CRICKET NEWS
Feb 11, 2025
U9's and All Stars Winter Cricket
We're excited to announce that our Under 9s
and All Stars Winter Cricket Sessions are back
up and running!
These sessions are perfect for our young cricket
enthusiasts to stay active and improve their skills
during the winter months.
Here's what you need to know:
Dates: January through to April
Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Location: Fulneck School, East Gym
Our winter program includes:
- Skill development focusing on coaching for batting, bowling, fielding & keeping.
- Fun drills & mini matches engaging activities to build confidence and teamwork.
- Expert coaching sessions led by ECB qualified coaches in a safe & friendly environment.
Let's make this winter a season of cricket fun and excitement!
Feb 4, 2025
Junior Training is back
Exciting times as Pudsey Congs Junior training is back with a bang
We're thrilled that our Under 9s and All Stars kicked off their winter training sessions on Friday
This winter training is the perfect opportunity for young cricketers to develop their skills, stay active, and have fun in a supportive environment.
If your son or daughter is interested in getting involved in cricket, contact Liam at pudseycongs14@gmail.com for more details.
Jan 13, 2025
3rd Team Captain - Dan Metcalfe
3rd XI Captain - Dan Metcalfe
After an interim period captaining our Dales Council XI at the end of 2024, "Squirrel" will lead the side permanently in 2025.
Now in his 3rd season with the club having moved to Leeds from Malton to study at university, Dan was an instant hit with 90 on debut.
Everybody at Pudsey Congs wishes Dan and the 3rd XI well for the forthcoming season.
Go well Squizz
Jan 10, 2025
2nd Team Captain - Ross Kettlewell
2nd XI Captain - Ross Kettlewell
Although currently wintering in Australia, Ross will be back to captain the 2nd XI in 2025 as Adam Patrick relinquishes the role after 6 quality years.
Well liked and respected by all his team mates, we wish Ross and the 2nd team all the best for 2025!
Go well RJK
Jan 9, 2025
Welcome message from our Director of Cricket
*Welcome to 2025!*
As we step into a new year, we’re filled with excitement and determination to make this season our best yet. Together, we’ll face challenges, celebrate victories, and continue to grow as a team.
Thank you for your ongoing support and dedication. Here’s to a year of great cricket, teamwork, and unforgettable moments!
Let’s make this year a winning one!
Best Regards,
Babar Butt
Jan 9, 2025
PCCC Winter Indoor Training
Pre-season training gets underway...
Pudsey Congs winter training commences this
Sunday, 2nd February, 10:00 AM at Woodlands CC
New players are always welcome!
For more information, please contact:
Dan Metcalfe, on 07340 593921
or email us at pudseycongs14@gmail.com
Jan 9, 2025
1st Team Captain - Yohan Mendis
With Richard Jubb stepping down as captain after 5 years, Yohan Mendis will take over the captaincy of our 1st XI as we look to bounce straight back into the Premier Division at the first attempt.
Yohan will offer a huge amount of knowledge and tactical nous on the role as well as looking to lead by example with the bat and in the field.
Very much now part of the Congs family, everybody at the club wishes him all the best in the role.
Go well Yohan
Nov 18, 2024
Congs announce Captains ahead of the 2025 season
Pudsey Congs are pleased to announce the following appointments as Captains for the 2025 Season:
Yohan Mendis - 1st Team Captain
Ross Kettlewell - 2nd team captain
Dan Metcalfe - 3rd team Captain
Oct 11, 2024
New Signings for the 2025 Season
The following players have agreed to play for us in 2025 and from Babar and everyone else connected at our Club, we extend a warm welcome to them and their families and hope they enjoy playing on our beautiful pitch and surrounds.
Please welcome:-
Nick Lindley - left hand opening batter and left hand spin bowler, very experienced player.
Abdullah Hussain - leg spinner. Represented YCCC under 16 level.
Matthew Duce - wicket keeper/batter, vastly experienced & competitive and will drive our fielders throughout each innings.
Duncan Heath - batter and spin bowler. Played for Cambridge University and in the Yorkshire league for Doncaster Town C C.
For Nick and Matthew it will be a welcome return to our squad.
Good luck to all, enjoy your cricket.
Sept 30, 2024
Mendis is back with the Congs for 2025 Season
𝐘𝐨𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐀𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐬!"
Congratulations to Yohan Mendis on re-signing with Pudsey Congs Cricket Club for the 2025 Bradford Cricket League campaign.
Yohan had an outstanding summer with the bat, racking up a staggering 1,261 runs at an average just shy of 60, with a top score of 119!
This will be Yohan's fourth stint with Pudsey, where he's already become a club legend. His contributions both on and off the field perfectly embody what it means to be a top-class club professional.
We can't wait to see Yohan back in action next summer! Congratulations!
Sept 10, 2024
Best wishes to Sam and Josh as they depart the Congs
Sam Wisniewski
During his career at Pudsey Congs, Sam collected wickets for fun and put
his whole being into every delivery. A left arm wrist spinner, he bemused
batters with his flight, speed and turn, and rarely failed to bowl his full
allocation of overs. Sam reads the game really well and indeed Captained
Yorkshire Under 17's to win the national award. I can only remember him
dropping one catch for he was quick to the ball and had a powerful throw
to cause batters to take care.
Cricket means a great deal to him and he works tirelessly to further his
career in the game as a player, coach and Captain. He played one match
for YCCC first Xl at Old Trafford, bowling 2 overs.
He leaves our Cricket Club with every good wish & he will be sorely missed.
Ralph Middlebrook
President
Pudsey Congs Cricket Club
Josh Bennett
Each September players come and go and 2024 marks the
departure of our excellent wicket keeper Josh Bennett.
Keepers are generally either extroverts, noisy, loud or they
go about their work quietly, yet by their example, put
pressure on the batter because they DO know especially
when the speed of the keepers skill restricts the batter in his
choice of his attack. Josh was certainly the latter variety.
His departure is due to his career in business and he will
be missed. Josh batted in the late middle order and generally
had few major opportunities to shine as we batted long
yet could not amass big scores.
Josh was a popular player and top bloke.
Ralph W Middlebrook
President
Pudsey Congs Cricket Club
Sept 7, 2024
A record setting day for Yohan Mendis
With a quick fire 10 today v Cleckheaton, our overseas Yohan Mendis has
achieved a phenomenal feat that will go down in Pudsey Congs history.
Yohan has now surpassed India great, and mere 8,700 test run scorer,
VVS Laxman, in scoring the most ever runs for Pudsey Congs in a season.
Today Yohan moved to 1261 runs for the season surpassing the tally of
Very Very Special (VVS) who made 1253 back in 1996.
It’s difficult to put into words the impact Yohan has on our club.
His immense ability with the bat is clear to see for all, however, it’s his
off field presence in which Yohan should be most proud of. A role model
for all at Pudsey Congs, a real asset and loyal friend off the pitch.
Making time for juniors, regular members and everyone involved at our
club. A brilliant cricketer and even better human being.
We could not be more proud.
Congratulations Yohan, forever in our history books.
From all involved with Pudsey Congs
Aug 9, 2024
Congs appointed new Director of Cricket
Pudsey Congs Cricket Club are delighted to announce that Babar Butt
has been appointed Director of Cricket.
A Congs player for 25 years, Babar will bring his wide experience,
knowledge and wisdom to all our cricket activities. A stickler for the
qualities and traditions of our sport, I am sure that he will generate
respect and the support of all members, players and officials.
Ralph W Middlebrook
President
Pudsey Congs Cricket Club
Apr 30, 2023
Congs are now live on matchday with YouTube
If you are unable to make it down to the beautiful Amber Cars Britannia Ground on match days, there is now an online option.
Pudsey Congs have a live gameday feed via YouTube including a live chat feature
Please join us via the following link:
https://www.youtube.com/@pudseycongs6038/streams
