Holtwhites Trinibis I 2B

Holtwhites Trinibis II 4B

Holtwhites Trinibis III 10E

Holtwhites Trinibis IV 11E

Ickleford ickleford.play-cricket.com

Jack Wilkes-Green 07984 585027

Anish Kansara 07943 776384

Arjun Popat 07549 909466

Patrick Micallef 07813 437865

Ground Ickleford Sports/Recreation Ground, Walnut Way, Ickleford, Hitchin, SG5 3YA

2nd Ground Holwell Recreation Ground, John Rand Ground, Holwell Road, SG5 3SL.

Ickleford I 3A

Ickleford II 6B

Ickleford III 10N

George Crouch 07368 284426

Adam Ross 07399 558903

Mark Howard 07944 707968

Kimpton https://kimptoncc.hitscricket.com/

Ground Parkfield, Park Lane, Kimpton, Hertfordshire, SG4 8EF

Directions On B651, near church, on S bend turn down farm track. Kimpton I 10N

Cameron Barford 07594 808379

Kings Langley www.kingslangleycc.hitscricket.com Tel: 01923 400500

Ground The Common, Vicarage Lane, Kings Langley, WD4 9HS

2nd Ground Rudolph Steiner School, Langley Hill, WD4 9HG.

Kings Langley I 2B

Kings Langley II 7W

Kings Langley III 11S

Kings Langley IV 11W

Mark Brazier 07745 059258

Tom Warrell 07828 472243

Daniel Knights 07512 875002

Gavin Davis 07368 939123

Knebworth Park www.kpcc.org.uk Tel: 01438 813894

Ground Old Knebworth Lane, Knebworth, Herts, SG3 6HQ

2nd Ground Adjacent to main ground

Knebworth Park I 2B

Knebworth Park II 6B

Knebworth Park III 10N

Knebworth Park IV 11N

Matthew Hutchinson 07841 462433

Graham Fisher 07970 774880

Miles Baron 07714 837144

Ian Murrill 07905 139208

Langleybury www.langleyburycc.co.uk Tel: 01923 267568

Ground Langleybury Lane, Hunton Bridge, Abbots Langley, Herts, WD4 8RJ

At junction with A41 opposite Langleybury Church.

2nd Ground Adjacent to main ground (grass & artifical)

Langleybury I 2A

Langleybury II 5B

Langleybury III 10C

Oliver Ilott 07729 619014

Roger S Ball 07974 080535

Jasvinder Singh 07968 471272

Letchworth Garden City www.letchworth.play-cricket.com Tel: 01462 684530

Ground Whitethorn Lane, Letchworth Garden City, SG6 2DN

2nd Ground Fairfield Hall, Kingsley Ave, SG5 4FX,

Letchworth GC I Championship Harry Aitkenhead 07770 885105

Letchworth GC II 3A

Letchworth GC III 7E

Letchworth GC IV 10N

Letchworth GC V 11N

Stephen Hughes 07484 680107

Richard Jenner 07413 031065

Paul Hubbard 07788 536679

Gary Preston 07968 460918

Leverstock Green www.lgcc.hitscricket.com

Ground Bedmond Road, Leverstock Green, HP3 8LJ. Opposite Olde Leather Bottle

2nd Ground Parmiter’s School Sports Centre, High Elms Lane, Watford WD25 0UU, Leverstock Green I One Troy Henry 07898 948445

Leverstock Green II 4A Sam Revell 07901 987671

Leverstock Green III 9W Joshua Price 07794 826267

Leverstock Green IV 11W Richard Walker 07881 658415

Ley Hill

Ground Ley Hill Common, Ley Hill, Chesham, HP5 1UT

Ley Hill I 7W Lewis Thompson 07710 521759

Ley Hill II 10W Sam Martin 07941 903134

Little Berkhamsted Sahibs lbcc.play-cricket.com/ Tel: 07982 463798

Ground The Recreation Field, Church Road, Little Berkhamsted, Hertford, SG13 8LY Opposite Five Horseshoes pub.

Little Berkhamsted I 5E Jack Tracey 07785 321369

Little Berkhamsted II 11C James Tancock 07890 636205

London Colney londoncolneycc.hitscricket.com/default.aspx

Ground Shenley Village Ground, Green Street, Shenley, Herts, WD7 9BD

London Colney I 3B Liam Frame

London Colney II 9E George Davies 07771 655512

Luton Town & Indians www.lticc.net Tel: 01582 727855

Ground Wardown Park, Old Bedford Road, Luton, Beds, LU2 7HA

2nd Ground Lancaster Avenue, Luton, LU2 7AD

Luton T & I I One Devender Singh

Luton T & I II 5A Haroon Afridi 07958 196391

Luton T & I III 7W Mohammed Qamar 07771 545295

Luton T & I IV 9W Prashant Soni

Lutonian lutoniancc.play-cricket.com

Ground Lower Wardown Park, New Bedford Road, Luton, LU2 7HA

Entrance - Museum/West Lodge.

Lutonian I One Awais Khan 07933 389731

Lutonian II 5A Siraj Nasir 07727 157940

Lutonian III 10W Sajid Sharif 07904 957704

Markyate

Ground Cavendish Road, Markyate, AL3 8PT

Ground at top of hill; sign for village hall.

Markyate I 8W

Syed Waqar Bukhari 07931 838320

Mill Hill Village www.millhillvillagecricketclub.co.uk Tel: 0203 719 4801

Ground Burtonhole Lane, Mill Hill, London, NW7 1AS

Follow road for Finchley Nurseries Garden Centre.

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Mill Hill Village I 5A

Mill Hill Village II 7E

Mill Hill Village III 10C

Mill Hill Village IV 11E

Devraj Ray 07770 929757

Shiban Sayed 07891 841951

Ken Shakoor 07540 297321

Pryank Patel 07985 406728

North Enfield http://northenfieldcc.weebly.com/ Tel: 020 8363 2118

Ground Strayfield Road, Clay Hill, Enfield, EN2 9JE

North Enfield I 4A

North Enfield II 9E

Ishan Tilakaratna 07985 635361

Garry Orton 07972 913070

North Mymms www.northmymmscc.play-cricket.com Tel: 01707 643238

Ground Home Farm, North Mymms Park, Nr Hatfield, AL9 7TP

Directions Follow sign for North Mymms Church. Bear left on Tollgate Road to ground.

2nd Ground Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, AL9 7TA,

North Mymms I Premier Nesan Jeyaratnam 07496 360410

North Mymms II 5A

North Mymms III 11C

Adam Davies 07904 705133

Brijen Sheth 07889 851257

Northampton Exiles www.northamptonexilescc.hitscricket.com

Ground Clowes Ground, Barrowell Green, Winchmore Hill, N21 3AU Tel: 020 8886 2077

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Northampton Exiles I 4B

Northampton Exiles II 8E

Kasim Shamim 07572 460078

Muazzam Kashmiri 07956 441441

Northchurch www.northchurchcc.com Tel: 01442 876759

Ground The Meadow, Tring Road, Northchurch, Berkhamsted, HP4 3SF

Northchurch I 3B

Northchurch II 7W

George Liveing 07704 978709

James Smart 07398 016890

Northwood www.northwoodcc.co.uk Tel: 01923 822001

Ground Ducks Hill Road, Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, HA6 2NR

Directions Ground is opposite Gate pub.

2nd Ground Great Missenden Pelicans, Nags Head Lane, Gt Missenden, HP16 0DG

Northwood I 2A

Nirrushan Raveenthiraraja 07507 784009

Northwood II 5B Christopher Sayers 07854 500919

Northwood III 10W

Northwood IV 11W

Adrian Pearce 07799 795162

Mandar Karnik 07515 963766

Northwood V 11S Pavendip Birah 07973 944279

Northwood Town www.northwoodtowncc.co.uk

Ground Chestnut Avenue, off Rickmansworth Road, Northwood, Middlesex, HA6 1HR

Directions Ground 200 yards on left, single lane between allotments (green fence).

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Northwood Town I 3B

Northwood Town II 7W

Northwood Town III 10S

Northwood Town IV 11S

Nischay Madhavan 07398 247128

Ravi Ramawat 07766 304572

Kishan Gordhandas 07704 055848

Dhaval Shah 07984 596344

Offley & Stopsley www.oscricket.com Tel: 01462 768689

Ground Kings Walden Road, Great Offley, SG5 3DX

After Green Man pub, 500 yds, to ground on left, between Offley Place and church. Offley & Stopsley I 9W Marc Ward 07791 937922

Old Albanian www.oldalbanians.play-cricket.com Tel: 01727 864476

Ground Woollam Playing Fields, 160 Harpenden Road, St Albans, AL3 6BB

From St Albans, ground is just beyond Texaco garage & St Albans city boundary.

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Old Albanian I 5B James Barwick 07899 624899

Old Albanian II 9W Rahul Thaker 07949 393703

Old Albanian III 10E Simon Wakeling 07947 510869

Old Albanian IV 11C Simon Bates 07720 383600

Old Camdenians oldcamdenians.play-cricket.com/home Tel: 020 8103 0088

Ground Camden Playing Fields, Burtonhole Close, Mill Hill, London, NW7 1AN

Turn opposite Adam and Eve Pub into Burtonhole Lane, down hil.tonhole Close

Old Camdenians I 4A Ian Salter 07515 386595

Old Camdenians II 10C Roger Gravett 07786 432577

Old Camdenians III 11E Sharif Hassan 07949 002627

Old Cholmeleians www.oldcholms.com

Ground Hendon Wood Lane, off Totteridge Lane, Mill Hill, London, NW7 4HR

Old Cholmeleians 8E James Sperling 07894 012234

Old Cholmeleians II 8E Tom Halstead 07543 560479

Old Eastcotians

Ground King George V Playing Fields, Chaffinch Lane, off Tol[pits Lane, WD18 9QD

Old Eastcotians I 10S Gabriel Vincent Moral 07466 808139

Old Elizabethans www.oeccbarnet.co.uk

Ground Gypsy Corner, Mays Lane (Barnet Gate Lane end), Barnet, EN5 2AG

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Old Elizabethans I One Dominic Goring 07507 776137

Old Elizabethans II 6B Luke Sicheri-Peel 07546 449285

Old Elizabethans III 10C Tom Spenceley 07963 933306

Old Finchleians oldfinchleians.play-cricket.com Tel: 0208 488 3489

Ground 12 Southover, Woodside Park, London, N12 7JE

Old Finchleians I 2B Chetan Depala Jnr 07746 897477

Old Finchleians II 5B Nikunj Depala 07943 698007

Old Haberdashers oldhabscricketclub.co.uk

Ground Croxdale Road, Off Theobald Street, Borehamwood, WD6 4PY

Ca Old Haberdashers I 4A Rhys Jenkins 07786 640916

Old Haberdashers II 10C Pavan Surepeddi 07877 674234

Old Minchendenians www.oldminchendenians.org.uk Tel: 020 8449 1661

Ground Bramley Road, Southgate, London, N14 4HL

Ground is first entrance on right, immediately after exit from Chicken Shed theatre.

Old Minchendenians I 7E Hemanth Tummala 07979 807889

Old Minchendenians II 11S Steve Eveleigh 07906 900624

Old Minchendenians III 11E Ramki Seera 07940 965165

Old Owens oldowens.play-cricket.com Tel: 01707 644211

Ground Old Owens Sports Ground, Coopers Lane, Potters Bar, EN6 4NE

2nd Ground As for main ground.

Old Owens I Premier

Old Owens II 5A

Old Owens III 10C

Bradley Lane 07738 005332

Andrew Battersby 07780 611403

Ian Tyler 07826 896005

Pinner https://pinnercc.hitssports.com/

Ground Montesole Playing Fields, Montesole Court, HA5 3SA

Note: No right turn from Uxbridge Road on to Pinner Hill Road at traffic lights. Club car park is at the end of Montesole Court,

2nd Ground Hatch End Playing Fields, Uxbridge Road, Pinner, HA5 4DS

Pinner I 6A

Pinner II 8W

Pinner III 10S

Pinner IV 11S

Daniel Langan 07729 201585

Simran Walia 07887 588068

John Hoh 07858 397205

Waris Khan 07791 808545

Potten End www.pottenendcc.org.uk

Ground Homefield, Plough Lane, Potten End, HP4 2QX

What3Words: design.bliss.trades

Potten End I 5A

Potten End II 11W

Azeem Akhtar 07889 257431

Ryan Luke 07415 511295

Potters Bar www.pitchero.com/clubs/pottersbarcc Tel: 01707 654801

Ground The Walk, Potters Bar, Herts, EN6 1QN

2nd Ground Dame Alice Owens School, Dugdale Hill Lane, Potters Bar, EN6 2DU

Potters Bar I Premier Luke Chapman 07534 040034

Potters Bar II 2B

Potters Bar III 7E

Potters Bar IV 11C

Tommy Festa 07954 189457

Dave Pett 07795 954979

Amit Shrimali 07894 797113

Potton Town www.pottontown.play-cricket.com Tel: 07836620802

Ground The Hutchinson Hollow, Biggleswade Road, Potton, Beds, SG19 2LX

Ground is on right after “Potton” sign, before first house

Potton Town I 3A

Potton Town II 10N

Sean Stevens 07725 974334

Samuel Worthington 07540 078397

Preston www.prestoncricketclub.co.uk

Ground Preston Recreation Ground, Hitchin Road, Preston, SG4 7TZ

2nd Ground Whitwell Recreation Ground, Bradway, Whitwell, SG4 8BE.

Preston I Championship Jake George 07867 876352

Preston II 4B

Preston III 8W

Preston IV 10N

David Fleckney 07968 036032

Nicholas Staddon 07967 812090

Dan Phillips 07581 804509

Radlett www.radlettcc.com Tel: 01923 856348

Ground Cobden Hill, Watling Street, Radlett, Herts, WD7 7JN

2nd ground Same as main ground

Radlett I Premier

Radlett II 2A

Radlett III 7E

Radlett IV 8W

Fraser Crawford 07599 287132

Matthew Rose 07717 666437

Craig Steven-Jennings 07826 537040

Don Thantirimudali 07944 139954

Redbourn www.redbourncricketclub.uk Tel: 01582 793949

Ground The Pavilion, North Common Road, Redbourn, AL3 7DB

2nd Ground Redbourn Recreation Centre, Dunstable Road, Redbourn, AL3 7PP

Redbourn I One

Redbourn II 3B

Redbourn III 8W

Redbourn IV 11C

Redbourn V 11W

Adam Pritchard 07591 189853

Daniel Lennox 07581 742951

Jon Fleming 07789 716777

Crispin Hedges 07969 693896

Dave Irwin 07747 828816

Reed www.reedcricketclub.co.uk Tel: 01763 848925

Ground Village Green, Blacksmith Lane, Reed, Royston, Herts, SG8 8AX

Turn opposite Silver Ball cafe. Access via track between houses nos. 12 & 13 on right.

2nd Ground Freman College, Bowling Green Lane, Buntingford. SG9 9BT. Park outside swimming pool.

Reed I One

Reed II 4B

Reed III 10E

Robert Lankester 07722 309418

Matthew Bowles 07742 449885

Lloyd Bowman 07765 475947

Rickmansworth www.rickmansworthcc.co.uk Tel: 01923 445040

Ground Park Road, Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 1HU

Ground entrance at RC church at bottom of Scots Hill.

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Rickmansworth I 2B

Rickmansworth II 6A

Kamber Hussain 07549 281428

Mazhar Shah 07872 120334

Rickmansworth III 9W Gaurav Manocha 07443 738815

Rickmansworth IV 11S Sohail Bashir 07769 355750

Royal Herts www.royalhertscc.co.uk

Ground Greenwood park, Tippendell Lane, Chiswell Green, St Albans AL2 3HW Royal Herts 10S Rajesh Jakkappagol 07306 658098

Sandridge www.sandridge.play-cricket.com

Ground Spencer Meadow, Rear of High Street, Sandridge, AL4 9DD

Directions In Sandridge turn left after 1st row of houses at signed entrance on left just before the pedestrian crossing. Go through first car park to pitch side park. Sandridge I 4A Thomas Evans 07542 957365

Sandridge II 9E Kevin Murphy 07805 262150

Sawbridgeworth www.sawbridgeworth-cricket.uk Tel: 01279 722865

Ground Town Fields, Springhall Road, Sawbridgeworth, Herts, CM21 9AN

Sawbridgeworth I One Alan Ison 07961 749305

Sawbridgeworth II 5B Harry Gale 07565 516131

Shenley Village shenleycc.hitscricket.com Tel: 01923 857986

Ground Shenley Cricket Centre, Shenley Park, Radlett Lane, Shenley, WD7 9DW

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Shenley Village I Premier Morgan Stanley 07925 792580

Shenley Village II 4A

Shenley Village III 7E

Alex Thomson 07939 216757

William Poynton 07375 853150

Shenley Village IV 10C Victor Childs 07796 266127

Southgate Adelaide www.southgateadelaidecc.co.uk Tel: 020 8886 8381

Ground Walker Cricket Ground, Waterfall Road, Southgate, London, N14 7JZ

2nd Ground Northampton Exiles CC. See Northampton Exiles CC for directions

Southgate Adelaide I 5A

Southgate Adelaide II 6B

Southgate Adelaide III 11E

Tom Flint 07910 193698

Rohan Patel 07958 605868

Andrew Fitzpatrick 07973 871322

Southgate Compton www.southgatecompton.com Tel: 020 8440 2322

Ground Hadley Field, Chalk Lane, Cockfosters, EN4 9JG

Park in bowling club car park. Parking restrictions operate on Chalk Lane.

Southgate Compton I 8E

Southgate Compton II 9E

Ben Shearly 07982 273680

Pratik Shah 07894 336128

St Albans www.stalbanscc.com Tel: 01727 850388

Ground Clarence Park, Clarence Road, St Albans, AL1 4NF

2nd Ground Verulam School Sports Fields, Sandpit Lane, St Albans, AL4 0BX

St Albans I Championship Joe Regan 07769 313002

St Albans II 3A

St Albans III 7E

St Albans IV 9E

St Albans V 11C

Oliver Coulman 07711 593532

Zach West 07513 068439

Andy Saunders 07939 133050

Tom Cocks 07743 932352

St Margaretsbury www.stmcc.org.uk Tel: 01920 870473

Ground The Recreation Ground, Station Road, Stanstead Abbotts, SG12 8EH

2nd ground: Same as main ground.

St Margaretsbury I One

St Margaretsbury II 6B

St Margaretsbury III 10E

St Margaretsbury IV 11N

George Barbett 07506 174055

Darren Shanley 07713 481016

Gary Bentley 07920 729179

Jason Fisher 07982 004309

Stevenage www.stevenagecricketclub.co.uk Tel: 01438 351075

Ground Ditchmore Lane, Stevenage Old Town, SG1 3LJ

2nd Ground Same as main ground.

Stevenage 2A

Stevenage II 4B

Stevenage III 6B

Stevenage IV 9E

Stevenage V 10N

Scott Davies 07388 830730

Joshua Lucy 07971 682383

Manjunatha Reddy 07553 038445

Nikhil Krovvidi 07774 134798

Luke Allen 07944 163927

Tewin http://crowdcomms.com/Tewin

Ground Upper Green, Tewin, Herts, AL6 0LX

2nd Ground Aston CC, Aston Lane, Aston, Stevenage SG2 7EJ

Tewin I 3A Luke Wilde 07557 385566

Tewin II 9E Ben Sheppard 07427 341645

Tewin III 11N

Mark Cullen 07596 744055

Totteridge Millhillians www.totteridgemillhillians.com Tel: 020 8445 5331

Ground Totteridge Green, London, N20 8PB

2nd Ground Belmont, Mill Hill Prep School, The Ridgeway, Mill Hill Village, NW7 4ED

Totteridge Millhillians I Premier Joe Wray 07858 504580

Totteridge Millhillians II 3A

Totteridge Millhillians III 8E

Hilton Nathanson 07973 412772

Ahsan Jamil 07955 603687

Tring Park https://www.tringcricket.co.uk

Ground London Road, Tring , HP23 6HA

Tring Park IV 10W

Andrew Grout 07947 101309

Ware www.warecricket.com Tel: 01279 842233

Ground The Pavilion, Bell Lane, Widford, Ware, SG12 8SH

In Bell Lane turn immediately right up track towards playing fields – ground on right.

Ware I 10E Nicholas Griffin 07973 336332

Ware II 11N Dom Compton 07748 113402

Watford Town www watfordtowncricketclub.com

Ground Woodside Playing Fields, Horseshoe Lane, Garston, Watford, WD25 7HH

Entrance at Watford Leisure Centre. Take road to top of park.

2nd Ground Same as main ground

Watford Town I 2A

Syed Ali 07424 086629

Watford Town II 4A Ibrar Hanif 07515 812421

Watford Town III 7W

Tauseef Jan 07411 506836

Watford Town IV 10S Owais Ahmed 07852 329556

Watford Town V 11S Andrew Canning 07901 000495

Watton-at-Stone pitchero.com/clubs/wattonatstone

Ground The Meadow, Watton-at-Stone, Herts, SG14 3SF

Watton-at-Stone I 6A

David Kiddie 07920 482640

Welwyn Garden City www.wgccc.hitssports.com Tel: 01707 327354

Ground Digswell Park, Knightsfield, Welwyn Garden City, Herts, AL8 7NQ

Entrance next to No.290.

2nd Ground Welwyn Playing Fields, Ottway Walk, Welwyn AL6 9AS. Approx ¼ mile south of village centre opposite The Steamer pub.

Welwyn Garden City I Championship Connor Emerton 07453 960736

Welwyn Garden City II 2B James Hewitt 07786 334110

Welwyn Garden City III 6A Dan Byford 07944 642610

Welwyn Garden City IV 10N Daniel Priolo 07484 728683

Welwyn Garden City V 11N Jack Blackbourn 07857 860245

West Herts www.westhertscc.co.uk Tel: 07562 074982

Ground Park Avenue - 8 Park Avenue, Watford, Herts, WD18 7HP

2nd Ground Hit or Miss Cricket Club, Penn Street, Amersham, Bucks, HP7 0FA.

West Herts I Premier Bill Gage 07530 289345

West Herts II 2A Ryan Woosley 07927 368605

West Herts III 7W Mudassir Raja 07825 874387

West Herts IV 9W

Vipul Khurana 07710 811415

West Herts V 10S Dillon Mahawatte 07949 535475

West Herts VI 10W Mohammed Khayam 07825 181786

Weston https://westonhertscc.co.uk/ Tel: 01462 790220

Ground Park Drive, off Damask Green Road, Weston, SG4 7BY

Weston I 6A Paul Snowdon-Lane 07999 725894

Wheathampstead www.wheathampsteadcc.hitscricket.com

Ground Nomansland Common, Wheathampstead, Herts, AL4 8EL Opp“Wicked Lady” 2nd Ground Katherine Warrington School, Lower Luton Road, AL5 5FH.

Astro only. Short walk to pitch at the top of the hill

Wheathampstead i 3B

Wheathampstead II 7E

Wheathampstead III 10N

Wheathampstead IV 11C

Zeeshan Sialvi 07715 581420

Tom Li 07817 446484

Tom Brandt 07939 131195

Will Saunders 07968 983863

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