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Stephen and Matthew Hutchinson (CricketEurope)
Runs keep flowing for Maneeshan ZZZZ2:58 amZZZZ
Sri Lankan overseas professional Gayan Maneeshan has made back-to-back centuries continuing his excellent start to the year.
Strabane up and running ZZZZ2:54 amZZZZ
The victory moved Strabane off the bottom of the table, and all-rounder Rhys Logue hopes it’s the start of many wins for the Tyrone side.
Donemana keen on cup glory ZZZZ2:48 amZZZZ
Donemana have been the team of the season so far in the North-West, and the Tyrone powerhouse are keen to add the Senior Cup to the Premiership crown resting in their trophy cabinet.
Too many Cookes spoil Bready's broth ZZZZ1:58 pmZZZZ
Glendermott beat Bready by 1 run, while there are also wins for Coleraine. Brigade, Newbuildings, Eglinton and Donemana.
O'Sullivan's sporting odyssey ZZZZ8:29 amZZZZ
When I moved to England as a teenager, I continued the discus and worked with Garry Power, who had represented Ireland at the Olympics and was a senior coach with UK Athletics.
Strabane beat Ardmore in NW Premiership ZZZZ11:25 pmZZZZ
Strabane beat Ardmore and the weather in the only Premiership match that managed to get finished. St Johnston and Fox Lodge win in the Championship.
Foxies firing under new skipper ZZZZ9:44 pmZZZZ
They are led this season by Jonny Robinson, taking over the reins from Aaron Heywood. It’s been an enjoyable transition so far for the experienced all-rounder.
Bready receive prestigious honour ZZZZ9:41 pmZZZZ
The club played an integral role in the community during the Covid-pandemic providing a meals on wheels service, as well as going above and beyond the call of duty in helping anyone who needed it at a difficult time.
Davy the destroyer ZZZZ9:39 pmZZZZ
There was only one story on Saturday night as the cricketing fraternity tuned in to the “Miracle of Waringstown',
Handy Andy gets Strabane welcome win ZZZZ10:58 pmZZZZ
It hasn’t been the best of starts to the season for Strabane, but the Red Caps got back on track with a vengeance on Saturday as they overcame the challenge of Donegal side St Johnston.
Curry hot stuff for Donemana ZZZZ10:56 pmZZZZ
Raymond Curry continues to prove his quality for Donemana.
Young guns Bready up and running ZZZZ10:54 pmZZZZ
While most of the Premiership sides had little trouble accounting for their lower ranked opponents in the Senior Cup, Bready had to dig deep into their fighting reserves to overcome the challenge of near neighbours Fox Lodge in the Tyrone derby clash.
Thrilling night of T20's in NW ZZZZ10:36 pmZZZZ
There were wins for Donemana, Eglinton, Coleraine, Bonds Glen, St Johnston, and Fox Lodge, while Newbuildings and Bready tied.
Fox Lodge and Bready set pace in Women's Premiership ZZZZ9:30 pmZZZZ
There were convincing wins in the Women's Premiership for Fox Lodge and Bready, while Strabane collected the points after Coleraine forfeited.
NW cup draws made ZZZZ9:22 pmZZZZ
The draws have been made for the quarter-finals of both the North West Senior and Sammy Jeffrey Cups.
Super Macs stun Bready in Cup ZZZZ10:27 pmZZZZ
It was a day to remember for Kia and Kenya McCartney who helped Coleraine beat fancied Bready in the Women's Senior Cup.
All Premiership last eight in Senior Cup ZZZZ2:59 pmZZZZ
The eight Premiership sides flexed their muscles in the NW Senior Cup as the seedings went to form.
Strabane seek solace in the cup ZZZZ1:31 amZZZZ
They have the chance to forget their league woes as they take on St Johnston in the cup, a game that will always evoke memories of the 1982 final when Ian Rankin made a record score of 167 in an innings win for the Donegal side – and one that still stands to this day.
Dominant Donemana hungry for more success ZZZZ1:27 amZZZZ
While they won the league last season, they fell at the final hurdle in the Senior Cup decider, and begin their quest to go one better with a short trip down the Ballyheather Road to face Killyclooney.
Fox Lodge Women continue winning ways ZZZZ1:24 amZZZZ
It’s been an excellent start to the year for Fox Lodge Women, who completed the treble last season. They have recorded convincing wins in both the league and cup, and picked up their first silverware of the new campaign with a 33-run win over perennial rivals Bready.
Sion looking to soar again ZZZZ1:17 amZZZZ
The North West’s most successful side in the Senior Cup are back in the premier event after an eleven-year hiatus. Sion Mills have won the competition no fewer than 29 times, six more than second placed Donemana.
Five star Devine leads Foxes to emphatic win at Eglinton ZZZZ1:27 pmZZZZ
Mollie Devine took five wickets as Fox Lodge beat Eglinton, while Bready accounted for Strabane, and Bonds Glen caused a minor surprise as they defeated Coleraine.
Tyrone double in Derry Midweek Charity finals ZZZZ12:15 amZZZZ
Donemana beat Newbuildings by 65 runs, while Fox Lodge won again as they beat Bready by 33 runs.
Saints go marching on at top of Championship table ZZZZ11:48 amZZZZ
Ryan McAuley and Sam MacBeth among the wickets as St Johnston win, Jason Milligan, Brian Allen, Aaron Heywood and Levi Kerr star for Fox Lodge, while Ryan Nolan and Ben Mills lead Glendermott to victory.
Ardmore, Coleraine and Donemana set Premiership pace ZZZZ11:43 amZZZZ
Bobby Brolly scored a maiden senior 50 as Ardmore beat Bready, Stephen Hutchinson and Gareth Burns took four wickets apiece as Coleraine thumped Strabane. Brigade outplayed Eglinton, while Donemana withstood a Pete Salmon onslaught to win again.
Strabane Academy and Limavady GS win in Schools' Cup ZZZZ2:30 amZZZZ
Strabane Academy are the first side through to the quarter-finals, while Limavady will have the chance to join them after they beat Armagh to set up an all-NW clash against Foyle College.
Davy's on the road again ZZZZ2:00 amZZZZ
David O’Sullivan proved to be the batting hero for the Tyrone side, clearing the ropes five times in an unbeaten 58, sealing the win in a match-winning seventh wicket stand alongside skipper Gary McClintock.
Devine inspiration for Fox Lodge ZZZZ1:55 amZZZZ
Fox Lodge Women began the defence of their Cup with an emphatic 10-wickets win over Strabane. The Red Caps were blown away for just 28, with wickets for all the bowlers including Mollie Devine, who took a hat-trick.
Rock N'Roulston ZZZZ1:51 amZZZZ
Bready started the season with a thumping 104-run win over Strabane, thanks primarily to opener Gavin Roulston’s century. The 18-year-old had just come back from a close season Down Under at Western Park in Melbourne, with the experience clearly helping him.
NW T20 action gets underway with busy programme ZZZZ1:38 amZZZZ
Brigade, Fox Lodge and Ballyspallen all won twice, while Craig Doherty was the day's only centurion, albeit in a losing cause.
Runs aplenty as NW season gets underway ZZZZ1:09 amZZZZ
The NW season got underway with wins in the top flight for Donemana, Ardmore, Bready and Coleraine. There were runs aplenty throughout with the bat on top for the most part, while in the Championship there were victories for Ballyspallen, St Johnston and Killyclooney.
Strabane excited by top flight return ZZZZ4:31 amZZZZ
Strabane are delighted to be back at the top tier of North West cricket, and everyone at the club is hoping for a successful and enjoyable 2025 season.
NW Previews 15: Killyclooney ZZZZ10:31 pmZZZZ
After the highs of their title challenging run of 2023, Killyclooney endured a tough 2024, finishing bottom of the Premiership, meaning they will play this season in the Championship.
NW Previews 14: Brigade ZZZZ10:15 pmZZZZ
It was by their high standards a relatively disappointing 2024 season for Brigade with a fourth placed league finish, although there was silverware as they lifted the Faughan Valley T20 Cup.
NW Previews 13: Ardmore ZZZZ4:13 amZZZZ
After the highs of their Premiership win in 2023, last season was one of struggle and Ardmore only survived relegation thanks to a play-off win over St Johnston.
NW Previews 12: Strabane ZZZZ7:35 amZZZZ
Things couldn't have gone much better for Strabane in 2024, picking up three trophies as they won The Championship, Sammy Jeffrey and Sperrin Springs cups, as well as reaching the final of the National Cup.
NW Previews 11: Glendermott ZZZZ1:30 amZZZZ
Last season was one of inconsistency for Glendermott, who on their day could beat anyone, but on the flip side were prone to losses from strong positions.
NW Previews 10: Bonds Glen ZZZZ2:02 amZZZZ
There have been a few changes up the Kildoag Road over the close season, with Bonds Glen still hopeful of mounting a real challenge in the Championship.
NW Previews 9: Burndennett ZZZZ5:51 amZZZZ
There's a familiar feel to the Burndennett squad, albeit with one high profile departure as Mark Pollock has moved down the A5 to Bready.
NW Previews 8: Donemana ZZZZ1:42 amZZZZ
Donemana captured the Premiership title on a dramatic last day in 2024, and they will once again be among the favourites for league glory this time around.
NW Previews 7: Fox Lodge ZZZZ1:22 amZZZZ
It was a relatively disappointing campaign for Fox Lodge, whose Championship challenge petered out as neighbours Strabane got the promotion  berth.
NW Previews 6: Coleraine ZZZZ1:45 amZZZZ
Coleraine flirted with the relegation zone last season but have strengthened their batting considerably with the recruitment of South African professional Louren Steenkamp and former Irish international David Cooke.
NW Previews 5: Eglinton ZZZZ1:41 amZZZZ
It was a case of so near yet so far last season as Eglinton just missed out on a first league title since 1972, pipped at the post on NRR by Donemana.
NW Previews 4: Ballyspallen ZZZZ4:48 amZZZZ
Ballyspallen are looking forward to a promotion challenge this season and have strengthened their squad for the campaign.
NW Previews 3: St Johnston ZZZZ12:33 amZZZZ
St. Johnston heads into the 2025 season after they came agonizingly close last year having finished runners-up in both the league and the Sammy Jeffery Shield.
NW Previews 2: Newbuildings ZZZZ3:08 amZZZZ
Newbuildings have been one of the most successful clubs in recent times and picked up the Senior Cup for the first time last year.
NW Previews 1: Bready ZZZZ9:47 amZZZZ
Ian Young is once again the man in charge of the Magheramason side, while Ryan Clarke will be his deputy for the 2025 campaign.
Melly set for stint Down Under ZZZZ1:55 amZZZZ
Brigade and Warriors batsman Cameron Melly will be wintering in Australia with Edinburgh, who play in the Victoria League in Melbourne.
Kathryn Rough replaces Peter McCartney on interim basis ZZZZ12:26 amZZZZ
Kathryn Rough has been appointed by the North West as Interim General Manager.
NW release season's fixture schedule ZZZZ6:44 amZZZZ
The North West have released their schedule for the 2025 season that gets underway in just over five weeks time on April 26th.
Another change of professional for Ballyspallen ZZZZ8:00 amZZZZ
Ballyspallen are set to sign South African Kasigo Rapulana for the 2025 season.
Mixed news for Bonds Glen ZZZZ1:20 amZZZZ
There has been a bit of movement at Championship side Bonds Glen with one player in, one out, and another who mightn't play much of a role.
Moore the merrier ZZZZ9:35 amZZZZ
Lawrence Moore will be honoured at the Irish Cricket Awards later this week.
Zimmermann takes Ardmore captaincy reins ZZZZ8:43 amZZZZ
Ardmore all-rounder Harry Zimmermann has taken on the captaincy mantle at Ardmore following Rachit Gaur's decision to take a year out from the game.
End of an era at Eglinton as popular duo retire ZZZZ11:03 amZZZZ
Eglinton's AGM on Wednesday night saw Ken Craig and John Pierce step down from their respective roles at the club.
New overseas player for Ballyspallen ZZZZ10:32 pmZZZZ
Ballyspallen have signed Nonelela Yikha for the 2025 season.
Death of Andy Harper ZZZZ10:21 pmZZZZ
There was sad news earlier this week with the death of Bready player Andy Harper.
Bready sign South African professional ZZZZ11:24 amZZZZ
Bready have confirmed the signing of South African Josh van Heerden as their overseas professional for the 2025 season.
Sion Mills back in the big time ZZZZ9:00 amZZZZ
The NW's most successful Senior Cup side Sion Mills are back in the competition for the first time in a decade and looking forward to the challenge.
NW Senior Cup draw made ZZZZ10:52 amZZZZ
The draw has been made for the first round of the 2025 North West Senior Cup with the competition's most successful side Sion Mills making a return to the region's blue riband event.
New overseas professional for Glendermott ZZZZ2:19 amZZZZ
Glendermott have confirmed the signing of South African all-rounder Rubin Hermann for the 2025 campaign.
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