North Wales cricket in spotlight as Buckley CC wins Club of the Year

Buckley has been named Club of the Year at the annual Cricket Wales awards.

The prestigious achievement caps a great season for the Flintshire club which saw their first team win the North Wales Cricket League Division Two title and the Buckley Belles finish as league softball champions.

There were also numerous successes among the various age groups including the under-11s being crowned North Wales champions.

Buckley CC’s Mark and Debbie McManus received the prestigious Club of the Year award

Much great work has been carried out at Lane End over recent months, including a fundraising drive for an accessible and inclusive car park at the ground.

The annual Cricket Collective awards annually celebrate the local heroes who make the game tick in many capacities – the volunteers, coaches, groundskeepers, schools’ programmes and champions of the sport.

The award ceremony took place this week at the home of cricket in Wales, Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.

Buckley’s marvellous under-11 side

Buckley CC announced on social media: “During the amazing event, Buckley Cricket Club were awarded the prestigious Club of the Year Award.

“This is an amazing achievement and we are all truly thrilled to receive it.

“The award is recognition of each and every member of our club and Buckley at large and the people who make our club such a brilliant place to be. Open, inclusive and accessible to all. Buckley CC is truly special.”