2nd XI + 3rd XI Captaincy Nominations Open + EGM Set

EGM Notification

2nd XI and 3rd XI Captaincy Nominations Sought | EGM Set For Monday 16th March

Nominations Open

Nominations for the vacant 2nd XI and 3rd XI captaincy positions have now re-opened following the pause agreed at the AGM.

Nominations for either position should be made by email, to the club's general email (mottramcricket@gmail.com) no later than Friday 6th March.

This email should clearly identify the position for which they are being nominated and confirm who seconds this nomination.

Senior Players Meeting | Tuesday 24th February

To support with preparation for the upcoming season, and enable discussion on captaincy and playing matters, a Senior Players Meeting has been called on Tuesday 24th February at the club.

All senior players are requested to attend. The meeting will begin at 7.30pm with key topics for discussion to be distributed in advance of the meeting.

EGM Confirmed

To conclude the captaincy nominations process, an EGM has been called and set for Monday 16th March. Registration of attendance will open at 7pm, with the meeting starting at 7.30pm.

This meeting will be used solely to confirm the 2nd and 3rd XI captains for 2026.

Existing senior playing members who played senior cricket in the 2025 season, Committee Members and Life Members are eligible to vote on captaincy positions.

For all voting and to stand for a role, no membership payments must be outstanding.

If only one candidate is nominated for a role, then confirmation of the new captain will be made via a public "show of hands" vote.

If more than one candidate is nominated for a role, then the captain will be elected via a secret ballot.

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Nigel Corless Elected Club Chair; Stephen Scott To Lead Junior Section

11 August 2026

Mottram Cricket Club is pleased to confirm that Nigel Corless has been elected as the new club chair , following a vote of members at an EGM on Monday 10th August. Nigel now takes over the position from Ayrton Fielding, who has stepped away from the role due to family and work commitments. The committee would like to thank Graham Holt for also standing to be Chair. Graham is a life member, who has previously held the Chair and President roles at the club. Nigel is a well-known face around the club who was already serving on the Committee as Grounds and Facilities Lead. He is also lead coach of our Women’s Team and a regular member of our Over 40’s team. Speaking to members at the EGM, Nigel said: "Being chair of this club is a privilege and a huge responsibility. It is not just about standing at the front and directing, but standing behind the club and ensuring it thrives for future generations . We have 7 seniors teams, including 2 women's teams and a growing, successful junior section. I think with some further developments, on and off the field, we can realise the full potential of our club and create a legacy that lasts well beyond any single season ." Stephen Scott was also confirmed as the new Junior Cricket Lead at the EGM. Stephen is the current 4th XI captain and will continue in this role alongside his new role with the junior set-up. He replaces Chris Green-Buckley who remains 3rd XI captain but has stepped down from the junior role due to increased work committments On being confirmed in the role, Stephen said: "I am very excited and proud to be taking up this role. I have seen first hand as 4th XI captain and a parent, the good work that has gone into the junior set-up over the past few years. I am looking forward to getting stuck in and helping take it to new heights. Thank you to Chris for his hard work and leaving it in an exciting position."