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Shropshire honour volunteers with special OSCAs
A special posthumous Shropshire OSCA was made to groundsman Mike Hall recently in recognition of his 45 years service to tending pitches in the county.
Head of Operations appointed
Paul Bedford has recently been appointed by the ECB as the new Head of Operations for non-first-class cricket and since taking over the role has met with stakeholders.
Moseby efforts rewarded
If David Moseby penned a list of his cricket responsibilities and duties in Devon, he would be scribbling for as long as it takes to read all the 144 Wisden Cricketers' Almanacks.
Bedeau benefits Bedford
A passion for cricket has bridged all sorts of divides, but in Bedford a diverse mix of races, religions and genders have been enhanced by the efforts of Wendy Bedeau.
Spong sprung OSCA surprise
Every Sunday during the winter, more than 40 youngsters attend indoor nets at Axminster Town cricket club for two hours of coaching - thanks to club stalwart Philip Spong.
Warwick takes centre stage
It started four years ago when her three sons decided they wanted to take up cricket. Therese Warwick and Ross-on-Wye Cricket Club have not looked back since.
Cherry the pick of the bunch
When David Cherry first laid hands on a cricket bat, Len Hutton was opening the batting for England and the village of Cropredy was having its coal delivered by narrow boat.
NatWest OSCAs awarded
No red carpet and usually no fanfare, but the ECB and NatWest shone a spotlight on the contribution made by cricket volunteers at the fifth annual OSCAs ceremony.
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