Our Girls/ Women take over the club on Tuesday evenings.

The U10-U12 girl cricketers play hard ball cricket and train in the nets every Tuesday evening from 5:30pm until 7:00pm at our main ground, New Road, Esher. Training runs for 15 weeks, starting on Sunday 21st April 2024.

All training is part of the  annual mini club membership and Membership registration is available online for the 2024 season——->HERE,

Please also contact Sid Simmons at esherccgirlssection@gmail.com for further information on joining the club .

Match playing Kit: All players will be required to have their own protective kit (Bat, Helmet, Pads, Gloves, Box) For matchplay we play in the Esher Navy Blue Playing Shirt and Navy trousers. Kit is available to purchase from the club kit shop and is supplied by Masuri.  For the shirt, numbers are allowed on the back, but no names please.  https://eshercc.co.uk/kit/

Training and Matchplay Focus – Senior Girls Player Pathway

Representative Cricket: The following players have also been successfully selected for Surrey Performance Squads for this season: Aariz Awan, Alex Hawkins, Arthavit Anoop, Benjamin McClintock, Dylan Narinesingh, Ethan Saunders, Freddie Carswell, George Bain, Jack Hooke, Jake McGlashan, Landon De Goede, Max Ashton, Samuel Callaghan, Sarvesh Ganesan, Daniel Sealy

Age Group Managers: Adam Pace

If you are interested in joining us and would like extra information, please contact Adam on the email above.

The younger girl cricketers have their own training session, with full access to the nets for those who need them, every Sunday morning from 8:30am until 9:45 am at our main ground, New Road, Esher. Training runs for 15 weeks, starting on Sunday 21st April 2024.

All training is part of the  annual mini club membership and Membership registration is available online for the 2024 season——->HERE,

Please also contact Sid Simmons at esherccgirlssection@gmail.com for further information on joining the club .

As the girls get older the training becomes more focussed in the following areas:

In 2024, the 5th XI have entered a league team in the Surrey Championship  for the 3rd Consecutive season and will play in Division 3 West.

The intention of our 5^th XI is to blend a healthy mix of ‘seasoned veterans’ with an abundance of youth making their first steps in to adult cricket.  All 5th XI home matches will be played at Imber Court.

The team will once again be captained by Gareth Narinesingh (garethnarinesingh@hotmail.com, 07804 639 138)

5^th XI – Season Report – 2023 (Gareth Narinesingh)

Esher 5s finished the Div 6 West 2023 season in 5^th place out of 12 league teams, with 8 wins. This is a consistent performance with our 2022 season when we also finished 5^th with 8 wins.

Like 2022, we struggled with consistent availability in the first half of the season, winning only 2 of our first 9 matches, conceding 2 unfortunately plus a match cancellation due to rain.

During the second half of our season, the 5s changed home ground to Shrewsbury House, which must be one of the best lower league grounds anywhere in the country! With the improvement in pitch and outfield, the team went on a fantastic run, losing only 1 of our 9 matches in the second half of the season and winning 6, with 2 cancellations for rain. The cancellations probably prevented us from finishing a spot or 2 higher.

Over the course of the season the 5s beat every team which finished above us, except for a narrow 21 run loss against Camberley where it has to be said the pitch played a key role!

Our best performance of the season was a very convincing 5 wicket win against eventual league champions Woking & Horsell 3^rd XI, where the standard of our bowling and fielding was simply outstanding. A special mention must go to our YC spin pairing of Rahul De Silva and Shiv Patel who supported each other from either end in a breath-taking spell. The speed with which they got through their overs meant that we took the game away from our opposition in less than an hour during an uninterrupted 16 over spell for very few runs. However, the final word went to Sachin Patel and Tom Lenton who took us over the line with a partnership of 99*, Sachin finishing on 72*.

The skipper’s favourite moment of the season was in our final league match, with 9 men sat on the boundary relaxing in the September sunshine and enjoying great banter, whilst watching the opening pair of Messrs Will and Paul Hamilton ticking off a fabulous 10 wicket win against Weybridge. Saturday afternoons do not come any better than this.

Once again it has been an incredible privilege to play with and witness the talent emerging from Esher YCs. Sam Slaney’s devastating 150* against Hampton Wick Royal, the all-round performances of Jayden Forword, Max Chambers, Josh Kavia and Orson Jones, and the craft of our spin pairing of Rahul De Silva and Shiv Patel. Also a special mention to Barney Rawlinson who claimed a senior 3-fer whilst bowling off 22 yards for the first time. I am so proud of our YC lads, many of them who made their first appearances in senior league cricket in 2023.

A big thank you also to several senior players who have shown great commitment to 5s cricket this season to make it so enjoyable for everyone – James Ellis (who we will miss very much), Ali Rawlinson, Chris Harvey and Richie Harrison.

5th XI player of the season

Shiv Patel (U14) has undoubtedly been the 5s most consistent player in 2023 and once again tops the entire club as leading wicket taker with 65 victims from 165 overs at 7.89. His economy rate is a miserly 3.11 and it is no surprise as to why this is as he wheels away effortlessly with his canny left-arm around action. He is a nagging bowler, dropping the ball fractionally short of a length from an awkward angle when coming into the right-hander, forcing batters to come forward and push at the ball. Shiv always creates pressure and takes most of his wickets by squeezing opposition runs at the critical middle of the innings phase and forcing batsmen into errors.

Shiv also brings exceptional value through his fielding, saving many runs every match at backward point and he has taken some very sharp catches this season, especially off his own bowling.

Off the pitch Shiv is a team guy, always willing to do his bit with the scorebook. Whilst a quiet lad, he is enthusiastic about his cricket and learning about the game. He is a great prospect for Esher CC.

Esher CC 5th XI – 2022 Season – at Imber Court

Esher 1^st XI – Introduction

A hugely competitive group, playing very strong league cricket in the Surrey Premier League. Suitable for first class cricketers, strong club players, and some of the county’s finest youth products alike.

Cricket played in the right spirit is complimented by strong leadership at both club and team level.   A strong social scene away from the pitch mixes the group very well with the rest of the club, and top class coaching at team nights on a Thursday mean this is a great place to play cricket for those in South London and Surrey.

In 2024, the 1st XI will be captained by Rob Honeybul  (honeybulr@gmail.com  07432 590745)

1st XI – Season Report – 2023 (Will Edwards)

Overall, this was a very mixed season for the first team. Despite the lack of pre-season due to the weather, a sign of things to come, the team were well set to make a real challenge for top spot in the league.

A wash out against Weybridge on Coronation Day saw in the 2023 season. This preceded a run of 3 convincing victories in the remaining white ball fixtures against Reigate, Cranleigh and Guildford, with some significant contributions coming from a range of individuals, including Justin Broad and Nic Smit who continued their fine form from the 2022 season.

The red ball season started with a commanding win away at Normandy thanks predominantly to a fine all round bowling performance. Ben Townsend continued his form and was well supported by the ever-youthful Dan Taylor and 15-year-old Alex French who really showed his potential.

This win saw us open a lead at the top of the league. Unfortunately, despite a decent performance, a loss against an exceptionally strong Sunbury side followed the Normandy win. This loss proved a turning point for our season as, for a variety of reasons, we were unable to rediscover our best form.

A loss versus Wimbledon preceded and a winning draw against Ashstead, which included a fine century from Anosh Malik followed, leaving us in the top 4 at the halfway stage.

Despite consecutive hundreds from Justin Broad, rain effected winning draws against Weybridge and Reigate followed. Before, two wash outs saw out the red ball season.

We entered the final 4 games of the season knowing a shot of the league title was incredibly unrealistic and the season was closed out with a further washout against Ashtead, two defeats against East Molesey and champions Sunbury and a fine win against Wimbledon. The Wimbledon win saw the team chase down 333, the club’s highest ever chase in a 50 game. Thanks to several contributions, most notably 91 from Nic Smit.

In the end, we ended up in mid table, which at the start we would have considered a disappointment but in reality, it represented a decent season. Multiple young players were blooded, especially towards the end of the season and significant contributions came from a wide variety of players. And if not for wash outs and perhaps a bit more luck with injuries/availability, we could well have been mounting a serious title challenge.

The highlights of the season for me, however, were the number of our players that went on to achieve higher honours throughout the season. Justin Broad, Krish Patel, Sheridon Gumbs, Ben Townsend, Alex French and Seb Stuart-Reckling all went on to represent county second teams. With Alex French representing England Young Lions  despite his young age, Krish Patel making his list A debut for Surrey aged just 17 and of course Justin Broad receiving a two-year professional contract with Northamptonshire.

As I sign off my 8-year tenure as captain, I hope the club can build on the success we have had in recent seasons. It has been a monumental effort by multiple individuals to get the club and the first team to the position that it is in today. And I feel the first team is well positioned to be able to attract the best players and to consistently challenge at the top end of the premier league.

My final comment is to again thank all those that have who I have worked with and played with over the last 8 years; it has been a huge honour to captain Esher.

Will Edwards

Player of the Season

Ben Townsend – His first season at the club, he threw himself into every aspect of it both on and off the field. Opening the bowling, he led our target superbly, bowling with aggression and accuracy throughout the season, finishing in the top 10 wicket takers in the league. On top of this he also contributed with some handy lower order runs.

Back Row R to L – Johnny Wright, Andrew McCallum, Joe Moss, Justin Broad, David Brent, Will Tavare

Front Row R to L – Ben Collins, Alex Martin,Will Edwards ©, Freddie Harrison, Charlie Winder, Nick Smit

Esher 2^nd XI  –  Introduction

Competitive Premier League team balancing the development of our top academy boys into league cricket, with competitive league cricket for those players on the peripheries of the first team squad.  Fantastic standard of cricket at Premier League grounds, and strong social identity.

In 2024, the 2nd XI will be captained by Ali Birkby  (alibirkby@hotmail.co.uk  07703 724299)

2nd XI – Season Report – 2023 (Dan Taylor)

It’s very hard to sum up a season like this. At the start the aims of the team were to challenge for the title and be a tough side to play against. Then at the halfway stage things were looking bleak with us languishing at the bottom of the league and survival seeming like a formidable challenge. However, a run of good games and a couple of fortunate results meant that survival was achieved and the Esher 2^nd XI will stay in the Premier division next year. With the goals set out at the start almost forgotten it was a joyous group after the final game when our safety was ensured. Reflecting now it is clear to see where improvements can be made and yet each of the 39 players who played have contributed to one of the most memorable seasons in recent years.

A rained off game in week 1 against Reigate before an away trip to Dulwich is never the nicest way to start a season. Sadly, a rather crushing defeat there was not ideal despite N Winder taking 4-47 and Taylor with 2-46 trying their best. Only Hopkinson (43) got going in reply and we were bowled out for 136, 80 runs short. The chance to right the wrong at home to Spencer a week later came but sadly 159 was never going to be enough although Stroud scoring a wonderful 51 was pleasing to watch. Spencer chased this easily although Hamilton impressed with 2-25. A trip to Guildford with a fired up squad beckoned, and the old adage rang true, catches win matches. Sadly, putting down 7 chances did not aid our cause and we let them smash their way to 419-4 from 50 overs with only Mills showing skill with the ball. In response Roberts 53, Malik 50, Birkby 50 and Mills 69 showed great fight but sadly it was not enough and we ended being bowled out for 309. A disappointing start and an uphill climb to come.

Knowing that we needed to kick start our season the excitement was palpable at home to Malden Wanderers and a brilliant bowling display reduced them to 191 all out. De la Fuente as economical as ever with 3-30 ably supported by Birkby 2-53 and Fletcher 3-42 were the pick of the pack. In response the chase never looked in doubt as Stroud crashed a classy 54 and Price steered the ship with calm beyond his years finishing 50* alongside Macpherson 31* to see it home. Hoping to continue this form we went away to Sunbury. Putting in a good bowling performance to restrict them to 195 all out with De La Fuente 3-24, Brown 2-24 and Wallis 2-45 leading the line gave us hope of another good chase. Sadly, this was not to be and we ended 80 runs short with only Roberts 41 showing class with the bat. Ashtead came the following week and batting first we scored 252-9 dec with Birkby 63 and Macpherson 55 scoring freely. It meant a good bowling performance was needed to win. Agonisingly they managed to chase this down with only 1 wicket in hand despite Brown 4-69 doing his best. An away trip to East Molesey gave us another chance to get back to winning ways. Batting first and Hopkinson anchoring the innings with a brilliant 70, supported by Birkby 39 and Wallis 31* led us to 225-8. Time for a good bowling performance. Unfortunately, only Birkby made a lasting impression with 3-59 to counter their stroke play and another defeat. Halfway through and bottom of the league with a mountain ahead of us. Nothing too much for the mighty Esher however.

Top of the league met bottom as we welcomed Wimbledon and sadly, they were too strong. Batting first they scored 235-7 dec with Collins 4-48 and De La Fuente 2-49 the pick of the bowlers. In reply, Roberts again batted well for his 67 with Price showing good touch to score 31 but sadly the rest of us let them down as we fell cheaply for 168. With backs against the wall, we knew even one more loss could send us down. A rain affected game next against fellow relegation battlers was not ideal and we were left with 28 overs to chase 167 after De La Fuente 3-50 and Holliday 1-18 from 8 had bowled well. Hopkinson and Hunt started the chase well with 23 and 33 respectively before a few cheap wickets fell creating the real possibility of losing before the ever-calm McCallum 29* and Wallis 16 batted sensibly to ensure a winning draw at 138-8 at the close of play. Next came Dulwich and despite Brown dismantling their top order with 5-49 we let them reach 220-8. A good chase was required. Hopkinson with 56 gave us a great chance and Birkby 64 carried that forward with time running out to chase the total and McCallum poised to strike we were left with 6 to win from the final ball. Sadly, it was not to be as McCallum was caught on the boundary for 40. But another winning draw and momentum was building.

The following week rain was again the winner sadly and points were shared away at Spencer. Guildford came next and choosing to field after they bashed 400 against us earlier in the season was a risk. Restricting them to 160-9 after 55 looked good with Brown with 4-45 De LA Fuente 2-24 and Collins 2-35 bowling with skill and control to ensure this gamble would pay off. Then it was the batters turn to do their job and at 42-3 a few nerves began to creep in. No need for that however when McCallum is at the crease. He played brilliantly for his 79* alongside Price with 34* to ensure the win was successfully secured. Fellow relegation strugglers Malden Wanderers came next but unfortunately again the rain was the winner and points were shared. No losses in 5 weeks meant we were full of confidence going into the Sunbury game. With them winning the toss and choosing to bat we wanted to come out firing and we were witness to some top quality new ball bowling from Brown 4-30 supported by Wallis 3-38. Unfortunately, we couldn’t close them out and let them slip to 242 all out. No one really got going in reply although a late flourish of 32* from Wallis was pleasing to see.

With three games to go we knew we needed a result to go our way and for us to win them all. An away trip to Ashtead and the chance to show we were still in the hunt came next. Batting first and scoring 205 thanks to Roberts 37, Hunt 45, Price 30 and Honeybul 34 batting well meant the game was in the balance. Stuart-Reckling 2-21, Collins 4-34 and C Winder 2-36 bowled well to secure the win. Welcoming East Molesey to Esher on the penultimate week of the season we were excited to claim a big scalp. Unfortunately, the nemesis of our season the rain came again and the points were shared. One final push against Wimbledon was required and we needed our best friends East Molesey to beat Reigate to ensure survival. Being put into bat came as no shock and the group was ready. McCallum showing his class yet again with 66, Honeybul 41 and exciting cameos from Wallis 18 and De La Fuente 21* propelled us to 221-7 at the end of our 50. A final bowling performance was required and delivered. Backed up by some brilliant fielding as well. French 3-30 and Stuart-Reckling 1-29 got us off to a good start before the control of De La Fuente 2-23 and the spin twins of Wallis 4-36 and Collins 0-43 kept it tight and us on top leaving them bowled out for 165. Absolutely clinical, and as luck and fate would have it, Reigate lost meaning we stayed up!

What a season it was, and it was a privilege to be a part of a special group. I’d like to thank Doc for his splendid scoring and always keeping us informed of run rates, and opposition stats. Thanks also to everyone at Esher CC for their support throughout the season home and away. Finally, best of luck for next year as there’s no ceiling to this group’s potential.

2nd XI player of the season

The Second XI player of the season this year was Max Wallis. Max is a joy to play with each week and his attitude, enthusiasm, and desire to improve was inspirational to see. Coming into the team as a young left arm spinner was no doubt a daunting task but Max filled the role with aplomb and his destructive batting and tight bowling were key to the team staying in the premier division. Max has the rather enviable trait of picking up crucial wickets and moreover doing so to break partnerships at key moments. He is an ever present voice in the outfield encouraging teammates and often dragging us along with him to ensure pressure doesn’t let up. He had a fantastic individual season and I look forward to seeing his progress in the years to come.

Back Row R to L – Tom Brown, Nathan Roberts, Matt McPherson, Max Dunn, Nick Winder

Front Row R to L – Trishan Patel, Joe De La Fuente, Anosh Malik, Archie Stroud, Max Wallis, Dan Old

Esher CC 3^rd XI

This year Esher’s 3^rd XI will be playing in the Surrey Championship 3^rd XI Division 1. Under the excellent captaincy of Dan Dickenson. Last year the 3^rd XI had many great wins and cultivated an extremely enjoyable culture. This year Dan will look to lead the 3^rd XI in much the same way. By playing a high standard of cricket and using a great mixture of youth and experience the team will hopefully make waves in the league and push themselves to improvement game after game. The new league will also allow 2^nd XI hopefuls to prove themselves to selectors and allows the club to continue to expand its already impressive depth.

Overall, the main priority is enjoyment and inclusion, with young and old mixing harmoniously on the field and off. Young players will be able to cut their teeth in the men’s game while receiving guidance from the more experienced players. The amazing atmosphere fostered in previous seasons will continue in full force, and hopefully we will win some games on some glorious sunny days along the way. See you at Imber Court.

3rd XI Captain: Dan Dickenson (dickensondan@me.com, 07775 520799)

Please see below for the 2023 Season Report.

3rd XI – Season Report – 2023 (Dan Dickenson)

All in all, 2023 season for the 3^rd eleven was strong. Missing out to promotion to the premiership by just 6 points. The beauty of captaining this team is watching the incredible young talent we have at the club contribute to positive results. Of course, the reliable senior players that turn out week on week are just as important, but the heart of any successful club is bringing the youngsters through, and we had some outstanding contributions.

There were some stand out performances early on with Max Wallis scoring a blistering 142 away to Dulwich, which selfishly was Max’s only contribution to the 3’s, bar a brief cameo vs Battersea Ironsides where he again starred but with the ball this time getting a measly 5 wickets. The 2’s gain was our loss for the remainder of the season, but well done Maxy.

Bowlers inevitably win matches, especially in the opening and closing games of the league which are 50 over affairs. Luckily, we had some very special opening bowlers, Oli Hamilton, Ayan Sohail and Jaanzabe Jamali (aka JJ). Oli I first noticed bowling in the nets and genuinely troubling both 1’s and 2’s batters, so I was more than happy to have him scaring the pants off 3^rd eleven batters, which he did, well done Oli you have a bright future. Ayan was metronomic, not as quick as Oli, but Glenn McGrath tight, it was a joy to have him in the team, his attitude and demeanour was 1^st class, and he played every game with a smile and passion. JJ was another that got better as the games went on, he bowls with genuine pace and control, I can’t wait to see what he has next year, well done JJ! It goes to mention both these boys are u15’s, Oli under u16.

I want to mention a few of the older generation that keep the bar running at the club. Notably Darren Helwick, who very rarely fails at the crease, scoring a sublime ton at Sunbury, alongside Millsy who again both times he played for the 3’s batted with majesty, scoring an equally sublime ton at Sunbury, who btw won the league easily.

Equally when the likes of Fletch and Max Simpson coming into bowl one feels rather pleased that you are playing for Esher and not the oppo, thank you both for your contributions.

Finally, I would like to thank Adrian Price for his constant support and non-stop chat, we need club members like him to nurture the young uns. Secondly Max Simpson (Spoons) for skippering in my absence at the end of the season.

Well done all…we go bigger next season!

3rd XI player of the season

My player of the season went to Ayan Sohail, for a multitude of reasons. Firstly, his passion, you can’t coach passion, it’s either there or not, and Ayan has it in spades. Ayan constantly showed a winning mentality, in his all-round game. Secondly his commitment was second to none, every weekend he was available bar the last when he was injured. Thirdly his metronomic bowling put enormous pressure on the opening batters which time after time contributed to winning positions, we found ourselves in. Lastly playing with a smile, it’s important that as parents we teach our kids to enjoy the sport we love.

The 4th XI play in Division 3 West of the Surrey Championship, after winning the league and being promoted in  in 2021 and 2022.

The intention of our 4^th XI is to blend a healthy mix of ‘seasoned veterans’ with an abundance of youth making their first steps in to adult cricket.  All 4th XI home matches will be played at Imber Court.

In 2024,  John Woollhead (johnwoollhead61@gmail.com, 07836 248848) will captain the 4th XI.

4th XI – Season Report – 2023 (Chris Burton)

2023 had its ups and downs for the Esher 4^th team, finishing in 4^th place in the league with 9 wins and 5 losses, wondering what may have been with a drier summer, having suffered 4 rained off fixtures and being 2 wins from our third promotion in a row.

In typical Esher 4s fashion we were reliant on the dads’ army mobilising in May and June and used 66 players across the season with a variety of new and old faces, testimony to the size and breadth of the club.

Lakshan Thamel (who finished leading run scorer) and Jon Sturges were very welcome new additions, both contributing with bat and ball, while former captains Al Mason and Henry Witten made entertaining returns.

Various impressive batting displays occurred, notably centuries by Darren Helwick and U14 Will Hamilton (his first in adult league cricket) and 50s shared around by U14 Josh Kavia (2), Darren Helwick, Sachin Patel, Chris Burton, Tom Chandler, Jon Sturges, Lakshan Thamel and John Woollhead.

Chris Parrish (12 @ 12.46) and Tom Burnett (12 @ 22.67) led the way for wickets with match turning figures and Navik Mendis (10 @ 8.9) bowled some particularly devastating spells.

Notable highlights through the season included Chris Harvey opening the bowling against Epsom, taken off after 2 (no) balls and then returning with four wickets in his impressive second ‘spell’, Brandon Forward keeping the crowd on their toes against Teddington with a 13 ball over that included two wickets and Tom Burnett’s mane running the gauntlet, dodging various bullets until the last game of the season, when ‘father of the club’ John Woollhead, in true ‘hold my beer’ style, missed a couple of buckets in the nets and then defied the odds to hit his first post covid 50.

It was incredibly heartening and rewarding to see so many fantastically talented YCs come through the system, particularly given the spirit they played with. In addition to those mentioned above, valuable contributions were also made by Jayden Forward, Rohan de Silva, Henry Harrison, Ben French, Aayan Shabbir, Adam Helwick and Orson Jones.

A special mention should also go to esteemed clubman Sachin Patel, who literally saved a life on the boundary, serving as a great reminder of how fragile life can be and how we should make the most of it while we’re here.

4th XI player of the season

Player of the season was deservedly Will Hamilton, finishing the season averaging  55 with the bat and even chipping in with a couple of wickets. All in all a highly enjoyable season with many tight matches and we look forward to 2024.

Following a gap of 19 years a strong Esher CC tour party returned to participate in the Sarasota 6-A-Side tournament over the Thanksgiving weekend in Florida. Other participants included teams from the Cayman islands, north London and local (mainly ex-pat) cricketers.