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Ipswich Hornets allrounder Paul Nasser has also been enjoying his time in England with Scholes cricket club in the West Yorkshire premier league who are second in the league and are in the T20 grand final. Big John impressed with back-to-back hundreds last weekend of 112 and 113. He has contributed strongly to the club so far with 600 plus runs, 40 wickets, and 4 catches.

Northsiders junior and Ipswich Hornets allrounder Jack Hillier is currently enjoying his first stint in the UK. Playing for Didcot Cricket Club in the Cherwell League, Jack has amassed more than 500 runs and 30 plus wickets. He hit his first senior century against Buckingham Town when he struck 14 boundaries and 4 sixes on his way to 114 from 113 balls. In that same match Jack took 3/36 off 10 overs. Jacko is also setting a positive example around the club by assisting with t

Ipswich duo Matt Andrews and Dylan McAteer are currently showing their class for Chipping Campden Cricket Club in the Gloucestershire West of England Premier League (WEPL). @chippingcampdencricket 󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Andrews and McAteer are Ipswich Brothers juniors with first grade experience for the Ipswich Hornets. Their skill sets are proving invaluable for Chipping Campden who are performing strongly each week. Matty has been Mr reliable behind the stumps with his sharp glovew

The start to our 2026/27 season is just one sleep away. All existing players, players within or outside the Ipswich Cricket system are encouraged to join us tomorrow night at Baxter Oval. 6pm start with a BBQ to conclude.

Do you see yourself in Hornets colours this season? Men’s preseason starts next Thursday.

Do you want to be a Hornet? Our 2026/27 Men's season kicks-off next Thursday evening on the 9th of July. All existing and aspiring men's Hornets players are encouraged to attend our first session from 6pm until 8pm at Ivor Marsden Sporting Complex Ipswich. The club will also host a BBQ to celebrate.

A look back at last season's spectacular bowling performances.

Be sure to check out the new opportunity at Cricket Ipswich. We are looking for a committed Female Pathway Cricket Coach to lead and support the development of players across our Women’s and Girls’ cricket pathway. Key responsibilities include: • Coaching across Girls’, Youth, and Women’s cricket programs • Planning and delivering engaging training sessions aligned with Cricket Australia frameworks • Match day commitment • Developing technically sound, confident, and resilien

Thank you to the Ipswich Cricket Community. After nine seasons of volunteering, coaching, and administration, including five seasons on the Cricket Ipswich Board and two as General Manager, my last day as GM of Cricket Ipswich will be Friday June 5th. As I look forward to my next chapter starting at Queensland Cricket, it is timely to reflect and thank all those that have helped and supported along the way. Amazing highlights include being a part of the Lord Taverners premier

Following up on the back of our awards night, here's a quick look at last season's century makers in all grades! Well done to those who received century awards and batting aggregates on the night.

Alex Welsh is our Ipswich Cricket player of the year An impressive 50 wicket and 242 run season. Alex also skippered the Laidley-Mulgowie 1st division side to the one-day and two-day titles. Well done Alex.

Our hornets ladies player of the 2025/26 season is Hannah Freiberg! A season to remember, with the highlight being her innings of 127 from 108 balls in round 15 against Sandgate-Redcliffe. Well done Hannah.

For more information on how to become a Community Cricket Officer, contact Ipswich Cricket and MSW manager Renee at the address below. renee.sharland@qldcricket.com.au / 0422 114 799

Awesome to see two of our young right-arm quicks earn contracts for the Qld Bulls as we head into the 2026/27 season. Jem Ryan extends with a full contract for the 2026/27. Charlie Lachmund with a rookie contract for 2026/27. Well done boys.

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A friendly reminder to get your tickets to the Ipswich Cricket presentation dinner on the 15th of May. Date: 15/5/26 Venue: Qld Rail Workshops Museum - North St Ipswich Time: 6:00pm Adult tickets: $70 - $650 for table of 10 Under 18 tickets: $50 Catering: Jets Leagues Club Ipswich Tickets https://tickets.ipswichtickets.com.au/.../a907b1eb-35b2...

Congratulations to our groundstaff team. Most improved premier cricket ground back to back. Thank you Kevin Howgego, Rohan Brady, Mick Homburg and Brian Andrews.