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Oxfordshire 2021 Grassroots Winners

Rebranded this year by the ECB, the Grassroots Cricket Awards (formally the OSCAs) looks to recognise and celebrate those who give so much to the game of cricket, to see it thrive in their local area.

There were 9 categories that were recognised in total, with members of Tiddington CC being rewarded and recognised for their contribution in 7 categories.

Congratulations to Neil Pickup, Benedict McGuinness, Ray Manning, Neil Pickup, Cally Evans, Lesley Pykett & Rob Richardson.

Inspired to Play – An Individual or group within your club or community organisation going above and beyond to open the game up to new audiences.

  • Neil Pickup

Rising Star Award – Young volunteer making a difference – 11 – 16-year-olds

  • Benedict McGuinness

Unsung Hero – Those heroes who impact our game and help us make cricket happen.  This could be ground staff, coaches, officials, umpires, or other volunteers.

  • Ray Manning
  • Neil Pickup
  • Cally Evans

Growing the Game – A league volunteer, committee member, or administrator going above and beyond to support clubs and help increase the number of games played.

  • Lesley Pykett
  • Simon Brown
  • Neil Pickup

Lifetime Achiever – That one individual who has given many years of service to your club or community group you could not do without.

  • Ray Manning

Cricket Innovators – Someone who has brought new ideas and/or implemented new systems to improve your club or community group.

  • Rob Richardson

Safe Hands – Those key volunteers helping clubs get Safe Hands Management Accreditation

  • Lesley Pykett