Captain Ketts wants Staffs to crack Trophy code
Staffordshire captain James Kettleborough says his side can’t afford to dwell on the past as they begin their National Counties Cricket Association season. Staffs kick off their 2026 campaign with an NV Play One-Day Trophy Group Two home game against Norfolk at West Bromwich Dartmouth on Sunday (11am). The Trophy has been a source of […]
Staffordshire select squad for NCCA Knockout Trophy opener
Staffordshire have named a 12-man squad for their opening National Counties Cricket Association game of the season. Staffs host Norfolk at West Bromwich Dartmouth on Sunday (11am) in the first match of the Knockout Trophy Group Two programme. And Staffordshire will have three debutants in their side for the contest at Sandwell Park. All-rounder Ollie […]
‘Attitude and desire are key ingredients for Staffordshire’
Richard Harvey says eyes and ears are trained on all corners of Staffordshire ahead of the new season. Harvey, chairman of the county club’s cricket committee, has outlined how Staffs have formulated their playing plans for the upcoming summer challenges. Head coach Chris Milward and assistant Pete Wilshaw have welcomed new signings into the group, […]
Staffordshire select 13-man squad for Herefordshire pre-season match
Staffordshire have named a 13-man squad for their pre-season encounter against Herefordshire this weekend. Sunday’s 50-over match takes place at Smethwick (11am) as preparations are fine-tuned for the start of the National Counties Cricket Association campaign. All 13 players will feature at some point in the match. The contest is the first chance for Staffordshire […]
Medal man Dan is eager to make Staffordshire impact
New Staffordshire signing Dan Lincoln is determined to use his vast experience to drive the county’s youngsters forward – while also adding more silverware to his collection. The 30-year-old wicketkeeper-batsman has agreed an initial two-year deal with Staffordshire after ending his long association with Berkshire. Lincoln enjoyed huge success with Berkshire and has picked up […]
Staffordshire welcome two new signings for 2026 NCCA season
Staffordshire have completed two signings ahead of the 2026 National Counties Cricket Association season. All-rounder Olly Walker and seamer Sam Keeling-Wright have both made the move from Herefordshire. The duo play their club cricket for Staffordshire clubs Himley and Old Hill respectively. Walker, aged 21, made his Herefordshire debut in 2022 and has been a […]
Away venues confirmed for Staffordshire’s 2026 fixtures
Staffordshire have found out their away venues for the 2026 National Counties Cricket Association season. Staffs’ first away date of the campaign will be on Bank Holiday Monday, May 4, when they head to Ampthill to play Bedfordshire in the Knockout Trophy. Their other away assignment in the 50-over format takes them to Jesmond to […]
Staffordshire select home venues for 2026 NCCA season
Staffordshire have confirmed their home venues for the 2026 National Counties Cricket Association season. The summer will mark a return to Stone SP for the first time in 11 years when they host a Twenty20 Cup game against Northumberland. The NCCA season for Staffs commences on Sunday, April 26 with a home Knockout Trophy clash […]
Staffordshire legend takes over as county club president
Steve Dean has been elected as Staffordshire’s new president at the county club’s annual meeting. He takes over the role from Nick Archer, who has served his permitted two three-year terms. Dean is Staffordshire’s all-time leading run scorer, having made 10,163 Championship runs during a county career which spanned from 1982 until 2003. He also […]
Staffordshire announce new coaching team
Staffordshire have confirmed their new coaching set-up ahead of the 2026 National Counties Cricket Association season. Chris Milward, who is Staffordshire Cricket’s head of performance, has been named as the new head coach. He will be assisted by former Staffs batsman Pete Wilshaw. The duo are no strangers to coaching after helping with the county’s […]