NWCU News 2009

North West of Ireland Under age indoor winter training sessions to be held at the new 'Bready Cricket Club' facility.

Limavady Grammar Pupils Complete ICC Introduction to Cricket Course ()

Limavady Grammar played host to an ICC Introduction to Cricket Course delivered by the Northern Ireland Cricket Association.

NICA Fast Bowling & Batting to Spin Masterclass ()

On Monday 8th December 2008 the NICA hosted 2 consecutive cricket master classes in Bready’s newly opened centre of excellence.

Cross Border Cricket Blitz ()

The NICA in partnership with Laureus Sport for Good Project held a cross border schools cricket blitz in the newly opened Bready CC Centre of Excellence.

North West Coaching Courses ()

Enrol for Irish International led Bowling & Batting Clinics.

St Johnston Awards Night ()

After a superb season in which they won no fewer than three domestic trophies, St Johnston Cricet Club recently celebrated their success at a presentation evening at Biddy Friel's restaurant at Drumoghill.

NORTH WEST AGM ()

The local Union held it’s AGM at Eglinton Cricket Club on Thursday evening before a very healthy representation from clubs.

NW Review 20 - Drummond ()

We complete our end of season round up with a review of a mixed campaign for one of the big guns in Division 2, Drummond.

NW Review 19 - Killymallaght ()

A look back at how the 2008 season fared for Killymallaght.

NW Review 18 - North Fermanagh ()

The Kesh men enjoyed their best season in years during 2008.

NW Review 17 - Sion Mills ()

So near but yet so far again for Sion Mills in 2008.

Donegal and Cricket Ireland introduction to cricket course ()

Donegal Sports Partnership in association with Cricket Ireland are holding an ICC Introduction to Cricket Course.

NW Review 16 - The Nedd ()

A bottom of the table finish, but many reasons for optimism for The Nedd.

NW Review 15 - Fox Lodge ()

A superb season for the Foxies who finished in the top four.

NW Review 14 - St Johnston ()

Season to remember for St Johnston who win trophies galore.

NW Review 13 - Creevedonnell ()

Plenty of positives to be taken for Creevedonnell.

NW Review 12 - Bonds Glen take two ()

Good progress made by Bonds Glen.

NW Review 11 - Burndennett ()

A look at Burndennett who once again were involved in a promotion tussle.

NW Review 10 - Killyclooney ()

A look at how Killyclooney fared during 2008.

NW Review 9 - Coleraine ()

A look at the averages of the NW Senior Two Champions Coleraine.

NW Review 8 - Eglinton ()

A very respectable finish for Eglinton, who many thought would struggle.

NW Review 7 - Strabane ()

A ClubTurf final but a season to forget for Strabane.

Capital grants available for Clubs in North West ()

Quick spend options for sports surfaces.

Senior Two Review ()

A review of what turned out to be an enthralling Senior Two title race.

NW Review 6 - Bready ()

A third placed finish for the Magheramason club, but no trophies.

NW Review 5 - Limavady ()

A look at Limavady, who were dominant in the cups, but failed once again to win the league.

NW Review 4 - Ardmore ()

A bad season for the Bleachgreen outfit sees them drop back into Section Two.

NW Review 3 - Glendermott ()

A joint 6th finish for Glendermott, who recover from a poor start.

NW Review 2 - Brigade ()

Just what went wrong for the defending champions who finished 8th?

NORTHWEST Inside Edge review ()

A double helping of Inside Edge as he looks back at the last two weeks of North West cricket

NW Review 1- Donemana ()

We start our review of the North West season with the champions - Donemana.

Donemana romp to title ()

A 9 wicket win over Brigade sees Donemana crowned Senior One champions.

Coleraine crowned champions ()

Coleraine return to the top flight after an absence of ten years.

Coleraine and Sion battle for promotion ()

Coleraine and Sion in promotion hunt.

Shaun Bradley Memorial Match ()

A Charity match in aid of the Foyle Hospice will take place at Eglinton on Sunday.

Title on the line as NW Programme draws to a close ()

Championships to be decided over the weekend.

Bready defeat Glendermott ()

Bready finish off their season in style with a comfortable win over Glendermott.

Sion trounce The Nedd ()

Round up of all the action in Senior Two, with wins for Sion Mills, Burndennett, and Bonds Glen.

Senior Two previews ()

A crucial weekend as Senior Two draws to a close.

Senior One Previews ()

The final round of Senior One fixtures takes place this weekend.

Donemana defeat Killymallaght ()

Donemana completed an easy 79 run win at Killymallaght to keep their title dream alive.

Wins for Limavady and Eglinton ()

Limaavdy win again to end their league camapign, while Eglinton easily defeat Strabane.

Coleraine go clear at top ()

Geoff Lockhart amd Mohammed Salman hit half centuries as Coleriane defeat Creevedonnell. Wins for St Johnston, The Nedd and Killyclooney.

Donemana scrape home ()

Ritchie and Junior McBrine lead Donemana to narrow win. Ardmore relegated, while Bready and Limavady also win.

Senior Two previews ()

Sion Mills and Coleraine battle it out fpr promotion to Senior One.

Senior One previews ()

A look ahead to a pivotal weekend in Senior One.

Donemana close gap at top ()

Donemana win close game against Glendermott, while Bready crush Ardmore

Donemana and Bready well placed. ()

Junior McBrine hits 81 not out for Donemana. Bready increase Ardmore woes.

Strabane beat Fox Lodge ()

Jonathan Beukes stars with the bat, and Mark Gillespie and Ryan Gallagher with the ball as Strabane beat Fox Lodge.

LImavady win thriller at Brigade ()

David Cooke leads Limavady to a thrilling 4 wicket win at Brigade.

Monday night round up ()

Pravajan Mullick stars as Eglinton beat Bready, while the Brigade v Limavady game is evenly poised.

Sunday round-up ()

Donemana tie, and wins for Killymallaght, Eglinton, Glendermott and Limavady.

Limavady crush Glendermott ()

Limavady beat Glendermott and the weather to join Donemana at top of Senior One.

St Johnston win Sam Jeffrey Cup ()

Ramon Goud turns in Man of the Match display as Saints win yet another trophy.

Wins for Coleraine and Sion Mills ()

Coleraine and Sion Mills both earn vital wins to go clear at the top of Senior Two.

Killymallaght, Glendermott and Donemana all win ()

Day of high drama in Senior One, with crucial games at both the top and bottom of the table.

Vital win for St Johnston ()

St Johnston triumph despite Butt heroics.

Umpiring crisis in NW? ()

Not enough umpires to go around Senior One fixtures in the North West.

Senior One Preview ()

Another busy weekend ahead in Senior One - weather permitting!

Sam Jeffrey Cup Preview ()

St Johnston and North Fermanagh go head to head in the final of the Sam Jeffrey Cup on Saturday.

Limavady win Ulster Cup ()

Limavady fight back well to take ClubTurf Ulster Cup by just 4 runs.

Do the North deserve to host Ireland games? ()

Poor attendances at Irish games in the North, and chuckers in North West cricket are just some of the topics which come under the microscope.

Muckamore defeat Saints in Ulster Shield final ()

Muckamore withstand brave St Johnston fightback to claim Ulster Shield.

Hussain hundred helps Brigade to easy win ()

A fine all round performance from Iftikhar Hussain helps Brigade to easy 130 run win over Killymallaght.

Drama aplenty in Senior Two ()

Sion win thriller against Bonds Glen, while Coleraine and Burndennett tie. Lee McGonigle first batsman to be 'timed out' in NW cricket.

Limavady crush Donemana ()

Limavady beat Donemana by 70 runs, while Fox Lodge hammer Ardmore by 7 wickets.

Promotion race set to go to the wire ()

A look at quite a remarkable promotion struggle in Senior Two.

Senior One preview ()

No doubt about the game of the day in Senior One as Limavady and Donemana clash in potential league decider.

Senior Two preview ()

A look ahead to Saturday's games in Senior Two.

Cup Final Reaction ()

David Cooke and Charlie Elder give their thoughts on a Cup final comeback win for Limavady.

Cooke leads Limavady to cup win ()

Limavady beat Brigade by 3 wickets to lift Northern Bank Senior Cup.

McDaid relishing Cup Final ()

Andy Chapman talks to Mark McDaid ahead of the Northern Bank Senior Cup final.

Honours even after day one ()

Nothing to choose between the teams after the first day of the Northern Bank Senior Cup final.

Brigade take advantage on Day 2 ()

An unbroken stand of 133 put Brigade in a strong position before rain halts play.

Big guns lock horns in tasty decider ()

Brigade and Limavady face each other in the final of the Northern Bank Senior Cup.

Senior Two title back in the balance ()

Wins on Sunday for Fermanagh, Coleraine and Burndennett.

St Johnston reach Ulster Shield final ()

Half centuries from Ian MacBeth and David Fleming see St Johnston reach Ulster Shield final.

Donemana open up 4 point lead ()

An unbeaten 69 from Dwayne McGerrigle helps Donemana to 80 run win over Ardmore. Wajihuddin century enough for Glendermott at home to Eglinton, while breday win easily at Strabane.

Senior Two Previews ()

A look ahead to an intriguing title race in Senior Two.

Senior One Previews ()

An action packed weekend in Senior One

Bonds Glen open up lead in Senior Two ()

Gary Hamilton stars as Bonds Glen defeat Burndennett in top of the table clash.

Milligan and McGinnis star for Fox Lodge ()

Andrew McGinnis and Jason Milligan star as Fox Lodge beat Brigade. Donemana and Limavady win again, while Ardmore and Killymallaght remain rooted to the bottom.

Donemana win Faughan Valley Cup ()

James McBrine and Dale Olphert help Donemana win Faughan Valley Cup

John Semple on Ireland winning U17 Euro's ()

Ireland Under 17 Manager John Semple on how the NW players did during their Eurpean Under 17 Championship win.

St Johnston win Senior Two FV Cup ()

A Man of the Match display from Andrew Fleming helps St Johnston to a 72 win over Bonds Glen.

Curry wins Radio Foyle Award ()

Cricketer Des "Decker" Curry has won the BBC Radio Foyle-Bank of Ireland Sports Personality of the Month Award for June.

Bready win Intermediate Cup ()

135 not out from Colin Spence helps Breday to ten wicket win Intermediate Cup final.

Burndennett and Drummond close gap at top ()

Burndennett defeat Creevedonnell by 6 wickets, while Drummond crush Bonds Glen.

Fermanagh reach Sam Jeffrey final ()

North Fermanagh reach their first final in 6 years after beating Coleriane in a low scoring game.

Donemana defeat Merrion to reach final ()

Junior McBrine and Jordan McGonigle spin Donemana into the final of the Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup final.

Limavady close gap on Donemana ()

Limavady now two points behind Donemana, while Brigade lose again at Strabane, Fox Lodge win thriller at Glendermott, and Bready destroy Killymallaght.

Senior Two previews ()

An action packed weekend in store for Senior Two.

Senior One previews ()

A look ahead to an action packed weekend including the semi final of the Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup.

Drummond hosting cricket camp ()

Drummond are hosting a week long summer cricket camp from August 4-8.

Limavady go clear second ()

3 wickets from Dekker Curry steers Limavady to 75 run win, despite unbeaten 70 from John Gillespie.

Limavady poised for win ()

142 run stand between Dekker Curry and Aga Sabir sees Limavady score 276 for 6.

Senior Two Round Up ()

Bonds Glen emerge as front runners after a busy weekend of games.

Donemana end Brigade title hopes ()

Limavady are now the only team who can realistically catch Donemana after Brigade lose.

St Johnston on top against Burndennett ()

Anil Kumar takes 3 wickets as St Johnston restrict Burndennett to just 88, despite 35 not out from James Boyle.

Senior Two preview ()

The most congested title race in years just continues to get tighter!

Senior One Preview ()

Who will win the game of the day in Senior One between Brigade and Donemana?

Gulf in class? ()

Is the gap between Senior One and Two getting bigger? Details of the Bready Cricket Summer Camp.

Donemana crush Fox Lodge ()

Donemana go on run spree as they score 243 for 2 against Fox Lodge, who reply with 131.

Tight at the top ()

Things get even more congested at the top of Senior Two.

Limavady crush Glendermott ()

Andrew Riddles stars as Limavady beat Glendermott by 148 runs in semi final of ClubTurf Ulster Cup.

Interview with Azhar Shafiq ()

Alistair Bushe talks with Donemana's prolific all rounder, Azhar Shafique.

Raza fireworks eases Glendermott relegation worries ()

156 and 4 wickets for Hasan Raza as Glendermott beat Ardmore. Eglinton beat Killymallaght by 144 runs despite 86 from Danza Hyatt.

Batter up for the Spar Summer Cricket Camp ()

The SPAR summer cricket camp is due to take place at Bready Cricket Club, Keery Road, Bready, from 21st – 25th July 2008.

NW win Under 15 Interpro's ()

North West emerge victorious in Inter-pro series.

Senior Two preview ()

The closest promotion race in years continues at the weekend.

Weekend preview ()

A busy weekend in store with fixtures in the Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup, ClubTurf Ulster Cup, and Senior One.

Cup final umpires appointed ()

Dermot Ward and Tony McCloskey will officiate in the showpiece final between Limavady and Brigade.

Donemana continue winning run ()

Donemana make it 8 wins out of 8 - Wasti and Hussain lead Brigade to 9 wicket win at Ardmore.

Strabane shock North Down ()

172 run second wicket stand between Jonathan Beukes and Ray Karim lead Strabane to Ulster Cup final.

Curry stars as Limavady beat Donemana ()

113 and five wickets from Decker Curry helps Limavady to 153 win over Donemana.

Senior Two title race wide open ()

The Senior Two promotion race gets even closer.

Brigade crush Strabane to reach cup final ()

Brigade defeat Strabane by 135 runs to reach first final since 2000.

Limavady move into second place ()

Limavady defeat Glendermott by 11 runs in their rearranged league game.

Ulster Schools draw with Leinster Schools ()

Stuart Thompson makes 61 and Eddie Richardson 86 as Ulster and Leinster Schools draw.

Senior Two previews ()

A look at the promotion race in Senior Two with just 4 points seperating 9 teams.

Senior Cup preview ()

Strabane face Brigade, while Donemana host Limavady.

Focus on Donemana ()

A look at how the Co Tyrone side have started the season.

Bonds Glen go top of Senior Two ()

New leaders in Senior Two as Bonds Glen defeat Sion Mills by 4 wickets.

Wins for Donemana and Glendermott ()

Hasan Raza guides Glendermott to victory, while James McBrine ensures unbeaten run continues for Donemana. Stephen Smyth and Wajahatullah Wasti score hundreds for Brigade.

Senior Two round up ()

A round up of all the action from the weekend.

Death of Charlie McGowan ()

Former Ardmore opening bowler Charlie McGowan has died at the age of 70.

Hyatt heroics in vain ()

Fox Lodge stage amazing fightback to beat Killymallaght. Wins for Brigade and Limavady. Rain affects other games.

Fox Lodge go second ()

Fox Lodge beat Bready by 4 wickets, Eglinton score 184 against Strabane, and Brigade beat Limavady to reach Faughan Valley Cup final.

Weekend Senior One previews ()

Another busy weekend of action in local cricket.

Eglinton go joint second ()

Eglinton defeat Strabane by 23 runs to go joint second.

Twenty20 the way forward? ()

A look at the Twenty20 fixture to be hosted in Eglinton next week.

Donemana go 6 points clear ()

A fine all round bowling performance takes Donemana well clear at the top of Senior One.

NW name Under 15 squad ()

The North West have named a squad of 12 for the InterPro series in Belfast.

Sam Jeffrey and Senior Two round-up ()

A round up of a busy weekend of action for the Senior Two teams.

Limavady and Donemana fly flag for NW ()

Limavady and Donemana reach the last 8 of the Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup.

AOC XI defeat Strabane by 11 runs ()

The touring Australian AOC XI scored 232 to Strabane's 221.

Glendermott's call finally answered ()

A look at 'The three amigos' - Hasan Raza, Aga Wajihuddin, and Murtaza Hussain.

Bob Kerr Irish Cup preview ()

A look ahead to how the North West teams will fare in this weekend's Irish Cup ties.

Foyle tie thriller with RBAI ()

Graeme McCarter hits 102 as Foyle score 262-8 to tie with RBAI - James Shannon makes 99 and Sam Shannon takes 4-38.

Glendermott edge thriller in Ulster Cup ()

Wins for Glendermott, Limavady and Strabane - Brigade lose heavily to North Down.

Sam Jeffrey Cup round up ()

Burndennett knock out holders Creevedonnell, while Killyclooney defeat Drummond.

Big four progress to semi finals ()

Wins for Brigade, Donemana, Limavady and Strabane in Northern Bank Senior Cup.

NW name Junior Inter Pro team ()

Ian Smyth will skipper the NW side to take on the NCU at Muckamore on Sunday.

Senior Cup previews ()

A look ahead to the quarter finals of the Northern Bank Senior Cup.

Clarke and Britton destroy Ardmore ()

Stephen Clarke hits 118, and Trevor Britton takes 6-24 as Bready demolish Ardmore by 145 runs.

Dalzell hundred highlight of Intermediate Cup ()

Wins for Brigade, Donemana, Bready and Fox Lodge in Intermediate A Cup.

Glendermott shock Brigade ()

Unbeaten 112 from Dwayne McGerrigle leads Donemana to victory over Strabane. Glendermott pull off win over Brigade. Jonker hundred helps Fox Lodge to 2 wicket win.

NW Senior Cup Draw ()

A look at the Northern Bank Senior Cup draw.

Ken has Killyclooney in safe hands ()

The spotlight is turned on Senior Two side Killyclooney.

Senior One Previews ()

A look ahead to the Senior One fixtures this weekend.

Limavady defeat Brigade ()

Wins for Donemana, Strabane, Ardmore, Bready and Limavady.

Brigade and Strabane edge through in cup ()

A day of high scoring as all the favourites progress to quarter finals of Senior Cup.

Senior Cup previews ()

Thisw weekend sees the opening clashes in the Northern Bank Senior Cup.

Happy Birthday big Roy ()

An interview with Irish manager Roy Torrens as he turns 60.

Bob Kerr Memorial Trust Fund ()

Details of the Bob Kerr Memorial Trust Fund.

Day of shocks in Senior Two ()

Just two points seperate top seven sides in Senior Two.

Donemana and Brigade share lead ()

Azhar Shafiq hits another hundred as Donemana chase 284 to beat Limavady. Wins for Fox Lodge, Strabane, Eglinton and Brigade.

Midweek Cup round-up ()

A James Long century for Bready is the highlight of the opening round of the Midweek Cup.

Limavady crush Glendermott ()

7 wicket wins for both Limavady and Fox Lodge in the Faughan Valley Cup. Killyclooney oust holders Burndennett, and wins for Creevedonnell, St Johnston and Bonds Glen.

Senior One previews ()

Limavady travel to Donemana in the game of the day on Saturday.

Where have the pro's gone? ()

Still no sign of Hasan Raza or Danza Hyatt three weeks into the NW season.

NW team of the week ()

Our panel of experts have made their selection following a busy weekend of cricket.

Intermediate Cups Round Up ()

Kyle Martin scores 143 as Ballyspallen progress in Inter B cup. Michael Dalton stars as Ardmore beat Sion in Intermediate C cup.

Ulster Cup review ()

50% pass rate for North West teams in the ClubTurf Ulster Cup.

Roulston shows his worth ()

A fine all round performance from Mark Roulston helps Fermanagh beat The Nedd. Wins for St Johnston, Bonds Glen and Drummond.

Inside edge review of the week ()

Another eventful week in the wonderful world of North West cricket.

Bob Kerr Irish Senior Cup Preview ()

A look at the ties involving North West sides on Saturday.

NW Intermediate Leagues ()

Centuries for Alan Jeffrey, Adam Warnock, Lexie Boyd, Jason Gardiner and Clive Gordon, while Gareth Heywood takes 7 wickets for 11 runs.

North West Senior One Team of the week ()

Our panel of experts select their dream team collated from the weekend games.

Sion and Burndennett tie ()

No shortage of drama in Senior two as Bonds Glen go to the top.

Limavady defeat Brigade ()

Richard McDaid wins MOM as Limavady beat Brigade by 17 runs in Faughan Valley Charity Final.

Killymallaght beat Glendermott in thriller ()

Wins for Brigade, Donemana, Limavady, Killymallaght and Strabane on week two.

North West name Under 17 side ()

The NW have named their Under 17 team which will play a Southern XI at Strabane on Sunday.

Week Two Senior Previews ()

A look ahead to this weekend's fixtures in Senior One.

Inside Edge review of the week ()

Peter Gillespie, John Bratton, Ted Britton and Billy henderson give their thoughts on the opening weekend.

Intermediate Cricket Round Up ()

Bready make it five out of five - good weekend for Tyrone teams with Donemana and Fox Lodge also well to the fore.

Senior Two preview part 5 ()

We conclude our previews with North Fermanagh and Killyclooney.

Senior Two round-up ()

Opening day wins for St Johnston, The Nedd, Bonds Glen, Killyclooney and Burndennett.

Smyth century highlight of opening day ()

Wins for Brigade, Donemana, Eglinton, Fox Lodge and Bready on opening day.

Focus on Killymallaght ()

Peter Allen of Killymallaght on how the side have been preparing for their second season in Senior One.

Senior Two Preview Part 4 ()

Creevedonnell and The Nedd are the latest two clubs in our preview.

Senior 2 Preview Part 3 ()

Drummond and Bonds Glen are the next clubs to be featured.

Senior Two Preview Part 2 ()

Just how will Burndennett and Coleraine fare in 2008?

Senior Two Preview Part 1 ()

St Johnston and Sion who are expected to provide a major challenge.

Good weekend from Glendermott ()

A round up of the weekend friendly action involving North West teams.

NW Cricket League Announce Sponsor ()

Henderson Properties Group are the sponsors of the NW leagues for 2008.

Senior One Preview Part 5 ()

Ardmore and Killymallaght are the final two clubs in our Senior One preview.

Senior One Preview Part 4 ()

Two of the main challengers for the title - Limavady and Donemana.

Tribute to Brien Dunlop ()

Lawrence Moore pays tribute to Brien Dunlop, Waterside and City of Derry, who died last week at the age of 35.

80 not out for Derry Midweek League ()

Inside Edge pays tribute to the hard work of Sam Mc Connell and the Derry Midweek League.

Senior One Preview Part 3 ()

Glendermott and Brigade are the latest clubs to come under the spotlight.

Senior One Preview Part 2 ()

WE look at the prospects for Strabane and Bready in Senior One.

Senior One Preview Part 1 ()

We examine the prospects for NW Senior One ahead of the start of the new campaign. We start off with Fox Lodge and Eglinton.

Focus on Ardmore ()

Ardmore skipper George Brolly on their preparations for the start of their new season.

Limavady sign new professional ()

Opener Agha Sabir Ali is the Limavady overseas professional for 2008.

Countdown to new season ()

With the new season just 4 weeks away, a look at the runners and riders in the promotion race.

Eaglestone gets trial with Gloucestershire ()

Strabane's Phil Eaglestone given opportunity to earn county contract with Gloucestershire.

North West Round up ()

With the domestic season just around the corner, Lawrence Moore brings us up to speed with what has been happening in North West cricketing circles.

St Columb’s, St Patricks & St Brigids College kick start their season early. ()

Indoor competitive cricket matches at St Columbs College.

Death of Tommy Allen ()

Popular Eglinton stalwart Tommy Allen has died at the age of 73.

Creevedonnell sign new professional ()

27 year old Hanif Malik wicket-keeper batsman Hanif Malik is the new professional for 2008 at Creevedonnell.

Brian Allen on NW development ()

A look at how the game is being developed in the North West.

Paul Stafford returns to Brigade ()

17 years at Lurgan come to an end.

Groundsmanship courses in the N West and NCU ()

Bready and Stormont are the venues for pre-season courses.

Twenty Up for Limavady Talisman ()

A frank and full interview with Limavady supremo Ivan Lapsley.

Eaglestone to attend Lillee camp in India ()

Strabane bowler Phil Eaglestone has secured a place in the elite list of 16 participants at the Dennis Lille fast bowling Academy.

Introduction to Cricket courses ()

North West course at Limavady Leisure Centre.

Development tops the agenda at NW Management Committee ()

The North West Management Committee met last night at Strabane Cricket Club and high on the agenda was an update on progress on the development front.

Death of Danny Browne ()

Former player and umpire Danny Browne dies at the age of 87.

NICA Level 2 Coaching course in the North West ()

Some places are still available for the course starting on 17 February in Newbuildings.

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