Women's Cricket
Our Club
During the winter season, we also enter two teams into indoor BUCS competitions, with players selected from across the club. This provides additional opportunities for members to represent the University and compete throughout the academic year.
All three squads receive two training opportunities each week, including a whole-club training session and a squad-specific session. We also offer a dedicated weekly fielding session, available to all members during both semesters.
Trials for the First and Second Squads take place at the beginning of October. Players who are not selected are placed in the Third Squad, with flexibility throughout the year to ensure everyone is training and playing at the level that suits them best.
The 1st and 2nd squads train at Edgbaston on Sundays, with each squad receiving a 90-minute coached session from Girls Hit Harder. The 3rd squad trains at the Munrow Sports Arena.
Alongside cricket, we have a strong social side, with weekly socials and a range of events throughout the year. These include supporting our members playing for Warwickshire at Edgbaston during the summer, as well as fundraisers, charity events and activities with other University of Birmingham sports clubs. One example is our joint charity match with the Men’s Cricket Club, Red 4 Ruth.
UBWCC has a mix of volunteer and professional coaching across the club. Wednesday whole-club training and Sunday Third Squad sessions are supported by volunteer coaches, including players from the Men’s Cricket Club. The First and Second Squads receive paid coaching from Girls Hit Harder at their Sunday Edgbaston sessions. Weekly fielding sessions are led by our Performance Manager.
Facilities
Edgbaston Indoor Centre & Forward Drive Academy
We train at Edgbaston indoor centre throughout the winter and Forward Drive Academy. We also train and play home matches at Moseley Ashfield Cricket Club.
Bournbrook 3G Pitches
The club frequently train on the state-of-the-art Bournbrook 3G pitches, right here on campus.
Munrow Arena
The club frequently train in the Munrow Arena located inside of University Sport & Fitness.
Training Times
Semester One:
- Monday: 8.00am - 9.00am
- Wednesday: 5.00pm - 7.00pm
- Sunday: 4.00pm - 7.00pm (1s & 2s)
- Sunday: 4.30pm - 5.30pm (3s)
Semester Two:
- Monday: 8.00am - 9.00am
- Wednesday: 5.00pm - 7.00pm
- Sunday: 5.00pm - 8.00pm (1s & 2s)
- Sundays: 3.00pm - 4.00pm (3s)
Semester Three:
Outdoor nets to be arranged.
Competition Opportunities
UBWCC offers opportunities to compete throughout the academic year across a range of formats.
During the winter, we enter two teams into indoor BUCS competitions, while our Third Squad competes in a local softball league. In the summer, our First Squad competes in outdoor BUCS, with our Second and Third Squads playing local league and friendly fixtures.
Alongside cricket, we run weekly socials, fundraisers and other club events, support members representing Warwickshire at Edgbaston, and take part in charity events such as the Red 4 Ruth match with the Men’s Cricket Club.
Membership Price
£165 Annual Membership Including:
- Two training sessions a week plus fielding sessions.
- Covers matchday travel and other expenses.
- Two training sessions a week plus fielding sessions starting from January.
- Covers matchday travel and other expenses starting from January.
£65 Summer Membership including:
- Two training sessions a week plus fielding sessions starting from April.
- Covers matchday travel and other expenses starting from April.
£40 Half Membership Term One & Two:
Aimed at 3rd team squad ability- 1 training a week at Munrow arena and fielding sessions.
- Covers matchday travel and other expenses
£165 External Membership including:
2 training sessions a week plus fielding sessions
- Covers matchday travel and other expenses
* with an external membership you are unable to compete in BUCS due to BUCS regulations
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*This is an approximate list of what the club membership may include. This can change at any point, so please confirm with the club directly on what this membership includes.
Inclusion, Accessibility and Disability Practices
The Women’s Cricket Club creates an inclusive and beginner-friendly environment where players of all skill levels feel welcome. Training times are flexible, offering sessions on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and weekends to accommodate different commitments. The club celebrates cultural diversity by hosting events such as wearing colorful outfits for Diwali, fostering a sense of unity among members. Weekly socials, both sober and non-sober, provide opportunities for team bonding. Additionally, an inclusion officer hosts a weekly drop-in session for members to discuss any concerns, ensuring a supportive atmosphere.
To remove financial barriers, the club provides shared cricket kits, gloves (for both left- and right-handed players), bats, and sufficient cricket balls. This ensures that all members, regardless of financial background, can participate in training and matches without the need to purchase expensive equipment.
