Shropshire County Cricket Club (CCC) is offering aspiring cricketers a unique opportunity to showcase their talents at an open trial session on February 15, 2026. This event will take place at the Indoor Cricket Centre of Shrewsbury School from 14:00 to 16:00.
The trials are part of Shropshire CCC’s commitment to nurturing local talent within the framework of the National Counties Cricket Association (NCCA), previously known as Minor Counties. The club’s first XI competes in various formats, including 50-over matches, T20 games, and three-day cricket. Additionally, Shropshire has an Academy side dedicated to players transitioning from age group pathways who possess the skills and ambition to advance to National Counties cricket.
To be eligible for participation, players must be at least 18 years old and meet at least one of the following criteria: they must reside in Shropshire, have been born there, play for a cricket club within the county, or have attended secondary school or college in Shropshire.
Through the years, the NCCA has emphasized the development of local cricketers. A key governance requirement for NCCA member counties mandates that each team fields a minimum of eight players who are considered ‘homegrown,’ with an average age of those eight players being under 25 years. The NCCA’s competitions are regarded for their high standards, featuring both aspiring and former professional cricketers.
The club encourages players currently engaged in competitive recreational cricket to attend the open trial session. Those interested in participating must complete a registration form, after which they will receive confirmation and further details about the session at least one week prior to the event.
For additional inquiries about the trial, prospective players can reach out to Ed Ashlin, the first team coach of Shropshire CCC. This initiative not only highlights the club’s focus on local talent but also aims to strengthen the foundation of cricket within the region as it prepares for the 2026 season.
