Category: Club news

After a long seven months, this week sees the return of cricket action as we kick off our 2026 season in the JW Lees Premier League and Junior Division One.

While the weather is doing its best to make preparations difficult, here is what’s in store for the week ahead – assuming the clouds behave!

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Match fixtures

  • First team: Following last season’s promotion, the first team begin their Premiership campaign with a trip to Burnley on Sunday, 19th April (12.30pm start).
  • We are excited to announce that Jacques Snyman flies in this Tuesday (14th April) and we officially welcome new signing Dominic Ashley to our Division Two championship-winning squad.
  • Second team: Action at The Mount will see our second string competing in the Junior League’s top division for the first time, hosting Burnley seconds.

For the latest team news and updates, keep an eye on out social media channels throughout the week.

Junior Training

  • Junior sessions: Our first session for all age groups is planned for Friday, 17th April from 6pm.
  • All Stars: Scheduled to commence on 24th April.

Note: All plans are subject to the weather and ground conditions, as it is currently very wet underfoot. We politely ask parents to ensure that juniors do not wear football boots or kits on the ground.

  • Junior coaching info: Contact Andy at 07386 749403
  • All Stars info: Contact Leigh at 07793 289166

WHAT’S ON

  • Friday, 17th April: The Rubber Souls – SOLD OUT! It’s going to be a belter.
  • Friday, 1st May: The Middletones – Selling fast! Tickets are available for £15 each.
  • Friday, 12th June: Northern Soul & Motown Night – Featuring a six-piece live band and DJ. Tickets are on sale now for £15 each.

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

Thank-you to everyone who has renewed their membership on time; it is much appreciated.

A friendly reminder: Membership cards are NOT transferable to non-members.

Members pay for the privilege of discounts (typically £1 off alcoholic drinke) and it is unfair for non-members to receive this benefit.

The club rule is simple: if you have paid – you get the discount.

AUDREY’S UPDATE

We have received several enquiries about reinstating our breakfast menu for the cricket season. While we are delighted with the recent support and the success of our new seasonal menu, we will NOT be offering breakfast at this time.

Unfortunately, there is not enough demand to justify extending our opening hours into the morning. We hope this clarifies our position.

LIVE SPORT ON TV

Saturday, 18th April

  • Chelsea v Manchester United (8pm)

Sunday, 19th April

  • Everton v Liverpool (2pm)
  • Manchester City v Arsenal (4.30pm)

We look forward to warmer weather and plenty of runs for our teams starting next week.

Greenmount CC Board of Directors

The Knights signed off a superb 2025/26 domestic season in style last Sunday, clinching the CSA Division 2 One-Day Cup to complete a memorable treble.

Mount’s South African professional Jacques Snyman scored the third most runs in the competition with 379 at an average of 47.37.

It may still feel like winter, but it’s only a month until we have the pleasure of seeing him plying his trade back at Greenmount.

Massive congrats to Jacques on a fantastic season.

Jacques is pictured with his treble trophies with wife Erin and daughter Leyah.

We are pleased to announce a new online approach to our club membership renewal process. This change offers multiple benefits for both the club and its members.

We would once again like to thank Helen Bowker for 28 years of amazing volunteer service as our membership secretary.

We also recognise that for some, moving online may seem a bit daunting; however, please be assured that the system is straightforward and easy to use.

The purpose of this post is to give you a “heads up” on what to expect. We will be sending our individual emails over the next few days to enable you to renew your membership.

Step-by-step guide

The process is very simple but if you need a bit of direction, here is how it works:

  • 1 Look for the email: You will receive a communication with Greenmount Cricket Club in bold black type. The call to action will be: Create Password.
  • 2 Verify: You will be asked to verify your email address. Once verified, you will reach the “My Account” screen. The second line down will be “My membership renewal”.
  • 3 Choose Your Category: There will be three choices: Adult Cricket Player; Social Member or Senior Social Member.
  • 4 Payment: Choose your category and follow the standard payment process as you would with any other online transaction.
  • 5 Handy Tip: Make sure you read and tick the Code of Conduct section, otherwise you will not be able to proceed.
  • 6 Confirmation: You will receive an “Order Summary” screen to confirm, followed by an email containing your order confirmation number
  • 7 Activation: Our till system back office will recognize the transaction within 3-5 minutes and ensure your membership is valid until March 31st, 2027.

Points To Note

  • Payment Methods: Please DO NOT attempt to pay by bank transfer or cheque as in previous years.
  • In-person Assistance: If you require help with the process Vicky will be at the club to assist with sign-ups from 6pm to 8pm on the following dates:
  • Monday, 23rd March
  • Monday, 30th March
  • Monday, 13th April
  • Cash payments: If you prefer to pay by cash at the club, you may only do so on the three dates listed above

The Value of Membership

  • Cricket players: We do not have any “extra” charges for cricket teas or match fees, which can cost up to £10 per game elsewhere.
  • Social Members: While general costs are rising, you will continue to benefit from highly-competitive pricing at our bar. The typical price advantage over non-members is at least £1 per alcoholic drink, which quickly adds up.
  • Club Growth: Membership fees allow us to continue growing and providing the best possible facilities to sustain Greenmount CC for the long term.

Important Deadlines and Information

  • Lapsed memberships: Current memberships will automatically lapse on 1st April, 2026. If you haven’t renewed by then you will be charged full price at the bar.
  • Cricket Deadlines: Playing memberships must be paid in full before the league season commences on April 19th. However, as noted above, higher bar prices will apply starting on 1st April if unpaid.
  • Membership Cards: You won’t need a new card. Please keep your current one.
  • Incorrect email details: After operating a paper-based system for so long, it is inevitable that some records may be inaccurate. You can help us update our records by emailing: gcc.marketing@greenmountcricketclub.com or speaking with Vicky during our assisted sign-on evenings.

Junior and New Memberships

  • Juniors: Junior memberships will be handled separately via the Spond mobile app. We will hold our first outdoor junior training on Friday, 17th April, where we plan to process new sign-ups and renewals.
  • New members: New memberships will be processed via an application form available at the club. Once approved an account will be assigned to enable member bar prices.

And Finally…

Any new process will inevitably have teething issues and will likely not be perfect the first time around. Please be patient with us; we can sort anything out as long as we have the right information.

Thank-you for your continued support of Greenmount Cricket Club.

Best wishes,

Greenmount CC Board of Directors

At the time of writing it’s chucking it down sideways, but don’t worry, it’s Spring and there’s promise of some sunshine and warmth in the week ahead!

Here’s a quick run-through of what’s going on at the club.

URSULA SKINNER: FUNERAL ARRANGEMENTS

Wednesday, 18th March

We can confirm that Ursula’s funeral will take place this Wednesday afternoon, 18th March at 1.30pm at East Lancashire Crematorium (Radcliffe M26 4EU).

Afterwards, the family invites everyone back to the club to share their special memories of Ursula.

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Congratulations to our Under-9 Girls – who won their second consecutive indoor match last week! It looks like all that hard training is really paying off.

Indoor training continues throughout the month for all teams and age groups, as previously communicated.

LIVE AT THE LOG CABIN

The Rubber Souls – Friday, 17th April: 8pm start.

Tickets: £15

If you are a fan of The Beatles, you can’t miss this! Fresh from playing The Cavern Club and a sold-out show at the Epstein Theatre, you can expect a full celebration of the Fab Four’s extensive range.

They’ll be covering everything from the swinging sixties hits of Help! and Revolver through to Sgt Pepper and Abbey Road.

Tickets are selling fast! They can be purchased at Audrey’s counter, from the bar or ordered online for collection via GCC.marketing@Greenmountcricketclub.com

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL UPDATE

The renewal process will be communicated separately very soon. Senior membership rates are held at:

  • Adult Cricket Player: £100
  • Social Member: £35
  • Over 60 Social Member: £25

Junior member rates remain the same as last year; payment details will be communicated via the Spond app.

SPORTS ON TV

Now that the most exciting Six Nations rugby ever has finished, we are back to the football.

Saturday, 21st March

  • Brighton v Liverpool – 12.30pm
  • Everton v Chelsea – 5.30pm
  • Leeds v Brentford – 8pm

Sunday, 22nd March

  • Newcastle v Sunderland – 12 noon
  • League Cup final: Arsenal v Man City – 4.30pm

Hope to see lots of you at the club over the coming weeks.

Greenmount CC Board of Directors

Following the sad news of the death of Ursula Skinner – wife of club chairman Andy – the following funeral details have been announced.

The service will be held on Wednesday, 18th March at the East Lancashire Crematorium, Cemetery Road, Radcliffe M26 4EU, commencing at 1.30pm.

Afterwards the family invite everyone to share their special memories of Ursula at the Log Cabin, Greenmount Cricket Club.

Congratulations go to Greenmount CC Under-11s after their victory in the fifth annual Bury District Indoor tournament held at the Castle Leisure Centre.

Freddie Earing, Archie Kerr, Ted Manchester, Jack Senior, Seth Duerden and Tom Heap represented the club under the close supervision of lead junior coach Andy Kerr.

The lads were placed in a strong group alongside Elton A, Ramsbottom and Stand.

A huge well done to the team, it was a deserved victory and the first trophy in the cabinet for 2026!

Thanks to Steve for scoring and to the parents for their fantastic support.

Rob Kilvington’s Ashes journey continues to the Sydney Cricket Ground for the final test .

This time Rob met up with true Greenmount CC legend, professional and great friend Mark Taylor who was Mount paid man in 1988.

Rob is pictured wearing a special pink Greenmount CC T20 shirt, kindly donated by Ian Senior, to support Jane McGrath Day.

The Jane McGrath Foundation was founded by former Aussie legend Glenn McGrath and his late wife to support breast cancer nurses in rural and regional Australia.

Mark has signed the shirt which will be framed and auctioned, all proceeds going to Bury Hospice.

Enjoy the rest of your holiday Rob and go well Tubs!

Rob Kilvington is having a blast Down Under.

Greenmount CC’s former chairman brought England some good fortune at the MCG and also had time to meet up with former Mount professional Richard Chee Quee.

Tim Daverage (left) hands over the Greenmount CC Ashes flag to Rob Kilvington on his return from Australia

“Cheeqs”, club paid man in 1994 and 1997, is lead singer of a rock band ‘Six And Out’ featuring Aussie cricket stars Brett Lee; Shane Lee; Gavin Robertson and Brad McNamara.

After club member Tim Daverage (who had the flag made through his company Lantex and went over to watch the first test) handed the GCC England Ashes flat to Rob in the Log Cabin a couple of weeks ago, Rob – travelling with son Patrick and friend Mark Lambert and his son Sam – met up with Cheeqs at a Melbourne concert and he was delighted to sign it.

Rob is also looking to meet up with other former Greenmount professionals Mark Taylor (1988) and Matthew Hayden (1992) while he is over there.

Top: Rob Kilvington; Sam Lambert; Mark Lambert and Patrick Kilvington proudly show the Greenmount CC Ashes flag at MCG. Middle: Former Greenmount professional Richard Chee Quee is pictured with Rob and Mark with the flag. Bottom left: Poster from the concert in Melbourne and bottom right: Cheeqs signed the flag “The Cabin will always remain in my heart!”

Greenmount CC are delighted to announce the signing of Dominic Ashley from Swinton Moorside Cricket Club in the Greater Manchester League.

An opening bowler, Dom is currently playing out in Australia for Mildura Settlers CC and at this rate he will be in for Mark Wood!

The Settlers – based in Victoria – once fielded the fabulous talents of former Greenmount CC professional Jamie Siddons.

We look forward to welcoming Dom to the Log Cabin in the Spring!

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