NCU Independent Non-Executive Director
The Northern Cricket Union of Ireland (NCU) is seeking to appoint an Independent Non-Executive Director to our Board. This is a fantastic opportunity to help shape the development of cricket in the NCU region at a key time in the history of the sport, engaging with a range of partners, funding bodies, a committed volunteer network and the grassroots membership.
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 2022 NCU Annual Dinner and Awards PresentationThe Northern Cricket Union's Annual Dinner and Awards Presentation returns after a 2-year hiatus and will take place at The Hilton Hotel, Belfast on Saturday 8th October 2022. Read more...
NCU Club Forums
Following on from the recent mid-season club forums, it was clear that there were some areas within our game that required a more detailed discussion involving those within clubs who had an interest in these specific areas. To that end we have now arranged two additional forums dedicated to NCU Club Youth Cricket and The future of the Women and Girl's Game in the NCU. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Cup Final Review & A Bit Of Everything Else
CIYMS captain Nigel Jones hailed the efforts of his team after they created history by winning a first ever Irish Senior Cup title on Saturday. Read more...  Weekend Roundup (22-08-2022)There were mixed results for NCU sides on Clear Currency All-Ireland Twenty20 Cup Finals Day yesterday in Cork as CIYMS won the tournament for a second time while CSNI Women were beaten by Merrion. Read more...
Lisburn Crowned Robinson Services Premier League Champions
The ultimate NCU underdog story was completed on Saturday as Lisburn were crowned Robinson Services Premier League champions for the first time since 1996. Read more...  NCU Club Info Bulletin - Issue 05The fifth issue of our regular series of Information Bulletins to clubs has been posted. Read more...
The Slip Cordon Issue 7 / July 2022
Link to The Slip Cordon Issue 7 / July 2022, the Northern Cricket Union's monthly newsletter. In this month's issue we have an Interview with Lisburn Club Captain, Callum Atkinson ahead of their Irish Cup game against Clontarf, an update from the inaugral Future Series and an article on the NCU Gallagher Challenge Cup Finals. Among many other articles. Read more...
Irish Cricket Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Survey Extended
We're working with @cricketireland to make our sport more equal, diverse and inclusive. We recently sent clubs a survey to help us better understand the current situation. The survey closing date has now been extended until 12th September. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Final Preview with quotes from Nigel Jones and David Miller
There is guaranteed to be a new name etched on the famous Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup trophy this evening as both CIYMS and Lisburn prepare for their first ever final in the competition. Read more...
John Busby (Templepatrick CC) Interview
All eyes will be on today's crunch Robinson Services Section One clash between Derriaghy and Templepatrick which could go a long way to deciding who gains promotion to the Premier League. Read more...
Intermediate Cup Final Preview
The final of this season's Intermediate cup is due to be played at The Castle Grounds 690 Antrim Road Belfast on Sunday 21st August between Cliftonville Academy II and Derriaghy II starting at 12 noon. Read more...  Templepatrick Player Pathways Interview with Andy McCreaGrowing cricket and developing player pathways is one of the most fundamentally important aspects of clubs and coaches in the NCU. Templepatrick CC has long been at the forefront in leading the way when it comes to producing young talent. This is largely due to the selfless services of volunteers, most notably ECB Level 3 Coach and their Cricket Development Officer, Andy McCrea. Read more... GMcG Junior Cup Final - Preview 2
Eight days after the Gallagher Challenge Cup concluded, the scene is set for another iconic final in the NCU as Lisburn II take on CSNI II in the GMcG Junior Cup decider. Read more... GMcG Junior Cup Final - Preview
The NCU GMcG Junior Cup reaches its climax on Saturday when CSNI II and Lisburn II clash at Laurelvale CC. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - Review
A century from Ross Adair inspired CIYMS to a third consecutive Gallagher Challenge Cup crown yesterday as they produced a clinical performance to beat CSNI by 10 wickets at The Green. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - Preview
Today marks the biggest day on the local cricket calendar as defending champions CIYMS and CSNI face off in the Gallagher Challenge Cup final at The Green (11am start). Read more...
Irish Senior Cup Semi-Finals Roundup
Two NCU teams will meet in the Irish Senior Cup final for the first time in 11 years after Lisburn and CIYMS both created history by reaching a maiden decider on Sunday. Read more...
Irish Senior Cup - Callum Atkinson Interview
Both CIYMS and Lisburn have their eyes set on creating history this weekend as they aim to reach a first Irish Senior Cup final. Read more...  A valiant effort in securing a 2nd place finish for the NCU Women in the inaugural Future SeriesThe 3-match series took place this week in the North West and was hugely successful in doing what it was intended to do, bridge the gap between Women's Youth and Senior cricket. Read more...
Quoile Cup Final (sponsored by Gribben & Watt)
The final of this seasons Quoile Cup (U11) sponsored by Lisburn Financial Services company Gribben & Watt will be played on evening of Friday 29th July (5.45pm start) between Lisburn and Instonians at Wallace Park. All support for this youth competition final would be most welcome. Quoile Cup Final
Ulster Schools' Tour Selection
The players selected to represent the Ulster Schools on the tour to the Glasgow area from 8th to 11th August have been announced. Read more...  White background.jpg) Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final - PreviewConsecutive Final number 5 in the Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup for CSNI on Sunday against their formidable opponents Waringstown. Read more...
NCU Senior Women And Under 11 Boys Bound For Jersey
The excitement from Monday's Ireland v New Zealand T20I at Stormont continues into Tuesday morning as a squad of NCU Senior Women accompanied by the NCU Under 11 Boys began their journey to the picturesque Channel Islands for a 5-game series each against Jersey. Read more...  Weekend To Remember For Matchett And CIYMSCIYMS regained the Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Cup for a third time in four seasons on Saturday after beating CSNI by 16 runs (DLS) in a rain-affected final at The Lawn. Read more...
Michael Gilmour Interview prior to LVS T20 Finals day
There will be a sense of déjà vu for Carrickfergus and CSNI as the two teams meet at the same venue, in the same competition just over 12 months after their memorable LVS Twenty20 Cup final. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League
The Robinson Services post-split fixtures have been published and uploaded to the website. Robinson Services Premier League  Nigel Jones Interview after CIYMS's Gallagher Challenge Cup Semi Final win over LisburnCIYMS and CSNI will meet in the Gallagher Challenge Cup final in what is a repeat of the 2016 decider after both teams picked up semi-final victories on Saturday. Jonny Morton spoke to Nigel Jones, Captain of CIYMS, after their win over Lisburn in their semi-final. Read more...
Uel Graham/Ian Butler Interviews prior to Gallagher Challenge Cup Semi finals
Lisburn and CIYMS will meet in the Gallagher Challenge Cup semi-finals today having shared many similarities this season; both have progressed in major cup competitions, both finished in the league's top-six but perhaps most importantly, both brought in a new coach ahead of the campaign. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (04-07-2022)
After a rain-affected final pre-split round of Robinson Services Premier League fixtures, the same teams that occupied the top-six spots before the day's play remained in situ to book their place in Group A. Read more...  Former Local Rivals Join Forces In Promising Debut SeasonIt was a case of adapt or die for 2 local clubs whose rivalry stems back to the 1950s with many illustrious and competitive games over the decades. In recent years, and with an undoubtedly negative impact from the pandemic, Ards CC and Donaghadee CC found themselves in a bit of a pinch with player availability and a decrease in the high standards of cricket each club was used to. Read more...
The Slip Cordon Issue 6 / June 2022
Link to The Slip Cordon Issue 6 / June 2022, the Northern Cricket Union's monthly newsletter. In this month's issue we have an article on Derriaghy Cricket Club, the launch of the NCU Summer Development Camps and an article on the NCU Schools Cricket Finals Day. Among many other articles. Read more...
Graham Cup Final
NV Play link for Graham Cup Final Scorecards The Graham Cup Final between CIYMS and CSNI will take place on Friday 1st July at Stormont, 6pm start. All support to encourage these young players of the future would be appreciated. Many thanks to FM Store for their continued sponsorship of this youth competition. Graham Cup Results...
Hospitality Packages for the Ireland v New Zealand T20I series
This summer sees recent T20 World Cup Finalists New Zealand come to Stormont to face Cricket Ireland in a 3-game T20I series. Read more...
The NCU have announced their under 15 and 17 squads for the 2022 summer programmes
Click on the links below to see each of the under 15 and 17 squads that will take part in the 2022 Summer Inter Pro programmes. U15 boys' squad U15 girls' squad U17 boys' squad U17 girls' squad  Lisburn's Feet Remain Firmly On The Ground Despite SuccessIt has been a dream season to date for Lisburn who head into their final pre-split Robinson Services Premier League fixture against Instonians sitting top, but Captain Callum Atkinson and his squad still have their feet firmly on the ground. Read more...
2022 NCU Summer Development Camp Dates released
The summer of 2022 brings back the ever popular NCU Summer Development Camps at various locations across the Union. Update 28/06/2022: A sixth camp at Jordanstown has been added. Click the links for more details. Read more...
Cricket Connects Officer - NCU Region
Cricket Connects is a Cricket Ireland Participation initiative and is supported by The Rank Foundation Start Here Grant. Read more... Gallagher Challenge Cup - Semi-Final Draw ReportThe draw for the semi-finals of the Gallagher Challenge Cup took place today (Monday 27/06) at the Gallagher offices in Belfast. Read more... Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (27-06-2022)
Centuries from Robert McKinley (164) and Cade Carmichael (115*) helped Instonians secure a vital 251-run Robinson Services Premier League victory over Cregagh to keep their top-six hopes alive. Read more...
Emerging Knights Team For Thursday's Future Series Game Against Munster Heat At North Kildare
Tuesday's game against Lightning Bolts at Wallace Park, Lisburn fell victim to the awful morning weather with no chance of any play going ahead. Forecast looking more promising for Thursday's clash against Munster Heat at North Kildare. Read more...  History Makers Derriaghy Hunting More SuccessCarlsberg don't do cricket weekends, but if they did, they would look something like the one Derriaghy just had. The Queensway side reached the Gallagher Challenge Cup semi-finals for the first time in their history last Saturday with a two-wicket win over Cregagh before booking a spot in the Irish National Cup last-eight the very next day. Read more... Banoge ( U13 ) Cup Final
The Banoge ( U13 ) Cup Final between Instonians and Holywood will take place on Friday 24th June at Shaws Bridge, 6pm start. All support to encourage these young players of the future would be appreciated.  NCU Club Info Bulletin - Issue 04The fourth issue of our regular series of Information Bulletins to clubs has been posted. Read more... Ulster Schools' Team for Schools' Interprovincial
The players selected to represent the Ulster Schools against the Southern Schools at Osborne Park, Belfast on Tuesday 28th and Wednesday 29th June has been announced Read more... NCU Under 19 Teams announced for upcoming MCC Matches
The NCU U19s play two games against the MCC and then a strong Indian touring party. In these fixtures over 19 different players will be playing. Read more...  Gallagher Challenge Cup - Quarter-Final Round UpCIYMS batsman Ross Adair stole the headlines once again as he bludgeoned 186 to help the defending Gallagher Challenge Cup champions seal serene progression to another semi-final berth with a 142-run win over Instonians. Read more... Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Round Two Round-up (19-06-2022)
Attention for local top-flight clubs turned to the coveted Irish Senior Cup on Sunday with mixed fortunes as CIYMS and Lisburn progressed to the quarter-finals but Waringstown, Instonians and North Down were eliminated by Leinster-based opposition. Read more...  Paul McCrum InterviewThe stakes don't get much higher for local clubs than this weekend with progression in both the Gallagher Challenge Cup and Irish Senior Cup to play for over two thrilling days. Read more...
NCU Pathway Continuing To Grow and Strengthen With Expanded U19 and Emerging Knights Programme
Over the next 8 weeks, 44 young cricketers from the NCU will have time to showcase their talents at various stages in front of Knights' Head Coach Simon Johnston in both the Future Series and Under 19 fixtures arranged by the Performance team. The NCU U19s and Emerging Knights will have a full fixture programme. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (13-06-2022)
With only two more rounds of fixtures before the Robinson Services Premier League is split into two groups, Lisburn are still on top after Saturday's 90-run (DLS) victory over Woodvale. Read more... Gallagher Challenge Cup - Quarter-Final PreviewThe Gallagher Challenge Cup has reached the quarter-finals stage with 4 eagerly anticipated fixtures set for Saturday. Read more...
Ulster Schools Squad to play the MCC at Campbell College this week
The players selected to represent the Ulster Schools against the MCC at Campbell College, Belfast on Tuesday 21st June has been announced. Read more...  Josh Manley InterviewJosh Manley is fully embracing life back at the Northern Knights and will again play a key role this weekend in the second Inter-Provincial Twenty20 Festival of the season at Bready. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup - Second Round Round up
The majority of results went to form in the Gallagher Challenge Cup second round with seven Premier League teams progressing alongside Derriaghy – the sole Section One representative – to the quarter-finals. Read more...
CIYMS hoping to make it a Gallagher Challenge Cup hat-trick
CIYMS will be hoping to make it a Gallagher Challenge Cup hat-trick this season but captain Nigel Jones isn't taking anything for granted. Read more...  Armagh are looking to pull off one of the greatest Gallagher Challenge Cup upsetsArmagh are looking to pull off one of the greatest Gallagher Challenge Cup upsets this afternoon when they travel to 26-time winners Waringstown. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup - Second Round Preview
The second round of the Gallagher Challenge Cup gets underway tomorrow and looks to be an eventful day of cricket for all involved. Read more...
A welcome return to Stormont for Ballymena's James Kennedy in the Gallagher Challenge Cup
Saturday sees the 'big guns' enter the second round of the Gallagher Challenge Cup with entertaining clashes involving Robinson Services Premier League teams, recent past winners, and some young and talented Section 1 teams with a point to prove against the top-flight opposition. Read more...
Northern Knights Squad for their Inter-Provincial Cup clash against North West Warriors
Northern Knights head coach Simon Johnston has named a 13-man squad for their Inter-Provincial Cup clash against North West Warriors at Stormont on Thursday (10:45am). Read more...  Marc Ellison InterviewMarc Ellison's blistering 97 helped CSNI record a dominant 113-run win over depleted neighbours CIYMS in the Robinson Services Premier League on Saturday. Read more...
Aniruddha Chore Interview
After capping off a remarkable debut campaign by being named Cricket Ireland Club Player of the Year, North Down batsman Aniruddha Chore is setting his sights on even more success this season. Read more...
NCU Welcomes New Cricket Ireland Chair
The new Cricket Ireland Chair, Brian MacNeice made a welcome visit to the NCU on Saturday last to not only meet with NCU Board members but also to attend a match in the NCU region. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Round-up (23-05-2022)
The return of the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup brought mixed results for NCU clubs with three of the six in action booking their spot in the second round. Read more...  Aaron Johnston InterviewIt has been a tough start to the season for newly promoted Cregagh but they'll be hoping a change of competition can help bring a first win today. Read more...
Alistair Shields Interview
After an enforced two-season break, the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup makes its return this afternoon. One of the most intriguing ties pits North Down against North West side Brigade. Read more...  Dixon Rose MBEIt is with great sadness that the Northern Cricket Union has learned of the passing of Dixon Rose MBE. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (16-05-2022)
The runs were flowing in the Robinson Services Premier League on Saturday with North Down sitting top as we head into a weekend break due to the Irish Senior and National Cup's. Read more...
Ross Adair Interview
Ross Adair may be playing for a new club, but it's been very much a case of same blistering performance and intent. The 28-year-old was one of the more high-profile transfers during the off-season after he swapped CSNI for reigning Gallagher Challenge Cup champions CIYMS. Read more...  Mark Adair InterviewMark Adair's first game as Northern Knights captain may have ultimately ended in defeat, but there were still positives to take from their season opener. Read more...
Knights Squad Announcement for Warriors Game on Thursday
Knights Head Coach, Simon Johnston, shared his thoughts on tomorrow's game vs The North West Warriors. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (09-05-2022)
Lisburn are now the only unbeaten team in the Robinson Services Premier League after another weekend of action. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup First Round Round-up
The Gallagher Challenge Cup second round ties are now set after four teams sealed their progression on Saturday. Read more...  Luke Georgeson InterviewThe last few weeks have been eventful for Luke Georgeson, but the CSNI all-rounder hasn't let any of it affect his performances on the field. Read more...
The Slip Cordon Issue 4 / April 2022
Link to The Slip Cordon Issue 4 / April 2022, the Northern Cricket Union's monthly newsletter. In this month's issue we have an update on the ground improvements going on at Dundrum Cricket Club, news about the installation of new hybrid wickets at Stormont and an interview with Dragon’s captain, Leah Paul, among many other stories. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup First Round Preview
The most prestigious cup competition in NCU cricket gets underway tomorrow (Saturday) with the first round of the Gallagher Challenge Cup. Read more...
Northern Knights name a 12-man squad for their Inter-Provincial season opener
Northern Knights head coach Simon Johnston has named a 12-man squad for their Inter-Provincial season opener against Munster Reds at Stormont on Thursday. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (03-05-2022)
After a weekend washed out by rain, the Robinson Services Premier League returned on Bank Holiday Monday with a full slate of fixtures. Johnny Morton reports on the winners and big performers from a day of thrilling action. Read more...
Sam Gordon Interview
There is a sense of added expectation at Muckamore this season and captain Sam Gordon is looking to embrace it rather than shy away. Read more...
Jamie Gibson Interview
Wellington may be over 11,000 miles away from Northern Ireland, but the impact of talent from New Zealand's capital city was certainly felt in the Northern Cricket Union last weekend. Waringstown's new overseas professional Jamie Gibson wasted no time in showing what he's all about Read more...
Luke Georgeson's Ireland Contract terminated by mutual consent
Cricket Ireland has agreed to terminate the contract of Luke Georgeson by mutual consent. Read more...
Callum Atkinson Interview
Callum Atkinson could hardly have wished for a better start to life as Lisburn captain than a resounding nine-wicket victory over CIYMS. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Round-up (25-04-2022)
The Robinson Services Premier League returned in style on Saturday afternoon with three centuries and two five-wicket hauls being recorded across the five matches. Read more...
Robinson Services Section 1 & 2 Round-up (25-04-2022)
It was a new dawn for Robinson Services Section One with the introduction of white-ball cricket as Derriaghy, Muckamore, Donacloney Mill and newly promoted Dundrum all started their campaigns with victories. Read more...
End of McCartan Turkington Breen Solicitors as the premier sponsor for the Northern Knights team
The Northern Cricket Union are today regretfully announcing the end of our partnership with McCartan Turkington Breen Solicitors as the premier sponsor for the Northern Knights team. Read more...
International Tickets Go On General Sale For Biggest Summer Of Cricket
Cricket Ireland has today put tickets on public sale ahead of the biggest summer of cricket in Irish history – with Ireland's men's and women's international teams set to take on seven of the world's top teams over a three-month period. Read more...  NCU JobStart Scheme vacanciesThe NCU has vacancies for three posts that are available for anyone aged under 25 under the JobStart Scheme. Read more...
High Performance Spin Bowling Coach
Cricket Ireland is seeking a full-time High Performance Spin Bowling Coach, to work primarily with the men's performance squad, but also with spinners in the women's performance squad and pathway players, initially on a three-year fixed-term contract. Read more...  NCU Club Info Bulletin - Issue 03The third issue of our regular series of Information Bulletins to clubs has been posted. Read more...
Cregagh Cricket Club History Evening
On Wednesday 16th March at the clubhouse at Cregagh Cricket Club, a special project that the clubs' historians have embarked upon came to an exciting climax for the members of this cricketing institution in the east end of Belfast. Read more...  'Bigger and better than ever' - Arachas Super Series returns to three-team format in 2022Ireland's premier domestic women's cricket competition – the Arachas Super Series – is set to be 'bigger and better than ever in 2022 as the series reverts to a three-team format, with Irish international Leah Paul being named the new captain of the returning Dragons side. Read more...
Irish Senior and National Cup draws
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup draw: Irish Senior Cup Clear Currency Irish National Cup draw: Irish National Cup
New Youth Competition Sponsors
The Northern Cricket Union are delighted to announce FM Stores as the new sponsors of the Graham Cup for the 2022 season. Gribben and Watt Financial Planning have agreed to sponsor both the Banoge Cup and the U13 Development Cup, as well as their continued sponsorship of the Quoile and the U11 Development Cup. Read more...
Gallagher Mens and Womens Challenge Cup Draws
This evening the Gallagher Mens and Womens Challenge Cup Draws were made by Gallaghers Shane Matthews and the NCU President Roger Bell. Read more...
Teaching Cricket and Hockey
In conjunction with Hockey Ireland, Cricket Ireland have launched Teaching Cricket and Hockey which will be two separate webinars. Read more...
Fixture meeting dates for Junior Leagues announced
Fixture meetings to arrange Junior League fixtures will be held soon. Read more...  NCU Club Info Bulletin - Issue 02The second issue of our regular series of Information Bulletins to clubs has been posted. Read more...
Paul Stirling, Gaby Lewis claim top honours at ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022
Irish internationals Paul Stirling and Gaby Lewis were announced the men’s and women’s International Player of the Year respectively amongst the 15 categories of awards handed out at the ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022. There were several NCU names in among the list of winners. Read more...
Scoring Courses
For anyone interested in learning more about scoring take a look at the courses outlined in this article. Read more...
NIACUS Umpire Training in 2022
News about Level 1 & 2 umpiring courses being run on zoom by NIACUS in preparation for the 2022 season. Read more...  Appointment of Patrick Grimes as NCU's first Chief ExecutiveThe Northern Cricket Union is delighted to confirm the appointment of Patrick Grimes as its first Chief Executive. Read more...
NCU Club Info Bulletin - Issue 01
The first issue in what will be a regular series of Information Bulletins to clubs has been posted. Read more...
ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022 this Friday; several category shortlists revealed
The ITW Irish Cricket Awards 2022 will be digitally broadcast on Friday 25th February 2022 via Youtube, celebrating the year that international cricket returned to Ireland. Several shortlists have been revealed ahead of the event as part of the build-up. Included in the shortlists are Drumaness Superkings (Shortlisted for the Tildenet Club of the Year) and Paul Stirling (Shortlisted for the ITW International Men's Player of the Year).
Job Advert: Club and Partnership Development Officer
The Northern Cricket Union wishes to recruit a full time Club and Partnership Development Officer to deliver key areas of the Union’s Strategic Plan and Cricket Ireland’s Strategic Plan in relation to Club and Partnership (Coaches, Officials and Volunteers) Development. NOTE: The closing date for applications has now passed. Read more...
Independent Non-Executive Director
The NCU is seeking to appoint an Independent Non-Executive Director. This appointment will be voluntary commencing in early 2022 for an initial period of up to 3 years. No remuneration is associated with the role. NOTE: The closing date for applications has now passed. Read more...
Cricket Ireland and Provincial Unions launch first-ever national survey to help drive the future of the sport
Cricket Ireland, in partnership with the five Provincial Unions around Ireland, is today launching its first-ever national survey that will help drive forward the future of cricket across Ireland. NOTE: The closing date for this has now passed. . Read more...
Cricket Ireland are seeking an International Teams’ Operations Manager
The International Teams’ Operations Manager comes under the direct line management of the High Performance Director and is accountable to him for the performance of their tasks. NOTE: The closing date for applications has now passed. Read more... .jpg) Turkish Airlines Ticket Draw - Supporting Women and Girls CricketThe North West Cricket Union and The Northern Cricket Union have partnered together to create this fantastic opportunity for two people to win Business Class Flight Tickets to anywhere around the world serviced by Turkish Airlines in 2022. NOTE: The draw has now closed. Read more...
Cricket Ireland Job Vacancies
Cricket Ireland are seeking to fill a number of roles - they have announced four job vacancies. Read more...  Tribute to Cecil Walker, MBEFew people have made a greater contribution to cricket in Ireland down the years than Cecil Walker, MBE who has died at the age of 89. He was the true amateur player and administrator; above all, the true gentleman. Read more...
Ireland chosen as preferred co-host for ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2030
The International Cricket Council has today named Ireland as a preferred co-host of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2030 with the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) and Cricket Scotland. Cricket Ireland Chief Executive Warren Deutrom reacts to the news. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - July, August and September2021
The latest Robinson Services Awards for August and September 2021 took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more...
NCU Awards Night 2021 (sponsored by MTB Solicitors)
Due to ongoing Covid-19 restrictions the NCU will not be holding its Annual Dinner again this year. Read more...
NCU Winter Coaching Programmes
Over the years, the NCU has continually looked to build and improve the coaching programmes its delivers to help and grow both the Clubs as well as the Performance environments. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Selection for last IP20 Festival
The Northern Knights squad for the last IP20 weekend at North Down has been selected. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League Presentation
David Robinson presents Waringstown First Eleven skipper Lee Nelson with the Robinson Services NCU Premier League Trophy before their match against Carrickfergus today at Middle Road. Accompanying David was NCU President Roger Bell. 
Robinson Services Section 1 - Final Weekend Roundup
Cliftonville Academy have been confirmed as 2021 Robinson Services Section One champions after a dramatic weekend that went down to the final game of the season. Johnny Morton also spoke to Max Burton from Cliftonville Academy about the season. Read more...
Robinson Services 'Stars of the Weekend' #3
The runs were flowing in the Robinson Services senior leagues this past weekend with no fewer than five players hitting a century. There were also some notable bowling performances over the past couple of days and those players are our Robinson Services Stars of the Weekend. Read more...  Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final - Match ReviewCSNI picked up their second Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup crown at The Lawn on Sunday as they beat North Down by 24 runs. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - May, June and July 2021
The latest Robinson Services Awards for May, June and July 2021 took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more... .jpg) Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - Match ReportA complete all-round performance from captain Nigel Jones helped CIYMS successfully defend their Gallagher Challenge Cup title with a 127-run victory over North Down at The Green on Friday. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union looks to appoint a Chief Executive
The NCU wishes to appoint a Chief Executive to take forward the implementation of the Union's Strategic Plan and the effective and efficient conduct of the Union's day-to-day business. NOTE: Closing date for the application has passed. Read more...
Robinson Services Section 1 - Three teams battling for two spots in the top-flight
The race for Robinson Services Premier League promotion has come down to the final weekend with three teams battling for two spots in the top-flight. Read more...
Weekend Cup Previews
After a false start last Saturday, the GMcG Junior Cup final between Lisburn II and Laurelvale will take place at Wallace Park on Sunday (11am). Plus a few lines on the Minor (Lindsay) and Minor Qualifying Cup Finals being played at Woodvale and Dundrum cricket clubs. Read more...
NCU Cricket Operations Executive (Pathway and Performance)
The Northern Cricket Union wishes to recruit a full time Cricket Operations Executive (Pathway and Performance) to take forward the implementation of the Provincial Union's Operations and day-to-day business in respect of talent pathway and representative performance programmes. NOTE: Closing date for the applications has passed. Read more...
Cara Murray and Amy Hunter included in the Senior Ireland Women's Side
The Northern Cricket Union would like to congratulate Cara Murray and Amy Hunter on their inclusion in the senior Ireland Women's side for their ICC T20 World Cup European Qualifier in Spain, which gets underway this week. Read more...
Cara Murray and Amy Hunter included in the Senior Ireland Women's Side
The Northern Cricket Union would like to congratulate Cara Murray and Amy Hunter on their inclusion in the senior Ireland Women's side for their ICC T20 World Cup European Qualifier in Spain, which gets underway this week. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final - Match Preview
CSNI are preparing for their fourth consecutive Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup final on Sunday and they will be looking to regain the title they won in 2019. They take on North Down with the match starting at 1pm. Read more...
Junior Cup Final - Match Preview 2
The battle between the in form batsmen of Laurelvale and the wicket taking depth of Lisburn Seconds' bowling will be a key factor of Saturday's GMcG Junior Cup. Robin Walsh with a match preview and Johnny Morton with some quotes from the two captains. Read more...
Robinson Services 'Stars of the Weekend' #2
It was another action-packed weekend of Robinson Services senior league action as Waringstown moved 12 points clear at the top of the Premier League and Cliftonville Academy took another step towards promotion from Section One. Read more...
Junior Cup Final - Match Preview
The finals continue to come thick and fast as we reach the business end of the NCU season. Next up is the GMcG Junior Cup decider on Saturday, 21st August as Laurelvale and Lisburn II meet at Wallace Park. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - Previews
The biggest day on the local cricketing calendar is upon us as North Down and CIYMS meet in the Gallagher Challenge Cup final at The Green on Friday (11am start). The links below take you to a preview of each semi-finalist. CIYMS Preview North Down Preview
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - This will be a ticketed event
With restrictions on the number of spectators able to attend sporting events in Northern Ireland, Friday's Gallagher Challenge Cup Final between North Down and CIYMS at The Green will be a ticketed event. NOTE: This event is now over Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Semi-Final 2 Review - Lurgan v North Down
Lurgan v North Down - semi final 2 preview, quotes, previous meetings. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Semi-Final 1 Review - CSNI v Muckamore
CSNI v Muckamore - semi final 1 preview, quotes, previous meetings. Read more...
NCU Youth League Competitions - Knock Out Stages
We have now reached the semi final knock out stages of the Under 11, 13 and 15 leagues. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Roundup
Following the conclusion of the Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup quarter-finals on Tuesday evening, the semi-final draw has been confirmed. Read more...
Robinson Services 'Stars of the Weekend' #1
It was another action-packed weekend in the Robinson Services Premier League with Waringstown, CSNI, Woodvale and North Down all picking up wins. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Semi-Final Round-up
CIYMS and North Down will meet in the Gallagher Challenge Cup final later this month after both teams won their respective semi-finals on Sunday. Read more...
NCU Women's Team Claims Victory in Inter-Provincial Game
The Women's Northern Knights claimed a 164 run victory against the Women's North West Warriors in the second Inter-Provincial 40 over game of the season played at Fox Lodge CC on Sunday 1st August. Read more...
NCU Women's Inter-Provincial Game v NWCU - Sunday 1st August at Fox Lodge CC
The NCU Women have identified the 12 player squad who will be travelling to Fox Lodge CC on Sunday 1st August (12pm start) for the second Inter-Provincial game of the season. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Semi-Final 2 Review - North Down v Instonians
All you need to know ahead of North Down vs Instonians with team news, who to watch out for, previous Challenge Cup meetings and quotes from those involved. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Semi-Final 1 Review - CSNI v CIYMS
All you need to know ahead of CSNI vs CIYMS with team news, who to watch out for, previous Challenge Cup meetings and quotes from those involved. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League round-up (24th July)
Half-centuries from Adam Dennison (76) and James McCollum (52) helped Waringstown maintain top position in the Robinson Services Premier League with a four-wicket victory over CSNI. Read more...  Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals ReviewHannah Grieve produced a magnificent 109* as Lurgan knocked out defending Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup champions Waringstown in the quarter-finals at The Lawn. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Preview
The Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup returns on Sunday with Waringstown attempting to take a first step towards defending the title they won last season against Lurgan. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Preview
The draw for the Gallagher Challenge Cup semi-finals took place this afternoon (Thursday) at Stormont prior to Ireland's Twenty20 international against South Africa. Read more...
Robinson Services Awards
The first of this season's Robinson Services Awards has been organised for Monday 2nd August 2021 at 6.30pm in Malone Golf Club. Read more...
Youth cup finals - A busy last week of July
The last week in July sees the conclusion of a number of our youth cup competitions. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League round-up (17th July)
It was runs galore in the Robinson Services Premier League on Saturday as Waringstown matched their best ever team score by posting an astonishing 420-6 at The Lawn against Carrickfergus. Read more...  Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Trophy Final ReportJohn Glass produced one of the most remarkable performances in the history of NCU finals after scoring 36 off the last over to secure the LVS Twenty20 Trophy for Ballymena against Cregagh on Thursday evening. Read more...
MTB Emerging Knights Squads announced for upcoming matches
The MTB Emerging Knights will round out their Future Series campaign this week and head coach Simon Johnston has named three squads for the upcoming fixtures. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Review
CIYMS, CSNI, Instonians and North Down all booked their places in the Gallagher Challenge Cup semi-finals after winning on Sunday. Read more...
MTB Emerging Knights - Review of Recent Future Series matches
Despite two defeats this week in the Future Series, there were still plenty of positives to take for the MTB Emerging Knights. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals Preview
The Gallagher Challenge Cup moves into the quarter-final stage on Sunday with eight teams looking to take one step closer to the showpiece final on August 13. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Trophy Final preview
The Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Trophy will draw to a conclusion on Thursday evening when Cregagh host Ballymena in the showpiece decider (6pm start). Read more...
MTB Emerging Knights name two squads for the upcoming Future Series matches
MTB Emerging Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named two squads for the upcoming Future Series matches against Leinster Lightning Bolts (Wednesday) and Ireland Under-19s (Thursday). Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League round-up (10th July)
Johnny Morton reports on Saturdays Robinson Services Premier League matches which saw wins for Carrickfergus, CIYMS, Waringstown and Woodvale. Read more...  Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals DrawThe Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Finals draw was conducted earlier today (Wednesday) by Shane Matthews, Gallagher NI Managing Director and NCU President Roger Bell. Read more...
Waringstown out of Challenge Cup
Waringstown have been deemed to have lost their Challenge Cup match v Derriaghy after playing Jonathan Bushe who was registered after the closing date for Challenge/Junior cup registrations of 31st May. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights v Munster Reds - Inter-Provincial Cup Match Report
MTB Northern Knights lost their final Inter-Provincial Cup match of the summer against Munster Reds by nine runs at Stormont on Wednesday. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Announces Squad for Newly-Formed 2021 Future Series
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is delighted to announce its 14-man core squad for the newly-formed 2021 Future Series. Read more...  MTB Northern Knights v Munster Reds - Match ReportMTB Northern Knights finished the second IP20 festival with a 23-run win over Munster Reds at Bready on Sunday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning - Match Report
MTB Northern Knights lost by 70-runs in their Inter-Provincial Trophy match against Leinster Lightning at Bready on Saturday. Read more...
North West Warriors v MTB Northern Knights - Match Report
MTB Northern Knights lost by a single run in their Inter-Provincial Trophy match against North West Warriors at Bready on Friday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Name 13-Man Squad for Final Inter-Provincial Cup Clash against Munster Reds
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named a 13-man squad for the final Inter-Provincial Cup match of the summer against Munster Reds at Stormont on Wednesday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Squad Announcement - Inter-Provincial Trophy T20 Festival at Bready
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named a 13-man squad for this weekend's Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy festival at Bready Cricket Club. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights v Munster Reds - Match Report
MTB Northern Knights finished the opening IP20 festival of the year with a five-wicket win over Munster Reds at Pembroke Cricket Club on Sunday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights v Leinster Lightning - Match Report
MTB Northern Knights picked up their first Inter-Provincial Trophy win of the summer after a 22-run victory over Leinster Lightning on Saturday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights v North West Warriors - Match Report
MTB Northern Knights were defeated by seven wickets in their opening Inter-Provincial Trophy match of season against North West Warriors. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Squad for Opening Inter-Provincial Trophy T20 Festival Announced
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named a 13-man squad for this weekend's Inter-Provincial T20 Trophy festival at Pembroke Cricket Club, Dublin. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League round-up (12th June)
CIYMS began their Robinson Services Premier League title defence with a two-wicket win over CSNI at Stormont. Read more...
Club Info - 8th June 2021
Some points to note before we return to the longer format matches at the weekend. Includes a revised Power Play table. Read more...  LVS T20 Cup Final ReportHalf-centuries from Jeremy Lawlor and Jacques Snyman helped Carrickfergus win the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup for the first time as they defeated CSNI by 43 runs at The Lawn in Waringstown. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Semi Final Match Round-up
Carrickfergus and CSNI will contest the 2021 Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup final on Sunday after wins over Lisburn and CIYMS respectively. Read more...
Cooke Collegians 'Come home'
When Cooke Collegians took to the field at Pirrie Park at the beginning of the season it marked a significant milestone for the club. Read more...
NCU Club Update - Return to Sport - 28th May
Latest club update includes guidance on the use of changing facilities and spectator capacity, Spectator Capacity at Smaller Venues, Guidance on Car Sharing, plus other notes to take account of at club grounds/venues. Read more...
Gribben & Watt Financial Planning Ltd continue their sponsorship of under 11 competitions
Gribben & Watt Financial Planning Ltd are to continue their sponsorship of the Quoile Cup and the Under 11 Development Cup this year. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Round 6 Match Round-up
Carrickfergus, CIYMS, CSNI and Lisburn are all through to the semi-finals of the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup after a dramatic day of cricket on Saturday. Read more...
Online ticketing for LVS T20 Cup Final
Sunday (6th June) will see Carrickfergus and CSNI contest the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup final at Waringstown Cricket Club (2PM start). Spectators will be permitted entry to the match via ticket in accordance with COVID-19 guidelines. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Round 5 Match Round-up
Lisburn secured their second victory of the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup on Saturday after defeating Instonians by two wickets in a final over thriller at Shaw's Bridge. Read more...
VACANCIES AT CRICKET IRELAND - Communications & Digital Marketing Coordinator
The Cricket Ireland Communications & Digital Marketing Coordinator will be responsible for the coordination and roll-out of communications, marketing and digital programmes. NOTE: Closing date now passed Read more...
MTB Northern Knights squad announcement - Munster Reds - 27th May - Dublin
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named a 13-man squad to face Munster Reds in Dublin on Thursday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights defeated by North West Warriors in Inter-Provincial Cup
MTB Northern Knights fell to a 62-run defeat in their Inter-Provincial Cup match against North West Warriors at Stormont on Tuesday. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights defeat Leinster Lightning to pick up first Inter-Provincial Cup win
MTB Northern Knights secured their first win in the 2021 Inter-Provincial Cup after defeating Leinster Lightning by five wickets at The Green. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Round 3 Match Round-up
An unbeaten half-century from Alistair Shields helped North Down register their second victory of the weekend as they defeated Waringstown by 33 runs at The Green. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Round 2 Match Round-up
A century from Jacques Snyman helped Carrickfergus pick up their opening win in the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup. Plus summaries of the other game this evening and yesterdays two games. Read more...
Message Following Executive Announcement RE: Spectators
Cricket Ireland and the Provincial Unions welcome the recent announcement from the NI Executive regarding the timetable for the phased return of spectators to outdoor sport in Northern Ireland. Read more...  Be UV Aware - A message from Cancer Focus NIAs summer approaches we are working with the Public Health Agency and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland to remind everyone to Be UV Aware. Read more...
Women's Challenge Plate Announcement
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is excited to announce a new competition for the 2021 season – the Gallagher Women's Challenge Plate. Read more...
LVS T20 Cup Round 1 Match Round-up
CSNI and Lisburn are sitting at the top of the Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup table after opening day wins over Instonians and Waringstown respectively. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights squad announcement - Leinster Lightning 16th May
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named his 13-man squad for Sunday's Inter-Provincial Cup clash against Leinster Lightning at North Down Cricket Club. Read more...
Leinster Lightning v Northern Knights Match Report - 4th May
MTB Northern Knights fell to a 70-run (DLS) defeat against Leinster Lightning in their opening match of the Inter-Provincial Cup. Read more...
Northern Knights Squad Announced for their Inter-Provincial Cup Opener
MTB Northern Knights Head Coach Simon Johnston has named his first squad of the summer ahead of tomorrow's Inter-Provincial Cup opener against Leinster Lightning in Dublin. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - CIYMS CC
CIYMS captain Nigel Jones says that his side have their sights set on going far in every competition this summer. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - Woodvale CC
Woodvale captain Stephen Bunting says that his side can compete in the Premier League this year after an "eye-opener" of a campaign in 2020. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - Instonians CC
Instonians captain Andrew White is looking for greater consistency from senior members of his side in 2021, as well as contributions from his younger players. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - Waringstown CC
Waringstown captain Lee Nelson insists that consistency is a must for the Villagers in 2021. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - CSNI CC
New CSNI captain Gary Wilson says that he wants to give the young players at the club a chance this year. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - North Down CC
North Down CC captain Alistair Shields insists that his side must start the new campaign strong due to the layout of the season. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - Lisburn CC
Lisburn CC captain Adam Berry has admitted that 2021 will present an opportunity for their new faces to build on what happened last summer. Read more...
Club Profiles 2021 - Carrickfergus CC
Carrickfergus CC captain Michael Gilmour believes that his side can compete for silverware this year. Read more...
NCU Club Info (30th April) - Return to Play Guidance
Further to our Club Zoom on Return to Play on Thursday 29th April, please see this article that has links to relevant documents that were referred to during the discussion. Read more...  Gallagher Challenge Cup Draws and Sponsorship RenewalThe Northern Cricket Union (NCU) are delighted to announce the draws for the preliminary round and first round proper of the 2021 Gallagher Challenge Cup and news of their sponsorship renewal. Read more...
NCU Club Update - Tuesday 27th April 2021
An update for NCU clubs covering Cup Draws, Junior league fixtures, DLS info. Read more...
NCU Announce Robinson Services Senior League Fixtures and Sponsorship Renewal
The Northern Cricket Union's top leagues have received a double boost with the announcement of fixtures and the renewal of their sponsorship. Read more...
NCU Announces Fixtures for Lagan Valley Steels T20 Competitions
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is delighted to announce fixtures for the 2021 Lagan Valley Steels T20 competitions. Read more...
Competitive Cricket to begin again in the NCU from 8th May
The NCU, alongside NWCU and Cricket Ireland, welcomes the opportunity for cricket competitions to begin again in Northern Ireland from 8th May. Read more... .jpg) Neil Rock returns to the MTB Northern Knights for 2021 Inter-Provincial SeriesMTB Northern Knights have announced that wicketkeeper Neil Rock has been added to the squad for the 2021 Inter-Provincial Series. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Announce New Captain ahead of 2021 Season
MTB Northern Knights are delighted to announce that batsman Harry Tector will captain the team during the 2021 season. Read more...
Message to all NCU Clubs - Grounds & Facilities
Over the past 18 months, a key element of the NCU strategy has been to support and encourage clubs in the development of their grounds and facilities. Read more...
Return of Competitive Cricket Moves a Step Closer
The NCU has welcomed the positive announcement from the NI Executive of a return to competitive cricket in Northern Ireland. Read more...
Ready for Restart - Communication to Clubs
You may have seen the recent communication from Cricket Ireland encouraging clubs to prepare for a staged return to action. Read more...
Transportation of Loam to Northern Ireland from Great Britain
There has been much coverage in the local media over the past few weeks in relation to transportation of Loam to Northern Ireland from Great Britain. Read more...
Club Communication / Website release following NI Executive Roadmap today
The NCU welcomes today's announcement from the NI Executive, which will see a gradual return to action for domestic cricket in Northern Ireland, as part of plans to ease current COVID-19 restrictions. Read more...
Games & Skills for Cricket Coaches
Unfortunately, due to current restrictions, we are unable to deliver our usual cricket activity programme to our school partners. However, with the support of the Department for Communities and Community Sports Network, we have created a coaching manual called 'Games & Skills for Cricket Coaches'. Read more...
NCU AGM 2020
The NCU AGM was held on Wednesday 2nd December 2020. Because of the Covid restrictions the meeting was held by Zoom with advance voting by proxy. The Chairman, Sam Beckett advised of the outcome of elections and other voting. Read more...
VACANCY: Cricket Ireland Board Director
Cricket Ireland is seeking a new Independent Non-Executive Director to join the Cricket Ireland Board for an initial three-year term. (CLOSED) Read more...
NIACUS Umpire Training Course Announced
NIACUS will be running a Stage one training course via Zoom, on the following dates: 4th, 11th & 18th March. The course will start at 7pm and run through until 9pm each evening. If you would like to book a space, please contact Alan Neill on 07745 814302
NCU Club Update - 24th December 2020
Updates on: Fixtures 2021, Twenty20 Competitions, Coloured Clothing, Cup Final Venues 2021 and a few other things. Read more...
Downpatrick CC to play in Section 2 in 2021
Downpatrick recently contacted the Union to advise that they were faced with a number of senior players leaving the club. Read more...
Fund raiser for Andrew Patterson
A GoFundMe page had been set up to raise funds to help ex-Ireland, Northern Ireland and Cliftonville cricketer Andrew Patterson. The father of three was diagnosed with Spastic Paraplegia (a rare hereditary disorder which results in wheelchair confinement) 7 years ago and needs help to build a lift at his home. If you wish to contribute or find out more info then the link to the GoFundme page set up by his friend Darron Kokott is: Andrew Patterson GoFundMe link.
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final Report
Waringstown celebrated winning the Gallagher Women's Senior Challenge Cup for the first time in their history, edging out CSNI in a tense final. Read more...
Collections at the T20 Finals will be for the Emerge Charity
Emerge Counselling Services will be the nominated charity for the T20 Finals after an approach from Derriaghy CC to mark their Centenary year. Read more...
Match Report Form / DLS Report Form for use in the 2020 season
Match Report Form and the DLS Report Form for use in the 2020 season. Read more...
NCU Disciplinary Bye-Laws 2020
The NCU has released revised Disciplinary Bye-laws for 2020 which have been approved by the Board and have immediate effect. Read more...
NCU 2019 Grounds Report
The NCU Grounds Committee has compiled the club ground gradings in accordance with Competition Rule A35. Read more...
Details of the Semi-finals of the Robinson Services Bowl
The draw was made last night for the semi-finals of the Robinson Services Bowl by Zoom. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final Preview
The Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup final takes place this Sunday as Waringstown and Civil Service Northern Ireland face each other at The Lawn, Waringstown (10:30am). Read more...
Club Update - 21st August 2020
Following recent rises in the rate of infections for COVID-19 in NI, the NI Executive announced yesterday some amendments to its restrictions. The announcement has understandably raised some queries from our clubs. Read more...
Venues confirmed for NCU Women to host Jersey for 4 match series
Jersey have agreed to come to Northern Ireland at the end of August and in collaboration have put together a four-match schedule. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Semi Finals Preview
The prestige NCU women's knockout trophy reaches the semi-final stage on Sunday with four Premier league teams aiming to claim their place in the final, scheduled for Sunday 30th August. Read more...
NCU Girls U19 v North West - Next Friday at the Green, Comber
The NCU representative fixtures for girls cricket comes to an end next Friday at the Green with U19s taking on North West in T20 starting at 1.30pm. Read more...
NCU Boys U17 series with Leinster w/c 17th August
On the back of 2 victories in the past week or so against North West, the coaching team have named a squad of 12 for the first two fixtures versus Leinster next Monday at North County and next Tuesday at Belmont, both starting 1.30pm. Read more...
NCU Junior Girls to play their first competitive fixture
Another first for NCU female cricket, NCU Junior girls, aged 13 and under, are to play their first competitive fixture against North west at Comber on Tuesday next (18th August). Read more...
New initiative from NCU/NWCU in the development of Women's cricket
There is a new initiative from NCU/NWCU in the development of Women’s cricket. A first NCU U23 Women v NWCU will take place on Wednesday 12th August. Read more...
NCU Boys U17 squad versus North West - Thursday 13th August
The NCU have announced their U17 squad for the upcoming fixture against the NW taking place on Thursday 13th August. Read more...
Club Update - Return to Play Protocols Reminder / Minimum Age
The Return to Play Protocols make clear that a player may not play two matches on the same day at the same venue. A player can play two matches on the same day at different venues provided all necessary safety measures are in place eg sanitation and contact tracing. Read more...
NCU Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Semi-Final Draw
The draw for the Semi-finals of the Gallagher Women’s Challenge Cup has created the possibility of a repeat of last season’s final. Holders Civil Service North and runners-up Muckamore have avoided each other in the draw. Read more...
NCU Girls U15's Squad to play North West U15s and Leinster U13s Announced
The NCU have announced their U17 squad for the upcoming fixture against the NW taking place on Thursday 6th August. Read more...
NCU U17 squad announced for upcoming fixture v NW
The NCU have announced their U17 squad for upcoming fixture against the NW taking place on Thursday 6th August. Read more...
NCU Girls U19 squad announced for upcoming fixtures
The NCU have announced the Girls U19 squad for upcoming fixtures against Leinster taking place on Wednesday 5th and Thursday 6th August. Read more...
NCU Boys U15 squad announced for upcoming fixtures
The NCU have announced the Boys U15 squad for upcoming fixtures against Leinster and the North West starting on Monday 10th August. Read more...
CSNI bid to retain Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup
The 2020 NCU Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup campaign gets underway this weekend with an exciting schedule of first round of games on Sunday 2nd August. Read more...
Dates and venues for NCU Representative Youth Fixtures
The NCU have released the dates and venues for various age group Representative Youth Fixtures for girls and boys. Read more...
NCU Representative Youth Fixtures confirmed
The NCU are delighted to unveil a packed programme of matches across all our age grades over the next month. Read more...
Robinson Services Bowl - Rearranging a Postponed Match
As agreed at the recent club's meeting teams competing in the Robinson Services Bowl have one opportunity to rearrange a postponed match. Read more...
Revamped NCU Women's Cricket starts this weekend
The Northern Cricket Union has this week revealed a revamp of its Women’s Domestic Competitions for what remains of the 2020 season. Read more...
Sports Hardship Fund re-opens
The Sports Hardship Fund will re-open via the Sport NI website on 21st July. Read more...
Use of DLS in NCU cricket
The NCU is aware that some teams will not have access to their clubhouses at all for the forthcoming cricket season and that this creates an issue around the use of DLS. Read more...
COVID-19 Club Update - 16th July 2020
Further to our meeting with Clubs to discuss the Safe Return to Playing Protocols and our update last week following the announcement from the NI Executive, we would ask clubs to note the following update ahead of this weekend's fixtures. Read more...
20/20 Vision sees Cricket start in the NCU
The Northern Cricket Union has revealed a major revamp of what remains of its season with a series of competitions all played under 20 over rules. Read more...
COVID-19 Club Update - 9th July 2020
An update from the NCU on Covid-19 and the return to playing cricket. Read more...
Return to Cricket (30th June 2020)
We now hope that the cricket season will be able to commence on Saturday 18th July. This remains dependant on the NI Executive approving protocols for the playing of cricket and clubs demonstrating their awareness of the protocols and ability to implement them. As with the return to training protocols NCU staff will assist clubs through the process. Read more...
Cricket Ireland releases Safe Return to Training protocols for club cricket in Ireland
Cricket Ireland has released its COVID-19 Safe Return to Training Protocols for club cricket in Ireland and launched a series of online COVID-19 Safety Education courses to train nominated club representatives on implementing the protocols on the ground. Read more...
NCU Update to Clubs (5th June 2020)
Club Support Toolkit with protocols and checklists will be sent to all clubs on Monday plus other news. Read more...
Cricket Ireland receives in-principle approval to Return-to-Training for club cricket across Ireland
Cricket Ireland has received provisional approval for club cricket to move towards a restart of activity in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Read more...
Competition Rules and Bye-Laws 2020
In the hope that the 2020 season will commence at some stage here are the Competition Rules and Bye-Laws that will apply in the 2020 season. Read more...
NCU Update for Clubs - 24th May 2020
The NCU provides an update to clubs on latest developments on the possibility of a return to training for cricket. Read more...
NCU Update for Clubs - 15th May 2020
The NCU Board provides another update to clubs plus details about League restructuring. Read more...
Basil McNamee
The President, Chairman and Board of the Northern Cricket Union are saddened to learn of the passing of their distinguished Past President Basil McNamee and offer their deepest sympathy to the family circle.
Sport NI Launch the Sports Hardship Fund
As the country deals with coronavirus (COVID-19), Sport NI know sport and physical recreation organisations are facing a hugely difficult period of time. Read more...
Coronavirus and Grounds Maintenance in the Recreational Game
Following the outbreak of COVID-19 (the Coronavirus), all government advice should be followed. Read more...
Extension to Suspension of Cricket
In consultation with Cricket Ireland and the other Provincial Unions, the NCU have decided to extend the suspension of all activities under our auspices until at least 28th May 2020. Read more...
Iain Warke
The President, Board and staff of the Northern Cricket Union are sorry to learn of the passing of Iain Warke. Read more...
NCU UPDATE ON COVID-19
A message from NCU Chairman Sam Beckett about the ongoing Covid-19 situation. Read more...
NCU Golf Day
Due to ongoing concerns and developments regarding COVID 19, the NCU has decided to postpone this event (NCU Golf Day), Read more...
Coronavirus Update
Following our statement yesterday in respect of Covid 19 (Coronavirus) we wish to update you. Read more...
Cricket Ireland Advice on Coronavirus-preparedness / Postponed NCU Workshops and Programmes
Advice from Cricket Ireland on Coronavirus-preparedness and the NCU has announced the postponment of Workshops and Programmes. Read more...
NCU Women's squad to tour Jersey
As part of the growing development of the Women's game within the NCU, the senior women's squad will embark on a three day tour to Jersey this summer. Read more...  Launch of the 2020 NCU Golf DayThe NCU, in conjunction with Virgin Media Business as main event sponsor, are delighted to launch the 2020 NCU Golf Day. Read more...
Grounds Workshops
Back in September 2019, Philip McCormick facilitated a workshop at Stormont for club grounds staff/workforce/volunteers and feedback was that the clubs would like more of these. Read more...
Cricket Ireland become ECL partner in boost for club cricket
The European Cricket League (ECL) and Cricket Ireland have announced that they have agreed a partnership that will see the winners of the Sunday Independent All-Ireland T20 Cup receive entry into the ECL - the Champions League of European cricket. This year it will be CIYMS from the NCU. Read more...  Andy McCrea to take up new NCU Coaches Mentor RoleAndy McCrea has agreed to take up a role as 'Coach Mentor' to support the growing number of regional and club coaches involved within the NCU. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup 2020 Draw Photos
The draw took place recently for the Preliminary and 1st Rounds of the Mens Gallagher Challenge Cup and the 1st Round of the Womens Gallagher Challenge Cup. Here are some photos from the draw. Read more...
NCU Cup Final Venues 2020
The Domestic Cricket Directorate have selected the venues for Cup Finals in 2020. Read more...
2019 Results
Click on the following links to see 2019's results for leagues, cups, youth and schools matches or use the 'Archive' menu at the top right hand side of the menu banner. Leagues 2019 Cups 2019 Youth 2019 Schools 2019 Women 2019 Ulster 2019 Irish 2019
NCU Junior League Fixture Meetings 2020
The Junior League fixture meetings will be held in the Shaw's Bridge Clubhouse at 6.45pm as follows: Wednesday 29th January - Junior Leagues 1 – 4 Thursday 30th January - Junior Leagues 5 – 9 Read more...
Cricket Development Officers (UU)
The Northern Cricket Union has partnered with Ulster University as part of the University's Sports Match Programme to match fund two part time cricket development posts on a 50:50 financial basis. Read more...
NCU Coaches engage in knowledge development visit to Surrey County Cricket Club
The NCU has recently secured investment from Department for Communities as part of a Sport Development Legacy programme. Read more...
NCU Winter Training Programme: Girls U17 and Women
Wednesday 8th January 2020 sees the start of the next phase of NCU Winter Training Programme for the Girls U17 Performance and Women’s Winter training groups. Read more...
NCU Junior Knights Winter Training Programme: Boys U15 and U17 age groups
Wednesday 8th January 2020 sees the start of the next phase of NCU Junior Knights Winter Training Programme for the Boys U15 and U17 Performance Winter training groups. Read more...
NCU Junior Knights Winter Training Programme: Boys U11 and U13 age groups
Monday 6th January 2020 sees the start of the next phase of NCU Junior Knights Winter Training Programme. Read more...
Belfast Super Kings and Drumaness Amalgamation awaits NCU Board approval
Belfast Super Kings and Drumaness have agreed to amalgamate and play as Drumaness Super Kings (DSK) from the 2020 season subject to acceptance by the NCU Board. UPDATE (15/01/2020): Latest news is that this amalgamation has been approved by the NCU Board. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup and Women's Challenge Cup Draw Dates Announced
The draw for both Gallagher Challenge Cups will be made on Tuesday 14th January 2020 at 6.00pm sharp in Malone Golf Club. Read more...  Alfie Linehan Included in a Prestigious Roll of HonourFormer Downpatrick and Ireland cricket captain Alfie Linehan has been included in a prestigious roll of honour of international sports personalities who died during 2019. Read more...
Scorers Training Course
NIACUS has been asked by NCU to deliver a Scorers Course aimed at women. Read more...
Young Cricketers Preparation for 2020 Underway
As the 2019 cricket season becomes a distant memory, preparation for the 2020 season has now commenced at Youth Age Groups level. Read more...
Forthcoming NIACUS Training Course Information
News about two forthcoming NICAUS Umpire Training Courses. Read more...  Robinson Services Senior League Awards - August and September 2019The latest Robinson Services Awards for August and September 2019 took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more...
Cricket Award for Soccer Cup Winner
Former Irish Cup winning goalkeeper Chris Keenan has been picking up more awards - but in a very different sport. Read more...
White excited by the talented and dynamic squad selected for T20I Tri-Series
Andrew White, Chair of National Men's Selectors, believes that the T20 International squad announced today for the upcoming GS Holding T20I Tri-Series in Dublin is one of most talented and dynamic Irish sides he has seen in recent times. Read more...
Paul Stirling commits future to Ireland, announces departure from Middlesex at end of season
Ireland international Paul Stirling has today announced he has signed a new contract with Cricket Ireland and will leave Middlesex at the end of the English county season. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - August/September
The third and final round of Robinson Services NCU Senior League Awards will be presented at MALONE GOLF CLUB on THURSDAY 19th SEPTEMBER 2019. Coffee will be served from 6pm and the presentations will be made at 6.30 pm. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - June and July 2019
The latest Robinson Services Awards for June and July 2019 took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more...
Ford calls up 7 NCU players into training camp ahead of T20I Tri-Series
Ireland Men's Head Coach Graham Ford has called up 7 NCU players: Mark Adair, James Cameron-Dow, Shane Getkate, Jacob Mulder, Greg Thompson, Gary Wilson and Craig Young; and Northern Knights player Harry Tector, to participate in a five-day training camp starting this week. Read more...
All Ground staff and volunteers (Season End Grounds work)
Philip McCormick, Head Groundsman at Stormont, in conjunction with the Northern Ireland Civil Service Sports Association and the NCU will be facilitating an 'end of cricket season practical workshop' at Stormont on Thursday 12th September 2019. Read more...
Certificate in Coaching Young People and Adults or Certificate in Coaching Children
If you wish to apply to register on the 2019/2020 ECB Level 2 Coach course to be held at Campbell College, Belfast, please read the following information and complete the application form as needed. Read more...  MTB Northern Knights Squad announcements for North West Warriors matchesThe Northern Cricket Union (NCU) have announced tow MTB Northern Knights squads for the upcoming IP50 and IPC matches against the North West Warriors. Read more...
NCU Women's Squad in Cornish Challenge
The Northern Cricket Union Women's squad has travelled to England for their first ever tour, taking on their counterparts from Cornwall, in the Newquay area from (today) Wednesday 21st to Saturday 24th August. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final 2019 - Match Report
Ollie Thorpe with his match report from this years Gallagher Challenge Cup Final. Read more...  NCU Girls U17 match reports from North West gamesAfter a trip to Foyle College to play the North West, the NCU u17 girls (Sponsored by PwC) hosted the North West u17 girls in a two day camp at Campbell College, Belfast. Read more...
Match reports from NCU U11 series with Leinster
The NCU Under 11 squad (sponsored by PWC) have now played their fixtures against their Leinster counterparts. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Squad announcement for IP50 v Leinster Lightning
The NCU have announced the MTB Northern Knights squad for tomorrow's (20th August) IP50 match vs Leinster Lightning at Stormont. Update: 19/08 22.50 - Graeme McCarter is now not available - James McCollum and David Delany are having fitness tests in the morning. Josh Manley has been brought in as cover. Read more...
CIYMS to face North West opposition in Sunday Independent All-Ireland T20 Cup semi-finals
The draw for the semi-finals of the Sunday Independent All-Ireland T20 Cup has been completed, with opponents and venues determined for the matches on Sunday 25th August 2019. Update: CIYMS will play Donemana Read more...
Local Cricketers Organise Cancer Charity Match
Local cricketers Trevor Britton (CIYMS) and Ryan Haire (North Down CC) are hosting a 10 over Charity Cricket match at North Down Cricket Club (Castle Lane Comber) on Friday the 16th August and would like everyone to get involved. Read more...  NCU Under 16 Cricket Festival 2019 (sponsored by Agile Communications)This coming week sees the Northern Cricket Union host the Agile Communications Under-16 Festival. Teams from Cornwall, Yorkshire and Munster are making the trip to Belfast to compete in the three-day competition. Read more...  Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup final - Match Report - CSNI v MuckamoreA Player of the Match performance from Abbi Leckey inspired CSNI to a two-run victory in a thrilling Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup final at Stormont. Ollie Thorpe reports. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Squad announcement for IP20 Festival
The NCU have announced the MTB Northern Knights squad for the upcoming Test Triangle IP20 Festival Read more...  Junior Cup Final 2019 Match ReportOllie Thorpe reports on a North Down II defeat of Muckamore II by 9 wickets to win the 2019 GMcG Junior Cup at Wallace Park, Lisburn CC. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Final date change
Cricket Ireland has today confirmed a change of date for the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Final between Waringstown and Pembroke – the new date will be Saturday 24th August 2019. Read more... NCU Performance Girls U17 squad match reports from North West gamesThe NCU girl's performance u17 squad (sponsored by PWC) made the trip to Foyle College to play their North West counterparts in a number of matches over 6th/7th August. NCU Coaches Staci Maxwell, Becky Hall and Sandi Harrison managed the mini tour. Read more...
Junior Cup Final 2019 Preview - Muckamore II v North Down II
Saturday will see the 2019 GMcG Junior Cup final take place as Muckamore II take on North Down II at Lisburn Cricket Club (11am). North Down will be looking to clinch their 10th title since the competition began back in 1891. Meanwhile, Muckamore will be looking to win their eighth title and their seventh outright. Ollie Thorpe reports. Read more... NCU Under 16 Cricket Festival 2019 (sponsored by Agile Communications)The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) are delighted to announce that they will again host a four team Under 16 festival, based at Campbell College from 11th to 14th August 2019. Read more...  Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup 2019 Preview - CSNI v MuckamoreThis Sunday will see the fourth Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup final take place as Muckamore and Civil Service Northern Ireland face each other at Stormont (2pm). Ollie Thorpe reports. Read more...
NCU Under 11 Quoile Cup Final 2019
CSNI and Instonians will contest the 2019 final of the NCU Under 11 Quoile Cup Final Read more...
NCU Girls Performance U17 Squad Announced
The NCU girls Performance u17 squad, sponsored by PwC, are travelling to Foyle College to play the North West u17 girls squad on the 6th-7th August. Read more...
NCU U13 v Leinster U13 final match report
The 4th and final match of the U-13 series took place on Friday 2nd August on the lower pitch at Stormont. Read more...
NCU U13 v Leinster U13 match 3 report
The NCU U-13's [sponsored by PwC] continued their 4 match series against Leinster U-13's with the 3rd match at Ring Commons CC today, Thursday 1st August. Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup 2019
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup 2019 Preview Photo - CSNI v Muckamore. Read more...
Junior Cup Final 2019
Junior Cup Final 2019 Preview Photo - Muckamore II v North Down II. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights vs Leinster Lightning
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) have announced the MTB Northern Knights squad, for the upcoming Test Triangle IPC match against Leinster Lightning. Update: Ruhan Pretorius has been added to the squad. Read more...
Ulster Schools Squad announced for tour to the Glasgow area
The squad of players has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools on the annual tour to the Glasgow area from 5th to 8th August. Read more...
Jason Maxwell running 100km around NCU grounds for Action Mental Health
As of posting this article Jason Maxwell is well in to his journey to run 3km at each NCU ground for Action Mental Health. Johnny Morton has kindly given permission to reproduce this article he wrote a week or so ago for the Newsletter. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final 2019 Preview
Ollie Thorpe previews this years Gallagher Challenge Cup Final between CIYMS and Instonians Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final 2019 - Match day Info
Matchday info for anyone going to Final. Read more...  Gallagher Challenge Cup Final Preview PictureGallagher Challenge Cup Final Preview Picture. Read more...
Emerging Knights - Change of format for MCC fixtures
Traditional fixture changed to 2 x 50 over matches from a two-day game. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Team Selection - IPC vs Leinster Lightning
The NCU have announced the MTB Northern Knights squad for the upcoming Test Triangle IPC match to be held in Pembroke CC. Read more...
NCU Women's Squad for North West Fixtures
Following on from a two-match series at Laurelvale Cricket Club in late June, the Northern Cricket Union Women (Sponsored by PWC) have their return fixtures against North West Women. Read more...  Day 4 of the West Cricket Festival (Taunton) - NCU v CheshireFor the fourth day in succession the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Under 14's (sponsored by PwC) were batting first having won the toss against Cheshire. Read more...
Day 3 of the West Cricket Festival (Taunton) - NCU v Cornwall Cricket Board
Team photo of the NCU Under 14 at the Taunton Festival 2019 Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Women's T20 Matches against North West
The NCU Women recently played against the North West at Laurelvale Cricket Club, in two T20 matches. Read more...
Women's League and Cup review (25th July 2019)
Staci Maxwell reviews the latest Women's League matches. Read more...
NCU Under 14 Taunton Festival Team Photo
Team photo of the NCU Under 14 at the Taunton Festival 2019 Read more...
Day 1 of the Under 14 Taunton Festival
The Northern Cricket Union U14 (sponsored by PwC) got their festival off to a lively start with a narrow 2 wicket defeat to Northants at Wyvern. Read more...
NCU Girls Performance Squad Announced for Representative Games
After what has been a long, but worthwhile winter for the NCU girls programme, the performance squad (sponsored by PWC) will be kicking of their representative games this Sunday, 14th July at Bready. Read more... MTB Emerging Knights programme continues next weekThe MTB Emerging Knights programme continues next week with three fixtures. Read more...
North Down's Craig Young on Test call-up and his long road back to form
Asleep at home on the sofa after a hard training session, North West Warriors and North Down fast bowler Craig Young was aroused by a phone call that would change his day dramatically. Read more...
Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup Semi Final Draw
Last year's runners-up Civil Service North will be away to CIYMS in the semi-finals of this season's NCU Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steel Twenty20 Cup, Trophy and Shield Finals
Changes to the dates for the finals of the T20 Cup and Trophy Finals. T20 Shield Final taking place at Laurelvale CC on 9th July. Read more...
Northern Knights players in Ireland squad for historic England Test Match at Lord's
Cricket Ireland's 14 man squad for the Test Match at Lord's in 2 weeks time on the 24th July includes 4 Northern Knights players. Read more...
Naomi Matthews in Ireland squad to take on England Women's Academy
Waringstown's Naomi Matthews has been named in the Cricket Ireland Women's squad for fixtures against the England Women's Academy side. Read more...
The NCU are seeking to appoint a Club & Workforce Development Officer
The Northern Cricket Union wishes to recruit a full time Club and Workforce Development Officer to deliver key areas of the Union's Strategic Plan and Cricket Ireland's Strategic Plan in relation to Club and Workforce (Coaches, Officials and Volunteers) Development. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter Final Man of the Match Photos
The Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup took place last weekend - results and photos of the Man of the Match award winners. Read more...
Instonians duo Hunter and Metcalfe named in Ireland Under 19 squad
Cricket Ireland has announced their Under-19s squad that will travel to Worcestershire next week, prior to competing in the ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup Qualifier in Netherlands in late July. Read more...
Women's Challenge Cup Semi-Finals Preview
The Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup reaches the business end this Sunday with two intriguing semi-finals in store, the first being a repeat of last year's final, with CSNI travelling to Pollock Park to face the reigning champions Lurgan. Read more...
NCU Announces the U17 Interprovincial squad for 2019
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced an Under 17 Squad, sponsored by PwC, to play against a South African Touring Academy, and in the Cricket Ireland Under 17 Inter-Provincial Championship (30th June, and 7th to 11th July). Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Squad Announcement
MTB Northern Knights Announce Squad for the upcoming Test Triangle IP50 Match at Pembroke. Read more...
Naomi Matthews in Ireland Women's T20 squad for Zimbabwe challenge
Waringstown's Naomi Matthews has been included in the Cricket Ireland Women's T20 squad for the upcoming series against Zimbabwe. Read more...
Cooke Collegians 20th Anniversary Mela and President's Game
NCU President Richard Johnson has selected a President's XI to play Cooke Collegians on Sunday 30th June. Alongside the cricket is a Community Mela which will feature music, dance, food and children's entertainment. Read more...
Getkate and Thompson in Ireland Squad for Zimababwe series
Shane Getkate and Greg Thompson are among nine Northern Knights players named in the three Cricket Ireland squads. Read more... Death of Alfie LinehanRobin Walsh pays a personal tribute to Alfie Linehan who sadly passed away today. The funeral service will be held at St Patrick's Church, Downpatrick, at Noon on Thursday, June 27th. Read more...
White impressed by emerging talent at T20 Festival
Cricket Ireland's Chair of National Men's Selectors, Andrew White, has been impressed with what he has seen at the Test Triangle Inter-Provincial T20 Festival over the weekend. Read more...
Women's League and Cup review (21st June 2019)
Staci Maxwell is back again and reviews the latest Women's League and Cup matches. Read more...
Ulster Schools' team for Dublin Interprovincial announced
The team has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools in the annual Interprovincial match against the Southern Schools at Rathmines, Dublin Update (24/06) - Due to injuries Josh Cowan and Daniel Humphreys replace Gregory McFaul and Max Burton respectively. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Announce Pembroke T20 Festival Squad
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) have announced the following MTB Northern Knights squad, for upcoming Test Triangle IP20 Festival to be held in Pembroke CC (22nd – 24th June). Read more...
NCU Women's Squad for North West Fixtures
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has selected their first Women's squad for the summer programme, which includes four matches against North West Women and a three match tour to Cornwall, England, in August. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter-Final Rearrangement Details
Following the postponement of the four Gallagher Challenge Cup ties on Saturday the Domestic Cricket Directorate has considered dates for the playing of the ties. Read more...  NCU Summer Camps 2019The NCU are delivering 5 days of summer camps in August. Camps for Under 11, 13 & 15's. Read more...
NCU name their Under 15 squad for the Inter-Provincial Series
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced their Under 15 squad, sponsored by PwC, for the Inter-Provincial Series (50 over and 20 over), and a 30 over game fixture against a touring South African Academy. Read more...
NCU name their Under 14 squad for Cricket Festival at Taunton
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced a squad, sponsored by PwC, for the Under 14 Cricket Festival at Kings College, Taunton. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - April and May 2019
The latest Robinson Services Awards for April and May 2019 took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more...
NCU name their Under 13 Regional Development Squad
The Northern Cricket Union have named their Under 13 Regional Development Squad (sponsored by PwC), for eight fixtures throughout July and August. The unprecedented number of games will be against the North West and Leinster Cricket Unions, and a tour to Ayr, Scotland. Read more...
Women's Domestic Review (13th June 2019)
Staci Maxwell reviews the latest Women's Premier and League 1 matches. Read more...
Getkate stars again for Ireland A
Three wickets, a neat outfield catch and an unbeaten 47 by Northern Knights cricketer Shane Getkate helped propel the Ireland Wolves to victory over Scotland A by four wickets at Oak Hill Cricket Club. Read more...
Ulster Schools' team to play MCC on Tuesday 18th June has been selected
Following Friday's Schools' Trial, the Ulster Schools' team to play MCC on Tuesday 18th June has been selected. Marcus Poskitt (Coleraine Grammar School) will Captain the team. Read more...
Shane Getkate century leads Ireland Wolves to victory against Scotland A
A maiden List A century from Northern Knights player Shane Getkate led Ireland Wolves to victory over Scotland A in the second 50-over game between the two sides. Read more...
NCU Under 11 Regional Development Squad
The NCU is delighted to announce the players that we have selected to represent the NCU in the 2019 summer programme. Read more...
Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup Second Round Draw
The second round draw and some photos from the draw event. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Challenge Match (Trial)
The players have been selected for the 2019 Ulster Schools' Challenge Match (Trial), which will be held at the Castle Grounds (Belfast Royal Academy), 690 Antrim Road, Belfast BT15 5GP on FRIDAY 7th JUNE. Read more...
Women's League and Cup review (3rd June 2019)
Staci Maxwell reviews the latest Women's League and Cup matches. Read more...
NCU Girls Emerging Squad Selection
Following an intensive winter training programme that commenced in November last year the girls NCU emerging squad will be playing in their first competitive game of the season against a team from the North West. Read more...
Metcalfe named in Ireland Wolves T20 Squad
Cricket Ireland has announced squads for the 50-over and T20 matches against Scotland 'A' to be played at Oak Hill Cricket Ground in early June 2019. Northern Knight's Shane Getkate, James McCollum and Mark Adair feature in the two squads, which are captained by Harry Tector. Read more...
Emerging Knights selection for matches on 4th/5th/6th June versus North West and Leinster Lightning Bolts
Squads have been selected for the upcoming Emerging Knights games versus North West and Leinster Lightning Bolts Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Second Round Draw Details
The draw for the second round of the Gallagher Challenge Cup will be held on Tuesday 4th June 2019 at 6.30pm in the Shaw's Bridge Clubhouse. Read more...
MTB Northern Knights Selection v North West Warriors
Teams selected to represent MTB Northern Knights v North West Warriors next week. Read more...  Paul Stirling reaches 200 cap markThe Northern Cricket Union makes a presentation to players from the Union to mark two hundred appearances for Ireland. Paul Stirling is the latest player to reach the milestone and following the recent ODI against Afghanistan NCU President Richard Johnson made a presentation to Paul. Read more...
Some reminders from the NCU to its clubs
Clubs who have not collected their rule books and team cards can still do so by making arrangements to collect from me. A small supply is also available from the Cricket Office at Stormont. Read more...
Public Health Agency and Cancer Focus Northern Ireland are promoting the Be UV Aware initiative
Skin cancer is the most common cancer in Northern Ireland and accounts for over 31% of all cancers diagnosed. 4,095 people develop skin cancer each year and around 377 of these are malignant melanoma, the most serious form. Read more...
MTB Emerging Knights Fixtures Confirmed
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has confirmed an extensive series of fixtures for the MTB Emerging Knights, throughout June and July. Read more...
Gardiner Brothers Women's Domestic Update
Staci Maxwell reviews weeks 1 & 2 of the Women's Domestic Leagues. Read more...  James McCollum talks about joining the international set-upWaringstown, Northern Knights and now Ireland – that has been the cricket trajectory of James McCollum, the 23-year old top-order batter who has had an intensely busy six months on and off the cricket field. Read more...
Simmonite looking forward to Toyota Super 3s season opener
The Toyota Super 3s Series – Ireland's premier women's domestic competition – will begin tomorrow (Sunday 19th May), as the sides shape up for a T20 tripleheader at North Kildare Cricket Club. Read more...
NCU Contingent in 2019 Women's Toyota Super 3s
The first round of the 2019 Toyota Super 3's competition (Ireland's peak domestic women's cricket competition), will be held this weekend (May 19th), ahead of the international T20 series between Ireland Women and West Indies Women. Included in the three squads are Northern Cricket Union players Staci Maxwell, Jennifer Hanna, Cara Murray, Amy Hunter and Naomi Matthews. Read more...
Emerging Knights to play Leinster Lightning Bolts
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Emerging Knights squad (sponsored by MTB Solicitors) to play Leinster Lightning Bolts, at Trinity College Dublin, on Sunday the 19th May (11am Start). Read more...
Naomi Matthews in Ireland Women's Squad and Stormont to Host Zimbabwe
Cricket Ireland has announced a 13-player squad for the upcoming Ireland v West Indies Women's T20 International series in late May, that includes Waringstown's Naomi Matthews. Read more... MTB Solicitors partner with Northern Knights in new three year dealThe Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is delighted to announce a new three-year sponsorship deal. MTB Solicitors will sponsor the NCU's flagship provincial team - the Northern Knights - in all formats of the game as part of the new partnership.. Read more...
Rearrangement Details for Premier League and Senior League 1 matches postponed on 27th April 2019
All matches in the Premier League and Senior League 1 scheduled for 27th April 2019 were postponed due to the inclement weather. Read more...
Northern Knights begin Inter-Provincial Series in La Manga
The Northern Knights, sponsored by MTB Solicitors, will open their 2019 Test Triangle Inter-Provincial campaign in La Manga, Spain. Read more...
James Cameron-Dow and Shane Getkate Awarded Ireland Emerging Player Contracts
Northern Knights duo James Cameron-Dow and Shane Getkate are amongst five cricketers to receive Emerging Player Contracts for the 2019 domestic men's season. Read more...
Ireland Inter-Provincial Fixtures for 2019
A full fixture list of inter-pro fixtures for 2019 can be downloaded from this page. Read more...  Help shape the future of girls and women's cricket in the Northern Cricket UnionCricket Ireland has launched a project to develop an holistic strategy for girls and women's cricket across Ireland, and here is your chance to contribute. Read more...
NCU Unveils the Junior Knights Cup Programme for Summer 2019
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has introduced a new development programme for its player pathway for summer 2019, designed to support the development of youth cricketers in clubs and the NCU regional development squad (RDS) programme. Read more...
NIACUS Seeking Interest in a Scoring Course
NIACUS would like to run an Introduction to Scoring course, which would last approx. 2 hours. Read more...
Access NI Update for New and Renewal Applications
All new and renewal Access NI applications for NCU based volunteers/coaches and umpires should now be undertaken using the new NCU PIN 827273. Read more...
Squad Selected to Represent NCU in La Manga
The NCU has has announced the Northern Knights squad that will play in La Manga later in the month. Read more...  Club Life Development WeekendThe NCU are running another Club Life Development Weekend. This has been scheduled for 6th and 7th April and will take place at Ulster University, Jordanstown. Read more...
Billy Boyd
Billy Boyd whose death was announced today gave a lifetime of service to local cricket. A lifelong member of Lurgan Rugby Football and Cricket Club which he served as President and of which, at the time of his passing was Club Chairman. Read more...
Holywood Cricket Club – Assistant Director of Development
Following significant growth in 2018 Holywood Cricket Club would like to appoint someone to assist the Director of Development in a part-time capacity. Read more...
NCU League Secretaries Wanted
The NCU's Competitions Committee has had a number of retirements since last season and urgently needs a number of people to act as League Secretaries for the 2019 season. Read more...
Save The Date - NCU Club Life Development Weekend - 6th & 7th April 2019
The Northern Cricket Union, with support from Sport NI and Ulster University, are pleased to announce that they will be delivering a Club Life Development weekend on Saturday 6th and Sunday 7th of April, with a series of club and coach development workshops on offer. Read more...
NCU confirm dates for Coach Education Courses
Cricket Ireland recently announced two new coaching courses designed to encourage people interested in getting into cricket coaching or looking to improve their skills and knowledge. NOTE: The Coaching Kids 5-11 Years Course is now fully subscribed Read more...  Mark Hawthorne Selected for West Indies ExchangeUmpire Mark Hawthorne has departed Ireland today for a temporary move to the Caribbean as part of an Umpire Exchange Programme agreement between Cricket Ireland and Cricket West Indies. Read more...
Re-Advertisement - NCU Club & Partnership Development Officer
The Northern Cricket Union wishes to recruit a full time Club and Partnership Development Officer to deliver key areas of the Union's Strategic Plan and Cricket Ireland's Strategic Plan in relation to Club and Partnership (Coaches, Officials and Volunteers) Development. Read more...
City Auction Group NCU Corporate Golf Day
The NCU unveils its corporate golf day to be held at Royal Belfast Golf Club on Thursday 11th April 2019. Read more...
Expressions of Interest Sought to Host NCU Fixtures
As a result of further expansion of NCU programmes we are seeking expressions of interest from any clubs wishing to host fixtures across all representative age grades, both boys and girls, for the extended summer 2019 programme. Read more...  Wayne Hughes Appointed NCU School and Club Engagement OfficerThe Northern Cricket Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Wayne Hughes to the newly created role of School and Club Engagement Officer. Read more...
NCU commits to the expansion of the Northern Knights Head Coach role
In addition to the recruitment of two full-time Development roles within the Northern Cricket Union, the Union is now able to announce another major step forward in the ongoing expansion of its cricket development team. Read more...
Stormont to Host Zimbabwe in Women's T20 International
Ireland Women’s Cricket Team will face West Indies, Zimbabwe and Scotland in a busy year for the national side, ahead of a T20 World Cup Qualifier campaign in late summer – and fans will be able to enjoy three T20 International double-headers with the Ireland Men’s team in July. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy Representatives Travel to La Manga Training Camp
Seven players from the Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy Squad will travel to La Manga, Spain, from Friday 15th to Monday 18th February 2019. Read more...
North Down Cricket Club – Clubmark
North Down Cricket Club has been rewarded for their on-going hard work, particularly in regard to their club development, by having their Cricket Ireland Clubmark NI Accreditation Scheme renewed until 2022. Read more...
Stirling fires Ireland to T20 International win over Oman
Captain Paul Stirling led from the front as Ireland claimed a 15-run win over Oman in their first match of the T20I Quadrangular Tournament at the Al Amerat Cricket Ground in Oman. Read more...  Ulster Bank Schools Cricket Cup DrawMethodist College will begin their defence of the Ulster Bank Schools Cricket Cup with an away game against Belfast rivals Campbell College or Down High School. Read more...
Lisburn Cricket Club – Cricket Development Officer
Lisburn Cricket Club is seeking to appoint a Cricket Development Officer for 2019. Read more...
Irish Universities Indoor Intervarsity Competition
We are on the brink of the Irish Universities Indoor Intervarsity competition which takes place this weekend. The IUCA Indoors began in 2006 and this is the 13th year of the competition. National University of Ireland Galway beat hosts Ulster University in last year's event. Read more...
Ireland Wolves finish tour of Sri Lanka with gutsy loss in Colombo
The Ireland Wolves have scored more than 300 runs in a run chase for the second time in the current one-day series, but have fallen to defeat by 101 runs against a rampant Sri Lanka A at the R. Premadasa Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Stirling to captain Ireland T20 squad, several new faces named for upcoming Oman and Afghanistan series
28-year old Paul Stirling, who first debuted for the Ireland Men's senior side in 2008, will take charge of the T20 International side in the temporary absence of full-time captain Gary Wilson. Read more...
Three Northern Cricket Union players named in Women's Senior International and Academy squads
Cricket Ireland has announced the Senior Women International and Academy Squads for 2019......included are three Northern Cricket Union representatives: Naomi Matthews and Cara Murray, in the Senior Squad, and Amy Hunter, in the Academy Squad. Read more...
Fernando fireworks and final five overs sink Ireland Wolves in Colombo
As the Sri Lankan senior team were falling to a heavy defeat to Australia, Sri Lanka A's Avishka Fernando put forward his credentials for higher honours as he struck a second century in four innings, as his side completed a 202-run victory over Ireland Wolves at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Tector and Getkate in record stand, but Ireland Wolves beaten by rampant Sri Lanka A
Ireland Wolves captain Harry Tector scored his maiden century in a senior Irish side and shared a record fifth-wicket partnership with Shane Getkate, but it was not enough to defeat a rampant Sri Lankan side in the third 50-over match of a five-match series at the Sinhalese Sports Club Ground in Sri Lanka. Read more...
James Shannon returns home, as Simi Singh flies in as Ireland Wolves replacement
Cricket Ireland has confirmed that James Shannon will return home to Dublin after succumbing to a shoulder injury, with Simi Singh – currently training in India - joining the Ireland Wolves squad as a replacement for the final three 50-over matches of the Ireland Wolves tour of Sri Lanka. Read more...
Ireland Wolves show resolve, but Sri Lanka A dominate the second match of the series
Ireland Wolves provided bright patches, but ultimately succumbed to a dominant Sri Lanka A side by 175 runs today in the second 50-over match of a five-match series at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Lorcan Tucker century, but Ireland Wolves fall just short in first ODI against Sri Lanka A
More than 650 runs were scored, including three batters reaching centuries, as the Ireland Wolves fall 60-runs short against Sri Lanka A in the first 50-over match of a five-match series at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Ireland Wolves Draw with Sri Lanka A
The Ireland Wolves squad finished today's second four-day match against Sri Lanka A pleased with the team's improved performance, but Sri Lankan batters dominated the day and ensured the home side avoided defeat. Read more...
James Cameron-Dow in Five Wicket Haul for Ireland Wolves
Left-arm off-spinner James Cameron-Dow claimed his second five-wicket haul in successive matches on tour, as Ireland Wolves took 11 wickets and enforced the follow-on on Day Three of the Ireland Wolves v Sri Lanka four-day match at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Ruthless batting display puts Ireland Wolves firmly in control of Sri Lanka A
A record-breaking total by Ireland Wolves have put the visiting side in firm control after Day Two of the Ireland Wolves v Sri Lanka four-day match at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
McCollum Half Century against Sri Lanka A
Ireland Wolves opener James McCollum led the way with his second half-century of the tour, while Lorcan Tucker and Neil Rock ensured the visitors finished in command after the first day of the Ireland Wolves v Sri Lanka four-day match at the Mahinda Rajapaksa International Cricket Stadium in Sri Lanka. Read more...
Two Job Opportunities Within The NCU Announced
The Northern Cricket Union announces two job opportunities: Club & Partnership Development Officer School & Club Engagement Officer Click on the links above for more info.
NIACUS Training Courses
Stage one Saturday 26th January 2019. Stage two Sunday 27th January 2019. Please contact Alan Neill on 07745814032 or Phil Thompson on 07748354216 to register.
NCU Independent Director Appointments announced
The Northern Cricket Union announces the appointment of three Independent Directors to its Board, following a recent recruitment process. Read more...
Sri Lanka A complete win, but Tector looking to take the positives into next game
Sri Lanka A wrapped up a 10-wicket win over Ireland Wolves early this morning, however, Wolves captain Harry Tector believes that his side can take the learnings from this first match and look for an improved performance in the second game of the series starting on Sunday in Hambantota. Read more...
Career-best figures for Cameron-Dow, Sri Lanka A on cusp of victory
Left-arm spinners dominated proceedings today claiming 11 wickets between them on an eventful Day Two of the Ireland Wolves v Sri Lanka four-day match at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Read more...
McCollum leads the way with bat, Adair claims three wickets but Sri Lanka A take honours on Day One
Ireland Wolves opener James McCollum led the way with a battling 76, while Mark Adair claimed three quick top-order wickets on Day One of the Ireland Wolves v Sri Lanka four-day match at the Sinhalese Sports Club in Colombo. Read more...
McCollum and Tector Impress as Ireland Wolves draw warm-up match
The Ireland Wolves have drawn a two-day warm-up match against the Sri Lanka Board President's XI at the Katunayake Cricket Ground, with Head Coach Pete Johnston commending his squad during its first encounter with subcontinent conditions. Read more...
Northern Knights Tector Captains Ireland Wolves in Sri Lanka
Alongside captain Harry Tector there are six other Northern Knights players who will be involved with the Wolves in Sri Lanka: Mark Adair, James Cameron Dow, Shane Getkate, James McCollum, Neil Rock, and James Shannon. Read more...
Cricket Ireland Vacancy - Event Executive
Cricket Ireland is seeking an experienced Event Executive to provide support for the Event Manager and commercial team with all aspects of the delivery of Cricket Ireland's home international fixtures, National cup finals, Conferences and Awards events. Read more...
Stirling to play in Bangladesh Premier League
Ireland international Paul Stirling will play in the Bangladesh Premier League for franchise Khulna Titans, starting on 5th January 2019. Read more...  Northern Cricket Union Fundamental Movement WorkshopWhilst the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Junior Regional Development Programme is taking a well earned break for Christmas, regional and club coaches attended a three hour workshop on Fundamental Movement. Read more...
Wicket Keeping Masterclass from Gary Wilson
Ten aspiring wicketkeepers from the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) boys and girls regional programme (age 11 to 17) received an hour long workshop with Ireland International Gary Wilson. Read more...
Five Northern Knights players accept Cricket Ireland contracts
Cricket Ireland has confirmed the completion of 19 men's player contracts for the Ireland Men's senior international squad for 2019, including Northern Knights players: James McCollum, James Shannon, Paul Stirling, Harry Tector and Gary Wilson. Read more...
Cricket Ireland to offer professional contracts to women for the first time
The Board of Cricket Ireland has endorsed the provision of Irish cricket's first women's senior playing contracts, after a recommendation was accepted at its recent Board Meeting held at Ballymascanlon House Hotel on 12 December 2018. Read more...
NCU Gallagher Cup Draws for 2019
Holders Waringstown will be away to Holywood in the first round of next season's Northern Cricket Union's Gallagher Challenge Cup. The holders of the women's trophy Lurgan will also be on their travels against the winners of the preliminary round between Holywood and Laurelvale. Read more... Further draws have taken place for the following 2019 NCU Cups. Click on the links for more information.
NCU Junior Cup Draw (sponsored by GMcG) NCU Intermediate Cup Draw for 2019 NCU Minor (Lindsay) Cup Draw (sponsored by Cleaver Black) NCU Minor Qualifying Cup Draw
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup – First Round Draws
Cricket Ireland has today conducted the First Round draws for the 2019 Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and 2019 Clear Currency National Cup. Read more...  Tim Simmonite agrees to act as Lead Coach for the NCU Women's Senior SquadThe Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Representative Directorate is delighted to announce that Tim Simmonite has agreed to act as lead coach for their Women's Senior Squad for 2019. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy 2018 - 2019
Following a recent review of the Academy, the NCU Representative Directorate has agreed that the 2018-19 Academy intake will focus on players within the 17-23 age group who have the potential to gain future Senior Interprovincial and/or Senior International representation, and who currently are not involved in any Cricket Ireland Pathway Programmes. Read more...
Afghanistan and Zimbabwe to play at Stormont
Cricket Ireland has announced that West Indies will take part in a one-day international tri-series with Ireland and Bangladesh, as part of a major international men's schedule that will see 16 international fixtures being played around Ireland in 2019. Read more...
Tickets now on sale for Ireland v England ODI in May 2019
Cricket Ireland has announced that tickets have gone on sale for the one-off one day international (ODI) between Ireland and England at Malahide on 3 May 2019. Read more...  Winners of the NCU's Robinson Services LeaguesFormer England Test captain Graham Gooch takes centre stage with the winners of the NCU's Robinson Services Leagues. Read more...
Gardiner Brothers Women's League Awards 2018
Gardiner Brothers sponsored the Women's Leagues in 2018 and recently a player awards ceremony took place. Read more...
Ireland Cubs winter training squad announced - 8 NCU players in squad
Cricket Ireland has today announced a Cubs winter training squad of 17 players from around Ireland with eight Northern Cricket Union players included. Read more...
Five NCU players in the Cricket Ireland Under-19's Boys winter training squad
Cricket Ireland has announced the national Under-19's Boys winter training squad, with five Northern Cricket Union players included, and Northern Knights player, Neil Rock. Read more...
NCU Representation in Ireland Under-17s Boys Winter Training Squad
Cricket Ireland has announced the national Under-17s Boys winter training squad and it contains 7 Northern Cricket Union players. Read more...
Strong NCU Representation in Ireland Under 15 Boys Winter Training Squad
Cricket Ireland has announced the national Under-15s Boys winter training squad. Read more...
Hunter, Metcalfe and Rock named in Shapoorji Pallonji Cricket Ireland Men's Academy 2019
Cricket Ireland has named 15 players in the latest Cricket Ireland Shapoorji Pallonji Men's Academy for 2019. Read more...
Free Coaching Workshops available for Club Coaches
The NCU Development Team are offering Free Coaching Workshops available for club coaches. Read more...
NCU Development Team Running First Aid and Safeguarding (Child Protection) Courses
The NCU Development Team are delighted to announce that they will be delivering the following two courses as we begin the build up to the 2019 season. Read more...
Northern Knights Harry Tector to lead youthful Ireland Wolves squad to Sri Lanka
Cricket Ireland has named a youthful Ireland Wolves squad, with Northern Knights player Harry Tector as captain, that will travel to Sri Lanka as part of an eight-match tour. Read more...
NCU Feature Strongly in Cricket Ireland Awards
Tim Murtagh and Laura Delany were recently awarded the International Men's and Women's Player of the Year, respectively, at the 7th Annual Turkish Airlines Cricket Ireland Awards – with Waringstown Cricket Club capping off a trophy-laden year being named Tildenet Club of the Year. Read more...  Instonians Cricket Club in Youth Success StoryInstonians Cricket Club has always placed great importance on the development of their youth section. The process began in earnest back in 1988 when former New Zealand fast bowler Bob Blair became the clubs first player/coach... Read more...
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Neale Matthews with a statement from the NCU's Domestic Cricket Directorate on the recent Instonians starring issue. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Autumn/Winter Regional Development Sessions
This week 350 junior cricketers from more than 28 clubs and schools will receive invitations to attend regional coaching sessions, to be undertaken by over 20 Northern Cricket Union coaches. Read more...  Derriaghy CC - Winners of Youth Coaching KitThe NCU Section One Club Derriaghy were the winners of a competition run by Cartwrights Sports. Read more...
Encouraging 2018 Season for the NCU Under 17 Girl's
The Northern Cricket Union Under 17 Girl's, sponsored by pwc, have had an exciting and encouraging season. Read more...
NIACUS Retain The White Stick Trophy
NIACUS defeat LCU&SA by 18 runs to retain the fabled white stick trophy. Read more...
Club Grant And Funding Programmes - Club Facility Fund 2018
Cricket Ireland has announced the Club Facility Grant Fund will open again. This was a successful scheme introduced by Cricket Ireland in 2016 and many clubs across the NCU region benefitted greatly from this grant scheme. Read more...
Cricket Squares - Autumn Renovation Guidelines
September and October will be a busy month for Cricket Groundsmen with thoughts of getting organised to carry out renovation work on the square. Read more...
Annual General Meeting of the NCU
Details regarding the NCU Annual General Meeting, taking place at the Civic Centre, Lagan Valley Island, Lisburn, on Tuesday 9th October 2018, commencing at 7.30pm. Read more...
Paul Stirling to play in the Afghanistan Premier League
Irish international and Northern Knights cricketer Paul Stirling will play for the Kandahar Knights, a franchise team established for the inaugural year of the Afghanistan Premier League (APL) T20 competition, to be held in the United Arab Emirates. Read more...
Free webinar - Make Children Safer (Online and in Sport)
Cricket Ireland would like to highlight an upcoming Sport Ireland-sponsored webinar that is aimed at parents, carers, volunteers, clubs, coaches and child welfare officers. Read more...
Independent Members: Cricket Committee
Cricket Ireland is seeking two enthusiastic and committed volunteers to contribute to the development of the sport as independent members of the Cricket Committee. Read more...
Masterclass on "Sports Funding" specifically for clubs in the Northern Cricket Union
Cricket Ireland and the Provincial Unions are keen to build the capacity of clubs to apply for funding. To this end Cricket Ireland has commissioned '2 into 3' to deliver two important Masterclasses to clubs throughout Ireland. Read more...
NCU Annual Dinner 2018 Details
The Northern Cricket Unions Annual Dinner will be held on Saturday 6th October 2018 in the Clayton Hotel, Belfast at 7.00pm. Guest Speaker will be former Essex and England Cricketer Graham Gooch. Read more...
Ticket ballot confirmed for Lord's Test in 2019 and Afghanistan Series Tickets on Sale Now
Cricket Ireland has today received confirmation that a ticket ballot will be held for tickets to the recently announced Lord's Test match between Ireland and England in 2019. Read more...
Robinson Services Senior League Awards - June/July 2018
The latest Robinson Services Awards for June and July took place recently. The Robinson Services awards go to players in the senior leagues who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. Read more...
NCU Women's Squad to play in Tri-Series
The Northern Cricket Union has announced a Women's Squad to participate in a Twenty 20 tri-series, involving the NCU, North West Cricket Union, and a Leinster XI, on Friday 31st August, at Leinster Cricket Club, Dublin. Read more... NCU Weekend League Fixtures Roundup (24th - 26th August)CIYMS on the brink of the Robinson Services Premier League title, Lisburn still favourites for Section 1 and Templepatrick thwarted by the rain on Sunday. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Final
Waringstown will contest the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Final against Merrion on Saturday 1st September at Stormont starting at 11:30am. Read more...
Dundrum to Host the Northern Cricket Union Under 13 Division 2 Final (The Queensway Shield)
The final of the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Under 13 Division 2 (Queensway Shield), will be contested by Dundrum Under 13's and Templepatrick Under 13's, on Thursday 30th August, at the Meadow Dundrum (5pm). Read more...
Carrickfergus Cricket Club mark 150th anniversary with NCU President's Fixture
A Northern Cricket Union President's XI will play Carrickfergus Cricket Club at Middle Road today (Sunday 26th August at 1pm. Read more...
Three Northern Knights players in Ireland T20I and ODI squads for Afghanistan series
Cricket Ireland has announced its squads for the back-to-back T20I series and ODI series against Afghanistan starting tomorrow, which include Northern Knights players. Read more...
Ulster Plate Final Preview
The final of the Ulster Plate will be contested by Muckamore II's (NCU) and Donemana II's (NWCU), at The Holm (Donemana CC), on Sunday 19th August (1pm start). Read more...
NCU Girl's Under 17's to play North West Girl's Under 17's at Bready CC
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced a Girl's Under 17 squad to play their North West counterparts at Bready Cricket Club on Monday 20th August (start time is 11am). Read more...
Minor (Lindsay) Cup Final, sponsored by Cleaver Black / Minor Qualifying Cup Final Previews
The finals of the Minor (Lindsay) Cup Final and Minor Qualifying Cup take place on Saturday at Laurelvale CC and Sandy Bay, Larne respectively. Read more...
NCU seeking to appoint three non-executive Independent Directors
The NCU is seeking to appoint three non-executive Independent Directors for an initial 3 year period. Applications now closed Read more...
Instonians Under 13's win the Banoge Cup
A very young Instonians side ensured that the Banoge Cup remained at Shaw's Bridge with a comfortable win against CIYMS at Belmont on Thursday 9th August. Read more...
Instonians Under 11's win Quoile Cup
Despite damp and gloomy overhead conditions at Queensway (Derriaghy CC), the Instonians team recorded a comprehensive 9-wicket victory over a battling Lisburn side on Thursday 2nd August. Read more...  Shannon in Ireland Wolves squad against Bangladesh A in T20 seriesCricket Ireland has announced a 13 man Ireland Wolves squad, which includes Northern Knights captain James Shannon, to play three T20 matches against Bangladesh A from 13th-17th August 2018. Read more...
Banoge Cup Final 2018 Details
Instonians CC and CIYMS CC will contest the rearranged Banoge Cup Final (Under 13), on Thursday 9th August (6pm), at Belmont (home of CIYMS CC). Read more...
Lurgan win Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final
Lurgan won the Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final in a thrilling encounter at Stormont this afternoon, by two wickets. Read more...
Dundrum CC Youth Team Undertakes a 3 day tour to Dumfries
Jeff Maguire reports on a very successful underage youth tour to Dumfries in Scotland for Dundrum CC. Read more...
NCU Intermediate Cup Final 2018 Details
The final of the Intermediate Cup will be contested by Donacloney Mill Seconds and Cliftonville Academy Seconds, at Upritchard Park (Bangor CC), on Saturday 11th August (Noon Start). Read more...
Northern Knights Under 13's win Charlie Beverland Memorial Cup
Northern Knights Under 13's representing Belfast won this year's West of Scotland Triangular Tournament, with wins over Edinburgh and Glasgow at Prestwick CC seeing them bring home the Charlie Beverland Memorial Cup for the first time since 2013. Read more...
Under 16 Cricket Festival in Belfast - NCU squad announced
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced a squad to participate in the Under 16 Cricket Festival from August 13th-15th, in Belfast. Read more...
Date set for NCU Annual Dinner
The date of the NCU's Annual Dinner has been set for Saturday 6th October. Guest Speaker will be Graham Gooch. Read more...
Sponsorship Announcement - Gardiner Brothers
Belfast jewellers, Gardiner Brothers, are continuing their association with the Northern Cricket Union as new sponsors of the NCU Women's senior leagues. Read more...
Ireland Wolves to play Bangladesh A during August
Cricket Ireland has announced a 16 man squad that includes 4 Northern Knights to take on a visiting Bangladesh A side. Read more...
Afghanistan on their way to Northern Ireland
Afghanistan will arrive in Northern Ireland in August for a series which will feature three T20 Internationals at Bready and three One-Day Internationals at Stormont. Read more...
Waringstown set for Strabane, in Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup
Waringstown, the only Northern Cricket Union representative left in the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup, will travel to Strabane, for the semi-final on Sunday 12th August 2018. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels T20 Shield Match Report
Templepatrick Cricket Club First XI secured the 2018 Lagan Valley Steels T20 Shield with a six wicket win over Belfast International Sports Club. Read more...
NCU Under 17 Girls to play North West Under 17s
The Northern Cricket Union has selected an Under 17's squad, captained by Abbi Leckey, to play the North West Under 17's, on Tuesday 7th August, at Coleraine Cricket Club (11:30am). Read more...
Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final Preview
The final of the Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final will be contested by CSNI and holders Lurgan, at Stormont, on Sunday 5th August (2pm). Read more...
Cara Murray in Ireland Women's A side against Scotland Women's Under-19s
Cricket Ireland has announced a 13 player squad to play four T20 matches against Scotland Under 19s at Uddingston Cricket Club next week. Included in the squad is NCU player Cara Murray, who plays for Saintfield (Men) and Waringstown Women. Read more...
NCU Summer Camps - August 2018
The NCU Development Team are delighted to announce the release of two cricket camps during the first week of August. Read more...
GMCG Junior Cup Final 2018 Details
The final of the 2018 GMcG Junior Cup Final will be contested by Cliftonville Academy and Templepatrick, on Saturday 4th August (11am), at Moylena, home of Muckamore Cricket Club. Read more...
Banoge Cup Final 2018 Details
Instonians CC and CIYMS CC will contest the Banoge Cup Final (Under 13), on Friday 3rd August (6pm), at Belmont (home of CIYMS CC). Read more...
Quoile Cup Final 2018 Details
The final of this season's Quoile Cup for primary school children takes place this Thursday (2nd August) starting at 6pm at Derriaghy's Queensway ground. Read more...
NCU representatives in Academy side announced for fixture against Australian development side
Mark Adair, Jacob Mulder, and Morgan Topping announced in a strong 12 man squad for a four-day fixture against the Australian based Future Stars side. Read more...
Sydney Classics to take on Ulster Grasshoppers and NCU Veterans
A touring Australian cricket team, called the Sydney Classics, will play against the Ulster Grasshoppers, at Dundrum Cricket Club (Sunday 29th July, Noon Start), and the Northern Cricket Union Veterans, at Woodvale Cricket Club (Tuesday 31st July, Noon Start). Read more...
NCU Women to play North West Women at Bready CC
The Northern Cricket Union has announced a Women's squad to play the North West Women, in a 50 over fixture, on Saturday 28th July (Noon Start), at Bready Cricket Club. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels T20 Cup Final
North Down and Waringstown will contest the final of the Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup on Sunday 29th July. Read more...
Emerging Knights Fixtures in Dublin
The Northern Cricket Union has announced an Emerging Knights squad to play two 50 over fixtures on Sunday 22nd and Monday 23rd July (10:45am) against Leinster Lightning Bolts at North County and Phoenix Cricket Clubs respectively. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Quarter Finals – Take 2
After last Sunday's complete washout of all four of the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup Quarter Finals they are all rearranged for this Sunday, the reserve date for the games. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Final - Match Day Details
The Gallagher Challenge Cup Final will be contested by CSNI and Waringstown on Friday 27th July at the Green, Comber. Read more...
Day 3 of the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship, North West Warriors v Northern Knights
The North West Warriors defeated the Northern Knights by 140 runs today to win the Hanley Energy Inter Provincial Championship. Read more...
Day 2 of the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship, North West Warriors v Northern Knights
Northern Knights require another 314 runs with 8 wickets remaining in their second innings. Read more...
Day 1 of the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship, North West Warriors v Northern Knights
The Northern Knights are 96 for 2 at the close of the first days play in the Hanley Energy Championship fixture against North West Warriors with Mark Ellison not out 62. Read more...
Cricket Ireland has named the Under-17s Boys squad
Cricket Ireland has named the Under-17s Boys squad to play fixtures at Malvern College, Worcestershire and Scotland. The squad contains 3 NCU players. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels T20 Shield Final
The Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Shield takes place on Thursday 19th July (6pm), at the Cloughan, Ballyclare, between Templepatrick and Belfast International Sports Club (BISC). Read more...
Northern Knights in Thrilling Victory
The Northern Knights won their first game in this years Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 50 Series at Eglinton, beating the North West Warriors by two wickets. Read more...
Two Northern Knights Squads announced for upcoming matches
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced two squads, captained by Shane Getkate, for the upcoming Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial fixtures, at Eglinton, and Bready, against in the North West Warriors. Read more...
NCU Women to play North West Women at Burndennett Cricket Club
The Northern Cricket Union has announced its Women's squad to play the North West Women, on Sunday 15th July (12 Noon start), at Burndennett Cricket Club, in a 40 over contest. Read more...
One NCU representative in Ireland Under 15 squad
Cricket Ireland has named the Under 15 squad to play two fixtures against Jersey in late July. Read more...
Two NCU representatives in Ireland Under 19 Women's squad
Cricket Ireland has named the Under 19 Women's squad to play four fixtures at Malvern College, Worcestershire. Read more... CSNI to play Lurgan in Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup FinalThe Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final will be contested between CSNI and Lurgan. Read more...
CSNI through to Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final
CSNI Women, just like their male counterparts, are through to the Gallagher Challenge Cup Final with a 62 run victory over Waringstown Women. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Cricket Tour
The squad of players has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools on the annual tour to the Glasgow area from 16th to 19th July. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Under 14 Taunton Squad
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced a PwC sponsored Under 14 squad to take part in the prestigious West Cricket Festival, at Kings College Taunton, England, from Sunday 22nd July to Friday 27th July. Read more...
Northern Knights secure runners up in IP20
The Northern Knights secured runners up spot to Leinster Lightning, in the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Over Series (IP20) in Dublin this weekend. Read more...
Templepatrick and Muckamore under 11s
Cricket flourishing at both Templepatrick and Muckamore, with their respective Under 11 B's playing each other on Wednesday 4th July Read more...
Squad named for Wolves tour to Scotland
There are three Northern Knights players in the squad that Cricket Ireland has announced for the Ireland Wolves upcoming tour to Scotland. Read more...
Gallagher Senior and GMcG Junior Cup Semi Final News from the Weekend
It was another thrilling weekend of cricket in the Northern Cricket Union, with CSNI and Waringstown progressing to the Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup Final. Cliftonville Academy and Templepatrick will contest the GMcG Junior Cup Final. Read more...
Inter-Provincial and Women's Cricket take centre stage
There are no Robinson Services Premier League games this weekend but there are Section 1 and 2 games. On Friday and Monday the Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup semi-finals take place. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Under 17 Girl's in T20 Action
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced an Under 17 Girl's Squad to play the North West Under 17 Girl's, on Thursday 5th July, at Stormont, in two Twenty20 fixtures (Noon Start). Read more...
Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship: Northern Knights v North West Warriors - Day 3
The North West Warriors completed a comprehensive ten wicket victory over the Northern Knights, and moved to the top of the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship table. Read more...
Irish Schools against Ireland U17 at Campbell College, Belfast
The team has been selected to represent the Irish Schools against Ireland U17 at Campbell College, Belfast, on Tuesday 10 July – 11 am start, 50-over match. Read more...
Two NCU players make the Ireland Under 15 squad
Cricket Ireland has named the Under-15 Boys Squad to play four fixtures at Merchant Taylors' School Ground, Middlesex in July. Read more...
Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship: Northern Knights v North West Warriors - Day 2
The North West Warriors take a 177 run lead into the final day of the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship fixture. Read more...
Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship: Northern Knights v North West Warriors - Day 1
A superb century from James McCollum (116) helped the Northern Knights to an all out total of 247 on day one of the IP Championship fixture, against North West Warriors. Read more...
Northern Knights in Inter-Provincial Action
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced three squads, captained by James Shannon, for the upcoming Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial fixtures, at Stormont, Comber and Dublin, across all three formats of the game. Read more...
James Shannon top scores for Ireland in T20I v India
James Shannon was in magnificent form against India today in the first of two T20 Internationals at Malahide. Read more...
Draw for Quarter Finals of the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup
Cricket Ireland today undertook the draw for the Quarter Finals of both the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup. Read more...
Never too Old to Play! (Sydney Classics Cricket Team)
A cricket team from Sydney is about to hit the UK shores. This might not sound unusual but this time they are all in their 50's and 60's. Read more...  Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup News (22nd June)On Friday night the final round of Group A games took place to decide the semi-finalists. Only North Down assured of semi final spot in Group B. Read more...
Cooke Collegians CricketMela 1st July
Sunday could well see history made in the NXU as Cooke Collegians host a Cricket Mela which will include the first senior 100 ball game in the area if not the island. Read more... NCU Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup Semis' DrawThere could be a repeat of last season's final of the Northern Cricket Union's Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Interprovincial Team
The team has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools in the annual interprovincial against the Southern Schools to be played at Osborne Park, Belfast on Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th June. Read more...
Cricket Ireland recruiting for a Chief Financial Officer
Cricket Ireland is recruiting for the post of Chief Financial Officer. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter Final Roundup plus Man of the Match Photos
Roundup and Man of the Match photos from the Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter Finals. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier and Senior League Awards
Robinson Services Premier and Senior League Awards - Malone Golf Club - Monday, 25th June 2018; 6 for 6.30pm. The first of the season's awards cover the period from the start of the season up to and including Saturday, 9th June 2018. Read more...
NCU Under 17 Squad for Inter-Provincial Series Announced
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced a squad of thirteen players, sponsored by PwC, for the upcoming Under 17 Inter-Provincial Series to be held within the NCU, from the 2nd to 6th July 2018. Read more...
Templepatrick Cricket Club President to receive Royal honour for services to cricket
The long-serving president of Templepatrick Cricket Club has been named in the Queen's Birthday Honours List. Mallusk man Arthur Bowron is to receive the British Empire Medal (BEM) for services to cricket in Co Antrim. Read more...
Graham Cup reaches Semi-Final stage
The semi-finals of the Graham Cup are scheduled to take place on the 18th and 20th June. Read more...
Clear Currency Irish Senior and National Cup Second Round (NCU Fixtures)
There are seven NCU sides in the last sixteen of the Clear Currency Irish Cup. Holders Waringstown host Dublin side YMCA, and are aiming for their fourth final in a row, including victories in 2015 and 2017. Read more...
Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Final 2018 (Ferguson Grainger Cup)
The 2018 Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Final (Ferguson Grainger Cup) will be played at Moylena, home of Muckamore Cricket Club on Friday, 15th June at (4pm). This is the 25th final to be sponsored by the Ulster Bank. Read more...
Ulster Schools' to play MCC
Following the Schools' Trial held last Friday, the team has been selected to play against the MCC at Campbell College, Belfast on Tuesday 19th June. Read more...
Emerging Knights to play MCC
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Emerging Knights squad, captained by Matthew McCord, to play a two-day fixture against MCC. Read more...
Northern Knights defeat Munster Reds in Cork
The Northern Knights secured a first victory of the season as they defeated Munster Reds by 39 runs, in Cork. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steel T20 Cup Fixture Change
Busy schedule for Premier clubs on the weekend of 16th/17th June means a re-scheduling of the Lagan Valley Steels T20 matches due to be played on Friday 15th June. Read more...
RBAI to face rivals MCB in Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Final
Royal Belfast Academical Institution (RBAI) set up a 'Belfast derby' Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Final against rivals Methodist College, after beating Limavady Grammar School by 118 runs in the semi-final. Read more...
Northern Knights squad to take on Munster Reds announced
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2018 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Over Series (20) fixture against Munster Reds, at The Mardyke, Cork, on Friday June 8th. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Trial Teams
The players have been selected for the 2018 Ulster Schools' Trial, which will be held at THE CASTLE GROUNDS (BRA), 690 Antrim Road, Belfast, on FRIDAY 8th JUNE. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup - Round 4 of the Group Matches
CSNI has taken control of Group A, despite not finishing their game on Friday night, due to adverse weather in Armagh. Read more... Gallagher Challenge Cup Quarter Final DrawHolders CIYMS of the Premier League will play Downpatrick from the league below in the quarter finals of the Northern Cricket Union's Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup. Read more...
Northern Knights squad to take on Leinster Lightning announced
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2018 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 50 Over Series (IP50) fixture against Leinster Lightning, at The Hills Cricket Club, Milverton, Skerries, County Dublin, on Monday June 4th. Read more...  New Quoile Cup Sponsors Announced for 2018The Union are indebted to Gribben & Watt Financial Planning Ltd for coming on board as sponsors for the Quoile Cup this year. Read more...
Northern Knights Upcoming Fixtures
Notice of the upcoming Northern Knights fixtures in the three Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Series. Read more...
Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Semi Finals
The future stars of Ulster cricket are only one game away from the prestigious Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Final. Read more...
NCU Announce Under 15 and Under 17 Squads
The NCU has announced their PwC sponsored Under 15 and Under 17 Squads and details of the Summer Programme for 2018. Read more...
NCU Announce Under 11 and Under 13 Squads
The NCU has announced their PwC sponsored Under 11 and Under 13 Squads and details of the Summer Programme for 2018. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup / Women's Premier League
Fixtures taking place this weekend in the Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup and Women's Premier League. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup First Round Reports plus Man of the Match Photos
Match reports from the first round of the Gallagher Senior Challenge Cup which took place on Saturday 26th May. Read more...
Defeat for Northern Knights against North West Warriors
The Northern Knights lost by eight wickets to the North West Warriors in the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 50 Series, at Stormont. Read more...
NCU Development Continues Despite Weather
As the sun starts to shine on the 2018 NCU season, the recent inclement weather has impacted on the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) fixture scheduling and ground availability. Read more...
Draw for 2nd round of Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup, Clear Currency National Cup
Cricket Ireland today undertook the draw for the second round of both the Clear Currency Irish Senior Cup and Clear Currency National Cup. Read more...
Irish Cup and National Cup Match Round up
An outstanding weekend for NCU cricket in the Irish Cup First Round as 5 of the 6 teams playing progressed to the second round to join Waringstown and Instonians (who received first round byes) while it was a mixed bag for NCU teams in the National Cup. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup - Round 3 of group matches
The Lagan Valley Steels Twenty 20 Cup group stages reach the halfway stage on Sunday while one game was brought forward and took place on Thursday evening (24th May). Read more...
Northern Knights to play North West Warriors and Leinster Lightning
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squads for the 2018 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 50 Over Series (IP50) fixture against North West Warriors, at Stormont, Belfast (CSNI CC), on Monday May 28th, and the Inter-Provincial Championship fixture against Leinster Lightning at The Green, Comber (North Down CC) on Tuesday 29th May to Thursday 31st May. Read more...
Date of the Draw for the Gallagher Challenge Cup Second Round
The draw for the 2nd Round of the Gallagher Challenge Cup will take place on Wednesday 30th May 2018 at 6.00pm in Malone Golf Club. Read more...
Northern Knights to play Leinster Lightning in the Hanley Energy IP20
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2018 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against Leinster Lightning, at Shaw's Bridge (Instonians CC), Belfast, on Friday May 25th. Read more...
Northern Knights to play North West Warriors in Inter Provincial T20 Opener
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2018 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against North West Warriors, at Stormont, Belfast, on Friday May 18th. Read more...
Minis Super 8's Bash
Instonians Cricket Club hosted a Minis Super 8's Bash at the weekend which gave 6 clubs in the NCU the opportunity to put their practice into play. Read more...
Hannah's Century Paves Way for Derby Win
An undefeated century by Hannah Grieve (believed to be the first for a woman in NCU cricket) paved the way for an emphatic 97 run win for Lurgan Ladies in the opening game in their Premier League defence. Read more...  Uel Graham appointed as NCU Cricket Operations ManagerThe Northern Cricket Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Uel Graham to the newly created position of Cricket Operations and Administration Manager. Read more...
Emerging Accreditation Scheme - Three free courses available
Following an audit of all NCU Clubs and their Emerging Accreditation scheme progress, the NCU are going to run a further three courses FREE of charge to facilitate clubs in achieving minimum requirements by the end of May. Read more...
Statement from the NCU Management Board Regarding Future League Structures
Having received an overwhelming indication from the clubs that the 3-tier Senior League should if possible be in existence for this season only, the NCU asked the clubs to express their views on future arrangements. Read more...  Top Pair Climb Ladder of SuccessThe country's biggest cricket league is to be sponsored by one of the country's biggest employers. The Robinson Services company has announced it is lending its name to the Northern Cricket Union's Premier and Senior Leagues in a sponsorship deal over the next three years. Read more...
Hanley Energy Inter Provincial Twenty 20 - Knights lose again
The Northern Knights fell to a 38 run defeat to Leinster Lightning in Friday evenings Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Twenty 20 fixture. Read more...  Ollie Thorpe's County DebutMuckamore cricketer Ollie Thorpe made his debut for Lancashire County Cricket Club on Sunday May 6th. Read more...
Welcome to Coaching @ Wallace High School - 20th May
The NCU in conjunction with Cricket Ireland Coaches Association are delighted to announce they are running a Welcome to Coaching Course (old level 1) on the 20th May. Read more...
Robinson Services Premier League / Lagan Valley Steel T20 Cup Rearrangements
Following the recent poor weather the number of Robinson Services Premier League fixtures requiring to be rearranged will now clash with international and inter-provincial fixtures. Read more...
Expanding NCU Summer Youth Programme
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) continues to strengthen their youth development programme, seeking to provide a player pathway for young cricketers, from club cricket to the Northern Knights and hopefully to future international recognition. Read more...
Strong NCU Representation at the Test Match
Paul Stirling (Cliftonville Academy) and Gary Wilson (CSNI) are the Northern Cricket Union representatives playing in Ireland's inaugural Test Match, in Malahide, against Pakistan. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy Receive Nutrition Advice
Prior to leaving these shores the Academy received an evening's advice from Dr Andrea McNeilly, a Lecturer in Sport and Exercise Nutrition at the Ulster University, Jordanstown. Read more... Cup Boost for Northern Cricket UnionLocal cricket has secured a second major sponsorship in as many months. Insurance broker and risk management specialist Gallagher have announced a two-year extension as the title sponsor of the Northern Cricket Union Senior Challenge Cup which will take the partnership to the end of the 2020 season. The extension also includes the women's challenge cup. Read more...
NCU to Host Festival of Under 16 Cricket
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is to host a prestigious Under 16 Cricket Festival from August 13th-15th, in Belfast. Read more... .jpg) Derriaghy Cricket Club Clubmark NI Accreditation RenewedDerriaghy Cricket Club has been rewarded for their on-going hard work, particularly in regard to their youth development, by having their Cricket Ireland Clubmark NI Accreditation Scheme renewed until 2021. Read more...
CIYMS Cricket Club Clubmark NI Accreditation Renewed
CIYMS Cricket Club has been rewarded for their on-going hard work, particularly in regard to their youth development, by having their Cricket Ireland Clubmark NI Accreditation Scheme renewed until 2021 (first accredited in 2013). Read more...
Photo Gallery from Robinson Services Sponsor's Launch
The Robinson Services company has announced it is lending its name to the Northern Cricket Union's Premier and Senior Leagues in a sponsorship deal over the next three years. Here are some photos from the launch evening. Read more...  Ulster Bank Schools Cup First and Second Round DrawsUlster Bank has announced a two year extension to its sponsorship of the Ulster Schools Cricket Cup at the draw for the opening rounds of next summer's competition. Read more...
NCU Update
Details on Challenge Cup round dates/reserve dates, Cup Final venues for 2018 and updating club contact information. Read more...
2018 NCU Gallagher Challenge Cup Draw  Ian Johnston in conversation with NCU Chairman Alan Waite about the NCU Youth Squads trip to South Africa.
Last day of the NCU Development Tour in Cape Town
The last day of the NCU Development Tour in Cape Town was probably one on the most humbling and rewarding. The entire tour party travelled to the township of Khayelitsha to coach at the Chris Hani school and the Siphamandla school which have been working with the Gary Kirsten Cricket Foundation to promote cricket opportunities to young township people. Read more...
Tough going in the heat today for the NCU Junior Development Squad
It was hard going for the Junior squad today against a talented Boland XI who scored freely on a fast outfield with smallish boundaries. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Academy Suffer First Defeat by Boland Invitation XI
It may have been so different! If only the off-bail had decided to fall rather than balance on top of the stump from that first delivery of the match by Matthew Foster, who knows what might have happened. Read more...
Senior team wins again but Juniors suffer defeat against District North
A captain's innings from Alex Haggan and another spell of magic with the ball from Aaron Wright was enough to see the Andrew White NCU Academy side to victory on the hottest day of the tour to date. Read more...
Eight Wicket haul by Aaron Wright bowls out the Gary Kirsten Foundation
Both the NCU Under 15's and Andrew White NCU Academy matches today were scheduled to be played against XI's representing the Gary Kirsten Foundation, in the townships of Langa and Khayelitsha. Read more...
Back to cricket for the NCU Youth squads in Cape Town
Today, while the Senior squad trained under Table Mountain at Western Province Cricket Club, the Junior team travelled to the very hospitable and friendly St Augustine's Cricket Club. Read more...
NCU Cricketers' Attend the Gary Kirstens Cricket Academy
It was another excellent day of cricket in Cape Town for the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) touring squads, in what has been the warmest day so far. The venue was the superb setting of Claremont Cricket Club and the players got to work with world renowned coaches from the Gary Kirsten Academy. Read more...
Cricket Ireland advertising for a Accounting Technician post
The Accounting Technician role is key in assisting the finance department to deliver timely management information. Read more...
Cricket Ireland - More opportunities for more kids - €30K injection in junior and youth cricket
More opportunities for more kids to get involved - €30K injection in junior and youth cricket. Read more...
Resounding Victory for Andrew White NCU Academy over Wynberg High
The Andrew White NCU Academy gained revenge for their 2015 defeat by Wynberg Boys' High School with a comprehensive 174 run victory in Sunday's encounter at the Vineyard Oval, Newlands. Read more...
Convincing Victory for NCU Under 15's over Wynberg High
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) squad arrived at Cape Town CC to be greeted by a covered pitch which had been affected by the overnight rain, welcome for the local residents, but not for the touring party. Read more...
One Wicket Victory in Tour Opener for NCU Under 15's
The first game of the NCU Under 15's trip to South Africa started in relatively cool overcast conditions at WPCC on Saturday morning. Mathew Humphreys lost the toss and Newlands Boys High school decided to bat first. Read more...
Dunmurry Cricket Initiative Gets Boost with Alpha
Dunmurry Sports Association Cricket Club at Fullerton Park was recently successful within the Alpha Programme Small Grants Scheme, which offers up to £10k support for projects. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union South Africa Bound
Two Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Youth Squads will depart tomorrow (Wed 21st March) on a two week tour to the South African City of Cape Town, to combine competitive fixtures and a high performance camp, that will draw on local expertise, notably from the Gary Kirsten Academy. Read more...
NCU Cricket Cubs Programme
The Northern Cricket Union are delivering a three week 'Cricket Cubs' programme at Avoniel Leisure Centre on Monday the 12th, 19th & 26th of March. The 'Cricket Cubs' course is for children aged 5 to 9 and is FREE of charge. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union South Africa Bound
Two Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Youth Squads will depart tomorrow (Wed 21st March) on a two week tour to the South African City of Cape Town, to combine competitive fixtures and a high performance camp, that will draw on local expertise, notably from the Gary Kirsten Academy. Read more...
Cricket Operations & Administration Manager
The Northern Cricket Union wishes to recruit a full time Cricket Operations & Administration Manager to take forward the implementation of the Provincial Union’s Operations and the effective and efficient implementation of the Union’s day-to-day business. Nore: Date for applications has passed Read more...
Premier and Senior Leagues 2019 - Club Meeting
Club Meeting announced to discuss the format of the Senior Leagues for the 2019 season. UPDATE: Please note that the venue for this meeting will be Lisburn Civic Centre commencing at 6.30pm. Read more... .jpg) Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy to Tour South Africa - MG2 SponsorshipThe culmination of this winters Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy will see the players tour the South African City of Cape Town, from the 21st March until 5th April 2018, where they will combine competitive fixtures and a high performance camp. Read more...
Winter Youth Programme Update
Since last October the Northern Cricket Union have been busier than ever, with their programme for youth coaching (boys and girls), sponsored by PwC. Every Sunday at the Ulster University, Jordanstown Campus. Read more...
Upcoming Courses
The NCU Development Team are delighted to announce that they will be delivering three courses in advance of the 2018 season. Read more...
Stage One Umpire Training Course
The Northern Ireland Association of Cricket Umpires and Scorers (NIACUS) will be running a Stage One Umpire Training Course at CSNI Cricket Club, Stormont Pavilion on Saturday 3rd March & Sunday 4th March 2018. Read more...
NCU Area Welcome to Coaching Course
The NCU in conjunction with the Cricket Ireland Coaches Association are delighted to announce they are running a 'Welcome to Coaching Course' (old level 1) over two evenings in the NCU area this February. Read more...
NCU South Africa Tour Fundraiser
The Northern Cricket Union announces a fundraiser for the Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy Tour to South Africa. Read more...
Postponement of Premier and Senior Leagues Sponsor Launch Event – 17th January 2018
The Northern Cricket Union has postponed the Premier and Senior League Sponsor launch which was scheduled to take place on Wednesday 17th January. This decision has been taken as a mark of respect following the sad passing of David Holmes earlier this week. Read more...
Ireland Announces Players For Cubs Winter Training Programme
Cricket Ireland have named a squad of 23 players for the Cubs Winter Training Programme. Eleven players from the Leinster Cricket Union, alongside 6 each from the Northern Cricket Union and the North West Cricket Union, make up the selection under new coach Callum Atkinson. Read more...  Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy to Tour South AfricaThirteen players have been named by the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) in their Andrew White Cricket Academy Squad to tour South Africa from 21st March until 5th April 2018. Read more...
Regional Development Programme 2017-2018 Update
In September, as many local cricket clubs were putting their grounds to rest for the winter, the Northern Cricket Union were already embarking on their annual winter coaching programme (sponsored by PwC). The programme was revitalised in 2012, and since then, has gone from strength to strength each year. Read more...  NCU President's 2018 MessageA message from Clarence Hiles, the NCU's recently elected President for 2018. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Announces Details Of Youth Development Squad To Tour In South Africa
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Youth Development squad that will visit Cape Town in March when the fourteen man squad will play 6 matches against local opposition over a two week period. Read more...
NCU Emerging Accreditation Scheme Workshops
The NCU Development Team will be running two evening workshops as support to clubs as they look to progress through the Emerging Club Accreditation Scheme ahead of the Union's completion deadline of the 1st of April 2018. Read more...
David Holmes
NCU Chairman Alan Waite pays tribute to David Holmes who passed away suddenly on Sunday. Read more... .jpg) Andrew White Appointed National Chair Of Men's Selectors Andrew White has been appointed the Chair of National Men's Selectors as Irish cricket embarks on what is destined to be an historic 2018. White brings a wealth of experience, both past and present to the role, winning 232 caps in a glittering international career between 2000-2014, playing in both the 2007 and 2011 World Cups. Read more...
Cricket Features Highly In Shortlisted Nominations for the 2018 Belfast Telegraph Awards
After an historical year for Cricket in 2017 it is great to see cricket feature highly in the shortlisted nominations for the prestigious Belfast Telegraph Sports Awards. Read more...
NCU Women's Premier League fixtures meeting
The NCU Women's Premier League fixtures meeting for the 2018 season will be held at Shaws Bridge on Monday 29th January starting at 7pm. Read more...
IUCA Indoor Intervarsity
We are on the brink of the Irish Universities Indoor Intervarsity competition which takes place this weekend. The IUCA Indoors began in 2006 and this year is the 12th year of the competition. Last year saw the hosts Galway lift the trophy as they were convincing winners. Read more...
NCU Charity Collection
The Northern Cricket Union has presented the PIPS Charity with a cheque for £650.00 Read more...  NCU 'Club Forum' Evening - Review by Regional Development Officer Nigel JonesThe Northern Cricket Union (NCU) invited all of their affiliated cricket clubs to a 'Club Forum' evening on Tuesday 14th November, 2017. It proved to be a great success with over sixty people in attendance representing twenty-seven cricket clubs. Read more...
The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy - The Big Save
The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy continues to utilise the knowledge and skill sets of other sports with a recent session at the Ulster University (Jordanstown Campus) taken by elite goalkeeping coach and Crusaders FC player Michael Dougherty, and Brian Jensen, who spent a decade with Burnley FC and is now playing for Crusaders. (Scroll to the bottom of the article to see some videos from the sessions) Read more...
Sports Governance Guide for Northern Ireland Launched
An online Sports Governance Guide for Northern Ireland, developed by a multi-agency working group, has been launched at an All Party Group on Sport and Recreation at Parliament Buildings on Thursday 9th November. Read more...  Race is on for Sports Awards 2017Sports fans, clubs, sporting bodies and schools throughout Northern Ireland have been urged to nominate their top sporting stars for 2017 with the launch of the Belfast Telegraph Sports Awards. Read more...
Turkish Airlines Cricket Ireland Award Winners Announced
Paul Stirling and Gaby Lewis were rewarded for excellent seasons in the green jersey after scooping the top prizes at the Turkish Airlines Cricket Ireland Awards 2017. Ryan Eagleson, Nigel Jones, Jacob Mulder, James Shannon and Waringstown CC also among the winners. Read more...
NCU Regional Development Programme (2017-2018)
The 2017 cricket season only finished a few weeks ago, however the Northern Cricket Union is ready to commence preparations for next year. Read more...
NCU 2017 Awards Dinner Presentation Photos
Photos of the 4 Senior League captains receiving their respective trophies. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Grounds Report 2017
The NCU Grounds Committee has compiled the club ground gradings in accordance with Competition Rule A35. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup - Preliminary Round / First Round Draws
The draw for the Preliminary Round and the First Round of the insurance broker and risk management specialist Gallagher Challenge Cup 2018 will take place on Wednesday 6th December 2017 at 6.30pm in Malone Golf Club. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Women's Review 2017
Women's cricket in the Northern Cricket Union continued to make positive advancements in 2017, with an increased number of clubs competing and more representative fixtures. Read more...
Papers from the 2017 NCU AGM
Following the recent NCU AGM here are various papers from the meeting. Read more...
NCU Club Life and Captains Forum
The NCU are hosting a Club Life and Captains forum on Tuesday 14th November at the Lagan Valley Civic Centre, Lisburn. Read more...
'Rolling with the Punches' - The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy
The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy continues to utilise the knowledge and skill sets of other sports with a recent session at the Ulster University (Jordanstown Campus) taken by the well renowned boxing coach John Conlon Read more...
NCU "Past" President's Message - Autumn 2017
Past NCU President Peter McMorran provides his thoughts on his two years as NCU President. Read more...  Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy - Class of 2017-2018The successful Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy now moves into its third year of operation. The 2017-18 Academy programme was launched recently with a parents and players meeting held during the NSPCC 'Parents in Sport Week', acknowledging the key role parents play in supporting their children in sport. Read more...
NCU Player of the Year Awards (sponsored by Cartwrights Sports Ltd)
The NCU Player of the Year Awards, sponsored by Cartwrights Sports Ltd, for the Premier League, Senior Leagues 1, 2 & 3 and the Women's Premier League were presented at the NCU's Annual Dinner on 7th October 2017 by Keith Cartwright MD of the Company. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Annual General Meeting 2017
The Northern Cricket Union Annual General Meeting will be held on Monday 9th October 2017 at 7.30pm in the Shaw's Bridge Clubhouse. Read more...
The Cricket Zone at Ireland v West Indies
The One Day International between Ireland and West Indies at Stormont last week was abandoned due to the adverse weather that has affected Northern Ireland in recent times. However, it wasn't all doom and gloom at Stormont as the Cricket Zone proved to be a huge success on the two synthetic hockey pitches at the back of the Pavilion, in the Playball complex. Read more...
NIACUS Secure The White Stick With Record-Breaking Triumph
Michael Foster with a report on last weekends White Stick Trophy match between NIACUS and LCU&SA. Read more...  CICA Coaching Conference – Ulster University Belfast and JordanstownCricket Ireland are hosting a Coaching Conference at Ulster University Belfast and Jordanstown Campuses on Friday 20th and Saturday the 21st October 2017. Read more...
Presentation Photos from the Second Gardiner Brothers NCU Awards
Presentation photos from the second Gardiner Brothers NCU awards for Premier and Senior League players who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. The awards were presented by Michael Warke of Gardiner Brothers and Peter McMorran, president of the NCU. Read more...  Quoile Cup Final 2017 - Marie Curie presentationDavid Skelton competition secretary for the Quoile cup presents Ruth Shields from the Lisburn & Hillsborough Marie Curie Fund Raising Group with a cheque for £225.00. Read more...
Cricket Clubs and Schools Working in Partnership - Strandtown Primary School
During the summer term of the school year (2016-17), Strandtown Primary School, in East Belfast, worked in partnership with local cricket clubs and the Northern Cricket Union Development Team to achieve a goal of creating opportunities for primary school children to play 'hard ball' cricket. Read more...
Cooke Collegians and Dundrum attain Emerging Accreditation Scheme
Cooke Collegians Cricket Club and Dundrum Cricket Club are inspiring examples of clubs in the NCU who have attained the Emerging Accreditation Scheme and are now aspiring to achieve the Cricket Ireland Clubmark Accreditation Scheme. Read more...
Andrew Mitchell - Goal Scorer and Run Scorer
The Northern Cricket Union has been fortunate to have produced many fine cricketers over the course of its illustrious history. Occasionally some cricketers excel not only in the summer game, but on other sporting fields during the winter months. Read more...
West Indies To Bring The Colour To Belfast
Colour descended on Belfast City Hall this week as players and supporters on both sides gathered to officially launch next month's one-day international between Ireland and the West Indies. Read more...
NCU President's Message Summer 2017
Northern Cricket Union President Peter McMorran with his latest thoughts on the NCU summer so far. Read more...
Gary Wilson - No Stranger to the West Indies
As the West Indies head back to England after their brief stay in Belfast, for one cricketer from the Northern Cricket Union there is a career long association with the men from the Caribbean. Read more...
Waringstown to play in the Irish Senior Cup Final
The Irish Senior Cup Final takes place between Waringstown and The Hills, at Bready Cricket Club, on Saturday 2nd September (11:30 am Start). Read more...
Northern Knights to play Leinster Lightning (September 5th-7th)
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad, captained by James Shannon, for the First Class 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship fixture against Leinster Lightning, at Castle Avenue, Clontarf Cricket Club (Dublin), from Tuesday September 5th to Thursday September 7th. Read more...
Instonians to play in the All Ireland Under 15 Cup Final
The All Ireland Under 15 Cup Final takes place between Instonians Under 15's and YMCA Under 15's, at Claremont Road (home of YMCA Cricket Club) in Sandymount, Dublin, on Monday 28th August (10am Start). Read more... -and-NCU-President-Peter-McMorran-with-the-captains.jpg) Arthur J Gallagher Women's Senior Challenge Cup FinalThe 2017 NCU Arthur J Gallagher Women's Challenge Cup Final will be played at Pollock Park, Lurgan (home of Lurgan Cricket Club), on Sunday 27th August (12Noon Start). UPDATE: Lurgan beat North Down by 5 runs Read more...
Waringstown Crowned Ulster Cup Champions
Waringstown clinched their first Ulster Cup triumph in the 19 year history of the competition, played for the first time this season in T20 format. Read more...
NCU Girls Under 17's Squad announced to play Leinster Girl's Under 17's
The NCU has named two Girls Under 17 squads (sponsored by PwC) to play against Leinster Under 17's, (Noon Start), in two Inter-Provincial fixtures (30 Overs), on Monday 21st (Rush Cricket Club) and Tuesday 22nd (Venue TBC). Read more...
NCU Under 14 Squad at The West Cricket Festival in Taunton
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Under 14 squad (sponsored by PwC) recently travelled to England for The West Cricket Festival at King's College, Taunton, under the leadership of Uel Graham, Callum Atkinson and Wayne Hughes. Read more...
NCU Women v a Leinster Division 1 Club Side at Bamford Green, on Friday 18th and 25th August
The NCU has named two Women's squads captained by Hannah Grieve to play against a Leinster Division 1 Club Side (club to be confirmed), at Bamford Green (6pm Start), in two T20 fixtures, on Friday 18th and 25th of August. Read more...
2017 Minor Qualifying Cup Final
The NCU Minor Qualifying Cup Final takes place between Donacloney Mill Thirds and Laurelvale Thirds, at Laurelvale Cricket Club, on Saturday 19th August (12 noon start). Read more...
2017 Minor (Lindsay) Cup Final
The NCU Minor (Lindsay) Cup Final, sponsored by Cleaver Black, takes place between Muckamore Fourths and Laurelvale Seconds, at Ballygomartin Road, Belfast, Woodvale Cricket Club, on Saturday 19th August (12 noon start). Read more...
Strabane Win Ulster Shield In Dramatic Super-Over
Strabane are the Ulster Shield winners for 2017 after Tommy Barr's side beat St Johnston in a nerve-jangling "super over" after the two sides had tied the 20-over decider. Read more...
Edinburgh retain Charlie Beverland Memorial Cup
Northern Knights' Under 14's, representing Belfast, finished in second place in this year's Triangular Tournament at Prestwick CC, narrowly losing out on Net Run Rate to holders Edinburgh after all three competing teams won a game each. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union - Ulster Cup Finals Day
The Ulster Cup Finals Day takes place in The Northern Cricket Union, on Sunday 13th August. This competition is between the finalists of the Twenty20 competitions contested by Top Tier cricket clubs in the Northern Cricket Union and North West Cricket Union. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union 2017 Intermediate Cup Final
The NCU Intermediate Cup Final takes place between Donacloney Mill Seconds and Carrickfergus Seconds, at The Meadow, Downpatrick Cricket Club, on Saturday 12th August (12 noon start). Read more...
Northern Knights IP20 Squad announced to play North West Warriors at Belmont
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad, captained by James Shannon, for the final fixture of the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial (IP) Twenty20 Series against North West Warriors, at Belmont, Belfast (CIYMS CC), on Friday 11th August. Read more...
All-Ireland T20 Draw Completed
The draw has been made for the All Ireland T20 finals day later this month. In the semi-finals, Waringstown meet Bready while in the other tie, Clontarf take on Cork County. Read more...
Ulster Shield Finals Day
The Ulster Shield Finals Day takes place in The North West Cricket Union, on Sunday 13th August. Read more...
NCU Girls Select XI to play Leinster Girls Under 13
The NCU has named a Girls Select XI (sponsored by PwC), captained by Abbi Leckey, to play against Leinster Girls Under 13's at Pembroke Cricket Club, (Noon Start), in a friendly fixture (30 Overs), on Monday August 14th. Read more...
NCU Quoile Cup Final 2017 Details
The final of this season's Quoile cup (Under 11) will take place on Wednesday 9th August at Queensway, Derriaghy starting at 6pm. Read more...
Northern Knights squad announced to play North West Warriors (August 6th)
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad, captained by James Shannon, for the List A 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial (IP) One Day (50 overs) fixture against North West Warriors, at The Lawn, Waringstown (Waringstown CC), on Sunday 6th August. Read more...
NCU GMcG Junior Cup Final Preview
Instonians Seconds and CSNI Seconds will seek to put club records back on track when they meet in the GMcG Junior Cup final at Muckamore on Saturday (start time is 11am). Read more...
Advertising opportunities at the Ireland versus West Indies match at Stormont on 13th September
Cricket Ireland is hosting a One Day International Match vs The West Indies on Wednesday 13th September at Stormont Estate. A number of perimeter advertising opportunities are available for this match Read more...  The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) announces partnership with PwCThe Northern Cricket Union is delighted to announce that professional advisory firm PwC will sponsor its boys' and girls' youth squads as part of a 3-year sponsorship deal. Read more...
NCU Girls Under 17's in tense one wicket victory against North West Girls Under 17's at Burndennett
The NCU Under 17 Girls (sponsored by PwC) travelled to Burndennett Cricket Club on Wednesday 26th of July to take on their North-West counterparts. Earlier in the month the NCU had defeated the North-West by only eight runs in a low scoring thriller at Stormont. Read more...
Belfast Under 14 squad named
The Northern Knights Under 14 squad that will represent Belfast in this year's Triangular Cricket Tournament between Belfast, Edinburgh and Glasgow, to be held at Prestwick CC in Ayrshire on Monday 7th and Tuesday 8th August, has been named. Read more...
Northern Knights to play North West Warriors (August 1st-3rd) IP Championship
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad, captained by James Shannon, for the First Class 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Championship fixture against North West Warriors. Read more...
Ireland Name U13 Player Development Group For Camp
The 2017 Cricket Ireland Under 13 Player Development Programme concludes in the summer with a three-day camp at Bready from the 7-9 August. 9 NCU players named in the squad of players. Read more...
Ulster Cup and Shield - Semi Final and Final Arrangements
Match details regarding both the Ulster Cup and Shield competitions for this season. Read more...
NCU 11's Final Taunton Fixture
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Under 11 squad (sponsored by PwC) have completed a tour to Taunton (King's College), England, to compete in the Under 11 Cricket Festival. Read more...
Presentation Photos Of The New Gardiner Brothers NCU Awards
Presentation photos of the new Gardiner Brothers NCU awards for Premier and Senior League players who score a century, take at least six wickets or perform a hat trick. The awards were presented by Michael Warke of Gardiner Brothers and Peter McMorran, president of the NCU. Read more...
Ireland Begin Search For Head Coach
Cricket Ireland have started their search for John Bracewell's successor as Head Coach.. Read more...
NCU Under 11's in Second Taunton Victory
The NCU Under 11's had to show great determination to claim a superb win in Taunton on Monday, against Cambridgeshire U-11's. Read more...
NCU Gardiner Awards - Award For Record Breaker
It was the first game of the season and Downpatrick were in deep trouble when young Ryan Smyth came to the middle. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Tour to Glasgow - Match Results
Match results from the recent Ulster Schools' Tour to Glasgow. Read more...
NCU Under 11 Squad in Taunton Opening Game Thriller
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Under 11 squad (sponsored by PwC) are currently undertaking a tour to Taunton (King's College), England, to compete in the Under 11 Cricket Festival. Read more...
Game On for Ireland and West Indies
The West Indies return to face Ireland on Irish soil in September for the first time since a washed-out match in Clontarf on July 14th 2007. The sides will meet at Stormont, scene of a remarkable victory in 2004. Read more...
Letter from the NCU Management Board Regarding Standards of Behaviour
The NCU Management Board at a recent meeting was concerned to learn about what might be regarded as falling standards of behaviour both on and off the field this season. Read more...
Gardiner Brothers named as Senior League Award Sponsors for 2017
The prestigious Northern Cricket Union awards for outstanding individual performances are to continue thanks to a new sponsor, Gardiner Brothers the Belfast jewellers. The Premier and 3 Senior Leagues will also carry the company's name in recognition of the sponsorship. Read more...
NCU Under 15's and 17's to Tour South Africa in 2018
The Northern Cricket Union has confirmed that it will repeat its 2015 tour and take two teams (Under 15 and Under 17) to South Africa from Tuesday 21th March to Thursday 5th April, 2018. Read more...
NCU Women v North West Women, at Stormont, on Sunday July 30th
The NCU has named a strong Women's team captained by Hannah Grieve to play against North West Women, at Stormont (Noon Start), in an Inter-Provincial fixture (40 overs), on Sunday 30th July. Read more...
Review of NCU Girls Under 17's victory against North West Girl's Under 17's at Stormont, on July 5th
The NCU Under 17 Girls (sponsored by PWC) were asked to bat first by their North-West counterparts, in the Inter-Provincial challenge at Stormont. Read more...
NCU Girls Under 17's Squad announced to play North West Girl's Under 17's
The NCU has named a Girls Under 17 squad (sponsored by PwC) to play against North West Girls Under 17's at Burndennett Cricket Club, (Noon Start), in an Interprovincial fixture (30 Overs), on Wednesday July 26th. Read more...
Arthur J Gallagher Senior Cup Final – Change of Date
Due to players from both CIYMS and Instonians being involved with either Ireland Wolves or the under 19 World Cup Qualifying Tournament it has been agreed to move the Arthur J Gallagher Senior Cup Final at Comber to Saturday 29th July. Read more...
NCU Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Finals Day
The NCU Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Finals Day takes place at The Lawn, Waringstown Cricket Club, on Sunday 23rd July. Read more...
Northern Knights squad announced to play Munster Reds (Friday 21st July - IP20)
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against Munster Reds, at Middle Road, Carrickfergus (Carrickfergus CC), on Friday 21st July starting at 5pm. Read more...
Lagan Valley Steels Twenty20 Cup, Trophy and Shield Final Details
Both the Twenty20 Trophy and Cup Finals will take place this coming Sunday 23rd July at The Lawn, Waringstown CC with the Twenty20 Shield Final taking place the following Wednesday 26th July 2017 commencing at 6pm at Saintfield CC. Read more...
Ireland name Under 15 and 17 Girls Squads
Ireland have named both their Under 15 and 17 girls squads who will taking part in the Malvern Festival and Celtic Cup respectively. Cara Murray from Saintfield is in the under 17 squad, while Amy Hunter from Instonians makes the under 15 squad. Read more...
Ireland name Under 15 touring squad
Ireland have named their Under 15 squad which will play seven matches in ten days on a tour of Scotland and England next month. 6 players in the squad are from the NCU area. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Tour to Glasgow
The squad has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools in next week's tour to Glasgow. Read more...
Young Talent in the Northern Cricket Union - Amy Hunter
Never before has female sport at elite level had more exposure, and in so doing providing role models for young females to follow. Read more...
Holders Knocked Out of Irish Senior and National Cups
James McCollum's brilliant unbeaten century helped Waringstown knock out holders Merrion to reach the semi-finals of the Irish Senior Cup at The Lawn. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union Disciplinary Hearing
A Northern Cricket Union (NCU) disciplinary panel has suspended Ian Morrison until 15th June 2018 and Alan Harrison until 15th May 2018 from all cricket organised by the Northern Cricket Union. Read more...
NCU Women win in the North West
The Northern Cricket Union Women's team travelled to Fox Lodge Cricket Club, on Sunday July 1st, to play their North-West counterparts. Read more...
NCU Under 17 Squad for the 2017 Irish Inter-Provincial Tournament announced
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced their Under 17 squad (sponsored by PwC) for the 2017 Irish Inter-Provincial tournament to be played at Middle Road, Carrickfergus from Monday July 10th to Wednesday July 12th. Read more...
NCU Girls Under 17's Squad announced to play North West Girl's Under 17's
The NCU has named a Girls Under 17 squad (sponsored by PwC) to play against North West Girls Under 17's at Stormont, Belfast (Noon Start), in an Interprovincial fixture (30 Overs), on Wednesday July 5th. Read more...
IRISH SCHOOLS v IRELAND U17
The team has been selected to represented the Irish Schools against Ireland U17 at Campbell College, Belfast, on Wednesday 5 July – 11 am start, 50-over match. Read more...
NCU Women's teams selected to play North West Women at Fox Lodge, on Sunday 1st July
The NCU has named a strong Women's team to play against North West Women at Fox Lodge (12:30pm Start), in an Interprovincial fixture (40 Overs), on Sunday 1st July. Read more...
NCU Women to Play Carrickfergus Select XI, at Middle Road, Carrickfergus, on Tuesday 27th June
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has named a Women's team, captained by Hannah Grieve, to play against a Carrickfergus Select XI, at Middle Road, Carrickfergus (6pm), in a friendly fixture (Twenty20), on Tuesday 27th June. Read more...
NCU Under 17 Squad announced for a Tour to England: Ipswich and St. Albans
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced their Under 17 squad for a tour to Ipswich and St. Albans, England, from Monday 26th to Thursday 29th of June 2017. Read more...
Ulster Schools' Team for Interprovincial Announced
The team has been selected to represent the Ulster Schools in the annual Interprovincial against the Southern Schools at Rathmines, Dublin on Wednesday 28th and Thursday 29th June. Read more...
Northern Knights announce team to play Leinster Lightning (Friday 23rd June) IP20
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against Leinster Lightning, at Shaws Bridge (Instonians CC), Belfast, on Friday June 23rd. Read more...
Emerging Knights v MCC at Middle Road, Carrickfergus, on 21st and 22nd June
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Emerging Knights squad to play the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC), at Middle Road Carrickfergus, on Wednesday 21st and Thursday 22nd June (two day fixture) starting at 11am on both days. Read more...
Dundrum Cricket Club Schools Finals Day
The Finals day for the Dundrum Cricket Club schools coaching programme took place at the Meadow in Dundrum on the morning of Tuesday 13th June. Read more...
NCU Under 14 Squad for The West Cricket Festival
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced their Under 14 squad for The West Cricket Festival at King's College, Taunton from Sunday 23rd to Friday 28th of July 2017, where the squad will initially compete against Cornwall, Cheshire and Northamptonshire. Read more...
Belfast 'Try Cricket Days'
A series of 'Try Cricket' days for local schools took place in Belfast, organised by the Northern Cricket Union Development Team in partnership with Belfast City Council, through the Every Body Active 2020 programme. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union 2017 - BBC Radio Ulster Interview
On Saturday May 28th Uel Graham and Stephen Bunting from the Northern Cricket Union featured on BBC Radio Ulster's Summer Club. Read more...
Cup Final Replay
There will be an early replay of last year's final of the Arthur J Gallagher NCU Senior Challenge Cup. Holders Civil Service North and CIYMS have been drawn against each other in the second round on June 17 with the runners-up having home advantage. Read more... Photos from todays AJG Challenge Cup Draw (All Photos ©Roland White/PressEye)
Northern Knights and Emerging Knights 2017 Fixture List
The inaugural First Class Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial (IP) Championship will present the Northern Knights with their busiest schedule to date. The competition has expanded this year with the entry of Munster Reds to the Irish Inter-Provincial Series. Read more...
NCU Club Forum - 19th June 2017
The Northern Cricket Union invites all affiliated clubs to join us on Monday 19th June at the Lagan Valley Island Civic Centre, Lisburn from 6.00pm. We request that each club sends two delegates to the meeting. Read more...
NCU Under 15 Squad Announced
NCU Announce Their Under 15 Squad For The Forthcoming 2017 Season. Read more...
NCU Under 13 Squad Announced
NCU Announce Their Under 13 Squad For The Forthcoming 2017 Season. Read more...
NCU Under 11 Squad
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) has announced their Under 11 squad for the forthcoming 2017 season. A tour to Taunton (King's College), England, to compete in the Under 11 Cricket Festival, will take place from Saturday 22nd to Tuesday 25th of July. Read more...
NCU Presidents Message Spring 2017
NCU President Peter McMorran with his Spring message to all players and clubs. Read more...
Ulster Bank Schools Cup Final 2017 (Ferguson Grainger Cup)
The 2017 Ulster Bank Schools Cup Final (Ferguson Grainger Cup) will be played at Moylena, home of Muckamore Cricket Club on Friday, 16th June at (1pm). The final will be contested by The Wallace High School Lisburn and Royal Belfast Academical Institution (RBAI). Read more...
Northern Knights on the road to North West Warriors (16th June) IP20
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against North West Warriors, at Strabane Cricket Club (Park Road), on Friday June 16th. Read more...
Irish Universities - Hone McGregor Tri-Series - Media Release
Irish Universities have been once again been invited to take part in the annual Hone McGregor Tri Series to taking place at the historic Fenner's Ground in Cambridge this week. Read more...
Wallace High School Reach Ulster Bank Schools' Cup Cricket Final
The Wallace High School 1st XI defeated Foyle & Londonderry College by 2 runs in a pulsating encounter to reach the Ulster Bank Senior Schools' Cup cricket final. Read more...
Ulster Schools team to play MCC on Tuesday 20th June Selected
Following the cancellation of this afternoon's (Fri 9th June) Ulster Schools' Trial, the team has been selected to play against the MCC at Campbell College, Belfast on Tuesday 20 June. Read more...
Northern Knights on the road to Leinster Lightning (9th June) IP20
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squad for the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial 20 Series (IP20) fixture against Leinster Lightning, at Merrion Cricket Club, on Friday June 9th. Read more...
NCU has named a strong Women's team to play against North West Warriors
The NCU has named a strong Women's team to play against North West Warriors Women at Fox Lodge (Noon Start), in an Interprovincial fixture (40 Overs), on Sunday June 11th. Read more...
Ulster Bank Schools Cup 2017 - Semi-Final Draw
Last year's runners-up Royal Belfast Academical Instution have received a home draw against Friends School Lisburn in the semi-finals of the Ulster Bank Schools Cup. Read more...
Gallagher Challenge Cup - Second Round Draw Details
The draw for the second round of the Challenge Cup will be held on Tuesday 30th May at 6.30pm in Malone Golf Club. Read more...
Northern Knights versus Leinster Lightning (4th June) IP50 and (June 5th to 7th) IP Championship
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squads for their first home fixtures in the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Series. The games are against Leinster Lightning in the Inter-Provincial 50 Series (IP50) and Inter-Provincial Championship (IPC). Read more...
Ulster Schools' Trial Teams 2017
The players have been selected for the 2017 Ulster Schools' Trial, which will be held at THE CASTLE GROUNDS (BRA), 690 Antrim Road, Belfast, on FRIDAY 9th JUNE. Read more...
Lightning and Knights Win In T20 Openers
At The Mardyke Munster Reds debut in the competition ended with a narrow loss against the Northern Knights, while the Leinster Lightning started the defence of their Hanley Energy T20 Trophy with a comprehensive 56-run bonus point win at Bready against the North West Warriors. Read more...
Emerging Knights to play Leinster Lightning Bolts at Oakhill, County Wicklow
The Northern Knights selectors have announced an Emerging Knights squad to play against Leinster Lightning Bolts at Oakhill, County Wicklow, (11am Start) on Sunday 28th May. Read more...
Ulster Plate - Change of date for First Round
Due to a clash with fixtures drawn for the Irish Cup the date of the first round of the Ulster Plate has had to be moved. Read more...
Northern Knights squads announced for matches against Munster Reds & North West Warriors
The Northern Cricket Union has announced the Northern Knights squads for their first three fixtures in the 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Series. Read more...
Ireland's Analyst - Scott Irvine from the Northern Cricket Union
In many organisations there are people behind the scenes who are vital to the public performance. Within Cricket Ireland one such person is Scott Irvine from North Down Cricket Club in the Northern Cricket Union. Read more...
CSNICC Press Release: Cowden steps down with heavy heart
Civil Service North of Ireland Cricket Club has issued the two statements regarding the resignation of First XI Captain Andrew Cowden. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy- Beyond the Boundaries of Cricket
The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy has sought to utilise the skills and attributes of other sports to give the young cricketers tips that will enhance their game. Two sessions have been organised by Ciaran Chambers at the National Badminton Centre in Lisburn. Read more...
Irish Senior and National Cup Draws Made
Holders Merrion will face NCU side Muckamore in the second round of the Irish Senior Cup, in the draw made at Clontarf today (WED) ahead of the Walton tri-nations ODI between Bangladesh and New Zealand. Read more...
Holders Exit Ulster Bank Schools Cup
Belfast Royal Academy's cricketers have failed in their bid for a hat trick of Ulster Bank Schools Cup triumphs. The winners of the past two years came a cropper in the second round by five wickets against Foyle College who will now play another Belfast school, Campbell College, in the last eight. Read more...
Third Round of the Ulster Bank Schools Cup Drawn
The draw for the 3rd Round of the Ulster Bank Schools Cup was made by the Principal of Lurgan College, Mr T.D. Robinson today (11th May). Read more...
Emerging Knights team to play Ireland Under 19's
The Northern Knights selectors have announced an Emerging Knights team to play against Ireland Under 19's at Wallace Park, Lisburn (11am Start) on Sunday 21st May. Read more...
International Teams Administration Manager - Cricket Ireland
Cricket Ireland is seeking to recruit an experienced, high performing, self-motivated, well organised and highly efficient International Teams Administration Manager[Update: Applications now closed] Read more...
Carrickfergus Cricket Club raises over 5k for Breast Cancer Charity
Carrickfergus Cricket Club is delighted to announce the final total raised for Breast Cancer Charity Pretty 'n' Pink is £5,836.48. Read more...
The Northern Cricket Union announce the Northern Knights Squads
The NCU Representative Directorate has announced the Knights Squads for 2017. This year there are two squads, one for the 3-day and 50 over matches and one for the T20 matches. Read more...
Emerging Knights v Leinster 'A' at Saintfield, Saturday 6th May
The Northern Knights have named a strong 'Emerging Knights' team to play against Leinster 'A' at Saintfield (11am Start) on Saturday 6th May. Read more...
NCU Statement on Home Office Visa Applications & Player Registration
Statement from Neil Matthews on behalf of the NCU Domestic Cricket Directorate Read more...  T20 Trophy Final 2016The delayed Lagan Valley Steels T20 Trophy Final took place today (16th April) at The Meadow, Downpatrick CC. Despite wet conditions early on no overs were lost as Muckamore came out on top by 8 wickets in a high scoring game. Match Details...
NCU Area Welcome to Coaching Course
Details of a Welcome to Coaching Course coming up at the end of the month. Please note this is being run Free of charge as part of the Active Clubs project. Also this will be the last coaching course run until after the season. So if there is anyone at your club you feel would benefit from this please get them booked on asap as this will fill up very fast. Read more...
Charity to benefit from CSNI Cricket Club fundraiser
Civil Service North of Ireland Cricket Club (CSNI) recently held their annual club fundraiser and charity event at Drumbo Park, Lisburn, with 'A Night at the Dogs'. Read more...
Death of Lurgan Stalwart Alan Johnston
Former Irish international Alan Johnston has died at the age of 63. A formidable opening bowler, Johnston enjoyed great success with Lurgan and Ulster Country which saw him capped three times for Ireland in 1990. Read more...
All-rounder day for Lord Mayor joining local schools to try out cricket
A series of 'Try Cricket' days for local schools are taking place in Belfast this week, organised by Belfast City Council, through the Every Body Active 2020 programme, in conjunction with the Northern Cricket Union. Read more...
Northern Knights to Play Western Warriors of Scotland
Northern Knights will complete their preparations for the forthcoming 2017 Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Series with challenge games against the Western Warriors from Scotland. Read more...
NCU Easter Camp 2017
Details of an Easter Cricket Camp being organised by the NCU's Cricket Development Officer Callum Atkinson. Read more...
Young Cricketers and Youth Competitions - Changes To Regulations
The NCU Management Board has agreed a number of changes to the regulations regarding young cricketers and youth competitions for 2017. Read more...
NCU announce the appointment of Angela Platt to the newly created position of General Manager
The Northern Cricket Union is pleased to announce the appointment of Angela Platt to the newly created position of General Manager. Read more...
Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy - Class of 2016-2017 Batting Against Spin Bowling
The Andrew White NCU Cricket Academy continues to meet and develop the skills and mindset of young talented cricketers. A recent session looked at batting against spin bowling, and the effectiveness of using footwork. Read more...
Umpires Roadshows 2017
NIACUS has kindly agreed to put on a series of Umpiring Roadshows before the start of this coming season. Read more...
NCU Bye Laws 2017
The NCU Management Board has approved the Bye-laws for the 2017 season. While they will appear in the 2017 fixture book a copy can be found at the link below for your information. Read more...
NCU Statement On Revised Home Office Visa Arrangements
The NCU Directors met on Saturday 25th February to discuss the changes in the Home Office immigration rules and enforcement arrangements relating to overseas cricketers for the 2017 season. These have recently been revised by the Home Office and apply to all clubs within Northern Ireland. Read more...
Cooke Collegians to play at Fullerton Park in 2017
"Cooke Collegians are delighted to announce that all first and second eleven home fixtures in the 2017 season will be played at Fullerton Park." Read more...
Guest Speaker Announced for 2017 NCU Annual Dinner
The guest speaker at this year's Annual Dinner will be Geoff Miller OBE. Geoff played for Derbyshire and Essex and in 34 Tests for England. Read more...  BRA Bid For Cricket Hat TrickBelfast Royal Academy have received a tough draw in their bid for a hat trick of titles in the Ulster Bank Schools Cricket Cup. Read more...
NCU Hopes To Build Partnerships
One of the longest partnerships between business and local sport is to wind down. The sponsorship is for the Northern Cricket Union's Premier and Senior leagues which has been supported by Ulster Bank for over twenty years. Read more...
LVS Twenty20 Cup Fixtures Released
The fixtures for the LVS Twenty20 Cup 2017 have been finalised following a meeting with clubs on Tuesday evening. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union (NCU) - Regional Development Squads Programme January 2017
With the advent of a new year the coming months are vital for representative cricketers within the Northern Cricket Union (NCU) as they enhance their skill sets for the forthcoming season. Read more...
Interview with New Northern Knights Coach Simon Johnston
Summer 2017 is a new dawn for Irish cricket as the Hanley Energy Inter-Provincial Series takes on First Class Status. Leading the Northern Knights into this new era is Simon Johnston, the 37-year-old, who was Cricket Ireland Coach of the Year in 2014 and 2015. Read more...
NCU Women's 2017 Senior Squad Announced
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) is excited to announce their Women's Squad leading into the forthcoming 2017 season. Read more...
Northern Cricket Union (NCU) - Under 15 and Under 17 Girls Squads
The Northern Cricket Union (NCU) are delighted with the continued progress that is being made by the Under 15 and Under 17 Girls Squads. A passionate coaching team is in place that ensures the female game continues to develop and improve. Read more...
NCU Club Forum 2017
The Northern Cricket Union and its regional development staff wish to invite all clubs from across the union to join them on Tuesday 21st March at the Lagan Valley Island Civic Centre in Lisburn from 6:30-9pm to engage in a 'state of the nation' evening. Read more...
First Aid, Safeguarding and Designated Officer Courses
It has come to the attention of NCU Development Staff after reviewing their records and through general conversations with clubs around the release of the new NCU Emerging Accreditation Scheme that there is a real and urgent need for a number of courses to be made available to our clubs. Read more...
NIACUS Level 1 Umpire Courses
Repost: NIACUS have organised an Umpires Course for the weekend of 3rd / 4th / 5th March 2017. Read more...
Provincial Union General Manager
The Northern Cricket Union in conjunction with Cricket Ireland is looking to employ a General Manager to lead the development of cricket in the region, whilst supporting the putting in place of governance structures. [Update: Post now filled] Read more...
Northern Cricket Union (NCU) Indoor Winter League - Christmas Update
After three weeks of the Indoor Winter League, The Ulster Elks are in pole position after wins against the Muckamore Mavericks, Dunmurry Dynamites and the Lisburn Lions. Read more... Archived News/Articles from 2016
Ulster Bank Schools Cup Draws 2016
Andrew White Announces His Retirement From Representative Cricket "Designated Safeguarding Children's Officer" Workshop Northern Cricket Union Regional Development Program Spring 2016 Further exciting developments in the Youth Programme for the 2016 season NIACUS Level 1 and 1a Umpires Courses - February / March 2016 Gallagher Challenge Cup Final Venue Ulster Competition Dates / NCU Twenty20 Finals Day Andrew White Cricket Academy - Visit of Gary Wilson NCU President's Christmas Message NCU Coach Education / Development Update MG2 add their support to the Andrew White Cricket Academy Junior League fixtures meetings NCU League Structures for 2016 Gallagher Challenge Cup Preliminary and First Round Draw 2016 NCU Junior Cup Draw 2016 NCU Intermediate Cup Draw 2016 NCU Lindsay (Minor) Cup Draw 2016 NCU Minor Qualifying Cup Draw 2016 Irish Senior and National Cup draws made Gallagher Challenge Cup 2016 Preliminary and First Round Draw  Chris Dougherty, captain of holders CIYMS, at the draw for the first round of the Northern Cricket Union's Gallagher Challenge Cup. He is flanked by Gordon Markey (left) broking director of the new sponsors and Peter McMorran, President of the NCU.  The Ulster Bank Senior League cup winners at last year's annual dinner of the Northern Cricket Union: from left - Paul Thompson (Ulster Bank), Lee Nelson of Waringstown (Premier League), Craig Lewis of Derriaghy (Section 1), Matthew Steenson of Armagh (Section 2), Paul McCart of Millpark (Section 3) and Billy Boyd, President of the NCU.. Archived News/Articles from 2015
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Records tumble during school match
On Saturday morning a schoolboy player from Sullivan Upper School scored 204 not out in an Under 15 cup match against Regent House.The schoolboy in question is Mark Adair and his innings took place on the upper pitch at North Down Cricket Club in Comber. Once he had reached his double hundred he retired in the 19th over with one over to go in the innings. To follow up his performance with the bat, in the afternoon he turned out for his club side Holywood and helped them to a 13 run victory over Woodvale by clean bowling the last 3 batsmen. Mark's coach at Sullivan Upper, Paul Osborne, is wondering if this score is an Irish Schoolboy record or if it is a record for a 20 over a side match? Mark represented the Belfast Inner Cities side last season and in 2011 is a member of the Northern Cricket Union's under 15 interprovincial team.
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