A historic moment unfolded at Old Owens Cricket Club, as the club's first-ever all-girls team took to the field.
On Sunday, July 19, 2026, the team made up of girls as young as five, played against Hertford, marking a significant day in the club's 102-year history.
The match was part of Alan Hunter's President's Day celebrations and was held at the club's ground at Coopers Lane.
Batting first, Old Owens Girls only lost two wickets and scored 99 runs, achieving an impressive adjusted total of 289-2.
In their turn on the field, they managed to restrict Hertford to 241-6.
The match ball was sponsored by LB Tyler Landscapes Ltd.
The club expressed their pride and joy over the success of the match, which was more about the occasion than the result.
An army of supporters, including coaches, parents, and the club president, were present to witness the historic event.
The club is now looking forward to seeing more girls' cricket matches and hopes to eventually have league teams of their own.
The club said: "We can't wait to play more girls' cricket and, one day, to see these young players representing Old Owens in our ladies' league sides and eventually having league teams of their own."
The club also extended an invitation to all girls interested in cricket to join them.
The head coach, Chris Palmer, is ready to welcome girls of all abilities, with winter nets starting in November.
The club added: "Who will be the first Old Owens girl to play for Hertfordshire? For the full county side? For England?
"For now, though, our hearts are bursting with pride for eight very special young ladies who have made history for our club."
The club is buzzing with excitement about the future of girls' cricket and is keen to hear from anyone interested in getting their daughter involved in the sport.
Interested parties can contact the club via email at ooccdo@hotmail.com.
Old Owens Cricket Club is looking forward to the future of girls' cricket in the area, hoping to inspire the next generation of female cricketers.
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